2856 results for 'Nouwen, Henri J. M.'

Life in a Jewish Family: Her Unfinished Autobiographical Account is a landmark work that offers a unique glimpse into the life of Edith Stein, one of the most significant German women of the 20th...

The Darkroom Case Files of a Scotland Yard Forensic Photographer by A. J. Bennett and A. J. Hewitt is a gripping true crime account that delves into the world of forensic photography. For years, the...

The Complete Tolkien Companion is an indispensable guide to the world of Middle Earth, covering its lands, legends, histories, languages and people in unparalleled detail.Written by J. E A Tyler,...

Dazzling and profound, Saturday is a book of great maturity, beautifully alive to the fragility of happiness and all forms of violence. It's a story that everyone should read. On a fateful morning,...

Discover the fascinating story of Britain's working men's clubs, a cultural phenomenon that shaped the country's social life.From their humble beginnings as teetotaler social reformer Reverend Henry...

A gripping AI political thriller sets the stage for a deadly cat-and-mouse game. When Chief Whip Esme Kanha learns of the sudden death of the Minister for Personal Information, she suspects foul play...

London, 1878. A city of secrets and shadows. Here, three extraordinary lives intersect, giving birth to a legendary tale. Bram Stoker, fresh from Dublin, finds inspiration in the city's dark corners,...

The Bloomingdale's Illustrated 1886 Catalog is a rare and valuable resource for anyone interested in vintage items. This catalog features over 1,700 products, including clothing, housewares,...

The sixteenth century remains a period of great resonance and mystery in British history. The leading figures of the time have become almost mythical, and the terrors and grandeurs of Tudor Britain...

The Turn of the Screw and Other Stories by Henry James A young governess is tasked with the care of two children at a grand country house, but she soon becomes convinced that the estate is haunted by...

Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi is a vivid and unvarnished account of the life of a mobster, offering a unique insight into the world of organized crime. The book chronicles the highs and lows of a...

The darkly glittering world of Henry VIII's court is revealed in Hilary Mantel's Bring Up the Bodies. As chief minister, Thomas Cromwell navigates the treacherous waters of the queen's final days,...

A beautifully bound edition of Jane Austen's beloved novel, Sense and Sensibility is presented in the Macmillan Collector's Library series. This stunning gift edition features real cloth binding,...

A gripping tale of espionage and deception set against the backdrop of World War II. Henry Hunter's life is turned upside down when he discovers a secret that threatens to destroy everything. As he...

Red, White & Royal Blue: Collector's Edition A Novel by Casey McQuiston is a romantic comedy that explores the complexities of love and diplomacy. When the First Son of the United States falls for...

A group of ordinary lives intersect in unexpected ways. Anna makes toast, Henry dresses for work, Milla catches the train to school, and Moses deals drugs. Yet, amidst this everyday routine, a...

Develop strong subject knowledge and skills in A Level History with this comprehensive resource for OCR's British period studies and enquiries.This title explores the reigns of the Tudor monarchs...

The Lady of the Ravens by Joanna Hickson In the shadow of the Tower of London, two women's lives become inextricably linked. Elizabeth of York, queen to Henry VII, is haunted by her troubled past,...

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...

The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods is a captivating novel that weaves together the magic of stories and the secrets of the past. A forgotten bookshop on a quiet Dublin street holds the key to unlocking...

Senior Moments: Ageing Disgracefully is a humorous collection of comic strips by Tim Whyatt, winner of the "Henries" award. The book features a range of amusing images depicting the challenges and...

A heartwarming Christmas story from a magical pairing, Dame Emma Thompson and Axel Scheffler. Jim, a very lucky dog, lives in an unexpected place - the Victoria and Albert Museum. This beautifully...

In January 1410, King Henry IV's reign is brought to an abrupt end by an unknown illness. As a result, England teeters on the brink of chaos, with various factions vying for power and control...

The Tudor dynasty's rise and fall was shaped by the powerful Howard family, who wielded significant influence behind the throne. Two Howard women married Henry VIII: Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard...

In the aftermath of the thinking machines' defeat, humanity's future hangs in the balance. Gilbertus Albans has established the Mentat School, where humans can learn the efficient techniques of...

Color and learn about the world's regions with this comprehensive coloring book. Featuring a range of maps, including world maps, regional maps, and continent maps, this book is perfect for students...

