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Ridley's Revenge A Purbeck Adventure by Raymond G. Sampson is a gripping tale of revenge and redemption set against the backdrop of 19th-century England.When Major Jack Ridley returns to England, he...

Bend it Like Beckham tells the story of Jess, who dreams of playing football but is discouraged by her parents. When she joins a ladies team with her friend Jules, their lives are turned upside down...

Samuel Beckett: A Life in Absurdity This concise and engaging biography explores the life and work of Samuel Beckett, one of the most modern and minimalist writers of the 20th century. Andrew...

Becky Shaw is a biting American comedy that explores ambition, truthfulness, and the perils of blind dates. When Becky arrives at her blind date with Max, it's clear the evening won't go as planned...

Samuel Beckett and the Visual Arts is a comprehensive assessment of Beckett's knowledge of art, art history, and art criticism. This book explores how Beckett's understanding of painting developed...

A Study Guide for John Steinbeck's "The Red Pony" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study...

The Marquess of Griffith's reputation as a man of integrity and striking good looks precedes him in British society. However, his personal life is shrouded in secrecy, particularly surrounding his...

A Glimpse of Eternity is a remarkable true story about one man's encounter with death and the realms beyond it. While diving off the coast of Mauritius, Ian McCormack was stung by five box jellyfish,...

Journalist Ian Fielder's life is turned upside down when he witnesses his father's abduction during a Skype meeting. As he delves into the mystery, he uncovers a complex web of deceit and corruption...

The Gates of Midnight by Jessica Stirling Set against the backdrop of World War II, this novel is the third in the Beckman trilogy. Holly Beckman's story takes a darker turn as she navigates the...

Beckett: Waiting for Godot by Jennifer Birkett This study guide provides a comprehensive analysis and commentary on Samuel Beckett's iconic play, designed to meet the requirements of major examining...

Becky Sharp is a force to be reckoned with. Beautiful, brilliant and ruthless, she will stop at nothing to achieve her goals. With big dreams and no connections, Becky sets out to swap the humble...

Samuel Beckett's artistic vision was deeply rooted in an 'abject self-referring quietism', a philosophical and religious attitude of renunciation and will-lessness. This quietist approach, shaped by...

John S. Beckett: A Life in Music and Beyond John Beckett was a multifaceted figure, remembered primarily for his work as a harpsichordist and interpreter of Bach's music, but also as a conductor of...

Ian McMillan's humorous take on life in Yorkshire is now available in one hilarious volume. This collection of columns brings together the author's unique perspective on the essence of Yorkshireness,...

Domestic Mental Abuse: A Book for Every Woman... Because This Is Not What You Think It Is! by Ian Charles This book offers a fresh perspective on domestic mental abuse, challenging common...

The Taken Ones: A Novel by Jess LoureyTwo girls vanished. A woman was buried alive. Decades of secrets lie between these two crimes, waiting to be uncovered in this pulse-pounding novel.In 1980,...

Mike Nelson Extinction Beckons by Jeremy Millar is a major survey of the influential British artist known for his immersive environments that tell multilayered narratives. This book brings together...

Henry Heckelbeck's first camping trip is off to a magical start. He and his friends play a wildlife-spotting game with a prize of an extra s'more, but Henry struggles to find any animals.Can a little...

John Bradstreet's Raid 1758: A New Perspective on a Critical Moment in Early American Military History In 1758, Benjamin Franklin hailed John Bradstreet's riverine raid as one of the great "American"...

Deborah Beck's Homeric Conversation offers a fresh perspective on the ancient art of conversation in the Homeric poems. By exploring traditional types of scenes, such as arrival and sacrifice, Beck...

Mad at the World: A Life of John SteinbeckA biography that illuminates what has made John Steinbeck's work an enduring part of the literary canon, this book explores his capacity for empathy and his...

Paula Modersohn-Becker's life was marked by both artistic innovation and personal turmoil. This biography, written by acclaimed French author Marie Darrieussecq, offers a deeply personal portrait of...

An American in Provence is a stunning collection of photography and memoir that explores the intersection of art, life, and travel. Jamie Beck's beautifully crafted portraits, scenic landscapes, and...

