5817 results for 'McRaven, Charles'

A comprehensive guide to heraldry, A Complete Guide to Heraldry by Arthur Charles Fox-Davies is a detailed reference for those interested in coats of arms and family crests.First published in 1909,...

Russian Philosophy by Frederick Charles Copleston provides an accessible account of the key thinkers and their relationships to one another. Written as part of an 11-volume series, this introduction...

Andrea de Bono's remarkable journey along the White Nile is revealed in this fascinating biography. Born Maltese, Andrea De Bono became an explorer and adventurer, charting his path through Africa...

Discover the fascinating history of flight in this engaging chapter book. From early hot air balloons and gliders to modern supersonic spyplanes and space vehicles, explore the stories of pioneers...

Charles Saumarez Smith presents a comprehensive study of the work of painter John Wonnacott, exploring his formative experiences at the Slade and the discipline of drawing that underpins his unique...

Set sail to Galapagos Islands on a week-long voyage of discovery! You'll meet many fascinating land and sea animals, like giant tortoises, albatrosses, iguanas, lava crabs and booby birds. The text's...

This book of personal reflections offers a unique and introspective exploration of faith. Written by Charles Jason Gordon after a silent retreat at Georgetown University in 2019, it is inspired by a...

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is set against the backdrop of the French Revolution. Dr Manette's 18-year imprisonment in the Bastille has finally come to an end, and he has been released...

Charles Bukowski's poetry collection On Love presents a nuanced exploration of love and desire. Through his characteristic blend of tenderness and grittiness, Bukowski examines the complexities of...

The Tragic History of the Sea: A Collection of Accounts from the High Seas. Translated by Charles Ralph Boxer and others, this collection brings together accounts of maritime disasters and tragedies...

Stephan Pastis returns with the origin story of Timmy Failure, the world's greatest detective. This hilarious and heartwarming tale tells the story of how it all began for our favorite clueless...

Advanced Calculus of Several Variables by Charles Henry Edwards is a comprehensive textbook that explores modern conceptual treatment of multivariable calculus. The author emphasizes the interplay...

Charles Wright's Appalachia is the final book in his groundbreaking trilogy. Spanning three volumes, this poetic series explores themes of mortality and transcendence through beautifully ordinary...

This collection features two Christmas-themed stories by Louisa May Alcott. "A Christmas Dream" is a heartwarming tale that explores the joys and challenges of the holiday season. The second story,...

The Aborigines and Maori: A History of the Indigenous Peoples in Australia and New Zealand by Charles River;Charles River Editors. This book explores the history of the indigenous peoples of...

A gripping spy thriller from the master of the modern spy thriller, Charles Cumming. Six weeks before she is due to become the first female head of MI6, Amelia Levene disappears without a trace...

A guide to understanding Charles Dickens' novella through its most important quotations. This book provides in-depth analysis of 25 key quotes, exploring their content, literary techniques, genre,...

A beautifully designed hardcover edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland features stunning illustrations by renowned artist Charles Santore. This child-friendly retelling of the original text is...

Great Expectations by Julia Golding and Charles Dickens is a story of mystery and intrigue. When Pip meets an escaped convict in a dark graveyard, his life is forever changed.This beautifully...

Blood Orchid: An Unnatural History of AmericaCharles Bowden's harrowing exploration of American society reveals the brutal, systemic violence and corruption that underlies our reality. Through his...

Discover the fascinating history behind Britain's pioneering aircraft museums and collections. This special edition in the Wrecks & Relics series explores the origins and growth of the country's...

This 19th-century study explores the impact of earthworms on soil quality and their role in maintaining fertile topsoil. Charles Darwin's experiments, conducted over many years, demonstrate the...

Blue Beard is a French folktale that has been enjoyed by generations of children in many countries. Written by Charles Perrault and first published in 1697, this tale tells the story of a violent...

The Book of the Secrets of Enoch by R. H. CharlesThis translation from the Slavonic text reveals a previously unknown pseudoepigraph, one that has had a significant influence on Apocalyptic...

A witty and sexy novel about lust, friendship, and the unpredictable experiments that come with them. Emily Foster's story follows Annabelle Coffey, a woman who is comfortable with data and...

