4067 results for 'Gilbert, Sam'

Isambard Kingdom Brunel Through Time by John Christopher is a biography that explores the life and legacy of Britain's greatest engineer. Brunel was a trailblazer who built iconic structures such as...

Cousin Rosamund by Rebecca West is a novel that explores the complexities of relationships and identity. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century England, the story follows the lives of two...

The Pocket Samurai contains selected writings from the most influential texts of Japan's samurai era. This pocket-size edition brings together the essential works of the country's military elite, who...

Dave Lowry's unique blend of personal experience and historical insight offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of kenjutsu. In this captivating autobiography, he weaves together tales of his...

A murder mystery set in 17th-century Japan, Laura Joh Rowland's The Samurai's Wife is a complex and suspenseful tale. Investigator Sano Ichiro is tasked with solving the case of a high Kyoto official...

Sammy Baloji's Mémoire : Kolwezi is a powerful exploration of the relationship between mining and the people affected by it. Over the past decade, the photographer has captured the stories of those...

Samba Pocket Reference provides a quick-reference guide to configuring Samba for Unix and Linux systems. It covers command-line options, daemon settings, and utilities in the Samba distribution. This...

Samurai and Silk: A Rare Insight into Japan's Modern PastThis remarkable family account offers a unique perspective on the forging of modern Japan, from the feudal Tokugawa shoguns to present day...

This gentle guide to loss for children offers hope, healing, love and optimism as it helps families navigate the pain of grief. Designed to provide a path through grief to find peace, meaning and...

A collection of four board books featuring Elmo, perfect for little hands to hold and explore. This sturdy little box includes Elmo's Mother Goose, Elmo's Tricky Tongue Twisters, Elmo Says, and...

Dependent Origination: An Explanation of the Buddha's PaticcasamuppadaThis book offers a practical psychological explanation of how suffering arises and the steps to be taken in the present moment to...

Gloria Fuertes' latest collection, Historia de Gloria (Amor, humor y desamor), offers a deeper exploration of her poetic style, refining the core elements that have made her work so compelling...

Challenge your mind with Killer Samurai Sudoku 100 Puzzles, a collection of 100 puzzles designed to test your logical thinking and problem-solving skills.Created by Djape, the author of Sunday's...

Sammy Spider wants to taste the golden honey. His family is preparing for Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and he's curious about the sweet treats they'll be eating. Mom tells Sammy to stick to...

The Rise and Fall of Osama Bin Laden by Peter L. Bergen is a comprehensive biography that reevaluates the life of a man who set the course of American foreign policy for the 21st century. This book...

The Lone Samurai: The Life of Miyamoto Musashi by William Scott Wilson This biography presents a vivid and multi-faceted portrait of feudal Japan and its legendary swordsman, Miyamoto Musashi. Born...

Sammy Rambles and the Knights of the Stone Cross by J. T. Scott is a thrilling conclusion to Sammy's final year at Dragamas. As he faces his most daunting challenge yet, Sammy must navigate...

In 1670, England teeters on the brink of war. Amidst this turmoil, a secret treaty hangs in the balance. Royal advisor Samuel Pepys is tasked with negotiating a crucial agreement with Louis XIV of...

The Lost Works of Isambard Kingdom Brunel By John Christopher Many of Isambard Kingdom Brunel's engineering wonders have been lost to time, leaving behind only photographs and printed records. This...

Samuel Montagu: A Life of Silver and Service Samuel Montagu's remarkable journey from poverty to prosperity is a testament to his determination and compassion. Born into a Jewish immigrant family in...

Confronting Empire by Eqbal Ahmad and David Barsamian is a collection of intimate conversations that explore key issues in international relations. In these wide-ranging discussions, Eqbal Ahmad...

Sammy Spider's First Yom Kippur is a heartwarming story about saying sorry. When Josh breaks the rules and plays ball indoors, he has to apologize to Sammy Spider too. This Yom Kippur tale teaches an...

In 12th century England, Rosamund Clifford's life is a complex web of secrets and desire. As the mistress of King Henry II, she navigates a treacherous world of power and loyalty, with her future...

Digital Sampling: Exploring the Design and Use of Music Technologies This book provides an in-depth look at the development and application of sampling technologies in popular music since the 1980s...

The Story of God Bible Commentary: 1 & 2 Samuel This commentary series offers a fresh perspective on Scripture, guiding readers to creatively and faithfully live out the Bible in their own contexts...

