696 results for 'China, Edd'

Witness 8: The New Eddie Flynn Thriller from Steve Cavanagh A murder takes place on Manhattan's West 74th Street, witnessed by a nanny and maid who knows the victim and the killer. But the witness's...

The Sony DSC-RX10 IV Camera Guide is a comprehensive manual covering all aspects of the camera's operation. Author Alexander S. White provides a tutorial-like approach to help users master the RX10...

A lively music and literacy resource for Early Years, Three Tapping Teddies Musical Stories and Chants for the Very Young features 15 enchanting chants and stories retold by Kaye Umansky. This...

Create your own folding knife with a back-lock design. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions, supported by 236 color images, to help you master the craft of knifemaking. From...

Dog Man, a hero with a unique blend of bravery and bumbling, joins forces with Big Jim and others to stop a threat to the city. Can his unorthodox methods and determination save the day?As Dog Man...

The Teddy Boys defined a new era for a generation of teenagers in post-war Britain. Their distinctive fashion, from draped suits to greased hair, reflected a desire for self-expression in a society...

This collection of four major plays by Henrik Ibsen explores the complexities of human relationships and the societal pressures that shape individual lives. First performed in 1879, Doll's House...

Educating and raising gifted children presents highly specific challenges. This book explains how parents can learn to optimize their child's potential and work with schools, spouses, friends, and...

The Peddars Way and Norfolk Coast Path National Trail guidebook takes you on a 216 km journey through Norfolk's stunning inland and coastal scenery. Spanning eleven days, the route can be completed...

Since Freddie Mercury's passing in 1991, Queen has continued to evolve and thrive with various lineups. This book charts the band's musical journey from that pivotal moment onwards.The story of...

Jimmy Kennedy: A Life in Song Jimmy Kennedy was one of the last great songwriters of the pre-Beatles era, with 30 No. 1 hits to his credit worldwide. His romantic ballads like Red Sails in the Sunset...

One Tin Bakes Easy: 70 Foolproof Recipes for Gluten-Free to Vegan Bakes Edd Kimber's innovative approach to baking makes it easier than ever to create a wide variety of delicious treats. With recipes...

Chinaman: The Legend of Pradeep Mathew is a debut novel that blends sports, family life and literary fiction to create a unique narrative. Set in Sri Lanka, the story follows W.G. Karunasena, a...

The Norfolk Coast Path & Peddars Way British Walking Guide offers comprehensive coverage of two iconic routes in East Anglia. Spanning 130 miles, these walking guides provide detailed maps and...

The Art of DreamWorks The Wild Robot Get an inside look at the making of the DreamWorks movie adaptation of Peter Brown's bestselling series. This beautifully illustrated book features hundreds of...

The Last Detail Screenplays by Robert Towne A gripping screenplay that delves into the darker side of human nature, Chinatown is a complex and intricate tale of corruption and deceit. Set against the...

The Last Helicopter: Two Lives in Indochina by Jim Laurie A gripping account of love, betrayal and terror during the Second and Third Indochina Wars. This memoir captures the drama and tensions of...

The Big Goodbye: Chinatown and the Last Years of Hollywood by Sam Wasson The making of Chinatown is a story that has captivated film enthusiasts for decades. For the first time, Sam Wasson brings to...

A gripping account of a CIA case officer's experiences during the Cold War, drawing on personal recollections and stories shared by colleagues. This book offers a unique insight into the world of...

Willis Wu's life is a series of roles he's been told to play: Generic Asian Man, Background Oriental, Disgraced Son. But in the Golden Palace restaurant, where a procedural cop show is in production,...

The Hundred-Year Marathon: China's Secret Strategy to Replace America as the Global Superpower China's rise to global superpower has been a decades-long process, with the US playing a significant...

Critical Role: Vox Machina--Kith & Kin by Marieke Nijkamp Explore the untold story of Critical Role's iconic half-elf twins, Vex'ahlia and Vax'ildan. Born into a life of hardship and expectation, the...

Explore the untold story of Critical Role's enigmatic half-elf twins, Vex'ahlia and Vax'ildan, in this original prequel novel. Born into a life of hardship and expectation, the twins have forged...

In the Ghost Shadows, a gripping true story of crime and power, Peter Chin recounts his rise to the top of New York's Chinese crime organization in the 1970s and '80s. Born a street kid, Chin rose to...

