6689 results for 'Besson, Peter'

Police Sergeant Hamish Macbeth's life in his remote Scottish village is about to take an unexpected turn. Priscilla Halburton-Smythe's engagement has brought a sense of tranquility, but her...

Undercliffe Cemetery: A Victorian City of the Dead In 19th-century Bradford, death was a matter of social standing. The newly laid out Undercliffe Cemetery, designed by William Gay, offered a...

A delightful collection of holiday stories from Soho Crime authors. This anthology features eighteen tales that blend laughs, murders, and heartwarming reminders of the season. From a Korean War POW...

London, Reign Over Me: How England's Capital Built Classic Rock In 1960s London, a new sound was born from the ashes of war. Young musicians like Peter Frampton, Dave Davies, and Mick Jagger drew...

The Self-Help Delusion by Peter Seal is a thought-provoking exploration of how our perceptions shape our experiences. According to Seal, people often want change in their lives, but they themselves...

Under the Bed: Exploring the Gothic in Children's Literature The gothic has become an integral part of children's literature, influencing how young readers progress through different stages of growth...

Worlds Beyond Time: Sci-fi Art of the 1970s is a comprehensive visual history of the iconic art from 1970s paperback sci-fi novels. This collectible volume showcases the extraordinary images created...

Clinical Psychology for Trainees by Andrew C. Page, Werner G. K. Stritzke and Peter M. McEvoy provides a comprehensive exploration of the scientist-practitioner model, essential for developing core...

Inside Story: A 40-Year Retrospective of Politics and Intrigue. Philip Webster's insider account offers a unique perspective on four decades of politics, from the fall of Labour in 1979 to the shock...

Heaven Is Beautiful How Dying Taught Me That Death Is Just the Beginning by Peter Baldwin Panagore is a powerful account of one man's journey to the afterlife. In 1980, Panagore's life was cut short...

We think our wealth today comes from productive corporations and workers, but they merely add icing to a cake baked long ago. In this thought-provoking book, Peter Barnes argues that most of today's...

Deadly attacks carried out in the name of Islam have become an all-too-familiar reality in modern life. In response, Western leaders and media often reassure us that these acts are unrelated to...

For HR leaders looking to drive change and develop their workforce, this collection of articles offers practical insights into how to partner with the C-suite, transform performance management...

Rethinking Knife Crime Policing, Violence and Moral Panic? This critical textbook explores knife crime in its global and historical context, examining the "second wave" of knife crime in Britain. It...

The St. Albans Psalter Painting and Prayer in Medieval England By Kristen M. Collins, Peter Kidd, and Nancy Turner This 12th-century manuscript is one of the most significant and enigmatic books...

The Bible and the Believer: How to Read the Bible Critically and Religiously For many people, the Bible is either sacred scripture or historical text. However, it can be both. This book brings...

In Search of the Romanovs: A Family's Quest to Solve One of History's Most Brutal Crimes A gripping true-life detective story that spans generations, In Search of the Romanovs follows the quest to...

The Fall of Rome and the Birth of Europe is a fresh look at how a recognizable Europe came into being in the first millennium AD. Peter Heather explores the dynamics of migration and social...

Holistic Solutions for Anxiety & Depression in Therapy Combining Natural Remedies with Conventional Care by Peter Bongiorno provides a comprehensive framework for understanding holistic care and its...

Faith That Works: Exploring Christian Ministry in Everyday Life The Keswick Convention 2009 explored the theme of 'faith that works' - a message that challenges Christians to live out their faith in...

Bill Haley - the man who brought rock 'n' roll into the mainstream. His song "Crazy Man, Crazy" was the first rock 'n' roll song to break the Billboard Top 20 in 1953 and was followed by his...

Thom Harinck, Godfather of Muay Thai Kickboxing in the West, is a candid and insightful memoir from a legendary coach. With over 40 years of experience in the world of martial arts, Harinck shares...

The Constant Rabbit by Jasper Fforde is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human society through the lens of an unlikely protagonist. In the village of Much Hemlock, a family...

Through the Prism: Untold Rock Stories from the Hipgnosis Archive by Aubrey Powell A behind-the-scenes look at the legendary graphic design firm Hipgnosis, founded in 1967 by Aubrey "Po" Powell,...

Casey Blue's victory at the Badminton Horse Trials has earned her and her horse Storm an invitation to the prestigious Kentucky Three Day Event. However, this dream come true soon turns into a...

