821 results for 'Fortune, Joanna'

Insight into the minds of the world's most successful CEOs, distilled from extensive interviews with top corporate leaders.Being a CEO at one of the world's largest companies is a daunting task, with...

Duple: After the Dominant For over seventy years, Duple was a leading name in coachbuilding in Britain, renowned for its luxury coach bodies. Formed in Hornsey, London, in 1919, the company grew to...

When Dav Pilkey first drew his iconic superhero, Captain Underpants, as a second-grader, his teacher warned him to focus on more serious pursuits. Fortunately, Dav ignored the advice, and Captain...

Wives and Daughters is a novel by Elizabeth Gaskell, published in 1999. The story follows the fortunes of two families in rural England, exploring the complexities of family relationships and the...

There is more to life than football, fame and fortune. For Gavin Peacock, a greater joy and a greater glory lay in his faith. This autobiography tells the story of his career, from a child growing up...

Already Dead A California Gothic by Denis Johnson is a complex and masterful novel that explores the tangled web of fate, redemption, and the unraveling of society.Nelson Fairchild Jr., a...

A comprehensive and authoritative history of India, spanning five millennia, from the ancient Indus Valley civilization to the present day. John Keay's masterful narrative explores the complex and...

The Steep Approach to Garbadale is a gripping novel that showcases Iain Banks' mastery of complex characters and intricate plotting. Alban Wopuld's return to his family's highland estate, Garbadale,...

Al Jolson and The Jazz Singer: A Cultural Phenomenon Born into poverty in Lithuania, Al Jolson's journey to stardom was nothing short of remarkable. In 1894, he immigrated to the United States with...

David Morgan's life is turned upside down when he rebels against his family fortune and becomes a jet fighter pilot. His journey takes an unexpected turn when he meets Debra, an Israeli writer, and...

Lady Audley's Secret by Mary Elizabeth Braddon is a gripping tale of deception and villainy that turns the conventional picture of Victorian womanhood on its head. When beautiful Lucy Graham marries...

Dick Whittington goes to London to make his fortune, but gets a cat. This Level 4 Read it yourself book is part of Ladybird's popular series that has helped young children develop and improve their...

Red Hood and the Outlaws Vol. 1: REDemption brings together an unlikely group of heroes in a story of leadership and loyalty. Jason Todd, once Batman's trusted sidekick, finds himself at odds with a...

Victor Hugo's masterpiece, Les Misérables, is a tale of injustice, heroism, and love that has captivated readers for over 150 years. This new translation, published in a stunning Deluxe edition,...

A powerful novel about the indelible bond between two siblings and the house of their childhood, The Dutch House is a richly moving story that explores questions of inheritance, love and forgiveness...

Skottie Young's I Hate Fairyland Madly Ever After is a dark and action-packed tale of a woman trapped in a six-year-old's body, stuck in the magical world of Fairyland for nearly thirty years. Gert,...

The Noble House is a sprawling epic that spans over a century, tracing the fortunes of a powerful trading company in the heart of Hong Kong. As the city's influence grows, so too do the rivalries and...

The Tiger's Prey by Wilbur Smith is a gripping tale of revenge, fortune, and the complexities of family ties. When Francis Courtney's father's debts leave him penniless and in danger, he sets out to...

Paper Money is a gripping novel of high-finance and underworld villainy from Ken Follett. The story begins with three seemingly unrelated crimes: an attempted suicide, a hijack, and a take-over bid...

The Life and Legend of the Sultan Saladin by Jonathan Phillips is a comprehensive biography that explores the complex relationship between the Islamic and Christian worlds through the life of one of...

Moonfleet is a thrilling tale of adventure and mystery, set in the village of Moonfleet. On a cold, dark night, a young boy named John Trenchard hears a story that sets him on a quest to uncover a...

The Old Man and Me by Jason Wilson At the age of 50, Tony Spencer, aka The Old Man, is on the run from the law. A prolific businessman with a history of bank robberies and counterfeiting, he has lost...

The Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie and the Gospel of Wealth is a unique collection of two influential works by the industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. In this volume, Carnegie shares...

Watford Forever: A Remarkable Story of Football and Friendship In 1970s Britain, Watford FC was at rock bottom. With a rundown stadium and dwindling fans, their future looked bleak. Yet, amidst the...

