623 results for 'STURGEON, THEODORE'

Michael Jackson's Minima Ethnographica offers a fresh perspective on anthropology, one that seeks to anchor abstract ideas in particular social events and critical concerns. By focusing on the...

Shanghai was a city of extremes, where dazzling wealth and wretched poverty coexisted in an uneasy balance. For four refugees fleeing Nazi Germany, it offered a chance to escape persecution and find...

The Bright Places In a world where life can be overwhelming, two teenagers find solace in each other's company. Theodore Finch, fascinated by the mysteries of death, and Violet Markey, struggling to...

Detective Alex Cross delves into his family's past to uncover a courageous fight for freedom. This is the story that was passed down to him from his grandmother, and it's one he's been eager to share...

Brain surgery has long been shrouded in mystery, with many regarding it as an activity rivalled only by rocket science in terms of complexity. However, neurosurgeon Theodore Schwartz offers a unique...

The Hidden Pleasures of Life: A New Way of Remembering the Past and Imagining the Future by Theodore Zeldin explores the search for a new art of living. How can individuals escape from the stresses...

Luki's world is changing in 1904. Her mountain village is being shaped by American rule, and she faces restrictions that challenge her traditional ways. When an invitation arrives from President...

Theodor Adorno's philosophy of housing is explored in this first book-length study. Adorno saw twentieth-century dwelling as "impossible" due to various factors, including nativism and war. He...

The Signal: The History of Signal Processing and how We Communicate by T. G. Lewis and Theodore Gyle Lewis explores the foundation of modern communication technology, revealing the key ideas...

This book offers a theological vision of learning informed by the mystagogical homilies of Ambrose of Milan, Cyril of Jerusalem, John Chrysostom, and Theodore of Mopsuestia. Hanna Lucas explores how...

Critical Theory and the Literary Canon by E. Dean Kolbas offers a nuanced assessment of the literary canon formation debate. This concise manuscript explores the intersections of sociology, politics,...

Two stories from Theodore Roosevelt's days as a ranchman in the Dakota Bad Lands endure today as part of the folklore of the West. Hunting Trips of a Ranchman, originally published in 1885,...

The Oxford Symposium on Food & Cookery 1990: Feasting and Fasting - Proceedings by Harlan Walker. This collection of papers from the 1990 Oxford Symposium on Food & Cookery explores the relationship...

Ingmar Bergman's films played a significant role in European cinema, challenging the notion that he was isolated from his contemporaries. This book explores Bergman's relationship with key directors...

African Game Trails: An Account of the African Wanderings of an American Hunter-Naturalist In 1909, Theodore Roosevelt embarked on a journey to Africa at the request of the Smithsonian Institution...

Rock music has long been a source of passion and debate. Theodore Gracyk offers a critical analysis of this genre, exploring its unique characteristics and what sets it apart from other forms of...

The Dialectic of Enlightenment by Theodor W. Adorno and Max Horkheimer is a seminal work of modern social philosophy that has had a profound impact on our understanding of the human condition...

The inner workings of everyday machines are revealed in stunning detail. Million-copy bestselling author Theodore Gray explores the mechanical underpinnings of dozens of types of machines and...

William Howard Taft: A Life of Inner Conflict This biography explores the complexities of William Howard Taft's life, revealing the inner conflicts that shaped his decisions and ultimately defined...

This collection examines the history and contemporary manifestations of US-UK romance across popular culture, from the 1920s to the present day. It explores how romantic relationships between British...

Letters to his Parents: 1939-1951 by Adorno, Theodor W. In May 1939, Adorno began writing letters to his parents from Cuba, where they had recently arrived after fleeing Nazi Germany. These letters...

Gerhard Richter explores the relationship between two worlds: the world in which an artwork is created and the new world that it opens up. This Great Allegory On World-Decay and World-Opening in the...

A Bakery in Paris A Novel by Aimie K. Runyan is a historical novel set against the backdrop of 19th-century and post-World War II Paris. The story follows two women, generations apart, who find their...

The Voice of the Earth: An Exploration of Ecopsychology by Theodore Roszak This thought-provoking essay explores the interconnectedness of human psychology and the natural world, seeking to bridge...

The Magdeburg Confession 13th of April 1550 AD This historic document is the first known formal expression of the Lesser Magistrates' Doctrine, a fundamental principle in Christian resistance to...

