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Steve Jones explores how science was at the heart of the French Revolution. Paris in the late 18th century was a hub of scientific discovery, with scholars making groundbreaking contributions to...

Michelle Elman's memoir, Am I Ugly?, is a deeply personal and inspiring account of her journey from childhood illness to health. Born with life-threatening health problems, Michelle underwent 15...

The Pocket Book of Bird Anatomy by Marianne Taylor explores what makes birds unique and how their anatomy enables their remarkable physical feats. The book delves into each body system, from cells...

The Boy in the Cellar by Stephen Smith is a heart-wrenching true story about a boy who was locked away for 13 years. Born out of wedlock, Steve's parents confined him to a small cellar, depriving him...

Analogue: A Field Guide by Deyan Sudjic is an evocative exploration of the timeless allure of real and tactile design. This book delves into the world of analogue products, tracing the evolution of...

Venus Williams shares her approach to achieving success and wellness in this inspiring guide. After being diagnosed with Sjogren's syndrome, Venus found that by adopting eight key principles -...

Lt Col. Robert Blair Mayne's remarkable life story is one of exceptional bravery and unorthodox tactics that would shape the course of military special operations for decades to come. A decorated...

Learn to harness the power of Node-RED for web and IoT development with this comprehensive guide. Node-RED is a free and open source flow-based programming tool that allows programmers of any level...

Psalms for the End of the World is a mind-bendingly clever and utterly gripping novel that spans continents, centuries, and dimensions. When physics student Grace Pulansky's life is turned upside...

Turbocharge Your Business with Proven Strategies Discover the secrets of the ultimate sales machine, as revealed by renowned expert Chet Holmes. This comprehensive guide shares 12 key strategies to...

The Songbird and the Heart of Stone by Carissa Broadbent is a tale of redemption and forbidden love, set against the backdrop of a treacherous underworld journey.Mische, a vampire turned against her...

A lavish illustrated biography of Queen Elizabeth II and her 70-year reign, featuring 300 extraordinary photographs and insightful commentary by royal journalist Victoria Murphy. This ultimate...

Maia Tamarin's journey to sew the dresses of the sun, the moon and the stars has taken a grievous toll. She returns to a kingdom on the brink of war, where the stakes are higher than ever. With the...

Sophia Willoughby, a young Englishwoman from an aristocratic family, has packed her cheating husband off to Paris. She intends to devote herself to the serious business of raising her two children in...

Paper Girls Volume 6 is a five-part epic that brings the Paper Girls' adventures to a close. The series finale is a double-sized emotional conclusion to their journey, which began in their past,...

Discover the history of your Irish and Scots-Irish farming ancestors with this comprehensive guide. Agriculture has played a central role in Irish life for millennia, and while the country has...

This book presents a detailed analysis of extreme leftist views among famous philosophers and their occasional descent into totalitarian politics. It explores how luminaries of 20th-century...

The Marrow Thieves is a dystopian novel that explores a world where humanity has nearly destroyed its planet due to global warming. In this dark world, the indigenous people of North America are...

The Emmerdale Girls is a heartwarming novel about community, friendship, and love, set against the backdrop of World War II. As the war draws to a close, the women of Emmerdale must come to terms...

Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic How Trauma Works and How We Can Heal From It by Paul Conti, MD Trauma is a disease that can hijack your entire body without notice, transferring easily between parent...

Salisbury City Hall - Through The Looking Glass The New Picture House Cinema in Fisherton Street opened in 1937, bringing entertainment to the people of Salisbury for 24 years. The cinema closed in...

Agatha Raisin and the Devils Delight is the latest mystery from M.C. Beaton, the queen of cosy crime. Agatha, a private detective with a penchant for G and Ts, is driving to a friend's wedding when...

The Jewish War of Survival by Arnold Spencer Leese Written in the aftermath of World War II, this book presents a provocative argument about the role of Jewish power in shaping global events. Leese...

The Historical Jesus: Ancient Evidence for the Life of Christ by Gary R. Habermas The resurrection of Jesus is a pivotal aspect of the Christian faith, and its significance extends far beyond the...

Gaston, the infamous Disney villain, has a darker side. This eleventh book in the Villains series explores the downfall of the charming but ruthless Gaston, who was once everyone's favorite guy. But...

