5200 results for 'Solomon, Rivers'

The Mercenary River: Private Greed, Public Good - A History of London's Water By Nick Higham London's history is inextricably linked to its struggle for reliable and clean water. From the Middle Ages...

Clive James's epic poem, The River in the Sky, is a deeply personal and profoundly moving work that explores the meaning of life through a unique blend of poetry, culture, and autobiography.Written...

The Brahmaputra River: A Journey of Discovery In 2003, Mark Shand embarked on an extraordinary journey along one of the world's most majestic rivers. Beginning in Western Tibet, he set out to...

A magical fable about loving and losing a child, Cried Out the River for Love is a poignant exploration of family relationships. A sculptor father and costume-maker mother watch over their fragile...

The River's Tale: A Year on the MekongAlong the mighty Mekong, a journey through Southeast Asia unfolds as Edward Gargan explores the cultural islands that dot its banks. From windswept plateaus to...

A new term at boarding school brings change and challenge for Jummy. Football is banned, but the girls are determined to host an inter-school music competition that will showcase their talents and...

The Hooghly: A River of Global Significance For centuries, the Hooghly was a river of global importance, attracting merchants, missionaries, and others from Europe, Asia, and beyond. Its...

The River: A MemoirThis powerful and poignant memoir recounts the author's journey through a series of traumatic experiences, family shelters, and foster homes, as he grapples with the insidious...

River Pike in Northern England is a comprehensive guide to this iconic species, written by Bill Winship, a renowned expert with over 50 years of experience. This book is a culmination of his...

Gone to See the River Man by Kristopher Triana is a chilling tale of obsession and horror. For super fans willing to give anything for their idols, the line between devotion and madness can be...

By the Rivers of Babylon A Novel by Michael D O'Brien presents an intimate and thought-provoking portrayal of the early life of Ezekiel, a young man chosen for his visions. As he navigates the...

The Ethnographic Experiment A.M. Hocart and W.H.R. Rivers in Island Melanesia, 1908 by Edvard Hviding In 1908, two anthropological pioneers conducted groundbreaking fieldwork in the Solomon Islands...

River of Destiny by Barbara Erskine In this epic novel, Barbara Erskine weaves a thrilling tale that spans centuries and locations. The story begins in Anglo Saxon Britain, where ancient barns hold...

The Spoon River Anthology by Edgar Lee Masters is a groundbreaking collection of poetry that explores the lives of small-town Americans. Inspired by the town's tombstones, this work weaves a tapestry...

A haunting horror novel set in a small Georgia town, Those Across the River is a captivating tale of terror and sacrifice. Frank Nichols, a man haunted by memories of the Great War, has arrived in...

Operation Paperclip: The History of the Secret Program to Bring Nazi Scientists to America During and After World War II Following the end of World War II, the Western Allies and the Soviet Union...

The Voynich Manuscript: A Mysterious Renaissance Codex that Remains Unsolved The Voynich Manuscript is one of the most enigmatic and intriguing documents of the Renaissance period. This mysterious...

For SA and piano, this high-energy piece captures the characteristics of a river through body-percussion, sound effects, repeating themes, and strong rhythms. It's a fun and dynamic setting of...

Discover the life cycles of fascinating river creatures. This book reveals the stages of ten different living things in their natural habitats, linking together to create three food chains that...

The Seine: A River that Made ParisElaine Sciolino's captivating tour of the Seine takes readers on a journey from its source in Burgundy to its estuary, exploring the river's rich history and lively...

By the river, life moves at a gentle pace for Mr Otter and his friends. Needles the Hedgehog and The Squirrel have been their companions for years, and they're content with the quiet routine.But one...

Rivers A Novel by Michael Farris Smith is set in the post-Katrina South, where violent storms have decimated the region. The Gulf Coast has been brought to its knees, with years of catastrophic...

The Chrysler Building: A History of One of New York City's Most Famous Landmarks The Chrysler Building is an iconic symbol of New York City, embodying the country's strength, diversity, and beauty...

The River Cottage Cookbook offers a practical guide to the River Cottage lifestyle, covering more than just recipes. It's a witty and down-to-earth approach to cooking and living, with tips on buying...

