1800 results for 'Phillips, Charles'

The Philistines: The History of the Ancient Israelites' Most Notorious Enemy The term "Philistine" is often used to describe someone who is perceived as uncouth, uncultured, and possibly violent...

The Kingdom of Yugoslavia: A Turbulent History The Kingdom of Yugoslavia was a unique geopolitical creation of the 20th century, comprising a diverse array of peoples with different languages,...

Abydos: The History and Legacy of the Ancient Egyptian Holy City and Burial Site The ancient Egyptian city of Abydos, known to the Greeks as Abju and later simply as Abydos, played a significant role...

John Colter: The Life and Legacy of America's First Mountain Man John Colter's journeys to the northwest country of present-day Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho were pivotal events in the development of...

Tadeusz Kosciuszko: The Life and Legacy of Poland's Most Famous General Discover the remarkable story of Tadeusz Kosciuszko, a Polish general who played a pivotal role in shaping the United States'...

Edward G. Robinson: A Hollywood Legend Edward G. Robinson's name is often synonymous with the iconic gangster films of the 1930s. His starring role in Little Caesar (1931) remains his most iconic,...

The Blackfeet and the Blackfoot Confederacy is a concise history of the Native American tribe known as the Blackfeet, also referred to as the Niitsitapi ("Original People"). Their history spans from...

Bob Marley: The Life and Legacy of Reggae's Global Icon Bob Marley's remarkable journey from anonymity to international superstardom is a story of raw talent, social commentary, and the power of...

For paramedics and those working in out-of-hospital environments, a clear understanding of cardiac electrophysiology is essential. This concise guide presents complex ECG interpretation in a...

Charlie Haden's Conversations is a unique insight into the life and art of a musician who defied easy categorisation. With a bass playing style that has become instantly recognisable, Haden's music...

Willy Wonka is a world-renowned chocolate maker, and Charlie Bucket is the hero of his story. Four other children, each with their own unique personality, have also won a Golden Ticket to visit...

Charlemagne: Father of a Continent is a comprehensive biography that sheds new light on one of history's most fascinating personalities. Distinguished medievalist Alessandro Barbero brings to life...

Charley's War: The Definitive Collection. Boy Soldier is a gripping war story that re-mastered to mark the centenary of First World War. In 1916, 16-year-old Charley signs up to fight on the Western...

Charlie Munger: A Biography by Chase Archibald is a comprehensive and insightful look at the life and career of one of America's most influential investors. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Munger's early...

Set against the backdrop of war and social change, Letting in the Light is a beautifully evocative family drama that explores the complexities of love, loyalty and community.The story follows Edith...

A Tale Of Two Cities A Play by Charles Dickens In the midst of the Reign of Terror, two Londoners are forced to confront impossible choices. Charles Darnay must decide whether to abandon his family...

Nick and Charlie: A Heartfelt Love Story Nick and Charlie's relationship is one of comfort and familiarity, built on shared interests and quiet moments together. As they navigate the uncertainty of...

Charlie Cook's Favourite Book is a joyful celebration of the joy of books and reading, featuring a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish. This board book format is perfect for younger...

Charlie has a little sister named Lola. She can be quite stubborn when it comes to bedtime. Lola insists she's not sleepy at all, no matter what the time. She's wide awake at 9 o'clock, not tired at...

Roald Dahl's beloved story, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, comes to life on stage in this play for children to act. With its easy-to-stage format and variety of parts, it's perfect for schools,...

Charlton Athletic Football Club has a rich history spanning over a century. This pictorial history explores the club's story from its formation in 1905 to the present day, drawing on personal...

Charles Cornick and Anna Latham are tasked with investigating a mysterious disappearance in the Northern California mountains. A small town has vanished, leaving behind only their possessions. With...

Inside the Great Glass Elevator, Willy Wonka and Charlie Bucket are on a journey that will take them further than they ever imagined. As they soar a thousand feet above the chocolate factory, they're...

Charleston Farmhouse is a unique and fascinating example of Bloomsbury decorative style, created by the painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. This book tells the story of the house and its garden,...

A Charlotte Mason Book of Centuries by Living Book Press is a comprehensive guide for families and educators. This book features pages for mapwork, one page per century, and an additional spread for...