John Milton's poetry collection includes some of his most celebrated works, including Lycidas and Il Penseroso. Written in the early 17th century, these poems showcase Milton's mastery of language...

Solve 101 unique Samurai Sudoku puzzles with this comprehensive guide. Graded from easy to challenging, there's something for every skill level.Each puzzle has a single solution that can be found...

Looking Up: The Skyviewing Sculptures of Isamu NoguchiThis book explores one of the lesser-known themes in Isamu Noguchi's work, the concept of skyviewing. Through his sculptures and other artworks,...

Sesame Street and the Reform of Children's Television explores the origins and inner workings of the Children's Television Workshop, which produced the iconic hour-long show Sesame Street. First...

A gripping espionage thriller from Henry Porter. Ex-MI6 officer Paul Samson is tasked with protecting a gifted young woman, Zoe Freemantle, but when he's attacked in the street, it becomes clear that...

ABRSM's official sample papers for Music Theory Grade 1 exams provide authentic practice material and guidance on what to expect in the exam. This resource includes four sample papers, along with...

Samuel Pepys's remarkable life is recorded in this unique and fascinating diary. Written in a cryptic shorthand, Pepys's quotidian journal provides an astonishingly frank account of his experiences...

Isambard Kingdom Brunel: A Life of Engineering GeniusThis biography presents a comprehensive portrait of one of history's greatest engineers, revealing a complex and ambitious individual behind the...

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's remarkable story is one of triumph and tragedy. Born to a white mother and black father in 19th-century London, he rose to fame with his choral trilogy 'Hiawatha',...

The songs of The Wedding Present are a distinctive part of British music history. This collection brings together many of these songs in one place.Written by David Gedge, the band's lead vocalist and...

Sammy Spider's First Haggadah is a Passover seder guide for young children. This engaging storybook leads young readers through the steps of the holiday, retelling the Exodus and answering the Four...

The Samaritan Woman Reconsidered by Eli Lizorkin-Eyzenberg challenges our understanding of a familiar biblical story. A woman ostracised by her community due to her past mistakes, she encounters...

Love is magical. This little girl has two mommies and that presents challenges for her at school and in her mind. A heartwarming story about being loved by parents of the same sex, this book explores...

Bakumatsu From Samurai to Soldiers - Japan in the 1860s by Till Weber. The long period of peace following almost incessant civil war had negative effects on the proficiency of these feudal warriors...

Deborah Sampson: A True Hero of the American Revolutionary War. In 1778, Deborah Sampson disguised herself as a man and enlisted in Washington's Continental Army. Her bravery and determination earned...

The Last Samurai: The Life and Battles of Saigo Takamori By Mark Ravina, published 2003. Saigo Takamori's life is a testament to the complexities of loyalty and duty in a rapidly changing world. From...

A unique 17th-century compendium of samurai heraldry has been made available in English translation. O-umajirushi is the earliest surviving color compendium of Japanese crests and heraldry, created...

Samantha's Diary: A Hotwife's First Erotic Adventure by D. Z. Morgan. A young couple's relationship takes an unexpected turn when James discovers his wife is more sexually experienced than he...

Rick Sammon's Exploring Photographic Exposure Master Image Capture is a comprehensive guide to mastering exposure in photography. With over 300 new images, this book takes you through the basics of...

Joan Didion's 2003 memoir recounts her response to the sudden loss of her husband and daughter's long illness with remarkable emotional distance. With unflinching honesty, she shares her experience...

Samuel Akpabot's life story is one of remarkable achievement and diversity. Born with a gift for music, he went on to become a renowned composer, ethnomusicologist, and professor, making significant...

Betel Cutters from the Samuel Eilenberg Collection A fascinating study of the intricate and ornate betel cutters that have been used for centuries in Asia and the Pacific. These hinged implements,...

Rurouni Kenshin: La Epopeya del Guerrero Samurai N°4By Nobuhiro Watsuki, published by Panini España, S.A. in 2023, this is the fourth installment of a highly acclaimed manga series.With 384 pages and...

Same River, Twice Putin's War on Women by Sofi Oksanen This powerful book-length essay explores the systematic crimes committed by the Russian government against women, from the Soviet occupation of...

Robert Kirkman and Chris Samnee's new series, Fire Power, begins with Owen Johnson's journey to China in search of his birth parents. His quest leads him to a mysterious Shaolin Temple, where...