Thief River Falls is a gripping novel about survival and the human will to resist. Lisa Power's life has been forever changed by tragedy, leaving her a shadow of her former self. When a young boy...

The King of the Golden River is a charming fairy tale told with John Ruskin's signature style. In this delightful story, a young boy named Gluck embarks on an expedition to a strange and wonderful...

The Po An Elegy for Italy's Longest River is a captivating journey along the iconic River Po and through Italian history, society and culture. Tobias Jones travels the length of the river against the...

Painting Rivers from Source to Sea by Rob Dudley is a comprehensive guide to capturing the beauty of rivers in watercolour painting. With over 200 colour images, the book shares the author's methods,...

Beyond the Wild River by Sarah Maine is an atmospheric and evocative historical novel set in Scotland's Borders. A story of secrets, lies, and dramatic consequences unfolds as Evelyn Ballantyre...

The River Nile was the most important river in ancient Egypt, playing a vital role in commerce and transportation. This book explores its historical significance, providing insight into the...

Charles Bronson: The Actor Who Embodied a New Era of Cinema The 1960s saw a shift in popular culture, with a more frank and severe view of societal reality emerging. In response, motion picture...

The River by Rumer Godden is a poignant and intense portrait of loss and innocence. Harriet's life is about to be shattered by a tragic event, shattering the comforting rhythm of her Indian childhood...

The Indus River has been a source of fascination for millennia. Rising in the Tibetan mountains, it flows west across northern India and south through Pakistan, playing a crucial role in the region's...

The River Of No ReturnA thrilling adventure that takes Max Murphy from the safety of Venice to the heart of danger in Central America. When a rogue octopus drags him into the underworld, he realizes...

Journey to the River Sea is a captivating and humorous tale of adventure and self-discovery. Orphaned girl Maia embarks on a journey to her distant relatives in Brazil, where she finds a world of...

Peter Christensen's Oona River Poems is a collection born from his deep connection with the natural world. As a writer and guide, he drew inspiration from the wilderness areas of Alberta, BC, Yukon,...

The aerial battles between the F4U Corsair and A6M Zero-sen in the Solomons/Rabaul theatre were marked by contrasting strengths and weaknesses. Initially, the Corsair's introduction into combat was...

Carl and Rita rent a house on stilts in a river, but as they spend more time together, cracks start to appear in their relationship. Carl searches for someone he can look up to, hoping to meet the...

River Monsters is a fascinating exploration of modern folklore and cryptozoology. This book delves into the world of creatures that have captured the imagination of people, from those that exist in...

This comprehensive guide to foraging for wild mushrooms in the UK covers 72 species, including both edible and poisonous varieties. John Wright provides expert advice on identification techniques,...

When Sir Henry Curtis's brother George goes missing in the African interior, Allan Quatermain is persuaded to lead an expedition to find him. Their perilous journey takes them deep into uncharted...

Run River is a haunting and suspenseful novel by Joan Didion, exploring the darker side of marriage and family life. When tragedy strikes, the consequences are devastating, revealing a complex web of...

River Wild by Samantha Towle tells the story of two people who find an unexpected connection in a new town. After a difficult past, they both have secrets that make it hard to open up. But when they...

...And Egypt Is the River is a collection of mystical prose-poems that explore the origins of language and the evolution of cosmology. The author draws on linguistic theories to examine how our...

Set against the backdrop of London's River Thames in 1806, The Secret River is a powerful and poignant novel about the human cost of a single mistake. When William Thornhill is sentenced to...

The House by the River by Ap Herbert is a culturally significant work that has been preserved and made available to the public. As it falls into the public domain, readers can freely access and...

The False River by Nick Holdstock is a collection of short stories that explore the complexities of human life. In these powerful tales, characters struggle to cope with loss and find solace in...

The River That Flows Beside Me is a visually stunning concertina book that takes you on a journey from the mountain spring to the sea. It explores the changing landscapes along a river's journey and...

Pacific Profiles Volume 15 Allied Bombers: B-26 Marauder Series Australia, New Guinea and the Solomons 1942-1945This volume presents in-depth profiles of the B-26 Marauder aircraft, which played a...

The Great River: The Making and Unmaking of the Mississippi By Boyce Upholt The Mississippi River is a force that has shaped America's culture and history, its influence felt across nearly half the...

