10000 results for 'Hemming, Henry'

The Fifth Queen Trilogy: Rise and Fall of Katharine Howard A historical novel trilogy presenting a fictionalized account of Katharine Howard's life at the Court of Henry VIII. The trilogy follows her...

Tragedy in the Victorian Novel: Theory and Practice in the Novels of George Eliot, Thomas Hardy and Henry James by Jeannette King. The rise of the novel as a literary genre in the 19th century marked...

In Paradise, WV, a small West Virginia town ravaged by the opioid epidemic, two teenagers, Henry and Jane Lusher, face unimaginable challenges. Their father, Hollis, is a convicted serial killer...

Simon de Montfort's life was marked by charisma, determination and fearlessness, qualities that served him well in his rebellion against the king. This biography follows his journey from birth to...

Sarah Fortune inherited her flat from one of her many lovers. Now, a son has appeared claiming it is his, morally if not strictly legally, and he is using abusive letters to persuade Sarah to give it...

A Summer of Second Chances by Carol Thomas is a heartwarming romance that explores the complexities of first love and second chances. Ava Flynn's life is marked by routine and responsibility, running...

Assimilating Seoul offers a fresh perspective on the history of colonial Korea's capital city. This first book-length study in English challenges traditional nationalist narratives by exploring the...

Michael Henry Heim was a translator of remarkable scope and impact. Over his career, he translated more than sixty works from eight different languages, bringing literature to a wider audience. His...

The Starling Chronicles - The Starlings of Ramblewood by Dash Hoffman is a heart-pounding adventure that follows 14-year-old Jules as she navigates her mother's sudden passing and the unexpected...

A haunting, immersive mystery awaits in the quiet Welsh village of Penhelyg. When a grave mistake forces Henry Talbot to take a new position as a village doctor, he uncovers a sinister plot that...

The Private Lives of the Tudors: Uncovering the Secrets of Britain's Greatest Dynasty Discover the intimate stories behind the Tudor monarchs, as historian Tracy Borman delves into the lives of Henry...

A palm reader's life takes a dark turn in this Southern Gothic horror novel. Madi Price, a teenager who struck out on her own, returns to her hometown of Brandywine, Virginia, with her daughter, only...

A More Perfect Union by Tammye Huf is set against the backdrop of 19th-century America. In this powerful debut novel, Henry O'Toole's journey to escape poverty and famine in Ireland leads him to the...

Simon de Montfort: A Life of Rebellion and Revolution In the 13th century, Simon de Montfort's life was marked by controversy, recklessness, and heroism. Born in France to a crusading father, he...

Wasp: Small Worlds collects the first four issues of Wasp (2023) #1-4 and Tales to Astonish (1959) #44, marking 60 years of the iconic Wasp's adventures. Janet Van Dyne, a fashion designer and...

The Shadow of Ashlydyat by Henry Wood is a dramatic masterpiece that explores the complexities of family, morality, and class. When the patriarch of the Godolphin family passes away, he leaves his...

Curl up with this heartwarming novel about a woman who's trying to move on from her past. After a long-term relationship ends, Bea Armstrong returns home to Sherwood Forest for Christmas, only to...

Explore the radical ideas and writings of America's first major intellectual movement, Transcendentalism. This comprehensive anthology brings together the essential works of Ralph Waldo Emerson,...

The Empire and the Five Kings: America's Abdication and the Fate of the World by Bernard-Henri Lévy A provocative analysis of America's withdrawal from world leadership and the rising powers that...

The Virus in the Age of Madness by Bernard-Henri Lévy In this thought-provoking essay, philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy examines how the coronavirus pandemic has exposed the fault lines of contemporary...

Published in 2021, Escal-Vigor is a groundbreaking work of LGBTQ literature that explores themes of identity and acceptance. Written by Georges Eekhoud, this novel was praised by some of Belgium's...

Jane Seymour: A Desperate Pursuit of Happiness in 16th-Century England. In 1535, Jane Seymour is desperate to marry and secure her place in the world. When the royal court visits her ancestral manor,...

Emma Henry likes things nice and orderly, but even she can't resist letting loose sometimes. When her sister's bachelorette party prompts Emma to take a break from her usual routine, the results are...

The Last Lesbian Bar in the Midlands by Cleo Henry is a collection of poems that explore themes of identity, community, and belonging. This anthology brings together voices from across the UK,...

