2182 results for 'Turnbull, Victoria'

Dark secrets and lies have long been buried beneath the foundations of Dalloway School. The history of the school is marked by tragedy, with five violent deaths in its early years. For Felicity, the...

Maria's Island is a powerful and moving story about a young girl's journey to understand a mysterious and misunderstood disease. Set in a beautiful Greek landscape, the book explores themes of...

The Pride of the Peacock is a Victorian gothic thriller that follows Jessica Clavering as she uncovers her family's dark secrets and her connection to a famously cursed gemstone. To secure her...

Fallout: The Vault Dweller's Official Cookbook brings the irradiated world of Bethesda Entertainment's Fallout to your kitchen. This Vault-Tec-approved cookbook features recipes inspired by the...

Help your child prepare for their 11+ English entrance exams with this comprehensive practice paper pack. Designed to test pupils ahead of pre-tests and 11 plus independent school entrance exams, it...

Cartes Postales from Greece is a beautifully depicted love affair with Greece, and a spellbinding tale of love and loss. This novel is fiction with a distinctive photographic framework, magical and...

Experience the world of Red Queen in a beautifully designed companion collection. Broken Throne features three brand-new novellas, two previously published novellas, and exclusive content, including...

Help your child prepare for the 11 Plus English exam with this comprehensive practice paper pack.Developed to test pupils in preparation for the most challenging pre-tests and 11 Plus independent...

Electricity is the power behind many everyday objects, from smartphones to vacuum cleaners. But what is electricity, and where does it come from? This book explains the basics of electricity in a fun...

Elsa Lanchester's life was a complex tapestry of love, identity, and performance. As the actress behind the iconic Bride of Frankenstein, she left an indelible mark on cinema. Yet, it was her own...

Rachel Richards' life in London has lost its sparkle. She feels unfulfilled and restless, her dreams of adventure fading into a monotonous routine. When her company, Snug, offers her the chance to...

Nancy Hunter and her grandmother Jane Hunter run the Dedley Endings Bookshop, selling crime, thriller and mystery books, in a small, quiet village where life is often quiet. The arrival of the Roth...

Beekeeping was never Bill Turnbull's intention, but after a swarm landed in his backyard, it seemed like fate. Despite initial mishaps and multiple stings, he found himself drawn to the fascinating...

C.M. Turnbull's work on Singapore's history has had a lasting impact on the field. Her approach to historical research involved meticulous analysis of documents and published materials, with a focus...

Ninja Unmasking the Myth by Stephen Turnbull is a fascinating study of Japan's famous secret warriors. This book challenges the popular view of the ninja, revealing the truth behind their origins and...

Sustainable Smallholding by Lorraine Turnbull offers practical guidance for those looking to create a more sustainable and productive lifestyle. By sharing her extensive knowledge and experience,...

The Mountain People is a poignant and thought-provoking account of human decline. In this powerful study, Colin Turnbull recounts the tragic story of the Ik, African tribesmen who have struggled to...

The Forest People is an intimate account of a hunter-gatherer tribe living in harmony with nature. Colin Turnbull spent three years among this isolated group, documenting their daily life and...

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...

Observations upon Liberal Education by George Turnbull explores the relationship between education and moral strength. First published in 1742, this work is a significant contribution to the Scottish...

A Victorian-themed grayscale coloring book featuring detailed illustrations of Victorian ladies and gentlemen, dresses, fashion, architecture, and interior design. This 62-page softcover book...

A helpless baby is forsaken in a churchyard, setting the stage for Emma's life. Abandoned and cast aside, she grows up with unanswered questions about her past. Each year, mysterious gifts appear at...

Black Victorians/Black Victoriana explores the lives of blacks in Victorian England, a period previously overlooked by scholarship. Using a transatlantic lens, the contributors examine not just...

Victorian Childhoods offers a fresh perspective on growing up in Britain during the Victorian era. By exploring the diverse experiences of children from different backgrounds and regions, this book...

The Victorian Church: 1829-1859 by Owen Chadwick is a seminal work of ecclesiastical history that offers original and independent judgement. This volume provides a comprehensive examination of the...

