637 results for 'Rupert Butler'

A Maiden's Voyage by Rosie Goodwin is a heartwarming and dramatic tale of love, family, and self-discovery. In 1912, 18-year-old Flora Butler's life is turned upside down when her mistress's father...

Ring for Jeeves, a humorous tale by P. G. Wodehouse, follows the story of William Belfry, the ninth Earl of Rowcester, and his trusted butler Jeeves.Befriended by Jeeves on secondment, Bill Belfry is...

Sisters of the Revolution gathers a highly curated selection of feminist speculative fiction from some of the most respected voices in the genre. Spanning four decades and multiple styles, this...

Paul B. Preciado's bold and transgressive book explores the concept of Uranism, a term coined in 1864 to define the 'third sex' and the rights of those who 'love differently'. The author recounts his...

The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro In the summer of 1956, Stevens, the ageing butler of Darlington Hall, embarks on a leisurely holiday that will take him deep into the English countryside and...

The Warriors and the Bankers by Alan Butler and Stephen Dafoe For centuries, the fate of the Knights Templar has been shrouded in mystery. Arrested in 1307, dissolved in 1312, and executed by 1314,...

Classic adventure stories by Joseph Conrad, Rudyard Kipling, Stephen Crane, Robert Louis Stevenson and Jack London are combined with imaginative tales by Isak Dinesen, Patricia Highsmith and J. G...

William Butler Yeats's The Wild Swans at Coole is a contemplative and elegiac collection of poems published in 1919. This facsimile edition presents the work in its original form, with handsome...

A 73-year-old woman's life is turned upside down when she's told she's no longer needed. Feeling useless and alone, she's surprised by a mysterious visit from a magical creature who sets her on a...

Sun-kissed holidays and fine wine are the perfect antidote to life's troubles. For Emmy Jamieson, a two-week retreat at La Cour des Roses in the French countryside is just what she needs to rekindle...

The Cold War: History in an Hour by Rupert Colley provides a concise account of the complex tensions that arose between Russia and America from the end of World War Two to the collapse of the Soviet...

Sun Tzu's timeless wisdom on strategy and leadership has been studied and applied for centuries. This luxury hardback edition of The Art of War offers a unique perspective on how to achieve success...

Classical liberalism is a fundamental political and social philosophy that has played a crucial role in shaping the modern world. Its ideas have fostered economic freedom, limited government scope,...

William Butler Yeats's Poetry, Drama, and Prose is a comprehensive collection of his major writings. It includes 145 poems from various periods, as well as plays, prose fiction, folklore, and...

The Iliad (Royal Collector's Edition) is an epic poem that tells the story of the ten-year siege of Troy, a city in ancient Greece. The narrative unfolds during a quarrel between King Agamemnon and...

The Playboy of the Western World and Two Other Irish Plays by J. M. Synge, William Butler Yeats, and Sean O'Casey. In 1907, the first performance of The Playboy of the Western World at Dublin's Abbey...

Eight million euro is at stake when Vincent Butler's ordinary day turns into a nightmare. A bank manager with a seemingly perfect life, he's forced to make an impossible choice: steal eight million...

The city of Yorke is in a state of panic. A murder has taken place, and an ancient ghost-hound called the Barghest is believed to be on the loose. Rose Raventhorpe, Orpheus, and a secret society of...

Napoleon Hill's 1937 masterpiece, Think and Grow Rich, reveals the money-making secrets of America's most affluent people. By applying the principles outlined in this book, you can think like the...

Plato's The Republic is a foundational work of philosophy and political theory that explores the nature of justice, wisdom, and the ideal society. This deluxe edition, part of the Capstone Classics...

Brett Anderson's memoir offers a candid and moving account of the highs and lows of his life and career as the frontman of Suede. The book recalls the band's early days, from playing small gigs in...

Autobiographies is a unique and compelling memoir that spans the first fifty-eight years of William Butler Yeats' life. This collection of six autobiographical works offers a vivid account of his...

The Body A Reader by Mariam Fraser and Monica Greco offers a comprehensive overview of the concept of the body in contemporary society. This collection of essays explores various social concerns,...

Orchid and the Wasp by Caoilinn Hughes is a novel that explores the complex relationships between ideals, ambitions, and exploitation in society. Gael Foess's life is marked by her single-minded...

A heart-warming standalone novel about the importance of family and being there for one another. Myra and Graham Butler's lives are filled with neatness, predictability - until they're named...