Naked Economics: Undressing the Dismal Science Charles Wheelan's accessible economics book is back in a new edition. This updated version tackles hot topics such as automation, trade, and income...

The Lightlings by Robert Charles Sproul is an allegorical tale that explores the biblical story of redemption in a way that will engage children. A race of tiny beings, known as lightlings,...

Charles Bukowski's poetry collection Mockingbird Wish Me Luck offers a poignant glimpse into his unique perspective on life. Through his words, he explores themes of pain, hate, love, and beauty,...

Charles Bukowski's uncollected pulp fiction is gathered in this characteristically raw and humorous compilation. Spanning from 1947 to the 1980s, these stories showcase Bukowski's unique talent for...

A beautifully illustrated edition of Aesop's Fables is available in this oversized padded board book. Featuring original artwork by renowned illustrator Charles Santore, this book brings timeless...

Discover 50 rewarding acrostic puzzles featuring wise and witty sayings from various topics.Selected by Charles Preston, former USA Today crossword puzzle editor, these puzzles reveal insightful...

Brideshead Revisited is a masterpiece of English literature that explores desire, duty, and memory in the glittering world of English aristocracy. Evelyn Waugh's novel charts the passing of a...

Ghosts, Gulls and German Girls is a collection of short stories by Guy Charles. The author's realistic tales combine gentle humour with a generally positive outlook, offering witty and sympathetic...

Occupational Ghettos: The Worldwide Segregation of Women and MenThis book explores the persistence of extreme gender segregation in the workforce, despite advances in gender equality. The authors...

This book tells the stories of two ordinary soldiers who served in the Great War. Their family collections of keepsakes were used to reconstruct their experiences, drawn from regimental war diaries...

Bleak House is a masterpiece of social satire, set against the backdrop of London's fog-shrouded streets. In this novel, Charles Dickens explores the complexities of the human experience through his...

A Right Royal Scandal Two Marriages that Changed History by Joanne Major and Sarah Murden is a fascinating biography that explores the scandalous love matches within two successive generations of the...

Recreated from the sights, sounds, and smells of Victorian London, this book brings to life the everyday world of Charles Dickens' greatest works.Judith Flanders, a popular historian, masterfully...

The British Library's Historical Print Editions present this collection of notes and illustrations on Norton-sub-Hamdon in Somerset, focusing on the parish, manor, and Ham Hill. This title is part of...

This introduction to modernist American poetry explores the revolutionary possibilities of the art form and its ambitions, disillusionments, and continuities over four generations. By examining close...

This elegant setting of the Magnificat is a tribute to Sir Charles Villiers Stanford's own sacred choral repertoire. Composed for SATB and organ, it is a beautiful addition to any church or home...

For nearly five decades, preachers and students have turned to this book for guidance on delivering sermons without notes. Charles W. Koller's comprehensive guide covers essential topics such as the...

Charles Henry Mackintosh's Notes on the Book of Genesis is a thought-provoking exploration of the biblical account of creation. First published in 2017, this work offers a unique perspective on the...

A Wrinkle in Time Quartet by Madeleine L'EngleThis special deluxe edition presents the first volume of the beloved series, featuring A Wrinkle in Time, along with three companion novels that continue...

The Puffin Book of Christmas Stories is a delightful collection of tales for Yuletide by some of the finest writers for children. A perfect gift for Christmas, it features classic and contemporary...

Charles Strickland was never easily discerned as extraordinary. Yet now few will deny his greatness. This is a story about that greatness, and the journey it took to achieve it. Written by W...

The Complete Peanuts Vol. 14: 1977-1978Charles Schulz's beloved comic strip comes to life in this latest volume, featuring an array of new and familiar characters that showcase the creator's...

The Believer Established by Charles A. Coates is a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of their relationship with God.Written from the author's many years of devoted...

Goodbye Helter Skelter: A New Look at the Tate-LaBianca MurdersRevised Second Edition, 15 October 2019This book offers a fresh examination of the Tate-LaBianca murders, one of the most infamous...

Evolution: A Graphic Guide by Dylan Evans is a comprehensive introduction to Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theory of evolution through natural selection. First published in 2010, this revised...

