9908 results for 'Crane, Robert J.'

John J. Mearsheimer's Why Leaders Lie provides a systematic analysis of lying as a tool of statecraft, exploring the varieties, reasons, and potential costs and benefits of deception in international...

The Voyage of an Irish Coffin Ship: A Diary from 1847. In 1847, Robert Whyte embarked on a perilous journey aboard the 'coffin ship' Ajax, bound for Grosse Île, a Canadian quarantine station. As a...

In a galaxy where the ruthless and the desperate roam free, a select group of skilled hunters track down the most notorious outlaws for a price. Their quarry includes those who have earned notoriety...

The mysterious deaths of Marilyn Monroe and Dorothy Kilgallen are intertwined with Robert Kennedy's rise to power in 1960s America. Investigative journalist Mark Shaw uncovers a web of abuse of...

Learn music theory in a way that's familiar to electronic music producers. This book uses the MIDI grid to explain the fundamentals of music theory, making it easier to understand and apply to your...

The True Confessions of Adrian Mole Margaret Hilda Roberts and Susan Lilian Townsend is a humorous novel that follows 16-year-old Adrian as he navigates his way into adulthood. In this third...

Robert Burns' Complete Poems and Songs is a comprehensive anthology of Scotland's national poet's works. Arranged chronologically, it features both well-known and lesser-known poems that showcase...

How to Read a Book is a comprehensive guide to reading comprehension, offering a systematic approach to improving reading skills. With its unique blend of instruction and practical advice, this book...

The epic third novel in the Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas. Feyre's return to the Spring Court sets her on a perilous path of deceit and discovery. As war looms, Feyre must...

A Manual of the Writings in Middle English features two well-known legendary romances: Amis and Amiloun, Robert of Cisyle, and Sir Amadace. These stories have been widely popular throughout Europe,...

Jesse Stone faces two seemingly unrelated mysteries that threaten to destroy his small town. A star high school baseball player is found dead at the bottom of a bluff, just one day after winning the...

Volume three of The Children's Treasure Book presents a treasure trove of enchanting tales from The Arabian Nights. This beautifully illustrated collection features six captivating stories, including...

While Idaho Slept: A True Story of Murder, Media, and the Search for Truth The brutal stabbing of four University of Idaho students in November 2022 sent shockwaves through the small town of Moscow,...

Robert McG. Thomas Jr.'s obituaries were affectionately known as "McGs" among his fans, who praised his unique ability to capture the essence of fascinating lives with wit and style. With a keen eye...

Robert Smithson's writings offer a unique perspective on art and culture. First published in 1979, this collection has since been recognized as a significant contribution to contemporary artistic...

A catastrophic pandemic known as The Doom killed billions, leaving behind a world where strange powers have emerged in some survivors. Fallon Swift has no memories of the old world, but she is...

Bob Hoon, an ex-Police Scotland detective, has made himself some powerful enemies. Following his brutal search for the missing daughter of an old army colleague, he is being hunted by the Loop, a...

Ripley Todd's life is one of quiet routine. As a sheriff's deputy, she finds contentment in her work and has no trouble finding companionship when she wants it. However, there is one aspect of her...

A fiery explosion rocks a laboratory building in Paris, claiming the life of Emile Chambord. His secret research notes are destroyed in the blaze, but the devastating consequences suggest that his...

Jason Bourne's latest mission takes him into one of his most deadly and challenging situations yet. After being ambushed and badly wounded, he fakes his death and goes into hiding, only to discover...

Jason Bourne pulls a drowning man from a lake - a man not only freezing, but bleeding profusely from a gunshot wound. He wakes as an amnesiac, with no memory of who he is or why he was shot. This...

The Bourne Objective sees Jason Bourne turn the tables on his arch-nemesis Leonid Arkadin in an all-out game of cat and mouse. Their past encounters have left a trail of death and destruction, with...

The Way of the Heart: The Spirituality of the Desert Fathers and MothersThis book interweaves the solitude, silence, and prayer of the fourth- and fifth-century Egyptian Desert Fathers and Mothers...

Mia Devlin's heart was left shattered years ago when Sam Logan walked away. Now, he's back and determined to win her back. But Mia is not ready to forgive or forget. As she struggles to come to terms...

