1627 results for 'Mosley, Walter'

Invent & Wander: The Collected Writings of Jeff Bezos offers an insider's view of the world through the eyes of one of the most influential innovators of our time. This collection of writings,...

The Main Enterprise of the World: A Humanistic Rethinking of Education Philip Kitcher offers a comprehensive vision for education's goals and purpose. He explores how schools and universities can...

Deep in the Canadian forests of 1859, an elderly woman sits behind bars, her freedom hanging by a thread. She came to Dunmore via the Underground Railroad, but was tracked down and now faces trial...

The Clever Guts Diet: A Groundbreaking Plan for a Healthier You Your gut is a remarkable organ, containing millions of neurons and home to the microbiome, a vast community of microbes that play a...

Origin of Negative Dialectics by Susan Buck-MorssThis influential work examines the significance of Critical Theory for young West German intellectuals after World War II, highlighting the...

Experience Or Interpretation: The Dilemma of Museums of Modern Art explores how we see and engage with art. Over the past century, the way art is displayed has undergone significant changes,...

She Speaks! What Shakespeare's Women Might Have SaidDame Harriet Walter, a renowned Shakespearean actress, brings to life the voices of Shakespeare's women in this innovative book. Written in verse...

Thomas Jefferson and his fellow Virginians conceptualized their home state from a political and cultural perspective, shaping its position in the new American union. This study by renowned scholar...

The Menil Collection presents an eclectic selection of twentieth-century artwork from its renowned collection. Spanning sculpture, photography, drawings, and paintings, this diverse range of art...

Gramophone Stalwarts 3 Separate DiscographiesA comprehensive discography covering over 80 performing artists, compiled by John Hunt, an expert in music and bibliographic research.Published in 2001,...

Discover creative freedom in your quilting with Shape by Shape. This comprehensive guide is divided into three sections: Blocks, Negative Space, and Borders, making it easy to find inspiration for...

Yip Tolroy and his fiery Mama run the general store in Heron's Creek, Georgia. An uneventful life unfolds until gold is discovered nearby, drawing Yip into a bloody crime that forces him to flee...

Failed Democratization in Prewar Japan examines the collapse of Japan's "semi-democratic" political system from 1918 to 1932, and explores why this system failed. By comparing it to similar cases in...

Nikolai Lobachevsky's life took an unexpected turn when he was sent to London for further study in calculus. Instead, he found himself drawn into the world of anthropology, studying the people and...

The Colonial Origins of Ethnic Violence in India by Ajay Verghese explores the complex patterns of ethnic conflict across India. Through archival research and elite interviews, Verghese reveals how...

A keto diet that combines with intermittent fasting can lead to significant weight loss and other potential health benefits. Dr Michael Mosley's approach is more effective than a conventional keto...

China's emergence as a global manufacturing powerhouse was a key feature of the era of globalization. However, this model is now facing challenges, with the "made in China" approach losing its appeal...

Dynasties and Democracy: The Inherited Incumbency Advantage in Japan explores how families with multiple members in elective office continue to thrive in democracies around the world. Despite being...

The Creation of Confederate Nationalism: A New Perspective on the Civil War South Drew Gilpin Faust explores the development and content of Confederate nationalism during the Civil War period,...

Walter Benjamin's groundbreaking essay explores the impact of mass media on the way we experience and interact with art. In the age of mechanical reproduction, audiences can engage with a work of art...

Walter Mosley's collection of short stories presents a nuanced and powerful portrayal of black male characters. In these seventeen tales, Mosley subverts stereotypes to reveal complex individuals...

The Second World War saw the emergence of Special Forces units, such as the SAS and LRDG, in the harsh Middle Eastern climate. These units required highly self-reliant soldiers who could operate with...

The Historical Origin of Christianity by Walter Williams explores the origins of Christianity, tracing its roots back to ancient Egyptian ancestors. This revised edition of the book delves into the...

The Year Without Summer by Guinevere Glasfurd In 1815, a cataclysmic eruption on Sumbawa Island in Indonesia sent shockwaves around the world. The devastating effects of Mount Tambora's explosion...

A fresh retelling of five great male-female pairings from Greek mythology. John Spurling draws on his lifelong love and knowledge of Classical Greek drama and poetry to bring these timeless stories...

