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The Wolf Hunters is a wilderness adventure novel by James Oliver Curwood, a renowned American author and conservationist. Published in 1914, the book has inspired at least eighteen motion pictures...

A WW2 Historical Mystery Weaves Together Intrigue and Deception. In November 1941, Olive Bright's racing birds are forced indoors as bitter cold weather sets in, but she is assigned to a new role -...

Olive Oatman's life story is a testament to the complexities of the human experience. Born into a family bound for the American West, her journey took a dramatic turn when tragedy struck, and she was...

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver presents a heartwarming story about Marlon Bundo, a lonely bunny who finds love and acceptance. On this special day, his life is about to change forever.This...

A heartwarming tale about an otter named Oliver, written by bestselling poet Pam Ayres. Living alone in his riverbank home, Oliver is happy to spend his days swimming and exploring the twisty-rooted...

At the Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary, a royal penguin dynasty is unfolding. Princess Olivia, her siblings Olly and Olivette, and Piper-the-Penguin are at the heart of the excitement.A beautiful tale...

Oliver Cromwell: Politics and Religion in the English Revolution 1640-1658 by David L. Smith This book explores the complex motivations behind Oliver Cromwell's rise to power, from his humble...

Under the Olive Tree is a sumptuous collection of Greek family recipes from Irini Tzortzoglou, the 2019 champion of MasterChef UK. This stunning cookbook features over 80 recipes, from everyday...

Kingdom of Olives and Ash is an anthology that explores the human cost of the conflict in the Middle East, as witnessed by notable writers. Published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the...

Oliver Stone's films have sparked intense debate and reevaluation of America's past. This book brings together some of the most prominent voices in history and film criticism to examine Stone's most...

The English Conquest of Jamaica: Oliver Cromwell's Bid for Empire by Carla Gardina Pestana presents a gripping account of 17th-century England's Atlantic ambitions. In 1654, Lord Protector Oliver...

A small stone house in Liguria, Italy, is offered for sale at an unexpectedly low price. Annie Hawes and her sister are initially hesitant to take up the offer, but find themselves drawn into the...

Olive Oil Baking: Heart-Healthy Recipes That Increase Good Cholesterol and Reduce Saturated Fats Make healthier choices in your baking with this practical guide. Lisa A. Sheldon shares recipes that...

Oliver Mtukudzi: Living Tuku Music in Zimbabwe This biography offers an engaging portrait of one of Africa's most recognized performers. Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, a Zimbabwean guitarist, vocalist, and...

Oliver Twist, written by Charles Dickens, is a compelling story about an orphan living on the streets of London with no one but himself to rely on.Fleeing from poverty and hardship, Oliver falls in...

Dickens and the Workhouse is a fascinating exploration of London's past, using hitherto largely unexplored historical sources to shed new light on Charles Dickens' life and work. Historian Ruth...

Olive oil and sea salt are two pantry staples that can elevate your cooking and support a healthy lifestyle. These ingredients have been used for centuries to create simple yet delicious recipes, as...

Making your own infused olive oil and vinegar at home is easier than you might think. With this recipe book, you can create unique flavors at a fraction of the cost of store-bought infusions. Infused...

Oliver Twist is an English graded reader for learners of foreign languages. Carefully adapted text and new illustrations accompany language learning exercises in this print edition. Online resources,...

A Blessed Olive Tree is a collection of twenty short stories that take you on a spiritual journey through the realms of faith and self-discovery. This beautifully illustrated book explores the...

Oliver Heaviside: A Pioneer of Modern Electrical Theory This biography tells the story of Oliver Heaviside, a man who made groundbreaking contributions to mathematics, physics, and electrical...

Joe King Oliver is drawn into a complex case when a friend asks for his help in investigating a white nationalist accused of murder and espionage. The case involves a web of deceit and corruption,...

Charles Dickens and the Workhouse: A New Perspective on Oliver Twist and the London Poor. The recent discovery that Charles Dickens lived near a major London workhouse has shed new light on his life...

Olive's Birthday is an interactive children's picture book that lets you decide how the story goes. Help Olive choose her birthday presents, party, and cake, and see if you can dodge any unexpected...

A Valiant Deceit is a gripping WW2 historical mystery that follows Olive Bright as she navigates the complexities of wartime life. When her pigeons are conscripted to aid the Belgian resistance,...

