7140 results for 'Foster, Charles'

A Shot of Murder Large Print by Brenda Gayle is a gripping historical mystery that follows Charley Hall as she investigates a murder in 1948 Kingston, Canada. Frustrated with her demotion to the...

A Victorian mystery unfolds in this first novel by Anne Perry. In 1864, a maid is found strangled to death in her household, and Inspector Pitt is tasked with solving the case. As he delves deeper...

Charlie Hall's remarkable life story is one of transformation and perseverance. Born in Birmingham in 1899, he left England for New York in 1920, and just a few years later found himself working with...

A Heart for Europe: The Lives of Emperor Charles and Empress Zita of Austria-Hungary by James Bogle and Joanna Bogle. The last ruler of the Austrio-Hungarian Empire, Emperor Charles, was declared...

Death at Hyde Park by Robin Paige The coronation ceremony for King Edward is marked by tragedy when an anarchist detonates a bomb in Hyde Park. Kate and Charles Sheridan, attending the event, soon...

Charlie the Choo-Choo is a heartwarming picture book about an unlikely friendship between a train engine and its devoted engineer. The story follows the special bond between Engineer Bob and his...

Charlotte Mason's vision for education was rooted in the idea that the world is governed by universal laws, which can be applied to learning. She sought to uncover the key principles of education and...

Charlotte Davidson has a unique job title - grim reaper. Since she was five, she's been helping the departed solve their own deaths so they can cross over. When three lawyers from the same law firm...

Charley Hall's investigation into corruption at City Hall takes a deadly turn when a city official is found dead. As she delves deeper, her co-worker's infant son goes missing, and Charley fears her...

Charlie's Secret Inspired by a True Story A heart-wrenching story of abuse and resilience, Charlie's Secret is based on a true account of one girl's struggle to overcome her difficult past. Samantha...

Between 1500 and 1800, Europe underwent profound changes as scholars sought to understand the world around them. This period saw significant breakthroughs in various fields, including the movement of...

A Gallery of Recuperation On the Merits of Slandering Charlatans, Swindlers, and Frauds by Jaime Semprun is a scathing critique of ten major thinkers who became forces of counterrevolution in...

Sails on the Horizon is a gripping novel set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. In 1797, Britain's naval resistance to Napoleon's conquests reaches its peak, while on the high seas, young...

Start your new vegetable garden from scratch with Charles Dowding's expert guidance. Whether your plot is overgrown with weeds, unwanted lawn, or a building site, this no-nonsense book shows how easy...

Charlotte Brontë Revisited offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of one of literature's most iconic authors. This book explores Charlotte Brontë's private world, revealing how her...

Help your child find peace and confidence with Happy Tapping with Mia & Charlie. This book introduces EFT, also known as tapping, as a powerful tool to release negative emotions and replace them with...

The Yardbird Suite: A Compendium of the Music and Life of Charlie Parker is a comprehensive study of jazz great Charlie Parker. This in-depth exploration covers record dates, musical illustrations,...

Charlie and Margaret Marder's world of politics is turned upside down when Attorney General Robert Kennedy enlists their help in a high-stakes investigation. A potential threat to the presidency and...

Basil St. John's life has been defined by his duty as an elite Australian Commando unit member. Now retired and relocating to Washington, D.C., he takes on a new role spearheading Team Charlie for...

Sir Charlie Stinky Socks: The Really Big Adventure Join Sir Charlie Stinky Socks on a thrilling adventure through a deep, dark forest, where monstrous trees groan and terrible beasties moan. With his...

Introducing a fun and entertaining math adventure that's perfect for young learners. When a valuable fraction goes missing, George sets out to track it down, using his trusty Reducer-half ray gun to...

Charlie Pritchard has big ideas, and his job as a bank clerk certainly isn't enough to satisfy him. He dreams of a life of luxury with someone special, but soon finds himself drawn into a plan that...

This instructional guide for literature provides a comprehensive resource to help students analyze and understand Charlotte's Web. Engaging lessons and activities are designed to utilize...

Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz was chosen to be the bride of King George III at just a teenager. Her marriage to the monarch lasted nearly 60 years and produced more than a dozen children, but it...

