3090 results for 'Polidori, John'

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...

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...

The CIA Insider's Guide to the Iran Crisis: From CIA Coup to the Brink of War This book provides a detailed analysis of the complex and often contentious history of US-Iran relations, from the...

The Ghost Runner: The Tragedy of the Man They Couldn't Stop In the 1950s, a young man's life was marked by a series of unlikely events that would ultimately define him as a runner. As a hapless...

Deep beneath the Atlantic waters off the New Jersey coast, a team of divers uncovered a long-lost secret of World War II. In 1991, John Chatterton and Richie Kohler, two experienced scuba divers,...

A Secure Base: Clinical Applications of Attachment Theory by John Bowlby The early interactions between infant and caregiver have a profound impact on an infant's social, emotional, and intellectual...

The Scotch Game is a dynamic and sharp opening in chess that has gained popularity at all levels of play. Its recent resurgence can be attributed to the innovative ideas introduced by World number...

In 1963, a shocking event shook the world: the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. In a desolate Russian penal colony, a radio broadcasts this news, setting off a chain of events that will...

The History of England by Peter Ackroyd is a comprehensive account of the Stuart dynasty, spanning from the accession of James VI to the deposition and exile of his grandson, James II. This period...

The Williamite Wars in Ireland by John Childs The Williamite Wars in Ireland was a pivotal conflict that shaped the course of Irish history. At its core, it was a struggle for power and survival,...

Budi's Story: A Heartwarming Tale of Rescue and Conservation. In the heart of Borneo, Indonesia, a young orangutan named Budi tells his incredible story of survival. After being rescued from the...

The Elements of Murder: A History of Poison by John Emsley is a fascinating narrative that explores the gruesome history of elements that can be lethal. From ancient alchemists to notorious...

Calvinism: A Very Short Introduction by Jon Balserak John Calvin was born only a few years before the Christian church in Europe was plunged into the chaos of the Protestant Reformation. His life's...

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,...

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...

The Shinar Directive: Preparing the Way for the Son of Perdition's Return The Shinar Directive is a kingdom intelligence briefing for God's people in the twenty-first century, warning of an ancient...

Neil Sedaka: Rock 'n' Roll Survivor Neil Sedaka's music career was once the epitome of success, with 25 million records sold in just five years. However, by the early 1970s, he had fallen off the...

John Locke's Two Treatises of Government and a Letter Concerning Toleration is a foundational work in political philosophy, first published anonymously in December 1689. In this comprehensive volume,...

The Exorcist Legacy: 50 Years of Fear The Exorcist, released in 1973, has become a cultural phenomenon, inspiring half a century of fear and fascination in filmgoers. This definitive story explores...

The Knights Templar Nation: How Eleven Knights Created a New Country and a Refuge for the Grail For centuries, the origins and purpose of the Knights Templar have been shrouded in mystery. In this...

The Innovators: How a Group of Hackers, Geniuses, and Geeks Created the Digital Revolution Walter Isaacson's book tells the story of the people who created the computer and the Internet, from Ada...

Discover Your Subpersonalities: Our Inner World and the People in It Have you ever felt like there are multiple versions of yourself, each with their own thoughts and feelings? This phenomenon is...

C++ All-in-One For Dummies is your comprehensive guide to mastering one of the world's most popular programming languages. With this book, you'll gain complete control over data usage and interface...

New forensic discoveries since 2000 have significantly revised our understanding of the events surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. In "Last Second in Dallas", Josiah Thompson...

The Plantagenets: The Warrior Kings and Queens Who Made England The Plantagenet dynasty, which ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century, was marked by both great achievements and devastating...

Hard Winter by William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone In the rugged landscape of Montana, two families, the Maddoxes and the Drews, have built their legacies on the land. For over a century, they...

St Nicholas Owen: A Life of Secret and Sacrifice During the tumultuous reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, being a Catholic priest in England was a death sentence. To survive, priests had to find a...

