6119 results for 'Sticker, Henry'

Charles Dickens's simple retelling of the life of Jesus Christ, written for his own children during 1846-1849. In this charming adaptation from the Gospel of St. Luke, Dickens aimed to teach young...

Charles Brandon - Tudor Knight by Tony Riches is a historical fiction novel based on actual events of courage and adventure in the turbulent world of the Tudor court. The story follows Brandon, a...

Sussex at War Through Time by Henry Buckton The county of Sussex played a significant role in the Second World War, with its coastline and towns becoming key targets for the German Luftwaffe...

Dusk of Dawn: An Essay Toward an Autobiography of a Race Concept is a powerful and personal account by W. E. B. Du Bois, one of the most influential African American scholars of his time. In this...

Blessed Dominic Barberi was a pivotal figure in the life of St John Henry Newman, yet his own story remains largely unknown. This biography sheds light on the remarkable life and ministry of this...

Axel Munthe: The Road to San Michele tells the story of an extraordinary individual who came to define the times he lived in. Born into a Swedish family, Munthe rose to become one of the youngest...

The House of Echoes by Alexandra Walsh In 16th-century Tudor England, Anne Brandon's life is intertwined with that of her husband Lord Powis and the powerful king Henry VIII. As whispers of his...

Old Mortality is a historical romance that sets an unconventional hero against the forces of fanaticism in 17th-century Scotland. Henry Morton joins the rebels to fight Scotland's royalist...

Pamela Colman Smith's arrival in London marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey. As she settles into her new life, she finds herself at the centre of a mysterious world of magic and art. Her...

The Turbulent Past of a Little Piece of Paradise: A History of the Charente-Maritime by Henry Becket. A region in southwest France has long been prized for its benign geography, making it an...

Patient H.M. A Story of Memory, Madness, and Family Secrets by Luke Dittrich is a gripping exploration of the human brain and its darkest secrets. In 1953, Henry Molaison, a young factory worker,...

Constantin Brancusi Sculpting the Essence of Things by James Pearson explores the artist's distinctive sculptural forms and his quest for the 'essence of things'. Brancusi sought to strip away...

Sebastian St. Cyr is drawn into a case that threatens to upend everything he thought he knew about justice when a series of gruesome murders rocks London in 1814. The killings are eerily similar to a...

The de Montforts: A Family's Rise and Fall in Medieval Europe In the 13th century, the de Montfort family emerged from humble beginnings in France to become prominent leaders in European politics...

The Story of Charles Strange by Henry Wood is a poignant tale of coming of age and the importance of strong values. Orphaned at a young age, Charles was raised by his father and stepmother, who...

Nature Religion in America: From the Algonkian Indians to the New Age explores the complex and diverse history of American nature spirituality. This study charts the various responses to the natural...

The Savings and Loan Crisis: A Financial Fraud of Epic Proportions In 1999, Kitty Calavita, Henry N. Pontell, and Robert Tillman published a groundbreaking book that exposed the deliberate nature of...

Singing the Body Electric explores the relationship between the human voice and technology, revealing how technological mediation affects our understanding of the voice and the human body. Miriama...

The New Century Bergsonism, Phenomenology and Responses to Modern Science by Keith Ansell-Pearson and Alan D. Schrift This volume explores the pivotal period between 1890s and 1930s, marked by...

Counternarratives: Exploring Cultural Studies and Critical Pedagogies in Postmodern Spaces by Henry A. Giroux. In contemporary society, our lives are shaped by the ongoing struggle between dominant...

Contaminations Beyond Dialectics in Modern Literature, Science and Film by Michael Mack explores an alternative to traditional dialectical thinking. This book examines how various oppositions between...

Ethnopsychiatry explores the complex relationship between culture and mental health, a subject that has sparked intense debate in psychiatric research. Henri Ellenberger's groundbreaking work...

Henry David Thoreau's Walden and Civil Disobedience is a thought-provoking work that explores the intersection of nature, philosophy, and personal conviction. In 1857, Thoreau lived as a recluse in a...

The Dark Frontier A Spy Thriller by Eric Ambler In 1935, a chance encounter sets off a chain of events that draws a mild-mannered physicist into the world of international espionage. A mysterious...

Dissolution is the first novel in C. J. Sansom's Shardlake series, set in England in 1537. A time of revolution, England is experiencing significant changes, with Henry VIII proclaiming himself...

