581 results for 'Conrad Atkinson'

Rule of Darkness explores the complex relationship between Victorian literary forms and imperialist ideology. Patrick Brantlinger argues that the Empire was central to British culture, influencing...

This compact novel, completed in 1900, is a story about a young man's journey into the sailor's life. His dreams take him beyond his small town and onto the open sea, where he discovers the human...

Elizabeth Jane Howard's Long View is a deeply moving portrait of one marriage and one woman. Written with exhilarating wit, it tells the story of Antonia Fleming's relationship with her husband...

Lillian Freemont's quest to reunite with her long-lost niece Alice sets off a chain of events that exposes the harsh realities of London's streets in 1885. Armed with a gold token identifying her...

Alexander Etkind's "Internal Colonization: Russia's Imperial Experience" offers a fresh perspective on Russia's cultural history. By exploring how the Russian Empire conquered both foreign...

Lighthouse Way by Kristen Proby is an epic romance series about three friends and their journey to love. In the coastal town of Huckleberry Bay, Oregon, Luna Winchester tends to the local lighthouse...

Stephen Crane's Complete Poems offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of America's most influential writers. This collection brings together Crane's complete poems, alongside essays by...

This 2019 edition of Heart Of Darkness is a meticulously restored version of Joseph Conrad's original work. The complete text has been re-designed with professional layout, formatting and...

In 1604 Europe, superstitions ran high and guilt was assumed. Ella's life changed forever when she saved a baby from illness, drawing attention to her healing skills. As word of her abilities spread,...

Understanding the Psychic Experience A Beginners Journey to the Paranormal by Julia Conrad explores the realm of the paranormal and its connection to human experience. This book invites readers to...

Lost in Love by Emily Banting is a heartwarming lesbian romance novel set against the picturesque backdrop of Nunswick Abbey. When Anna Walker, a determined historical tour guide, clashes with her...

Galla Placidia's remarkable story has been largely forgotten in history. Yet, her life had a profound impact on the Roman Empire, helping to postpone its decline and fall. This book uses letters and...

Large Language Models: Concepts, Techniques and Applications by John Atkinson-Abutridy provides an introduction to the science and applications of Large Language Models (LLMs), which power some of...

James Atkinson's Superset Style! A Resistance Training Method For Weight Loss, Muscle Growth, Endurance and Strength Training is a comprehensive guide to achieving fitness goals. As a qualified...

Restoration is a fundamental aspect of Christian growth, influencing our relationships with God, ourselves, and others. When we allow God to restore us, shape us, and refine us into the people we...

A chilling ghost story by Susan Hill. Sir James Monmouth returns to London after years abroad, intent on uncovering the secrets of his childhood hero, Conrad Vane. As he delves deeper into Vane's...

The 18th and 19th centuries saw a profound shift in global connections, as states and regions became increasingly entangled across continents. This period marked a major transition from fleeting to...

The Uniforms of Russian Army During the Years 1825-1855 - Vol. 12 Don Cossacks, Black Sea Cossacks by Aleksandr Vasilevich Viskovatov is a comprehensive historical work that explores the clothing and...

Daughter of the Dales by Diane Allen is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and the power of love to heal old wounds. When Charlotte...

Anthony Cerami: A Life in Translational Medicine by Conrad Keating. This biography tells the story of Anthony Cerami, a leading figure in translational medicine who has made significant contributions...

The Trees is a novel by Conrad Richter that tells the story of an American family living in the wilderness at the end of the eighteenth century. Set in the land west of the Alleghenies and north of...

Teacher Appraisal Observed by Edward Conrad Wragg explores the effectiveness of teacher appraisal systems in the UK. This study, led by Ted Wragg, examines the quality of classroom practice and...

The Lazarus War: Origins Book Three of the Lazarus War by Jamie Sawyer In the final instalment of the Lazarus War series, Conrad Harris and his elite military team are tasked with a mission that...

Bayesian Analysis with Excel and R helps you unlock the full potential of statistical analysis in your work. By building on your existing Excel skills, Microsoft Excel MVP Conrad Carlberg shows you...

Exploring unity as a fruit of the gospel, this concise guide encourages Christians to stand firm in their faith and strive for biblical unity with others. Conrad Mbewe examines how understanding...

The Skinwalker Ranch has long been shrouded in mystery and terror. For centuries, Native American communities have whispered tales of the skin-walker, a malevolent spirit said to roam the land with...

In the aftermath of a Soviet-style collapse in America, a promise is made to watch over a couple with a child on the way. This vow sets Grayson on a perilous path, driven by his own severe loss and...