The River of Souls, set in 1703, is a gripping tale of murder, mystery, and treachery in the Carolina settlement of Charles Town. Matthew Corbett, a professional problem solver, is hired to escort a...

The Kowie River: A Biography of a Tidal Waterway and its People. The Kowie River, located in the Eastern Cape, is a unique and fascinating subject for biography. This river has played a significant...

A masterful account of the pivotal four months in the Guadalcanal and Solomons campaign, this book offers fresh insights into the turning point of the Pacific Theater during World War II. Jeffrey...

The Spirit of the River: A Quest for the KingfisherBy Declan Murphy, Lilliput Press 2021, 205 pages.This deeply personal and insightful work explores the author's quest to study the elusive...

The River's A Singer is a captivating collection of poems from Valerie Bloom. Sparkling with joy and wit, these lyrical poems bring together some of her most distinctive works for the first time...

Sir Edward Leithen's life hangs in the balance as he faces a terminal diagnosis. With only a year to live, he embarks on an extraordinary journey from London to the Canadian Northwest in search of a...

Reflections on Silver River offers a unique and accessible introduction to Tibetan Buddhist practice. This book presents a new translation of Tokme? Zongpo's Thirty-Seven Practices of a Bodhisattva,...

A Song to Drown Rivers by Ann Liang is an epic historical fantasy that weaves together themes of womanhood, war, sacrifice, and love. In ancient China, Xishi's beauty holds a deadly purpose, as she...

The Colorado River once met the Gulf of California near a small village, but now 90 percent of its water is diverted before it reaches Mexico. This change has had a profound impact on the local...

Leepus - THE RIVER is a standalone novel by Jamie Delano, set in the world of Inglund. Leepus embarks on an upriver journey aboard the Black Sow to support a friend in trouble, navigating a complex...

The Schuylkill River's story is one of transformation and resilience. From its origins to its confluence with the Delaware, this river has shaped the history of Philadelphia and its people. Beth...

Silver River Shadow is an unforgettable true story about truth and friendship that reveals Canada's darkest secrets. With stunning illustrations, this beautifully written book shines a light on a...

The River Murders: Three Gripping Stories. One Relentless InvestigatorWhen his cousin is abducted, Mitchum's skills as an unofficial private eye are put to the test. As he delves deeper into the...

The Frozen River by Clare FlynnThree women, each with her own story of loss and resilience, find themselves brought together in a small Canadian town. Ethel, a widow and single mother, Alice, a war...

Rivers of the Anthropocene brings together innovative research from an international collaborative group of scientists and experts to study global freshwater systems. This volume addresses the...

River People is a powerful novel that tells the story of two young girls struggling to survive in a time when women and children had few rights. In late 19th-century Nebraska, Effie and Bridget face...

A hot summer's day brings unexpected excitement to an old house. A thin cat spots a bold mouse, and their chase is on. As they speed through the town, they encounter colourful characters along the...

The Bridge on the River KwaiA gripping tale of loyalty and survival set in the midst of war, this novel explores the complexities of human nature under extreme circumstances.With its...

From the Five Rivers is a collection of short stories by Flora Annie Steel, first published in 1901. Set against the backdrop of colonial India, these tales offer a unique glimpse into life during...

Cleveland Trewe has come to Sweet River in Nevada with his wife Berry and a claim to build a new life. However, a ruthless cattleman named Asa Hawthorn is also after the land, using threats and...

A diverse collection of 190 poems by 133 poets is presented in this anthology. Poems from both sides of the Atlantic are featured, alongside established favourites such as Tennyson's "The Song of the...

A man brings his new girlfriend to a remote family cabin for fly-fishing, but she's not the only woman he has brought here. This is a story about love, relationships and the power of the natural...

The World Atlas of Rivers, Estuaries, and Deltas is a comprehensive guide to the world's dynamic waterways. From the mighty Congo and Mekong rivers to the Seine and Mississippi estuaries, these...

Meyer Lansky: The Infamous Life and Legacy of the Mob's Accountant Meyer Lansky was a complex figure, both admired and reviled for his cunning and intelligence. As a key player in 20th century...

The Tetley siblings' lives are falling apart after their mother's death. As their family farm goes to ruins, Rose sets out to escape the grief and mess of home. She finds solace in a community that...

