1536 results for 'Aagaard, Grandmaster Jacob'

The Jacobites of Angus, 1689-1746 by David Dobson provides a comprehensive list of approximately 900 individuals who supported the Jacobite cause in Scotland during this period. These entries include...

Blindness has always been a part of life in Jacob's colony. The community lives by the philosophy of Truesight, which believes that blindness brings unity, purity and freedom. It is an exceptional...

The New Prophets of Capital by Nicole Aschoff A scathing critique of those who claim to offer solutions to capitalism's problems. In this book, Nicole Aschoff examines the ways in which some...

Like Birds by Nadine Barth is a poignant and visually stunning coming-of-age book that captures the essence of a carefree summer. The photographs, taken in spherical landscapes, offer a unique...

Claire Oldham was the face of revolution in 1980s Britain. Her life ended in brutal murder, and Martin Grove was wrongly convicted of her killing. Twenty years later, advances in forensic science...

A Lush and Seething Hell: Two Tales of Cosmic HorrorJohn Hornor Jacobs' critically-acclaimed masterful blend of psychological horror and supernatural suspense returns in this chilling collection...

Designing Denmark offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of Arne Jacobsen's life and work as an architect and designer. This book delves into previously unknown aspects of his creative life,...

A gripping reimagining of the infamous Jacob Fagin, London's most gifted pickpocket and rogue. Allison Epstein brings a fresh perspective to the world of Charles Dickens, giving Fagin a soul, a...

The South: A History of Jim Crow and Its Afterlives By Adolph L. Reed Jr. This searing history blends personal memoir with historical accounts to capture the realities of life in the last decades of...

The Jacobite Rebellion 1745-46 by Gregory Fremont-Barnes is an in-depth exploration of one of history's most complex and mythologized campaigns. This fully illustrated book dispels common myths...

This comprehensive guide to Jacobean Crewel Work and Traditional Designs is a significant contribution to the knowledge base of civilization. As it falls within the public domain, you are free to...

Thirteen-year-old Jacob Kaufman's life is marked by loss and hardship as he navigates the challenges of his Jewish heritage and the prejudices of those around him. But when the ground beneath his...

Jacob Cullen's world is turned upside down when his desire for freedom and connection leads him to take drastic action. As he flees his wedding feast with his new wife and brother, Jacob embarks on a...

W.W. Jacobs's stories are a masterclass in finding humour in everyday life. In "The Grey Parrot and Other Stories", he showcases his unique ability to craft tales that raise a laugh from even the...

A gripping new crime series from Dawn Brookes, The Bradgate Park Murders follows Carlos Jacobi as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths near Bradgate House, a location steeped in history. The...

Jacobitism and the English People, 1688-1788 by Paul Kleber Monod This study offers a comprehensive analysis of Jacobite activity in 17th and 18th-century England, exploring its impact on various...

Scotland, 1722, sets the stage for a dramatic tale of love, loyalty, and rebellion. On a remote island, an enigmatic poetess foretells tragedy for the Macdonalds of Clanranald, foreshadowing the...

The Black Jacobins Reader provides a comprehensive analysis of C. L. R. James's influential history of the Haitian Revolution. This collection brings together new scholarship and rare primary...

A Theology Of Reading: The Hermeneutics Of Love by Alan Jacobs explores how reading can be an act of love. Through a combination of theological reflection and literary analysis, Jacobs seeks to...

Leah Unnoticed. Unwanted. Unloved is a fictional retelling of one of the greatest Bible stories of all time.The story follows Leah, who lies awake beside her husband Jacob, fearing his rejection and...

The Jacobite Rebellions: A Comprehensive Military History from Killiecrankie to Culloden This in-depth history provides a comprehensive account of the Jacobite rebellions, tracing the course of the...

Four Futures: Life After Capitalism by Peter Frase This thought-provoking book presents four potential futures for humanity after capitalism. Drawing on social science and speculative fiction, Peter...

The United States Governed by Six Hundred Thousand Despots: A True Story of Slavery; A Rediscovered Narrative, with a Full Biography A groundbreaking narrative written by an ex-slave and ex-American,...

Jacob's life has taken an unexpected turn. A disastrous night out led to his hockey career hitting rock bottom, forcing him to re-evaluate his options. Now, he's focused on playing well and staying...

In 1689, a young lawyer's body is discovered near Craigleith Quarry in Edinburgh. As tensions rise in the Highlands, an army led by Bonnie Dundee seeks to crush government forces and restore James...

