980 results for 'Affairs, Department for Constitutional'

John Wayne: The Life and Legend by Scott Eyman is a detailed and engaging biography that explores the life and legend of the iconic Hollywood actor. Eyman delves into Wayne's early life, revealing...

Malpertuis is a masterful puzzle box of a novel that redefines the haunted-house tradition. Written by Jean Ray, this 1943 French original has stood the test of time, remaining as inventive and...

In 16th-century Ferrara, a young girl's life is turned upside down when her family discovers her involvement in a secret love affair. Forced to flee, she is sent to the convent of Santa Caterina,...

Spike: An Intimate Memoir by Norma Farnes is a deeply personal and affectionate account of the life of Spike Milligan, a man of many talents and faces. For 35 years, Norma Farnes was Spike's manager...

Jim Thompson, a former American society dilettante, became a legendary spy and silk magnate in Thailand at the end of World War II. As the Cold War reached Thailand, America had a choice: should it...

Xi Jinping's rise to power has been marked by a hardline strategy that has both fascinated and alarmed observers. Chun Han Wong, a seasoned China reporter, offers a compelling and informative account...

The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani is a sweeping historical epic that explores love, family, and untold secrets set against the backdrop of WWII.Against the idyllic French coastline in the...

Understanding the foundations of the American Republic is crucial for navigating the complexities of the US government and its institutions. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the key...

Holistic Cosmetic Acupuncture: A Natural Guide to Rejuvenating Facial Acupuncture This comprehensive guide to cosmetic acupuncture explains the traditional practices and modern scientific...

This textbook supports the specification for AS and A-Level Ancient History (first teaching September 2017) and guides you through the use of power and politics in the Roman Senate and Imperial court...

Elvis and Me: The True Story of the Love Between Priscilla Presley and the King of Rock N' Roll This is Priscilla Presley's own account of her relationship with Elvis Presley, the man behind the...

Cooking Price-Wise is a charming collection of recipes from renowned gourmet Vincent Price, showcasing timeless international cuisine from around the world. The book features a range of easy-to-make...

The Kobzar is a foundational text of Ukrainian identity and literature, first translated into English by Peter Fedynsky. This collection of verse has played a significant role in shaping Ukraine's...

The Fate of Abraham: Why the West is Wrong about Islam by Peter Oborne A masterful analysis of the complex and often misunderstood relationship between Islam and the West. Peter Oborne challenges the...

Frida: The Biography of Frida Kahlo is a comprehensive and authoritative biography of the 20th-century artist. Born near Mexico City, Frida Kahlo grew up during the turbulent days of the Mexican...

The world's economic balance is under threat from the increasing influence of crude petroleum, posing a long-term ecological risk. The global financial crisis, triggered by high-risk gambles by...

Ayrton Senna: A Racing Legacy Ayrton Senna's love affair with racing began at just four years old, thanks to a go-kart given to him by his father. This early passion would propel him to become one of...

Maps of Our Spectacular Bodies is a heart-wrenching yet darkly funny story about coming-of-age at the end of life. It's a symphonic journey through one woman's body, celebrating desire, forgiveness,...

A new administration has just been sworn in, and to everyone's surprise, the president chooses a political enemy for the vital position of secretary of state. Ellen Adams, his new secretary of state,...

About Face by Donna Leon is a gripping mystery that showcases the author's elegant style. When a man is found murdered at a dinner party, Commissario Brunetti is drawn into a complex investigation...

Sex and the City is a modern comedy of errors, a fascinating foray into the lives of city dwellers. Candace Bushnell's regular New York Observer column has attracted a cult following, propelling her...

Olivia Rossi hasn't been able to write a word since tragedy struck two years ago, ripping her world apart. Seeking healing and her lost muse, she accepts an offer to spend the summer in Paris...

Elsa Morante was a woman of remarkable spirit and talent, born into a family of modest means in 1912. Her independent nature and fierce commitment to writing defined her life, and she went on to...

Lady Philippa Ware's hopes of a glittering debut and a brilliant marriage were shattered when her brother publicly denounced their father in a clandestine affair. Years later, Philippa finds the...

Summer, 1962, marks the beginning of a new chapter in Vivien Epstein's life. Following the death of her father, she arrives in London, searching for a man she had a brief but intense love affair with...

