759 results for 'Alison Pargeter'

Pleasures and Pastimes in Tudor England explores how men and women of 16th-century England enjoyed their leisure time. From tournament and theatre to dancing, music, and card games, this book reveals...

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised -- Star Patterns:Phase 4 Stretch and Challenge by Alison Milford is a classroom resource designed to support teaching phonics. Developed...

Queens of the Conquest: England's Medieval Queens 1066-1167Alison Weir brings to life the stories of five extraordinary women who played a pivotal role in shaping England's medieval history. From...

The Nowhere City by Alison Lurie is a moving exploration of marriage and identity in 1950s Los Angeles. Newlyweds Paul and Katherine Cattleman arrive in the city, each with their own distinct...

Ask a Manager: How to Navigate Clueless Colleagues, Lunch-Stealing Bosses and Other Tricky Situations at Work by Alison Green offers practical advice for tackling difficult conversations in the...

The Case of the Forsaken Child by Grace Dagnall and Alison Golden is a gripping whodunnit with unexpected twists. Detective Inspector David Graham's past comes back to haunt him when an undercover...

The women who shaped Tudor England are revealed in this fascinating study. From Mary Tudor to Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots, these sixteenth-century queens and commoners left an indelible mark...

Alison Weston's world is about to be shattered. As a successful English teacher, she loves her job and hates Government interference in education. But when her confident world unravels, she discovers...

Getting Lost is Annie Ernaux's diary from 1989, a year and a half spent in secret love affair with a married man. This unfiltered account offers an intimate look at the author's life, where desire...

Katheryn Howard's tragic story is one of heart-rending pathos and naïveté. At just nineteen years old, she was quick to trust and fall in love with the King, capturing his heart with her singing and...

Alison Bechdel's graphic strip collection offers a witty and insightful look at lesbian culture in 1980s America. Spanning topics from foreign policy to domestic routine, this serial narrative brings...

The Three Little Pigs By Axel Scheffler and Alison Green Three little pigs get busy to work, building new homes to outsmart the big bad wolf. Will it be a house made of hay, wood, or bricks? The...

Create a stylish wardrobe for any season on any budget with this practical guide. Decision fatigue is real, and getting dressed can be a daily task that takes up valuable time. Style expert Alison...

Alison Mills Newman's innovative novel 'Francisco' is a vibrant and unflinching portrayal of life in 1970s California. Written in her early twenties, the book chronicles the experiences of a young...

The Elf and the Cobbler: Phase 5 Set 1 is an interactive retelling of the story, written by Alison Milford. A poor bootmaker's fortunes change when he is visited by a kind elf.This decodable reader...

Alison's life has been marked by loneliness, but now she's ready to change that. She decides to take in a girl who needs a better home - a better mother, a better life. This bold move will be the...

Red by Alison Cherry is a humorous and engaging novel about a young girl's secret that could change everything. In a town where red hair is highly valued, someone threatens to expose Felicity's true...

Behind the grandeur of the Tudor court, a different story unfolds. In "In the Shadow of Queens", acclaimed historian and author Alison Weir brings to life the untold tales of those who lived among...

The Friendship Formula by Alison Schroeder provides a structured approach to help children develop essential communication and relationship skills. This programme is designed for children aged 8 and...

Veronica by Mary Gaitskill In this powerful and evocative novel, two women from different worlds form an unlikely bond. Alison, a former model, and Veronica, a meticulous proofreader, meet in 1980s...

Little Owl doesn't want to make new friends. He'd rather play with his best toy, Hedge. Little Owl thinks friends are no fun - they talk too much and eat all the cinnamon buns. But what if this new...

A mother's love knows no bounds. In this poignant and powerful tribute to the human spirit, Alison McGhee explores the deepest desires of every mother for her child's happiness and fulfillment. At...

Saint X A Novel by Alexis Schaitkin is a haunting portrait of grief, obsession, and the bond between two sisters never truly given the chance to know one another. Claire's life is forever changed...

Beyond Repair? Mayan Women's Protagonism in the Aftermath of Genocidal Harm by Alison Crosby and M. Brinton Lykes explores the agency of Mayan women seeking redress for harm suffered during...

Improvise with confidence and creativity in this accessible guide to the practice of improvisation. Alison Goldie shares expert tips and techniques for playing improv games, telling stories, and...

