581 results for 'Machacek, Anton'

James McConkey's To a Distant Island is a deeply moving and exquisitely written account of Anton Chekhov's remarkable journey to Sakhalin, a penal colony off the coast of Siberia. In 1890, at just...

Twilight of the Romanovs: A Photographic Odyssey Across Imperial Russia brings to life the lives of the tsars and their subjects through rare archival photographs. Spanning from 1855 to 1918, this...

The Nazi Genocide of the Roma Reassessment and Commemoration by Anton Weiss-Wendt provides a critical analysis of the persecution of the Roma in Nazi-dominated Europe. Through detailed case studies,...

Passion heats up in Paradise, Alaska, for two people who couldn't be more different. Marnie Anton, a sensible Los Angeles lawyer, is drawn into a matchmaking project that promises to bring city girls...

The Spiritualist Prime Minister Volume 1: Mackenzie King and the New Revelation by Anton Wagner presents a fascinating exploration of former Canadian Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King's...

The Ballets Russes was a ballet company like no other, driven by the unique vision of its founder Sergei Diaghilev. This book brings to life the stories and experiences of those who were part of this...

Birds: An Anthology by Jaqueline Mitchell This anthology celebrates the beauty and diversity of birds, bringing together poetry and prose from around the world. From the intricate nests of...

Learn Russian with Chekhov's Little Trilogy Interlinear Russian to English is an ideal resource for those looking to learn the language through reading. This book features three short stories by...

Johann Nepomuk Hummel's Trumpet Concerto in E-flat major is a renowned work for trumpet and orchestra. Composed in 1804, it was originally written in the key of E-major, but is now commonly performed...

The Brian Jonestown Massacre's story is one of anarchic rock and roll, marked by psychedelic output and chaotic live shows. Emerging in the San Francisco underground of the mid '90s, they defied the...

Vargamae Volume I of the Truth and Justice Pentalogy by Anton Hansen Tammsaare tells the story of Andres, an Estonian peasant who purchases a smallholding in a marshy part of the country. His life is...

24 Favorite One Act Plays brings together two dozen dramas by some of the most renowned playwrights of the last century. This collection features works by notable writers such as Anton Chekhov, Noel...

The Lady With the Little Dog and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov In his final years, Chekhov produced some of his most renowned stories, which continue to be celebrated for their poignant insight into...

Fritz Lang's 'M' (1931) is widely regarded as one of the most enduring films of world cinema. A key work in Lang's oeuvre, it has been celebrated for its striking performances and thought-provoking...

The Manual: What Women Want and How to Give it to Them by W. Anton is a guide that challenges conventional dating advice and offers a fresh approach to understanding women's attraction.This book...

Three Sisters, a play by Anton Chekhov, is a poignant exploration of hope and its consequences. Following their father's death, Olga, Masha, and Irina find themselves feeling culturally,...

The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories is a poignant collection of short fiction from Anton Chekhov, translated by Constance Garnett. In these stories, love, relationships, and the human condition...

The Devil's Notebook is a thought-provoking collection of writings by Anton LaVey, founder of The Church of Satan. LaVey's observations on human nature, self-deceit, and the power of the human mind...

Kerry Wendell Thornley was a complex figure of the 1960s counterculture. A writer, philosopher, and prankster, he was linked to various fringe elements of the time. His life was marked by a series of...

Fleshing Out: Uncovering the Secrets of Skull & Bones This book chronicles the inner workings of Yale University's Skull & Bones society, revealing a world of espionage, drug smuggling, and elitism...

A Nobel Laureate's Perspective on Quantum Reality Anton Zeilinger takes readers on a journey through the world of quantum physics, exploring entanglement, teleportation, and the nature of reality...

Beethoven as I Knew Him by Anton Schindler and Donald W. MacArdle is a unique biography that offers an intimate view of one of history's greatest musical geniuses. Written from the perspective of...

Rhetorics of Belonging: Nation, Narration and Israel/Palestine by Anna Bernard explores how Palestinian and Israeli writers respond to expectations about their work, challenging debates about the...

Five masterful dramatic works from one of the world's best-loved playwrights are collected in this Penguin Classics edition. Anton Chekhov's plays offer a new sort of drama that lays bare the...

Anton Chekhov's Forty Stories is a masterful collection of short fiction that showcases the author's unique ability to reveal the complexities of human experience. Spanning his entire career, these...

Sexus Botanicus: A Rich Exploration of Plant Sexuality Discover the fascinating world of plant reproduction and diversity in this richly illustrated book. From the fig-tree to the sacred lotus,...

Ward No. 6 and Other Stories is a unique collection of four novellas by Anton Chekhov, presented in Constance Garnett's timeless translations. These stories explore themes of work, connection with...

