2374 results for 'Shayevich, Bela (translator)'

Discover the vibrant world of rembetika music, a genre born in the poor quarters of Greece in the late 19th century. This book, first published in 1994, is a comprehensive survey of the rembetes, a...

Wheelock's Latin is a comprehensive introduction to the Latin language, first published in 1956 and now in its seventh edition. This textbook has remained a standard choice for students learning...

Raymond Roussel's Impressions of Africa is a dazzling and unclassifiable work of fiction that defies easy categorization. In a mythical African land, a group of shipwrecked passengers stage a grand...

The Essential Keynes is a comprehensive collection of the work of John Maynard Keynes, one of the 20th century's most influential economists. This unique selection of his writings aims to make his...

The Craftsman's Handbook is a 15th-century guide to the methods of painting, offering insight into the techniques of the great masters. Written in fifteenth-century Florence, this book provides a...

A landmark collection of Italian short stories, selected and introduced by Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri. This Penguin Classic brings together forty writers who have shaped Lahiri's love of the...

The Koran is the universally accepted word of God as first revealed to the prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel nearly fourteen hundred years ago. Its 114 chapters recount the narratives and rules...

The Arabian Nights: Tales of 1,001 Nights Volume 1 brings to life one of the greatest works of world literature in a new and exciting way. This magnificent edition is the first complete English...

The Arabian Nights: Tales of 1,001 Nights Volume 2 brings to life one of the world's greatest works of literature in a new and exciting way. This magnificent edition is the first complete English...

This comprehensive introduction to Koine Greek provides a thorough grounding in Greek grammar and builds skills in using exegetical tools. By focusing on reading Greek for comprehension, rather than...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius is a profound work of spiritual and ethical reflection that has stood the test of time. Written as a series of personal reflections and spiritual exercises, this book...

A Hangman's Diary: The Journal of Master Franz Schmidt, Public Executioner of Nuremberg, 1573-1617 This unique and fascinating account provides a year-by-year breakdown of Master Franz Schmidt's...

Bai Ganyo: A Comic Masterpiece of World Literature Aleko Konstantinov's 1895 novel tells the story of Ganyo Balkanski, a lovable but rough-around-the-edges salesman who travels through Europe in...

The Cultural Cold War: The CIA and the World of Arts and Letters by Frances Stonor Saunders During the Cold War, the concept of freedom of expression was often touted as a cornerstone of liberal...

Taiwan Travelogue is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of love, language, and power in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of colonial Taiwan, the...

The Roman Ritual Volume I: Sacraments and Processions by Philip Thomas Weller is a comprehensive guide to traditional Roman Catholic rituals and processions. Translated and edited by Fr. Philip T...

Geralt of Rivia is on a mission to save his ward, Ciri, and with her the world. In this third novel in the Witcher series, Geralt must navigate a treacherous landscape where the Wizards Guild has...

The Kybalion & The Emerald Tablet of Hermes Two Essential Texts of Hermetic Philosophy For those seeking to understand the fundamental principles of the universe, this collection of two ancient texts...

The Artisanal Vinegar Maker's Handbook: Crafting Quality Vinegars through Fermentation, Distillation, and Infusion Discover the art and science of creating high-quality vinegars, a craft that has...

This comprehensive guide to taking smart notes offers a proven technique to boost writing, learning, and thinking. By applying the principles outlined in this book, you can improve your productivity,...

Plato's The Republic is a foundational work of Western philosophy, presented as a dialogue between Socrates and three interlocutors. The conversation explores the nature of a perfect community, the...

Geralt the Witcher races to find his missing ward, Ciri, in this fourth novel in the Witcher series. A new hardcover edition brings the epic story to life. The world has fallen into war, and Ciri,...

Auschwitz Survivor: A Heart-Stopping Account of Courage and Heroism On April 7, 1944, two Slovak prisoners made a daring escape from one of the most notorious concentration camps of Nazi Germany...

The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt by Albert Camus In this thought-provoking essay, Albert Camus explores the fundamental human impulse to revolt against the conditions of our existence. For Camus,...

Ovid's Metamorphoses is a rich and witty poem that weaves together a dazzling array of mythological tales, linked by the idea of transformation. In this accessible translation, Ovid explores the...

