1351 results for 'Strindberg, August'

Edinburgh in August brings together a group of people drawn to the city for the Festival. Their lives are about to be thrown into turmoil by the arrival of Angelique Pascal, a talented violinist with...

Lover's Vows by August von Kotzebue and Inchbald is a play that has captured the hearts of audiences in England. Its enduring popularity suggests that the changes made to the original work are...

The Battle That Began the War in Afghanistan In August 2001, Al-Qaeda launched a devastating attack on the US, killing thousands. In response, UK Special Forces entered the fray alongside CIA...

Paula the Vet introduces children to the phonics pattern au as in August. This Level 6 Songbirds Phonics book is part of an engaging series that combines beautifully illustrated stories with...

Auguste Lupa, renowned detective and possessor of a brilliant deductive mind, is summoned to the court of the Czar. There, with assistance from his father's legendary detectives, he unravels a...

The July-August 2021 issue of PN Review features a major account by Sinead Morrissey, reflecting on her experiences in Gdansk and the Belfast troubles that shaped her childhood. This issue also marks...

The Nuremberg Diary is a chilling study of the Nazi regime's inner workings, based on the firsthand experiences of G. M. Gilbert, a prison psychologist who had unparalleled access to the defendants...

T.E. Lawrence in Lincolnshire is a unique and lesser-known chapter in the life of the famous T.E. Lawrence. This book tells the story of Lawrence's time as Aircraftman T.E. Shaw at RAF College...

The Battle for Guillemont: A pivotal moment in World War I. In August 1916, the battle for Guillemont raged on, with soldiers fighting to control key positions in and around the village. This intense...

Seaman's Journal is an account of an extraordinary journey. In August 1803, Seaman, a Newfoundland dog, met his new master and embarked on a three-year adventure that spanned over 8,000 miles to the...

Arlo Finch in the Valley of Fire by John August is an exciting fantasy novel that combines magic and adventure. As Arlo discovers strange occurrences in his new town, he finds himself at the centre...

Disappearing Earth by Julia Phillips is a thought-provoking and intense novel that explores the intricate bonds of family and community in a remote Siberian region. On an August afternoon, two...

Learn Python with Practical Advice The Pragmatic Python Programming book covers Python 3.10, focusing on six key concepts that form the building blocks of programming languages. You'll explore...

Charles E. Cowman's life was marked by a single-minded pursuit: sharing the message of Jesus with others.In 1900, he made a notation in his Bible that would change the course of his life forever -...

British Regiments, 1914-1918 is a comprehensive reference work detailing the service records of over 1,750 infantry battalions and numerous cavalry and Yeomanry regiments during World War I. The book...

The Western Front: A History of the First World War by Nick Lloyd A monumental and meticulously researched history of the Western Front, this book redefines our understanding of one of the most...

Discover over 300 seasonal book recommendations in this ultimate reading list for book lovers everywhere. Spanning from January to August, Francesca Beauman offers a wealth of book suggestions to...

The Constitution of Liberty by Friedrich August Hayek is a foundational work in modern libertarian thought. Written during a time when mainstream economic theory was dominated by Keynesian ideas,...

My Life with Boris is a poignant memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the personal life of Naina Yeltsina, the wife of Russia's first president. With over 50 years of companionship, she recounts...

The Normandy Panzer Offensive: August 1944 In the summer of 1944, the German army launched Operation Lüttich, a counteroffensive against the Allied forces in northern France. This highly illustrated...

Gerd Marit Sollien's music legacy lives on in this collection of six melodies. Born into a family where her father's accordion playing was reserved for his male students, Gerd found ways to pursue...

A new collection of poems from August Kleinzahler, exploring the intersections of art and life in unexpected ways. His signature vivid language and rhythmic energy are on full display, but this...

The Day I Washed My Face in the Toilet is a laugh-out-loud novel about a girl's misadventures. Monica Bloomfield wants to spend August at science camp, but her plans are disrupted by family...

Cold a Long Time: An Alpine Mystery by John Leake is a heart-wrenching true story about a family's desperate search for their missing son. In August 1989, Duncan MacPherson vanished while...

