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Billy Williams' life is about to change forever. In 1911, he begins working down the mines as George V is crowned king, unaware that his family's fate is inextricably linked with that of the...

The Great British Bake Off: Favourite Flavours The Official 2022 Great British Bake Off Book Indulge in the sweetest of treats with this collection of favourite flavours from the 2022 Great British...

This Tender Land A Novel by William Kent Krueger is a gripping and poignant tale that follows four orphans on a life-changing journey during the Great Depression. In 1932, the Lincoln School is a...

Eight watchers stood vigilant on Pendle Hill, their gaze sweeping across the landscape. One observer took in the castled heights of Clithero, the woody eminences of Bowland, the bleak ridges of...

The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare In a world where financial gain and social standing are paramount, a young nobleman named Bassanio sets out to woo the beautiful heiress Portia. However,...

Stone Williams' return to his childhood home is a surprise to everyone, especially the author who once poured hot coffee over his picture in a tabloid magazine. A decade has passed since he left...

Reasonable Faith: A Positive Case for Christianity William Lane Craig presents a comprehensive and accessible exploration of Christian apologetics, engaging with key theological themes and addressing...

The Tempest The Graphic Novel by William Shakespeare and John McDonald is an unabridged adaptation of the play in full colour. This stunning graphic novel brings to life one of Shakespeare's most...

Astro City Metrobook Volume 3 brings together a sweeping epic from the city's history, spanning the 1970s and 80s. Charles and Royal Williams' lives are forever changed by their encounters with Astro...

Adelaide is a heartbreakingly relatable debut novel about young love. Genevieve Wheeler's achingly beautiful portrayal of love and loss will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the pain of...

Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection by John T. Cacioppo and William Patrick is a groundbreaking exploration of the human condition. Pioneering research by social...

Fatal Proof by John Fairfax is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark world of crime and deception. When Karmen Naylor, an estranged daughter of a south London crime boss, is accused of...

A Century of War: Anglo-American Oil Politics and the New World Order by F. William Engdahl This book explores the complex and often hidden history of oil politics and their impact on global events...

The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr. This timeless manual on the principles of English language has been a trusted guide for writers and readers alike for nearly a century. First published in...

Deserts cover one third of the earth's land surface, yet they remain a mysterious and captivating environment. In "The Immeasurable World: A Desert Journey", William Atkins embarks on a three-year...

Jenson Button's autobiography offers an intimate look at his remarkable 17-year career in Formula 1. Born into a racing family, Button recounts his journey from a young driver to a World Champion,...

The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in a changing United States. Their fortune was built by William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man who founded the...

A Farmer Boy's Special Day is a heartwarming picture book about Almanzo Wilder's birthday, a day filled with farm chores and fun. On this special day, Almanzo stays home from school and receives a...

Edward de Vere and the Shakespeare Printers by Robert Sean Brazil This book explores the connection between Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, and the works of William Shakespeare. De Vere was...

Gin Palace Girl by Gracie Hart is a story about a young woman who finds herself at a crossroads in her life. Orphaned as a child, Mary is taken in by her mother's friend and raised as her own, but...

Playful Mathematics For Children 3 To 7 by Helen J. Williams Recognise the mathematics in your child's play and unlock a world of learning. This book empowers early years teachers to see the learning...

John Bellamy Foster's Marx's Ecology challenges conventional interpretations of Marx and offers a more rational approach to the current environmental crisis. By examining Marx's neglected writings on...

Shakespeare on Toast Getting a Taste for the Bard is a fresh take on the life and works of William Shakespeare. Actor, producer and director Ben Crystal revisits his acclaimed book to celebrate the...

Christina Rossetti was born into an Italian family in England, and as the youngest of four siblings, she grew up with a passion that would eventually define her life's work. Despite being known for...

C.S. Lewis was commemorated in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, 50 years after his death, marking a significant milestone in his legacy. This anthology brings together addresses from the...

A beautifully illustrated book about the best times of year. Tasha Tudor's delicate illustrations bring to life the holidays of an earlier time, from homemade valentines and Easter eggs to Christmas...

The Potsdam Conference: A Turning Point in European History In the aftermath of World War II, Europe lay in ruins. Millions of refugees were dispersed across the continent, while Britain was bankrupt...

