1686 results for 'Kwame Alexander'

The extraordinary story of Alexander the Great's lost city is one that has captivated historians and scholars for centuries. In 1833, it was rediscovered in Afghanistan by Charles Masson, an ordinary...

Discover the enduring allure of Alexandria in this captivating travel anthology. Founded over 2,300 years ago by Alexander the Great, the city has been a crossroads of cultures, with its...

The Limpopo Academy of Private Detection by Alexander McCall Smith In this latest installment of the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency series, Mma Ramotswe and Mma Makutsi find themselves entangled in a...

Discover your own poetry in the world around you. Kwame Alexander and Deanna Nikaido invite you to pay attention - and see that paying attention itself is poetry. This companion to their New York...

The Library of Alexandria: Centre of Learning in the Ancient World The Library of Alexandria was a cultural icon of the late ancient world, housing thousands of scrolls and artefacts from ancient...

Life for Bertie seems to be moving at a pace that is rather out of his control. His plans for the future are being shaped by those around him, as he navigates the complexities of relationships and...

Forget what you think you know about the Mafia. This book offers a fresh perspective on organized crime, even for lifelong mob aficionados. C. Alexander Hortis draws on exhaustive research and...

Discover the magic of listening to your own song. Kwame Alexander and Randy Preston invite you to turn up your ears and let the music inside you ring out. With colorful artwork by Melissa Sweet, this...

Discover the power of spellcraft with The Modern Witchcraft Spell Book. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to harness your inner magic through incantations, potions, and charms to manifest your...

The Door of No Return by Kwame Alexander is a powerful and emotional journey about dreams, identity, and survival. When an unexpected death occurs during a festival between rival villages,...

A beautiful keepsake collection for young voices. Fifty diverse creators share their thoughts and art in response to the world's challenges. With 96 pages of original prose, poems, letters, and...

Becoming Muhammad Ali is a powerful and moving biographical novel that tells the story of Cassius Clay's life up to the age of seventeen. Written in both prose and verse by James Patterson and Kwame...

A Gentleman's Gentleman A Novel by TJ Alexander In a world where social expectations can be suffocating, one man must navigate the complexities of love, identity, and family legacy. Lord Christopher...

Flying Lessons & Other Stories is a bold and diverse collection of short stories that celebrate the uniqueness and universality in all of us.Written by ten of the most recognizable and diverse...

Solo by Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess is a powerful story about finding one's roots and identity. A young man searches for answers about his life, navigating heartache, healing, depression, and...

This Is the Honey: An Anthology of Contemporary Black Poets A vibrant and poignant poetry collection that celebrates hope, heart, and heritage from some of the most prominent and promising Black...

A Hero Looks Like You by Kwame Mbalia and Nikkolas Smith is a heartwarming story about discovering what it means to be a hero. When DJ steps up to help Captain America, he learns that heroes come in...

Swing by Kwame Alexander and Mary Rand Hess is a powerful novel in verse that explores themes of identity, friendship, and social justice. Best friends Noah and Walt are determined to leave their...

Biblical Eldership: A Comprehensive Guide to Church Eldership This book provides a thorough exploration of the biblical teaching on church eldership, a vital subject that has been neglected and...

Discover the magical world of The Nutcracker in this enchanting book, packed with colorful illustrations, fun facts, and the love of dance. From its origins on the page to its spectacular stage...

Intensive Bulgarian: A Comprehensive Textbook and Reference Grammar is a first-of-its-kind textbook designed to teach English-speakers the fundamentals of contemporary Bulgarian. The text caters to...

Things I Wish I Knew Before My Mom Died: Coping with Loss Every DayA heart-wrenching and deeply personal exploration of grief, loss, and the search for meaning in the face of sorrow. Ty Alexander...

Join Jason and his extraordinary cat, Gareth, on a journey through time and around the world.With magical powers and a mischievous twinkle in his eye, Gareth whisks Jason away to ancient Egypt,...

Shukokai Karate Kata is a comprehensive guide to the Shukokai style of Karate, covering kata up to the Shodan grade. This book provides a detailed catalogue of kata, including illustrations, fighting...

Learn conversational Russian with Real Russian, a comprehensive collection of over 100 dialogues written and translated by native Russian speakers. Designed to supplement your language learning, this...