Ben and Arthur's New York love story unfolds in this heartwarming tale. After an initial meet-cute at a post office, they lose touch but are brought back together through a 'missed connection' advert...

Max Beckmann: A Life in Art and Struggle. This comprehensive monograph explores the life and work of Max Beckmann, one of the most important artists of the twentieth century. Through his vibrant...

Raising backyard chickens can be a rewarding experience, but it's essential to get started right. This guide covers the basics, from understanding local regulations and choosing the right supplies,...

Becky Bananas This Is Your Life! is an uplifting and heartwarming story about a young girl's life. Becky Bananas is eleven years old, but she has big ambitions - to visit the world-famous Wonderland...

Samuel Beckett's life is revealed in this definitive biography by Professor James Knowlson. Born in 1906 in Dublin, Ireland, Beckett went on to become one of the most influential writers of the 20th...

Thomas Becket: Friends, Networks, Texts and Cult explores the life and legacy of Archbishop Thomas Becket in a European context. This collection of 15 studies reflects the global reach of Becket's...

Ten years ago Sayre Lynch escaped from her hometown. Now she's forced to return to bury her brother and confront painful memories.As investigators raise questions about Danny's death, Sayre examines...

Mad at the World: A Life of John Steinbeck is a deeply personal and insightful biography that explores the life and work of one of America's most celebrated novelists. Pulitzer Prize finalist William...

Samuel Beckett's plays Company and Worstward Ho, Mark Rothko's paintings in the Houston Chapel, and Alain Resnais's films Night and Fog and Muriel are often characterized by their apparent poverty of...

Samuel Beckett's use of musical ideas in his writing is a significant aspect of twentieth-century Irish literature. This book explores how music influenced the written word, with a particular focus...

Becka's Buckra Baby is a poignant novel by Thomas MacDermot, published under his pseudonym Tom Redcam. Set in Jamaica during British colonialism, the story explores the disparities between the...

The House of Beckham: Money, Sex and Power The Beckhams' iconic status has captivated fans for decades, but what lies behind their glamorous world? Investigative biographer Tom Bower delves into the...

A murder investigation unfolds in the picturesque Lake District town of Windermere. Florist Simmy Brown's long weekend is disrupted by a series of sinister events, including the discovery of a dead...

A talking cat accused of murder and a magical carnival with sinister secrets arrive in Hollowbeck. Morgan's brother Ruiner is at the centre of it all, having been accused of the wizard's murder. With...

Beckett's Children: A Literary Memoir is a deeply personal exploration of identity and family. Michael Coffey's story weaves together memoir, literary analysis, and a search for connection with the...

These literary and clinical intersections are relevant to contemporary psychotherapy, where patient demands for time-limited outcomes conflict with the goals of intensive, long-term treatment.The...

The Beckoning Tide: Holidays in Mayaro is a heartwarming memoir that takes readers back to the sun-kissed beaches and carefree days of childhood. Robin Mohamid's nostalgic account of his family...

The Second Battle of Le Cateau: A Detailed Account of the Royal Regiment of Artillery's Role. In 1914, the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) suffered its second major defeat at the hands of German...

John Steinbeck in Vietnam: Dispatches from the War For the first time, a complete collection of John Steinbeck's dispatches from the Vietnam War is available. Steinbeck, a renowned author, was a war...

Paula Modersohn-Becker: A Groundbreaking Artist This highly illustrated biography explores the life and work of Paula Modersohn-Becker, a pioneering artist who defied conventions in 19th-century...

David Bradby's study explores the impact and influence of Waiting for Godot on various aspects of theater and society. The book examines productions in different countries, including France, Britain,...

Beyond Boundaries: A Rereading of John Steinbeck This collection of essays reevaluates the enduring legacy of one of America's most significant writers, offering a fuller and more nuanced...

Soundings: Diving for Stories in the Beckoning SeaKennedy Warne's journey into the underwater world is one that spans more than 20 years and takes him to some of the most remarkable ecosystems on the...

The 5BX and XBX Fitness Plans for a Fitter You Originally designed for Royal Canadian Air Force pilots, these simple yet effective fitness plans have been helping people improve their overall...

London, 1852, is a city of contrasts, and a murder on the Great Western Railway excursion train is a stark reminder of the darker side of human nature. Detective Inspector Robert Colbeck and his...

