1599 results for 'Poole, Josephine'

Detective Chief Inspector Jane Tennison has taken a significant step up the career ladder, joining the elite Area Major Incident Pool. Her new role brings a fresh set of challenges, including the...

A humorous and nostalgic look back at life in 1980s Britain. This memoir recounts the author's childhood experiences growing up in suburban Birmingham, where everyday activities like exploring on...

The Nabataeans: Builders of Petra By Dan Gibson Every year thousands of tourists visit the spectacular city of Petra, carved out of the ancient Jordanian mountains. Hundreds of magnificent tombs and...

The discovery of eight ancient Apuleian vases in a German art smuggler's swimming pool sets off a chain of events that uncovers a web of tombaroli and dealers who steal classical artifacts from Italy...

Gwen, in Green is a chilling eco-horror novel by Hugh Zachary. After receiving an insurance settlement, young couple Gwen and George buy their own island, only to discover that it holds a terrifying...

Boomy the Bittern tells the story of life in a wetland home. A family of bitterns live among pools, islands, ditches and dykes, hiding in reeds, bringing up their young, scooping up fish to eat. As...

Charles Ponzi and the Ponzi Scheme: The History and Legacy of 20th Century America's Most Famous Con ArtistThis infamous financial scandal, named after its perpetrator, is a fascinating study of...

Dashiell Thane wasn't a nice guy. He was abrasive and demanding, but somehow we'd been best friends our whole lives. When I finally decided to dip my toes into the dating pool, things got complicated...

Pearl Jenkins was a woman who lived as a hermit in the woods. One day, she's nowhere to be found, and all that's left behind is a pool of blood and a child no one knew existed, raised completely off...

Tanner Ryan dislikes his new town. He misses his old friends and finds comfort in his family's pool. However, everything changes when he discovers the Curves, an excellent place to skateboard...

Explore the beautiful lakes and waterways of the Lake District, where stunning scenery meets exciting swimming and hiking opportunities. This book takes you on magical journeys through Britain's most...

Explore Italy's Hidden Gems: A Guide to Wild Swimming Discover the natural beauty of Italy through its freshwater lakes, mountain lagoons, and rivers. This stunning travel book takes you off the...

Discover the fascinating world of 19th-century England with this lively guide to its customs and traditions. From the etiquette of dinner parties to the intricacies of the Church of England, author...

Bitter Flowers: A Gripping Nordic Noir Thriller by Gunnar Staalesen. Fresh from rehab, Norwegian PI Varg Veum faces his most complex investigation yet. A man is found dead in an elite swimming pool...

Oxford Botanic Garden A Guide by Chris Thorogood and Simon Hiscock is a comprehensive exploration of this historic site. Since its foundation in 1621, the garden has been at the forefront of...

The Early Roman Expansion into Italy: A New Perspective on Elite Negotiation and Family Agendas Nicola Terrenato presents a fresh interpretation of Roman expansion in Italy during the 4th and 3rd...

Giving Circles: Philanthropy, Voluntary Association, and Democracy by Angela M. Eikenberry explores the emergence of giving circles in the United States as a new model for philanthropic collaboration...

A luxury travel resort with a dark secret. The Crimson Quays was once a well-appointed tourist trap, complete with swimming pools, musical performances, and amusement park rides. However, its...

Insight into the minds of the world's most successful CEOs, distilled from extensive interviews with top corporate leaders.Being a CEO at one of the world's largest companies is a daunting task, with...

Discover the hidden face of Cape Town, a city that reveals its secrets to those who know how to wander off the beaten track. From a captain's three-year residence on a shipwreck to a magical tree...

A girl in a new country. A dark secret left behind. A dead body which might tell all. Paloma has led a privileged life since being adopted from an orphanage in Sri Lanka, but her parents'...

Thirst by Varsha Bajaj is a gripping story about a girl's fight for access to water. In Mumbai's poorest area, Minni faces daily struggles to get clean water due to limited hours at communal taps and...

Twelve-year-old Anna's parents are going through a tough time, but she's determined to keep them together. Her twin brother Anto is her closest companion, and nothing can separate them. So when Anna...

Ellie, the littlest elephant, is always in a rush. She's just learned to swim and she's excited to go to the pool - but her enthusiasm gets the better of her. As she crashes through the jungle, Ellie...

