2173 results for 'Brian Aldiss'

Becoming Zimbabwe: A History from the Pre-colonial Period to 2008This comprehensive history spans over 1,150 years, from 850 to 2008, and explores the complex and often tumultuous journey of a...

A poem for every day of the year, Days Like These offers a fresh perspective on the world around us. From the quirky to the curious, each poem is inspired by a significant event associated with its...

The Navigators of Dune is the final book in the Schools of Dune trilogy, set 10,000 years before the events of Dune. This epic conclusion to the series explores the origins of the Bene Gesserit...

Still Pickled After All These Years is a collection of comic strips that has captured the hearts of fans worldwide since its debut in 1990. The strip's enduring popularity is a testament to its...

Song for the Unraveling of the World A new short story collection from a modern master of the form, walking the tightrope between literary fiction, sci-fi, and horror. In these stories, doubt,...

Linux for the Superuser: A Comprehensive Guide to the Linux Operating System Understand the inner workings of Linux and take control of your computer. Unlike other operating systems, Linux provides...

A remarkable tale of survival against the odds, 81 Days Below Zero recounts the incredible story of a World War II pilot who survived a plane crash in the frozen wilderness of Alaska.On a routine...

A 1999 snapshot of American film culture on the brink of the Millennium, Best. Movie. Year. Ever. is a celebration and analysis of the movies that defined that year. From Fight Club to The Sixth...

This guide provides a step-by-step introduction to DMR, a powerful system for linking amateur radio and the Internet. You can link your handheld radio to repeaters, individuals, or talk groups...

The Invention of Hugo Cabret is a captivating mystery that follows the life of Hugo, a young orphan who keeps to himself in the walls of a busy train station in Paris. His survival depends on secrets...

Dune: Hunters of Dune is a science fiction novel that continues the story of Paul Muad'Dib, resurrected from the past to face a mysterious Enemy threatening the universe. Aboard a sophisticated...

London's gang warfare was a brutal and complex phenomenon that predated the infamous Krays. In the early 20th century, rival gangs clashed in violent battles over territory and pride. The Bethnal...

This book is a fun and accessible guide to safe, healthy, and productive screen time for kids. It's perfect for anyone getting their first phone or tablet, or for parents looking for ways to set...

Dune: House Harkonnen is the second book in the epic prequel series to Frank Herbert's Dune. This major motion picture sequel explores the complex tale of politics, religion, and the rise and fall of...

The Rogue Crew is a thrilling tale of bravery and friendship, as the Long Patrol team of hares joins forces with the fearless sea otters of the Rogue Crew to defend their home against a terrifying...

Botany for Gardeners, Fourth Edition: An Introduction to the Science of Plants Discover the fascinating world of plants and how they thrive in different environments. This comprehensive guide covers...

The Union Pacific and Its Predecessors is a comprehensive history of the Union Pacific railroad, one of the nation's first transcontinental railroads. Formed in 1862, the Union Pacific has been in...

This book is a straightforward introduction to consent for kids and families. It explains that your body belongs to you and that you have the right to set your own rules and boundaries with others...

The Presidents Noted Historians Rank America's Best--and Worst--Chief Executives C-SPAN's Historians Surveys of Presidential Leadership have been a benchmark for decades, ranking America's presidents...

A rich and vivid history of Britain's second city is revealed in this comprehensive account of Manchester's people and place. From its Roman roots to its modern-day influence, Manchester's story is...

A train journey at night becomes a chance encounter for strangers. As they navigate their personal struggles and secrets, the boundaries between them begin to blur. In this intimate and poignant...

The Sisterhood of Dune is set 83 years after the Battle of Corrin, where the last thinking machines were destroyed. The descendants of the disgraced Harkonnen family have sworn vengeance against the...

Big Paracord Book: 50 Useful Paracord Projects For Beginners And Advanced Discover the versatility of paracord with this comprehensive guide to 50 useful projects. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts,...

Brigid, a complex and multifaceted figure, has been revered worldwide for centuries in her various guises as both goddess and saint. This book explores the development of this unique mythical and...

Advance your mountain biking experience with Mastering Mountain Bike Skills, Third Edition. This comprehensive guide features high-quality photos, improved instruction, and new techniques and tips...

The Joker is dead, but the truth behind his murder remains elusive. Batman's investigation is complicated by his own fragmented memories, leading him to question everything he's uncovered. As he...

