3683 results for 'Spender, Stephen'

A Pair of Blue Eyes by Thomas Hardy In this novel, Elfride Swancourt's life becomes entangled with two men: Stephen Smith and Henry Knight. As their relationships evolve, Elfride faces an agonizing...

Oxford Playscripts: The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents A clever cat with an amazing scam, a gang of intelligent rats, and a young accomplice join forces to investigate the mysterious town...

Lions under the Throne: Essays on the History of English Public Law by Stephen Sedley is a comprehensive account of the origins and development of public law in England. This systematic study...

The Alchemy Press Book of the Dead 2020 celebrates the careers of over 450 individuals who made significant contributions to horror, science fiction and fantasy. This first volume in a new annual...

A terrifying plane ride into an unfriendly sky is just the beginning. On a cross-country flight from Los Angeles to Boston, ten passengers awaken in Bangor, Maine, to find that the crew and most of...

Abraham Lincoln's rise to national prominence was marked by his 1858 Senate campaign against Stephen A. Douglas, a formidable politician who was considered unbeatable. This account by prize-winning...

Renewable Energy: Ten Short Lessons by Stephen Peake is an expert introduction to harnessing clean energy technologies for a sustainable future. This concise guide covers the key issues in renewable...

The Quaker Bible Reader by Paul Buckley and Stephen Angell is an exploration of Scripture from the perspective of 13 different Quakers. Each contributor shares their unique insights, experiences, and...

Soul Shaping: A Practical Guide for Spiritual Transformation by Stephen W. Smith is a comprehensive guide to spiritual growth and transformation. Anchored in Scripture, this book offers practical...

The Secret Place by Tana French is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of adolescent life. A photograph with a cryptic message has been pinned to the school noticeboard, sparking a...

The Provocation of the Senses in Contemporary Theatre by Stephen Di Benedetto This book explores how contemporary neuroscientific discoveries can inform our understanding of theatre practice and its...

A little truck with a very big job saves the day in this snowy tale about a mysterious hero. When the city is hit by a colossal snowstorm, only one superhero can save the day. Stephen Savage's...

M. Night Shyamalan: Interviews is a comprehensive collection of conversations with the acclaimed filmmaker, spanning over two decades and covering the full spectrum of his life and career. From 1993...

The Universe's Hum: A Dynamic Understanding of Magick. Infinite and omnipotent, yet bored, the Blue Hum became the Universe, infusing it with living consciousness. This consciousness is shared by all...

The Gentle Art of Tramping by Stephen Graham is a guide for anyone who has dreamed of taking to the road with nothing more than a bag full of essentials and big ideas. Originally published in 1926,...

Understanding Art by Stephen Little A comprehensive guide to the 'isms' of art, this book provides a practical introduction to the significant movements that have shaped art history. From the...

Develop your numerical reasoning skills with this 11+ Maths Year 5-7 Workbook. Designed to support students in building confidence and fluency in maths, this workbook provides a range of exercises...

Hamas: The Quest for Power The story of Hamas is one of unexpected rise to power and shocking violence. Declared a terrorist menace, the group was elected in a free vote, and then used its control of...

The Uses of Argument by Stephen E. Toulmin This book challenges the traditional view of logic as a purely formal science, instead exploring its practical applications in everyday disputes. Toulmin...

The Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe Stephen Porges's groundbreaking work on the polyvagal theory has revolutionized our understanding of the human nervous system and its...

The Fortune of War by Patrick O'Brian is set against the backdrop of war and intrigue in 1812. Captain Jack Aubrey's appointment to command a fast frigate leads him and his friend Stephen Maturin...

Lady Virginia Courtauld, known for her exotic tattoo, was ostracized by society in 1930s Britain. Her life took a dramatic turn when she left with her second husband Stephen to forge a new life in...

Fatherland is a bold and ambitious show about contemporary fatherhood in all its complexities and contradictions. Created by Frantic Assembly's Scott Graham, Karl Hyde from Underworld and playwright...

The Moral Marketplace explores how a movement of social entrepreneurs is changing our world. Asheem Singh examines the evolution of tiny ventures into a global humanitarian and financial juggernaut,...

Stephen Hicks' Explaining Postmodernism offers a provocative account of why postmodernism has been the most vigorous intellectual movement of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Tracing its roots...

