396 results for 'Bloomsbury'

Great Ways to Learn Anatomy and Physiology is an engaging study guide that brings complex processes to life with imaginative diagrams and storylines. This user-friendly text offers innovative...

Fully revamped and expanded, this second edition offers a complete introduction to the art and craft of writing poetry. It maps out 38 foundational elements of poetry, including image, line, point of...

This collection of essays by renowned American playwright and essayist David Mamet explores the power and importance of drama. In three tightly woven pieces, Mamet examines the connection between art...

Aesthetics and Nature: The Appreciation of Natural Beauty and the Environment by Glenn Parsons explores how our experience of natural beauty informs our relationship with the environment. This second...

Two seminal lectures by Martin Heidegger bring together a breakthrough moment in his thought and introduce major themes that would shape his magnum opus, Being and Time.This collection of essays...

Roots for Radicals: A Guide to Community Activism and Lasting Change. This book offers a fundamental framework for community activism, developed by its author over many years. It provides practical...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume II: The New World by Sir Winston S. Churchill and Winston Churchill is a comprehensive history spanning centuries of British influence abroad and...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume III: The Age of Revolution by Sir Winston S. Churchill and Winston Churchill is a comprehensive history spanning centuries, from Caesar's invasion of...

The Pocket Guide to the Bumblebees of Great Britain and Ireland is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the naturally occurring species of bumblebee found in the British Isles.Featuring stunning...

Beyond the Chains of Illusion: My Encounter with Marx and FreudThis landmark book by Erich Fromm offers new ways of understanding the individual and society through original readings of Marx and...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume IV: The Great DemocraciesThis comprehensive history spans centuries and continents, tracing the development of two great democracies from their early...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Volume I: The Birth of Britain by Sir Winston S. Churchill and Winston Churchill is a comprehensive history spanning centuries, from Caesar's invasion to the...

A comprehensive photographic guide to Britain's and Western Europe's dragonflies and damselflies is presented in this visually impressive encyclopedia. With keys, first-class photography, and...

Karl Marx's Concept of Man Including 'Economic and Philosophical Manuscripts' is a collection of philosophical writings that presents a humanist perspective. Erich Fromm, who published this work in...

Scientific research should be interesting and exciting. When you finally get your data and, even better - it makes sense! This book provides guidance on how to make the most of your research...

The Hoverflies of Britain and North-west Europe Photographic Guide is a comprehensive field guide to these fascinating insects. With over 400 species documented, it's an essential resource for anyone...

A New Philosophy of Society by Manuel DeLanda offers a thought-provoking exploration of social complexity in contemporary society. DeLanda proposes a novel approach to understanding social entities,...

Develop your Arabic skills with this engaging activity book, designed to increase confidence in reading and writing. Written by expert authors, it's perfect for beginners looking to practice...

Jewish Comics and Graphic Narratives: A Critical Guide explores the diverse facets of Jewish graphic storytelling, mapping its history, impact, key critical issues, and seminal texts. This...

Research Methods for Understanding Professional Learning provides a framework for developing research methods and tools to investigate practice in education. The experienced author team introduces a...

Christianity in the Later Roman Empire: A SourcebookThis collection brings together key writings from one of the most pivotal periods in Christian Europe's history. From the Great Persecution under...

Soccermatics: Mathematical Adventures in the Beautiful Game by David Sumpter brings a fresh perspective to the world of soccer. By exploring the sport's inherent mathematical structure, Sumpter...

This full-color activity and sticker book is a fun celebration of a flower girl's preparations for a special wedding day. With over 300 reusable stickers, you can create your own unique activities...

A Critical Introduction to the Metaphysics of Modality by Andrea Borghini provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary theories of possibility, placing them within an historical context. The...

A History of the English-Speaking Peoples: One Volume Abridged Edition by Sir Winston S. Churchill Spanning from Caesar's invasion of Britain to the birth of the twentieth century, this one-volume...

Lydia Lopokova: A Star of Two Worlds Born in 1891, Lydia Lopokova lived a life that spanned art and politics, war and revolution. Her vivacious personality and charm propelled her to the top of...

