1627 results for 'Mosley, Walter'

James Thurber's brilliant and eccentric writings are collected in this hilarious anthology. The collection features his most famous work, "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty", as well as essays, poetry,...

Tiffany's Table Manners for Teenagers is the perfect guide for anyone looking to master the art of good table manners. Written by Walter Hoving, a former chairman of Tiffany's of New York, this...

The story of Bauhaus in Britain and America is one of cultural exchange and influence. This book tells the fascinating tale of how the Bauhaus movement, with its emphasis on modern art and design,...

The Blackpool Electric Tramway Company began operating its tram system along the Promenade in 1885. Over time, the fleet underwent significant changes, with a major overhaul introduced by General...

Walter Gilman takes up residence in the Witch House, a notorious dwelling in Arkham with a dark history. The house has previously been home to Keziah Mason, an accused witch who vanished from a Salem...

Walter Jon Williams' Investments Plus the Stickpin A Book of the Praxis is an interstellar adventure that has captured the imagination of readers. This special edition includes the story "The...

Acid Row is a gripping novel about a notorious estate where single mothers and fatherless children struggle to survive. When Sophie Morrison visits a patient in this troubled community, she...

Zathura A Space Adventure by Chris Van Allsburg is a thrilling tale of sibling rivalry and intergalactic adventure. When Danny brings home a mysterious board game, his brother Walter's warnings prove...

Aspects of the Novel by E. M. Forster offers a unique perspective on the art of fiction, distilling the novel down to its essential elements and exploring their significance through examples from...

The Idea of Phenomenology by Edmund Husserl This translation of Husserl's 1907 lectures introduces the main ideas of his later phenomenology, building on the concepts developed in his earlier work...

A Handbook of Spiritual Ecumenism by Walter Kasper offers practical guidance for implementing spiritual ecumenism, a key aspect of efforts to reunite divided Christians. Drawing on the documents of...

Fifty Key Jewish Thinkers offers a comprehensive survey of over 2,000 years of Jewish thought and tradition. This updated second edition features new introductions to influential thinkers such as...

The Luminaries is a complex and intricately patterned mystery set in 1866 New Zealand. When Walter Moody arrives on the goldfields, he stumbles upon a tense gathering of twelve men discussing a...

Dombey and Son is a powerful exploration of family, love, and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around Mr Dombey, a man consumed by his business, and his two children, a son...

The Great Decade of Philosophy, 1919-1929 by Wolfram Eilenberger is a gripping narrative that explores the intertwined lives of four philosophers whose ideas reshaped the twentieth century. Against...

Walter Yetnikoff's life was one of excess and extravagance, marked by a quartet of addictions that defined an era: sex, power, cocaine, and booze. As President of CBS in its heyday, he mentored some...

The Harvest Man: Scotland Yard Murder Squad Book 4 by Alex Grecian In the depths of Victorian London, two serial killers stalk their prey. Inspector Walter Day is still haunted by his encounter with...

Lancashire, 1895. A new life begins for Lillian Hesketh, who has taken a bold step towards happiness after a difficult marriage. Widowed and pursued by her in-laws, she finds refuge in the...

Philosophers on Art from Kant to the Postmodernists A Critical Reader brings together twenty-five texts on art written by twenty philosophers. These essays cover a range of topics, including...

In 1919, four influential thinkers found themselves at pivotal moments in their lives. Walter Benjamin struggled to establish himself as a critic, while Ludwig Wittgenstein made a dramatic decision...

New York Times bestselling author A. Meredith Walters delivers an emotional and heart-wrenching story about the all-consuming power of first love. Maggie Young had it all - normal friends, parents,...

Scotland's Mountains Before the Mountaineers by Ian R. Mitchell This new book sheds light on the early days of mountaineering in the Highlands, exploring the ascents and near ascents that took place...

Democratic Theory Naturalized: The Foundations of Distilled Populism by Walter Horn explores the concept of populism and its relationship with democracy. The author argues that populism can be...

Cardinal Walter Kasper presents a comprehensive overview of the Catholic Church's official dialogues with other Christian denominations over forty years. This book provides a blueprint for 'consensus...

Strategic marketing for professional services firms is an increasingly important area of focus, with global markets estimated to be worth up to $700 billion. This book provides a comprehensive...