As the moon lit the path to his dreams, astronaut Chris Hadfield's childhood was forever changed by the bravery of the Apollo 11 astronauts. On a hot July night, their footprints blazed a new trail...

The SAS Operation Storm: Nine Men Against Four Hundred is a gripping account of one of the most crucial battles in modern history. In July 1972, nine SAS soldiers and hundreds of local fighters...

A bleak and shocking novel about young men left to raise themselves, Sol Yurick's The Warriors is a brutal tale of savagery that emerges from the torn fabric of human society. On a hot 4th of July...

Twisted and thrilling, Mysteries at Sea: Peril on the Atlantic is a gripping nautical adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. In July 1936, as the Queen Mary sets sail across the...

Starting from the Child? by Julie Fisher is a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges facing early years practice in the face of increasing pressures from inspection, assessment and...

The Complete Aliens Omnibus: Volume Two (Genocide, Alien Harvest) On a world ravaged by alien infestation, two strains of the extraterrestrial species engage in a devastating war. Meanwhile, on...

Fox Cub Rescue is an exciting new magical adventure series from bestselling author Julie Sykes. This first story follows two young friends as they embark on a trial to become fully-fledged Keepers,...

Selma van de Perre's remarkable story is one of survival and defiance in the face of unimaginable adversity. As a Jewish resistance fighter and Ravensbrück survivor, Selma recounts her experiences...

This collection of specially commissioned chapters explores the many philosophical issues raised by Richard Linklater's critically-acclaimed 'Before' trilogy. Topics include the nature of love,...

A Watermelon, a Fish and a Bible by Christy Lefteri is a moving novel about love and war. In July 1974, the Turkish army invaded the town of Kyrenia in Cyprus, bringing an end to life as people knew...

The Reader on the 6.27 is a heartwarming tale of redemption and the transformative power of books. Guylain Vignolles leads a mundane life, but finds solace in reciting aloud from pages he has saved...

Double Acts: A History of Modern Tottenham Hotspur in Ten-and-a-Half Partnerships Discover the fascinating story of Tottenham Hotspur's most memorable strike partnerships, which have brought glory,...

Sense of Place by Caitlin Flemming and Julie Goebel explores how the world around us can inspire beautiful and meaningful interiors. The book juxtaposes interior shots, exterior landscapes, and local...

Take control of your Nikon D5300 digital SLR camera and unlock its full potential. This comprehensive guide, written by experienced photographer and teacher Julie Adair King, will help you master the...

Tarn grapples with the loss of her brother at Dunkirk as she faces the threat of Nazi invasion in the Cumbrian countryside. In July 1940, as the British retreat at Dunkirk comes to an end, Tarn and...

Eight Dates To Keep Your Relationship Happy, Thriving and Lasting by John Schwartz Gottman, Doug Abrams, Julie Schwartz Gottman, and Rachel Carlton Abrams is a practical guide to building and...

Richard Hannay Returns. In July 1942, Richard Hannay is called into action on a mission that will test him as never before. The fate of Malta hangs in the balance, as Hannay's son is stationed as a...

The Bad Boy by Gillian Godden Adam Lambrianu is a man with a reputation for being a playboy and a bad boy. Born into a family of wealth and power, he's determined to make his own way in the world...

The Beatles Get Back to Abbey Road by Bruce Spizer In July 1969, the Beatles returned to Abbey Road studios, reviving the magic and camaraderie that had defined their early sessions with producer...

In July 1940, England's focus on its borders left vulnerable targets elsewhere. Hitler saw an opportunity to carry out an audacious plot that would change the course of the war. His intention was to...

The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty is a searingly relevant and darkly hilarious portrayal of 21st-century America. Set in a low-cost housing complex, this novel explores the lives of its disenfranchised...

Abraham Lincoln's path to the presidency was marked by a unique blend of circumstances and character. In this highly original work, acclaimed historian Doris Kearns Goodwin explores how Lincoln's...

The Tunnels of Wallingford: Fact or Fiction Wallingford, a town in Oxfordshire, England, boasts a rich history dating back over 1,000 years. The town's past is marked by the presence of the Castle...

Calcutta, 1837. The East India Company's grip on India is tenuous at best, and its most notorious son, Xavier Mountstuart, has vanished into thin air. Junior officer William Avery is sent to find...

