1496 results for 'Zinsser, William'

Allegra Dixon's life has been a lonely existence, shaped by the rejection of her mother and the absence of her father. Finding solace in books and her own rich fantasy world, she builds a life that...

Glasgow is a city with a reputation for violence, where gangs and knife culture are a harsh reality. In the housing schemes of Lanarkshire, Scotland's former industrial heartland, young people are...

C.S. Lewis's imaginative allegory explores the nature of heaven and hell, challenging the ideas of William Blake's 'The Marriage of Heaven and Hell'. In a dream, the narrator embarks on a remarkable...

A World Lit Only by Fire: The Medieval Mind and the Renaissance - Portrait of an Age by William Manchester This book offers a comprehensive and engaging account of the pivotal period in European...

The Prelude 1799, 1805, 1950 by William Wordsworth This volume presents Wordsworth's great poem in all three of its forms, offering a unique opportunity to observe a poet's creative process over a...

The Bumper Book of Things That Nobody Knows is a comprehensive guide to the many mysteries of life, the universe, and everything. Spanning 1,001 topics, this book takes a curious approach to...

This Naked Mind: Nicotine is a guide to quitting nicotine and reclaiming your well-being. Annie Grace and William Porter, authors of books on overcoming problem drinking, offer a science-backed...

Power Hammers: A Fabricator's Super Tool The Power Hammer has emerged as a game-changer in the world of metal fabrication, transforming the way projects are completed in a fraction of the time. Once...

The Merchant of Venice is a play by William Shakespeare, edited by A. R. Braunmuller and Stephen Orgel. This edition of the Pelican Shakespeare series features a meticulously researched text, an...

William Shakespeare's Henry V presents a powerful exploration of patriotism and leadership. Edited, introduced and annotated by Cedric Watts, this edition of the play offers a newly-edited sequence...

The Tempest An Authoritative Text, Sources and Contexts, Criticism, reinterpretations and Appropriations by William Shakespeare is a comprehensive collection of resources for understanding this...

Clyde Williams' life is a delicate balance of power and control, but when a familiar enemy resurfaces, threatening the fragile peace, he's pulled back into service. The stakes are higher than ever as...

Crown and Country: A History of England Through the Monarchy by David Starkey is a comprehensive exploration of Britain's most revered institution - the monarchy. Spanning over two thousand years,...

The Book of Tides A Journey Through the Coastal Waters of Our Island by William Thomson is an idiosyncratic guide to Britain's rivers, seas and shores. This beautifully illustrated book explores how...

The Merchant of Venice A Shakespeare Story by Andrew Matthews and William Shakespeare is an accessible retelling of this story. In 16th-century Venice, a merchant named Antonio borrows money to help...

William Shakespeare's King Henry V offers a nuanced exploration of leadership and war through the eyes of one of history's most iconic figures. This edition features an independent and balanced...

Yves Saint Laurent: Icons of Fashion Design & Photography is a stunning collection of images showcasing the designer's groundbreaking work. From 1962 to 1988, Yves Saint Laurent's haute couture and...

AQA Poetry Anthology Power and Conflict Revision Guide is a comprehensive guide to help you revise for the 2026 AQA GCSE English Literature exam. This handy Snap Revision Guide covers all 15 Power &...

True Devotion to Mary: With Preparation for Total Consecration by Saint Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort This treatise on the true devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary is considered one of the...

The Jaguar Story The Jaguar name is synonymous with style, power, performance, luxury and an intangible element of Britishness. Yet, the company's humble beginnings in a Blackpool backstreet might...

William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale is a complex exploration of jealousy and desire, marked by both turbulent emotional turmoil and light-hearted comedy. The play follows the story of Leontes, a...

The Book of Taliesin: Poems of Warfare and Praise in an Enchanted Britain Translated by Gwyneth Lewis and Rowan Williams, this collection brings together the poems of a mysterious figure from Welsh...

Lyrical Ballads 1798 and 1802 is a foundational collection of poems that helped shape the English Romantic movement. This joint publication by William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge features...

Run for Your Life: Mindful Running for a Happy Life by William Pullen offers a revolutionary approach to mindfulness through exercise. A psychotherapist's innovative method, Dynamic Running Therapy,...