The 9th Man by Steve Berry and Grant Blackwood is a gripping historical adventure that delves into the truth behind the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. When Luke Daniels receives a...

The Barbican Estate: A 50th Anniversary Celebration This beautifully produced book marks a milestone in the history of the iconic Barbican Estate, a Grade II listed brutalist complex in London. First...

Leon Russell: A Life of Musical Innovation and Enduring Influence Leon Russell was a musician, composer, and performer whose career spanned multiple decades and genres. As a teenager, he toured with...

The Legacy of FAME: A Story of Music and Innovation In 1959, FAME Publishing opened its doors, launching the careers of legendary musicians such as Etta James, Clarence Carter, and Aretha Franklin...

Sky People: Unveiling the Hidden Stories of Mesoamerica's Alien Encounters Dr. Ardy Sixkiller Clarke embarked on a seven-year journey through Belize, Honduras, Guatemala, and Mexico, driven by a...

Teenage Kicks: My Life as an Undertone is a candid and humorous account of Michael Bradley's time in the iconic post-punk band The Undertones. In the summer of 1974, Bradley joined his school friends...

The Secret Place of Thunder: Trading Our Need to Be Noticed for a Hidden Life with Christ In our modern world, we're often led to believe that the markers of having an admirable and successful life...

Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? A Novel by Crystal Smith Paul is a multigenerational saga that spans the glamour of old Hollywood and the seductive world of modern-day showbiz. When Kitty Karr Tate...

Sam and Dean Winchester are on a road trip to the Grand Canyon, but this is no vacation for the brothers. Twenty-two years ago, their mother was lost to a mysterious and demonic supernatural force,...

William T. Vollmann's The Rifles is a sweeping and visionary work of historical fiction that explores the long struggle between Indians and Europeans in North America. The story of Sir John...

London's pubs in the early 1970s were a hotbed of musical activity, with a network of mainly Irish-owned venues providing a platform for up-and-coming talent. This book explores the evolution of...

The Lost World of the Prophets: Understanding Old Testament Prophecy and Apocalyptic Literature in Ancient Contexts Ancient prophecies and apocalyptic literature in the Old Testament can be...

William Blake Vs the World William Blake, the poet, artist, and visionary, remains an enigmatic figure, misunderstood by many. Yet, his life and work continue to fascinate, drawing people from all...

Scrambles in the Lake District - South Langdale, Coniston, Eskdale, Patterdale and High Street by John Fleetwood is a comprehensive guide to 106 scrambling routes in the south of the English Lake...

Investing with Keynes; How the World's Greatest Economist Overturned Conventional Wisdom and Made a Fortune on the Stock Market by Justyn Walsh. John Maynard Keynes was a multifaceted figure,...

The legendary 1964 Broadway run of Hamlet is one of the most famous productions of Shakespeare's most important play. Directed by John Gielgud, it was a groundbreaking concept that placed actors in...

Atlas at War! collects 50 hard-hitting stories from Atlas Comics, the company that became Marvel Comics and published more war titles than anyone in the industry between 1951 and 1960. Comics...

A Billion Years My Escape from a Life in the Highest Ranks of Scientology In 1980, Mike Rinder signed a billion-year contract, committing him to Scientology's elite inner circle, the Sea Organization...

Griselda Blanco's life was marked by a series of choices that would lead her to become one of the most notorious figures in the world of organized crime. Born in the suburbs of Medellin, she was...

The Great Formal Machinery Works: Theories of Deduction and Computation at the Origins of the Digital Age The development of the digital age owes its existence to a crucial theoretical study of logic...

Clement Attlee: A Biography of Attlee by John Bew The story of Clement Attlee's life is one of remarkable contrasts. Born into the governing class, he devoted his life to serving the poor. Attlee's...

The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter who Revealed it to the World by Lesley M. M. Blume In the aftermath of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, a secret propaganda campaign was launched...

Pray, Hope, and Don't Worry: True Stories of Padre Pio, Book II, is the latest in a series of books by Diane Allen, exploring the life and spirituality of the revered Catholic saint, Padre Pio. This...