Samuel Beckett's work has long been associated with European high culture, but a closer examination reveals an intimate relationship between his oeuvre and popular culture. This collection of essays...

This practical guide helps you create beautiful railway station models in limited space. With years of experience in modelling, Ian Lamb shares his expertise to help anyone build a pleasing and...

Beck Callahan is the ultimate catch: star defensive lineman and most popular boy on campus. But for one person, he's always been off-limits - because she knows that dating him could ruin everything.A...

Samuel Beckett's Complete Dramatic Works brings together the playwright's most significant and lesser-known texts for the stage and radio, spanning from 1955 to 1984. This comprehensive collection...

The murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 sent shockwaves across medieval Europe. He rose from ordinary beginnings to become one of the most powerful men in England, but his fortunes changed when a bitter...

Ian Williamson's guide to raising resilient teens offers practical advice for navigating the challenges of adolescence. With empathy and down-to-earth approach, he tackles topics such as behaviour,...

Inspector Jess Campbell and Superintendent Ian Carter are back in their fifth murder mystery. A man's body is found with his brains blown out in a Cotswold wood, initially thought to be a suicide...

David Beckham is a story of determination and passion for the beautiful game. As a young boy, he dreamed of playing for his favorite team and eventually joined Manchester United's youth academy. With...

Jasmine Becket-Griffith's Halloween Coloring Book is a 96-page art adventure featuring 55 of her most loved paintings. This collection includes a range of spooky and magical characters, from pumpkins...

The Relics of Thomas Becket A True-Life Mystery by John Butler In 1220, a solemn ceremony took place at Canterbury Cathedral, marking the transfer of Saint Thomas Becket's relics from their crypt to...

A Beautiful Pint: One Man's Search for the Perfect Pint of Guinness What makes a perfect pint of Guinness? For Ian Ryan, it's not just about the pour, but about the experience of the pub itself. In...

Callie Reece has always been the responsible one. Her life took an unexpected turn when she was sent undercover to spy on an exclusive BDSM club in Washington, posing as a reporter. Club owner Ian...

A Study Guide for John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography,...

A Study Guide for John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men provides comprehensive support for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study...

The Letters of Samuel Beckett: Volume III Cambridge University Press, 2014 This third volume of The Letters of Samuel Beckett focuses on the years when Beckett was striving to balance his growing...

Conversations with Samuel Beckett and Bram Van Velde by Charles Juliet In 1930s Paris, two artists lived in poverty, unaware that they would later become luminaries in their fields. Samuel Beckett's...

Samuel Beckett's life and work are reimagined in this highly accessible account. Born into a respectable Dublin suburb in 1906, Beckett came to prominence with his groundbreaking play Waiting for...

The Fossil Diggings in Swaffham Prior and Swaffham Bulbeck In the 1840s, a remarkable discovery was made in the Cambridgeshire fens, consisting of 'coprolites', which some believed to be fossilised...

Rachel and Kirsty are facing a problem that's affecting all their friends. Nasty Jack Frost has stolen Becky the Best Friend Fairy's magical objects, causing trouble for everyone.The girls need to...

The Letters of Samuel Beckett: Volume 4, 1966-1989 This final volume completes the Cambridge edition of Beckett's letters, spanning the last twenty-four years of his life. During this period, he...

Tinker's Cottage sits in a forgotten corner of Somerset, but its peaceful appearance belies a secret. It's located at a weak point in the space-time continuum, which makes it an unfortunate haven for...

This collection brings to life the turbulent story of Thomas Becket's life, death, and extraordinary posthumous reputation through the words of his contemporaries. Featuring previously untranslated...

Gary S. Becker's unpublished writings offer a unique glimpse into the mind and process of one of economics' most influential thinkers. This collection of extant manuscripts, projects, and speeches...

Heidi Heckelbeck Makes a Wish Super Special is a chapter book that tells the story of a young girl who makes a drastic wish - "Sometimes I wish I wasn't a witch!" When her wish comes true, Heidi must...

A concise study guide for Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot". This resource provides a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, and more to support your literature project. It includes...

Carl Hagenbeck's Empire of Entertainments is a study of the 19th-century animal trader and ethnographic showman who brought exotic environments to life. His commercial ventures, including the...