The Beginner's Guide to Sanity: A Self-help Book for People with Psychosis Psychosis is a complex and often frightening experience, causing individuals to lose touch with reality. This guide offers...

A lone Xeelee was sent back in time to remove Michael Poole from history. Half a million years into the future, on a dead, war-ravaged world at the centre of the Galaxy, there is a mile-high statue...

A hundred-year-old labyrinth of towering bookcases and narrow aisles, the New York State Library is a place of quiet reverence. But for one night, it becomes a venue for a terrifying contest. Seven...

A Culture Of Deference: Congress' Failure Of Leadership In Foreign Policy by Stephen R. Weissman This book examines the role of congressional deference to the presidency and State Department in...

The Motherland Calls: Britain's Black Servicemen & Women, 1939-45 A previously overlooked chapter in British history is revealed in this book. Thousands of black British, Caribbean and West African...

Esther Waters is a powerful and influential novel that opened up a new direction for English realism in 1894. Set against the backdrop of Victorian London's dark underbelly, the story follows...

Swanton Morley, the People's Professor, sets off to Essex to continue his history of England. However, his trip is soon overshadowed by a mysterious death at the Colchester Oyster Festival. Suspicion...

Stephen C. Pollock's Exits Selected Poems is a poignant collection that explores the beauty and fragility of life, drawing inspiration from the natural world. With its musical and multilayered poems,...

The King's Justice and the Augur's Gambit by Stephen R. Donaldson is a gripping novella that marks the author's first publication since completing his Thomas Covenant series. In this story, a...

The Sinner is a gripping psychological thriller with a killer twist. Dee Stephens appears to have the perfect life as the vicar's wife, but beneath the surface, she's suffocating under her husband's...

The War for Children's Minds by Stephen Law is a candid and controversial call for a liberal, philosophically informed approach to raising children. In this thought-provoking book, Law tackles...

365 days, 365 reflections: a year's worth of dog stories and meditations on God's character.A walk with your dog can become a walk with your God too. This collection combines the joys of canine...

The House of the Lord: A Catholic Biblical Theology of God's Temple Presence in the Old and New Testaments by Stephen C. Smith. Catholic biblical theology, once a thriving area of study, has...

The Philosophy of Horror by Thomas Fahy explores the complex and multifaceted nature of horror as a genre. While audiences may crave the fear and exhilaration generated by terrifying stories, they...

The True Flag: Theodore Roosevelt, Mark Twain, and the Birth of American Empire by Stephen Kinzer. In 1900, America was at a crossroads. Should it expand its influence abroad or maintain its...

The Fourth Book of Occult Philosophy is a foundational text in Western magical practice. Comprising six separate volumes, this work offers a comprehensive guide to various forms of magic and...

The Hollywood industry underwent significant transformation in the 1980s as it expanded into new markets. Facing an economic crisis, the major studios were acquired by global media and communications...

Magento 2 Explained: A Step-by-Step Guide to Building a Complete Magento Site. This comprehensive guide is designed for beginners and provides up-to-date instructions on how to build a complete...

Stephen Mulhall's On Film explores the philosophical aspects of cinema, examining how films themselves can engage in philosophical inquiry. This third edition expands on earlier editions to include...

A mysterious and intriguing tale unfolds in Riccardo Stephens's scarce novel, The Mummy. When two young men die under seemingly unrelated circumstances, their homes share a common thread: an ancient...

Ralph Waldo Emerson's groundbreaking essay on Emanuel Swedenborg explores the Swedish philosopher and mystic alongside other great men of genius. Emerson critically examines the dynamic relationship...

Rubble Girl by Stephen Pryde-Jarman is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human identity and morality. When Anna and Joe's lives are turned upside down by a shocking...

Stephen R. Matthews' memoirs offer a gripping account of his time as a police officer in Africa, marked by encounters with African leaders and the relentless dangers of the political situation.The...

Garden by Edelaar Mosayebi Inderbitzin Architects, Stephen Bates, and Daniel Ganz presents a unique installation that transforms exhibition space into a living garden. This book showcases the...

The dynamics of U.S.-Iran relations are complex and multifaceted. This book examines the role conflicts that have shaped their relationship over time. Akan Malici and Stephen G. Walker argue that...

