1711 results for 'Sloman, Steven'

Philosophy as an academic discipline has faced significant challenges in recent years. Despite the proliferation of books and articles on the subject, many graduates with PhDs in philosophy struggle...

Discover the Power of Essential Oils Lucas Stevens' comprehensive guide to essential oils is your key to unlocking their benefits for health and healing. With thousands of years of history behind...

Rescuing the premodern family from a grim picture often given in history books, Steven Ozment presents a major reassessment of family life in Europe past. In "Ancestors", Ozment offers an elegant...

The Oracle PL/SQL Developer's Workbook is an interactive guide designed to engage you actively in learning and solving programming problems. By working through its exercises, you'll deepen your...

Understanding Social Movements: A Historical Analysis from Classical to Contemporary Perspectives This comprehensive guide explores the evolution of social movement theories from their classical...

Rook Stevens, a former cat burglar, has never been accused of taking a life - until now. His former associate's body is found in his shop, Potter's Field, and Detective Dante Montoya is shocked to...

Grant's Lieutenants From Chattanooga to Appomattox by Steven E. Woodworth This new volume assesses Union generalship during the final two years of the Civil War, focusing on Ulysses S. Grant's...

Steven Kates examines one of the most contentious concepts in economics - the true meaning of Say's Law. This has been a topic of debate since James Mill first proposed it almost two centuries ago,...

Debates over public land's future continue to intensify. In Defense of Public Lands presents a comprehensive argument against privatization and transfer. Steven Davis examines empirical data and...

A Half-Built Garden by Ruthanna Emrys is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human-alien diplomacy and the urgent need for climate repair. In a world where the future hangs in...

US Battle Tanks 1917-1945 by Steven J. Zaloga is a comprehensive and detailed illustrated examination of the development and combat performance of US battle tanks from World War I to the end of World...

The Surprising Science of Meetings: How You Can Lead Your Team to Peak Performance In today's fast-paced business environment, meetings are an inevitable part of life. However, with millions of...

Jon M. Chu's memoir offers a powerful and inspiring account of his journey as a first-generation Chinese American, navigating cultural identity and finding success in the film industry. Growing up in...

Constant Battles: Why We Fight presents a provocative thesis that challenges our understanding of human history. Harvard archaeologist Steven LeBlanc argues that warfare and violent conflict have...

Set against the vibrant backdrop of London's underground rave scene in the 1990s, "Whole of the Moon" is a powerful and unflinching debut novel.The story follows Steven as he navigates a world that...

Steven Landsburg's provocative exploration of economics challenges conventional wisdom with unexpected insights. In "More Sex is Safer Sex", he presents a series of thought-provoking discussions that...

The Book of Athyra is the sixth and seventh novel in Steven Brust's fantasy series. This collection follows the story of Vlad Taltos, a sorcerer and assassin, as he navigates his complex...

Sylvia Plath: The Wound and the Cure of Words by Steven Gould Axelrod offers an in-depth exploration of the poet's life and work. By combining psychoanalytical, feminist, and intertextual methods,...

The Making of International Human Rights: 1960s, Decolonization, and the Reconstruction of Global Values by Steven L. B. Jensen is a groundbreaking work that fundamentally reinterprets the history of...

Steven Lubet's Interrogating Ethnography: Why Evidence Matters is a thought-provoking examination of urban ethnography. Through a critical analysis of original sources and contemporaneous...

A remarkable story of survival and loyalty during World War II. This book tells the extraordinary true account of Binem's experiences as a Jew who saved a Nazi's life, evaded capture, and ultimately...

Crimeucopia - Totally Psycho Logical A collection of stories that will challenge your perceptions and push you to question what's rational. This anthology brings together a diverse range of writers,...

Steven Hahn's Pulitzer Prize-winning book challenges traditional views in American and African-American history. By exploring slave emancipations, Civil War-era slavery, and black power movements,...

A School Without Sanctions offers an innovative approach to behaviour management in schools, prioritising compassion and behaviour modification over punishment. Drawing on their experience, Steven...

The Book of Earth Making It Real by Steven Forrest is a comprehensive guide to turning dreams into reality. This manual for transformation draws on the magical art of astrology, offering a...