Step into the universe of Frank Herbert's Dune, a science fiction epic that has captivated readers for generations. Before the events of the original novel, a pivotal moment in the story unfolds...

The Battle of Corrin is the thrilling conclusion to the Legends of Dune Trilogy. Fifty-six years after the events of The Machine Crusade, the galaxy is on the brink of a new era. The human worlds,...

Stanley Baxter's television specials brought joy to millions, but behind the scenes, a more complex story unfolded. Baxter's ability to transform into various characters, from cowboy to Dietrich, was...

Railways were invented to carry goods, primarily minerals. By the time of nationalisation, their role as common carrier had fully developed, with a century of use under their belt. This comprehensive...

Wittgenstein and His Times by Anthony Kenny provides a nuanced exploration of the philosopher's work and its context. The book delves into the contradictions of Wittgenstein's philosophy, examining...

52 Assignments: Street Photography is a comprehensive guide to unlocking your creative potential as a street photographer. With 52 color-coded commissions and concepts, this book provides a...

A sinister plot to attack synagogues across five continents on the Jewish Day of Atonement threatens to unleash devastating consequences. The mastermind behind the attacks is a direct descendant of...

For those new to the Bible, this study guide provides a comprehensive introduction to the 66 books of the scripture. It covers the author, time frame, key themes, and message of each book, as well as...

Cumbrian Ghost Stories by Tony Walker is a collection of 16 supernatural stories set in Cumbria. This anthology features a mix of traditional ghost stories, modern horror tales, and folk-horror...

Cuthbert and the Northumbrian Saints tells the story of a pivotal period in Northumbria's history, exploring the lives of its most revered figures and places. This is a tale of power, faith, and...

Blood Ties: The Calabrian Mafia is a searing insider account of one of Italy's most powerful and feared crime syndicates. With unparalleled access, Claudio Antonelli and Gianluigi Nuzzi reveal the...

Summer Brother tells the story of Brian's summer with his brother Lucien and their father. After years in an institution, Lucien is sent to live with his family for the summer, leaving Brian to care...

Set two years before the events of Dune, Princess of Dune tells the story of two key women in the life of Paul Muad'Dib. Princess Irulan, the Princess Royal, is a pawn in a game of power and...

Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book 2024 Release is a comprehensive guide to learning Adobe Illustrator. With 17 lessons, it provides real-world, project-based learning to cover the basics and...

The Butlerian Jihad is the first book in a series that explores the origins of a war against thinking machines in a vast, complex universe. This epic novel delves into the early days of the Spacing...

Learn how to take back your power in relationships and avoid common pitfalls that can lead to heartache. This book reveals the secrets to navigating dating and relationships with confidence and...

A 5-in-1 Collection of The Passion Translation Old Testament Experience the rich history and vibrant prophecy of the Old Testament in this comprehensive collection. The Passion Translation Old...

This comprehensive guide to fault finding in electrical circuits is ideal for anyone who needs to diagnose and repair electrical faults in domestic, commercial, or industrial settings. Written by an...

Growing Tomatoes is a straightforward guide to cultivating delicious homegrown tomatoes. With the help of this book, beginners and experienced gardeners alike can enjoy a bountiful harvest of...

Pass the Irish Driving Test with Confidence Get the inside knowledge you need to pass your driving test first time. This practical guide reveals the actual testing scorecard used by the Department of...

Rewire Your Mindset: Take Control of Your Mental, Emotional and Physical World Are you in charge of your life, or are you being swept away by things that seem out of your control? This book shows you...

Discover the beauty of the North York Moors with these carefully selected circular walks, graded to suit all abilities. From leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes, this guide offers a range of...

Heap 2025: University Degree Course Offers provides essential guidance for students navigating the UK's vast array of undergraduate degree courses. Drawing on the author's 50 years of experience as a...

Berlin, 30 April, 1945, marked the end of Adolf Hitler and Eva Braun's lives. Their bodies were burned and buried in the Reich Chancellery garden, above the Führer's bunker. Seventy years later, a...

The IET Wiring Regulations: Explained and Illustrated provides clear guidance on simplifying the most commonly misunderstood aspects of the IET Wiring Regulations. This book focuses on areas where...