Onyx Storm is the latest installment in the Empyrean series from bestselling author Rebecca Yarros. The battle has truly begun, and with enemies closing in from outside their walls and within their...

Catherine, the Princess of Wales: A Biography of the Future Queen This biography tells the story of how Catherine, the Princess of Wales, became the woman she is today. With exclusive insights from...

The Scarlet Papers: A Gripping Spy Thriller London, present day. Historian Max Archer is invited to a clandestine meeting with legendary Cold War spymaster, Scarlet King. Her offer to share explosive...

Gripping and twisty, The Last Resort is a dark and intriguing tale of marriage, deception, and the blurred lines between truth and lies. When Erin and Will start couples therapy, they hope it will...

The Red Queen by Philippa Gregory In a world of shifting allegiances and treacherous court politics, one woman must navigate the treacherous landscape of 15th-century England to secure her family's...

A chilling mystery unfolds in this gripping thriller from Cara Hunter. When two children are pulled from the wreckage of their burning home, the investigation that follows reveals a devastating crime...

A beautifully illustrated fable about what lies beyond human understanding, The Mysteries is a mysterious and thought-provoking tale by Bill Watterson, the acclaimed creator of the beloved comic...

Tanz's life has become a lot more interesting since she discovered she could speak with the dead. After a recent close call, she's determined to ignore the voices and put the danger behind her. When...

The Island is a heart-stopping thriller set on the Isle of Wight, where secrets are impossible to keep. When Juliet returns to her family's island home, she's met with a warning: a killer is on the...

Emily's always felt like she's been living in her mother's shadow. Since her mum passed away, she's started to feel like her luck has run out. But when she finds her mum's senior-year bucket list,...

The Oyster Girl by Margaret Pemberton In the early 20th century, a small oyster fishing town on the south-east coast of England was home to a close-knit community. The lives of its residents were...

The sequel to the bestselling fantasy debut of 2017, Darksoul, is a thrilling tale of war and magic. The Red Gods' power has been unleashed, and the world is plunged into chaos. The fate of the...

Sew Step by Step: A Beginner's Guide to Machine Sewing Master the art of machine sewing with this highly photographic guide, featuring over 200 step-by-step techniques to help you create, mend, and...

Behind the scenes of the WWE, a world of chaos and surreal moments awaits. Former WWE head writer Brian Gewirtz shares his story of perseverance and tenacity, from his unexpected rise to one of the...

Ginny Murphy is a girl who's always found it easy to form friendships with boys, as long as they don't fall for her. She's stuck to this rule for a long time, but then she meets Adrian Silvas, the...

The Road can go Anywhere. The Road can go Anywhen. Almost. Red Dorakeen has been on the Road for a very long time. For all of time, in fact. It stretches infinitely into the future and past, with...

This book offers a new analysis of the works of Marx, Durkheim, and Weber, two of the most influential figures in the development of modern sociology. Recent scholarship has shed new light on their...

The Death of Democracy by Benjamin Carter Hett is a panoramic survey of one of the most important periods in modern history. In the 1930s, Germany was at a turning point, with the Nazi phenomenon...

The Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge is a comprehensive history of the 16th century, covering the reformation in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and England, as well as the settlement of colonies...

A brutal and bizarre exploration of the darkness within, Tinfoil Butterfly is a hybrid novel that delves into the realms of insanity, guilt, love, and the evil that lurks within us all. When Emma's...

Franci's War: The Incredible True Story of One Woman's Survival of the Holocaust In 1942, Franci Epstein, a young Jewish woman, was imprisoned in Terezin, a concentration camp close to her home in...

The Power and Conflict AQA Poetry Anthology is a study guide designed to help you succeed in the AQA GCSE English Literature examination. Written by experts in teaching English, this book provides an...

Molly Bennett and Nellie McDonough are two friends who have built a life filled with love, laughter, and friendship. Over the past twenty years, their friendship has remained strong, a testament to...

A thousand years ago, a woman was on the run with her companions, hunted by men who would kill her because she stood in their way. She was no lady, but the first queen of Scotland, married to a king...

A young woman's body is found dead beneath the cliffs of a deserted Icelandic village, and police officer Ari Thór Arason uncovers a connection to a series of earlier deaths. As the investigation...