The End of Ambition: A Clear Vision for US Role in the Middle East Steven A. Cook presents a fresh perspective on the United States' role in the Middle East, highlighting the changing nature of US...

Experimental fashion has a dark side, exploring representations of death, trauma, alienation and decay. This seminal publication delves into cutting-edge fashion in the 1990s, examining its...

English Victorian Churches Architecture, Faith, & Revival by James Stevens Curl is a highly illustrated exploration of the finest examples of Gothic Revival churches built in England during Queen...

The Four Vision Quests of Jesus by Steven Charleston explores Christian theology through the lens of Native American tradition. This unique perspective examines four key experiences of Jesus as...

Edward Gorey's distinctive book cover art and design are showcased in this collection of his work from 1953 to 2000. A master of finely crosshatched illustrations and sinisterly amusing tales,...

The Amish: A Concise Introduction by Steven M. Nolt is a compact yet richly detailed portrait of Amish life. Drawing on over twenty years of fieldwork and collaborative research, Nolt provides a...

The Army of the Tennessee: A Lean Fighting Machine Composed almost entirely of Midwesterners, the Army of the Tennessee was molded into a skilled fighting machine by Ulysses S. Grant and William...

Sonic Ethnography: Identity, Heritage and Creative Research Practice in Basilicata, Southern Italy This book explores how sound-making and listening practices shape local identities in southern...

The Jew Within: Self, Family, and Community in America explores how American Jews live and understand their Judaism over the course of their lives. Through in-depth interviews with individuals across...

The Battle of Chantilly: A Pivotal Moment in the American Civil War. On September 1, 1862, a small Union rearguard faced down some of Robert E. Lee's best generals at Chantilly, Virginia, saving...

Lucas Hamilton's life has been focused on being there for his young daughter since the loss of her mother. As CEO of Hamilton Enterprise, he juggles his responsibilities with great care. However,...

Total Mobilization: A New Perspective on World War II and American Literature Roy Scranton's Total Mobilization offers a fresh approach to understanding World War II, one that challenges the dominant...

The founding myth of humanities computing and digital humanities is revealed in this fascinating story. In 1949, Roberto Busa, S.J., persuaded IBM to support the creation of a massive lemmatized...

Around 1000 AD, a generation of influential abbots emerged in the former Carolingian Empire. This book by Steven Vanderputten reevaluates their significance through an in-depth study of one prominent...

The United States has long relied on its orbital position to enhance security and generate wealth. However, America's ambivalence towards military activities in space poses a potential threat to...

King Solomon: A Life of Wisdom and Wonder Steven Weitzman's biography reintroduces readers to the enigmatic figure of King Solomon, exploring his story and its enduring influence on Western culture...

Roma: An Epic Novel of Ancient Rome Steven Saylor's sweeping narrative brings to life the ancient city of Rome, from its humble beginnings as a trade route stop to its emergence as the dominant power...

A Book Forged in Hell: Spinoza's Scandalous Treatise and the Birth of the Secular Age by Steven Nadler is a fascinating account of one of the most incendiary books in Western history. In 1670, Baruch...

The Eighth Prisoner A Crime Thriller by Pete Stevens and Ian Honeysett is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. In early summer 1789, Paris erupts into chaos as a series of murders takes...

Ghost Summer: Stories by Tananarive Due is a haunting collection of short fiction that explores the complexities of human experience. With a clear-eyed view of history, Due weaves together dark and...

A spooky yet heartwarming adventure awaits in "The Pumpkin Princess and the Forever Night". On Halloween night, Eve's life takes an unexpected turn when she's saved by someone she never believed was...

The gruesome death of Anabel Simpson has left her friends and neighbours stunned. Behind the quiet facade of this retired archaeologist lay a woman with a dark secret, one that would unravel after...

Eating more fat - the smart kind - is the key to health, longevity and permanent weight loss. For years, experts have advised against consuming fat, but this approach has led to a lack of essential...

New Meanings for Ancient Texts: Recent Approaches to Biblical Criticisms and Their Applications by Steven L. McKenzie and John Kaltner is a comprehensive textbook that explores recent developments in...

Target Hong Kong: A True Story of U.S. Navy Pilots at War by Steven K. Bailey. In January 1945, a storm of antiaircraft fire darkened the skies above South China Sea as American aircraft descended...

