925 results for 'Jacobs, Bethany'

A gripping new crime novel for 2020 is set in a peaceful village with a buried secret. When private investigator Carlos Jacobi spends Christmas with his sister, he uncovers the body of an elderly man...

Blindness has always been a part of life in Jacob's colony. The community lives by the philosophy of Truesight, which believes that blindness brings unity, purity and freedom. It is an exceptional...

A Lush and Seething Hell: Two Tales of Cosmic HorrorJohn Hornor Jacobs' critically-acclaimed masterful blend of psychological horror and supernatural suspense returns in this chilling collection...

The Jacobite Rebellion 1745-46 by Gregory Fremont-Barnes is an in-depth exploration of one of history's most complex and mythologized campaigns. This fully illustrated book dispels common myths...

Jacobitism and the English People, 1688-1788 by Paul Kleber Monod This study offers a comprehensive analysis of Jacobite activity in 17th and 18th-century England, exploring its impact on various...

Scotland, 1722, sets the stage for a dramatic tale of love, loyalty, and rebellion. On a remote island, an enigmatic poetess foretells tragedy for the Macdonalds of Clanranald, foreshadowing the...

A gripping new crime series from Dawn Brookes, The Bradgate Park Murders follows Carlos Jacobi as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths near Bradgate House, a location steeped in history. The...

In 1689, a young lawyer's body is discovered near Craigleith Quarry in Edinburgh. As tensions rise in the Highlands, an army led by Bonnie Dundee seeks to crush government forces and restore James...

Pests: How Humans Create Animal VillainsThis thought-provoking study explores why we categorise certain animals as pests and others not, revealing insights into our perceptions, beliefs and actions...

The Jacobite Rebellions: A Comprehensive Military History from Killiecrankie to Culloden This in-depth history provides a comprehensive account of the Jacobite rebellions, tracing the course of the...

The South: A History of Jim Crow and Its Afterlives By Adolph L. Reed Jr. This searing history blends personal memoir with historical accounts to capture the realities of life in the last decades of...

The Blazing UnicornA magical unicorn becomes the key to a young girl's wishes, but at a terrible cost. When Marie discovers a magical unicorn deep in the forest, she is granted three wishes. But her...

Jacob Cullen's world is turned upside down when his desire for freedom and connection leads him to take drastic action. As he flees his wedding feast with his new wife and brother, Jacob embarks on a...

Six sumptuous crewel birds to stitch in popular author Hazel Blomkamp's signature style. This latest title from National Geographic Books showcases six projects, each explained with detailed...

Discover the real story behind Scotland's fight for freedom during the 1745 Jacobite uprising. Shona Kinsella explores this pivotal moment in Scottish history, visiting key locations from the time...

Four Futures: Life After Capitalism by Peter Frase This thought-provoking book presents four potential futures for humanity after capitalism. Drawing on social science and speculative fiction, Peter...

Tragedies of the Jacobean era offer profound insights into the human experience. Written in a tumultuous time marked by scientific discovery and religious division, these plays reflect the anxieties...

Utopia or Bust: A Guide to the Present Crisis by Benjamin Kunkel is an introduction to contemporary critical theory that explores the ongoing crisis of capitalism. Written with wit and verve, this...

The United States Governed by Six Hundred Thousand Despots: A True Story of Slavery; A Rediscovered Narrative, with a Full Biography A groundbreaking narrative written by an ex-slave and ex-American,...

A gripping reimagining of the infamous Jacob Fagin, London's most gifted pickpocket and rogue. Allison Epstein brings a fresh perspective to the world of Charles Dickens, giving Fagin a soul, a...

Jacob's life has taken an unexpected turn. A disastrous night out led to his hockey career hitting rock bottom, forcing him to re-evaluate his options. Now, he's focused on playing well and staying...

The King Over the Water: A Complete History of the Jacobites A sweeping narrative that weaves together the complex and dramatic tale of the Jacobite movement in Scotland, England, and Ireland. From...

Playing the Whore: The Work of Sex Work challenges common assumptions about sex work and its treatment in society. Journalist Melissa Gira Grant, who has spent ten years writing and reporting on the...

Reminiscences of a Jacobite: The Untold Story of the Rising of 1745A previously unknown letter and memorandum by Bonnie Prince Charlie has shed new light on the Jacobite rising of 1745-46, revealing...

