1711 results for 'Sloman, Steven'

Medieval Wales: Centuries of Ambiguity by David Stephenson offers a fresh perspective on the history of Wales during the eleventh to fourteenth centuries. Challenging the traditional view that the...

The Originals: The Secret History of the Birth of the SAS in Their Own Words by Gordon Stevens. For over 120 hours, the founding members of the Special Air Service (SAS) shared their stories,...

Steven Rhodes' My Little Occult Book Club A Creepy Collection is a humorous collection of parody book covers for aspiring occultists and enthusiasts. The book features illustrated fake titles,...

Vlad Taltos is in love. With a former assassin who may just be better at the Game than he is. A wedding is being planned, along with a shady deal gone wrong and a dead man who owes Vlad money...

Joe Pickett's latest adventure begins with an unlikely job offer from Silicon Valley billionaire Steven Price. As game warden for Wyoming's Twelve Sleep County, Joe is tasked with leading Price on a...

The Mind Leading Scientists Explore the Brain, Memory, Personality, and Happiness By John Brockman This thought-provoking collection brings together some of the world's most influential scientists...

The Lotus Esprit: A Masterpiece of Design and Technology Launched in 1976, the Lotus Esprit remained at the forefront of its market segment for almost three decades. Its design underwent regular...

Life in Colour: How Animals See the World reveals a fascinating world previously unknown to us. Professor Martin Stevens explores the complex system of colour communication used by animals, from the...

Easter Island, a remote outpost in the South Pacific, has long been shrouded in mystery. Its 300 stone heads stand sentinel against the forces of time and nature. In "Island at the End of the World",...

The Eternal Letter: A lavishly illustrated examination of the enduring influence of and many variations on the classical Roman capital letter. This book offers a series of essays by highly regarded...

The B-26 "Flak-Bait" is the remarkable story of an American bomber that achieved unparalleled success during World War II. With 201 combat missions under its belt, it holds the record for the highest...

The Madness of Knowledge: An Exploration of the Emotional Life of Knowing Steven Connor's thought-provoking book delves into the inner world of knowledge, revealing how our desire for understanding...

Behind the walls of England's first Criminal Lunatic Asylum, a complex and often disturbing world existed. Mark Stevens reveals the lives of patients whose mental illnesses led them to become...

Gone Feral Wild in the Woods and Fells of the Lake District is a personal account of one man's experience living rough in the woods, as he struggles to come to terms with his circumstances. With no...

Hardcover 656 pages (2022) The durability of authoritarian regimes is a paradox. Despite facing extreme challenges such as economic crisis and mass discontent, many dictatorships have survived for...

Sherlock: the Essential Arthur Conan Doyle Adventures Volume 2 brings together some of the most iconic stories from the legendary detective's canon. This carefully curated collection showcases the...

The Reversion by Steven C. Smith offers a unique perspective on survival and preparedness in the face of catastrophic collapse. This novel tells the story of Jim Wyatt, who has been preparing for...

For those new to multisport racing, this updated edition offers a friendly and accessible guide to training for standard-distance duathlons and triathlons. Written by Steven Jonas, who has completed...

The New Gettysburg Campaign Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to the Battle of 1863. This full-color guide provides an in-depth look at the Gettysburg Campaign, from June 9 to July 14, 1863. With clear...

Friedrich Kittler's influential work continues to shape contemporary media theory, literary criticism and cultural studies. This collection of essays provides a comprehensive understanding of his...

Sherry Shriner's online cult was built on a foundation of conspiracy theories and false claims. She preached about mysterious orgone energy and Christian prayer as defensive shields against forces of...

Global Democratic Theory: A Critical Introduction By Daniel Bray and Steven Slaughter Polity Press, 2015 272 pages, paperback This comprehensive introduction to global democratic theory explores how...

The Shtetl New Evaluations by Steven T. Katz explores the unique history and culture of Eastern European Jewish settlements, known as shtetls, which were distinct from other Jewish communities in...

Show of Hands: A Natural History of Sign Language by David F. Armstrong explores how sign languages have enriched human culture and expanded our understanding of the human condition. This engaging...

Ken Wilson Memorial Volume: Renormalization, Lattice Gauge Theory, and Quantum Fields This comprehensive volume celebrates the life and work of Ken Wilson, a renowned physicist who made significant...

