196 results for 'Livy'

The Bolivian Diary by Ernesto Che Guevara is a personal account of his final days and the events leading up to them. In 1967, Che left Cuba to lead the Bolivian Liberation Army, with the goal of...

The Oblivion Song Volume 6 brings together the latest chapter in a gripping story that began with the sudden disappearance of thousands. Now, three more cities have been torn from their dimensions,...

The Oblivion Song Book 3: A New Journey in the Apocalypse. A decade ago, thousands of people vanished into Oblivion. Nathan Cole's search for answers has never ended. Now, with newfound knowledge, he...

Explore the world's largest salt flat, walk in the path of the Inca, and discover the magic of Bolivia. Lonely Planet's comprehensive guide is your trusted travel companion, providing up-to-date...

In 1866, Dr David Livingstone embarked on an expedition to find the source of the Nile, venturing into unmapped terrain inhabited by fearsome tribes. His team deserted him, and he vanished without...

Uncovering the Ancient Secrets of Peru and Bolivia Peru and Bolivia are renowned for their impressive stone remains, but few visitors realize that many of these sites were constructed thousands of...

A gruesome killing in a community garden sets off a chain of events for Inspector Hunkeler as he investigates a murder that spans two countries. A local man has been shot and found hanging from a...

The Oblivion Song Volume 1 collects the first six issues of this gripping science fiction series. A decade ago, 300,000 citizens of Philadelphia vanished into Oblivion, leaving behind only...

Olivier Giroud's autobiography offers an intimate look at his remarkable journey from playing for a small club in south-east France to achieving top-flight glory in England and lifting the World Cup...

A dark and twisted thriller unfolds in "All the Devils", a pulse-pounding story by Barry Eisler. Ten years ago, eight girls vanished under similar circumstances, leaving behind only one clue: a...

The story of Lloyd Aéreo Boliviano is one that deserves to be told. Despite being one of South America's oldest airlines, its history has largely flown under the radar. However, this book sheds light...

A Ticket to Oblivion by Edward Marston A mysterious disappearance sets off a thrilling investigation in this gripping mystery. Young Imogen Burnhope and her maid Rhoda board a train to visit her Aunt...

A New Yorker Best Book of the Year. In today's hypermediated world, the value of privacy is being reexamined as a key to a life worth living. Lowry Pressly argues that privacy isn't just a right to...

Olivia Lively's private investigation business is flourishing, but her personal life is a different story. When graduate student Cooper Tedeschi asks for her help in proving that his professor stole...

Frannie's life in New York is marked by secrets and contradictions. As a creative writing teacher, she compiles a dictionary of street slang, while living alone with her own unspoken desires.A chance...

Nathan Cole's world is turned upside down as he navigates the aftermath of his actions. With two worlds at stake, he must find a way to move forward and rebuild. This volume collects issues #7-12 of...

Oblivion: A Novel in Three Volumes is a meticulously researched and deeply personal novel that explores the life of Branwell Brontë. Dean de la Motte's masterful narrative weaves together fragments...

Olivia de Havilland: A Hollywood Legend This biography tells the story of Olivia de Havilland, one of the last surviving actresses from Hollywood's Golden Era. With a career spanning over 50 years,...

Discover the story behind Olivia Rodrigo's rapid rise to fame. Since releasing her debut single 'Drivers Licence' in January 2021, Olivia has become one of the most exciting young singer-songwriters...

Crossed Off the Map: Travels in Bolivia explores the turbulent past and contemporary challenges of Bolivia, a country with a profound influence on the wider world over the last 500 years. From its...

A Master Chief story and original full-length novel set in the Halo universe. In 2526, humanity's recent victory over the Covenant has sparked a new wave of determination to eradicate its enemies...

Oblivion Song Volume 4 by Robert Kirkman and Francesco Francavilla is a gripping conclusion to the story that began with Oblivion Song #19. This collection delves into the mysteries of the Faceless...

Experience Jonathan Livingston Seagull's inspiring message in its complete edition, featuring a new fourth part and last words from author Richard Bach. This philosophical tale follows those who...