Andrew Lang's Olive Fairy Book is a collection of unusual stories from around the world. It features tales from Turkey, India, Denmark, Armenia, the Sudan, and written by Anatole France. This volume...

A stunning collection of four of Mary Oliver's most beloved books of poetry, A Thousand Mornings, Blue Horses, Dog Songs, and Felicity, is now available in a beautifully designed box set. This...

When a Mayday call comes in from Kilcatrin Island, DI Shona Oliver is faced with a major incident. The shore is littered with the badly burned body of a man and a boy, with scores of WWII incendiary...

Dear Comrade President Oliver Tambo and the Foundations of South Africa's Constitution by André Odendaal explores the pivotal role played by a secret think tank in shaping the country's...

Oliver Cromwell: The Notorious Life and Legacy of the Lord Protector of the Commonwealth of England For over 1,000 years, England has been ruled by monarchs, with only brief periods of republican...

Oliver Cromwell and the Conquest of Ireland by Micheál Ó Siochrú is a thought-provoking biography that explores the complex legacy of one of history's most divisive figures. Despite spending only...

Oliver Twist's life has been one of hardship from birth. Born in a workhouse, he faces a bleak future with limited prospects for improvement.As Oliver navigates the challenges of his circumstances,...

A comprehensive study guide to Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist, offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for this 19th-century novel. This guide explores the context and history of the work,...

The Sword and the Olive: A Critical History of the Israeli Defense Force by Martin Van Creveld. This thought-provoking analysis combines sharp insights with compelling narratives, offering a detailed...

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. was a man of remarkable life and character. His early years were marked by his family's prominent Boston Brahmin heritage, as well as his own academic achievements at...

Sir Charles Harding Firth was a renowned British historian who dedicated his work to English history during the time of the English Civil War and the Commonwealth. His research and writings on this...

A gripping murder mystery set in the Scottish landscape, The Girls in the Glen follows DI Shona Oliver as she delves into a decades-old case that may be linked to a recent crime. When a corpse from...

The Devil from Over the Sea: Remembering and Forgetting Oliver Cromwell in Ireland by Sarah Covington Oliver Cromwell's legacy has endured for centuries, with his seventeenth-century conquests and...

Oliver Cromwell Pitts' life took an unexpected turn when his father vanished and left behind only a cryptic note. With no money and no food, Oliver found himself alone in his ruined home, forced to...

The Gun and the Olive Branch: A History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict By David Hirst This thought-provoking history of the Middle Eastern conflict challenges common perceptions by tracing the...

Oliver Twist tells the story of Oliver's struggle with life. After suffering hardships in the workhouse, he is thrust into a dark underworld of London streets.Exciting and powerful stories like this...

A woman's body is recovered from the Solway Firth, and the investigation that follows reveals a complex web of secrets and lies. As Detective Inspector Shona Oliver delves deeper into the case, she...

The truth can be hidden, but secrets always surface. In the peaceful surroundings of Kielder Water, a shocking discovery is made when tourists open a barrel they found floating in the reservoir at...

Oliver Sacks, a neurologist and writer, was a man who lived life to the fullest. This memoir tells his story through the eyes of Bill Hayes, a photographer and writer who fell in love with him near...

The Sword and the Olive: Recollections of Diplomacy and the Foreign Service, 1913-1954 by George Rendel is a significant work in the history of diplomacy. First published in 2021, it has been...

Oliver Lansley: Les Enfants Terribles; Collected Plays presents a thematic trilogy of plays from one of Britain's most innovative theatre companies. This collection also features production photos,...

Olive Leaf Tea Time to Settle by Sabina Ostrowska is a humorous memoir that explores the challenges and joys of rural life in Spain. After renovating a dilapidated cottage, Robert and Sabina face new...

Denton Welch's letters to Eric Oliver offer a poignant and intimate glimpse into life amidst World War II. The fifty-one letters collected here for the first time provide a historical record of...

The influence of Signature Magazine on British fine art has been overlooked for too long. This journal played a significant role in shaping the taste that became known as neo-romanticism in mid-20th...

Oliver Byrne's Elements of Euclid: A Pedagogical Masterpiece of Mathematical Art. In 1847, Oliver Byrne revolutionised mathematical publishing by combining Euclid's geometric theories with vibrant...

