777 results for 'Malet, Jacques'

A comprehensive history of France from its earliest times to the end of World War I. Originally intended for American soldiers fighting in France, this book was expanded upon to provide a broader...

The Medieval Imagination by Jacques Le Goff In this thought-provoking history, Jacques Le Goff explores the mental structures of medieval men and women, delving into their understanding of the world...

Understanding Your Body Systems: A Practical Guide Brian Jacques presents an easy-to-follow guide to the nine body systems, explaining their functions and how lifestyle choices can impact them. This...

Theatre of Movement and Gesture by Jacques Lecoq is a foundational work that explores the philosophy of human movement in performance traditions. First published in France in 1987, this book outlines...

Falcon City, Arizona. Jacques Ramirez works at Robotop, the leading home appliance company in the southwest United States. As a vacuum repairman, he is efficient, thorough, and discreet - all...

Jacques Pépin's Menus A Book for Your Meals and Memories is an illustrated journal to record your special occasions. With over 75 charmingly designed borders, you can create a unique menu for each...

This 2009 publication chronicles the transformation of public art in eighteenth-century France. As royal and ecclesiastical authority waned under Louis XV's rule, new democratic institutions,...

Jacques Lacan: A Discourse Under Fire This book examines the validity of an accusation made against Jacques Lacan by Noam Chomsky in 1989, that he was a "charlatan". Peter D. Mathews weighs and...

This collection explores how male authors approach and represent femininity in their writing. From psychoanalysis to postmodernism, it examines various theoretical perspectives on gender and writing...

Aesthetics and Its Discontents by Jacques Rancière In this thought-provoking work, Jacques Rancière challenges the conventional understanding of aesthetics as a neutral discourse. Instead, he argues...

Reading Lacan's Écrits: From 'Logical Time' to 'Response to Jean Hyppolite' offers an extensive commentary on the complete edition of Jacques Lacan's Écrits, published in English for the first time...

Jacques Anquetil: A Life of Controversy and Triumph Paul Fournel's biography of Jacques Anquetil is a deeply personal and original exploration of the complex life of one of cycling's most divisive...

Jacques Derrida's On Touching explores the philosophy of touch from ancient thinkers to contemporary thought. This comprehensive review spans Plato and Aristotle to Jean-Luc Nancy, with discussions...

Doomwyte, the twentieth book in Brian Jacques' beloved Redwall saga, is a thrilling adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When young mouse Bisky convinces his fellow Redwallers to...

René Tardi's story comes to a close in this poignant final volume of Stalag IIB. After five long years as a prisoner of war, René struggles to adjust to civilian life and envision his post-war future...

Jacques Derrida's work has long been regarded as challenging to approach, yet his influence on contemporary thought is undeniable. This new introduction to Deconstruction and its key figure, Jacques...

Jacques Pauw's Into the Heart of Darkness is a chilling account of apartheid's secret war. For over three decades, investigative journalist Jacques Pauw has tracked down the truth behind the brutal...

Discourse Theory and Political Analysis: Identities, Hegemonies and Social Change by David R. Howarth, Aletta J. Norval, Yannis Stavrakakis. This collection of essays brings together key concepts...

The Purloined Poe Lacan, Derrida, and Psychoanalytic Reading by John P. Muller and William J. Richardson brings together a range of interpretations of Edgar Allan Poe's "Purloined Letter". This...

Archive Fever: A Freudian Impression by Jacques Derrida In this thought-provoking work, Jacques Derrida explores the complex relationship between remembrance, religion, time, and technology. Derrida...

A collection of fairy tales featuring dragons from around the world, retold and illustrated by Ruth Manning-Sanders. Each story is accompanied by artwork by Robin Jacques.This charming anthology...

First published in 1989, Žižek's The Sublime Object of Ideology is a groundbreaking work that has had a lasting impact on contemporary commentary. This influential book introduced the...

A family reunited after twenty years apart will discover secrets that change their lives forever. Gabriella Jacques is happy to be back in her childhood home, Villa Espoir, ready to embrace fresh...

Cesar Chavez: Autobiography of La Causa is an exceptionally interesting and intimate oral history that brings to life the story of a charismatic and influential fighter for social change. Against a...

