6004 results for 'Samuel R. Delany'

Understanding human intelligence is a complex puzzle. At its core lies a paradox: we are incredibly smart and yet prone to errors that reveal our thought processes' limitations.This paradox can be...

Discover how to unlock your full potential as a multi-potentialite with proven strategies for maximising your gifts and talents.Many people struggle to find effective ways to use their unique...

Detailed annotation of Samuel Beckett's 'Murphy' offers a unique insight into the author's writing process. This comprehensive work includes an extensive introduction to the novel's composition,...

Jim Koch's business lessons are served with a side of beer in this engaging guide to building a successful career or launching a business. Koch shares his unique perspective on business, drawing from...

William Cowper's Memoir is a deeply personal account of his journey to salvation, spanning his childhood school days and early adulthood. The book chronicles his struggles with "self-murder" and his...

Laughing Histories explores moments of laughter in early modern Europe, revealing how social rules and power influenced this universal human experience.Through case studies of individuals such as the...

You Wouldn't Want To Be In The Great Fire Of London! Experience the terrifying four days of the Great Fire of London through the eyes of Samuel Pepys. Witness the devastating blaze that ravaged the...

The Man in the Red Coat by Julian Barnes is a rich and witty tale that explores the life story of pioneering surgeon Samuel Pozzi. Set against the backdrop of Belle Epoque Paris, this biography...

Letters of Note: Fathers brings together remarkable correspondence by and about fathers, showcasing the full range of emotions and experiences that come with fatherhood.The collection includes...

Act Justly: A Practical Ethic for Living Justice. This final book in Samuel Wells' trilogy offers a timeless wisdom rooted in the Old Testament's call to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with...

Samuel Butler's The Way of All Flesh is a provocative and witty novel that challenges the conventions of Victorian domesticity. Written in 1903, just a year after the author's death, this subversive...

A Dictionary of the English Language, Volume II is a comprehensive reference work that provides detailed definitions for words in the English language. First published in 1755, it was a...

There's No Such Thing as "The Economy" by Samuel A. Chambers explores the paradoxical relationship between economics and values. In this thought-provoking collection of essays, Chambers challenges...

The Weapons of Wing Chun by Samuel Kwok is a comprehensive guide for advanced practitioners seeking to refine their skills in the art of Wing Chun. This book provides valuable insights and techniques...

George Stephenson's life was marked by innovation and perseverance. This biography, written by Samuel Smiles, offers a detailed account of his journey from his early years to his later achievements...

The Pistis Sophia is a historically significant document that explores the teachings of Jesus and his disciples, including Mary Magdalene. This collection of writings takes place after Christ's...

The Nine Years' War and the British Army 1688-97: The Operations in the Low Countries This comprehensive study of the British army's operations in the Low Countries during the Nine Years' War...

The Pistis Sophia: A Gnostic Text of Spiritual Significance The Pistis Sophia is a foundational Gnostic text, dating back to the early 2nd Century. This non-canonical text presents a unique...

Understanding the Internet's Architecture and Protocols This book demystifies the complex world of computer networking, explaining how the Internet operates on simple yet fundamental concepts. By...

The famous Orient Express is trapped in a snowdrift, its journey halted by the storm. It is here that the lifeless body of millionaire Samuel Edward Ratchett is discovered, brutally murdered with a...

Samuel Wells' monthly conversations about the future of the Church offer a unique perspective on the role of Christian presence and practice in a rapidly changing world. This collection of those...

This inspiring biography tells the stories of ten remarkable young men who went on to shape history as Christian leaders.From their childhood days to their later years, these individuals faced...

An Agorist Primer by Samuel Edward Konkin III introduces a powerful philosophy for individual freedom and wealth creation. This concise volume explains the theory, principles, and practice of...

This book provides a thought-provoking account of the causes of discrimination at work, combining statistics with insight and wit. Samuel Cohn explores the fundamental realities of race and gender...

Darkwater House by Samuel King is set against the stunning backdrop of Hampstead Heath. Here, Toby finds himself drawn to his neighbour Sean in a new romance, but their blossoming relationship is...

The Blanket Bears by Samuel Langley-Swain A heartwarming story about the special bond between a child and their blanket, The Blanket Bears is a poignant exploration of love, comfort, and the memories...