Charlie Munger: The Complete Investor presents the investing strategy of Berkshire Hathaway's visionary vice chairman and Warren Buffett's indispensable financial partner. Munger's approach, rooted...

Charlie Cook's Favourite Book is a delightful exploration of the joy of reading, featuring the acclaimed picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Follow Charlie Cook as he...

Inside the Great Glass Elevator, Willy Wonka and Charlie Bucket are cruising a thousand feet above the chocolate factory. They can see the whole world below them, but they're not alone.The American...

A priest's body is found crucified in a derelict chapel, shattering the routine of DI Charlie George and his team. This shocking murder sets off a chain reaction of brutal killings that push the city...

Patrice Lumumba: The Life and Legacy of the Pan-African Politician Who Became Congo's First Prime Minister The modern history of Africa was largely written from the perspective of European...

The Three Books of Enoch, Plus the Enoch Portions of the Book of Jasher by Ishmael Ben Elisha This compilation presents the complete and unabridged texts of the three Books of Enoch: 1 Enoch, 2...

William Holden: The Life of an American Legend William Holden was a Hollywood icon of the 1940s and 1950s, known for his unique blend of vulnerability and charisma on screen. This biography explores...

Hadrian's Wall: The History and Construction of Ancient Rome's Most Famous Defensive FortificationThe Romans were master builders, and much of what they built has stood the test of time. One of their...

Caligula: The Life and Legacy of the Emperor Who Stabilized the Ancient Roman Empire After CaligulaAfter a promising start, the Roman Empire's reign under Caligula was marked by a descent into...

The Road Home is a suspenseful tale full of surprises. A pivotal moment in the story is when the bridegroom is approached by someone who remarks on the unusual order in which wine is served at a...

Understanding Addiction: Know Science, No Stigma is a powerful exploration of the complex issue of addiction. Written by two experts who have personal experience with the condition, this book offers...

William Holden: The Life of an American Legend William Holden was a pivotal figure in Hollywood's golden age, bringing a unique blend of vulnerability and charisma to the screen. His on-screen...

The Life and Trial of Lizzie Borden: The History of 19th Century America's Most Famous Murder Case The axe murders of wealthy socialites and a young daughter in Fall River, Massachusetts, in 1892,...

Sharon Tate's life was marked by promise and tragedy. A model and actress, she had already begun to make a name for herself in Hollywood before her untimely death. This book provides a concise and...

The Books of Enoch: A Collection of Ancient Texts The Books of Enoch is a collection of three ancient Hebrew texts that offer insights into the origins of early Christianity. These apocryphal texts,...

Kirk Douglas: A Star for 50 Years Kirk Douglas was a creative and moral force in the motion picture community for 50 years, earning him an Honorary Academy Award in 1996. This biography explores his...

The Capture and Trial of Adolf Eichmann: A New Perspective on the Holocaust's Architect The capture and trial of Adolf Eichmann, the architect of the Holocaust, is a complex and multifaceted topic...

Wales, a land of ancient history and storied past, is home to a rich collection of ghost stories. This book, part of a series of regional ghost story collections, brings together a selection of tales...

The Second Battle of Fallujah: A History of the Iraq War's Most Devastating Conflict The city of Fallujah, located in Iraq's western Anbar Province, has a rich history spanning thousands of years...

Folktales from Iraq is a captivating collection of traditional stories from the Shia tribes of southern Iraq. Gathered in the late 1940s, these 16 tales are full of action, adventure, love, and...

The Dutch East India Company: The History of the World's First Multinational Corporation The Dutch East India Company (VOC) was a powerful corporation that dominated international trade in the 17th...

Charlie St Cloud's life has been defined by loss and longing. Years after a tragic accident took his brother Sam's life, Charlie continues to find solace in tending the lawns and monuments in the New...

The Case for Jamie is the explosive third book in the Charlotte Holmes series. It's been a year since the shocking death of August Moriarty, and Jamie and Charlotte haven't spoken. Jamie is trying to...

The Lord I Left by Scarlett Peckham is a historical romance novel set in Victorian London. When a family tragedy forces a young woman to seek help from a man with a reputation for reforming sinners,...

Bring Roald Dahl's beloved stories to life with this play adaptation. Five of his popular books have been adapted into winning plays for children, making them perfect for schools and families.These...

A dark and sinister fire ravages an old manor house, revealing two decades-old corpses. DI Charley Mann is drawn into a complex case involving murder, deceit, and violent plots. As he delves deeper,...

