1950 results for 'Borchert, William G.'

This Naked Mind: Nicotine by Annie Grace and William Porter is a guide to quitting nicotine and reclaiming your well-being. The authors, who have helped thousands overcome problem drinking, now bring...

Denim Branded Jeanswear's Evolving Design Details is an in-depth exploration of the history and design elements that shape the world of denim branding. From the 1870s to modern contemporary brands,...

Shine Bright: A Very Personal History of Black Women in Pop Danyel Smith's intimate history of Black women's music is a surprising and heartbreaking story that spans centuries. From Phillis Wheatley...

The long-awaited prequel to The Dragonbone Chair, Brothers of the Wind is set a thousand years before the events of the original novel. This story follows Pamon Kes, a faithful servant and member of...

Discover a diverse collection of poetry and short stories from around the world. Songs of Ourselves: Volume 2 features work from over 100 poets, including famous names like William Blake and Emily...

Dracopedia: A comprehensive guide to drawing the world's most iconic dragon species. Artist and researcher William O'Connor has spent years studying dragons in their natural environments, compiling...

The Non-designer's Design Book: A Practical Guide to Great Design For nearly 20 years, Robin Williams has shared her expertise on the fundamental principles of great design with designers and...

Discover how chemistry has shaped our understanding of the world and its many transformations. From ancient alchemy to modern materials science, this Very Short Introduction explores the history of...

This edition of As You Like It features an exclusive Introduction and Notes by Cedric Watts, M.A., Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of English, University of Sussex. A romantic comedy with a bold plot, the...

Staring out of the rain-lashed window of an ancient British pub, Jake's thoughts turned to adventure and warm sandy beaches. His best friend Billy was coming to visit from America, and he had planned...

The remarkable story of Britain's wartime food crisis is revealed in Eggs or Anarchy. Written by award-winning food writer and restaurant critic William Sitwell, this book tells the heroic tale of...

The Quick and the Dead by William Arthur Waterton is a thought-provoking account of test flying with British aircraft organizations in the 1950s. Written from the pilot's viewpoint, this book offers...

Exploring the intersection of art and everyday life, this book delves into the work of artist Bruce Nauman. In the late 1960s, Nauman examined the role of the artist, their studio practice, and the...

AQA Poetry Anthology Power and Conflict Revision Guide is a comprehensive guide to help you revise for the 2026 AQA GCSE English Literature exam. This handy Snap Revision Guide covers all 15 Power &...

True Devotion to Mary: With Preparation for Total Consecration by Saint Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort This treatise on the true devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary is considered one of the...

The Jaguar Story The Jaguar name is synonymous with style, power, performance, luxury and an intangible element of Britishness. Yet, the company's humble beginnings in a Blackpool backstreet might...

William Shakespeare's The Winter's Tale is a complex exploration of jealousy and desire, marked by both turbulent emotional turmoil and light-hearted comedy. The play follows the story of Leontes, a...

The Book of Taliesin: Poems of Warfare and Praise in an Enchanted Britain Translated by Gwyneth Lewis and Rowan Williams, this collection brings together the poems of a mysterious figure from Welsh...

Lyrical Ballads 1798 and 1802 is a foundational collection of poems that helped shape the English Romantic movement. This joint publication by William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge features...

Run for Your Life: Mindful Running for a Happy Life by William Pullen offers a revolutionary approach to mindfulness through exercise. A psychotherapist's innovative method, Dynamic Running Therapy,...

The Complete Case Files 44 is the latest installment in the Judge Dredd series, collecting the finale of the epic Origins saga. As Judge Dredd begins to question the laws that govern Mega-City One's...

Songs of Innocence and Experience: Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul, 1789-1794 is a beautifully illustrated edition of William Blake's poems. The text of each poem is printed in...

A sumptuous historical novel set in the court of Elizabeth I, Philippa Gregory's The Virgin's Lover is a gripping tale of power, politics and romance. After years of waiting, Princess Elizabeth...

