6119 results for 'Sticker, Henry'

The Wildwoods: A Barrier Island's Architectural Transformation In the late 19th century, South Jersey's barrier island underwent a significant transformation from a fishing town to a summer resort...

The United States has never felt at home abroad. Its identity is rooted in its perception as a distinct country, with divided institutions and individualistic markets existing alongside nationalistic...

The gay literary tradition in America has been overlooked for too long. This extensively-researched academic text by Adam W. Burgess, Ph.D., sheds new light on the subject, exploring how gay authors...

The ninth book in the Chronicles of St Mary's series, An Argumentation of Historians, is a thrilling tale of time travel and adventure. Jodi Taylor's unique blend of British propriety, humour, and...

The Waiting Game: The Untold Story of the Women who Served the Tudor Queens The lives of the ladies-in-waiting to the Tudor queens are a fascinating and often overlooked aspect of history. These...

A compelling slice of mid-century espionage that expertly blends history with possibility. Edward Wilson's novel is aptly compared to the works of John le Carré, and for good reason. In 1949, William...

Life Class, the first novel in Pat Barker's acclaimed trilogy, is a powerful exploration of art and war. Set in the years leading up to the outbreak of World War I, the story follows Paul Tarrant, a...

Original Love: A Secular Spiritual Handbook for the Twenty-First Century In a world that often feels fragmented and disconnected, Henry Shukman offers a powerful and poetic alternative: the idea of...

Caring for the Dying offers a new approach to end-of-life care, one that brings meaning and comfort to both the dying person and their loved ones. By adapting the principles of birth doulas, this...

Jonny's dream of getting rid of his brother has come true - but not in the way he expected. SiblingSwap.com has sent him a series of bizarre replacements, each one more unexpected than the last. A...

online marketplace's impact on literature has been profound since its launch in 1994. In "Everything and Less", Mark McGurl explores how the platform has reorganized the fiction universe, blurring...

Pedagogy of Hope: Reliving Pedagogy of the Oppressed by Paulo Freire Paulo Freire's seminal work, Pedagogy of the Oppressed, established him as a leading voice in educational thought. In this new...

A chance encounter between two individuals sets in motion a transformative journey. Henry Higgins, a professor of phonetics, makes a bet with Eliza Doolittle, a flower seller, that he can teach her...

Oscar Wilde's life has never been more captivating than in this beautifully illustrated biography. Through his own words - private letters, poems, plays, stories and legendary witticisms - we gain...

Reappraisals: A Road Map Back to Historical Sense Tony Judt's Reappraisals is a collection of essays that offers a fresh perspective on the 20th century. Judt argues that we have lost touch with our...

Lady Honor Guinness's life takes an unexpected turn when she marries Henry 'Chips' Channon, a charming and ambitious American. As his arm, she finds herself at the heart of 1930s London's elite...

Surrealism in Britain provides a comprehensive study of the British Surrealist movement and its achievements. From the 1936 International Surrealist Exhibition in London to the present day, this...

Disarming Intelligence: A Critical Account of Intelligence in Modern French Literature and Thought This critical study examines how the concept of intelligence was consolidated and contested in...

Nina Hamnett: A Life in Art Alicia Foster brings together works from public and private collections to celebrate the accomplishments of a talented and ambitious woman who wasn't afraid to do things...

Edward VI was the son of Henry VIII and his second wife, Jane Seymour. He ruled for only six years (1547-1553) and died at the age of sixteen.This biography offers a fresh portrait of the boy king as...

The Young Pretender by Michael Arditti is an engrossing and captivating novel that tells the remarkable story of William Henry West Betty, one of the most famous people in Georgian Britain. At just...

The Queen's Promise by Lyn Andrews is a captivating tale of love, power and betrayal set against the intrigue-ridden backdrop of the Tudor court. When Anne Boleyn uses her charm to secure her...

Wyatt Earp & Doc Holliday: The West's Greatest Gunslingers This book tells the story of two men who became legends in the American West. Wyatt Earp, known for his bravery and deadly accuracy with a...

Tom Jones, Henry Fielding's 1749 novel, is a comic masterpiece that has been both praised and attacked for its portrayal of human nature. The story follows Tom, a foundling with a wild temper and a...

Medieval England's knightly effigies are a lesser-known aspect of art history, yet they offer valuable insights into the cultural and social norms of the time. This study examines these sculptures,...

