1567 results for 'Rouville, Alexander De'

Gerard de Nerval's Selected Writings offers a comprehensive overview of the French writer's innovative and influential body of work. This collection brings together a range of Nerval's poetry, prose,...

Raphael de Valentin, a young aristocrat, has lost all his money in the gaming parlours of Paris. Desperate, he contemplates ending his life by throwing himself into the Seine. His fate is altered by...

When Emma falls for Connor Drake, she knows it's not supposed to happen. But as she's drawn to his poetry and the gentle soul behind it, she can't help but feel a connection. Yet, she can't shake the...

Brother Cadfael's Penance is a gripping mystery novel by Ellis Peters, set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 12th-century English Civil War. When Olivier de Bretagne, the son of a monk, is taken...

Spinoza: A Very Short Introduction by Roger Scruton This concise introduction to the life and thought of Benedict de Spinoza provides a clear and systematic analysis of his philosophical ideas...

Alcohol can be a destructive force in our lives. For Andy Smith, it was ruining his relationships, health and sanity. Despite trying various approaches such as AA, willpower, counselling and...

The Good People by Hannah Kent is a gripping novel based on true events. In 1825, Nóra's life is turned upside down after her husband's sudden death, leaving her to care for her young grandson...

Audie Murphy's memoir of his experiences in World War II is a powerful portrayal of the American GI's at war. Despite initial rejections, Murphy found a place in the infantry and went on to fight in...

Lionel Johnson's poetry remains a mystery, shrouded in the haze of his own troubled life. His reclusive nature has all but erased him from history, leaving behind only whispers of his existence. This...

Discover a deeper understanding of Jesus' love and guidance with Consoling the Heart of Jesus, a do-it-yourself retreat that combines the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius with the teachings of Sts...

A detailed guide to maintaining and restoring BSA Three Wheelers is now available. This book, first published in 2018, provides comprehensive information on the air-cooled OHV twin Cylinder Standard,...

Slough House, the crumbling office building to which failed spies are banished, has been erased from secret service records. Reeling from recent losses in their ranks, the slow horses are worried...

Jan Ullrich: The Best There Never Was Jan Ullrich's 1997 Tour de France victory sent shockwaves through the cycling world, earning him the nickname "The New Giant." He went on to become Germany's...

Discover the hidden gems of Northern England's forgotten byways and traffic-free paths on two wheels. Jack Thurston's latest guide takes you on a freewheeling tour of Yorkshire, Cumbria, Durham,...

A Wall Street Journal "Best Mystery of 2022" A September 2022 online marketplace Best of the Month Pick, The Enigma of Room 622 is a meticulously crafted whodunit from Joël Dicker. A burnt-out...

Have You Eaten Grandma? is a hilarious and comprehensive guide to 21st century language, tackling the most pressing issues in punctuation, spelling, and good English. Gyles Brandreth, a renowned...

Dr Richard Freeman's memoir reveals the medical principles and practices that helped some of the world's most successful athletes achieve greatness. As team doctor for British Cycling and Team Sky,...

The French Resistance: A Story of Courage and Struggle The French resistance to Nazi occupation during World War II was a remarkable story of ordinary people fighting for their liberty in the face of...

Discover the fascinating world of cities with The Cities Book. This incredible guide takes you on a journey to 86 of the world's greatest cities, where you'll find mind-blowing facts and amazing...

Stephanie D. Clare's Nonbinary A Feminist Autotheory explores the intersection of feminist and trans theory, arguing that movement between 'woman' and 'nonbinary' is not only possible but also...

A powerful analysis of the origins of modern France, The Ancien Régime and the Revolution explores the contrast between revolutionary France and the despotic rule it overthrew. Alexis de...

A new translation of Marquis de Sade's notorious novel, first published in 2016. This Penguin Classics edition brings Sade's provocative work into English for the first time, reigniting debate around...

Inside Arabic Music: A Performance Culture and Know-how Arabic music has spread across the globe, influencing music from Greece to India in the mid-20th century. Yet despite its popularity and...

Discover the Power of Superherbs: Ancient Herbs for Modern Wellbeing Superherbs is your guide to harnessing the natural world's most potent adaptogens, helping you find balance and harmony in an...