Piano Music for One Hand by Theodore Edel is a comprehensive collection of solo compositions and chamber works featuring piano parts written for one hand. This catalog includes nearly 1,000 solo...

American Transcendentalism: A History by Philip F. Gura This sweeping narrative history explores America's first group of public intellectuals, who shaped American literature and reform in the...

Neurodynamics: The Art of Mindfulness in Action by Theodore Dimon, Jr. explores how to understand human awareness in action through the latest scientific discoveries and mindfulness practices. To...

Late Marxism: Adorno, Or, The Persistence of the Dialectic by Fredric Jameson Fredric Jameson offers a provocative reevaluation of Theodor Adorno's work, arguing that his contribution to Marxist...

Writing the Book of the World by Theodore Sider is an ambitious and groundbreaking work that challenges traditional notions of representation and truth. At its core, the book argues that for a...

The Wilderness Hunter For many years, Theodore Roosevelt spent his life in the wilderness or near settled country, where cattle ranching was the primary industry. During this time, he hunted...

The Philosophy of Art: An Introduction by Theodore Gracyk provides a comprehensive overview of current debates in aesthetics and philosophy of art. This accessible introduction balances standard...

The Promise of Freedom for Slaves Escaping in British Ships: The Emancipation Revolution, 1740-1807 by Theodore Corbett This book pieces together the emerging path toward freedom for Africans and...

Achille-Constant-Théodore-Émile Prisse d'Avennes' comprehensive collection of Egyptian art is a landmark in the field. First published in 1836, this extensive work documents sites throughout the Nile...

A Sacred Storm by Theodore Brun In 8th century Sweden, loyalty and duty are tested when Erlan Aurvandil swears allegiance to King Sviggar Ivarsson. But as the Danish king Harald Wartooth stirs up...

The Invention of the White Race, Volume 1: Racial Oppression and Social Control by Theodore W. Allen This two-volume work explores how America's ruling classes created the category of the "white...

Cinderella's Deal With The Colonel by Jenni Fletcher is a romantic tale of revenge and intrigue set in the 1800s. When Abigail's father falls into debt due to a marquess's scheme, she seeks...

The concept of morality has evolved alongside human society. As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, traditional notions of right and wrong are being reevaluated. In this context, Theodore...

Psychodynamic Treatment of Depression, Second Edition by Fredric N. Busch, M.D.;Marie Rudden, M.D.;Theodore Shapiro, M.D. This comprehensive guide to psychodynamic psychotherapy offers a nuanced...

The New England Journal of Medicine is one of the world's most influential medical journals. Its conclusions are often cited by doctors and reported in the media to a broad audience, but can they be...

The Utopian Function of Art and Literature Selected Essays by Ernst Bloch This collection of essays explores the role of art in shaping our understanding of social realities and human aspirations...

Autonomy After Auschwitz: Adorno, German Idealism, and Modernity by Martin Shuster explores the relationship between modern freedom and extreme evils like genocide. Drawing on the work of philosopher...

The Bright Places Collector's Edition by Jennifer Niven is a poignant love story about two teenagers who find each other at the edge. This special collector's edition features exclusive bonus...

Before the Dawn: an AFK Book is an official novel set in the world of RWBY, a hit animated web series. E.C. Myers and the show's head writers have crafted an epic story that follows four teenagers as...

Dialectic of Enlightenment explores the relationship between humanity and its environment, tracing the development of Western history and subjectivity from ancient myths to modern society. Written by...

The Making of a Counterculture by Theodore Roszak described the youth movement of the late 1960s as fleeing science "as if from a place inhabited by plague." However, this view oversimplifies the...

Theodor Adorno's critique of language and its role in shaping thought is as relevant today as it was when first written. In this work, he challenges the use of jargon in existentialist philosophy,...

The Sixth Element: How Carbon Shapes Our World Astronomers Theodore Snow and Don Brownlee explore the story of carbon from a cosmic perspective, revealing its origins in starry furnaces, unique...

Fair Game A Holmes and Watson Adventure by Douglas Stuart is set in 1904 at the Saint Louis World's Fair. President Theodore Roosevelt has invited two guests, Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson, to attend...