The SU-76 Assault Gun: A Soviet War Machine In 1943, the Soviet Union introduced the SU-76 assault gun, a vehicle that would play a significant role in its struggle against Nazi Germany. This book...

Dorothy Carvello's story is one of survival and determination in the cutthroat music industry. As the first female A&R executive at Atlantic Records, she navigated a male-dominated world with...

Denise Scott Brown has had a profound impact on contemporary architecture since the 1960s. Her work with Robert Venturi and Steven Izenour's research project, Learning from Las Vegas, challenged...

Airspace Closure and Civil Aviation: A Strategic Resource for Airline Managers By Steven D. Jaffe The impact of airspace closure on airlines can be significant, ranging from minor disruptions to...

William Logan's latest collection of essays and reviews offers a unique perspective on poetry. A long-time critic, he challenges conventional wisdom and argues that some of the most misunderstood...

Open Sources 2.0 explores the impact of open source concepts on various industries and aspects of society. Written by leading technology leaders, these essays offer insights into the evolution of...

A mysterious outbreak at Kerr Memorial Hospital is sending shockwaves through the medical community. Women are dying from post-operative wound infections that resist antibiotics, and the authorities...

Steven J. Ericson's Financial Stabilization in Meiji Japan challenges prevailing views of the 1880s financial reforms in Japan. This book offers a fresh perspective on the policies implemented by...

Steven Bilakovics argues that the widespread disdain for politics in Western democracies today is not solely due to the liberal political system or consumer society. Rather, he contends that...

Roxy Paine Dioramas offers a unique perspective on contemporary art and its relationship with modern culture. First published in 2021, this volume presents the first in-depth look at American artist...

Sixteen stories from the most infamous cantina in the universe bring together some of today's leading writers of science fiction. Set in a dark and lively watering hole, these tales feature a diverse...

Smoked food nirvana is within reach. This comprehensive guide takes you by the hand and teaches you how to master the art of smoking, from choosing the right equipment to selecting the perfect...

Leviathan and the Air-Pump Hobbes, Boyle, and the Experimental Life by Steven Shapin and Simon Schaffer is a study of two major seventeenth-century thinkers who clashed over the value of experimental...

Arnon Milchan has led a secret double life. A life that would be at home in a John Le Carré spy novel or one made by Hollywood colleagues Steven Spielberg or Oliver Stone. This is the story of a...

Cary Wolfe's What Is Posthumanism? explores the possibilities and implications of thinking beyond traditional humanist boundaries. By examining bioethics, cognitive science, animal ethics, gender,...

Ending the cycle of resentment and abuse in your relationship is possible. Dr. Steven Stosny's guide, Love Without Hurt, offers practical self-healing techniques to help you recover from pain and...

Big Thinking for Small Business offers practical advice to help you grow your business. With experience from his own entrepreneurial journey, Steven J. Coulson shares straightforward guidance on how...

Helen Vendler's latest collection of essays offers a profound exploration of poetry and its enduring power. Spanning two decades of her work, this comprehensive volume showcases Vendler's unyielding...

Elizabeth I and her last courtly lover, Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex, remain one of history's most intriguing relationships. Born to Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth was declared illegitimate...

Here to Eternity: An Anthology of Poetry by Andrew Motion brings together an extraordinary range of poems from some of the most renowned poets in history. Organised into ten distinct sections, each...

The Universe of Things explores the rapidly evolving field of speculative realism, which seeks to move beyond human perceptions of nature and existence. This philosophical movement, already...

Building a Brand: The 7 Important Steps by James Stevens Creating a strong brand is crucial for long-term business success. A well-defined brand identity helps differentiate your business from...

The Russian Nanny: A Historical Exploration of Myth and Reality By Steven A. Grant, published by New Academia Publishing in 2012. This book delves into the intriguing phenomenon of nannies in Russian...

The End of Arrogance: America in the Global Competition of Ideas In the 20th century, ideas such as free-market capitalism, Western culture, and democracy shaped world politics and underpinned...

Alana Lawson was determined to uncover the truth. Her investigation led her to Mick Stevens, a football star with more than touchdowns on his mind. As their paths crossed, Alana found herself drawn...