The Diamond Smugglers by Ian Fleming A true story of high-stakes smuggling and the real master criminals of his time. In 1957, Ian Fleming drew on interviews with an unlikely hero to explore the...

Clem Beckett's life was marked by an insatiable passion for speed and machines. As a teenager, he turned to motorcycles as a means of escape from the uncertain future of his hometown. With...

Morgan Winters wants an ordinary life, but her brother's arrival on her bedroom windowsill in the form of a talking cat sets that back on track. He claims it's due to a date gone wrong with a witch,...

The Theatrical Notebooks of Samuel Beckett: The Shorter PlaysThis collection completes the publication of Beckett's notebooks series, featuring six plays that showcase his meticulous approach to...

Ian Rankin's Rebus Short Stories: A Collection of Gripping Tales This collection brings together all of Ian Rankin's Rebus short stories, including two new tales written specifically for this edition...

Cybernetic Psychology and Mental Health: A Circular Logic of Control Beyond the Individual by Timothy J. Beck explores how cybernetic technologies shape our understanding of human experience through...

The Theatrical Notebooks of Samuel Beckett is the third volume in a four-part series reproducing Beckett's notebooks in facsimile. This affordable paperback edition makes these unique documents...

The Collaborators: Three Stories of Deception and Survival in World War II by Ian Buruma This spellbinding account of three World War Two collaborators explores the complexities of truth through the...

Clara's War: A Young Girl's True Story of Miraculous Survival Under the Nazis In July 1942, Clara Kramer's life was forever changed when the Nazis took control of her Polish town. She and her family...

A powerful contemporary YA novel about the lasting bonds of friendship and three girls fighting for each other in the aftermath of a school shooting. When their mutual friend Cassie's murder is met...

Samuel Beckett's Ghost Trio is a 1976 television play that showcases his unique blend of artistic vision and philosophical inquiry. This work is notable for its exploration of the relationship...

Lydia Becker was a trailblazer in her fight for women's rights. In the 1860s, she used a legal loophole to secure votes for over 1,000 women in the general election of 1868. This remarkable event...

The 82nd Airborne Division's desperate battles in support of the British landings at Arnhem are a lesser-known chapter in military history. This heavily illustrated work provides a comprehensive...

Samuel Beckett's Self-Referential Drama: The Sensitive Chaos is a critical study that explores the complex and often enigmatic nature of Samuel Beckett's work. Shimon Levy examines the ways in which...

Samuel Beckett's Waiting for Godot is a landmark of 20th-century Western culture, offering a comprehensive survey of its cultural, theatrical, historical and political contexts. Originally written in...

The Cult of St Thomas Becket in the Plantagenet World, C.1170-c.1220 by Marie-Pierre Gelin and Paul Webster. This book explores the extraordinary growth and development of the cult of St Thomas...

David Beckett's life has been defined by his work as a deep sea diver, spending months at a time in saturation chambers at depths of over 500 feet. A career that was not originally planned, but one...

This study explores Jacques Derrida's notion of literature, focusing on the shared feature of literary works as he understands them - a double gesture with juridical and economic implications. Asja...

John Steinbeck's Novels: 1942-1952 This collection brings together three of Steinbeck's most significant works, showcasing his unique ability to explore new subject matter and approaches to...

David Bowie's pivotal year in Beckenham is told in full for the first time in this book. In 1969, the young musician was living with his parents in southeast London, struggling to make a name for...

The Sala Beckett: A Building of Truth The ruins of the former workers' cooperative 'Pau i Justícia, left abandoned for over twenty years, were transformed into a new cultural hub through a remarkable...

This study guide offers in-depth analysis and explanations to help students succeed with their essays and exams. It provides detailed chapter-by-chapter breakdowns, key theme and motif discussions, a...

The Imperative to Write: Destitutions of the Sublime in Kafka, Blanchot, and Beckett This book explores the relationship between writing and the sublime, examining how three key authors - Kafka,...

Jürgen Griesbeck's story is one of transformational change in the football industry. From promoting peace on gangland streets to building a global network of 'Football for Good' organizations, he has...

This concise study guide provides expert analysis and critical perspectives on John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men. Written for higher-level GCSE and A Level English Literature students, Connell Guides...