3090 results for 'Taylorr, John A.'

Blenheim Palace: The History and Legacy of the Only Non-Royal Palace in England Located in Oxfordshire, Blenheim Palace is a significant historical site that played a pivotal role in shaping...

Logistics in World War II 1939-1945 by John Norris is a detailed study of the often-overlooked role of logistics in the outcome of every campaign and battle during World War Two. By examining...

The Great Influenza: The Story of the Deadliest Pandemic in History by John M. Barry. In 1918, a devastating pandemic swept across the globe, claiming millions of lives and leaving an indelible mark...

Decca's groundbreaking recording of Wagner's Ring Des Nibelungen is a monumental achievement in the history of sound recording. Spanning eight years and countless hours of work, this book tells the...

Sherlock Holmes and the Highgate Horrors by James Lovegrove is a gripping tale of madness, murder, and supernatural horror. In 1929, an ageing Dr John Watson sets down his pen to recount the true...

The Demon in the Ekur: A Revolutionary Look at Ancient Mysteries and the Nature of Angels. Join Joseph P. Farrell for a thought-provoking exploration of the Giza Death Star, the Demon in the Ekur,...

The Iceman Inheritance: Prehistoric Sources of Western Man's Racism, Sexism and Aggression This book offers a provocative examination of the roots of racism, sexism, and aggression in Western society...

The Assassination of President Kennedy: A Conspiracy Uncovered More than 50 years after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the question of whether there was a conspiracy behind his...

Under the Black Flag: A History of Pirates and Piracy David Cordingly's comprehensive account of piracy is a captivating and entertaining read, packed with vivid history and high seas adventure. The...

Frank Belknap Long's second volume of Weird Fiction is a collection of unsettling tales that explore the darker corners of the human experience. Within its pages, you'll discover a range of macabre...

Eric Bristow: The Autobiography Eric Bristow is widely regarded as the greatest darts player of all time, and his autobiography is a candid account of his rise to the top. Born in London's East End,...

Zennor in Darkness by Helen Dunmore is a novel set in the Cornish coastal village of Zennor in 1917. The story follows Clare Coyne, a young artist, as she navigates her relationships with her cousin...

Reading Joshua offers a critical examination of one of the most challenging books in the Bible. Part of the Reading the Old Testament series, this commentary draws on the latest historical-critical...

Wildlife Ecology, Conservation, and Management by John M. Fryxell, Anthony R. E. Sinclair, and Graeme Caughley is a comprehensive textbook that brings together key concepts in wildlife ecology and...

The Geiger Deluxe Edition is a critically acclaimed hardcover collection from the acclaimed team of writer Geoff Johns and artist Gary Frank. Set 25 years from now, a nuclear war has ravaged the...

Sir John Cranston is invited to a banquet at the Regent's palace on the Thames, where he is challenged to solve a mysterious murder. The victim, found dead in the scarlet chamber of an Italian manor,...

Little St. John's Day in 1827 marked the beginning of a remarkable diary, written in the Irish language by Humphrey O'Sullivan. This diary, a testament to his courage and originality, offers a unique...

Ranked #41 on Spycast's list of the Top 50 Best Spy Novels, as voted for by real-life intelligence operatives. The Allies have landed, the liberation of Europe has begun. In the midst of this pivotal...

The Mammoth Book of Cover-Ups by Jon E. Lewis This book delves into some of the most infamous and enduring conspiracy theories of our time, exploring the alleged cover-ups behind major events such as...

A New York Times Notable Book of the Year, The Cloister Walk is a spiritual journey that explores the intersection of faith and everyday life. Poet Kathleen Norris's book is a personal and...

A gripping novel where past and present collide, The Falls is a powerfully gripping story by Ian Rankin. A student has gone missing in Edinburgh, and DI John Rebus is drawn into the case, sensing...

A unique collection of images created by illustrators from 28 countries explores the theme of human migration. Based on an exhibition at the Biennial of Illustration, Bratislava, in 2017, this book...

Detective Sergeant John Rebus is tasked with solving a series of gruesome murders in Edinburgh. Two girls have been abducted and brutally murdered, and now a third is missing. As Rebus delves deeper...

Rio Ferdinand: My Autobiography In this candid and introspective memoir, Rio Ferdinand shares his personal story, from his experiences as a footballer to his insights into the world of sports and...

