2807 results for 'Handy, Charles B.'

On the eve of battle, passions run high. In the summer of 1815, Brussels is a whirlwind of parties and soirees, with the Duke of Wellington and his noble aides de camp at its centre. Here, amidst the...

The X-Men: Mutant Empire Omnibus brings together the iconic trilogy in a single volume. In this gripping tale, mutants with extraordinary powers are hunted by powerful robots designed to eliminate...

Troilus and Cressida is a historical and tragic play that explores themes of love, betrayal, hierarchy, honor, morality, and disillusionment. Set against the backdrop of the Trojan War, the story...

Eugénie Grandet is set against the backdrop of provincial France in the aftermath of the French Revolution. When Charles, Eugénie's cousin and a penniless orphan, arrives at her family home, he...

Darwin is a comprehensive exploration of Charles Darwin's significance for philosophy. Tim Lewens presents a clear and accessible overview of Darwin's life and work, followed by in-depth discussions...

The Truth About Employee Engagement: A Fable About Addressing the Three Root Causes of Job Misery by Patrick M. Lencioni. Job misery is a common experience for many workers, even those who have...

Help your child catch up with these 10-minute tests on Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling. This Foundation book is packed with quick-fire questions at the perfect level for year 6 pupils working towards...

The Bond 11+ Assessment Papers Book 10-11+ Bundle is a comprehensive study pack for students preparing for the 11+ exam. This handy pack covers the four core subjects: Maths, English, Verbal...

Secret Shepperton: England's Hollywood explores the fascinating history of a small town on the River Thames, where the River Thames has played a significant role in shaping its past.The town's...

Hardcover, 356 pages, published 1st June 2020, Echo Point Books & Media, LLC. Reverend Robert Taylor's sermons on the foundations of Christianity challenge the rigid dogma of his time, leading to his...

The Day of the Jackal 40th Anniversary Edition by Frederick Forsyth In 1963, a ruthless assassin known only as The Jackal was hired to kill the French president, General Charles de Gaulle. With the...

The Restless Republic: Britain Without a Crown by Anna Keay is a gripping narrative that explores the pivotal decade following the execution of King Charles I in 1649. This was a time of great...

A history of the castles, mansions and manors of Western Sussex is a detailed exploration of the region's rich architectural heritage. Assisted by Charles John Robinson, this work provides an...

Charles Chaplin's My Autobiography offers an intimate and candid account of the life of one of cinema's greatest legends. Born into a theatrical family, Chaplin recounts his journey from childhood...

Bleak House is a complex and thought-provoking novel that challenges readers to make connections between different characters and experiences. Charles Dickens's masterful storytelling weaves together...

The Triumph of the Sun by Wilbur Smith is set against the backdrop of the brutal Egyptian government's oppression in Sudan. As the city of Khartoum comes under siege from the Mahdi's fearsome forces,...

A comprehensive guide to the French language, covering everyday vocabulary and grammar in one handy volume. This fully updated dictionary and grammar guide is ideal for intermediate learners, with...

A Companion to the Book of Enoch: A Reader's Commentary, Vol I: The Book of the Watchers (1 Enoch 1-36) provides a clear and insightful understanding of the Book of the Watchers, a significant text...

Shirley Jackson's gothic tale of a peculiar girl and her family's dark secret is a haunting exploration of isolation and the complexities of human relationships. Merricat Blackwood lives with her...

Explore the rich history and cultural significance of London's most iconic pubs in this pocket-sized edition. Featuring 25 historically and architecturally significant pubs, this book takes readers...

The Duchess: The Love Affair That Rocked the Crown A gripping story of human frailty, love, loss, sadness, and tragedy, the relationship between King Charles III and Camilla, Queen Consort, is one of...

Discover the shocking truth about Bigfoot encounters in this special edition box set of Tom Lyons' popular series. This collection of books, including Living Among Bigfoot: Crucial Concealment,...

Memorias de ultratumba is a deeply personal and universal work, in which the author, François-René de Chateaubriand, explores the intersection of his domestic life and his public existence as a...

The Guest Book by C. L. Pattison is a gripping thriller about a honeymoon that takes a dark and unexpected turn. When Charles and Grace's train terminates early, they are forced to take shelter in a...