A literary thriller that plunges into the chaos of Los Angeles, Kill Dick is a dark and satirical exploration of wealth, exploitation, and the perilous line between survival and self-destruction. At...

The Music Never Stops: A Personal Journey Through Fifty Iconic Concerts Peter Shapiro's remarkable career as an independent concert promoter spans over four decades, taking him from the legendary...

Cybersecurity What Everyone Needs to Know by Peter W. Singer and Allan Friedman is a comprehensive guide to understanding the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity. As our modern way of life...

Birmingham's humble beginnings as a village worth only one pound in the Domesday Survey belie its remarkable rise to become the second city of the British Empire. A market charter granted by Peter de...

From her debut in 1930 with a signature "boop-oop-a-doop", Betty Boop has become an enduring American icon. This lively account explores the creation and evolution of the first female, fully human...

John Mayall, the Blues Crusader: His Life and Music Dinu Logoz's biography is a comprehensive look at the life and career of blues icon John Mayall. From his early days as a teenager jamming in his...

The stories of those who lived through one of Britain's most infamous crimes are often overshadowed by the name of the perpetrator. In "Somebody's Mother, Somebody's Daughter", Carol Ann Lee sheds...

China's Civilian Army: The Making of Wolf Warrior Diplomacy by Peter Martin is a groundbreaking exploration of China's rise as a global superpower. Drawing on the memoirs of over 100 retired...

The Art of SQL by Stephane Faroult and Peter Robson is a comprehensive guide to writing efficient and effective SQL code. As data volumes continue to grow, database performance has become a major...

The Fort at River's Bend is the fifth book in Jack Whyte's saga. Merlyn Britannicus faces a new challenge as he educates his young charge, Arthur, who will one day become King of the Britons. An...

English Magic and Imperial Madness: A Critical Analysis of Susanna Clarke's Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell This study explores the intersection of magic and colonialism in Regency England, as...

Broadway in the Box: Television's Lasting Love Affair with the Musical By Kelly Kessler The musical has long been a staple of American television, with its first appearance on the small screen dating...

Islamophobia and the Novel by Peter Morey explores how recent works of fiction have framed and responded to the rise of anti-Muslim prejudice in the post-9/11 West. This analysis examines novels that...

The Evolution of Blues Music in Early 20th Century America By Peter C. Muir Blues music has long been associated with the early 20th century, but its origins stretch back further. This book explores...

Twentieth Century-Fox: A Comprehensive History of the Zanuck-Skouras Era. From its humble beginnings in 1935, Twentieth Century Fox emerged as one of the most influential film studios of its time...

Atrévete a retarme. Serie Las guerreras Maxwell 7 by Megan Maxwell is a romance novel that explores the challenges and opportunities that arise when individuals step out of their comfort zones. In...

Television: The Medium and Its Manners by Peter Conrad explores how this ubiquitous medium has become an integral part of our lives. First published in 1982, Conrad argues that television's impact...

Eliza Davis has found a new home in a small community that offers her everything she wanted: a sense of belonging and a fresh start. She's also gained two unlikely friends - Simone, her best friend,...

Debating Multiculturalism: Should There Be Minority Rights? Multiculturalism has become a contentious issue in many countries around the world. While some argue that it is essential for fair and...

William Faulkner's modernist novels are renowned for their complexity and difficulty. However, his work also extends to the "culture industry," including short stories, adaptations, and screenplays,...

The Infamous Harry Hayward: A True Account of Murder and Mesmerism in Gilded Age Minneapolis A shocking tale of seduction, murder, and deception unfolds in this account of the trial of Harry Hayward,...

The Revival of Stoicism in Northern Europe: Rubens and Lipsius In 16th-century Flemish intellectual life, two influential figures intertwined their careers. Justus Lipsius' revival of Roman Stoicism...

The Disco Files 1973-78 New York's Underground, Week by Week Vince Aletti's weekly column for Record World magazine chronicled the emergence of disco culture in the early 1970s. As the scene grew,...

Moody Cow Meditates is a vibrant and funny children's book that introduces kids to the power of meditation. After a particularly bad day, Peter the cow learns how to settle his mind and let go of his...

The Venus Blueprint: Uncovering the Ancient Science of Sacred Spaces by Richard Merrick. In 2010, Richard Merrick's family trip to Scotland's Rosslyn chapel sparked an intellectual and personal...