What You Should Know About Politics . . . But Don't is a comprehensive guide to understanding the issues that shape American politics. Jessamyn Conrad breaks down complex topics into clear,...

Duke Volume 1: Knowing is Half the Battle is a gripping paranoid conspiracy thriller set in the world of G.I. Joe and part of the Energon Universe. When a decorated officer is drawn into a conflict...

Conrad Anker's remarkable discovery on Mount Everest in 1999 sheds new light on the enduring mystery of George Leigh Mallory's disappearance in 1924.On June 8, 1924, Mallory and his climbing partner,...

Citizens: A New Way to Understand Ourselves and Thrive in the 21st Century In this groundbreaking handbook, Jon Alexander and Ariane Conrad introduce a fresh perspective on how we can survive and...

Postmodern Narrative Theory by Mark Currie provides a comprehensive exploration of how developments in literary and cultural theory have transformed our understanding of narrative. This revised...

Brett King's life was turned upside down in an instant. Once the epitome of power and success, he found himself alone with nothing but his wealth and a shattered heart. He retreated to his castle in...

The Writer as Migrant by Ha Jin explores the complex relationship between language, migration, and literature in a rapidly globalizing world. This collection of three interconnected essays brings...

European Escapes: Paris A Night, a Consequence, a Vow / Heir to a Dark Inheritance / Tempt Me by Angela Bissell, Maisey Yates, and Caitlin Crews. In these three captivating novels, love and family...

Andre Gorz A Critical Introduction by Conrad Lodziak and Jeremy Tatman is an accessible introduction to the work of a widely regarded contemporary theoretician. This book provides a comprehensive...

Joseph Conrad's collection of four stories, written between 1900 and 1902, marks a significant turning point in his literary career. In these tales, he explores the complexities of human...

The Math(s) Fix: An Education Blueprint for the AI Age is a groundbreaking book that exposes why maths education is in crisis worldwide. It argues that today's maths education is not working to...

Brian Richardson's Unnatural Voices explores the evolution of narrative voices in modern and contemporary literature. This study delves into the creation, fragmentation, and reconstitution of...

Local Government from Thatcher to Blair: The Politics of Creative Autonomy by Hugh Atkinson and Stuart Wilks-Heeg offers a detailed analysis of the structure of British local government, focusing on...

Gemma Atkinson's The Ultimate Body Plan for New Mums is a holistic fitness guide designed to help new mothers ease back into exercise and nourish themselves with the right foods. The book features a...

The Useful Idiot In 1932, Gareth Jones, a young Welsh reporter, travels to Moscow to witness the Soviet Union's great experiment. He meets American and British journalists who hail Stalin's...

The Castle of Otranto is a foundational work of Gothic fiction that tells the story of a mysterious and terrifying curse. On the eve of his wedding, Conrad, the heir to the house of Otranto, is...

Conrad Totman's comprehensive history of Japan spans from c.8000 BC to the present day, offering a broad and balanced account of the country's development. This updated edition includes new insights...

The Flags and Standards of the Russian Army During the Napoleonic War Vol.7 is a comprehensive study of the uniforms and flags used by the Russian Army from 1796 to 1801. Compiled in Saint Petersburg...

A Genealogy of Modernism: A Study of English Literary Doctrine 1908-1922 by Michael Harry Levenson explores the development of modernist literature in England during its formative years. This study...

Taming Cannibals: Race and the Victorians by Patrick Brantlinger explores the contradictions within the racist and imperialist ideology of the British Empire during the Victorian era. The idea of...

Conrad Metcalf's life is complicated by more than just his work as a private investigator. A rabbit in his waiting room and a trigger-happy kangaroo on his tail are just the beginning of his problems...

A poignant and powerful novel about two women from different worlds, brought together by tragedy. In 1970s South Africa, life under Apartheid has created a secure future for Robin Conrad, a...

The Imperial Imagination: A Study of Edwardian Imperialists and Their Creative Output. This book explores the work of writers, composers, and architects who were deeply influenced by their...

Decentering the Subject in Fiction, Film, the Visual Arts, and Electronic Media This book explores how the concept of the self has been represented and subverted across different media forms. Silvio...

Beautifully bound in real cloth, this pocket-sized edition of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness is a treasure to love and cherish. In elegant Macmillan Collector's Library style, it presents the...

American Airpower Strategy in World War II Bombs, Cities, Civilians, and Oil by Conrad C. Crane explores the moral dimension of American air strategy during World War II, focusing on the Allied...

A Mutiny of Morning: Reclaiming the Black Body from Heart of Darkness by Nikesha Breeze. Nikesha Breeze has taken the words of Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness and transformed them, making them her...