The African Origin of Civilization: Myth or Reality by Cheikh Anta Diop A groundbreaking work that challenges conventional wisdom on the origins of human civilization. Edited and translated by Mercer...

A story about the beauty of French land and the joy of working with it. Richard Goodman's memoir begins with an ad for a stone house in the south of France, which he and his girlfriend leave behind...

Simulations is a groundbreaking thesis that explores the nature of reality in contemporary consumer societies. Baudrillard's bold extrapolation on Ferdinand de Saussure's general theory of general...

Stevie Cameron's investigative tour de force tells the story of Robert William Pickton, one of North America's most prolific serial killers. Cameron first began following the case in 1998, when...

Discover the Camino Portugués, a 620km pilgrimage route through Portugal, from Lisbon, Porto, or Tui to Santiago de Compostela. This popular alternative to the Camino Francés offers a unique walking...

Nazi Billionaires: The Dark History of Germany's Wealthiest Dynasties A groundbreaking investigation into the complicity of German tycoons with the Nazi regime, revealing how they amassed untold...

This special edition Ultimate Football Heroes book is a must-have for football fans of all ages. It tells the inspiring stories of six top football players - Sadio Mané, Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi,...

Learn to draw perfect portraits with Fernanda Soares de Carvalho's primer, Dynamic Character Design. This book shows you how to work with digital or traditional drawing tools to create faces, facial...

Joan Didion's memoir, Where I Was From, is a moving exploration of her own confusions about the place and the way she grew up, and the culture that shaped her life. The book follows her family's...

Calm-A-Doodle Doodle Your Way to Calm is a supersized, super-cool doodling and colouring extravaganza. Grab your colouring pens and pencils and get comfy to help your imagination flow and your...

William Marshal's life has been one of loyalty and service, rewarded by the hand in marriage to Isabelle de Clare. As a powerful magnate, he has navigated the complexities of royal politics,...

Explore the Natural Beauty of Andalucia with 36 Walking Routes Walking in Andalucia offers a unique opportunity to experience the natural beauty of Spain's southern region, with its six stunning...

Graeae Plays 1: New Plays Redefining Disability brings together six innovative plays that challenge and redefine our understanding of disability. This groundbreaking collection is introduced by Dame...

Manon Lescaut Newly Translated and Annotated by Antoine François Prévost. In 18th-century France, love can be both alluring and destructive. This story tells the story of Des Grieux's doomed romance...

Lt Col. Robert Blair Mayne's remarkable life story is one of exceptional bravery and unorthodox tactics that would shape the course of military special operations for decades to come. A decorated...

Psalms for the End of the World is a mind-bendingly clever and utterly gripping novel that spans continents, centuries, and dimensions. When physics student Grace Pulansky's life is turned upside...

The 1920s were a time of great change and liberation for young women. They dared to be different, to challenge traditional norms and expectations. For six remarkable individuals - Diana Cooper, Nancy...

The Wuhan Cover-Up And the Terrifying Bioweapons Arms Race by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. A shocking exposé of the cover-up behind the true origins of COVID-19, revealing decades of lies and deceit. Robert...

The Wu-Tang Manual is a comprehensive guide to the philosophy and history of the Wu-Tang Clan, written by the group's de facto leader, The RZA. This book unravels the intricate web of personalities,...

Behind Enemy Lines: The Autobiography of Britain's Most Decorated Living War Hero Sir Tommy Macpherson's remarkable story has remained untold for 65 years, despite his impressive military record. The...

Belle's obsession with her skin and skincare videos has become an all-consuming force in her life. When her estranged mother Noelle mysteriously dies, Belle is left to deal with the consequences,...

J.R.R. Tolkien's "On Fairy-stories" is a seminal essay that defined his vision for fantasy as a literary form, shaping the creation of The Lord of the Rings. This new expanded edition includes...

2000 AD Vs Battle Action: Comics Collide! brings together the iconic worlds of two legendary comics in a thrilling crossover event. This all-new collection reworks classic Battle Action strips into...

The novel is a literary form that has been extensively discussed and debated throughout history. From its origins with Miguel de Cervantes' Don Quixote to the works of authors such as Jane Austen, F...

Germany's French Allies 1941-45 by Massimiliano Afiero is a comprehensive study of the Wehrmacht's French volunteer units during World War II. These units played a significant role in some of the...