Discursos sobre la primera década de Tito Livio is a comprehensive and ambitious work of political theory by Niccolò Machiavelli. Written between 1513 and 1520, during a period of political...

Standing in the Fire: Courageous Christians Living in Frightening TimesThis book tells the true stories of modern-day believers who refuse to let fear dictate their lives. Despite living in a world...

Elongated human skulls have been found on every inhabited continent, with the majority of examples dating back around 2000 years. These skulls were often the result of artificial cranial deformation,...

Desmond Child's remarkable journey to becoming one of the most influential composers and lyricists in rock music is revealed in this candid memoir. From his unconventional upbringing as a Latino gay...

Clara & Olivia by Lucy Ashe is a gripping debut novel that explores the complexities of identity and obsession. In 1933, Sadler's Wells, two identical twin sisters, Clara and Olivia, are about to...

Dear Olivia: An Italian Journey of Love and Courage by Mary Contini is a heartwarming memoir that shares the story of her great-grandparents' journey from humble Italian shepherds to transforming...

Olivia de Havilland Lady Triumphant is a comprehensive biography that delves into the life and career of Academy Award-winning actress Olivia de Havilland. Through extensive interviews and personal...

From near-extinction to cup-final triumph, Hibernian Football Club's 1991 season is remembered as one of the most remarkable in Scottish football history. This book tells the story of a team that...

Olivia Rodrigo: All Access is a biography that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of the singer-songwriter. The book is packed with fun facts, stats, and listicles, providing a unique...

Rasta Way of Life: A Guide to the Rastafari LivityThis book provides an in-depth exploration of the Rastafari Livity, covering essential aspects of the Rastafari way of life. From the morning routine...

First published in 1930 as part of James Joyce's experimental novel Finnegans Wake, Anna Livia Plurabelle is an early extract that showcases the author's innovative style. Printed in pamphlet form,...

Clara & Olivia by Lucy Ashe is a gripping and atmospheric debut novel set in 1930s London. As rehearsals for the ballet Coppélia intensify, identical twin sisters Clara and Olivia begin to feel like...

The Spectacular City: Violence and Performance in Urban Bolivia by Daniel M. Goldstein In the city of Cochabamba, migrants from rural areas have settled on the outskirts, seeking opportunity but...

David Livingstone: A Life of Courage and ConvictionThis in-depth biography offers a balanced look at the life of David Livingstone, a Scottish missionary doctor, explorer and abolitionist who played...

The Mattel Intellivision and the First Console War is a fascinating account of how one company's foray into Intelligent Television changed the face of video gaming. Jamie Lendino, a renowned video...

Garfield's latest collection is a sweet treat for fans. This full-color compilation features the lovable cat's love of desserts in all their forms.The best things in life are indeed sweet, and...

Discover the fascinating realm of nothingness and its surprising implications for our understanding of the universe. From the origins of the cosmos to the mysteries of the human mind, this collection...

The Atlas Six is a dark academic debut fantasy novel by Olivie Blake, now revised and edited with additional content. A dark and thrilling tale has captured the hearts of millions on BookTok, with...

The Atlas Paradox by Olivie Blake is a dark academia thriller that follows the secret society of Alexandrians as they navigate the consequences of their newfound power. As the society's newest...

The Forest of Doom Official Fighting Fantasy Colouring Book 2 brings the visceral illustrations of artist Malcolm Barter to life with your colours. You were the hero in this Fighting Fantasy...

A young woman starts her career as a research assistant at Oxford, but feels disconnected from the world around her. Eight months later, she finds herself in London, working temporarily for a society...

The art of living well and finding happiness according to your star sign is revealed in this insightful guide. By exploring your zodiac sign, you'll discover unique traits and meanings that can help...

Olivier Messiaen's Turangalîla-symphonie is one of the composer's most innovative works, drawing inspiration from human love rather than his Catholic faith. This Element provides in-depth analysis of...

Emma's life has hit rock bottom. Rejected by the man she loves and sacked from her job, she finds herself serving ice cream at the park in 1996. Her best mate Dave is happy, her dad is emerging from...