Thirteen-year-old Martin and his younger brother Charlie embark on an extraordinary 421-mile journey from Preston to Cornwall. By train, bus, and taxi, they aim to reach their destination in the end,...

This 1960 edition of "Ditko at Charlton" collects Steve Ditko's comics work from that year, featuring 22 stories written by Joe Gill and illustrated by Ditko. The book includes 19 covers and 124...

Flinders Petrie: The Life and Legacy of the Father of Modern Egyptology Africa may have given rise to the first human beings, and Egypt probably gave rise to the first great civilizations, which...

Kim Novak: A Star Born of Chance Kim Novak's life story is one of swift rise to fame and enduring mystery. From her early days as an art student in Los Angeles, Novak's path to stardom was shaped by...

The Mysteries of Mithras: A History and Legacy of Ancient Rome's Most Mysterious Religious Cult The cult of Mithras, a god worshipped by Roman legionaries, has long been shrouded in mystery. Despite...

Pancho Villa: The Life and Legacy of the Famous Mexican Revolutionary The legend of Pancho Villa is one of heroism, tragedy, and romance. Born into poverty, he became a bandit to avenge an injustice...

The Italian Campaign of World War II: A Turning Point in the War The island of Sicily, with its snow-crowned volcano Mount Etna, played a pivotal role in 1943's Allied operations. Operation Husky, a...

The Maginot Line: A History of the Fortifications that Failed to Protect France from Nazi Germany During World War II The Maginot Line was a series of interconnected strongpoints and fortifications...

The Paris Library is a heart-wrenching and heart-lifting novel about the power of books and libraries to change people's lives. Based on a true story, it follows the lives of two women, separated by...

Charlie Parker is on the hunt for evil in its many forms. A private investigator driven by compassion, rage, and a desire for vengeance, he is a man who will not rest when his client is dead. When...

Charlie McButton's world is one of computer games, but when a thunderstorm knocks out the electricity, his tech empire comes to a sudden halt. With no batteries in sight, he's forced to rely on an...

Charlie Parker faces his darkest case yet in A Song of Shadows. A private detective recovering from a near-fatal shooting, Charlie Parker has retreated to a small Maine town to recover. There, he...

A beautiful summer afternoon turns into chaos as a gunman opens fire on a wedding party. The shooter is quickly subdued by the guests, but the identity of the attacker remains unknown. The...

Charlotte Holmes and Jamie Watson are finally starting over, with the freedom of their summer program and no one on their tail. But when Charlotte arrives at Oxford, she's drawn into a new case: a...

King and Emperor: A New Life of Charlemagne is a meticulously researched biography that brings together the available evidence to paint a vivid portrait of one of history's most extraordinary figures...

Speculator is a gripping tale of international intrigue, set against the backdrop of a gold mine in the jungle. A young man, Charles Knight, becomes embroiled in a world of deception, violence, and...

Missing Out explores the gap between who we are and who we might be. Adam Phillips examines the life unlived - the person we have failed to be - and considers whether not getting what we want may...

Play the iconic music from a beloved holiday movie in note-for-note transcriptions for keyboard. This book features the memorable "Christmas Time Is Here" and 7 more classics, including "Christmas Is...

Sir Charlie Stinky Socks: the Mummy's Gold is a humorous and charming picture book adventure about a brave young knight on a quest to return a sack of stolen Egyptian gold. Sir Charlie's journey...

The Instruments of Darkness is a gripping thriller by John Connolly, exploring the darker aspects of human nature. When a mother stands accused of the worst crime imaginable, a lawyer and a private...

This charming winter-themed storybook features two delightful tales: Snow is My Favourite and My Best. It's an ideal choice for cold winter bedtimes, perfect for little ones who love the snow.Lauren...

Collect the first ten original comic strip collections from America's most beloved Peanuts series. This collection features 248 daily newspaper strips from 1955 to 1957, showcasing your favourite...

Charlotte Mew: A Life of Poetic Resilience This comprehensive biography offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Charlotte Mew, a poet whose talent was undervalued in her time. Julia...

Charlie travels back in time to meet the Aztecs. Can she beat them at their own game? This Read with Oxford Stage 5 book features short chapters, engaging story and exciting colour illustrations,...