Improve your French with a daily routine that's all about you. This practical book offers 50 varied and lively activities to help you master a simple routine of improving your French, from a 5-minute...

You Dreamed of Empires by Álvaro Enrigue is a hallucinatory and revelatory novel that brings to life the moment of conquest in 1519. When Conquistador Hernan Cortes and his troops ride into the...

Before We Say Goodbye is the latest poignant tale from Toshikazu Kawaguchi, translated from Japanese and published by Picador. This is the fourth book in the bestselling series about a magical cafe...

Madame Bovary, a novel that has long been at the centre of controversy, offers a meticulously observed portrayal of provincial life in 19th-century France. Gustave Flaubert's masterpiece is a...

The Oxford Beginner's Chinese Dictionary is a comprehensive and straightforward introduction to the Chinese language, designed for English-speaking adult learners. This bilingual dictionary provides...

Soren Kierkegaard's The Concept of Anxiety is a foundational work of modern philosophy that explores the human struggle with sin and guilt. First published in 1844, this concise treatise identifies...

The Gnostic Gospels by Elaine H. Pagels In 1945, a remarkable discovery was made in the Egyptian desert, uncovering 52 papyrus texts that challenged the traditional Christian narrative. These Coptic...

The English Standard Version of the Catholic Bible is a contemporary and readable translation that is also accurate and consistent in its rendering of key words and phrases. Created by a team of over...

A Wall Street Journal "Best Mystery of 2022" A September 2022 online marketplace Best of the Month Pick, The Enigma of Room 622 is a meticulously crafted whodunit from Joël Dicker. A burnt-out...

The NLT Life Application Study Bible, Third Edition is a comprehensive guide to understanding and applying the Bible to your life. This unique study Bible brings the Bible's original meaning into...

The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy In this collection of thought-provoking short stories, Leo Tolstoy explores the human condition through the lives of his characters. As they...

Seamus Heaney's poetic career has been marked by constant development and expansion, cementing his place among the world's greatest literary figures. This critical study, first published in 1986,...

The Prince by Niccolò Machiavelli is a treatise on Renaissance statecraft and princely power that has sparked debate for centuries. Written from Machiavelli's first-hand experience as an emissary to...

A hilarious and enduring comedy from 18th-century Italy, now available in English. Beatrice disguises herself as her dead brother to find Florindo, the man responsible for his death. However, things...

AQA GCSE Biology Required Practicals Exam Practice Workbook by Primrose Kitten is an essential workbook for students preparing for their AQA GCSE Biology examinations. This practical-focused workbook...

AQA GCSE Physics Required Practicals Exam Practice Workbook by Primrose Kitten is a comprehensive workbook designed to support students in meeting the 15% practicals requirement for their AQA GCSE...

This 7th edition of Living French provides a comprehensive and structured approach to learning the language. With an up-to-date culture and vocabulary guide, you can broaden your knowledge of...

The New American Standard Bible, 1995 Edition is a word-for-word translation widely regarded for its faithfulness to the original biblical languages. This edition features the exclusive NASB Comfort...

Léon Degrelle in Exile (1945-1994) is a detailed account of the life of SS-Standartenführer Léon Joseph Marie Ignace Degrelle, who survived a crash landing in Spain in 1945 and lived the rest of his...

In the ravaged world of Telluria, a devastating holy war has returned humanity to the disorganization of the Middle Ages. Europe, China, and Russia have fragmented into little nations, each...

Francisco Goya's "The Disasters of War" is a powerful visual indictment of war and its horrors, created in response to the Spanish insurrection of 1808 and the resulting Peninsular War with...

Tantric Kali Secret Practices and Rituals by Daniel Odier explores the mythology, practices, and rituals of Kali worship in the Tantric Kaula tradition within Kashmiri Shaivism. This tradition views...

Get the most out of your Bible with this comprehensive guide. How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth helps you accurately understand the different parts of the Bible and their implications for you...

A Piece of Horse Liver: Myth, Ritual and Folklore in Old Icelandic Sources by Jon Hnefill Adalsteinsson This collection of eight lectures offers a fresh perspective on Old Norse religion and Old...