Emma Byrne was born with a unique world around her. Animals were her passion, and by 15, she had become a sought-after horse trainer. But who would try to harm this gifted young woman? On a fateful...

The Spy in Black by J. Storer Clouston is set against the backdrop of wartime, where the author masterfully weaves together suspense and action. A lone figure prepares to infiltrate enemy lines,...

The Battle of Brooklyn 1776 On 27 August 1776, the fate of the United States hung in the balance. The largest clash of the Revolution, the Battle of Brooklyn was a pivotal moment in American history...

A gripping tale of murder and mystery unfolds in this 14th-century whodunit. In August 1358, the Dowager Queen Isabella lies dying, and her death sets off a chain of violent events that require the...

Vincent in Brixton is a moving portrayal of the young Vincent van Gogh's life. In 1873, he rents a room from an English widow and returns three years later to embark on a journey that will ultimately...

August 1918. Amiens, France. Allied armies have driven a massive hole in the German lines. But the enemy is regrouping.Major Malcolm MacPhail of the Canadian Corps is an intelligence officer, a...

At a quarter past three in the afternoon, on August 17, 1898, Doctor Edward Byrne slipped on the ice and slid into a crevasse. Nearly sixty feet below the surface, he was wedged upside down between...

Englishman, Kamerad is a personal account of Captain Gilbert Nobbs' experiences during World War I. After serving in various units before the war, he joined the 5th Battalion, London Regiment, and...

Take You Wherever You Go is a poignant and inspirational memoir by Kenny Leon, Tony Award-winning director and recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award.This powerful story reflects on the...

Max Beerbohm's witty and erudite essays represent the pinnacle of Aesthetic period humour. This collection, presented by the author with tongue firmly in cheek, is an august memorial to his brilliant...

The disappearance of an English colony in 1590 remains one of history's greatest mysteries. In August 1587, a group of settlers arrived on Roanoke Island near North Carolina to establish a new home...

Rediscovering the Magic of Christmas: A Daily Advent Journey This Advent, explore the rich and often overlooked passages of Scripture that reveal the true meaning of Christmas. Originally written as...

The Biggest Art Rescue in History: Saving Mona Lisa In August 1939, the world's most famous painting was spirited away to the Loire Valley as part of the largest art evacuation in history. As the...

A Foreign Field by Ben Macintyre is a gripping tale of survival, love, and betrayal set against the backdrop of World War I. In August 1914, four young British soldiers find themselves stranded...

No Way Down: Life and Death on K2 is a heart-stopping account of a brutal struggle for survival on the upper slopes of the Himalayan K2, the world's most hostile terrain. On August 1st, 2008, thirty...

A radical vegetarian and nudist from Nuremberg named August Engelhardt set sail for the Bismarck Archipelago in 1902, bound for the island of Kabakon. His goal was to establish a colony based on...

Lauretta Amata Olowu's Really Cool on Faith is a heartwarming story that teaches children about the importance of trusting in God, even when faced with challenges.The book follows a young boy who...

Hurricane Katrina destroyed major Gulf Coast cities in just five violent hours on August 29, 2005. However, this was only the first stage of a devastating triple tragedy. The storm-surge flooding...

Bruce Lee Enter the Dragon Photo Album Vol 2 A collection of photographs from the iconic film "Enter the Dragon", released in August 1973. This book features over 12,000 images taken during filming,...

Good Grief by Ugly Bucket is a unique and humorous exploration of death and friendship. When a dying man makes a wish for his friends to create a show about death, they take it literally - and the...

Solar Pons: A Collection of Pastiches In this collection of twelve pastiches, August Derleth recreates the London of Sherlock Holmes. Written in 1939 and 1940, these stories capture the nostalgic...

A tender and complex love story, Walls and Windows explores how external circumstances can pull us apart. Despite their hopes for a simple life with their two sons, Julia and John face challenges...

The Minutes by Tracy Letts A scathing comedy about small-town politics and real-world power, this play exposes the ugliness behind some of our most closely-held American narratives. It asks each of...