Africa has undergone significant changes over the last century, with its population experiencing the fastest growth in history. This shift brings both environmental and human pressures, but also...

This beautifully illustrated volume celebrates the vibrant contemporary art scene in North Carolina, showcasing its rich diversity and creativity. Featuring profiles of individual artists, stunning...

Love stories with a difference are featured in this collection of American and Canadian short stories. A kiss by the fireside is mistaken for something more, while a man-hating aunt seeks revenge by...

Radical Poetics and Secular Jewish Culture explores the intersection of Jewish identity and modernist poetry in America. Editors Daniel Morris and Stephen Paul Miller examine the legacy of...

Every day of the year, in every corner of the British Isles, there's something to see if you know where and how to look. From the first green shoots of spring to the abundant noisiness of summer, and...

Maths on Target by Stephen Pearce offers a practical and engaging approach to teaching maths in schools. This book provides teachers with a range of strategies and activities to help students develop...

Improve your improvisational skills with this comprehensive guide. Renowned improv instructor and director Mick Napier shares his expertise in this entertaining and informative book. Napier's...

Buddhism Without Beliefs is a profound exploration of the Buddha's teachings by Stephen Batchelor. In this groundbreaking work, Batchelor offers a secular approach to Buddhism that challenges...

London, 1812. A man is found dead in his room at a fashionable address in Mayfair, with no signs of forced entry and the murder weapon missing. David MacAdam, an Essex businessman with expensive...

Stephen Moss sets out to master the mysteries of chess and unlock its enduring appeal. In this witty and accessible memoir, he explores what makes chess so captivating, alternating between his own...

Discover your personal rule of life with Stephen A. Macchia's practical workbook. You already have an unwritten rule of life in place - a set of rhythms and relationships that shape how you live,...

Cassie Collins and the Tattooed Heart is a fantasy thriller that follows Cassie as she receives an unexpected phone call from a dead movie star. This promise of real news proves too great to resist,...

A summer of endless rain in the Peak District leaves the officers with a problem. A man's body has been discovered lying in shallow water, but torrential rain has made travel and forensic examination...

Writing a novel can be a daunting task. However, there's another way to hone your craft and potentially make a career out of writing: short stories. Short stories have traditionally been the training...

Stephen Turoff invites you to explore the profound message that love is at the heart of all existence. In this spiritual guide, he shares his insights from a series of seminars, offering a powerful...

The Return of the Kingdom: A Biblical Theology of God's Reign by Stephen G. Dempster explores the central theme of kingship and kingdom throughout Scripture, tracing the challenges, pain, and...

Eat Like the Animals: What Nature Teaches Us about the Science of Healthy EatingA groundbreaking exploration of our relationship with food, revealing how our ancestors intuitively knew what to eat...

Fire: A Brief History by Stephen J. Pyne explores the complex relationship between fire and humanity over vast expanses of time. From the dynamics of pre-human fires to their role in modern society,...

The Complete Book of Bible Trivia by J. Stephen Lang is a comprehensive collection of over 4,500 questions covering various topics related to the Bible. Divided into 14 sections, this trivia book...

Wicked Weather for Walking A Passiontide Progress by Stephen Platten is a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges faced by early Christian missionaries in Britain and Ireland. Drawing...

Allied Jet Killers of World War 2 by Stephen Chapis and Andrew Thomas is a detailed account of the Allied fighter pilots who encountered German jets during the final months of World War II. The...

Human Monsters: A Horror Anthology by Sadie Hartmann and Ashley Saywers is a chilling collection of 35 new tales of terror. This anthology features stories by bestselling authors, including Josh...

Stephen Seligman's Relationships in Development explores the complex and multifaceted nature of human relationships from infancy to adulthood. This comprehensive psychoanalytic theory delves into the...

The French Loterie: A Revolutionary Game of Chance In 1757, the French state embarked on an experiment in risk management, adopting a new lottery system that would transform our understanding of...

Santideva's 8th century Buddhist text, Bodhicaryavatara, has been a source of philosophical inspiration for over a thousand years. This book provides a detailed exploration of Santideva's...

Caligula: The Mad Emperor of Rome Explore the murder, madness and mayhem that defined Ancient Rome's most infamous emperor. This book chronicles the palace intrigues and murders that led to...