Learn to Draw Dogs & Puppies is a fun and educational drawing book that introduces children to over 25 different breeds of dogs. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, budding artists can...

A down-to-earth guide to improving your sleep, 4 Weeks to Better Sleep offers a radical approach to achieving a healthier sleep pattern. By focusing on sleep efficiency rather than the hours spent in...

Walter Mosley's masterful collection of short stories presents a nuanced and powerful portrayal of black male characters. Seventeen accomplished tales showcase Mosley's remarkable talent for...

Teha'amana's story has long been silenced. Now, her voice is finally heard in this powerful novel. As Teha'amana shares her thoughts while Paul Gauguin works on one of his masterpieces, the island's...

Arcadian Nights brings to life the gods, heroes and monsters of Greek mythology in a gripping and spirited way. John Spurling's fresh interpretations breathe new life into these stories.From Apollo...

The spiritual vision of Walter Trobisch's work is reproduced here in a new edition, offering a unique perspective on love and its questions.This collection of private correspondence provides a...

Stevie Phillips has just landed her dream job at a publishing company, but her first day throws more curveballs than she can handle. A takeover has left the publicity team in shambles, and her new...

Librarian Liv Thomas has always dreamed of writing a romance novel. But she's stuck when it comes to creating a romantic hero - sadly, lacking anyone in real life to base him on.When her brother...

Poisonous Pandas: Chinese Cigarette Manufacturing in Critical Historical PerspectivesThe panda has long been a ubiquitous symbol in China's tobacco industry, but its role in the country's cigarette...

Fashion Design Workshop: Remix offers a modern and inclusive approach to fashion illustration for up-and-coming designers. This book encourages freedom of expression, empowerment, strength,...

Eugene D. Genovese examines slave revolts in the United States, the Caribbean, and Brazil, placing them within the context of modern world history.By studying the conditions that favored these...

Gunfire cracked over a rocky knob in northern Idaho in the summer of 1992, leaving three people dead and sparking a confrontation between a well-armed family and federal law enforcement. Jess...

Discover a world of optical illusions and hidden wonders in this new book from Walter Wick, co-creator of the I Spy series. Featuring all-new rhymes and photographs, this book takes you on a...

China's Engagement with Japan, the Koreas, and Russia in the Era of Reform by Thomas Fingar presents a comprehensive analysis of China's interactions with its key Northeast Asian partners. This study...

Gemstones of the World is a comprehensive reference book featuring over 1,500 full-color photos of precious and semiprecious stones in both their natural and polished states. Leading geology expert...

Walter Crane's Line and Form is a comprehensive guide to drawing and decorative techniques. First published in 1898, this book remains a valuable resource for artists and craftspeople seeking to...

United Front: Projecting Solidarity Through Deliberation in Vietnam's Single-party Legislature challenges conventional wisdom about the role of single-party legislatures and elections in autocracies...

The Swift and the Harrier by Minette Walters Set against the backdrop of the English Civil War, this novel tells the story of an English doctor and her mysterious protector. Against the tumultuous...

Devil in a Blue Dress (30th Anniversary Edition) by Walter Mosley is a gripping mystery novel that explores the complex world of 1948 Los Angeles. Easy Rawlins, a black war veteran, finds himself at...

Sabbath as Resistance offers a transformative vision of wholeness, inviting readers to break free from the restless cycle of a 24/7 society. Walter Brueggemann argues that the Sabbath is not just...

This Year You Write Your Novel by Walter Mosley is a practical guide to help you complete your first draft and revise it into something finer. With no more excuses, Mosley shares his expertise to...

Straight-Line Quilting Designs 75+ Designs from Renowned Quilters Get inspiration for your straight-line quilting with this comprehensive guide. Featuring over seventy-five distinctive designs, this...

The Fast Diet is a radical approach to weight loss that really is as simple as it sounds. You eat normally for five days a week, then for just two days you cut your calorie intake. This fully revised...

A Night to Remember is a detailed and gripping account of the Titanic's ill-fated maiden voyage and its tragic sinking. In 1912, the world's largest passenger ship, touted as "unsinkable", collided...

Walter Abish's first novel, Alphabetical Africa, is a unique and humorous exploration of language and geography. The book is set in an imaginary continent that undergoes a series of transformations...