Hotel of the Gods: Beware the Hellhound Book 1A hilarious new series suited to readers of humorous adventures. When Atlas's parents get new jobs running a luxurious hotel, he can't believe his luck...

The City's Hiring Practices: A Problem of Affluence and Inequality This book examines the issues of equality in the City of London, revealing how hiring practices continue to favour a narrow pool of...

Follow The Acorn: A Very Unofficial Guide to the South West Coast Path by John Haughton is a personal account of walking the entire 630-mile English South West Coast Path. Written over an eight-week...

Buildings are created through collaboration and cooperation between people from various disciplines. Architects work closely with other architects, experts in different fields, and even the public to...

The Littlest Elephant by Kate Read is a heartwarming picture book about learning to slow down and appreciate the world around you. A baby elephant's excitement often gets the better of her, causing...

A remarkable life story begins with a dramatic accident. In 1948, a nine-month-old baby is dropped on its head in a concrete swimming pool, setting in motion the events that would shape Miles...

Lottie Brooks is back for more hilarious adventures as she navigates her first holiday and first boyfriend. Summer has finally arrived, and Lottie is excited to scroll through Instagram, dreaming of...

Under the Tuscan sun, marvelous hills and vineyards come alive in this stunning collection of homes and interiors. Nestled among centuries-old towns, rural villas, and contadino farmhouses, these...

Lymphedema Caregiver's Guide provides comprehensive instructions for caregivers on all aspects of lymphedema home care, including physical care and emotional support. This systematic approach helps...

In the world beyond his own, Val Blackwood faces an impossible choice: return to a realm of magic and monsters in search of his brothers. With the help of the Abbey, a school for wizards, he must...

A comprehensive collection of 1,000 skateboard designs is presented in this definitive compilation. Spanning over seventy years and featuring iconic boards from renowned brands, this book profiles...

Having a pet dragon can be very fun! He can sit, roll over, and play, as well as perform many other cool things. However, what if your dragon is afraid of change? This children's story teaches kids...

Take your swimming teaching to the next level with this comprehensive visual aid booklet. Featuring 106 vibrant picture prompt cards, you can create custom timetables and schedules for swimming...

The Art of Transforming the Mind: A Meditator's Guide to the Tibetan Practice of Lojong by B. Alan Wallace Develop your mental training with this comprehensive guide to lojong, a fundamental type of...

Learn to multiply with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first maths book for children aged 5 and up. Alongside his friend Frankie, they'll build sandcastles, fish in rock pools and spend...

online marketplaces's trillion-dollar success is built around its management system. This system can be applied to any business, regardless of size or industry, to drive growth and shareholder value...

The Osprey: A Global Raptor's Miraculous Recovery Alan F. Poole's beautifully illustrated book tells the story of one of the world's most fascinating bird species, from its widespread presence to its...

Would You Rather? Summer Edition is the perfect companion for kids who love fun, laughs, and a challenge. Lindsey Daly's hilarious questions about the joys of summer are designed to entertain and...

The twelfth interactive Hardy Boys Clue Book is set at the Bayport Aquarium. A new tide pool exhibit has just opened, featuring horseshoe crabs, rays, jellyfish and other sea life. However, during a...

G2: Building the Next Generation provides guidance on ensuring the future of your firm by identifying, developing, and installing new leadership. Based on 17 years of experience with over 1,000...

Viva! 3 Verde second edition pupil book is part of the UK's most popular KS3 Spanish course, designed to engage pupils in learning. With its strong cultural focus and range of resources for all...

Discover the rich birdlife of southeast England's unique landscape. From Kent's deep forests to the Greater Thames Estuary's mudflats and beaches, this region is home to an astonishing variety of...

This elegiac tribute to the art and pleasure of fly-fishing shows us why life's most valuable lessons are often found in the water. For John Gierach, fishing is always the answer, even when it's not...

Tales from a Barren Rock offers a unique glimpse into life in Hong Kong during its final decades under British rule. The book presents over thirty stories from long-time foreign residents, covering a...

A Word for Every Day of the Year by Steven Poole is a fascinating collection of 366 words and their definitions. This unique reference book offers a rare and remarkable word with its history and...

FloodZone by Anastasia Samoylova is a poignant photographic account of life on the southern United States' climatic knife-edge. The book presents a subtle and often unsettling portrayal of waiting...