When China Rules the World: The End of the Western World and the Birth of a New Global Order is a revised and expanded guide to understanding a world increasingly shaped by Chinese power. Martin...

Jacques Derrida: A Biography by Benoît Peeters tells the story of a complex and influential thinker. Born in Algiers, Derrida's life was marked by exclusion and marginalization, yet he went on to...

Christianity and the Religions: From Confrontation to Dialogue by Jacques Dupuis This thought-provoking volume offers new insights into the complex relationship between Christianity and other...

On the Social Contract by Jean-Jacques RousseauThis new edition features a revision by Donald A. Cress and includes an introduction, footnotes, and chronology by David Wootton, one of our leading...

The Truth in Painting by Jacques Derrida A collection of four essays that explore the art work as pictorial artifact through philosophical aesthetics and commentary on art scholarship. Derrida's...

John Rawls y la teoría de la justiciaA comprehensive analysis of John Rawls' influential theory of justice, presented by French philosopher Jacques Bidet. This 2000 edition features the original...

Democracy's Arsenal: Creating a Twenty-First-Century Defense Industry by Jacques S. Gansler The security landscape has undergone a profound shift in recent years, driven by new and emerging threats...

The Metamorphoses of Phenomenological Reduction (Aquinas Lecture) by Jacques Taminiaux A philosophical exploration of phenomenological reduction, this work presents a detailed analysis of the concept...

Jacques Henri Lartigue: A Young Photographer's Visionary Eye This book explores the early work of Jacques Henri Lartigue, one of the twentieth century's most celebrated photographers. Capturing the...

The Future of the Image by Jacques Rancière Jacques Rancière's latest work offers a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between art and politics. In this book, he develops a new concept...

Lacan, Kris and the Psychoanalytic Legacy: The Brain Eater examines a case that has been commented on by three influential psychoanalysts of the twentieth century.The book delves into the work of...

The Edge of Reality: Two Scientists Evaluate What We Know of UFO PhenomenonJ. Allen Hynek and Jacques Vallee explore the most compelling cases of UFO sightings and examine the evidence that remains...

The Title of the Letter: A Reading of LacanThis book offers a close reading of Jacques Lacans seminal essay, exploring its significance for understanding his complex relationship with linguistics,...

Discourse on Political Economy and The Social Contract by Jean-Jacques RousseauA foundational work in political philosophy, this collection explores the relationship between economics and social...

Front Lines: Trans Journalism 2007-2021A collection of trans journalism exploring issues across art, politics and culture, pioneering transgender writer Juliet Jacques examines the rise of media...

Hortense in Exile is a novel that finds its protagonist caught up in the complexities of a familiar tale. Brimming with wordplay, mathematical equations, and literary allusions, this book continues...

Diotima at the Barricades explores the complex exchanges between feminist intellectual life in post-modern France and the interpretation of ancient texts in Western philosophy. Paul Allen Miller...

This collection features 25 traditional piano pieces from around the world.From lively folk tunes to soothing lullabies, this repertoire includes popular songs such as "Ah, Mon Beau Chateau", "Baa...

Kim Newman's in-depth analysis of the 1943 film Cat People is presented here. This influential horror noir, directed by Jacques Tourneur and produced by Val Lewton, is considered within its place in...

On Executive Power in Great StatesA foundational text by Jacques Necker, first published in 1792, exploring the concept of executive power and its relationship to liberty, prosperity, and governance...

After Prévert brings together some of the most striking poems from Jacques Prévert's landmark collection Paroles, translated into snappy twenty-first-century American English by J.T. Barbarese.The...

The story of Sala Glass and her family is one of survival, courage, and self-sacrifice. When Hadley Freeman's grandmother died, she left behind a mystery that Hadley was determined to uncover. A...

Dark Desire by Christine Feehan is a gripping tale of obsession and survival. Dr Shea O'Halloran's life has been forever changed by a rare genetic disorder that is slowly killing her, leaving her...

Dr. Mabuse is a rare English translation of Norbert Jacques' novel, first published in 1923 and lost for decades before its re-release. Molded by both film director Fritz Lang and novelist Norbert...

Rousseau's Dog: A Tale of Two Philosophers tells the story of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a philosopher and writer who was pursued by his enemies. David Hume, one of the most influential philosophers in...

