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The Negro Grandsons of Vercingetorix by Alain Mabanckou is set in an imaginary African Republic torn apart by conflict. A series of notebooks, kept under close observation, reveal the escalating...

Paperscapes: the DogA beautifully designed gift book featuring over 50 wonderful breeds of the world's most popular pet. Beautiful photography is accompanied by expert advice and stories about the...

The visual image plays a central role in both cinema and painting. This book explores how filmmakers have used pictorial sources to shape their films and comment on various themes, including the...

Sacred Custodians of the Earth? Women, Spirituality and the Environment by Alaine M. Low and Soraya Tremayne explores the complex relationship between women and ecology. This collection of papers...

Winthrop Wetherbee's study of Platonism and Poetry in the Twelfth Century explores the literary influence of the School of Chartres, a key intellectual force during the Renaissance. This analysis...

Eddie Plank: A Life Beyond the Numbers. This biography delves into the life of Eddie Plank, one of baseball's most accomplished left-handed pitchers. With 326 wins and numerous records, his...

The Age of the Poets And Other Writings on Twentieth-Century Poetry and Prose by Alain Badiou explores the complex relationship between literature and philosophy. Badiou argues that philosophy should...

The Romantic Movement: Sex, Shopping and the Novel by Alain De Botton explores the complexities of love, relationships, and human emotions. Through a thought-provoking examination of jealousy, power...

Alain Badiou's Logics of Worlds Being and Event II is a complex and ambitious work that builds upon his earlier masterpiece. In this sequel, Badiou tackles the questions left open by Being and Event,...

The New French Philosophy by Ian James offers a critical assessment of key developments in contemporary French thought. This book provides a close comparative reading of seven influential thinkers,...

Badiou and Deleuze Read Literature is an exploration of how two influential philosophers engage with literary texts. Jean-Jacques Lecercle examines the 'strong readings' imposed by Alain Badiou and...

This book offers a unique Catholic perspective on the Holy Land and its significance in Christian doctrine. Alain Marchadour and David Neuhaus, two biblical scholars and priests living in Jerusalem,...

Formula One: The RivalsExplore the most iconic rivalries in Formula One, as celebrated journalist Tony Dodgins delves into the drama, personality, and thrill of the sport. With stunning photography...

The legacy of Mari and Alain continues in this sequel to The Pillars of Reality series. A centuries-old conspiracy between the Great Guilds has kept Dematr unchanged, with the Mechanics Guild holding...

A Dictionary of Cultural and Critical Theory by Michael Payne and Jessica Rae Barbera provides an authoritative guide to modern ideas in cultural and critical theory. This updated edition features...

The Legitimacy Clash: Challenges to Democracy in Multinational States By Alain-G Gagnon University of Toronto Press, 2022 This book explores the relationship between majorities and minorities in...

Spirals: The Whirled Image in Twentieth-century Literature and Art explores how spirals are at the heart of modern literature and visual art. Nico Israel examines the work of writers and artists,...

Simple Nature: 150 New Recipes for Fresh, Healthy Dishes A fresh approach to French cuisine, this collection of simple recipes focuses on organic, locally sourced ingredients. Alain Ducasse and his...

Jane Tompkins's journey through reading becomes a path of self-discovery when she finds herself unable to leave her bed due to illness. As she reads day and night, she begins to notice the power of...

The Revolution Will Not Be Theorized: Cultural Revolution in the Black Power Era by Errol A. Henderson explores the theoretical contributions of the Black Power Movement, which sought to bring about...

The Virtual Point of Freedom: Essays on Politics, Aesthetics, and Religion by Lorenzo Chiesa explores the complex relationship between freedom and alienation in politics, aesthetics, and religion...

The Vicarious Brain, Creator of Worlds by Alain Berthoz explores the concept of vicariance, which refers to the brain's ability to simulate and understand the world through internal models. This...

War of the Roses: Ravenspur Rise of the Tudors Book Four by Conn Iggulden In 1470, England is torn apart by conflict. The Yorkist king Edward IV is forced to flee, leaving his family to seek refuge...

Healing Developmental Trauma: A Guide to Coping with Childhood Experiences. This comprehensive guide offers clear guidance for coping with childhood trauma, drawing from somatic-based psychotherapy...