The Semiotics of Emoji: Understanding the Rise of Visual Language in the Internet Age. Emoji have become an integral part of internet communication, with their use spreading rapidly across the web...

Developing Critical Thinking Skills is essential for students seeking to achieve good grades at university. This step-by-step guide breaks down complex subjects into easy-to-understand blocks,...

Introducing Maori Philosophy: Indigenous Thinking from Aotearoa. This concise introduction to Maori philosophy explores the symbolic systems and worldviews of New Zealand's Indigenous peoples,...

Exploring sacred mountains around the world, this book examines the complex relationships between humans and mountains. It considers whether reverence for a mountain is an intrinsic aspect of the...

Environmental and Nature Writing: A Writer's Guide and Anthology offers a comprehensive introduction to writing about the environment in various genres. This guide covers topics such as the history...

A Political Philosophy of Conservatism: Prudence, Moderation and Tradition by Ferenc Hörcher This book brings prudence back into the centre of political philosophical discussion, assessing how far...

Research Methods for Social Justice and Equity in Education provides a comprehensive understanding of key concepts that can be applied to develop practical research strategies making a positive...

Advanced Creative Nonfiction: A Writers' Guide and Anthology offers expert instruction on writing creative nonfiction in a rapidly evolving literary art form. This comprehensive guide covers a range...

Angela Davis: A Life Shaped by Context. Joy James explores the complex networks and ideologies that formed Angela Davis's public persona, tracing her journey from birth in Alabama to her rise as an...

Religion, Power, and the Rise of Shinto in Early Modern Japan by Stefan Köck, Brigitte Pickl-Kolaczia, and Bernhard Scheid sheds new light on the complex relationship between religion and state in...

The Visual Language of Comics: Introduction to the Structure and Cognition of Sequential Images by Neil Cohn. This groundbreaking work presents a provocative theory that drawings and sequential...

The War in the Air Over the Western Front 1914-18 Aces High is a vivid chronicle of aerial warfare during five turbulent years. In this period, fighter pilots lived in constant fear of being shot...

The Boer War: London to Ladysmith Via Pretoria and Ian Hamilton's MarchThis collection brings together two key despatches by Winston Churchill, published during his time as a war correspondent in...

The D-Day Landing on Gold Beach 6 June 1944 by Andrew Holborn The largest amphibious invasion in history took place on 6 June 1944, with five sectors of the French coast being targeted. This study...

Introduce your little one to the joys of bathtime with this engaging board book. Featuring beautiful illustrations and eye-catching foil design, it's perfect for helping your baby learn their first...

The Field Guide to Mammals of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the region's diverse mammal population. With over 125 colour plates and 650...

The second edition of this comprehensive guide to micro-moths in Great Britain and Ireland is now available. Written by experts in the field, it provides detailed information on all 1,300 species...

A Practical Guide to World Philosophies Selves, Worlds, and Ways of Knowing by Monika Kirloskar-Steinbach and Leah Kalmanson provides a unique approach to understanding fundamental questions about...

Queer Data: Using Gender, Sex and Sexuality Data for ActionThis important book explores the role of data in understanding and addressing queer issues. It examines why collecting and analysing data...

The second edition of this comprehensive guide to the micro-moths of Great Britain and Ireland has been extensively revised and expanded. Written by a team of expert moth enthusiasts, this book...

The Trouble With Big Data: How Datafication Displaces Cultural Practices by Jennifer Edmond, Nicola Horsley, Jörg Lehmann and Mike Priddy explores the challenges posed by big data through a cultural...

An Anthology of British Neo-Latin Literature by Gesine Manuwald, L. B. T. Houghton and Lucy R. Nicholas offers a comprehensive collection of Latin texts from the British Isles between 1500 and 1800...

The Governance of British Higher Education: The Impact of Governmental, Financial and Market PressuresThis book provides a new account of the changing face of governance in British higher education...

An Anthology of European Neo-Latin Literature by Gesine Manuwald, Daniel Hadas, and Lucy R. Nicholas is a comprehensive collection of writings in Neo-Latin, a literary medium that flourished in...

The Army in British India From Colonial Warfare to Total War 1857 - 1947 by Kaushik Roy This book examines the combat effectiveness of the army in British India from the mutiny of 1857 until the...

