1019 results for 'Biggins, Walter'

The Oxford Book of Scottish Short Stories brings together a diverse range of tales that showcase the vitality of Scottish storytelling. From traditional stories to modern voices, this anthology...

Easy Rawlins wakes from his coma with an investigation looming over him. A friend's son is missing and old habits are hard to shake. As he delves into the dark underbelly of 1960s culture, Easy...

Greek Myths A Wonder Book for Girls and Boys by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a collection of stories from ancient Greece. Retold in an engaging way, these myths bring to life fascinating stories such as...

Paolo Ventura: Photographs and Drawings is a comprehensive monograph dedicated to the Italian artist's work. Over the course of fifteen years, Ventura has developed a unique approach to staged...

Belle Wilde loves December, and she's determined that this festive month will bring her more than just financial challenges. As Christmas approaches, Belle finds herself drawn to Rory Walters, who...

Walter Hamilton's 1882 defence of the Aesthetic Movement has been updated and expanded for this third edition. This reprint features newly typeset and formatted content, ensuring high-quality...

Explore Edinburgh's Hidden Gems with This Unique Guide Edinburgh's Hidden Walks is a fascinating guide that reveals the city's lesser-known stories and hidden treasures. Discover the house where...

A collection of lullabies and poems for children, featuring traditional favourites alongside lesser-known international songs. This enchanting anthology includes beautiful melodies to sing or read...

Readers of English as a foreign language can improve their skills with this Level 7 Penguin Reader. The story is carefully adapted to suit teenage learners.The Woman in White follows the life of...

This thought-provoking work by Walter Chantry explores the fundamental elements of gospel preaching through an examination of Jesus' dealings with the rich young ruler. A close analysis of scripture...

A Woman of Intrigue by Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York and Sarah Ferguson is a captivating romantic tale set in the Victorian era. With an incredible eye for detail, this story will keep you...

A woman's body is discovered at the National Gallery in 1897, London, with a gruesome murder that echoes the infamous Jack the Ripper killings. The Museum Detectives are called in to investigate, and...

The Nice House on the Lake Vol. 2 by James Tynion IV The second volume in James Tynion IV's critically acclaimed horror series, The Nice House on the Lake, is a shocking continuation of the story...

A mysterious poisoning sets off a chain of events in this gripping crime novel. When the Carrington family embarks on an Olympic cruise from Glasgow to recover from their ordeal, one member goes...

Morocco That Was by Walter Harris offers a unique glimpse into the country's history and culture. From 1887 until his death in 1933, Harris lived in Morocco, observing its life and interacting with...

The Labyrinth of Dreaming Books In this captivating tale, Walter Moers weaves an astonishingly inventive story from his wild imagination. More than two hundred years after its destruction by fire,...

Astronomy for Young and Old: A Beginner's Guide to the Visible Sky by Walter Kraul is an ideal introduction to the wonders of stargazing. This accessible guide explains the visible constellations and...

Ancient Mystery Cults by Walter Burkert A comprehensive study of secret mystery cults in ancient Greece and Rome, exploring their rituals, membership, organization, and dissemination. This...

The Death of Merlin: Arthurian Myth and Alchemy by Walter Johannes Stein This collection of essays explores the origins and development of the King Arthur legend, tracing its roots in early...

Walter Murray's life and work are revealed in this thought-provoking biography. Tom Wareham explores the naturalist, writer, photographer, lecturer, and radio broadcaster who was well known in Horam,...

Walter Brueggemann presents Genesis as a single book set within the context of the whole of biblical revelation. He sees his task as bringing the text close to the faith and ministry of the church,...

The history of writing has been a profound force in shaping human culture. In "How Writing Made Us Human, 3000 BCE to Now", Walter Stephens explores this vast and fascinating subject, tracing the...

The Mandrake by Walter Wykes and Niccolo Machiavelli Written during a tumultuous period in Italian history, this 16th-century comedy explores the darker aspects of human nature. A series of comical...

Turn the corner to free-motion success with a meandering makeover. Angela Walters shows you that free-motion machine quilting doesn't have to be scary. With a couple of designs in your pocket, you...

Mr. Tickle's attempt to learn to swim is a hilarious adventure. His long arms make it difficult to hold onto the pool, and he can't resist a tickle or two. Can he learn to swim despite his unique...

