443 results for 'Oxenbury, Helen'

Joan of Arc: A HistoryThis gripping biography tells the story of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl who heard voices from God and led an army to victory in a time when women were not allowed to fight. Her...

Brass is a candid and poetic portrayal of a generation growing up in today's Britain. Nineteen-year-old Millie O'Reilly's disillusionment with her life is palpable, and her search for escape takes...

Elizabeth I: A Study in Insecurity The image of Elizabeth I is one of monarchical power, but beneath this façade lay profound and enduring insecurity. Helen Castor sheds light on the complex web of...

The Knights Templar: A Brief History of the Warrior Order by Helen J. Nicholson provides a comprehensive account of this legendary medieval order. Founded during the crusades, the Knights of the...

The Church in the Contemporary World Helen D. Morris explores the need for a more adaptable church in response to changing culture. She proposes a framework for innovative expressions of church that...

Stumpwork Embroidery Techniques and Projects by Helen Richman is a comprehensive guide to this highly decorative embroidery technique. Learn how to create your own piece using raised and padded...

Knitting Yarns: Writers On KnittingThis anthology brings together twenty-seven writers who share their personal stories about knitting and its impact on their lives. From the joy of creating...

Slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia with this practical activity book. Dementia care specialist Helen Lambert provides step-by-step ideas to stimulate and...

A Practical Guide to Staff Development & Appraisal in Schools by Helen Horne and Anthony Pierce provides an overview of successful appraisal practices, offering practical suggestions for both those...

Hardcover, 304 pages, published 15th February 2024. Julius Taranto's debut novel is a provocative and humorous exploration of our times. A young physicist, Helen, follows her mentor to an island...

Discover the power of gentle self-love with Choose You, a soothing guide to understanding your emotions and setting healthy boundaries. Therapist Helen Marie offers a supportive and nurturing...

Beautifully crafted short stories bring to life women's remarkable ability to transform themselves in the face of seemingly impossible circumstances. Drawing on myth and folklore from across Europe,...

A fresh perspective on the epic narrative of the Earth, Helen Gordon's journey takes her from the secret fossils of London to the 3-billion-year-old rocks of the Scottish Highlands, and from a...

A Puppy Called Sparkle by Helen Peters is a heartwarming story about a young girl who rescues a playful Golden Retriever puppy and learns about the special bond between humans and animals. With the...

Fantastic Female Adventurers by Lily Dyu is a collection of fourteen inspiring stories about women who have embarked on incredible journeys around the globe.From skiing to the North Pole, climbing...

The Half-Life of Snails by Philippa Holloway A tense and emotional exploration of family, trauma, and the power of small decisions. When two sisters, Helen and Jennifer, embark on a journey to...

You're Not the Problem is a powerful guide to understanding and breaking free from the impact of narcissism and emotional abuse in family relationships.Psychotherapists Helen Villiers and Katie...

The Therapist by Helene Flood is a gripping psychological thriller about a woman whose life unravels after her husband's disappearance. A cryptic voicemail sets off a chain of events as she tries to...

Greener is a poignant exploration of the changing dynamics of adult friendships and the compromises that people make in their lives. When a snowstorm forces three old friends to spend time together,...

Anatomy and Physiology Workbook by Helen McGuinness is designed to support students in achieving NVQ/SVQ Levels 2 and 3. This workbook provides a comprehensive resource for understanding human...

Nicholas Hawksmoor: Seven Churches For London explores the work of British architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, a major contributor to British and European architectural culture. The publication focuses on...

The Writer's Diet: A Guide to Fit Prose by Helen Sword is a concise and practical introduction to great writing. This slim volume offers an easy-to-follow set of writing principles to help you...

A domestic thriller of secrets and lies, "The Lover" by Helene Flood is a gripping tale of an affair, murder, and deception. When her neighbour is found dead, Rikke is questioned alongside her...

Shy Creatures, a life-affirming exploration of loneliness, love and the quiet forces that shape our lives, reminds us that freedom can come in unexpected forms.In 1964, a mysterious man arrives at a...

Shelby Richmond's life was turned upside down in an instant. A terrible road accident brought her world to a standstill, leaving her feeling overwhelmed with guilt and unable to see a future she once...

