2206 results for 'Brown, William'

Lewis Carroll's Jabberwocky and Other Poems is a charming collection of 34 poems that showcase the author's unique brand of nonsense verse. This carefully curated selection includes some of Carroll's...

Discover the remarkable life and art of Joseph Mallord William Turner, one of Britain's most iconic painters, in this comprehensive collection of works from the Yale Center for British Art's...

The Dragonbone Chair is the first book in Tad Williams' epic fantasy series, Memory, Sorrow and Thorn. When Simon, a 14-year-old kitchen-boy, is apprenticed to the castle's wizard, his life is...

The Theory of Sound by John William Strutt Baron Rayleigh and Robert Bruce Lindsay is a comprehensive overview of research in physics prior to 1877, followed by the authors' own original...

The Forever War by Joe W. Haldeman is a thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the human cost of interstellar war. Private William Mandella's experiences in an alien conflict serve as...

Time and Tide: The Long, Long Life of LandscapeFiona Stafford's fascinating exploration of Britain's landscapes reveals the forces that transform places. From coastlines to forests, fens to fields,...

English art like no other presents a unique perspective on the country's psychic landscapes. This collection of images cuts to the heart of England's rebellious and destructive side, showcasing an...

Drunk on Love by Jasmine Guillory is a sparkling romantic comedy about finding love in unexpected places. When Margot Noble's stress from running her family winery gets the better of her, she turns...

William Makepeace Thackeray's Vanity Fair is a satirical epic of love and social adventure set in the tawdry glamour of Regency society. At its heart are two heroines, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley,...

Laura Ingalls Wilder's Little House Picture Book series brings the joy of summertime to young readers. In this illustrated adaptation, Laura and her sister Mary spend their days helping Ma in the...

The 6th book in a bestselling series that has sold over 63 million copies worldwide. The Left Behind series combines suspense, romance, and biblical references, making it a unique and captivating...

A detailed first-hand account of the early Roman Empire, "The Annals" chronicles the history of the Roman Empire from 14 A.D. to 68 A.D. Written by Cornelius Tacitus, a Roman Senator, it provides a...

Romeo and Juliet Third Series by William Shakespeare This major new edition of Shakespeare's greatest tragedy of love presents a fresh perspective on the play, with a focus on the central figure of...

Diana Bakewell and Zaf Williams, renowned London tour guides, have a knack for solving mysteries. When Kamran Dadashov, Zaf's new boyfriend's father, hires them for a tour, they must bring their...

The Epic of Gilgamesh is a Norton Critical Edition featuring an expanded translation by Benjamin R. Foster, which incorporates new discoveries to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the...

A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams is a powerful drama that explores the complex relationships between two women from different social backgrounds. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly...

The Battle of Gommecourt Two Accounts of British Soldiers on the Western Front During the First World War by Edward G. D. Liveing and J. E. Hodder-Williams This book presents two personal accounts of...

Three primary-source tracts relating to military archery in seventeenth century England are brought together in this volume. These include William Neade's Double-Armed Man, Gervase Markham's Art of...

Raymond Carver's poetry is a testament to his unique storytelling voice. This comprehensive collection brings together his most significant poems, offering a glimpse into the range and power of his...

The Williams family's decision to move into a Victorian home was driven by curiosity about its high vacancy rate. However, their desire for a new home was short-lived, as strange occurrences soon...

Death has a unique smell. I've been in the presence of people who have killed; I've been in rooms where people have been killed. I've seen the unspeakable things human beings are capable of. For me,...

The Stoic Challenge offers a fresh approach to coping with life's stresses. By drawing on centuries-old wisdom, philosopher William B. Irvine provides a practical guide to improving your quality of...

Listen, Little Man! is a personal and introspective work written by Wilhelm Reich in 1946. It reflects his inner turmoil as he observed the effects of his research on himself.The manuscript was...

Behind the lavish facade of a Stuart household lies a complex web of intrigue and passion. This captivating history from bestselling historian Lucy Worsley reveals the untold story of William...

The Titfield Thunderbolt by Philip Goulding is a heartwarming story about a group of villagers who band together to save their branch railway line. When faced with the prospect of losing their...

