1189 results for 'Pfender, April'

El simpatizante is a gripping novel that delves into the complexities of war and loyalty. In April 1975, Saigon teeters on the brink of chaos as the general of the South Vietnamese army prepares to...

A collection of humorous, dark and heart-breaking stories awaits you. This anthology features tales from brilliant writers, including Rayne Hall, Mark Cassell, Amy Grech, Jonathan Broughton, Carole...

The story behind one of history's most infamous assassinations is revealed in this gripping account. On April 18, 1943, Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto was shot down and killed by US fighter pilots. But who...

The Imphal-Kohima Battles 1944 is a detailed account of two pivotal battles fought in Manipur and Assam during World War II. The clash between British forces and Japanese troops marked a turning...

Adele has always known that the dead aren't really dead. She can see them and even talk to them. But when she encounters her ex best friend Tori in a shallow grave in the woods, her gift turns into a...

The Battle of Sappa Creek, April 1875, was one of the most devastating confrontations of the Red River War. This account, based on all known contemporaneous sources, recounts the tragic events that...

Theodore Roosevelt's final days were marked by both personal tragedy and continued public service. In his last two years of life, from April 1917 to January 6, 1919, the former President struggled...

April 1945: Europe is in ruins, and Berlin is burning. A famous aviatrix lands her light aircraft in the center of the shattered German capital, accompanied by Heinrich Bechmann, an SS mass killer...

STARS is an Afrofuturist odyssey that explores one woman's quest for her own orgasm. After losing her husband, Mrs embarks on a journey to find what she believes all orgasms go to: outer space.Along...

Treblinka is a testament to human resilience in the face of unimaginable horror. In April 1943, 600 prisoners at this notorious concentration camp rose up against their captors, using stolen guns and...

Leszli Kálli's diary chronicles her 373-day ordeal as a hostage in the jungle. In April 1999, she was hijacked by a leftist guerrilla group while boarding a plane to work in Israel. Held captive...

The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising by Israel Gutman is a gripping account of one of the most pivotal moments in World War II. In April 1943, thousands of Jews were forcibly removed from their homes and sent...

The Kargil 1999 conflict was a pivotal moment in South Asia's history, sparked by a nuclear test just over a year earlier. In February 1999, a ray of hope for peace seemed to emerge with the Lahore...

A young man from a well-to-do family embarked on a journey to Alaska, hitchhiking to the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley in April 1992. Four months later, his body was found by a moose hunter. This...

The IDW Collection Volume 6 presents the complete TMNT stories in recommended reading order. This collection includes one-shots, crossovers, and event series, covering everything a beginner needs to...

The world has changed, and with it, the challenges faced by its inhabitants. In this latest installment of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, the mutagen bomb's fallout continues to wreak havoc...

A young woman washes ashore on a deserted beach in Cornwall, England, in April 1943. She is found by Viscount Jack Trewella, who suspects she may be a prisoner of war or a spy. But the secret she...

Two electrifying pieces from Brixton House's Housemates Festival come together in this unique collection. Is Dat U Yh?, by dkfash, is a joyful and wacky adventure down memory lane, filled with...

Hardcover: 352 pages, published April 2020 by Harvard University Press. The art created within America's prisons is a powerful testament to the resilience and humanity of those who are often...

The Mystery of the Katyn Massacre: The Evidence, the Solution By Grover Furr In April 1943, German authorities claimed to have found the bodies of over 4,000 Polish prisoners of war near Katyn. This...

A Financial Times Book of the Month pick for April. Economist and journalist Allison Schrager explores how people manage risk in their lives and careers. We all take risks, but few know how to...

The past comes back to haunt Joe Pickett and his family with devastating effect in this thrilling novel from C. J. Box. A figure in the snow and timber is spotted below, and three others closing in -...

Eleven Jesuits embarked on an ox-wagon journey into southern Africa in April 1879, with a mission to spread Christianity. Despite their enthusiasm, they faced significant challenges, including a lack...

Congo Diary: A Brutally Honest Account of Guerrilla Warfare. In April 1965, Ernesto Che Guevara embarked on a clandestine mission to Congo, leading a force of Cuban soldiers in support of the African...

A woman's uncontrollable dance sparks a chain reaction in 1508 France. Years later, a schoolgirl's laughter becomes contagious in Tanzania. In 2011, cheerleaders are overcome by twitching fits in the...

