2125 results for 'Stilwell, Victoria'

A Mother's Betrayal by Emma Hornby is a powerful and emotional tale of family secrets and redemption. In 1867 Manchester, Mara finds herself trapped in a life of poverty and violence after marrying...

The Municipality of Lost Souls: A Spellbinding Gothic Ghost Story Set in Victorian England Vengeful souls don't stay dead. They taunt the minds of the living, driving them to desperate acts. For...

Our Lady Of Victorian Feminism: A New Perspective on Nineteenth-Century Women's Writing. In the realm of Victorian studies, the Madonna has traditionally been associated with the feminine ideal...

Empire and the Animal Body: Violence, Identity and Ecology in Victorian Adventure FictionThis study reassesses the significance of exotic animals in Victorian adventure literature, exploring how...

The Radical Soldier's Tale by Carolyn Steedman is an autobiography that presents the life of its author as a soldier during the Sikh Wars, his time as a policeman, and the ideologies that shaped the...

Truth Decay: How Bitcoin Fixes ThisVictoria Collette Jones shares her personal journey into the world of Bitcoin, from her disillusionment with the National Health Service and the 2008 financial...

Victoria Andrews has been trapped in her own world for five years. Her reclusive existence is punctuated only by her work as a designer of exquisite lingerie for London's most exclusive dressmaker...

In Victorian England, a world of dark secrets and deadly obsessions thrived. For twin sisters Keziah and Tilly Lovell, life was a never-ending tour of rural fairgrounds and glamorous London theatres...

Creamona y Casale: Dos victorias de los tercios del marqués de Caracena es una obra histórica que examina dos importantes victorias militares del siglo XVII. Publicada por Almena Ediciones en 2023,...

The Diary of Sarah Forbes Bonetta: A Novel by Victoria Princewill In 1860, Sarah Forbes Bonetta's life took a dramatic turn when she was told her true name and royal heritage. Born into royalty in...

Victoria McGrath thought she had finally put her past behind her. Years of defending her friend against bullying had left its mark, and success and happiness had been hard-won. But when William...

Many aspects of British Army actions during the Victorian Era remain forgotten, misunderstood and misrepresented. Stereotypes of the era's officers, soldiers and battles are widespread. This period's...

New Media and the Rise of the Popular Woman Writer, 1832-1860 by Alexis Easley This book explores the connection between the Victorian era's rapid expansion of print media and women's entry into...

Aestheticism and the Marriage Market in Victorian Popular Fiction: The Art of Female BeautyThis study explores the interaction between popular fiction, the marriage market, and the aesthetic movement...

This 19th-century manual offers practical guidance on drawing trees and nature. James Duffield Harding's teachings emphasize capturing likeness to Nature through observation and practice.The volume...

Character, Writing, and Reputation in Victorian Law and Literature explores how literary characterisation influenced legal developments in 19th-century England. By examining novels, periodical...

This collection of essays reimagines Victorian studies from a feminist and historical perspective, exploring power relations between men and women during this period. Drawing on a range of...

Prince Albert: The Man Who Saved the Monarchy A. N. Wilson's biography of Prince Albert sheds new light on the life and legacy of Queen Victoria's trusted partner, revealing him to be a true...

Coco Raeburn's ambition knows no bounds as she sets her sights on becoming editor at top fashion magazine Style. Her ruthless boss Victoria Glossop will stop at nothing to prevent it, but Coco is...

The story of Bevington & Sons, Victorian Organ Builders, is one of four generations of the Bevington family who built and sold over 2,000 pipe organs between 1794 and 1950. Generously illustrated...

Fatima Elizabeth Cates was a pioneering figure in British Islam, playing a key role in establishing the country's first mosque community. Her courage and determination in sharing her faith with...

Dinosaurs at the Dinner Party: How an Eccentric Group of Victorians Discovered Prehistoric Creatures and Accidentally Upended the World by Edward Dolnick. In the early 19th century, the natural world...

The development of Kilvey, St. Thomas, Danygraig, and Port Tennant in Victorian Swansea is a lesser-known chapter in the town's industrial past. This area, situated across the river from the Morfa...

This 2017 study provides a comprehensive analysis of the 1839 rising in south Wales, examining its causes and consequences. The author explores how the workers' movement was shaped by centuries-old...

