2392 results for 'Sacks, Jonathan'

The Balfour Declaration: The Origins of the Arab-Israeli Conflict by Jonathan Schneer. In 1917, a document was issued in London that would have far-reaching consequences for the Middle East. The...

Jonathan Cain's memoir offers an intimate look at his journey from playing old-country songs in Chicago to writing mega-bestselling songs with some of the most talented musicians. The story takes...

The Gay Gospels: Good News for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgendered People by Keith Sharpe presents a systematic overview of the debate surrounding homosexuality in Christianity. This book...

The History of Christianity: The Age of Exploration to the Modern Day by Jonathan Hill provides an engaging overview of the Christian faith's transformation from its early days as an illegal sect to...

Japanese animation has become a global multimedia industry worth over $23.6 billion annually, linked to various forms of entertainment and culture. This comprehensive guide by Jonathan Clements...

The Protest Psychosis: How Schizophrenia Became a Black Disease A powerful account of how cultural anxieties about race shaped American notions of mental illness. During the civil rights era, a very...

The Un-Dead, written by Dacre Stoker and Ian Holt, is an official sequel to Bram Stoker's classic novel Dracula. Set in 1912, twenty-five years after the events of the original novel, this story...

Writing in the Dark: A Comprehensive Guide to Crafting Horror Fiction Award-winning author Tim Waggoner shares thirty years of experience as a writer and teacher in this comprehensive textbook...

An Orphan's Wish by Lizzie Page is a heart-wrenching historical novel set in England after World War Two. When Clara Newton takes on her role as House Mother at Shilling Grange Orphanage, it's meant...

The Invasion of Sicily, 1943: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives A pivotal moment in World War II, the invasion of Sicily marked a crucial turning point in the Allied campaign against Nazi...

Integrity Leading with God Watching by Jonathan Lamb is a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to live consistently in the light of gospel priorities. In this book, Lamb examines key...

Writers in Conversation with Christopher Bigsby brings together insightful interviews with some of the world's most acclaimed writers. Conducted over the course of a decade, these candid exchanges...

Protecting Your iOS App from Attack: A Comprehensive Guide Hacking and Securing iOS Applications by Jonathan Zdziarski is a detailed guide for app developers who want to safeguard their applications...

The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci by Jonathan D. Spence In 1577, Matteo Ricci embarked on an extraordinary journey from Italy to Ming dynasty China, driven by his mission to bring Christian faith and...

The Penguin Book of Irish Poetry brings together a rich tapestry of verse from Ireland's most celebrated poets. Spanning centuries and styles, this collection features works by masters such as W.B...

The Years of Great Silence by Jonathan Otto Pohl This monograph explores the complex history of ethnic Germans in the Russian Empire and USSR. It begins with their settlement in various regions,...

Fighting the People's War: A New Perspective on the British and Commonwealth Armies in World War II. This comprehensive history challenges our understanding of the Second World War by focusing on the...

The Golem's Eye by Jonathan Stroud is a thrilling sequel to the bestselling series. Two years have passed since Nathaniel's rise through London's magical government, but his career is threatened by a...

Bollywood Dreams offers an intimate look at the Indian movie industry, where millions of people flock to cinemas every day. For Jonathan Torgovnik, going to the movies is about escaping daily...

Rules for Ghosting by Shelly Jay Shore is a unique blend of genres that explores life, death, and healing. Part ghost story, part family epic, and part romance, this book offers a meditation on the...

The German offensive on Stalingrad was originally intended to secure the Wehrmacht's flanks, but it stalled dramatically in the face of Stalin's order: "Not a Step Back!" This led to urban warfare...

Depression has colonized the world, with over 300 million people diagnosed. Yet, the concept of depression as we know it today is a relatively recent development. In the mid-twentieth century,...

The Good Politician: Folk Theories, Political Interaction, and the Rise of Anti-Politics By Nick Clarke, Will Jennings, Jonathan Moss, and Gerry Stoker Cambridge University Press, 2018 A growing...