The Cotswolds - land of eerie landscapes and ancient secrets. This anthology brings together seven chilling tales by award-winning masters of horror, set against the atmospheric backdrop of this...

Victorian & Edwardian Fashion: A Photographic Survey by Alison Gernsheim is a comprehensive collection of photographs showcasing how people dressed from 1840 to 1914. Over 200 images depict the...

Networking In A Week by Alison Straw offers practical guidance to help you understand and develop your professional network. This concise guide covers seven key areas, including personal networks,...

Learn how to live off the land with this comprehensive guide to self-sufficiency. Alison Candlin shares her expertise on creating a sustainable lifestyle, from planning and maintaining a garden to...

A darkly comic thriller that's also a raw, fast-paced ride, Squeaky Clean is a debut novel that's hard to put down. With its witty banter, gruesome plot twists, and a cast of characters that are both...

A Practical Guide to Sustainable Fashion by Alison Gwilt provides a comprehensive overview of current models in fashion design and production. This book introduces key issues associated with the...

Prairie Man: My Little House Life & BeyondBy Dean Butler, with a foreword from Melissa Gilbert and Alison ArngrimThis is the story of how Dean Butler's life was forever changed when he landed the...

Death is an inevitable part of life, and yet it's a question that has puzzled people for centuries. Alison Morgan explores various views on what happens after death, drawing on ancient ideas, major...

The Work of Art: Value in Creative Careers by Alison Gerber explores the world of artists across the United States. Gerber investigates who artists are, why they create, and whether vocational...

Constraining Chance: Georges Perec and the Oulipo by Alison James explores how the French writer Georges Perec (1936-82) used chance in his work, both to create and control its effects. Perec was a...

Alison DiLaurentis and her friends are the It girls of Rosewood Day. Boys want to date them, girls want to be them. But even though they seem to have it all, these girls are hiding some major secrets...

A Traveller in Time by Alison Uttley is an enchanting and eerie novel that explores the complexities of time travel. When Penelope visits an ancient farmhouse, she finds herself transported back in...

Overcome low self-esteem with practical and easy-to-implement advice. Jennifer Alison's "Self-Esteem Fast Proven Treatment for Recovery from Low Self-Esteem" offers a straightforward approach to...

A chance encounter at a party sets off a chain reaction that will change everything. Alex Cassidy and Diane Alison are two people with seemingly perfect lives, but their paths have crossed before in...

Studies in Irish Georgian Silver by Alison FitzGerald explores the significance of Irish silver in the past. This volume brings together new research from Ireland and the UK to advance our...

Bristlebroom by Alison Thomas is a charming story about a young girl who discovers a magical tool that helps her with everyday tasks. With its unique blend of magic and practicality, this book is...

East Anglia's eerie landscape provides the backdrop for this chilling anthology of horror tales. Featuring contributions from notable authors such as Alison Littlewood, Reggie Oliver, and Simon...

The Warriors who Do Not Fight by Alison M. Phipps and Tawona Sithole is a poignant collection of poetry that explores the complexities of war, persecution, and displacement. Written in response to...

Designing San Francisco: A Story of Art and Urban Renewal in the City by the Bay. In this groundbreaking book, Alison Isenberg reveals the untold story of postwar San Francisco's design and...

A Survey of Primitive Money: The Beginnings of Currency by Alison Hingston Quiggin This comprehensive survey explores the evolution of currency from its earliest forms to the present day. First...

Under the Jewelled Sky by Alison McQueen is a gripping and sensitive novel that explores the complexities of love and memory. Ten years have passed since Sophie last set foot in India, but when she...

Alison Landsberg explores how mass culture shapes our collective memories and experiences. She argues that new forms of public cultural memory, or "prosthetic" memory, have the potential to foster...

Alison Leslie Gold's memoir, Found and Lost Mittens, Miep, and Shovelfuls of Dirt, is a poignant exploration of life, loss, and legacy. Through a series of letters to the living and the dead, Gold...

The Hidden People by Alison Littlewood is a chilling Gothic mystery that weaves together superstition and myth with tragic consequences. When Pretty Lizzie Higgs is found burned to death, her...

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...

A captivating retelling of the Christmas story, The Christmas Promise tells how God kept his promise to send a king unlike any other: a new, rescuing forever king. Superb illustrations by Catalina...