Ritz and Escoffier: The Hotelier, The Chef, and the Rise of the Leisure ClassIn this critically acclaimed tale, Luke Barr explores the scandalous partnership between César Ritz and Auguste Escoffier...

The Devil's Light by Richard North Patterson is a gripping thriller that delves into the world of terrorism and espionage. In August 2011, a chilling transmission is broadcast to the world, in which...

The Nissan Primera Petrol (90 - Aug 99) H to T. This comprehensive guide covers the 1.8 litre and 2.0 litre petrol engines used in the Nissan Primera from 1990 to August 1999, including the H to T...

Promises Betrayed: An Afghan Interpreter at the Fall of KabulJamil Hassan's harrowing account of his escape from Afghanistan during the August 2021 withdrawal is a testament to the human cost of war...

Admiral Nimitz: The Commander of the Pacific Ocean Theater by Brayton Harris is a biography that brings to life one of America's greatest wartime heroes. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, Admiral...

Julie Bauer's family cottage was once a place of innocence. But that all changed on an August night when her sister was murdered. Years later, someone from Julie's past is asking questions about what...

Dale M. Schlitt's study explores the roots and legacy of German Idealist philosophy for trinitarian theology.The book examines how 19th-century thinkers, such as Philipp Marheineke, Isaak August...

A modern retelling of Ibsen's classic play, En Folkefiende An Enemy of the People examines the faultlines of municipal power. When Tom Stockmann makes a discovery about the town's prestigious new...

The U.S. Eighth Air Force's Battle over Holland, August 19, 1943 is a detailed account of a pivotal moment in World War II. On this day, American bombers targeted German airfields in the Netherlands,...

The presidency of Gerald R. Ford: A 895-day journey that shaped the world. This book offers a unique perspective on one of America's most pivotal periods, from August 9th, 1974 to January 20th, 1977...

Charles Manson and his followers committed a series of brutal murders in August 1969, leaving a trail of horror and devastation in their wake. Ed Sanders's detailed and meticulously researched...

The Piano Lesson by August Wilson A powerful exploration of family legacy and the impact of slavery in America, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play is a haunting and dramatic tale. At its heart is an...

Business Cycles by Friedrich August Hayek explores the causes of economic boom and bust periods. Hayek's work challenges traditional views on macroeconomics, arguing that business cycles are driven...

The Seaforth World Naval Review 2024 provides an authoritative summary of global naval developments over the past year. This annual volume combines regional surveys with in-depth articles on new...

Pissed and Broke No. 6 is a commemorative reissue of a punk fanzine from the late '70s and early '80s, marking an important moment in music history.Originally published with limited print runs, this...

A passage-by-passage commentary on Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and Ruth provides a widely accessible resource for understanding and applying the overarching storyline of the Bible. This ESV...

Harry Roberts and Foxtrot One-One: The Shepherd's Bush MassacreIn August 1966, a shocking crime shook the nation. Two weeks after England won the World Cup, Harry Roberts and his associates killed...

September Hope: The American Side of a Bridge Too FarA new perspective on one of World War II's most pivotal moments, Operation Market Garden. In August 1944, the Allies achieved significant...

The Woman's Hour by Elaine Weiss and Elaine F. Weiss is a gripping account of the final battle for women's suffrage in America. In August 1920, the fate of the Nineteenth Amendment hung in the...

The Battle for Burma was one of the longest and bloodiest campaigns fought by the British in World War II. It began in December 1941 with a humiliating retreat, but ended triumphantly in August 1945...

Gardens of the Renaissance offers a unique glimpse into the idyllic green spaces of 16th-century Europe. Drawn from the Getty Museum's permanent collection, this beautifully illustrated volume...

Automotive Trouble Shooting For WW2 Wheeled Vehicles is a comprehensive guide to troubleshooting and repairing World War 2 wheeled military trucks. Originally produced by the US Government, this...

On August 28, 1963, hundreds of thousands gathered in Washington D.C. to advocate for equal economic opportunities and civil rights for Black Americans. This pivotal event culminated in Martin Luther...

Edouard Laugier and Auguste Laurent's quest for the secret of life took them from the scientific establishment to the perfume shop of their family. By day, they crafted revitalising elixirs and...