Existentialism from Dostoevsky to Sartre is a comprehensive collection of writings by key figures in the existentialist movement, edited by renowned philosopher and translator Walter Kaufmann. This...

Walter Rodney's seminal work, How Europe Underdeveloped Africa, offers a powerful analysis of the exploitation of Africa by Europe. This meticulously researched study examines the abiding...

Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy: A Guide to Healthy Eating from the Harvard Medical SchoolThis revised and updated edition of Eat, Drink, and Be Healthy offers practical advice on healthy eating, backed...

The Universal One is a groundbreaking book that explores Walter Russell's new Cosmology, a scientific explanation of the universe and its workings. This illustrated treatise reveals Russell's views...

Steve Jobs - The Exclusive Biography by Walter Isaacson This biography offers a riveting account of the life and times of Steve Jobs, the visionary entrepreneur who revolutionized multiple industries...

The future of humanity is about to change in ways we can hardly imagine. In 2012, Jennifer Doudna, a Nobel Prize-winning scientist, discovered a tool that can edit DNA, known as CRISPR. This...

Walter Wanger's behind-the-scenes account of the making of the epic film Cleopatra is a story of drama, passion, and perseverance. The film's production was marked by numerous challenges, including...

The Steps of the Sun and Far from Home: An Omnibus by Walter TevisTwo works from the acclaimed author of THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH, THE HUSTLER and THE COLOUR OF MONEY are collected in this...

A Voyage Round the World in the Years MDCCXL, I, II, III, IV by George Anson is a rare and valuable account of one man's journey around the world. First compiled from his papers and materials, this...

Debbie Doesn't Do It Anymore by Walter Mosley is a moving portrait of resilience and redemption. After an unexpected event on set, Debbie returns home to find her husband dead and must navigate the...

Walter Mosley's Every Man a King is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker corners of human nature. When billionaire Roger Ferris enlists Joe King's help in investigating Alfred Quiller, a...

Sir Christopher Lee was the last of the great horror stars, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate audiences today. This comprehensive overview of Lee's work in the horror genre delves...

Walter Scott's comprehensive exploration of witchcraft and demonology is a landmark work of its time. Written in a rational and philosophical style, "Letters on Demonology and Witchcraft" presents a...

Darkness descends on a luxurious villa, where an evening of fine dining and good company takes a sinister turn. An invitation to dinner becomes a twisted game of survival, where the host offers a...

Saltburn meets Agatha Christie in a party that will leave you breathless. The Garden Party by B. P. Walter is a dark and stylish tale of love, power, and revenge, set against the backdrop of a lavish...

Walter Ciszek, S.J., spent 23 years in Soviet prisons and labor camps, enduring unimaginable hardship and yet maintaining his unwavering faith in God. This remarkable memoir chronicles his...

A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements by Thomas Walter Barber This comprehensive handbook from the late 19th century presents a vast collection of mechanical devices, including gears, chains,...

Easy Rawlins wakes from his coma with an investigation looming over him. A friend's son is missing and old habits are hard to shake. As he delves into the dark underbelly of 1960s culture, Easy...

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...

Bad Boy Brawly Brown by Walter Mosley is a gripping mystery novel that follows Easy Rawlins as he tries to save an old friend's stepson, Brawly Brown, from the political group he has joined. Brawly's...

Twenty acclaimed authors share their insights into the writing life. From the highs and lows of creative endeavour, they reveal what drives them to keep writing. Contributing authors include Isabel...

Fearless Jones and Paris Minton are back in this high-velocity thriller about family, betrayal, and revenge. When Paris's cousin Ulysses S. Grant utters those ominous words, "I'm in trouble, Paris,"...

Europe: Faith and Plan by Oswald Mosley In 1947, Oswald Mosley first proposed the idea of a unified Europe, which would eventually become a reality in the form of the European Economic Community...

Published in 1938, 'Tomorrow We Live' is a collection of speeches and writings that showcase Oswald Mosley's distinctive style. At this critical moment in history, Mosley restates his vision for...

Oswald Mosley's vision for Europe as a unified nation, stretching from the Urals to the Atlantic, is presented in this 2019 publication. Mosley argues that a single voice for defence, foreign affairs...