Jacoby 2NT is a practical guide to bridge conventions. It offers a unique quiz format for learning and practicing new conventions, as well as specially selected example hands to practice with your...

Ian Hamilton in Conversation with Dan Jacobson A unique insight into the life and work of a British literary figure, this book presents an in-depth interview between Dan Jacobson and Ian Hamilton...

The King Over the Water: A Complete History of the Jacobites A sweeping narrative that weaves together the complex and dramatic tale of the Jacobite movement in Scotland, England, and Ireland. From...

Playing the Whore: The Work of Sex Work challenges common assumptions about sex work and its treatment in society. Journalist Melissa Gira Grant, who has spent ten years writing and reporting on the...

American Modern Home by Simon Jacobsen showcases the elegant and sophisticated style of Jacobsen Architecture, which blends traditional comfort with modern design. At its core is a philosophy that...

Six sumptuous crewel birds to stitch in popular author Hazel Blomkamp's signature style. This latest title from National Geographic Books showcases six projects, each explained with detailed...

Reminiscences of a Jacobite: The Untold Story of the Rising of 1745A previously unknown letter and memorandum by Bonnie Prince Charlie has shed new light on the Jacobite rising of 1745-46, revealing...

This collection brings together six major plays from the Elizabethan and Jacobean periods, showcasing the dramatic range of this pivotal era in English theatre.Scholarly editions of The Spanish...

Tragedies of the Jacobean era offer profound insights into the human experience. Written in a tumultuous time marked by scientific discovery and religious division, these plays reflect the anxieties...

Room 606: The SAS House and the Work of Arne JacobsenThis updated edition explores the midcentury design of Danish architect and designer Arne Jacobsen through the lens of a single hotel room, Room...

Armchair Fiction presents a collection of classic horror short stories in "Horror Gems, Volume One". This paperback features works by August Derleth, Carl Jacobi, Seabury Quinn, Emil Petaja, H. Beam...

The Stealers' War by Stephen Hunt In a world torn apart by war and invasion, one man's quest for revenge could be the key to peace. Jacob Carneham seeks to lure his enemies into a trap, but at what...

The Battle of Glenshiel: A Forgotten Engagement The battle of Glenshiel, fought on 10 June 1719, is one of Scotland's most overlooked conflicts. This book offers a fresh perspective on this curious...

Discover the real story behind Scotland's fight for freedom during the 1745 Jacobite uprising. Shona Kinsella explores this pivotal moment in Scottish history, visiting key locations from the time...

Utopia or Bust: A Guide to the Present Crisis by Benjamin Kunkel is an introduction to contemporary critical theory that explores the ongoing crisis of capitalism. Written with wit and verve, this...

Discover your Scottish heritage with this unique bipartite guide to the Jacobites of 1715 and 1745 in North East Scotland.This compact volume helps individuals of Scotch-Irish descent connect their...

The Silver Tracks by Cornelia Funke is a story about two unlikely friends who find happiness in each other's company. However, their joy is short-lived as Jacob's long-lost brother Will appears,...

Lilith Healing the Wild by Tom Jacobs offers a unique perspective on the goddess Lilith and her role in our lives. After 6,000 years of imbalance between masculine and feminine energies, we are...

Katy Thatcher was fascinated by her father's work as the town doctor. She shared his curiosity about people and their stories. Katy's friendship with Jacob was built on quiet moments together,...

The Tyranny of Human Rights: From Jacobinism to the United Nations by Kerry R. Bolton explores the relationship between Enlightenment doctrines and the development of liberalism, highlighting the...

The Populist Moment: The Left After the Great Recession by Anton Jager and Arthur Borriello A wave of left-wing populist insurgencies swept across the West in the aftermath of the Great Financial...

Toussaint Louverture: A Black Jacobin in the Age of Revolutions by Charles Forsdick and Christian Høgsbjerg is a biography that explores the life of one of history's greatest anti-imperialist...

Latin America's experiments in direct democracy have been gaining momentum since 2011, with various movements expressing a commitment to radical democracy. In Venezuela, a mass rebellion by poor...

CLR James's groundbreaking work on the Haitian slave revolt and its connection to the French Revolution offers a fresh perspective on history. By examining the lesser-known stories of rebellion and...

Set in 14th-century England, Jack O' Beans is a historical romance novel that follows Jacob's journey from an ordinary boy to an extraordinary witness. After being tricked into buying some 'magic'...