The Complete Case Files 44 is the latest installment in the Judge Dredd series, collecting the finale of the epic Origins saga. As Judge Dredd begins to question the laws that govern Mega-City One's...

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...

A sumptuous historical novel set in the court of Elizabeth I, Philippa Gregory's The Virgin's Lover is a gripping tale of power, politics and romance. After years of waiting, Princess Elizabeth...

Boxing has dominated the lives of Leon Davidson and Troy Augustus, two former friends who stepped into the ring to face up to who they are. Having spent their youth in the same London boxing gym,...

William Barents' three polar expeditions were marked by harrowing challenges, but none more so than his third, which ended in disaster when his ship was lost to unforgiving ice. The crew's fight for...

Invisible Divides explores the unseen barriers that prevent churches from becoming truly inclusive spaces for people from all walks of life. The authors examine how the church's predominantly...

Kings and Queens is a highly entertaining collection of poems about all forty-one English Kings and Queens since William I. With wonderfully witty illustrations by Robin Jacques, history has never...

Mr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire is a hilarious new adventure from Andy Stanton. Mr Gum's back to his old tricks, but this time he's joined by an unexpected friend: Alan Taylor, a gingerbread man...

All's Well That Ends Well: Third Series (The Arden Shakespeare Third Series) by William Shakespeare In this new edition of All's Well That Ends Well, Suzanne Gossett offers fresh perspectives on the...

Joseph Mallord William Turner's artistic journey began at just 26 years old when he became a member of the Royal Academy in 1802. This young painter's innovative style, which combined historical...

A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare is a raucous comedy that thrusts four young lovers into a world of magic and fantasy. In this enchanted forest, Oberon and Titania, the king and queen...

Ayrton Senna: A Human Portrait Ayrton Senna, one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers in history, continues to fascinate long after his death in 1994. This book delves into Senna's story, from his debut...

The New Confessions is a sweeping and engaging novel that follows the life of John James Todd, a complex and flawed individual who navigates the challenges of the 20th century. From his early years...

Tales from Shakespeare, a beautifully crafted collection of stories, brings to life the enduring power of William Shakespeare's greatest plays. Written by Charles and Mary Lamb, two renowned writers...

Stock and housing markets have experienced remarkable booms followed by devastating busts, leaving economists and historians alike searching for answers. In "Boom and Bust: A Global History of...

Anthony Trollope's The Way We Live Now is a radical exploration of the dangers associated with speculative capitalism. The novel follows the fortunes of Augustus Melmotte, a charismatic but...

Discover the benefits of PEMF therapy for yourself. Pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy is a revolutionary self-care tool that can significantly improve your health in the comfort of your own...

Discover the beauty and tranquility of Scotland's Inner Hebrides with Walks Isla, Jura & Colonsay. This guidebook takes you on a journey to three stunning islands, showcasing their unique landscapes...

A Poem for Every Spring Day by Allie Esiri is a beautiful collection of verse that brings the magic of spring to life. This charming poetry anthology features a range of poems, from familiar...

Candy Darling Dreamer, Icon, Superstar is a monumental biography that offers a thrilling and prismatic portrait of the queer icon and Warhol superstar. Growing up on Long Island, Candy Darling was...

Glasgow Kiss by Alex Gray is a gripping mystery that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the devastating consequences of false accusations. When a popular teacher at Muirpark...

Re-enchanting the Forest: A Powerful Exploration of Ritual in Our Modern Lives In an increasingly secular world, we often find ourselves lacking meaningful rites of passage and initiations. This can...

John Milton's life was far from straightforward. A complex and multifaceted individual, he defied easy categorisation. This biography sheds new light on his fascinating world, exploring the...

Developing Your Skill in Empathic Listening Dr. William R. Miller offers a step-by-step process for cultivating your ability to listen deeply and understand others. This approach is grounded in sixty...

Ancient magick techniques using secret power verses from the Holy Scriptures are presented in this rare occult book. William Oribello's spiritual contacts with Divine Forces and Ascended Masters...

And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks is a true-life mystery that alternates between two pivotal moments in the lives of its authors. In 1944, Jack Kerouac and William S. Burroughs were both...

