1602 results for 'Eric Clapton(Contributor)'

Steve Rogers has renounced his role as Captain America. As he navigates this new identity, he becomes embroiled in a complex web of intrigue and power struggles. With the return of the Red Skull,...

African American Women in the Struggle for the Vote, 1850-1920 by Rosalyn Terborg-Penn is a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the crucial role African American women played in the fight for...

Why Marriage Matters: Equality and Gay People's Right to MarryEvan Wolfson presents a compelling discussion on the importance of marriage in America, exploring its significance for all couples and...

Working the Roots: Over 400 Years of Traditional African American Healing This book is a testament to the enduring legacy of African American traditional medicine, a practice born out of necessity...

Donald Gaskins: The Most Prolific Serial Killer in American History Donald Henry "Peewee" Gaskins was a name that commanded respect, if not fear. His nickname "Peewee" was a cruel irony, for those...

A comparative analysis of immigrant integration across Western countries, Strangers No More examines the experiences of low-status newcomers and their children in four European countries and the...

Trust Me, I'm a Nurse... by Moira McGregor Moira McGregor's memoir is a heartwarming and inspiring account of her journey from administration to nursing, spanning nineteen years. With a mix of humor...

A century-old legend comes back to haunt Scott Jericho. Fresh out of jail, he's forced to seek refuge with the fairground family he once rejected. But when a series of bizarre murders rocks the...

The Digital Banal: New Media and American Literature and Culture by Zara Dinnen Contemporary culture is shaped by its media, yet digital media have become increasingly banal, making it harder to...

Harry Smith: American Magus offers an intimate look at the life and artistic practice of a true original. As a filmmaker, music anthologist, and enigmatic polymath, Harry Smith was a spiritual...

The American Diner Cookbook brings back memories of a bygone era with its more than 450 recipes and nostalgic photographs. The story of the diner began over 100 years ago, when coffee and sandwiches...

The Jeffrey Dahmer Story An American Nightmare The Oxford Apartments were a place where terror was lurking in the shadows. On a hot summer night in July 1991, a young man's desperate cry for help...

The Man from the Train: Discovering America's Most Elusive Serial Killer In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a series of brutal murders took place across the United States, with families...

Behind the scenes of Hollywood's most iconic films lies a story of creative collaboration and meticulous editing. Sam O'Steen, a seasoned editor, shares his experiences working with top directors on...

Saidiya Hartman's groundbreaking debut, Scenes of Subjection, is a powerful exploration of the forms of routine terror and quotidian violence characteristic of slavery. Now revised and updated, this...

The Douglas Devastator was the US Navy's first all-metal combat aircraft, featuring a fully enclosed cockpit and hydraulically folding wings. This pioneering aircraft played a significant role in the...

Experience the joy of painting with Bob Ross, as featured in his bestselling book, The Best of the Joy of Painting. This collection showcases sixty of his most beloved paintings, each accompanied by...

Supreme City is a vivid and deeply researched account of the people who shaped modern America in the 1920s. During this era, midtown Manhattan became the cultural and commercial capital of the United...

American Predator: The Hunt for the Most Meticulous Serial Killer of the 21st Century In the world of serial killers, few names are as unknown as Israel Keyes. This is a story about a man who evaded...

The Celebration of Christmas In Europe and America: Yuletide Traditions From Many LandsExplore the rich history of Christmas across Europe, from ancient Yuletide festivals to the traditions of...

Kendrick Lamar: A Visionary of Change Kendrick Lamar is a powerful voice in contemporary music, known for his thought-provoking lyrics and innovative storytelling. This book explores his impact on...

A Century of War: Anglo-American Oil Politics and the New World Order by F. William Engdahl This book explores the complex and often hidden history of oil politics and their impact on global events...

Discover your heartsong through the Native American style flute. This book is the perfect place to start your journey of learning to play this beautiful instrument. With no musical experience...

The Accidental Superpower Ten Years On by Peter Zeihan A new era of global politics has dawned, one that challenges the assumptions of the past. In this revised edition, international strategist...

Tears at La Bombonera tells the story of Christopher Hylland's six-year journey through South America and her love affair with football. From Buenos Aires to Medellín, Hylland shares his experiences...