The Wools is a heartwarming story about a search for a new home. Pongo is helping the Granimal find a place where he can belong. Will the newest arrival find a place he can call his own?This exciting...

The Alamo Scouts: Behind Enemy Lines in World War II In the midst of World War II, a small group of elite soldiers were tasked with gathering crucial intelligence on Japanese-held islands in the...

Warm and charming illustrations bring to life the sweetest of friends in this delightful board book. As you turn the pages, a lively company of children and pets sing along to a catchy tune,...

Pihkal: A Chemical Love Story is a groundbreaking work that delves into the world of psychoactive substances, weaving together autobiography, chemistry, and personal experience. The book's unique...

Learn to craft compelling lyrics in just 24 hours with this comprehensive guide. Inside, you'll discover the secrets to writing successful lyrics, from understanding strong emotions and expressing...

The Egg is the first book in a new series of stories about the creatures living at Pug's Hole. A mysterious large pink egg appears, and the inhabitants are curious about its origin and what might be...

The Complete Technique, Theory and Scales Compilation for Guitar brings together essential resources for guitarists looking to master the fundamentals of playing. This compilation includes over 400...

Learn 300 classic guitar licks in the style of the world's greatest players with this comprehensive guide. Unlike traditional guitar lick books, this compilation breaks down the playing styles of...

Value Proposition Design: Create Products and Services Customers WantThis book provides a practical guide to designing products and services that meet customer needs, helping you avoid costly product...

Transform Your Spreadsheets into Dynamic Reports and Dashboards with Excel Dashboards & Reports For Dummies. The latest version of Microsoft Excel offers a wide range of features and capabilities,...

The Panasonic Lumix DC-LX100 II is a comprehensive guide to unlocking the camera's full potential. With over 200 pages of in-depth coverage, this book is ideal for photographers looking to improve...

Create your own unique wreaths for any occasion, all year round. This step-by-step guide shows you how to make beautiful floral wreaths at home, saving you money and allowing you to express your...

Elements of Programming offers a fresh perspective on programming, one that emphasizes the importance of a solid mathematical foundation for practical programming. By exploring algorithms in a...

Business Model Generation is a handbook for those seeking to redefine their organization's approach to value creation. By exploring the most common business model patterns and practical innovation...

The Lion First Bible is a comprehensive and engaging retelling of over sixty Bible stories, carefully selected for young children. With its colourful illustrations and clear text, this Bible is an...

Grow Where They Fall by Michael Donkor is a deeply moving novel about finding the courage to expand the limits of who you might become.Twenty years after his charismatic cousin Yaw arrives from...

Lady Emily Mystery: The Dark Heart of Florence In the midst of rising tensions between Britain and Germany, Lady Emily and her husband Colin Hargreaves find themselves drawn into a complex web of...

A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology is a fascinating exploration of the original North Germanic and Scandinavian folklore behind the characters of Thor and Loki, and many more. The book is...

Charlotte Kingston returns to the isolated Scilly Isle, where she spent her childhood summers with her grandparents, to close a school. With a newly broken heart, she's desperate to escape her life...

Ellie Roberts inherits a cottage on a remote Scilly Isle, leaving her with more questions than answers. What secrets did the previous owner, Patience Ellis, leave behind? As Ellie searches for...

Develop the Essential Skills of Rhythm Guitar Strumming Learn to strum every song perfectly with The First 100 Strumming Patterns for Guitar. This comprehensive guide helps you master the essential...

The Leibniz-Clarke Correspondence Together with Extracts from Newton's Principia and Opticks In 1715, Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz wrote to the Princess of Wales, warning her of the potential dangers of...

Set against the backdrop of Napoleonic-era Africa, this gripping nautical novel follows Captain Adam Bolitho on a perilous mission to make a fast passage from Plymouth to Freetown, West Africa. With...

The Healing Code is a life-changing program that uses energy medicine to heal mental and physical challenges. With over 1 million copies sold worldwide, this book offers a unique approach to...

Twelve individuals from diverse backgrounds share their personal journeys from atheism to Christianity, revealing how the ideas of Richard Dawkins sparked a deeper exploration of faith.From...

Sturge Town PoemsA collection of poetry by Kwame Dawes, published by Peepal Tree Press in 2023. This edition features 150 pages and is bound in paperback.The poems in this volume showcase the...