This workbook helps children develop critical thinking skills through fun and colorful activities. It introduces concepts such as matching, same-versus-different tasks, and visual categorization to...

Samurai William: The Adventurer who Unlocked Japan tells the fascinating story of an Englishman's journey to 17th-century Japan. In 1611, London's merchants received a letter from an English mariner...

Sammy's Broken Leg (Oh, No!) and the Amazing Cast That Fixed It is a heartwarming story about a child who experiences a broken bone and the journey to recovery. With colorful illustrations, this book...

ABRSM's official sample papers for Music Theory Grade 2 exams provide authentic practice material and reliable guidance. These four sample papers are designed to help candidates prepare for the new...

Jingle all the way with Sesame Street in this festive retelling of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. On Christmas Eve, Cookie Monster is surprised by a sleigh and eight tiny reindeer landing on...

Discover the fascinating world of Japanese warriors and folk heroes. From legendary fighters like Minamoto no Yorimitsu to creative heroes like Ryunosuke Akutagawa, this book explores the lives of...

Isambard Kingdom Brunel was an engineer and shipbuilder who revolutionised transportation in Victorian Britain. This biography tells his story, from his childhood to his groundbreaking projects...

The Theft of the Samurai SwordElizabeth Singer Hunt's exciting mystery follows Jack as he investigates the theft of sacred Japanese treasures. He must outwit Madame Minori and her band of ninja...

Street Gang: The Complete History of Sesame StreetA behind-the-scenes look at the creation and enduring success of one of television's most beloved shows. This comprehensive account, written with the...

A Murder at Rosamund's Gate A Mystery by Susanna Calkins is a gripping tale of mystery and suspense set in 17th-century England. When a fellow servant is brutally killed, Lucy Campion, a chambermaid,...

Brian Reade's 44 Years with the Same Bird is a unique blend of football history and personal narrative. The book tells the story of Liverpool FC through the eyes of its author, who has witnessed the...

A Financial Times Best Economics Book of 2021. In 1966, two influential columnists joined Newsweek magazine to debate the world of business and economics. Their assignment was to present opposing...

Oscar the Grouch is featured in this adorable photographic board book. With bold and bright photographs, babies and toddlers can learn about Oscar's likes, such as stinky trash and his pet worm...

The Letters of Samuel Beckett: Volume 4, 1966-1989 This final volume completes the Cambridge edition of Beckett's letters, spanning the last twenty-four years of his life. During this period, he...

The Samurai Castle Master Warlord Todo Takatora by Chris Glenn is a fascinating biography that delves into the life of a remarkable individual. Born to a small samurai family, Todo Takatora rose to...

Hardcover book by Heleno Saña. Published in 2007, Historia de la filosofía española su influencia en el pensamiento universal is a comprehensive exploration of Spanish philosophy and its impact on...

The Golden Peaches of Samarkand: A Study of T'ang Exotics By Edward H. Schafer In the seventh century, the kingdom of Samarkand sent exotic gifts to the Chinese court at Ch'ang-an - yellow peaches...

The 47th Samurai by Stephen Hunter is a gripping thriller that reunites Bob Lee Swagger with his gritty past. A chance encounter at Iwo Jima, 1945, sets off a chain of events when Yano, the son of a...

Creative License: The Law and Culture of Digital Sampling by Kembrew McLeod and Peter DiCola The music industry's approach to digital sampling is complex and often contradictory. How do musicians,...

Padmasambhava's Essential Instructions on the Path to Awakening presents two practical and compelling works related to a visualization and mantra practice of the Indian master. These instructions are...

Same-Sex Relationships, Law and Social Change by Frances Hamilton and Guido Noto La Diega explores the complexities of regulating same-sex relationships and promoting equality for LGBTQ+ individuals...

The Life, Loves and Times of Samantha Stanhope is a gripping novel that will keep you guessing until the very end. With its unexpected twists and turns, this story is an enjoyable and engaging read...

Black Samson: The Untold Story of an American Icon explores how a flawed biblical hero became an iconic figure in America's racial history. By examining legal documents, narratives by enslaved...

This 2009 revised edition challenges the revealed preference approach to consumer behaviour theory, critically examining Paul Samuelson's research programme. Stanley Wong's study uses rational...

Prepare for your ABRSM Grade 5 Theory exams with official sample papers from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. These sample papers provide authentic practice material and a reliable...

