599 results for 'Fiennes, Sir Ranulph'

In January 1410, King Henry IV's reign is brought to an abrupt end by an unknown illness. As a result, England teeters on the brink of chaos, with various factions vying for power and control...

Bertie Wooster's troubles are never far away, and when he stays with his Aunt Dahlia at Brinkley Court, he finds himself entangled in a complex web of mysteries and misadventures. The arrival of Sir...

Capitalism isn't immoral, it's amoral - it's a wild beast that needs to be led. Sir Ronnie provides the core operating manual for those seeking to do good while also doing well in this timely and...

The White Priory Murders is a classic mystery novel that follows the investigation into the murder of a Hollywood actress at a remote country estate. The story begins with the discovery of the body...

My Heart Was a Tree is a beautifully illustrated gift collection of poetry and stories celebrating trees and their importance to humanity and in the natural world.Written by bestselling author Sir...

Sir Alex Ferguson's autobiography offers a candid and engaging look at his managerial career, spanning from his time at Aberdeen to 26 successful seasons with Manchester United. The updated edition...

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll, is a story of wonder and curiosity. First published in 1865, this beloved story has been enchanting readers for generations with its simple yet...

Sir Terry Leahy's Management in 10 Words offers a unique perspective on what makes successful managers and great organisations. Drawing on his fourteen years as CEO of Tesco, he identifies ten vital...

Enola Holmes and the Elegant Escapade is the latest adventure of the brilliant and feisty Enola Holmes. When her friend Lady Cecily Alastair needs her help, Enola takes on the challenge of rescuing...

A discovery in the remote African republic of Zangaro has the potential to alter the course of a nation's history. Sir James Manson, a ruthless and powerful tycoon, will stop at nothing to protect...

A beautifully bound edition of Shakespeare's enchanting comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, is presented in the Macmillan Collector's Library series. Illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, this...

In the midst of a stalemate in Europe, Britain's ambitions shift to the Spice Islands and the Dutch East Indies. Admiral Pellew has been sent to confront the enemy's rich holdings, but Captain Sir...

The Old Man of Lochnagar A heartwarming tale of wild imagination and storytelling joy, this book introduces the old man of Lochnagar - a delightfully energetic and carefree character who roams the...

Sir Alex Ferguson's biography offers a comprehensive look at the life and career of the most decorated manager in British football history. The book delves into Ferguson's personal life, including...

The Emperor's New Mind: Concerning Computers, Minds, and the Laws of Physics by Roger Penrose A thought-provoking exploration of the fundamental limits of artificial intelligence, Sir Roger Penrose...

The Housekeeper of Holcombe Hall by Maggie Campbell is a gripping historical romance that explores the lives of the upstairs and downstairs residents of Holcombe Hall as the roaring twenties come to...

This modern edition of Shakespeare's tragic history presents a historical overview of Richard II in performance, exploring the play's various interpretations and adaptations. An expert introduction...

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...

This modern edition of Macbeth presents a historical overview of the play in performance, exploring its various interpretations and adaptations. An expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate provides...

A modern and authoritative edition of the most famous love story, Romeo and Juliet, is presented here. This edition includes an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, which provides a historical...

Now in paperback, the final volume of Sir Henry 'Chips' Channon's remarkable diaries offers an unparalleled glimpse into London high society and politics during the 1940s and 1950s.This unexpurgated...

The Little Book of Newcastle United Over 170 Black and White Quotes! A unique collection of quotes that capture the spirit of one of England's most passionate football clubs. From legendary players...

The Penguin English Library edition brings together three intriguing Sherlock Holmes cases: The Adventure of the Yellow Face, The Problem of Thor Bridge, and The Adventure of the Six Napoleons. This...

The Serpent Power by Arthur Avalon and John George Woodroffe This influential text is a seminal study of Kundalini yoga, exploring ancient texts and philosophies of Shakti, meditation, and yogic...

The History of Spiritualism (Vols. 1 and 2) by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle offers a comprehensive account of the spiritualist movement, tracing its roots back to the Fox Sisters in 1848. This...

Discover the rich and complex history of Spain through the ages in this engaging and authoritative tour. From prehistoric times to modern day, Sir Raymond Carr provides a comprehensive overview of a...

