2095 results for 'MacAskill, William'

A Midsummer Night's Dream is a masterful blend of the supernatural and the mundane, where love is treated as both tragic and farcical. Edited, Introduced and Annotated by Cedric Watts, this annotated...

One Year After is the sequel to William R. Forstchen's bestselling novel One Second After. Two years have passed since nuclear weapons were detonated above the United States, bringing the country to...

The remarkable true story of two inseparable friends and soldiers is told in this book. William "Wild Bill" Guarnere and Edward "Babe" Heffron were part of an elite unit of the 101st Airborne...

A profound exploration of the human condition, this book delves into the ultimate nature of reality through the works of three influential thinkers: Borges, Heisenberg, and Kant. The author...

A little old lady who was not afraid of anything hears a strange sound in the woods. CLOMP, CLOMP, SHAKE, SHAKE, CLAP, CLAP. The sound sends her into a panic. This simple, yet unsettling tale is a...

The Best Joke Book (Period) is a comprehensive collection of hundreds of the world's greatest jokes. From knock-knocks to witty puns and one-liners, this book is packed with jokes guaranteed to stir...

If you're concerned about your liver health, this comprehensive cookbook offers a solution. The liver plays a vital role in processing nutrients and filtering the blood, making it essential to...

Val Kilmer: A Life of Blessings This biography offers an intimate look at the life and career of actor Val Kilmer, a man who has built a reputation for being enigmatic and perfectionistic. Hamilton's...

A dark room, a warm woman, a cold knife... It begins with a killing. Private investigator Barney Glines is hired to retrieve some missing jewels, but soon discovers that the true value lies in a...

The Force Unleashed II: Star Wars Legends Darth Vader's apprentice, Starkiller, was forged in the darkness of the Empire's will. Trained to kill without remorse, he was programmed to assassinate the...

Type Matters! is a practical guide to typography for anyone who wants to improve the readability of their documents. Written by a practitioner and teacher of typography, this book provides...

A revised and repackaged edition of Shakespeare's play, Cymbeline, now features an elegant and clear text, notes where needed, and distinguished scholarship from the general editors. This edition is...

A harrowing account of the Bundren family's journey to bury their wife and mother, As I Lay Dying is a landmark novel in American fiction. Narrated by each family member, including the wife herself,...

Born In 1943? What Else Happened? The author's family history is a mystery, with parents born at the start of the 20th century and passing away in the 1970s and 1980s. The author reflects on the...

Johnny Moped: The Man, the Myth, the Music Johnny Moped is a rock 'n' roll enigma, a figure of heroic eccentricity and elusive musicality. For five decades, he has been a presence in the punk scene,...

The world's most famous drama of tragic young love, Romeo and Juliet, is a rich and complex exploration of human emotion. Edited, introduced and annotated by Cedric Watts, this edition offers a...

Lord of the Flies is a thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature. First published in 1954, it has become a widely read and celebrated work of modern fiction.This...

Running a limited company can be a complex and time-consuming process, with many legal duties and formalities to follow. This book provides clear advice and guidance on the procedures to follow and...

This comic-strip retelling of the legendary story of King Arthur and his 50 brave knights is a lively and humorous take on a famous tale. With a blend of action, humour and detailed illustrations,...

Helping you prepare for your AQA GCSE History exams, this revision guide offers a clear and structured approach to revision. It provides step-by-step exam practice strategies for all AQA question...

A Midsummer Night's Dream is a rich and enchanting comedy that explores the complexities of love, identity, and the power of imagination. This edition of Shakespeare's beloved play offers a clear and...

When Alfie's twin daughters wake him in the dead of night, their words send a chill down his spine: "Daddy, there's a man in our room." As the name Black Mamba becomes a constant presence in their...

The Talkative Tiger by Amelia Cobb is a heartwarming story about a rescue zoo's new addition - a chatty tiger cub. The cub's tales are so engaging that they keep the other animals awake all night,...

The Sutton Hoo ship-burial is one of the most significant discoveries in British archaeology. In 1939, a team of archaeologists unearthed a treasure trove of Anglo-Saxon artifacts from a ship-burial...

The Poetry Toolkit: A comprehensive guide to studying poetry, now revised with a diverse selection of poetic voices from the last fifty years. This third edition helps readers develop a richer...