Jonathan Tucker's War of Nerves: Chemical Warfare from World War I to Al-Qaeda is a comprehensive and thought-provoking exploration of the history of chemical warfare. From its origins in synthetic...

Nigeria's politics has become increasingly polarised, with divisions between Christians and Muslims leading to violent clashes. The country's history is marked by bitter conflicts over power and...

Austin's South by Southwest festival is more than just a celebration of indie music - it's also a major networking event that sparks creativity and inspires pilgrimages to the city. For city halls,...

The Differentiated Countryside by Philip Lowe, Jonathan Murdoch, Terry Marsden In recent years, the English countryside has faced significant challenges, from BSE to Foot and Mouth disease, leading...

A surprising and complex story of evil comes to life in this graphic novel adaptation by #1 New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Kellerman. Two separate murders, strikingly similar in their...

Cabin Fever: Trapped on Board a Cruise Ship When the Pandemic Hit. A True Story of Heroism and Survival at Sea by Michael Smith and Jonathan Franklin. In early 2020, the world was facing an uncertain...

The fight to defend the Philippines from Japanese invasion during 1941 to 1942 was one of the most pivotal moments in American military history. Undefeated America's Heroic Fight for Bataan and...

Viking-Age Trade Silver, Slaves and Gotland by Jacek Gruszczyński;Marek Jankowiak;Jonathan Shepard is an in-depth exploration of the transcontinental trade networks that brought silver dirhams from...

High in the Himalayan valley of Zanskar, a village has thrived for over 1,000 years, sustained by runoff from glaciers and snowfields. Kumik, with its thirty-nine mud brick homes, is now facing an...

Labor in Israel Beyond Nationalism and Neoliberalism by Jonathan Preminger explores the changing landscape of organized labor in Israel. Since 2007, a wave of organizing has swept the country,...

There is great disturbance in the Force. Anakin Skywalker, a nineteen-year-old apprentice to Obi-Wan Kenobi, is an enigma to the Jedi Council and a challenge to his Jedi Master. His ambition and...

The Best British Short Stories 2012 brings together an impressive collection of short fiction by some of Britain's most talented writers. First published in 2011, this anthology features stories from...

A Local History of Global Capital: Jute and Peasant Life in the Bengal Delta By Tariq Omar Ali The global trade of the past was marked by the humble jute sack, which transported a wide range of...

Billy Wilder's story is one of Hollywood's most intriguing figures. In Jonathan Coe's novel, Mr Wilder and Me, the acclaimed author turns his gaze to the famed director of Some Like It Hot. Set...

Triggered Literature Cancellation, Stealth Censorship and Cultural Warfare by John Sutherland and Jonathan Sutherland is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of triggering in literature...

The Chief Justiceship of William Howard Taft, 1921-1930 by Jonathan Lurie offers a comprehensive examination of the Supreme Court tenure of the only person to have held both the offices of president...

Ray Bradbury Beyond Apollo by Jonathan R. Eller explores the lesser-known second half of the renowned author's career, from his forays into nonfiction writing and public lectures to his Hollywood...

Re:Align: A Leadership Blueprint for Overcoming Disruption and Improving Performance In today's fast-changing business environment, many leaders struggle to keep their enterprises aligned with their...

Death on the Don: The Destruction of Germany's Allies on the Eastern Front, 1941-44 by Jonathan Trigg tells the story of one of the greatest military disasters of World War II. In the summer of 1942,...

Weird Tales Best of the Early Years 1926-27 by H. P. Lovecraft and others. Step into the eerie realm of fantasy, science fiction, and horror with this collection of stories from the iconic...

The human genome project has revealed that all humans share more than 99.9% of their genetic material, regardless of race. Yet, biomedical research has increasingly focused on the remaining 0.1%,...

The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better After Midlife by Jonathan Rauch Happiness follows a well-documented U-shaped trajectory, declining from youth into middle age before rising again in later...

