1032 results for 'Thomas A Kempis'

The Sword And The Scimitar is a gripping tale of the Great Siege of Malta, where loyalty, sacrifice, and bloodshed collide. In 1565, Malta faces a ferocious attack by a vast Turkish fleet, and the...

The Tour According to G: My Journey to the Yellow Jersey by Geraint Thomas Geraint Thomas's remarkable story is one of perseverance and triumph. For years, he was plagued by bad luck and crashes in...

Rivers of Gold: The Rise of the Spanish Empire by Hugh Thomas is a vivid and compelling narrative that brings to life the spirit of an ebullient age. In the 15th century, Spanish adventurers set sail...

Thomas Babington Macaulay's influential History of England played a significant role in shaping Victorian Britain's sense of identity. This book explores the complex ideas and motivations behind two...

The Boy Who Could Fly by Sally Gardner is a heartwarming story about growing in confidence and using your gifts.When Thomas's wish to fly is magically granted, he finds himself at the centre of...

Under Milk Wood A Play for Voices by Dylan Thomas A poignant and evocative portrayal of life in a seaside village, Under Milk Wood is a radio play that weaves a rich tapestry of dreams and reality...

The Spanish Civil War by Hugh Thomas A comprehensive and objective account of a pivotal conflict that continues to provoke intense debate today. This revised and updated edition of Hugh Thomas's...

Dylan Thomas's Collected Poems 1934-1952 is a comprehensive collection of his most celebrated and enduring works. Authored by the poet himself just before his untimely death, this edition features...

Leslie Thomas QC's memoir is a powerful and personal account of his life's work as a lawyer, dedicated to fighting for the underdog and holding the State to account. Spanning over five decades, the...

Ronald Stuart Thomas's Collected Poems, 1945-1990 is a poignant collection of verse that explores the human condition. Written over a span of nearly four decades, these poems grapple with the...

A story of love and astronomy spans twenty years, exploring the complex bond between two unlikely friends, Thomas and Grace, as they navigate their faith, relationships, and the natural world.Set in...

Thomas Gradgrind believes that in Coketown, facts and figures are all that matter. But when the circus arrives, it brings a young girl named Sissy Jupe who will change everything.Sissy has been...

The New World Order: A Pyramidal Conspiracy The concept of a New World Order is often shrouded in mystery and controversy. At its core, it refers to a transitional phase between sovereign nations and...

The Theory and Practice of Lunch by Keith Waterhouse is a witty and authoritative guide to the art of taking the most agreeable meal of the day. Written by a keen observer of social habits, this...

Build a Fanbase on Your Own Terms: A Practical Guide to the New Music Business In the music industry, the power to get exposed to thousands of potential fans has shifted from major labels to...

The Ghost Tree Ruth's return to Edinburgh after years of exile brings with it a daunting task: clearing her late father's house. As she sifts through his belongings, she discovers a hidden cupboard...

The world has been shaped by evil more often than by good. Evil often insinuates itself around the truth, courage, and reality, earning its name. John Thomas Rourke and his loved ones have faced evil...

The Leviathan by Rosie Andrews is a spellbinding mystery and a story of impossible things. In Norfolk, 1643, Thomas Treadwater returns home to find his family in turmoil. His father is dying, his...

The Sacred Search: What If It's Not About Who You Marry, But Why?Revised edition by Gary Thomas explores how to make wise marital choices and build a relationship around shared spiritual mission...

The Great Reset is a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the elites' proposed "Great Reset", a global socialist plan aimed at transforming the world's economic structure. As the plannedemic...

Four Revenge Tragedies is a collection of four plays that explore the complexities of revenge and its consequences. The works of Thomas Kyd, Cyril Tourneur, Thomas Middleton, and George Chapman are...

Thomas Tadlock, MS, created the Miracle Metabolism protocol to transform his life and the lives of thousands of his students worldwide. In this book, you'll learn how to transform your body with ease...

Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David ThomasThis book offers a practical guide to helping boys navigate common emotional struggles, including anger, anxiety,...

Sir Thomas Wyatt: The Complete Poems The poetry of Sir Thomas Wyatt reflects the complexities of his life, shaped by his experiences as a diplomat and his entanglements with the royal court. His...

The Minor Prophets: A Theological Introduction by Craig G. Bartholomew and Heath A. Thomas offers a unique exploration of these often-overlooked books of the Hebrew Bible. Focusing on their...