A young woman's disappearance sets off a chain reaction in the City of Angels. Karen Garcia's father is convinced that the police are not doing enough to find her, so he turns to Elvis Cole and Joe...

The story of the twentieth century is largely one of science and technology's impact on human history. At its core, however, lies a complex tale of loyalty - to country, to science, and to each other...

The Art of Starving by Sam J. Miller is a haunting and powerful novel about a young boy's desperate quest for answers. Matt's life is marked by hunger, not just for food, but for connection and...

The Ballets Russes Music, Dance, Design: A Groundbreaking Collection This book presents a unique opportunity to explore the artistic collaborations of the Ballets Russes, one of the world's most...

A former soldier and detective turned loner, Bob Hoon's life is marked by struggle. His past as a Police Scotland Detective Superintendent has left him isolated, with only a dead-end job and a whisky...

Jason Bourne's greatest enemy has been found. A secret cabal known as Severus Domna has gathered its members from around the globe to destroy him.Bourne's most trusted ally is now his deadliest foe,...

The Fine Art of Uncanny Prediction by Robert Goddard is a gripping mystery that spans seventy years. When a mysterious businessman hires private detective Umiko Wada to track down his estranged son,...

Resident Evil: A Love Letter to Horror The 1996 video game that defined the survival horror genre still thrills and terrifies players today. Pop culture writer Philip J Reed examines the game's...

When I Say No, I Feel Guilty by Manuel J. Smith Learn how to set boundaries without guilt and take control of your life with confidence. This practical guide offers techniques for asserting your...

The Poems of Robert Browning: Volume Six The Ring and the Book, Books 7-12This collection presents a selection from the original sources, variants from extant proofs, and key passages from Browning's...

Ray Kroc's story is one of revolution and transformation. As the man behind McDonald's, one of the largest fast-food corporations in the world, he has left an indelible mark on the way we live. This...

Winter has brought a sombre stillness to the land, as more than just hope has died. The western army seeks a way across the Nidwalden River, while the Fhrey homeland remains protected by the tower of...

On May 4, 1864, Ulysses Grant began his campaign to destroy Robert E. Lee's Army of Northern Virginia. With a superior force and resources, Grant aimed to crush the Confederate army rather than...

The eleventh novel in Robert Jordan's epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time, brings the Last Battle to its climax. As Tarmon Gai'don unfolds, reality itself seems to unravel, and the fate of...

Robert C. Martin's memoir-style exploration of the pioneers who shaped modern computing is a fascinating journey through the history of programming. From Charles Babbage to Dennis Ritchie, Martin...

This guide offers a simple and relaxed approach to hosting a memorable Burns Night celebration. With its suggested order of events, poems, song lyrics, and cooking tips, it's perfect for anyone...

The Fine Art of Uncanny Prediction by Robert Goddard When a former boss's death becomes a mystery, one woman must navigate a complex web of connections between past and present to uncover the truth...

The Soul's Pilgrimage - Volume 1: from Advent to Pentecost A collection of sermons by Father Robert D. Crouse, arranged to follow the principal celebrations of the Christian Year. These 47 sermons...

The loss of Robert E. Lee's Special Orders No. 191 remains one of the Civil War's enduring mysteries. In this meticulous study, Alexander Rossino presents a bold new interpretation of the evidence...

Robert Fludd's 'The Temple of Music' is a significant work in the history of music theory and philosophy. Written in 1617-18, it explores music theory, practice, and organology within the context of...

A Comparison of the Operational Leadership of General Ulysses S. Grant and General Robert E. Lee During the American Civil War by Naval War College. This book explores the operational leadership of...

Bach aficionados and classical music lovers will embark on a fascinating journey through 50 towns connected to J. S. Bach's life and works. This comprehensive guide explores the composer's...

Amelia and her Time Travelling Trainers Take a Trip with George and Robert Stephenson is an exciting tale that whisks readers away to the era of steam trains. With her ingenious time-traveling...

The Case for Jesus: The Biblical and Historical Evidence for Christ by Brant Pitre For over a century, scholars have questioned the historical truth of the Gospels, suggesting they were originally...

Joe Pike didn't expect trouble that day - he was just going to the bank. But when Isabel, a young teller, was forced into a car by two men, he had no choice but to step in. After chasing them down,...