In 1887, a chance performance sets Nancy's life on a path she never could have imagined. She finds herself drawn to the thrill of the stage and the excitement of Kitty Butler, a young woman who...

Quinnelope and the Mystery of the Missing Moon is an outrageously adorable and out-of-this-world entertainment. When the moon suddenly disappears from the sky, Quinnelope sees it as the perfect...

Wizards of Ozymandias: Reflections on the Decline and Fall by D. Butler Shaffer offers insightful commentary on the current state of Western culture and civilization. This collection of essays,...

The Ethics of Psychoanalysis, 1959-1960: A Transcript of Jacques Lacan's Seminar. Jacques Lacan was a charismatic and influential thinker whose work has had a profound impact on various fields,...

The human realm of the kingdom faces its greatest disaster yet. After failing to prevent a daring raid on an infamous brothel, the Six Arms are desperate for a chance to defend their reputation as...

A smart steampunk adventure awaits in "The Wizard's Way". In a city torn apart by terror and suspicion, inventor J. Chaucey Thatcher must navigate treacherous streets to unravel the mystery of a...

Maud Gonne's life was one of contradictions - a woman of privilege who defied convention, an actress and journalist who became a passionate advocate for Irish independence. Her personal life was...

A gripping Victorian mystery unfolds at Thorncroft House, where a brutal attack sets off a chain of events that threaten the estate's future. As Matthew Rowsley and his wife Harriet navigate the...

The Face Behind the Mask: A Comprehensive Guide to Phantoms of the Opera. This updated edition of John L. Flynn's Phantoms of the Opera: The Face Behind the Mask is a treasure trove of information...

Trauma and Human Rights Integrating Approaches to Address Human Suffering by Lisa D. Butler, Filomena M. Critelli, Janice Carello. This edited volume explores the intersection of trauma and human...

Naming Adult Autism: Culture, Science and Identity is a groundbreaking critique of cultural and medical narratives of Autism. Written by an adult diagnosed with the condition, this book challenges...

The Tooth Fairy Dog by Sean Butler A heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between a young boy and his loyal companion, Scout. Born with Autism and a developmental delay, Sean's journey is...

War Horse 40th Anniversary Edition In the midst of the First World War, a horse named Joey witnesses the brutal reality of battle from both sides of the trenches. Bombarded by artillery and bullets,...

Under the full moon, strange events unfold at Blandings Castle. A portrait of The Empress is commissioned twice in succession for the Fat Pigs Class at the Shropshire Agricultural Show, with Lord...

Charles Holden's designs for the London Underground from 1924 to 1961 represent a high point of transport architecture and Modernist design in Britain. His collaboration with Frank Pick resulted in a...

The Witchwood Knot by Olivia Atwater is a dark faerie tale set in a magical version of Victorian England. In this gothic romance, a young lord has been abducted by the Fair Folk, and his governess...

Alan Warner's Kitchenly 434 is set against the backdrop of Margaret Thatcher's rise to power in 1970s England. A sprawling Tudorbethan mansion, Kitchenly Mill Race, serves as the idyllic retreat for...

Evan Ryder returns in The Kobalt Dossier, a gripping thriller from New York Times bestselling author Eric Lustbader. Evan works for a clandestine arm of the Department of Defense, dedicated to...

Pilowsky Bankirer's Psychoanalytic Explorations of the Masculine and the Maternal offers a unique perspective on Freud's writings, focusing on circumcision as a marker for both masculine identity and...

A timeless spiritual work, The Prophet is a collection of 26 poetry fables written by Kahlil Gibran, offering insights into universal aspects of life such as giving, beauty, and spirituality. First...

The Tourism Area Life Cycle Review, Relevance and Revision by Richard Butler provides an overview of one of the most cited articles in tourism literature. First published over 40 years ago, the model...

The Cairngorms & North-East Scotland is a comprehensive guide to the region's mountains, glens and lochs. Written by experts in the field, this book provides detailed information on the area's...

Create modern sugar flowers with elegance and precision. This comprehensive guide by Jacqueline Butler showcases 18 stunning sugar flowers in various stages of bloom, as well as flower buds and...

Fifty Key Sociologists: The Contemporary Theorists provides an in-depth look at the lives and ideas of influential thinkers in sociology. This comprehensive reference guide covers key figures from...