A beautiful and enigmatic woman appears to Laura Fairlie, setting off a chain of events that exposes dark secrets and deceit. When Sir Percival Glyde arrives with his friend Count Fosco, the mystery...

A beautifully bound edition of two beloved classics, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. This Macmillan Collector's Library gift edition features real cloth binding,...

A nostalgic look at the world of sport that brings colour to the black and white of yesteryear. Michael Parkinson's love letter to sport is a warm and humorous reflection on his life writing about...

Quicksilver is Neal Stephenson's first novel in his acclaimed Baroque Cycle. Set against the backdrop of 16th and 17th century England, this epic tale explores a world of war, scientific discovery,...

Bursting with fourteen fantastically funny tales, this collection from the master storyteller is a worthwhile read for anyone who believes in the magic of a well-told story. From food fights to...

The Inflatables in Air to the Throne is the sixth book in a hilarious graphic novel series that's suited to readers of action-packed adventures. When an Airy Frogfather grants Flamingo's wish for a...

This collection of essays by J.R.R. Tolkien brings together seven pieces that span nearly thirty years, from 1931 to 1959. The essays, delivered as general lectures on particular occasions, explore...

Richard Demarco's Edinburgh explores the original world vision of Sir John Falconer and Rudolph Bing, and recalls the highs and lows of The Edinburgh International Festival, The Fringe, Art, Book,...

Through the Looking-Glass, the second adventure of Alice, takes her to a place even more curious than Wonderland. She finds herself caught up in a great game of chess and sets off to become a queen...

The Honeywood File: An Adventure in Building This humorous novel presents the pitfalls and vicissitudes of home building in sharp detail, through a series of letters from the architect, James...

The Cavern Club: The Birthplace of the Beatles and Merseybeat The Cavern Club, a legendary music venue, played a pivotal role in shaping the history of popular music. This book tells the story of the...

Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Puzzles is a unique blend of puzzles and classic mysteries. Dr Watson shares the detective's memory-boosting techniques, helping you to think like Sherlock and improve...

Sir Patrick Stewart's long-awaited memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of a beloved actor and living legend. With a career spanning six decades, Stewart has captivated audiences around the...

The Religion of Ancient Egypt by Flinders Petrie is a scholarly exploration of the spiritual beliefs and practices of one of history's most remarkable civilisations. Originally published in 1906,...

The Murmansk Venture by Major-General C Maynard In the final months of World War I, a small but significant force was dispatched to the Russian port of Murmansk. This book tells the story of the...

Daisy Darlymple is invited to her old school friend Gwen Tyndall's annual fireworks display at Edge Manor in the Cotswolds. However, this year's festivities are marred by tragedy when Gwen's father...

The Tempest is a masterpiece of magical effects, redemptive romance, poetry and politics. This beautifully bound edition, part of the Macmillan Collector's Library, features stunning illustrations by...

Join Dickon on an unforgettable adventure as he recounts the first round-world voyage of Sir Francis Drake. This gripping tale brings to life the harsh realities of life on board ship in Tudor times,...

Little Leaders: Exceptional Men in Black History by Vashti Harrison Discover the inspiring stories of black men who broke barriers and fought injustice to realise their dreams and make the world a...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's Incredible Expedition is a gripping account of one of the most heroic and perilous journeys in Antarctic exploration history. In August 1914, Shackleton set off from England...

John Tradescant's story is a fascinating glimpse into the extraordinary age in which he lived. As a gardener and confidante to Sir Robert Cecil, Tradescant is well placed to observe the social and...

Deadly Game is an explosive international thriller from Sir Michael Caine. When a metal box of radioactive material is found at a dump in East London, it's stolen in a violent raid, setting off a...

The Beggar's Opera by John Gay is a theatrical sensation that turned conventions upside-down in 18th-century London. By using traditional popular ballads and street tunes, Gay created a riotous and...

Thomas & Friends Meet the Engines: An Encyclopedia of the Characters Discover the fascinating world of Thomas the Tank Engine and his friends. This colourful guide is packed with fun facts about a...

This modern edition of The Winter's Tale, one of Shakespeare's last plays, offers a fresh approach to understanding the work. With an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate, the book provides a...

