729 results for 'Pierre, Joris'

Seeing Fairies: Authentic Reports of Fairies in Modern TimesThis book brings together an unprecedented number of fairy sightings from around the world, amassing over 400 accounts of encounters with...

The Phenomenon of Man is a philosophical exploration of the relationship between science and religion, written by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin. In this book, Teilhard argues that the evolution of...

Wotan's Daughter: The Life of Marjorie Lawrence tells the remarkable story of an Australian opera star who rose to international acclaim despite facing significant challenges. From her humble...

A comprehensive anthology of modern and postmodern poetry, spanning from the postwar period to the dawn of the millennium. Poems for the Millennium, Volume Two brings together an international array...

The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post A Novel by Allison Pataki is a captivating tale of one woman's remarkable journey to self-discovery and success.From her humble beginnings gluing cereal boxes...

Jorinde Voigt On Reality presents a groundbreaking body of work that redefines the boundaries of drawing and representation. By employing surgical techniques to cut and layer paper, Voigt creates...

Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe and her cousin-in-law Edna arrive in Romania for a tranquil escape, starting with a night at the opera. However, their evening of culture turns deadly when an opera diva is...

A free holiday in the Highlands sounds like a dream come true, but for Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe and her friends, it's about to turn into a nightmare. When they arrive at Nessie's Lochside Hotel,...

The Magickal Life of Marjorie Cameron is a fascinating biography that delves into the extraordinary life of artist and occultist Marjorie Cameron. Born in 1922, Cameron's unique talent as an artist...

Dark secrets surface at the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta, threatening to disrupt Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe's perfect summer. When her friend's old university chum is found drowned near Henley...

This stunning publication celebrates the life and legacy of philanthropist Marjorie Merriweather Post, whose residences and personal collections are renowned for their exquisite beauty. Spanning...

Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe and her friends are going undercover. After a brief rehabilitation stay at the luxurious Evergreen Acres Retirement Home, Edna suspects foul play in two recent deaths and...

Marjorie Sewell Cautley was a trailblazing landscape architect who defied convention to create places for people to lead healthy lives. Her remarkable career spanned four decades, during which she...

Deck the halls with poison and secrets... A killer is lurking this Christmas. When Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe's peaceful December is interrupted by unexpected house guests, she calls in reinforcements...

Explore the natural world through the beautiful illustrations in this coloring book menagerie. Featuring 47 pages of intricate animal designs, each one invites you to slow down and appreciate the...

Lady Marjorie Snellthorpe receives an unexpected invitation to spend the week at Oscar Winchester's elegant mansion while attending the Wimbledon Championships. She arrives with her allies, including...

Decorative Czech Folk Art: The Artistry of Marjorie Nejdl showcases the vibrant traditions and symbols of ornamental Czech folk art. This collection features over 40 images of colorful eggshells, as...

This collection tells the story of four families during World War I. Foreword by Charles MessengerCharles S. Fair's book explores the experiences of these families, shedding light on the human impact...

How to Be Human: An Autistic Man's Guide to Life is a profound exploration of life in a world constructed for neurotypical brains. Jory Fleming, the first young adult with autism to attend Oxford...

Ann McCutchan's biography of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author behind the beloved classic The Yearling. Born in Washington,...

The Backstagers is a story about Jory, who finds acceptance and friendship among an unlikely group - the stage crew known as the Backstagers. They welcome him into their world, which exists beyond...

A woman's quest for truth puts her family in grave danger. Thirteen years ago, Jori Trahan's boyfriend vanished without a trace. Now, she returns to her hometown in Alabama to care for her ailing...

Discover the fascinating history behind British Pierrot troupes and concert parties in this comprehensive and authoritative volume.This first-ever historical textbook explores the origins,...

The Aberdeens: A Liberal Legacy John Campbell Gordon and Ishbel Marjoribanks Gordon, known as the Aberdeens, were a remarkable couple whose commitment to liberal values and egalitarian marriage...

Thailand's Theory of Monarchy: The Vessantara Jataka and the Idea of the Perfect Man by Patrick Jory explores the origins and cultural history of Theravada Buddhist ideals behind Thailand's...

Color your way into a world of delightful pets with Marjorie Sarnat's Pampered Pets. This charming adult coloring book features forty-nine intricate line illustrations of animals, including cats,...