The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller is a story of summer, secrets, love, and lies. On a singular day at Cape Cod, one woman must make a life-changing decision that has been brewing for decades...

Philosophy Bites brings together 25 of the most engaging and thought-provoking conversations from the popular website philosophybites.com. Leading philosophers discuss a wide range of topics, from...

The Battle of Reichenfels has been fought and lost. The army is in flight. The enemy is expected to arrive in town at any moment. A soldier, carrying a parcel under his arm, is wandering through an...

Discover how the intellectual skills developed in medieval universities can inform education today. Trivium 21c explores whether a contemporary approach to learning - based on the principles of...

The Swan Daughter by Carol McGrath In 11th century England, a true tale of elopement, love and courage unfolds. After the death of her aunt, Dowager Queen Edith, Gunnhild's future is uncertain. Will...

The Brain's Sense of Movement by Alain Berthoz explores how human beings perceive and control bodily movement. Through a wealth of research in neurophysiology and experimental psychology, Berthoz...

Thinking Differently by Alain Touraine is a thought-provoking exploration of how our understanding of society and change can be transformed. In this new book, Touraine argues that we need to rethink...

The Erasers by Alain Robbe-Grillet is a thought-provoking novel that deconstructs the detective genre. After a failed attempt on his life, Professor Daniel Dupont fakes his own death, leading to a...

An Introduction to Lagrangian Mechanics by Alain Jean Brizard provides a comprehensive overview of this fundamental concept in physics. The book begins with a historical perspective, tracing the...

Yve-Alain Bois's An Oblique Autobiography is a collection of essays and reminiscences spanning over four decades of his work as an art historian. This volume traces a personal itinerary through the...

Cinema/politics/philosophy by Nico Baumbach explores the relationship between cinema and politics. In this concise and provocative book, Baumbach revisits the tradition of seventies film theory to...

A comprehensive history of French New Wave cinema offers a fresh perspective on the social, economic, and aesthetic factors that shaped this influential film movement. Richard Neupert's study...

Cinema's ability to challenge conventional modes of thought is explored in this book by Hunter Vaughan. By merging phenomenology and semiotics, Vaughan analyzes how cinema can upend traditional ways...

The Magdalene Connection by Alice Lee Thornton A shocking family discovery sets Maddie Manning on a journey to uncover the truth about her past. She learns that the man she thought was her uncle is...

The DASH Diet Weight Loss Solution offers a proven and effective approach to healthy weight loss. Based on NIH-funded research and developed by leading nutrition expert Marla Heller, this diet...

Catch-22, now in its 50th anniversary edition, is a masterpiece of American literature that remains as relevant and hilarious today as it was upon its original publication. Set against the backdrop...

Johnny Herbert's remarkable life in motor racing is one of bravery and resilience. After achieving success at junior karting and Formula 3, his career was nearly derailed by a horrific crash at...

Learn French with Le Grand Meaulnes Interlinear French to English by Alain-Fournier and Kees Van Den End. This edition offers an innovative way to learn French through reading, featuring...

This compact critical volume offers a powerful reappraisal of Deleuze's thought and is the first major work by Alain Badiou available in English. Badiou redefines Deleuze's legacy, throwing down the...

Summer at La Cour des Roses is a heartwarming novel about finding happiness in unexpected places. Emmy Jamieson has built a new life in the French countryside, managing her beautiful guesthouse and...

The final volume in a thrilling steampunk trilogy by Kevin J. Anderson and Neil Peart. In Clockwork Destiny, Owen Hardy's quiet life is disrupted one last time as he embarks on a perilous mission...

Key Thinkers of the Radical Right explores the shift in the political mainstream towards the right since the 21st century. This comprehensive introduction to the radical right provides an unbiased...

Instrumental solos for horn from the iconic musical Les Miserables. This collection features 13 songs, including "At the End of the Day", "Bring Him Home" and "I Dreamed a Dream".Written by Alain...

Canadian Politics by James Bickerton and Alain-G. Gagnon is a comprehensive analysis of Canada's political landscape. The seventh edition explores six key areas: the country's origins, government and...

Applied Mathematics: A Very Short Introduction This compact introduction to applied mathematics explores its role in understanding problems across diverse fields. Alain Goriely discusses how this...

Art Worlds: A Sociological Examination of Art as Collective Action. In this influential work, Howard S. Becker explores how art is created through the cooperative network of suppliers, performers,...