The final installment of the Star Trek: Coda trilogy brings together the crews of Jean-Luc Picard and Benjamin Sisko in a desperate bid to prevent a cosmic-level apocalypse. As the stakes grow...

Twenty years have passed since the loss of a loved one, and a message in a bottle has finally reached dry land. Olivia Harrison presents a poignant collection of twenty poems, Came the Lightening,...

A sweeping and heartbreaking biography of the passionate, turbulent marriage of Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. In 1934, Vivien Leigh met Laurence Olivier at Theatre Royal, where he was...

Livy's History of Rome presents a vivid narrative of Rome's rise from its traditional foundation to 9 BC. Written in splendid style, this history illustrates the collective and individual virtues...

Sling Braiding Traditions and Techniques From Peru, Bolivia, and Around the World by Rodrick Owen and Terry Newhouse Flynn is a comprehensive guide to making slings. This full-color book features...

Olivia Beckett's life is unravelling. Her family faces financial ruin and she's struggling to stay in college. She can't even turn to her former boyfriend for support, as he's become increasingly...

Kay Scarpetta is back in a thrilling new mystery from the #1 global bestseller. When the judge's sister is found dead, Scarpetta is drawn into a sensational murder trial and must use her expertise as...

Alms for Oblivion: Sunset on the Pacific WarA gripping account of one man's experiences in the aftermath of World War II, as he navigates the complexities of post-war Asia.Peter Kemp's memoir...

Olivia Hussey's memoir shares the remarkable story of her life and career, from her iconic role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film adaptation to her experiences as a Hollywood starlet. Born...

The Tupac Amaru and Catarista Rebellions: An Anthology of Sources This collection brings together a wide range of primary sources to tell the story of three indigenous rebellions that challenged...

Blooming Bare by Morgan Richard Olivier explores the inner journey of self-love, healing, and growth through poetry and prose. This collection of writings delves into the complexities of human...

Kay Scarpetta is back in a thrilling new mystery. The renowned forensic pathologist is pitted against a powerful force that threatens to destroy her. A shocking discovery sets her on a perilous path,...

The Lives of Olivia de Havilland and Joan Fontaine is a biography that explores the lives of two Hollywood actresses who were sisters by birth but became legendary in their own right. The book...

The Dawn of the Roman Empire Books 31-40 by Livy In 196 BC, a herald's announcement set Greece free, but only a bold leader could bring about such a monumental change. This pivotal moment marked the...

Act of Oblivion is a gripping thriller that follows Colonel Edward Whalley and his son-in-law, Colonel William Goffe, as they flee across the Atlantic after being found guilty of high treason for the...

Bolivia's struggle for control over its natural resources has been a recurring theme in recent years. In 2003, the "Gas Wars" protests led to the ousting of President Gonzalo Sanchez de Lozada, as...

Olivia Rodrigo's life is full of surprises. Before she became a successful musician, she was already making waves in the entertainment industry as an actress and dancer. But what does her personal...

The Road to Sparta tells the story of Dean Karnazes' remarkable journey to relive the epic run that inspired the world's greatest foot race. In 490 BC, Pheidippides ran from Athens to Sparta in just...

The Call of the Wild and White Fang brings together two of Jack London's most famous novellas in one volume. This collection explores the struggle between humanity's wild nature and the demands of...

Niccolò Machiavelli's The Discourses offers a thought-provoking commentary on the nature of politics and civic freedom. Written in response to Livy's history of republican Rome, Machiavelli presents...

Olivia Locher's photographs showcase the quirky side of American law. From serving wine in teacups to perming a child's hair, these images highlight strange and outdated regulations from each of the...

Life was going well for Alannah Robertson. She had a good job in fashion retail, a lovely boyfriend, great friends and a gorgeous flat by the sea. But when the world was hit by a pandemic and...

Amy Licence's Bohemian Lives explores the lives of three extraordinary women: Ida Nettleship, Sophie Brzeska, and Fernande Olivier. Their stories are intertwined by their experiences as bohemians in...

The War of the Pacific 1879-83: A Naval Campaign in South America's Ironclad Era In the late 19th century, a war broke out between Chile and Peru over control of the guano-rich Chincha islands. This...