The Social Organisation of Honeybees by John B. Free Discover the intricate social structure of honeybee colonies and how individual members interact to create a cohesive whole. This comprehensive...

Life in Victorian London's East End is far from straightforward for Hope Daniels. Her family's public house is a hub of activity, but beneath its cheerful facade, secrets and struggles simmer just...

The Message of Job Suffering and Grace by David John Atkinson explores the complex story of Job, who faces physical and emotional affliction. This study guides readers through the Book of Job to show...

Starting Over by Jack Sheffield is a heartwarming novel set in 1952, when life was simpler and community spirit was strong. Lily has just arrived at the village school as a new teacher, eager to...

The second epic fantasy in John Gwynne's Faithful and the Fallen series follows the tumultuous Banished Lands as war rages across the realm. High King Nathair leads his holy crusade, backed by Queen...

No Caption Needed explores the power of iconic photographs in shaping public culture and liberal democracy. Through close analysis of nine influential images, Robert Hariman and John Louis Lucaites...

The 1970s Wales Rugby Team: A Golden Age of Sporting Brilliance Between 1969 and 1979, the Welsh rugby team experienced an extraordinary period of success, winning or sharing eight Five Nations...

Calvin and the Whigs: A Study in Historical Political Theology by Ruben Alvarado explores the relationship between Calvinist political theory and John Locke's Two Treatises on Civil Government...

Doris Kearns Goodwin's latest book is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the 1960s. Drawing on her own life experiences as well as historical records, she weaves together biography,...

Dan Aykroyd's Elwood's Blues: Conversations with Blues Legends and Stars This entertaining collection brings together some of the most iconic names in blues and rock music, as interviewed by Dan...

Behind the scenes of the WWE, a world of chaos and surrealism awaits. Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz shares his untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years, featuring the biggest names...

The Pursuit of Happiness: A New Exploration of the Founders' Quest for Virtue In this thought-provoking book, Jeffrey Rosen delves into the lives of six influential Founders, exploring how their...

Dewdrops on a Lotus Leaf: Zen Poems of Ryokan is a collection of serene and contemplative verses by one of Japan's most beloved Zen poets. Born in 1758, Ryokan's life journey is beautifully captured...

Leonard Bernstein's life was one of enormous celebrity, but to his eldest daughter, Jamie, he was a complex and multifaceted man. In "Famous Father Girl", Jamie Bernstein offers a deeply intimate and...

The First Crossing: Alcock and Brown's 1919 Trans-Atlantic Flight In 1919, two Royal Air Force officers, Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown, achieved a remarkable feat, crossing...

Elizabeth of the Trinity: Her Life and Spirituality Elizabeth of the Trinity was a vibrant prophet of the presence of God, as described by Pope John Paul II. This book offers a compelling look into...

The Porsche 911, 1965-1989 is a comprehensive repair manual that provides detailed instructions and photographs for the DIY enthusiast and professional alike. Written by John Haynes, this manual is...

The Looming Tower: Al Qaeda's Road to 9/11 This book tells the full story of Al Qaeda, from its roots to the events of 9/11. It explores the lives of the people behind the organization, including...

Malice is an epic coming-of-age fantasy inspired by mythology and the Iron Age. In a world where the past still haunts the present, young Corban watches as boys become warriors, learning the art of...

The Boglehead's Guide to Investing is a straightforward guide to investing, based on the principles of John C. Bogle. It offers practical advice on how to invest successfully, highlighting the...

Elizabeth of Lancaster, sister to the future King Henry IV, has learned the shrewd tricks of the court from England's most powerful men. In a time of political turmoil, allegiance to family is...

A Marriage of Fortune by Anne O'Brien is a beautifully researched novel set in 15th-century England. Against the backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, the Paston family faces a desperate struggle to...

Memory and the Brain explores the fascinating psychology and neuroscience of human memory, from the very beginning of life to its end. Written by a world expert, John P. Aggleton, this book delves...

Bodies from the Library 6 brings together a diverse collection of lost and forgotten tales from the Golden Age of detection. This latest volume features an eclectic mix of stories by classic crime...

A Game of Thrones: The Illustrated Edition by George R. R. Martin is a lavishly illustrated special edition of the first book in the A Song of Ice and Fire series. Published to celebrate the...