Dishing Hollywood: A Scandalous Romp Through Tinseltown's Most Notorious Stories. This book takes you on a journey through some of the biggest scandals that have rocked Hollywood, from the early 20th...

Audrey Hepburn: A New Perspective Steven Cohan's On Audrey Hepburn offers a fresh look at the iconic actress, one that goes beyond her status as a fashion icon. By examining her films and...

Captain Hawklin and the Underwater Menace by Charles F. Millhouse is a thrilling golden age adventure story that combines action, suspense, and intrigue. In 1934, Captain Steven Hawklin, one of the...

Every Exquisite Thing by Laura Steven is a dark and seductive exploration of beauty, identity, and the true cost of perfection. When Penny is offered the chance to have her portrait painted by a...

Dark secrets lurk behind the glamour of the entertainment industry. When PR guru Lola Lovett's client, actor Sam Stevens, fails to show up at home, she discovers a shocking truth: he's already dead...

In 1993, Gideon Mendel spent several weeks photographing the patients and staff at the Middlesex Hospital's Broderip and Charles Bell wards, two of the few dedicated AIDS wards in London. The...

Twelve UK-based authors come together to create this anthology of twelve brand-new short stories that are sure to appeal to fans of crime fiction and detection. Each story features daring, brilliant...

Twelve essays by leading art historians explore the diverse approaches to understanding Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. Each contributor applies their preferred methodology, from traditional to...

The MeatEater Guide to Wilderness Skills and Survival is a comprehensive guide for anyone planning to spend time outside. Written by renowned outdoorsman Steven Rinella, this book delivers hard-won...

Fluid Futures: Exploring the Boundaries of Science Fiction Steven Shaviro's new book delves into the world of science fiction, examining how it envisions alternative futures and challenges our...

The Songs of Momus: A Prolific Career in Indie Pop. Nicholas Currie, better known as Momus, is one of the most prolific and talented indie songwriters of the last forty years. His work has been both...

A humorous and poignant look at aging, Stupid Things I Won't Do When I Get Old is a collection of do's and don'ts for navigating the challenges of growing older. Based on award-winning journalist...

The Darker Angels of Our Nature Refuting the Pinker Theory of History & Violence by Philip Dwyer and Mark Micale This collection of essays challenges Steven Pinker's theory that history is...

The Causeway Coast A Celebration of Northern Ireland's Spectacular World Heritage Shore by Steven Hanna is a photographic journey along one of the world's most breathtaking coastlines. This book...

American Flannel: Reviving America's Clothing Industry In the 1980s, the US lost its dominance in clothing manufacture, with Americans wearing almost no domestically made apparel. This shift had...

Gaelic in Your Gob Four Dozen English Words that Came from the Scottish Highlands by Michael Steven Newton explores the fascinating history of Scottish Gaelic and its connection to modern English...

Talent Tectonics: Navigating Global Workforce Shifts, Building Resilient Organizations and Reimagining the Employee Experience by Steven T. Hunt is a guide to helping companies adapt to a changing...

Bernard Herrmann's music has left an indelible mark on film history, enriching the work of some of cinema's most iconic directors. This first major biography explores the complex interplay between...

Jack Knifed by Christopher Greyson is a gripping mystery that delves into the dark secrets of Jack Stratton's troubled past. A series of unsettling nightmares has driven him to seek answers about his...

Refiguring Resurrection: A Biblical and Systematic Eschatology by Steven Edward Harris offers a fresh approach to understanding Christian eschatology. Drawing on recent literary and theological...

Fittingness and Environmental Ethics: A Philosophical, Theological and Applied Perspective By Michael S. Northcott and Steven C. van den Heuvel Routledge, Chapman & Hall, Incorporated, 2024 This...

The Ghost Map is a gripping story of Victorian London, where a massive cholera epidemic threatened to destroy the city. Steven Johnson masterfully weaves together the tale of two unlikely heroes,...

Dark Horse Records: The Story of George Harrison's Post-Beatles Record Label tells the story of a pioneering music label that played a significant role in shaping George Harrison's solo career. In...

Shocking facts about Steven Avery's case have been missing from the hit Netflix series Making a Murderer. In 1985, Avery was wrongly convicted of a brutal sexual assault, but DNA evidence later...