George Orwell's Selected Essays is a collection of nineteen essays that showcase the author's unique blend of steely honesty and direct prose. A prolific journalist and essayist, Orwell wrote...

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,...

Dianne Lake's memoir offers a poignant and disturbing account of her life with Charles Manson and his 'family'. At 14, she became one of "Charlie's girls", a devoted acolyte of the cult leader. Over...

Revisit Charles Schulz's final decade of work and discover a new side of Peanuts. This collection showcases the cartoonist at his most expressive, with a sense of humor that is both unencumbered by...

The Trouble with Women by Jacky Fleming is a witty and insightful book that challenges our understanding of women's history. Through cartoons and clever observations, Fleming reveals some of the most...

The Hundred Years War: Trial by battle by Jonathan Sumption This is the first volume in a series that explores one of the most significant conflicts in European history. Beginning with the funeral of...

Cavendon Hall is home to two families who have lived side-by-side for centuries. Charles Ingham, the sixth Earl of Mowbray, and his family reside in the imposing Yorkshire manor, while Walter Swann,...

Queen Camilla: A Royal Comedy of Errors In this hilarious sequel to The Queen and I, Sue Townsend takes aim at the British monarchy with her trademark wit and satire. When the UK becomes republican...

Theories of the Chakras: Bridge to Higher Consciousness by Hiroshi Motoyama presents groundbreaking research that integrates scientific and spiritual perspectives. This book documents pioneering...

The Secret Rooms: A Castle Filled with Intrigue and Deceit In 1940, John, the 9th Duke of Rutland, died under mysterious circumstances at Belvoir Castle. His son, Charles, ordered the rooms where he...

A vivid and insightful account of Charles Dickens's travels through Italy in 1844, Pictures from Italy presents a unique blend of travelogue and social commentary. With his characteristic wit and...

Prayer: The Ultimate Conversation explores the power of communication with God. Based on a lifetime of walking with the Father and 55 years of ministry founded on prayer, Dr Charles Stanley shares...

Aryans: The Search for a People, a Place and a Myth by Charles Allen and David Loyn The search for identity is a fundamental human quest. In Aryans, two historians explore the origins of the term...

A Brief History of the Hundred Years War by Desmond Seward Desmond Seward's account of the Hundred Year War explores the complex and often bloody conflict between England and France, tracing the...

Superstar writer Jonathan Hickman (INFINITY, NEW AVENGERS, FANTASTIC FOUR) brings a bold new direction to the X-Men in this groundbreaking collection. HOUSE OF X and POWERS OF X weave together two...

Raising Mentally Strong Kids: A Groundbreaking Approach to Parenting Parenting is a challenging task, and many parents feel like they're struggling to bring up mentally healthy kids who can thrive...

The Other Wind, the sixth book in Ursula K. Le Guin's beloved Earthsea series, is now available in a beautiful hardback edition. This final installment completes the collection, alongside A Wizard of...

Julian Jackson's biography of Charles de Gaulle is a masterful portrait of a complex and fascinating figure. Drawing on previously unpublished sources, including letters, memoirs, and papers from the...

The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen In this influential work, Thorstein Veblen uses Charles Darwin's theory of evolution to examine the modern industrial system. He argues that while...

Brideshead Revisited, the masterpiece that cemented Evelyn Waugh's reputation as a literary giant, is now celebrated in its 75th anniversary edition. This beautifully crafted novel delves into the...

Published in 1635, Pyrotechnia is a treatise on making fireworks, written by John Babington, an inferior gunner in the military service of Charles I. The book is dedicated to the Earl of Newport,...

Discover a new approach to sustainable agriculture with Living with the Earth, Volume 1 Permaculture, Ecoculture. Charles Hervé-Gruyer and Perrine Herve-Gruyer share their experience of creating an...

The King's Hats is a joyful picture book celebrating the Coronation and beyond. King Charles the III is finding his new crown a little heavy to manage, but his friend Tom the gardener shows him that...

A Christmas Carol (Heritage Collection) by Charles Dickens is a masterfully crafted novella that has become an integral part of English festive fiction. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its...