Death in the Dentist's Chair A Golden Age Mystery by Molly Thynne is a locked room mystery that takes place in a dentist's surgery. When Mrs Charles Miller is found dead with her throat cut, Dr...

At forty or fifty-something, life can feel unfulfilling and uncertain. Dissatisfaction and boredom may tempt you to make drastic changes, but this could lead to more harm than happiness. Fortunately,...

The Grandest Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes is an annual competition run by billionaire Avery Grambs and the four infamous Hawthorne brothers, designed to give anyone a shot at fame and fortune. Seven...

Treasure Islands: Tax Havens and the Men who Stole the World The global economy's most powerful secret is revealed in this gripping exposé. Tax havens, where billions of dollars are laundered and...

Alexander Fitzpatrick is one of the world's most wanted men, with a fortune built on the back of his involvement in the international drug trade. For ten years, he has been a ghost, with no confirmed...

The Wars of the Roses: A Study of the Key Players in the Struggle for Supremacy The Wars of the Roses, which lasted for over thirty years, were a complex and multifaceted conflict that tore England...

An ancient fortune has lain hidden for thousands of years, its existence a closely guarded secret. But when a murder takes place, the search for the truth begins. Ex-SAS operative Ben Hope is drawn...

Chris Arthey's remarkable story began with a life-long dream of motorcycle road trips across the United States. With their children grown up and a new work posting to Texas, it finally seemed within...

Cancer remains one of the world's most significant health threats, claiming millions of lives over the past few decades. While some cancers can be treated, many are not curable and require ongoing...

The fate of all rests on the shoulders of the True Queens in the highly anticipated final installment of the Zodiac Academy series. We are all and nothing now, our fate weighed on the scales of the...

The Millionaire Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of America's Wealthy Wealth in America is often misunderstood. Many people assume that becoming rich is a matter of inheritance, advanced degrees, or...

Discover the World of Spirits with the Encyclopedia of Spirits. This comprehensive guide introduces you to a vast array of spirits from around the world and beyond, including love goddesses, disease...

Blades in the Dark Solo Rules: A Simple Guide to Improvisation For solo play, these rules offer a straightforward way to create exciting games with minimal preparation. By using simple tables and...

The Surgeon's Mate by Patrick O'Brian A thrilling tale of war, espionage, and survival, The Surgeon's Mate follows the fortunes of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin as they return from their latest...

The Rise and Fall of an American Dynasty The story of the Vanderbilt family is one of ruthless ambition and unparalleled wealth. From humble beginnings as a small boat ferrying supplies in New York...

Tess of the D'Urbervilles is a poignant portrayal of a woman faced with an impossible choice in pursuit of happiness. When driven by family poverty, Tess Durbeyfield sets out to claim kinship with...

The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay A Novel by Michael Chabon In 1939, Josef Kavalier's perilous escape from Prague finally came to an end, as he shuffled into his cousin Sam Clay's cramped New...

A brilliant modern translation by Christine Donougher of Victor Hugo's thrilling masterpiece, with an introduction by Robert Tombs, brings the full flavour of one of the greatest novels of the...

The Anglo-Saxons is a comprehensive survey of the period from AD400 to 600, a time of great turmoil and transformation in Britain. Despite the scarcity of written sources, the authors have created a...

Bristol in 1787 is a city of contrasts, where the stench of its docks is matched by the elegance of its new houses. For Josiah Cole, a small trader, the key to success lies in the respectable trade...

The Cavendon Women Set against the backdrop of the roaring twenties, this sweeping saga follows the lives of four young women as they shape the future of Cavendon Hall. In 1926, the Ingham family...

The UAE - Culture Smart! The Essential Guide to Customs and Culture Located on the southeastern coast of the Arabian Gulf, the UAE is a country of contrasts, where ancient traditions and modern...

Silaine Havard, the youngest daughter of the king and queen of Diwan, has lived a sheltered life. When war comes to her home, Silaine and one of her sisters escape capture, but their parents and...

The Missing Billionaires: A Guide to Better Financial Decisions The puzzle of the missing billionaires is a fascinating one. Over the past century, if the wealthiest families had spent a reasonable...

Darwin's life has been marked by loss and uncertainty. Now, he arrives in Port Angeles with hopes of finding his fortune as a gravedigger. His mother's teachings have left him feeling disconnected...