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of natural hot springs from around the world. This stunning visual adventure features photographs and stories of unique topographies, regional uses, and...

Flamingo Flo is hosting a pool party that promises to be the most fabulous event of the season. However, her neighbours, known for their prickly personalities, are not invited. But when Flo's true...

A luxurious Mediterranean villa serves as the backdrop for a reunion that will leave you breathless. Four friends, once bound by a shared betrayal, are invited to celebrate their ex-friend Jodie's...

Billy Collins' latest collection of poems, Water, Water, is a wondrous exploration of the joys and mysteries of daily life. With his trademark lyrical informality, Collins invites us to slow down and...

The Three-Year Swim Club: The Untold Story of the Sugar Ditch Kids and Their Quest for Olympic Glory by Julie Checkoway. In 1937, an extraordinary school teacher took a group of underprivileged...

Janie is a force of nature, like some considerable disaster zone. Her life is hot and volatile, with her mouth peeling away and horns growing on her head. This intense, funny and open-hearted play...

Mastering ZFS for FreeBSD systems is a game-changer when it comes to data storage. With this in-depth guide, you'll learn how to arrange your storage for optimal performance, configure datasets that...

Color your way through Hawaiʻi's ocean with this vibrant coloring book. Featuring 30 hand-drawn illustrations of tide pool creatures and other marine life, each page is filled with unique animals and...

The Global HR Challenges Facing the Function explores how businesses are adapting their human resources to meet the demands of globalisation. This shift requires a re-evaluation of organisational...

RSPB Nature Guide: Seashore is a beautifully illustrated spotter's guide to the wonders of the seashore. Published in collaboration with the RSPB, this handy nature guide is perfect for anyone who...

Discover the joy of hands-on learning with 100 Easy STEAM Activities. This engaging activity book is packed with fun and creative projects that make science, technology, engineering, art, and math...

Twelve years have passed since Frederick Welin's life was turned upside down. Now, in the depths of winter, he is confronted by a figure struggling towards him across the ice.The woman approaching...

Awaken the magic in your outdoor space with Your Magical Garden. Clare Gogerty's guide to modern witchcraft is based on her own experience and explores the power of the elements, plants, and nature...

The Predators' Ball: A gripping account of American business history in the making. In 1980s Wall Street, a philosophy of greed dominated the scene. Michael Milken's Drexel Burnham Lambert was at the...

Brooklyn Wainwright discovers that murder is always a bestseller in her first novel. As a skilled surgeon, she's no stranger to life-or-death situations - but nothing could have prepared her for the...

The Bridesmaids: A Totally Addictive and Gripping Psychological Thriller Victoria Jenkins' pulse-racing psychological thriller follows Holly as she prepares for her wedding, only to find herself at...

For comprehensive HVAC coverage, this volume provides hands-on guidance for installing, servicing, and repairing air-conditioning systems in new and older construction. It also covers specialized...

The M.S. Tilburg sets sail from Germany bound for the Far East, but its tranquil voyage is disrupted when it stops at Southampton and takes on new passengers. Shortly after, the ship becomes a scene...

The Crystal Void and Feast of the Dead are two thrilling adventures that bring together action, suspense, and supernatural horror in 19th-century Portugal. In this first anthology volume of Mon Dieu...

Laurent de Rodergues seeks solitude in Saint-Chartier to write his memoirs. However, his peaceful life is disrupted by Carlos, an eccentric millionaire planning a costly makeover for the town's...

Stanley Lane-Poole's History of India, Medieval India from the Mohammedan Conquest to the Reign of Akbar the Great provides insight into the significant impact of Islamic rule on the Indian...

David Hockney Insights: Reflecting the Tate Collection brings together some of the artist's most defining work from the 1950s to the present. This publication features major works from the Tate...

The peaceful village of Llanfair is turned upside down by the arrival of hot-shot filmmakers from London. They're dredging Llyn Llydaw Lake to find a World War II German bomber for a documentary, but...

This exciting guide is perfect for anyone who loves a challenge and an adventure. With 150 incredible experiences on land and water, you'll discover where to do things you never thought possible in...

The Ashmolean Museum's wood engraving collection is one of the greatest in the world. This book showcases some of its finest examples. The Ashmolean has an extensive collection of over 3,000 prints,...