A dark faerie tale set in a magical version of Victorian England, The Witchwood Knot is a gothic romance by Olivia Atwater. In this story, a young lord has been abducted by the Fair Folk, and his...

Alice Butler has been receiving some odd messages - all anonymous, all written in code. She's sure they're connected to her work at PopCo, but is it someone from the corporation or a lead on her long...

Diana Butler Bass invites you to rediscover Jesus in all his many manifestations. In this thought-provoking exploration, she challenges traditional ways of understanding Jesus and encourages us to...

Thinking with Theory in Qualitative Research: Second Edition offers a fresh approach to qualitative research by enacting philosophical concepts in inquiry. This book challenges traditional practices...

A unique anthology inspired by the paintings of Edward Hopper brings together seventeen exceptional short stories from renowned authors. This collection showcases a range of literary excellence and...

The Orator's Education Books 1-2 by Donald Andrew Russell A comprehensive training program in rhetoric, The Orator's Education is a work of enduring importance that offers insights into oratory and...

Welcome to Social Theory by Tom Brock provides a clear and engaging introduction to social theory, using images, examples, and quotations to explore contemporary social life. This comprehensive guide...

Lady Sarah Montgomery Baird Watson-Wentworth is no stranger to mystery. Following her parents' untimely death, she's found herself drawn into a world of enigmas and puzzles. Now, when a break-in at...

Florence Scovel Shinn's The Game of Life and How to Play It is a timeless self-help guide that has been helping people achieve meaning, happiness, and success for nearly a century. First published in...

The End of Us is a dark and unpredictable thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When Myles and Lana Butler move into a new development in Wimbledon, they're struggling to make ends...

Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell is a sweeping American epic that has captivated readers for over eighty years. Set against the tense historical backdrop of the American Civil War, this...

Hannah Wilke: Art for Life's Sake is a richly illustrated exploration of the provocative art and trailblazing feminism of American artist Hannah Wilke. Wilke consistently challenged the prevailing...

Robotics: A Very Short Introduction by Alan Winfield Robots have become an integral part of modern manufacturing and warehouse automation, as well as in homes and hospitals. They have also played a...

Jacques Derrida's groundbreaking work, Of Grammatology, has had a profound impact on contemporary criticism. First published in English forty years ago, this influential text continues to provoke and...

The Dictionary of Posh: A Language of Luxury and Humour. Hidden within normal English lies a secret language, known as Posh, spoken by those born with silver spoons in their mouths. This...

This Christmas Eve at Vernon House promises to be one of comfort and joy, but the season's warmth is short-lived. When Sir Eustace Vernon disappears and his butler, Purvis, is found dead with a...

A collection of inspirational poems by India's greatest poet, Rabindranath Tagore, "Gitanjali" is a deeply spiritual and devotional work that explores love and the conflict between earthly desires...

An Introduction to Feminist Philosophy offers a systematic account of feminist philosophy as a distinctive field of study. This book explores key issues and debates in feminist thought, including the...

The Odyssey (Royal Collector's Edition) A epic tale of journey and homecoming, The Odyssey follows Odysseus as he navigates ten years of war and deception to return to Ithaca. Along the way, he faces...

The Lost Girls of Ireland is a heart-warming story about family secrets and one woman's escape to the stunning west coast of Ireland.After losing everything, Lydia Butler inherits a run-down cottage...

W.B. Yeats and the People and Places That Inspired Him explores the poet's life through the lens of his time in Dublin, London, Sligo, and other parts of Ireland. The author delves into the homes,...

On The Buses: The Complete Story This comprehensive guide tells the whole story of On The Buses, from its inception to the three spin-off feature films it spawned. It includes details of the cast and...

The Prince and the Blight is the second book in Kathryn Butler's captivating Dream Keeper Saga. Since her return to the real world, 12-year-old Lily McKinley has struggled to shake off the magical...

Drawn from Nature: The Flowering of Irish Botanical Art is an in-depth exploration of the significance of Irish botanical art across various disciplines. Patricia Butler's research delves into the...

Graham Greene's The Third Man is a gripping tale of post-war Vienna, where a city lies in ruins and the truth is hard to find. A second-rate novelist, Rollo Martins, arrives penniless to visit his...

Erwin Rommel was a complex man: a born leader, brilliant soldier, and devoted husband. He proved himself a master of armored warfare in France, North Africa, and Normandy, running rings around a...

