813 results for 'Aprile, Emanuela'

The True Soldier by Paul Fraser Collard In April 1861, Jack Lark arrives in Boston as civil war storms across America. A hardened soldier with years of experience, he joins the Union army and becomes...

The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams is an instant New York Times bestseller that has sold over 1 million copies worldwide...

The Tally Stick by Carl Nixon In April 1978, the Chamberlain family vanished from their car parked on a remote highway in New Zealand. Five days later, no signs of them remained except for two tire...

Death and the Olive Grove by Marco Vichi is set against the bleak backdrop of April 1964, when spring seems reluctant to arrive. A series of gruesome murders unfolds in Florence, leaving the police...

Norwich in the Second World War by Neil R. Storey is a new history of the city and its people during wartime events from 1939 to 1945. Using previously unpublished photographs, interviews, memoirs,...

Owen McCafferty's Agreement is a gripping dramatisation of the negotiations leading up to the Good Friday Agreement. Set against the backdrop of April 1998, this tense and powerful play brings to...

April 1945. As the Red Army prepares to launch its final assault on Berlin, German scientists near the Baltic Sea perfect a guidance system for the V2 rocket, codenamed Diamondstream. This technology...

Stranger Than Truth: 101 Favorite History Lies by Fey Osprey and Paul Dorian is a humorous take on the art of spinning history. In this collection, the authors share their own favourite fibs and...

The story of the Titanic in the words of Captain Rostron, who made a heroic decision that saved 710 lives. On 15 April 1912, the Carpathia received a distress signal from the Titanic after it struck...

The Titanic's 9 Hours to Hell: A Survivor's Story On that fateful night in April 1912, Jack Thayer, Eva Hart, and Fred Barrett faced death and survived. Their stories are woven together with those of...

The B-24 Liberator "Lady Be Good" holds a place in history as the first and only combat mission for this aircraft type. On April 4, 1943, she departed from her base on the North African coast to bomb...

Chelsea's steady ascent to football's summit has been well documented, but life wasn't always carefree at Stamford Bridge. In April 1975, Spurs beat Chelsea 2-0, condemning the Blues to Division Two...

The Carpathia: A Legendary Rescue Mission In the early hours of 15 April 1912, the Cunard steamship Carpathia received a distress call from the Titanic. Captain Arthur Rostron immediately turned the...

Ruth Linn's "Escaping Auschwitz: A Culture of Forgetting" is a historical account of one of the most pivotal moments in the Holocaust. In April 1944, Slovakian Jew Rudolf Vrba and fellow prisoner...

The 8th April 1996 was a day that Karen Sharpe had hoped to forget. Eight years later, she's still trying to cope with its aftermath. When her DS and partner is brutally murdered in a military-style...

The Last Victory of the Third Reich: Bautzen 1945 by Eduardo Manuel Gil Martínez In April 1945, as the Soviet-Polish forces advanced towards Berlin, the German army launched a final, desperate...

Behind one of the greatest tragedies in UK policing history lies a shocking political scandal. On 17 April 1984, automatic gunfire rained down on demonstrators outside the Libyan embassy in London,...

The Letters of Ernest Hemingway: Volume 4, 1929-1931 This volume of Ernest Hemingway's letters spans a pivotal period in his life and career, from April 1929 to 1931. It features many previously...

The final volume in a highly acclaimed trilogy about the Western front in World War Two. Fire & Steel covers the war's final 100 days, from late January 1945 to May 8th, 1945, when the German high...

This beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating people, extraordinary events and amazing stories that made the headlines in 1964. Discover what extraordinary chart record the Beatles...

This book is a deeply personal account of a tragedy that shook a family and a nation. In April 1993, a young man was brutally murdered on a street in south-east London, and the case that followed was...

Hélène Berr's Journal is a powerful and moving account of life under occupation. Written between April 1942 and February 1944, this diary chronicles the experiences of a young Jewish woman living in...

The Sinking of the Titanic: A Story of Disaster and Discovery On 10 April 1912, RMS Titanic set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage to New York. This "Ship of Dreams" was the largest and most...

The Belfast Blitz: The City in the War Years by Brian Barton is a comprehensive account of the devastating aerial bombardments that ravaged the city during World War II. In April 1941, the Luftwaffe...

Des Linden's memoir Choosing to Run is an inspiring account of her journey to becoming a champion runner. On April 16, 2018, she faced challenging conditions at the Boston Marathon, but instead of...