The Ultimate Liverpool F.C. Trivia Book is a comprehensive collection of trivia quizzes and fun facts for die-hard Liverpool fans. The book covers the entire club history, from its formation to the...

Stealing Fire: How Silicon Valley, the Navy SEALs, and Maverick Scientists Are Revolutionizing the Way We Live and WorkBy harnessing rare and controversial states of consciousness, trailblazers from...

Enlightenment Now: The Case for Reason, Science, Humanism, and Progress by Steven Pinker is a thought-provoking exploration of modernity's progress and the challenges we face today. Pinker argues...

A riveting thriller by Wall Street Journal bestselling author Steven Konkoly follows FBI agent Garrett Mann as he hunts a serial killer. Five dismembered bodies are found along rural roads, but this...

Break free from the 'time for money' treadmill and build a business that works for you. Many business owners work long hours for low pay, leaving little time for family, friends, hobbies, or...

The Quantum Theory of Fields: Volume 1, Foundations by Steven Weinberg provides a comprehensive introduction to quantum field theory. This two-volume work covers the foundations of quantum field...

Scotland's greatest export. Sir Sean Connery was a titanic figure on screen and off for over half a century. This comprehensive exploration delves into his life, examining not just his most famous...

The Skeptics' Guide to the Future by Steven Novella is a thought-provoking exploration of the future, built upon the work of past futurists. By examining what they got right and wrong, Novella and...

Behind the glamour of Hollywood's most iconic night, discover the stories behind the stars' Oscar wins. In this exclusive collection of interviews, Turner Classic Movies host and entertainment media...

Steven Roger Fischer's A History of Language explores how human communication has evolved over time. From the early modes of expression used by whales and birds to the development of writing and the...

A comprehensive guide to improving bus services in the US, Better Buses, Better Cities offers actionable steps and real-world stories of reform. Transit expert Steven Higashide shares his expertise...

Nobel Laureate Steven Weinberg presents a comprehensive introduction to supersymmetry in this third volume of The Quantum Theory of Fields. Supersymmetry is a highly active area of theoretical...

Piranesi and the Modern Age by Victor Plahte Tschudi explores how the etchings of Giovanni Battista Piranesi have influenced modern literature, photography, art, film, and architecture. Tschudi...

At eighteen, Alice Ware is a young woman with a thirst for life. Determined to seize every opportunity that comes her way, she sets out to make the most of her youth in Yorkshire at the start of a...

Neuroscience for the Mental Health Clinician, Second Edition by Steven R. Pliszka provides a comprehensive understanding of neuroscience essential to contemporary mental health practice. This concise...

A Tarnished Life by Geraldine Stevens is a heart-wrenching family saga that follows Emma's journey from childhood to adulthood. As she navigates the challenges of life, love, and loss, her hopes are...

Seen in the Mirror: Things from the Cartin Collection is an intimate and personal collection of art and objects assembled by Mickey Cartin over several decades. The publication offers a unique...

A collection of thought-provoking articles from world-class researchers offers insights into some of today's most interesting and least understood topics. From ancient mysteries to unexplained...

The Psychology of Character and Virtue by Craig Steven Titus explores the complex nature of human character and virtue. Deliberate unethical acts and persistent urges to do evil pose significant...

Understanding Immigration in Ireland: A Sociological Analysis Steven Loyal's comprehensive study explores the transformation of Irish society through immigration. From the Great Famine to the 1990s,...

Good Boss Better Boss: Practical Leadership Models for Post-COVID Success by Steven F. Coyle is a new guide to effective management in today's work environment. In this book, Coyle shares practical...

This introduction to literary theory provides a clear and accessible guide to applying contemporary theories to a wide range of texts. From Shakespeare to James, Stevens, Joyce, Pinter, Updike, and...

SoulStroller: A Memoir of Self-Discovery and Transformation. This memoir follows Kayce Stevens Hughlett as she leaves behind her carefully constructed comfort zone to explore the world, meet healers...

Artificial Life: A Report from the Frontier Where Computers Meet Biology by Steven Levy is a thought-provoking exploration of the intersection between technology and life. This book introduces...

High Moor is a horror novel that revisits a long-forgotten terror from the author's past. When a series of gruesome animal attacks rocks his hometown, John Simpson is forced to confront the truth he...