Judge Dredd: The Complete Case Files 27 In the dystopian nightmare of Mega-City One, the law is enforced by the Judges, powerful law enforcers who can stop total anarchy on the crime-ridden streets...

My Skin, Your Skin is a powerful book that helps children and adults have meaningful discussions about race and anti-racism. It empowers children to be the best versions of themselves, with...

Hampton Court Palace has been a stage for centuries of British history, with power, scandal, and intrigue unfolding within its walls. This book takes you on a stroll through 500 years of history,...

Necessary Endings: The Employees, Businesses, and Relationships That All of Us Have to Give Up in Order to Move ForwardDr. Henry Cloud argues that endings are not something to be feared, but rather...

William Marshal: The Greatest Knight A captivating blend of fact and fiction brings to life one of England's greatest forgotten heroes. In 1167, William Marshal is plucked from obscurity when he...

John Wenlock, first Lord Wenlock, was a leading diplomat, courtier and soldier during the Wars of the Roses. His remarkable career offers a fascinating insight into one of the most turbulent periods...

The Call of the Wild and Free offers practical guidance for creating a modern, quality homeschool education that fosters adventure, freedom, and wonder in childhood. Inspired by Henry David Thoreau's...

Dinner with Joseph Johnson brings to life the extraordinary stories of those who shaped Britain's literary and intellectual landscape in the late 18th century. This remarkable portrait of a...

Twelfth-century anatomist Adelia Aguilar is drawn into a deadly mystery when Henry II's favourite mistress, Rosamund Clifford, is poisoned. Rumour suggests Eleanor of Aquitaine, the King's wife, was...

It's 1501 and Henry VII has secured the English throne through a combination of luck, cunning, and ruthlessness. But for many, his claim to the crown is still disputed. As his elder son prepares to...

The Baker's Daughter, Volume 1 The Second Book of the Tudor Chronicles, Volume 1 By Bonny Smith and Kimberly Sluis This is the story of Queen Mary Tudor, daughter of Henry VIII and Katharine of...

Thomas Wolsey: A Rise to Power In 1485, England is ruled by Henry VII, who has defeated King Richard III at Bosworth Field. Thomas Wolsey, a young man with great ambition and brains, leaves his...

Jasper Tudor's life was one of quiet comfort, far removed from the intrigue of the royal court. However, when he and his brother Edmund were summoned to London, their half-brother King Henry VI took...

The winds of war bring uncertainty but also opportunity to the people of Fishers Wharf. For Ruth Evans, the safe return of her father's trawler is crucial, as it holds the key to securing her family...

The giant characters of history - from Mozart to Michelangelo, Shakespeare to Einstein, Henry VIII to Hitler, Catherine the Great to Margaret Thatcher, Jesus Christ to Genghis Khan - lived lives of...

My Word Against His is a gripping psychological thriller that explores the darker side of family life. Thirteen years ago, Lucie babysat their young son Henry, but she soon discovered that nothing...

A sweeping new history of the changing meaning of work in America spans from Horatio Alger to Instagram influencers. Over the twentieth century, how Americans think about work underwent profound...

In 1882, David Wildeblood arrives in London to work as an 'inspector' for Henry Marchmont's weekly publication. His job is to investigate the notorious slum of Somers Town, recording details about...

The Tudor Court holds its secrets within. For Mary Howard, a life at court is a dream come true, but one fraught with danger and deception. As she navigates the treacherous world of King Henry VIII's...

Bincy Hall's life was forever changed when she was just seven years old and left alone in a marketplace. Her mother's abandonment would leave a lasting impact, shaping Bincy's experiences in the...

The No 1 Balloon Centre. Kidbrooke 1938-1945 By Peter Henry Sydenham In 1938, a crucial RAF facility was established in land between the current Thomas Tallis school and Kidbrooke railway station...

All the King's Men: The Truth Behind SOE's Greatest Wartime Disaster By Robert Marshall In 1942, Claude Dansey, deputy head of MI6, recruited double agent Henri Dericourt to join the Special...

Hubert de Burgh's remarkable life story is one of loyalty, duty, and ultimate triumph. From humble beginnings to becoming one of England's most powerful men, his career was marked by pivotal moments...

W.H. Crossland: A Life of Architectural Genius For centuries, one of England's most iconic buildings has stood as a testament to its architect's innovative style. Founder's Building at Royal...

