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Bishop Jeremiah Dawodu, pastor of a Nigerian megachurch, has been arrested and charged with the murder of his wife, Folasade, the 'First Lady' of the church. The arrest was public, humiliating and...

This biography explores the psychological and artistic origins of Philip Roth's creative life. It examines his major career events while identifying recurring themes in his writing, including his...

Andrew Motion's biography of Philip Larkin is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the poet's life. As Larkin's literary executor and close friend, Motion brings a unique perspective to...

Philip's Local Explorer Street Atlas Derbyshire and the Peak District provides detailed mapping for walkers, cyclists, and local explorers in the area. This atlas features streets, lanes, footpaths,...

Detailed coverage of Skye and Lochalsh is provided by this new edition map from Philip's. Featuring all major places of tourist, cultural and historic interest, it shows the region's road network at...

Philip's Local Explorer Street Atlas Somerset provides detailed mapping and information for walkers, cyclists, and local explorers in the area. This atlas features exceptional detail, including every...

Philip's Stargazing 2024 is the perfect companion for anyone looking to explore the night skies. This handy, fact-packed guide is designed for easy and daily use, making it ideal for both beginners...

Elizabeth and Philip: A Story of Young Love, Marriage and Monarchy by Tessa Dunlop explores the extraordinary relationship between Princess Elizabeth and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten, whose marriage...

I Have to Start at School TodayA laugh-out-loud picture book about starting school for the first time. Things could go wrong, but what if they don't? Simon Philip's story is a reassuring look at one...

Sir Philip's Folly is a charming Regency romance that brings together a cast of colourful characters at the Poor Relation hotel. When two new arrivals cause commotion among the established order,...

Philip Pullman's Grimm Tales for Young and Old brings the magic of the original stories to life in a dark and glittering way. Retold by Philip Wilson, this stage version features the familiar...

Philip Lynott: A Life of Contrasts The life of Thin Lizzy's guiding spirit, Philip Lynott, is a complex and fascinating tale of contradictions. This biography, written with the cooperation of the...

The 2025 Philip's Easy to Read Road Atlas of Britain is packed with clear mapping and essential information for exploring Britain. With over 350 pages, it features exceptionally detailed maps at a...

Philip Larkin's Complete Poems brings together all his published and unpublished works in one definitive edition. This new collection includes previously unseen pieces from his typescripts, letters,...

Philip Larkin's Selected Letters reveal a more complex figure than his poetry alone might suggest. This collection of letters offers an astonishing view of a great poet's progress, from youth to age,...

Dreams, nightmares and realities collide in this thought-provoking novel by Philip K. Dick. A particle-light beam slices through a laboratory visit, plunging its victims into a world constructed from...

Philip Roth: A Comprehensive Introduction to His Works and Thought Philip Roth has been a major literary figure since his debut book Goodbye, Columbus won the National Book Award in 1959. With over...

The Golden Age of Speedway By Philip Dalling In the aftermath of World War II, British speedway experienced a remarkable surge in popularity. At its peak, ten million spectators flocked to tracks...

The Big Sleep by Raymond ChandlerA complex web of extortion, kidnapping, and seduction ensnares private investigator Philip Marlowe in this iconic crime novel. When old man Sternwood hires Marlowe to...

Philip's Local Explorer Street Atlas Cornwall and Plymouth provides detailed mapping for walkers, cyclists, and local explorers. At a scale that allows for greener options to uncover hidden gems in...

Philip II of Macedonia: A Military Genius Ahead of His Time This biography sheds new light on one of history's greatest military minds, Philip II of Macedonia. A unifier of Greece and founder of the...

Philip Guston's 1971 series of drawings, now published for the first time, presents a scathing critique of power and politics. In response to the tumultuous events of his time, Guston created a...

The 2025 Philip's Easy to Read Multiscale Road Atlas of Europe is an essential companion for anyone planning to drive in Europe. With clear and detailed maps, it provides the information you need to...

Philip Sassoon: A Life at the Heart of Society At the height of British global power and influence, one man connected some of the most fascinating minds of his time. Philip Sassoon was a polymath -...