The Stealers' War by Stephen Hunt In a world torn apart by war and invasion, one man's quest for revenge could be the key to peace. Jacob Carneham seeks to lure his enemies into a trap, but at what...

Room 606: The SAS House and the Work of Arne JacobsenThis updated edition explores the midcentury design of Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen through the lens of a single hotel room, Room...

Blay thinks being an older brother is so uncool. His baby sister Bethany is boring, annoying, and very snotty. But when she's taken to hospital one night, Blay starts to worry. Maybe he does care...

The Psychotic Left: From Jacobin France to the Occupy Movement Kerry Bolton's insightful exploration of the pathology of the left reveals a disturbing pattern of narcissism and hypocrisy among its...

A gripping new crime novel from Dawn Brookes has arrived. When Carlos Jacobi arrives in the Peak District to spend Christmas with his sister, he's drawn into a mystery that will test his skills as a...

Henry Kissinger: A Legacy of War and Empire The life and legacy of Henry Kissinger continue to shape global politics. This collection offers a nuanced exploration of his impact, from his role in...

Edinburgh 2025. Six years after Brexit, the UK is facing a new challenge. To quell growing tensions, Westminster has appointed a Viceroy to run Scotland, deploying thousands of police from other...

The Jacobites: Britain and Europe, 1688-1788 This comprehensive survey of the Jacobite phenomenon offers a fresh interpretation of the movement's impact on the development of modern Britain and...

Discover the art of crewel embroidery with Hazel Blomkamp's latest collection. This stunning book features six iconic animal portraits, each brought to life through detailed step-by-step instructions...

The Battle of Glenshiel: A Forgotten Engagement The battle of Glenshiel, fought on 10 June 1719, is one of Scotland's most overlooked conflicts. This book offers a fresh perspective on this curious...

The Tyranny of Human Rights: From Jacobinism to the United Nations by Kerry R. Bolton explores the relationship between Enlightenment doctrines and the development of liberalism, highlighting the...

The Populist Moment: The Left After the Great Recession by Anton Jager and Arthur Borriello A wave of left-wing populist insurgencies swept across the West in the aftermath of the Great Financial...

Toussaint Louverture: A Black Jacobin in the Age of Revolutions by Charles Forsdick and Christian Høgsbjerg is a biography that explores the life of one of history's greatest anti-imperialist...

Latin America's experiments in direct democracy have been gaining momentum since 2011, with various movements expressing a commitment to radical democracy. In Venezuela, a mass rebellion by poor...

John Hornor Jacobs' Murder Ballads and Other Horrific Tales is a chilling collection of ten tales that delve into the darkest corners of the human heart. With masterful control, Jacobs exposes our...

Glenn "Kane" Jacobs' life story is one of unexpected twists and turns. From his days as a WWE superstar to his current role as Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, Jacobs has always been driven by a...

Katy Thatcher was fascinated by her father's work as the town doctor. She shared his curiosity about people and their stories. Katy's friendship with Jacob was built on quiet moments together,...

Lilith Healing the Wild by Tom Jacobs offers a unique perspective on the goddess Lilith and her role in our lives. After 6,000 years of imbalance between masculine and feminine energies, we are...

Confronting Capitalism: A Clear Map to Building a More Democratic Future Vivek Chibber provides a strategic guide to building a more democratic and egalitarian society. He explains how capitalism...

The Haitian Revolution was a world-historic event that had far-reaching consequences for both Haiti and its mainland neighbor, the United States. In 1804, when Haiti declared independence, the...

The Silver Tracks by Cornelia Funke is a story about two unlikely friends who find happiness in each other's company. However, their joy is short-lived as Jacob's long-lost brother Will appears,...

The Jacobite Trilogy is a captivating tale of love, adventure, and community, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous civil war. This trilogy, comprising The Flight of the Heron, The Gleam in the...

This collection of essays offers fresh perspectives on Jacobitism, exploring its significance in Scottish and Irish culture, as well as its impact across Europe during the century following 1688.The...

The Jacobites Britain and Europe, 1688-1788 by Daniel Szechi provides a comprehensive survey of the complex phenomenon of Jacobitism across three kingdoms. This in-depth analysis explores the...

Right from Wrong: My Story of Guilt and RedemptionAfter a single punch ended another man's life, Jacob Dunne was sentenced to prison for manslaughter and served 14 months. On his release, he...