If I Were King by Chelsea O'Byrne is a heartwarming story about the power of imagination and the importance of home. After a particularly strong wish, Thomas finds himself in a surprising situation -...

The Rule of Law by Thomas Henry Bingham This thought-provoking book explores the concept of the rule of law, a phrase often used but rarely examined. Britain's former senior law lord, Thomas Henry...

The Raven's Nest: An Icelandic Journey Through Light and DarknessAs an anthropologist and film-maker, Sarah Thomas embarked on a transformative journey to Iceland in 2008. What began as a week-long...

This collection of short stories showcases the unique voice and perspective of Thomas Morris. With its blend of humor, unsettling moments, and originality, it's no wonder this book has been praised...

A rare and intriguing novel by Scarlett Thomas, The End of Mr Y is a story about a mysterious book that seems to have a life of its own. Ariel Manto's discovery of a copy in a second-hand bookshop...

Dylan Thomas's Portrait of the Artist as a Young Dog is a collection of ten short stories that explore the exuberance and enthusiasm of youth. Written in vivid prose, these tales draw on the author's...

Thomas Sowell presents a new perspective on affirmative action, investigating its actual consequences in the United States and in other countries where it has been in effect. This book evaluates the...

Tom Brown's Schooldays by Thomas Hughes is a timeless account of a young boy's journey through adolescence. Set against the backdrop of Rugby School in the mid-nineteenth century, this novel follows...

In 1902 Finland was under Russian rule, and Eeva's life was marked by loss and struggle. Orphaned as a child, she is sent to an orphanage before being employed as a servant to a widowed doctor,...

London's sweltering heatwave in 1664 is matched only by the tensions simmering in the corridors of power as war with the Dutch looms. In this, the sixth adventure for Thomas Chaloner, historical...

A Suitable Vengeance by Elizabeth George is set against the tranquil backdrop of Cornwall's picturesque landscape. When a local journalist is brutally murdered, Inspector Thomas Lynley is drawn into...

Richard Nixon: A Complex Life This comprehensive biography offers a radical and unique portrait of America's 37th president, Richard Nixon. Evan Thomas presents a nuanced exploration of a...

The Roaring Girl is a Norton Critical Edition of Thomas Middleton and Thomas Dekker's play, accompanied by explanatory annotations, illustrations, and a detailed introduction. This edition provides a...

A Laodicean by Thomas Hardy In this Penguin Classics edition, Thomas Hardy's novel A Laodicean is presented with an introduction and notes that shed new light on its themes. The story revolves around...

R. S. Thomas's poetry is marked by its stark yet passionate nature, reflecting his personal experiences of rural Wales. This collection of poems showcases his unique voice and style, which has been...

Jude the Obscure, a novel by Thomas Hardy, tells the story of a young man's struggles with his place in society. After his hopes of a university education are dashed, Jude marries a woman who later...

A collection of five classic revenge plays from the Elizabethan era, exploring themes of death, power and justice. This anthology brings together works by William Shakespeare, Thomas Middleton, John...

Thomas Jefferson, the Architect of American Liberty A comprehensive biography of the most complex Founding Father, Thomas Jefferson, is long overdue. John B. Boles' biography offers a fresh...

A poignant and passionate novel about the power of first love. Lie With Me is a story of two young men who find each other, despite the dangers and uncertainties of their world. Philippe's chance...

Thomas Moore's Care of the Soul offers a new way of thinking about daily life, exploring its problems and creative opportunities. This powerful guide helps you look more deeply into emotional issues...

The Way of Chuang Tzu by Thomas Merton A modern interpretation of the timeless wisdom of Taoism, this collection brings together Thomas Merton's own translations of the classic sayings of Chuang Tzu...

Dark Nights of the Soul: A Guide to Finding Your Way Through Life's Ordeals by Thomas Moore is a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience. Every life is marked by periods of darkness and...

Abbot Vonier's magnum opus presents a profound and intellectually enriching exploration of the Eucharist, drawing on the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas and the Council of Trent. This carefully...

A compelling tale beautifully told, Mr Mac & Me is a story of an unlikely friendship that will keep you turning the pages. Set on the Suffolk coastline in 1914, the novel follows Thomas Maggs, a...

The Great Work Our Way into the Future by Thomas Berry Thomas Berry presents his most comprehensive vision for humanity's future, urging us to move from disrupting the Earth to becoming a benign...