Walter Jackson Bate's seminal study of John Keats' stylistic development offers a precise and insightful analysis of the poet's craftsmanship. By examining the technical progression of Keats' poetry,...

Narrative Mortality: Death, Closure, and New Wave Cinemas explores the structural importance of death in narrative endings and its thematics of loss and redemption. Catherine Russell examines how...

The book of Galatians offers a powerful call to action for Christians living in communities marked by ethnic and social divisions. In this commentary, Walter Hansen explores the social implications...

The Price by Arthur Miller is a poignant drama about two brothers who reunite in a moment of reckoning. In this powerful play, Victor and Walter confront the past and its consequences, as they sort...

London, 1903. A pair of women are hanged in Holloway Prison for their roles in killing babies. More than thirty years later, Josephine Tey sets out to write a novel about Amelia Sach and Annie...

The Oresteia of Aeschylus by George Thomson and Walter G. Headlam is a two-volume edition that forms part one of this comprehensive collection. This volume contains the original Greek text of the...

Oscar Wilde's "The Happy Prince and Other Tales" is a charming collection of five children's short stories. Beautifully illustrated by Walter Crane, these stories include "The Happy Prince", "The...

The Bogman by Walter Macken A young man's struggle for freedom and individuality is set against the backdrop of rural Ireland in the early 20th century. Orphaned as a child, Cahal Kinsella returns to...

The Scorching Wind by Walter Macken is set against the backdrop of Dublin in 1916, during the tumultuous Easter Rebellion and its aftermath. Against this complex historical context, two young...

Jesus: A Novel by Walter Wangerin is a compelling retelling of Jesus' life and ministry. Told through the perspectives of two close confidantes, Mary and his beloved disciple, this novel provides an...

Walter Benjamin's short stories are gathered in this collection for the first time. The fiction of a renowned critic and philosopher, Benjamin's tales explore the erotic tensions of city life, the...

Lithium: A Doctor, a Drug, and a BreakthroughThe story of lithium's discovery as a cure for bipolar disorder is one of the most important medical breakthroughs of the 20th century, yet it remains...

This collection of essays explores the key sources of the Marxist critique of capitalist civilization and offers a unique understanding of socialism as the only truly human alternative to...

20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is a science fiction novel that explores the limitless possibilities of technology and humanity's place within it. Written by Jules Verne, this extraordinary voyage...

A Time to Stand by Walter Lord is a detailed account of the pivotal battle at the Alamo during the Texas Revolution. This historical study explores the events leading up to and following the famous...

Walter Lippmann's Public Opinion is a seminal work that has shaped understanding of democracy and political process. First published in 1922, this influential book remains a vital contribution to the...

Luftwaffe Eagle: From the Me109 to the Me262This autobiography tells the story of Walter Schuck's experiences as a pilot in the Arctic Sea fighter squadrons, where he became known for his exceptional...

A global computer shutdown plunges Adam Daley's world into chaos. As he navigates this unprecedented crisis, he discovers that his unique circumstances - including having a police captain for a...

Walter Brueggemann explores the core of prophetic preaching in "The Practice of Prophetic Imagination". He argues that this type of proclamation requires a contestation between narratives,...

The story of John Russell, 6th Duke of Bedford and his second wife Georgina Gordon, is one of unlikely marriage and improbable results. Their lives became intertwined with the scientific discoveries...

Cities of Ladies: Beguine Communities in the Medieval Low Countries, 1200-1565Walter Simons explores the transformation of informal clusters of single women into large beguinages, offering lower- and...

Sergei Tretyakov was a multifaceted artist and intellectual whose name is known, but whose achievements are often overlooked. This book uncovers the diverse facets of his life and work, revealing the...

The Admirals: Nimitz, Halsey, Leahy, and King--The Five-Star Admirals Who Won the War at Sea The story of the US Navy's triumph in World War II is one of four exceptional individuals who rose to the...

Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott In this epic tale, Ivanhoe's quest for love and loyalty becomes a fight for survival in medieval England. After being banished from his homeland, he joins the crusade of...

Walter Benjamin's One-Way Street is a genre-defying work that challenges readers to navigate its unique urban landscape. Composed of sixty short prose pieces, this meditation on semiotics in 1920s...

Betta Fish: The Simple Guide to Caring for Your Magical Betta By Walter James Admore Publishing, 2019 If you're new to caring for betta fish, it's essential to understand that their needs go beyond...

