346 results for 'Landon, Sydney'

Clive James's autobiographical trilogy, Always Unreliable, offers a candid and witty account of his life. Spanning three volumes, Unreliable Memoirs, Falling Towards England, and May Week Was in...

This steamy coming-of-age novel tells the story of James, an 18-year-old who's struggling to come to terms with his past. As he embarks on a summer of freedom and self-discovery in Sydney, he finds...

The Southern Aurora train runs twice daily from Melbourne to Sydney and back again, stopping in Mittigunda exactly halfway. For Jimmy, growing up on the poorest street in town is about holding things...

A Room Made of Leaves by Kate Grenville is a powerful novel about resilience and human desire. In 1788, Elizabeth's life takes a dramatic turn when she marries a soldier with a dark past, bound for...

Philip Larkin: Letters Home by Philip Larkin is a unique and intimate collection of letters that sheds new light on the life and experiences of one of England's most beloved poets. These letters,...

A Thousand Miles from Care: A Thirty-Year Quest for Justice The story of Steve Johnson's 30-year quest to uncover the truth about his brother's death is a gripping and heartbreaking tale. In 1988,...

Wendy Whiteley and the Secret Garden is the extraordinary story of how one woman transformed an overgrown wasteland into a beautiful sanctuary. For more than twenty years, Wendy has worked tirelessly...

Edith Blake's War tells the remarkable true story of an Australian nurse who served in World War I. In 1918, while en route to France to care for wounded soldiers, Edith was tragically killed by a...

The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage is a hilarious and inventive tale of two Victorian geniuses. Ada Lovelace, mathematician and proto-programmer, and Charles Babbage, eccentric inventor...

AC/DC at 50 celebrates the extraordinary history of one of rock's most iconic bands. This milestone anniversary edition features 50 significant milestones in the band's career, from their formation...

Aimée Leduc's life is turned upside-down when she receives a phone call from Jutta Hald, a woman claiming to have shared a jail cell with Aimée's long-lost mother. A meeting is arranged in an ancient...

Shipping Roots: A Journey Through Empire The movement of plants across land masses has been shaped by human activity, with both intentional and unintentional transport playing a significant role...

Catherine's journey to Buenos Aires began unexpectedly, when her boat capsized in Sydney harbour. She soon found herself falling for Pedro, who introduced her to his culture and cuisine. As she...

Tintin in the Land of the Soviets, Tintin in the Congo, Tintin in America, Cigars of the Pharaoh, The Blue Lotus, The Broken Ear, The Black Island, King Ottakar's Sceptre, The Crab with the Golden...

The World Atlas of Street Art by Rafael Schacter is a visually stunning compendium showcasing the most breathtaking pieces of street art and graffiti from around the globe. Since its origins in the...

On his 19th birthday, Peter Allison made an impulsive decision: to choose between Africa and South America as his next adventure. After eight years guiding safaris in Africa and another eight in...

Father Frank Docherty has had his share of run-ins with the church authorities. Expelled from the Sydney archdiocese in the early 1970s for preaching against the Vietnam War, he has lived in Canada...

Oriana: A Photographic Journey is a visual tour of this remarkable cruise ship. Built by Meyer Werft in Germany and named by HM the Queen, Oriana was launched in 1995 and has since become a beloved...

The Great Divide: Australia's Housing Mess and How to Fix It by Alan Kohler Australia's housing market has become increasingly unaffordable, with Sydney ranking as one of the most expensive cities in...

Mystery and intrigue surround the seemingly natural death of Lawrence. But for Maggie, something doesn't add up. A hidden diary, a scrap of paper, and an abandoned puppy are just a few clues that...

The Three Principles: A New Paradigm in Psychology This book tells the story of a profound shift in understanding that has been quietly transforming lives worldwide. It began with Sydney Banks, who...

A First-Class Life on a Third-Class Ticket: The Edwardian Memoirs of Ronald Gray, Artist and Traveller. Ronald Gray's life was marked by an insatiable curiosity and passion for art. Born in Chelsea...

Seventeen-year-old Scout Ramsey's life is marked by hardship and uncertainty. Her mother's struggles with addiction have left her feeling lost and alone. When her mother tries to sell her for a bag...