The Fw 200 Condor was first deployed over Norway in April 1940, marking its entry into combat. As German forces advanced, French airfields opened up, allowing the Condor to fly around the United...

Spring is a deeply moving and inspiring memoir about family, everyday life, and the joys and struggles that come with it. Set over the course of a single day in April, this narrative memoir follows...

Alice Fortune has always felt trapped by her circumstances. A fortune teller's warning about traveling at sea only adds to her unease as she sets sail on the RMS Titanic in April 1912. Her fiancé's...

The Berlin 1945 Battlefield Guide Part 1 - the Battle of the Oder-Neisse by David McCormack provides an in-depth exploration of the Oderfront battlefield, where the Red Army advanced on Berlin from...

Thief-taker Simon Westow is no stranger to finding stolen goods, but he's never encountered a case like this before. In April 1824, wealthy engineer Joseph Clark hires Simon to track down the men who...

A Year of Great Quotations and the Stories from History That Inspired Them By W. B. Marsh Explore the fascinating historical stories behind 366 famous quotations, one for every day of the year. From...

London, April 1882. A mysterious case from France has landed at the World's End Investigation Bureau, and private investigator Lily Raynor is intrigued. Phyllida visits the bureau to offer her...

The Emigrant's Fateful Voyage In April 1850, 276 poor British emigrants set sail from Plymouth bound for Australia, unaware of the horrors that awaited them. For four grueling months at sea, they...

The Extraordinary Tale of the Castle Yard Riot Knaresborough, 1865 by Jt Glew In April 1866, eleven men from Knaresborough were sentenced to three months imprisonment with hard labour for their role...

Stravinsky's ballet score for The Firebird was a pivotal moment in his career, premiering in Paris in 1910. However, it wasn't until 1919 that a suitable concert suite was arranged for a normal-sized...

Simplified E-Z Play Today versions of the biggest hits of the '30s are featured in this collection of 100 songs. These arrangements are designed to be easy to play and enjoy, making them perfect for...

Lale Sokolov, a Slovakian Jew, was forcibly transported to Auschwitz-Birkenau in April 1942. He was assigned the role of a tattooist, tasked with permanently marking his fellow prisoners. Over two...

The Jam Every Album, Every Song From their debut single 'In The City' in April 1977, to their final release 'Beat Surrender' in November 1982, The Jam's career was marked by rapid growth and critical...

The Death Zone by Matt Dickinson In April 1996, a devastating storm struck Mount Everest, claiming the lives of eight climbers from around the world. Against all odds, film-maker Matt Dickinson and...

The Waffen-SS Dutch, Belgian, and Danish Volunteers is a detailed account of the lesser-known units that fought alongside the German military during World War II. Drawing on rare photographs, this...

Liam Lynch To Declare a Republic is the first comprehensive biography of one of Ireland's most significant figures in nearly four decades. Published ahead of the centenary of his death, aged just 30,...

Jane Austen's Persuasion Screenplay is a critically acclaimed drama that tells the story of Anne Elliot. Eight years after she refused the love of her life, Frederick Wentworth returns from the sea,...

The Story of HX231, a Turning Point in the Battle of the Atlantic In April 1943, Commander Peter Gretton led the escort of convoy HX231 during the Battle of the Atlantic. This was a pivotal moment in...

The Bounty Mutiny by William Bligh and Edward Christian In April 1789, a dramatic confrontation took place near the island now known as Tonga. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of one of...

The Liberation of Belsen, 1945 is a powerful and dramatic narrative that explores one of the most pivotal moments in medical history. In April 1945, British troops entered Bergen-Belsen concentration...

The Imjin River Fall of the Glosters to the Armistice is a detailed account of the pivotal events in Korea from April 1951 to July 1953. In this period, the Chinese Sixty-third Army clashed with...

Susan Elkin's personal account of her husband's battle with Alzheimer's is a heart-wrenching exploration of love, loss and the devastating impact of this debilitating disease. Diagnosed in April...

Arif Naqvi and his Abraaj Group were pioneers of private sector impact investment in emerging markets. Their approach was simple: private money invested to build resilient economies, improving...

Dr. Richard Sommers' Challenges of Command in the Civil War presents six decades of study distilled into two volumes, focusing on "Civil War Generals and Generalship" in this first installment.This...