Tom Jacobs' 2012: Chiron, the Aquarian Age - The Key and How to Use It is an insightful exploration of the significance of Chiron in astrology. Drawing on his experience as an evolutionary...

The Jacobites: Britain and Europe, 1688-1788 This comprehensive survey of the Jacobite phenomenon offers a fresh interpretation of the movement's impact on the development of modern Britain and...

Discover the art of crewel embroidery with Hazel Blomkamp's latest collection. This stunning book features six iconic animal portraits, each brought to life through detailed step-by-step instructions...

Edinburgh 2025. Six years after Brexit, the UK is facing a new challenge. To quell growing tensions, Westminster has appointed a Viceroy to run Scotland, deploying thousands of police from other...

The Malcontent: A Study in Discontent In the English stage, there exists a figure known as the Malcontent - a misfit, an outcast, and a cynic. This character type has been portrayed by various...

The Psychotic Left: From Jacobin France to the Occupy Movement Kerry Bolton's insightful exploration of the pathology of the left reveals a disturbing pattern of narcissism and hypocrisy among its...

A gripping new crime novel from Dawn Brookes has arrived. When Carlos Jacobi arrives in the Peak District to spend Christmas with his sister, he's drawn into a mystery that will test his skills as a...

Fabiano Caruana: 60 Memorable GamesAndrew Soltis explores the remarkable rise of Fabiano Caruana, from chess prodigy to world-class grandmaster, through an in-depth analysis of 60 key games.This book...

John Hornor Jacobs' Murder Ballads and Other Horrific Tales is a chilling collection of ten tales that delve into the darkest corners of the human heart. With masterful control, Jacobs exposes our...

Glenn "Kane" Jacobs' life story is one of unexpected twists and turns. From his days as a WWE superstar to his current role as Mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, Jacobs has always been driven by a...

The Jacobites Britain and Europe, 1688-1788 by Daniel Szechi provides a comprehensive survey of the complex phenomenon of Jacobitism across three kingdoms. This in-depth analysis explores the...

In 1951, Jacob Hampton's life is turned upside down when he marries Naomi, an uneducated hotel maid from out of town. His wealthy parents disown him, leaving him to face the reality of his new life...

Henry Kissinger: A Legacy of War and Empire The life and legacy of Henry Kissinger continue to shape global politics. This collection offers a nuanced exploration of his impact, from his role in...

In Search of My Self by Jacob Korah is a personal and introspective exploration of the author's journey to discover Truth. Through his experiences, Jacob invites readers to accompany him on this path...

Right from Wrong: My Story of Guilt and RedemptionAfter a single punch ended another man's life, Jacob Dunne was sentenced to prison for manslaughter and served 14 months. On his release, he...

This collection of essays offers fresh perspectives on Jacobitism, exploring its significance in Scottish and Irish culture, as well as its impact across Europe during the century following 1688.The...

The Jacobite Trilogy is a captivating tale of love, adventure, and community, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous civil war. This trilogy, comprising The Flight of the Heron, The Gleam in the...

The Haitian Revolution was a world-historic event that had far-reaching consequences for both Haiti and its mainland neighbor, the United States. In 1804, when Haiti declared independence, the...

C. L. R. James's groundbreaking work, The Black Jacobins, remains a pivotal study in Haitian revolutionary history. This book provides a detailed examination of how James's landmark text evolved over...

Lectures on Riemann Surfaces Jacobi Varieties by Robert C. Gunning is a comprehensive exploration of complex line bundles over compact Riemann surfaces, building upon the foundations established in...

The Bundist Counterculture in Interwar Poland by Jack Jacobs In the years leading up to World War II, the Jewish community in Poland played a significant cultural role in the Jewish diaspora. The...

Dora Fitz-Pennington and Dr Jacob Sandys are hired to investigate a death threat against Lord Elgin's Greek marbles. As they delve into London society, they uncover scandals and secrets among the...

Epiphanius of Cyprus: A New Perspective on Late Antiquity Andrew S. Jacobs explores the life and influence of Epiphanius, Bishop of Constantia on Cyprus from 367 to 403 CE. Often dismissed as an...

The Jacobites of Lowland Scotland, England, Ireland, France and Spain, 1745 is an alphabetical register of 1,500 individuals who fought for the Jacobite cause during this period. Mrs. McDonnell has...