Sniping Rifles in the War Against Japan 1941-45 by John Walter is a fully illustrated study of the evolving sniping technology and tactics employed during World War II in Asia and the Pacific. This...

Love Lessons by Heidi Cullinan is a heartwarming novel about finding love in unexpected places. Kelly Davidson has waited to graduate high school and leave his small town behind, but when he arrives...

A History of Novartis by Walter Dettwiler is a comprehensive account of one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies. The story begins in Basel, Switzerland, with the early 19th-century dye...

First published in 1989, Žižek's The Sublime Object of Ideology is a groundbreaking work that has had a lasting impact on contemporary commentary. This influential book introduced the...

A Taste of Honey is a landmark film in British cinema history that continues to captivate audiences with its groundbreaking storytelling. Written by Shelagh Delaney and directed by Tony Richardson,...

The Gabler edition of Ulysses is a meticulously corrected version of James Joyce's modernist masterpiece. Published in 1984, this edition was hailed as a monumental achievement, thanks to the...

The French and Indian War: A Turning Point in North American History In 1754, a pivotal moment in the wilderness of western Pennsylvania marked the beginning of a long and bloody conflict. This epic...

The intricate web of relationships and desires that bind people together is expertly woven in this novel. Harry Winslow, an acclaimed author, and his wife Madeleine, a woman of exceptional beauty and...

Villainous Weapons of Persuasion reveals the secret tactics used by the world's most cunning persuaders to influence and control others. This book exposes the "N-Word" that can make ordinary men...

The Southern Conflict That Turned the Tide of the American Revolution By Walter B. Edgar In 1779, Britain launched a major campaign to crush the American colonies with speed and efficiency. A...

A Word from Our Sponsor: Admen, Advertising, and the Golden Age of Radio by Cynthia B. Meyers explores the pivotal role advertising agencies played in shaping broadcasting into a popular commercial...

The Frankfurt School on Religion: Key Writings by Major Thinkers Eduardo Mendieta brings together a collection of readings and essays that reveal the connections between the Frankfurt School's work...

Honey from Your Garden by Walter Brett is a practical guide to managing your business finances. First published in 1917, this historic book provides valuable insights into the importance of accurate...

Oscar Wilde: The Double Image offers a nuanced exploration of the complex personality and writer. George Woodcock examines the contradictions that defined Wilde's life, drawing on influences from...

The Woman in White by Wilkie Collins In this pioneering mystery novel, Wilkie Collins introduces his unique blend of suspense and psychological insight. On a moonlit night in London, Walter Hartright...

The Flora of Middle-Earth: Plants of Tolkien's Legendarium is a comprehensive guide to the plant life in J.R.R. Tolkien's fictional universe. Botanist Walter Judd presents a detailed species account...

Spirals: The Whirled Image in Twentieth-century Literature and Art explores how spirals are at the heart of modern literature and visual art. Nico Israel examines the work of writers and artists,...

The South Was Right! A New Edition for the 21st Century is an authoritative study of the mythology behind "Civil War" history and its ongoing effects. In their updated edition, Walter Donald Kennedy...

A prodigious talent for chess emerges in this gripping novel about a young girl's struggle with addiction and her quest for self-discovery. When Beth is sent to an orphanage at eight, she finds...

A Visitor's Companion to Tudor England by Suzannah Lipscomb offers a unique insight into the lives and times of the Tudors. Explore the hidden secrets of palaces, castles, theatres and abbeys to...

The Origin of German Tragic Drama by Walter Benjamin is a seminal work that explores the nature of baroque art and its distinctive stage-form. This comprehensive study delves into the world of royal...

In Lewes, the night before Bonfire Night is one to remember. Fireworks light up the sky and flaming tar barrels are dragged through the streets. But amidst the revelry, a sense of unease settles over...

Jeremiah 6:16 offers guidance for navigating life's journey. In "Walking the Ancient Paths", Walter C. Kaiser Jr explores the book of Jeremiah, drawing on his extensive study to illuminate its...

Susan Edmonstone Ferrier's The Inheritance is a vivid account of Scottish life and society in the late 18th century. Written by a young woman from a prominent Edinburgh family, this novel offers a...

