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George C. Marshall, General of the Army, was a pivotal figure in American military history and beyond.As Chief of Staff during World War II, he oversaw the mobilization of an unprecedented number of...

Galaxy's Edge Magazine Issue 20, May 2016 (George R. R. Martin Special) by George R R Martin and Jack McDevitt. This special issue of Galaxy's Edge magazine brings together a diverse range of science...

Rethinking Georg Simmel's Social Philosophy by Ferdinand Fellmann is an in-depth examination of the key concepts in Simmel's work. This book explores themes such as interaction, reciprocity, dualism,...

The Zodiac and the Salts of Salvation: Homeopathic Remedies for the Sign Types This book explores the connection between astrology and homeopathy, offering a unique approach to understanding the...

This collection of twenty-eight stories tells the inspiring tales of valour displayed by recipients of the Victoria Cross and George Cross. Written by leading historians, these accounts reveal the...

The history of British food is as complex and varied as the country's past itself. From the Celts to the Victorians, different cultures have left their mark on the nation's cuisine. This book...

George Stubbs 102 Paintings and Drawings by Maria Tsaneva is a comprehensive collection of works by the renowned English artist. This book showcases Stubbs's remarkable range, from his famous equine...

American Graffiti: A Film of Nostalgia and Change This 2023 book explores how George Lucas's 1973 film American Graffiti became one of the highest-grossing films in US history, despite its low budget...

A True Statesman: George H. W. Bush and the 'Indispensable Nation' by Robin RenwickThirty years since the end of his presidency, this biography offers a warm and affectionate portrait of a President...

Discover the art of creating magical, inviting, and imaginative interiors with Jane Rockett and Lucy St George. The founders of the popular online interiors store Rockett St George, share their...

The George Herriman Library: Krazy and Ignatz 1925-1927 is a gorgeous archival hardcover collection showcasing one of the most renowned comic strips in history. This Eisner Award-nominated series...

The Commanders: The Leadership Journeys of George Patton, Bernard Montgomery and Erwin RommelA fascinating biography of three unique leaders who rose to the highest ranks, shedding light on the...

Dark Horse Records: The Story of George Harrison's Post-Beatles Record Label tells the story of a pioneering music label that played a significant role in shaping George Harrison's solo career. In...

Winston Smith's job is to rewrite history. He works in the Record Department of the Ministry of Truth, helping the Party and its leader, Big Brother, control the people of Oceania. The new notebook...

All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others. A story of rebellion and corruption, Animal Farm is a powerful satire on the dangers of unchecked power. When Mr Jones forgets to...

Beyond the Swelkie: A Collection of Poems & Writings Celebrating the Centenary of George Mackay BrownThis collection brings together a range of poems and writings by two notable authors, Jim...

Learn to play jazz guitar with the legendary George Benson. This comprehensive guide includes accurate transcriptions and tablature, covering essential techniques such as chord substitution and...

A boy's desire for freedom leads him to leave behind the comforts of city life and embark on a journey of self-discovery in the wilderness.With just a few simple tools and a determination to survive,...

Set against the stunning backdrop of the American wilderness, My Side of the Mountain Trilogy follows the journey of a young boy as he embarks on a transformative adventure of self-discovery and...

From George Washington's leadership in signing the Jay Treaty with Great Britain in 1795 to the presidency of George W. Bush in 2003, the role of the US president has evolved significantly. This book...

George Harrison was a working class mystic. Born in Liverpool to a bus conductor and shop assistant, his early life was marked by simplicity and hard work. This biography offers an honest and...

George Blake: Spies, Lies and Exile in Russia is a gripping biography that uncovers the truth behind one of the most infamous double agents of the Cold War. Simon Kuper's meticulously researched...

The Private Papers of Henry Ryecroft is a semi-fictional autobiographical work by George Gissing. In this unique publication, the author presents himself as the editor of the diary of a deceased...

George Mackay Brown's work is characterised by a deeply evocative sense of place and history. His stories often explore the intersection of the natural world and the spiritual realm, revealing a...

Wild Wales Its People, Language, and Scenery by George Henry Borrow is a culturally significant work that has been preserved for public access. Originally published in the late 19th century, this...