Authors of the Impossible: The Paranormal and the Sacred explores the history of paranormal research in Western thought. Jeffrey J. Kripal examines the work of four key figures: Frederic Myers,...

The Financial Numbers Game: Detecting Creative Accounting PracticesCharles W. Mulford and Eugene E. Comiskey provide a clear explanation of how management can manipulate accounting rules to achieve...

Tonight at Noon is a story of love between two people from different worlds. Sue Graham's memoir tells the tale of her tumultuous marriage to Charles Mingus, a brilliant jazz composer, and her...

Charles Baxter's ten stories in Harmony of the World explore the intricate web of human emotions and experiences. With a keen eye for the complexities of everyday life, Baxter crafts tales that are...

Maureen O'Hara's autobiography offers an intimate look at her extraordinary life and career. With over seventy years in Hollywood, she became known as "the queen of Technicolor" for her fiery red...

Rome's Most Notorious Defeats: The History and Legacy of the Battle of Cannae and the Battle of the Teutoburg Forest by Charles River;Charles River Editors. The Second Punic War saw Hannibal, a...

Buster Keaton's autobiography offers a unique glimpse into the mind behind the stoic face of the legendary film comedian.Written with the help of Charles Samuels, this autobiography provides a...

The Tide Went Out by Charles Eric Maine As the oceans dwindle, the very foundations of our planet are at risk. The consequences of inaction are dire, and the clock is ticking. This thought-provoking...

Immerse yourself in four gripping ghost stories by Charles Dickens, adapted for learners of English at CEFR level B1. This collection of tales includes 'The Signalman', 'The Ghost in the Bride's...

This collection of tales brings to life some of Shakespeare's most beloved plays. Charles and Mary Lamb vividly recount the stories behind Hamlet and Othello, As You Like It, and Pericles, conveying...

Dante Alighieri's Inferno is presented in this two-volume set, accompanied by Charles S. Singleton's prose translation and commentary. The Italian text is based on Giorgio Petrocchi's edition, while...

Two Diversions For Solo Piano is a set of two contrasting pieces for solo piano, commissioned by Carnegie Hall and first performed in 2000. The music features simultaneous musical ideas, creating an...

Charles Segal's collection of essays offers a comprehensive exploration of Greek tragedy, spanning over twenty years of critical inquiry into its meaning and significance for modern readers.The...

Stephen Jay Gould's exploration of evolutionary biology is a fascinating journey into the wonders of nature.Over a century after Charles Darwin published his groundbreaking work, Darwinian theory...

Understanding Social Networks: A Comprehensive Introduction to the Field Charles Kadushin's book provides a thorough introduction to social networks, covering fundamental concepts and theories in an...

A young couple's lives are turned upside down when a celestial event causes a bizarre transformation, switching them into the opposite sex. This erotic and explicit story follows Charles, now a...

Charles Nicholl's biography of Leonardo Da Vinci offers an intimate portrait of the artist, drawing on contemporary materials such as his notebooks and sketchbooks to gain insight into his mental...

Published in 2015, My Lady's Money is a notable work by Wilkie Collins, a renowned English writer known for his mystery novels.Collins was a close friend of Charles Dickens and collaborated with him...

The Galapagos tells the fascinating story of the islands that inspired Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theory of evolution. This captivating account explores the unique wildlife and ecosystems of the...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens explores themes of relationships, individual vs. society and responsibility through the story of Ebenezer Scrooge.On one fateful Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited...

This collection of essays by Paul Ricoeur offers a comprehensive introduction to his contributions to sociological theory. Featuring many previously untranslated works, it provides a lucid overview...

Tahiti and the Marquesas Including the Austral, Gambier, Tuomoto Islands and PitcairnExplore the South Pacific with this comprehensive guide to Polynesia's lesser-known islands. From the lush...

A Christmas Carol is a thought-provoking novella that explores the transformative power of kindness and compassion. Written by Charles Dickens in 1843, this story has been re-released in paperback...

Expository Thoughts on the Gospels Volume 2 Mark by John Charles RyleA comprehensive commentary on the Gospel of Mark, exploring its teachings with penetrating insight and clear reasoning. This...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a story of redemption and personal transformation. This novella tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve, forcing...