Detective Inspector Bill Reid's murder in the tranquil grounds of the St Peter's Police Treatment Centre sets off a chain of events that takes DCI Banks to the dark streets of Tallinn, Estonia...

Fearie Tales: Stories of the Grimm and Gruesome is an anthology of dark fairy tales reimagined by some of today's finest writers. Edited by Britain's best-known anthologist of dark tales, Stephen...

A Girl Called Hope by Grace Thompson is a heart-wrenching saga that explores the complexities of family life in post-War England. When Hope's marriage falls apart, she turns to her friends for...

Three Views on the New Testament Use of Old Testament presents three distinct approaches to understanding the relationship between the Old and New Testaments. Leading biblical scholars Walter Kaiser,...

Prairie Fever: How British Aristocrats Staked a Claim to the American West by Peter Pagnamenta explores the intriguing story of well-born Britons who ventured west in search of adventure and...

A large and widening gap has opened between Western democracies' international ambitions and their domestic political capacity to support them. Issues such as immigration, international trade, and...

A philosophical challenge to the ableist conflation of disability and pain is explored in "The Life Worth Living". For over two thousand years, Aristotle's idea that deformed children should not be...

Benito Mussolini's leadership remains shrouded in controversy, with different interpretations emerging about the nature of his dictatorship. This is partly due to the contradictions within his rule:...

The Civil War Era Through Material Objects Material culture plays a significant role in understanding individual and social relationships during historical periods. In the context of the American...

The Living Wage: Advancing a Global Movement By Tony Dobbins and Peter Prowse Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group, 2021 As wealth inequality rises, the need for a living wage has become increasingly...

Diana Hunter's keen analytical mind made her a skilled operative in the Canadian Security Intelligence Service. However, this brilliant reputation attracted a deadly enemy - the elusive assassin...

La transición adolescente: un estudio profundo sobre el proceso de desarrollo durante esta etapa crucial de la vida.En este libro, Peter Blos analiza el impacto duradero del entorno en los...

George Oppen and the Fate of Modernism by Peter Nicholls offers a fresh perspective on the poet's work. This study charts Oppen's commitment to Marxism and his exploration of Existentialism,...

Martin Luther: A Catholic Dissident The 31st of October 2017 marks a significant anniversary in the history of Christianity, as Martin Luther pinned his 95 'Theses' to the door of his local...

The Beautiful Poetry of Football Commentary by Charlie Eccleshare Football commentary is often described as the poetry of the game, with its own unique rhythm and flair. This anthology brings...

The Crime Book Big Ideas Simply Explained by Peter James is an overview guide to the subject of crime, tackling tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy-to-follow format. Part of the Big Ideas...

The Untold History of the United States by Oliver Stone and Peter Kuznick is a landmark account of the rise and decline of the American empire. Spanning eighteen presidencies from Woodrow Wilson to...

The Children That Time Forgot by Peter Harrison and Mary Harrison is a collection of remarkable stories about children who claim to have experienced events from past eras. The idea for this book was...

The Battle of Bastogne: A Story of Survival and Sacrifice In December 1944, the German army launched a surprise attack on the strategic town of Bastogne, hoping to push the Allied forces back into...

In "The Vengeance of Snails", Chrys Cymri weaves a tale of magic and mystery set in a world that parallels England. A young protagonist, Clyde, harbours a dark secret: he is believed to have killed...

The Davos Encounter: A Philosophical Debate that Shaped Twentieth-Century Thought. In 1929, two of Europe's most influential thinkers, Martin Heidegger and Ernst Cassirer, engaged in a public...

A Guide to a Multi-Domain Model of Living and Education by David Carter and Peter Caffrey offers practical guidance for navigating the complexities of school life. Grounded in academic theory and...

The Demon in the Freezer: A True Story by Richard Preston In the aftermath of the 2001 anthrax attacks, scientists working with biological agents faced a daunting challenge: protecting civilian...

God, Tsar, and People brings together essays written over fifty years to reveal how early modern Russians imagined their rapidly changing political world. Using a wide range of evidence, including...

Asian American Film and Video: A Study of Cinematic Projections and Identity. This book offers an in-depth analysis of how Asian American filmmakers frame and are framed by history, exploring the...

