4406 results for 'Birnes, William J.'

In 1944, Germany, Louise struggles to find her footing as she's forced down from a cattle car, surrounded by terrified women. Her heart sinks as she recalls her sister's warnings, a constant reminder...

The Wizard and the Prophet: Science and the Future of Our Planet by Charles C. Mann In the 20th century, two scientists, Norman Borlaug and William Vogt, left an indelible mark on our understanding...

Black Artists in British Art A History Since the 1950s by Eddie Chambers explores the contributions of black artists to the British art scene since the mid-twentieth century. This book tells the...

Venus Williams shares her approach to achieving success and wellness in this inspiring guide. After being diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, Venus found that by adopting eight key principles -...

Repeating patterns can bring joy and harmony to everyday life. This book explores the power of repeat patterns in interior design, uncovering lessons from the work of influential designers such as...

Discover the incredible story of Emma Raducanu, the young tennis champion who has captured the hearts of the world.From her humble beginnings to her meteoric rise to fame, this biography throws you...

The Five Giants: A Masterpiece of Modern History This comprehensive history of the British Welfare State is now fully revised and updated for the 21st Century. Nicholas Timmins masterfully captures...

Tony Stark's world has been turned upside down. His company and fortune are gone, leaving him with nothing but the ghosts of his past. But as he faces a new threat, he is not alone - Ironheart stands...

Tom Slemen presents another collection of supernatural stories with a Liverpool connection in Haunted Liverpool 8. Many of these tales have been shared directly with him, while others were uncovered...

The True Story of the Great Escape Stalag Luft III, March 1944 by Jonathan Franklin William Vance In the midst of World War II, a small army of Allied soldiers embarked on an audacious covert...

Kathy Acker's groundbreaking novel Blood and Guts in High School is a raw and unflinching portrayal of youth, rebellion, and self-discovery. Written in a unique blend of prose, poetry, and...

The Lark Ascending: People, Music and Landscape in Twentieth-Century Britain by Richard King. Ralph Vaughan Williams' iconic piece of music has long been associated with the idyllic English...

Nat Tate: An American Artist 1928-1960 by William Boyd is a biography that delves into the world of modern art and the politics of authenticity. In 1960, artist Nat Tate set out to burn his entire...

The Philosophy of Coffee by Brian Williams explores the fascinating history and culture of coffee, tracing its origins in northeast Africa over a millennium ago to its current status as a global...

Henry IV Part I by William Shakespeare This history play combines a coming-of-age narrative with a tale of power, rebellion, friendship, and betrayal. At its heart is the complex relationship between...

Sacred Knowledge: A Groundbreaking Exploration of Psychedelics and Religious Experiences. This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of psychedelics on human consciousness and religious...

The third instalment in the Holcroft Blood series is set against the tumultuous backdrop of 17th-century Ireland. In August 1689, Captain Holcroft Blood prepares to unleash his cannons on the...

The Dog Who Came In from the Cold by Alexander McCall Smith is a humorous and affectionate tale of love, life, and philosophy. In this latest installment of his delightful series, Pimlico's residents...

Formula One has long been associated with glamour and high-speed racing. However, behind the scenes, a more complex story unfolded in 2019. William Storey, founder of British energy drink startup...

The Crown Jewels: An Official Illustrated History This sumptuous volume presents a complete inventory of every item of the Crown Jewels, a collection steeped in English history and still in use today...

Count all the way to Christmas Eve with the Cat Family in this delightful advent calendar-style book. With over 140 flaps to open, you'll help the Cat Family decorate, bake, and prepare their home...

In the ravaged world of Telluria, a devastating holy war has returned humanity to the disorganization of the Middle Ages. Europe, China, and Russia have fragmented into little nations, each...

Laura Ingalls lived in a little house in the Big Woods of Wisconsin with her family. As winter approached, she worked hard to help prepare the house for the cold days ahead. Soon, frost covered the...

Georgia Williams' murder was a shocking crime that shocked the nation with its chilling execution and horrific sexual depravity. However, as her devastated mother Lynnette and father Steve...

The Fate of a King by K. M. Ashman In the aftermath of Edward the Confessor's death, the fate of England hangs in the balance. Harold Godwinson, anointed king by Edward, must navigate the treacherous...