Deus Ex Machina - the Best Game You Never Played in Your Life The billion-dollar video games industry had its humble beginnings, and this book tells the story of how it all started and where it's...

This concise yet comprehensive work offers a profoundly original philosophical interpretation of China's story and develops a Chinese worldview for the future. By rethinking the traditional Western...

The Yellow Emperor's Classic of Medicine: A New Translation of the Neijing Suwen with Commentary This foundational text of Taoist philosophy and traditional Chinese medicine presents a holistic...

The Colour of the Sky After RainA personal and perceptive memoir of one woman's experiences in China over three decades.From her first visit to China in 1982, Tessa Keswick was captivated by its...

Red Dust: A Path Through ChinaA deeply personal and insightful account of one man's journey through China, in search of himself and his country. In the early 1980s, at the age of 30, Ma Jian felt...

China's economic miracle was built on shifting sands. In just over four decades, the country transformed from an impoverished nation to the world's second-largest economy. But how did this remarkable...

China is closing its doors, clamping down on Western influence in the economy, media, and civil society. At the same time, President Xi Jinping has emerged as a champion of globalization, projecting...

Red Pine's Road to Heaven explores the enduring traditions of Chinese hermits in the aftermath of the Cultural Revolution. A fascinating glimpse into the history of Taoism, Buddhism, and Zen in...

The terrifying story of China's vampire economy. State capitalism, socialism with Chinese characteristics, and a socialist market economy - these terms barely scratch the surface of the complex...

Chris Patten's diary of his time as the last British governor of Hong Kong, covering the period from June 1992 to 1997, offers a unique insight into the complexities of negotiating with China and the...

The Selected Works of Deng Xiaoping, 1975-1982 presents a comprehensive collection of key speeches and writings from one of China's most influential leaders. First published in 2001, this volume...

A gripping novel of a possible future, co-authored by a decorated Marine veteran and a former NATO commander. In 2034, a naval clash between the US and China in the South China Sea sets off a chain...

The First Sino-Japanese War: A Turning Point in Asian History The early 20th century saw a significant shift in the balance of power in East Asia, as Japan emerged as a modernized empire and China...

Experience the timeless poetry of Du Fu, China's 'poet historian', in a unique bilingual edition. This collection brings together masterpieces of poetry from the Tang Dynasty, offering a glimpse into...

A fantastical journey through ancient China, where a devoted priest and his companions embark on a perilous quest for a sacred Buddhist text.Along the way, they encounter a mischievous monkey, a...

Steel Dogs is a true story of a business deal in China that went catastrophically wrong. The tale follows the misadventures of two men as they attempt to secure a lucrative deal, but everything that...

The year 1912 marks a pivotal moment in Chinese history. A sudden death sets off a chain of events that could have altered the course of the country's development forever. In this alternate history,...

The Private Life of Chairman Mao: A Memoir of Mao's Personal Physician This extraordinary true story reveals the intimate life of one of history's most powerful and ruthless leaders, Mao Zedong. For...

The East is Still Red: Chinese Socialism in the 21st Century by Carlos Martinez offers a rigorous and illuminating analysis of China's socialist construction, shedding light on its material,...

The Memory Palace of Matteo Ricci by Jonathan D. Spence In 1577, Matteo Ricci embarked on an extraordinary journey from Italy to Ming dynasty China, driven by his mission to bring Christian faith and...

The Chinese Military System: An Organizational Study of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (Second Edition) To gain insight into China's military and its place within the country's broader...

Zhou Enlai: A Life by Jian Chen is a comprehensive biography of the first premier and preeminent diplomat of the People's Republic of China. Chen's nuanced portrait sheds light on Zhou's complex...

Thucydides's Trap: A Pattern of Structural Stress in International Relations The rise and fall of empires has been a recurring theme throughout history. Thucydides, the ancient Greek historian,...

Xi Jinping: The Most Powerful Man in the World Xi Jinping, the General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party and President of China, is a figure of immense influence, commanding over 1.4 billion...

Discover the ancient wisdom of Taoism for yourself. This comprehensive guide introduces you to the core principles and practices of this major world religion, which originated in China over 2,500...

The Jade Dragon threatened to destroy the West, prompting a frantic response from the US government. In a lab deep in China, a brilliant engineer had made a groundbreaking discovery - a powerful AI...