The Victorian Clergy provides an in-depth examination of the clergy's role in English society during a period of significant change. From their prominent position in 1830 to their increasingly...

The Victorian Modern A Design Bible for the Victorian Home by Jo Leevers is a comprehensive guide to understanding and adapting 19th-century design in contemporary homes. This book explores how to...

The Victorian Stage: A Hazardous World of Entertainment Life on the performing stage was often more perilous than one might imagine. Behind the glamour and spectacle, disaster, destitution, and death...

A Victorian Grimoire brings to life the magic and romance of the past. This enchanting book explores the simple yet effective ways of conjuring magic that were practiced during the Victorian era,...

Get ready to experience life in 19th-century Britain with this comprehensive guide. Ruth Goodman's engaging account takes you through a typical day, from morning routines to evening activities.Living...

Discover the fascinating world of Victorian magic with Geoffrey Lamb's engaging exploration of 19th-century entertainment. This title brings to life the stories of magicians, conjurers, illusionists,...

Rugby Victorianana: The Highs and Lows of Victorian Rugby in Northern EnglandThis book explores the history of rugby in Northern England during the Victorian era, a period marked by significant...

First published in 1965, this book explores Oxford during the Victorian period, shedding light on the city's constitutional development and the university's political standing. It also examines the...

A personal account of growing up in Victorian England, this book offers a unique insight into the British Empire and the life of its author. Written by Claire Annabel Caroline Grant Duff, it explores...

Victorian Sustainability in Literature and Culture explores how the concept of sustainability emerged during the Victorian period as a response to concerns about energy resources, environmental...

Victoria and India: A Humanely Engaging Story of Imperial Rule. In this thought-provoking book, Miles Taylor presents an original account of Queen Victoria's relationship with India, challenging the...

The Victorian Theatre: A Hazardous World Behind the Scenes Behind the glamour and spectacle of Victorian theatre lies a darker reality. In this era, performing spaces were as treacherous as...

The Victorian age may seem distant in time, but its domestic habits are surprisingly familiar. In "Inside the Victorian Home", Judith Flanders explores the daily lives of people living in one of the...

The Vulgarization of Art: The Victorians and Aesthetic Democracy (Victorian Literature and Culture Series) Linda Dowling's major reinterpretation of the Victorian Aesthetic Movement reveals that key...

The Rise of the Victorian Actor by Michael Baker is a social history that explores how wider social attitudes and developments affected the changing status of acting as a profession during the 19th...

Gender, Genre, and Victorian Historical Writing explores how the boundaries between historical and fictional narratives were challenged during the Victorian era. This shift was influenced by the...

Victoria's world is turned upside down when her best friend Gwen announces her engagement to the wealthy and charismatic Michael. As the big day approaches, Victoria becomes increasingly uneasy about...

The Gempei War 1180-85: A Turning Point in Japanese History In this highly illustrated account, renowned samurai expert Dr. Stephen Turnbull explores a pivotal era in Japanese history - the five-year...

The Forgotten Female Aesthetes Literary Culture in Late-Victorian England by Talia Schaffer explores a lesser-known aspect of the aesthetic movement. While critics often focus on male aesthetes, this...

The Seven Daughters of Diongenes is the eleventh book in a long-running series of Victorian detective novels. When two senior detectives from Scotland Yard attend a presentation by famous inventor...

The Woman Before Wallis: A Novel of Windsors, Vanderbilts, and Royal Scandal by Bryn Turnbull In 1926, Thelma Morgan's whirlwind romance with Viscount Duke Furness leads her into a world of...

Between Women: Friendship, Desire, and Marriage in Victorian England explores the lives of women who defied traditional norms by forming close relationships with each other. Through a detailed...

Blasted Literature: Victorian Political Fiction and the Shock of Modernism Deaglán Ó Donghaile's groundbreaking study brings together two seemingly disparate fields: late-Victorian popular fiction...

Gordon Turnbull's groundbreaking work on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) offers a unique insight into the condition that affects us all. From the devastating impact of traumatic events to the...

Fuss-Free Vegan 101 Everyday Comfort Food Favorites, Veganized: A Cookbook by Sam Turnbull. Discover the joy of vegan cooking with drool-worthy yet fuss-free recipes that bring everyone together at...