Jesus' Female Disciples by Helen Bond and Joan Taylor explores the often-overlooked women who accompanied Jesus, from Mary the mother of Jesus to Mary Magdalene and beyond. The authors examine how...

Dublin & Wicklow A Walking Guide by Helen Fairbairn Explore the great outdoors in Dublin and Wicklow, two of Ireland's most beautiful regions. This guide takes you on a journey through established...

Burnout has become an increasingly familiar feeling for many millennials. It's a state of exhaustion that can make it hard to keep up with daily tasks and responsibilities. But burnout is not just a...

Helene Hanff's correspondence with Frank Doel at 84 Charing Cross Road began in 1949, sparked by her passion for books and her determination to find volumes that would satisfy her insatiable...

The Vengeance of Legion by Helen Fields A dark fantasy sequel to Immolation of Eve, this novel follows Eve MacKenzie as she faces a new threat from the incubi she thought were gone. After a year of...

Dr Harville Hendrix's groundbreaking book has helped thousands of couples transform their relationships into lasting sources of love and companionship. First published in 1988, GETTING THE LOVE YOU...

Linda Vista is a poignant exploration of midlife crisis, as a man navigates the challenges of self-discovery in his 50s. With a blend of humour and humanity, Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Tracy...

Spot Plays Football is a heartwarming story about the joy of playing football with friends. Spot and his friends are divided into two teams, with Spot and Helen as captains, but the real focus is on...

A comprehensive collection of English poetry spanning over seven centuries, The Oxford Book of English Verse brings together a vast array of poems and poets, introducing readers to new voices and...

The Last Samurai is a novel by Helen DeWitt that tells the story of an eleven-year-old boy's quest to find his father. Raised by his mother, who has taught him multiple languages, the boy is driven...

Troy, a legendary story that has survived for thousands of years, is retold with artful humour and rich detail by Stephen Fry. The epic battle that lasted ten years is brought to life in this...

Discover the beauty of the Cairngorms with these 20 circular routes, expertly mapped for your day walk. From gentle strolls to more challenging hikes, this guide covers a range of options to suit all...

God of Violence Yesterday, God of Love Today? Wrestling Honestly with the Old Testament Helen Paynter explores the complex issue of violence in the Old Testament, acknowledging that there are no easy...

The sixth novel in Nancy Revell's compelling Shipyard Girls series. Sunderland, 1942: Polly's heart and her future are hanging in the balance as she waits for news about her missing sweetheart Tommy...

Billie, Mary Alice, Helen and Natalie have spent forty years working for the Museum, an elite network of assassins. Now, as they prepare to retire, they're sent on an all-expenses-paid trip - but...

The Tempest is a play by William Shakespeare that has been a cornerstone of theatre and academic study for centuries. This revised edition brings the Arden Third series edition up-to-date, with a new...

Discover the world of wine with confidence, thanks to this witty and practical guide for busy mums.Learn how to make the right wine choices for every occasion, from children's parties to planning a...

She Speaks: the Women of Greek Myths in Their Own Words by Honor Cargill-Martin is a fresh take on eight classic myths retold from an all-female perspective. Written in first-person, this anthology...

Life is a Dream by Pedro Calderón de la Barca and Helen Edmundson is a poetic and epic masterpiece that explores the nature of illusion, reality, fate, and destiny. In this richly imagined tale, a...

Wain is a vibrant collection of LGBT-themed poetry for teens, drawing inspiration from Scottish myths and legends. This beautifully illustrated book brings to life stories about kelpies, selkies, the...

Cambridge Technicals Level 3 Sport and Physical Activity is a comprehensive textbook designed to support the teaching of the new Cambridge Technicals 2016 suite. Developed in partnership between OCR...

Pandora's Jar: A fresh perspective on the women of Greek mythology. In ancient Greek myths, women were often portrayed as monstrous, vengeful or evil, but Natalie Haynes reveals a different story...

Wonderstruck explores the transformative role of wonder and awe in an uncertain world, revealing how these emotions shape our need to make sense of ourselves and the world around us.Helen De Cruz...

The Iliad by Homer is a timeless exploration of the human condition, set against the backdrop of a legendary war. The story revolves around a few days of intense fighting between the Greeks and the...