The Spirit of Inquiry: How One Extraordinary Society Shaped Modern Science By Susannah Gibson Oxford University Press, 2019 In the early 19th century, science was a relatively new and unimportant...

Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks by Elizabeth Semmelhack explores the latest innovations in shoe design, from cutting-edge materials and technologies to virtual footwear. This book...

Urban Temples of Cthulhu - Modern Mythos Anthology by Khurt Khave;James Pratt;Steven Roman;Brian Seitzman;Aaron Besson;Carl Jennings;Stuart Conover;Jeff Stevenson;M. C. Bluhm;David Acord;Allen...

The Daemon Knows: A Masterful Exploration of American Literary Greatness Harold Bloom's latest work is a culmination of five years of writing and a lifetime of reading and scholarship, offering an...

Ray Harryhausen: Titan of Cinema tells the personal story of a film legend who revolutionised modern cinema with his groundbreaking stop-motion animation. Vanessa Harryhausen shares 100 objects and...

A comprehensive guide to Thomas Pynchon's Gravity's Rainbow is now in its second edition. This updated companion provides detailed analysis and explanation of the novel's complex structure, weaving...

Nothing Succeeds Like Failure: The Sad History of American Business Schools by Steven Conn explores the often-disappointing reality behind the ideals of business education in the United States. From...

A Blistering Tell-All History: How the Republican Party Became Donald Trump Stuart Stevens, one of the most successful Republican political operatives of his generation, offers a devastating portrait...

Leni Riefenstahl: A Life of Ambition and Compromise Steven Bach's biography of Leni Riefenstahl is a groundbreaking work that challenges the public's perception of this complex figure. Drawing on...

Architecture is facing a crisis. For two decades, debates in the field have become fragmented and exhausted. What's needed now is a clear direction for designing and building our environment. Michael...

Discover Your True Self with 'Do the New You' New York Times bestselling author and pastor Steven Furtick invites you to explore six practical mindsets that can help you live out your God-given...

A new era of individualism is transforming the way we work and live. Creative individuals like Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, Oprah Winfrey, and Steven Spielberg are changing the world with their unique...

Reclaiming the Fire: How Successful People Overcome Burnout by Steven Berglas This groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on avoiding burnout and finding fulfillment in high-pressure careers...

Monastic Reform as Process: A Study of Seven Monasteries in Flanders between 900 and 1100. The history of monastic institutions in medieval Europe may appear uniform at first glance, but a closer...

The First Vision: A Biography of Memory and Mormon Origins by Steven C. Harper explores the story behind the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' founding. In 1820, Joseph Smith claimed to...

Tony Cohen defined Australia's punk and rock sounds in the late '70s, '80s and '90s. His long career took him from Melbourne and Sydney studios to West Berlin and London's Abbey Road, working with...

They Called Us Enemy: Expanded Edition by George Takei, Justin Eisinger, Steven Scott and Harmony Becker is a powerful graphic memoir that tells the story of an American icon's journey to...

Steven Johnson's Extra Life: A Short History of Living Longer tells the epic story of humanity's greatest achievement - doubling our life expectancy in just one century. From 1920, when global life...

A chilling serial killer thriller from Steven Dunne. When four students at Derby College are reported missing, few in the police force pay much attention. But then a disturbing film is discovered...

The Student EQ Edge: Emotional Intelligence and Your Academic and Personal Success is a comprehensive guide to helping students develop essential life skills. This Facilitation and Activity Guide,...

A Caring County? Social Welfare in Hertfordshire from 1600 by Steven King and Gillian Gear explores the complex history of welfare in Hertfordshire over four centuries. This comparative study brings...

American hospitals are unique institutions that blend public and private elements to form a complex "industry". In Sickness and in Wealth explores this paradoxical system, revealing that voluntary...

The Politics of Pure Science by Daniel S. Greenberg is a thought-provoking work that challenges the notion of scientific detachment in American politics and society. First published in 1999, this...

Steven Peacock's "Reading 24: TV Against the Clock" is a critical analysis of the groundbreaking television series "24". First broadcast in 2001, the show was hailed as one of the 'Best Television...

When the Press Fails: Political Power and the News Media from Iraq to Katrina By W. Lance Bennett, Regina G. Lawrence, and Steven Livingston This book examines the relationship between political...

The Actors Studio: A History by Shelly Frome provides an in-depth look at the influential workshop that has shaped the world of theatre and film. Founded in the 1930s, the studio was established on...