The story of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt is one of remarkable bravery and determination. In the 1960s, she played a crucial role in saving Egypt's ancient temples from destruction by leading a...

Mastering endgame patterns is key to improving your chess game. This comprehensive guide presents 100 essential patterns that can help you spot key moves, analyse and calculate more effectively, and...

The Belly of Paris by Émile Zola In 1851, Louis-Napoleon's coup d'état led to the unjust deportation of Florent Quenu to Devil's Island. He escapes and returns to Paris, only to find the city...

The Interoceptive Mind: From Homeostasis to Awareness by Manos Tsakiris and Helena De Preester is a comprehensive exploration of interoception, the body-to-brain axis that enables us to sense our...

Fernando Pessoa's Selected Poems offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century's most innovative writers. This collection features a range of his most famous voices, including...

Don Quixote, a masterpiece of world fiction, chronicles the famous picaresque adventures of the noble knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza. Together they...

Ann Voskamp invites you to discover a way of seeing that opens your eyes to ordinary amazing grace, a way of living that is fully alive, and a way of becoming present to God that brings you deep and...

The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women who Served the Tudor Queens The lives of the ladies-in-waiting to the Tudor queens are a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of history. These...

In 1920s Paris, Tatiana Vytenis has built a new life, one that seems to have left her past behind. As a sought-after model and engaged to the wealthy Gérard de Sainte-Vierge, she feels a sense of...

The Outcasts of Time by Ian Mortimer is a stunningly high-concept historical novel that explores the human condition through a unique and gripping narrative. Set against the backdrop of the Black...

The key to understanding ourselves and our lives lies in exploring the differences between Eastern and Western thought on the nature of the human mind and our place in the world. This book brings...

Over one hundred of the most significant houses of the past hundred years are featured in this comprehensive book on modern architecture. From seminal works by Le Corbusier, Frank Lloyd Wright, and...

Art and Architecture: a Place Between by Jane Rendell explores the evolving relationship between artists and architects, challenging traditional boundaries between the two fields. This book delves...

Stepping-stones A Journey Through the Ice Age Caves of the Dordogne offers an intimate understanding of the cave art and artists of France's Dordogne region. Over 25 years of teaching and research,...

Gertrude Stein's most well-known work, The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, is presented in an illustrated edition featuring vibrant and fanciful images by artist Maira Kalman. This biography,...

Defeat and Division: France at War, 1939-1942 is a comprehensive account of France's experience during World War II. Douglas Porch examines the events leading to France's collapse in 1940, the...

At St. Aidan's Great boarding school, Greer MacDonald struggles to find her place among the privileged pupils. Her life takes an unexpected turn when she receives a mysterious invitation with just...

Riambel by Priya N. Hein is a powerful and poignant tale that explores the complexities of servitude, seduction, and abandonment in a world marked by class and ethnicity. Against the backdrop of...

The Creative Writing Coursebook is a comprehensive guide to mastering the craft of creative writing, featuring insights from 44 authors, including Ali Smith, Kit de Waal, and Amy Liptrot. Edited by...

Claudia's life was forever changed ten years ago when she was convicted of the murder of her child. Now, she has made a shocking confession - to manslaughter - in the hopes of being granted parole...

Tornado Down is a harrowing account of two RAF pilots' capture and interrogation during the Gulf War. In 1918, the RAF was established as the world's first independent air force. To mark its...

The Great and Deadly Race to Know All Life by Jason Roberts is a gripping biography that explores the lives of two 18th-century scientists who dedicated their lives to surveying all life on Earth...

The Future by Naomi Alderman is a gripping white-knuckle tour de force that explores the world we have made and where we are going. In a world where survival is a luxury, two women, Lai Zhen and...

On the Back of the Tiger A Novel by Zülfü Livaneli This vivid account of an infamous Ottoman sultan's life in exile is a powerful exploration of the nature of power and the complexities of human...

Hugh Trevor-Roper's letters offer a unique glimpse into the life of a remarkable historian and public intellectual. Spanning a wide range of topics and interests, these 100 letters reveal a mind of...

Piet Mondrian was a pioneering artist and art theorist whose innovative style continues to influence design and art to this day. His paintings, characterized by primary colors and geometric grids,...