Nothing Is Missing: A Memoir of Living BoldlyA powerful and unflinching memoir by Nicole Walters, daughter of Ghanaian immigrants who built a life of self-made success. Born into uncertainty, Nicole...

Mr. Silly has bought a farm and is eager to get started. However, his ideas for running it are quite unconventional, such as using the farm cat to herd sheep and the sheepdog to collect eggs. As...

Alec Ramsay's incredible bond with his horse, the Black, has been tested time and again in these four thrilling adventures. From saving the Black after a shipwreck to facing suspicion of murder after...

New Beginnings at Glendale Hall by Victoria Walters is a heartwarming and uplifting romance that will leave you feeling inspired. After a devastating betrayal, Emily Prescott finds solace in helping...

The Fight for Love by Kate Goldman is a romance novel that tells the story of Lucie Walters and her unexpected encounter with famous fighter Dalton Hughes.After being attacked in a parking garage,...

Walter Benjamin's Unpacking My Library offers a unique perspective on the complex relationships between objects and their owners. In this personal meditation, he explores his career as a book...

Beyond Good & Evil: Prelude to a Philosophy of the Future by Friedrich Nietzsche This comprehensive collection of Nietzsche's thought and style offers a unique insight into his philosophy. Spanning...

Death Takes a Holiday by Alberto Cassella and Walter Ferris is a striking drama that has established itself among the important plays of our time. Based on the poetic conception of death suspending...

The Rule of Three: Will to Survive by Eric Walters is the gripping conclusion to a trilogy about one suburban neighborhood's existence after a global blackout. Four months ago, a catastrophic event...

Celebrating Abundance Devotions for Advent by Walter Brueggemann invites you to look beyond the world's extravagant preparations for Christmas and discover the true feast laid out before us. This...

The Carolingian Chronicles: A Comprehensive Record of the Rise and Fall of the Carolingian Empire. This collection of historical texts provides the most comprehensive record of the Carolingian...

Steve's story begins in Cell Block D, a place he never expected to call home. As he navigates this harsh environment, Steve finds solace in writing his own film - a story about the events that led...

Victoria Walters' debut novel tells a powerful tale of love, grief and survival. Rose's life was forever changed when she lost her husband at just 24 years old, leaving her to pick up the pieces and...

Walter S. DeKeseredy examines the complex issue of violence against women, challenging common assumptions and exploring the root causes of this problem. DeKeseredy debunks the notion that intimate...

Tracing the revolutionary path of modernism from its Parisian origins to its emergence as the dominant cultural movement in world capitals such as Berlin and New York, Peter Gay presents a thrilling...

Dr. Charles Calisher's book offers a compelling history of early virus research, focusing on the development of understanding viruses and their impact on human health.The author explores how...

The Modern Recorder Player by Walter van Hauwe is a comprehensive guide to playing the recorder. This instructional sheet music book covers the basics of holding and playing the instrument, with...

The Heroes of Scotland's Reformation tells the story of a nation's struggle for faith and freedom. Walter Scott masterfully weaves together narratives of love, family, and legacy to bring to life the...

A True Story of Deception and Betrayal In 1998, Walter Kirn embarked on an unusual task: delivering a crippled dog to Clark Rockefeller in New York. This chance encounter marked the beginning of a...

The Old Testament Documents: Are They Reliable Relevant? Walter C. Kaiser Jr. explores the trustworthiness and authority of the Old Testament documents in this thought-provoking book. He examines the...

Each day of the year offers a chance to receive generous gifts from God and to accept worthy tasks as disciples. This collection of 365 devotions invites you to consider the cost and joy of daily...

Fighting Jacob by Shandi Boyes is a heartfelt new adult romance that explores the power of relationships forged from differences. When two strong-willed individuals with opposing personalities...

The Price by Arthur Miller is a poignant drama about two brothers who reunite in a moment of reckoning. In this powerful play, Victor and Walter confront the past and its consequences, as they sort...

Latin Poetry and the Judgement of Taste: An Essay in Aesthetics by Charles Martindale explores the significance of beauty and aesthetics in our response to poetry. Drawing on Kant's Critique of...

Walter Benjamin's essays on Charles Baudelaire challenge our understanding of modernity and its impact on literature. In these works, Benjamin presents a complex figure: the poet caught in a struggle...