Captain Alan Lewrie is facing a daunting task in the summer of 1805, as rumors of a massive French fleet bring fears of invasion to the tranquil port of Nassau in the Bahamas. With his squadron of...

The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, was thought to be lost forever, but in 2022, an audacious plan to locate the...

The Arden Shakespeare Third Series Complete Works brings together all of Shakespeare's plays, poems, and sonnets in a single, comprehensive volume. Edited by leading international scholars, this...

The Lonely Londoners is a vivid account of immigrant experience in 1950s London, a city where hope and despair coexist. This Penguin Modern Classics edition features an introduction by Susheila Nasta...

A twenty-year-old mystery in the village of Compton Poppleford remains unsolved, with the disappearance of Darcy Sprockett on a stormy night still shrouded in uncertainty. When fresh evidence...

English Renaissance Poetry: A Collection of Shorter Poems from Skelton to Jonson This anthology brings together a diverse range of poets from the English Renaissance, a period of extraordinary poetic...

Old Filth is a masterful novel by Jane Gardam, whose prose shines like a diamond, illuminating the human heart with elegance and wit. This poignant tale retraces the 20th century's tumultuous history...

The Golden Bough: A Study in Magic and Religion First published in 1890, this influential work explores the evolution of human thought from magic and religion to scientific understanding. The book's...

The Patient Assassin: A True Tale of Massacre, Revenge and the Raj In 1919, a devastating massacre in Amritsar, India, sparked a quest for revenge that would take one man around the world. The event,...

A collection of five thrilling adventure stories retold for young readers. This book brings together 'The Count of Monte Cristo', 'The Prisoner of Zenda', 'Don Quixote', 'The Three Musketeers' and...

The Red Line: The Gripping Account of the RAF's Bloodiest Raid on Hitler's Germany On 30 March 1944, a single night marked the RAF's bloodiest loss of the Second World War. Nearly 700 men from Royal...

The Oxford Book of Victorian Ghost Stories by Michael Cox and R. A. Gilbert is a collection of ghost stories that capture the essence of the Victorian era's fascination with death and the...

Kevin Keegan's autobiography offers an unflinching look at his remarkable career in football. From humble beginnings with the Peglers Brass Works reserve team to achieving iconic status as a player...

A sweeping love story set against the Jacobite revolution, The Vanished Days is a captivating tale of intrigue, adventure and romance. Against the backdrop of 1613 Scotland and England, two...

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 18th-century Scotland, Waverley tells the story of a young man's struggle to reconcile his loyalty to civilization with the allure of an older world of honor...

Sir David Attenborough's early career as a broadcaster and naturalist is a story of adventure and discovery. In 1954, he embarked on a series of expeditions to find rare and elusive animals for the...

Mark Lawrence's Road Brothers is a gripping collection of fourteen short stories set in the world of the Broken Empire. Within these pages, you'll find tales of complex characters, including Red...

Sir Thomas Lipton's life was defined by his pursuit of the America's Cup, a yachting trophy that embodied the ultimate in international sport. Yet, it was his remarkable journey to build a global...

Diana Mitford's life was one of glamour and intrigue, but also of tragic downfall. As a celebrated member of London's high society in the 1920s and '30s, she was a muse to many artists and writers,...

The Silence Factory by Bridget Collins is an enthralling tale of complicity, desire and corruption. In this gripping novel, Henry dreams of silence - a world without the clattering of carriages or...

Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar is a tale of style and cunning. First introduced in 1905, this charismatic thief has been captivating audiences with his clever schemes and gentlemanly manners. With a...

Behind the scenes of the world's most expensive and high-stakes football transfers lies a complex web of deals, agents, and players. Jim White and Kaveh Solhekol, two leading experts in the field,...

The Chess Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes Fifty Tantalizing Problems of Chess Detection by Raymond M. Smullyan is an intriguing collection of puzzles that showcase the detective's remarkable analytical...

The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks is a humorous and relatable tale about growing up. At 11 3/4, Lottie is facing the challenges of starting high school without friends and dealing with...

This beautifully bound edition of classic Scottish poems is a treasure trove of verse from some of Scotland's most celebrated writers. Gaby Morgan has carefully selected a range of poems that...