The Secret History of the American Empire: The Truth About Economic Hit Men, Jackals, and How to Change the World In this thought-provoking exposé, John Perkins reveals the inner workings of the...

The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness and Greed In 1997, a shocking act of violence was committed in the heart of North America's last great forest. A British Columbia timber scout, driven...

Dancing on Eggshells Kitchen, Ballroom and the Messy Inbetween is a deeply personal memoir by John Whaite, winner of The Great British Bake Off and runner-up of Strictly Come Dancing. This nuanced...

When the Cold War's grip begins to loosen, Luke Daniels is tasked with finding the legendary library of Ivan the Terrible - a treasure that could hold the key to preventing a catastrophic threat from...

The Shaping of Middle-earth: The Quenta, the Ambarkanta and the Annals, Together with the Earliest 'Silmarillion' and the First Map by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. This fourth volume in The History of...

The Drop and the List by Mick Herron In the world of espionage, a drop is more than just a passing of secret information - it's a matter of life and death. For Solomon Dortmund, a retired spy,...

Under the Black Hat: My Life in the WWE and Beyond Legendary wrestling announcer Jim Ross shares a candid and colorful memoir about his inner workings in the WWE and the personal crises he weathered...

The Man-Eaters of Tsavo is a gripping account of a remarkable true story. Written by John Henry Patterson in 1907, the book recounts his experiences overseeing the construction of a railroad bridge...

Crow Culture: A New Perspective The influence of crows and ravens on human culture is well-documented, from ancient cave paintings to modern art. However, the authors of this book argue that the...

Alice Coltrane: A Musical Visionary Rediscovered Alice Coltrane (1937-2007) was a groundbreaking artist whose innovative music bridged genres and transcended time. For decades, she was overshadowed...

The Plantagenets: The Kings who Made England The Plantagenet dynasty, which ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century, was a complex and often tumultuous period in British history. From the...

Simon Winchester's Exactly How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World is a fascinating exploration of the origins of precision engineering and its impact on our daily lives. From the early...

Old Ireland in Colour is a stunning collection of colourised photographs that bring to life the history of Ireland and the Irish people. Using cutting-edge technology and meticulous research, John...

The Pop Art movement, which reached its peak in the 1960s, was a radical response to conventional approaches to art and culture. It challenged the very notion of what constitutes art, questioning the...

Three gripping novellas from the master of the legal thriller, John Grisham, are collected in this single volume. Appealing entertainment for fans of the genre, these stories showcase Grisham's skill...

Understanding Superhero Comic Books: A History of Key Elements, Creators, Events and Controversies This comprehensive study delves into the origins and evolution of superhero comic books, exploring...

A Christmas Bestiary is a guidebook to the horrors that await us during the darkest time of the year. Benni Bødker and John Kenn Mortensen have journeyed far and wide to catalog the most frightful...

The Magna Carta: The True Story Behind the Charter by David Starkey In 1215, a crisis in England led to a turning point in the country's history. King John's costly campaign to retake his ancestral...

Edmund Phelps is a leading figure in economics, known for his groundbreaking work on unemployment, inflation, and innovation. In "My Journeys in Economic Theory", he shares the story of his life's...

English Church Music, Volume 2: Canticles and Responses is a comprehensive collection of sacred choral music. This second volume in the Oxford Choral Classics series presents a diverse range of...

Robert J. Wagner's memoir is a poignant and introspective account of his life, love, and career in Hollywood. From his early days as a salaried actor to his rise alongside stars like Spencer Tracy...

The tranquil atmosphere of Barchester's cathedral town is shattered by a scandal involving the financial affairs of a church-run almshouse for elderly men. Septimus Harding, the well-meaning warden,...

Sherlock Holmes and the Shadwell Shadows is a gripping mystery novel that delves into the darker side of Victorian London. In 1880, Dr John Watson returns from Afghanistan with a traumatic experience...

The Haywire Heart: How Too Much Exercise Can Kill You, and What You Can Do to Protect Your Heart Excessive exercise can have devastating consequences for your heart. This comprehensive guide explores...

Caravan of No Despair: A Memoir of Loss and Transformation by Mirabai Starr The publication of Mirabai Starr's first book, a new translation of Dark Night of the Soul by Saint John of the Cross,...

Sherlock Holmes - 1888 Autumn of Blood: The Thames Torso Murders in the Shadow of Jack the Ripper In the late 19th century, London was gripped by a series of brutal murders that shocked the nation...

