1689 results for 'Hough, Sir Stephen, CBE'

The Honeywood File: An Adventure in Building This humorous novel presents the pitfalls and vicissitudes of home building in sharp detail, through a series of letters from the architect, James...

The Cavern Club: The Birthplace of the Beatles and Merseybeat The Cavern Club, a legendary music venue, played a pivotal role in shaping the history of popular music. This book tells the story of the...

Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Puzzles is a unique blend of puzzles and classic mysteries. Dr Watson shares the detective's memory-boosting techniques, helping you to think like Sherlock and improve...

Sir Patrick Stewart's long-awaited memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of a beloved actor and living legend. With a career spanning six decades, Stewart has captivated audiences around the...

The Religion of Ancient Egypt by Flinders Petrie is a scholarly exploration of the spiritual beliefs and practices of one of history's most remarkable civilisations. Originally published in 1906,...

Halifax Pubs is a photographic record of the town's changing drinking dens over the past two centuries. Stephen Gee takes the reader on a tour of the most interesting pubs, inns and taverns,...

Stephen Hendry's autobiography is a candid and introspective look at his life and career as a professional snooker player. From his early days as a teenager climbing the ranks of the sport to his...

Stephen King's novella The Sun Dog is a chilling tale of a mysterious Polaroid camera that produces photographs of a menacing dog. When Kevin Delevan receives the camera as a gift, he soon discovers...

A picture book about the things you can see on a train ride out of town, with someone special waiting at the other end, is brought to life with colour illustrations.With its simple yet engaging...

Stephen Oliver's Pastoral Prayers offers a flexible resource for pastoral ministry, addressing a range of situations with chapters on house and home, new life, relationships, baptism and...

Bursting with fourteen fantastically funny tales, this collection from the master storyteller is a worthwhile read for anyone who believes in the magic of a well-told story. From food fights to...

The Inflatables in Air to the Throne is the sixth book in a hilarious graphic novel series that's suited to readers of action-packed adventures. When an Airy Frogfather grants Flamingo's wish for a...

This collection of essays by J.R.R. Tolkien brings together seven pieces that span nearly thirty years, from 1931 to 1959. The essays, delivered as general lectures on particular occasions, explore...

Richard Demarco's Edinburgh explores the original world vision of Sir John Falconer and Rudolph Bing, and recalls the highs and lows of The Edinburgh International Festival, The Fringe, Art, Book,...

Through the Looking-Glass, the second adventure of Alice, takes her to a place even more curious than Wonderland. She finds herself caught up in a great game of chess and sets off to become a queen...

A dark and gripping psychological thriller from Stephen Booth, set against the unforgiving backdrop of a freezing Peak District winter. When a woman's body is found frozen on Irontongue Hill, and a...

Everybody Lies: A New Way to Study the Human Psyche This book offers an insightful exploration of human nature through a vast collection of internet data. Seth Stephens-Davidowitz reveals the biases...

Leadership is often associated with movement and progress, but does that necessarily mean it's in the right direction?Stephen Cottrell challenges common statements about leadership, exploring the...

Cassandra Belmont has a proposition for the man she wants as her lover. With her beauty dwindling and her financial situation precarious, she proposes a mutually beneficial arrangement: in exchange...

The Tempest is a masterpiece of magical effects, redemptive romance, poetry and politics. This beautifully bound edition, part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, features stunning illustrations by...

Join Dickon on an unforgettable adventure as he recounts the first round-world voyage of Sir Francis Drake. This gripping tale brings to life the harsh realities of life on board ship in Tudor times,...

A Three Peaks Up and Under: A Guide to Yorkshire's Limestone Wonderland by Stephen C. OldfieldThis in-depth guide explores the lesser-known aspects of Yorkshire's majestic limestone landscape,...

The Murmansk Venture by Major-General C Maynard In the final months of World War I, a small but significant force was dispatched to the Russian port of Murmansk. This book tells the story of the...

Daisy Darlymple is invited to her old school friend Gwen Tyndall's annual fireworks display at Edge Manor in the Cotswolds. However, this year's festivities are marred by tragedy when Gwen's father...