Landscape in Ink and Coloured Pencil explores a unique technique that combines the expressive qualities of ink with the versatility of dry coloured pencil. By integrating these two media, artists can...

This companion workbook to the bestselling relationship guide offers a practical 12-week course to help transform relationships into lasting sources of love and companionship. Based on the Imago...

A reading of a new play at a Scottish mansion takes a deadly turn when the playwright is murdered. Inspector Thomas Lynley must navigate a complex web of family secrets, fierce rivalries, and...

Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid is a haunting tale of love and sacrifice. After saving a prince from drowning, a mermaid princess makes an extraordinary choice, embracing a life of...

Step into a world where nature, magic, and fate are inextricably linked, and one wrong step can take you from the modern world into one filled with danger and wonder. This beautifully illustrated...

Patternmaking for Fashion Design by Helen Joseph Armstrong provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles of patternmaking, covering dart manipulation, added fullness, and contouring. The...

In the midst of war, the shipyard girls of Sunderland find a way to keep their lives on track. For Rosie, managing her double life is a delicate balancing act, while her little sister Charlotte...

Dogs That Help: Phase 4 Set 1 (Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised) by Helen Dineen This book introduces you to the incredible world of dogs that help their owners in various...

Mary Shelley is a play that tells the story of a pivotal moment in Mary Shelley's life - her meeting and elopement with Percy Bysshe Shelley at the age of 16, and its impact on her family,...

Mum To Mum: Pass It On is a practical guide for new mums and those expecting their first child. Written by Helen Stephens, this book offers top tips and advice to help navigate the challenges of...

The Illustrated A-Z Of Classic Mythology brings together the three outstanding traditions of Europe: Classical Greek and Roman mythology, Celtic folklore, and Norse mythology. This comprehensive...

Greece in the age of heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the court of King Peleus and his perfect son Achilles. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed...

The spellbinding new retelling of a legendary story from the perspective of the fearless women at its heart. Clytemnestra, sister of Helen, wife of Agamemnon, is driven by a desire to break a curse...

The thirteenth Tom Thorne novel from Mark Billingham is a chilling mystery that will keep readers guessing until the final page. In the small town of Polesford, two teenage girls are abducted,...

Dissolving the Ego by Helen Hamilton offers practical advice and tools to help you awaken to your True Self. This book provides step-by-step guidance on how to recognise the Self that you already...

Kala 'The Thriller of the Moment' by Colin Walsh is a gripping novel that revisits the dark events of a summer long past. In the seaside village of Kinlough, three old friends are drawn back into the...

Edgar Allan Poe's Complete Poetry is a masterful collection of verse that showcases the poet's unique vision and skill. Spanning his most iconic works, including "To Helen," "Annabel Lee," and "The...

A Nightingale Christmas Carol by Donna Douglas As the war draws to a close, the challenges faced by the nurses of the Nightingale Hospital remain. Dora, a nurse struggling to cope with her husband's...

This self-help book offers a fresh approach to weight loss, focusing on relearning your body's natural hunger and fullness signals. By eating your favourite foods in moderation, you can break free...

Discover the secrets behind raising happy, well-adjusted children in a unique cultural context. Helen Russell's book explores the parenting culture of Denmark and the other Nordic nations, uncovering...

Helen Craik's Poems by a Lady offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of a lesser-known writer of the Romantic era. This collection of thirty-nine poems, transcribed and annotated for the...

The St. Clair family's return to Paris after the Franco-Prussian War is marked by a new wave of violence and turmoil, as the Commune takes hold. For their young daughter Helene, this means a...

James Herriot's second memoir, It Shouldn't Happen to a Vet, offers a glimpse into the life of a recently qualified vet in the 1930s. Set in the Yorkshire village of Darrowby, the story follows the...

Explore the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands with 20 carefully selected day walks. From gentle rambles to more challenging routes, this guidebook features routes between 7km and 23.2km...

Direct Work with Vulnerable Children: Playful Activities and Strategies for Communication Audrey Tait and Helen Wosu offer practical advice on building trusting relationships with vulnerable children...

The United States of Cryptids: A Tour of American Myths and Monsters Explore the fascinating world of America's most mysterious creatures. From legendary beasts to bizarre legends, travel writer J. W...

