2136 results for 'de Boer, Martinus C. (Vrije Universiteit of Amsterdam, The Nethe'

Discover your own path to motherhood with confidence and empowerment. Hollie de Cruz's guide helps you understand and respond to your baby's needs, develop your maternal instincts, and build...

This compact guide to Lisbon is a convenient companion for exploring the city's top attractions and hidden gems. From the historic Alfama district to the modern Parque das Nações, this guidebook...

Princesses of Heaven: The Flowers This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the inspiring stories of six remarkable women who lived with faith, hope, and love. Each princess in heaven is...

The Monk by Matthew Lewis Published in 1796, this Gothic novel tells the story of Ambrosio, a Capuchin superior who succumbs to temptation and descends into depravity. The novel's sensational and...

Discover how to make the most of every precious moment with Lonely Planet's guide to 250+ travel experiences. Whether you have an hour, day, week, month or year, this book will appeal to readers you...

The Trail of Blood A Gripping Historical Murder Mystery In the midst of a brewing war between Scotland and England, a gruesome discovery on the border threatens to unleash a bloodbath. French...

Inhibitor Phase by Alastair Reynolds is a gripping space opera that follows Miguel de Ruyter, a man with a troubled past, as he embarks on a perilous mission to eliminate a passing ship that...

The Pluralistic Therapy Primer by Kate Smith and Ani de la Prida is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practice of pluralistic therapy. This approach to therapy emerged in response to the...

A collection of five thrilling adventure stories retold for young readers. This book brings together 'The Count of Monte Cristo', 'The Prisoner of Zenda', 'Don Quixote', 'The Three Musketeers' and...

The Widows' Wine Club by Julia Jarman is a heartwarming story about three women who form an unlikely friendship in a bereavement group. Despite their shared struggles, they find common ground in...

Mini Philosophy: A Small Book of Big Ideas Explore the big questions in life with bite-sized portions of philosophy from some of the greatest minds of the last 2500 years. From Sun Tzu's strategy for...

The Red Shoes by Pamela Hutchinson This study of the 1948 film explores its innovative use of cinematic arts, including Technicolor, music, choreography, editing, and art direction. Hutchinson...

David Millar's autobiography is a candid and unflinching account of his life as a professional cyclist. From his early days sleeping in rented rooms in France to his rise to fame on the Tour de...

Join Carlton Kirby on a year-long journey through the world of professional cycling, as he navigates the iconic and the bizarre. From the Spring Classics to the Grand Tours and on to the World...

The miraculous history of Notre Dame de Paris is a story of profound emotion and human achievement. From its construction in 1163 to the present day, this iconic cathedral has crystallised what our...

The Ontological Turn: An Anthropological Exposition A new and influential theoretical orientation in anthropology, the 'ontological turn' is gaining significant attention in contemporary philosophy...

A new translation of Roberto Calasso's thought-provoking work on violence and revolution, set against the backdrop of mythology and art. This book explores two main subjects: Charles-Maurice de...

A powerful de-colonial retelling of Mansfield Park, exploring identity, culture, race and love. This Motherless Land is a spirited exploration of culture and kinship - of how we belong, and to whom...

Discover 55 spectacular road rides across the UK, carefully selected for their scenic routes and minimal traffic. Experienced rider Clive Forth has tested these routes to ensure they offer stunning...

Conan the Barbarian: Bound In Black Stone Vol.1 is an Eisner-nominated story that heralds a new era of action-packed sword-slashing adventures. Written by Jim Zub and featuring dynamic artwork by...

Commedia dell'arte: A Practical Guide for Troupes by John Rudlin provides an in-depth exploration of this vital theatrical form. The book delves into its origins and charts its recent revival,...

Lore van de Oest awakens in an alley to the sound of rain, her body battered and bruised. Her identity implant is gone, leaving her with no memory of who she is or how she got there. As she tries to...

Foucault: A Very Short Introduction by Gary Gutting provides an in-depth exploration of the life and thought of one of philosophy's most influential figures. Born in 1926, Michel Foucault was a...

The French Riviera has long been a source of inspiration for writers. This literary guide takes you on a journey along its famous coast, from Hyeres to the Italian border, introducing the lives and...

