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Life in Victorian London's East End is far from straightforward for Hope Daniels. Her family's public house is a hub of activity, but beneath its cheerful facade, secrets and struggles simmer just...

The Message of Job Suffering and Grace by David John Atkinson explores the complex story of Job, who faces physical and emotional affliction. This study guides readers through the Book of Job to show...

Starting Over by Jack Sheffield is a heartwarming novel set in 1952, when life was simpler and community spirit was strong. Lily has just arrived at the village school as a new teacher, eager to...

The second epic fantasy in John Gwynne's Faithful and the Fallen series follows the tumultuous Banished Lands as war rages across the realm. High King Nathair leads his holy crusade, backed by Queen...

No Caption Needed explores the power of iconic photographs in shaping public culture and liberal democracy. Through close analysis of nine influential images, Robert Hariman and John Louis Lucaites...

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...

Calvin and the Whigs: A Study in Historical Political Theology by Ruben Alvarado explores the relationship between Calvinist political theory and John Locke's Two Treatises on Civil Government...

Doris Kearns Goodwin's latest book is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the 1960s. Drawing on her own life experiences as well as historical records, she weaves together biography,...

Dan Aykroyd's Elwood's Blues: Conversations with Blues Legends and Stars This entertaining collection brings together some of the most iconic names in blues and rock music, as interviewed by Dan...

Roald Amundsen's remarkable journey to the South Pole is a story of perseverance and determination. The Norwegian explorer recounts how his interest in exploration was sparked by a gift of memoirs...

Hardcover, 320 pages, English language. The story of Manchester United's greatest era is told through the eyes of the players who made it happen. From the dressing room to the boardroom, Andy Mitten...

Discover the captivating story of Venice, a city renowned for its breathtaking art and rich history. From the Renaissance to the present day, this elegant volume takes you on a visual journey through...

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time: Abridged for Schools A stage adaptation of Mark Haddon's bestselling novel, this play brings the story of Christopher John Francis Boone to life...

The One Dollar Horse: Fire Storm Book 3 by Lauren St John As the Burghley Horse Trials approach, Casey Blue's life is put on the line. With fame, her champion horse Storm, and a boyfriend who loves...

London's Soho lay in ruins on a cold December morning in 1940. The air raid had left the heart of British book publishing scorched, and the streets were eerily quiet. A devastating Christmas had...

Fatal Proof by John Fairfax is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark world of crime and deception. When Karmen Naylor, an estranged daughter of a south London crime boss, is accused of...

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, Geraldine Brooks' historical novel and love story explores the complexities of human experience. The story follows John March, a chaplain on the...

The Legacy of Arab-Islam in Africa: A Quest for Inter-religious Dialogue by John Alembillah Azumah This thought-provoking book challenges the conventional view of the role of Islam in African...

Art as Therapy by Alain Botton and John Armstrong offers a fresh perspective on the role of art in everyday life. This accessible book proposes that art can be a useful tool for managing the...

Tennessee Williams's life was a turbulent and passionate journey, marked by a single-minded pursuit of greatness. This biography, written by acclaimed theatre critic John Lahr, sheds new light on the...

The Bible and Mental Health: Towards a Biblical Theology of Mental Health This timely and important book explores how we can use scripture to explore questions of mental health within a Christian...

Biggles Sees It Through by Captain W. E. Johns is a gripping tale of espionage and adventure. In the midst of the Finnish struggle against Soviet aggression, Biggles and his companions are tasked...

Quick and easy Middle Eastern-inspired recipes to brighten up your cooking routine.Feeling stuck in a cooking rut? John Gregory-Smith's Fast Feasts offers a fresh approach to flavourful meals, with...

George Eliot's Middlemarch is a masterful portrayal of a small town in the midst of change. Set in the 19th-century Midlands, the novel explores the complex lives of its inhabitants as they navigate...

Jesus Loves Me: A Guide to Essential Christian Beliefs In a world where truth is often questioned, John S. Dickerson helps believers understand what they believe. By exploring the simple yet profound...

Sherlock's Squadron: The Incredible True Stories of the Unsung RAF Heroes of World War Two This book tells the remarkable story of John "Sherlock" Holmes, a young RAF pilot who flew with 196 Squadron...