George Herbert and R.S. Thomas were two English poets who lived in different eras, yet their poetry shares striking similarities. Both men were deeply connected to nature, music, and their faith, and...

A mighty dragon lived in a dark, deep cave in a high, high mountain valley. He was an awesome and frightening creature, terrorising whole armies, destroying castles, and kidnapping princesses. But...

Georg Trakl's poetry is a powerful and enduring presence in literature. This collection brings together brilliant translations by Stephen Tapscott, accompanied by an eloquent introduction that sheds...

This memoiristic book offers a unique glimpse into the lives of two influential public intellectuals, Susan Sontag and George Steiner. Robert Boyers, a close friend and acquaintance, recounts their...

Wounded I Sing: An Advent Song for the Soul Richard Harries explores the poetry of George Herbert, widely regarded as the greatest devotional poet of all time. This book brings together 24 of...

George Herbert's poetry explores every shade of the spiritual life, from love and closeness to anger and despair. His work is marked by audacious playfulness, as if he were having an argument with...

Hermeneutics Between History and Philosophy collects together Hans-Georg Gadamer's key writings on the relationship between history and philosophy. These essays examine the work of influential...

You Never Forget Your First: A Biography of George Washington by Alexis Coe is a fresh and humorous take on America's first president. Coe shatters myths about Washington, revealing a complex figure...

Mihai Eminescu's poetry and prose are a testament to the power of the human experience. Considered Europe's last great Romantic poet, Eminescu's work continues to appeal to readers with its universal...

Body Language: The Queer Staged Photographs of George Platt Lynes and PaJaMaThis groundbreaking collaboration between photographer George Platt Lynes and artists Paul Cadmus, Jared French, and...

George Matcham's life was marked by turmoil and intrigue. Born in 18th century Bombay, he embarked on three epic overland treks between Asia and England before marrying into one of the most famous...

Meditations is a collection of personal notes written by Marcus Aurelius, a Roman emperor, on how to improve himself and live a virtuous life. These notes, written in Greek, were compiled after his...

George Washington's False Teeth: An Unconventional Guide to the Eighteenth Century by Robert Darnton. In this thought-provoking exploration, historian Robert Darnton challenges our understanding of...

The Death of Prince George, Duke of Kent, 1942: A New Investigation to Find the Truth by M. S. Morgan. On August 25, 1942, a Short Sunderland flying boat took off from RAF Invergordon with a routine...

The power of government control is a pervasive force in this timeless novel. In a world where the past is constantly rewritten to suit the Party's agenda, Winston Smith's inner rebellion against the...

The Rabbit Skin Cap: A Tale of a Norfolk Countryman's Youth, Written in His Old Age by George Baldry. This is a fascinating account of life in rural East Anglia during the nineteenth century. George...

Lovecraft's Scariest Stories is a chilling collection of ten terrifying tales by H.P. Lovecraft.This paperback edition features some of Lovecraft's most iconic and unsettling stories, including "The...

Confronting Saddam Hussein: George W. Bush and the Invasion of Iraq by Melvyn P. Leffler is a thought-provoking analysis of one of the most significant foreign policy decisions of the post-Cold War...

Albert N. Wilmarth's investigation into the mysterious river carcasses leads him down a dark path, uncovering a sinister cult and an otherworldly threat that challenges his understanding of reality...

George Gissing's life was marked by both struggle and perseverance. After a troubled period in his youth, he went on to become a prolific writer, publishing works that explored the lives of the...

The Short Journals and Itinerary Journals of George Fox In Commemoration of the Tercentenary of His Birth (1624-1924) by George Fox and Thomas Edmund Harvey. This collection brings together three...

If You Meet George Herbert on the Road, Kill Him Radically Re-Thinking Priestly Ministry by Justin Lewis-Anthony The legacy of George Herbert continues to shape the Church of England's understanding...

A comprehensive study guide to George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion offers in-depth explanation and analysis of this didactic play. Written with the purpose of teaching, its story continues to resonate in...

King George's Hangman: A Controversial Figure in Eighteenth Century British History Henry Hawley, commonly known as Hangman Hawley, was a complex and enigmatic figure in eighteenth century British...

