985 results for 'Armstrong, Alexander'

Bitter Crop: The Heartache and Triumph of Billie Holiday's Last YearA deeply personal and revealing portrait of one of America's most iconic musicians, this book explores the tumultuous final year of...

Lin-Manuel Miranda presents his hit musical in a stripped-back format, featuring ten songs from Hamilton with just chords and lyrics. This collection is designed for musicians of all levels, offering...

Dorothy Forster's life at Bamburgh Hall is marked by turmoil and secrets. As tensions rise in 1715, she finds herself caught between warring factions, with the fate of the country hanging in the...

Granta 163: Best of Young British Novelists 5 celebrates the twenty most significant writers under forty working in the UK in 2023. This anthology brings together a diverse group of emerging voices,...

The Boy Who Cried Bear by Kelley Armstrong is a gripping mystery that unfolds in the secluded town of Haven's Rock. When a young resident's claim of a bear stalking a hiking party sparks alarm,...

Custer's Trials: A Life on the Frontier of a New America by T.J. Stiles is a magisterial biography that challenges the conventional image of George Armstrong Custer, revealing a complex and...

The Ventoux: A Mountain of Suffering and Sacrifice The French call Mont Ventoux 'the killer mountain', a name that has been earned through the tragic death of Tom Simpson in 1967. This infamous climb...

Elena Michaels has finally found a sense of control over her life as a werewolf. But when she sets off to Alaska with her partner Clay, they are drawn into a mystery involving a series of gruesome...

Chloe Saunders just wants to live a normal life. She's looking forward to getting through school, making friends and maybe meeting someone special. But when she starts seeing ghosts, she knows that...

Discover the rich and soulful world of jazz with A Child's Introduction to Jazz. This interactive journey takes you through the history of jazz, from its roots in Africa and New Orleans to its...

The story of black music in America is one of triumph over adversity. From Louis Armstrong's confrontation with President Eisenhower to James Brown's complicated relationships with politicians, this...

Bob Hoover's remarkable story is one of thrilling aerial exploits, daring escapes, and a lifetime of flight. In Forever Flying, he shares the inside story of his adventures as a barnstormer, World...

David Baldacci's tender and absorbing novel, One Summer, tells the story of a family rebuilding itself after being torn apart by grief.When Jack Armstrong, an ex-war veteran, is given only weeks to...

Lucky Armstrong's life has been a wild ride. After pulling off a daring heist with her boyfriend, she's forced to start anew, but everything that can go wrong does. Just when she thinks she's got it...

Israel Armstrong, a quiet and introspective soul, finds himself stranded in Ireland with a mystery to solve. A librarian with a passion for literature, Israel has been left without his library and is...

A new young adult psychological thriller by #1 NYT bestselling author Kelley Armstrong. Blythe and her friends have always been a tight-knit group, but an act of violence has caused a rift between...

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is back with a new mystery. When a friend's daughter suddenly turns away, Mma Ramotswe is concerned. Meanwhile, several women in the area are under the spell of a...

The First 100 Chords for Guitar by Joseph Alexander is a comprehensive guide for guitarists of all levels. This book takes you from the most basic chords to more advanced voicings, with a focus on...

A Conspiracy of Friends is the latest instalment in Alexander McCall Smith's popular series. Life in London's Pimlico neighborhood continues to be never dull for its residents, as they navigate their...

Borderline Personality Disorder: A Guide for the Newly DiagnosedA comprehensive introduction to borderline personality disorder, this guide provides an easy-to-read overview of the condition, its...

Imogen Quinn has big dreams and an even bigger heart. She's passionate about creating a pride festival that's accessible to everyone, and she needs help making it happen. That's when she enlists the...

Pushkin's most famous poems are presented in this insightful edition, with word-by-word translation displayed side by side on separate pages. Russian words are labeled with stressed syllables in bold...

Boost your fitness and flexibility with gentle exercises tailored to arthritis. This illustrated collection provides a balanced approach to movement, rest, and relaxation, helping you manage pain and...

Payback Time by Caz Finlay is the latest instalment in the gripping Bad Blood series. When a rival gang challenges the Carters, it's clear that Connor Carter and Jake Conlon will have to fight for...

The Complete Guide to Playing Blues Guitar Book Two - Melodic Phrasing by Joseph AlexanderDeveloping your own unique voice is key to standing out as a blues guitarist. While learning the licks and...