Oxford Reading Tree: Stage 1+: Decode and Develop: Hop, Hop, Pop! is a fun and engaging story to support children's decoding and language development. With its exciting storyline and high-interest...

A comprehensive assessment of Anglo-American relations from the Cold War to Iraq, this revised edition explores how the special relationship evolved under Blair's leadership and Britain's increasing...

The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ by Anne Catherine Emmerich This book is a personal account of the events leading up to the Crucifixion of Christ, as experienced by a 19th-century German...

A powerful and thought-provoking anthology of poetry from around the world, 100 Poems That Matter explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the human experience. This collection brings...

Eric Berne's What Do You Say After You Say Hello? reveals how everyone's life follows a predetermined script - a script they compose for themselves during early childhood. This script decides how a...

The history of human desire is a complex and often contradictory one. From ancient Mesopotamia to modern times, the law has struggled to regulate the most powerful engine of human behavior - sex. In...

Eric Hazan's Balzac's Paris is an intimate exploration of the city that inspired one of France's most celebrated novelists. Through his own walking tour of 19th-century Paris, Hazan recovers the...

The Rise and Fall of America's Most Powerful Mafia Empires For half a century, the American Mafia outwitted and outmanoeuvred law enforcement, causing significant damage to America's social fabric...

John Keehan, a doctor's son from a good family, had a weakness for the girl next door. He became John Dante, a man with a mysterious past, and a penchant for the dramatic. This is the story of how he...

Learn the Exhilarating Game of Mahjong with This Comprehensive Guide Discover the captivating world of Mahjong with The Complete Book of Mah Jongg, an expert guide to the Asian, American, and...

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...

The Ford F-100/F-150 Pickup 1953 to 1996 is a comprehensive guide to the most popular pickup truck of all time. With hundreds of colour illustrations and detailed technical specifications, this book...

Madam C.J. Walker's story is one of determination and innovation. In the early 20th century, she identified a need for hair care products specifically designed for African American hair, a problem...

This Foundation Edition textbook is designed to work alongside the mainstream OCR GCSE History B (SHP) textbook, providing effective co-teaching support for students of all abilities. It covers the...

The War of Jenkins' Ear: A Forgotten Struggle for North and South America The War of Jenkins' Ear was a pivotal conflict that shaped the fate of the United States and the entire Western Hemisphere...

Shelton Stromquist's comprehensive study of the Progressive movement challenges the idea of social harmony through democratic renewal. The author argues that the movement's promise was hindered by...

A Perfect Frenzy: A Royal Governor, His Black Allies, and the Crisis that Spurred the American Revolution In the spring of 1775, the American Revolution was unfolding in New England, but a pivotal...

The SAS's most daring mission to liberate Europe is told in SAS Forged in Hell. In the summer of 1943, a small group of elite forces soldiers, led by the legendary SAS commander Blair 'Paddy' Mayne,...

Foreign Agents: How American Lobbyists and Lawmakers Threaten Democracy Around the World by Casey Michel. For decades, a small group of Americans has worked behind the scenes to shape global politics...

Explore the Cairngorms National Park with this Ordnance Survey Explorer map OL 50. Covering Loch Ericht, Loch Laggan and 16 surrounding Munros, it also features part of the park's stunning landscape...

The Greater Caribbean, spanning from Surinam to the Chesapeake, played host to significant ecological changes that facilitated the spread of vector mosquitoes carrying diseases such as yellow fever...

Difficult people can be a major challenge for managers, but they don't have to be insurmountable. Leading the Unleadable offers a straightforward approach to dealing with difficult individuals,...

The Woks of Life: Recipes to Know and Love from a Chinese American Family This cookbook is a heartwarming story of food and family, shared by the Leung family, behind the popular blog The Woks of...

When a powerful criminal demands a favour, Mitch Rapp is left with no choice but to honour his agreement. His mission takes him to Syria, where a new designer drug is spreading into the criminal's...

Sub Rosa America: A Deep State History is a 4-book series that explores the aftermath of two historical occult rites performed at the 33o parallel in White Sands, New Mexico and Dallas, Texas. The...

Indigenous resistance is a radical rejection of contemporary colonialism, focused on the refusal of the dispossession of both Indigenous bodies and land. Leanne Betasamosake Simpson argues that this...