The Trader, the Owner, the Slave: Parallel Lives in the Age of Slavery This new interpretation of the world of slavery and its historic end in April 1807 examines the lives of three individuals...

In the heart of one of the world's most pristine wilderness areas, a mysterious legend has captivated the imagination of people for centuries. John Zada embarks on a journey to uncover the truth...

Cruel Kings and Mean Queens by Terry Deary is a humorous history book that delves into the darker side of royalty. With its unique blend of fascinating facts and engaging storytelling, this fully...

The Letters of T.S. Eliot: 1898-1922 by Thomas Stearns Eliot This fifth volume of the collected letters of poet, playwright, essayist, and literary critic Thomas Stearns Eliot covers the years 1930...

A charming new pocket edition of one of Tolkien's major pieces of short fiction, Smith of Wootton Major is a tale of wonder and enchantment. Written by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien, this story began as...

Thomas Starzl's memoirs offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of a pioneering transplant surgeon. Born in LeMars, Iowa, to a family with a strong connection to science fiction, Starzl pursued...

The Death of Robin Hood by Angus Donald War rages across England as the barons rise against King John's treachery. Fighting alongside them is the Earl of Locksley, once the outlaw Robin Hood, and his...

The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in a changing United States. Their fortune was built by William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man who founded the...

A Dictionary of Electronics and Electrical Engineering by Andrew Butterfield and John Szymanski is a comprehensive reference guide covering key terms, theories, and practices in electronics and...

Rudolf Diesel's life was one of incredible success and mysterious disappearance. In 1913, he boarded the steamship Dresden, bound for England with his revolutionary internal combustion engine, set to...

Musical Theatre: A History is a comprehensive guide to the art form and its evolution over 25 centuries. With a unique blend of artistic appreciation and business insight, John Kenrick explores...

Sailing Around the UK and Ireland: A Practical Guide for Day Sails This comprehensive guide is based on a highly successful series of articles in Practical Boat Owner magazine. Roger Oliver shares...

The Drop and the List by Mick Herron In the world of espionage, a drop is more than just a passing of secret information - it's a matter of life and death. For Solomon Dortmund, a retired spy,...

Under the Black Hat: My Life in the WWE and Beyond Legendary wrestling announcer Jim Ross shares a candid and colorful memoir about his inner workings in the WWE and the personal crises he weathered...

The Man-Eaters of Tsavo is a gripping account of a remarkable true story. Written by John Henry Patterson in 1907, the book recounts his experiences overseeing the construction of a railroad bridge...

Crow Culture: A New Perspective The influence of crows and ravens on human culture is well-documented, from ancient cave paintings to modern art. However, the authors of this book argue that the...

Alice Coltrane: A Musical Visionary Rediscovered Alice Coltrane (1937-2007) was a groundbreaking artist whose innovative music bridged genres and transcended time. For decades, she was overshadowed...

The Plantagenets: The Kings who Made England The Plantagenet dynasty, which ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century, was a complex and often tumultuous period in British history. From the...

Simon Winchester's Exactly How Precision Engineers Created the Modern World is a fascinating exploration of the origins of precision engineering and its impact on our daily lives. From the early...

Old Ireland in Colour is a stunning collection of colourised photographs that bring to life the history of Ireland and the Irish people. Using cutting-edge technology and meticulous research, John...

The Pop Art movement, which reached its peak in the 1960s, was a radical response to conventional approaches to art and culture. It challenged the very notion of what constitutes art, questioning the...

Three gripping novellas from the master of the legal thriller, John Grisham, are collected in this single volume. Appealing entertainment for fans of the genre, these stories showcase Grisham's skill...

Understanding Superhero Comic Books: A History of Key Elements, Creators, Events and Controversies This comprehensive study delves into the origins and evolution of superhero comic books, exploring...

A Christmas Bestiary is a guidebook to the horrors that await us during the darkest time of the year. Benni Bødker and John Kenn Mortensen have journeyed far and wide to catalog the most frightful...