In a Time of Distance And Other Poems by Alexander McCall Smith is a poignant collection that reflects on life's importance during challenging times. Written at the start of the global pandemic, this...

The Queen of Spades is a chilling tale by Alexander Pushkin, featuring a countess with a card trick, love letters filled with deception, and a desperate man with a pistol. This Little Clothbound...

A comprehensive visual reference of the fighting men of Ancient Greece and their neighbours and enemies in the Ancient World is presented in this detailed study. The book offers a concise overview of...

Tales from Russian Folklore: New Translation A comprehensive collection of classic Russian tales, presented in a brand new translation, awaits readers. Alexander Afanasyev's eight-volume work,...

Sait Faik Abasiyanik's A Useless Man is a captivating collection of lyrical stories that explore the interior lives of strangers in Istanbul. The author's fiction delves into the complexities of life...

Forging Kingdoms is the fifth book in a sprawling epic series that explores the aftermath of Alexander the Great's untimely death. As his empire crumbles, five kingdoms emerge from the ashes, each...

A charming collection of music for children, this album is one of several works by Russian composer Alexander Grechaninov. Written for beginners, it makes an excellent choice for those starting their...

The Translators Revived: A Biographical Memoir of the Authors of the English Version of the Holy Bible by Alexander Wilson M'Clure. This biographical memoir is considered culturally important and...

Set against the backdrop of World War II, There's No Home is a poignant exploration of friendship, loyalty and love. Based on Alexander Baron's own experiences with the Eighth Army in Italy, this new...

Miranda Moon's love life has been a series of unfortunate events. A crude love spell has left her with a string of disastrous dates, and she's starting to think that writing is her only escape. But...

The Crossover: A Graphic Novel by Kwame Alexander A dynamic graphic novel about two brothers who are kings on the court, but their lives are about to change in unexpected ways. With a passion for...

Alexander Kent's Sloop of War is a gripping maritime pacey read that will keep you enthralled from start to finish. Set against the backdrop of the American War of Independence, this novel follows...

The Family by Mario PuzoIn fifteenth-century Italy, a new golden age was unfolding, but with power and wealth came a deadly game of scheming and plotting. The Borgias, a tight-knit family led by Pope...

Discover the 100 moments that defined humanity and shaped our world forever. From Genghis Khan's domination on earth to Armstrong's first steps on the moon, Neil Oliver takes us on a whistle-stop...

A beautiful young social-media star goes missing in the midst of a scorching summer. Violet Armstrong's disappearance sparks a media frenzy and puts pressure on DI Meg Dalton to find her before...

Gwen Collingwood's world is turned upside down when she drops her husband at the railway station in July 1940. Just two days later, her quiet English seaside town is subjected to its first heavy...

Rancid Every Album Every Song is a comprehensive guide to the music of Rancid, one of the most enduring punk rock bands. Formed in 1991 by childhood friends Tim Armstrong and Matt Freeman, the duo's...

Alexander McCall Smith's latest novel explores the complexities of love and relationships through the eyes of Isabel Dalhousie, a woman who seems to attract philosophical problems wherever she goes...

The Story of the Greeks is a comprehensive and engaging history of ancient Greece, presented through the stories of its people and the significant events that shaped their world.From the legendary...

And the Next Question Is - Powerful Questions for Sticky Moments (Revised Edition) by Rachel Alexander and Julia M. L. Russell is a practical guide to using powerful questions in coaching and...

This stunning collection of poetic tributes celebrates the legacies of twenty famed poets from around the world. Newbery Award-winning author and poet Kwame Alexander, along with Chris Colderley and...

Niccoláo Machiavelli's life is often shrouded in myth and misconception. This biography sets out to reveal the man behind the legend, tracing his journey from childhood to exile. Alexander Lee...

Alexander Irvine's memoir, My Lady of the Chimney Corner, is a poignant tribute to his mother's unwavering love and resilience. Born into poverty in 1863, Irvine recounts the struggles of his early...

Refuge: Transforming a Broken Refugee System offers a new vision for responding to the European refugee crisis. Alexander Betts and Paul Collier argue that institutions created in the post-war era...