The History of Tiwanaku's Spectacular Temple of the Sun Puma Punku, a ruined stone temple in the altiplano plains of Bolivia, is a marvel of engineering and stonemasonry. Its remarkable stonework has...

Leadbelly: A Life and LegendThis definitive biography draws on a wealth of new archival material, interviews, and previously unknown recordings to reveal the life of Huddie Ledbetter, a towering...

Australia's Indigenous People: A Land of Rich History and Legacy The history of Australia's Indigenous people is a story of resilience and survival, spanning thousands of years. From the moment...

The Comanche: A History and Culture of the Native American Tribe. The Comanche were a powerful Native American tribe that thrived in a vast territory spanning parts of six states in the American West...

The Mossad: The History and Legacy of Israel's National Intelligence Agency The Mossad, Israel's national intelligence agency, has a rich and complex history spanning over 70 years. Formed in 1949,...

The Syrian Civil War: The History of the 21st Century's Deadliest Conflict The Syrian Civil War is a complex and multifaceted conflict that has ravaged the country since 2011. It began as a series of...

The Hyksos: The History of the Foreign Invaders Who Conquered Ancient Egypt and Established the Fifteenth Dynasty From approximately 3100 BCE until around 1075 BCE, ancient Egypt was ruled by 20...

The Ancient Bosnian Pyramids: History and Mystery The mysterious hill of Visocica, located in the small town of Visoko, northwest of Sarajevo, has been the subject of international attention in...

Josip Broz Tito: The Life and Legacy of Yugoslavia's First President Josip Broz Tito, better known as Marshal Tito, was a pivotal figure in world history, whose leadership during World War II...

The Big Book Comes Alive is a recovery guide that you'll want to keep for yourself and share with others. Written for those in recovery, this book offers a supportive and accessible approach to the...

Charles II's Great Escape tells the remarkable story of how the future king outwitted the greatest manhunt in British history after his father's execution and his own failed attempt to reclaim the...

The Queen of Summer's Twilight by Charles Vess is a captivating tale that begins with a chance encounter between two strangers in Inverness. A mysterious man on a black motorbike rescues a teenager...

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens tells the story of Dr. Alexandre Manette's return to London after 18 years in prison, and his daughter Lucie's efforts to care for him. In Paris, they...

William and Mary: A Dual Biography of the Glorious Revolution's Royal Couple This biography explores the lives of William and Mary, the monarchs who ruled England during the Glorious Revolution...

Willy Wonka's famous chocolate factory is opening at last, and only five lucky children will be allowed inside. Meet Charlie Bucket, a boy who is honest and kind, brave and true, and good and ready...

A beautifully designed gift book featuring the beloved Peanuts characters, showcasing the wit and charm of the classic comic strip.Featuring the iconic characters in a new and intimate format, this...

Charlie Parker is drawn into a dark web of deceit and lies when a troubled man, haunted by a past crime, turns to him for help. A 14-year-old girl has gone missing, and the man's own secrets threaten...

Goodnight Babies ... is a soothing bedtime story for little ones. Charlotte Trounce's gentle words and simple illustrations help to calm and comfort babies as they drift off to sleep. This board book...

Sympathy for the Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters is a captivating exploration of the life and legacy of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts. With his understated yet distinctive style, Watts was...

I Will Not Ever Never Eat a TomatoA fun and imaginative look at the problem of fussy eating, this picture book is sure to make dinner time an adventure. Lauren Child's engaging story follows a young...

Charlie and Lola's first day at school is a worry. Lola is nearly big enough, but she's not so sure. She thinks she's too small to go to school, and that she's too busy at home to bother with school...

Charlotte Mullen's quiet life in a small Irish village is turned upside down when she takes in her orphaned cousin, Francie Fitzgerald. The arrival of this beautiful young woman sets off a chain of...

Charlie's first day at school is off to a surprising start. Instead of dogs, he finds himself surrounded by cats. A language barrier and unfamiliar culture make him feel out of place. However,...

Charlotte by Helen Moffett is a powerful reimagining of a woman's journey in Regency England. In a world where societal expectations can be suffocating, Charlotte makes a choice that will propel her...

The Cyclemania event at Charleton House is coming to a close, but the summer sun is setting on a very different kind of celebration. Olivia Sharp, a cycling activist, is found dead, strangled with a...