Daughter of the Great River by Khalil Rahman Ali is a powerful story about Onida, a young woman who emerges from centuries of hardship to lead her people out of the challenges they face. Her tribe,...

The River of Silver brings together stories from before, during, and after the events of the Daevabad Trilogy. This magical compilation offers a fresh perspective on a world already rich in magic and...

Deep River by Shusaku Endo and Van C. Gessel is a profound exploration of human struggle and spiritual quest. A group of Japanese tourists converge at the banks of the Ganges, each carrying their own...

Rivers have been crucial to human societies for millennia, serving as vital transportation routes and sources of water for various uses. This comprehensive textbook explores river ecology in a broad...

Return to Virgin River with the books that started it all. When a chance encounter forces two people to leave their pasts behind, they find an unexpected home in the tiny mountain town of Virgin...

The Down River People by Adam Smith Inheriting his family's bar is not an inheritance Myers Carpenter wants. But when he burns his bridges in Mississippi, he has no choice but to turn to his...

River of Fire is a masterpiece of twentieth-century Urdu fiction that spans over two and a half millennia, weaving the fates of four recurring characters into a rich tapestry of history and human...

Rivers of London: A Magical World of Crime and MysteryThis special edition celebrates the 10th anniversary of Ben Aaronovitch's critically acclaimed novel, featuring four masterful illustrations, a...

River Deep Mountain High by Gareth Calway Set against the backdrop of contemporary Britain, this novel explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity. Through its...

The Bookstore at Rivers End is a heart-wrenching novel about healing and second chances. After a painful divorce and feelings of guilt over her daughter's needs, Harriet Main opens a bookstore in the...

Cadence of Truth (Not the Same River) by Inka York is a thought-provoking novel that explores complex themes and ideas.Set against a richly imagined backdrop, this book delves into the realms of the...

The Dialogue of Solomon and Marcolf: A Dual-language Edition from Latin and Middle English Printed Editions. This 106-page paperback presents two lively exchanges between Solomon, an Old Testament...

The Seine: A River that Made ParisBy Elaine Sciolino, National Geographic Books. This vibrant tour follows the Seine from its source in Burgundy to its estuary, exploring its rich history and lively...

The Burning River by Lawrence Patchett is an extraordinary imaginative achievement that presents a radically changed Aotearoa New Zealand. In this unsettlingly strange and fully realised narrative...

Dark River: A Play with Music for Young People by Alexa Romanes explores the lives of people living in poverty in Victorian London. The story follows the struggles and interactions of various...

Josie DiSanti's life has been turned upside down by tragedy and loss. With her husband gone and financial struggles mounting, she makes the difficult decision to move her two daughters, Rose and...

The Last Stand of the 'Glorious Glosters' 1951 In the spring of 1951, over 350,000 veteran troops launched a massive assault along the Imjin River in Korea. The US 3rd Infantry Division and the...

Peace Like a River is a heroic quest, a tragedy, and a love story that explores the possibility of magic in everyday life. Against the backdrop of a quiet Midwestern community, an extraordinary...

Pine River marks a new beginning for its protagonist, who finds themselves at odds with their past. When they arrive at school, they're immediately drawn to Scout Raiden, a charismatic and enigmatic...

The River Dragon Has Come! The Three Gorges Dam and the Fate of China's Yangtze River and Its People by John Thibodeau and Philip B. Williams. A powerful investigation into the impact of the Three...

Living Beside a River explores what it means to live by a river. It looks at basic geographical features and why people choose to live there, as well as the risks associated with living near water...

River Effra, South London's secret spine tells the story of a river that vanished underground 150 years ago. Once a haunt of eels and herons, it was transformed by unregulated development into a...

Rivers Of London Vol. 1: Body Work is a gripping graphic novel that delves into the darker side of London's streets. Peter Grant, a young wizard, must navigate two complex cases that threaten the...

Gina Higgins embarks on a perilous journey across the country to save her daughter. Her only hope lies in uncovering the secrets hidden within an old diary, a Second World War love story that has the...

A River Town by Thomas Keneally is a mesmerising tale of a flawed hero whose stubborn integrity is nearly his undoing. Set in turn-of-the-century Australia, the story follows Tim Shea as he navigates...