Julia Wedgwood's life and writing offer a fascinating glimpse into the remarkable story of a Victorian woman who defied convention to forge her own path. This biography brings together Julia's...

Dead Haunted: A Creepy Collection of Short Stories Based on True Events in Gothic Victorian WalesThis chilling collection of supernatural stories is inspired by authentic cases from 19th Century...

The Alternative Modernity of the Bicycle in British and French Literature, 1880-1920 by Una Brogan This book explores the overlooked bicycle as a significant literary and cultural object. Through a...

This study of single middle-class women's emigration between 1830 and 1914 challenges the common image of the distressed governess. Based on government and philanthropic projects, it reveals that...

The struggle for Italian Unification is often associated with patriotic heroes like Garibaldi and Mazzini. However, another side to this story involves thousands of Catholics from across Europe who...

Medicine Is War explores how literature played a significant role in shaping our understanding of the relationship between humans and disease. In Victorian culture, militarism and medicine converged,...

The Cosmopolitan Interior: Liberalism and the British Home, 1870-1914 by Judith A. Neiswander explores the evolution of domestic interior decoration in Britain during the late 19th and early 20th...

Articulating Bodies: The Narrative Form of Disability and Illness in Victorian Fiction by Kylee-Anne Hingston explores how authors used narrative form to negotiate the boundaries between normalcy and...

Flow Blue and other transfer print decorated wares from England's Staffordshire pottery district are showcased in over 740 color images and line drawings. This collection also includes the pottery...

The Reform of Girls' Secondary and Higher Education in Victorian England A Study of Elites and Educational Change by Joyce Senders Pedersen This book explores the reforms in women's education during...

The English Novel and the Religious War on Virtue from Wesley to Dracula by Christopher Herbert explores the complex relationship between Evangelicalism and the popular novel in 19th-century Britain...

The Bousfield Diaries: A Middle-Class Family in Late Victorian Bedford Charlotte Bousfield's diaries offer a unique insight into life in Bedford during the late Victorian era. Written between 1878...

Personation Plots: Identity Fraud in Victorian Sensation FictionThis study examines the fascination with identity fraud in sensation fiction and Victorian culture more broadly. During the...

Lady Sale's account of the Retreat from Kabul is a unique and compelling narrative of one of the most disastrous military campaigns in British history. In 1842, the British army was forced to flee...

The Brontës and the Idea of the Human A significant re-evaluation of how the Brontë sisters responded to scientific, legal, political, theological, literary, and cultural concerns in ways that redraw...

A Christmas Carol: Large Print and Dyslexia-Friendly Classic Victorian Ghost Story is a beloved tale of redemption. Published in 2017, this edition brings together Charles Dickens' timeless story...

The Burma Campaign: Disaster into Triumph 1942-45 by Frank McLynn Frank McLynn's vivid account of the Burma Campaign is a gripping and intense portrayal of one of the most punishing military...

Protesting about Pauperism Poverty, Politics and Poor Relief in Late-Victorian England, 1870-1900 by Elizabeth T. Hurren explores the complex issue of outdoor poor relief in 19th-century England...

Shalyn Claggett's Equal Natures explores how Victorian women writers used popular science to challenge socially constructed forms of power and gender inequality. By leveraging phrenology, a science...

Dickens and Demolition explores how Charles Dickens' fiction influenced London's built environment during his lifetime. By examining archival sources such as dramatizations, press reports, and...

Street Life in London: A Photographic Record of People in Victorian England. This 1878 publication is considered a pioneering work in photojournalism. Adolphe Smith and his collaborator, Thomson,...

Lizzie Martin takes up a new role as companion to a wealthy widow in 1864. Her predecessor's mysterious disappearance has left unanswered questions, and when the body of a young girl is found among...

Vita Sackville-West brings her legendary wit and passion to this colourful family portrait. Born into a long line of extraordinary women, she tells the stories of her grandmother Pepita and mother...

The Colour of Summer by Victoria Connelly is a heartwarming tale of love and forgiveness set against the stunning backdrop of the Sussex countryside. When Abigail and Edward co-own historic Winfield...

The Pied Piper of Hamelin (Complete Edition) is a thought-provoking retelling of a story by Robert Browning. Set against a richly crafted medieval backdrop, this poem masterfully explores the...