For anyone looking to take on the iconic 26.2-mile distance, Vassos Alexander shares his own journey and offers practical advice on how to succeed.From the first tentative steps to the finisher's...

The Guitar Finger Gym by Simon Pratt and Joseph Alexander is a concise guide to improving your guitar technique. This practical book focuses on building a solid foundation of clean, usable playing...

The Sassanian Empire: A New Persian History. In 330 BCE, Alexander the Great's vast empire began to fragment, giving rise to a new power in the region - the Sassanian Empire. This history explores...

Curl up with this heartwarming novel about a woman who's trying to move on from her past. After a long-term relationship ends, Bea Armstrong returns home to Sherwood Forest for Christmas, only to...

Taylor Armstrong's story is one of survival and self-discovery. After nearly six years of marriage, she found herself lost without the control that her husband had imposed on her. This experience of...

Kevin Armstrong's story is one of serendipity and rock 'n' roll. In the early 80s, he found himself signed to EMI as a solo artist, but fate had other plans. A chance studio date with an unnamed star...

The Birth of Pop: A Story of Sound and Style. From the invention of the 78 rpm record in the late nineteenth century to the beginnings of rock, pop music's formative years are brought to life in...

Lady Eleanor Swift's summer in the south of France was supposed to be one of leisure and relaxation. Instead, she found herself embroiled in a murder mystery when her butler, Clifford, discovered a...

Twelve essays by leading art historians explore the diverse approaches to understanding Manet's A Bar at the Folies-Bergère. Each contributor applies their preferred methodology, from traditional to...

Squeeze Me is a hilarious new novel from Carl Hiaasen, one of the world's funniest novelists. Set against the glittering backdrop of Florida's gold coast, this satirical tale follows the events that...

A detailed history of 0-6-0 tender locomotives built by the Great Western Railway and its successors is presented in this comprehensive volume. From early broad gauge engines to the Collett 2251...

Alexander von Humboldt's Personal Narrative of a Journey to the Equinoctial Regions of the New Continent is a seminal work of exploration and scientific discovery. Between 1799 and 1804, Humboldt...

This powerful ode to black history celebrates the strength and bravery of everyday people and the grit, passion, and perseverance of some of the world's greatest artists, athletes, and activists...

This gripping naval adventure from Alexander Kent is set against the backdrop of 1793 and the gathering storm of revolutionary France. As Britain prepares to face another bloody war, Richard Bolitho...

Colonel Aaron Burr, Vice-President of the United States, shot and killed Alexander Hamilton in a duel in 1804. In this historical novel, Gore Vidal challenges the common perception of Burr as a...

Explore the rich classical heritage of ancient Greece and Rome with Mary Beard, one of the world's leading classicists. In this thought-provoking series of essays, she delves into the traditions,...

Guitar Looping - The Creative Guide by Kristof Neyens and Joseph Alexander is a comprehensive guide to mastering looping with a wealth of creative ideas and cool licks and riffs.With the help of...

The Exquisite Art of Getting Even by Alexander McCall Smith is a collection of four tales that explore the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions.From the island of...

The Forbidden Tomb (the Hunters 2) by Chris Kuzneski is an action-packed thriller that follows an elite team as they embark on a perilous quest to uncover the legendary tomb of Alexander the Great...

The Complete Guide to Playing Blues Guitar Book Three - Beyond Pentatonics by Joseph Alexander Discover the secret notes that make your blues guitar playing truly special. This comprehensive guide...

Discover your royal heritage with this in-depth family history. Reverend Francis Marbury's descendants are connected to some of Europe's most influential monarchs, including William the Conqueror and...

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency is faced with a new challenge when the owner of the local football team comes to her for help. A traitor has been identified among the players, and it's up to Mma...

The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Ryan Moore is a thought-provoking analysis of the racial biases built into the American prison system. This book examines how the...

The New Psychology of Sport and Exercise: A Social Identity Approach By S. Alexander Haslam, Katrien Fransen, and Filip Boen SAGE, 2020, Paperback, 536 pages This comprehensive textbook explores the...

A Gentleman in Moscow is a captivating novel about a man who finds himself confined to a luxury hotel, where he must navigate the complexities of his own life and the tumultuous world outside.Set...

The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Greece provides a comprehensive guide to the development of the Greeks and their impact on the ancient world. This authoritative narrative charts topics such...