The Care and Keeping of You 2 is a comprehensive guide for girls aged 10 and up, covering the physical and emotional changes they're going through as they grow. With new illustrations and updated...

A behind-the-scenes look at one of Hollywood's most iconic films. Tony Curtis shares his memories of working on Some Like It Hot, a beloved comedy that has become an integral part of American cinema...

The Girls is a dark and atmospheric novel that explores the lives of a group of young women in 1960s America. At its centre is Suzanne, a beautiful and enigmatic figure who becomes the focal point of...

Giving Thanks: A Native American Good Morning Message is a celebration of the beauty and spirit of Mother Earth. This traditional Haudenosaunee good morning message has been passed down for...

The Chance by Robyn Carr In the small Oregon town of Thunder Point, FBI agent Laine Carrington finds refuge after a gunshot wound. The locals, who have come to know her as one of their own, welcome...

The Startup Way: How Entrepreneurial Management Transforms Culture and Drives Growth Eric Ries, a pioneer in the field of entrepreneurship, has written a groundbreaking book that challenges...

Eric Newby's 'Love and War in the Apennines' is a gripping account of his imprisonment and escape from an Italian prison camp during World War II. After the Italian Armistice of 1943, Newby evaded...

Lost Victories: The War Memoirs of Hilter's Most Brilliant GeneralThis memoir by Field Marshal Erich von Manstein offers a detailed and objective account of his experiences during World War II...

Paul Simpson's Revolutionary Spirit is a poignant and often hilarious memoir that charts the author's journey to artistic validation. Born out of the 1970s Liverpool music scene, Simpson's story is...

The Trojan War: A Very Short Introduction by Eric H. Cline is an in-depth exploration of one of history's most enduring conflicts. This book delves into the question of whether the war described in...

The rise of 'cultural socialism' poses a significant threat to Western values. This philosophy, which advocates for harsh restrictions on free speech and national symbols in order to reduce...

A Libertarian Walks Into a Bear: The Utopian Plot to Liberate an American Town (and Some Bears) In 2004, a group of libertarians set out to create a self-sufficient community in Grafton, New...

The Fists of Fury: How Kung Fu Movies Swept America and Changed the World In 1973, a Hollywood studio released Five Fingers of Death, which sparked a craze that would change the face of American...

Charlie Chaplin, the silent screen's "Little Tramp," was a beloved figure until he starred in a series of high-profile federal courtroom dramas. In 1944, he was on trial, described by a New York...

Travel along America's most iconic route, Route 66, with this comprehensive guide. From its humble beginnings as a vital piece of American history to its current status as a popular tourist...

Inside Siglo XXI, a notorious migrant detention center in Mexico, journalist Belén Fernández offers a unique and unflinching account of life inside the facility. Detained herself after faulty...

Unit 3 - History The American Century C.1890-1990 by Haydn Davey This study guide is designed to support students in building and reinforcing their historical knowledge and exam skills for the WJEC...

The History of the Civil Rights Movement: A Story of Freedom and Equality This book takes you on a journey through the defining moments of America's Civil Rights Movement, from the 1950s to the 1960s...

A History of Scottish Football in 100 Objects is a unique and humorous journey through the world of Scottish football. From its rich history to its most iconic moments, this book delves into the...

Vaudeville Melodies: Popular Musicians and Mass Entertainment in American Culture, 1870-1929 by Nicholas Gebhardt explores how vaudeville transformed relationships among performers, managers, and...

Ronald Speirs, the enigmatic commander of Easy Company, has long been shrouded in mystery. This complex portrait reveals the full story of his life, from his immigrant childhood in Prohibition-era...

The Moscow Rules: CIA Tactics That Helped America Win the Cold War In the late 1970s, the Cold War was at its most perilous, with the Soviet Union's all-pervasive surveillance making intelligence...

Tim Kennedy's life is a testament to the power of failure and perseverance. From his early days as a decorated Green Beret sniper to his time as a UFC headliner, Kennedy has faced his fair share of...

The Encyclopedia of Native American Bow, Arrows, and Quivers, Volume 1 Northeast, Southeast, and Midwest features beautifully detailed full-page pen-and-ink drawings of over 100 historic bows, scores...