Wolf Hall Companion by Lauren Mackay A comprehensive guide to the Tudor era, this companion book provides an in-depth look at the key figures and places that shaped the history of England during the...

The White Princess by Philippa Gregory In the aftermath of the Battle of Bosworth Field, Henry Tudor claims the throne of England, but his marriage to Elizabeth of York is complicated by her...

The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James In this poignant and thought-provoking novel, Henry James explores the complex relationship between money and happiness through the story of Isabel Archer, a...

Jane Rochford: A Life of Drama and Survival At the heart of Henry VIII's tumultuous reign was Jane Rochford, sister-in-law to Anne Boleyn and cousin to Katherine Howard. Her life was one of...

The Battle of Shrewsbury 1403: A Turning Point in English History In October 1403, two armies clashed outside the town of Shrewsbury in a pivotal battle that would shape the course of English history...

Summer 1522 brings a wave of pomp to Henry VIII's court as the Imperial emperor, Charles V, arrives. Anthony Blanke, son of John Blanke, is tasked with taking centre stage in a masque of King Arthur...

A reunion with her past could be just what Maya needs. Volunteering at Reki Island Children's Camp has brought her a sense of purpose, but it's also thrown her back into the path of an old flame...

A new voice in American literature brings us a novel about friendship, love and baseball. Henry Skrimshander, a shy college student with a remarkable talent for the game, finds himself at the centre...

Kakapo Keeper is a unique and fascinating account of New Zealand's conservation efforts in the late 19th century. Based on the true story of Andrew Burt, who worked as an assistant to Richard Henry,...

Medieval England was marked by a succession of powerful kings who seized power through usurpation, shaping the course of European history in the process. This book examines six key figures from this...

Reconstructing the Life of Henry Breault: A New Perspective on Pre-War Submarine History Celebrating 100 years since the first submariner received the Congressional Medal of Honor, this book offers a...

Silent Screams Into and Out of Bulimia Through Poetry by Lori Henry is a powerful collection of poetry that offers a raw and honest look at the experiences of those struggling with eating disorders...

A Small Radius of Light: A Retrospective by G. Daniel Massad and Joyce Henri Robinson is a comprehensive exploration of the artist's work over nearly four decades. Following a career shift in the...

The Fifth Queen by Ford Madox Ford is a neglected masterpiece about Katharine Howard, the fifth queen of Henry VIII. Intelligent and beautiful, Kat Howard catches the eye of Henry VIII and becomes...

Sherlock Holmes and The Beast of the Stapletons by James Lovegrove is a chilling tale that reunites the iconic detective with a monstrous creature from Dartmoor's dark past. Five years after the...

The Wholeness of Nature Goethe's Way of Science by Henri Bortoft Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's approach to science is a style of learning and understanding that has largely fallen out of favour today...

Jane Seymour: A Desperate Pursuit of Happiness in 16th Century England. In 1535, Jane Seymour is desperate to marry and secure her place in the world. When the court visits her ancestral manor, she...

Henry Cage's life seemed secure. He had built a successful career and wealth, and was respected for his integrity. But as he approached retirement, his carefully constructed world began to crumble. A...

William Lockhart: A Forgotten Giant of the Victorian Catholic Church William Lockhart was a prominent figure in the Victorian Catholic Church, yet his story is often overlooked. Born into a wealthy...

John de Vere, Thirteenth Earl of Oxford, was a man whose career spanned over five decades and witnessed some of the most tumultuous periods in English history. From his recovery of his earldom after...

Dialectical Materialism by Henri LefebvreThis influential work explores the core principles of dialectical materialism, a philosophical framework that seeks to understand the nature of society and...

Stalin: A New World Seen Through One ManThis early work by Henri Barbusse offers a unique perspective on the social and political history of Russia, focusing on the life and times of the Russian...

Sorrows of Eros and Other Poems is a collection of verse by Henry Weinfield, drawn from 15 years of work.This selection presents a range of poetic works that showcase the author's unique voice and...

Dr. Henry Grayson offers a fresh approach to relationships in this thought-provoking book.By exploring the root causes of relationship problems, Dr. Grayson provides a new framework for understanding...

Set in the lush Venezuelan rainforest, this 2007 edition of Green Mansions tells a haunting tale of love and loss. A European man's romance with a mysterious jungle girl is marked by vivid...