Insanely Simple: The Obsession that Drives Apple's Success by Ken Segall is an insider's view of the company's approach to simplicity. Ken Segall, creative director at NeXT and Apple, reveals the ten...

Harry Hole is in trouble. A case that nearly cost him his life has left its mark, and he's been forced to leave Oslo and the police force behind. Now, he's back, but the case he's come to investigate...

A Girl Called Rose by Kay Seeley is set against the turbulent years of The Great War. This deeply moving story follows Rose as she navigates young love, heroism and human weakness amidst the turmoil...

Promises in the Dark is a gripping serial killer thriller that opens with a shocking scene: a young girl fighting to free herself from restraints as her family home burns behind her. As Detective...

Darkness threatens to engulf the Earth realms. Sorcerer Nate Garrett's quest for revenge against the evil leader of Avalon has brought him to Washington, DC, where the city is under siege. As he...

A Regency romance about an adventurous woman and her encounter with the mysterious son of a duke. Eliza Melrose has always cherished her independence, but now that they've moved to London, her every...

The Mammoth Book of Air Disasters and Near Misses by Paul Simpson is a comprehensive collection of real-life accounts of air disasters and near-disasters. Spanning over 105 years, the book provides a...

Big Damn Hero: The First Firefly A tense and thrilling novel set in the world of Joss Whedon's critically acclaimed series. When transporting crates from Persephone, Captain Mal Reynolds' routine job...

All the Little Raindrops A Novel by Mia Sheridan is a gripping story about two teenagers who are kidnapped and forced to endure unimaginable circumstances. Their shared tragic past with one of their...

The Darkening Glass (Mathilde of Westminster Trilogy, Book 3) Murder, Mystery and Mayhem in the Court of Edward II In the treacherous landscape of medieval England, Mathilde of Westminster finds...

George Bataille's Story of the Eye is a transgressive and surrealist erotic novel that explores the boundaries of sex, violence, and death. Translated by Joachim Neugroschal, this Penguin Modern...

San Francisco in 1924 was a city of contrasts, its modernity born from the ashes of the devastating fire and earthquake of 1906. For Mary Russell, returning to this vibrant metropolis brings back...

Imagine waking up in 2030 and discovering a world that is fundamentally different from today. New technologies are transforming the way we live, work and interact with one another, creating both...

Judith Jonson's life was forever changed when she saw her husband Dan in a newspaper photograph after a dramatic robbery in London's West End. She is convinced it's him, but he's been betrayed by...

The Final Defeat of Nazi Germany: A Story from the German Side In May 1945, as Allied forces closed in on Berlin, it seemed that the war would be over by Christmas. But the German Army refused to...

Coreyography: A Memoir is a deeply personal and revealing account of the life of Corey Feldman, from child star to Hollywood survivor. Feldman's story is one of fame, fortune, and exploitation, as he...

A Timeless Reality offers a profound exploration of the soul and meditation, drawing on ancient wisdoms to guide readers towards inner peace and spiritual enlightenment. This comprehensive guide,...

Helene Hadsell shares her winning secrets in this updated 3rd Edition of Contesting: The Name It & Claim It Game. With a proven track record of winning every contest prize she desired, Helene reveals...

Protect yourself from harm with Magickal Protection. This practical guide reveals simple rituals to shield you from psychic attack, mental cruelty, and physical violence. With a series of easy-to-use...

The Shamanic Drum: A Guide to Sacred Drumming by Michael Drake is a practical guide to applying ancient shamanic drumming techniques to modern life. Through a series of simple exercises and lessons,...

The Birth of Science: Anaximander's Revolutionary Ideas Over two millennia ago, a Greek philosopher's prescient insights revolutionized our understanding of the world. Anaximander's ideas paved the...

The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Change Your World The way we think about the world can profoundly shape how we navigate it. Based in science, this book offers smart advice on how to...

The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy Discover the powerful techniques to overcome subconscious obstacles and unlock your full potential. This revised edition of Dr. Murphy's...

Jessie Heaton is in a desperate situation. Abandoning the safety of the Ryan brothers' penthouse, she's now alone and afraid, struggling to determine who to trust. The ruthless Ryan brothers believe...

Welcome to the Grief Club, a book that acknowledges the pain of loss and the complexity of grief. Based on the author's own experience and that of others who have joined the club, Janine Kwoh offers...