Medicine Is War explores how literature played a significant role in shaping our understanding of the relationship between humans and disease. In Victorian culture, militarism and medicine converged,...

A quiet life and real love are within reach for Jess Thompkins. A former rodeo queen turned mechanic, she's tired of being noticed for her looks alone. Dusty Walker, a poet with a secret, is the only...

The Case for Cities by Vikas Mehta, Danilo Palazzo, Conrad Kickert, Christopher Auffrey and Terry Grundy presents a compelling argument for the importance of cities in addressing social,...

Sir Simon: Super Scarer by Cale Atkinson is a humorous tale about an unlikely friendship between a professional ghost and a young boy. When Sir Simon, a seasoned haunter, arrives at his first house,...

High up in the Conrad Flats, two aspiring writers are hard at work, crafting witty words between part-time jobs. Llewellyn and Cunningham, both just twenty-one, have found a comfortable life of sorts...

Struwwelpeter Or Pretty Stories and Funny Pictures is a beloved gift edition of a story. This beautifully illustrated book has been entertaining children and parents for generations with its wildly...

Heart of American Darkness: A New Account of Imperialism in Early America A scarifying and violent portrayal of the early frontier, this book presents a fresh perspective on the complex history of...

Amy R. Wong's Refiguring Speech explores how late Victorian literature reflects and challenges the dominant ideologies surrounding speech and self-possession. Through close readings of novels by...

God and Sex Now We Get Both by Mark Whitwell, Andy Raba, and Rosalind Atkinson explores the long-standing separation between God and Sex, revealing how this division has led to pain, anxiety, and a...

Cuckoos on the Mersey. A Scream in the Darkness by Conrad Jones A gripping mystery unfolds in this latest installment of the series, where the Child Protection Team and the Police's Protecting...

Rebecca L. Walkowitz explores how modernist literary style has shaped new ways of thinking and acting beyond national boundaries. In this broad-ranging study, she argues that the expansive attitude,...

The semi-detached house, with its dual dwellings under one roof, has become synonymous with suburban identity. Similarly, the rise and fall of the British Empire have left an indelible mark on the...

Stalking the Subject: Modernism and the Animal explores the complex relationship between humans and animals in modernist literature. Drawing on philosophical ideas from Jacques Derrida and Georges...

Institutional Character: How Institutions Shape and Are Shaped by Modernist Novelists This book explores how institutions have been represented in modernist literature, from the late 19th century to...

The Wine-dark Sea is a gripping adventure novel that follows the pursuit of a heavy American privateer through the Great South Sea. The ocean's unusual color, reminiscent of Homer's famous...

Discover innovative painting and mixed-media art techniques through a rainbow of color. In Mixed Media Color Studio, you'll learn color and design ideas to boost your creative intuition. Based on...

Faith That Works: Exploring Christian Ministry in Everyday Life The Keswick Convention 2009 explored the theme of 'faith that works' - a message that challenges Christians to live out their faith in...

The Day God Played Baseball by John Henry Hardy is a heartwarming sports story about a small town's hopes and dreams. As the championship game for the Bucks County Youth Baseball League approaches,...

Dodie O'Dell's Windjammer Restaurant is bustling with business as it partners with the Etonville Little Theatre to stage a musical production under the stars. A contest has been set up to choose a...

By 2016, xenophobia had become an unstoppable force worldwide. Psychiatrist and historian George Makari embarked on a quest to uncover its origins, only to discover a series of previously untold...

The modernist bildungsroman challenges traditional notions of coming-of-age narratives. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, novels began to subvert the classical formula, instead...

The Sinking of J. Bruce Ismay: A Study in Survival and Redemption. On 14 April 1912, as the RMS Titanic sank, its owner, J. Bruce Ismay, made a choice that would haunt him for the rest of his life...

Ulrich Conrads' Programs and Manifestoes on 20th-Century Architecture offers a unique perspective on the development of modern architecture. This collection brings together influential statements...

Same Red Dirt: A Comical Memoir tells the story of Pat Conrad's unconventional journey from leaving his job in the United States to exploring Australia. Over the next thirteen months, he encountered...

The Maximum Security Book Club: A Riveting Account of Literature and Life Inside. Mikita Brottman's unique experiment in literary scholarship took place in a maximum-security men's prison outside...

Michael Jackson: The Complete Story of the King of Pop chronicles the life and career of one of music's most iconic figures. From his early days as lead singer of the Jackson 5 to his rise to...

Cultura e imperialismo es una obra fundamental que explora la relación entre la literatura y la vida en el contexto del imperialismo moderno. Publicada originalmente en 1993, esta obra de Edward W...