Jack the Ripper's Streets of Terror explores the impact of the infamous serial killer on the people of Victorian London. In 1888, the brutal murders dominated the news and public imagination, leaving...

Victoria Bradshaw's life was turned upside down when Oliver Dobbs left her at 18. Years later, he returns to her doorstep with his young son in tow. Their reunion is a poignant reminder of the...

Lady Sale's account of the Retreat from Kabul is a unique and powerful record of one of the most disastrous military campaigns in British history. In 1842, a large force of British soldiers was...

Ten Years in a Portsmouth Slum by Robert Dolling is a unique and fascinating account of one man's remarkable work in a Portsmouth slum between 1885 and 1895. Father Robert Dolling was sent to the...

The establishment of 'new police' forces in early Victorian England has long been a subject of historical study and debate. This original study examines the nature and process of police reform, the...

Military Reconnaissance: The Eyes and Ears of the Army By Alexander Stilwell The art of military scouting and reconnaissance has been a cornerstone of military strategy since ancient times. From the...

Victorian Negatives: Literary Culture and the Dark Side of Photography in the Nineteenth Century by Susan E. Cook explores how the photographic negative influenced Victorian debates about origins,...

Vincent Price: A Daughter's Biography by Victoria Price is a unique and intimate look at the life of Hollywood legend Vincent Price. Spanning sixty-five years, Price's career as an actor, art...

Victoria Arlen shares her remarkable story of recovery from a mysterious vegetative state in which she lost control over her body. For nearly four years, she was trapped inside her own body, unable...

Victorian Fashions: A Pictorial Archive by Carol Belanger Grafton is a comprehensive collection of over 900 black-and-white illustrations showcasing women's fashions from the second half of the...

Elias, a freelance consultant to Monster Smash Agency and rare moth fae, has never been in love. However, with his friends mating with their clients, he's developing a new curiosity about the emotion...

Victoria Jones has always found solace in the language of flowers. After a childhood spent in foster care, she developed a unique way of communicating through blooms and their meanings. Now 18 and...

Wildblood by Lauren Blackwood is a thrilling Jamaican-inspired fantasy about an 18-year-old girl who has been working as a tour guide in the jungle since she was six. She and her team of Wildbloods...

This collection of essays explores the lesser-known works of Victorian writers through a feminist lens. From Anne Bronte to Mary Ward, the contributors examine key themes such as the relationship...

Victoria Jones is looking for love in Baghdad. She follows her new interest to the city, but finds herself entangled in an adventure that will change everything. A secret organisation plans to...

This anthology presents annotated scripts of four major burlesques by key playwrights, showcasing how classical antiquity was reimagined in 19th-century Britain.Beloved legend and educational staple...

Seize the Story: A Handbook for Teens Who Like to Write by Victoria Hanley is a practical guide for young writers. Award-winning author Victoria Hanley shares her expertise on crafting engaging...

First published over 130 years ago by one of America's leading architectural firms, this volume offers a wide range of design alternatives for homeowners and customers seeking to enhance their...

The British and Indian Armies During the Victorian Era, 1839-1898 This comprehensive account presents a detailed overview of the conflicts of the era, from the First Afghan War to the conquest of...

Oliver Dobbs was a writer first, and a man second. To him other people were tools.A two-year-old son in tow, he arrived at Victoria Bradshaw's doorstep with a broken heart, one that she couldn't...

The Image of Edward the Black Prince in Georgian and Victorian England Negotiating the Late Medieval Past by Barbara Gribling. During the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the fourteenth-century...

Victoria's world is one of unbridled desire and unrelenting violence. In this Gothic novel, Charlotte Dacre explores the darker aspects of female experience, where the boundaries between pleasure and...

Victoria Carlton's life is turned upside down when her uncle's sudden death leaves her without a home or a family. Forced to start anew, she finds herself drawn to the poor families in the slums of...

A History of Design From the Victorian Era to the Present: A Survey of the Modern Style in Architecture, Interior Design. This comprehensive overview of modern design spans over 150 years, tracing...

An Underground History of Early Victorian Fiction Chartism, Radical Print Culture, and the Social Problem Novel by Gregory Vargo challenges conventional views of the cultural divide between rich and...

Women Musicians in Victorian Fiction, 1860-1900 Representations of Music, Science and Gender in the Leisured Home by Phyllis Weliver. This book explores the changing representations of female...