Spenser heads to Hollywood to investigate the disappearance of a young woman with big dreams. Two years after she vanished from her apartment, Gabby Leggett's family and former boyfriend are no...

Life is full of unexpected twists and turns for Frank and Stan, the lovable duo at the heart of this hilarious and heartwarming comedy series. With their latest adventure already behind them, the...

A body is discovered at the lake in Paradise, and Police Chief Jesse Stone's life is turned upside down. The victim bears an unexpected resemblance to someone he met at an AA meeting, but no local or...

The town of Paradise is shaken to its core when the mayor's body is discovered in an open grave on a property by the lake. Initially thought to be a suicide, Jesse begins to suspect foul play,...

PI Sunny Randall's latest case hits close to home in unexpected ways. A favour owed to her landlord and former client, Melanie Joan Hall, turns into a desperate bid for protection as she's threatened...

In the aftermath of a zombie virus outbreak, China is ravaged by an estimated one billion undead, forcing survivors to seek refuge in vertically built villages and towns. Against this backdrop, three...

Quiet in Paradise is a tense thriller that brings together Jesse Stone's personal and professional lives. As he navigates his complicated relationships with ex-wife Jenn and former FBI agent Diana...

Sir Robert Filmer's Patriarchalism in Seventeenth-century Political Thought offers a fresh perspective on one of the most influential thinkers of the early modern period. Cesare Cuttica's...

Retold with a modern twist, this collection of fairy tales brings leading ladies to life in fresh and empowering ways.The authors' sibling collaboration brings new energy to classic stories...

Blackwood Institute: A Harrowing RealityConvicted murderer Brooklyn West is given a chance to escape her fate: attend the prestigious Blackwood Institute and complete its three-year experimental...

The Book of J by Harold Bloom A groundbreaking work of literary restoration, this book reveals the mysterious author behind one of the greatest narratives in all time. Scholars have long attributed...

The Collected Supernatural and Weird Fiction of Robert W. Chambers Volume 4 includes one novel, 'The Hidden Children,' and two short stories of the supernatural. This final volume in a four-part...

The Book of Life: Daily Meditations with KrishnamurtiA collection of profound reflections on the nature of suffering, fear, and the search for freedom, this book offers a unique opportunity to...

C. G. Jung's groundbreaking work on active imagination has shaped the creative art psychotherapies of today. This collection of Jung's writings, gathered together for the first time, offers a unique...

Think on These Things is a collection of talks that explore the human condition, examining the expressions of culture, education, religion, politics, and tradition. Jiddu Krishnamurti's...

Strangers to Fire: When Tradition Trumps Scripture is a collection of 35 essays edited by Robert W. Graves, President of The Foundation for Pentecostal Scholarship. The book responds to the...

Cushing's Disease in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide for Dog Owners. This book provides essential support and information for dog owners whose pets are suffering from Cushing's disease. Written by...

Discover the Beauty of Modern C++ with Expert Guidance. Beautiful C++ presents the C++ Core Guidelines from a developer's point of view, offering practical advice on writing reliable, efficient, and...

Victor Cherkashin's memoir offers a remarkable insider's view of the KGB's prolonged conflict with the CIA. Spanning four decades, his career was marked by episode and drama, from rigorous training...

J: A Novel by Howard Jacobson In this thought-provoking novel, two people fall in love without knowing their past or destination. As they navigate their relationship, they are haunted by a...

Adam Hayes thought he'd left his past behind. As a pilot bringing medical supplies to Africa, he'd found a sense of peace. But when his aircraft was attacked in Burkina Faso, that quiet life was...

A car explodes on a quiet Prague street, claiming the life of an undercover agent. As his superiors struggle to understand his mission, two Blackbriar operatives are sent to investigate. Their search...

Agile Estimating and Planning by Mike Cohn provides a practical approach to planning and estimating projects with high uncertainty. This book bridges the gap between traditional methods and Agile...

Adam Hayes has stepped away from the field for good. He's promised his wife that he won't put his life on the line again, but nothing can make him break that promise. When Abdul Nassir reaches out to...