Samuel Beckett's Texts for Nothing and Other Shorter Prose brings together some of his most distinctive and innovative short works from the 1950s to the 1970s. Freshly edited and with a new...

Samuel Johnson's Dictionary of the English Language is a treasure trove of linguistic curiosities. This anthology presents 4,000 entries from one of the most influential dictionaries in history,...

Destiny Helper by Samuel Olu-Alo explores the concept of destiny and the role that others play in helping us achieve our purpose. The author shares examples from both biblical and modern times,...

The Accident Man A Novel by Tom Cain is a breathlessly paced thriller that explores one of the most intriguing mysteries in recent fiction. The story follows Samuel Carver, a man who can arrange a...

The Organon of Medicine by Samuel Hahnemann is considered the cornerstone of homeopathy. First published to document his new system of medicine, this influential work outlines Hahnemann's personal...

Bookends A Play by Scott Perry is a humorous and poignant portrayal of two men reconnecting after three weeks apart. One has been reminiscing about his honeymoon in Scarborough, while the other has...

Behold the Monster Confronting America's Most Prolific Serial KillerJillian Lauren's deeply personal and unsettling true crime account tells the story of her extraordinary relationship with Samuel...

The Plant Paradox: A New Understanding of the Hidden Dangers in "Healthy" Foods Renowned cardiologist Dr. Steven Gundry reveals that the solution to many health problems may lie not in eliminating...

Warm Bodies is a zombie novel with a heart. In this unique take on the genre, R, a zombie with no name and no pulse, meets Julie, a girl who is the opposite of everything he knows.A tense yet...

Identify and record animal tracks with confidence using this comprehensive guide to British animal tracks and tracking. First published in 1936, this manual remains a valuable resource for anyone...

Back to Basics: A Complete Guide to Traditional Skills is a comprehensive guide to learning basic living skills, such as dyeing wool, raising chickens, and making cheese. With over 200,000 copies...

Contemplative Masonry: A Practical Approach to Spiritual Growth For those seeking to deepen their understanding of Freemasonry, C.R. Dunning Jr. presents a unique system of practices derived directly...

Nightflyers and Other Stories is an epic collection of science fiction tales by George R. R. Martin.On a voyage toward the boundaries of the known universe, nine misfit academics seek out first...

Hecate - The Witches' Goddess Hecate, a goddess of multifaceted significance, has evolved over time to be predominantly associated with witchcraft and sorcery. However, her original roles as...

Stephanie Plum's life is complicated. She's got rent to pay and people shooting at her, which makes everyday situations a challenge. As a bounty hunter, she's used to turning things her way, but this...

Dog Days: A Year with Olive & Mabel is a witty and insightful account of a year like no other. Andrew Cotter draws inspiration from Samuel Pepys, bearing witness to the extraordinary everyday as the...

These four prose fictions by Samuel Beckett were composed over the final decade of his life. They explore themes of memory, isolation and the search for meaning.The collection includes Company, which...

The Book of the Sacred Magic of Abra-Melin the Mage is a 15th-century French document translated into English by Samuel Liddell MacGregor Mathers. It purports to be written by Abraham for his son...

Fifty Modern and Contemporary Dramatists is an in-depth introduction to the work of influential playwrights from the 1950s to the present. This collection features essays by international academic...

Radiation protection has been shaped by over a century of debate and controversy. J. Samuel Walker explores this complex history, examining the evolution of standards and efforts to ensure safety for...

Fevre Dream: A Novel by George R. R. Martin is set in 1857 and follows Abner Marsh, a struggling riverboat captain, as he makes a deal with the enigmatic Joshua York. As they embark on their...

Dietrich Bonhoeffer's personal documents from his time in prison offer a powerful and moving account of loss, courage, and hope. Written with acute subtlety and profound insight, these letters and...

Hurt and Pain: Literature and the Suffering Body explores how authors have portrayed bodies in pain across various literary genres from the 17th century to the present day. Susannah B. Mintz examines...

Sumerian Mythology by Samuel Noah Kramer is an authoritative exploration of the great myths of the Sumerians. This revised edition provides our first comprehensive sketch of their origins, creation,...