By Treason We Perish by A. J. MacKenzie In the aftermath of a devastating event, a group of survivors must navigate the treacherous landscape of their new reality. As they struggle to come to terms...

Design and build your own Arduino-based oscilloscope with a range of options for analog to digital converters and LCD screen types. This book provides a comprehensive guide to creating your own...

The music of Rush is a rich source of inspiration for the imagination. In this anthology, eighteen writers have drawn upon the band's iconic songs to create eighteen unique stories, each one a...

The Human Faces of God: What Scripture Reveals when it Gets God Wrong Thom Stark explores the complexities of biblical inspiration and inerrancy, challenging readers to confront the problematic texts...

Maryland Legends Folklore from the Old Line State explores the state's most haunted places and the extraordinary tales that surround them. The book delves into the supernatural and Maryland history,...

The White Priory Murders is a classic mystery novel that follows the investigation into the murder of a Hollywood actress at a remote country estate. The story begins with the discovery of the body...

Dr Henry Jekyll's life is shrouded in mystery, but one thing is certain: something is terribly wrong. His friend, John Utterson, has noticed a change in his behaviour, and as he digs deeper, he...

Factotum is a gritty and confessional novel about a man's downward spiral through life. Henry Chinaski, a loner and a hopeless drunk, drifts from one dead-end job to another, from one woman to...

Katheryn Howard's tragic story is one of heart-rending pathos and naïveté. At just nineteen years old, she was quick to trust and fall in love with the King, capturing his heart with her singing and...

The Hundred Years War by Jonathan Sumption In the early fifteenth century, France experienced a catastrophic collapse, marking a rare and unprecedented event in its history. This devastating internal...

A haunting novel of nineteenth-century Haiti, The Kingdom of This World is a masterful exploration of the brutal struggle for liberation. Set in the aftermath of Haiti's independence from French...

Jane Seymour, The Haunted Queen by Alison Weir This captivating novel offers a fresh perspective on the life of Jane Seymour, Henry VIII's third queen. Drawing on new research, acclaimed historian...

Hardcover, 208 pages, 500 photographs. In the 1980s, a unique snapshot of New York City's graffiti scene was captured through the work of brothers Kenny and Paul Cavalieri. The brothers, known by...

First published on December 23, 1823, in the Troy Sentinel, this beloved Christmas poem has become an integral part of American holiday tradition.Originally attributed to Clement Clark Moore, its...

The Vivekachudamani is a foundational text of Advaita Vedanta, a philosophical tradition within Hinduism. This introductory treatise, traditionally attributed to Adi Shankara, presents key concepts...

Stickers Kings and Queens is a fascinating information-filled sticker book packed with monarchs through the ages. The book features sumptuous, historically accurate stickers to complete their...

Behind the grandeur of the Tudor court, a different story unfolds. In "In the Shadow of Queens", acclaimed historian and author Alison Weir brings to life the untold tales of those who lived among...

Banco is the sensational sequel to Papillon, continuing the adventures of Henri Charriere as he navigates life after thirteen years of escape and imprisonment in Venezuela. Despite his resolve to...

Nick Cave's complete lyrics from 1978 to 2022 offer a unique insight into his songwriting career. Spanning his work with The Birthday Party, Murder Ballads, Henry's Dream and more, this collection...

Auschwitz and the Holocaust have left an indelible mark on human history. This book tells the story of one man's survival against unimaginable odds, and the profound impact it had on his life.Based...

The School for Thieves by J. J. Arcanjo is a gripping tale about a secret school where students are taught to do wrong, with the ultimate goal of righting the wrongs of the world. At the heart of...

At the age of fifty, Henry Chinaski is living life on the edge. With a sex life that would cripple Casanova and a drinking problem that's taken on a life of its own, he's a man who's learned to...

At Blenheim Palace, a legendary tale of murder and betrayal is reenacted. Kate Sheridan, a historian, has come to research the life of King Henry's mistress, Rosamund, who was said to have been...

London, 1670. A lavish party at a newly built house ends in tragedy when one of the guests is found murdered upon leaving. The victim's own creation bears the bloody footprint, and Christopher...

The Secret Beach by Veronica Henry is a captivating tale of love, family secrets and the power of the sea. Twenty years ago, a terrible storm changed Nikki's life forever, and she has been keeping a...