Great Short Stories by Great American Writers brings together 30 of the most celebrated short stories from America's rich literary heritage. Spanning over a century, this anthology takes readers on a...

Inventing Paradise: The Power Brokers Who Created the Dream of Los Angeles By Paul Haddad The story of Los Angeles is one of rapid transformation, from a small pueblo in the late 1870s to a thriving...

Peter of Savoy: The Little Charlemagne A biography of one of the greatest figures of the thirteenth century, Peter of Savoy played a pivotal role in shaping European history. As uncle to Queen...

The Big Time: How the 1970s Transformed Sports in America By Michael MacCambridge In the 1970s, American sports underwent a seismic shift, moving from the margins to the mainstream of American...

Walking/Wild Apples by Henry David Thoreau is a profound exploration of the human relationship with nature. In this essay, Thoreau argues that true freedom and wildness can only be achieved by...

Catherine de Valois was born into turmoil. As the daughter of French King Charles VI, she grew up in a royal court marked by instability and conflict. Her life took a dramatic turn when she was...

Symbols of Freedom: Slavery and Resistance Before the Civil War by Matthew J. Clavin explores how American symbols inspired enslaved people and their allies to fight for true freedom in the early...

Spanning over a century of British art, this collection brings together over 50 drawings by some of Britain's most celebrated artists. These works showcase the figure as subject, from carefully...

Young Anne Boleyn was not beautiful, but she captured the hearts of kings and commoners alike with her irresistible charm. Sent to France to learn sophistication and later to court to marry well and...

The Trial of Job: Orthodox Reflections on the Book of Job by Patrick Henry Reardon The Book of Job has long been a source of profound spiritual insight, offering a powerful exploration of the human...

Heavenly Questions is an ancient Chinese epic poem that explores fundamental questions about the universe, genesis, nature, and the rise and fall of dynasties. Comprising over 170 questions, it...

A gripping first-person account of World War II, published to mark its 75th anniversary. Henry Langrehr, an American paratrooper, recounts his extraordinary story of survival and heroism. On D-Day,...

Diana, Princess of the Royal Forest of the Peak; From Domesday to Derbyshire with the Eyres, Fanshawes, Featherstonehaughs, and Fanchers by Patrick Fancher. In this unique exploration of Peak Forest...

The Biopolitics of Stalinism: A Critical Reevaluation Sergei Prozorov's groundbreaking study challenges conventional approaches to biopolitics by examining the unique rationality of Stalinist...

Viewpoints: Photographs from the Howard Greenberg Collection presents 100 iconic images that defined their time, along with the stories behind them and the photographers who captured them.These...

Wu Wei La vía del no actuar o cómo seguir el ritmo natural de la vida by Henri Borel is a thought-provoking exploration of the Taoist concept of living in harmony with nature. This concise and poetic...

Hardcover, 268 pages, published January 11th 2012. The posthumous reputation of Henry James was the subject of an intense struggle among his family and literary disciples after his death in 1916...

Elizabeth Tudor's teenage and young adult years were marked by turmoil and hardship. Her mother's execution by her own father, Henry VIII, had a profound impact on Elizabeth's life. As she navigated...

Jeremy Black's latest volume in The Weight of Words Series offers a nuanced exploration of Henry Fielding's enduring literary legacy. This second instalment in the series delves into the author's...

Ancient Records of Egypt: The Twentieth to the Twenty-Sixth Dynasties by James Henry Breasted provides a detailed record of the reign and benefactions of Ramesses III, one of the most significant...

The Winding Path of Transformation: Finding Yourself Between Glory and Humility by Jeff Tacklind. Spiritual transformation is often seen as a straightforward journey, but pastor Jeff Tacklind knows...

Thomas Cromwell: A Life by Diarmaid MacCulloch This biography offers a comprehensive and persuasive account of one of the most enigmatic figures in English history. Diarmaid MacCulloch's meticulous...

C.J. Sansom's latest novel is a gripping mystery set in 16th-century England, as the country prepares for war. England, 1545. England is at war. Henry VIII's invasion of France has gone badly wrong,...

The Wars of the Roses: Stormbird Book One by Conn Iggulden The throne of England is vacant, and the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance. King Henry V, the great Lion of England, has passed away,...

