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Discover Your Personality Type with the ID16 Test The ID16 Personality Test is a widely used tool in teaching, training, coaching and human resource management. This book provides an overview of the...

Carl Gustav Jung was a complex figure who merged Eastern mysticism with Western psychology. His work had a profound impact on modern psychology and beyond. Jung's open-mindedness led him to explore...

Carl Gustav Jung's writings on alchemy offer a unique perspective on the symbolism and power of these ancient images. Schwartz-Salant has gathered a selection of key texts to provide insight into...

The Western tradition has long been marked by a legacy of racism and prejudice. This provocative thesis is explored in Images of Savages: Ancients Roots of Modern Prejudice in Western Culture, which...

Discover the advocate - ESFJ personality type in this comprehensive guide. Written by Jaroslaw Jankowski, this book provides insight into the thoughts, feelings, decision-making processes, and...

Emma Bovary, a novel of tragic consequences, tells the story of a woman who seeks to escape the monotony of her life through extravagant spending and romantic affairs. But as her desires are...

Discover the unique atmosphere of Stockholm, where natural beauty meets vibrant city life. This inspiring guide takes you to 60 insider hangouts loved by the creative elite of Sweden's stunning...

David Vernon's new book is a fascinating exploration of Gustav Mahler's 11 symphonies, a body of work that continues to captivate and intrigue music lovers around the world. Through stimulating...

Set in 19th-century France, Madame Bovary is a pioneering work of realist literature that explores the complexities of provincial life. Gustave Flaubert's masterpiece follows Emma Bovary, a young...

Carl Gustav Jung's work on synchronicity and the paranormal has had a profound impact on modern thought. This collection of writings brings together key concepts from across his oeuvre, providing a...

Experiencing the Impossible: The Science of Magic explores the psychological processes that underpin our experience of magic. A psychologist and magician examines how the scientific study of magic...

Gustave Flaubert's Sentimental Education is a sweeping novel that explores the lives of those who failed to fulfill the promise of the Revolution of 1848. Published in 2024, it offers a vivid...

Carl Gustav Jung's Modern Man in Search of a Soul is a foundational work in the field of psychology, offering a comprehensive introduction to his thought and theories. This book explores a range of...

Carl Gustav Jung's Psychological Types explores the fundamental nature of human personality and behaviour. First published in English by Routledge in the early 1920s, this influential work marks a...

Gustave Flaubert's "Three Tales: A Simple Heart, Saint Julian the Hospitalier, and Herodias" presents a nuanced exploration of human nature through three distinct narratives. With precision and...

Carl Gustav Jung's The Spirit in Man, Art and Literature offers unique insights into the lives and opinions of cultural figures of the twentieth century. At the heart of this process was Jung...

Wagner and the Art of the Theatre by Patrick Carnegy is a groundbreaking stage history that explores the often scandalous productions of Richard Wagner's operas. The book examines how Wagner himself...

The Dream Lover A Novel by Elizabeth Berg In 19th-century Paris, Aurore Dupin leaves behind a loveless marriage and her family's estate to start anew. She assumes the name George Sand and pursues her...

Carl Gustav Jung's exploration of mythology delves into its fundamental nature, questioning what myth is about, where it comes from, and what role it plays in our lives. This collection of key...

The Undiscovered Self by Carl Gustav Jung is a masterful exploration of human nature and the unconscious. Written in 1951, three years before his death, this book offers clear and concise insights...

The Flying Saucers: A Modern Myth of Things Seen in the Sky Carl Gustav Jung's thought-provoking exploration of UFOs as modern myths, first published in 2002. In this insightful book, Jung examines...

The Eighth Mahler and the World in 1910 by Stephen Johnson is a fascinating exploration of Gustav Mahler's life and work. In this thought-provoking book, Johnson delves into the world premiere of...

Bouvard and Pécuchet is a novel that explores the lives of two men who leave behind their mundane jobs to explore the world of ideas. After inheriting an unexpected sum, they embark on a journey of...

The Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Rudolf Erich Raspe A collection of absurd and fantastical tales that have entertained adults and children for over two centuries. First published in...

Impressionist France explores the relationship between landscape art and national identity in 19th-century France. Between 1850 and 1880, Impressionist painters and photographers created competing...