Second Person Singular: Late Victorian Women Poets and the Bonds of VerseThis new history of women's poetry at the turn of the century challenges conventional ideas of nineteenth-century lyric, which...

Richard Rayner's latest case is marked by tragedy and heartbreak as he investigates two shocking crimes in Victorian London.A brutal murder diverts his attention from a disturbing discovery: dozens...

Reading Bodies in Victorian Fiction explores how we think about emotion, empathy, and reading fiction. It challenges literary studies to consider the surface-level connections between these concepts...

The Victorian Working Class: A Social Investigation In 1849, the Morning Chronicle published a groundbreaking social investigation into working-class life in England and Wales. This book presents the...

Stephen Turnbull's comprehensive history of Japan's turbulent Age of Warring States is a fully illustrated introduction to one of the most violent and tumultuous periods in Japanese history. From the...

Victoria Wild's life has been marked by heartbreak from a very young age. Abandoned as a baby and taken in by her aunt, Eliza, she struggles to find acceptance in their community. As Victoria grows...

The Hypno-Ripper: A Dark and Fascinating Exploration of Hypnotism and the Jack the Ripper Murders. This collection of two Victorian-era tales delves into the mysterious world of hypnotism and its...

Victoria Twead returns to her Spanish mountain village in "Two Old Fools in Spain Again", a story of life's unexpected twists and turns. After a year in the Middle East, Victoria and Joe settle back...

Victoria Dawson's life has never been easy. Born into a picture-perfect family, she struggles to find her place and feel good enough about herself. But when her parents welcome a new baby sister,...

The Reluctant Disciple by Victoria Neville is a personal account of one woman's journey towards faith and healing after a traumatic childhood. After nearly drowning in her family's pool, Victoria had...

Victoria Bradshaw's life was forever changed when she fell in love with Oliver Dobbs at just 18 years old. However, their relationship ended abruptly when Oliver left to marry a wealthy woman,...

Ride On by Faith Erin Hicks tells the story of Victoria, a young girl who has lost her passion for competitive riding. After a heartbreaking fight with her best friend, Victoria seeks a new start at...

Victoria's world is turned upside down when her grandmother Primrose passes away. As she struggles to come to terms with her loss, a mysterious woman appears at the funeral and claims to be...

Ordinary People by Phil Boast is a gripping tale of love, loneliness and redemption. In this second part of the story, Victoria Tillington's life is about to take a dramatic turn. A chance encounter...

Victoria Cilliers' harrowing true story is a chilling account of marriage and attempted murder. On Easter Sunday 2015, she undertook a parachute jump with her husband Emile, but the parachutes failed...

The Paris Deception is a breathtaking novel that weaves together love and courage against the backdrop of wartime Paris.Bryn Turnbull's gripping story explores the complexities of human relationships...

This festive storybook is perfect for families to enjoy together. Chris Turnbull has gathered a collection of original stories and poems, all set around the holiday season.Among these tales is an...

Victoria Connelly's latest memoir takes readers on a new adventure as she leaves her rural retreat behind. After nine years in Mulberry Cottage, Victoria and her husband are ready for a change of...

Victoria Nolan's story is one of perseverance and triumph. Diagnosed with blindness at 18, she faced numerous challenges as her vision became increasingly restricted. Her childhood dreams were put to...

She's on the Money by Victoria Devine is a practical guide to achieving financial freedom. Through her podcast and expert advice, Victoria has built a supportive community of women navigating money...

The Gruesome Truth: Victorians explores the darker side of history, delving into topics such as family life, food, religion, entertainment and warfare from different eras. This informative series...

The Victorian Age: An Anthology of Sources and Documents by Josephine M. Guy provides a unique insight into the intellectual debates of the 19th century. This comprehensive anthology brings together...

A comprehensive portrait of the Victorians brings to life the people who shaped their era. A.N. Wilson masterfully weaves together hundreds of lives to tell a story that is both entertaining and...

Experience the golden age of British history with Eyewitness Victorians. This comprehensive visual guide explores how the Industrial Revolution changed the world forever, from vast railway networks...

At the darkest moment of the year, Christmas arrives as a joyful and magical season. Families and friends come together to share beloved customs and traditions that have been passed down over...