Law and the Russian State: A 350-Year Evolution of Power and Law The Russian state has played a significant role in shaping law as an instrument of power, despite its often-regressive reputation...

Louisa May Alcott, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Margaret Fuller, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Henry David Thoreau: Their Lives, Their Loves, Their Work by Susan Cheever is a biography that explores the lives of...

This edition of Emily Dickinson's poems is part of Everyman's Library, a series of small, handsome hardcover volumes devoted to the world's great poets. With 256 pages, it offers more space for...

Frances Partridge: the last survivor of the Bloomsbury group - the authorised biography. This is the remarkable story of Frances Partridge, one of the great British diarists of the 20th century. Born...

Bloomsbury Activity and Sticker Books My KnightsJoin the knights on their valiant quests. This activity book features battles, invasions and dragon-slaying activities for every brave knight. With its...

Lady Ottoline Morrell was a woman of remarkable wit and courage, whose life was marked by a series of unlikely friendships and enduring relationships. This biography presents a fresh perspective on a...

When America Stopped Being Great: A History of the PresentBy Nick Bryant, Bloomsbury USA, 2022This personal and insightful history explores the decline of America and its impact on the country's...

A short play for one performer about all of it. This edition was published to coincide with the world premiere at the Royal Court in February 2020, performed by Kate O'Flynn.Written by Alistair...

Letters of Prayer: An Exchange on Prayer and FaithA thought-provoking exploration of prayer and faith, this book presents a unique exchange between two authors, Mark Allen and Ruth Burrows. Through...

Mary Midgley explores the idea that making moral judgements about others is wrong, and how this stance affects our attitudes to law, institutions, and daily life.The author examines diverse...

Creating A Role by Constantin Stanislavski In this third book in the influential series, Stanislavski explores the elaborate preparation an actor undergoes before performance. He delves into the...

Virginia Woolf and Vanessa Bell: A Very Close Conspiracy is a moving biography that explores the intricate relationship between two remarkably artistic women who jointly created the Bloomsbury Group...

At Greyfields nuclear power plant, something is amiss. MI5 has brought in special agents Tom and Zilla to uncover the truth.As they try to get closer to their target, they find themselves at odds...

Lift the flap to discover the exciting world of Olobob Top. This engaging board book introduces young children to shapes and sizes in a fun and interactive way. The Olobobs, with their unique shapes...

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, 2018, 64 pages, hardcover, EnglishDiscover the rich heritage of London's most iconic buildings through stunning original architectural drawings from The National Archives,...

Lift and Look at Kew's Amazing Flowers and Plants. Discover the wonders of the greenhouse, where sunflowers and roses grow. Lift the flaps to explore the world under the flowers, and find out what's...

Meet Cat Morgan, a swashbuckling pirate who's traded in his life at sea for a quieter existence. Now, he spends his days lounging in Bloomsbury Square, enjoying the finer things in life.This charming...

The Last Royal Rebel: The Life and Death of James, Duke of MonmouthBy Anna Keay, Bloomsbury, 462 pages, paperback.This biography paints a vivid picture of the tumultuous Restoration era, focusing on...

New Monologues for Women features forty original monologues from plays published by Bloomsbury Methuen Drama. Edited by Geoffrey Colman, this collection is ideal for drama students and recent...

Georgian London: The West End explores the emergence and growth of this iconic urban landscape. From its beginning to its Renaissance planning and architectural concepts, this beautifully illustrated...

Virginia Woolf: A Life ReimaginedHermione Lee offers a fresh perspective on Virginia Woolf's life, exploring her historical context and the complex questions that continue to fascinate us today.This...

The busy bees are buzzing! Discover all about honey bees and their fascinating world. Lift the flaps to learn what they do best, how they live, and even meet the queen bee. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew...

The Trench by Oliver Lansley is a new play inspired by the true story of a miner who became entombed in a tunnel during World War One. As he struggles to survive, he discovers another world beneath...

The Architecture of Psychoanalysis: Spaces of TransitionBy Jane Rendell, Bloomsbury Academic, 2024This thought-provoking book explores how architectural space is used in psychoanalysis. Rendell...