Miss Marple y los 13 problemas is a Spanish-language edition of Agatha Christie's mystery novel. In this version, Miss Marple gathers her friends to discuss unsolved crimes every week at her home...

Henry James's masterpiece explores the intersection of American innocence and European experience in this refined tale.The story follows Lambert Strether, a seasoned diplomat, as he travels to Paris...

Weird Tales 300 celebrates the legacy of Robert Bloch with this special issue. This collection features a previously unpublished collaboration between Bloch and Henry Kuttner, alongside contributions...

Henry Bushkin's intimate and incisive account of Johnny Carson's life at the height of his fame and power.This is a story told from the unique perspective of Carson's lawyer, wingman, fixer, and...

A 2016 reissue of a lecture delivered by William Henry Hadow in 1925, exploring the relationship between music and poetry. This book presents an examination of the connections between these two art...

Bergson - Arg Philosophers by Alan Robert LaceyA comprehensive exploration of Henri Bergson's philosophical ideas, this book provides an in-depth analysis of his thought and its significance for...

Catherine de' Medici's marriage to Henry of Orleans was a union born of politics, not love. Her life took an unwanted turn, one that would lead her down a path of power and rivalry with another woman...

Discover the remarkable story of William Paget, who rose from obscurity to become one of Henry VIII's most influential advisors. From humble beginnings, Paget navigated the treacherous world of Tudor...

Jacques Henri Lartigue: A Young Photographer's Visionary Eye This book explores the early work of Jacques Henri Lartigue, one of the twentieth century's most celebrated photographers. Capturing the...

Discover the fascinating story of the Tudor dynasty, one of the most iconic periods in British history. From Henry VII's successful end to the Wars of the Roses, to Henry VIII's six marriages and the...

Basic Rights Subsistence, Affluence, and U.S. Foreign Policy: 40th Anniversary Edition by Henry Shue This influential work explores the fundamental human rights that underpin global justice and...

In a Dark Wood Wandering: A Novel of the Middle Ages by Hella S. Haasse Set against the backdrop of one of history's most tumultuous periods, this epic novel brings to life the complex web of...

The Many and the Few: A Chronicle of the Dynamic Auto Workers By Henry Kraus Published in 1985 by University of Illinois Press In June 1937, workers at General Motors' Flint, Michigan plant took an...

David Henry Wilson's humorous stories about a mischievous young boy are a treat for younger readers. With a knack for getting into trouble, the boy's antics are both entertaining and endearing...

Lenny Henry's debut playwriting work is a poignant and humorous exploration of one life's experience shaped by the Windrush Scandal.This powerful portrayal sheds light on the injustice faced by those...

Dear Grandpa celebrates the special bond between grandpa and grandson. Henry lives far away from his grandfather, but love can be closer than you think.The story explores how even with distance,...

Ted's toilet has a secret: it takes him back in time to any point in history. Now, he's on a mission to learn to dance in Tudor times, but his adventure takes a surprising turn when he meets Henry...

The Leprechaun's Gold tells the story of two harpists who enter a contest to find the finest musician in Ireland. Young Tom is determined to win, but his plans are foiled by a clever trickster - a...

Kant's Theory of Taste: A Reading of the Critique of Aesthetic JudgmentThis comprehensive study offers a systematic and philosophically astute account of Kant's views on aesthetics, making it an...

The Secret Life of Words: How English Became English by Henry Hitchings The history of English is a rich tapestry of words borrowed from many languages. From the Arabic word for "shampoo" to the...

Catherine of Aragon's story is one of courage and resilience in the face of adversity. Born into a royal family, she was sent to England as a young woman to marry Prince Arthur, but her life took a...

The Princes in the Tower: A Re-examination of the Evidence By Josephine Wilkinson, published by Amberley Publishing. In the summer of 1483, two young boys were taken into the Tower of London and...

The Meaning of History is a seminal work by Henry Kissinger, first written as his senior thesis at Harvard University in 1950. Now published for the first time, this comprehensive study explores the...

The Accidental Creative: How to Be Brilliant at a Moment's Notice by Todd Henry. In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel like our creative potential is beyond our control. We often only pay...

Serena Otaki's life was one of simple pleasures. She loved smashing atoms at the particle collider and enjoying spicy tofu. But despite her carefree existence, she had given up on love. For Henry...