Usborne First Experiences: Moving House This book gently introduces young children to the idea of moving house. The simple text explains each part of the process in a reassuring way, making it easy...

Little Leaders: Exceptional Men in Black History by Vashti Harrison Discover the inspiring stories of black men who broke barriers and fought injustice to realise their dreams and make the world a...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's Incredible Expedition is a gripping account of one of the most heroic and perilous journeys in Antarctic exploration history. In August 1914, Shackleton set off from England...

John Tradescant's story is a fascinating glimpse into the extraordinary age in which he lived. As a gardener and confidante to Sir Robert Cecil, Tradescant is well placed to observe the social and...

Deadly Game is an explosive international thriller from Sir Michael Caine. When a metal box of radioactive material is found at a dump in East London, it's stolen in a violent raid, setting off a...

The Beggar's Opera by John Gay is a theatrical sensation that turned conventions upside-down in 18th-century London. By using traditional popular ballads and street tunes, Gay created a riotous and...

Experience the spine-tingling world of Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark, a collection of chillingly scary tales and legends that will leave you on the edge of your seat.Originally published in a new...

Stephen King's Apt Pupil is a haunting tale of a young boy's fascination with a mysterious and sinister figure. Todd Bowden, a seemingly ordinary boy with a paper route, becomes enthralled with Mr...

Stephen W. Porges brings together his most important writings on polyvagal theory in this comprehensive collection.The foundation of safety is at the heart of polyvagal theory, which explains how our...

The Lonely Londoners is a vivid account of immigrant experience in 1950s London, a city where hope and despair coexist. This Penguin Modern Classics edition features an introduction by Susheila Nasta...

A twenty-year-old mystery in the village of Compton Poppleford remains unsolved, with the disappearance of Darcy Sprockett on a stormy night still shrouded in uncertainty. When fresh evidence...

English Renaissance Poetry: A Collection of Shorter Poems from Skelton to Jonson This anthology brings together a diverse range of poets from the English Renaissance, a period of extraordinary poetic...

Four prominent thinkers engage in a heated debate about the role of political correctness in modern society.Jordan Peterson, Stephen Fry, Michael Eric Dyson, and Michelle Goldberg discuss the tension...

Target Your Maths by Stephen Pearce This practical guide provides a clear and concise approach to improving your maths skills. With its straightforward methods and easy-to-understand explanations,...

Stephen Lockyer shares 100 practical and creative ideas to help primary teachers deliver outstanding lessons. With experience in the primary classroom, he provides quick, easy-to-implement solutions...

Thomas & Friends Meet the Engines: An Encyclopedia of the Characters Discover the fascinating world of Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends. This colourful guide is packed with fun facts about a...

This modern edition of The Winter's Tale, one of Shakespeare's last plays, offers a fresh approach to understanding the work. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, the book provides a...

Captain Alan Lewrie is facing a daunting task in the summer of 1805, as rumors of a massive French fleet bring fears of invasion to the tranquil port of Nassau in the Bahamas. With his squadron of...

The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, was thought to be lost forever, but in 2022, an audacious plan to locate the...

The Arden Shakespeare Third Series Complete Works brings together all of Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets in a single, comprehensive volume. Edited by leading international scholars, this...

Chet Williamson's special issue of Weird Tales features an interview and three of his stories, alongside contributions from Ian Watson, R. Bretnor, Fred Chappell, and Stephen King. This collection...

Going to the Doctor is a reassuring introduction to this important experience for little children. With its charming illustrations and simple text, it's a perfect way to help your child understand...

Henry VI, Part 2 is a play by William Shakespeare that explores the complexities of power and loyalty in medieval England.Edited by A. R. Braunmuller and Stephen Orgel, this edition of the Pelican...

Mary Shelley's timeless gothic novel, Frankenstein, is presented in a stunning illustrated edition featuring the art of legendary illustrator Bernie Wrightson. This beautifully crafted book brings...

Find the Duck is a fun and interactive book that will keep children engaged and entertained. With every page, a new picture to find and a new object to discover, this book is perfect for little ones...

Stephen Levine and Ondrea Levine explore the nature of living and dying in this thought-provoking book, offering a calm and compassionate approach to understanding death and its impact on our lives...