Get creative with fabulous fashions from around the world. This adult coloring book features 49 intricate designs, including jeans, dresses, sweaters, and more, all waiting for your colorful touch...

The Good Egg by Jory John is a humorous story about finding balance in life. A dozen eggs live together, but some are more rotten than others. One egg tries to be perfect, feeling pressure from the...

With the FlowA novella about the search for pleasure and meaning in a life of monotony.This 1882 work by Joris-Karl Huysmans explores the human desire for connection and escape, as its protagonist...

The Taken-down God Selected Poems 1997-2008 by Jorie GrahamAcclaimed poet Jorie Graham presents a coherent and compelling body of work, selected from her five previous books. This collection...

Pierre de Siorac's journey to Paris is one of treacherous intrigue and deadly ambition. Ambushed by a jealous nobleman in 1572, Pierre must navigate the treacherous world of the royal court, where...

Max Murphy has had enough of his life's detours. He sets out to reboot with a no-fail plan: forget about his cheating ex, find new digs, and reclaim his passion for intramural softball. But when he...

The Sour Grape is a humorous picture book about holding grudges. A grape named Grudge holds onto past hurts for every reason under the sun, but when a friend doesn't listen to an explanation, Grudge...

Jorinda Pearce's life has taken a few unexpected turns. After graduating and settling into a comfortable routine, she finds herself feeling unfulfilled. A recent divorce and an unfulfilling job have...

The Chevy Small-Block V-8 Interchange Manual 2nd Edition provides a comprehensive guide for working on small-block Chevrolet engines. With over 25,000 part numbers, specs, and technical details, this...

The Valerian Complete Collection brings together the first volume of the series, featuring the original two parts of The City of Shifting Waters, plus The Empire of a Thousand Planets. This...

To 2040 by Jorie Graham Visionary new poems from Jorie Graham explore an apocalyptic world where the boundaries between fact and fiction blur. In sparse lines, she reveals a future where rain must be...

The Pierrepoint A Family of Executioners Between 1950 and 2000, the Pierrepoint family executed over 800 people, with the three men - Henry, Thomas, and Albert - being responsible for the majority of...

Robespierre: A Revolutionary Life by Peter McPhee is a masterful biography that reevaluates the life and legacy of one of history's most complex figures. This new portrait of Maximilien Robespierre...

The Terrible Two Get Worse By Mac Barnett and Jory John Miles Murphy and Niles Sparks are masters of mischief. Their pranks bring joy to their classmates, but also land them in trouble with the...

The Fall of Robespierre: A 24-Hour Analysis of Revolutionary Paris By Colin Jones Oxford University Press, 2023 On July 27, 1794, the fate of Maximilien Robespierre hung in the balance. As the most...

Maximilien Robespierre was a figure of profound contradiction, embodying both the ideals and the excesses of the French Revolution. His life is marked by a tragic struggle between liberty and...

The Fall of Robespierre: A 24-Hour Analysis On July 27, 1794, Maximilien Robespierre's world was turned upside down in just 24 hours. This gripping analysis delves into the events leading up to his...

Virtue and Terror (Revolutions) by Maximilien Robespierre Robespierre's defense of the French Revolution remains one of the most powerful justifications for political violence ever written. Today,...

The Pierrepont Family: A Genealogical Abstract This booklet explores the male line of the Pierrepont family from Sir Hugh de Pierrepont in 980 to the mid-1800s. It covers three main periods: the...

Robespierre and the French Revolution by Ruth Scurr is a thought-provoking biography that explores the life of Maximilien Robespierre, a complex figure whose legacy has been shaped by both admiration...

Pierrot Mon Ami, a novel by Raymond Queneau, is a quirky coming-of-age story about a young man's journey into a world of deceit and manipulation.As he navigates various roles and relationships, the...

Daveth Blyd's life was marked by hardship and loss from an early age. After being falsely accused of theft, he lost his place in the city guard and struggled to find steady work. However, when a...

The Way of the Fight by Georges St-Pierre In this intimate memoir, Georges St-Pierre shares the lessons he learned on his journey to the top of the UFC, from overcoming bullying and injury to...

When opposites attract, hilarity ensues in this geeky and sweet romantic comedy set in France. Mia's initial impression of Pierre as just a charming waiter turns out to be far from the truth.Pierre's...