Lady Georgiana Fowling's collection of Golden Age of Mystery writers' first editions is now in my care. As curator, I've learned to balance the good with the bad. On one of our first days open to the...

The Compromise of 1850 and How It Changed the Course of American History by John C. Waugh. In December 1849, the United States stood at a critical juncture, having recently doubled in size following...

Henry Kissinger: A Biography by Walter Isaacson Henry Kissinger, the bespectacled teenager, stood in the corner of his Bavarian apartment, memorizing the scene as his parents packed their belongings...

In 1402 A.D., Sir Richmond le Bec was entrusted with a mission of great importance. He was tasked with protecting the child of Henry of Bolingbroke, born to a married woman who had been promised to...

The Story of Hiawatha by Winston Stokes and Henry Wadsworth Longfellow is a retelling of the legendary tale of the great leader who united the Iroquois tribes. In this version, the story is brought...

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...

Under grey skies and through the ruins of war, two veterans battled for the Tour's first yellow jersey. Firmin Lambot and Eugene Christophe had raced each other into the ground; the race had come...

Shropshire's literary landscape is a treasure trove of inspiration for writers and nature lovers alike. This collection brings together extracts from some of the most celebrated authors in English...

The Chestnut King (100 Cupboards Book 3) by N. D. Wilson In the thrilling conclusion to the 100 Cupboards series, Henry faces his greatest challenge yet. After releasing the undying witch Nimiane...

A story of faith and self-reflection, "In His Steps" by Charles M. Sheldon explores the idea that emulating Christ in everyday life can lead to profound personal growth. When an out-of-work man...

Assimilating Seoul: Japanese Rule and the Politics of Public Space in Colonial Korea, 1910-1945 by Todd A. Henry offers a fresh perspective on the history of Seoul during the colonial period. This...

Hollywood is a novel by Charles Bukowski that follows the life of Henry Chinaski as he navigates the challenges of his own identity.Chinaski's struggles against the establishment are mirrored in the...

Dirt Bike Adventures - Exploring the Forest by Vanessa GoodmanA heartwarming tale of teamwork and perseverance, this story follows Henry and his trusty dirt bike as they navigate the challenges of...

Three never-before-translated books from Henri Michaux's period of mescaline experimentation are presented here. The works feature drawings by the author and Matta.The collection includes previously...

Ronnie Hood by Henry Sowter is a 42-page hardcover book published in December 2023. This novel tells the story of Ronnie Hood, exploring themes and ideas that are relevant to readers interested in...

Agincourt: The King, the Campaign, the Battle On 25 October 1415, a pivotal moment in European warfare took place at Azincourt in the Pas-de-Calais. This turning-point in the Hundred Years War...

Elizabeth of Lancaster, sister to the future King Henry IV, has learned the shrewd tricks of the court from England's most powerful men. In a time of political turmoil, allegiance to family is...

At the age of ten, Fanny Price leaves her humble home to be raised by her wealthy relatives in the grand estate of Mansfield Park. She accepts her lower status and gradually falls in love with her...

Katherine Parr: Opportunist, Queen, Reformer is a fresh perspective on the life of Katherine Parr, the sixth and final wife of Henry VIII. While most biographers portray her as driven by a desire for...

The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James Isabel Archer's life is one of freedom and choice. Brought to Europe by her wealthy aunt Touchett, she is expected to marry well, but Isabel has other plans...

Henri Matisse: A Master of Colour and Form Henri Matisse was a pioneer of bold, vibrant colours and simple forms in art. His work spanned multiple mediums, including painting, drawing, sculpture, and...

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, 1864-1901: A World of Energy and Story. In the world of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, Paris was alive with music, dance, and performance. This introductory book takes you into...

Sherlock Holmes and the Long Acre Vampire by Val Andrews is a gripping mystery that weaves together the world of Victorian London with the eerie atmosphere of Bram Stoker's Dracula. When three bodies...

Count All Her Bones by April Henry In this gripping thriller, Cheyenne's life is forever changed when she's held captive by her former captor. As they prepare to testify against him, Griffin and...

The History of William Marshal is one of the most extraordinary stories of the Middle Ages. Completed by a household minstrel shortly after his death, this biography gives a unique portrait of a...

The six children of King George V and Queen Mary all lived to maturity except for Prince John. Their lives were marked by both personal struggles and significant contributions to society. Prince...