Metaphysics is a fundamental branch of philosophy that explores the nature of reality, seeking to understand the most basic questions of existence. This book provides a clear and concise introduction...

Freakonomics: A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of EverythingThis groundbreaking book reveals how hidden incentives drive behavior in ways that challenge conventional wisdom. Leading...

Sir David Attenborough's early career as a broadcaster and naturalist is a story of adventure and discovery. In 1954, he embarked on a series of expeditions to find rare and elusive animals for the...

Mark Lawrence's Road Brothers is a gripping collection of fourteen short stories set in the world of the Broken Empire. Within these pages, you'll find tales of complex characters, including Red...

Sir Thomas Lipton's life was defined by his pursuit of the America's Cup, a yachting trophy that embodied the ultimate in international sport. Yet, it was his remarkable journey to build a global...

Diana Mitford's life was one of glamour and intrigue, but also of tragic downfall. As a celebrated member of London's high society in the 1920s and '30s, she was a muse to many artists and writers,...

The Silence Factory by Bridget Collins is an enthralling tale of complicity, desire and corruption. In this gripping novel, Henry dreams of silence - a world without the clattering of carriages or...

Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar is a tale of style and cunning. First introduced in 1905, this charismatic thief has been captivating audiences with his clever schemes and gentlemanly manners. With a...

Behind the scenes of the world's most expensive and high-stakes football transfers lies a complex web of deals, agents, and players. Jim White and Kaveh Solhekol, two leading experts in the field,...

The Chess Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes Fifty Tantalizing Problems of Chess Detection by Raymond M. Smullyan is an intriguing collection of puzzles that showcase the detective's remarkable analytical...

Old Filth is a masterful novel by Jane Gardam, whose prose shines like a diamond, illuminating the human heart with elegance and wit. This poignant tale retraces the 20th century's tumultuous history...

The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion First published in 1890, this influential work explores the evolution of human thought from magic and religion to scientific understanding. The book's...

The Patient Assassin: A True Tale of Massacre, Revenge and the Raj In 1919, a devastating massacre in Amritsar, India, sparked a quest for revenge that would take one man around the world. The event,...

A collection of five thrilling adventure stories retold for young readers. This book brings together 'The Count of Monte Cristo', 'The Prisoner of Zenda', 'Don Quixote', 'The Three Musketeers' and...

The Red Line: The Gripping Account of the RAF's Bloodiest Raid on Hitler's Germany On 30 March 1944, a single night marked the RAF's bloodiest loss of the Second World War. Nearly 700 men from Royal...

The Oxford Book of Victorian Ghost Stories by Michael Cox and R. A. Gilbert is a collection of ghost stories that capture the essence of the Victorian era's fascination with death and the...

Kevin Keegan's autobiography offers an unflinching look at his remarkable career in football. From humble beginnings with the Peglers Brass Works reserve team to achieving iconic status as a player...

A sweeping love story set against the Jacobite revolution, The Vanished Days is a captivating tale of intrigue, adventure and romance. Against the backdrop of 1613 Scotland and England, two...

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 18th-century Scotland, Waverley tells the story of a young man's struggle to reconcile his loyalty to civilization with the allure of an older world of honor...

The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks is a humorous and relatable tale about growing up. At 11 3/4, Lottie is facing the challenges of starting high school without friends and dealing with...

This beautifully bound edition of classic Scottish poems is a treasure trove of verse from some of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Gaby Morgan has carefully selected a range of poems that...

Sabre-Tooth is a gripping adventure featuring Modesty Blaise, a renowned espionage expert, and her loyal lieutenant Willie Garvin. When a hunch by Sir Gerald Tarrant of the Foreign Office sets in...

A beautiful island off the English coast, a stunning hotel perched on the cliffs, and a group of glamorous friends - all set for a summer of fun and relaxation. But when the hotel's owner is found...

Sir Alfred Munnings' scathing attack on Modern Art at the 1949 Annual Banquet shocks his audience and those tuning in to the BBC's live radio broadcast. As he struggles to regain composure, his...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to cross the Antarctic continent in 1914 ended in disaster when a ship carrying a vital lifeline of supplies became stranded in the Ross Sea. Ten men were...