The Magna Carta: The True Story Behind the Charter by David Starkey In 1215, a crisis in England led to a turning point in the country's history. King John's costly campaign to retake his ancestral...

Edmund Phelps is a leading figure in economics, known for his groundbreaking work on unemployment, inflation, and innovation. In "My Journeys in Economic Theory", he shares the story of his life's...

English Church Music, Volume 2: Canticles and Responses is a comprehensive collection of sacred choral music. This second volume in the Oxford Choral Classics series presents a diverse range of...

Robert J. Wagner's memoir is a poignant and introspective account of his life, love, and career in Hollywood. From his early days as a salaried actor to his rise alongside stars like Spencer Tracy...

The tranquil atmosphere of Barchester's cathedral town is shattered by a scandal involving the financial affairs of a church-run almshouse for elderly men. Septimus Harding, the well-meaning warden,...

Sherlock Holmes and the Shadwell Shadows is a gripping mystery novel that delves into the darker side of Victorian London. In 1880, Dr John Watson returns from Afghanistan with a traumatic experience...

Behind the scenes of the WWE, a world of chaos and surrealism awaits. Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz shares his untold stories from a career spanning over 15 years, featuring the biggest names...

The Pursuit of Happiness: A New Exploration of the Founders' Quest for Virtue In this thought-provoking book, Jeffrey Rosen delves into the lives of six influential Founders, exploring how their...

Dewdrops on a Lotus Leaf: Zen Poems of Ryokan is a collection of serene and contemplative verses by one of Japan's most beloved Zen poets. Born in 1758, Ryokan's life journey is beautifully captured...

Leonard Bernstein's life was one of enormous celebrity, but to his eldest daughter, Jamie, he was a complex and multifaceted man. In "Famous Father Girl", Jamie Bernstein offers a deeply intimate and...

The First Crossing: Alcock and Brown's 1919 Trans-Atlantic Flight In 1919, two Royal Air Force officers, Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten Brown, achieved a remarkable feat, crossing...

Elizabeth of the Trinity: Her Life and Spirituality Elizabeth of the Trinity was a vibrant prophet of the presence of God, as described by Pope John Paul II. This book offers a compelling look into...

The Porsche 911, 1965-1989 is a comprehensive repair manual that provides detailed instructions and photographs for the DIY enthusiast and professional alike. Written by John Haynes, this manual is...

The Looming Tower: Al Qaeda's Road to 9/11 This book tells the full story of Al Qaeda, from its roots to the events of 9/11. It explores the lives of the people behind the organization, including...

Malice is an epic coming-of-age fantasy inspired by mythology and the Iron Age. In a world where the past still haunts the present, young Corban watches as boys become warriors, learning the art of...

The Boglehead's Guide to Investing is a straightforward guide to investing, based on the principles of John C. Bogle. It offers practical advice on how to invest successfully, highlighting the...

Elizabeth of Lancaster, sister to the future King Henry IV, has learned the shrewd tricks of the court from England's most powerful men. In a time of political turmoil, allegiance to family is...

A Marriage of Fortune by Anne O'Brien is a beautifully researched novel set in 15th-century England. Against the backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, the Paston family faces a desperate struggle to...

Memory and the Brain explores the fascinating psychology and neuroscience of human memory, from the very beginning of life to its end. Written by a world expert, John P. Aggleton, this book delves...

Bodies from the Library 6 brings together a diverse collection of lost and forgotten tales from the Golden Age of detection. This latest volume features an eclectic mix of stories by classic crime...

A Game of Thrones: The Illustrated Edition by George R. R. Martin is a lavishly illustrated special edition of the first book in the A Song of Ice and Fire series. Published to celebrate the...

The Secret History of the American Empire: The Truth About Economic Hit Men, Jackals, and How to Change the World In this thought-provoking exposé, John Perkins reveals the inner workings of the...

The Golden Spruce: A True Story of Myth, Madness and Greed In 1997, a shocking act of violence was committed in the heart of North America's last great forest. A British Columbia timber scout, driven...

Dancing on Eggshells Kitchen, Ballroom and the Messy Inbetween is a deeply personal memoir by John Whaite, winner of The Great British Bake Off and runner-up of Strictly Come Dancing. This nuanced...