In April, the rains came. In August, the heat arrived. And in November, horror descended upon Tranquillity, Maine. Now it's returning, threatening to destroy everything Claire Elliot holds dear. As a...

The Good Friday Agreement by Siobhán Fenton In April 1998, the Good Friday Agreement brought an end to decades of violence in Northern Ireland. Twenty years later, journalist Siobhán Fenton revisits...

A mutilated body washes up on a windswept beach, while a violent gang preys on moped riders across the area. A teenage girl's desperate bid for freedom from sexual exploitation sets Detective...

The 1955 Coup That Overthrew President Perón In April 2023, a new perspective on Argentina's tumultuous past was published. Revolución Libertadora Volume 2 explores the military dictatorship that...

Napoleon: The End of Glory tells the story of the dramatic two years that led to Napoleon's abdication in April 1814. This period, often overlooked in favour of more famous events, saw the collapse...

The Spanish Connection: A Forgotten War Operation In April 1943, a fisherman off the coast of Punta Umbría stumbled upon a body in the sea. The victim was a British officer, and attached to his...

Rupert Brooke died in April 1915, on the eve of the Gallipoli landings. His life and death have become closely tied to the First World War, with his poetry capturing the imagination of readers around...

The March-April 2023 issue of PN Review brings together a diverse range of voices and perspectives in its latest edition. This issue features new poems from established and emerging writers,...

Vaughan Williams' Norfolk Rhapsody is a work of musical genius, composed in 1906. The piece was first performed on 23 August 1906, with a second performance taking place in Bournemouth on 21 May 1914...

When a game of chance decided the future for Jackson "JJ" Justice and his teammates, it set him on a path that would lead him to a life of lumberjacking in small-town Maine. Years later, JJ's...

The Diggers: A Radical Experiment in 17th-Century England In April 1649, a group of radical thinkers known as the Diggers began occupying waste land at St. George's Hill in Surrey, calling on all...

The Riviera at War: World War II on the Côte d'Azur By George G. Kundahl During World War II, southeastern France - known as the Riviera or Côte d'Azur - was one of the few regions in the world...

Eve's life is one of precision and routine. She remembers every detail, from what her colleagues had for lunch last April to the faces of those who have stayed at the care home where she works. But...

619 Squadron was formed in April 1943 as part of Bomber Command's expansion efforts. With its high number, it reflected the fact that it was a brand new unit with no history behind it.The squadron...

In April 1992, a young man from a well-to-do family embarked on a journey to Alaska, walking alone into the wilderness north of Mt. McKinley. Four months later, his decomposed body was found by a...

This history of the 30th Division covers its reconstitution in July 1918 to the Armistice in November 1918. Formed originally as the 37th Division in December 1914, it was renumbered 30th in April...

In April 1940, two British Destroyers sailed into the harbour at Tórshavn, forever changing the lives of the Faroe Islanders. For Kjartan, an 18-year-old struggling to cope with loss and first love,...

Explore Poetry! With 25 Great Projects offers children a fun and engaging way to learn about various forms of poetry. This book introduces different literary techniques such as personification,...

The Newhall Incident: America's Worst Uniformed Cop Massacre A shocking and pivotal event in American law enforcement history, this book recounts the tragic events of April 5, 1970, when four young...

Voices from Chernobyl is a powerful and personal account of the worst nuclear reactor accident in history, as told by the 2015 Nobel Prize in Literature winner Svetlana Alexievich.On April 26, 1986,...

Stalingrad is a magnificent novel that explores the human experience during one of the most pivotal moments in history. In April 1942, the fate of the world hangs in the balance as the German army...

The Assassination of a Policeman: A Divided Island's Darkest Hour On 22nd April 1978, a shocking act of violence shook the town of Lisburn, leaving a young boy to witness the brutal killing of an...

Jazz in Springtime is a stylish piano album that takes you on a musical tour of springtime. This collection features well-loved jazz standards alongside original compositions by celebrated jazz...

The Fall of Berlin: Rare Photographs from Wartime Archives by Ian Baxter In March 1945, the Soviet Army closed in on Berlin, marking the beginning of the end for the Third Reich. This Images of War...

A Rip in Heaven: A Memoir of Murder and Its Aftermath by Jeanine Cummins is a heart-wrenching true crime account that delves into the devastating aftermath of a violent crime. In April 1991,...

