1548 results for 'Canterbury, William'

The Tempest The Graphic Novel by William Shakespeare and John McDonald is an unabridged adaptation of the play in full colour. This stunning graphic novel brings to life one of Shakespeare's most...

William Jardine and James Matheson were the driving forces behind the establishment of Jardine, Matheson & Company, the largest British trading company in East Asia during the 19th century. Their...

The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom tells the story of a young boy sent to America with only an old guitar and six precious strings. As he travels through the musical landscape of the...

A Different Drummer by William Melvin Kelley is a powerful exploration of racial tension and collective action in the American South. In 1962, a young black farmer named Tucker Caliban made a...

The Portable Beat Reader brings together the most significant writing of the Beat Generation, a movement that swept through American literature in the late 1940s and 1950s. This collection features...

Macbeth, a haunting tale of ambition and terror, is presented in a beautifully bound edition of the Macmillan Collector's Library. Illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, this edition also...

Richard II, a history play by William Shakespeare, dramatizes the rebellion of Henry Bolingbroke, who eventually becomes King of England. This Penguin Shakespeare edition is edited by Stanley Wells...

Life in the Big Woods is a story about the Ingalls family and their home in the forest. The family lives in a little house with Ma, Pa, Mary, Laura, and baby Carrie inside, while the wild animals,...

A Taste of the Liverpool Way: A Recipe for Success by Mona Nemmer, Dave Cottrell, Liverpool Football Club, William Hughes, and Chris Brereton is a unique insight into the key factors behind Liverpool...

The Cambridge Companion to Civil Disobedience by William E. Scheuerman The theory and practice of civil disobedience have taken on renewed importance in recent times, as individuals and groups seek...

Play-Making: How to Write Plays is a comprehensive guide for aspiring playwrights, offering essential techniques for crafting a quality stage play. William Archer presents traditional play...

Dimple Pennington's life has shrunk to the size of a phone screen. As an aspiring lifestyle influencer, she's struggling to find her place in the world. But when her half-siblings - Nikisha, Danny,...

Shakespeare Beyond Doubt? Exposing an Industry in Denial challenges the widely-held assumption that William Shakespeare wrote the famous plays and poems. A dozen scholars present a compelling case...

William James' philosophical and psychological examination of the nature of religion in human civilization is presented in "The Varieties of Religious Experience". Based on his Gifford Lectures given...

The Problem with Perfect by Philip William Stover is a heartwarming and humorous romance that explores the complexities of identity and beauty. When Ethan Wells discovers his brother-in-law, Chase...

A joyous collection of stories about Eid, written by 15 Muslim voices. Edited by New York Times bestselling authors Aisha Saeed and William C. Morris Award finalist S.K. Ali, Once Upon an Eid...

Mr Mulliner's tales are full of laughter and excitement as he regales his friends at the Angler's Rest with stories of his endless supply of brothers, nephews, and cousins. From George, who finds...

Tennis Trivia Quiz Book 500 Questions on the Kings and Queens of the Court by Chris Bradshaw. Test your knowledge of tennis with this extensive collection of quizzes, covering all aspects of the game...

Mary Shelley's life was marked by turmoil and artistic passion. Born to philosopher William Godwin and Mary Wollstonecraft, she grew up in a household that valued intellectual pursuits. Her mother's...

This Norton Critical Edition of As I Lay Dying presents a comprehensive exploration of William Faulkner's masterpiece. The edition is based on the 1985 corrected text and features newly updated...

The Velveteen Rabbit: A story of Love and Transformation This beautifully designed hardcover edition of The Velveteen Rabbit brings to life the beloved story of a stuffed animal made real by the love...

The Scottish Enlightenment: The Scots' Invention of the Modern World by Arthur Herman Scotland's turbulent past may seem unlikely to have shaped the course of modern history, but this remarkable...

A vivid and unforgettable account of Germany's final days, End of a Berlin Diary chronicles William L. Shirer's eyewitness observations of the collapse of Nazi Germany. In 1944, as the war drew to a...

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...

Edward de Vere and the Shakespeare Printers by Robert Sean Brazil This book explores the connection between Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, and the works of William Shakespeare. De Vere was...