Twelve-year-old Charlotte lives in Richmond, Virginia, during the American Civil War. She witnesses the plantation owner conspiring against the Confederates and decides to join forces with them. By...

Charlie Parker: A Life in Jazz. This biography tells the story of one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Charlie Parker, who revolutionized jazz with his innovative style and...

Charlie Hudson was a man feared and respected by those who knew him. As the second title in the explosive series, My Uncle Charlie unravels a story of debauchery, crime and self-destruction. Born...

The Boys of '67: Charlie Company's War in Vietnam by Andrew Wiest In May 1966, 160 men from Charlie Company were drafted into the US Army, part of a wave of conscription that would swell the American...

When the murder of a village parish's most notorious ladies' man is discovered, detectives Charlie Pearce and Mike Oddie are called to investigate. Their attention turns to Rosemary Sheffield, the...

A concise study guide for Charlotte Perkins Gilman's "Yellow Wallpaper". This resource includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study questions, historical context and...

This Halloween edition of a beloved Peanuts story brings new life to a story. On Halloween night, the Peanuts gang is busy dressing up and trick-or-treating, while one member waits for a special...

Enter a world of invention and mischief, where magic might be at the very tips of your fingers. This beautifully presented edition of Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator features official archive...

Elmore Leonard's unpublished stories offer a glimpse into the mind of a master crime writer. Written during his years as a copywriter at a Detroit ad agency, these early tales introduce readers to...

Charlie Munger's investing strategy has been a cornerstone of success for over forty years. By focusing on "elementary, worldly wisdom" - a set of mental models that draw on economics, business,...

Charlotte and Feodora: A Troubled Mother-Daughter Relationship in Imperial Germany This biography explores the complex and often fraught relationship between Princess Feodora of Saxe-Meiningen and...

Amy's search for family and a place to call home is poignantly portrayed in this heartfelt story about life in the foster-care system. Feeling betrayed when her long-term foster placement breaks...

Scribbled in the Dark Poems by Charles SimicA collection of new poems that showcase the poet's signature blend of humor, insight and lyricism. Set against diverse landscapes, these poems explore the...

The Book of Beautiful Homes: A Collection of Essays by Andrew Charles Borzner. This collection of essays explores the history and significance of beautiful homes in America. Written by Andrew Charles...

A hugely ambitious and stylistically acrobatic work, The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye brings together a wide range of genres to create a thoroughly engaging story. Published in 2016, this...

Wilbur the pig's life has already been saved by Fern, but when he is sold to her uncle, he realises his life is in even more danger. Enter Charlotte A. Cavatica, a beautiful large grey spider...

Discover the untold story behind Queen Charlotte, Britain's longest reigning queen consort. This unique collection of essays, poetry, and artwork reveals the true history behind her remarkable life...

Charlie Fox is supposed to be dog-sitting, but she finds herself in the midst of an urban battle. When her housing estate turns into a battleground, Charlie's skills as a security expert are put to...

The Great Mortdecai Moustache Mystery is a darkly comedic whodunit that follows Charlie Mortdecai as he investigates the suspicious death of a don at Oxford University.With a complex web of spies,...

The Crimes of Charlotte Brontë: A Novel. A fascinating and unconventional account of one of literature's most famous families has been uncovered by criminologist James Tully. Through meticulous...

Charlie Gault's luck had run out. His ship had crashed, and he was stranded on an unknown planet with his crew's lives at stake. With no choice but to act, Charlie found himself facing challenges...

Experience the magical world of Willy Wonka in this new musical adaptation. Featuring 13 piano/vocal arrangements from the Broadway rendition, this collection brings to life beloved songs like "I've...

Anglican Women Novelists From Charlotte Brontë to P.D. James A collection of essays exploring Anglicanism through fiction and its influence on writers, this book brings together a range of literary...

Sir Cumference and All the King's Tens is a clever math adventure that makes learning place-value fun. When planning a surprise birthday party for a king, Sir Cumference and Lady Di need to count...

The Song of Roland and Other Poems of Charlemagne is a collection of medieval French epics that offer fascinating insights into the ideas and values of medieval Europe. At its heart is the epic poem,...

The Book of Vision Quest by Steven Foster explores the power of personal transformation through an ancient rite of passage. This revised edition features two new chapters and additional tales from...

