2132 results for 'Jennings, Nicholas'

Discover the fascinating story behind the legend of Saint Nicholas, the giftgiver. This beautifully illustrated book tells the truth about the life and legacy of this remarkable figure, who has...

This comparative study examines the challenges of coexistence between Confucianism and Christianity, highlighting the need for mutual complementarity in order to achieve economic development, social...

Churchill hailed this feat as the finest of arms during World War I. In May 1918, Nicholas Everard leads a secret mission to capture a German trawler, which sets in motion the events of the Zeebrugge...

The Charles Dickens Children's Collection by Philip Gooden is a collection of two classic novels that explore the lives of young people in Victorian England.One of the stories follows Kate and...

Gordon Lightfoot: A Life in Song Gordon Lightfoot is a legendary musician whose songs have inspired and enchanted fans for over fifty years. From tender ballads like "Beautiful" to historical laments...

The Court of the Last Tsar: Pomp, Power and Pageantry in the Reign of Nicholas II This stunningly illustrated volume explores the people, mysteries, traditions, scandals, rivalries, rituals, and...

Tsar Nicholas II and Tsarina Alexandra's family was filled with joy when their longed-for male heir, Tsarevich Alexei, was born in 1904. However, the arrival of four daughters soon followed, and the...

Santa Claus, Last of the Wild Men: The Origins and Evolution of Saint Nicholas, Spanning 50,000 Years The modern image of Santa Claus is deeply ingrained in popular culture, thanks in part to Clement...

The lives of three European monarchs are intertwined in a complex web of relationships and rivalries that ultimately contributed to the outbreak of World War I. King George V of Britain, Kaiser...

Inspector Morse takes on another complex case in this reissued detective mystery. A man with exceptional abilities has been murdered in his north Oxford home, and Chief Inspector Morse is tasked with...

Jens Müller's memoir offers a unique perspective on one of the most famous escape attempts in history. In March 1944, he was part of a small group of men who successfully broke free from Stalag Luft...

Jazz Mergirl: The True Story of Jazz Jennings, a Transgender Girl Born in a Boy's Body This is the remarkable true story of Jazz Jennings, a young woman who was born into a boy's body but has become...

Khirbet Khizeh A Novel by S. Yizhar is a powerful and haunting novella that explores the complexities of modern Israel. In 1948, the Arab villagers of Khirbet Khizeh are forcibly expelled from their...

Tsar Nicholas II and the End of the Romanov Dynasty: A History of Imperial Russia's Downfall. The 17th century saw multiple pro-democratic revolutions in both hemispheres, while border-changing wars...

Enzo Griffin never felt like he belonged in the ordinary world. He was born to live amidst magic.A violent snow storm brought Enzo and his sister Ava face-to-face with their worst nightmare on...

Enzo Griffin never felt like he belonged in the ordinary world. He was born to live amidst magic.A violent snow storm brings Enzo and his sister Ava face-to-face with their worst nightmare: foul...

Yellowhammer is a gripping second murder mystery in the DI Nicholas Lowry series by James Henry. In July 1983, Essex, two corpses are found at Fox Farm, a property that is neither picturesque nor...

Nicholas Rowe's play "The Fair Penitent" is a domestic tragedy that explores themes of love and betrayal. Adapted from Massinger and Field's "The Fatal Dowry", this 18th-century work showcases Rowe's...

In snowy modern London, a festive season shrouded in mystery unfolds. Detective Inspector Arthur Stowe is entangled in a case of missing children that has stymied him for over a year. A possible lead...

In snowy modern London, a baffling mystery unfolds as Detective Inspector Arthur Stowe searches for missing children. A lead ties the case to the Yuletide legend, drawing him into the realm of the...

Twas the Night Before Christmas is a beloved yuletide poem that has become an integral part of festive traditions. Traditionally attributed to Clement Clarke Moore, this poem has played a significant...

A dark and glamorous exploration of obsession, identity, and revenge, Beautiful People is a tense and twisty pacey read that delves into the complexities of human frailty. When old friends reunite to...

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...

All the Drowning Seas by Alexander Fullerton is a gripping naval thriller that sets the stage for a desperate battle at sea. In 1942, as Japanese invasion fleets sweep across the Pacific, Allied...