Walter Mosley's Little Green is a gripping mystery that follows Easy Rawlins as he navigates the dark underbelly of Los Angeles. After a near-death experience, Easy is back in top form, taking on a...

Oswald Mosley's vision for Europe as a unified nation, stretching from the Urals to the Atlantic, is presented in this 2019 publication. Mosley argues that a single voice for defence, foreign affairs...

Leonid McGill's latest case begins with a simple task: delivering a letter that could change lives. A 92-year-old bluesman, Phillip Worry, needs Leonid's help to reveal the truth about a wealthy...

New Suns 2 brings fresh visions of the strange and unexpected to the world of science fiction, fantasy, and horror. This anthology liberates writers from diverse backgrounds to tell us tales no one...

Charcoal Joe Easy Rawlins 14 by Walter Mosley is set against the complex backdrop of Los Angeles in the mid-20th century. A young physicist, found standing over the body of a murdered man, becomes...

The Local Voices Project: An Anthology by Damien MosleyThis anthology brings together voices from Hackney, Haringey and their neighbours in a unique collection of stories. Edited by Damien Mosley,...

Nicholas Mosley's memoir of his experiences in World War II is a deeply personal and thought-provoking account of war and its effects on individuals.At the age of twenty, Mosley found himself leading...

Easy Rawlins, a renowned Black detective, is at a crossroads in his life. With a loving family and a thriving investigation agency, he appears to have it all. However, the arrival of Amethystine...

Julian Grenfell His Life and the Times of His Death, 1888-1915 by Nicholas Mosley is a biography that explores the life and death of one of Britain's most celebrated poets. This book sheds light on...

The Fast 800 Keto Recipe Book is a companion cookbook to the international bestseller, offering delicious, Mediterranean-style recipes to help you incorporate the new combined program into your daily...

After the riots that swept through Los Angeles in 1965, Easy Rawlins's life is turned upside down when police arrive at his doorstep with an urgent request for help. A man was violently taken from...

In To Funk and Die in LA, Nelson George crafts a gripping novel that delves into the darker side of Los Angeles. When D Hunter's grandfather is shot dead in a drive-by, he sets out to uncover the...

A deeply personal true story of one man's spiritual odyssey, He Leadeth Me is a testament to the power of faith in the face of extreme hardship. Jesuit Father Walter J. Ciszek spent twenty-three...

Leonid McGill's latest case is a complex web of deceit and betrayal. Seven years ago, Zella Grisham was arrested for a string of serious crimes, but she claims to have been wrongly accused. With the...

Pulp Reading Popular Fiction explores the cultural significance of popular fiction in the late twentieth century. Scott McCracken examines how this genre provides a means to construct a sense of self...

Blonde Faith by Walter Mosley is an electrifying new story that plunges Easy Rawlins into his greatest set of challenges yet. When Easter, Christmas Black's daughter, appears on his doorstep, Easy...

Leonid McGill is back in this gripping instalment of Walter Mosley's series. The economy has hit the private investigation business hard, leaving Leonid with limited job offers - mostly from those...

This four-volume work contains various Greek and Latin writings of religious or philosophic teachings ascribed to Hermes Trismegistus, with extensive notes, commentary, and addenda. These teachings...

You Are What You Watch by Walt Hickey explores the profound impact of entertainment on our biology, beliefs, and society. From the physical effects of popular movies and TV shows to the measurable...

A retelling of the classic fairy tale, this book offers a fresh and fascinating take on true love and the power of magic. In a world where princesses are cursed to die unless kissed by true love, a...

Discover the inspiring true story of Giuseppe Sarto, a humble farm boy who rose to become Pope Pius X.From his early days of hard work and prayer to his years as a country priest, encouraging his...

A murder in a locked room sets off a chain of events in the village of Dedley End. Nancy Hunter's search for her mother, Samantha, who left the village twenty years ago, becomes entangled with a new...

The Way of the Tiger is a role-playing adventure game that allows you to choose your skills and martial arts moves to defeat your enemy, gaining knowledge and honing your abilities for further...

Leonid McGill is a hard-boiled private investigator with a reputation for being one of the best in the city. His services are in high demand, but he's not interested in taking on just any case. When...

At the age of eight, Beth Harmon's life takes a dramatic turn when she is sent to an orphanage. There, she discovers two ways to escape her surroundings: playing chess and taking medication to keep...