Northumbrian Rune Poems by Nico Solheim-Davidson is a unique collection of poetry inspired by the Early Medieval English Futhorc runerows, with a focus on those used in Northumbria. This beautifully...

Book Three of the Epic Prequel to Dune, a Major Motion Picture Soon. Shaddam Corrino IV, Emperor of the Known Universe, has risked everything to create a substitute for the spice melange, a substance...

The Crate Escape is the remarkable true story of a young man's determination to return to his homeland after feeling trapped in Australia. In 1962, he embarked on an extraordinary journey, flying for...

Redwall is a story of courage and friendship, set in the idyllic Mossflower Wood. A year of peace and abundance has brought the gentle mice together to celebrate, but a sinister shadow looms over the...

Discover the versatility and benefits of cast iron cookware with this comprehensive cookbook. With 101 easy-to-make recipes, you'll be able to unlock the full potential of your cast iron skillet or...

Beau Wants to Know is a charming picture book that invites young children to explore the world around them with curiosity and imagination. When his mind starts to wander, Beau's adventures take him...

Brighten up your days with a unique perspective. This innovative collection of 366 poems offers a fresh take on the year, with each poem inspired by a significant event associated with that day. From...

Redwall Abbey is a haven of peace and prosperity, where mice live in harmony and throw grand feasts for the community. However, a grave threat is looming on the horizon. An army of evil rats, led by...

Explore the scenic Cumbrian Coast Railway with David Hindle. This book is perfect for those who enjoy discovering new places and appreciate the beauty of the Lake District and its wildlife. The book...

Racing the Wind: A Cumbrian Childhood is a poignant and evocative memoir that captures the essence of rural life in 1950s Britain. Patricia Nolan's account of her formative years, set against the...

Brianna Bright, Ballerina Knight is a heartwarming story about finding one's true talent and purpose. When Princess Brianna's dreams of becoming a ballerina seem impossible, she embarks on a journey...

The Transcantabrian: A Journey on the 'Coal Train' is a travelogue that follows the route of the old narrow gauge railway between Bilbao and Leon, through the provinces of Vizcaya, Santander, Burgos,...

Becoming Brianna by Terri Libenson is a heartwarming story about finding confidence and navigating the challenges of middle school. As Bri prepares for her bat mitzvah, she's faced with a series of...

Winifred Nicholson Cumbrian Rag Rugs is a beautifully illustrated book celebrating the work of British rag rug designer Winifred Nicholson.Nicholson's inspiration for her craft began in the early...

The Precambrian Evolution of the North China Craton provides a detailed synthesis of the geology, structure, and evolution of one of the world's oldest cratonic blocks. Focusing on Neoarchean mantle...

Oswald: Return of the King by Edoardo Albert is a historical novel that tells the story of Oswald, the exiled prince who becomes king of Northumbria. After much hardship, Oswald and his family arrive...

The Cumbrian Coast in the Classic Diesel Years is a nostalgic look back at the region's railway heritage. Paul Shannon's photographs capture the beauty and charm of this bygone era, when steam trains...

The GonMad Cumbrian Dictionary and Phrase Book is a unique collection of words and phrases that celebrate the quirky side of Cumbria. First launched online in 1997, this tongue-in-cheek dictionary...

The Umbrian Thursday Night Supper Club is a true story about five extraordinary women who meet every week in the hills above Italy's Orvieto to cook, eat and share their life stories. In this unique...

Patrick O'Brian's life was marked by a remarkable blend of literary genius and personal seclusion. In A Very Private Life, his stepson Nikolai Tolstoy offers an intimate portrait of the man behind...

Isaac Milburn's remarkable life story spans from humble beginnings as a gamekeeper to his appointment as Royal bonesetter. His journey took him from rural Northumberland to the royal court, where he...

The Golden Age and the Viking Age: Gaelic Influence in Northumbria. This comprehensive study explores the connections between the Gaelic world and the Northumbrian kingdom, shedding new light on the...

The Path of The 50th: The Story of the 50th (Northumbrian) Division This comprehensive account of the 50th (Northumbrian) Division's role in World War II is based on the personal diaries, note-books,...

Cumbrian Cthulhu Complete Short Stories Volumes 1-4 is a collection of horror stories set in the Cumbrian region, inspired by the H.P. Lovecraft legendary Cthulhu Mythos. The book brings together...