Philip K. Dick's Collected Stories Volume 4 is a comprehensive collection of the author's most influential short stories, showcasing his unique vision of the Science Fiction genre. This edition...

Journalist Philip Dryden receives shocking news: his father, who had been presumed dead in a 1977 car accident, has been found dead. At the same time, two unrelated cases require his attention - a...

Prince Philip's Life in His Own Words by Nigel Cawthorne is an affectionate self-portrait that offers a fascinating first-hand insight into the royal world. At just 21 years old, Prince Philip wrote...

The Moon Map is a detailed guide to the visible side of the Moon, featuring over 500 physical features such as craters, seas, mountains, and valleys. This practical map is ideal for anyone interested...

The Gnostic Gospels of Philip, Mary Magdalene, and Thomas Inside the Da Vinci Code and Holy Blood, Holy Grail by Joseph Lumpkin This book explores the Gnostic texts that have sparked intense debate...

When Bishop Jeremiah Dawodu is arrested for the murder of his wife at the pulpit, shock cuts through the tight community surrounding him. As he maintains his innocence, his congregation believes him,...

The Lightning Stones by Jack du Brul is a gripping thriller that follows Philip Mercer as he uncovers a sinister plot in the depths of an underground mine. When his old friend and mentor, Abraham...

Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was a man of contrasts - a life marked by both turmoil and stability, controversy and devotion. This is the story of his extraordinary life, told with unique insight...

Conversations with Philip Roth offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of America's most acclaimed writers. Spanning his prolific career, these interviews reveal the evolution of Roth's...

Philip K. Dick: Five Novels of the 1960s & 70s by Philip K. Dick is a comprehensive collection of five novels that showcase the science-fiction master's incandescent imagination and speculative...

The Divine Madness of Philip K. Dick by Kyle Arnold Philip K. Dick was one of the most imaginative writers of the 20th century, shaping science fiction into the popular genre it is today. His stories...

The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler In this gripping novel, private investigator Philip Marlowe is hired by the Sternwood family to deal with a blackmailing problem. However, he soon finds himself...

Philip Marlowe, the iconic detective created by Raymond Chandler, is reimagined in Joe Ide's "The Goodbye Coast". In this modern retelling, Marlowe navigates the complex and often ruthless world of...

Philip Larkin: A Poet's Concerns A fresh analysis of Philip Larkin's poems, this book explores his major concerns and provides background information on his life and cultural context. Through close...

Philip Marlowe navigates the complex streets of Los Angeles, a city of contrasts where scheming actresses and ruthless gang members coexist with virulent inequality. As a private detective, he lives...

The Global Empire of Philip II is the final volume in Hugh Thomas's monumental history of the Spanish Empire. This book chronicles the conquest of Paraguay and the River Plate, the Yucatan in Mexico,...

Philip Larkin's poetry has a unique ability to evoke both levity and gloom. This selection, chosen by Martin Amis, brings together four collections and uncollected poems that showcase Larkin's...

A rare sighting of the Boreal Owl has set off a chain of events that will prove to be one of the most eventful weeks in recent history. For journalist Philip Dryden, it's a sense of foreboding that...

Philip K. Dick: Four Novels of the 1960s brings together four seminal works by the visionary science fiction writer Philip K. Dick. This collection showcases his unique blend of philosophical inquiry...

The World Jones Made by Philip K. Dick is a prophetic and unsettling chronicle about a post-nuclear messiah who rises to power despite his own limitations. Floyd Jones, a sullen and ungainly...

Philip Roth's essential nonfiction writings are collected in this definitive edition. Spanning his career, the collection includes six pieces published here for the first time and many others revised...

The Boy Who Never Came Home: The Inside Story of Missing Teenager Philip Cairns By Emma McMenamy Mirror Books, 2022 Thirty-five years after his disappearance, the case of Philip Cairns remains one of...

Philip W. Anderson: A Life of Physics and Influence Philip W. Anderson was a Nobel Prize-winning physicist who transformed the field of solid-state physics into its current form, known as condensed...

This collection brings together the writings, lectures, and conversations of Philip Guston, one of the most intellectually adventurous painters of modern times. Through his wide reading in literature...