Oliver Reed was a man of immense talent and charisma, whose larger-than-life persona captivated audiences on screen. Yet, behind the bravado and bluster, lay a complex and deeply vulnerable...

Oliver's Great Big Universe by Jorge Cham is an original illustrated middle-grade fiction series that blends science with narrative. Determined to be an astrophysicist one day, Oliver explains...

Olive Oatman's life was forever marked by tragedy and transformation. Orphaned at just thirteen years old, she was captured by Yavapai Indians and sold into slavery, only to be traded to the Mohave...

Liv Varanakis receives a postcard from her father, explaining that National Geographic is funding a documentary about his theories on the lost city of Atlantis. She jumps at the opportunity to...

Dr. Oliver Sacks's life story is one of remarkable contrasts - brilliant neurologist and eccentric personality, compassionate clinician and passionate advocate for the individual human soul. Lawrence...

The Soldiers' Pocket Bible. Issued For The Use Of The Army Of Oliver Cromwell, A. D. 1643. This 28-page booklet is a significant historical document that has been preserved for posterity. As it falls...

Charles Dickens's Complete Works in 30 Volumes. This comprehensive collection brings together every published word written by one of the most important writers in English literature. Spanning his...

John Humphrys' humorous memoir recounts his three-year experience building a home in Greece with his son Christopher. A moment of impulse led to a semi-derelict cottage and a building site, which...

Richard Hammond's life has been unusual. Since his near-fatal accident, he's taken on some incredible challenges - from racing to the North Pole in skis and dog-sled, to navigating Botswana in a car...

Oliver Postgate's life was a testament to unconventional paths and creative pursuits. From war evacuee to film-maker, he navigated a diverse range of roles before finding success in children's...

Beyond the Olive Grove is a heart-wrenching historical novel that follows Sophia's perilous journey during World War 2. As Greece falls under Nazi occupation, Sophia finds herself at the forefront of...

Grape, Olive, Pig: A deeply personal exploration of Spain's food culture, this book takes readers on an immersive journey through the country's culinary and geographical landscape. Matt Goulding...

A heartwarming tale of friendship and discovery, I Am Oliver the Otter is a charming story about a little otter's life-changing encounter with an otter named Ottilie. Written in rhyme by bestselling...

Ruby Oliver's documentary on love and popularity has turned up some uncomfortable truths about her friends and herself. She's lost most of her friends, her true love more than once, and even her...

Olive Schreiner and African Modernism Allegory, Empire and Postcolonial Writing by Jade Munslow Ong is a groundbreaking exploration of modernist form and its relationship with postcolonialism in...

Bram Stoker's Dracula is a gothic novel that has become an enduring part of our collective imagination. Originally published in 1897, it tells the story of Jonathan Harker, a young English lawyer who...

As Britain declares war on Nazi Germany in September 1939, one young boy's life is about to change forever. Tim waves goodbye to his city home as he boards the 'Coronation Scot' train, bound for a...

Make your own Olive Garden favorites at home with these easy-to-make copycat recipes. This illustrated cookbook brings the iconic dishes from America's favorite Italian restaurant to your kitchen, so...

A young man is found stabbed to death in a side street in Newcastle city centre, with no apparent motive for the crime. As detectives investigate, they uncover a link to a missing woman that turns...

Daniel Sharfstein's Thunder in the Mountains is a spellbinding story of two legendary figures and their epic clash of ideas about freedom and government. In 1877, General Oliver Otis Howard pursued...

Olive's Diary: A Story about Hope, Loss and Second Chances. At 56, Olive is struggling to come to terms with her past. It's been a year since her husband's sudden passing, but the pain of his loss...

DI Shona Oliver's life is about to get a lot more complicated. The arrival of James McGowan, a famous actor, on a remote island in the Solway Firth, sets off a chain of events that puts Shona's job,...

Two American city boys leave behind the bright lights of their urban lives to build a new one in rural New Zealand. Their decision to buy a rundown olive grove is just the beginning of an adventure...

A beautifully crafted novel about family secrets and wartime betrayals, set against the backdrop of Crete's invasion in 1941. Sixty years later, Lois West invites her feisty Great Aunt Pen to a...

