3090 results for 'Aizlewood, John'

The Shortest History of India by John Zubrzycki Spanning five millennia, this concise history of India brings together a diverse cast of characters, from legendary figures like Gautama Buddha and...

Sir John Pryce of Newtown Hall's unusual burial practice has become a lasting part of Welsh history. His embalmed first two wives were kept on either side of his bed until his third wife insisted on...

The Puerto Rican War is a powerful and poignant graphic history that brings to light a pivotal moment in American history. Rendered in beautifully carved wood blocks and accompanied by historical...

Charlotte Grote's life is about to take a dramatic turn. After being framed for murder, she's faced with a choice: serve a life sentence or join the police force. Lottie, a 19-year-old with a...

Cage Kings: The Rise of the UFC from 'Human Cockfighting' to a $10 Billion Industry The story of the UFC's transformation from a derided sport to a global phenomenon is one of unlikely success. From...

Get Your Life Back: Everyday Practices for a World Gone MadJohn Eldredge offers practical, simple, and refreshing tips for living fully in a world that can be overwhelming. Life is hard on all of us,...

The End of the British Empire: The Historical Debate by John Darwin The British Empire's rapid decline in the decades following World War II was a remarkable transformation. In just twenty years, the...

Bradshaw On: The Family offers a profound exploration of the dynamics of families and the impact of family patterns on our lives. By examining the causes of emotionally impaired families, John...

North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of individual feeling and social concern. When Margaret Hale's father leaves his position in a crisis...

Captain John O'Harris's fearless exterior hides a deep uncertainty about his past. A tragic family secret has become a matter of life and death, threatening to destroy his future. As he prepares for...

George Smiley's first case is a complex and intriguing one. A seemingly routine security check by his colleague Samuel Fennan ends in tragedy, with Fennan apparently taking his own life. As Smiley...

Rosslyn Wemyss was a remarkable figure in British naval history, whose life and career were marked by distinction and bravery. As the Allied Naval Representative at the Armistice negotiations in...

The House of Godwin: A Dynasty's Rise and Fall in Anglo-Saxon England By Michael John Key This book explores the complex history of the Godwin dynasty, which dominated English politics for nearly...

The Dream Traveller: Dark Rising by John Nassari is an epic fantasy that delves into the blurred boundaries between dreams and reality. When Girvyn discovers he can enter people's dreams, his life...

The Haywire Heart: How Too Much Exercise Can Kill You, and What You Can Do to Protect Your Heart Excessive exercise can have devastating consequences for your heart. This comprehensive guide explores...

Caravan of No Despair: A Memoir of Loss and Transformation by Mirabai Starr The publication of Mirabai Starr's first book, a new translation of Dark Night of the Soul by Saint John of the Cross,...

Sherlock Holmes - 1888 Autumn of Blood: The Thames Torso Murders in the Shadow of Jack the Ripper In the late 19th century, London was gripped by a series of brutal murders that shocked the nation...

On a fateful day in Arizona, a man from the American Civil War finds himself transported to a distant world. In this secret cave, he is discovered by the inhabitants, who refer to their planet as...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's life is a fascinating tale of literary ambition, personal tragedy, and public service. This biography, written by John Dickson Carr, draws on extensive access to Doyle's...

Deep Time: A Literary History challenges the exclusive association between deep time and the modern science of geology by focusing on late Enlightenment writings that integrated new empirical data...

The world's most notorious serial killers are often shrouded in mystery, but this comprehensive encyclopedia sheds light on the darkest corners of human nature. With 150 in-depth profiles, this book...

Bernard Mandeville's provocative ideas sparked outrage and debate in 18th-century Europe. His most famous work, The Fable of the Bees, presented a humorous tale of a prosperous hive that traded vices...

Booster Gold: 52 Pick-Up (New Edition) by Geoff Johns and Jeff Katz is a key chapter in the new DC Universe film and television slate, as named by James Gunn. The story is the inspiration for the...

Test your knowledge of the club you love with this quirky and comprehensive quiz book. With 1000 questions in 100 categories, it's the perfect challenge for real Arsenal fans who want to enjoy and...