Discover the INFP personality type and gain insight into their unique way of thinking and feeling. This comprehensive guide explores the idealist's thought process, decision-making, problem-solving,...

Bolt Action: Campaign: Italy: Tough Gut is a new supplement for Bolt Action, focusing on the later Italian Campaign. Following on from Soft Underbelly, this book adds new units, scenarios, and...

Three stories by Gustave Flaubert, a master of the short story. First published in 1877, these tales explore themes of doubt, love, loneliness, and religious experience.The collection includes "A...

Gustave Doré's 120 Greatest Illustrations is a superb compilation showcasing his art. Created to accompany some of literature's greatest works, this volume brings together Dore's finest and most...

A World Of Fallen Pieces by Sylvie Dare is a poignant and powerful story of love, loss, and survival set against the backdrop of one of history's most tumultuous periods. In 1946, Marjorie boards a...

Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy is an epic poem that follows the poet through the different sections of the afterlife. Comprising three books - Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso - this highly...

The Swiss writer Robert Walser (1878?1956) is now finding an audience among English-speaking readers commensurate with his merits. This collection of fifty translations of short prose pieces covers...

Luise Schilling arrives at Weimar's Bauhaus University, eager to make her mark. As she navigates the vibrant art and design scene, she finds herself drawn to two charismatic figures: Jakob, an art...

The Epic! Exhibition at the Taylor Institution Library in Oxford brings together a unique collection of material exploring the translation and adaptation of Homer's epics and the Nibelungenlied. This...

East German Film and the Holocaust explores how GDR filmmakers depicted Jews and the Holocaust in a country where memories of Nazi persecution were highly prescribed and tightly controlled. By...

Discover the magical world of The Planets, a musical reimagining of Holst's famous suite. This enchanting tale follows a brother and sister as they journey through our solar system, exploring the...

Arts and Crafts Embroidery by Laura Euler is a comprehensive guide to this traditional art form. Featuring over 380 beautiful photographs, the book showcases the work of famous designers such as...

Gustave Flaubert's "The Temptation of Saint Anthony" is a profound exploration of the psychological and spiritual struggles of its titular saint. Written in a time of artistic experimentation,...

Discover the counsellor personality type in-depth. This guide explores how counsellors think and feel, their decision-making processes, problem-solving strategies, and what makes them anxious or...

Noir: The Romance of Black in 19th-Century French Drawings and Prints by Lee Hendrix explores the innovative use of black drawing media during the 19th century. This volume brings together diverse...

António de Oliveira Salazar: A Leader Anchored in Principle Salazar and His Work explores the complex nature of Portugal's leader through essays by two philosophers and one historian. This collection...

Air of Solitude Followed by Requiem is a two-part work by Gustave Roud, widely regarded as the founder of modern francophone Swiss literature. In this collection, Roud explores the rural lives and...

This art history book for kids explores the Expressionist style, featuring famous artists like Gustav Klimt, Edvard Munch, and Paul Klee. Discover why they painted in this way and learn to spot...

Gustave Dore's masterful illustrations bring Dante's Divine Comedy to life with 135 exquisite plates. This collection showcases Dore's skill in capturing the drama and grandeur of Dante's journey...

Chaos, Territory, Art: Deleuze and the Framing of the Earth by Elizabeth Grosz explores the connection between art and the forces that shape our world. Drawing on the ideas of Charles Darwin, Henri...

Sally Jones and the False Rose by Jakob Wegelius is a gripping sequel to the thrilling tale of The Murderer's Ape. When a mysterious rose-shaped necklace is discovered onboard the Hudson Queen, Sally...

Carl Gustav Jung's Memories, Dreams, Reflections is a profound and introspective work of self-analysis, in which the author explores the complexities of his own life and thought. Written in the final...

Cassino '44: The Bloodiest Battle of the Italian CampaignJames Holland's gripping narrative of the brutal Allied fight to take Rome is a testament to the harsh realities of war. The Allies had seemed...

Carl Gustav Jung's Modern Man in Search of a Soul is a seminal work that explores the human quest for meaning and purpose. This thought-provoking book delves into the author's most significant...

Impressionism Reimagining Art by Norbert Wolf is a lavishly illustrated exploration of one of the art world's most recognizable styles. This comprehensive overview traces the movement's birth,...