The Epistles of St. Ignatius of Antioch This collection of letters presents the writings of St. Ignatius of Antioch, a prominent early Christian figure, in their entirety. Authored during his tenure...

Health Through God's Pharmacy: A Comprehensive Guide to Medicinal Herbs Maria Treben's renowned herbal remedies have been shown to cure even the most challenging diseases. First published in 1980,...

The Sweetest Hour - Tikkun Chatzot Rebbe Nachman of Breslov on the "Midnight Lament" by Avraham Greenbaum In Jewish tradition, the late hours of the night are often seen as a time for contemplation...

Frank Belknap Long's second volume of Weird Fiction is a collection of unsettling tales that explore the darker corners of the human experience. Within its pages, you'll discover a range of macabre...

Bad Habit is a powerful coming-of-age novel that follows a young trans woman as she navigates the challenges of growing up in 1980s Madrid. Beautifully written and told in an irresistible voice, this...

The Daughters of Yalta: A Story of Love and War In the final days of World War II, three young women accompanied their famous fathers to the Yalta Conference, a pivotal moment in history. Kathleen...

Tales of Ise is a seminal work of Japanese literature, offering an unparalleled insight into ancient Japan. This beautifully crafted collection of poems and tales, along with the Tale of Genji and...

Chanting from the Heart Vol I Sutras and Chants for Recitation from the Plum Village Community This revised edition of Chanting from the Heart presents a collection of Buddhist sutras and chants for...

Edward Gibbon's monumental work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, is a masterpiece of English historical writing that has stood the test of time. Spanning seventy-one...

The Goal: A Business Graphic Novel tells the story of a plant manager facing a daunting challenge. With only 90 days to save his factory, he must break out of his conventional thinking and find...

The Penguin Book of Scottish Verse is a comprehensive anthology that spans the entire history of Scottish poetry, from the 6th century to the end of the 20th century. This unique collection brings...

The Bickford Fuse by Andrey Kurkov In the final years of Communism, a disparate group of individuals embark on parallel journeys, each linked by a common goal. A black airship floats above its...

The Imitation of Christ is a profound and enduring work of Christian literature, celebrating the love, mercy, and holiness of God. Written by Thomas à Kempis, a medieval monk with a deep...

Little St. John's Day in 1827 marked the beginning of a remarkable diary, written in the Irish language by Humphrey O'Sullivan. This diary, a testament to his courage and originality, offers a unique...

Learning Biblical Hebrew Reading for Comprehension: an Introductory Grammar by Karl V. Kutz and Rebekah L. Josberger is a comprehensive guide to understanding the Hebrew language. This book focuses...

Theocritus, Moschus, Bion is a collection of poems that explores the bucolic genre, a style of poetry that celebrates the natural world. Theocritus, a poet from Syracuse, is credited with inventing...

This beginner's guide to Russian is designed to help you get started with the language in a fun and engaging way. The book features parallel Russian-English texts, making it easy to learn and...

Effective Teaching of Physics at Secondary Level The Big Ideas in Physics and How to Teach Them provides a comprehensive guide for teaching physics effectively at secondary level. This book expertly...

The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle - Illustrated and Annotated by Bob Carruthers is a vital collection of historical documents that shed light on the history of the British Isles during the dark ages. Without...

A sparkling new 80th anniversary hardback edition of this timeless fable. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's beloved story has changed the world forever for its readers, teaching us the secret of what is...

Quintus Smyrnaeus' Posthomerica is the only surviving long mythological epic from ancient Greece, spanning the period between Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Written in the late second to mid-fourth...

A powerful story of mothers and daughters unfolds in this haunting novel. When Gilles Principaux walks into Maître Susane's legal practice, memories from his childhood begin to resurface, threatening...

This charming new translation introduces and presents the key passages and central ideas of Plato's philosophical dialogue in a lively and highly readable way. Featuring the original Greek text on...

The History of Merlin and King Arthur: The Earliest Version of the Arthurian Legend by Geoffrey of Monmouth. First published in 1136 AD, this book is the earliest surviving account of the Arthurian...

Discover the lives of ancient Greece's most influential figures in this comprehensive collection. Plutarch's masterful narrative weaves together the stories of Lycurgus, Pericles, Solon, Nicias,...