The Last Sun by K. D. Edwards In a world where the past refuses to stay buried, Rune Saint John embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth about his family's tragic fate. As the last member of...

The Last of Its Kind: The Search for the Great Auk and the Discovery of Extinction The great auk, a flightless bird that once thrived on the remote islands of the North Atlantic, is one of the most...

The 1968 Election and Politics of Division by Michael A. Cohen In January 1965, Lyndon B. Johnson presented an ambitious vision for America, aiming to end poverty and racial injustice. However, just...

A bold and heartfelt tale of life at Green Gables, set in rural Prince Edward Island in the nineteenth century, introduces Marilla Cuthbert, a young girl of thirteen, whose world is turned upside...

Injustice: Gods Among Us Year Three: The Complete Collection A graphic novel collection that brings together the most epic struggle in the Injustice: Gods Among Us saga. The world is torn apart as...

A spellbinding story about love, faith, and the search for utopia, set against the backdrop of a remarkable experiment in communal living. In the late 1960s, two lovers from different worlds...

The Predictioneer's Game: Using the Logic of Brazen Self-Interest to See and Shape the Future Game theory is a simple yet powerful idea: people compete, and they always act in their own best interest...

The Murdaugh Family Murders: A Dark Legacy of Power and Privilege In the heart of South Carolina's low country, the Murdaugh name has long been synonymous with wealth and influence. But behind the...

Beyond the Farthest Star Restored Edition is a science fiction adventure novel that was first published in 1941. The book tells the story of a protagonist who is transported to a distant planet,...

Death of a Generation: How the Assassinations of Diem and JFK Prolonged the Vietnam War The assassination of President John F. Kennedy has long been a source of speculation about how America and the...

Leon Russell: A Life of Musical Innovation and Enduring Legacy Leon Russell was a true original, a musician, composer, and performer whose influence on rock 'roll history is still felt today. His...

River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile A tale of adventure and rivalry, set against the backdrop of colonial Africa, where the location of the...

Harry Dean Stanton: Hollywood's Zen Rebel Harry Dean Stanton was a Hollywood legend, known for his extraordinary skill as a character actor. This biography, the first to be written about him, sheds...

The Rise and Fall of the Secret Service: A Story of Reform and Scandal. Carol Leonnig's latest book is a comprehensive account of the Secret Service, from its humble beginnings in 1865 to its current...

John Newton is best known for his iconic hymn "Amazing Grace," but his legacy extends far beyond his conversion from the slave trade. For forty years, Newton served as a pastor, ministering to those...

Rammstein on Fire: New Perspectives on the Music and Performances This collection of 13 essays offers a diverse range of perspectives on Rammstein's music and live performances. Exploring topics from...

Yoko Ono is a story about a young girl who dreamed of connection and creativity. Growing up in Japan, she longed for time with her busy parents, so she found ways to express herself, like writing...

A collection of 45 beloved songs arranged in tablature for 3-string Open GDG cigar box guitars. Each song includes tablature, chords, lyrics and additional information, making it easy to learn and...

Building a simple wooden house is a dream shared by many. This step-by-step guide provides the tools and expertise needed to turn that dream into a reality. With over 100 pictures and plans, you'll...

The Collected Poems of Wallace Stevens: A Monument to Literary Achievement Wallace Stevens' Collected Poems is a definitive collection of the American poet's work, carefully curated to showcase his...

Harry Smith's paper airplanes are a testament to his eclectic and enigmatic nature. Over the course of nearly two decades, he collected 251 examples from the streets of New York City, each one a...

The Genesis 16-50, Volume 2 commentary by Gordon J. Wenham is a comprehensive analysis of the biblical text, drawing on extensive scholarly research and expertise. This volume is part of the highly...

The 12 Principles of Remote Viewing: A Clear Guide to the Foundations of the Remote Viewing Method This concise guide provides a clear introduction to the core elements of remote viewing, a...