The Fundamental Book of Sigil Magick Vol. 3 The Compendium - A Directory of Magick Sigils by K P Theodore. This comprehensive guide to sigil magick provides a detailed directory of magical symbols,...

London 1721. William Spandel is deeply in debt and desperate. Sir Theodore Janssen, director of the recently collapsed South Sea Company, offers him a lifeline. However, there's a catch: Spandel must...

The China Study All-Star Collection brings together top plant-based chefs and cookbook authors to share their favorite recipes. This collection features dishes from leading figures in the vegan...

The Gulf of Naples was a magnet for European intellectuals in the 1920s, drawn to its untouched landscape. Among those who visited were scholars at a formative stage in their journeys, including...

Theodor W. Adorno's Philosophy of New Music is a foundational work in musicological philosophy that explores the relationship between composition and musical reproduction. First published in 1949,...

Mark Twain's final and uncensored masterpiece is presented in three volumes. This third and final volume crowns and completes his life's work, offering a unique glimpse into the author's inner and...

A riveting crime story and a devastating commentary on the American dream, An American Tragedy is a landmark novel that explores the darker side of the pursuit of success. Written by Theodore Dreiser...

A History of the Social Sciences in 101 Books is an intellectual history that brings together a diverse range of researchers to present short essays on 101 books that have shaped the field of social...

Theodor W. Adorno's analysis of the new right-wing extremism of the 1960s remains a prescient warning for today's world. In 1967, Adorno delivered a lecture on the rise of the National Democratic...

John Muir's life was a testament to his unwavering passion for nature. In Donald Worster's comprehensive biography, A Passion for Nature, Muir's extraordinary ability to inspire others to appreciate...

The third instalment in Theodore Gray's Elements Trilogy, Reactions offers a captivating exploration of chemistry through stunning photography and storytelling. Building upon his previous books, The...

America's most iconic monument was born from a bold vision in the 1920s. Plans were made to carve the faces of four influential leaders into the Black Hills, and by 1939, George Washington, Thomas...

Doris Kearns Goodwin's Leadership in Turbulent Times is an invaluable guide to the development and exercise of leadership. Drawing upon her extensive research, she explores how four presidents -...

Aesthetics and Modernity from Schiller to the Frankfurt School by Jerome Carroll, Steve Giles, Maike Oergel This collection of essays explores the complex relationships between aesthetics and...

The Rough Riders was a nickname given to a unit of 125,000 volunteers who answered President William McKinley's call for help in the Spanish-American War. Formed in 1898, they were one of three...

The Frankfurt School on Religion: Key Writings by Major Thinkers Eduardo Mendieta brings together a collection of readings and essays that reveal the connections between the Frankfurt School's work...

The brown pelican: a bird with a complex and often fraught relationship with humanity. This compelling story explores the history of human interaction with the brown pelican, from its near-extinction...

Lying appears to be ubiquitous, a universal principle as Franz Kafka described it. Despite recent books on the subject, systematic attention from philosophers, social scientists, and literary...

The relationship between religion and media has undergone significant changes in recent decades. This comprehensive study brings together 25 contributors to explore the complex connections between...

Anatomy of the Moving Body, Second Edition A Basic Course in Bones, Muscles, and Joints by Theodore Dimon, Jr. This comprehensive anatomy book explores the complex system of bones, muscles, and...

Assembling a Black Counter Culture by DeForrest Brown (Jr.) is a critical history that reclaims techno's origins in Detroit and beyond. This book explores how the genre has been shaped over time by a...

Engraving the Savage: The New World and Techniques of Civilization by Michael Gaudio explores how popular engravings of Native American Indians defined Western civilization. In 1585, John White...

Louisa May Alcott's Little Women follows the lives, loves and tribulations of four sisters growing up during the American Civil War. Based on her own childhood experiences with her real-life sisters,...

The incredible true story of John "Jack" Whiteside Parsons is one of genius and mystery. A rocket scientist by day and black magic occultist by night, Jack's life was marked by a colorful cast of...

The Making of International Criminal Justice: A View from the Bench: Selected Speeches by Theodor Meron This collection of speeches offers a unique insight into the development of international...

In the Arena: A History of American Presidential Hopefuls A comprehensive look at 34 American leaders who captured their party's nomination for the presidency but never reached the Oval Office. This...