Experience the magic of Neverland with stunning pop-ups and interactive details. Robert Sabuda brings new life to J M Barrie's beloved story, creating a treasured gift for generations to come.With a...

Jason Bourne's latest mission has turned into a deadly game. When armed gunmen storm a high-stakes meeting, their target is not the minister he impersonates, but Jason himself. Kidnapped and held...

Spenser investigates a case that hits dangerously close to home in this latest installment. Rita Fiore has been shot, and Spenser knows that family will always be protected. As one of the city's...

Robert Louis Stevenson's poetry offers a unique blend of adventure, childhood wonder, and profound human emotion. This collection brings together his most celebrated works, including nursery rhymes,...

The third book in the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas is a thrilling and sexy epic fantasy. Bryce Quinlan finds herself stranded in a strange new world, far from her home in Midgard, where...

A National Book Award-winning satire about the unchecked power of American capitalism, written more than three decades before the 2008 financial crisis. J R is set in the story of J R Vansant, an...

Jason Bourne's story continues in this gripping novel. A deadly assassin is on his trail and his former handler has been brutally murdered. With his life and family at risk, David Webb - the man...

Jason Bourne is back, but this time he's the hunted one. The latest entry in a long-running series sees Bourne facing a global trail of danger as he tries to uncover the truth about a shocking...

The Odyssey by Homer A story of adventure and perseverance, The Odyssey tells the story of Odysseus' journey home after the Trojan War. As he navigates treacherous seas and encounters a range of...

Jason Bourne is on the run. The NSA believes he controls a powerful cyber weapon devised by his old friend, General Boris Karpov, capable of penetrating America's final defence: nuclear launch codes...

Spenser investigates a series of death threats against a rising star in national politics. Carolina Garcia-Ramirez is facing her second campaign and has become a target for intimidation and violence...

Jason Bourne's latest mission takes him from the shadows of Africa to the streets of America. His only friend in the CIA, Martin Lindros, has gone missing while tracking shipments of yellowcake...

A car explosion on a quiet Prague street sets off a chain of events that exposes a web of deceit and betrayal. When an undercover agent is found dead, two Blackbriar operatives are sent to...

Jason Bourne's past is about to catch up with him. Secrets from his early days as an agent are resurfacing, threatening to upend everything he thought he knew about himself.The truth about his...

Aesop's Fables by Caroline Lawrence For centuries, Aesop's Fables have been shared and cherished by people all over the world. These timeless stories were originally told around campfires and in...

Mrs J @ Home is a heartfelt and humorous account of family life, written from the perspective of Mrs J. In this relatable and engaging book, Mrs J shares her experiences and insights on parenting and...

Treasure Island for Kids offers a fun and engaging way to experience Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story. This 3-part play is designed for groups of 7-25 actors, making it perfect for families,...

The Intel Trinity: The Human Story Behind the World's Most Important Company The story of Intel Corporation is one of innovation and genius, driven by the lives of three key figures: Robert Noyce,...

Explore the imaginative worlds of five science fiction legends with this puzzle book. Featuring enigmas, riddles and conundrums inspired by their stories and styles, you'll embark on a series of...

Robert Burns' legacy continues to captivate audiences around the world. This collection of speeches and scripts brings his life and works to life in a fresh and humorous way, making him relatable to...

A comprehensive collection of over 350 limericks is presented in this anthology. Limericks are five-line rhyming poems with a distinctive bouncy rhythm, and they can range from humorous to clever and...

The Golden Age of Science Fiction: A Revolutionary Partnership A landmark account of the extraordinary partnership between four influential writers, John W. Campbell, Isaac Asimov, Robert A...

The Greatest Speeches of Donald J. Trump This collection of President Donald J. Trump's most important speeches and words to the Nation is edited by Craig Shirley, who also wrote the introduction...

Methods of Early Golf Architecture brings together the selected writings of three pioneering golf architects: C.B. Macdonald, George C. Thomas, and Robert Hunter. These visionaries share their...

A comprehensive anthology of English poetry, featuring 150 of the most famous poems from across centuries. This remarkable collection spans from the enchanting verses of the Middle Ages to the...

A young girl's body is found in the woods, and all the evidence points to a teacher who has recently accused her of molestation. But DI Geraldine Steel is not convinced that the man they have accused...