Stories from small museums offer a fresh perspective on recent museum history. Between 1970 and 1990, the number of independent museums in the UK increased dramatically, with many focusing on local...

The Miser of Mayfair by M. C. Beaton is a charming Regency romance that follows the story of Number 67 Clarges Street, a town house in the heart of London's fashionable West End. Despite its...

The Vatican at War: From Blackfriars Bridge to Buenos Aires by Philip Willan. A shocking tale of corruption and intrigue unfolds in this gripping account of the Vatican's involvement in Cold War...

The Residence Inside the Private World of the White House by Kate Andersen Brower offers an intimate look at life behind the scenes of America's most iconic residence. Through extensive interviews...

Robert Rankin's epic meta-Victorian series continues with this riotous tale of wicked women, a dangerous detective and Darwin the educated ape. Lord Brentford has a dream to create a Grand Exposition...

Addressing Ableism: Philosophical Questions Via Disability Studies by Jennifer Scuro explores the scale and scope of ableism, mapping out its institutionalized forms and critiquing neoliberal culture...

The Goodness and the Mysteries On the Path of the Book of Mormon's Visionary Men by David John Butler Further study of the Book of Mormon's Visionary Men reveals new insights into their worship and...

Deep in the heart of moonshine country, a haunting story unfolds. In 1952, two teens vanished from a rural Kentucky prom night, leaving behind only secrets and unanswered questions. For Flannery...

The Batman and Scooby-Doo Mysteries Vol. 4 brings together two beloved franchises in a series of exciting adventures. When an old friend from butler school arrives, he's brought along his charges...

William Butler Yeats's early writings offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of the 20th century's most celebrated poets. This collection, published to mark the 150th anniversary of his...

Regrowth: Seven Tales of Jewish Life Before, During, and After Nazi Occupation by Der Nister and Erik Butler is a collection of stories that challenge traditional narratives of the Holocaust. In...

The Old Reliable by P. G. Wodehouse is a witty and satirical comedy that pokes fun at the excesses of Hollywood's golden age. When Adela Cork inherits her late friend Carmen Flores' house, she hopes...

A bitterly cold winter in Yorke brings an unexpected visitor to the Cathedral's Mistletoe Service. Orphaned boy Orpheus bursts in, claiming his sister has been kidnapped. Rose Raventhorpe vows to...

Detective Casey Butler has noticed a decline in residents visiting their hidden town, and she's not convinced it's just part of the natural ebb and flow. When an injured hiker appears at the...

Queen Victoria's Mysterious Daughter: A Biography of Princess Louise is a richly packed and intriguing portrait of a princess who defied convention. Lucinda Hawksley's biography delves into the life...

Queer: A Graphic History explores the complex and often disputed histories of queer thought and LGBTQ+ action. Dr. Meg-John Barker and cartoonist Jules Scheele present a unique and engaging portrait...

Prepare for your MRCS OSCE with confidence using the DrExam Part B Revision Guide Book 2. This comprehensive guide covers Clinical Examination, Communication Skills, and History Taking, providing you...

An Orphan's Wish by Elizabeth Gill is a heartwarming and emotional novel about four siblings who find themselves at the mercy of their grandparents after their parents' unexpected passing. Forced to...

Sabotage! Black Sabbath in the Seventies is a comprehensive analysis of the band's first eight albums, featuring in-depth examination of every song. Spanning 129,000 words, this detailed study...

Christmas in the Batcave: A Brave, Bold, and Utterly Exhausting Adventure is a hilarious picture book that brings together comic book fans of all ages. When the entire Bat-family comes home for...

The Tao Te Ching: An Ancient Guide to Attunement This luxury edition of an ancient Chinese scripture offers a timeless perspective on personal success and fulfillment. The text's focus on attunement,...

Sir Adam Braid's life was about to take a deadly turn. A will change was set to be announced, but before that could happen, Sir Adam found himself stabbed through the neck in his London flat...

Gothic and Modernism: Essaying Dark Literary Modernity explores the significant presence of the Gothic tradition in modern literature. This collection of essays, introduced by John Paul Riquelme,...

The Tick-Tock Trilogy is a gripping series of psychological thrillers that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Each book in this trilogy can be read as a standalone, but they are also linked by...

Science fiction has long been a hub for groundbreaking thinkers and visionaries. From H.G. Wells to Octavia Butler, and from books to films and television shows, science fiction has played a...