Get Your Life in Order with Martha Stewart's Expert Guidance Martha Stewart's Organizing The Manual is a comprehensive guide to bringing order to your life, home, and routines. With hundreds of...

Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 2 is a comprehensive guide to the art of French cuisine. First published in 1961, this book represents a commitment to a certain way of life, one that values...

The Night Circus A mysterious and enchanting circus appears seemingly out of nowhere, its black and white striped tents towering above the grey sky. As dusk falls, tiny lights begin to flicker across...

Thirty Days in Paris is a gorgeously romantic and uplifting novel about a woman's journey of self-discovery and second chances. Juliet leaves a piece of her heart in Paris years ago, and now, with...

Experience the authentic flavours of Spain with this comprehensive cookbook from the creators of the acclaimed Barrafina restaurant.Inside, you'll find over 120 recipes to help you recreate the...

Align Your Team for Success with This Powerful Visual Management Tool High-Impact Tools for Teams is a practical guide to using a simple yet powerful tool to help team leaders and members align and...

This comprehensive overview of Chinese porcelain history explores the evolution of the great kilns and the cultural implications of porcelain's shapes, uses, colors, styles, and patterns. From its...

Aesthetics, the second volume of Michel Foucault's collected works, explores the philosophy, literature, and art that shaped his approach to ethics and power. Foucault engages with key thinkers such...

Philippe Coutinho: From Backyard to Superstar The story of Philippe Coutinho is one of passion, dedication and perseverance. From the sun-kissed streets of Rio de Janeiro to the iconic stadiums of...

The Atlas of Microstates is a fascinating atlas that explores the unique history, politics, and self-determination of the world's smallest states. Defined as sovereign states with a very small...

Rudolf Steiner's Rosicrucian Wisdom: An Introduction to Modern Spirituality This comprehensive introduction to modern spirituality presents a unique blend of esoteric teaching and practical...

The Simple Guide to Understanding Shame in Children: What it Is, what Helps and how to Prevent Further Stress Or Trauma by Betsy de ThierryThis accessible guide provides straightforward answers and...

Parzival, composed in the early thirteenth century, is a re-creation and completion of the story left unfinished by its initiator Chrétien de Troyes. Set against the backdrop of King Arthur's court,...

The Mosquito Intruders: Target Burma is a detailed account of the RAF's daring low-level operations against Japan in Burma during World War II. Using diaries, first-hand accounts, and official...

The Form of the Book Book brings together key essays on the history and future of book design from leading graphic designers and theorists. This collection offers in-depth analyses of significant...

Charles II's Illegitimate Children: Royal Bastards The Stuart dynasty was marked by scandal and intrigue, particularly when it came to Charles II's numerous illegitimate children. Born out of...

The Agincourt Bride by Joanna Hickson is a historical novel that explores the tumultuous world of 15th-century France. When her own child dies, young Mette is forced into service as a wet-nurse at...

French Tales offers a rich and varied portrait of French society and culture through its short fiction. Spanning twenty-two regions across France, this collection brings together an engaging range of...

Discover the City of Lights with this stunning pop-up book. Dario Cestaro's vibrant illustrations bring Paris to life, showcasing its most famous landmarks in a unique and captivating way. From the...

Dark Continents: Psychoanalysis and Colonialism by Ranjana Khanna explores the intersection of psychoanalysis and colonialism, revealing how the former can be a powerful tool for understanding the...

Take a journey to Château-de-la-Motte Husson with Dick and Angel Strawbridge, the Sunday Times bestselling authors behind the hit Channel 4 series Escape to the Château. In their spellbinding memoir,...

The Ballroom Blitz by Anton Du Beke As the war rages on, the staff at the Buckingham Hotel must find a way to keep their guests entertained, despite the chaos outside. In the midst of the Blitz, the...

The Mexican Home Kitchen brings to life the traditional home-style dishes enjoyed every day in Mexican households. Mely Martínez shares recipes from her own family's kitchen, influenced by states...

The Encounter is a solo performance that weaves together fact and fiction to create a meditation on interconnectedness, perception and time. In 1969, Loren McIntyre, a National Geographic...

Belle's obsession with her skin and skincare videos has been a constant companion, but when her estranged mother Noelle mysteriously dies, her world is turned upside down. As she navigates the...