Nursing Models and Nursing Practice by Peter Aggleton and Helen Chalmers provides an overview of influential nursing models in use today. This textbook introduces key concepts developed by prominent...

Actor Training by Alison Hodge provides an in-depth exploration of the history and practice of actor training. This updated second edition builds upon its predecessor, incorporating new research and...

The Revolutionary War Book V of the Royal Sorceress Series by Christopher G. Nuttall In a world on the brink of collapse, magic is the only force that can tip the balance in favour of the rebels. As...

Assessment: Getting It Right in a Week by Martin Fautley and Alison Daubney is a practical guide to effective assessment in teaching. This book acknowledges that you are the expert in your own...

Discover the often-overlooked contributions of women to the development of bluegrass music in this comprehensive and accessible history. Pretty Good for a Girl documents the lives of over seventy...

Pacing for Growth: Why Intelligent Restraint Drives Long-term SuccessLeadership is about finding the right speed. Burn out too fast and you'll exhaust your resources, while going too slow can leave...

The Cambridge Manual of Latin Epigraphy by Alison E. Cooley offers a nuanced understanding of the role of Latin inscriptions in the Roman world. This comprehensive guide explores the diversity of...

Building a happy and engaged team is within reach. This book shows you how to create a collaborative and productive work environment through small actions that lead to big results.Alison Coward, a...

Assessment for Learning Without Limits by Alison Peacock offers a unique perspective on assessment practices that can benefit all learners. Building on influential research studies, this book...

Sharky McShark and her best friend Teensy Wee Crab are an unbeatable duo at the bottom of the deep blue sea. However, their perfect pair is disrupted by the arrival of a tiny shrimp who shakes things...

Alison Mosshart's first printed collection of paintings, photographs, short stories, and poetry, CAR MA, is a unique blend of art, music, and life experiences.This book explores the intersection of...

Feminist Media Studies offers a comprehensive introduction to the core and emerging theories, methods, and approaches in this rapidly evolving field. Alison Harvey takes an intersectional approach,...

Charlotte Brontë Before Jane Eyre by Glynnis Fawkes presents a fascinating exploration of the life and work of one of literature's most celebrated authors. Originally published under the pseudonym...

Anne Boleyn: A King's Obsession by Alison Weir is the second novel in the Six Tudor Queens series. This captivating story explores the life of Anne, a young woman whose fate is well-known but whose...

The Locket by Ruth Saberton A century-old secret is about to be uncovered. In the summer before the First World War, Emily Pendennys' life is defined by duty and obligation. But when she meets...

The Wild Gospel: Bringing Truth to Life by Alison Morgan A prophetic challenge to the Western church, this book explores how Jesus' teachings can be applied in a way that transcends cultural norms...

The Lady Elizabeth By Alison Weir In 1536, England's most glittering court was home to great power and treachery. For Elizabeth Tudor, daughter of Henry VIII, life changed forever when her mother...

The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies A Rollicking, Joyous Regency Adventure, with a Beautiful Love Story at Its Heart by Alison GoodmanWhen Lady Augusta Colebrook, 'Gus', and her twin sister...

Help young children explore and understand shape and pattern with these engaging activities.This book offers 50 fantastic ideas for Early Years practitioners to use with children aged 0-5, featuring...

A Door Closed Softly A Golden Age Mystery by Alice Campbell is a gripping mystery that sets in motion an extraordinary train of events. When David and Alison stumble upon a strange house in...

Gen F'd? How Young Australians Can Reclaim Their Uncertain Futures by Alison Pennington explores the economic challenges faced by Australia's most educated generation. With the country's celebrated...

Twentieth-Century Caribbean Literature offers a fresh perspective on the construction of a 'history' and canon of Caribbean literature. Alison Donnell's study explores how critical approaches have...

Discover the complete genealogical history of Britain's royal families, from 800 AD to the present, in this comprehensive reference book. Alison Weir explores the royal family tree in unprecedented...

Mary Boleyn: A Life of Scandal and Misunderstanding The reputation of Mary Boleyn has long been marred by scandal and myth. Her affair with Henry VIII is said to have led to the annulment of his...

A true account of transformation from one of Britain's toughest schools to excellence is presented in this diary form. Alison Colwell recounts her journey as head teacher, where she implemented a...