Nabil Steals a Penguin by Nishani Reed is a hilarious story about an unlikely friendship between two very different individuals. When Pierre the penguin tries Nabil's delicious biriyani rice, he...

The Celibates Trilogy: Pierrette, The Vicar of Tours & The Black Sheep (The Two Brothers)This collection of novels by Honoré de Balzac explores the theme of celibacy through three interconnected...

The French Revolution was shaped by radical ideas from the Enlightenment. In Revolutionary Ideas, Jonathan Israel explores how these intellectual currents drove the course of the Revolution. Israel...

Big Snake Little Snake: An Inquiry Into Risk by DBC Pierre is a collection of true stories gathered during a journey to make a short film with a parrot in Trinidad. This book delves into the world of...

Raising Your Newborn Brand: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Successful Business. After years of experience in teaching creativity and branding, Joris van Dooren and Coen Luijten noticed a common...

The Guitar Book of Pierre Bensusan Guitar Technique is a comprehensive guide for advanced fingerstyle guitar players. This book is the first of its kind in the United States, featuring arrangements...

Schrödinger's Dog A Novel by Martin Dumont is a poignant novel about the enduring bond between a father and son. For nearly twenty years, Yanis has devoted himself to his son Pierre, sharing a love...

Color your way into the world of flowers with this beautifully illustrated coloring book. Featuring 30 exquisite floral illustrations from Pierre-Joseph Redouté, each one is ready to be brought to...

Cajun Night After Christmas tells the story of St. Nick's alligator companion Pierre, who has been left behind after a chaotic holiday season. Boudreau, a frazzled father, takes in Pierre to keep him...

This humorous tale presents a unique perspective on life's inevitabilities. Each page showcases a character's predicament, from a clown to a cassette tape, with a dash of dark humor and relatable wit...

The Dukan Diet Special Sales by Pierre DukanThis book offers a comprehensive guide to the Dukan Diet, a weight loss method that focuses on protein-rich foods and emphasizes gradual weight loss. By...

In the midst of an uneasy peace, France is torn apart by secret conflicts. Catholics, Protestants, and foreign agents vie for control, their actions shrouded in secrecy and violence. Amidst this...

The Inner Citadel: The Meditations of Marcus Aurelius by Pierre Hadot This collection of meditations offers profound insights into Stoic philosophy and its relevance to everyday life. Written for...

The Cool Bean is a humorous picture book about being cool and fitting in. A bean who's not very cool tries to join the crowd, but it doesn't work out until he learns how to be kind instead. With...

Three I Can Reads in one slipcase from the Food Group series by Jory John and Pete Oswald. This collection includes three early readers starring characters from the popular series: The Bad Seed Goes...

Fast Poems is a thought-provoking collection from Pulitzer Prize winner Jorie Graham. In her latest work, she explores the boundaries of human existence in a world where technology is rapidly...

Experience the vibrant cuisines of West Africa with 80 easy, accessible recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef Pierre Thiam. This cookbook offers an entry point into the cooking of a region...

Against The Grain by Joris-Karl Huysmans Translated into English by John Howard, this edition of Against The Grain is a meticulously restored version of the original work. The text has been carefully...

The Dynamic Heart in Daily Life explores how Christ redeems and transforms human experience. Jeremy Pierre offers a comprehensive view of how the heart works, combining faith-centered understanding...

A beautifully illustrated adaptation of a beloved Russian story, made accessible to a broad range of readers. When Pierre inherits a vast fortune after his father's death, he finds himself at the...

The Bad Seed Goes to the Library by Jory John is a Level 1 I Can Read book that explores the story of a character who borrows a book from the library. When the book can't be read anymore, the...

The Mira calligraphiae monumenta is a remarkable example of two artistic disciplines combined. In the 16th century, Emperor Rudolf II commissioned master calligrapher Georg Bocskay to create a model...

Sandcastle is a profoundly disturbing and fantastical mystery that begins like a murder investigation and continues like an episode of The Twilight Zone. In this idyllic cove, a family, young couple,...

The Macarons by Pierre Hermé is a comprehensive guide to making these iconic French pastries. With over 200 pages of recipes and beautiful food photography, this book is a treasure trove for anyone...