Soft Skills Hard Results: A Practical Guide to People Skills for Analytical Leaders by Anne Taylor is a straightforward approach to developing essential leadership skills. In this book, you'll...

Newport Through Time explores the history and development of this city in Wales. From its early days as a medieval town to its current role as a gateway to the principality, Newport has struggled...

The House of Beaufort: A Family's Rise to Power The Wars of the Roses were a tumultuous period in English history, marked by brutal family feuds over the throne. Yet, it was an illegitimate line that...

James Bond is not a superstitious man, but it's hard not to feel unnerved in the presence of Mr. Big. A ruthless Harlem gangster who uses voodoo to control his criminal empire, he's also one of...

The Pogues' story is one of raw energy and creative ferment. Founded by James Fearnley, the band's accordion player, the Pogues injected punk's intensity into traditional Irish music, giving the...

Bright by Jessica Jung is a heart-pounding sequel that whisks readers away to the vibrant world of K-pop. As the lead singer of one of the most influential K-pop girl groups, Girls Generation,...

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...

David Roberts was the bodyguard who knew Whitney Houston best. Hired in 1988 for her UK tour, Roberts had worked with diplomats and Fortune 500 clients, but nothing could have prepared him for the...

The Kingdom is a gripping novel that explores the complex web of relationships within a family. When the parents of two brothers die suddenly, their 16-year-old son Roy is left to care for his...

Tom Jones A Foundling is a foundational English novel that has stood the test of time for its enduring blend of comedy and satire. The story follows the life of Tom Jones, a generous but slightly...

The story of the women who shaped the early 21st century is one of fame, fortune, and exploitation. Journalist Sarah Ditum explores the lives of nine iconic women, from Britney to Janet, who rose to...

A Christmas novella featuring characters from the Bourbon Kid series. It's Christmas Eve in Santa Mondega and all is quiet, apart from the ghost of the Mystic Lady. Sanchez is awoken in the middle of...

Minli's life is simple, yet uncertain, living in a ramshackle hut with her parents in the valley of Fruitless Mountain. Her father's old folktales of the Jade Dragon and the Old Man on the Moon have...

The Mask of Mirrors: Book One by M. A. Carrick In the city of dreams, where magic and mystery entwine, a young con artist must navigate a treacherous world of aristocrats and crime lords. Renata...

Castle Rackrent and Ennui is a witty and insightful novel that explores the complexities of rural Irish life during the Anglo-Irish occupation. Written by Maria Edgeworth, this 19th-century tale...

Felix Holt: The Radical by George Eliot is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of class and identity in Victorian England. When Harold Transome, a young nobleman with a self-made...

The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in a changing United States. Their fortune was built by William Davenport, a formerly enslaved man who founded the...

Dolly Greene's latest Tarot reading has just begun. A mysterious Brazilian woman and a surly Russian girl are among those whose fortunes she will soon uncover. As Dolly navigates her street, she...

When the first English travellers in India encountered an unimaginable superpower, their meetings would change the world. Before the East India Company and before the British Empire, England was a...

The Allied victory in 1945 was far from inevitable. By 1942, almost the entire resources of continental Europe were in German hands and Japan had wiped out the western colonial presence in Asia...

Coreyography: A Memoir is a deeply personal and revealing account of the life of Corey Feldman, from child star to Hollywood survivor. Feldman's story is one of fame, fortune, and exploitation, as he...

Elon Musk: A Visionary's Journey Elon Musk is a story of innovation and ambition, of one man's quest to shape the future. From his tumultuous upbringing to his rise as a leading entrepreneur, Musk's...

John Carpenter's The Thing is a landmark film that has redefined the horror and science fiction genres. This 1982 adaptation of John W. Campbell's novella Who Goes There? is acclaimed for its...

The eleventh novel in the Wheel of Time series, Knife of Dreams, is a pivotal moment in the epic fantasy saga. As the fabric of reality wears thin, the stage is set for the Last Battle, Tarmon...

Pan Am: A History of the Airline That Defined an Age Pan American World Airways was a name that captured the imagination of travelers for much of the twentieth century. It symbolised adventure,...

A New York hedge fund manager's fortunes take a dramatic turn when the Baltic Dry Cargo Index plummets, prompting him to buy a ship. This unexpected venture sets him on a high-stakes journey into the...