Louis XIV: A Life of Ambition and Power Philip Mansel's biography of Louis XIV is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the life of one of history's most fascinating figures. This book takes...

Josephine Bonaparte was born Rose de Tasher on her family's sugar plantation in Martinique. Her life was marked by a whirlwind of experience, from an isolated Caribbean childhood to a marriage that...

In 1947, a pivotal year that shaped our world, Elisabeth Åsbrink weaves together social, political, and personal narratives. This is the story of how 'now' began, as production of the Kalashnikov...

Dronescapes: A New Perspective on Photography The world's leading drone photography website has collaborated with a renowned photography editor to bring together the most breathtaking aerial...

Atlas: The Story of Pa Salt is the final book in Lucinda Riley's epic series, The Seven Sisters. Spanning a lifetime of love and loss, this novel draws the series to its stunning conclusion.Set...

Alejandro Valverde, the 'Green Bullet', was a dominant force in Spanish cycling for nearly three decades. His remarkable career was marked by incredible talent, charisma, and a high-wire walk between...

When the world is still counting the cost of the Second World War, a young boy's life is turned upside down. Stranded at boarding school, his vulnerability attracts the attention of his piano...

Diana Zahrani is Formula One's first female racing driver this century, a trailblazer in a sport where she's often underestimated. As she takes to the track, her rivals are told to race carefully...

Sophie Fevvers is a mystery, a performance of identity that captivates all who see her. Part swan, part woman, she dazzles with her aerial skills and charms the Prince of Wales. But what lies beneath...

Theodora Morgan, a renowned businesswoman, has built a reputation as a fashion icon, but her personal life has been marred by tragedy. A year ago, her husband and son were kidnapped, and the case...

The Thread of Dao: Unraveling Early Daoist Oral Traditions in Guan Zi's "Purifying the Heart-Mind (Bai Xin)," "Art of the Heart Mind (Xin Shu)," and "Internal Cultivation (Nei Ye)" This collection of...

Léon Delafosse is a rising star in the French music scene, but his path to success is fraught with challenges. As the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, he needs...

Embracing the joy of Paris wherever you live is within reach with this beautifully photographed guide. American expat Ajiri Aki shares her experiences and lessons learned from living in Paris,...

The Kennedy twins are about to find themselves in a world of trouble. Twin sisters Lily and Daisy live a life controlled by their father Des, who forces them to perform at Eden's, a seedy London club...

The de Havilland Mosquito was a remarkable aircraft that played a crucial role in the RAF's offensive against Nazi Germany during World War II. Nicknamed 'the wooden wonder' for its composite wooden...

The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O'Farrell In 16th-century Italy, Lucrezia de' Medici is thrust into the spotlight when her older sister dies on the eve of her wedding. With her father's quick...

Strategy: A History by Lawrence Freedman This comprehensive history of strategic thinking spans from the advanced strategies employed by primate groups to the great military innovations of Baron...

Gertrude Stein's The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas is a fascinating insight into the vibrant culture of Modernism and the artistic world of Paris's Left Bank. The book offers a unique glimpse into...

The Irish Princess by Elizabeth Chadwick In 1152, the birth of a daughter to the King of Leinster is met with disappointment, as the monarch had hoped for a son to inherit his kingdom. However, the...

Aurora De La Torre's life is turned upside down when she moves back to a place that was once home, a move that's meant to be a fresh start but feels more like a step back. As she tries to rebuild her...

Janine Marsh's life took an unexpected turn when she stumbled upon a rundown old barn in northern France, sparking an offer and a move to the rural Seven Valleys area of Pas de Calais. Leaving behind...

Sir Jamison Munro, known as The Red Lion, is a Highland warrior with a complex past. Born into a clan that values loyalty, Jamison's unconventional upbringing in England and France has made him a...

Raimund Gregorious's life is one of quiet routine. A respected Latin professor, he is well-respected in his field, but perhaps a little predictable. That all changes when he encounters a beautiful,...

The Rif War Volume 1 - from Taxdirt to the Disaster of Annual 1909-1921 by Javier Garcia de Gabiola In the rugged north of Morocco, the French Foreign Legion's intervention was just one part of a...

A violent and gripping novel, Kingdom Come is a dystopian tour de force that holds up a mirror to suburban mind rot. When Richard Pearson's father is gunned down in a shopping mall, the prime suspect...