Discover the darker side of Victorian England with this collection of 56 true crime cases from the Illustrated Police News.From infamous crimes like the Bravo Mystery and the Llangibby Massacre, to...

This charming little book provides a feast of original recipes from Victorian times, which are still perfectly reliable today. It features dishes such as spring soup and mayonnaise of chicken in...

Victorian CSI: A Guide to Forensic Medicine in Action. Published in 2009, this collection of selections from William A. Guy's "Principles of Forensic Medicine" provides insight into the emerging...

A fascinating glimpse into Victorian Pontypool is offered in this unique collection of newspaper articles from the past. The lives of those who lived in the town and its surrounding villages are...

The Devil and the Victorians: Supernatural Evil in Nineteenth-Century English Culture This book explores the significance of the Devil in Victorian England, revealing his pervasiveness and diversity...

Conaria 1964 marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey for Victoria Barrington. Leaving behind her academic life in London, she sets out to explore the previously closed desert kingdom of...

Victoria's Valentine's Day dance plans are in jeopardy due to her overprotective mom's increasing anxiety. To mend their strained relationship, Victoria will need help from her closest friends - and...

Discover the remarkable transformation of Brackley during the Victorian era. Once known as Sleepy Hollow, this Northamptonshire town underwent significant changes, driven by extraordinary scandals...

The Victorian Stage: A Comprehensive Survey This book provides a detailed examination of theatre practice and dramatic literature during the Victorian period. Michael Booth explores the social and...

Discover the history of Cwmbran during its Victorian era through a collection of newspaper articles from the time.This unique publication brings to life the town's past, featuring events such as...

Liverpool's Victorian Heritage Revealed By the 19th century, Liverpool's thriving trade brought immense wealth to the city, reflected in its grand buildings. Many of these structures were designed to...

The Victorian Governess by Kathryn Hughes explores the life of the governess in 19th-century England. Drawing from original diaries and previously undiscovered sources, Hughes sheds light on the...

The intellectual heart of nineteenth-century London was Bloomsbury. This vibrant quarter was home to a community of reformers who championed education, emancipation, and health for all. Drawing on...

Eminent Victorians by Lytton Strachey is a collection of biographical studies that offer insight into the lives of notable figures from 19th-century Britain. Written in a witty and engaging style,...

The A-Z of Victorian Crime by Neil R. A. Bell, Kate Clarke, Trevor N. Bond and M. W. Oldridge is a comprehensive reference work that delves into the darker side of 19th-century Britain. Four renowned...

The Victorian Internet: The Remarkable Story of the Telegraph and the Nineteenth Century's Online Pioneers by Tom Standage explores the history of the telegraph, its key figures, and its significance...

Annoying the Victorians challenges traditional approaches to literary criticism and discourse. James Kincaid's witty and erudite essays offer a sharp parody of critical methods, questioning what...

European Romanticism and Victorian Culture: A Study in Literary Theory This second volume in the Reading and Studying Literature series explores two pivotal periods in European literary history. By...

The Oldham Photographic Society: A Victorian Era Story In 1867, a group of photographers from Oldham and District came together to form the Oldham Photographic Society. This meeting marked an...

The Nonconformists of Victorian England and Wales played a significant role in shaping society during this period. By the mid-nineteenth century, they had grown to represent nearly half of the...

Inventing the Victorians challenges many of our preconceptions about the culture of the 19th century. Matthew Sweet argues that the Victorians were not as stuffy and conservative as often believed,...

First published in 1947, this Reader's Guide to Victorian fiction provides an overview of the genre, covering a range of genres and subject matter. Written by experts in their field, it features...

Victorian Pain by Rachel Ablow explores how writers and thinkers of the 19th century grappled with the concept of pain. As new scientific understandings made it conceivable to eradicate pain, this...

Ruth Goodman's guide to everyday life in Victorian England offers a fresh perspective on a bygone era. By exploring the small details and necessities of daily life, Goodman reveals the complexities...

Strange and fantastical tales from Victorian Britain's darker side are revealed in this collection. Based on a privately held archive of Illustrated Police News, these stories showcase bizarre...