Routledge Revivals: The Violence of LanguageThis 1990 book by Jean-Jacques Lecercle explores how language constructs its 'object' by separating relevant from irrelevant phenomena, leaving behind the...

Andrew J. McKenna explores the connections between Rene Girard's anthropology and Jacques Derrida's literary theory in this thought-provoking work.McKenna seeks to develop an interpretive strategy...

Postmodernism: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Butler explores the key ideas and concepts of postmodern thought. This concise guide delves into the world of art, literature, film,...

Edmund Husserl's Origin of Geometry: An Introduction by Jacques Derrida is widely regarded as one of Derrida's most significant works. First translated into English, this philosophical text explores...

The Moving Body: A Unique Philosophy of PerformanceJacques Lecoq shares his influential approach to theatre, covering techniques such as neutral mask, character mask, and bouffons, as well as...

First published in 1762, Emile was publicly burned upon its initial appearance. This revised edition presents Rousseau's treatise on education and human nature, addressing fundamental questions about...

Understanding Vitamins, Minerals and Herbs: A Comprehensive Guide Brian Jacques' latest book offers an in-depth exploration of vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, enzymes, amino acids, and...

The Stone Skeleton: A thorough understanding of masonry structures is provided in this comprehensive guide. Jacques Heyman explains the basis of masonry analysis and applies it to various structures,...

Dr. Jacques Vallee's groundbreaking work on alien contact and UFOs presents a comprehensive casebook that reexamines the historical record and abductee reports.Vallee delves into the enigmatic world...

Dissemination brings together three key works by Jacques Derrida: 'Plato's Pharmacy', 'The Double Session' and 'Dissemination'. These essays challenge our understanding of meaning, writing and...

The Essential Writings of Rousseau collects the most important and influential works of Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a key figure in Enlightenment thought. His writings on politics, education, and human...

A brief but sparkling tale from French writer Jacques Cazotte, published in 2011. A young captain is tempted by Beelzebub, who appears to him in various guises, including a hideous camel and a cute...

A Book of Dragons by Ruth Manning-Sanders is a collection of fairy tales featuring dragons from around the world. The stories have been retold and illustrated by Robin Jacques. This beautifully...

The Reveries of the Solitary Walker is a final meditation on self-understanding and isolation, exploring the soul in the form of an unfinished manuscript. First published posthumously in 1782, this...

Authors of the Impossible: The Paranormal and the Sacred explores the history of paranormal research in Western thought. Jeffrey J. Kripal examines the work of four key figures: Frederic Myers,...

Emile Or, On Education explores the fundamental principles of education and its relationship with human development. Written by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, this treatise delves into the nature of learning...

Sovereignties in Question: The Poetics of Paul CelanThis collection brings together five powerful encounters between Jacques Derrida and the Jewish poet Paul Celan, whose work has testified to the...

Revelations: Alien Contact and Human Deception is the final volume in Dr. Jacques Vallee's Alien Contact Trilogy.Dr. Vallee presents startling evidence that well-constructed hoaxes and media...

For those interested in understanding the key concepts and ideas of Jacques Lacan's psychoanalytical theory, this book provides a clear introduction. Written by a leading Lacanian analyst, it guides...

Brian Jacques brings to life the world of Redwall with Salamandastron, a tale of bravery and loyalty set in a great fortress. Led by Urthstripe the Strong, a wise old badger, the animals of...

Tres segundos con LacanBy Esthela Solano-Suárez, this book offers a concise exploration of what it means to 'read' others in a profound way. Drawing on her personal experience with the French...

Rousseau: A Philosophical ExplorationTimothy O'Hagan examines Jean-Jacques Rousseau's influential works, including the Discourse on the Origin of Inequality among Men, Emile and the Social Contract...

First published in 1776, Las ensoñaciones del paseante solitario is a deeply personal and philosophical work by Jean-Jacques Rousseau. The title refers to both the introspective states of...

Derrida: A Very Short Introduction by Simon GlendinningThis book provides an introduction to the French philosopher Jacques Derrida and his influential ideas of deconstruction. Derrida's work...

Derrida's 'Writing and Difference' A Reader's Guide by Sarah Wood is an ideal introduction to one of Jacques Derrida's most widely read and studied books. This collection of essays explores the...