A History of Babylon, 2200 BC - AD 75 by Paul-Alain Beaulieu provides a comprehensive narrative history of the ancient world, from the beginnings of civilization in the Near East and Egypt to the...

Rosaline Palmer Takes the Cake by Alexis Hall is a deliciously funny and swoonily romantic novel. When expert baker Rosaline Palmer lands a spot on the nation's most beloved baking show, she sees it...

Buddhist Art of Tibet In Milarepa's Footsteps is an insightful exploration of Tibetan art and spirituality through the lens of Alain Bordier's extensive collection. Spanning over 40 years, this...

Alain Badiou's The Pornographic Age is a scathing critique of modern democracy and the systems that govern it. In this short, critical work, Badiou argues that any truly radical politics must begin...

The future of our societies hangs in the balance as we navigate the current economic crisis. French sociologist Alain Touraine explores the long-term implications of this event, examining how it may...

For first-time pony owners, "Connemara Pony: Purchase and Care Guide" provides a comprehensive step-by-step guide from initial enquiry to purchase and care. This practical book covers all essential...

The L Word: A Groundbreaking Series in Focus This comprehensive guide explores the entire series of The L Word, covering its impact on queer television and the communities that follow it. Written by...

Maggie Connections Book Two by Katharine E. Smith is a heartwarming story about self-discovery and new beginnings.After years of living with her mum, Maggie discovers she's pregnant and feels forced...

Winter 1940, Paris. A city shrouded in fog as Cora's train is struck by Nazi bombs, sending her tumbling through the air. As she struggles to free herself from the wreckage, a fine silver locket...

Buses, Coaches and Recollections 1975 by Henry Conn is a nostalgic collection of memories from a bygone era.Published in 2017, this book offers a unique glimpse into the world of buses and coaches as...

Connect Level 4 Workbook provides additional reading and writing practice for young adolescents. This workbook is designed to reinforce Student's Book 4, with one workbook page per lesson. Students...

In Praise of Love by Alain Badiou is a passionate treatise in defense of love as an existential project. For Badiou, love is a constantly unfolding quest for truth that begins with the chance...

Heidegger His Life and His Philosophy by Alain Badiou and Barbara Cassin explores the complex life of Martin Heidegger, a philosopher whose work had a profound impact on the 20th century. This...

Roland Boer's Criticism of Religion On Marxism and Theology, II offers a sustained critique of key thinkers in the field, from Rosa Luxemburg to Alain Badiou. This volume is part of a five-part...

I Am Connor explores the life of a young boy with Down Syndrome who refuses to see himself as different from others. Instead, he views everyone as unique individuals, each with their own strengths...

Re-v-o-lu-tion: a radical change that transforms something fundamentally. In our pursuit of survival, we've often prioritised relationships over intimacy, leaving us yearning for the love and...

Honey Holbrook has worked hard to leave her past behind and start anew. After years of attention-grabbing antics in the tabloids, she's now trying to fly under the radar with a new job and a fresh...

Academic Connections is a four-level integrated skills course designed for students preparing for academic study and standardized tests. It helps students develop language, academic, and test-taking...

Scotland's greatest export. Sir Sean Connery was a titanic figure on screen and off for over half a century. This comprehensive exploration delves into his life, examining not just his most famous...

No 48 Buses, Coaches & Recollections 1967 by Henry ConnThis nostalgic collection of photographs and recollections takes us back to 1968, an eventful year marked by significant milestones in British...

Mary Shelley's Frankenstein by Dr. Josie Billington is a thought-provoking exploration of the novel's enduring legacy and its relevance to contemporary society. This critical analysis sifts through...

The Last Human Job: The Work of Connecting in a Disconnected World by Allison Pugh explores the rapidly changing nature of work in the age of artificial intelligence. As AI continues to advance,...

Connect the Dots Animals for Kids 1 by Nick Snels is an engaging activity book that brings animals back to life through dot-to-dot fun. Using 40 different animals, this coloring book transforms...

The world of Liath and Alain is breaking apart as King Henry's kingdom is ravaged by forces both earthly and supernatural. The Eika warriors seek to claim the land and power for themselves, their...

For a New Classic Sociology A Proposition, Followed by a Debate By Alain Caillé and Frédéric Vandenberghe This book challenges the current state of the social sciences, calling for a new theoretical...