Old Bangor: A Glimpse into Northern Ireland's Favourite Holiday Destination Bangor, Co. Down, was always a popular holiday destination in Northern Ireland, and this book brings to life its heyday as...

The Ceremonial City: History, Memory and Myth in Renaissance Venice Iain Fenlon's study presents a vivid account of major events in Venice during the 1570s, including the devastating plague that...

Henry Reynolds' Truth-Telling History examines the historical record to challenge long-held assumptions about Australia's past and its relationship with Indigenous peoples.The book considers what if...

Turner on Tour explores the artist's fascination with ports and harbors as dynamic, transitional places. Two groundbreaking oil paintings by J.M.W. Turner, Harbour of Dieppe: Changement de Domicile...

The French and Indian War was a conflict that left deep scars in North America. A series of bloody battles and terrifying raids marked the war between France and England, both allied with Native...

The Lucknow Campaigns 1857-58 is a gripping account of one of the most dramatic episodes in British history. In May 1857, Sir Henry Lawrence's decision to defend the Lucknow Residency against the...

The Mountain Men: A Year After Lewis and Clark's Return to the Pacific In 1807, a year after Lewis and Clark returned from their historic journey to the Pacific, a new wave of adventurers began to...

A queer gothic romance set in a world of strict expectations, Emile's journey to find his own happy ending is fraught with danger and uncertainty. When his aunt demands he marry to secure his...

Arthur Jeffress: A Life in Art This biography offers a unique insight into the life and career of Arthur Jeffress, an art dealer and collector who left behind a remarkable legacy. Through hundreds of...

Elizabeth I and her last courtly lover, Robert Devereux, Earl of Essex, remain one of history's most intriguing relationships. Born to Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, Elizabeth was declared illegitimate...

Lady Margaret Douglas was a woman of remarkable ambition and cunning. As niece to Henry VIII and half-sister to James V of Scotland, she held a unique position in the English court. Throughout her...

The Younger Next Year Journal is a comprehensive guide to tracking your progress and staying motivated on your journey towards a healthier lifestyle. With its 224-page fill-in format, you'll have all...

The story of Hans and Sophie Scholl, who defied Hitler's regime to spread a message of non-violent resistance. Operating under the name of the White Rose, they printed and distributed leaflets...

Einstein's Clocks and Poincare's Maps: Empires of Time by Peter Galison is a gripping account of two scientists' quest to harness time, culminating in the revolutionary science of relativity. This...

When her husband proposes to his mistress, Jane Madison is forced to confront the love that's been missing from her marriage. With her adorable daughter by her side, she finds solace in small...

Mary Queen of Scots: A Biography of a Maker of History This biography offers a comprehensive account of Mary Queen of Scots' life and untimely death, complete with original illustrations. Jacob...

By Henry Maguire Oxford University Press, 2016 This study explores the portrayal of nature in Byzantine art and literature from the fifth to seventh centuries. During this period, the decoration of...

Concord, Massachusetts, has long been associated with American liberty and literary heritage. However, the woods surrounding Walden Pond have another, lesser-known history: that of slavery.Between...

Lionheart, a gripping epic tale of war, loyalty and family, follows the story of Richard, the king's son, who earns the legendary name of Lionheart after a campaign to crush rebels in Aquitaine. But...

Henri Nouwen, a renowned author, priest, and counsellor, understood the spiritual life as a journey of faith and transformation. He believed that accountability, community, and relationships deepened...

The Survival of the Princes in the Tower Murder, Mystery and Myth by Matthew Lewis The murder of the Princes in the Tower is one of the most infamous unsolved crimes in British history...

The Cambridge Companion to Civil Disobedience by William E. Scheuerman The theory and practice of civil disobedience have taken on renewed importance in recent times, as individuals and groups seek...

The Tudors: Kings, Queens, Scribes and Ferrets! Hear the story of the Tudors from an unlikely source: Arthur Inkbott, Queen Elizabeth I's favourite scribe. With his trusty ferret Smudge by his side,...

The Last White Rose: The Secret Wars of the Tudors by Desmond Seward The story of the Tudor dynasty's rise to power is often seen as a straightforward tale of victory and succession. However, this...

Napoleon Hill's original 1937 edition of Think and Grow Rich is a reproduction of his personal copy, as recommended by The Napoleon Hill Foundation. This book represents the culmination of Hill's...