San's life is marked by painful vulnerability and uncertainty. Haunted by her past, she struggles to connect with others in 1990s South Korea. When she finds work at a flower shop in Seoul's city...

Discover America's Most Cold-Blooded Killers In the darkest corners of American history, a series of gruesome murders has been committed by individuals who have evaded public attention. This...

In eleventh-century France, a remarkable woman's life is about to take a dramatic turn. Miriam, the middle child of Salomon ben Isaac, a renowned Talmudic authority, has grown into a determined and...

The Cherry Orchard is a poignant play by Anton Chekhov, written in 1903 and widely regarded as one of his greatest dramatic accomplishments. Set against the backdrop of Russia's social and financial...

The Cambridge Companion to Bruckner provides an in-depth exploration of the life and works of Anton Bruckner. This comprehensive guide delves into the Austrian composer's background, career as church...

The Brute and Other Farces by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov presents seven minor masterpieces in lively translations that have been widely acclaimed for their enduring impact on contemporary theatre. This...

A gripping thriller about a coffee club that becomes embroiled in a complex web of blackmail, extortion and murder. When two members, Annie and Sue, join forces with a Cognac distiller to save his...

The Serpent and the Savior: A True Story of Occult-Level Spiritual Warfare In a dramatic and controversial account, Dave and Cheryl Bryan recount their involvement in the rescue of a woman from...

In the dark, treacherous world of San-Er's deadly games, Princess Calla seeks to claim her rightful place. Five years ago, she took a vow of vengeance against the monarchy that wronged her family...

Depeche Mode's seventh studio album 'Violator' is widely regarded as the band's creative highpoint. Recorded between May and September 1989, the album was marked by an adventurous and highly...

A poignant portrayal of rural life, Uncle Vanya explores the complexities of relationships and the ennui of provincial existence. When an elderly professor's glamorous second wife, Yelena, visits...

This anthology brings together some of the world's finest short fiction, featuring writings by great masters such as Anton Chekov, Rudyard Kipling, and F. Scott Fitzgerald.Each story has been...

The Hidden Order of Art: A Study in the Psychology of Artistic Imagination by Anton Ehrenzweig explores the complex relationship between art and psychology. This book delves into highly theoretical...

A collection of time travel short stories brings together tales from across the ages, featuring both classic and contemporary authors. From H.G.Wells to Edward Page Mitchell, these stories have...

The Cherry Orchard: A Savage Examination of Theatre and History In this bilingual edition, Guillermo Calderón's powerful play is presented in both its original Spanish and English translation. Set...

The Trans-Mongolian Express is set against the backdrop of the Soviet Union's precarious state in the aftermath of Chernobyl's meltdown. American radiation scientist Lara finds herself drawn back...

The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce has been a driving force behind British social reform for nearly three centuries. From its humble beginnings in an...

Sakhalin Island is a deeply personal and thought-provoking work by Anton Chekhov, written during his ill-fated journey to the penal colony in 1890. This collection of fully annotated translations...

Burning Rose by Kirsty Archer is a New Adult romantasy that offers a fresh take on Shifters. This slow-burn enemies-to-lovers romance features spicy scenes and a diverse cast of characters, set...

Peggy Guggenheim was a woman of contradictions - a millionaire with a penchant for the macabre, an art patron who defied convention. After her father's tragic loss at sea, she inherited a small...

The Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce has been a driving force behind British social reform for nearly three centuries. From its humble beginnings in a coffee...

Discover the tiny lifeforms that have shaped our planet's history and hold the key to its future. Planet of Microbes explores the fascinating world of microbes, from their origins as Earth's first...

William Dampier: A Life of Exploration and Adventure Born with few advantages, William Dampier's determination to explore the world led him to achieve remarkable feats. As a self-taught geographer,...

Karl Philipp Moritz At the Fringe of Genius by Mark Boulby is a comprehensive study of the German novelist and multi-faceted modern writer. This biography and critical analysis explores Moritz's...

Tracing historical constructions of adolescence and their role in maintaining social order, James E. Cote and Anton L. Allahar argue that young people today constitute one of the most disadvantaged...

A haunting and powerful novel from Louise Erdrich, winner of the National Book Award for Fiction. In this stunning portrait of life on a North Dakota reservation, Evelina Harp learns about a horrific...

Dogs Their Fossil Relatives and Evolutionary History by Xiaoming Wang and Richard H. Tedford is a comprehensive study of the evolutionary history of the Canidae family, spanning 40 million years. The...

A History of Marxist Psychology: The Golden Age of Soviet Science by Anton Yasnitsky offers an in-depth exploration of 20th century Russian psychology. This collection of essays provides a...