Numerical Methods for Engineers by Steven C. Chapra and Raymond P. Canale is a comprehensive guide to standard numerical methods used in engineering problem solving. The eighth edition retains the...

Steven Mithen's Land of the Ilich: Journey into Islay's Past is an in-depth exploration of the Hebridean island of Islay, spanning thousands of years. As an archaeologist with extensive experience on...

The Ultimate History of Video Games, Volume 2: Nintendo, Sony, Microsoft, and the Billion-Dollar Battle to Shape Modern Gaming by Steven L. Kent. A behind-the-scenes look at the video game industry's...

A chilling thriller from internationally bestselling author Sidney Sheldon. In New York, Denver, Paris and Berlin, four people have died in apparent accidents, leaving their widows to face a series...

Learning ACT: An Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Skills Training Manual for Therapists by Jason B. Luoma, Steven C. Hayes and Robyn D. Walser provides a comprehensive update to the pioneering...

The Future Is Faster Than You Think: A Practical Playbook for Technological Convergence in Our Modern Era. In their previous books, Abundance and Bold, Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler explored the...

The Innocent Killer by Michael Griesbach A shocking true story of wrongful conviction and murder, re-examined through the eyes of a veteran prosecutor. Steven Avery's case, which led to his...

The Crisis of German Ideology: Intellectual Origins of the Third Reich by George L. Mosse This landmark work explores the ideological foundations of Nazism in Germany, tracing the intellectual...

Murder Ballads Old & New: A Dark and Bloody Record is an exploration of humanity's enduring need to document the darker aspects of life. This collection delves into the world of murder ballads,...

Shane is a masterful Western film that has become synonymous with Hollywood's Golden Age. Directed by George Stevens, it is a poignant and atmospheric tribute to an era and genre. The film tells the...

Competitive Authoritarianism: Hybrid Regimes After the Cold War By Steven Levitsky and Lucan A. Way Cambridge University Press, 2010 This book examines the rise of competitive authoritarian regimes...

Sport Stars: The Cultural Politics of Sporting Celebrity By David L. Andrews and Steven J. Jackson This book explores the complex relationships between sport stars, the media, and society, examining...

New York's Finest tells the story of two remarkable individuals who played a pivotal role in transforming Fear City into one of America's safest big cities. Detective Steven McDonald, shot and...

American writers have long been drawn to jazz, and in turn, jazz has had a profound influence on American literature. In "Fascinating Rhythm", David Yaffe explores the relationship between jazz and...

Building a brand that stands out in business or life requires a mindset that's open to change and risk-taking. Steven Grasse, a renowned marketer and distiller, shares his approach to brand mysticism...

Sync: The Emerging Science of Spontaneous Order by Steven Strogatz The universe is full of harmony and order, arising from cycles that are in sync. This phenomenon extends far beyond human...

The Changing Sky: A Practical Guide to Predictive Astrology by Steven Forrest This comprehensive guide to predictive astrology builds upon the foundational principles presented in The Inner Sky,...

Diary of a Fallen Psychoanalyst: The Work Books of Masud Khan 1967-1972 by Linda Hopkins and Steven Kuchuck is a unique and fascinating account of the life of Masud Khan, an Indian-born British...

A Nation Without Borders: The United States and Its World in an Age of Civil Wars, 1830-1910 by Steven Hahn. This sweeping narrative reinterprets eight decades surrounding the American Civil War,...

The T-54 and T-55 Main Battle Tanks 1944-2004 by Steven J. Zaloga provides an in-depth examination of one of the most widely produced tanks in history. From their origins as part of the Soviet Army's...

Max Steiner: A Life in Music Max Steiner was a composer who revolutionised film music. His work spanned seven decades and included iconic scores for classics like Casablanca, King Kong, and Gone with...

Deng Xiaoping A Revolutionary Life by Alexander Pantsov and Steven I. Levine is a comprehensive biography that explores the life of China's former paramount leader. Based on newly discovered...

The Touch of Civilization: A Comparative History of Internal Colonization in America and Russia. This comparative history explores how the United States and Russia pursued internal colonization...

Law of the Jungle: A $19 Billion Battle for the online marketplaces Rainforest The story of Steven Donziger's 20-year crusade against Big Oil is one of obsession, determination and the unyielding...