1535 results for 'Francis, Felix'

The Swamp Fox Francis Marion's Campaign in the Carolinas 1780 by David R. Higgins is a detailed account of the guerrilla war waged by American patriots under Francis Marion against British forces in...

Discover the extraordinary life of Captain Sir Richard Francis Burton, a man whose real-life accomplishments are the stuff of legend. This gripping biography, first published as a New York Times...

The Path to Paradise: A Francis Ford Coppola Story by Sam Wasson A captivating account of the legendary director's decades-long quest to reinvent American filmmaking. With hundreds of interviews...

Austen Ivereigh's Wounded Shepherd offers a deeply contextual portrait of Pope Francis, exploring the tensions within the Vatican as he attempts to reshape the Church. The pope's efforts to turn the...

Find peace and meaning in the midst of the holiday season with this daily guide to Advent and Christmas wisdom from Saint Francis of Assisi.This book offers a moment of reflection, featuring daily...

The Italian Wars Volume 3 - Francis I and the Battle of Pavia 1525 by Massimo Predonzani and Vincenzo Alberici In February 1525, two powerful armies clashed under the walls of Pavia. The young King...

Mystics and Misfits: Meeting God Through St. Francis and Other Unlikely Saints by Christiana N Peterson explores the everyday struggles and unique hardships of community life through the lens of...

Sir Francis Drake's audacious journey around the world in 1580 was a pivotal moment in history. With Queen Elizabeth I's covert orders, he became the first captain to successfully circumnavigate the...

Francis Parker Yockey's collected writings offer a unique perspective on politics and philosophy. This anthology brings together essays, correspondence, and previously unpublished archival...

Francis Benali: A Life of Endurance and Dedication Francis 'Franny' Benali's remarkable story is one of unwavering commitment to his craft, both on and off the football pitch. With nearly 400 games...

St. Francis Solano, a remarkable figure in the history of the New World, was known for his extraordinary abilities as a confessor and his unwavering dedication to his faith. In the midst of a city in...

Detailed period photographs from the Francis Frith archive are collected in this volume, accompanied by extended captions and a full introduction. Suitable for those interested in local history,...

Arabia Felix: The Annotated Account of the First Crossing of the Rub Al Khali Desert in 1930In 1930, British explorer Bertram Thomas embarked on an epic journey to become the first non-Arab to...

St. Francis of Assisi His Life, Teachings, and Practice offers a simple and universal introduction to the life and teachings of one of Christianity's most revered figures.Author Jon M. Sweeney...

Francis Bacon's Major Works brings together an extensive collection of his writing, including his major prose and 16 other pieces not previously available. This authoritative edition provides a...

This collection of letters offers a unique insight into life in late Victorian Weardale. Written by Francis Vickers to his cousins who had emigrated to Canada, these letters provide a fascinating...

The Mad Lover, a Tragi-Comedy; The Works of Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher (3 of 10) is a significant work in literary history, preserved for future generations through its modern republication...

The Last Pope? Money, Masons and Occultism in the Decline of the Catholic Church by Leo Lyon Zagami explores the recent scandals within the Catholic Church and delves into prophecies about the end of...

Francis Barber's remarkable journey from slavery to literary prominence is revealed in this compelling biography. Born in Jamaica, Barber was brought to London by his owner in 1750 and became a...

Benedict's Peace to Francis's War: Catholics Respond to Traditionis CustodesAn anthology of 70 essays and articles from prominent prelates, theologians, philosophers, and cultural figures offers a...

Letters & Memoirs of Sir Richard Francis Burton Volume 3 1887-1924 is a collection of correspondence and reminiscences by Sir Richard Francis Burton, one of the most fascinating figures in Victorian...

Francis Bacon's most memorable aphorisms are gathered in this volume, offering a brilliant accompaniment to his works. Assembled by his long-time friend and chronicler, these sayings convey a...

The Visitors' Book In Francis Bacon's Shadow: The Lives of Richard Chopping and Denis Wirth-Miller by Jon Lys Turner is an extraordinary insight into the lives of two men who defied convention in...

The U-2 Incident: A New Perspective Francis Gary Powers Jr. and Keith Dunnavant present a fresh account of the life of Francis Gary Powers, the pilot whose capture in 1960 sparked an international...