The Plantagenets: The Kings That Made Britain The Plantagenet dynasty ruled England for over 300 years, transforming the nation from a turbulent, medieval state to the modern nation state we know...

A chance encounter at a wedding sets off a whirlwind romance with Henry, who seems to have it all. But when he proposes, Ivy's concerns about his true nature leave her - and the narrator -...

Henry James anticipates the opening of his first play, Guy Domville, in London. The production fails, and he returns, chastened and humiliated, to his writing desk. This is the pivotal moment that...

The legendary battle of Agincourt, fought on October 25th 1415, is one of the most famous battles in English history. Bernard Cornwell's Azincourt is a vivid and meticulously researched account of...

Dr. John Henry Holliday arrives in Texas seeking a healthier climate to recover from his ailments. Instead, he finds himself drawn into the high-stakes world of professional gambling with his partner...

Becky and Abi are unaware of each other's existence until their biological father dies, leaving them Vellangoose, a dilapidated smallholding in Cornwall. When both women find themselves homeless,...

The Storybook of Science by Jean Henri Fabre is an engaging introduction to the natural world. This beautifully illustrated book explores various scientific topics through the eyes of Uncle Paul and...

When Sir Henry Curtis's brother George goes missing in the African interior, Allan Quatermain is persuaded to lead an expedition to find him. Their perilous journey takes them deep into uncharted...

The Enlightenment: An Idea and Its History by J. C. D. Clark The concept of the Enlightenment has become a widely accepted term in popular culture and various academic disciplines, but its historical...

The Age of Extremes: A History of the World, 1914-1991 by Eric J. Hobsbawm Eric J. Hobsbawm's sweeping narrative spans a century of unprecedented change and upheaval. Divided into three distinct...

The Secrets of Saffron Hall is a historical novel that weaves together two women, separated by centuries, and a life-changing secret that threatens to upend their lives.In 1538, Eleanor's efforts to...

Owen - Book One of the Tudor Trilogy by Tony Riches In 1422, Owen Tudor, a Welsh servant, finds himself at the centre of a royal romance that will change the course of history. Catherine of Valois,...

This colourful edition of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's epic poem 'The Song of Hiawatha' is specially selected with children in mind, tracing the life of its legendary hero from his early years to his...

Help your students master the core practicals of A-level Chemistry with this comprehensive guide. Written by experienced teacher Nora Henry, this Student Guide provides a clear and concise summary of...

Elizabeth Williams, a young widow, is determined to build a successful business from the inheritance left by her merchant father. However, her independent nature draws unwanted attention, and she...

Quantum Mechanics and the Nature of Consciousness Henry Stapp, a leading quantum physicist, explores the implications of quantum theory on our understanding of the world and ourselves. This book...

Hans Holbein: His Life and Works in 500 Images is a comprehensive exploration of the artist's life and career through his artworks. This illustrated volume delves into Holbein's family, patrons, and...

Living Well with Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism: A Holistic Guide to Diagnosis, Treatment and Recovery. Graves' disease and hyperthyroidism affect millions of people in the US, causing symptoms...

Cheeta, the chimpanzee who stole the show in Hollywood's golden age, tells his incredible story in this moving and hilarious autobiography. Born in the Liberian jungle in 1932, Cheeta was snatched...

Life and Health Sciences for CCEA AS Level by Nora Henry, James Napier, and Emma Dougan is a comprehensive guide to the health and sciences subject for CCEA AS Level students. This textbook provides...

Henry David Thoreau's Journal is a remarkable work of prose that explores the everyday environment, the revolving seasons, and the changing self. Spanning nearly a quarter of a century, this...

When 'dream husband' Xan Meo is assaulted in the garden of a London pub, he suffers a head injury and undergoes a profound personality change. His moral system is inverted, reflecting the alien world...

This annotated collection brings together some of the most powerful and unsettling supernatural horror stories from E. Nesbit, a writer often overlooked in favour of her children's work. Nesbit's...

The Levellers and the English Revolution by Henry Noel Brailsford provides a comprehensive history of the Leveller movement, a significant aspect of the English Revolution. This book offers a...

Henri Bergson's Creative Evolution proposes a unique perspective on evolution, suggesting that it is driven by an élan vital, or a vital impetus, which can also be understood as humanity's natural...