Avalon High by Meg Cabot is a supernatural tale that combines wit and Arthurian legend. Ellie's new school seems ordinary, but she soon discovers strange things about her classmates, including the...

The Cool Bean Makes a Splash by Jory John and Pete Oswald is a Level Two I Can Read story about taking chances and trying new things. A young swimmer, known for his skills in the shallow end, faces a...

Brooklyn Stevens lies in a pool of her own blood, tied up and gagged, in a desperate bid for help. But as she screams silently, no one outside these basement walls can hear her.Sofia Flores thought...

Navigating the dating world can be challenging, but finding a life partner is particularly difficult for gay men. The pool of potential matches may seem smaller, and spotting compatible partners can...

Fernando Wong Landscape Design: A Tropical Oasis Award-winning landscape designer Fernando Wong's stunning private gardens are showcased in this sumptuously illustrated book. Featuring elaborate...

Turning Twelve is a coming-of-age graphic novel that explores the ups and downs of growing up. For Katie, turning twelve means navigating new friendships, family expectations, and first crushes. As...

BPMN Quick and Easy With Method & Style Learn to create effective business process models with BPMN 2.0, the industry standard for visualising and managing business processes. This comprehensive...

The Monocle Guide to Building Better Cities is a comprehensive exploration of what makes a great city. Andrew Tuck delves into the essential elements that provide quality of life, from transport and...

Dark Carnivals: A Panoramic Story of Horror and American Imperial Power By W. Scott Poole, published by Catapult in 2023, this book offers a unique perspective on the horror genre as a critique of...

Margo Angelhart's life as a private investigator is marked by tough choices and solitary work. She takes on cases that pay the bills, even if they're not her first choice. However, when one of these...

When the Spriggan Travelling Theatre Company arrives in Seal Bay to perform a Cornish version of King Arthur, the locals are eager for entertainment. But for Morwenna Mutton, the theatre brings more...

Jupiter's ice moon Europa is widely regarded as the most likely place to find accessible extraterrestrial life. This book tells the engaging story of Europa, the oceanic moon, featuring stunning...

Eighteenth-century London and the lives of two families become intertwined in a mysterious and sinister tale. When a baby is brought to safety by the Fowler household, the family's lives are forever...

Nomadland is a revelatory tale of the dark underbelly of the American economy, one that foreshadows the precarious future that may await many of us. It celebrates the exceptional resilience and...

The Reef Guide: A Comprehensive Guide to Southern Africa's East and South Coasts This illustrated guide documents over 800 species of marine life found along the east and south coasts of southern...

Bicycles were a technology that generated significant excitement and discussion in late 19th-century Britain. This book explores the social history of cycling during this period, examining its impact...

Senior amateur sleuths from the Superstition Aquatics Club take matters into their own hands when a murder at their retirement community sends shockwaves through the quiet resort. When Chief of...

Build Beyond Zero: New Ideas for Carbon-Smart Architecture by Bruce King and Chris Magwood. Net-zero energy buildings have made significant strides in improving building performance, but renovating...

Laura Fry returns to her childhood home to care for her mother, hoping that it will help her overcome her writer's block. As she tends to her mother's neglected lawn, she finds herself drawn into the...

The seventh instalment in the Jake Dillon series is a gripping crime thriller that takes readers on a perilous journey from Poole Harbour to the British Channel island of Guernsey. A contract...

Embark on an epic journey along the stunning South West Coast Path, a 630 mile trail that winds its way from Minehead to Poole, taking in breathtaking landscapes and iconic landmarks.This...

Wild Swimming Walks: Explore 28 Adventures in Dartmoor and South Devon Discover the beauty of Dartmoor and South Devon's wild swimming paradise with this inspirational guide. Follow 28 walking routes...

Wembley, 30 July 1966, marked a historic moment in English football. The World Cup champions had finally been crowned, but the journey to victory was far from straightforward. In this book, John...

Plagues Upon the Earth: A sweeping history of humans and their germs, from our evolutionary past to global pandemics. This monumental work explores how technological progress has accelerated...

The body of 18-year-old Kerry Dowling was found at the bottom of her family's pool. She had thrown a party the previous night while her parents were away, and despite being fully dressed, no one saw...