Synergistic Selection: How Cooperation Has Shaped Evolution and the Rise of Humankind by Peter A. Corning is a groundbreaking exploration of the evolution of life on Earth. According to Corning,...

The Devil's Bargain by Stella Rimington A high-stakes game of cat and mouse unfolds when a former spy and a current politician are forced to confront their pasts. Harry Bristow, a man with a troubled...

The History of England by Peter Ackroyd is a comprehensive account of the Stuart dynasty, spanning from the accession of James VI to the deposition and exile of his grandson, James II. This period...

A recent discovery on the Sedgemoor battlefield sets off a chain of events in this gripping thriller. A badly decomposed body is found during an archaeological dig, and Detective Chief Inspector...

A Quiet Company of Dangerous Men: The Forgotten British Special Operations Soldiers of World War II by Shannon Monaghan. In the early years of World War II, Britain's SOE was formed to "set Europe...

Wicked Weird: An Anthology of New England Horror Writers brings together twenty-one unsettling tales from some of the most talented authors in the region. These stories reveal hidden secrets and...

Peter Reinhart's journey to find the perfect pizza takes him from Italy to America, exploring the stories behind some of the world's most iconic pizzas. He searches for traditional focaccia col...

Authentic Reconstruction Authenticity, Architecture and the Built Heritage by John Bold, Peter Larkham, Robert Pickard explores the concept of authenticity in the context of heritage and identity in...

Thomas Hardy's Women In Life and Literature by Peter Tait explores the complex relationships between Thomas Hardy and the women who influenced his life and work. Through a close examination of his...

Brands on a Mission: Achieving Social Impact and Business Growth Through Purpose by Myriam Sidibe explores how companies can create a performance culture that drives impact through purpose. Drawing...

The Black Sun: Montauk's Nazi-Tibetan Connection by Peter Moon. This book delves into the mysterious connections between the Third Reich and Tibet, revealing a web of secrets that extends to an...

This thoughtful Food & Symptom Journal is designed to help you track your meals and symptoms, uncovering patterns that can inform a healthier lifestyle. Created by Ada J. Peters, it's a simple yet...

Twilight Zone 19 Original Stories on the 50th Anniversary celebrates the groundbreaking television series that first aired in 1959. The show's unique style explored powerful human themes, such as...

The Prosthetic Imagination: A History of the Novel as Artificial Life by Peter Boxall explores how the novel has been shaped by the intersection of technology, society, and the human body. From the...

Rainbird, a full-length play by Peter Mortimer, brings to life the remarkable story of Victor Noble Rainbird, a talented artist who rose to fame in early 20th-century Britain. Despite his...

Thirty years of healing and transformation are presented in this comprehensive guide to creating gender equity and reconciliation. By confronting gender injustice from all sides and moving through a...

Working with High-Risk Youth: A Relationship-Based Practice Framework by Peter Smyth provides a comprehensive approach to supporting vulnerable young people. This fully revised and expanded second...

Breakthrough: Great Companies Set Outrageous Objectives and Achieve Them Great companies don't just aim for success - they set out to achieve something truly remarkable. By setting ambitious,...

Introducing Codename: WARLORD Volume 1, a graphic novel that brings back a beloved character from the pages of the iconic comic WARLORD. First published in 1974, Lord Peter Flint, aka WARLORD, was a...

Bobby Preston's life is full of promise as he begins his new venture in Africa. He has been granted a Crown Land farm and is eager to build a happy life with a woman by his side. Katie, the girl he...

A teenage body has been discovered at Cranwell Lake, and Detective Peter Porteous is called to investigate. As he delves into the case, he uncovers a mystery that leads him to a missing person from...

The Peacock Angel: An Esoteric Exploration of Yezidism This book presents a study of the interior dimensions of Yezidism, an ancient and secretive culture that worships Melek Ta'us, the Peacock Angel...

Against All Enemies by Tom Clancy and Peter Telep is a heart-stopping thriller that delves into the dark world of espionage and terrorism. When Ex-Navy SEAL and CIA operative Maxwell Moore barely...

The Quiet Americans: Four CIA Spies at the Dawn of the Cold War by Scott Anderson. At the end of World War II, the United States was hailed as a champion of freedom and democracy. However, it soon...

Llandudno's Military Heritage by Peter Johnson and Adrian Hughes explores the significant impact that military activity has had on this north Wales town over the centuries. From its early days as a...