George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire series is a monumental achievement in modern fantasy, spanning over two million words and continuing to evolve with each new installment. But what inspired...

The Mind Manual: Mental Fitness Tools for EveryoneTake control of your health and wellbeing with this comprehensive guide. Dr Alex shares practical advice on how to make positive lifestyle changes...

A timeless guide to financial success, The Richest Man in Babylon offers valuable economic tips and tools for achieving monetary and personal prosperity. Through a series of engaging short stories,...

The War on Witchcraft: A Study of Andrew Dickson White, George Lincoln Burr, and the Origins of Witchcraft Historiography by Jan Machielsen. Historians of witch-hunt often begin their field with...

George Lincoln Rockwell was a pivotal figure in American extremism, leading the American Nazi Party until his murder in 1967. His influence has endured, shaping the ideologies of various far-right...

The Girl Who Broke the Rules by Marnie Riches is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark world of human trafficking and trans-national crime. When mutilated bodies are found in Amsterdam, Chief...

The French Foreign Legion's Nazi Battalion: A Harrowing Account of War and Atrocity. In 1940, a group of French soldiers joined the French Foreign Legion, only to find themselves fighting for a...

Hand-Off: The Foreign Policy George W. Bush Passed to Barack ObamaThis book provides a detailed and comprehensive look at the foreign policy legacy of the Bush administration, as revealed in newly...

Former President George H.W. Bush's personal thoughts and reflections are revealed in this collection of letters, diary entries, and memos spanning from 1941 to 2010. Organized chronologically, the...

The Natural Method: Georges Hébert's Practical Guide to Physical EducationThis 2014 edition is a faithful translation of Hébert's original work, covering the first part of his guide to physical...

The Crisis of German Ideology: Intellectual Origins of the Third Reich by George L. Mosse This landmark work explores the ideological foundations of Nazism in Germany, tracing the intellectual...

George Seferis Collected Poems, Revised Edition by George Seferis A new edition of the acclaimed poet's work, featuring revised translations by Edmund Keeley and Philip Sherrard. This English-only...

George Steer's extraordinary life was marked by adventure, danger and a passion for truth. His report from the bombed city of Guernica in 1937 sparked controversy and inspired one of the most...

George Hirst, Schofield Haigh and Wilfred Rhodes were known as The Triumvirate. Inseparable pals off the field and a devastating combination on it, they helped turn Yorkshire into the greatest county...

George Liele's Life and Legacy An Unsung Hero A comprehensive introduction to the life and work of George Liele, a pioneering Baptist minister who defied slavery to spread Christianity across the...

The History of King Richard the Third by Sir George Buck is a meticulously researched study of the life and reign of one of England's most infamous monarchs. Written in 1619, this work provides a...

George Clinton's life story is one for the ages. Born in New Jersey, Clinton began his musical career in a barbershop quartet, where he developed an obsession with doo-wop and R&B. This early passion...

Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush by Jon Meacham is a deeply personal and insightful biography that sheds new light on the life of one of America's most...

Mr Tompkins returns to explore the extreme edges of the universe. This new edition of George Gamow's classic novel follows the adventures of Mr Tompkins as he embarks on a journey through space and...

The Last Stand: George Bird Grinnell, the Battle to Save the Buffalo, and the Birth of the New West In the late 19th century, the American buffalo was on the brink of extinction. Once numbering 30...

George Frideric Handel's Violin Sonata in F Major is a beautiful and expressive work for violin and piano. This edition features the original score, allowing musicians to perform this piece with...

George Washington's leadership was shaped by his deep-seated conviction that he had been chosen to lead a nation founded on liberty. This biography explores how his unique personal qualities, rooted...

George M. Low: A Visionary Leader in Space Exploration George M. Low was a pioneering engineer and leader who played a crucial role in shaping the US manned spaceflight program from the late 1950s to...

George Reisner and the Dawn of Modern Egyptology by Peter Der Manuelian is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and work of America's greatest archaeologist. This expansive new study...

The Call to Serve: A Visual BiographyLavishly illustrated and written by Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer Jon Meacham, this chronicle celebrates the life of George H. W. Bush, the 41st President of...