Gin Palace Girl by Gracie Hart is a story about a young woman who finds herself at a crossroads in her life. Orphaned as a child, Mary is taken in by her mother's friend and raised as her own, but...

Playful Mathematics For Children 3 To 7 by Helen J. Williams Recognise the mathematics in your child's play and unlock a world of learning. This book empowers early years teachers to see the learning...

John Bellamy Foster's Marx's Ecology challenges conventional interpretations of Marx and offers a more rational approach to the current environmental crisis. By examining Marx's neglected writings on...

Shakespeare on Toast Getting a Taste for the Bard is a fresh take on the life and works of William Shakespeare. Actor, producer and director Ben Crystal revisits his acclaimed book to celebrate the...

Christina Rossetti was born into an Italian family in England, and as the youngest of four siblings, she grew up with a passion that would eventually define her life's work. Despite being known for...

C.S. Lewis was commemorated in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, 50 years after his death, marking a significant milestone in his legacy. This anthology brings together addresses from the...

Astro City Metrobook Volume 3 brings together a sweeping epic from the city's history, spanning the 1970s and 80s. Charles and Royal Williams' lives are forever changed by their encounters with Astro...

Adelaide is a heartbreakingly relatable debut novel about young love. Genevieve Wheeler's achingly beautiful portrayal of love and loss will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the pain of...

Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection by John T. Cacioppo and William Patrick is a groundbreaking exploration of the human condition. Pioneering research by social...

Fatal Proof by John Fairfax is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark world of crime and deception. When Karmen Naylor, an estranged daughter of a south London crime boss, is accused of...

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...

The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. This timeless manual on the principles of English language has been a trusted guide for writers and readers alike for nearly a century. First published in...

Deserts cover one third of the earth's land surface, yet they remain a mysterious and captivating environment. In "The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey", William Atkins embarks on a three-year...

Jenson Button's autobiography offers an intimate look at his remarkable 17-year career in Formula 1. Born into a racing family, Button recounts his journey from a young driver to a World Champion,...

The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in a changing United States. Their fortune was built by William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man who founded the...

Musonius Rufus Lectures & Sayings by Caius Musonius Rufus This collection of lectures and sayings offers a unique insight into the practice of Stoicism, a philosophy that Musonius Rufus lived and...

The History of Medicine: A Very Short Introduction by William F. Bynum This book provides a comprehensive survey of the history of medicine, from ancient times to the present day. Bynum explores the...

Equus is a thought-provoking exploration of the limits of faith and the intersection of the sacred and profane. The story revolves around a young man, Alan Strang, who blinds six horses with a metal...

Daughters of the Dragon: A Comfort Woman's Story by William Andrews When Anna Carlson travels to Korea in search of her birth mother, she is met with devastating news: her mother is already dead...

Study and Revise for AS/a-Level: a Streetcar Named Desire is a comprehensive course companion designed to help students achieve their best grade in AS/A-level English Literature. Written by...

Potty Training Seats: The Parenting Guide for Choosing the Best Suitable Potty Seat for Kids Choosing the right potty seat can be a daunting task for parents, but with the right guidance, it's easier...

The Pre-Raphaelites was founded in 1848 as a secret society that sought to revolutionize art by rejecting classical ideals and embracing a more spiritual and naturalistic approach. Led by William...

This collection of animal tales brings together some of the most beloved stories about cats and dogs from children's literature. Jacqueline Wilson has curated a selection of treasured classics,...

Abraham Lincoln's path to the presidency was marked by a unique blend of circumstances and character. In this highly original work, acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin explores how Lincoln's...

The Tunnels of Wallingford: Fact or Fiction Wallingford, a town in Oxfordshire, England, boasts a rich history dating back over 1,000 years. The town's past is marked by the presence of the Castle...

Calcutta, 1837. The East India Company's grip on India is tenuous at best, and its most notorious son, Xavier Mountstuart, has vanished into thin air. Junior officer William Avery is sent to find...

The history of land ownership has been shaped by a profound idea: individual, exclusive ownership of the earth. This notion, which emerged in the modern era, had a profound impact on traditional...