The Ghost Map is a gripping story of Victorian London, where a massive cholera epidemic threatened to destroy the city. Steven Johnson masterfully weaves together the tale of two unlikely heroes,...

The Diary of a Secret Royal by Henry Morris is a humorous and satirical take on the British Royal Family. Fenton Footlicker Esquire's life as the trusted toady to the Queen is filled with intrigue,...

The 10,000 Year Explosion: How Civilization Accelerated Human Evolution by Gregory Cochran A new perspective on human evolution challenges conventional wisdom. Top scholars Gregory Cochran and Henry...

Steelworks: A New Chapter in the Superman Mythos The future of Metropolis is here, and it's facing a terrorist with a personal vendetta against its builder. John Henry Irons, aka Steel, must navigate...

Thorfinn and the Rotten Scots by David MacPhail is a humorous tale about a Viking who defies convention. As the son of Harald the Skull-Splitter, Thorfinn's life is marked by his father's fearsome...

The Origins of the British Civil Service by Michael Coolican A comprehensive analysis of the machinery behind the government and public services in the UK. From Henry VIII's chief minister Thomas...

A mysterious First Lady and an intrepid journalist are about to uncover secrets that could destroy them both. Lara Caine, the enigmatic wife of President Henry Caine, has invited White House...

A sweeping history of America's transformation in attitudes towards animals spans just a few decades at the end of the 19th century. From horses being beaten in public view to the widespread adoption...

Cecily Neville was born in 1415, a year that marked a significant English victory at Agincourt. Her life spanned most of the fifteenth century and witnessed pivotal events, including the arrival of...

Behind the opulent facade of the Tudor court, a complex web of relationships and desires played out. This book delves into the intimate lives of the women who shaped the dynasty, from fertility and...

Ludwig Bemelmans: A Life in Illustration This inaugural title in the new series, The Illustrators, showcases the work of Ludwig Bemelmans, creator and illustrator of the beloved children's classic...

Matter and Memory: An Essay on the Relation of Body and Spirit is a complex exploration of human nature and the spirituality of memory. Henri Bergson investigates the function of the brain,...

Richard Jefferies' writing on natural history and rural life offers a unique perspective on late Victorian England. A lesser-known aspect of his work reveals a complex author with diverse interests,...

High Blood Pressure: A Spiritual Perspective for Healing and Prevention Dr. Henry Wright offers a unique approach to understanding and managing high blood pressure, combining medical findings with...

This is a fictional tale based on the true story of a young Irish girl who escapes poverty and rises to become a successful woman in early 20th-century America. Born into hardship, Annie Elizabeth...

Stand Still Like the Hummingbird by Henry Miller is a collection of stories and essays that showcase the author's unique perspective on life. This volume features some of Miller's most humorous...

The Experience of Architecture by Henry Plummer explores how our daily interactions with buildings and spaces influence our behavior. From the simple act of turning a door handle to the grandeur of...

The Innocents by Christopher Frayling A stimulating introduction to Jack Clayton's gothic masterpiece, this book explores the film's genesis in Henry James' novel The Turn of The Screw and its...

The Epic History of the Fur Trade in America Eric Jay Dolin's Fur, Fortune, and Empire is a compelling account of the rise and fall of the American fur trade. In 1609, Henry Hudson's voyage to...

Glimpses of Her Father's Glory: Deification and Divine Light in Longfellow's Evangeline by Timothy E. G. Bartel Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Evangeline has long been a beloved poem, inspiring...

Test your quote IQ with Who Said That? Take the Quote Quiz Challenge. This engaging game features hundreds of witty sayings, musings, and observations from famous figures, presented in an addictive...

Through Hell to Dunkirk: A Frontline Story of the Miraculous Evacuation of France in World War II In the spring of 1940, the German invasion of France led to a desperate situation for the British...

Strange Tales #7 (January 1933) is a collection of supernatural horror and fantasy stories from one of the most imaginative writers of the era. Edited by Harry Bates, this issue features a mix of...

Dead Man Walking by William W. Johnstone and J.A. Johnstone is a gripping Western thriller that introduces a unique hero: John Henry Sixkiller, a manhunter with a badge from the U.S. Government and a...

A Tudor Story: The Return of Anne Boleyn by W. S. Pakenham-Walsh This book is a personal journey across psychic channels, as Canon Pakenham-Walsh seeks to uncover the true story of Anne Boleyn. His...