British Captain Nick Everard's destroyer is crippled by Nazi gunfire in the German invasion of Norway. As he attempts to repair his ship hidden in a remote fjord, Everard becomes aware that his son...

German textbook with a story twist. Jens & Jakob is a unique approach to learning German, using a coherent narrative instead of traditional dialogues. The book starts simply but develops into an...

The 1896 and 1900 Presidential Elections: A Turning Point in American Politics The presidential elections of 1896 and 1900 marked a significant shift in American politics, as the Democratic Party's...

Jake and Jen's jungle adventure is full of excitement and obstacles. This Phonics for Letters and Sounds decodable reader features literary language and extended descriptions, with longer sentences...

Australia's complex relationship with its place in the world is reflected in its literature. This has been explored by writers such as Patrick White and Alexis Wright, who have responded to the...

Crete, May 1941, was a desperate hour for British forces in the Mediterranean. Against all odds, Nick Everard and his crew faced an unrelenting Luftwaffe assault on their destroyer, Tuareg. Their...

A complete collection of the Guardians of Childhood books brings together five legendary figures from different worlds. This paperback boxed set reveals their origins and the epic battle that united...

Get ready for a thrilling adventure in the skies above Africa. Jake and Jen take to the air in a hot air balloon, soaring over the savannah with exciting sights and sounds all around them.This funny...

Jake and Jen and the Castle of Kings is an exciting adventure story about two brave friends who defend their king against a giant attack. Written by award-winning author Chris Bradford, this book...

Join Jake and Jen as they search for the Crystal of Eternity inside an ancient pyramid. Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised is a phonics-based reading programme designed to...

A hardcover edition of Ernest Hemingway's landmark novel, published in 2022. This Contemporary Classics edition is a modernist masterpiece that tracks the lives of American expatriates in post-World...

Join Jake and Jen on an exciting adventure to Mars in this engaging decodable reader. Written by award-winning author Chris Bradford, this book is part of the Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and...

Surviving the unimaginable, Jack Jennings recounts his harrowing experience as a prisoner of war in Southeast Asia.Forced to work in slave-like conditions on the notorious Death Railway, Jennings was...

Join Jake and Jen on their latest adventure as they venture into a prehistoric land filled with danger. Can they escape the dinosaur's claws and make it out alive?This thrilling tale, written by...

Waylon Jennings: A Life of Music and Rebellion This autobiography offers a candid look at the life of a country music legend, from his humble beginnings as a farm laborer's son to his rise as a...

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds - Jake and Jen and the Sea of Sharks: Band 06/Orange is an exciting decodable reader that combines engaging fiction with phonics practice. Written by...

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised is a teaching resource designed to support the SSP programme. It includes classroom resources and phonic readers, with books suitable for...

Ken Jennings explores the world of maps and map enthusiasts, taking readers on a tour of geeks from the London Map Fair to the Library of Congress. He delves into different aspects of map culture,...

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds presents an exciting fiction decodable reader featuring Jake and Jen in their high-flying adventure. This funny story is perfect for early readers who...

The English pub has been a cornerstone of English life for centuries, evolving from elegant coaching houses to humble alehouses and modern drinking establishments. In this revised edition, historian...

Go the Distance A Twisted Tale by Jen Calonita In this latest installment of the A TWISTED TALE series, Jen Calonita weaves a thrilling tale of self-discovery and adventure. After Hercules regains...

Jennifer Carroll's remarkable journey to transforming her life is one of courage and determination. After years of emotional eating, she lost half her body weight in just over a year, and went on to...

Breast cancer survivor and author Jen Rozenbaum offers a practical guide to help you rebuild your life after diagnosis. This book is designed to support breast cancer survivors who are ready to move...

There really was a St. Nicholas - a fourth-century bishop in Asia Minor who has become synonymous with generosity and kindness. This charming collection presents little-known legends and tales from...

The Practice Of The Presence Of God: A Guide to a Holy LifeThis collection of conversations and letters offers insight into the spiritual practices of Brother Lawrence, a 17th-century monk from...