Lizette Henry wakes up one morning to find herself staring at a stranger in the mirror. She remembers everything - her past, her family, her life - but who she is now is not reflected back. As she...

A Mask of Shadows by Oscar de Muriel is set in 1889 Edinburgh, where a gruesome message appears on the streets, foretelling someone's demise. Detective 'Nine-Nails' McGray and Inspector Ian Frey are...

The Personal Memoirs of Ulysses S. Grant: A Unique Glimpse into American History. Ulysses S. Grant's memoirs are a remarkable and influential work, offering a unique perspective on the life and times...

Dr. Henry Jekyll's groundbreaking discovery reveals the dual nature of the human mind, where good and evil coexist in a single individual. He creates a potion to separate these opposing forces, but...

Rob Delaney's memoir is a heart-wrenching exploration of loss and the human experience. His son Henry's diagnosis with a brain tumour at just one year old left him with a profound understanding of...

Mansfield Park is a novel that explores the lives of three families, with the quiet and unassuming Fanny Price at its centre. Fanny's loyalty and love for the son of the family who have taken her...

Henry Wilt's life is one of quiet routine, teaching English to a room full of plasterers and navigating the mundane world of committee meetings. However, when a departmental inquiry is triggered,...

Under Fire: A harrowing portrayal of life in the trenches during World War I. Henri Barbusse's novel is a stark and unflinching account of the experiences of ordinary men caught up in the conflict...

Paramount's animated film Transformers One is set to hit theaters this fall, and now you can experience the action-packed story in a novelization that comes with an eight-page, full-color glossy...

This beautifully illustrated hardback book takes you on a journey through 1800 years of Black British history. Award-winning historian and broadcaster David Olusoga charts the forgotten stories of...

Henry David Thoreau's Walden is a deeply personal and philosophical exploration of simple living. In this book, Thoreau recounts his two-year experiment in living in a small cabin near Walden Pond,...

A Philosophy of Walking by Frédéric Gros is a passionate exploration of the simple life and the joy in simple things. This book charts the many ways we get from A to B, from the pilgrimage to the...

The Knights Templar have an enduring reputation, but one they would hardly recognise. Originally established to protect pilgrims in the twelfth century, the Order is now remembered for heresy and...

Cinema I: The Movement-Image by Gilles Deleuze explores the fundamental concepts of cinema through a philosophical lens. Drawing on the work of Henri Bergson, Deleuze sets out to isolate key...

The Age of Empire: 1875-1914A comprehensive history of Europe during a pivotal period, from the late 19th century to the outbreak of World War I.Eric J Hobsbawm's seminal work provides a detailed...

A summer house party at the country estate of Mr and Mrs Knightley turns into a thrilling whodunit when one of literature's most notorious villains meets a sudden and suspicious end. The murder of Mr...

Ariana Franklin's Relics of the Dead is a gripping whodunit that brings medieval history to life. In 12th-century England, the discovery of two skeletons in a monastery's graveyard sets off a chain...

The Water of Life: A Treatise on Urine Therapy by J. W. Armstrong In this groundbreaking treatise, J. W. Armstrong presents a revolutionary approach to healing, arguing that all diseases can be cured...

Harry Stack Sullivan and Anton T. Boisen Comrades and Revolutionaries in Psychotherapy by Raymond J. Lawrence. This book explores the unlikely friendship between two influential figures in...

Fractals: A Very Short Introduction by K. J. Falconer explores the fundamental concepts of fractal geometry, which have revolutionized our understanding of patterns in mathematics. This concise...

Mental Health First Aid is a comprehensive guide to help individuals and those around them support optimal mental health. Written by Emma Hammett, an experienced nurse and first aid trainer, in...

A Spoonful of Murder by J. M. Hall is a witty and engaging cosy crime novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When three retired school teachers meet their ex-colleague, Topsy, at a coffee...

Charles Bukowski's Factotum is a vivid portrayal of urban life and the struggles of its inhabitants. This novel follows the life of Henry Chinaski, a man who navigates the country, taking on various...

Tudor England is a comprehensive history of the period from Henry VII's capture of the crown in 1485 to the death of Elizabeth I in 1603. John Guy's book is the most complete account of this pivotal...