Ken Follett's Lie Down with Lions is a gripping tale of suspense and deceit, spanning from the streets of Paris to the battlefields of Afghanistan. When rival spies Ellis and Jean-Pierre both fall...

The captivating story of two artists, bound by blood and inspired by life. Pierre-Auguste Renoir, a master of French painting, and his son Jean, a pioneering filmmaker, share a common thread - a...

Lucid and elegant analysis of three poets' styles. Helen Vendler's 1994 Richard Ellman Lectures explore the motives behind poets' dramatic breaks from their earlier styles, examining the interplay of...

To the Women I Once Loved by Pierre Alex Jeanty is a poignant reflection on past relationships and their lasting impact. This collection of poetry explores the qualities often overlooked in love,...

The Cornish Captive by Nicola Pryce is a gripping novel set in 18th-century Cornwall. After spending 14 years in various mad houses, Madeleine Pelligrew is released from prison under mysterious...

The Backstagers Vol. 2 by James Tynion IV explores the world beyond the curtain in an earnest story of friendship and self-expression. When one of the actors goes missing, Jory and his friends must...

Hello Everybody! is a personal account of one journalist's five-year experience reporting in the Middle East. Joris Luyendijk recounts his encounters with people from all walks of life, from stone...

Pierre Balmain was one of the original big Parisian couture houses, alongside Dior and Chanel, that dominated the 1950s fashion world with their spectacular evening wear. Today, his ultra-modern look...

This charming picture book tells the story of a cookie who struggles to feel like a smart cookie. Despite her efforts, she compares unfavourably to clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery...

The Good Egg by Jory John and Pete Oswald is a humorous story about not having to be perfect. A good egg tries to maintain his high standards in a world where others are behaving badly, but the...

The barrel should have contained books - instead it held treasure and a severed head. Gil Cunningham and his old acquaintance, Glasgow merchant Augie Morison, report a gruesome substitute to the...

A 18th century French drama about the consequences of seduction and deception.Written by Christopher Hampton, this play is based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos.Published in 1986, it...

Uki and the Ghostburrow is the sixth adventure in the world of Podkin One-Ear, a spellbinding story full of friendship, excitement and magic.After capturing Charice, Uki must now find Mortix, the...

Giraffe Problems by Jory John is a humorous tale about an animal struggling with his unique feature. Edward the giraffe finds himself perplexed by his long, bendy neck and tries various methods to...

From the New World Poems 1976-2014A comprehensive collection of poems by Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Jorie Graham, spanning nearly four decades of her work. This selection showcases Graham's...

The High Life by Jean-Pierre Martinet is a dark and unsettling novella that explores the grimly humorous possibilities of unlimited pessimism. Set in a bleak Parisian landscape, the story follows a...

Ancient Greece is often depicted as a tranquil and serene civilization, but Jean-Pierre Vernant reveals a more complex and multifaceted culture. This book explores the intersection of ancient Greek...

The Fable of the Bees and Other Writings by Bernard Mandeville and E. J. Hundert is a collection of writings that offer insight into the social theorist's work. This edition includes selections from...

The Bad Seed by Jory John is a humorous tale about a seed with a bad temper and attitude. He consistently cuts in line, stares at others, and refuses to listen. However, when this mischievous little...

Beka Adamashvili's novel is a postmodern exploration of literary pretentiousness and the desire for fame. Multiple allusions to classic works are woven into its narrative, as characters from...

Blessings to Heal Myself and the World: Living One's Spirituality in Everyday Life by Pierre Pradervand. Imagine living without resentment, responding with full awareness to every situation and...

Uki and the Swamp Spirit by Kieran Larwood is a story about a sickly green light spreading through the networks of water in the marsh. This light, linked to all creatures in the swamp, threatens to...

The Oblate by Joris-Karl Huysmans In this final part of his spiritual journey, Durtal's path to redemption is marked by a profound transformation. Having explored the extremes of modernity in his...

The Depth of the Landscape by Jean-Pierre Pranlas-Descours explores the intricate relationship between landscape and architecture. This book delves into 16 projects, examining how they reflect...

Keats's Negative Capability: New Origins and Afterlives offers a fresh perspective on John Keats's concept of negative capability. This collection of essays explores the idea of embracing uncertainty...