The Cambrian Period: A Biological Big Bang The earliest life forms on Earth were single-celled bacteria and algae, laying the foundation for the diverse range of organisms that followed. This period,...

Brian Robeson returns to the Canadian wilderness in this gripping sequel to Hatchet. Two years after surviving fifty-four days alone, he is sent back by the government to test his survival skills...

Wearmouth and Jarrow: Northumbrian Monasteries in an Historic LandscapeThis study presents new research on the sophisticated centers of learning and artistic culture of Wearmouth and Jarrow, two of...

The Cambrian Explosion: Evolution's Big Bang? Or Darwin's Dilemma Walter Starkey presents a thought-provoking exploration of the creation vs. evolution debate, arguing that animals can be understood...

A Very Cumbrian Murder: The Tragic Story of the Lady in the Lake by Douglas Binstead This is a full and frank account of one of the most notorious cases in our criminal history, told from the...

The Northumbrians: North-East England and Its People - A New History Dan Jackson explores the deep roots of Northumbrian culture in this new history of the people of North East England. He delves...

The Northumbrians: North-East England and Its People - A New History In this comprehensive new history, Dan Jackson explores the deep roots of Northumbrian culture, revealing how the region's unique...

The Cimbri Appear Out of the Northern Mists In 120 BC, the Cimbri, a Germanic tribe, face an uncertain future as rising sea levels, temperatures, and precipitation threaten their survival. A final...

The Cambrian Railways Gallery A Pictorial Journey Through Time is a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of the history of the Cambrian Railways. This book in Pen & Sword's 'Gallery'...

A Stranger In My Own Hometown is a gripping legal thriller that explores the complexities of Islam in the West. When a crusading newspaper reporter is sued by the Council for Islamic Religious...

The Cimbrian War 113-101 BC: The Rise of Caius Marius In the late 2nd century BC, Rome faced its greatest challenge yet - the Cimbrian War. A series of devastating defeats at the hands of Germanic...

Slow Death in the Fast Lane is a gripping legal thriller that delves into the world of tax fraud and corruption. When Harvey Berkowitz's creative accounting lands him in court, he's assigned an...

A comprehensive guide to Patrick O'Brian's unique writing style, A Sea of Words is an in-depth reference that explores the full range of terms and phrases used throughout his novels. This updated...

Rainbow Magic: Brianna the Bee Fairy Special Join Rachel and Kirsty as they meet a brand-new fairy who helps look after all the bees in Fairyland and the real world. But when her special items are...

A Lake District Christmas: Tales and Traditions of Cumbrian Yuletides PastExperience the nostalgic charm of Cumbria's winter celebrations, as compiled by Alan Cleaver. This collection brings together...

Death is a great sacrament. It is the birth of a person from this earthly, temporary life, into eternity. In this volume, St Ignatius Brianchaninov explores the mystical boundaries that govern the...

Brian May's personal archive comes alive in this unique collection of over 300 previously unseen 3D photographs. The images, taken using stereo cameras carried by Brian throughout his life, offer a...

The Beginning of a King's Journey: A Collection of Cantabrian Legends. In 17th-century Spain, a young king's travels took him to the town of San Vicente de la Barquera. There, he encountered a...

A refuge from life's turmoil, this book offers a profound exploration of prayer as a means to return to God's loving presence. Through meditations on scripture and the wisdom of early Christian...

The River by Gary Paulsen Two years after surviving fifty-four days alone in the Canadian wilderness, Brian Robeson is sent back to the wilderness by the government. This time, he's accompanied by a...

The Cambrian Ocean World: A Record of Ancient Sea Life in North America. During the Cambrian Period, nearly every modern group of animals appeared, marking a critical time in Earth's history. This...

A gritty and powerful story about a single mother's desperate struggle to survive in a world of crime. Francesca is drawn into the dark underworld dealings of Tony Lambrianu, notorious gangland boss,...

Francesca is a gritty and powerful story about a single mother struggling to get by. When an act of desperation leads her to owe a debt to a notorious gangland boss, she finds herself drawn into the...

A gripping gangland series comes to a shocking conclusion with Dirty Dealings. Tony Lambrianu's empire is built on deceit and betrayal, but when threats loom from all sides, he must fight for...

Dangerous Games is a gritty and powerful story about a young woman's desperate bid for freedom. Annette Lambrianu leaves behind her comfortable life in Italy to start anew in London, but she soon...