The Victorian Art of Fiction presents important statements on the form and function of fiction from the 19th century. This anthology explores questions of genre, authorship, and morality in relation...

The Cinema of Naruse Mikio: Women and Japanese ModernityCatherine Russell's in-depth study sheds new light on the life and work of one of Japan's most prolific directors, Naruse Mikio. With...

The Puffin Book of Fantastic First Poems brings together a diverse collection of poems that have captured the hearts of young readers for generations. From Robert Louis Stevenson to Roger McGough,...

Walter Brueggemann presents Genesis as a single book within the context of biblical revelation, bringing the text close to the faith and ministry of the church. He interprets it as a proclamation of...

Walter Rheiner's prose work offers a unique perspective on Expressionist themes, exploring metropolitan estrangement, intoxication, and the horrors of trench warfare. This bilingual edition presents...

The mystics of the Middle Ages broke new ground in their spiritual quest. Blazing trails to God and the depths of the self, they offered a fresh perspective on faith and human experience. This...

The Meanings of Violence: From Critical Theory to BiopoliticsThis collection brings together an international array of scholars to explore how prominent thinkers have approached the concept of...

Novels in Three Lines by Félix Fénéon is a unique collection of over 1,000 anonymous items from the French newspaper Le Matin in 1906. These stories of murder, mayhem, and everyday life are presented...

First aired in 1968, Mr. Novak was a groundbreaking television series that paved the way for future dramatic programming.This comprehensive guide to the show features episode guides with vintage...

A man wakes in a cell with no memory of who he is or how long he has been there. The only clue is that someone has left the cell door open. Nevil Hammersmith, a former Metropolitan Police sergeant...

The House at Old Vine by Norah Lofts is set against the backdrop of two centuries of Suffolk history. At its heart is the doomed love story of Josiana Greenwood and Walter Rancon, whose lives are...

Jailbird is a witty and satirical morality play that combines fiction and fact to explore the complexities of human nature. Written by Kurt Vonnegut, this novel tells the story of Walter J...

The Bogman by Walter Macken A young man's struggle for freedom and individuality is set against the backdrop of rural Ireland in the early 20th century. Orphaned as a child, Cahal Kinsella returns to...

Walter Benjamin's short stories are gathered in this collection for the first time. The fiction of a renowned critic and philosopher, Benjamin's tales explore the erotic tensions of city life, the...

The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society's Production of Macbeth A Comedy by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin is a humorous take on Shakespeare's classic play. Staged...

Twenty acclaimed authors share their insights into the writing life. From the highs and lows of creative endeavour, they reveal what drives them to keep writing. Contributing authors include Isabel...

Lithium: A Doctor, a Drug, and a BreakthroughThe story of lithium's discovery as a cure for bipolar disorder is one of the most important medical breakthroughs of the 20th century, yet it remains...

Theodor W. Adorno's Ontology and Dialectics 1960-61 is a seminal work that presents his most sustained analysis of Heidegger's philosophy. This collection of lectures represents a continuation of a...

The Wendy Award by Walter Scott explores the complexities of contemporary art and identity. When Wendy is nominated for a prestigious prize alongside her friend Winona, she finds herself at the...

Discover hidden objects in a magical world filled with toys and stories. Can You See What I See? Once Upon a Time is a rhyming search-and-find picture book that invites you to explore fascinating...

The Silent People by Walter Macken explores the struggles of one Irish family across several generations. Set against the backdrop of Ireland's tumultuous past, particularly during the time of the...

The Time That Remains: A Commentary on the Letter to the Romans by Giorgio Agamben explores the relationship between Paul's letters and the history of Christianity. Agamben argues that Paul's texts...

The Passion of the Infant Christ Critical Edition by Caryll Houselander A profound exploration of Christian spirituality, this 1949 book argues that the physical world is an "inscaped" revelation of...

They Came from Mars and Landed Outside the Farndale Avenue Church Hall in Time for the Townswomen's Guild's Coffee Morning A Comedy by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin. A hilarious spoof of sci-fi...

The Cold Millions A Novel by Jess Walter is set against the backdrop of early 20th century America. In this richly detailed novel, two brothers navigate their lives in Spokane, each with their own...