Alexander and His Legacy: A Critical Reappraisal. The life and conquests of Alexander the Great have captivated historians and filmmakers for centuries. In 2004, Oliver Stone's epic film Alexander...

Oliver Cromwell: A Life from Beginning to End by Hourly History is a comprehensive biography that explores the complex and often tumultuous life of one of Britain's most infamous leaders. From humble...

Richard Burton, Richard Harris, Peter O'Toole, and Oliver Reed: On screen they were stars, off screen they were legends. This book tells the story of their lives and careers, tracing the intertwining...

Mark Twain's fascination with phrenology has long been overlooked, but this study reveals its significance in his life and work. Stanley Finger explores how humorists like Mark Twain and Dr. Oliver...

Olive and Oscar the Orangutans Swing on the Trees: A Story about Skip Counting by Two Follow the adventures of two playful orangutans as they explore the rainforest, racing to find the tree with the...

Originally produced by Herbert Beerbohm Tree at His Majesty's Theatre, J. Comyns Carr's adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel was a significant success with audiences and critics alike.Carr's version...

The Capture of Damietta by Oliver of Paderborn is a significant work that reflects the growing criticism of the changing Crusade idea in 13th-century Europe. This collection of sources, including...

Elena Petrakis has always called the Greek island of Zakynthos home. But when World War Two looms, her way of life is threatened. With no choice but to act, she joins the island's resistance to fight...

Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. is widely regarded as one of the greatest jurists and legal scholars in history. This collection of his speeches, opinions, and letters provides a unique insight into his...

The Latin Language: A Handbook for Students by Scottish Classics Group. This comprehensive guide is designed to support students who have progressed beyond the beginner stage in their Latin studies,...

William Graves' memoir offers a unique perspective on growing up in Majorca, surrounded by the literary legacy of his father, Robert Graves. At just five years old, William was transplanted to the...

Oliver Cromwell's embalmed head has been holding court for centuries. This remarkable memoir recounts its journey from being impaled on a post at Westminster Hall to being donated to Sidney Sussex...

The Curwen Press Design by Brian Webb and Peyton Skipwith is a detailed exploration of the renowned printing press established by Harold Curwen. During its golden decade, from 1922 to 1932, the...

Blue Pastures is a collection of 15 prose pieces by Pulitzer Prize- and National Book Award-winning poet Mary Oliver. With consummate craftsmanship, Oliver has fashioned a series of luminous prose...

Mary Oliver's Blue Horses is a poignant collection of poetry that explores the human experience through the lens of nature. With meditations on love, artistry, and impermanence, Oliver invites us to...

A Poetry Handbook is a comprehensive guide to writing and understanding poetry, presented with passion and wit by Mary Oliver. Drawing on her extensive career as a poet, Oliver shares her expertise...

The NASB Large Print Personal Size Reference Bible features large, easy-to-read 11.25-point type in a convenient trim size ideal for devotional reading, personal study, or use at church. This durable...

When filmmaker Lily suffers an accident while travelling, she finds herself recuperating in the quiet French seaside village where she spent her childhood. She's eager to escape, but her return is...

The KJV Large Print Compact Reference Bible features a large, easy-to-read 8-point type in a convenient, compact size that makes it perfect for those who want to keep the Word of God close and...

Winter Hours is a deeply personal and introspective work from Mary Oliver, a Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award winner. This collection of nine essays is accompanied by a selection of new prose...

The NASB Large Print Compact Reference Bible is a convenient and portable companion for studying and referencing the Bible. With its 8-point large print, this compact Bible is easy to read and use,...

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...

The Eastern Association's pivotal role in shaping the course of the First Civil War is revealed in this comprehensive study. From securing East Anglia to supporting Lord Fairfax's Northern...

Upstream Selected Essays by Mary OliverThis collection of essays from acclaimed poet Mary Oliver reflects on her relationship with the natural world and the world of literature. Oliver's journey...

Mary Oliver's New and Selected Poems, Volume Two presents a new volume of forty-two poems, alongside selections from six of her previously published works. This collection showcases Oliver's...

Stranger Than Truth: 101 Favorite History Lies by Fey Osprey and Paul Dorian is a humorous take on the art of spinning history. In this collection, the authors share their own favourite fibs and...