In 1951, Jacob Hampton's life is turned upside down when he marries Naomi, an uneducated hotel maid from out of town. His wealthy parents disown him, leaving him to face the reality of his new life...

Four leading authors of erotic fiction bring together four new tales of passion and desire in this anthology. From the thrill of a romantic encounter to the excitement of a ménage à trois, these...

Harriet Jacobs's "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" is a powerful and poignant account of one woman's fight for survival under slavery. Written as a serial, its publication was halted due to its...

The Jacobite Rebellions (1689-1746) is a comprehensive account of the complex and tumultuous period in Scottish history. This book provides a detailed examination of the Jacobite risings, from the...

This fully illustrated book presents a collection of Jacobean embroidery examples, accompanied by commentary.With its rich historical context and detailed illustrations, this book provides a unique...

The U.S. government's investigation into mental powers and phenomena spans over four decades, with a team of scientists and psychics working on top-secret projects. Annie Jacobsen delves into the...

The Battle of Killiecrankie: The First Jacobite Campaign, 1689-1691 by Jonathan Oates In the late seventeenth century, Scotland's tumultuous history took a dramatic turn as the country grappled with...

The Jacobite '45: A Military Response in Crisis In the late summer of 1745, Charles Edward Stuart's last Jacobite Rising began, leaving the British Army ill-prepared to respond. With its most...

When Jesus WeptBrock and Bodie Thoene's powerful novel reimagines the story of Lazarus, the man Jesus raised from the dead. Living in Bethany near Jerusalem, Lazarus witnessed many significant events...

Emma Hunt has spent 15 years raising her two sons, Theo and Jacob, on her own, creating what she sees as a happy and stable life for them. However, when Jacob's tutor is found dead, suspicion begins...

Dora Fitz-Pennington and Dr Jacob Sandys are hired to investigate a death threat against Lord Elgin's Greek marbles. As they delve into London society, they uncover scandals and secrets among the...

This book offers a radical reinterpretation of the development of modernity through the concept of Jacobinism. It argues that the French Revolution was not just another step in the construction of...

Three Jacobean Witchcraft Plays: Sophonisba, The Witch, and The Witch of Edmonton This collection brings together three significant plays from the Jacobean period, which offer valuable insights into...

The Black Jacobins: Toussaint L'Ouverture and the San Domingo Revolution In 1791, a wave of revolt swept across the Caribbean, as enslaved people in San Domingo rose up against their oppressors...

The Pentagon's Brain: An Uncensored History of DARPA, America's Top-Secret Military Research Agency This is the first-ever history of the Defense Department's most secret and powerful military...

When Jacob Hornblower follows his brother back in time, he's determined to convince him to return home. However, his mission is soon forgotten as he becomes captivated by Liberty's sister, Sunny.A...

The Desolations of Devil's Acre is the epic conclusion to the Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series by Ransom Riggs. Jacob Portman and his friends face deadly enemies and navigate through...

The Way the Wind Blew: A History of the Weather Underground By Ron Jacobs In the early 1970s, the Weather Underground emerged as a powerful symbol of anti-war sentiment among young Americans. Their...

Quick Fixes Drugs in America from Prohibition to the 21st Century Binge by Benjamin Y. Fong explores how American society's relationship with psychoactive substances has evolved over time. Through...

This book sheds new light on the men who fought for the Stuarts in Scotland from 1689 to 1719, drawing on historical research and primary sources. I Am Minded to Rise explores the clothing, weapons,...

A gripping new crime novel from the global bestseller Cathy Glass writing as Lisa Stone. The Darkness Within is a spellbinding tale of a family's darkest fears. When critically ill Jacob Wilson is...

The Intimate Screen: Early British Television Drama By Jason Jacobs This book explores the formative period of British television drama, spanning from 1936 to 1955. It examines the evolution of early...

Nobel Prize-winning scientist François Jacob's groundbreaking book explores the fundamental feature of living things: heredity. Since the sixteenth century, our understanding of inherited traits has...

Discover the fascinating story of the Jacobite Risings in eighteenth-century Scotland. This fact-tastic account blends intriguing facts and exciting fiction to bring the most crucial moments of...

Every evening, when the sun sets and it's time for bed, Jacob the Sandman starts his work. But one night he oversleeps and wakes up late! Rushing to Dream Sand Hill, he finds a scary Night Monster...