Boxing has dominated the lives of Leon Davidson and Troy Augustus, two former friends who stepped into the ring to face up to who they are. Having spent their youth in the same London boxing gym,...

William Barents' three polar expeditions were marked by harrowing challenges, but none more so than his third, which ended in disaster when his ship was lost to unforgiving ice. The crew's fight for...

Invisible Divides explores the unseen barriers that prevent churches from becoming truly inclusive spaces for people from all walks of life. The authors examine how the church's predominantly...

Kings and Queens is a highly entertaining collection of poems about all forty-one English Kings and Queens since William I. With wonderfully witty illustrations by Robin Jacques, history has never...

Mr Gum and the Biscuit Billionaire is a hilarious new adventure from Andy Stanton. Mr Gum's back to his old tricks, but this time he's joined by an unexpected friend: Alan Taylor, a gingerbread man...

All's Well That Ends Well: Third Series (The Arden Shakespeare Third Series) by William Shakespeare In this new edition of All's Well That Ends Well, Suzanne Gossett offers fresh perspectives on the...

Joseph Mallord William Turner's artistic journey began at just 26 years old when he became a member of the Royal Academy in 1802. This young painter's innovative style, which combined historical...

A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare is a raucous comedy that thrusts four young lovers into a world of magic and fantasy. In this enchanted forest, Oberon and Titania, the king and queen...

William Francis Gibbs, America's greatest naval architect, spent forty years dreaming of his magnum opus: the SS United States. His vision for the finest, fastest, and most beautiful ocean liner in...

Letters to His Neighbor, a recently discovered collection of correspondence, offers a unique glimpse into the life of Marcel Proust. The author's letters to his upstairs neighbor, Dr. Williams,...

Louis XXX is a collection of two hybrid texts by French novelist and philosopher Georges Bataille, presented alongside his major work, Guilty. These experimental pieces combine prose and poetry,...

This revised edition of Free the Tipple features updated texts and a bold new cover, celebrating sixty of the world's coolest and most influential women. The book showcases a refreshing collection of...

The Arts and Crafts Movement in Britain by Mary Greensted explores the origins and development of this influential art and design movement in Britain. The book features numerous illustrations...

Unlock the Power Within: A Step-by-Step Guide to Natural Success Discover a highly original approach to self-transformation, one that dispenses with traditional methods and instead reveals the hidden...

The Book of Five Rings is a timeless manifesto on strategy, swordsmanship, and winning, written by the renowned samurai Miyamoto Musashi in 1643. This influential text offers profound advice on...

The sun-kissed prairie stretches out around the Ingalls family, a welcome sight after their long journey across America. But as they settle into their new home, they soon discover that sharing the...

Twitter's meteoric rise from a humble internet start-up to a global phenomenon is revealed in this gripping true story. Since 2006, the social media platform has grown exponentially, becoming an $11...

The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element of Security by Kevin D. Mitnick and William L. Simon is a comprehensive guide to understanding the human factors involved in information security...

The Medusa Project: the Set-Up by Sophie McKenzie is the first gripping installment in this bestselling children's series. In 2006, scientist William Fox risked it all to achieve the impossible: he...

When the brightest stars of the music world reach their peak, they are at their most fascinating. But it's often when fame begins to fade that we see the true heroes emerge.Nick Duerden has spent...

Burning Bright by Tracy Chevalier In 1792, the Kellaways leave their rural home in Dorset for the tumultuous city of London. They are seeking a new life after a devastating loss, one that can only be...

A Marriage of Lions by Elizabeth Chadwick is a sumptuous historical romance that brings to life the tumultuous world of 13th-century England. When Joanna, a young woman raised at court, inherits a...

Michelangelo's final years were marked by both personal turmoil and creative triumph. As he approached his seventies, the renowned artist felt that his productive life was drawing to a close.However,...