Judy at Carnegie Hall is a live recording that made history on April 23, 1961. Judy Garland performed in front of a large audience and the concert was later released as a two-disc set. This album...

The Book of the Law by Aleister Crowley A foundational text in modern occultism, The Book of the Law is a sacred scripture that forms the basis of Crowley's practice of Magick and his belief system,...

William's Wonderful Plan and Other Stories Meet Just William is a collection of eight entertaining tales from the "voice of William" Martin Jarvis. The stories are accompanied by illustrations by...

The Chronicles of a Discerner: Growing Spiritual Muscle in Discerning April Stutzman's guide to discerning of spirits is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and develop this gift...

On 15 July 1919, a historic flight came to an end in Clifden, Ireland. Captain John Alcock and Lieutenant Arthur Whitten-Brown had completed the first non-stop transatlantic crossing, flying for 16...

The Daily Assortment of Astonishing Things and Other Stories brings together a diverse selection of short stories from African writers. This collection features five 2016 Caine Prize for African...

The American Aircraft Building Programme of the First World War was a ambitious plan to revolutionise air power in Europe. In April 1917, the US government promised to build an enormous fleet of...

Hardcover, 250 pages, published 19 April 2022 by Harvard University Press. This book offers a unified account of modern poetry in the Western tradition, tracing its transformation from the late...

Madrid 1945: La noche de los Cuatro Caminos is a gripping account of a pivotal moment in Spanish history. In April 1945, a group of men were tasked with attacking the Falange headquarters at Cuatro...

Rehtaeh Parsons was a teenager with boundless curiosity and a love for family, science, and the natural world. Her life took a devastating turn when she was shamed by her peers after a photo of her...

Rudolf Vrba's story is one of extraordinary courage and determination. In April 1944, he became one of the first Jews to escape from Auschwitz and risked everything to reveal the truth about the...

Lale Sokolov, a Slovakian Jew, is forcibly transported to Auschwitz-Birkenau in April 1942. He is assigned the role of a tattooist, tasked with permanently marking his fellow prisoners. Over two and...

Columbine is a groundbreaking work of journalism that delves into the devastating events of April 20th, 1999, and the aftermath that has shaped the American psyche. Dave Cullen's ten-year...

Youth Offending and Restorative Justice by Adam Crawford and Tim Newburn provides an in-depth analysis of recent changes to the youth justice system in England and Wales. This overhaul has shifted...

Reds on the Run by John Sandham is set against the backdrop of the Cold War and the tumultuous civil war in Guatemala. In April 1982, tensions are running high as Margaret Thatcher requests support...

Queens and Queenship in Medieval Europe: Proceedings of a Conference Held at King's College London, April 1995 This collection of essays explores the image, status, and function of queens and...

Discover 366 fascinating facts to build up your brain and broaden your knowledge. Kee Malesky's new book is packed with interesting information on various subjects, from arts and history to natural...

The Boston Marathon Bombing: Running for Their Lives On April 15, 2013, the Boston Marathon turned into a day of chaos and fear when two bombs detonated near the finish line. This book tells the...

Bridget Christie's life was changed forever by a chance encounter in a bookshop. On April 30th, 2012, a man's fart in the Women's Studies Section sparked a moment of clarity that would propel her to...

The End of Summer Is Here. As summer draws to a close, the Lumberjanes are facing their biggest challenge yet. With the mysterious force known as the Grey threatening their camp, they must band...

Lucky Luke faces a new challenge in Oklahoma Territory. On 22 April 1889, the American government opened the land to settlement, and Lucky Luke is tasked with ensuring fair treatment for all...

The Birth of Novalis: Friedrich von Hardenberg's Journal of 1797, with Selected Letters and DocumentsThis collection offers a unique glimpse into the early life of the poet Novalis, as recorded in...

Outrun the Moon by Stacey Lee is a powerful and moving story set against the devastating backdrop of the 1906 San Francisco earthquake. Fifteen-year-old Mercy Wong's determination to break free from...

Fated to the Wolf Prince by April L. Moon is a paranormal romance that sets the stage for a thrilling story. When a mysterious mandate brings together all unmated wolves worldwide, the author's...

Brave New World, a graphic novel adaptation of Aldous Huxley's seminal work, brings this dystopian masterpiece to life in a fresh and compelling way. Originally published in 1932, the novel remains a...