The Oxford Book of Victorian Ghost Stories by Michael Cox and R. A. Gilbert is a collection of ghost stories that capture the essence of the Victorian era's fascination with death and the...

On 4 May, two days before the coronation of King Charles III, Bond is sent on a mission to thwart a plot to disrupt the event. He must stop the wealthy and eccentric Aethelstan of Wessex, who has a...

Cold Mountain, Charles Frazier's debut novel, has stood the test of time since its publication in 1997. This enthralling tale of love and peril at the end of the Civil War was an instant...

A new translation of Roberto Calasso's thought-provoking work on violence and revolution, set against the backdrop of mythology and art. This book explores two main subjects: Charles-Maurice de...

Queen Elizabeth II's remarkable life and legacy are explored in this comprehensive biography. For seventy years, she ruled over an institution and a family, providing a steady presence and...

Eero Saarinen was a pioneering architect and designer who transformed modern spaces with his innovative designs. His work, characterized by dynamic forms and a modernist sensibility, can be seen in...

Charles Holden's designs for the London Underground from 1924 to 1961 represent a high point of transport architecture and Modernist design in Britain. His collaboration with Frank Pick resulted in a...

A masterful narrative of the Middle Ages, when religion became a powerful tool for rulers across the world. In this comprehensive history, Susan Wise Bauer explores how the rise of Christianity and...

Charles Hawthorne's guidance on painting has been distilled from his 31 years of teaching at the Cape Cod School of Art. This collection of notes captures the essence of his instruction, conveying...

The Power of Decision: A Step-by-Step Program to Overcome Indecision and Live Without Failure Forever by Raymond Charles Barker. Making better decisions is key to living a better life. But how can we...

ABBA - Thank You for the Music by Charles Ginger is an in-depth look at the history of one of the most iconic pop acts the world has ever seen. From their early days as budding artists to winning...

Probing Arts and Emergent Forms of Life by Michael M. J. Fischer challenges traditional approaches to anthropology and art, instead focusing on the materialities and technologies that shape our world...

Charles Dickens's first book, published under his pen-name 'Boz', Sketches by Boz (1836) offers a unique glimpse into the London he knew intimately. This collection of observation, fancy and fiction...

Cinderella, or The Little Glass Slipper by Charles Perrault is a beautifully illustrated retelling of the story. In this unique spin, Camille Rose Garcia brings her distinctive visual aesthetic to...

The Morning of the Magician explores the hidden history of humanity and our perceptions of reality, delving into the realms of the paranormal and the occult. This groundbreaking study, first...

Charles Duhigg explores the art of effective communication in "Supercommunicators", revealing how we can all learn to identify and leverage the hidden layers beneath every conversation. By...

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...

Get ready for a festive treat with this 24-book advent calendar, perfect for bedtime reading and cosy story times. Behind each window, discover a beautifully illustrated storybook to fire up your...

Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theory of evolution, On the Origin of Species, has had a profound impact on our understanding of the natural world. Yet, despite its widespread acceptance as...

The Blitz Detective: A Wartime Murder Mystery The sun shines brightly on a London day, but the tranquility is short-lived as the air-raid sirens pierce the air, signaling the start of the Blitz...

Countertransference and the Therapist's Inner Experience Perils and Possibilities by Charles J. Gelso and Jeffrey Alan Hayes explores the inner world of psychotherapists and its impact on their...

The Churches of Kent offers a fascinating glimpse into the county's rich religious heritage. From the oldest church in England to tiny manorial churches hidden away in sequestered churchyards, this...

The Fall of English France 1449-53 by David Nicolle This book provides a fresh perspective on the Hundred Years War, focusing on the final campaign that brought it to a close. It explores how King...

A unique collection of poetry has been compiled by Anthony Holden and his son Ben Holden. This anthology brings together 100 poems that have moved grown men to tears, including works by renowned...

Yoruba Proverbs Handbook provides over 2,500 Yoruba Proverbs with concise English translations, presented in an easy-to-read style. The proverbs are listed alphabetically, making it simple to search...

Help your students master Spanish vocabulary with this handy learning tool. Containing key words arranged by topic, it ensures they always have the vocabulary needed for learning and revision.This...