When the Cold War's grip begins to loosen, Luke Daniels is tasked with finding the legendary library of Ivan the Terrible - a treasure that could hold the key to preventing a catastrophic threat from...

The Shaping of Middle-earth: The Quenta, the Ambarkanta and the Annals, Together with the Earliest 'Silmarillion' and the First Map by John Ronald Reuel Tolkien. This fourth volume in The History of...

The Big Book of Serial Killers by Jack Rosewood is a comprehensive A-Z encyclopedia of 150 serial killers from around the world. This reference book provides a detailed look at some of the most...

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass have enchanted readers for over a century with their unique blend of whimsy and logic. These two beloved novels, first published in 1865...

Discover the secrets of self-control and learn how to master it with the help of renowned psychologist Roy F. Baumeister and New York Times science writer John Tierney. Their groundbreaking research...

Heidegger and the Greeks: Interpretive Essays (Studies in Continental Thought) by Drew A. Hyland;John Panteleimon Manoussakis This collection of essays explores the significant influence of Greek...

Karl Marx's Ecosocialism: A New Perspective on Capitalism and the Environment Karl Marx's work on political economy has been subject to criticism for its perceived lack of environmental consideration...

The Frontier Rangers of Colonial New England: From King Philip's War to the American Revolution The rugged landscape of 18th-century New England was home to a unique breed of warrior: the colonial...

David Bowie: A Life is an intimate portrait of a remarkable rise to stardom and one of the most fascinating lives of our time. Drawing on a series of conversations between David Bowie and Dylan Jones...

The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel A complex web of deceit and disappearance unfolds in this captivating novel, set against the backdrop of a glittering intersection of two seemingly disparate...

The ESV Archaeology Study Bible offers a unique framework for understanding the biblical text in its historical and cultural context. With editorial oversight from Dr. John Currid and Dr. David...

A Middle-earth Traveller is a richly illustrated sketchbook that takes you on an unforgettable journey across Middle-earth, from the comforts of Bag End to the perilous landscapes of Mordor. This...

Charlie Parker is on the hunt for evil in its many forms. A private investigator driven by compassion, rage, and a desire for vengeance, he is a man who will not rest when his client is dead. When...

Dorothy Dunnett's The Disorderly Knights is a gripping tale of romance and intrigue set against the backdrop of 16th-century Malta. In the midst of a brewing conflict, Francis Crawford of Lymond...

The Plague of Fantasies by Slavoj Zizek Modern society is plagued by a proliferation of electronically inspired fantasies that obscure our ability to reason and understand the world around us. In...

Dire Straits: The Inside Story of One of the Biggest Bands in Rock History Dire Straits filled giant stadiums around the world and sold hundreds of millions of records, leaving an indelible mark on...

The Fertile Void: A Practical Guide to Gestalt Coaching at Work This comprehensive handbook provides a clear and accessible introduction to the application of Gestalt principles in executive coaching...

Herne Bay Through Time by John Clancy The seaside resort of Herne Bay has a rich history, dating back to the 1830s when a group of London investors transformed it into one of the UK's earliest...

This critical history of site-specific art since the late 1960s offers a theoretical framework for examining the relationship between location and identity in the era of late capitalism. Informed by...

King by Ben Kane is the latest instalment in an epic series that has captivated readers with its thrilling tale of war and adventure.In 1192, Richard, the Lionheart, is finally free to return to his...

The SAS Shadow Raiders: An Ultra-Secret Mission That Changed the Course of WWII In the depths of World War II, a top-secret mission was devised to steal a highly-classified German radar system...

The Data Quality Blueprint: A Practical and Holistic Approach is a comprehensive guide to creating an effective and long-lasting enterprise-wide data quality solution. With 20 years of experience in...

Paul McCartney: A Life of Genius and Turmoil This biography offers a deeply personal and intimate portrait of one of music's most enduring figures. With unprecedented access to family members and...

In 1863, Lieutenant John Dunbar watches over the American frontier from his isolated posting at Fort Sedgewick. A thousand miles back east, his comrades are locked in battle with the Confederates,...

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...