Victoria Jenkins's Visions of the Occult: An Untold Story of Art & Magic is a lavishly illustrated book that brings to light the hidden artworks and ephemera in the Tate Archive. The collection,...

Chess Openings for Kids by John Watson and Graham Burgess Discover the secrets of the chess masters with this comprehensive guide to the 50 most powerful openings. Learn how to position your pieces...

Dame Prue Leith's life story is one of incredible appetite for life. From her childhood in South Africa to becoming a DBE, she has lived a remarkable career as a cook, caterer, restaurateur, food...

Winds of Change by Diana K Robinson is a gripping novel set against the backdrop of the 1976 Rhodesian bush war. Seventeen-year-old Melonie Johns is abducted and held captive in a Mozambiquan...

The Lost World of Adam and Eve: Genesis 2-3 and the Human Origins Debate by John H. Walton explores the ancient Near Eastern context of Genesis 2-3, creating space for a faithful reading of Scripture...

Captain Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition to navigate the Canadian Arctic in 1845 remains one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries in British exploration history. A gripping account of this...

Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 40 is a gripping epic that explores the darker side of democracy. In the dystopian metropolis of Mega-City One, Judge Dredd serves as both judge and executioner,...

Charlie Parker investigates the darker side of human nature. A group of former soldiers has begun smuggling something sinister across the border between Maine and Canada. This illicit activity has...

Chemistry: A Comprehensive Introduction for Students and Non-Specialists. This textbook provides a complete course in chemical literacy, covering all core topics in organic, inorganic, and physical...

The Scientific Formula for Getting Rich In 1956, two scientists, Claude Shannon and John L. Kelly Jr., discovered a mathematical formula that could help people make as much money as possible, as fast...

Discover the best times to grow and harvest medicinal herbs with The Herb Almanac. This beautifully illustrated guide from the historic Chelsea Physic Garden shares expert knowledge on foraging for...

Hardcover, 368 pages, published 2 August 2010, by John Wiley & Sons. Inside the highly competitive world of proprietary trading, a select few have mastered the craft of taking profits consistently...

Ecofeminism as Politics: A Revolutionary Framework for Green, Socialist, Feminist and Postcolonial Thinking. This influential work, first published in 1997, offers a groundbreaking synthesis of...

The assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, was a pivotal event in American history, sparking widespread speculation about the involvement of a secret cabal of powerful men...

All the Pretty Horses is a masterpiece of American literature, a coming-of-age western that explores the passing of childhood and innocence in a bygone era. At the heart of the novel is John Grady...

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter, Carson McCullers' debut novel, made her an overnight literary sensation at just twenty-three years old. With its profound sense of moral isolation and compassionate...

Scattershot Life, Music, Elton and Me is a deeply personal and humorous memoir that offers a unique insight into the life of Bernie Taupin, the man behind some of music's most iconic lyrics. With his...

Olivia, the sequel to Doll House, has arrived from bestselling author John Hunt. A brilliant and broken character, Olivia is trying to survive on her own terms. When a young female hiker, Bibi, is...

China: A History is a comprehensive single-volume narrative history of China, from the earliest times to the present day. Written by renowned author John Keay, this book offers an authoritative yet...

Sherlock Holmes and the Christmas Demon by James Lovegrove is a new novel that delves into the darker side of the holiday season. In 1890, a mysterious client visits Sherlock Holmes and Dr John...

A treasury of architectural drawing from the 16th century to the present day, this book explores the art and science of architectural representation. From the early designs of Palladio and Inigo...

The Android's Dream by John Scalzi is a wild-and-woolly caper novel of interstellar diplomacy. When a human kills an alien during diplomatic negotiations, the consequences are severe. To prevent...

Ian Rankin's Rebus Short Stories: A Collection of Gripping Tales This collection brings together all of Ian Rankin's Rebus short stories, including two new tales written specifically for this edition...

Aubrey's Brief Lives Omnibus Edition by John Aubrey This comprehensive collection brings together the complete contents of all three Langley Press Brief Lives books, offering a unique insight into...

One of the tensest and most gripping thrillers you'll ever read, Hairpin Bridge is a heart-pounding suspense novel that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When Cambry's body is found at the...

The terrifying story of serial killers throughout history. These notorious criminals represent the darkest side of humanity, captivating our attention with their strange charisma and deadly deeds...