Railway Guns of World War II by Steven J. Zaloga provides an in-depth look at the development and deployment of railway artillery during the Second World War. A focus is placed on Germany's ambitious...

The French Revolution of 1848 has been described as a pivotal moment in intellectual history. This book explores how nine influential writers responded to the revolution and its aftermath, offering a...

Discover the enduring myth of Bohemia in this Very Short Introduction. First conceived in the early 19th century as a response to the collapse of aristocratic patronage, the bohemian ideal has since...

Published in 1850, Madame Bovary is a groundbreaking novel that explores the complexities of provincial life and the human desire for excitement. Written by Gustave Flaubert, this influential work...

Theodor W. Adorno's groundbreaking study of Gustav Mahler's music explores the composer's character and works through his historical, philosophical, and social background. This densely layered...

Certain Artists offers a unique glimpse into the aesthetic preoccupations of its author. First published in 1889, this collection of art criticism includes over 140 black and white illustrations, as...

The Lotus Sutra A Biography by Donald S. Lopez, Jr. This biography offers a concise and accessible introduction to one of Buddhism's most famous scriptures, the Lotus Sutra. Composed in India over...

Otto Lilienthal was a pioneering figure in aviation history. In 1862, he began experimenting with gliders, defying conventional wisdom that flying was impossible. With his brother Gustav, Otto...

Gustav Mahler's music has long been a subject of intense debate and discussion. Poised between traditional Romanticism and modernist innovation, his compositions continue to provoke strong reactions...

The Cambridge Companion to Mahler provides a comprehensive assessment and reassessment of Gustav Mahler's life and work. Written by leading specialists in Mahler scholarship, this book offers a...

The Divine Comedy Illustrated Edition is widely regarded as one of the greatest works of world literature. This masterpiece of Italian poetry presents a unique vision of the afterlife, reflecting the...

A beautifully illustrated edition of Charles Perrault's story, Sleeping Beauty, is presented here. Written by the renowned French author in 1697, this enchanting story has captivated readers for...

Gustave Flaubert's "Madame Bovary" is a seminal work of literary realism that explores the complexities of human desire and the monotony of everyday life. The novel tells the story of Emma Bovary, an...

Alma Rose's remarkable story spans from her privileged upbringing in Vienna to her tragic fate at Auschwitz. Born into a musical family, Alma's father led the Vienna Philharmonic and her uncle was...

Flaubert: A Comprehensive Study by Leading Scholars This collection of essays brings together expert perspectives on Gustave Flaubert's life and work. It provides a thorough overview of his literary...

On the 200th anniversary of Charles Baudelaire's birth, this landmark translation brings together the poems that launched modern poetry. Composed in the 1840s, these gritty and often perverse verses...

The Fairy Tales of the Brothers Grimm A beautifully illustrated anthology of 27 beloved stories from one of literature's most iconic collections. This hardback edition features a vibrant and...

The Politics of Realism by Thomas Docherty explores the complex history of realism as an aesthetic, examining its role in shaping social, political, and material realities from the mid-19th century...

Gustave Flaubert's "Sentimental Education" is a poignant exploration of adolescent dreams and disillusionments in 19th-century France. Through its semi-autobiographical narrative, the novel...

Paradise Lost is an epic poem in blank verse by John Milton, first published in 1667. The poem consists of ten books, featuring over ten thousand lines of verse, and is considered Milton's major...

Impressionism: 1860-1920 by Ingo F. Walther provides an in-depth exploration of this pivotal art movement. The title "Impression" was actually coined by critics who ridiculed the loose, expressive...

Gustav Le Bon's groundbreaking study of crowd psychology is now available. First published in the late 19th century, this influential work examines the mental characteristics and behaviors of crowds,...

Discover the INFJ personality type and gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This comprehensive guide explores the mentor personality type in depth, answering questions such as...

Thomas Mann's La muerte en Venecia is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human beauty and desire. Set in Venice during an outbreak of cholera, the story follows Gustav von...

Heavenly Life Selected Poems by Ramsey Nasr is a collection of poems that showcase the poet's inventive and bold style. This selection includes works from his collections, as well as pieces written...

Carl Gustav Jung's Four Archetypes explores the fundamental building blocks of the human psyche, revealing the universal patterns that shape our experiences and perceptions. At the heart of Jung's...