Carlos V: una nueva vida del emperadorA comprehensive biography by renowned historian Geoffrey Parker, this book offers a fresh perspective on the life and reign of Charles I of Spain and V of...

Charles Fort's groundbreaking work on unexplained phenomena remains a fascinating and thought-provoking read nearly a century after its initial publication.This collection of strange events, compiled...

Charles Dickens' Night Walks offers a unique glimpse into his personal struggles with insomnia and his subsequent discovery of London's hidden social ills. In this collection of essays, he shares his...

Understanding the complex web of global interactions has never been more important. Dr Charles Jones provides a comprehensive introduction to International Relations, exploring the competing theories...

This lively history explores how the theory of evolution by natural selection developed over time, tracing its roots back to ancient philosophers and examining its impact on modern science.The idea...

Set against the backdrop of the devastating Philadelphia yellow fever epidemic of 1793, Charles Brockden Brown's novel Arthur Mervyn; or, Memoirs of the Year 1793 weaves together the outbreak with...

The Manson Family Murders provides an in-depth look at one of the most infamous crimes in American history. This comprehensive exploration examines the police investigations, conspiracy theories, and...

Three ghostly tales from Charles Dickens bring to life the darker side of human nature. 'To Be Read at Dusk' is part of the Little Black Classics series, showcasing 46 new titles that celebrate...

Charles Bukowski's Septuagenarian Stew is a unique blend of poetry and prose that explores the lives of people living on the fringes of Los Angeles. Through his writing, Bukowski sheds light on the...

The Age of Discovery explores one of history's most pivotal periods: the time when Europeans first set sail for distant lands. Charles Kovacs brings to life stories of key figures, from the Crusades...

The Supremacy of God in Preaching by John Piper is a revised and expanded edition that serves as a guide for preachers seeking to stir revival. Drawing on his 33 years of experience, Piper reflects...

How to Complain [More] Effectively by Charles M. DobbsA practical guide for those who want to make their voices heard, this book draws on the author's experience as a professor and assistant to a...

A Christmas Carol: Graphic Novel by Various Part of the Literacy World series, this graphic novel provides support for shared reading and writing, guided reading, ICT and speaking and listening at...

Pragmatic Spatial Planning: Practical Theory for Professionals by Charles Hoch is a guide to using theory to inform practical judgments in professional spatial planning. This approach helps...

Enjoy 100 easy-to-read word searches from "the Prince of Preachers". Morning & Evening Devotional Large Print Word Search features inspirational words and phrases from Charles H. Spurgeon's classic...

From the earliest myths to the present day, birds have played a profound role in human history. In Ten Birds That Changed the World, naturalist Stephen Moss explores the fascinating story of our...

A man is wrongly executed in 1662 for signing the death warrant of Charles I. Before his execution, he utters a curse on the village that betrayed him. A counter-curse is offered, leaving a single...

David Lodge explores how the novel represents human consciousness in eleven essays on some of the great novelists of the last 200 years.In these sparkling essays, Lodge examines the works of Charles...

Exploring the foundations of evolution and its impact on our understanding of the world. This book delves into the groundbreaking work of Charles Darwin and other influential thinkers, shedding light...

Wendy Jago and Charles De Kunffy present a practical guide to using Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) to improve your riding and relationships with horses. By applying NLP tools, you can enhance...

When an unexpected passion begins to blossom between two people from different worlds, their happiness seems threatened by forces beyond their control. A bitter struggle between owner and workforce...

Improve your piano playing skills with practical routines and expert advice from Charles Cooke.This guide offers concrete exercises to help you practice every day, with a focus on discipline and...

The Anglo-Saxon Missionaries in Germany: Lives and Correspondence. This collection of lives and correspondence provides valuable insights into the experiences of early Christian missionaries in...

John D. Caputo offers a provocative re-examination of Charles Sheldon's In His Steps as a way forward for the church in this lively addition to The Church and Postmodern Culture series.Caputo...

Charles Taylor's study of Hegel's social and political thought offers a nuanced exploration of how his ideas remain relevant in modern society.The prevailing view of Hegel as a proto-fascist is...