The Burrell Collection Renaissance of a Global Museum In 1944, Sir William Burrell and his wife Constance left their remarkable collection of over 6,000 objects to the City of Glasgow, ensuring its...

The ECG Made Easy, Tenth Edition, is a comprehensive guide to using electrocardiograms in clinical practice. First published 50 years ago, this book has become a firm favourite among medical,...

The 1990s New York Knicks: A Story of Resilience and Rivalry For nearly two decades, the New York Knicks were a team on the brink of collapse, yet they found a way to thrive through a unique blend of...

Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is a landmark work that alerted a large audience to the environmental and human dangers of indiscriminate use of pesticides, sparking revolutionary changes in the laws...

The Boy Crisis: A Blueprint for Helping Our Sons Become Happier, Healthier Men The world is facing a crisis of boys. In education, boys are 50 percent less likely than girls to meet basic proficiency...

The Teashop Girls at War by Elaine Everest As the war rages on, the girls who work at the Lyons teashop face their own personal struggles. Rose, happily married, is dealing with staffing problems as...

Our Musicals, Ourselves: A Social History of the American Musical Theatre This comprehensive social history of the American musical theatre explores the genre's relevance to contemporary politics and...

The Battle of Alamo: A New Perspective on the Heroes of 1836 The Battle of Alamo is a pivotal moment in American history, but few realise that a large number of those who fought and died for Texas at...

The public sector has become increasingly reliant on the free market model, with politicians and policymakers promoting its benefits. However, this approach has led to significant investment in...

Mother Panic Vol. 2: Under Her Skin is the latest chapter in the action-packed series from the acclaimed creative team of Jody Houser, John Paul Leon, Shawn Crystal and Gerard Way. This gripping...

Sir Francis Drake: A Life of Adventure and Intrigue Discover the truth behind one of Britain's most legendary maritime heroes, Sir Francis Drake. His career was marked by daring raids, naval battles,...

Bedford & St Neots Map | OS Explorer Map 208 | England | Walks | Hiking | Maps | Adventure Explore the historic market towns of Bedford and St Neots, situated along the River Great Ouse. Take a...

John Shakespeare's quiet life is shattered when he receives a summons from Robert Cecil, a man who dominated the last years of Queen Elizabeth's reign. His mission: to find vital papers in the...

What happens after life? For many people, the answer is found in their own near-death experiences. According to the Gallup Poll, one in 25 individuals has had such an experience, reporting that their...

Britain's Best Bike Ride is a beautifully illustrated guide to the ultimate thousand-mile cycling adventure from Land's End to John o' Groats. The route, specially created for this book, takes you...

Aristophanes: Frogs This new translation of Aristophanes' play brings the ancient drama to life, making it accessible to students of Classical Civilisation and Drama. The book includes a full...

Agatha Christie's first ever murder mystery, now presented as a sumptuous special edition hardback. In the aftermath of the Great War, the horrors of violent death are all too real. When Captain...

Unfinished Tales is a collection of narratives that take readers further into the stories of Middle-earth, as told in The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, and The Silmarillion. This edition celebrates...

The Great Siege, Malta 1565: A Clash of Cultures In the early 16th century, the Ottoman Empire, under the leadership of Suleiman the Magnificent, sought to expand its territories and secure control...

Destruction is a unique anthology that explores the use of destruction as a creative and productive force in art. Since the early 1960s, artists have employed various methods to subvert and challenge...

Simon Magus His Philosophy and Teachings by G. R. S. Mead This book explores the life and teachings of Simon Magus, a figure who played a significant role in the development of early Christianity...

The Lost Fleet Outlands - Resolute by Jack Campbell Admiral John 'Black Jack' Geary must navigate treacherous alliances and hostile alien encounters as he leads a diplomatic and scientific mission to...

Lyra's Oxford is a beautifully illustrated story that takes place two years after the events of The Amber Spyglass. Lyra and her daemon Pantalaimon sit on the roof of Jordan College, gazing down on...

A twenty-six-word phrase of hope: God's love, life, and a call to action. This concise yet powerful message has stood the test of time, urging us to respond to God's love. If you're new to the Bible,...