Sam by Iain Rob Wright is a modern horror tale that turns the traditional possession story on its head. A young boy's mysterious illness and the subsequent series of accidents and deaths at his home...

B State: A New Roadmap for Bold Leadership, Brave Culture, and Breakthrough ResultsFind your way forward in business and life when the path ahead seems uncertain. Mark Samuel offers a clear roadmap...

Barking and Dagenham has been a thriving community on the Thames shore since Saxon times. Its strategic location made it an attractive spot for early settlers, who chose these sites for their...

The English language has undergone significant changes since its earliest days. From the seventh century to the present, it has evolved through a series of inventions that have shaped its grammar,...

After the End of History: A New Vision for Contemporary Fiction Samuel Cohen's bold book challenges us to reconsider six 1990s novels and two post-9/11 novels that explore the impact of the end of...

A Cross in the Heart of God: Reflections on the Death of Jesus by Samuel Wells explores the significance of the crucifixion at the centre of Christianity. This Lent book delves into the purposes of...

A Clockwork River by J. S. Emery is set in Lower Rhumbsford, a city whose hydraulic prowess once powered an empire. Now, a thousand years later, the city's pipes are leaking, valves stuck, and the...

A comprehensive theology of work is presented in this single-volume resource, drawing on contributions from leading theologians and scholars. The book explores the intersection of biblical,...

Symphony for Human Transport records a sustained plunge into the imaginative world of a dream. The dream begins with a waking vision - 'the door of the train flew open' - and continues as...

Dear Dad is a heartfelt and honest collection of letters that explore the complexities of fatherhood. Written by Samuel Johnson, this book offers a unique glimpse into the human experience, tackling...

The Dumb Waiter is a play in one act by Harold Pinter, published by Samuel French. In this tense and enigmatic drama, two men wait and listen, their silence punctuated by the extraordinary demands of...

A comprehensive guide to Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, this authoritative text features the 1813 Second Edition of her novel. The edition is fully annotated and accompanied by a map of...

The Clash of Civilizations? The Debate by Gideon Rose This collection brings together a range of perspectives on Samuel Huntington's influential essay, first published in 1993. The debate surrounding...

This literary guide to suburban London celebrates over two and a half centuries of writers inspired by the region's suburbs. From Samuel Johnson to Angela Carter, authors have drawn upon their...

The Chronic Diseases Their Peculiar Nature and Their Homeopathic Cure by Samuel Hahnemann is a foundational work in the field of homeopathy. First published, this influential text has been preserved...

Samuel Beckett was born in Dublin on Good Friday and spent most of his adult life in Paris. His work had a profound influence on modern literature, particularly through his play Waiting for Godot,...

A Treatise Concerning the Principles of Human Knowledge by George Berkeley This influential philosophical work presents a striking argument that physical things consist solely of ideas and therefore...

The Huguenots Their Settlements, Churches, and Industries in England and Ireland by Samuel Smiles This comprehensive history explores the persecution of French Protestants and their subsequent...

The Chattering Mind: A Conceptual History of Everyday Talk by Samuel McCormick explores how everyday communication became a problem in itself. From philosophers like Kierkegaard to Heidegger and...

Tracing the origins of Israel from Eden to the City of God, this engaging history explores the early history of man as told in the Bible. The story begins with the creation of Adam and Eve in the...

This compact volume presents over one hundred significant interiors from the twentieth century to the present day. A valuable resource for interior design enthusiasts.Spanning the entire period, this...

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's 24 Negro Melodies, Op. 59, is a collection of music that showcases the composer's unique blend of African and European influences.Originally published by Ditson, these...

Men Should Weep: A Play by Ena Lamont Stewart Written in 1947 for Glasgow Unity, this powerful play explores the lives of women living in the east end of Glasgow during the 1930s. Against the...

Samuel Johnson's A Dictionary of the English Language is a landmark work that has had a profound impact on the English language. First published in 1755, after nine years of meticulous research and...

Mark Twain's Wit and Wisdom collects over 500 of his most memorable quips and remarks. A treasure trove of humorous insights into life, travel, politics, and human nature, this compendium showcases...

A shocking disappearance in a quiet village ten years ago has left a lasting impact. Rosie Sharpe's tears hid the truth about her friend Samuel Murray's vanishing, but her little sister Heather knows...