On a foggy morning, a beautiful web was truly a sight to behold. Even someone who wasn't particularly interested in beauty noticed it when they came to collect the pig's breakfast. A closer look...

Paddington Bear had traveled all the way from Darkest Peru when the Brown family first met him at Paddington station. Since then their lives have never been quite the same. For ordinary things become...

George Mackay Brown's seminal work, An Orkney Tapestry, is a unique exploration of the Orkney Islands through the lens of poetry. Originally commissioned as an introduction to the islands, this 1969...

The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot Get an inside look at the making of the DreamWorks movie adaptation of Peter Brown's bestselling series. This beautifully illustrated book features hundreds of...

The Complete Tassajara Cookbook: A Celebration of Cooking and Spirituality This comprehensive guide to vegetarian cooking features hundreds of recipes from California's renowned Tassajara Zen...

Twelfth Night is a rich and lyrical comedy of mistaken identity, exploring the complexities of love, desire, and deception. When Viola disguises herself as a man to serve the Duke of Illyria, she...

Shakespeare's witty comedy of love and deception explores the complexities of relationships and the power of misperception.In this engaging play, two characters, Benedick and Beatrice, engage in a...

Christian Ethics: A Foundation for Thought and Discussion This introduction to Christian ethics explores fundamental questions in the field through a careful examination of meta-ethical concerns...

A sweeping exploration of Black art, music, and culture in all their glory and complexity, A Little Devil in America weaves together essays that reveal the resilience, heartbreak, and joy within...

A murder on their doorstep sets Detective Superintendent William Lorimer on a case that's too close to home. The body of a young woman has been discovered in Bellahouston park, the second in a matter...

The New Testament in Scots is a unique and scholarly translation of the New Testament, rendered into Scots. The project, undertaken by William Lorimer over the last ten years of his life, resulted in...

As a new leader, you're likely to find that your role is very different from your previous job. William Gentry suggests that it's time to change your approach, from focusing on yourself to focusing...

Cities of the Red Night is a poetic and shocking tale of sex, drugs, disease and adventure, sharply satirizing modern society. The novel weaves together four disparate stories: an opium addict lost...

Oxford Literature Companions: Macbeth provides a lively and engaging analysis of William Shakespeare's play. This guide offers a range of varied and in-depth activities to deepen understanding and...

Tom Simpson was a man of contradictions, a cyclist who inspired awe and affection for his obsessive will to win, yet was also one of the first to admit to using banned drugs and was accused of fixing...

The Elements of Style With Revisions, an Introduction, and a New Chapter on Writing by William Strunk A timeless guide to effective writing, now in its fourth edition. This influential style manual...

A Trace of Sun by Pam Williams is a heart-wrenching tale of family, identity, and the complexities of the immigrant experience. When Raef's mother, Cilla, leaves their home in Grenada to start a new...

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Cognitive Therapy with Children and Young People by Patrick Smith, Sean Perrin, and William Yule provides a practical guide for professionals and trainees working with...

This prophetic tale by Nobel Laureate William Golding presents a churchman's apocalyptic vision, where three types of people are defined: those who run, those who stay, and those who are built in...

Thirteen years after a disastrous expedition to find the Open Polar Sea, William Day is given a chance to redeem himself by tracking down his missing second-in-command, Jesse Stevens. Aboard ship...

Romeo and Juliet, a story of star-crossed lovers, is presented in a beautifully crafted hardcover edition. Written by William Shakespeare, this tragedy explores the intense rivalry between two...

Eight new tales from the world of Occult Detectives, featuring some of the best writers in the field today. These stories showcase courage and wit as their protagonists face the unknown, often armed...

Farmer Brown's farm is in a bit of a pickle. His cows have developed a peculiar habit of typing away on their keyboards. The sound of Click, clack, moo fills the air, and the cows' demands become...

Better Eyesight Without Glasses by William Horatio Bates Discover a natural approach to improving your vision without relying on glasses. Dr. Bates' method is based on simple, easy-to-do exercises to...

A stunning thriller unfolds in Tom Clancy's Op-Center: Sting of the Wasp. After a major terrorist attack, the agency undergoes a radical transformation into a mobile strike force. The mastermind...