Something Like Home by Andrea Beatriz Arango is a heartfelt and moving novel in verse about family, foster care and letting new people in. Written for readers who are looking for a story that...

Stephen Elliott's remarkable career as a Confederate general is revealed in this in-depth study. From his early days as captain of a militia artillery battery to his command of an infantry brigade,...

The Tragedy of the Sailing Vessel Morning Dew by Capt. W. Russell Webster A personal account of loss and tragedy, this book recounts the devastating boating accident that claimed the lives of three...

Charley Davidson is back and she's in for a long night. With a missing persons case to solve, a difficult doctor to deal with, and her curmudgeonly dad to calm down, Charley needs all the help she...

Charlie Fox's past has left her with scars that run deeper than any physical wound. After being dishonoured from the army, she found a new purpose in teaching self-defence to women who have been...

Jos Charles's revolutionary second collection of poetry, feeld, is a lyrical exploration of the complexities of gender and speech. By reclaiming the language of the past, Charles stakes her claim on...

Charlie Chaplin's life was marked by turmoil and controversy. In this gripping biography, Scott Eyman delves into the tumultuous years that followed World War II, when Chaplin's internationalist...

This alphabet book takes you on a fun-filled journey through the world of words. From A to Z, it introduces you to all sorts of fascinating things, from animals and food to everyday objects.Meet Sue...

Charlie thought building a spaceship had been tough, so being king should be a piece of cake. Unfortunately, it was like a cake made of cement. Hard to chew, and just might kill him. After an abrupt...

This lively introduction to the critical history of Jane Eyre provides a comprehensive overview of the novel's reception from its first reviews through to present day responses. The guide also...

The Outlaws Motorcycle Club's story is one of 60 years of conflict with their arch-nemesis, the Hells Angels. Formed in 1935, the McCook Outlaws defined the look and sensibility of the...

Charlie Chaplin and the Nazis: A Long Campaign Against the Artist This book reveals that Nazi agitation against Charlie Chaplin was not limited to two periods, but was a constant campaign from 1926...

Charlie Chaplin: A Life from Beginning to End This biography explores the life of Charlie Chaplin, one of the most iconic figures in entertainment history. From his humble beginnings to international...

After four decades in the music industry, David Foster shares his incredible stories and experiences in this compelling memoir. From his early days as a young session player to his numerous Grammy...

Charlie Watts' Favorite Drummers is a unique collection of biographies that reveals the drummer's enduring admiration for the talents of many fellow drummers. Over the past 35 years, Charlie Watts...

The Beginner's Guide to Reading Music is a straightforward introduction to music notation, making it an ideal companion for those who want to learn to read music but haven't yet mastered the basics...

Charlie Chaplin's Early Years: A Neglected Period in His Career. The early life and career of Charlie Chaplin have been extensively studied, but his time at First National studios remains a...

The Year of the Robin Charlton Athletic: 2019/20 by Jen Offord is a humorous and thought-provoking exploration of the power of football in uncertain times. When her beloved team clinched promotion to...

Discover the fascinating history and hidden gems of Charlton Athletic Football Club in this unique collection of trivia.From intriguing anecdotes to mind-blowing stats, this meticulously researched...

Charlie Fox is a woman who would be at home in the world of Jack Reacher. A former Special Forces soldier turned bodyguard, she's been tasked with uncovering the truth behind her predecessor's...

The Flintlock Musket: Brown Bess and Charleville 1715-1865 The flintlock musket played a pivotal role in warfare for over 150 years, from the Thirty Years' War to the American Civil War. Its design...

Toward Soviet America: The Crises and Decline of Capitalism; the Impending Rise of Socialism in the United States by William Z. Foster. Written during one of the most tumultuous periods in American...

Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist is a lively retelling of the beloved story, brought to life with Marcia Williams' engaging comic-strip illustrations. This accessible adaptation introduces young readers...

Queen Charlotte, a powerful and romantic novel, tells the story of the great love story between King George III and Queen Charlotte, a German Princess who was married to him in 1761. Born with fire...

The Four Filters: The Invention of Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger This book explores the thought process behind Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger's investment decisions, revealing a unique...