For fans of science fiction skirmish games, a new resource has been developed to help keep games varied and exciting. John Lambshead presents 36 missions of varying complexity, each with clear...

Richard Holmes presents a compelling account of John Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough, a man who rose from humble beginnings to become Britain's greatest soldier. Churchill's military prowess was...

Casey Blue's victory at the Badminton Horse Trials has earned her and her horse Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event. However, this dream come true soon turns into a...

Wales: England's Colony? explores the complex and often fraught relationship between Wales and England, from the earliest days of Welsh history to the present day. The conquest of Wales by England...

The Last Shepherd by Wilbur Smith tells the story of Jesus' ministry in Palestine during a time of great turmoil. As the Roman Empire's influence grew, so did corruption and division among the...

The Naming of the Dead by Ian Rankin is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of human nature. When a murder takes place, the initial reaction is one of indifference, given the victim's...

The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens by Helena Kelly A fresh perspective on one of Britain's most beloved authors reveals a complex and troubled individual. For 150 years, the authorised biography...

Maryam of Bethlehem: The Little Arab is a remarkable account of a young woman's extraordinary life. Born into poverty, Maryam's early years were marked by hardship, but it was not until she lost her...

James E. Files, the man who fired the fatal headshot from the infamous grassy knoll, reveals more chilling details surrounding the events that led up to the assassination of President John F. Kennedy...

The Thing: The History of a Franchise In 1982, Universal Pictures released a new horror film that would go on to become a cult classic, but was initially met with negative reviews. Today, John...

The Theory and Practice of Enochian Magic Institute for Hermetic Studies Monograph Series by Alfred DeStefano III and Mark Stavish Enochian magic has been a source of fascination and sometimes fear...

The Legend of Lee Harvey Oswald: An Annotated Investigation The assassination of John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963, remains one of the most enduring unsolved mysteries in American history. George...

Tittenhurst Park History, Gardens, & Architecture Explore the fascinating history of Tittenhurst Park, a stunning estate that has played host to some of the most iconic figures in music. From its...

The American Comic Book Chronicles: The 1940s: 1945-1949 This comprehensive hardcover volume documents the comic book industry during the aftermath of World War II, a pivotal period in the medium's...

John Milton is the man the government calls when they want a problem to go away. But when he's the one who needs to disappear, he does the unthinkable. After a botched job leaves a bloody trail,...

The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government A gripping and disturbing expose of American power, The Devil's Chessboard reveals the dark underbelly of...

The Son of God has returned to Earth, but this time he's not here to save the world. Instead, he's taking a holiday. In Heaven-time, this is just a week's fishing trip, but on Earth, several hundred...

The Hitmen: A Family of Killers for Hire The Wilson family's business was simple: assassination. Brothers Eric, Keith, John, their cousin Alan, and nephew Luke worked for Ireland's criminal gangs,...

Performing for Motion Capture: A Guide for Practitioners by John Dower and Pascal Langdale The field of motion capture has revolutionized the entertainment industry, with video games now surpassing...

The Earthshot: How to Save Our Planet By Colin Butfield, Jonnie Hughes and Fred Pearce John Murray, 2021 The world faces a stark choice: continue as we are and irreparably damage our planet, or...

Astonishing X-Men Gifted by Joss Whedon and John Cassaday presents an explosive new flagship series for the X-Men. In this all-new era, Cyclops and Emma Frost re-form the team with the goal of...

A Dictionary of Economics by Nigar Hashimzade, John Black, and Gareth D. Myles is an authoritative reference work that provides clear definitions of over 3,500 key economic terms. Covering all...

The Kill Chain: Defending America in the Future of High-Tech Warfare A former senior advisor to Senator John McCain warns that America's traditional military power is under threat from emerging...

Elvis Presley's life was a complex blend of talent, fame, and excess. In "Being Elvis: A Lonely Life", veteran rock journalist Ray Connolly offers a fresh look at the career of the world's most loved...

Richard B. Hays explores how the four Gospel writers used the Hebrew Scriptures to craft their accounts of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection. The Gospels' scriptural imagination reveals a novel...

Bodies from the Library brings together 16 rare stories of crime and suspense from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction, a period when detective fiction captured the public's imagination and saw the...