The history of land ownership has been shaped by a profound idea: individual, exclusive ownership of the earth. This notion, which emerged in the modern era, had a profound impact on traditional...

Dr. William Glasser offers a new psychology that could help us overcome our inability to get along with one another, a source of much unhappiness. He argues that traditional external control...

Aubrey's Brief Lives Omnibus Edition by John Aubrey This comprehensive collection brings together the complete contents of all three Langley Press Brief Lives books, offering a unique insight into...

The Burrell Collection Renaissance of a Global Museum In 1944, Sir William Burrell and his wife Constance left their remarkable collection of over 6,000 objects to the City of Glasgow, ensuring its...

Musonius Rufus Lectures & Sayings by Caius Musonius Rufus This collection of lectures and sayings offers a unique insight into the practice of Stoicism, a philosophy that Musonius Rufus lived and...

The History of Medicine: A Very Short Introduction by William F. Bynum This book provides a comprehensive survey of the history of medicine, from ancient times to the present day. Bynum explores the...

Equus is a thought-provoking exploration of the limits of faith and the intersection of the sacred and profane. The story revolves around a young man, Alan Strang, who blinds six horses with a metal...

Daughters of the Dragon: A Comfort Woman's Story by William Andrews When Anna Carlson travels to Korea in search of her birth mother, she is met with devastating news: her mother is already dead...

Study and Revise for AS/a-Level: a Streetcar Named Desire is a comprehensive course companion designed to help students achieve their best grade in AS/A-level English Literature. Written by...

Potty Training Seats: The Parenting Guide for Choosing the Best Suitable Potty Seat for Kids Choosing the right potty seat can be a daunting task for parents, but with the right guidance, it's easier...

The Pre-Raphaelites was founded in 1848 as a secret society that sought to revolutionize art by rejecting classical ideals and embracing a more spiritual and naturalistic approach. Led by William...

This collection of animal tales brings together some of the most beloved stories about cats and dogs from children's literature. Jacqueline Wilson has curated a selection of treasured classics,...

Eat to Your Heart's Content is a collection of recipes designed to help maintain heart health, created by award-winning chef Sat Bains after his own experience with a heart attack. Following an...

Daphne Phelps inherited a beautiful house in Sicily in 1947, a golden stone Casa Cuseni that would become her home and a hub for a fascinating community. With little Italian and limited funds, she...

Heavy rain causes a landslide, but the real mystery begins when a body is found in the rubble. Detective William Wisting is quick to join the rescue operation, and by sunrise the next day, it becomes...

Adam Worth, the Real Moriarty: A Life of Crime and Deception The remarkable true story of Adam Worth, the master thief who inspired Conan Doyle's Moriarty, is a tale of cunning and deception. From...

The Victorians: Britain Through the Paintings of the Age Discover the vibrant world of Victorian Britain through the eyes of its artists. From the grandeur of Gothic architecture to the birth of the...

Set in 1796, Scarlet Town is a gripping mystery that follows Laurence Jago as he returns to his home town of Helston, Cornwall, after a tumultuous escape from America. There, he finds himself...

The Powerhouse: An Unprecedented Look at Hollywood's Creative Artists Agency In 1975, five ambitious individuals left William Morris to form a talent agency that would revolutionize the entertainment...

Berlin, 11 July 1986. A chance encounter on a bus sets in motion a complex and intense relationship between two individuals. Their shared passion for music and art fuels their attraction, but the...

Lale Sokolov, a Slovakian Jew, was forcibly transported to Auschwitz-Birkenau in April 1942. He was assigned the role of a tattooist, tasked with permanently marking his fellow prisoners. Over two...

Wembley, 30 July 1966, marked a historic moment in English football. The World Cup champions had finally been crowned, but the journey to victory was far from straightforward. In this book, John...

Andy Murray's remarkable career has been marked by numerous triumphs, but one moment stands out: lifting the Wimbledon trophy on 7th July 2013, ending a 77-year wait for a British man to achieve this...

Newport Pagnell in Buckinghamshire is said to be one of Britain's most haunted towns. This town has a long history of ghostly encounters, including those of a mysterious monk, a whispering child and...