Comprehension Ninja for Ages 7-8: Non-Fiction Comprehension Worksheets for Year 3 by Andrew Jennings is a practical guide to help Year 3 pupils develop their comprehension skills. The book features...

Comprehension Ninja for Ages 10-11: Fiction and Poetry Comprehension Worksheets for Year 6 by Andrew Jennings and Adam Bushnell is a photocopiable resource packed with 24 immersive and imaginative...

Comprehension Ninja for Ages 10-11: Non-Fiction Comprehension Worksheets for Year 6 by Andrew Jennings is a practical guide to supercharge Year 6 pupils' comprehension skills. This handbook features...

Billie Upton Green is back in the third hilarious accidental diary from Jen Carney. This time, she's navigating the challenges of having a new little sister. With rules to follow and a baby to care...

The Brede Intermediate Lifeboats: A History of Design and Development. This book tells the story of the RNLI's 33ft Brede Intermediate Lifeboats, a class of lifeboat designed for smaller vessels...

Jen Sincero's You Are a Badass at Making Money is a life-changing guide to achieving financial success. By understanding the powerful role of our thoughts in shaping our bank accounts, Sincero offers...

Nicholas Monsarrat's memoir, My Brother Denys, is a poignant and introspective account of his life and relationships. The book offers a unique insight into the author's experiences and the people who...

Behaviour: The Lost Modules by Jen Foster Behaviour is a significant obstacle in teaching, yet guidance on managing it is often inconsistent, vague, or unhelpful. This book aims to address this gap...

The History of England's Cathedrals by Nicholas Orme is a comprehensive account of the country's most iconic buildings, stretching from Roman times to the present day. This book provides a complete...

Female Husbands: A Trans History by Jen Manion explores the lives of ordinary people who lived as men despite tremendous risk, danger, violence, and threat of punishment in the United States and the...

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...

Counting Miracles is a heart-wrenching yet uplifting novel from Nicholas Sparks, the bestselling author of The Notebook. When a stranger arrives in Asheboro, he's forced to confront the past he's...

Sentence Ninja is a practical guide to teaching sentences, providing essential subject knowledge and photocopiable activities to support writing standards in the primary classroom. Andrew Jennings,...

The Seven-Per-Cent Solution: A previously unknown collaboration between Sigmund Freud and Sherlock Holmes, as recorded by Dr. John H. Watson. This book reveals the detective's true whereabouts during...

Basic Reliability: An Introduction to Reliability EngineeringThis comprehensive guide to Reliability Engineering is written by Nicholas Summerville, a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience...

The Brave by Nicholas Evans Forty years after a traumatic event, Tommy Bedford must confront his past when his son is charged with murder. A story of family, loyalty and the power of the human...

On the remote Shetland archipelago, Jen Hadfield found a new life, one that was deeply rooted in the islands' unique culture and breathtaking landscapes. Over seventeen years, she learned new ways to...

Music: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas Cook This book explores the history of music and thinking about music, focusing on its social and cultural dimensions. Drawing on a wide range of...

A fairy tale for any age, The Prince and the Dressmaker will steal your heart. In 18th-century Paris, Prince Sebastian is searching for a bride, but he's hiding a secret: by night, he becomes the...

The Dowel Arrow Handbook by Nicholas Tomihama is a comprehensive guide for those looking to create their own arrows for target archery and hunting. With the quality of dowels decreasing over time,...

A beautifully illustrated and packaged study of the cigar, its history, production, and joys, from world-renowned expert Nicholas Foulkes and written in conjunction with Davidoff, the world's leading...

When Russian tanks rolled into Ukraine, millions of lives changed in an instant. Millions of people were suddenly on the move. For one young reporter from the north of Scotland, the journey began in...

The Shallows: How the Internet Is Changing the Way We Think, Read and Remember The Internet has a profound impact on our daily lives, and its effects on our minds are just as significant. In this...

Comprehension Ninja for Ages 9-10: Fiction and Poetry Comprehension Worksheets for Year 5 is a photocopiable resource containing 24 high-quality texts from acclaimed writers, including Michael...

The Wish by Nicholas Sparks is a heart-wrenching and uplifting story about discovery and loss. When Maggie reflects on her past, she is forced to confront the choices she made and the love she left...

