1949 results for 'BiswasDiener, Robert'

A fully revised edition of Thomas More's influential work, Utopia, is now available. This third edition incorporates extensive updates to the editorial apparatus, reflecting scholarship published...

Still Not Safe: Patient Safety and the Middle-Managing of American MedicineThe rise of patient safety in the late 1990s was a response to the growing concern over medical errors in the US, which were...

Shelter in Place by Nora Roberts is a gripping novel about survival and redemption. When shots rang out in a shopping mall, Simone Knox was lucky to escape death, but the trauma she experienced that...

Create your own compost and grow better plants with Compost Science for Gardeners. This comprehensive science-based book demystifies composting practices, helping you determine the best technique for...

Albert Camus and the Quest for Meaning by Robert Zaretsky is a sympathetic and lively exploration of the author's remarkable character. Through an examination of themes that preoccupied Camus,...

Broadcasting Britain: 100 years of the BBC is a vivid celebration of a global cultural icon. From its humble beginnings in 1922 to its current status as a world leader, the BBC has played a pivotal...

Raphael A. Lafferty's unique voice has been widely acclaimed for its originality and influence in modern literature. This collection brings together 22 of his most notable tall tales, each one...

The Sentry A Joe Pike Novel by Robert Crais is an intense and suspenseful thriller that delves into the complex emotions of its enigmatic protagonist. When Joe Pike witnesses a brutal attack, he...

Sidney Sheldon's The Silent Widow is a gripping novel that spans generations and continents. A young American au pair named Charlotte Clancy vanishes without a trace in Mexico City, leaving behind a...

The Irrational Ape: Why Flawed Logic Puts Us All at Risk and How Critical Thinking Can Save the World by David Robert Grimes. In a world where misinformation can spread rapidly, critical thinking has...

Experimental Drawing: 30th Anniversary Edition Robert Kaupelis's comprehensive guide to pushing the boundaries of traditional drawing. This book offers a unique blend of techniques and exercises,...

The Knowing-Doing Gap: Turning Knowledge into Action for Better Performance. Firms often struggle to turn knowledge about how to improve performance into actions that produce measurable results. This...

A Clash of Kings: The Illustrated Edition by George R. R. Martin is a stunning illustrated edition of the second book in the A Song of Ice and Fire series. This special edition features over twenty...

Dante's epic masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is a work of world literature that has inspired readers for 700 years. This beautifully accurate and clear verse translation, by renowned scholar and poet...

A Penguin Classic, this translation of Homer's epic poem brings the timeless story to life in a bold, contemporary idiom. Renowned translator Robert Fagles has captured the energy and poetry of the...

The Kitchen Boy: A Novel of the Last Tsar Drawing from decades of research and travel in Russia, Robert Alexander brings to life the tragic story of the Romanov family's final days through the eyes...

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...

Jesse Stone is back in this gripping novel by Robert B. Parker. A wealthy and exclusive enclave, Stiles Island, is the target of a ruthless plot to invade and loot it. As the Paradise police chief,...

Elizabeth I: A Queen Reimagined This biography delves into the life of Elizabeth I, a woman who defied convention as she ascended the throne after her sister Mary's reign. Alison Weir's in-depth...

The Pebbles on the Beach, first published in 1954, is a charming guide to the simple pleasure of pebble spotting. This newly reissued edition includes a foreword by Robert Macfarlane and a handy...

The Brooklands Girls: the Maitland Trilogy 2 by Margaret Dickinson In the aftermath of the Great War, the Maitland family struggles to find purpose in their lives. Pips, who served as an ambulance...

Dark Entries is a masterclass in building dread through subtle, realistic detail. Robert Aickman's 'strange stories' are crafted with precision, revealing the neuroses of his characters in subtle...

Bombshell: The Night Bobby Kennedy Killed Marilyn Monroe A shocking new investigation into the death of Marilyn Monroe reveals a conspiracy involving the US Attorney General. Drawing on secret police...

Altaïr's story has been hidden for centuries, but now it's time to reveal the truth. Assassin's Creed: The Secret Crusade is the gripping novelisation by Oliver Bowden, based on the phenomenally...

Dead Souls is a masterpiece of 19th-century Russian literature, written by Nikolai Gogol in the late 1830s. The novel follows the journey of Chichikov, a dismissed civil servant turned unscrupulous...