Dr. William Glasser offers a new psychology that could help us overcome our inability to get along with one another, a source of much unhappiness. He argues that traditional external control...

Aubrey's Brief Lives Omnibus Edition by John Aubrey This comprehensive collection brings together the complete contents of all three Langley Press Brief Lives books, offering a unique insight into...

The Burrell Collection Renaissance of a Global Museum In 1944, Sir William Burrell and his wife Constance left their remarkable collection of over 6,000 objects to the City of Glasgow, ensuring its...

Alice in Chains: The Untold Story The story of Alice in Chains is one of hard work, self-destruction, and resilience. From their early days as a grunge band on the Seattle music scene to their rise...

Oasis's 1998 visit to New Zealand marked a pivotal moment in the band's history, with their third album Be Here Now cementing their commercial peak. This book tells the story of that tour, drawing on...

Logan's Run: Last Day is a gripping dystopian tale set in a future where life is measured in years, not decades. At 21, Logan-6's existence is all but over, but he's given one final mission: to...

Ada Goth is the only child of Lord Goth, who lives with her in the enormous Ghastly-Gorm Hall. To ensure she can be heard, Lord Goth has her wear large clumpy boots, making it hard for her to make...

The Oxford English Dictionary was a monumental undertaking that took seventy years to complete, drawing from the collective knowledge of tens of thousands of brilliant minds. At its core lies a...

Alec A Novel by William di Canzio is a reimagining of a secret love affair, first explored in E. M. Forster's classic novel Maurice. The story follows Alec Scudder, the gamekeeper who captures the...

David Douglas: The Natural History of the Northwest This biography and natural history book tells the story of David Douglas, a 19th-century Scottish naturalist and botanical explorer. From his...

William Faulkner's 1929 novel, The Sound and the Fury, is widely regarded as one of the most important English-language novels of the twentieth century. This revised and expanded Norton Critical...

Jolly's campers are guaranteed to have a holiday to remember, but that's not always easy to achieve. A range of colourful characters pour through Jolly's gates, each with their own story to tell. For...

The East Highland Way XT40 map provides an essential guide for walkers tackling this new 82-mile long distance route between Fort William and Aviemore. Pioneered by Kevin Langan, the trail forms a...

Harry Winston: The Definitive Biography of an American Icon By Ronald Winston and William Stadiem Skyhorse, 2023 Born into humble beginnings, Harry Weinstein transformed himself into one of the...

Discover 100 graded walks in one of the UK's most spectacular regions: Ben Nevis and Glen Coe. This comprehensive guidebook features routes for all abilities, from low-level strolls to high-level...

Eat to Your Heart's Content is a collection of recipes designed to help maintain heart health, created by award-winning chef Sat Bains after his own experience with a heart attack. Following an...

Daphne Phelps inherited a beautiful house in Sicily in 1947, a golden stone Casa Cuseni that would become her home and a hub for a fascinating community. With little Italian and limited funds, she...

Heavy rain causes a landslide, but the real mystery begins when a body is found in the rubble. Detective William Wisting is quick to join the rescue operation, and by sunrise the next day, it becomes...

Adam Worth, the Real Moriarty: A Life of Crime and Deception The remarkable true story of Adam Worth, the master thief who inspired Conan Doyle's Moriarty, is a tale of cunning and deception. From...

The Victorians: Britain Through the Paintings of the Age Discover the vibrant world of Victorian Britain through the eyes of its artists. From the grandeur of Gothic architecture to the birth of the...

Set in 1796, Scarlet Town is a gripping mystery that follows Laurence Jago as he returns to his home town of Helston, Cornwall, after a tumultuous escape from America. There, he finds himself...

The Powerhouse: An Unprecedented Look at Hollywood's Creative Artists Agency In 1975, five ambitious individuals left William Morris to form a talent agency that would revolutionize the entertainment...

Othello Texts and Contexts by William Shakespeare is a comprehensive edition of the play, featuring the Bevington edition accompanied by six sets of thematically arranged primary documents and...