Brian Cox's poetry collection, Emeritus, is a testament to his passion and creativity. After years of dedication to his teaching career, Cox has now found the freedom to focus on his writing,...

The Ghosts of Nothing by Cecily Walters is a haunting tale that delves into the mysteries of a small town's eerie legends. In this captivating story, Nelly Morighan discovers that her family's dark...

This collection of essays by Robert Warshow is a seminal work on popular culture, written in the 1960s. Originally appearing as a book in 1962, it showcases the writing of an editor who tragically...

Friedrich Nietzsche's Basic Writings bring together five of his most influential philosophical works, exploring key themes such as nihilism, metaphysics, and morality. This collection features an...

Gem Wild Flowers by Martin Walters A portable companion for nature enthusiasts, this guide features authoritative text, beautiful photographs, and detailed illustrations to help identify wild flowers...

The Victorian Frame of Mind, 1830-1870 by Walter E. Houghton For over forty years, our understanding of the Victorian era has been shaped by a particular perspective. However, in recent years, there...

Berlin Childhood Around 1900 by Walter Benjamin This collection of vignettes offers a unique glimpse into the life of a young boy growing up in Berlin's West End at the turn of the century. Written...

Discover the hidden secrets and rich history of Teesdale, one of England's most beautiful Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.This stunning region has been a source of inspiration for writers and...

The Great Migration An American Story by Jacob Lawrence brings together sixty panels from his epic narrative series, created in 1940-1941. This powerful picture book tells the story of...

The Mystery of Life's Origin: The Continuing Controversy Charles B. Thaxton;Walter L. Bradley;Roger L. Olsen Paperback, 485 pages, published 2020 This book explores the enduring mystery of life's...

Tales for Twilight offers a chilling collection of Scottish ghost stories spanning two centuries. From early eighteenth-century writers to contemporary authors, this anthology brings together a...

Lords of the White Castle is a gripping tale of rebellion, passion, and power set against the tumultuous backdrop of medieval England.A violent confrontation with the future King John sets Fulke...

A Practical Treatise on Their Breeding, Feeding and Management of Cavies by Walter E. Clarke is a comprehensive guide to raising Guinea Pigs. First published in 1913, this edition provides practical...

The Heart of Midlothian by Walter Scott is set against the backdrop of the Edinburgh riots of 1736. Tensions have been building in the city, sparked by the actions of Captain John Porteous, and when...

London, 1903. A pair of women are hanged in Holloway Prison for their roles in killing babies. More than thirty years later, Josephine Tey sets out to write a novel about Amelia Sach and Annie...

The Oresteia of Aeschylus by George Thomson and Walter G. Headlam is a two-volume edition that forms part one of this comprehensive collection. This volume contains the original Greek text of the...

Set against the backdrop of Germany's tumultuous 1989, Star 111 is a poignant and powerful tale of family, identity, and the search for authentic existence.In a world in flux, Inge and Walter, an...

Marxism and the History of Art: From William Morris to the New Left is a comprehensive introduction to Marxist approaches to art history. Despite the aesthetic being a crucial part of Marx and...

Oscar Wilde's "The Happy Prince and Other Tales" is a charming collection of five children's short stories. Beautifully illustrated by Walter Crane, these stories include "The Happy Prince", "The...

The Scorching Wind by Walter Macken is set against the backdrop of Dublin in 1916, during the tumultuous Easter Rebellion and its aftermath. Against this complex historical context, two young...

Jesus: A Novel by Walter Wangerin is a compelling retelling of Jesus' life and ministry. Told through the perspectives of two close confidantes, Mary and his beloved disciple, this novel provides an...

Bad Boy Brawly Brown by Walter Mosley is a gripping mystery novel that follows Easy Rawlins as he tries to save an old friend's stepson, Brawly Brown, from the political group he has joined. Brawly's...

Walter Brueggemann's Reverberations of Faith is a comprehensive exploration of over 100 Old Testament themes. By examining these interconnected ideas, readers can gain insight into the depth and...

In 1145, a mysterious death at Evesham Abbey sets off a chain of events that exposes the dark undercurrents of medieval life. A steward found dead in a well pit, tensions between the abbey and local...

Eight-year-old orphan Beth Harmon's life changes forever when she discovers chess. Her senses sharpen, her thinking clarifies, and for the first time, she feels in control. As she competes in the U.S...