Sabre-Tooth is a gripping adventure featuring Modesty Blaise, a renowned espionage expert, and her loyal lieutenant Willie Garvin. When a hunch by Sir Gerald Tarrant of the Foreign Office sets in...

A beautiful island off the English coast, a stunning hotel perched on the cliffs, and a group of glamorous friends - all set for a summer of fun and relaxation. But when the hotel's owner is found...

Sir Alfred Munnings' scathing attack on Modern Art at the 1949 Annual Banquet shocks his audience and those tuning in to the BBC's live radio broadcast. As he struggles to regain composure, his...

The explosive autobiography of the original manager of Queen and founder of Trident Studios, London, is a fascinating and often irreverent look at the band's early days and the tumultuous...

From Red to Read: The Story of Fergie's First Fledgling is a heartwarming and inspiring tale of perseverance and determination. In 1987, Alan Tonge became Sir Alex Ferguson's first acquisition at...

A new collection of short stories from the renowned Sir Terry Pratchett is now available. This collection brings together a range of imaginative tales, each full of magic and humour. From a quest...

COVID By Numbers: Making Sense of the Pandemic with Data The COVID-19 pandemic has brought statistics to the forefront of our national conversation. Seven-day rolling averages, infection rates, and...

Captain Sir Tom Moore's autobiography is a remarkable journey through his life, from a childhood in Yorkshire to becoming a national hero during the COVID-19 pandemic. Born into a loving family with...

The RNLI's Official 200-year History is a comprehensive account of the charity's remarkable journey. Founded in 1824, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution has saved over 144,000 lives to date,...

Shakespeare's dazzling comedy, Love's Labour's Lost, is presented in this modern edition with an expert introduction by Sir Jonathan Bate. This unique edition provides a historical overview of the...

A Cruise on the Nile Or the Fabulous Story of Steam Ship Sudan is a sumptuous book that invites you to follow the course of the Nile and Egyptian history on board a floating historical monument, the...

Sir Benedict Harper's journey to healing has taken an unexpected turn. After surviving the Napoleonic Wars, he is struggling to move on from his physical and emotional wounds. When Samantha McKay...

The Battle of Britain film is a landmark war movie that has become an iconic representation of one of the most pivotal moments in history. The 1969 film boasts an impressive all-star cast, including...

First published in 1940, An Agricultural Testament is a seminal work on organic farming that remains a cornerstone of the movement. The book explores the nature and management of soil fertility, with...

England, 1586. A plot to kill Queen Elizabeth and install Mary, Queen of Scots, on the English throne is unfolding. Spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham is aware of the danger and allows it to progress,...

In a world on the brink of collapse, a young man's journey to reclaim his lost love becomes a desperate quest for survival. Andrew Hunter Murray's gripping science fiction thriller, The Sanctuary, is...

Great TED talks have one thing in common: they contain stories. By studying over 200 of the best TED talks, Akash Karia discovered that the key to delivering a captivating presentation is to master...

The Sherlock Holmes Complete Puzzle Collection Test your powers of deduction with this remarkable collection of over 200 puzzles, written in the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great stories. From...

Think you really know about Only Fools and Horses? This entertaining quiz book is perfect for both casual fans and hardcore experts alike. With over 30 years since the first episode aired, the show...

Black Diamonds and the Blue Brazil: A Chronicle of Coal, Cowdenbeath and Football is a story that has captured the imagination of many beyond its footballing roots. This updated edition, featuring a...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to cross the Antarctic continent in 1914 ended in disaster when a ship carrying a vital lifeline of supplies became stranded in the Ross Sea. Ten men were...

Sir Richard Branson's autobiography offers a unique blend of business insights and personal stories, as he shares his experiences and lessons learned from his ventures and adventures. From his...

Songs of Innocence and Experience: Shewing the Two Contrary States of the Human Soul, 1789-1794 is a beautifully illustrated edition of William Blake's poems. The text of each poem is printed in...

The Early Years of Television and the BBC by Jamie Medhurst This book explores the relationship between the BBC and television from the mid-1920s to the outbreak of the Second World War, shedding new...