Samuel P. Huntington's groundbreaking work, The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order, offers a profound analysis of the shifting global landscape following the end of the Cold War...

The Blackwell Companion to Christian Ethics presents a fresh perspective on Christian ethics, exploring its connection to Christian worship. Editors Stanley Hauerwas and Samuel Wells argue that moral...

The Word of God is a powerful weapon that can challenge, strengthen, and shape us. However, in today's fast-paced culture, many young people struggle to find time to engage with it. Calvin Samuel...

Samuel Menashe's poetry is marked by its mysterious simplicity and spiritual intensity. His poems are brief in form but profound in their exploration of ultimate questions, revealing a deep emotional...

A hundred-year-old body is discovered walled up in the flat above one owned by the daughter of Nick and Rosemary Storey. The discovery sets off a chain of events as they try to uncover how he ended...

The Misunderstood Mission of Jean Nicolet offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in North American history. For years, the story of Jean Nicolet's arrival in Wisconsin has been distorted by...

Samuel Cueva's book offers a nuanced analysis of the relationships within the evangelical missions movement, with a focus on Peru and Britain from 1987 to 2006. The author explores the concept of...

Malina is a novel that has been hailed as "equal to the best of Virginia Woolf and Samuel Beckett" by the New York Times Book Review. Written by Ingeborg Bachmann, this legendary work is a deeply...

The Midnight Switch by Samuel J. Halpin is a spooky and quirky adventure about curses and magic.When Lewis and his family move to Barrow, they soon discover that the town has a dark history and...

Edmond Malone was a scholar who left an indelible mark on our understanding of Shakespeare's works. His meticulous editing and historical research laid the foundations for modern literary study,...

St Andrews by the Northern Sea is a comprehensive and engaging history of Scotland's most historic and beautiful city. From its Pictish roots to the present day, this fascinating account explores St...

The Four Pillars: A Genealogical Journey explores the interconnected lives of four families - JOYCE, SANCHO, ROBERTSON and SAMUELS - tracing their genealogical progression from Africa to slavery,...

This collection of lectures by Samuel Taylor Coleridge explores the works of William Shakespeare. Delivered across the country, these talks offer insight into Coleridge's critical work regarding...

Lucia Joyce's story is one of thwarted ambition and passionate creativity, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Paris.As the daughter of James Joyce, Lucia finds herself torn between her...

When life's foundations are shaken, the truth can be devastating. Abigail Samuels' world is turned upside down when her carefully constructed reality begins to unravel. Her daughter Kayla, once the...

Reading Ethics by Miranda Fricker and Samuel Guttenplan is an introduction to key problems and arguments in ethics. This text brings together classic and contemporary readings to encourage students...

Published in 1836-37, The Pickwick Papers is a satirical masterpiece that catapulted Charles Dickens to literary fame. This collection of comedic adventures follows Mr. Samuel Pickwick and his...

Frozen Moments: Writings on Kabuki, 1966-2001 is a collection of fifteen essays by Samuel L. Leiter, one of America's leading scholars of Japan's kabuki theatre.Over nearly four decades, Leiter...

Roman Britain: A Source History by Samuel N. C. Lieu and Dominic Montserrat provides a comprehensive collection of source material on the history of Britain under Roman rule. This revised edition...

Exercise your young mind with Memory Games for Clever Kids, a brand-new title in the popular series. This engaging book is packed with over 101 memory-themed challenges to keep kids' brains busy.From...

Bion and Thoughts Too Deep for Words: Psychoanalysis, Suggestion, and the Language of the Unconscious This book explores the scientific status of psychoanalysis, distinguishing it from suggestion as...

The Everything Kids' Soccer Book, 5th Edition is the ultimate guide for young soccer fans. With up-to-date stats and information on players and teams, this revised edition covers everything kids need...

The Everything Giant Book of Word Searches, Volume V is a vast collection of over 300 new word search puzzles. Puzzlers will enjoy these fun and engaging themes, including literature, popular...

Fast. Feast. Repeat. is a comprehensive guide to Delay, Don't Deny intermittent fasting, offering a lifestyle approach to weight loss and improved health. After losing over eighty pounds, author Gin...