The course of true love never did run smooth in Prior's Ford. Alison Greenlees has brought new life to Tarbethill Farm, but Ewan McNair's views on marriage may not align with her expectations...

EO-N, a gripping novel by Dave Mason, weaves together five lives across two decades to explore the power of individual actions and courage in the face of adversity.In 2019, Alison Wiley's world is...

The Lighthouse by Alison Moore tells the story of Futh, a middle-aged man who embarks on a walking holiday along the Rhine. As he travels, he reflects on his childhood and the events that have shaped...

A mysterious phone call sets off a chain of events that plunges a young family into unimaginable horror. Judge Scott Sampson's ordinary day takes an unexpected turn when his wife Alison texts him...

The Nutcracker A BabyLit Dancing Primer by Jennifer Adams and Alison Oliver is a vibrant board book that brings the magic of ballet to little ones. With its colorful illustrations, this beautifully...

Sultry Sea Slugs Coloring Book by Alison Neville is a unique and detailed guide to these fascinating creatures. With 23 sultry sea slugs to color, this book offers a fun and educational experience...

A moving and witty memoir about a daughter's evolving relationship with her aging father, exploring themes of identity, history, and belonging. When her 80-year-old father invites her to join him on...

Oxford Reading Tree All Stars: Oxford Level 9 Squirrel by Susan Gates and Alison Sage is an engaging chapter fiction story that combines imaginative content with age-appropriate reading. The series...

The Poetics and Politics of the Veil in Iran is an archival and photographic exploration of women's lives in post-revolutionary Iran. Through poetic writings and photographs, Azadeh Fatehrad examines...

Shirley Jackson's literary output has often been overshadowed by her most famous works. This collection of essays sheds light on the diverse influences that shaped her writing, including the weird...

Stand Out: A Real World Guide to Get Clear, Find Purpose and Become the Boss of Busy by Alison HillThis guide helps you break free from the cycle of 'busy' and start achieving instead. By identifying...

The New Spice Box: A Contemporary Anthology of Jewish Writing. This anthology brings together a diverse range of voices from Jewish writers across different cultural backgrounds. Featuring short...

Bellevue by Alison Booth In 1972, Clare Barclay inherits Bellevue, an historic property in the Blue Mountains township of Numbulla, Australia. Following her husband's secret second-mortgage, she...

Grandma's Christmas Surprise by Alison Grunwald is a heartwarming tale about an impulsive and enthusiastic grandmother who gets caught up in a magical adventure. When she mistakes Santa for a...

Andrzej Żuławski's Possession premiered at the 1981 Cannes Film Festival and has since become a distinct phenomenon. Initially banned in the UK as part of the 'video nasties' campaign, it defies...

Dreamscapes & Artificial Architecture Imagined Interior Design in Digital Art by Alison Hugill presents a unique fusion of art and architecture, blurring the lines between practical design and...

The Oxford International Primary Computing Student Book is a comprehensive three-year lower secondary computing course that takes a real-life, project-based approach to teaching vital computing...

Russian food and drink have long been shaped by the country's complex history, encompassing both luxury and poverty, abundance and scarcity. This rich culinary heritage is often overlooked in favour...

White Rose and the Red by Hilda Doolittle is a novel that explores the complex relationships within the pre-Raphaelite movement. Written in a unique blend of historical nonfiction, fiction, and...

Simone de Beauvoir's feminist theory and practice are central to her political thought. In "Politics with Beauvoir", Lori Jo Marso argues that freedom is at the heart of Beauvoir's philosophy, and...

Hope for the Railway Girls is a heartwarming tale of friendship and romance set against the backdrop of wartime Manchester.As the new year brings new hope, Alison's blossoming romance with Dr...

Little Owl's Egg by Debi Gliori is a heartwarming story about a little owl who's going to get a new baby sibling. Mummy has laid an egg, and Little Owl isn't pleased - so Mummy pretends it might be a...

Autobiographical comics by women have become some of the most acclaimed books of the twenty-first century. These works offer unique perspectives on everyday life, exploring themes such as sex,...

The Plantagenet queens of England played a pivotal role in shaping history. This second volume of Alison Weir's acclaimed history chronicles the dynamic reigns of five powerful women who ruled...