White is for Witching by Helen Oyeyemi is a haunting and atmospheric tale that explores the power of magic, memory, and the supernatural. When the Silver family loses their matriarch, Lily, her...

Fear and violence lurked in the shadows of wartime London, as the city's residents faced unprecedented dangers. Mass displacement, anonymity, and bomb-scarred landscapes created opportunities for...

This hands-on guide offers a wide range of creative prompts and pathways for artists, students and teachers of performance. Leslie Hill and Helen Paris present 'Curious Methods', a hybrid approach...

This first book of feelings introduces little ones to a wide range of emotions, exploring why animals feel happy, sad, and excited. The book encourages children to think about their own feelings,...

Discover the fascinating world of shells with this interactive lift-the-flap board book. Helen Scales, a marine biologist and documentary maker, invites young children to explore the wonders of...

The Postcolonial Studies Reader by Bill Ashcroft, Gareth Griffiths, and Helen Tiffin is a comprehensive collection of postcolonial writing theory and criticism. This third edition has been thoroughly...

Lucie Rie: The Adventure of Pottery celebrates the life and work of one of the finest modern potters of the 20th century. Born in Vienna, Rie's successful early career was cut short in 1938 when she...

Greece in the age of heroes. Patroclus, an awkward young prince, has been exiled to the court of King Peleus and his perfect son Achilles. Despite their differences, Achilles befriends the shamed...

Stay and Fight A Novel by Madeline ffitch is a protest novel that challenges our notions of effective action. Set in a region known for its independent spirit, the story shakes up what it means to be...

After Dark by Jayne Cowie In a world where the law keeps men at home after 7pm, a curfew that was meant to bring safety and security, a new threat emerges. For three women, the night is a time of...

The Last Girl to Die by Helen Fields is a haunting mystery that follows the investigation into the disappearance and murder of a young girl on a remote Scottish island. When private investigator...

Desmond and Deirdre Doyle's silver wedding anniversary is approaching, and their eldest daughter, Anna, must decide how to commemorate the occasion. As the day draws nearer, tension mounts, and the...

This beautifully illustrated daily anthology brings you the very best of nature writing from around the world and through the centuries. With one carefully selected piece to savour every day, it's a...

When her new colleague's lifeless body is found at the bottom of a canoe, Nora Carleton is implicated in a brutal murder investigation. She had been working on a confidential assignment involving...

Iris has to hide her very large lion in the house. It's not easy, but she does her best because mums and dads can be funny about having a lion at home. There are lots of good places to hide a lion -...

All's Well That Ends Well: Third Series (The Arden Shakespeare Third Series) by William Shakespeare In this new edition of All's Well That Ends Well, Suzanne Gossett offers fresh perspectives on the...

Contextual wellbeing is a state of health, happiness, and positive engagement that arises from membership of an equitable, inclusive, and cohesive school environment. This approach to supporting...

Charismatic Christianity: Introducing Its Theology through the Gifts of the Spirit by Helen Collins provides a fresh perspective on this renewal movement. Collins explores the significance of...

The story of Marcel Marceau's heroic work during WWII is one of courage and selflessness. In "Masters of Silence", Kathy Kacer tells the tale of two siblings, Helen and Henry, who are forced to flee...

Zennor in Darkness by Helen Dunmore is a novel set in the Cornish coastal village of Zennor in 1917. The story follows Clare Coyne, a young artist, as she navigates her relationships with her cousin...

Christmas with the Shipyard Girls Shipyard Girls 7 by Nancy Revell As Christmas approaches in 1942, the shipyard girls face a flurry of snow and surprises. Polly's fiancé has finally returned home...

Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life by Helen Czerski explores the fascinating connections between the world around us and the big ideas that shape it. From the principles of gases to the...

The Odes of John Keats by Helen Vendler A landmark study of Keats's six great odes, this book reconstructs the magnificent architecture of his poetry, beam by beam. Composed in just a few months in...

Shipyard Girls Under the Mistletoe by Nancy Revell As Christmas approaches in 1944, the promise of victory draws closer for those living and working in Sunderland. For Dorothy, this festive season...

Stanford Tuck: A Fighter Ace's True Story This new biography corrects previous misconceptions and presents a fresh look at one of Britain's greatest fighter aces. Helen Doe delves into the evidence...