The Lonely Heart Attack Club by J. Williams is a heartwarming and hilarious comedy about a man who finds an unlikely solution to his failing business. After a trip to the job centre, Jack's assistant...

Batman: Night of the Owls (The New 52) As evil spreads across Gotham City, Batman's allies find themselves in a desperate battle against corruption and violence. The Court of Owls has revealed its...

William Francis Gibbs, America's greatest naval architect, spent forty years dreaming of his magnum opus: the SS United States. His vision for the finest, fastest, and most beautiful ocean liner in...

Letters to His Neighbor, a recently discovered collection of correspondence, offers a unique glimpse into the life of Marcel Proust. The author's letters to his upstairs neighbor, Dr. Williams,...

Louis XXX is a collection of two hybrid texts by French novelist and philosopher Georges Bataille, presented alongside his major work, Guilty. These experimental pieces combine prose and poetry,...

This revised edition of Free the Tipple features updated texts and a bold new cover, celebrating sixty of the world's coolest and most influential women. The book showcases a refreshing collection of...

The Arts and Crafts Movement in Britain by Mary Greensted explores the origins and development of this influential art and design movement in Britain. The book features numerous illustrations...

Unlock the Power Within: A Step-by-Step Guide to Natural Success Discover a highly original approach to self-transformation, one that dispenses with traditional methods and instead reveals the hidden...

The Book of Five Rings is a timeless manifesto on strategy, swordsmanship, and winning, written by the renowned samurai Miyamoto Musashi in 1643. This influential text offers profound advice on...

The sun-kissed prairie stretches out around the Ingalls family, a welcome sight after their long journey across America. But as they settle into their new home, they soon discover that sharing the...

Twitter's meteoric rise from a humble internet start-up to a global phenomenon is revealed in this gripping true story. Since 2006, the social media platform has grown exponentially, becoming an $11...

The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element of Security by Kevin D. Mitnick and William L. Simon is a comprehensive guide to understanding the human factors involved in information security...

The Medusa Project: the Set-Up by Sophie McKenzie is the first gripping installment in this bestselling children's series. In 2006, scientist William Fox risked it all to achieve the impossible: he...

When the brightest stars of the music world reach their peak, they are at their most fascinating. But it's often when fame begins to fade that we see the true heroes emerge.Nick Duerden has spent...

Burning Bright by Tracy Chevalier In 1792, the Kellaways leave their rural home in Dorset for the tumultuous city of London. They are seeking a new life after a devastating loss, one that can only be...

A Marriage of Lions by Elizabeth Chadwick is a sumptuous historical romance that brings to life the tumultuous world of 13th-century England. When Joanna, a young woman raised at court, inherits a...

Michelangelo's final years were marked by both personal turmoil and creative triumph. As he approached his seventies, the renowned artist felt that his productive life was drawing to a close.However,...

The Night Land by William Hope Hodgson In a future where the Sun has failed, humanity's last hope for survival lies within the Last Redoubt, a colossal metal pyramid. But beyond its safety, countless...

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,...

The Firmament of Flame by Drew Williams In a universe on the brink of collapse, a small band of mercenaries known as the Justified must navigate treacherous landscapes to prevent catastrophe. Their...

The Kick-A** Book of Cobra Kai: An Official Behind-The-Scenes Companion Get an exclusive look into the making of this beloved franchise with never-before-seen photographs and illustrations, as well...

Discover the vibrant world of Victorian stained glass, a key element in the architectural opulence of Gothic Revival Britain. This beautifully illustrated guide explores the development of the craft,...

Freedom's Forge reveals the pivotal role that American business leaders played in the Allied victory in World War II. Two key figures, General Motors' William "Big Bill" Knudsen and shipbuilder Henry...

The Sandman: Overture 30th Anniversary Edition This 30th Anniversary edition of The Sandman Vol. 0: Overture brings Neil Gaiman's mesmerizing saga of the Sandman full circle, serving as both a...

The Fire That Consumes: A Biblical and Historical Study of the Doctrine of Final Punishment, Third Edition by Edward William Fudge. A thorough examination of the complete teaching of Scripture on...