A beautifully rendered hardboiled novel that echoes the melancholy of Raymond Chandler's style, Benjamin Black's "The Black Eyed Blonde" is a gripping crime tale set in 1950s Los Angeles. Private...

Philip Roth: Novels 1967-1972: When She Was Good / Portnoy's Complaint / Our Gang / The Breast is a collection of four novels that showcase Philip Roth's remarkable range and inventiveness. In this...

Clear and detailed road map of Ireland at 9 miles to 1 inch. This handy guide features the latest new roads and motorways, making route-planning simple and easy. Key driving information is provided,...

Alexander the Great's conquests are the stuff of legend, but it was his father Philip II who laid the foundations for his success. This book tells the story of their reigns in one volume, exploring...

Alexander the Great's conquests are a testament to his extraordinary military prowess and leadership. From 334 until his death in 323, he expanded the Macedonian empire from Greece to Asia Minor, the...

Philip French's writings on cinema have been a staple for film enthusiasts and critics alike for nearly half a century. This collection brings together some of his most engaging and insightful pieces...

King Philip's War 1675-76 America's Deadliest Colonial Conflict by Gabriele Esposito is a comprehensive study of one of the most pivotal conflicts in American history. This conflict, fought between...

Sir Philip Sidney: The Major Works offers a comprehensive collection of the poet's most significant works, including his sonnet sequence Astrophil and Stella, and substantial parts of both versions...

Discover the intricate world of Spanish royal fashion during the 17th century, as revealed in the life and work of Mateo Aguado, the most influential dress designer of his time. This book brings to...

A double-sided map of the Cotswolds, featuring places of tourist and historic interest in an easy-to-read style. This leisure and tourist map provides detailed coverage of the area's road network at...

The Macedonian Army of Philip II and Alexander the Great, 359-323 BC is a detailed analysis of the organization and equipment of the Macedonian army built by Philip II and later employed to...

The Explorer and the Journalist: Frederick Cook, Philip Gibbs and the Scandal that Shocked the World In 1909, a telegram from American explorer Frederick Cook sent shockwaves through the polar...

Clive James's collection of writings about Philip Larkin gathers together his most insightful and engaging thoughts on this major twentieth-century poet.James explores Larkin's poetry, novels, jazz,...

The Colonel of Tamarkan: A Forgotten Hero of World War II This remarkable biography tells the story of Lieutenant Colonel Philip Toosey, a British officer who commanded over 2,000 Allied prisoners of...

Discover the shocking truth behind the business and lifestyle of Sir Philip Green in this jaw-dropping expose. Oliver Shah uncovers the truth behind one of Britain's biggest business scandals,...

Clive James's love letter to Philip Larkin is a joyous and perceptive tribute to one of the 20th century's most cherished poets. This collection gathers all of James's writing on Larkin, including...

Trent's Own Case by E. C. Bentley and Herbert Warner Allen is a gripping mystery novel that explores the complexities of friendship and loyalty. When James Randolph is found murdered, Trent seems to...

Trenton Doyle Hancock Confronts Philip Guston is a thought-provoking book that brings together two trailblazing artists from different generations. Contemporary Black artist Trenton Doyle Hancock has...

Philip K. Dick's final novels are gathered in this comprehensive collection, showcasing the author's exploration of religious revelation and its human consequences. A Maze of Death (1970) sets the...

Gordian III and Philip the Arab: The Roman Empire at a Crossroads A dual biography of two emperors who shaped the fate of Rome during its most turbulent period, the 'Third Century Crisis'. In 238,...

Philip Lynott's life was marked by contradictions - between his wild rock star excesses and his sensitive soul. This biography explores these tensions, tracing Lynott's journey from a troubled...

Philip Johnson, Architect of the Modern Century by Mark Lamster is a biography that lifts the veil on the life of one of America's most recognizable and influential figures. A complex and...

The Marriage of Tudor England and Habsburg Spain By Alexander Samson A fresh perspective on one of history's most overlooked reigns, this book reassesses the co-monarchy of Mary I and Philip II,...

Britain's best-selling school atlas, now in its 100th edition, is a trusted resource for Key Stage 4, GCSE, and A-level students in England and Wales, as well as international schools. The atlas has...