DS Alexandra Cupidi's latest case is one she never expected to take on. Resentful teenager in tow, she was forced to leave her job at the London Met and start anew on the Kent coastline.The murder of...

The third novel in the DS Alexandra Cupidi series by William Shaw is a gripping and complex crime story. A mysterious corpse is discovered in a freezer, leading to an investigation that uncovers a...

The Alexandria Link by Steve Berry is a gripping thriller that follows Cotton Malone as he navigates a complex web of intrigue and deception. When his son is kidnapped, Malone is forced back into...

Fado Alexandrino A Novel by António Lobo Antunes is a rich and complex novel that explores the lives of five men who served together in Mozambique. Ten years after their return, they reunite to...

Alexandra Bircken A-Z by Monika Bayer-Wermuth is a comprehensive overview of the artist's sculptural practice. This catalogue brings together all creative periods, exploring Bircken's multi-layered...

Louis de Bernières' debut poetry collection, Imagining Alexandria, is a gift to readers of his fiction. Beautifully illustrated with line drawings by Donald Sammut, this collection returns to the...

Clement of Alexandria offers a comprehensive exploration of how this influential Christian thinker integrated the ideas of the New Testament with those of classical philosophy, particularly Plato...

Alexandria A Novel by Paul KingsnorthOne thousand years from now, humanity's last survivors live in what were once the fens of eastern England. They are stalked by an unknown force that draws ever...

Hypatia Empress of Alexandria by Tiago Lameiras is a thought-provoking exploration of one of history's most enduring figures. In this book, the author delves into the life and legacy of Hypatia, a...

Alexandra Kollontai: A Biography by Cathy Porter offers fresh insights into the life of this pioneering Russian socialist. Drawing on newly-published memoirs, diaries and letters, the author sheds...

Tsar Nicholas II and Empress Alexandra's tragic fate has captivated the world for generations. This biography by Robert K. Massie explores how their personal struggles, including the young heir's...

Alexandrian Christianity offers fresh translations of selected works by Clement and Origen of Alexandria. This volume is part of the Library of Christian Classics series, renowned for its...

Fires of Alexandria In ancient Alexandria, one of history's greatest mysteries remains unsolved: who set fire to the legendary Great Library. A century later, Heron of Alexandria, renowned inventor...

Alexandria, a work of radical and matchless imagination, is Paul Kingsnorth's latest novel. Set in a post-civilised world, it tells the story of a small island community struggling to survive amidst...

Grand Central Terminal, one of New York City's most iconic landmarks, is more than just a symbol of beauty and innovation. It also holds secrets that can be deadly.In Linda Fairstein's latest...

Detective Mike Chapman's most personal case yet has just become his most complex. Alex Cooper, a seasoned detective with a reputation for putting criminals behind bars, has gone missing. As Mike...

A Roman investigator's family vacation becomes a murder mystery in ancient Egypt. AD 77. When the Head Librarian dies under suspicious circumstances, the Roman authorities are eager to offload the...

The Poets of Alexandria by Susan A. Stephens explores the cultural world of ancient Alexandria, a city that was both reverent of its past and forward-thinking in its approach to literature. This book...

In New York's Central Park, a serial killer is stalking their next victim. Assistant DA Alex Cooper and Detective Mike Chapman are racing against time to track down the killer before another young...

Alexandre Dumas was known as the "king of romance". This biography captures the spirit that defined his life and work. Born into a family with a complex past, Dumas's own life was marked by adventure...

Alexandria: A History and Guide by E.M. Forster is a unique blend of historical narrative and personal reflection. In 1915, Forster arrived in Alexandria as a volunteer for the Red Cross, seeking to...

Alexandra Cooper's latest case begins with a mysterious summons to Tina Barr's apartment. The young woman is convinced that her neighbour has been assaulted, but Tina denies it and refuses to...

Alexandra Horowitz explores the intricate bond between humans and dogs, examining the ways in which our canine companions reflect us and our society. As a dog scientist, she draws on cognitive...

A high-profile murder investigation unfolds at New York City's oldest and largest medical center. Top neurosurgeon Gemma Dogen is found in her blood-soaked office, brutally assaulted, stabbed, and...