The Chinese House Church: Uncovering the Mysteries of a Growing Christian Movement in China. The Chinese House Church is a subject of much confusion and misunderstanding in Christian world missions...

A mind-bending epic of science fiction, set against the backdrop of China's Cultural Revolution. The Three-Body Problem is a groundbreaking novel that explores the first contact between humans and an...

Ben Hope, an ex-SAS soldier, is drawn into a deadly hunt for a missing girl in China. As he navigates the treacherous landscape, he must confront his own troubled past and form an unlikely alliance...

The Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895: A Turning Point in Asian History The Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895 is a pivotal event in world history that has been largely overlooked in Western literature. In...

A young woman's life is turned upside down as she embarks on a perilous journey to 19th-century China. Forced to accompany her brother-in-law, Robert Fortune, on a mission to steal tea plants for the...

The Boxer Rebellion: China's War on Foreigners, 1900 In the summer of 1900, a 55-day confrontation between the Boxers and Westerners in Peking became a bloody and dramatic battle. The Boxers, known...

Discover the forgotten works of Katsushika Hokusai, one of Japan's greatest artists, in this landmark publication. In 2020, the British Museum acquired a remarkable collection of over 100 previously...

Chief Inspector Chen Cao is offered a week's break at a luxurious resort near Lake Tai, a chance to relax and recover from the politics of his job. However, the beautiful lake he remembers is much...

The Origin of the Virus: A Groundbreaking Investigation into the Laboratory Origin of SARS-CoV-2 A shocking account of the events leading to the COVID-19 pandemic, this book reveals the disturbing...

China Miéville's brilliant reading of the modern world's most controversial and enduring political document, The Communist Manifesto, is a thought-provoking exploration of a system that still calls...

The Willow Pattern Story by Allan Drummond is a beautifully illustrated picture book that reveals the hidden story behind one of the most iconic china patterns ever created. A stunning blue-and-white...

The Chip War: A Pulse-Pounding Account of the Decades-Long Battle for Control of the World's Most Critical Technology The world's most critical resource is no longer oil, but microchips. These tiny...

She Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-Chan is a historical fantasy set in 14th-century China, where a famine-stricken village on a dusty plain holds the fate of two children. A seer's prophecy...

A dark adventure and heroic thrill ride awaits in Righteous Blood, Ruthless Blades, a wuxia roleplaying game set in ancient China. Inspired by the wuxia stories of Gu Long, this game invites players...

China Miéville's King Rat blends eerie fairy tale and contemporary urban fantasy in this fantastical debut. A dark presence is stirring in London, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake...

The New Rules of War: How America Can Win--Against Russia, China, and Other Threats In an era of unprecedented global turmoil, the principles of war have evolved, but the fundamental human desire to...

The Big Reset: War on Gold and the Financial Endgame by Willem Middelkoop A system reset seems imminent, and the world's financial system will need to find a new anchor before 2020. Willem...

The First Opium War - The Chinese Expedition 1840-1842 - The Illustrated Edition This authoritative account of the First Opium War, written by a surgeon who fought in the conflict, offers a unique...

These quotations from Chairman Mao Tse-Tung's writings and speeches offer a unique insight into the philosophic thought of one of China's most influential leaders.Published in 2022, this edition...

The Last Kings of Shanghai by Jonathan Kaufman is a masterful exploration of wealth, family intrigue and political strategy in early 20th-century China. Against the backdrop of colonialism, communism...

Kai seeks out the mischievous Monkey King, hoping for the adventure she craves. But will he bring her excitement, or cause her more trouble? This story from the mythical Brownstone family vault takes...

A collection of essential Buddhist writings from India, Tibet, China, and Japan, compiled by Jack Kornfield. This treasury includes passages from the Buddha on the practice of freedom, Indian...

Rumbles of Thunder: Power Shifts and the Danger of Sino-American War The relationship between established and rising powers is a complex one, with shifts in the balance of power often cited as a...

Shanghai 1937 Stalingrad on the Yangtze is a deeply researched account of one of the 20th century's most pivotal battles. At its height, the conflict involved nearly a million soldiers from China and...

The global conflict between the papacy and the Society of Jesus has far-reaching implications. The fate of millions of people in Latin America, the balance of power in the United States and the...