Orphaned Warrior: A Personal Account of Life in 1950s and 1960s Britain. This moving memoir tells the story of Linda's early years, growing up in a George Muller orphanage during the 1950s and 1960s...

Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho returns to Halifax in February 1813, tasked with defending Crown property against American privateers. As he navigates the cold waters off Nova Scotia, he faces fruitless...

Jane Austen's relationship with her father, Reverend George Austen, played a pivotal role in shaping her writing and worldview. This biography delves into the life and times of the Reverend Austen,...

Marcellus's leave of absence from the Roman army brings unexpected opportunities. A dragon appears, promising wealth and success, but at what cost? Meanwhile, Christians on his father's estate offer...

Curly Roddy was just twelve years old when he'd already survived six years as a homeless orphan on the streets of London in the 1870s. He slept in dustbins and ate orange peels when he could find...

Destiny and Power: The American Odyssey of George Herbert Walker Bush by Jon Meacham is a deeply personal and insightful biography that explores the life of one of America's most influential leaders...

A unique and humorous account of life on an aircraft carrier. Geoff Dyer's experiences on the USS George H. W. Bush in the Arabian Gulf offer a fascinating insight into modern Western life, tackling...

The Battle for America's Destiny In the fall of 1780, after five frustrating years of war, George Washington had come to realize that the only way to defeat the British Empire was with the help of...

George Crabbe's Juvenilia & Other Poems is a collection of early works by the renowned English poet. Born in Aldeburgh, Suffolk in 1754, Crabbe developed an avid interest in books from an early age...

George R.R. Martin's edited anthology brings together a diverse range of science fiction and fantasy writers in the Wild Cards universe. In this latest installment, the fragile balance between humans...

On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of the publication of Flying Saucers Have Landed, Michel Zirger revisits the extraordinary events of November 20, 1952, when George Adamski encountered an...

Adorned with beautiful art from Trina Schart Hyman, this Caldecott Medal-winning tale tells a story of bravery and peace. A retelling of an epic episode from Edmund Spenser's poem, it follows the Red...

The Fab Four's story has been told in music, film, and stage, but now it's time to see their lives in a new light. This 96-page graphic novel brings together the lives of John Lennon, Paul McCartney,...

Georges Florovsky and the Russian Religious Renaissance by Paul L. Gavrilyuk is a study that re-examines the twentieth-century Orthodox theologian's neopatristic synthesis, which became the main...

Fr George Congreve SSJE's life and teaching offer a profound exploration of spirituality and community. This book delves into the second half of his life, revealing how he joined the Cowley Fathers...

Last Rambles Amongst the Indians of the Rocky Mountains and the Andes is a unique collection of artwork and writings by George Catlin, an American painter, author, and traveler. Born in Pennsylvania,...

Darwin's Plots: A Study of Evolutionary Narrative in 19th-Century Fiction by Gillian Beer. This influential work of literary criticism explores how writers responded to Charles Darwin's...

The lives of three European monarchs are intertwined in a complex web of relationships and rivalries that ultimately contributed to the outbreak of World War I. King George V of Britain, Kaiser...

George Brown (1835-1917) was a complex figure with many roles during his long life. He was a leader in the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Australasia, an explorer, linguist, and writer, among other...

Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's Encyclopedia of the Philosophical Sciences in Basic Outline, Part 1: Science of Logic presents the foundation of his philosophical system. This volume, together with...

Aspects of International Socialism, 1871-1914 brings together a selection of essays by Georges Haupt, a renowned scholar of European socialism. This collection centres around three major themes: the...

Satantango, a novel that has inspired a critically acclaimed film, is a haunting tale of human desperation. Set in a remote village, the story unfolds over a few rain-soaked days, revealing a world...

The George Spangler Farm in Gettysburg is a place of reverence. Nurses held the hands of dying soldiers and prayed and spoke last words with them amid the blood, stench, and agony of two hospitals...

Epictetus' Enchiridion is a practical guide to Stoic philosophy, offering a simple yet profound approach to living in harmony with the world. Written by one of the most prominent Stoic philosophers,...

The Fab Four's story has been told in music, film, and stage, but now it's time to see them together again - in graphic novel form. This 96-page book brings the lives of John Lennon, Paul McCartney,...