Set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe and the exotic landscapes of Thailand, Hothouse Flower is a romantic and moving tale of love, heartbreak, and hope. When Julia Forrester returns to Wharton...

Virgil's epic poem tells the story of Aeneas, a man caught between love, duty, and fate. Fleeing the ashes of Troy, he embarks on a journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome, navigating...

The Last Letter from Your Lover is a poignant and evocative novel spanning forty years, weaving together two women's stories of love, loss and betrayal. Journalist Ellie's search for a story leads...

A Stop-You-In-Your-Tracks Novel of Love and Liberation In 1924, Patricia and Peter are a modern married couple, living in New York. They drink, smoke, work, and believe in 'Love-Outside-Marriage'...

Jane Adeane is a woman with a sense of restlessness, convinced that her life is not yet what it should be. In 1865, she finds herself torn between two paths: a dangerous affair with a woman she...

Dostoevsky's The Double and The Gambler is a pair of strikingly original short novels that explore the darker aspects of human nature. The Double is a hallucinatory nightmare that follows a minor...

Patsy McGarry's memoir, Well, Holy God, is a candid and thought-provoking account of his life as a journalist, particularly in his role as Religious Affairs Correspondent for The Irish Times. The...

Ernest Shackleton's life was marked by both incredible adventure and personal turmoil. As one of history's greatest explorers, he led four expeditions to Antarctica, leaving an indelible mark on the...

Émile Zola's life was marked by turmoil and bravery. In 1898, he was sentenced to prison for defending a wrongly convicted man in the Dreyfus Affair. Fleeing France with just hours to spare, Zola...

The Orchid House is a sweeping and poignant novel by Lucinda Riley, spanning from the 1930s to the present day. Set against the backdrop of the Wharton Park estate in England and Thailand during...

The story of Sister Benedetta Carlini, Abbess of the Convent of the Mother of God, is one of the most fascinating and well-documented cases of a woman's rise and fall in a church community. Judith C...

Film Noir: A Comprehensive Handbook to the Genre Explore the dark and brooding world of Film Noir, a genre that has captivated audiences with its elegant style and complex themes. This comprehensive...

Lizzie Bartholomew's life has been marked by uncertainty and change. Abandoned as a baby, she spent her childhood moving between foster homes, leaving her with a deep-seated sense of disconnection...

When a long and seemingly happy marriage is shattered on Boxing Day, Louisa is left to pick up the pieces. Her husband's request for a divorce, coupled with his secret affair with a younger woman who...

Thérèse Raquin is a novel of turbulent passion, set in a dingy Parisian apartment where the protagonist, Thérèse, is trapped in a loveless marriage. Her life is shattered when she embarks on a...

Confidential Confidential: The Inside Story of Hollywood's Notorious Scandal Magazine In the 1950s, a new kind of celebrity magazine emerged, one that would shake the foundations of Hollywood's...

Murder at Claridge's is a gripping wartime whodunnit that delves into the complexities of espionage and deception. In October 1940, the Blitz rages on, but a kitchen porter's murder at Claridge's...

The Viscount's Convenient Bride by Josie Bonham is a Regency romance novel that follows Luke, the new Viscount Enstone, as he navigates his late father's affairs and discovers an unexpected...

In 1950, a secret affair in rural Ireland sets off a chain of events that would change the life of Marie Therese forever. Born out of wedlock and forced to leave her village as a child, she grows up...

Detective Inspector Jane Tennison's latest case is far from routine. A seemingly trivial dispute between neighbours over a property boundary has escalated into something much darker. As she delves...

The Gardener by Salley Vickers is a novel about two sisters who buy a run-down Jacobean house in the Welsh Marches. While one sister continues her life in London, the other is left alone to work the...

George Catlin's groundbreaking work explores the connection between the health and longevity of Native Americans and their unique sleeping practices. The author's observations of the strong...

A haunting and spellbinding meditation on violence and exile, Amulet is a poignant exploration of memory and history. Set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in Mexican history, this novel tells...

The Revised Standard Version Catholic Bible, Compact Edition, Zipper Duradera is a compact and portable version of the Catholic Bible, ideal for those on the go. This edition features a Presentation...

The King Maker: The Man Who Saved George VI By Geordie Greig In 1936, Louis Greig, a war hero and rugby international, entered the lives of the British royal family as mentor, physician, and friend...