Long Live the Beautiful Hearts is the emotional, heart-wrenching conclusion to the Beautiful Hearts Duet by Emma Scott. After a lifetime of vows to protect her heart, the protagonist's world is...

The American West was forged in blood and thunder between 1846 and 1865. The United States invaded and conquered this vast territory, creating a nation that stretched from the Atlantic to the Pacific...

Richard Shakespeare's glittering career in London's playhouses is threatened by his older brother William's dominance. As a penniless actor with a silver tongue, Richard's gratitude turns to...

Brian Blomerth's Lilly Wave is a visually striking biography of John C. Lilly, a researcher whose groundbreaking work on the human mind and consciousness continues to fascinate. This latest...

Families and how to Survive Them by A. C. Robin Skynner and John Cleese offers practical advice on maintaining a happy, healthy family life. The authors explore a range of issues, including...

Discover the history and principles of psychology in this comprehensive introduction. Written by Nigel C. Benson, Introducing Psychology explores the subject's development, key figures, and major...

The Practical Guide for Healing Developmental Trauma is a comprehensive model for addressing complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and facilitating post-traumatic growth. Based on the...

The Journey to the West, Revised Edition, Volume 2 by Anthony C. Yu This revised edition of the classic Chinese novel brings the epic tale of Xuanzang's fourteen-year pilgrimage to a wider audience...

Learn to build and program your own projects with Arduino, a versatile platform that makes it easy to create prototypes using C and C++ programming and specific Arduino functions. This beginner's...

Military Aircraft Markings 2022 provides a comprehensive overview of the UK's military aviation, featuring the most complete listing of all UK Armed Forces aircraft. This annual publication includes...

The Book of the Sacred Magic of Abramelin the Mage is a comprehensive guide to ceremonial magic, drawing on the teachings of Abramelin of Egypt. This unique fifteenth century manuscript, preserved in...

The Rolls-Royce Merlin is one of the most iconic aero engines in history, powering some of the most famous aircraft of World War II. From the Battle of Britain to the Allied victory, the Merlin...

The de Havilland Mosquito was an aircraft that should never have existed, yet it proved to be the war-winning wonder that the RAF couldn't do without. Built of lightweight wood and powered by two...

Thirty years have passed since the disappearance of Billy, a ten-year-old boy who fell asleep in a tent in a quiet New Jersey cul-de-sac. The worst thing that ever happened on Hemlock Circle was...

Discover the beauty of southern Portugal with this comprehensive guide to 33 walks in the Algarve region. From the stunning coastline to the forested slopes of Monchique, this book showcases the...

The Stations of the Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain by Ronald Hutton This comprehensive history of the ritual year in Britain offers a fascinating exploration of the ways in which...

Learn how to read tarot cards and understand what the past, present, and future have to say about your life, especially as it pertains to friendships, family, and school. This guide, written by Nikki...

Learn to draw with precision and accuracy using the principles outlined in this comprehensive guide. First published in 1970, "How to Draw What You See" has remained a trusted resource for artists,...

A Dictionary of Biology by Robert Hine is a comprehensive reference work that has been fully revised and updated to reflect recent progress in the fields of biology, biophysics, and biochemistry. The...

The Climb: A harrowing account of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, as experienced mountaineer Anatoli Boukreev recounts his role in the tragic events. On May 1996, a severe blizzard struck, catching...

The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette In the late 19th century, the North Pole was a source of fascination, with theories about a verdant island and national glory at stake. James...

The Rise and Fall of the House of Medici by Christopher Hibbert This book explores the extraordinary influence of the Medici family on Florence's history. From their rise to power in the early 1430s,...

The Tour According to G: My Journey to the Yellow Jersey by Geraint Thomas Geraint Thomas's remarkable story is one of perseverance and triumph. For years, he was plagued by bad luck and crashes in...

La Palma, the greenest of the Canary Islands, offers walkers a diverse range of landscapes and scenery. From wide valleys to crater landscapes, pine forests, and banana plantations, each corner of...

Sir James de Grispere, newly appointed Royal Household Knight, is tasked with infiltrating and informing on rebels in the midst of the Hundred Years War. As he navigates the treacherous world of...