The Humanure Handbook, 4th Edition: A Comprehensive Guide to Managing Your Waste This book has become a cult following, with over 65,000 print copies sold in the US alone, and has been translated...

The Catholic Church's Traditional and Revised Rites of Exorcism: A Comprehensive Guide The Catholic Church's approach to exorcism is rooted in the understanding that evil exists and can manifest in...

Capitalism and Freedom by Milton Friedman is a seminal work of economic theory that explores the relationship between government and individual freedom. First published in 1962, this influential book...

Fernando Pessoa's Selected Poems offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century's most innovative writers. This collection features a range of his most famous voices, including...

The Complete Apocrypha 2018 Edition with Enoch, Jasher, and Jubilees is a comprehensive collection of 99 of the best-known Judeo-Christian apocryphal books, plus thousands of additional ancient texts...

Life between Death and Rebirth: The Active Connection between the Living and the Dead (CW 140) by Rudolf Steiner In this collection of 16 lectures, Steiner explores the experiences of the human soul...

Requiem and Poem Without a Hero by Anna Andreevna Akhmatova This collection of poems represents the poet at full maturity, processing the trauma of living under Stalin's regime. Akhmatova began...

The Centre is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of language, translation, and identity. Anisa Ellahi's journey into the mysterious Centre, a programme that...

The Iliad, a timeless epic poem, begins with a powerful invocation to the muse, setting the stage for a story of rage and devastation. For generations, Richmond Lattimore's translation has been the...

Breasts and Eggs is a poignant and thought-provoking novel about three women navigating the complexities of life in contemporary Tokyo. The story revolves around the interconnected lives of three...

The Oxford Essential Russian Dictionary is a comprehensive and up-to-date reference book that provides essential day-to-day vocabulary in both Russian and English. With over 40,000 words and phrases,...

Thérèse Raquin is a novel of turbulent passion, set in a dingy Parisian apartment where the protagonist, Thérèse, is trapped in a loveless marriage. Her life is shattered when she embarks on a...

The Brothers Grimm: A Biography by Ann Schmiesing The lives of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, known to history as the Brothers Grimm, are a testament to the power of sibling bond and intellectual curiosity...

The Heart of Trauma: Brain- and Body-Based Insights into Healing and Relational Neuroscience In a world increasingly surrounded by digital data and fast-paced distractions, forming deep, meaningful...

Living with "the Gloria Films" A Daughter's Memory In 1964, a series of educational films titled "Three Approaches to Psychotherapy" was produced, featuring complete psychotherapy sessions for the...

Fathers and Sons, a masterpiece of conflict between generations, remains as fresh and exciting today as it was when first published in 1862. The novel's portrayal of Bazarov, a young man who rejects...

Don Quixote, a masterpiece of world fiction, chronicles the famous picaresque adventures of the noble knight-errant Don Quixote de La Mancha and his faithful squire, Sancho Panza. Together they...

The Best Short Stories 2022: O. Henry Prize Winners Each year, National Geographic Books publishes a prestigious anthology of prize-winning short stories, showcasing the best of the nation's most...

The KJV Large Print Personal Size Reference Bible features the authorized Pure Cambridge Edition text of the King James Version (KJV) translation, renowned for its beauty and majesty. This convenient...

The Language of the Third Reich: LTI: Lingua Tertii Imperii Victor Klemperer's groundbreaking book explores the relationship between language and the culture of the Third Reich. As a Jew who lost his...

Death in the Garden: Poisonous Plants & Their Use Throughout History For centuries, poisonous plants have been used for a variety of purposes, from removing unwanted pests to treating medical...

The Diamond Cutter: A Practical Guide to Managing Your Business and Your Life This book offers a unique blend of ancient and contemporary wisdom from Tibetan Buddhism, providing empowering strategies...

Artificial Intelligence Ethics by Mark Coeckelbergh offers a compelling exploration of the complex ethical issues raised by AI. This accessible synthesis of the subject moves beyond hype and...

The Ultimate Infographic Guide to the Bible provides a comprehensive visual survey of every book in the Bible. This invaluable resource delivers historical, cultural, and contextual insights to help...

The Collins Easy Learning German Dictionary is the number one choice for students aiming for GCSE success. Fully updated with new approved word lists, this dictionary provides easy-to-use German to...