The Plague of Doves A Novel by Louise Erdrich In the small town of Pluto, North Dakota, a decades-old mystery still lingers. The unsolved murder of a farm family has left an indelible mark on the...

The Rolling Stones 1972 50th Anniversary Edition by Amelia Davis is a stunning collection of photographs and exclusive essays celebrating one of rock 'n' roll's most iconic moments. In 1972,...

Alive in the Writing explores the intersection of literature and ethnography through the life and work of Anton Chekhov. Anthropologist and novelist Kirin Narayan examines Chekhov's writings,...

Throw Your Voice Suspended Animations in Kazakhstani Childhoods by Meghanne Barker explores the complexities of displacement and its effects on children's lives. Set against the backdrop of a...

Welfare for Markets: A Global History of Basic Income explores the concept of a government paying its citizens to keep them out of poverty. This idea, now known as basic income, has been debated for...

Flamenca by Anton M. Espadaler is a 192-page paperback novel that explores themes of love, freedom, and the pursuit of pleasure. Written in a style inspired by traditional troubadour poetry, this...

This study explores the development of the short story genre between 1870 and 1925, examining how authors from different continents created successful narratives within strict conventions. Florence...

Roxy Paine Dioramas offers a unique perspective on contemporary art and its relationship with modern culture. First published in 2021, this volume presents the first in-depth look at American artist...

Lena has lived in the jungle with her mother for as long as she can remember. Their home is surrounded by vibrant colours and teeming with danger. Lena's only other friend was Isabella, who used to...

The Journeying Moon Sailing Into History by Ernle Bradford In 1943, Ernle Bradford's twenty-first birthday was spent in Egypt, serving in the Royal Navy during World War II. A chance encounter with...

Putin's Russia and the Falsification of History is a thought-provoking examination of how history is used in contemporary Russia to promote a particular ideology. Anton Weiss-Wendt argues that the...

Chekhov Becomes Chekhov: The Emergence of a Literary Genius By Bob Blaisdell, published by Pegasus Books in 2022. A revelatory portrait of Anton Chekhov's life during his most extraordinary artistic...

The Parrot in the Mirror: How Evolving to be Like Birds Made Us Human by Antone Martinho-Truswell. Our species is often thought to be unique, but a closer look at our evolutionary history reveals...

The Eighty Years War, 1568-1648 A pivotal moment in world history, the Eighty Years War was a long and complex struggle for liberty and self-determination in the Netherlands. In 1568, the Seventeen...

Parkett No. 69: A Collaboration of Visionary Artists This special issue of Parkett magazine brings together three leading artists - Francis Alÿs, Isa Genzken, and Anish Kapoor - in a unique...

A Magical Girl Retires by Park Seolyeon is a thought-provoking novel that reimagines the magical girl genre in a contemporary setting. When a young woman attempts to end her life, she is unexpectedly...

Anton Chekhov was born in Taganrog, Russia, and survived a difficult childhood to become a celebrated physician and writer. His short fiction redefined the genre with its formal innovations and...

Sophia Parnok: A Forgotten Voice in Russian Poetry In 1895, Anton Chekhov wrote to his publisher, expressing discomfort with the topic of lesbian love. This sentiment reflects the climate in which...

American soprano Bethany Beardslee's remarkable life story is told in her autobiography, I Sang the Unsingable. Born in 1925, Beardslee rose to prominence in post-war America with her unique voice...

Lena has lived in the jungle with her mother for as long as she can remember. Their home is surrounded by vibrant colours and teeming with danger. Lena's only other friend is Isabella, who used to...

The Ceramic Process: A Manual and Source of Inspiration for Ceramic Art and Design by Anton Reijnders, European Ceramic Work Centre, is a comprehensive textbook that explores the latest developments...

Relics, Shrines, and Pilgrimages: Sanctity in Europe from Late Antiquity By Antón M. Pazos The veneration of relics has played a significant role in European spirituality since Late Antiquity,...

Shadowed Souls is an anthology that explores the complexities of morality and the blurred lines between good and evil. This dark and gritty collection features short stories from four acclaimed...

The Populist Moment: The Left After the Great Recession by Anton Jager and Arthur Borriello A wave of left-wing populist insurgencies swept across the West in the aftermath of the Great Financial...

The Camino Inglés offers two routes in Galicia: one starting from A Coruña (72.5 km) and another from Ferrol (112 km), both converging at Bruma, before continuing together to Compostela. This...

Commander Geoffrey Peace is the only man for the job when the nukes are missing. Sent undercover to the Southern tip of Africa, he must infiltrate a hard-right Afrikaner movement that refuses to...