The Web of Athenaeus by Christian Jacob is a fresh and unique reading of Athenaeus's Sophists at Dinner. This work provides a map to navigate the complex paths of this enormous text, exploring its...

Toward a Meaningful Life offers a spiritual roadmap for living based on the teachings of Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, a renowned religious leader. This book provides fresh perspectives on...

Art and Identity in Scotland: A Cultural History from 1745 to Walter Scott This cultural history of Scotland explores how Scottish identity was represented and experienced during a pivotal period in...

Beijing Rules: China's Quest for Global InfluenceBethany Allen reveals an insidious matrix of spying, deception, censorship and repression that has enabled China to support its two-decade quest for...

Embracing God's design for sex and purity can be a challenging pursuit in today's society. With constant temptations to conform, women may struggle with questions about their sexuality, such as the...

The Threat Revealing the Secret Alien Agenda by David M. Jacobs For decades, scientists have struggled to understand the mysterious phenomenon of alien abductions. Now, renowned expert Professor...

Harriet Jacobs's Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Written by Herself is a powerful and evocative account of her life as a slave in North Carolina. Between 1853 and 1858, she wrote this...

The Haunted Lake by Patrick James Lynch is a poignant and beautifully illustrated tale of love, loss, and hope. In this captivating story, Jacob's life is forever changed when he falls in love with...

Saudi America: The Truth about Fracking and how It's Changing the WorldInvestigative journalist Bethany McLean explores the impact of fracking on Wall Street, the economy, and geopolitics. She delves...

I Am More Than My Body: A Body Neutral JourneyDiscover a new approach to body image and self-care. Bethany C. Meyers shares their own story and the experiences of experts and activists, introducing a...

Every Word You Never Said by Jordon Greene is a heartwarming young adult romance that explores themes of first love, self-acceptance, and standing up for what you believe.The story follows Jacob...

The Auschwitz Escape by Joel C. Rosenberg is a heart-pounding tale of survival and resistance set against the backdrop of World War II.When Jacob Weisz's life is turned upside down, he joins an...

In Sickness, in Health ... and in Jail: What Happened When My Husband Unexpectedly Went to Prison for Two Years by Mel Jacob. When life takes an unexpected turn, families are often left reeling. For...

A.J. Jacobs embarks on a fascinating journey to understand the enduring power of puzzles, exploring why we love them and what they do to our brains.From crosswords to jigsaws, mazes, riddles, and...

The Match by Sarah Adams is a heartwarming romance novel about second chances and the healing power of love. Evie Jones has dedicated her life to Southern Service Paws, a company that matched her...

Harriet Jacobs' Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl is a powerful and unflinching autobiography that sheds light on the lives of enslaved Black women. Written under the pseudonym Linda Brent, this...

The Conference of the Birds is the latest installment in the Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series. With his dying words, Jacob's final connection to his grandfather's secret life entrusts him...

Behind the mirror lies a world of dark magic and enchanted objects. Jacob has stumbled upon this hidden realm, where he hunts for treasure and seeks adventure alongside Fox, a mysterious girl with...

The Book of Common Prayer: A Biography by Alan Jacobs First published in 1549, The Book of Common Prayer has had a profound impact on the English language and culture. Its influence can be seen in...

Jacob Reckless's shadowy adventures continue in the second volume of Cornelia Funke's spellbinding series. Jacob has saved his brother from the Mirrorworld, but now he will pay a terrible price. A...

Danger lurks in the shadows of modern society. Cindy Jacobs explores how occult influences are shaping our world, from popular culture to institutions that should be safe havens. She reveals the...

The Golden Yarn by Cornelia Funke is the third book in her Reckless series. A perilous encounter with an immortal creature has left Jacob with no choice but to return to the enchanted Mirrorworld...

Dark Age Ahead by Jane Jacobs explores the risks of cultural collapse in a rapidly changing world. Jacobs identifies five pillars of our culture that are in serious decay, including community and...

The Power of Persistent Prayer: Praying with Greater Purpose and PassionCindy Jacobs offers practical guidance for Christians seeking to deepen their prayer life. This book addresses common concerns,...

The Miracles and Translatio of Saint James Books Two and Three of the Liber Sancti Jacobi is an English translation of two medieval manuscripts that provide insight into the cult surrounding Saint...

Discover the fascinating world of insects and learn the answers to your burning questions about spiders, butterflies, beetles, and more. This engaging question-and-answer book is packed with...