England Under the Tudors by Geoffrey Rudolph Elton is a comprehensive history of a pivotal period in British and European history. Spanning from the commencement of Henry VII's reign to the death of...

The Last Days of Night by Graham Moore is a gripping historical legal thriller set against the backdrop of the 'War of the Currents' between Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse. In 1888, a young...

The Scorch Trials by James Dashner After escaping the maze, Thomas and the Gladers thought they had found a way back to a life of freedom. But the world outside is a desolate wasteland, ravaged by a...

The Letters of T.S. Eliot: 1898-1922 by Thomas Stearns Eliot This fifth volume of the collected letters of poet, playwright, essayist, and literary critic Thomas Stearns Eliot covers the years 1930...

Under the watchful eye of Orion, a mysterious force haunts three young men, Tom, Macey, and Thomas. As they struggle with the weight of time, they find themselves drawn to the same place - Mow Cop -...

The Honey Farm on the Hill by Jo Thomas is a heartwarming novel about a woman's journey back to her roots. Eighteen years after leaving Greece, Nell returns to the hilltop town where she fell in love...

Dorset's military heritage is a complex and fascinating story that spans centuries. From the Iron Age strongholds of the Durotriges tribes to the modern sea forts and nuclear bunkers of the Cold War,...

The King in His Beauty: A Biblical Theology of the Old and New Testaments by Thomas R. Schreiner This substantial and accessible overview of the whole Bible explores the overarching message conveyed...

The Viking London By Thomas Williams HarperCollins Publishers Limited, 2020 London was a city transformed by the Vikings, who brought with them a maelstrom of change and upheaval. Between 842 and...

Surrounded by Vampires Or, How to Slay the Time, Energy and Soul Suckers in Your Life by Thomas Erikson Feeling drained by people in your life? Do you struggle with conversations that leave you...

A People's Tragedy: Studies in Reformation by Eamon Duffy This book offers a fresh perspective on the English Reformation, focusing on the practices and institutions that ordinary people experienced,...

Andrew Martin explores why Britain's passion for old railways endures. He rides heritage lines and meets the preservationists behind them.The author discovers recurring themes, including the enduring...

The county of Somerset has a rich history spanning back to Anglo-Saxon England, with its origins tracing back to the kingdom of Wessex. Today, the county is renowned for its stunning natural beauty...

Mog is a beloved family cat. Her favourite toy, Bunny, goes missing and Mog sets out to find it. When Mrs Thomas says she will throw Bunny away, Mog and her beloved toy disappear. Judith Kerr's...

For many children, striving for perfection can be a heavy burden. Thomas S. Greenspon explores how this mindset can affect their daily lives, from school assignments to relationships and self-esteem...

The Fever Code is a gripping prequel to the Maze Runner series, set in a world ravaged by a deadly fever that has devastated the earth. The story follows Thomas, a young boy who emerges with the...

Clostridium Difficile: A Guide for Patients and Families C. diff, or Clostridium difficile, is a common hospital-acquired infection in the United States. It can be contracted by patients visiting a...

When the school day starts, Izzy expects a normal day at school. But today is different. Today, her headteacher is a vampire rat!Join Izzy and her friends as they navigate the ups and downs of...

Very Short Stories Flash Fiction by James ThomasA collection of concise and engaging stories, showcasing the art of flash fiction. Edited by DeWitt Henry, this anthology features a diverse range of...

Thomas Aquinas' fundamental philosophical works are presented in this convenient one-volume collection. The translations capture his sharp and transparent style, with terminological consistency...

Luke for Everyone by Nicholas Thomas Wright is a thoughtful guide to one of the books of the New Testament. Each short passage is accompanied by a discussion that provides background information,...

The Knight Who Wouldn't Fight is a charming picture book about the power of stories. Leo, a mouse who prefers reading to fighting, embarks on a mission to tame a dragon, but instead uses his love of...

Care of the Soul: A Guide for Cultivating Depth and Sacredness in Everyday Life by Thomas Moore is a powerful spiritual message for our troubled times. This 25th anniversary edition features a new...

Super Rabbit Boy Powers Up! by Thomas Flintham is a thrilling tale of bravery and skill. In this exciting adventure, a young hero must thwart the evil plans of a powerful villain to save the day...

Women Beware Women by Thomas Middleton is a darkly witty and psychologically complex play that explores the intricate web of relationships and motivations between its characters. In this gripping...