A gripping true story of the longest-held prisoner of war in American history, John Downey, Jr., a CIA officer captured in China during the Korean War and imprisoned for twenty-one years. In 1952,...

Discover the answers to your questions about the past with this beautifully illustrated information book. Over 60 flaps to lift reveal the secrets of history, from the Great Wall of China to Egyptian...

Introduce your child to the Mandarin language with this engaging and interactive children's book. First Words Mandarin features 100 essential words to use while travelling, from food and transport to...

Shanghai 1937 Stalingrad on the Yangtze is a deeply researched study of one of the great forgotten battles of the 20th century. At its height, it involved nearly a million soldiers from China and...

High up in the remote mountain passes on the Indian border with Tibet, China and Pakistan, Ladakh has been a centre for Buddhist meditation since three centuries before Christ. Andrew Harvey's...

Before European Hegemony: The World System A.D. 1250-1350This groundbreaking study presents a new paradigm for understanding the evolution of world systems, tracing the rise and fall of a vast...

Get the latest insights and intel on giant pandas from the field with National Geographic explorer and conservationist Marc Brody. This book takes you on a journey to China's mountainous bamboo...

Smoke and Ashes: A Journey Through Hidden HistoriesAmitav Ghosh's latest book is a travelogue, memoir, and history that draws on decades of archival research to explore the transformative effect of...

W. E. Fairbairn's concise guide to unarmed combat and self-defence is a distillation of his extensive experience in the field. A former member of the Riot Squads of China's Shanghai Municipal Police,...

Discover the flavors of China in the comfort of your own home with this comprehensive cookbook. Tania Wan shares 75 favorite homemade Chinese takeout recipes that are quick, healthy, and full of...

A gripping thriller that delves into the world of espionage and geopolitics. China's armed forces appear to be preparing for war with its island neighbour, Taiwan, sending the world into high alert...

Ancient Remedies for Modern Life brings together the best of traditional healing practices from China, Ayurveda, and Greece. Dr. Axe explores the foundational concepts of ancient healing, including...

How the World Thinks: A Global History of PhilosophyJulian Baggini's groundbreaking book offers a wide-ranging map of human thought, exploring the philosophies of Japan, India, China, and the Muslim...

Join Professor Mortimer and his daughter Millie on an extraordinary adventure as they uncover a magic torch that illuminates dozens of mythical creatures from around the world. With their trusty...

Rebellion and war collide in Iron Council, a gripping steampunk novel by China Miéville. New Crobuzon is being torn apart by conflict and unrest, with the city-state of Tesh looming large in the...

Edward Tulane, a china rabbit with a heart of stone, embarks on a journey of self-discovery after being separated from his beloved owner. As he travels across the country, he encounters new owners...

To Run the World: The Kremlin's Cold War Bid for Global PowerSergey Radchenko provides a panoramic new history of the conflict that defined the postwar era, exploring the psychology of the Soviet...

The Dragon Republic by R. F. Kuang is a gripping epic fantasy that combines the history of twentieth-century China with a world of gods and monsters. The war is over, but for shaman and warrior Rin,...

A comprehensive guide to the birds of Southeast Asia, featuring over 1,270 species from 15 countries. This illustrated field and reference guide covers the identification, voice, habitat, behavior,...

Translated by a renowned scholar, this collection of poems by Tu Fu offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of China's most celebrated poets.Written in the final decade of his life,...

The Velikovsky Heresies: Worlds in Collision and Ancient Catastrophes Revisited Immanuel Velikovsky's Worlds in Collision introduced a provocative theory that Venus began as a brilliant comet ejected...

Why Nations Fail: The Origins of Power, Prosperity and PovertyDaron Acemoglu and James A. Robinson explore the factors that determine a nation's economic success, arguing that it is our man-made...

The Secret of the Golden Flower is a foundational text of Taoist philosophy, alongside the Tao Te King and the Stories of Chuang Tzu. This book, known as T'ai I Chin Hua Tsung Chih, explores the...

Robert Kirkman and Chris Samnee's new series, Fire Power, begins with Owen Johnson's journey to China in search of his birth parents. His quest leads him to a mysterious Shaolin Temple, where...

Dim Sum Dumplings, Parcels and Other Delectable Chinese Snacks in 25 Authentic Recipes by Terry Tan is a beautifully illustrated guide to making authentic Chinese dim sum at home. This gift-sized...