This concise guide helps students develop a critical approach to unlock their academic potential. It explains the importance of critical thinking, how to integrate analysis into research, reading,...

White Mughals: Love and Betrayal in Eighteenth-century IndiaA remarkable tale of love and deception set against the backdrop of colonial India. In the early eighteenth century, a British Resident at...

King Lear is a powerful tragedy that explores the complexities of love, hate, loyalty, and treachery. Edited and introduced by Cedric Watts, this revised edition of Shakespeare's play provides a...

Twelfth Night is a romantic comedy of mistaken identity, where a young woman disguises herself as a man to serve a duke. She becomes embroiled in a complicated love triangle, with unexpected...

This revised edition of Othello features a new introduction by leading American scholar Ayanna Thompson, offering a fresh perspective on the play's complex themes and historical context. Thompson's...

The King Richard II edition offers a fresh perspective on Shakespeare's second tetralogy of history plays, exploring the play's relationship to the other works in the sequence. The richly annotated...

A pioneering cyberpunk novel that predicted our obsession with the Internet, Neuromancer is a world within the world, where every byte of data is represented in cyberspace. In this groundbreaking...

A beautifully crafted edition of a treasured children's story, featuring restored artwork from the 1922 original. This stunning hardcover book boasts a gorgeous cloth cover with gold accents, making...

The Oxygen Cure: A Complete Guide to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that has been recognized by the FDA for 14 conditions, including decompression...

Peter May's The Chessmen is a gripping thriller that reunites Fin Macleod with a local poacher, Whistler Macaskill, in a violent and sinister turn. As Fin investigates a spate of illegal game-hunting...

The Chessmen by Peter May Seventeen years after his disappearance, the body of Roddy Mackenzie is found in a light aircraft that has been submerged in a loch on the Isle of Lewis. The discovery sets...

Darcy and Elizabeth's wedding day marks the beginning of their greatest adventure: marriage and a life together. In this romantic sequel to Pride and Prejudice, Sharon Lathan presents a captivating...

Charles Williams' 'The Figure of Arthur' is a poetic exploration of the Arthurian legends. The work features contributions by the British writer, C. S. Lewis, and is part of Williams' oeuvre, which...

Selected Poems by William Carlos WilliamsWilliam Carlos Williams' poetry is a testament to the power of observation and the beauty of everyday life. As a physician, he developed the skill of...

When William Kamkwamba was 14, his family told him he had to leave school to work on the farm. But William had other plans. He found a way to make a difference, bringing light to his family and...

Bernard Williams's Essays and Reviews 1959-2002 offers a unique insight into the mind of one of the most important philosophers of the past fifty years. A distinguished critic and essayist, Williams...

Eros the Bittersweet by Anne Carson is a lyrical exploration of the concept of eros, or romantic love, drawing on classical philosophy and literature. The book begins with Sappho's definition of eros...

Daniel Wilson, a renowned private enquiry agent, is approached by the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge to investigate a series of bizarre occurrences. The museum's new Egyptian collection, featuring...

Sir William Beauscyr's world is turned upside down when one of his serfs joins a band of tin miners and is found dead. As a knight in 14th century Devon, Sir William is no stranger to authority, but...

A True Story of International Intrigue and Power Struggle This book tells the story of a secret game played by different groups to determine which would control the world's wealth, resources, and...

The Exorcist, a novel of unflinching horror, has become a landmark of modern literature. Published in 1971, it tells the story of Regan, an eleven-year-old girl whose life is turned upside down by a...

A leadership book distilled from decades of experience, The Wisdom of the Bullfrog offers practical advice on the qualities that set great leaders apart. Admiral McRaven's four decades as a Navy SEAL...

The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats Volume XIII: A Vision The Original 1925 Version A Vision, the 1925 version of Yeats's magnum opus, presents the poet's system of philosophy, psychology, history, and...

Color Mixing Recipes for Portraits offers a comprehensive guide to creating realistic skin tones, as well as hair, eye, and lip colors, using oil, acrylic, and watercolor paints.With over 500 color...

Exploitation Nation #1 Lesbian Vampires of the Cinema is a unique publication that delves into the world of exploitation films, featuring interviews with notable figures and a review section. This...