Two Years in Kurdistan is a personal account of life in northern Iraq during the aftermath of the First World War. William Rupert Hay, a British political officer, recounts his experiences in the...

Why Work? is a thought-provoking collection of essays and illustrations that challenges the notion of work in the modern world. Edited by Freedom Press, this book brings together a diverse range of...

Jumpin' Jim's Ukulele Country is a collection of 36 classic country and western songs arranged for ukulele. The book features hits made famous by legendary artists such as Hank Williams, Patsy Cline,...

Sean Stone's New World Order: A Strategy of Imperialism offers a thought-provoking exploration of the interconnected relationships between academia, government, and big business. The book delves into...

William Smith's life was marked by turmoil, yet it was his determination that led to a groundbreaking achievement. In 1829, a Yorkshire aristocrat recognised his genius, and Smith's life was forever...

Overcoming Depression and Low Mood: A Five Areas Approach by Chris Williams is a practical guide to understanding and managing low mood. This book explains how low mood can affect daily life and...

Julius Caesar Third Series by William Shakespeare A striking tragedy of political conflict, Julius Caesar explores the tumultuous rivalry between two men with differing visions for Rome. As the...

Oliver Sacks's final book, The River of Consciousness, is a deeply personal and intellectually wide-ranging exploration of the human experience. Drawing on his vast knowledge of science, philosophy,...

Christopher Metcalfe returns to his family home in Kent after the death of his father, prompting a re-examination of his past. A box of memorabilia from his days at school reveals a long-forgotten...

The Luck of Barry Lyndon by William Makepeace Thackeray Set against the backdrop of 18th-century England, this novel tells the story of Barry Lyndon, a man whose life is shaped by chance and his own...

This Naked Mind: Nicotine by Annie Grace and William Porter is a guide to quitting nicotine and reclaiming your well-being. The authors, who have helped thousands overcome problem drinking, now bring...

Denim Branded Jeanswear's Evolving Design Details is an in-depth exploration of the history and design elements that shape the world of denim branding. From the 1870s to modern contemporary brands,...

Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop Danyel Smith's intimate history of Black women's music is a surprising and heartbreaking story that spans centuries. From Phillis Wheatley...

The long-awaited prequel to The Dragonbone Chair, Brothers of the Wind is set a thousand years before the events of the original novel. This story follows Pamon Kes, a faithful servant and member of...

Discover a diverse collection of poetry and short stories from around the world. Songs of Ourselves: Volume 2 features work from over 100 poets, including famous names like William Blake and Emily...

Dracopedia: A comprehensive guide to drawing the world's most iconic dragon species. Artist and researcher William O'Connor has spent years studying dragons in their natural environments, compiling...

The Non-designer's Design Book: A Practical Guide to Great Design For nearly 20 years, Robin Williams has shared her expertise on the fundamental principles of great design with designers and...

Discover how chemistry has shaped our understanding of the world and its many transformations. From ancient alchemy to modern materials science, this Very Short Introduction explores the history of...

This edition of As You Like It features an exclusive Introduction and Notes by Cedric Watts, M.A., Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of English, University of Sussex. A romantic comedy with a bold plot, the...

Staring out of the rain-lashed window of an ancient British pub, Jake's thoughts turned to adventure and warm sandy beaches. His best friend Billy was coming to visit from America, and he had planned...

The remarkable story of Britain's wartime food crisis is revealed in Eggs or Anarchy. Written by award-winning food writer and restaurant critic William Sitwell, this book tells the heroic tale of...

The Quick and the Dead by William Arthur Waterton is a thought-provoking account of test flying with British aircraft organizations in the 1950s. Written from the pilot's viewpoint, this book offers...

Exploring the intersection of art and everyday life, this book delves into the work of artist Bruce Nauman. In the late 1960s, Nauman examined the role of the artist, their studio practice, and the...

Stanley Tookie Williams' memoir is a gripping account of his personal revolution, from his early days as a Crips co-founder to his later work as an anti-gang activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee...

A Farmer Boy's Special Day is a heartwarming picture book about Almanzo Wilder's birthday, a day filled with farm chores and fun. On this special day, Almanzo stays home from school and receives a...