On a fateful day in Arizona, a man from the American Civil War finds himself transported to a distant world. In this secret cave, he is discovered by the inhabitants, who refer to their planet as...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's life is a fascinating tale of literary ambition, personal tragedy, and public service. This biography, written by John Dickson Carr, draws on extensive access to Doyle's...

Deep Time: A Literary History challenges the exclusive association between deep time and the modern science of geology by focusing on late Enlightenment writings that integrated new empirical data...

The world's most notorious serial killers are often shrouded in mystery, but this comprehensive encyclopedia sheds light on the darkest corners of human nature. With 150 in-depth profiles, this book...

Bernard Mandeville's provocative ideas sparked outrage and debate in 18th-century Europe. His most famous work, The Fable of the Bees, presented a humorous tale of a prosperous hive that traded vices...

Booster Gold: 52 Pick-Up (New Edition) by Geoff Johns and Jeff Katz is a key chapter in the new DC Universe film and television slate, as named by James Gunn. The story is the inspiration for the...

Test your knowledge of the club you love with this quirky and comprehensive quiz book. With 1000 questions in 100 categories, it's the perfect challenge for real Arsenal fans who want to enjoy and...

Victoria Jenkins's Visions of the Occult: An Untold Story of Art & Magic is a lavishly illustrated book that brings to light the hidden artworks and ephemera in the Tate Archive. The collection,...

Chess Openings for Kids by John Watson and Graham Burgess Discover the secrets of the chess masters with this comprehensive guide to the 50 most powerful openings. Learn how to position your pieces...

Dame Prue Leith's life story is one of incredible appetite for life. From her childhood in South Africa to becoming a DBE, she has lived a remarkable career as a cook, caterer, restaurateur, food...

Winds of Change by Diana K Robinson is a gripping novel set against the backdrop of the 1976 Rhodesian bush war. Seventeen-year-old Melonie Johns is abducted and held captive in a Mozambiquan...

The Lost World of Adam and Eve: Genesis 2-3 and the Human Origins Debate by John H. Walton explores the ancient Near Eastern context of Genesis 2-3, creating space for a faithful reading of Scripture...

Captain Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition to navigate the Canadian Arctic in 1845 remains one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries in British exploration history. A gripping account of this...

Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 40 is a gripping epic that explores the darker side of democracy. In the dystopian metropolis of Mega-City One, Judge Dredd serves as both judge and executioner,...

Charlie Parker investigates the darker side of human nature. A group of former soldiers has begun smuggling something sinister across the border between Maine and Canada. This illicit activity has...

Chemistry: A Comprehensive Introduction for Students and Non-Specialists. This textbook provides a complete course in chemical literacy, covering all core topics in organic, inorganic, and physical...

The Marchesa Casati: A Life of Unbridled Excess For nearly three decades, the Marchesa Luisa Casati was the epicenter of Europe's artistic and social scene. Her flamboyant style and unapologetic...

The Psychobiotic Revolution explores the groundbreaking connection between our gut health and mental wellbeing. Discover how a balanced microbiome can help prevent and treat a range of common...

The Right Stuff by Tom Wolfe tells the story of the inner world of the early astronauts, including John Glenn, Alan Shepard, Gus Grissom, and their confreres. With extraordinary powers of empathy,...

The Love That Dares: An Anthology of Queer Love Letters A poignant and intimate collection of letters that reveal the enduring power of queer love. This charming and moving anthology brings to life...

Charles Dickens' Martin Chuzzlewit is a comic masterpiece that explores the complexities of family relationships and the consequences of one's actions. The story follows young Martin Chuzzlewit, who...

John Drane's Introducing the Old Testament provides a comprehensive and authoritative survey of the subject, offering a fresh perspective on the Old Testament and its world. This new edition has been...

The Shortest History of India by John Zubrzycki Spanning five millennia, this concise history of India brings together a diverse cast of characters, from legendary figures like Gautama Buddha and...

Sir John Pryce of Newtown Hall's unusual burial practice has become a lasting part of Welsh history. His embalmed first two wives were kept on either side of his bed until his third wife insisted on...

The Puerto Rican War is a powerful and poignant graphic history that brings to light a pivotal moment in American history. Rendered in beautifully carved wood blocks and accompanied by historical...