Heal Through Dance: A Guidebook for Creating Somatic Movement Practices Arielle Star Triana invites you to become your own healer and an ecstatic dance facilitator with this comprehensive guidebook...

Epic Survival is a gripping account of life as a modern-day hunter-gatherer, detailing the physical, mental, and emotional joys and struggles of living off the grid. Written with coauthor Josh Young,...

Essential Tremors: The Hand I Was Dealt is a hopeful and helpful book for those affected by this common movement disorder. It's estimated that four out of one hundred people are impacted, yet many...

Layla is a novel by Colleen Hoover that explores life after tragedy and the enduring spirit of love. When Leeds meets Layla, he's convinced he'll spend the rest of his life with her, but an...

Start changing your life with the power of manifestation. Astrid Carvel's beginner's guide explains the simple steps to get started with this powerful practice, which may help you achieve your goals...

Jean-Paul Sartre's Nausea is a seminal work of Existentialist fiction that explores the human condition through the eyes of its protagonist, Antoine Roquentin. In a deeply personal and philosophical...

Drawing the Head for Artists is a comprehensive guide to drawing the human head and portrait, featuring the techniques of the Old Masters. Written by celebrated portrait artist Oliver Sin, this book...

Collision Stories from the Science of CERN A decade after the discovery of the Higgs Boson, the large Hadron Collider at CERN continues to lead the world in the search for answers about the...

Twenty years on from its original publication, Times Square Red, Times Square Blue remains a powerful exploration of a rapidly changing urban landscape. In the 1970s, Forty-second Street was a...

The Black Hole: How an Idea Abandoned by Newtonians, Hated by Einstein, and Gambled on by Hawking Became Loved For over half a century, physicists and astronomers debated the existence of black...

Tai Chi in 10 Weeks: A Beginner's Guide is a comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals of Tai Chi, designed to be learned at home. Dr. Aihan Kuhn, a master instructor of Tai Chi and Qigong,...

The North Tower: Controlled Demolition and the Bush, Cheney, Giuliani Cover-Up A detailed examination of the events surrounding the collapse of the North Tower on 9/11 reveals a complex web of...

The Ancient Wisdom of the Chinese Tonic Herbs by Ron Teeguarden Discover the natural approach to achieving a full and energetic life. This comprehensive guide to Chinese herbal medicine explains how...

Ecology: A Very Short Introduction by Jaboury Ghazoul Understanding the natural world is a study of ecological systems, where organisms interact with each other and their environment to create...

Twenty-first century Britain is facing a housing crisis, where millions of people are forced into the private rental sector. This sector is designed to create profit for landlords, not safe and...

Dee LeRoy's first collection, Earthbound Poems, brings together luminous, art-inspired verses that explore the intersection of nature and the human experience. With a keen eye for detail, LeRoy...

The Space That Keeps You When Home Becomes a Love Story by Jeremiah Brent is a thought-provoking exploration of the emotional meaning of home. For many of us, our houses are more than just physical...

The Wealth of Ideas: A History of Economic Thought This book provides a comprehensive history of economic thought, tracing its development from prehistory to the present day. Alessandro Roncaglia...

Abidela's unique Gift is about to change everything. As the daughter of two Heralds, she's always felt like she's living in her parents' shadow. But when she saves countless lives by sensing the...

The Art and Science of Judo: A Comprehensive Guide to Grappling and Throwing Techniques. This in-depth manual delves into the scientific principles underlying Japanese martial art, judo. Jiichi...

Tai Chi Chuan Classical Yang Style: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering the Long Form and Qigong. Discover the ancient art of Tai Chi Chuan, a unique blend of movement, meditation, and spiritual...

A landmark new translation of Maimonides' most significant text in medieval Jewish thought is now available. Written around 1190, the Guide to the Perplexed navigates the complex relationship between...

The Healing Questions Guide: Unlocking Your Body's Potential for Healing This comprehensive guide offers a unique approach to healing by asking specific questions to access your subconscious mind and...

The Sirius Mystery: New Scientific Evidence of Alien Contact 5,000 Years Ago by Robert Temple. In this groundbreaking work, Robert Temple presents a compelling hypothesis that the ancient...

The Message of Job Suffering and Grace by David John Atkinson explores the complex story of Job, who faces physical and emotional affliction. This study guides readers through the Book of Job to show...