Francis Crozier was a major figure in the epic quests of nineteenth-century Polar exploration. His remarkable story encompasses six daring voyages to the world's most hostile regions and...

A biography of St. Francis of Assisi that explores his decision to leave behind wealth and live a life of sacrifice.Discover the story of this remarkable individual who chose to give up material...

Blimey!: From Bohemia to Britpop : The London Artworld from Francis Bacon to Damien Hirst Discover the fascinating story of the London art world, spanning over six decades. This engaging book takes...

Sir Francis Drake: The Queen's Pirate tells the remarkable story of Drake's early years and his journey around the world on his famous ship, the Golden Hind. Born into a poor family, he worked his...

Francis Fukuyama's The End of History and the Last Man presents a thought-provoking analysis of the end of the Cold War and its implications for modern history. By applying the philosophical ideas of...

A Path of Mastery: Lessons on Wing Chun and LifeLearn from one of the world's top Wing Chun instructors and martial artists, Sifu Francis Fong. This comprehensive guide offers valuable insights into...

Cardinal Francis E. George was a man of unwavering commitment to his faith and his community. Born with a physical disability resulting from polio, he defied expectations to become a priest in 1963...

The Apostolic Constitution "Preach the Gospel" (Praedicate Evangelium) is a significant legislative act promulgated by Pope Francis since his election in 2013. This book presents the full text of the...

The Secret of Life: Rosalind Franklin, James Watson, Francis Crick, and the Discovery of DNA's Double Helix A gripping story of genius, perseverance, and the darker side of science. In 1953, James...

The Divine Comedy is an allegorical tale regarding man's search for divinity. Written in Italian and translated into English verse by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, this masterpiece follows a journey...

The Way of St Francis: Via Di Francesco From Florence to Assisi and RomeThis 518km pilgrimage route through Italy's Tuscany and Umbria is suitable for reasonably fit walkers, taking around 1 month to...

Catholicism: A Global History from the French Revolution to Pope Francis explores the complex and often conflicting forces that have shaped the world's largest international institution over the past...

The Love Letters of St. Francis and St. Clare of Assisi is a historical fiction novel that explores the journey of two great saints who changed the world. This book is a love story that delves into...

Sid Halley has long since retired from investigating suspicious race results. Years ago, he swore off the job, but when Sir Richard Stewart, the racing authority chairman, demands his help with an...

Bert Checkov's confession to James Tyrone has sent shockwaves through Fleet Street. Five minutes later, Checkov is dead, and Tyrone is left with more questions than answers. As he digs deeper into...

Sid Halley thought he'd left his past behind. Six years after retiring as a private investigator, he's built a new life with his wife and daughter. But when Sir Richard Stewart, the chairman of the...

Daphne du Maurier's biography of Francis Bacon is a vivid and engaging portrait of a remarkable personality. By drawing on extracts from contemporary documents and Bacon's own writings, du Maurier...

When amateur photographer Philip Nore stumbles upon a dark secret at his friend's funeral, he unwittingly becomes embroiled in a thrilling mystery. George Millace, a photographer with a talent for...

Charles Todd, a successful artist who paints horses, arrives at his cousin Donald's house to find a gruesome scene: police cars everywhere, his cousin arrested for murder and Donald's wife brutally...

Steeplechase jockey Kit Fielding has just ridden another winner for his patron. However, when his sister Holly arrives with distressing news, he is forced to put aside their long-standing feud. A...

Jockey Kit Fielding's life is complicated. His patron, Princess Casilia, needs his help with a crisis - her husband is being blackmailed by a ruthless business partner who wants to use their firm for...

When £5 million of the bank's money is invested in a champion racing stallion stud, Tim Ekaterin takes a significant risk. But when the resulting foals are found to have birth defects, his suspicions...

When life as a writer becomes a struggle, John Kendall is approached by notorious racehorse trainer Tremayne Vickers to write his biography. Kendall accepts the offer, hoping it will be a lucrative...

Set against the backdrop of sixteenth-century court life, this book tells the story of two rival courts: that of England and France during the reigns of Henry VIII and Francis I. Against the...

Francis Lovell, Richard III's trusted friend and advisor, played a pivotal role in the tumultuous years following the king's death at Bosworth. As King Chamberlain and Knight of the Garter, Lovell...