A.J. Jacobs has received some unusual emails over the years, but one note stood out: "You don't know me, but I'm your eighth cousin, and we have over 80,000 relatives of yours in our database." This...

Harriet Jacobs's "Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl" is a powerful and poignant account of one woman's fight for survival under slavery. Written as a serial, its publication was halted due to its...

North in the World presents 121 poems by Rolf Jacobsen, one of Norway's greatest modern poets. This bilingual edition brings together award-winning English translations and the original Norwegian...

The Jacobean City Comedy examines the self-consciousness of audiences and the concern of dramatists with Jacobean society in 16th-century England. This study, first published in 1980, explores how...

Confronting one of chess's most popular defenses head-on, Gawain Jones presents a comprehensive Anti-Sicilian repertoire for White.This book is based on lines that have been successfully employed at...

Learn the strategic nuances of chess with 24 Lecciones de Ajedrez, a comprehensive guide to the game by international grandmaster Gari Kasparov.This book presents real-life games between top players...

The Pirc Move by Move is a comprehensive guide to the Pirc Defense, a dynamic counter-attacking option for Black in chess. By studying this book, you'll learn how to challenge White's central pawn...

The Catalan Move by Move is a comprehensive guide to the popular Catalan opening system in chess. By studying this book, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the Catalan and its many variations, as...

Confronting Capitalism: A Clear Map to Building a More Democratic Future Vivek Chibber provides a strategic guide to building a more democratic and egalitarian society. He explains how capitalism...

This short book by Zygmunt Bauman makes a passionate case for the value of sociology in our lives. In conversation with Michael Hviid Jacobsen and Keith Tester, Bauman argues that sociology is...

A dead body in the trash chute sets off a chain of events that forces an unlikely amateur sleuth to solve a series of crimes. Paul Jacobson's struggles with short-term memory loss and his crotchety...

Emma Hunt has spent 15 years raising her two sons, Theo and Jacob, on her own, creating what she sees as a happy and stable life for them. However, when Jacob's tutor is found dead, suspicion begins...

When Jacob Hornblower follows his brother back in time, he's determined to convince him to return home. However, his mission is soon forgotten as he becomes captivated by Liberty's sister, Sunny.A...

This fully illustrated book presents a collection of Jacobean embroidery examples, accompanied by commentary.With its rich historical context and detailed illustrations, this book provides a unique...

The Pentagon's Brain: An Uncensored History of DARPA, America's Top-Secret Military Research Agency This is the first-ever history of the Defense Department's most secret and powerful military...

Electricity Capacity Markets by Todd S. Aagaard and Andrew N. Kleit is a comprehensive analysis of the complex energy system. This book explores how capacity markets were created to enhance...

The Jacobite '45: A Military Response in Crisis In the late summer of 1745, Charles Edward Stuart's last Jacobite Rising began, leaving the British Army ill-prepared to respond. With its most...

The U.S. government's investigation into mental powers and phenomena spans over four decades, with a team of scientists and psychics working on top-secret projects. Annie Jacobsen delves into the...

This 2019 study re-examines the post-Shakespearean history plays of the Jacobean era, revealing their role in popularizing and re-appropriating Foxe's "Book of Martyrs", a key Reformation text. The...

The Battle of Killiecrankie: The First Jacobite Campaign, 1689-1691 by Jonathan Oates In the late seventeenth century, Scotland's tumultuous history took a dramatic turn as the country grappled with...

The Slave by Isaac Bashevis Singer is set in seventeenth-century Poland and tells the story of Jacob, a young Talmudic scholar who falls in love with his master's daughter, Wanda. After being sold...

Every evening, when the sun sets and it's time for bed, Jacob the Sandman starts his work. But one night he oversleeps and wakes up late! Rushing to Dream Sand Hill, he finds a scary Night Monster...

The Web of Athenaeus by Christian Jacob is a fresh and unique reading of Athenaeus's Sophists at Dinner. This work provides a map to navigate the complex paths of this enormous text, exploring its...

The Jacobite Rebellions (1689-1746) is a comprehensive account of the complex and tumultuous period in Scottish history. This book provides a detailed examination of the Jacobite risings, from the...

The Desolations of Devil's Acre is the epic conclusion to the Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children series by Ransom Riggs. Jacob Portman and his friends face deadly enemies and navigate through...

The Way the Wind Blew: A History of the Weather Underground By Ron Jacobs In the early 1970s, the Weather Underground emerged as a powerful symbol of anti-war sentiment among young Americans. Their...