Berlin Life and Loss in the City that Shaped the Century by Sinclair McKay is a deeply personal exploration of one of history's most pivotal cities. In the final days of April 1945, Berlin was...

The Story of HX231, a Turning Point in the Battle of the Atlantic In April 1943, Commander Peter Gretton led the escort of convoy HX231 during the Battle of the Atlantic. This was a pivotal moment in...

The Bounty Mutiny by William Bligh and Edward Christian In April 1789, a dramatic confrontation took place near the island now known as Tonga. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of one of...

Norwich in the Second World War by Neil R. Storey is a new history of the city and its people during wartime events from 1939 to 1945. Using previously unpublished photographs, interviews, memoirs,...

Susan Elkin's personal account of her husband's battle with Alzheimer's is a heart-wrenching exploration of love, loss and the devastating impact of this debilitating disease. Diagnosed in April...

Arif Naqvi and his Abraaj Group were pioneers of private sector impact investment in emerging markets. Their approach was simple: private money invested to build resilient economies, improving...

The B-24 Liberator "Lady Be Good" holds a place in history as the first and only combat mission for this aircraft type. On April 4, 1943, she departed from her base on the North African coast to bomb...

Chelsea's steady ascent to football's summit has been well documented, but life wasn't always carefree at Stamford Bridge. In April 1975, Spurs beat Chelsea 2-0, condemning the Blues to Division Two...

Shameless Sex: A Guide to Cultivating Your Unique Path to Life-Changing Pleasure Embark on your own journey toward life-changing pleasure with this comprehensive guide. Amy Baldwin and April Lampert,...

In April 1940, Poland was torn apart by the Soviet-Nazi Nonaggression pact. As the Russians rounded up enemies of the state in their occupation zone, one essential target slipped away - Dr. Sebastian...

The Combat History of Sturmpanzer-Abteilung 217 is a detailed account of the only Sturmpanzer IV equipped unit to see action on the western front. Formed in May 1944, this battalion fought in several...

Ada Gobetti's Partisan Diary is a unique and personal account of life in Italy during World War II. From September 1943 to April 1945, Gobetti recorded her daily experiences, thoughts, and feelings...

The 8th April 1996 was a day that Karen Sharpe had hoped to forget. Eight years later, she's still trying to cope with its aftermath. When her DS and partner is brutally murdered in a military-style...

The Dead Don't Wait by Michael Jecks is a gripping mystery set in 16th-century England. In April 1555, a priest's body is found brutally murdered in the village of St Botolph, with Jack Blackjack...

The Lives Before Us by Juliet Conlin In April 1939, two women are forced to make an impossible choice: flee Europe or face the ghetto, incarceration, and death. Esther and Kitty secure passage to...

The evening of April 12, 1979, was clear and warm. Drs. Ronald Banks and John Hakola made a tragic decision to walk from the historic district to their hotel entrance in the French Quarter. Their...

The Baltimore Orioles and the Chicago White Sox took to the field at Camden Yards in April 2015, but this was no ordinary game. Just thirty-six hours after the worst rioting Baltimore had seen since...

This book provides a fresh and empirical political history of East Timor between 1974 and 2006, shedding new light on the origins of an unexpected crisis in 2006 that led to international military...

Behind one of the greatest tragedies in UK policing history lies a shocking political scandal. On 17 April 1984, automatic gunfire rained down on demonstrators outside the Libyan embassy in London,...

The Letters of Ernest Hemingway: Volume 4, 1929-1931 This volume of Ernest Hemingway's letters spans a pivotal period in his life and career, from April 1929 to 1931. It features many previously...

This beautifully illustrated book explores the fascinating people, extraordinary events and amazing stories that made the headlines in 1964. Discover what extraordinary chart record the Beatles...

The 21 Escapes of Lt Alastair Cram is a gripping account of one man's unwavering determination to survive against all odds. In November 1941, Lt Alastair Cram was taken prisoner in North Africa,...

The IDW Collection Volume 15 brings together the complete Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stories in recommended reading order. This collection includes one-shots, crossovers, and event series, offering...

The Titanic's final hours are meticulously documented in this real-time account of one of the greatest dramas of twentieth century history. On 15th April 1912, at 2:20am, the ship plunged 12,000 feet...

George Blake's remarkable story is at the heart of this gripping account of the Berlin Tunnel and the greatest conspiracy of the Cold War. Steve Vogel masterfully weaves together the intricate...