Cicero's The Republic and The Laws is a collection of philosophical works that explore the nature of politics, justice, and governance. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero, these dialogues draw on Greek...

Material Beings by Peter van Inwagen explores fundamental questions about reality and existence. The author tackles the nature of composition, identity, and unity in this thought-provoking work. Van...

Strategic thinking is a distinct and important capability in leaders, yet it is remarkably poorly defined and little understood. In "The Six Disciplines of Strategic Thinking", Michael Watkins...

Defence of Liberal Education: Philosophy and Controversies by Anthony O'Hear explores the traditional liberal education philosophy and its relevance in the 21st century. The author presents an...

Critique of Black Reason by Achille Mbembe offers a profound reevaluation of history, racism, and humanity's future. This thought-provoking work maps the complex relationships between colonialism,...

Alysia Vasey's love affair with the wild began in her childhood, walking alongside her grandfather on the West Yorkshire moors. This legacy of foraging knowledge was forged during a darker time,...

The Withdrawal: Iraq, Libya, Afghanistan, and the Fragility of U.S. Power In the aftermath of the American withdrawal from Afghanistan, a sudden vacuum has emerged in foreign policy, leaving few...

Giovanni's Room is a poignant and powerful novel about the complexities of human relationships and the search for identity. In 1950s Paris, a young American's life is turned upside down when he meets...

Aeneas, the legendary hero of the Trojan War, sets out on a perilous journey to fulfill his destiny as the founder of Rome. As he navigates treacherous seas and entangles himself in a tragic love...

The Battle for Afghanistan: A Masterful Retelling of Imperial Disaster William Dalrymple's gripping narrative of the First Anglo-Afghan War is a masterful retelling of one of the West's greatest...

The Piano Shop on the Left Bank: A Journey into the Heart of Music Tucked away in a Parisian street, a mysterious piano repair shop beckons. For T. E. Carhart, a chance encounter with this enigmatic...

Superforecasting: The Art and Science of PredictionEverything we do involves forecasts about how the future will unfold. However, we're not very good at it. A landmark study by Wharton professor...

Blue Was the Colour: A Tale of Tarnished Love Andy Hamilton's witty and wise assessment of modern football is a worthwhile read for anyone who loves the game. Born and bred in the Chelsea FC area,...

In Regency England, being a young lady with only half a soul makes finding a husband a daunting task. Theodora Ettings' curse, bestowed by a faerie, renders her fearless and impervious to...

The Woman in Black and Other Ghost Stories by Susan Hill is a chilling collection of ghost stories that will send shivers down your spine. The basis for the UK's second longest ever running stage...

Because I Said So: A Challenge to Modern Parenting Childhood is often overlooked in our society, with adults frequently dismissing children's needs and feelings. This is a pervasive issue, with...

Tangled Threads by Margaret Dickinson is a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss and family secrets. Growing up on Pear Tree Farm in the Lincolnshire countryside, Eveleen Hardcastle's life takes an...

Ibn Saud: The Desert Warrior and His Legacy by Michael Darlow and Barbara Bray is a biography that explores the life of one of the most influential figures in modern Middle Eastern history. Born into...

Spencer Brooke has always known that one day she would inherit and run her family's luxury department store. But when her grandfather's death leaves a void in her life, she must navigate the...

Discover the fundamental mechanical movements that underpin complex machinery. This 2013 reprint of the 1908 edition of "507 Mechanical Movements" presents a comprehensive collection of ingenious...

Confucianism: A Very Short Introduction explores the major philosophical ideas of the Confucian tradition, revealing their profound impact on Chinese society and politics over the past 2,600 years...

The Edexcel AS English Language Student Book provides expert support for students navigating the new specification. Written by an experienced team, including senior examiners, this resource helps...

A comprehensive history of the symphony spans three centuries, exploring the cultural forces that shaped this grand genre. This book delves beyond individual composers and stylistic evolution to...

Expert Political Judgment: How Good Is It? How Can We Know? Philip Tetlock's seminal work explores the nature of expert judgment and its limitations in predicting future events. By examining the...

The Basic Laws of Human Stupidity by Carlo M. Cipolla A powerful force has hindered human welfare and happiness for centuries, with far-reaching global consequences. This force is more potent than...