A post-apocalyptic thriller that explores the devastating consequences of a terrorist attack using electromagnetic pulse weapons. In the aftermath of such an attack, one man must fight to save his...

A true story of international intrigue and deception, "Pawns In The Game" reveals a shocking tale of global manipulation and control. The author exposes a decades-long game of cat and mouse between...

Dark Psychology: Understanding and Defending Against Manipulation and Deception in Everyday Life. This book provides an in-depth exploration of dark psychology, its fundamental principles, and the...

BBC BASIC V for the Acorn Archimedes is a comprehensive guide to programming on the Acorn Archimedes, focusing on the BBC BASIC V language. This book assumes a basic understanding of the language and...

A comprehensive guide to Masonic music, this manual contains a wealth of odes, chants, male quartets, solos, and marches, carefully adapted for use in various Masonic ceremonies. The work is a...

I'm Open to Anything is a provocative coming of age novel that explores the bohemian landscape of Southern California in the late 1980s and early 90s. The story follows a young man who flees a...

Blade Runner A Movie Set in a dystopian future, this novella explores a world ravaged by medical disasters. A medical-care apocalypse has devastated society, and a new class of smugglers has emerged...

Dan Hamilton's life took a dramatic turn when his grandfather passed away from cancer, prompting him to major in biochemistry. His determination to find a cure led to an unexpected encounter with...

Discover the fascinating world of the United Kingdom with The Big Book of UK Facts, Folklore and Fascinations. This comprehensive guide is packed with interesting facts and information about the...

Naked Lunch, the restored text, is a nightmarish and fiercely funny novel that follows Bill Lee through Interzone, a surreal wasteland of drugs, depravity, and endless addiction. This taboo-breaking...

Montaigne: A Very Short Introduction explores the life, thought, and writing of the French author Michel de Montaigne, widely regarded as the founder and greatest practitioner of the personal essay...

Wheat Belly: The Effortless Health and Weight-Loss Solution Discover how eliminating wheat from your diet can transform your health. Driven by the success of over 2,000 patients who regained their...

William Warwick has always been drawn to the world of detection, and after much consideration, he decides to pursue a career with the Metropolitan Police Force rather than follow in his father's...

Tennessee Williams' Memoirs offers a candid and introspective look at the life of one of America's greatest playwrights. First published in 1975, this memoir revealed a great deal about Williams'...

Miss Fisher's latest case is a complex web of threats and tragedy. When her home receives threatening letters, Phryne enlists the help of her trusted apprentice Tinker to investigate. As the...

The CSB She Reads Truth Bible is a devotional Bible designed to help women understand and apply Scripture in their daily lives. This Bible features 189 gospel-centered devotionals, 66 illustrated key...

A timeless guide to clear and engaging writing, now refreshed with beautiful illustrations. The Elements of Style Illustrated is a style manual that has been a trusted companion for English writers...

Bill Tompkins' life was marked by a series of extraordinary events that took him to the heart of the US government's most secretive projects. As a teenager, his personal ship models were confiscated...

The UFO Magazine UFO Encyclopedia is a comprehensive guide to the study of UFOs and extraterrestrial contact. With over 5,000 entries, it draws from a database of seventeen years' worth of research...

The Henschel Hs 293 and Ruhrstahl SD 1400X "Fritz X" Guided Missiles of World War II. This book provides a detailed account of two lesser-known "secret weapons" of the Luftwaffe, the Hs 293 guided...

There is only one commandment for a perfect life. In this book, you'll discover the simple yet profound secret to achieving complete fulfillment and mastery in your life. The good news is that you've...

The Caldwells' Story of Survival: A Rare Titanic Family The story of the Caldwells, a family who lived through the Titanic's tragic sinking, is one of survival and perseverance. Their rescue in...

For a smooth introduction to Latin, look no further than Getting Started with Latin. This comprehensive guide is designed to overcome common obstacles, such as feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to...

The story of the USAAF's airborne signals intelligence aircraft during World War Two is one of rapid innovation and collaboration. In just three years, the USAAF transformed from hand-built...

Doctor John Dee and his secret apprentice, Margaretta, are drawn into a perilous investigation when the body of a young boy is found with a stabbed tongue, a false seal, and a cryptic letter that...