Talonsister is a gripping tale of identity and loyalty set in a richly imagined world. Leven, a soldier transformed into a Herald, is haunted by visions of an ancient island and a past she can't...

Elizabeth Williams, a young widow, is determined to build a successful business from the inheritance left by her merchant father. However, her independent nature draws unwanted attention, and she...

DS Alexandra Cupidi's latest case is one she never expected to take on. Resentful teenager in tow, she was forced to leave her job at the London Met and start anew on the Kent coastline.The murder of...

Latin by the Natural Method By William Most This textbook offers an alternative approach to learning Latin, one that mirrors how children learn their native language. By focusing on the art of...

A duck in a truck gets stuck in some yucky brown muck. A sheep in a jeep and a frog in a bush try to help, but the truck stays stuck. Can a goat in a boat get them out of this mess?

Alfred Sisley was a French impressionist landscape painter, founding member of the Impressionist movement. His artistic education was marked by a study of English and business in London before...

Drawing the Head with Chiaroscuro: A Step-by-Step Guide Master art instructor William Maughan presents a comprehensive guide to creating realistic human likenesses using the chiaroscuro technique...

Thomas Paine Kydd, a young man from Guildford, is suddenly forced to leave his life behind when he's seized by the press gang and sent to serve on the 98-gun line-of-battle ship Royal William. As he...

William Hazlitt's essays are a testament to his sharp intellect and passionate convictions. A key figure in the literary world of his time, Hazlitt was known for his combative and insightful writing...

A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare is a captivating play that weaves together aristocrats, workers, and fairies in a magical world. On the surface, it appears simple yet engaging, but...

William Golding's The Inheritors is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the lives of Neanderthals. When spring arrives, their winter cave is left behind as they venture out to forage for food...

The Conquest of Jerusalem and the Third Crusade in Modern English is a collection of key texts describing Saladin's conquest of Jerusalem in 1187 and the third Crusade. This book brings together...

The Battered Body Beneath the Flagstones, and Other Victorian Scandals by Michelle Morgan is a gripping exploration of the darker side of Victorian England. This book delves into high-profile crimes...

A companionable book of daily meditations for men, Touchstones offers friendly words to support those striving for serenity and emotional balance. This collection of quotations and affirmations draws...

The Jacobite Trilogy is a captivating tale of love, adventure, and community, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous civil war. This trilogy, comprising The Flight of the Heron, The Gleam in the...

Shakespeare's Sonnets remain as vital and captivating today as they were when first published four hundred years ago. This collection of verse has captured the imagination of readers and lovers for...

Globe Life in Shakespeare's London by Catharine Arnold explores the fascinating connection between William Shakespeare and the city of London during his lifetime. The book delves into the history of...

Forgotten Fairy Tales of Kindness and Courage is a collection of beautifully retold stories that celebrate the power of being true to oneself. Mary Sebag-Montefiore brings new life to a range of...

Unlock the transformative gifts of the plant world and engage in a relationship with the natural world's medicine. Spiritual Herbalism invites you to explore the magic and medicine of individual...

Color Mixing Recipes by William F. Powell offers a comprehensive collection of over 450 color combinations for oil and acrylic artists. This convenient reference guide features a Color Mixing Grid to...

This cookbook features over 100 recipes from Laura Ingalls Wilder's classic Little House books. It's an ideal gift for fans of the series and anyone interested in learning about life on the prairie...

Japanese Women Don't Get Old Or Fat Delicious Slimming and Anti-ageing Secrets by Naomi Moriyama and William Doyle is a unique approach to weight loss and healthy eating. The authors draw on their...

Twelfth Night Or What You Will by William Shakespeare is presented in this edition with an updated introduction that explores recent scholarship and performance history. Penny Gay's analysis...

A Book of Luminous Things: An International Anthology of Poetry by Czesław Miłosz brings together a diverse range of poets from around the world. This collection features works by over 70 poets,...

Revise Macbeth by William Shakespeare with this comprehensive GCSE 9-1 Snap Revision Text Guide from Collins. Refresh your knowledge of the plot, context, characters, and themes, and get top tips to...