Sir John Franklin's ill-fated expedition to force the Northwest Passage in 1845 remains one of the most enduring mysteries in Arctic exploration. In "Schwatka's Search: Sledging in the Arctic in...

Bring Up the Bodies A Novel by Hilary Mantel is a gripping historical novel that explores the tumultuous world of Tudor England. The story centers around Anne Boleyn, whose sharp intelligence and...

The Politics of Islamic Finance by Clement M. Henry and Rodney Wilson explores the complex relationships between Islamic finance and politics in the Middle East and North Africa. This book delves...

A Manner of Being: Writers on Their Mentors By Annie Liontas and Jeff Parker This collection of nearly seventy essays celebrates the mentors who have shaped the lives and writing careers of some of...

The Digby Poems: A New Edition of the Lyrics A fresh transcription and editing of Oxford Bodleian MS Digby 102, this collection of 24 short lyrics offers a unique insight into the devotional writing...

The Crown Pleas of the Suffolk Eyre of 1240 by Eric Gallagher and H. R. T. Summerson is a unique insight into life in medieval England. This volume presents the crown pleas, a crucial part of the...

Gloria and her best friend Julie have long shared a tradition of holidaying together. However, this year they find themselves in different locations, each discovering love in unexpected ways. Despite...

The Buccaneering Era: A Bloodthirsty Phase in Caribbean History Between 1620 and 1700, English, French, and Dutch buccaneers launched devastating attacks on Spanish towns, ports, and shipping. This...

Madness and the Loss of Identity in Nineteenth Century Fiction by Judy Cornes explores how the concept of individual identity was central to Western thinking during the nineteenth century. This...

Edie Price has one final summer to enjoy before college, and she's determined not to let it slip away. She's got her sights set on more than just boys, though - she's working hard to secure a...

A Requiem for Friendship and Faith In "In Memoriam A. H. H.", Alfred Tennyson pours his heart out in a poem written over seventeen years, as he grapples with the sudden loss of his close friend...

Introducing Read Write Inc.: My Reading and Writing Kit: More sounds and blending, a specially developed kit to help your child improve their reading skills by introducing first blending skills...

Discover the art of Chinese cooking with The Essential Wok Cookbook. Instead of relying on takeout, bring the flavors of China into your home kitchen with this simple and comprehensive guide. With...

Discover the art of cooking Chinese comfort food at home with The Essential Wok Cookbook. Instead of relying on takeout, this simple cookbook shows you how to master the wok and create delicious...

This engaging guide introduces young musicians to playing the piano and keyboard through a fun and interactive approach. Emily Arrow's method follows the Orff Schulwerk approach, using colorful...

Richard Scarry's A Day at the Airport is a colourful and educational picture book that invites young readers to explore the world of air travel. After a rainy day on the boat, Huckle Cat, Sally, and...

Help your child discover the magic of letter shapes and sounds with this engaging Phonics Activity Book 1. Featuring stickers, fun activities, puzzles, colouring, handwriting practice, word building...

Bible Verses for Today by Wolfl is a prayer journal designed to help you discover the meaning of scripture every day. This thoughtful guide features 37 questions, categorized into three groups:...

The LMH Official Dictionary of Jamaican Reggae and Dancehall Stars is a comprehensive guide to the pioneers, legends, and contemporary artists who have made a significant impact on the genre. This...

For those seeking to explore Asian cuisine without gluten, this cookbook offers authentic and approachable recipes. Laura B. Russell shares her expertise in converting vibrant Asian dishes into...

Brain Quest Workbook: 3rd Grade (Revised Edition) is an engaging workbook designed to support children's learning in various subjects. With hundreds of activities, exercises, and games covering...

Key Skills for Kids Summer by Roger Priddy is an engaging workbook designed to support children in building on their Reception skills and preparing for Year 1. This 128-page paperback book offers a...

Backpack Explorer: Rock Hunt What Will You Find? is an exciting addition to the popular series. This fun and interactive guide takes budding geologists outside to learn about rocks, minerals,...

The survival of the sexes is a complex and enduring question. In modern societies, sex often plays a significant role in shaping a person's future. Psychologist Joyce Benenson presents a new theory...

A historical and genealogical memoir of the Moutray of Seafield and Roscobie family, tracing their lineage across Scotland, England, Ireland, and America. This work, first published in 1902, provides...