Richie Benaud's Blue Suede Shoes: The Story of an Ashes Classic The 1961 Ashes Test at Old Trafford was a pivotal moment in English cricket, marking the beginning of a new era for the sport. This...

Reversing Prediabetes with a Proven Plan Prediabetes affects 96 million Americans, a condition where blood sugar levels are elevated but not yet high enough to be labeled diabetes. Fortunately,...

Fear and Loathing at Goodison Park chronicles a pivotal era in Everton's history, marked by a struggle to regain prominence in the English game. Under David Moyes' leadership, the club navigated a...

The Moon, the Stars, and Madame Burova A Novel by Ruth Hogan A magical and uplifting story about finding out who you really are, this novel follows the journey of a woman who inherits a...

A riveting true story of greed, serial murder and racial injustice, 'Killers of the Flower Moon' is a deeply unsettling tale of the American West. In the 1920s, the Osage Indian nation in Oklahoma...

Scenes of Clerical Life is a collection of three novellas that explore the lives of ordinary people in a provincial town. Written by George Eliot, this early work of literary realism portrays the...

The Viceroy of Ouidah is a historical novel that tells the story of Francisco Manoel da Silva, a man who sailed to the African kingdom of Dahomey in 1812 with a single ambition: to make his fortune...

Discover the game plan for success from one of America's most renowned coaches. Lou Holtz shares ten strategies to drive you to the top of your professional and personal life, helping you acquire...

Juno Payne's life has been marked by quiet routine in Calcutta. Her father's infrequent visits to their home port provided some excitement, but his sea-faring career kept her grounded. However, when...

Kisses from Katie: A Story of Relentless Love and Redemption At just 18 years old, Katie Davis made a decision that would change her life forever. Leaving behind everything familiar, she embarked on...

Amina al-Sirafi has lived a life of adventure and scandal, surviving as one of the Indian Ocean's most notorious pirates. Now, she's retired to a life of piety and motherhood, but when offered a job...

The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our time. This book brings history to life as it tells the story of the First World War through the eyes of young...

The H.M.S. Surprise is a gripping tale of naval warfare and adventure, set in the distant waters of the East India Company. British naval officer Jack Aubrey and surgeon Stephen Maturin find...

A well-worn diary, a piece of history, and a glimpse into the past. Love Beads from Elvis is a unique and intimate diary written by Kathy Tatum, a young girl who met Elvis Presley in the 1960s. The...

Tolstoy's epic masterpiece weaves together the lives of private and public individuals during the Napoleonic wars and the French invasion of Russia. The fortunes of the Rostovs and the Bolkonskys,...

Silver Wishes is the first novel in the Jubilee Lake series by Anna Jacobs. When Elinor Pendleton's controlling stepfather dies, she thinks she's finally free. However, her hopes are quickly dashed...

The Wonder Team and the Rainforest Rescue is the third time-twisting adventure from Leah Williamson, captain of the Euros-winning women's England team. When Leah and her friends are magically...

Discover the power of spellcraft with The Modern Witchcraft Spell Book. This comprehensive guide teaches you how to harness your inner magic through incantations, potions, and charms to manifest your...

Get strong and stay healthy with workouts you can do at home. Calisthenics For Dummies teaches you how to become stronger and leaner, have more energy and less stress, and live longer, all while...

The quest for the dragon's head begins. A small group of unlikely companions - an assassin, a serving-boy, a prince, and his Skillmaster - set sail for the distant island of Aslevjal, bound by a...

The Pastons of Fifteenth-Century England is a fascinating story of one medieval family's fortunes over the course of a century. Through nearly 1,000 surviving letters, bestselling historians Frances...

Arthur Barry, known as "the greatest jewel thief who ever lived," pulled off a string of daring heists in the 1920s, charming his way into the homes of wealthy elite while simultaneously executing...

Dark Pools: The Rise of A.I. Trading Machines and the Looming Threat to Wall Street The rapid evolution of trading technology on Wall Street has led to the emergence of a new breed of financial...

Byzantium #2 The Apogee The second volume of John Julius Norwich's epic history of the Roman Empire's second capital, covering the three centuries from AD 800 to 1081. Norwich continues his...

At the heart of The Container Store's success lies a unique approach to business that prioritises the well-being of all stakeholders. Kip Tindell, the company's Chairman and CEO, reveals the...