Deep into the facilities at Kennedy Space Center, Jonathan H. Ward takes you to explore NASA's first computer systems used for spacecraft and rocket checkout. He recounts the heroic efforts of pad...

Confederate General Thomas Jonathan Jackson was one of the most influential military commanders of the Civil War. His early death in 1863 could have significantly altered the course of the conflict...

Daisy Hayes' life was forever changed when she encountered her old classmate Janet in a doctor's waiting room in 1984. The reunion was a rare occurrence for someone who had been blind since birth,...

Berlin Witness: An American Diplomat's Chronicle of East Germany's Revolution In September 1987, Jonathan Greenwald arrived in East Berlin as Political Counselor of the American Embassy. He expected...

World Domination: The Sub Pop Records Story is the inside story of a label that has promoted some of the most influential bands of the past few decades. Founded in the late 1980s by Bruce Pavitt and...

Evolution is a complex and multifaceted process, with many examples of convergence and contingency. Convergence suggests that evolution is predictable, while contingency reveals the role of chance...

Hands-On Generative AI with Transformers and Diffusion Models by Omar Sanseviero, Pedro Cuenca, Apolinário Passos, and Jonathan Whitaker is a practical guide to using generative media techniques with...

The Ugly Game: The Corruption of FIFA and the Qatari Plot to Buy the World Cup By Heidi Blake and Jonathan Calvert A meticulously reported account of the 2022 World Cup bid scandal, in which Qatar's...

Music and Soviet Power, 1917-1932 by Marina Frolova-Walker and Jonathan Walker offers a unique cultural history of Russia's musical landscape during a period of significant change. From the collapse...

A soldier returns to keep a promise, but it proves more difficult than he imagined. Lieutenant Jonathan Lewis is devastated when his best friend, Fred, is fatally injured on the battlefield. He...

China and India: A New Source of Rivalry? The rapid growth of China and India has created significant challenges for these nations. With millions still living in poverty, both countries rely heavily...

The Green Hornet: A Collection of Epic Adventures. In this gripping collection, the world's most skilled assassin-for-hire, Red Hand, sets his sights on two men: Hayashi Kato and the new Green Hornet...

The Bible reveals a God whose creative power and loving care embrace all that exists, from earth and sky and sea to every creature. This comprehensive biblical theology of creation care explores the...

English Civil War Insights Into the History, Weaponry and Tactics of the Civil War That Divided the English Nation and Led to the Execution of King Charles I The English Civil War was a pivotal...

The Unconscious in Social and Political Life by David Morgan Traumatic events have always been a part of human history, but recent years have seen an unprecedented level of global turmoil. The...

Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria was Germany's most consistent opponent on the Western Front during World War I. For four long years, he commanded over a million men as a General and Field Marshal,...

The Battle of Kursk by David M. Glantz and Jonathan M. House is a comprehensive account of one of the largest tank engagements in world history, set against the backdrop of World War II. Drawing on...

Faith That Works: Exploring Christian Ministry in Everyday Life The Keswick Convention 2009 explored the theme of 'faith that works' - a message that challenges Christians to live out their faith in...

Chinese Gods: An Introduction to Chinese Folk Religion Jonathan Chamberlain Blacksmith Books English, 3rd edition, 237 pages, paperback Chinese folk religion is the underlying belief system of more...

The Voices of the Scandinavian Waffen-SS: The Final Testament of Hitler's Vikings In the early years of World War II, Scandinavia was drawn into the conflict, with citizens from Denmark, Norway, and...

The Urban Block: A Guide for Urban Designers, Architects and Town Planners By Jonathan Tarbatt and Chloe Street Tarbatt RIBA Publishing, 2020 Understanding the block is crucial to creating...

A Quiet Place to Kill by N. R. Daws is a gripping thriller set against the backdrop of World War II. In July 1940, as the Battle of Britain intensifies, a female pilot named Lizzie Hayes joins an Air...

The Art of Shooting Great Ordnance: A History of the Development, Manufacture and Use of Artillery 1494-1628 by Jonathan Davies. This book explores the critical period in artillery history from 1494...