The Gospel of Love and Peace Essene Books I to IV offers a unique spiritual perspective that transcends cultural boundaries. This collection of teachings presents a monotheistic faith that...

A Winter on the Nile by Anthony Sattin In 1849, Florence Nightingale embarked on a journey along the Nile that would change her life forever. At just 29 years old, she was an unknown quantity,...

Little Journeys To The Homes Of Eminent Painters by Elbert Hubbard offers a unique glimpse into the lives and environments of some of history's most celebrated artists. This collection of essays...

The Painted Kiss A Novel by Elizabeth Hickey In 1886 Vienna, Gustav Klimt's artistic world was a complex tapestry of beauty and decadence. For twelve-year-old Emilie Flöge, this was a city of...

Gustav Steinbrecht's Gymnasium of the Horse is a foundational text in equestrian literature, bridging two eras of equine biomechanics and training. Written in 2017, it offers a comprehensive guide to...

Real / Ideal Photography in Mid-Nineteenth-Century France by Karen Hellman In 1839, the invention of photography sparked a new era in artistic expression. French photographers responded with...

Captain H. M. Denham's story is one of intrigue and bravery during World War II. In 1940, he was posted as Naval Attaché to Sweden, a neutral country surrounded by Axis forces. Despite being bugged...

Spearhead tells the story of Clarence Smoyers, an American tank gunner who played a crucial role in the European Theatre during World War II. Despite his initial reluctance to engage in violence,...

The Kojiki An Account of Ancient Matters by Ō, no Yasumaro is Japan's first literary and historical work, compiled in the early eighth century. This collection of myths, legends, songs, and...

Circles Fifty Round Trips Through History Technology Science Culture by James Burke explores the interconnectedness of seemingly unrelated events and innovations. From electromagnetic fields to DNA...

On to Rome: Anzio & Victory at Cassino, 1944 - Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives The Allied advance in Italy was halted in early 1944 by the German defence of the Gustav Line. Despite...

The Kurc family's survival of the Holocaust is a testament to the human spirit. In the spring of 1939, three generations of siblings lived relatively normal lives in Poland, despite the hardships...

The Boy Behind the Wall by Maximilian Jones is a gripping story of friendship and adventure set against the backdrop of 1960s Berlin. When the city is divided by the infamous Wall, two teenagers, one...

The Fireman by Joe Hill is a gripping horror novel that tells the story of a deadly plague that spreads rapidly across the country. A highly contagious spore, known as Dragonscale, causes its hosts...

Vienna, a city steeped in imperial splendour, is a treasure trove of art, music, and theatre. Explore the stunning gardens of Schönbrunn Palace, gaze at Gustav Klimt's masterpieces at the Belvedere,...

Wagner's Theatre by Patrick Carnegy explores the complex and often tumultuous history of Wagner's work in the 20th century. This book delves into the radical transformations of the opera stage,...

Madame Bovary Contexts, Critical Reception offers a modernized and renewed version of Gustave Flaubert's iconic novel. Edited by Margaret Cohen, this edition includes a new introduction,...

Jerusalem has long been a city of profound significance, its name carrying connotations of peace and its ancient stones bearing witness to centuries of conflict. This anthology brings together the...

A History of the Swedish People by Vilhelm Moberg is a comprehensive account of Sweden's past, focusing on the lives and struggles of ordinary people. This second volume in Moberg's history series...

Carl Gustav Carus's Nine Letters on Landscape Painting Written in the Years 1815-1824 is an important document of early German romanticism. In this work, Carus explores the integration of art and...

The Round & Other Cold Hard Facts by Jean-Marie Gustave Le Clézio is a collection of eleven short stories that shed light on the harsh realities faced by those living in one of the world's most...

Dirt for Art's Sake: A History of Obscenity Trials from Flaubert to Lolita. This book explores the most significant obscenity trials in literary history, tracing the evolution of cultural attitudes...

Carl Gustav Jung explores the complex and often misunderstood world of rare states of consciousness in this thought-provoking work. Observations of conditions such as narcolepsy, somnambulism, and...

Attention is a wide-ranging collection of nonfiction that explores modern life through essays, memoir, criticism, diary entries, and letters. Over two decades of writing have culminated in this...