The Wardle Family and Its Circle: Textile Production in the Arts and Crafts Era This book tells the story of the Wardle family, a family of entrepreneurs who played a significant role in the...

The Science of Economics in Crisis Economics is a discipline plagued by internal inconsistencies, with leading economists and governments often at odds over policy. This has led to a crisis of...

Discover the fascinating world of languages and dialects in Europe, where the past and present blend together in unexpected ways. Gaston Dorren's engaging guide takes you on a journey through the...

As the summer heat intensifies, two New Orleans families face a storm that will alter the course of their lives forever. In the Lower Ninth Ward, carpenter SJ Williams navigates the challenges of his...

The Wealth of Ideas: A History of Economic Thought This book provides a comprehensive history of economic thought, tracing its development from prehistory to the present day. Alessandro Roncaglia...

The Lusitania's Final Crossing: A Tragic Tale of War and Hubris. On 1st May 1915, the luxury ocean liner Lusitania set sail from New York, bound for Liverpool. As she traversed the Atlantic, her...

Bio Art Altered Realities by William Myers explores the intersection of art and biotechnology. As our understanding of the natural world evolves, the boundaries between living organisms and...

William Neill's photographs are a testament to the magic that occurs when light, land, and camera converge. In this collection, he shares his insights and experiences as a landscape photographer,...

Nathan Field, a young actor, arrives at the newly rebuilt Globe Theatre in London to play Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream. As rehearsals begin, strange echoes of the past start to haunt him, and he...

The 1970s Wales Rugby Team: A Golden Age of Sporting Brilliance Between 1969 and 1979, the Welsh rugby team experienced an extraordinary period of success, winning or sharing eight Five Nations...

The Really Quite Good British Cookbook brings together 100 beloved recipes from Britain's top chefs, cooks, bakers, and local heroes. From Nigella Lawson's Chocolate Guinness Cake to Jamie Oliver's...

Industrial music encompasses a diverse range of sounds, from Einstürzende Neubauten's pounding drums to Throbbing Gristle's processed electronic groans. However, its stylistic breadth and subcultural...

The Art of Living Vipassana Meditation as Taught by S.N. Goenka Vipassana is an ancient technique of meditation that originated over 2,500 years ago and was rediscovered in India in the 20th century...

The Poison Song (the Winnowing Flame Trilogy 3) by Jen Williams is an epic conclusion to the trilogy. Exhilarating fantasy fans will be enthralled by this finale, which brings together the heroes of...

The Burma Campaign: Disaster into Triumph 1942-45 by Frank McLynn Frank McLynn's vivid account of the Burma Campaign is a gripping and intense portrayal of one of the most punishing military...

Liverpool, 1940. The war finally ends, but for two women, Nancy Kerris and Jess Williams, it brings only new challenges. Nancy marries an Australian, leaving behind her life and friend in Liverpool...

The Whole Proceedings Before The Coroner's Inquest at Oldham, &c. on The Body of John Lees, Who Died of Sabre Wounds at Manchester, August 16, 1819 This collection provides a detailed account of the...

Jenny Williams has come to an outback mining town in search of answers about her missing cousin. As she delves into the local cold case, she uncovers secrets that lead her to question everything. A...

The Final Flight of Shuttle Columbia: A Story of Failure and Redemption On 1 February 2003, the space shuttle Columbia disintegrated just 37 miles above Texas, resulting in the loss of seven brave...

Lincolnshire has long been a county with a rich history and a plethora of fascinating stories to tell. In "It Happened in Lincolnshire", author David Clark explores the county's myths, legends,...

The Summer We Turned Green by William Sutcliffe is a heartwarming and humorous novel about one family's journey to save the planet. When Luke's life is turned upside down, he finds himself caught up...

Helping you turn your dissertation into a publishable book is at the heart of this practical guide. Since its first edition in 2005, From Dissertation to Book has been a trusted resource for young...

A Killing on the Hill A Thriller by Robert Dugoni is a gripping new thriller set in Seattle during the Great Depression. In 1933, a murder at a social club on Profanity Hill sets off a chain of...

William Perkin's experiment had ended in disaster, but the resulting brown sludge held an unexpected secret: its ability to dye everything it touched a brilliant purple. This chance discovery would...

Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most Out of Life with Attention Deficit DisorderBuilding on the breakthroughs of their previous work, Drs Edward M. Hallowell and John J. Ratey offer a...