English Made Easy Volume One A New ESL Approach: Learning English Through Pictures by Jonathan Crichton and Pieter Koster is an innovative approach to learning English. This book uses pictures and...

Jonathan Eig's King is a deeply researched and vividly written biography of Martin Luther King Jr. that sheds new light on the life of the civil rights icon. Eig's portrait of King reveals a complex...

The Defeat of the Luftwaffe: A Strategy for Disaster by Jonathan Trigg In 1939 and 1940, Nazi Germany's blitzkrieg tactics swept across Europe, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The...

The Professor in the Cage: Why Men Fight and Why We Like to Watch by Jonathan Gottschall explores the science and history behind violence through an unlikely lens - mixed martial arts. As an English...

A History of Astronomical Record Keeping By Jonathan Powell, published 2019 by Springer International Publishing. The night sky has long been a source of fascination for humans. Our earliest attempts...

The American economy has long been touted as a global leader, but beneath its glossy surface, significant challenges persist. Job opportunities and economic growth are increasingly concentrated in a...

A Tale of Time City by Diana Wynne Jones is a captivating story about a young girl named Vivian who finds herself in a strange and remarkable place called Time City. This futuristic world exists...

Cattle, Community and Place: The Archaeology of the Cambridge Biomedical Campus by Jonathan Tabor and Tom Phillips is a comprehensive volume detailing the results of excavations at the Cambridge...

The Deep by Rivers Solomon, Daveed Diggs, William Hutson, and Jonathan Snipes is a thought-provoking novella that explores the lives of a community of people who have built a society beneath the...

Carolyn Forché's The Country Between Us is a powerful and deeply personal collection of poetry that bears witness to her experiences in El Salvador during the late 1970s. While working with...

The Technology Fallacy: How People Are the Real Key to Digital Transformation By Gerald C. Kane, Anh Nguyen Phillips, Jonathan R. Copulsky, and Garth R. Andrus Digital disruption is transforming...

White Poverty: Exposing Myths about Race and Class Can Reconstruct American Democracy by William J. Barber (II) and Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove is a groundbreaking work that challenges the persistent...

Mainstream AIDS Theatre, the Media, and Gay Civil Rights: Tracing Ideological Change in US Mainstream Plays. This book examines the political potential of mainstream theatre in the US at the end of...

The Battle of Stalingrad Through German Eyes: The Death of the Sixth Army By Jonathan Trigg Amberley Publishing, 2022 In August 1942, a brutal five-month campaign unfolded in Stalingrad, with...

The disruption of store retail by online shopping has only just begun. Few retailers are ready for the changes ahead. As online shopping continues to grow, it's becoming increasingly clear that the...

The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt explores the origins of our divisions and points the way forward to mutual understanding...

A Man Named Doll by Jonathan Ames is a gripping tale of a private detective who finds himself in over his head. Living beneath the Hollywood sign with his loyal companion George, Happy Doll...

The Man Behind the Mike - Mike Tucker's Inspiring Story. Mike Tucker was born into a life of farming and horses, passions that would shape his remarkable career. From international groom to...

Urban Geopolitics: Rethinking Planning in Contested Cities by Jonathan Rokem and Camillo Boano This book offers a fresh perspective on urban studies, moving beyond traditional Euro-centric approaches...

The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt Something has been going wrong on many college...

The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt. Something has been going wrong on many college...

Mastering small stakes poker cash games is key to unlocking big wins in the world of poker. With over $6.4 million in live tournament winnings, Jonathan Little knows what it takes to succeed at the...

The Turn of the Tide in the Pacific War Strategic Initiative, Intelligence, and Command, 1941-1943 by Sean M. Judge and Jonathan M. House. In the midst of World War II, two major campaigns were...

Reading It Wrong: An Alternative History of Early Eighteenth-Century Literature by Abigail Williams. The interpretation of eighteenth-century literature has long been shaped by misunderstandings and...