Matt Fraser, America's top psychic medium, shares his life story and the lessons he's learned from speaking to both the living and the dead. Born into a psychic family, Matt has carried on the legacy...

Drive-Thru Dreams: A Journey Through the Heart of America's Fast-Food Kingdom This book is a worthwhile read for anyone with a passion for fast food. Adam Chandler's engaging narrative takes readers...

The Abduction of Betty and Barney Hill: Alien Encounters, Civil Rights, and the New Age in America In 1960s America, a shocking story of alien abduction captivated the nation. The Hills, an...

Drawing Down the Moon: A Study of Neo-Paganism in America This book provides a detailed history of the Neo-Pagan subculture in the United States, exploring the diverse practices and beliefs of modern...

The Art of Innovation: Lessons in Creativity from IDEO At the heart of many successful companies lies a culture of creativity and innovation. Tom Kelley, partner at IDEO, shares the strategies and...

California Burning: The Fall of Pacific Gas and Electric--and What It Means for America's Power Grid The legacy of Pacific Gas and Electric, California's largest utility company, has been one of...

Discover the secret to a successful relationship. Love & Respect, a New York Times bestseller, offers a practical guide to achieving a deeper level of intimacy in marriage. By understanding the...

The Care and Keeping of You 1: The Body Book for Younger Girls is a comprehensive guide for girls aged 8 and up, covering essential topics such as hair care, healthy eating, and body changes. With...

The Echo Machine: How Right-Wing Extremism Created a Post-Truth America Disinformation is no longer just a byproduct of our political system, but a weaponized force shaping public opinion. In this...

Chicago's indie music scene was a hotbed of creativity in the 1990s, with the city's underground redefining what indie rock could sound like. Labels like kranky records, founded in 1993, played a...

War Made Invisible: An Unflinching Exposé of America's Hidden War Costs For over two decades, the United States has been engaged in a perpetual state of war, with many of its military engagements...

The photographs of American blues musicians in England during the 1960s are a rare and precious glimpse into a pivotal moment in music history. This book presents a unique collection of images, taken...

Access to History: the American Revolution and the Birth of the USA 1740-1801This textbook provides in-depth analysis of the American Revolution and its impact on the formation of the United States...

David Foster Wallace's tennis essays are a masterclass in sportswriting. Gathered for the first time in this deluxe collector's edition, five tour-de-force pieces showcase Wallace's competitor's...

Ship of Fools: A Blistering Critique of America's Ruling Class Tucker Carlson offers a provocative commentary on how America's elite has failed everyday Americans. In this witty and insightful book,...

A New York Times Notable Book Best Books of 2021: TIME, Smithsonian New York Times Book Review * Editors' Choice. The United States experienced domestic violence on a scale not seen since the Civil...

The US Seventh Fleet, Vietnam 1964-75: A Comprehensive History of America's Naval Power in Southeast Asia. This book provides a detailed examination of the role of the US Navy's Seventh Fleet during...

American cuisine is a story of mash-ups, where cultures collide and exciting new dishes and flavors are born. In this book, chef and writer Edward Lee takes you on a journey to uncover the...

The untold story of how FDR saved the American economy from default. In 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made a bold decision to abandon the gold standard, a move that would have far-reaching...

Down by the Feed Mill: A Visual Record of America's Feed Mills and Grain Elevators This book presents a unique visual record of feed mills and grain elevators in America, showcasing over 300...

White Fear: How the Browning of America Is Making White Folks Lose Their Minds The deep-seated fear that has driven American politics and culture for centuries is intensifying, with far-reaching...

Dark Continents: Psychoanalysis and Colonialism by Ranjana Khanna explores the intersection of psychoanalysis and colonialism, revealing how the former can be a powerful tool for understanding the...

SAS Forged in Hell: From Desert Rats to Dogs of WarJune 1943 marked the largest invasion fleet ever assembled, sailing towards Nazi-occupied Europe with a mission to bulldoze its way onto heavily...

The American West has long been a subject of national pride, but what of the indigenous peoples who called it home? Dee Alexander Brown's meticulously documented account sheds light on the systematic...

After 20 years away, Bill Bryson returns to the United States with his English wife and four children. He finds a country that has changed in unexpected ways, with new customs and technologies that...