William Shakespeare: The World as a Stage A masterful biography of the Bard, Bill Bryson sets the record straight about the life and works of one of the most enigmatic figures in history. By...

Lumberjanes Vol. 3: A Terrible Plan A quiet day at camp takes a strange turn when Mal and Molly's date is disrupted by a mysterious bear woman. Meanwhile, the girls are trying to earn badges, but...

England is Mine, a novel by Nicolas Padamsee, explores the complexities of identity and belonging in contemporary Britain. Inspired by his hero, Karl Williams, the protagonist David becomes...

The Soft Machine: A Surreal Space-Age Odyssey This groundbreaking novel marks the beginning of William S. Burroughs' influential Cut-Up Trilogy, which also includes Nova Express and The Ticket That...

Bristol in 1480: A Medieval Merchant City A detailed map of Bristol in 1480, set against a background of an early 20th-century Ordnance Survey, brings to life the city as it was during the late...

Deadland by William Shaw is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a severed limb is discovered hidden inside a modern sculpture in Margate's Turner...

Discover the incredible true stories of child activists who have stood up for their rights around the world. From well-known heroes to lesser-known activists, this book celebrates 30 years since the...

Darkness Visible by William Golding introduces us to a world of profound psychological insight and philosophical exploration. Born in fire, Matty is a mysterious orphan born during London's Blitz,...

The Royal Navy's transformation over the past 70 years is a story of significant change and adaptation. From its status as a superpower navy to its current form, maritime history author Paul Brown...

Twelve-year-old Sophie Williams, a beloved surf idol, vanishes during a Girl Scout summer camp, leaving behind a community in shock. Three months later, her body is discovered, and the investigation...

Patti Smith's Just Kids is a vibrant and intimate memoir of her early days as an artist and her enduring friendship with Robert Mapplethorpe. Richly illustrated with new material and photographs,...

Restore Your Sexual Health and Vitality with Chi Kung Age need not be a barrier to a fulfilling sex life. Taoist Master Mantak Chia and William U. Wei offer a practical guide to maintaining sexual...

The Levellers and the English Revolution by Henry Noel Brailsford provides a comprehensive history of the Leveller movement, a significant aspect of the English Revolution. This book offers a...

Geophysics is the physics of the Earth, encompassing areas such as seismology, volcanism, and the study of the Earth's magnetic field. This book provides an introduction to the internal and external...

The Truth of This Life: Zen Teachings on Loving the World as It IsThis slim volume brings together the essential teachings of Katherine Thanas, a well-loved and revered woman Zen teacher. Her...

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,...

Richard Wagner's "Religion and Art" is a passionate essay that explores the intersection of spirituality and creativity. In this work, Wagner argues that when religion becomes artificial, art takes...

Gin Glorious Gin: How Mother's Ruin Became the Spirit of London by Olivia Williams is a vibrant cultural history that explores the enduring legacy of gin in London. From its origins as a popular...

The Taming of the Shrew Third Series by William Shakespeare is a unique and enduring work that continues to spark debate among scholars and theatre enthusiasts alike. This edition sets out to...

Death is My BFF by Katarina E. Tonks follows Faith Williams as she navigates a mysterious past and an uncertain future. On the eve of her 18th birthday, Death appears to her again, sparking a...

The Airsoft Bible Book of Tactics by William S. Frisbee is a comprehensive guide to tactics and methodology in simulated combat. It covers various infantry doctrines from different eras, including US...

William Shakespeare's life and works are often shrouded in mystery. This book offers a fresh perspective on the playwright's domestic and professional life, revealing the stories behind his most...

When a huge fight ended their lifelong friendship in middle school, Queen bee Honey Williams and burnout Sadie Greer went down wildly different paths. Now, two years later, they're reunited with an...

Derren Brown's 'Happy' explores the changing concepts of happiness, from ancient wisdom to modern self-help. He examines how many self-help strategies can be disastrous and even cause anxiety, and...

A celebration of dads everywhere, in rhyming verse, is this charming new book from Alison Brown. It's a joyful tribute to the love and care that dads give us every day. With adorable animal...