The Alibi Girl by C. J. Skuse is a gripping psychological thriller about a woman with a secret. Joanne's life is a complex web of alibis, each one a carefully constructed disguise to conceal her true...

In an era of relativism and scepticism, the concept of historical truth is facing a significant challenge. Richard J. Evans presents a compelling case for the importance of defending history against...

In Search of Excellence is a seminal business book that has stood the test of time. Based on a study of 43 of America's best-run companies, the book identifies eight common attributes of excellence...

Orla and the Serpent's Curse by C. J. Haslam is a darkly comic adventure set in Cornwall. A mysterious glowing necklace in the woods sets off a chain of events that reveals Orla may have uncovered an...

Death on the Dream by J. A. Rainbow is a gripping mystery novel that follows Ellie and Kate as they embark on a dream cruise with their aunt. However, their relaxing getaway quickly turns into a...

A violent murder sets off a chain of events in this gripping thriller from P. J. Tracy. Kelly Ramage's disappearance and subsequent murder are the focus of Detectives Gino and Magozzi's...

The Making of a Funeral Director by Janice J. Richardson is a personal and compassionate account of one woman's journey into a career as a funeral director. At its core, being a funeral director is...

Stanley Tookie Williams' memoir is a gripping account of his personal revolution, from his early days as a Crips co-founder to his later work as an anti-gang activist and Nobel Peace Prize nominee...

A Farmer Boy's Special Day is a heartwarming picture book about Almanzo Wilder's birthday, a day filled with farm chores and fun. On this special day, Almanzo stays home from school and receives a...

Edward de Vere and the Shakespeare Printers by Robert Sean Brazil This book explores the connection between Edward de Vere, the 17th Earl of Oxford, and the works of William Shakespeare. De Vere was...

Gin Palace Girl by Gracie Hart is a story about a young woman who finds herself at a crossroads in her life. Orphaned as a child, Mary is taken in by her mother's friend and raised as her own, but...

John Bellamy Foster's Marx's Ecology challenges conventional interpretations of Marx and offers a more rational approach to the current environmental crisis. By examining Marx's neglected writings on...

Shakespeare on Toast Getting a Taste for the Bard is a fresh take on the life and works of William Shakespeare. Actor, producer and director Ben Crystal revisits his acclaimed book to celebrate the...

Christina Rossetti was born into an Italian family in England, and as the youngest of four siblings, she grew up with a passion that would eventually define her life's work. Despite being known for...

C.S. Lewis was commemorated in Poets' Corner, Westminster Abbey, 50 years after his death, marking a significant milestone in his legacy. This anthology brings together addresses from the...

The Ghost Pirates and Other Revenants of the Sea is the third volume in a five-volume series collecting the complete fiction of William Hope Hodgson. A professional merchant mariner for much of his...

The Uses of Idolatry by William T. Cavanaugh explores the concept of idolatry in modern society, tracing its roots back to Max Weber's work on rationalization and the rise of Western capitalism. In...

The Blooding by James McGee In 1812, America is at war with Britain. Matthew Hawkwood, a former soldier and spy, has arrived in America with a plan to reach the British lines in Canada. However, when...

Creative Histories of Witchcraft France, 1790-1940 by Poppy Corbett, Anna Kisby Compton, and William G. Pooley presents thirteen tools for creative-academic research into magic, exploring the...

Thomas Kydd's latest adventure begins with a dramatic turn of events. Two years after being spirited away to serve his country, he and the crew of the Duke William find themselves shipwrecked in...

The first in Ken Follett's Century Trilogy, Fall of Giants is a gripping novel that weaves together five families' lives during the tumultuous years leading up to World War I. As the world teeters on...

William Sidis' 1925 work explores the idea that life originated from asteroids and proposes a synthesis of mechanical and vitalist life models. He also suggests that stars undergo an eternally...

The Secret Life of the Adder: The Vanishing Viper The adder, Britain's only venomous snake, is facing a dire future unless urgent action is taken to conserve it. With its population in decline and...

A comprehensive study of Kant's philosophical system, this work provides insights into both the intricacies of his thought and its broader implications. Over several years of research, the author has...

A Song from Dead Lips by William Shaw is a gripping police thriller set against the backdrop of 1960s London. A young woman's naked body is found strangled in an alley, and DS Cathal Breen is tasked...