Treasure Islands: Tax Havens and the Men who Stole the World The global economy's most powerful secret is revealed in this gripping exposé. Tax havens, where billions of dollars are laundered and...

Billie Upton Green has taken the new girl at school under her wing, teaching her the important stuff - from Biscuit Laws to sneaky snack times. But when suspicion sets in, Billie must get to the...

The Kappillan of Malta by Nicholas Monsarrat When war suddenly descended on Malta, Father Salvatore, a simple priest, found himself caring for a flood of homeless and starving people seeking shelter...

You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero is a refreshingly entertaining self-help guide that will help you transform your life using...

The Annotated I Caught Crippen by Nicholas Connell is a detailed account of the 1910 investigation that made Chief Inspector Walter Dew a household name. Dew's memoir, first published in 1938, is a...

Ian Fleming: The Complete Man A fresh and authoritative portrait of the man behind James Bond, drawing on unprecedented access to the Fleming family papers. This biography sheds new light on the life...

The Complete Tutankhamun by Nicholas Reeves is a revised and expanded edition of the landmark book on the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb. First discovered in 1922, the tomb's treasures have...

Nicholas Poullis's latest book offers a comprehensive guide to painting watercolour buildings with atmosphere and accuracy. With a focus on harnessing classic watercolor techniques, Poullis shares...

GCSE 9-1 Geography AQA Exam Practice: Grades 7-9 Second Edition by Nicholas Rowles This updated workbook provides support and practice for students aiming for Grades 7-9 at GCSE. It breaks down how...

Nicholas Eberstadt's Men without Work sheds light on a crisis that has been quietly unfolding in modern America. Despite low unemployment rates, over six million prime-age men were neither working...

Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the MarketsThis book challenges the idea that success is solely the result of skill and strategy, instead suggesting that luck plays a...

The Reaper's Greatest Missions: A Sniper's Art of Elimination Nicholas Irving, a legendary special operations sniper, shares his most significant and previously untold missions in this gripping...

Heavenly Hosts: A Comprehensive Biblical Study of Angels This book is a thorough and exclusive study of angels, compiled from the writings of Finis Jennings Dake. It delves into the nature of various...

Skin in the Game: Hidden Asymmetries in Daily LifeNassim Nicholas Taleb challenges many of our long-held beliefs about risk and reward, politics and religion, finance and personal responsibility. He...

Key Ideas in Trusts Law by Nicholas McBride provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of trusts law, making it easier for students to grasp a complex subject. The book begins by explaining the...

Silver Linings: An Introduction to Silverpoint Drawing by Banjie Getsinger Nicholas is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and materials of silverpoint drawing. This book provides a thorough...

Strengthen your soft skills and reach your leadership potential with this collection of essential articles from Harvard Business Review. This book brings together 10 key pieces of advice to help you...

The Black Swan: Second Edition The Impact of the Highly Improbable: With a new section: "On Robustness and Fragility" A groundbreaking exploration of everything we know about what we don't know, this...

Maths Like a Ninja is a comprehensive guide to key maths concepts for primary school children. This all-in-one reference book provides a wealth of information on mathematical terminology, visual...

Antifragile Things that Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a thought-provoking exploration of how to thrive in an uncertain world. Taleb identifies a category of things that not only...

The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable The concept of the black swan has profound implications for our understanding of the world. A black swan is a highly improbable event with three...

The Faber Pocket Guide to Ballet is a comprehensive guide to classical ballet, spanning nearly two centuries of dance. With entries for over eighty works from ballet companies worldwide, this revised...

The Romanov Family's Final Years Through the Writings of Tatiana Nikolaevna of Russia offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant periods in modern history. Grand Duchess Tatiana...

The Vision of God is a spiritual guidebook that explores the nature of the divine and the Christian experience. Written by a Christian mystic, this book provides a path for believers to move beyond...

The Secrets of the Seven Metals This book explores the idea that traditional metals are connected to and influenced by the planets, challenging the traditional dualism that has been used in science...

A poignant love story set against the backdrop of a bygone era, The Notebook tells the tale of two young souls whose love endures despite the passage of time. In 1946, Noah Calhoun, a man haunted by...