The Combat History of Sturmpanzer-Abteilung 217 is a detailed account of the only Sturmpanzer IV equipped unit to see action on the western front. Formed in May 1944, this battalion fought in several...

The Jugger A Parker Novel by Richard Stark A master of crime writing, Richard Stark crafts a gripping tale of loyalty and deception. Parker, a ruthless and intelligent thief, is hired by a geriatric...

Set in 16th-century Warwickshire, Maggie O'Farrell's novel explores the complex and passionate life of a family. A natural healer, Agnes Hathaway, meets William Shakespeare, a Latin tutor, and they...

The Federalist Papers is a collection of 85 articles and essays written to promote the ratification of the United States Constitution. The Federalist Papers are notable for their opposition to the...

Restored to its former glory, this collection brings together Flash Gordon's earliest adventures on the mysterious planet Mongo. From the early days of Alex Raymond's iconic strip, featuring Dale...

Courage for the Cornish Girls by Betty Walker is a heartwarming historical fiction novel that explores the lives of three women during World War II. In April 1942, enemy gunfire on Penzance beach...

The 21 Escapes of Lt Alastair Cram is a gripping account of one man's unwavering determination to survive against all odds. In November 1941, Lt Alastair Cram was taken prisoner in North Africa,...

Timothy McVeigh's actions on April 19, 1995, were a pivotal moment in American history. In this book, acclaimed journalist Jeffrey Toobin examines the events leading up to the Oklahoma City bombing...

Jason Lewis recounts his remarkable journey as he attempts to circumnavigate the globe using only human power. His pedal-powered boat Moksha faces numerous challenges, including treacherous waters...

The IDW Collection Volume 15 brings together the complete Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stories in recommended reading order. This collection includes one-shots, crossovers, and event series, offering...

The Titanic's final hours are meticulously documented in this real-time account of one of the greatest dramas of twentieth century history. On 15th April 1912, at 2:20am, the ship plunged 12,000 feet...

George Blake's remarkable story is at the heart of this gripping account of the Berlin Tunnel and the greatest conspiracy of the Cold War. Steve Vogel masterfully weaves together the intricate...

The Troubled Tour: South Africa in England 1960 A tour that was far from ordinary, marked by controversy and historical significance. In April 1960, the Springboks arrived in England just weeks after...

The Unseen Falklands War by Nick Van Der Bijl In April 1982, the UK launched a major military operation to retake the Falkland Islands and South Georgia from Argentine occupation. This was one of the...

Discover 35 graded day walks in Spain's stunning Catalunya-Girona Pyrenees region. This guidebook offers a range of routes for all abilities, from easy strolls to more demanding hikes, and can be...

The Wrightbus, StreetDeck by David Barrow Hardcover, 120 pages, published April 2023. The origins of Wrightbus date back to 1946, when Robert Wright & Son Coachbuilders was founded in Northern...

Feeling Boo A Picture Book by Alex Boniello and April Lavalle is a charming story about friendship and mental health. When Ollie wakes up feeling "boo", his friend Ellie tries everything to cheer him...

The Japanese Surrender in World War II by Marc Gallicchio A pivotal moment in modern history was sealed on September 2, 1945, aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay. The formal surrender marked the end...

Futurism & Europe: A New World Aesthetic explores the connections between this Italian movement and other European avant-gardes from 1912 to 1939. This comprehensive study examines the...

Discover the lesser-known Italian Spaghetti Westerns that were often overlooked in favour of more famous films. This collection brings together some of the most bizarre and entertaining titles from...

The Girls They Left Behind by Lilian Harry is set against the backdrop of wartime Britain. In 1940, as the Blitz looms over the country, the lives of working-class families in April Grove are put to...

The Gnostic New Age explores the enduring legacy of a countercultural spirituality that forever changed the practice of Christianity. This movement proposed that human beings are manifestations of...

Freeman Dyson's letters to his students offer a unique glimpse into the life and wisdom of a renowned physicist. Over nearly three decades, he shared stories from his experiences, discussing topics...

For a lifelong supporter, there's no greater thrill than watching his team play at an iconic stadium. Martin Strong recounts the story of one such fan's journey to Wembley Stadium, from a childhood...

Sgt. Ed Eaton's story is one of unexpected heroism and sacrifice. In 1969, at the age of 19, he enlisted in the US Army with ambitions to become a combat medic. Instead, he found himself in the...