Sir Richard Branson's autobiography offers a unique blend of business insights and personal stories, as he shares his experiences and lessons learned from his ventures and adventures. From his...

Songs of Innocence and Experience: Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul, 1789-1794 is a beautifully illustrated edition of William Blake's poems. The text of each poem is printed in...

The Early Years of Television and the BBC by Jamie Medhurst This book explores the relationship between the BBC and television from the mid-1920s to the outbreak of the Second World War, shedding new...

A Royal Murder is a captivating 1920s cozy mystery that whisks readers away to the royal regatta. Lady Eleanor Swift's amateur sleuthing skills are put to the test when a body is discovered at the...

The Ends of the Earth by Robert Goddard In 1919, the truth has never been in such short supply. Ex-flying ace James Maxted's quest to uncover the secret behind his father's death seems to have ended...

Black and White: The Birth of Modern Boxing is a comprehensive history of the early years of transatlantic boxing. It reveals the dark side of racism that pervaded the sport, as well as the struggles...

The explosive autobiography of the original manager of Queen and founder of Trident Studios, London, is a fascinating and often irreverent look at the band's early days and the tumultuous...

From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of perseverance and determination. In 1987, Alan Tonge became Sir Alex Ferguson's first acquisition at...

A new collection of short stories from the renowned Sir Terry Pratchett is now available. This collection brings together a range of imaginative tales, each full of magic and humour. From a quest...

COVID By Numbers: Making Sense of the Pandemic with Data The COVID-19 pandemic has brought statistics to the forefront of our national conversation. Seven-day rolling averages, infection rates, and...

Captain Sir Tom Moore's autobiography is a remarkable journey through his life, from a childhood in Yorkshire to becoming a national hero during the COVID-19 pandemic. Born into a loving family with...

The RNLI's Official 200-year History is a comprehensive account of the charity's remarkable journey. Founded in 1824, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution has saved over 144,000 lives to date,...

Shakespeare's dazzling comedy, Love's Labour's Lost, is presented in this modern edition with an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate. This unique edition provides a historical overview of the...

A Cruise on the Nile Or the Fabulous Story of Steam Ship Sudan is a sumptuous book that invites you to follow the course of the Nile and Egyptian history on board a floating historical monument, the...

Sir Benedict Harper's journey to healing has taken an unexpected turn. After surviving the Napoleonic Wars, he is struggling to move on from his physical and emotional wounds. When Samantha McKay...

The Religion of the Aryo-Germanic Folk is a philosophical outline of Guido von List's religious ideas, first published in the 1920s and companion to The Secret of the Runes. This book provides an...

The Gospel According to Jesus is a profound and accessible presentation of the life and teachings of Jesus by renowned scholar and translator Stephen Mitchell. This book offers a fresh and engaging...

The Battle of Britain film is a landmark war movie that has become an iconic representation of one of the most pivotal moments in history. The 1969 film boasts an impressive all-star cast, including...

First published in 1940, An Agricultural Testament is a seminal work on organic farming that remains a cornerstone of the movement. The book explores the nature and management of soil fertility, with...

England, 1586. A plot to kill Queen Elizabeth and install Mary, Queen of Scots, on the English throne is unfolding. Spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham is aware of the danger and allows it to progress,...

In a world on the brink of collapse, a young man's journey to reclaim his lost love becomes a desperate quest for survival. Andrew Hunter Murray's gripping science fiction thriller, The Sanctuary, is...

Great TED talks have one thing in common: they contain stories. By studying over 200 of the best TED talks, Akash Karia discovered that the key to delivering a captivating presentation is to master...

The Sherlock Holmes Complete Puzzle Collection Test your powers of deduction with this remarkable collection of over 200 puzzles, written in the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great stories. From...

Think you really know about Only Fools and Horses? This entertaining quiz book is perfect for both casual fans and hardcore experts alike. With over 30 years since the first episode aired, the show...

Black Diamonds and the Blue Brazil: A Chronicle of Coal, Cowdenbeath and Football is a story that has captured the imagination of many beyond its footballing roots. This updated edition, featuring a...