The dramatic true story of India's princely states is one of betrayal and intrigue. In July 1947, Lord Louis Mountbatten delivered a crucial speech to the Chamber of Princes in New Delhi, with just...

The Origins of the First World War: Diplomatic and Military Documents This comprehensive collection of diplomatic and military documents provides a unique insight into the origins of the First World...

Hardcover: 352 pages, published 7 July 2020, ISBN 9781260468397. Three veteran Wall Street analysts reveal timeless lessons from the titans of industry, including General Electric, Boeing and...

Alice in Chains: The Untold Story The story of Alice in Chains is one of hard work, self-destruction, and resilience. From their early days as a grunge band on the Seattle music scene to their rise...

Logan's Run: Last Day is a gripping dystopian tale set in a future where life is measured in years, not decades. At 21, Logan-6's existence is all but over, but he's given one final mission: to...

Ada Goth is the only child of Lord Goth, who lives with her in the enormous Ghastly-Gorm Hall. To ensure she can be heard, Lord Goth has her wear large clumpy boots, making it hard for her to make...

The Oxford English Dictionary was a monumental undertaking that took seventy years to complete, drawing from the collective knowledge of tens of thousands of brilliant minds. At its core lies a...

Alec A Novel by William di Canzio is a reimagining of a secret love affair, first explored in E. M. Forster's classic novel Maurice. The story follows Alec Scudder, the gamekeeper who captures the...

David Douglas: The Natural History of the Northwest This biography and natural history book tells the story of David Douglas, a 19th-century Scottish naturalist and botanical explorer. From his...

William Faulkner's 1929 novel, The Sound and the Fury, is widely regarded as one of the most important English-language novels of the twentieth century. This revised and expanded Norton Critical...

Jolly's campers are guaranteed to have a holiday to remember, but that's not always easy to achieve. A range of colourful characters pour through Jolly's gates, each with their own story to tell. For...

The East Highland Way XT40 map provides an essential guide for walkers tackling this new 82-mile long distance route between Fort William and Aviemore. Pioneered by Kevin Langan, the trail forms a...

Harry Winston: The Definitive Biography of an American Icon By Ronald Winston and William Stadiem Skyhorse, 2023 Born into humble beginnings, Harry Weinstein transformed himself into one of the...

Discover 100 graded walks in one of the UK's most spectacular regions: Ben Nevis and Glen Coe. This comprehensive guidebook features routes for all abilities, from low-level strolls to high-level...

Medjugorje: The First Seven Days by Darko Pavičic is a detailed and impartial account of the first days of the Medjugorje apparitions, from June 24th to July 3rd, 1981. This period of ten days is...

Witness the terrifying origins of The Legion in this first-ever horror graphic novel based on the beloved video game, Dead by Daylight. A new face of evil emerges in this horror graphic novel spin...

This practical workbook provides a step-by-step guide to starting your own business. With real-life case studies and exercises, it helps you research and formulate your business ideas, plan marketing...

Libertine London: A New Perspective on Women's Sexuality in 18th-Century England. This book offers a fresh and detailed exploration of women's sex lives during the long eighteenth century,...

Introducing The Harp and Laurel Wreath, a comprehensive collection of poetry for every age level, from grades one to twelve. Laura Berquist, a teacher and writer, has carefully curated this selection...

Westmoreland's War Reassessing American Strategy in Vietnam by Gregory Daddis A fresh perspective on one of America's most divisive wars, this book challenges conventional wisdom on the Vietnam War...

The Inner Darkness by Jørn Lier Horst is a chilling Nordic Noir thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. After four years behind bars, notorious serial killer Thomas Kerr is finally...

A concise history of modern painting offers a fresh perspective on the complexities of this medium. Simon Morley's study places the foundation of modern art at the emergence of Romanticism and the...

The Rattle Bag is a unique anthology of poetry, carefully curated by two of the leading poets of contemporary literature. Seamus Heaney and Ted Hughes have selected their personal favorites, listing...

The Western Highlands of Scotland offers a unique opportunity to explore the intricate relationship between rocks and scenery in one of Europe's most fascinating geological regions. Spanning over...

A Dictionary of British History by John Ashton Cannon and John Cannon provides authoritative entries on the people and events that have shaped Britain's history since 55 BC. With over 3,800 entries...