Hitler's Gauls: The History of the 33rd Waffen Division Charlemagne This book tells the story of one of the most infamous units in World War II, the Charlemagne division. Recruited entirely from...

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a story of love and revenge. The story revolves around Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, a young man adopted into her family when he was just a boy. After...

A Rough Trade Book of the Year. Tim Burgess's lyrical style is equal parts searing, elusive and raw, providing vivid snapshots of modern life in his songs. For the first time, Burgess has collected...

Charlotte Illes Is Not a Detective is a gripping debut mystery from Katie Siegel, based on her popular TikTok series.The story follows Charlotte, a 25-year-old former kid detective who's been pulled...

The official movie novelization of Ridley Scott's Alien: Covenant, written by acclaimed author Alan Dean Foster, brings to life the pivotal adventure that preceded the iconic film. The crew of the...

Charles Swindoll invites you to slow down and listen for His still, small voice in this intimate guide to deepening your relationship with God.This keepsake book features pages from Charles...

Charlie Mortdecai, art dealer and aristocrat, finds himself at the centre of a diplomatic crisis when a stolen Goya painting disappears. The theft is causing tension between Spain and its allies, but...

Charlotte Smith: Major Poetic Works by Charlotte Smith (Paperback) This collection of three major poetic works by Charlotte Smith is a foundational text of the Romantic period. First published...

Charlie Mortdecai's latest predicament has arrived. Degenerate aristocrat and amateur sleuth Charlie finds himself in a precarious situation - he is to be married to the beautiful, yet...

Charlie Munger: A Life of Wisdom and Strategy. Behind the scenes with Berkshire Hathaway billionaire Charlie Munger is a story of remarkable insight and business acumen. This biography, written by...

Good grief! Charlie Brown's daily struggles with disappointment and bullies offer valuable lessons in perseverance and resilience. This humorous guide, featuring original comic-strip artwork, shares...

Charles II's Restoration was marked by a mix of celebration and uncertainty. In 1660, he returned to England after a decade in exile, greeted with festivities that seemed to mark a new beginning...

A series of incidents at a local university raises alarm as someone breaks into students' bedrooms through their windows. A corpse is later discovered in the town, and DI Charley Mann is drafted in...

Discover the poetic talents of Charlotte, Emily and Anne Brontë in this collection of their original works.The Brontë sisters were renowned for their passion, imagination and originality, as evident...

Two investing titans, whose lives were closely intertwined, are the subject of this groundbreaking biography. This detailed account explores their early years and the key events that shaped their...

Craig Foster's Amphibious Soul is a powerful exploration of our connection to the natural world. This book is a guide to recognizing and reconnecting with the wild in and around us, rather than a...

Prince Valiant is widely regarded as one of the most stunningly gorgeous adventure comic strips of all time. Created by Hal Foster over 35 years, it was originally published only on Sundays and...

Todd Parr introduces young readers to the many ways people can choose to be a family with his signature blend of warmth, humor and bright artwork. He explores how families come together in unique and...

When a 16-year-old girl arrives at her foster carer's doorstep with a newborn baby, she is faced with a daunting responsibility. Scared, alone, and practically a child herself, Jess must navigate the...

Mia is a heart-wrenching story about a foster carer who is forced to confront her own limitations when a new placement is assigned. With the support of a dedicated social worker, she must navigate...

Queen Charlotte, a novel by Julia Quinn and Shonda Rhimes, tells the story of a young woman's journey to the throne. In 1761, Charlotte is married to the King, and must navigate the intricate...

Charlie Munger: A Rare Intellectual Jewel. Behind the scenes of Berkshire Hathaway lies an extraordinary individual - Charlie Munger, the billionaire's trusted partner and a master of business...

Charlie Fox's past is shrouded in secrecy, but one thing is certain: she's a force to be reckoned with. A former soldier and bodyguard, Charlie has faced her share of challenges, from the harsh...

Charlie May's First World War Diaries offer a unique and personal perspective on one of history's most pivotal conflicts. A natural storyteller, May brings his experiences in the trenches to life...

Prayer by Richard Foster offers a profound exploration of the practice of prayer, drawing on historical classics and personal experience to deepen understanding. Rooted in scripture, this...