Audie Murphy, Laurence Olivier, Vivien Leigh and Dirk Bogarde in WW2 by Melody Foreman The stories behind the stars are often more compelling than their screen appearances. This book delves into the...

The Andean Conjunto Tradition: A Unique Form of Mass-Mediated Folk Music In Bolivia, the Andean conjunto has become an integral part of the country's musical landscape. This ensemble format,...

One Night: Denied by Jodi Ellen Malpas is the latest installment in a bestselling trilogy that has captured the hearts of readers worldwide. If you're looking for a passionate and authentic love...

David Wootton's Modern Political Thought: Readings from Machiavelli to Nietzsche offers a comprehensive collection of readings from key thinkers in modern political thought. This second edition...

The Early History of Rome: Books I-V This revised edition of Livy's monumental history of Rome offers a vivid account of the city's early years, from its foundation to the establishment of the...

Leo Strauss's Thoughts on Machiavelli is a seminal work that explores the complexities of Machiavelli's political philosophy. At its core, Strauss's interpretation reveals the depth and nuance of...

Livy's History of Rome presents a vivid narrative of Rome's rise from its traditional foundation to 9 BC. This comprehensive work, composed during a time of great change in the Roman Empire,...

The History of Rome Books 1-10 (Royal Collector's Edition) This monumental history of ancient Rome covers the legendary founding of the city and its early years, from the landing of Aeneas in Italy...

The Roman Historians by Ronald Mellor provides an in-depth examination of the major Roman historians and their biographies. This book explores how Roman historical writing was regarded as a literary...

In the summer of 1940, as the world teeters on the brink of war, a Nazi spy infiltrates Westminster Palace in search of a secret that could unleash a German invasion. Against this perilous backdrop,...

The Roman Way by Edith Hamilton A vivid portrayal of Roman civilization, this history draws on the greatest writers of the age to reveal the spirit and life of ancient Rome. Cicero's letters,...

Livy's magnum opus presents a vivid narrative of Rome's rise from its traditional foundation to 9 BC. This comprehensive history spans over 500 years, from the city's establishment in 753 or 751 BC...

Livy's History of Rome, Volume XIII Books 43-45 is a comprehensive account of Rome's rise to greatness. Written in the 1st century AD, this work provides an uncritical but clear and living narrative...

Key to Advanced Latin provides answers to exercises from "Advanced Latin: Materials for A2 and Pre-U", a new language textbook. This companion guide offers solutions to 24 translation/comprehension...

This comprehensive guide to Roman history is designed to accompany the OCR A-Level specification in Latin. It features practice unseen passages from key writers, including Livy, as well as additional...

Ancient Rome's longest epic, Punica, is a 17-book poem by Silius Italicus that explores the Second Punic War (218-202 BC) between Carthage and Rome. Written in pure Latin and smooth verse, the poem...

The Greek and Roman Historians provides an in-depth exploration of how history was conceived and practiced from Homer to the writers of the Roman Empire. This volume examines the development of...

A concise and authoritative history of migration provides a masterful overview of human movement from Africa into Asia and Europe, to the present day. Massimo Livi-Bacci explores the factors that...

Kew Gardens is a captivating short story by Virginia Woolf, set against the stunning backdrop of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew's Palm House. On a hot summer's day, the Palm House comes alive with...

Hannibal's War: A Military History of the Second Punic War by John Francis Lazenby provides a comprehensive account of one of history's most pivotal conflicts. This scholarly work examines the Second...

Livy's magnum opus presents a vivid narrative of Rome's rise from its traditional foundation to 9 BC. Composed during a time of great change, as the imperial autocracy was replacing the republican...

The Punchdrunk Encyclopaedia is a comprehensive account of one of the world's foremost immersive theatre companies. Spanning eighteen years of existence, this book provides an unrivalled historical...

After a devastating car accident destroyed her life as she knew it, Kacey escapes to Florida in search of a fresh start. There, she meets an enigmatic man who is determined to capture her heart...

The Cambridge Companion to Machiavelli brings together sixteen original essays by leading experts to provide a comprehensive understanding of Niccolò Machiavelli's life, work and thought. This...