The Night Land by William Hope Hodgson In a future where the Sun has failed, humanity's last hope for survival lies within the Last Redoubt, a colossal metal pyramid. But beyond its safety, countless...

The RNLI's Official 200-year History is a comprehensive account of the charity's remarkable journey. Founded in 1824, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution has saved over 144,000 lives to date,...

The Firmament of Flame by Drew Williams In a universe on the brink of collapse, a small band of mercenaries known as the Justified must navigate treacherous landscapes to prevent catastrophe. Their...

The Kick-A** Book of Cobra Kai: An Official Behind-The-Scenes Companion Get an exclusive look into the making of this beloved franchise with never-before-seen photographs and illustrations, as well...

Discover the vibrant world of Victorian stained glass, a key element in the architectural opulence of Gothic Revival Britain. This beautifully illustrated guide explores the development of the craft,...

The Sovereign Individual: Mastering the Transition to the Information Age As the world moves into the next century, two renowned investment advisors and authors explore the greatest economic and...

A century of literary experimentation has yielded a unique body of dark and strange stories, known as The Weird. These tales, from the likes of Lovecraft to Borges and Gaiman, transcend genre...

Shakespeare After All is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the life and works of William Shakespeare. Drawing on her extensive lecture courses at Yale and Harvard, Marjorie Garber offers a...

The Fort Bragg Cartel: A page-turning investigation into the dark side of America's special operations forces. In December 2020, a deer hunter stumbled upon two bodies riddled with bullets in a...

The Authentic Life of Billy the Kid is a biography written by Pat Garrett, the sheriff who ultimately killed the infamous outlaw. The life of William H. Bonney, a.k.a. Billy the Kid, has become a...

Act of Oblivion is a gripping thriller that follows Colonel Edward Whalley and his son-in-law, Colonel William Goffe, as they flee across the Atlantic after being found guilty of high treason for the...

You Are Awesome: Find Your Confidence to Be Good at Almost Anything This inspiring guide helps you build resilience, fulfil your potential and become a successful, happy adult. If you struggle with...

The Fraud by Zadie Smith is a novel set in 1873, exploring the complexities of life through the eyes of Mrs. Eliza Touchet, a Scottish housekeeper and cousin of the once-famous novelist William...

Bob Dylan's first book of new writing since 2004's Chronicles: Volume One, The Philosophy of Modern Song is a collection of essays that explore the nature of popular music. Spanning over 60 essays,...

The Gospel of Luke is a deeply personal and inclusive book that has captivated readers for centuries. Written by a Gentile doctor, Luke brings a unique perspective to the New Testament, one that...

William Shakespeare's Measure for Measure is a complex exploration of justice, morality and human desire. Set in a city where strict laws govern every aspect of life, the play raises questions about...

Zero History by William Gibson is a gripping spy thriller that skewers the absurdity of modern life with a light touch. Hubertus Bigend, the enigmatic head of global ad-agency Blue Ant, becomes...

Beware of the Bull: The Enigmatic Genius of Jake Thackray is a critically-acclaimed biography of the late singer-songwriter, revealing a life as extraordinary as his writing. Jake's story is one of a...

In 1944, Germany, Louise struggles to find her footing as she's forced down from a cattle car, surrounded by terrified women. Her heart sinks as she recalls her sister's warnings, a constant reminder...

The Wizard and the Prophet: Science and the Future of Our Planet by Charles C. Mann In the 20th century, two scientists, Norman Borlaug and William Vogt, left an indelible mark on our understanding...

Black Artists in British Art A History Since the 1950s by Eddie Chambers explores the contributions of black artists to the British art scene since the mid-twentieth century. This book tells the...

Venus Williams shares her approach to achieving success and wellness in this inspiring guide. After being diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, Venus found that by adopting eight key principles -...

Repeating patterns can bring joy and harmony to everyday life. This book explores the power of repeat patterns in interior design, uncovering lessons from the work of influential designers such as...