Superman Dawnbreaker by Matt De la Peña is a gripping story about a young hero struggling to balance his secret identity with the dangers that come with it. Clark Kent's life in Smallville is not as...

Layli and Majnun, a story of star-crossed lovers, has captivated readers for centuries with its poignant story of passion and spiritual longing. Written by Nezami Ganjavi in the 12th century, this...

Orpheus and Company: Contemporary Poems on Greek Mythology by Deborah De Nicola offers a diverse collection of fresh interpretations of Greek myths. This anthology brings together celebrated authors...

In the midst of war-torn kingdoms, loyalty and duty are put to the test. Ransom Barton and his wife Claire de Murrow have arrived in Legault with a claim to reclaim their birthright title. As they...

The Scapegoat by René Girard René Girard, a renowned critic of our time, explores the concept of "texts of persecution" in this thought-provoking work. Girard examines documents that recount...

I Am Not Sidney Poitier is a comic tour de force from Pulitzer Prize-nominated author Percival Everett. After the sudden death of his mother, Percival is left with a name no one understands, an...

A Pilgrim's Guide to the Camino Inglés The English Way Also Known As the Celtic Camino: Ferrol and Coruña -- SantiagoThis ancient route, once popular with pilgrims from England, Ireland, and Northern...

Discover the lives of 50 women who defied the odds and changed the world. From queens and politicians to explorers and sports figures, these women pursued their ambitions and achieved their dreams,...

Carlos Henrique Raposo, known to all as KAISER, is a man with a remarkable story. Born in 1980s Rio de Janeiro, he's a self-proclaimed king with a mullet and swagger that matches his confidence...

Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work explores the connection between emotions and behaviour in both humans and animals. Published thirteen years after his influential On the Origin of Species, this...

London Kelley needs balance and de-stress. Her friends suggest a casual hookup to help her unwind. But when she meets Drew Sullivan at her high school reunion, things don't go as planned. It turns...

In an increasingly polarised world, conversations with those who hold different views can feel impossible. Yet, it's often just one conversation away from reshaping someone's worldview. David...

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...

For those who know the thrill of watching live football, this book offers an insider's perspective on the sport. Duncan Hamilton takes readers on a journey through the game, exploring its stories and...

Danny Trejo's life story is one of stark contrasts - from the dark streets of his childhood to the bright lights of Hollywood stardom. This memoir takes readers on a journey through the highs and...

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. When Lai Zhen, an internet-famous survivalist, finds herself...

Talent is Never Enough Workbook: A Reflection on Creativity and FaithMaximize your natural talents and become a "Talent-plus" person with the guidance of leadership expert Dr. John C. Maxwell. This...

The ABRSM Grade 6 Piano syllabus for 2021 & 2022 is presented in this collection of nine pieces, carefully selected from Lists A, B and C. This repertoire offers an attractive and varied range of...

The Royal Ranger: The Missing Prince by John FlanaganWhen the Prince of Gallica goes missing, King Duncan knows that sending troops to rescue him could start a war. Instead, he turns to the Ranger...

Robert McCammon delivers a tour de force of storytelling in this masterful novel, a richly imagined portrait of the magical worldview of the young and the loss of innocence. Set against the idyllic...

Reimagine your biology, health, and the process of aging with Dr. Mark Hyman's guide to longevity. Aging has long been considered a normal process, but science today sees it as a treatable disease...

Unlocking the past is the key to the future. This heart-wrenching tale of love, war, and forgiveness spans two generations, two continents, and a lifetime of secrets. In the present day, Emilie de la...

Nate Silver's latest book, On the Edge, delves into the world of professional risk takers, exploring how they navigate uncertainty and shape modern life. By examining the mindset and strategies of...

Cecily is a gripping epic that reimagines the War of the Roses from a uniquely female perspective. In 1431, a woman's defiance can be a deadly sin, as England's struggle with France and the corrupt...

Geoff Dyer's 'Broadsword Calling Danny Boy' On Where Eagles Dare is a comic tour-de-force of criticism that takes readers on a scene-by-scene analysis of the 1960s war movie. First published as the...

The Man in the Iron Mask is the final episode in the cycle of novels featuring Dumas' celebrated foursome of D'Artagnan, Athos, Porthos and Aramis. Thirty-five years after their first appearance in...