Brisk, bawdy and reckless, Simon Raven's writing style defies easy categorization. His Alms for Oblivion sequence is a wild and unpredictable ride, featuring a series of murders, suicides, affairs,...

Lady Katherine Knollys: A Life Unacknowledged Born in 1524, Katherine Knollys was the first child of Mary Boleyn, who was having an affair with King Henry VIII. Despite being the king's daughter,...

Newcastle United Stole My Heart Sixty Years in Black and White by Michael Chaplin is a unique football memoir that spans sixty years of the author's love affair with the club. The book tells the...

A Dictionary of Law by Jonathan Law is a comprehensive reference work that provides clear and concise definitions on major terms, concepts, and processes within the English legal system. With over...

Caroline Lucas explores the complex story of England, one that has been hijacked by the right and offers a vision for a more inclusive and sustainable future.The dominant narrative about England...

George Orwell's Nineteen Eighty-Four is a dystopian masterpiece that haunts us with an ever-darker relevance. Published in 1949, this iconic novel depicts a world where war and revolution have left...

Rue Siebert's life is one of stability and hard-won success. As a biotech engineer at Kline, one of the most promising start-ups in the field of food science, she has built a secure future. But when...

Shadows in the Moonlight is a captivating time-travel mystery that sets the tone for Santa Montefiore's sensational new series. When Pixie Tate is summoned to the Cornish coast to investigate a...

A gripping true Victorian murder mystery unfolds in Great Yarmouth, September 1900. A young woman is found dead on the beach, a bootlace tied tightly around her neck, sparking a nationwide...

A beautifully designed house on a Czechoslovak hill stands as a testament to the power of love and architecture. The Landauer House, with its unique Glass Room, was built for a young couple, Viktor...

Elizabeth Taylor: A Private Life for Public Consumption by Ellis Cashmore This book examines the iconic Elizabeth Taylor as a seminal representation of "celebrity," tracing the evolution of modern...

The Last Séance Tales of the Supernatural brings together Agatha Christie's most unsettling and spine-tingling stories in one volume. This collection features some of her earliest published work,...

The Indianapolis Colts have been a beloved part of Hoosier sports culture for over 30 years. This history is told through the stories of the team's most iconic players, from those who sparked...

Tintin in the Land of the Soviets, Tintin in the Congo, Tintin in America, Cigars of the Pharaoh, The Blue Lotus, The Broken Ear, The Black Island, King Ottakar's Sceptre, The Crab with the Golden...

The Curse of Brink's-Mat: Twenty-five years of Murder and Mayhem The largest heist in British history, the 1983 Brink's-Mat robbery, was more than just a daring crime - it became a deadly affair. On...

In a little coffee shop in one of the most dangerous places on earth, five very different women come together. Sunny, the proud proprietor, needs an ingenious plan to keep her café and customers safe...

Leadership is a Relationship: How to Put People First in the Digital World Discover how prioritizing the wellbeing of others can create vibrant organizations and profound change. This insightful book...

The Animal's Companion: A 26,000-Year-Old Love Story The earliest evidence of a human and a pet dates back to 26,000 BC, where a boy and his 'canid' were found together in a cave. Their foot and paw...

The 1963 film Cleopatra, starring Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, is one of the most enduring legends in cinema history. Its production was marked by extravagance and excess, with a budget that...

Claire's life has gone from bad to worse. Her children are resistant to even the most basic of meals, her husband is having an affair with her best friend, and she's struggling to cope. But as she...

Alec A Novel by William di Canzio is a reimagining of a secret love affair, first explored in E. M. Forster's classic novel Maurice. The story follows Alec Scudder, the gamekeeper who captures the...

Painting for the Gods: Art and Aesthetics of Yoruba Religious MuralsThis book explores the indigenous painting traditions found on ancestral shrines of Yoruba divinities, known as Orisa. The...

A Brief History of Misogyny: The World's Oldest Prejudice by Jack Holland This thought-provoking book explores the complex and deeply ingrained issue of misogyny, tracing its evolution over centuries...

The Northern Dawn: A History of the Reawakening of the Germanic Spirit from the Twilight of the Gods to the Sun at Midnight by Stephen Edred Flowers. A revival of interest in all things Germanic is...

Lady Windermere's Fan is a witty play that explores the destructive power of gossip and superficial judgement. When a mysterious woman, Mrs Erlynne, appears at a London society ball, Lady...