The Crown Jewels: An Official Illustrated History This sumptuous volume presents a complete inventory of every item of the Crown Jewels, a collection steeped in English history and still in use today...

The Abyssal Plain: The R'lyeh Cycle A modern take on the Cthulhu Mythos, The Abyssal Plain combines elements of technothrillers, survival horror, and splatterpunk to create a unique and unsettling...

Count all the way to Christmas Eve with the Cat Family in this delightful advent calendar-style book. With over 140 flaps to open, you'll help the Cat Family decorate, bake, and prepare their home...

In the ravaged world of Telluria, a devastating holy war has returned humanity to the disorganization of the Middle Ages. Europe, China, and Russia have fragmented into little nations, each...

Laura Ingalls lived in a little house in the Big Woods of Wisconsin with her family. As winter approached, she worked hard to help prepare the house for the cold days ahead. Soon, frost covered the...

Georgia Williams' murder was a shocking crime that shocked the nation with its chilling execution and horrific sexual depravity. However, as her devastated mother Lynnette and father Steve...

The Fate of a King by K. M. Ashman In the aftermath of Edward the Confessor's death, the fate of England hangs in the balance. Harold Godwinson, anointed king by Edward, must navigate the treacherous...

The Wardle Family and Its Circle: Textile Production in the Arts and Crafts Era This book tells the story of the Wardle family, a family of entrepreneurs who played a significant role in the...

The Science of Economics in Crisis Economics is a discipline plagued by internal inconsistencies, with leading economists and governments often at odds over policy. This has led to a crisis of...

Discover the fascinating world of languages and dialects in Europe, where the past and present blend together in unexpected ways. Gaston Dorren's engaging guide takes you on a journey through the...

As the summer heat intensifies, two New Orleans families face a storm that will alter the course of their lives forever. In the Lower Ninth Ward, carpenter SJ Williams navigates the challenges of his...

The Wealth of Ideas: A History of Economic Thought This book provides a comprehensive history of economic thought, tracing its development from prehistory to the present day. Alessandro Roncaglia...

The Lusitania's Final Crossing: A Tragic Tale of War and Hubris. On 1st May 1915, the luxury ocean liner Lusitania set sail from New York, bound for Liverpool. As she traversed the Atlantic, her...

Bio Art Altered Realities by William Myers explores the intersection of art and biotechnology. As our understanding of the natural world evolves, the boundaries between living organisms and...

William Neill's photographs are a testament to the magic that occurs when light, land, and camera converge. In this collection, he shares his insights and experiences as a landscape photographer,...

Nathan Field, a young actor, arrives at the newly rebuilt Globe Theatre in London to play Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream. As rehearsals begin, strange echoes of the past start to haunt him, and he...

The 1970s Wales Rugby Team: A Golden Age of Sporting Brilliance Between 1969 and 1979, the Welsh rugby team experienced an extraordinary period of success, winning or sharing eight Five Nations...

The Really Quite Good British Cookbook brings together 100 beloved recipes from Britain's top chefs, cooks, bakers, and local heroes. From Nigella Lawson's Chocolate Guinness Cake to Jamie Oliver's...

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...

The enigmatic Brockhampton Church: Unveiling the Secrets of Arts and Crafts Architecture William Lethaby's 1901-2 church at Brockhampton has long been celebrated for its unique Arts and Crafts...

The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America's Wealthy Wealth in America is often misunderstood. Many people assume that becoming rich is a matter of inheritance, advanced degrees, or...

The Amazing Samson: A Life of Strength and Training Alexander Zass, known to the world as The Amazing Samson, was a legendary strongman with a remarkable ability to snap chains and bend iron bars...

The Secret Doctrine of the Rosicrucians The Flame of Life, Higher Planes of Consciousness, Metempsychosis and the Seven Cosmic Principles by Magus Incognito and William Walker Atkinson This study...