Walter Brueggemann explores the later part of the Book of Isaiah, focusing on two distinct groups of texts: Second Isaiah (Isaiah 40-55) and Third Isaiah (Isaiah 56-66). He examines how these texts...

Criticism and Politics: A Polemical Introduction by Bruce Robbins explores the purpose of criticism in the context of cultural theory. Over the past few decades, debates over this question have...

Constellations of a Contemporary Romanticism brings together an international group of scholars to explore the enduring relevance of romanticism in contemporary thought. Building on Walter Benjamin's...

The House of the Prophet by Louis Auchincloss is a searching novel that explores the life and influence of Felix Leitner, a complex figure who was both a political philosopher and a columnist. In his...

Swarm Management with Checkerboarding is a practical guide to preventing swarming in bee colonies. Based on the original work of Walter Wright, a retired NASA engineer, this booklet provides a...

A beautifully crafted hardback treasury featuring an array of incredible stories, this collection is perfect for mythology lovers. It brings together Orpheus and Eurydice, Persephone, Theseus and the...

Sixty-five million years ago, a massive comet or asteroid collided with Earth, causing an explosion equivalent to a hundred million hydrogen bombs. The impact sent vaporized debris into the...

The Gulf of Naples was a magnet for European intellectuals in the 1920s, drawn to its untouched landscape. Among those who visited were scholars at a formative stage in their journeys, including...

This collection of 41 short stories showcases the wealth and variety of English-language fiction spanning over two centuries. From the early traditions of Sir Walter Scott and Nathaniel Hawthorne, to...

The first in Ken Follett's Century Trilogy, Fall of Giants is a gripping novel that weaves together five families' lives during the tumultuous years leading up to World War I. As the world teeters on...

Scotland, Darien and the Atlantic World, 1698-1700 by Julie M. Orr This book offers a fresh perspective on Scotland's seventeenth-century trading colony in Panama, synthesising rare indigenous voice...

A collection of six beloved Eric Carle stories is now available in a convenient Ready-to-Read boxed set. This portable set includes paperback editions of Have You Seen My Cat?, The Greedy Python,...

A psychological thriller from a father-son writing team, Crime Scene follows Clay Edison, a former star athlete turned deputy coroner, as he investigates a brutal murder. The case begins with the...

Jane Smiley's Golden Age is the final instalment in her Last Hundred Years Trilogy. A visit from a long-lost relative brings the family together again, but their farm has changed beyond recognition...

Walter Benjamin's "The Origin of German Trauerspiel" is a foundational work of modern literary criticism. First published in 2019, this new English translation by Howard Eiland brings fresh...

Cape Cod Modern: A Story of Architecture and Community on the Outer Cape. In 1937, a group of modernist architects and designers gathered at a summer home on Planting Island, near Cape Cod. Led by...

Old Mortality is a historical romance that sets an unconventional hero against the forces of fanaticism in 17th-century Scotland. Henry Morton joins the rebels to fight Scotland's royalist...

Designing Hollywood Studio Wardrobe in the Golden Age by Christian Esquevin explores the pivotal role fashion played in shaping the silver screen's most iconic looks. From the 1920s to the 1960s,...

Dead and Gondola is a witty and addictive mystery that will keep you turning the pages until the very end. When a man is found dead on the ski gondola in a peaceful Colorado mountain town, Ellie...

The Birth of Tragedy and The Case of Wagner is a collection of two influential works by Friedrich Nietzsche, one of the greatest German philosophers. First published in 1872, The Birth of Tragedy was...

Marseille Mix by William Firebrace explores the complex and multifaceted nature of this Mediterranean city. From its history as a seaside village to its reputation as a haven for gangsters, Marseille...

José Saramago's historical novels are renowned for their poetic depth in Portugal, but it is his engagement with European political and social philosophy that has garnered international attention...

Engineering Culture: On the Author as (Digital) Producer by Geoff Cox and Joasia Krysa This collection of essays explores how social change can be achieved through transforming the technical...

Sherlock Holmes Vs. Fantomas by Pierre De Wattyne and Yorril Walter is a gripping mystery play that pits the iconic detective against a notorious criminal known as Fantômas. In 1907, Fantômas strikes...

Rae Riley's life has taken a dramatic turn after seven months of investigation into her father's identity. She's been accepted by Sheriff Walter "Mal" Malinowski IV and his family, making friends and...