St. Anselm's Proslogion is a foundational work in medieval philosophy, exploring the nature of God and reality.This edition features an introduction well-suited for introductory courses, as well as...

The Anti-Processed Air Fryer Cookbook by Heather Thomas is a comprehensive guide to healthier cooking with the air fryer. With 90 simple recipes, it offers a range of options for breakfast, snacks,...

The Novelist A Novel by Jordan Castro is a witty and wise exploration of language, consciousness, and the human condition. The novel follows a young man as he navigates the complexities of...

A father's fight for his son's life is a story that will resonate with many. Thomas Moore's powerful account of parental alienation and the failures of the UK Family Law process is a page-turning...

The birth of the National Health Service marked a turning point in British history, and for one little girl, it was a matter of life and death. Born just one minute past midnight, Aneira 'Nye' Thomas...

This student edition of Thucydides' Book I features the Greek text alongside extensive philological notes and indexes. A later introduction and bibliography by Thomas Weidemann provides essential...

Life's Little Ironies is a collection of short stories by Thomas Hardy, published in 1996. These tales and sketches showcase Hardy's mastery of storytelling, with a wealth of description, realistic...

This collection of short stories explores the complexities and uncertainties of human connection. Thomas Morris's characters navigate fleeting encounters, unexpected situations, and profound...

Kevin Vost's book helps you master the ancient art of memorization, perfected by St. Thomas Aquinas over 700 years ago. The method is easy to learn and has been used by the author himself for decades...

Super Rabbit Boy Vs Super Rabbit Boss! by Thomas Flintham is a humorous tale of adventure and unexpected alliances. When Super Rabbit Boy is sucked into a world where the good guys are bad and the...

Thomas and his friends are excited to be at ballet class today. Outside, snowflakes fall softly as they arrive at Mr Elliot's dance studio. In the room, they practice their steps - first and second...

The 1 & 2 Timothy and Titus Bible Study Guide provides valuable guidance for Christian leaders and those seeking to lead and live well in their own context. Written by Tom Wright and Nicholas Thomas...

Thomas More's Utopia is a thought-provoking work of philosophical fiction that explores the idea of a perfect society. In this new translation, the author's vision of an ideal world is presented as a...

Selected Poems by Thomas Stearns Eliot is a collection of some of the poet's most celebrated works.The volume includes Prufrock and other observations, The Wasteland, The Hollow Men, Ash Wednesday,...

Lost Realms: Histories of Britain from the Romans to the VikingsThomas Williams brings to light the forgotten origins and untimely demise of Britain's ancient kingdoms, revealing a world of magic,...

Ireland A History by Thomas Bartlett is a comprehensive and authoritative history of the island, spanning from prehistory to the present day. This single-volume work integrates politics, society, and...

The Magic Mountain: A Novel by Thomas MannA new translation of the 1924 German classic, this novel tells the story of a man who visits a cousin in a tuberculosis sanatorium in Switzerland and stays...

A gripping spy thriller from the master of the modern spy thriller, Charles Cumming. Six weeks before she is due to become the first female head of MI6, Amelia Levene disappears without a trace...

Thomas Ligotti's "Teatro Grottesco" is a masterful exploration of the darker corners of human existence. Drawing on a tradition that began with Edgar Allan Poe, Ligotti crafts a world of eerie...

Hardy Women: Mother, Sisters, Wives, Muses by Paula Byrne is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the life of Thomas Hardy, one of Britain's most beloved authors. Through the eyes of the...

Thomas Paine's three-volume work, now available in one distinguished manuscript, presents his thoughts on reason, religion, and society. This edition includes all three volumes of Age of Reason,...

Reflecting on the life and teachings of Jesus can transform your daily life. This collection of biblical reflections invites you to put Jesus at the centre of your thoughts, actions, and emotions.In...

Thomas Middleton's A Mad World, My Masters and Other Plays brings together four witty and engaging comedies of city life, showcasing the versatility and innovative spirit of one of England's most...

Woodcutters, a novel by Thomas Bernhard, is a scathing critique of the Austrian bourgeoisie. A composer and his society wife, once admired by the narrator, now evoke his disdain. The evening's guest...

Alan Bennett's personal anthology brings together over seventy poems by six well-loved poets, including Thomas Hardy, A. E. Housman, John Betjeman, W. H. Auden, Louis MacNeice and Philip Larkin...