The Grammar of Ornament: A Global and Historical Range of Decorative Motifs. This beautifully illustrated book presents a dazzling spectrum of rights-free design motifs from around the world,...

Victoria Morgan's life takes a dramatic turn when she rescues a young man from kidnappers. As he lies dying, he transforms into a cougar and bites her, revealing an entire hidden society to her. He...

Victoria's deal with the siren has come due. She sold her soul for freedom, but now faces a new bargain: save her family and fulfill the demands of a mysterious siren in exchange for his help. As she...

A private satellite broadcast a twisted game show to a global audience. Contestants are forced to fight each other and navigate unspeakable horrors in a maze-like environment, with their lives and...

Victoria's life is turned upside down when she discovers her husband's secret. A chance encounter with a charismatic woman leads to an unexpected proposal that could change their lives forever. Karen...

A beautifully detailed Victorian Christmas shop coloring book awaits. With 52 pages of A4 size, this charming book features intricate designs of cute little vintage shops, festive windows, and...

Victoria Sharpe's life is turned upside down in an instant, forcing her to re-evaluate her priorities and make some serious changes. After a night out with friends, she embarks on a journey of...

A dark and glamorous exploration of obsession, identity, and revenge, Beautiful People is a tense and twisty pacey read that delves into the complexities of human frailty. When old friends reunite to...

This beautifully illustrated book presents a comprehensive collection of historic ornamental design from around the world. With over 3,000 designs rendered in fine detail, it features a dazzling...

Charles Pelham Villiers: A Radical Life in Parliament This biography provides a comprehensive study of Charles Pelham Villiers, a British politician who served as an MP for sixty-three years, making...

Published to celebrate the 70th birthday of the beloved comedian and writer, Victoria Wood, this stunning hardback edition of Chunky features the very best of her sketches and shows, including those...

Ride On by Faith Erin Hicks is a heartwarming middle grade graphic novel about finding happiness in the simple things. Victoria has lost her love for riding competitions, but longs to reconnect with...

The Comet Escape Line: A Gripping Story of Bravery and Defiance. In the face of overwhelming odds, a group of young Belgians hatched an audacious plan to smuggle downed Allied airmen and other...

Death by Suggestion brings together twenty-two short stories from the 19th and early 20th centuries that explore the darker side of hypnotism. These tales feature characters who die under the...

Small Business CEO Strategies to Navigate the Four Stages of Growth from Start-up to Success by Jenny Stilwell is a practical guide for entrepreneurs looking to scale their business. It tackles two...

Victoria Franken's latest experiment has gone awry, resulting in an unexpected outcome. Her slime creation comes to life on a dark and stormy night, leading to a humorous and clever twist on horror...

Double Wedding Ring Quilts: Innovations in Timeless Traditions Victoria Findlay Wolfe's latest book offers fresh perspectives on this beloved quilting pattern. With 10 full-size patterns, you'll...

Victoria Askey's personal journal chronicles her journey as she navigates life with her husband during his transition to becoming her wife. This intimate and honest account offers a unique...

Victoria Westernly's life seems to be back on track after landing her new job as assistant to a handsome CEO. However, she soon discovers that her boss holds a secret that could put her in grave...

Henrietta Elizabeth Marshall's "Our Island Story" is a comprehensive history of England up to Queen Victoria's death. This engaging work weaves together fact and legend, covering important English...

Victoria Banks' life was turned upside down when her husband was found dead in their mansion. Accused of murder, she hires detective Jack Martin to prove her innocence. As they dig deeper, they...

This comprehensive study explores the lives and works of seven influential Victorian literary critics: George Henry Lewes, Walter Bagehot, Richard Holt Hutton, Leslie Stephen, Andrew Lang, George...

The Little Lark Still Sings: A True Story of Love, Change and an Old Tuscan FarmhouseWhen Victoria and Larry, happily married for two decades, move to their favorite hilltown in Tuscany, what was a...

Married to the Black Widow: A Chilling True Story of Lies and DeceptionThis gripping true story tells the tale of a marriage that descended into psychological manipulation, coercive control, and...

Good Fun and Talent is a collection of plays by Victoria Wood, showcasing her unique blend of wit and warmth. First published in 1988, this volume features some of her most celebrated works, offering...