Doing English presents the key ideas and debates that shape how we study literature, exploring the value of literature, the canon, theory, politics, and the subject itself. Robert Eaglestone's clear...

Building Trust In Business, Politics, Relationships, and Life by Robert C. Solomon and Fernando Flores is a thought-provoking exploration of the essential precondition for real success in all...

Critical Thinking: An Introduction to Reasoning Well by Jamie Carlin Watson, Robert Arp, and Skyler King is a comprehensive guide to developing essential critical thinking skills. This practical...

The Soviet Sixties: A Transformative Era From Stalin's death in 1953 to the tumultuous years that followed, the Soviet Union underwent a remarkable period of reform and transformation. Robert Hornsby...

Warhol & Mapplethorpe Guise & Dolls is an original exploration of the provocative portraits and self-portraits created by two influential artists. Patricia Hickson brings together the work of Andy...

This beautifully illustrated daily anthology brings you the very best of nature writing from around the world and through the centuries. With one carefully selected piece to savour every day, it's a...

A disturbing and mystifying case unfolds in Seville, where a man is found bound, gagged, and dead in front of his television. The gruesome self-inflicted wounds suggest a violent struggle to avoid...

The physical world around us holds the evidence of our shared history. However, when monuments and buildings are reshaped to serve ideological agendas, the historical record is manipulated. Robert...

The Ends of the Earth by Robert Goddard In 1919, the truth has never been in such short supply. Ex-flying ace James Maxted's quest to uncover the secret behind his father's death seems to have ended...

The Royal Arch of Enoch: A Hidden Masonic Ritual Revealed. In 1773, James Bruce returned to Europe with copies of the Book of Enoch from Ethiopia, which had been lost for centuries. This discovery...

Discover the revolutionary pH Miracle diet and lifestyle program that unlocks the secrets of balance and healing. Dr Robert Young reveals how to achieve an alkaline environment through food choices,...

The Book of Dreams by Nora Roberts follows two women as they navigate love and magic. Ana Donovan has sworn off romance after a past experience left her feeling uncertain about her gift for...

The Making of Europe: Conquest, Colonization and Cultural Change 950 - 1350 by Robert Bartlett This provocative book challenges our traditional view of medieval Europe as a colonizer. Instead, it...

Elizabeth Turner inherits more than just her family's business - she also carries their legacy. As scion of the Deravenel family, she is bold, daring and fiercely ambitious, with a ruthless streak...

Talk Art: A Joyful Introduction to Contemporary Art Russell Tovey and Robert Diament invite you to explore the world of contemporary art in their engaging and accessible guide. With infectious...

Twenty-five years after first setting foot in Lebanon, Robert Fisk has revised his study of this troubled country for a third edition. This updated version includes events that have unfolded since...

Rudolph the Red-nosed Reindeer is a heartwarming holiday story that has captured the hearts of children for generations. Written in 1939 by Robert L. May, a copywriter at Montgomery Ward & Co., this...

Robert Louis Stevenson's 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde' is accompanied by a modern translation, literary analysis, and questions with model answers in this comprehensive study guide...

The story of Australia's birth is one of suffering and brutality, forged in the harsh conditions of England's convict transportation system. From the landing of the first fleet in 1788 to the final,...

The United Kingdom is a European country with a distinct historical experience. For most of its 150 centuries of habitation, Britain has been on the edge of mainland Europe, culturally and...

Danielle Roberts' life appears to be perfect, but beneath the surface, secrets and lies threaten to destroy everything. When her body is discovered on a park bench, a chain reaction of suspicion and...

Haggis Talk! is a lively collection of original poems that celebrate Scotland's rich culture and heritage. Written in three parts, the book features a range of humorous and lighthearted pieces that...

Life isn't always easy. Even when you're small, you may feel angry, or hurt, or sad. We're only human, after all. This charming story introduces children to the important character trait of...

The English first emerged as a concept before they had a unified ruler or a distinct country. This idea has endured, and their defining institutions can be traced back to the earliest years of their...

Learn to draw your own action heroes with this easy-to-follow guide. Robert Marzullo, a professional comic book artist, shares his expertise in creating dynamic comic book characters and scenes. The...