Unlocking the Church: A Forgotten Revolution in Social and Architectural History The Victorian era saw a profound transformation in the way churches were designed and experienced. From 1800 to 1900,...

The Lions Finally Roar: A Story of Triumph and Redemption in the NFL. In 1963, William Clay Ford made a bold bid to buy the Detroit Lions, securing the team's future with a then-unprecedented $6...

Walsingham and the English Imagination explores the cultural significance of the Shrine of our Lady of Walsingham, a medieval pilgrimage site devoted to the Virgin Mary. Gary Waller examines how this...

William Shakespeare's works offer profound insights into the nature of power and its corrupting influence. In "Tyrant", Stephen Greenblatt explores how the playwright's characters grapple with the...

The Fliegende Holländer is a vocal score of the famous German opera, translated into English by Rev J. Troutbeck and Baker. This edition features the original German and English texts, making it an...

Structure your essay with confidence on J. B. Priestley's An Inspector Calls with this clear and concise guide. Written by R. P. Davis, a qualified teacher and author, this book provides a...

An Unspeakable Sadness: The Dispossession of the Nebraska Indians by David J. Wishart is a meticulously researched study that examines the impact of land acquisition on the indigenous peoples of...

The Savior by J. R. Ward is a gripping novel that delves into the darker corners of human nature. When a scientist's world is turned upside down, she finds herself at the centre of a deadly game. As...

The Internationalists And Their Plan to Outlaw War by Oona Anne Hathaway and Scott J. Shapiro A major shift in international relations occurred after World War II, as nations moved from an era where...

Covet by J. R. Ward is a story about redemption and the power of love to change lives.When Jim Heron, a man consumed by revenge, becomes a fallen angel, he is given a new mission: to save the souls...

The Last Highway by R. J. Ellory is a gripping mystery that delves into the dark secrets and sinister conspiracies of Appalachia. When Victor Landis, a sheriff from one county, discovers his...

The Gunpowder Plot by Herbert Thurston S J A new edition of this 2016 publication presents a fresh perspective on the infamous plot. Contrary to popular claims, the author argues that the conspiracy...

The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom tells the story of a young boy sent to America with only an old guitar and six precious strings. As he travels through the musical landscape of the...

A Different Drummer by William Melvin Kelley is a powerful exploration of racial tension and collective action in the American South. In 1962, a young black farmer named Tucker Caliban made a...

The Portable Beat Reader brings together the most significant writing of the Beat Generation, a movement that swept through American literature in the late 1940s and 1950s. This collection features...

Macbeth, a haunting tale of ambition and terror, is presented in a beautifully bound edition of the Macmillan Collector's Library. Illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, this edition also...

Richard II, a history play by William Shakespeare, dramatizes the rebellion of Henry Bolingbroke, who eventually becomes King of England. This Penguin Shakespeare edition is edited by Stanley Wells...

Life in the Big Woods is a story about the Ingalls family and their home in the forest. The family lives in a little house with Ma, Pa, Mary, Laura, and baby Carrie inside, while the wild animals,...

A Taste of the Liverpool Way: A Recipe for Success by Mona Nemmer, Dave Cottrell, Liverpool Football Club, William Hughes, and Chris Brereton is a unique insight into the key factors behind Liverpool...

The Cambridge Companion to Civil Disobedience by William E. Scheuerman The theory and practice of civil disobedience have taken on renewed importance in recent times, as individuals and groups seek...

Play-Making: How to Write Plays is a comprehensive guide for aspiring playwrights, offering essential techniques for crafting a quality stage play. William Archer presents traditional play...

Dimple Pennington's life has shrunk to the size of a phone screen. As an aspiring lifestyle influencer, she's struggling to find her place in the world. But when her half-siblings - Nikisha, Danny,...

Shakespeare Beyond Doubt? Exposing an Industry in Denial challenges the widely-held assumption that William Shakespeare wrote the famous plays and poems. A dozen scholars present a compelling case...

William James' philosophical and psychological examination of the nature of religion in human civilization is presented in "The Varieties of Religious Experience". Based on his Gifford Lectures given...

The Problem with Perfect by Philip William Stover is a heartwarming and humorous romance that explores the complexities of identity and beauty. When Ethan Wells discovers his brother-in-law, Chase...