John Sutherland's biography of Monica Jones offers a fresh perspective on the life of Philip Larkin's partner. A complex and multifaceted figure, Monica was both admired and reviled by those who knew...

Spirituality: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Sheldrake explores the concept of spirituality and its significance in contemporary Western cultures. The author examines the historical foundations...

A unique and humorous take on royalty, "I Can't Imagine Anything Worse: A Salute to Prince Philip (in His Own Words)" is a collection of quotes from an unlikely source. Written by Orange Hippo!, this...

This comprehensive street atlas of the Isle of Wight provides detailed coverage of the entire island at a scale of 2 2/3 inches to 1 mile. The maps also include important mainland towns such as...

This atlas provides detailed mapping and information for local explorers in Cheshire. With its unique scale, it allows users to discover hidden gems and nature spots in their own area.The...

This spiral-bound atlas provides detailed mapping and information for exploring local areas in Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes. With over 18,000 streets and lanes to discover, it's perfect for...

The Sidney Psalter: A Masterful Translation of the Psalms. Sir Philip and Mary Sidney's translation of the Psalms is a masterpiece of poetic form, celebrated for its beauty and nuance. In this...

Discover the versatility and convenience of your Philips AirFryer with 100 delicious recipes. Rebecca Dunlea shares her expertise to bring you a collection of healthy, flavorful meals that can be...

Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy has captivated readers with its unique blend of metaphysical imagination and suspenseful storytelling. This collection of critical essays offers a fresh...

Be More Bernard is a heartwarming story about embracing your individuality. A young bunny named Bernard feels like he doesn't quite fit in with the others, who all seem to share the same interests...

This full-colour guide provides exam-focused analysis of John Steinbeck's novel, helping students achieve the highest grades possible. It includes a thorough commentary on the plot, structure,...

Philip K. Dick's life story is one of vision and struggle, as revealed in this screenplay biography. Based on his personal relationships and biographical materials, Salvador Bayarri brings to light...

Nanotechnology: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Moriarty explores the fascinating science behind this emerging field. From interatomic and intermolecular forces to single atom imaging, Moriarty...

A New History of King Philip's War by Lisa Tanya Brooks offers a compelling recovery of Native American resistance and adaptation to colonial America. By examining the stories of Weetamoo, a female...

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...

Dr. Philip Corbin's 40-year chess career is chronicled in this engaging collection of his most memorable games.Featuring 300 annotated games, each with an associated storyline format and title,...

Diodorus' Library: Books 16-20 brings to life a pivotal period in European history through the works of one of our most valuable ancient sources. This new translation by Robin Waterfield covers books...

Understanding Philip Larkin's the Whitsun Weddings for A Level Students This study guide provides in-depth analysis and guidance on Philip Larkin's collection "The Whitsun Weddings", which is part of...

The Frontier Rangers of Colonial New England: From King Philip's War to the American Revolution The rugged landscape of 18th-century New England was home to a unique breed of warrior: the colonial...

A detailed map of Scotland's Highlands, ideal for planning your trip. This single-sided sheet map provides comprehensive coverage of the area's road network at a scale of 4.34 miles to 1 inch, making...

Molecules: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Ball explores the fascinating world of molecules and their role in our lives. From the intricate processes within a single living cell to the remarkable...

Between documentation and fiction lies a world of blurred realities. This collection brings together four masterful photographers who skillfully interrogate the possibilities and limitations of their...

A Single Shard is a heartwarming tale of perseverance and determination. Tree-ear, a young boy from a Korean village famous for its ceramics, dreams of learning the craft from his master, Min. When...

The Sun A Very Short Introduction by Philip Judge explores our understanding of the star at the centre of our solar system. As the source of life-sustaining warmth and light, the Sun plays a crucial...

Play and the Artist's Creative Process explores the connection between childhood play and adult creativity. This book examines how an understanding of play can shed new light on the processes that...

Hull Through Time explores the transformation of Kingston upon Hull over the last 150 years. From its pre-Victorian slum houses and narrow streets to its modern shopping centres, the city has...

The Elements: A Very Short Introduction by Philip Ball This introduction to the elements explores their history and cultural impact on human society. From the ancient Greek philosophers' vision of...