Thinking Freedom in Africa conceives an emancipatory politics based on the idea that 'people think'. This approach challenges previous attempts at universal emancipation, which have often relied on...

Connect the Dots Birds for Kids 1 is an electronic version PDF file featuring forty beautiful birds to connect with dots. This coloring book includes parrots, toucans, pigeons, sparrows, seagulls,...

Growing Up Lonely explores the growing issue of loneliness among today's children. This book presents insights from a 2018 symposium on the topic, featuring essays by experts in the field.The...

The second instalment in Conn Iggulden's epic Wars of the Roses series is a gripping retelling of the tumultuous period in English history. In 1454, the fragile balance of power is threatened as King...

A billionaire's life is turned upside down when his murder sets off a chain reaction of events. Largo, accused of being part of an international heroin trade, flees to Paris and finds himself in the...

Seafaring and Maritime Interconnections by Pearce Paul Creasman explores the critical role that seafaring played in ancient Egyptian life. This special issue of JAEI brings together research...

Connemara: The Last Pool of Darkness is a remarkable non-fiction project that explores the unique landscape, history, and folklore of this singular region in Ireland. Tim Robinson's extraordinary...

My life is a complicated mix of challenges and everyday struggles. I've got my hands full with my son's antics and a job that's not exactly fulfilling. Then there's my brother, who's always...

A Rattle of Bones: A Rebecca Connolly Thriller by Douglas Skelton In 1752, Seamus a'Ghlynne was executed for murder, despite being almost certainly innocent. Nearly three centuries later, reporter...

A Regicide by Alain Robbe-Grillet is a disquieting and satirical novel that explores the boundaries between truth and fiction. Set in an unspecified island kingdom, the story follows Boris, a...

Nancy Drew Diaries: The Stolen Show In this 18th installment of the Nancy Drew series, Nancy is helping out her friend Louise Alain at an upcoming dog show in Montreal. When one of the show dogs is...

Alain Grosrichard's The Sultan's Court is a fascinating survey of Western accounts of "Oriental despotism" in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It focuses particularly on portrayals of the...

This anecdotal guide offers a candid look at the cultural adjustments that await Western university graduates teaching English in South Korea. At 42, Alain Howes packed his bags and jumped into...

Alain Finkielkraut's latest work explores how the power of great authors and works within the European literary canon is being eroded by the prevailing thinking of politically correct society. He...

The Dunes Hotel and Casino: A History of IntrigueThis book offers a unique insight into the complex world of Las Vegas' past, revealing the intricate web of information that has been shrouded in...

Journalist Rebecca Connelly is determined to find the truth behind the mysterious death of Nuala Flaherty, whose body is found in the centre of a pentagram on a lonely moor. As she delves into the...

Reconnect to Love: A Journey From Loneliness to Deep ConnectionThis spiritual book offers a unique approach to understanding and overcoming loneliness. It suggests that true connection with others is...

The Wrath of the Great Guilds by Jack Campbell In the world of Dematr, the balance of power hangs in the balance. The Great Guilds, fearing their control is slipping away, have united with the...

John Milton and the Post-Secular Present: Ethics, Politics, Terrorism explores how our understanding of belief can inform ethical and political engagement. This book examines the thought of key...

A Mask of Flies by Matthew Lyons In the aftermath of a botched heist, career criminal Anne Heller is forced to return to her family's cabin in Colorado, a secluded shack where her mother's untimely...

The Bridgebusters: The True Story Behind Catch-22 Thomas McKelvey Cleaver delves into the unexplored history behind Joseph Heller's iconic novel, revealing the harrowing experiences of the American...

Witness by Mandasue Heller is a heart-pounding thriller about a young woman living in constant fear. Holly Evans and her mother, Josie, are struggling to make ends meet, moving from one low-income...

Discover how to turn back the clock and look 20 years younger in just 10 weeks. Marla Heller's groundbreaking program combines DASH-approved superfoods with cutting-edge research to target the root...

The Galway Connemara is a heartwarming story of a spirited grey Connemara pony's journey across Ireland. Born during a storm, Lir begins life surrounded by love and freedom, but at just three years...

The Hollow Mountain is a gripping thriller that delves into the world of construction workers who risk life and limb to blast tunnels through mountains and under rivers. When Alice Larkin, the...