The Abc Rail Guide 2024 is the most comprehensive and accurate single volume reference source on the contemporary railway scene. Thoroughly revised for its regular April publication date, this annual...

The SAS are called in to rescue hostages from a terrorist-held embassy. On 30 April 1980, six well-armed terrorists seized the Iranian Embassy in London, taking 19 Iranian nationals and four British...

Graeae Plays 1: New Plays Redefining Disability brings together six innovative plays that challenge and redefine our understanding of disability. This groundbreaking collection is introduced by Dame...

The Port Arthur Massacre: A True Crime Investigation On April 28th, 1996, a lone gunman walked into a crowded café at the historic museum site in Port Arthur, opening fire with a semi-automatic...

Beatrice likes the dark. She enjoys black clothes, graveyard picnics, and a sky full of stars. Her sister, Roo, prefers the light, liking bright clothes, picking strawberries, and hot, sunny days...

A chilling last testament sets the tone for this gripping historical mystery. In April 1831, Gus Landor, a retired police constable, is summoned to West Point to investigate a gruesome murder. A...

The air-sea offensive supporting the ground-force invasions of Iwo Jima and Okinawa in February and April 1945 was a pivotal moment in the Pacific War. This study explores the air-sea aspects of...

The Katyn Massacre: A Story of Survival and Truth In April-May 1940, the Soviet regime committed one of the most heinous crimes of World War II, killing nearly 22,000 Polish prisoners of war. For...

The Rwanda Crisis: A Historical Perspective on Genocide In April 1994, the small African nation of Rwanda was thrust into international attention as it descended into genocide. However, this tragic...

At 01:23:40 on April 26th 1986, Alexander Akimov's decision to press the emergency shutdown button at Chernobyl's fourth nuclear reactor had far-reaching consequences. This event would lead to the...

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's encounter with a starling on May 27th, 1784, is a fascinating story that has captivated music lovers for centuries. According to his journal, the bird sang an improved...

The Battle of Shiloh: A Captivating Guide to the Bloodiest Battle of the American Civil War The Battle of Shiloh was one of the bloodiest battles of the US Civil War, fought along the Tennessee River...

Revision Workbook for BTEC National Information Technology Units 1 and 2, 2nd edition. This workbook provides hassle-free hands-on practice for the externally assessed units, helping students build...

The first flight of the Space Shuttle Columbia was a groundbreaking moment in space exploration, marking the culmination of decades of development and innovation. On April 12, 1981, the shuttle, a...

Astrological Transits: A Beginner's Guide to Using Planetary Cycles to Plan and Predict Your Day, Week, Year (or Destiny) Discover how to harness the power of planetary cycles to navigate life's...

The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour and Yellow Submarine is the latest installment in the Beatles Album Series by renowned historian Bruce Spizer. This book explores the Beatles' creative output from...

The Rescue of Bat 21 by Darrel D. Whitcomb is a gripping account of one man's life against all odds during the Vietnam War. In April 1972, Air Force navigator Iceal "Gene" Hambleton parachuted into...

The Hillsborough Disaster In Their Own Words by Mike Nicholson is a powerful and poignant account of one of the darkest days in British sporting history. On 15 April 1989, a human crush at the...

The Carnation Revolution: A New Perspective on Portugal's 1974 Uprising On April 25th, 1974, a sudden and dramatic shift took place in Portugal as fascist Estado Novo government was overthrown by the...

April 1945 marked a desperate hour for one of Europe's most iconic institutions: the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. As Allied bombs rained down, its prized white Lipizzaner stallions were scattered...

Hardcover, 320 pages, published April 2023. This candid and humorous memoir takes readers on a journey through four decades of love, loss, and self-discovery. Christina Ford shares intimate insights...

Glasgow Rangers began 1986 in a difficult position, struggling to secure fifth place in a 10-team league. However, everything changed on Tuesday, 8 April 1986. Graeme Souness, fresh from his success...

The Vicious Prince Special Edition Print by Rina Kent is a new adult romance novel that tells the story of Teal Van Doren, a woman with a reputation for being deadly to those in positions of power...

The Balkan Wars 1912-13: A Priming Charge for the Great War In April 1912, the Balkan states formed an alliance to break free from the Ottoman Empire. This military campaign, which would become a...

As the Civil War begins in April 1861, a rebel officer's murder in a Charleston graveyard sets off a complex web of intrigue. Former police inspector turned Confederate officer, Major Hugo Legare, is...