The All-Russian Extraordinary Commission: A History of Russia's Secret Intelligence Services The success of Communism in 1923 Russia was not solely due to Lenin's oratory, but rather the formation of...

Sir Francis Walsingham was a man of contradictions - a pious Puritan who served as England's first spymaster. Behind the scenes, he worked tirelessly to foil plots and outwit enemies, earning the...

This comprehensive guide to vintage Barbie dolls presents over 1,200 full-color photographs showcasing the evolution of Barbie and her family from 1959 to 1972. With meticulous attention to detail,...

Jonah Dereham's quiet life as a bloodstock agent is shattered when he's attacked by thugs out to sabotage his business. Determined to find out who's behind the threats, Jonah sets out on a perilous...

A gripping saga of love, longing and manipulation set against the backdrop of 19th-century England. Thomas Marsh's life is turned upside down when he meets Isabel Cavendish, a beautiful and...

Molly's life at Woodchurch Manor seems set to settle into happy contentment, but her estranged half-sister Harriet has other plans. A long-held secret is revealed in front of the whole family,...

When his racing career ended in injury, Sid Halley turned to a new challenge: private detective work. Now, as he recovers from a bullet wound, he's drawn into a complex case involving Seabury...

When Malcolm Pembroke's fifth wife is murdered, he turns to his favourite son Ian for help. This sets off a thrilling race against time as they track down the killer.The investigation takes them to...

A mystery unfolds when a jockey inherits his brother's business and estate after a tragic death. Steeplechase jockey Derek Franklin finds himself in a precarious situation, with more than just his...

Francis Cardozo's remarkable life is a testament to the power of determination and perseverance. Born to a formerly enslaved African American mother and a white Jewish father in antebellum South...

This Franciscan breviary offers a daily meditation plan, drawing from the Early Documents series. It provides a structured approach to prayer and reflection throughout the year.Selected passages are...

Francis Norman 'Norm' Crouch's passion for flying began at a young age, sparked by his first glimpse of an airplane. This fascination led him to become a trainee pilot in the RAAF, where he developed...

Sophocles' masterful tragedies are presented in this collection of three plays. Written in the 5th century BC, these works showcase the enduring power of ancient Greek drama. The "Theban" plays -...

Lark Winters wants to be a writer, and for now that means posting anything and everything on their social media accounts - just to build their platform. When Kasim accidentally posts a thread...

The Secret of Life: A story of genius and perseverance, but also one of cronyism, misogyny, anti-Semitism, and misconduct. In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick's discovery of the double helix...

Dominique Bondy's artistic oeuvre spans multiple mediums and styles, including pen and ink drawings, surrealistic collages, and paintings in an art brut style. This first comprehensive book about her...

Sid knows the perils of racing all too well, but in his day jockeys didn't usually cross the finish line with three .38 rounds in the chest. This is the grim discovery that leads to a quest for...

Thomas More's Utopia, Francis Bacon's New Atlantis and Henry Neville's The Isle of Pines offer three distinct visions of alternative societies. Utopia, first published in 1516, is a scathing critique...

Francis Beaumont & John Fletcher: A Collaboration of Genius The collaboration between Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher is one of the most celebrated in English drama. During the reign of James I,...

Daniel Roke's life is one of hard work and desperation for excitement. When he's approached by the Earl of October with an offer to pose as a stable lad at a prestigious English racing estate, Daniel...

Discover the 60-year history of the National Catholic Reporter Publishing Company, a nonprofit that has served as the leading independent Catholic news source. From the Second Vatican Council to the...

Discover your royal heritage with this in-depth family history. Reverend Francis Marbury's descendants are connected to some of Europe's most influential monarchs, including William the Conqueror and...

Francis Bourgeois' The Trainspotter's Notebook is a heartwarming and hilarious memoir that shares his greatest trainspotting adventures across Britain. With his infectious passion and joy, Francis...

Britain's health service is facing unprecedented challenges. Gavin Francis explores the reasons behind its decline and argues that it's not too late to fight for its future. Drawing on the NHS's...

Francis Beaumont and John Fletcher's collaboration is one of the most celebrated in English literature. During the reign of James I (1603), these two dramatists began writing together, initially as...

A magisterial history of the Catholic Church's complex role in modern history spans centuries and continents. John T. McGreevy chronicles the dramatic upheavals and internal divisions that have...