The Day After Roswell is a gripping and revealing account of the 1947 Roswell incident and its enduring impact on modern technology. Colonel Philip J. Corso, a former member of President Eisenhower's...

Detective Cork O'Connor's family is caught in the midst of a brutal and deadly situation when a group of killers targets them. On a houseboat vacation on the remote Lake of the Woods, a violent storm...

Jacob T. Marley, a gripping tale of redemption, tells the story of a man who was once a ruthless taskmaster, but ultimately found a path to salvation. Written in the style of a beloved holiday...

Orthodox Worship explores the continuity of Christian worship from the Old Covenant to the New, tracing the influence of Jewish Temple and synagogue liturgy on the Orthodox tradition. This accessible...

W.D. Gann's comprehensive guide to making profits in commodities presents a straightforward and logical approach to trading on the exchanges. By combining theory and practice, Gann shares his...

A remarkably preserved mummy, estimated to be over 1,900 years old, is the subject of this intriguing tale. The young man's body, remarkably intact, appears to have been preserved in its prime, with...

Mere Humanity explores the human condition through the writings of three influential authors: G.K. Chesterton, C.S. Lewis, and J.R.R. Tolkien. Their expositions and fiction offer a robust biblical...

You Bright and Risen Angels is a novel of epic proportions, a biting satire of history, technology, politics, and misguided love. Set against the backdrop of a world in turmoil, the story follows a...

Living with acid reflux, heartburn, and GERD symptoms can be a miserable experience. However, with the right approach, it's possible to manage and even cure these conditions. The Acid Reflux Diet: A...

Vanity Fair is a satirical novel that explores the lives of two women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. Becky, an orphan with vast ambitions, navigates...

The Moon and Sixpence is a novel about a man who abandons his life to pursue his passion for art. Charles Strickland, a stockbroker, leaves behind his family and settles in Paris and Tahiti, where he...

The Universe in a Nutshell by Stephen Hawking is a comprehensive guide to the latest advances in scientific thinking. With beautifully illustrated original artwork, Professor Hawking brings the...

Rowan Williams explores the fundamental questions of human consciousness, the nature of the mind, and what it means to be human in this thought-provoking book.Through a Christian perspective,...

Five Years AfterA near-future thriller where the fragile civilization that John Matherson helped rebuild is threatened by new dangers. The Republic of New America has collapsed into regional powers,...

For serious binocular users, collectors, dealers, and manufacturers, "Binoculars: Fallacy & Fact" provides a fascinating look at the world of binoculars by someone who knows them inside out. With...

Ulster Sails West: The Story of the Great Emigration from Ulster to North America in the 18th Century, Together with an Outline of the Part Played by Ulstermen in Building the United StatesThis book...

Discover the whimsical world of children's verse in this delightful book of poems. Each poem features two things that resemble each other, beautifully illustrated to bring the words to life.The poems...

Britain's Butterflies is a comprehensive photographic field guide to the butterflies of Britain and Ireland. The updated edition features hundreds of stunning colour photographs of the 59 regularly...

A new resource for Baptists, drawing on a rich tradition of common prayer and scripture reading in community, this book offers a formative and sustainable spiritual practice for everyday life and...

The Seaside Detective Agency - The Case of the Brazen Burglar is a light-hearted crime caper that will leave you smiling. When a glamorous art dealer arrives on the Isle of Man, she sets off a chain...

William Carlos Williams's Collected Poems 1909-1939 is a comprehensive two-volume edition that brings together the poet's most significant works for the modern reader.Spanning nearly three decades,...

Bernard Williams' Ethics and the Limits of Philosophy is a rich exploration of moral philosophy, reorienting ethics away from universal theories towards individual truth and meaning. Drawing on Greek...

Selected Poems of William Wordsworth by William Wordsworth This collection showcases the major poet of Romanticism, William Wordsworth, at his finest. A celebration of the natural world and...

Raymond Williams' Politics and Culture is a collection of essays that showcase the work of a pioneering scholar of cultural and society, and one of the outstanding intellectuals of the twentieth...

A gripping memoir of survival and perseverance, this book tells the story of a young inventor who brought electricity to his village in Malawi. When a devastating drought struck, William's family...