The First Christian Hymnal: The Songs of the Ancient Jerusalem Church by Stephen J. Shoemaker offers an unparalleled insight into the development of early Christian worship and piety. This collection...

America Abroad: Rethinking US Power in the 21st Century By Stephen G. Brooks and William Curti Wohlforth, Oxford University Press, 2016. This authoritative analysis challenges prevailing assumptions...

Understanding how to capture and sustain visitors' attention is crucial for creating effective museum environments. This book proposes an innovative model that balances personal and exhibit design...

The Way of Discernment Participant's Book by Stephen V. Doughty and Marjorie J. Thompson offers a biblical, theological, and practical framework for understanding the practice of discernment. This...

Culture in Chaos: An Anthropology of the Social Condition in War by Stephen C. Lubkemann explores how war transforms social relations and culture. In the aftermath of Mozambique's civil war, which...

A tale of love and destiny unfolds in this captivating historical romance. Stephen de Burgh, the charming but troubled knight, finds himself entwined with Brighid l'Estrange, a young woman driven by...

Dear Editor: A History Of Poetry In Letters by Joseph Parisi and Stephen Young is a unique collection of letters that reveal the personalities and untold stories behind modern poetry. Over 600 candid...

The Ionian Mission by Patrick O'Brian is set in the midst of a long and grueling war. Jack Aubrey, now a senior captain, commands a line-of-battle ship in the Royal Navy's blockade of Toulon. A...

Heather Amery's First Hundred Words in English is a popular picture book that makes learning key vocabulary fun. The book features 100 everyday words illustrated in busy scenes, with labelled...

Stephen Cottrell offers a fresh perspective on the Nativity story in this thought-provoking devotional. By exploring the events leading up to Jesus' birth, Cottrell invites readers to see the story...

The Inclusion Imperative: Creating Better Business and Societies Diversity and inclusion expert Stephen Frost draws on his experience with the London Olympic and Paralympic Games to challenge...

The Grand Design by Stephen Hawking and Leonard Mlodinow presents the latest scientific thinking about the mysteries of the universe. This book explores model-dependent realism, the multiverse...

The 11+ English Year 5-7 Testbook 1 is a comprehensive test preparation guide for students taking the 11-plus exam. Written by Dr Stephen C Curran and Katrina MacKay, this testbook provides a...

Magnetism: A Very Short Introduction by Stephen Blundell is an exploration of one of the most mysterious forces in nature. For centuries, magnetism has been used for various purposes, from navigation...

Blaze by Richard Bachman and Stephen King is a gripping tale of crime and deception. A master plan is set in motion, but the execution proves to be more complicated than anticipated. Clayton...

Resplendent by Stephen Baxter is a thought-provoking collection of stories that explore humanity's struggle for survival against an alien threat. Spanning billions of years, these tales take readers...

James Joyce's Ulysses (Collector's Edition) is a groundbreaking novel that explores the lives of two men in Dublin on 16 June 1904. The story follows the events that unfold as Leopold Bloom navigates...

Stephen Jenkinson's Come of Age challenges our understanding of elderhood in North America. We are surrounded by older individuals yet lack wisdom and respect for their experience. This paradox has...

Fortune Favours the Dead by Stephen Spotswood is a razor-sharp murder mystery set in 1940s New York. In this first book of the Pentecost and Parker series, two unlikely partners team up to solve a...

Tha Jaa Banes An Ulster-Scots Collection is a unique blend of traditional and modern writing styles, drawing on the rich literary heritage of Scots and Ulster-Scots. This collection explores themes...

The American Revolutionary War: A Global Conflict. This comprehensive history reveals that the American war against British imperial rule was not just a local conflict, but a titanic struggle between...

A comprehensive collection of essays that capture America's tumultuous modern age. This anthology brings together works by prominent critics, commentators, activists, and artists, offering a personal...

Stephen King's apocalyptic vision of a world blasted by plague and elemental struggle between good and evil remains riveting and eerily plausible. A patient escapes from a biological testing...

The Leader's Guide to Radical Management: Reinventing the Workplace for the 21st Century by Stephen Denning. In today's fast-changing business landscape, traditional management approaches are no...