Felix Dennis shares his insights on how to acquire wealth, believing that anyone with reasonable intelligence can become rich with sufficient motivation and application. This book distils his...

This collection presents ten plays by three leading women playwrights of Spain's Golden Age. It includes four comic interludes, a full-length comedy with dramatic stage effects, and five short...

Britain in the Middle Ages: An Archaeological History by Francis Pryor The Middle Ages are often seen as a period of stagnation, but archaeology reveals a more dynamic and transformative time...

Pope Francis' autobiography, HOPE, is a revelatory and intimate account of his life, from his childhood in Buenos Aires to his papacy and beyond. With candour and reflection, he shares his personal...

Old Moore's Almanac 2024 by Francis Moore Published in June 2023, this annual almanac provides a comprehensive guide to the year ahead, covering topics such as astrology, weather forecasts, and...

Pope Francis' manifesto for the happiness of every man and woman. God planted happiness in the souls of each of us. God wants us to be happy. But so many of us have misunderstood what this means, and...

Recovery: The Lost Art of Convalescence is a thought-provoking exploration of the journey towards healing and recovery. GP Gavin Francis shares his insights on the complexities of convalescence and...

The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief by Francis S. Collins Dr Francis S Collins, a leading scientist, shares his personal journey from atheism to faith, and explores how...

The online marketplace River is a fascinating account of the region's history and culture. Sangma Francis explores the complex and often tumultuous past of the online marketplace region, shedding...

Felix Dennis shares his unorthodox approach to success in this straightforward guide to entrepreneurship. Born with no family money, Dennis built a publishing empire and became one of the richest...

Dare to Sketch: A Guide to Drawing on the Go Discover the joy of sketching and drawing with this inspiring and instructional guide. Filled with practical tips and wisdom, Felix Scheinberger shares...

Britain B.C. Life in Britain and Ireland Before the Romans by Francis Pryor A fresh perspective on the history of Ancient Britain and Ireland is offered in this groundbreaking book. Francis Pryor...

Bloodline by Felix Francis is a gripping mystery novel that delves into the world of horse racing. When Mark Shillingford's sister Clare comes in third place, he becomes suspicious about her...

Westward Ho! is a historical novel by Charles Kingsley, set in 16th-century England and based on the adventures of Elizabethan corsair Amyas Preston. The story follows Amyas as he sets sail with Sir...

Pope Francis' debut memoir offers a deeply personal and historical account of his life, spanning eight decades of world-changing events. From his earliest years during World War II to the present...

Golden Hill, a novel by Francis Spufford, is set in New York in 1746. A handsome young stranger, Mr. Smith, arrives in the city, carrying an order for a large sum of money, but refuses to explain its...

David Torkington explores the story of a small group of secular Franciscans on pilgrimage in Italy, led by hermit Peter Calvay. This journey reveals how Christian spirituality is restored through...

Gamble by Felix Francis is a gripping thriller that delves into the cut-throat world of horse racing. When financial adviser Herb Kovak is shot dead, Nick Foxton finds himself at the centre of...

Liberalism and Its Discontents by Francis Fukuyama A defence of liberalism by a renowned political philosopher, this book offers a thought-provoking exploration of the concept's strengths and...

Tear down unholy altars and close the enemy's entryways into your life. Dr. Francis Myles teaches you to break free from many areas of sin and bondage by praying through a framework of "dangerous...

Issuing Divine Restraining Orders from the Courts of Heaven Restricting and Revoking the Plans of the EnemyDr. Francis Myles invites you to enter Heaven's courtrooms and release divine restraining...

Cold Harbour / Sinister House is a chilling tale of psychological horror. Written by Francis Brett Young and Leland Hall, this novella explores the darker aspects of human nature, delving into themes...

Red Plenty is a fascinating account of the Soviet Union's brief period of economic prosperity in the late 1950s. Francis Spufford explores the era when, under Nikita Khrushchev's leadership, the...

Mathematics for Human Flourishing by Francis Edward Su is a profound exploration of the subject's beauty, humanity, and power to build virtues that help us flourish. The book weaves parables,...

Old Moore's Almanac 2025 by Francis Moore Published in June 2024, Old Moore's Almanac 2025 is a comprehensive guide to the year ahead, covering topics such as astrology, horoscopes, and predictions...