Calcutta, a city of immense slums and disease, is home to a dark and ancient cult. At its heart lies the Goddess Kali, a four-armed figure of pain and destruction. When a New York magazine hires...

Anger can be a toxic force in relationships. If you're finding that your partner's behaviour is causing tension and stress, this book offers practical advice to help you overcome it. Anger expert W...

Rotten English: A Literary Anthology by Dohra Ahmad brings together a diverse range of fiction and poetry written in non-standard English from around the world. Spanning over two centuries, this...

Adam Weymouth's epic voyage by canoe down the Yukon River is a captivating account of an extraordinary adventure. Spanning four months and over 2,000 miles, this journey takes readers through one of...

Lady Audley's Secret by Mary Elizabeth Braddon is a gripping tale of deception and villainy that turns the conventional picture of Victorian womanhood on its head. When beautiful Lucy Graham marries...

Discover how to unlock the full power of your prayers and see them answered. Robert Henderson, a renowned apostolic leader, shares Biblical strategies for every believer to unleash their prayers and...

At 11.30 a.m. on Saturday 12 August 2000, two massive explosions rocked the Arctic waters of the Barents Sea. The Kursk, pride of the Northern Fleet and largest attack submarine in the world, was...

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...

Bach aficionados and classical music lovers will embark on a fascinating journey through 50 towns connected to J. S. Bach's life and works. This comprehensive guide explores the composer's...

Frieda Klein's latest case is a complex one. A decomposed body has been found in the flat of Michelle Doyce, a woman with a history of mental disorder. Frieda, a psychotherapist, is brought in to...

The Eastern Front was a campaign marked by brutality and savagery on both sides. In the spring of 1941, Hitler turned his military forces against Stalin's Soviet Russia, leading to a series of...

The Digital Doctor: A Critical Examination of Healthcare's Computer Age By Robert Wachter, published by McGraw-Hill Education in 2017. This book offers a thought-provoking analysis of the impact of...

Oxford First Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling Dictionary by Jenny Roberts and Richard Hudson is an essential reference guide for young learners. This colourful dictionary divides into three main...

The Vanquished: Why the First World War Failed to End, 1917-1923 by Robert Gerwarth. A gripping narrative that re-examines the true legacy of the First World War. On November 11, 1918, the Western...

Robert S. Kaplan and David P. Norton present a powerful new tool for companies to describe the links between intangible assets and value creation with clarity and precision. Their "strategy map"...

Love Letters of Great Men by Macmillan Collector's Library is a beautifully crafted collection of romantic letters from some of history's most iconic figures. Edited and introduced by Ursula Doyle,...

Non-invasive Data Governance Strikes Again: Gaining Experience and Perspective offers a wealth of practical lessons and insights from years of helping organizations worldwide adopt the non-invasive...

A comprehensive guide to the plants of the woodland environment, this laminated fold-out key provides a detailed identification guide for botanists, naturalists and enthusiasts alike. The key...

Rilke's Selected Poems offers a comprehensive collection of the poet's work, spanning his development from the early 20th century to the 1920s. This bilingual edition brings together a wide range of...

In a post-apocalyptic New York City, a lone surviving Turtle embarks on a mission seeking justice for his family. This is the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three decades in the...

The Long Way Home: A Journey Into History with Captain Robert Ford In December 1941, a Pan American Airways B-314 flying boat was caught in the South Pacific, forced to make an unplanned flight...

The Upside of Your Dark Side: Unlocking the Power of Your Whole Self Happiness experts have long told us to focus on positivity and optimism. But researchers Todd Kashdan and Robert Biswas-Diener...

George R. R. Martin's A Clash of Kings is the second volume in his epic fantasy series, A Song of Ice and Fire. The Seven Kingdoms are plunged into darkness as the Iron Throne, once a symbol of...

The World of Ice & Fire: A Comprehensive History of Westeros and the Game of Thrones For the first time, the entire history of Westeros and the lands beyond is presented in a single, lavishly...

London, 1591, is a city of secrets and deception. Physician Nicholas Shelby is drawn into a conspiracy that threatens the very foundations of the monarchy. When spymaster Robert Cecil asks him to...

Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho: A Casebook is a comprehensive collection of essays on the groundbreaking film Psycho. This book is ideal for teaching the language of cinema and the ways in which strong...

A Very Stable Genius: Donald J. Trump's Testing of America by Carol D. Leonnig and Philip Rucker is a gripping behind-the-scenes account of the Trump presidency. Drawing on nearly three years of...

Art as Information Ecology: Artworks, Artworlds, and Complex Systems Aesthetics by Jason A. Hoelscher offers a new perspective on the role of art in information theory. Hoelscher proposes that art is...

Joel Meyerowitz A Question of Color by Joel Meyerowitz and Robert Shore In the late 1960s, a pivotal moment in the history of photography emerged, as US fine-art photographers began to switch from...

Robert Service's Blood on the Snow is a revisionist history of the Russian Revolution, spanning from the outbreak of World War I to Lenin's death in 1924. The author seeks to reconcile the two main...

Robert Hunter, the head of the LAPD's Ultra Violent Crimes Unit, has a personal vendetta to settle. His past has caught up with him in the form of Lucien Folter, a serial killer who has just escaped...

Robert Conquest's The Great Terror is a seminal work that exposed the atrocities of Stalin's regime to the world. First published in 1968, this fiftieth anniversary edition features a new foreword by...

A gripping thriller from Robert Ludlum, The Scorpio Illusion follows Tyrell Hawthorne, a former naval intelligence officer, as he is drawn back into service for one final assignment. His wife's...

Tom Crean: An Extraordinary Life. Born in County Kerry in 1877, Tom Crean's naval career took him to some of the most extreme environments on Earth. His early years were marked by rebellions and...

The Fate of England Hangs in the Balance of a Fight Between Brothers. David Churchill's vivid historical novel tells the story of William the Conqueror in all its dramatic glory. A world seething...

Systematic Trading offers a comprehensive approach to designing and executing trading systems. This guide provides a thorough explanation of systematic trading, its benefits, and how to avoid common...

Lt Col. Robert Blair Mayne's remarkable life story is one of exceptional bravery and unorthodox tactics that would shape the course of military special operations for decades to come. A decorated...

Psalms for the End of the World is a mind-bendingly clever and utterly gripping novel that spans continents, centuries, and dimensions. When physics student Grace Pulansky's life is turned upside...

The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the struggles of one Oklahoma farm family during the Great Depression. Their journey from their homestead to...

Smart Portfolios: A Practical Guide to Building and Maintaining Intelligent Investment Portfolios by Robert Carver. Building a successful investment portfolio requires careful consideration of three...

Northumberland - Strange but True brings together a series of unusual and intriguing stories from across the county. From remarkable buildings to eccentric individuals, this collection explores the...

Heady Daze: The Mission Years, 1985-1990 by Wayne Hussey This memoir picks up where Salad Daze left off, revisiting the years from 1985 to 1990 as The Mission formed and achieved global success. The...

Pedagogy of Hope: Reliving Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire Paulo Freire's seminal work, Pedagogy of the Oppressed, established him as a leading voice in educational thought. In this new...

A comprehensive anthology of great writing about rock and pop music, Shake It Up brings together fifty landmark pieces by a diverse group of writers. From the tumultuous world of rock 'n' roll to the...

A new couple has arrived in Tremarnock, bringing with them a sense of glamour and change. But as the village prepares for the summer crowds, Liz and her young daughter Rosie must navigate their own...

The Warren Buffett Way, 30th Anniversary Edition is a comprehensive guide to the investment strategies made famous by Warren Buffett. Celebrated author and investor Robert Hagstrom delivers a new...

The Essential Keynes is a comprehensive collection of the work of John Maynard Keynes, one of the 20th century's most influential economists. This unique selection of his writings aims to make his...

A Short History of the Interpretation of the Bible by Robert McQueen Grant and David Tracy This influential work examines the principal methods Christians have used to interpret the Bible, tracing...

Robert T. Kiyosaki's Capitalist Manifesto is a book of warnings, drawing on the author's own experiences and the lessons of history. In the 1960s, Kiyosaki's economics teacher encouraged him to read...

Naomi Carson is a woman with a past that refuses to stay buried. A childhood tragedy has left its scars, but she's built a life that's strong and beautiful. Now, she's ready to put down roots and...