Indonesia's vibrant cuisine is revealed in this collection of fragrant, colorful, and mouth-watering recipes. Lara Lee shares her family's secrets, weaving tales of island life and stunning travel...

The Times Samurai Su Doku 5: 100 Challenging Puzzles from the Times Experience the ultimate test of logic and reasoning with this collection of ultra-complex Sudoku puzzles. The Samurai variant...

Louis Vuitton and Yayoi Kusama collaborate in the most ambitious project to date for this luxury fashion house. This volume brings together artwork by trailblazing artist Yayoi Kusama alongside her...

Abby Cadabby is featured in this photographic board book, illustrated with bold and bright images. The little fairy-in-training tries her magical spells, plays with her favorite frog-prince doll, and...

Walter Brueggemann's commentary on 1 & 2 Samuel offers a nuanced exploration of the Israelites' transition from tribalism to monarchy, revealing a narrative that balances historical realism with an...

The God Emperor of Didcot (2) (Chronicles of Isambard Smith) In a galaxy where tea is a matter of life and death, the British Space Empire's very survival depends on its ability to produce this...

A concise study guide for Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot". This resource provides a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, and more to support your literature project. It includes...

Samurai Rising: The Epic Life of Minamoto Yoshitsune by Pamela S. Turner is a gripping true story that reads like a novel. This epic tale tells the legend of the greatest samurai in Japanese history,...

MonkeySam - Not that small at all! A wondrous garden adventure awaits. This beautifully illustrated picture book tells the story of MonkeySam's exciting discovery in the toy box, which sets him off...

Zen and the Way of the Sword: Arming the Samurai Psyche by Winston L. King In Japan's martial elite, Zen Buddhism found a unique philosophical match in the demands of being a samurai. This book...

Samuel Taylor Coleridge's philosophical work is re-examined through a systematic comparison with Edmund Husserl's phenomenological theory. This book explores Coleridge's accounts of imagination,...

Algorithms have become an integral part of our cultural and artistic lives, shaping our experiences and influencing our choices. From online recommendations to urban planning, these mathematical...

Saburo Sakai's remarkable story is one of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds. From his humble beginnings as a young man from a rural village, Sakai enlisted in the Imperial...

Christ's Samurai: A True Story of Japanese History. In 17th-century Japan, a mysterious cult emerged, sparking fear and confusion among the population. Its leaders preached love and kindness, yet...

The Red and the BlackA masterpiece of 19th century French literature, this novel follows Julien Sorel's rise and fall in Parisian society. Born in the countryside, Julien seeks to overcome his humble...

A comprehensive collection of Sámi oral tradition, this anthology brings together folktales, legends, joik songs, proverbs, riddles, and other verbal art from nearly two dozen storytellers from the...

The Letters of Samuel Beckett: Volume III Cambridge University Press, 2014 This third volume of The Letters of Samuel Beckett focuses on the years when Beckett was striving to balance his growing...

The Experience of Samadhi: An In-depth Exploration of Buddhist Meditation by Richard Shankman This clear and accessible exploration unravels the diverse views and traditional teachings on samadhi, or...

Conversations with Samuel Beckett and Bram Van Velde by Charles Juliet In 1930s Paris, two artists lived in poverty, unaware that they would later become luminaries in their fields. Samuel Beckett's...

Oscar's Alphabet of Trash is a humorous alphabet book that brings laughter and learning together. Oscar the Grouch takes readers on a tour through his treasure trove of trash, using alliteration to...

Sambo and Systema: Russia's Prominent Martial Arts is an in-depth exploration of two influential martial arts systems from Russia. Developed by the Soviet Red Army, Sambo has become synonymous with...

Samuel Beckett's life and work are reimagined in this highly accessible account. Born into a respectable Dublin suburb in 1906, Beckett came to prominence with his groundbreaking play Waiting for...

Subaru Sambar Series Mechanical Diagram and parts manualThis comprehensive guide features over 280 pages of diagrams and part numbers, making it an essential resource for troubleshooting and ordering...

This book provides an overview of the Trauma Informed Approach (TIA) and its application in correctional facilities. Developed by SAMHSA, TIA aims to prevent re-traumatization and promote early...

This biography tells the story of Christian Hahnemann's life, from his birth in 1755 to his death in 1843. It follows his journey as he develops his ideas about homeopathy and struggles to have them...