Mary Magdalene: Hidden Illumined One The Journey, the Legends, the Teachings by Theodore Nottingham. For centuries, Mary Magdalene's story has been overshadowed by misconceptions and myths. Recent...

The Last Liberal Republican: An Insider's Perspective on Nixon's Surprising Social Policy This memoir offers a unique insight into the domestic policies of the Nixon administration, revealing how the...

Impact Evaluation of Quality Management in Higher Education by Theodor Leiber provides a systematic approach to assessing the effectiveness of quality management in higher education institutions...

White Slaves, African Masters: An Anthology of American Barbary Captivity Narratives brings together a selection of sensational tales from nineteenth-century America, in which whites were captured...

Theodor Adorno's Philosophical Elements of a Theory of Society is a thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between philosophy and sociology. Given his experience as an exile in America...

The Fight for Racial Justice at Duke University On 13 February 1969, a dramatic confrontation took place at Duke University's Allen administration building. Nearly twenty people were taken to...

When two people from different worlds meet on the ledge of a tower, their lives are forever changed. For Theodore Finch, each day is a struggle to find meaning in a world that seems determined to end...

Beyond Moral Judgment by Alice Crary Alice Crary's Beyond Moral Judgment challenges our understanding of moral thought and its demands. She argues that contemporary answers to these questions offer...

The Battle of Saratoga in 1777 marked a significant turning point in American history. However, this traditional view overlooks the complexity of the situation on the ground. Theodore Corbett's new...

The Stars Begin to Fall: A Pathway to National Solidarity Racism is an existential threat to America, according to Theodore R. Johnson. It undermines the American Promise enshrined in our...

Theodore Hughes explores the complex relationships between literature and film in early twentieth-century Korea, shedding light on how artists navigated colonial rule and global modernity. He...

The "Battle of Bud Dajo" remains one of the most infamous atrocities committed by American forces in the Philippines. In March 1906, over 1,000 Moro men, women, and children were killed on top of an...

Benjamin and Brecht: The Story of a Friendship A fascinating account of the friendship between two of the twentieth century's most brilliant minds is presented in this groundbreaking work. Walter...

Berlin Stories is a beautifully presented hardcover anthology of stories set in Berlin. Spanning over a century, this collection of stories reflects the city's rich and turbulent history, from its...

The God Dialogues: A Philosophical Journey by Torin Alter and Robert J. Howell is an engaging exploration of the existence of God. This thought-provoking book presents a comprehensive debate,...

The First Voyage around the World, 1519-1522: An Account of Magellan's Expedition In 1519, five ships set sail from Seville on a journey that would become the first circumnavigation of the globe. The...

Archie Goodwin goes undercover to investigate a brutal attack on Theodore Horstmann, the orchid keeper at Nero Wolfe's brownstone. When Horstmann stumbles in beaten and near death, Archie puts aside...

The Anatomy of Motive: A Deep explores the Minds of Violent Criminals Every crime is a complex puzzle with a hidden motive at its core. Understanding this motive can be the key to solving the mystery...

The Birth of Big Game Fishing by Randy Wayne White and Carlene Fredericka Brennen This book tells the story of how tarpon fishing became a popular sport in Florida, from its early beginnings to its...

Zara Riddle's life as a witch is never dull. Her powers make her a magnet for the recently deceased, who often seek her help in solving their untimely deaths. When a new ghost appears at her...

William Howard Taft: A President's Constitutional Conscience In 1908, William Howard Taft won a presidential election as Theodore Roosevelt's handpicked successor. Despite his initial reluctance to...

The summer of 1799 saw a new fad take root in British society: the inhalation of nitrous oxide, also known as "laughing gas". This pioneering experiment was led by Humphry Davy, who would later...

Doris Kearns Goodwin's Leadership in Turbulent Times is a profound exploration of leadership and its development over time. Drawing on her extensive research into four U.S. presidents - Abraham...

Film and Stereotype: A Challenge for Cinema and Theory by Jörg Schweinitz explores the complex relationship between film and stereotype. Since the early days of cinema, critics have debated the value...

The Beecher-Tilton Scandal: A Story of Love, Deception and Faith. In 1875, the nation was shocked by accusations of adultery against one of America's most respected moral leaders. Henry Ward Beecher,...