The Paston Letters: A Selection in Modern Spelling By Norman Davis This collection of family letters offers a unique glimpse into life in fifteenth-century England, spanning three generations and...

Rebecca Rischin's For the End of Time is a captivating history of Olivier Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time. Composed in 1940, the work was performed under trying circumstances: the temperature,...

The story of Margaret Werner's survival in Stalin's Siberian death camps is one of hope and defiance. In 1930, Henry Ford sent his Detroit employees to live in Russia, but for Margaret, the...

Strategy: A History explores the vast and complex history of strategic thinking, from the advanced strategies employed by primate groups to the military innovations of Baron Henri de Jomini and Carl...

Margaret of York: The Diabolical Duchess The life of Margaret of York is one of intrigue and survival. As sister of Richard III, she became the standard bearer of the House of York and a thorn in the...

Tudor Executions: A Study of Nobility and Treason. The Tudor dynasty was marked by a high number of executions, with nobles playing a significant role in their own downfall. This book examines the...

Dr. Henry Cloud offers ten strategies for overcoming self-defeating life patterns that will help you redirect your mistakes and make way for success-physically, personally, and spiritually.Mistakes...

The murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 sent shockwaves across medieval Europe. He rose from ordinary beginnings to become one of the most powerful men in England, but his fortunes changed when a bitter...

This comprehensive new book on Henri Matisse presents an accessible narrative about the artist and his work. Spanning fifty iconic works from the late nineteenth century to the mid-1950s, expert John...

A gripping Cold War spy thriller that will change your view forever. By a former special forces officer, this novel is poised to inherit the mantle of John le Carré. In a world of espionage and...

Black Victorians Hidden in History by John Woolf and Keshia Nicole Abraham explores an alternative vision of Victorian Britain, one that reveals the achievements of people of colour who were often...

Alex Martin's quiet life is shattered when a desperate teenager calls for help on the coldest night of the year. She dusts off her trusty Finding Machine, breaking every rule to save him, and sets in...

Thomas Henry Huxley was stranded in the Coral Sea on the HMS Rattlesnake at just twenty-two years old. Yet, with his young Englishwoman Henrietta Heathorn by his side, he would go on to found one of...

This comprehensive account explores politics, government and society in 13th-century England. Three pivotal episodes - the revolt of the barons against King John in 1215, the protest against Henry...

Architecture Iconographies Survey by Matthew Wells This book explores the history and significance of architectural survey drawings, examining how they document and analyze existing buildings to...

At the heart of 16th-century England lies a tale of intrigue and romance. This captivating novel by Jean Plaidy explores the complex relationships between two queens, their fates inextricably linked...

Early Modern Wales: A Fresh Perspective on Nationhood This comprehensive history explores Wales from 1536 to 1689, shedding new light on the country's experiences during a pivotal period in British...

The National Security Council: Power and Decision-Making in the Highest Office. A former senior official in the Clinton Administration, David Rothkopf offers an unprecedented look at the inner...

A Long Hard Look at 'Psycho' by Raymond Durgnat is a comprehensive analysis of Alfred Hitchcock's film. First published in 1969, this new edition has been updated with an introduction by Henry K...

A gruesome murder at a summer picnic sets off a chain of events in this gripping historical mystery. In 1815, two women are found brutally murdered and posed in a chilling manner, echoing a pair of...

Jane Austen's life remains shrouded in mystery, with personal obscurity being one of its most striking features. This memoir, written by her great-nephew James Edward Austen-Leigh, offers a unique...

The Sixteenth Century in 100 Women by Amy Licence is a fascinating retelling of this pivotal period in history. Scouring records from across Europe and beyond, Licence brings to life the remarkable...

Proteus Vex Another dawn by Michael Owen Carroll is an alien space opera that follows the story of Proteus Vex, ex-soldier turned super-agent. After a brutal intergalactic war, the galaxies are...

At the Mercy of the Queen A Novel of Anne Boleyn by Anne Clinard Barnhill is a gripping historical tale set at the court of Henry VIII. When Lady Margaret Shelton, a young and innocent cousin of...

Ferramonti Salvation Behind the Barbed Wire by David Henryk Ropschitz is a powerful and personal account of life in one of Italy's largest internment camps during World War II. In 1982, the author...

This collection brings together previously untranslated writings by Henri Lefebvre on rural sociology and political economy. Published for the first time in English, these works provide a...