Storytime Yoga brings the magic of yoga and storytelling together in a unique way. This guide gathers innovative exercises, songs, and stories to encourage literacy and vibrant physical health in...

Tony Cohen defined Australia's punk and rock sounds in the late '70s, '80s and '90s. His long career took him from Melbourne and Sydney studios to West Berlin and London's Abbey Road, working with...

The Camden housing projects, designed by Sydney Cook and his team in the 1960s and 1970s, are widely regarded as a landmark achievement in UK urban planning. These iconic schemes, including Alexandra...

A small town in North Carolina holds secrets and surprises within its unassuming streets. At the heart of this quiet community lies a garden, famous for its extraordinary apple tree and edible...

Blaise Hill, a young journalist from one of Sydney's toughest neighbourhoods, is dispatched to London at the dawn of the swinging sixties to report on Princess Margaret's controversial marriage. As...

Baptism Of Fire: A Year Living and Working with Duran Duran A behind-the-scenes look at the making of one of the defining albums of the 80s, this book tells the story of Ian Little's meteoric rise to...

Malcolm Turnbull's A Bigger Picture offers an exceptionally candid and compelling narrative of his time as Australia's 29th Prime Minister. When he took office, there was a sense of excitement in the...

Arriving in Sydney in January 1920, Margaret Dalton is full of excitement as she begins her new life in Australia. After two years apart, she can't wait to be reunited with her husband Frank...

David McBride's life story is a colourful and fascinating tale of adventure, achievement and diversions. Born into a family with a strong medical background, he followed in his father's footsteps to...

A serial killer is terrorising the women of Sacramento, leaving behind only two letters carved into their torsos - "Sydney". When he kidnaps Daisy Dawson, she fights back with surprising strength,...

The 50 Greatest Walks of the World by Barry Stone is a comprehensive guide to some of the world's most famous and lesser-known trails. From iconic American routes like the Appalachian Trail, to...

Sydney's life is a jumble of contradictions. She's a rudderless teenager who hangs out under the bleachers, blasts music in her friend's car, and gets into arguments with her little brother. But...

Two countries, two cultures, one story. Mira't is a heartwarming picture book that brings together the lives of two little boys from different worlds. One boy lives in an urban family in Sydney,...

Mary Ward: First Sister of Feminism by Sydney Thorne is a fascinating biography that sheds new light on the life of an extraordinary Englishwoman. In 1621, Mary Ward embarked on a remarkable journey...

Evidence-Based Coaching Volume 1: Theory, Research and Practice from the Behavioural Sciences by Cavanagh, Michael;Grant, Anthony;Kemp, Travis is a landmark publication that brings together leading...

Blurb by Reilly, a woman who has built walls around her heart, is about to have them destroyed by Bray Williamson, a man who comes into her life with a force that cannot be ignored. Bray is a force...

Sam Blue stands accused of a heinous crime: the brutal murders of three young students. His sister, Detective Harriet Blue, is determined to prove his innocence, but her efforts are complicated by a...

Detective Harriet Blue has been assigned a new and deadly case in the remote Australian desert. Three young people have disappeared from the Bandya Mine, and it's her job to track them down. But with...

Discover the ultimate travel companion for Australia. Lonely Planet's expert local guides reveal the best experiences for your trip, from surfing the iconic beaches of Byron Bay to exploring the rock...

The Hawker Hurricane: A Legend in the Skies of World War II. The Hawker Hurricane was a pivotal fighter aircraft for the Royal Air Force during World War II. Its design, led by Sydney Camm, set it...

The Wardian Case: How a Simple Box Moved Plants and Changed the World By Luke Keogh In 1829, an accidental discovery led to a groundbreaking invention that would revolutionize the way plants were...

Dealing with the Unavoidable Narcissist in Your Life: A Strategic Blueprint for Coping with Difficult Relationships by Sydney Koh. Living under the same roof, sharing a workplace, or co-parenting...

Tintin in the Land of the Soviets, Tintin in the Congo, Tintin in America, Cigars of the Pharaoh, The Blue Lotus, The Broken Ear, The Black Island, King Ottakar's Sceptre, The Crab with the Golden...