Alexandre Kojève's life and thought have left an indelible mark on modern philosophy. This biography reinterprets his works, shedding light on his provocative ideas about history, individuality, and...

Alexandra, traditionally attributed to the early third-century BCE tragedian Lykophron, is a powerful and ingeniously constructed Greek poem. Written around 190 BCE, it explores the aftermath of...

August evening brings no respite from the heat as Alexandra Cooper is summoned to a crime scene. A young woman's body has been pulled from the water, her hands and feet bound to a ladder in a...

The Writings of Philo of Alexandria A collection of philosophical works by Philo of Alexandria, this volume presents his unique approach to harmonizing Jewish scripture with Greek philosophy. Through...

Alex Cooper's latest case is a high-stakes affair. Businessman and designer Wolf Savage is found dead in an apparent suicide, just days before his biggest show. But when Savage's daughter insists her...

The Alexandria Project is a true story about a groundbreaking experiment in Egypt. Researchers from five universities and organizations put the claims of Remote Viewing to the ultimate test, seeking...

New York Times bestselling author Linda Fairstein returns with a timely and captivating thriller about the deep reverberations of past sins. Assistant DA Alex Cooper is taking on a case that has...

Three works detailing the campaigns of Julius Caesar are presented in this volume. These accounts were written by officers who participated in the battles and provide valuable insights into Caesar's...

The Rise and Fall of Alexandria: Birthplace of the Modern World A lively history of the legendary ancient city, from creation to destruction, The Rise and Fall of Alexandria brings to life the story...

A naked corpse is discovered in their Folkestone home, with only a cryptic note and an eerie report of ghostly figures at the crime scene. DS Alexandra Cupidi's colleague, Officer Jill Ferriter, is...

Mosaics of Alexandria: Pavements of Greek and Roman EgyptThis beautifully illustrated study explores the art of mosaic in Greco-Roman Egypt, from its origins in Macedonia to its development in...

Lawrence Durrell's Alexandria Quartet is a masterpiece of 20th-century fiction, set against the vibrant backdrop of wartime Egypt. This epic tale of love, jealousy, and violence is a scathing...

Alexandra Kollontai's Selected Writings offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of the most influential female figures in 20th-century socialism. As a Bolshevik central committee member...

Queen Alexandra: A New PerspectiveThis biography offers an in-depth look at the life of Queen Alexandra, drawing extensively from original documents and archives. Despite her private nature, enough...

Black Routes is a collection of commentaries and biographies that celebrate the work of influential black thinkers, writers, and social revolutionaries. This diverse group includes seminal figures...

Alexandra Cooper's days often start off badly, but she's never faced such a personal challenge. A woman's body has been found in a car rented in her name, and the murder is linked to her lodger - an...

Princess Alexandra: A Life of Devotion and Service Born on Christmas Day in 1936, Princess Alexandra's early life was marked by tragedy and transition. Her birth was overshadowed by the abdication of...

Thomas-Alexandre Dumas: A Hero's Fight for Freedom In 18th-century France, Thomas-Alexandre Dumas was born into a world of contrasts. His mother was an enslaved African woman, and his father was a...

Egyptian Mythology: A Traveler's Guide from Aswan to AlexandriaThis comprehensive guide takes you on a journey up the Nile, exploring the most famous monuments and retelling the myths connected to...

Washington Post humor columnist Alexandra Petri presents a side-splitting work of historical humor that uses imagined documents to create a laugh-out-loud takedown of America's complicated past. From...

Mystic, Magician or Witch: Teachings from an Alexandrian Priest is a deeply personal and transformative account of one man's journey through the realms of magic. Murray Langham shares his story of...

The Romanov Sisters: Untold Stories of Intelligence and Sensitive Lives Helen Rappaport's latest book reveals the untold stories of the four daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra, shedding new light on...

This paperback edition presents a new English translation and commentary on Philo's treatise On the Creation of the Cosmos. In this work, Philo offers a selective exegesis of the Mosaic creation...

Lovers and Gamblers by Jackie Collins is a novel that has captivated millions around the world with its unapologetic storytelling and glorious wit. This book tells the story of two individuals, Al...

David Strachan's life is forever changed by the discovery of his grandfather's journal, which reveals a complex web of secrets and lies that span the battlefields of France, the devastation of...