Discover the fascinating story of evolution and how animals have adapted to survive over millions of years. This beautifully illustrated children's book explores the changing animal anatomy...

The Pursuit of Mary Bennet is a fresh take on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, offering a unique perspective on love, marriage, and society in 19th-century England. Mary Bennet, the...

Charles Taylor's Cosmic Connections is a major new work that explores the Romantic poetics central to his theory of language. Building on his 2016 book The Language Animal, Taylor delves deeper into...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a heart-wrenching tale of a man's transformation. Ebenezer Scrooge's life is marked by selfishness and loneliness, but on a single terrifying night, he is...

Dan Simmons' Drood is a gripping novel that delves into the darker side of literary history. In 1865, Charles Dickens narrowly escapes death in the Staplehurst Rail Disaster, an event that sets him...

The Essential Guide to Writing a Novel is a practical manual for fiction writers. It presents a set of tools and techniques to help craft your novel, from story development and scene construction to...

Alfred Russel Wallace was a naturalist whose life and work had a profound impact on our understanding of the world. This biography tells the story of his remarkable journey, from humble beginnings to...

Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens is a heart-wrenching tale of a young boy's struggle for survival in 19th-century London. After being forced to leave his workhouse home, Oliver finds himself on the...

The Great Eastern Railway: A History from 1862 to 1924 By Charles Phillips, published by Pen & Sword Books Limited in 2024. This volume tells the story of the Great Eastern Railway's development and...

Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson is a heart-wrenching historical fiction novel inspired by the true story of Mary Lumpkin. Born into slavery on the Bell Plantation in Charles City, Virginia, Pheby...

A collection of essays and memoir from Hilary Mantel, twice Booker Prize winner, offers a unique insight into her writing and subjects over three decades. From reviews to pieces of memoir, this...

Charles Spence reveals how our senses shape our thoughts and feelings, and how by 'hacking' them we can improve our wellbeing. From the impact of furniture design on our mood to the power of colour...

London Labour and the London Poor: A Cyclopædia of the Condition and Earnings of Those That Will Work, Those That Cannot Work, and Those That Will Not. This groundbreaking survey of London's street...

Charles Foster's quest to understand what it means to be a beast is both fascinating and unique. He embarked on an experiment, immersing himself in the lives of various creatures, from badgers to...

Anastasia's life is turned upside down when her mother dies and she is forced to move in with 'the Aunt', a mysterious outcast from the village who lives in a dilapidated mansion. As Anastasia tries...

This second volume of essays and articles from Charles Berner's archive explores enlightenment and the Enlightenment Intensive over nearly four decades. Spanning from 1969 to 2005, these writings...

Gun Honey (Graphic Novel) by Charles Ardai is a gritty and intense thriller that brings together elements of pulp noir and crime fiction. Joanna Tan, a skilled weapons smuggler, finds herself in a...

The Dobro Case Chord Book is a comprehensive reference guide for players of the Dobro instrument. Covering all types of chords, this book provides an introduction to chord recipes and theory, as well...

The Knots Handbook: Over 45 Easy-To-Learn, Practical KnotsLearn the essential life skill that will make everyday tasks easier. This practical book covers a range of knots, from sailing and camping to...

Crystal-clear revision notes and essential practice make this topic guide the perfect companion for students studying Germany, 1890-1945. Packed with activities, sources, and exam-style questions, it...

Introduce the world of Japanese with this engaging children's book from Lonely Planet Kids. Featuring 100 essential words to use while traveling, the book is filled with bold illustrations and simple...

A new write-in book for kids to craft their best short story in 500 words. With colourful illustrations throughout, it features prompts and ideas from bestselling children's author Christopher Edge...

Train your dog with confidence and ease using this practical guide. Packed with essential information, it covers the basics of house training, as well as more advanced topics such as retrieval, bark...

A comprehensive guide to wheel-thrown pottery, A Potter's Workbook provides a unique approach to understanding the principles of good form and good forming. Clary Illian's textbook offers a range of...

The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York In the early 20th century, a perfect crime seemed within reach in New York. With corruption rampant and science...

The British monarchy is one of the oldest in the world, with a history spanning over 1,200 years. This comprehensive history of English and British monarchs explores the lives of every individual to...