Alexander Portnoy's scandalous confessions to his psychiatrist are a journey through his life, from childhood to adulthood. In this candid and humorous account, he shares his struggles with sexual...

Gypsy Jazz Guitar Soloing Etudes - Volume One by Remi Harris and Joseph AlexanderMaster authentic Gypsy jazz language with this comprehensive guide to guitar soloing. Learn 8 meticulously crafted...

Alexander Wilson's artwork brings to life the world of birds in Scots. This book celebrates his legacy by reproducing his illustrations alongside new poems written in Scots by Hamish MacDonald. The...

Reflections on Crime and Culpability: Problems and PuzzlesA comprehensive exploration of the fundamental questions in criminal law theory, this book builds upon the innovative ideas presented in...

A young hockey phenom with a polarizing social media presence and a penchant for controversy, Alexander Price is under pressure to conform to expectations. But behind the cameras, he struggles with...

Get an inside look at the Westminster Menswear Archive, a unique collection of over 120 key garments spanning 275 years.With exclusive access to these iconic pieces, this guide offers a fascinating...

Murder in the Tuscan Hills by T A Williams is a gripping mystery that whisks you away to the picturesque Italian countryside. When a body is found outside a prestigious winery, the police initially...

Jelly Roll Blues: Censored Songs and Hidden Histories by Elijah Wald Explore the hidden worlds and forbidden songs of early blues and jazz through the eyes of legendary pianist Jelly Roll Morton...

A standalone horror novel by Kelley Armstrong. Laney Kilpatrick has been renting her vacation home to strangers, a necessary evil that allows her to keep her beloved island, but it's come with a dark...

Healing Through the Vagus Nerve is a comprehensive guide to improving your mental health and everyday life by optimizing your nervous system. Recent studies have shown that 80% of mind-body...

Jan Ullrich: The Best There Never Was In 1997, Jan Ullrich announced himself to the world by dominating the first mountain stage of the Tour de France. His impressive display sent shockwaves...

Savannah Levine is no stranger to darkness and danger. As the daughter of a black witch, she's inherited a lot of power - and a healthy dose of skepticism about those who claim to wield it. When...

Twenty-one years have passed since Charlotte Booth fought to keep Ferndale Mill and her home at Windfell Manor following her traumatic first marriage. Now, she seeks only the best for their children,...

Social Defences Against Anxiety Explorations in a Paradigm by David Armstrong and Michael Rustin explores the theory of social systems as a defence against anxiety first introduced by Elliott Jaques...

The Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John Jay In 1787, three of America's greatest patriots and political theorists penned a series of letters to New York newspapers,...

For those who've lost count of their attempts to quit drinking, this book offers a practical guide to help you break free from the cycle of addiction. You'll discover uncommon steps to overcome your...

Plutarch's Lives, Volume VII: Demosthenes and Cicero, Alexander and Caesar. This volume brings together two pairs of biographies that explore the lives and characters of influential Greeks and Romans...

Lewis Latimer: The Man Behind a Better Light Bulb Discover the fascinating story of Lewis Latimer, an inventor who revolutionized the world with his innovative work. From working alongside Alexander...

Dark Ages Gangrel is the tenth novel in the Dark Ages Clan Novel Saga. Set against the turbulent backdrop of Europe following the fall of Constantinople, this series explores the struggles and power...

Borderline: A Biography of a Personality Disorder by Alexander Kriss is an intimate and compassionate exploration of Borderline Personality Disorder. The author's personal experience as a therapist,...

A Little Bit of Respect by Claire Alexander is a heartwarming story about self-awareness and respect. The Ploofers, a group of lovable characters, visit a new island where they meet the residents...

Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels is a foundational work of satire that continues to influence literature and culture today. This edition features detailed explanatory annotations, providing...

What was it really like to rule and be ruled in the Ancient Roman world? Mary Beard's latest book, Emperor of Rome, offers a fresh perspective on the Roman emperors who shaped the empire from Julius...

The Black Cauldron by Lloyd Alexander is set in a land threatened by darkness. Arawn, Lord of the Land of Death, seeks to conquer Prydain with an army of dark warriors created by the Black Cauldron...

Cain's Book by Alexander Trocchi is an unflinching account of life as a junky. Written in America during a period of intense personal struggle, this novel offers a raw and uncompromising look at the...