The West Highland Way is a 96-mile hiking route that takes you through some of Britain's most spectacular scenery. From the outskirts of Glasgow to the centre of Fort William, this guidebook will...

15 years ago, a man named Simon Meier vanished from his home, leaving behind only a trail of unanswered questions. Now, a shocking discovery has been made in a remote Norwegian cabin, which may be...

Del Williams is a man to be reckoned with in the world of Soho's underworld. With a monopoly on the drugs, clubs, and girls, he's a force to be feared. But one person has managed to breach his...

Introducing The Harp and Laurel Wreath, a comprehensive collection of poetry for every age level, from grades one to twelve. Laura Berquist, a teacher and writer, has carefully curated this selection...

Westmoreland's War Reassessing American Strategy in Vietnam by Gregory Daddis A fresh perspective on one of America's most divisive wars, this book challenges conventional wisdom on the Vietnam War...

The Inner Darkness by Jørn Lier Horst is a chilling Nordic Noir thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. After four years behind bars, notorious serial killer Thomas Kerr is finally...

A concise history of modern painting offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of this medium. Simon Morley's study places the foundation of modern art at the emergence of Romanticism and the...

The Rattle Bag is a unique anthology of poetry, carefully curated by two of the leading poets of contemporary literature. Seamus Heaney and Ted Hughes have selected their personal favorites, listing...

The Western Highlands of Scotland offers a unique opportunity to explore the intricate relationship between rocks and scenery in one of Europe's most fascinating geological regions. Spanning over...

A Dictionary of British History by John Ashton Cannon and John Cannon provides authoritative entries on the people and events that have shaped Britain's history since 55 BC. With over 3,800 entries...

The West Highland Way, one of Scotland's Great Trails, is a 96-mile trek through sublime scenery, from the outskirts of Glasgow to Fort William. This two-way guidebook covers both the northbound and...

Adam, the Historical Figure: A Biblical and Scientific Exploration William Lane Craig sets out to answer the question of whether Adam, as described in the Bible, was a real historical person. He...

Michael Ovitz: The Rise and Fall (and Rise) of the Most Powerful Man in Hollywood Michael Ovitz's story is one of unrelenting ambition and unapologetic success. As co-founder of Creative Artists...

Battle Action volume 2 is a gripping collection of twelve new stories that continue the hit graphic novel series. Written by an all-star team of Garth Ennis, John Wagner, Rob Williams, Dan Abnett,...

William Robinson's groundbreaking book, The Wild Garden, challenged the conventional approach to gardening in the late 19th century. Published in 1870, the book advocated for a naturalistic approach,...

The Road to Immortality by Geraldine Cummins In this thought-provoking book, the renowned psychic researcher Frederic William Henry Myers shares his extraordinary experiences of the afterlife,...

Wales, 1093. The warm, comfortable family life of young Nesta is destroyed when her father is killed and she is taken hostage. Her honour is further tarnished when she is taken as an unwilling...

When tragedy strikes, we are often thrown into a state of transition, forced to confront the unknown and navigate uncharted territory. For William Bridges, this was a personal experience he had...

Explore the origins of vampire fiction through fifteen chilling tales of bloodsucking mayhem. This anthology delves into the darker corners of Gothic horror, traditional folklore, satire, and...

A More Christlike God: A More Beautiful Gospel by Bradley Jersak What if God's true nature is one of selfless love, radically forgiving and co-suffering? This book challenges the toxic images of God...

The Best Way to Rob a Bank is to Own One: How Corporate Executives and Politicians Looted the S&L Industry This expert insider's account reveals how corrupt CEOs and CFOs defraud companies for...

The Hasheesh Eater: Passages from the Life of a Pythagorean by Fitz Hugh Ludlow A groundbreaking and deeply personal account of the author's experiences with hashish, this book is a masterpiece of...

Brittany Williams shares 125 recipes that make it easier to enjoy delicious, healthy meals every day. Her approach is simple: just eat real food. With busy lives and families to feed, Brittany...

Blind Owl Blues: The Mysterious Life and Death of Blues Legend Alan Wilson Alan Wilson, the enigmatic figure known as "Blind Owl", was a musical genius and co-founder of the influential blues-rock...