This groundbreaking biography presents Vivien Eliot's life and writings in two comprehensive sections. Drawing from a rich repository of primary evidence, it sets the record straight on one of...

Jack and the Jungle: a Bloomsbury Young Reader Purple Book BandA young boy's ordinary day takes an extraordinary turn when he meets his mysterious neighbour, who reveals a whole jungle next door. As...

This introduction to Virginia Woolf's life and works provides a clear and informative overview of her literary context and major writings. From her novels and short stories to her essays and...

Forty-one False Starts: Essays on Artists and WritersA collection of essays that explore the complex relationships between art, biography, and the human experience. Janet Malcolm's insightful...

When Maya's little brother Ethan tries to kayak to Black Rock, she knows she has to act fast to save him. Believing his stories about the Sea Wolf are just that - stories - but also knowing the sea...

Tough Broad: From Boogie Boarding to Wing Walking - How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We AgeBy Caroline Paul, Bloomsbury USA. This inspiring exploration delves into the science and...

First published in 1928, Day's End and Other Stories is H.E. Bates's debut short story collection, showcasing his distinctive writing style and youthful perspective.This charming collection explores...

This volume is part of Everyman's Library, a new series of small, handsome hardcover volumes devoted to the world's great poets. With twice as many pages as Bloomsbury Classics' editions, these books...

Quentin Bell's biography of Virginia Woolf is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of her life and work.Originally published in two volumes, this acclaimed biography delves into Virginia...

Awkward Conversations with Animals I've F*cked by Rob Hayes is a humorous and irreverent exploration of one-night stands gone wrong. When Bobby's desires are met by animals, the conversations that...

A delightful comedy set in 1930s France, Hot Water follows J. Wellington Gedge as he navigates his complicated life and the imperious wishes of those around him.With a cast of characters that...

Thatcher by E. H. H. Green is a scholarly study that examines Margaret Thatcher's place in world history, covering her career both domestically and internationally. This book makes full use of the...

Yerma is a powerful and haunting play that explores the struggles of rural life in Spain. Written by Federico Garcia Lorca, it is part of his 'rural trilogy', a collection of plays that delve into...

Leonard Woolf: A Biography by Victoria Glendinning is a meticulously researched and compassionate portrait of a complex individual. This biography delves into Leonard's troubled relationship with his...

The Convert by Danai Gurira tells the story of a young Shona girl who escapes an arranged marriage by converting to Christianity. She becomes a servant and student to an African Evangelical, but is...

Skateboarding and the City: A Complete History By Iain Borden, Bloomsbury Academic, 2019 This comprehensive history explores the evolution of skateboarding from its surf-beach roots in California to...

First performed in 1935, Freshwater is a comedic farce based on the life of Julia Margaret Cameron, a famous Victorian photographer. The play was staged at Vanessa Bell's London studio as part of...

Don't Look Now by Mark Sanderson is a study that confirmed director Nicolas Roeg as one of the most stylish and innovative British directors of the postwar period. Published in 2012, this new edition...

The French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars: Strategies for a World War By Jeremy Black Bloomsbury Academic, 2022 This groundbreaking book reinterprets the strategic contexts and strategies involved...

A powerful and intimate play about family love in our times. Three families from different backgrounds are brought together in cramped temporary accommodation, forcing them to confront their personal...

Gerald Brenan's South from Granada is a vivid account of his time in a remote Spanish village between 1920 and 1934. The book is a rich tapestry of landscapes, festivals, folk-lore, and the daily...

The Gryffindor Edition of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is a special anniversary edition of J.K. Rowling's beloved novel. Featuring gorgeous house-themed cover art and interior line...

Bodies of Water: A Posthuman Feminist Phenomenology by Astrida Neimanis explores the cultural and philosophical implications of our connection to water. This innovative study brings a new feminist...

The OCR Anthology for Classical Greek AS and A Level is an official publication from Bloomsbury Academic, endorsed by OCR for use in the Greek AS and A-Level curriculum. This comprehensive anthology...

A novel about money and love, set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in history. In 2006, at the end of the 'money-for-nothing years', two people meet at a wedding in London. Their lives are...