The Gatekeepers offers an unprecedented glimpse into the college admissions process at one of America's most prestigious universities. Over nearly a year, education reporter Jacques Steinberg...

The Colours of Corruption by Jacqueline Jacques is a gripping thriller that weaves an intricate picture of Victorian London. A chance encounter between Mary, a poor cleaner, and Archie, a police...

The Unité d'Habitation in Marseilles and its counterparts in Rezé-les-Nantes, Berlin, Briey en Forêt, and Firminy are pioneering examples of collective housing designed by the renowned architect...

Robert Bernasconi and Simon Critchley offer a fresh perspective on the work of Emmanuel Levinas in this collection of essays. By examining how issues such as reading, deconstruction, feminism, and...

Terry Eagleton's major new book explores the question of ethics with wit and eloquence. He examines key ethical theories through the framework of Jacques Lacan's categories, measuring them against...

This comparative study explores memory phenomena in literary works from Jean-Jacques Rousseau to Octavio Paz, including Proust, Breton, Woolf and Faulkner. By using literature as a laboratory for the...

Discover the complex and thought-provoking philosophy of Jacques Derrida in this illustrated guide. A key figure in continental philosophy, Derrida's ideas have been both celebrated and reviled for...

Fifty Key Writers on Photography provides a concise survey of influential writers who have shaped our understanding of photography. From diverse disciplines and perspectives, this book examines how...

First published in 2010, An Independent Quebec: The Past, the Present and the Future offers a unique perspective on the history and future of Quebec. Written by Jacques Parizeau, former premier of...

The Republic of Trees by Sam TaylorIn this thought-provoking novel, four children escape to a forest in search of a utopian community, inspired by Jean Jacques Rousseau's 'The social contract'. They...

Textualities Between Hermeneutics and Deconstruction by Hugh J. Silverman is a philosophical exploration that examines the relationship between two influential critical theories: hermeneutics and...

Jacques Rancière's Althusser's Lesson explores the complex relationship between the return to order and the enthusiasm surrounding Althusserian Marxism in the aftermath of May 68. In this work,...

The Gnostics By Jacques Lacarriere This inquiry into Gnosticism examines the character, history, and beliefs of a brave and vigorous spiritual quest that originated in the ancient Near East. A...

This collection of essays and interviews offers a comprehensive overview of Jacques Derrida's political and ethical thinking over three decades. Spanning various disciplines including politics,...

Rousseau: A Maverick ThinkerThis illustrated guide introduces Jean-Jacques Rousseau, a philosopher who defied categorization. His autobiography, Confessions, offers profound psychological insight...

A Discourse Upon The Origin And The Foundation Of The Inequality Among Mankind by Jean-Jacques RousseauThis influential philosophical work presents Rousseau's conception of a human state of nature...

The Rousseauian Mind provides a comprehensive survey of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's work, exploring its historical context and contemporary significance. This Handbook covers over forty chapters by...

Scholasticism and Politics is a collection of nine lectures delivered by Jacques Maritain at the University of Chicago in 1938. In these lectures, Maritain championed personalist democracy, a regime...

The French Navy in World War II by Jacques Mordal is a detailed account of the naval history of France during the Second World War. Prior to its publication in 1959, the story of the French Navy's...

Jacques Derrida's work has profoundly impacted scholarship and critical practice across various disciplines. This book provides an overview of Derrida's influential writings on religion, exploring...

Hysteria from Freud to Lacan by Juan-David Nasio explores the concept of hysteria in psychoanalytic theory. Once widely used, this diagnostic category has largely fallen out of favour due to its...

Jacques Prévert's Palabras is a collection of poems that have resonated with audiences worldwide. Written in French, this book showcases the poet's unique voice and style.Prévert's poetry is...

The Emancipated Spectator by Jacques Rancière In this thought-provoking work, Rancière challenges the conventional understanding of art and politics. He questions what it means for art to be...

Jacques Derrida's second edition of The Gift of Death offers a profound exploration of religion and its limits. In this work, Derrida examines the rational and responsible boundaries that govern our...

The Comical Dreams of Pantagruel is a collection of 120 engravings published by Richard Breton in 1565. These illustrations are attributed to François Rabelais, who had passed away twelve years...