This collection of Edgar Allan Poe's most terrifying and bewildering tales is presented in its entirety. The book includes some of his most famous stories, such as 'The Pit and the Pendulum', 'The...

Experience the cosmic horror of H.P. Lovecraft and August Derleth in this collection of 15 terrifying tales.From the unsettling to the unspeakable, these rare collaborations showcase the darker side...

This study examines the role of cavalry in the early stages of World War I on the Western Front. In August 1914, German forces advanced through Belgium and northern France, forcing French and British...

A missing mother and child have left behind a trail of secrets. Private Investigator Martina Monroe is drawn into a cold case when a desperate mother asks her to reopen the investigation into Ana's...

Bounce: A Boomerang Novel by Noelle August In this captivating New Adult romance, two aspiring musicians find themselves at the centre of a whirlwind that threatens to upend their lives. Skyler...

The Haynes MX-5 05-15 O/P Use guide is a comprehensive repair manual for Mazda MX-5 Convertible (soft top) and Roadster Coupe (folding hard top) MK3 (NC Series) models with 1.8 litre (1798cc) and 2.0...

A beautiful collector's hardback edition of This Savage Song, the first book in the Monsters of Verity duology, is now available. This dark and brooding urban fantasy novel features gorgeous new...

Bitter Lemons by Lucy Hayes is an explosive debut play that tackles the pressures on women's bodies and the power society holds over them. In this intense drama, two women navigate their respective...

Bosworth 1485: A Battle of Steel The penultimate battle in the Wars of the Roses, Bosworth Field saw two great dynasties clash on the battlefield. On 22 August 1485, Richard III led the House of York...

Late Bloomers A Novel by Deepa Varadarajan is a heartwarming exploration of love, loyalty and self-discovery. After thirty-six years of an unhappy arranged marriage, Suresh and Lata Raman find...

In August 1980, Jane becomes the first female detective to join the Met's elite Flying Squad, known as the 'Sweeney'. Based at Rigg Approach in East London, they tackle high-stakes armed robberies...

The Erfurt Program: A Key Text of Orthodox Marxism This 194-page paperback presents the official commentary of the Social Democratic Party of Germany on their 1891 Erfurt Program. Written by Karl...

Lamia Ziadé's powerful memoir recounts the devastating explosion in Beirut on August 4, 2020. Through her own experiences and meticulous research, she weaves together the story of that fateful day...

Jane Austen's last completed novel, Persuasion, is a poignant exploration of love, regret and personal growth. Originally published in December 1818, it was written by Austen soon after finishing...

Paris Kiss is an intense and satisfying story set in Bohemian Paris of the 1880s. Jessie Lipscomb, a young English sculptress, joins her friend Camille to become a protégée of Auguste Rodin,...

A hot August Saturday on Nantucket Island sets the stage for a day that will change two lives forever. Marguerite Beale's life has been out of the public eye for over a decade, but a phone call from...

Malibu Rising is a story of family, drama, and the power of secrets. In August 1983, the Riva family gathers for Nina's annual end-of-summer party, a celebration that will change their lives forever...

Tango at the End of Winter is a poignant drama about a middle-aged actor struggling to come to terms with growing old. His wife arranges a fake love affair to revive his acting genius, but he...

Liberty Or Death: A vivid and surprising account of India's final years of colonial rule. At midnight on 14 August 1947, Great Britain's Indian Empire was broken into three pieces, marking the end of...

At Le Cateau in August 1914, a pivotal battle took place that would prove to be a turning point in the war. Despite being outnumbered three to one, British forces delivered a crushing blow to the...

In 1919 Vienna, desperation and crime reign supreme. A city in shambles after World War I, Vienna's population struggles to survive by its wits. Amidst this chaos, Insp. August Emmerich joins the...

Headhunter 5-73 CAV and Their Fight for Iraq's Diyala River ValleyThis is the story of the 15-month deployment of 5/73 Cav to Iraq in 2006-07, told by the soldiers themselves. Formed from 3rd...

Platform 10: Live Feed presents a paradoxical relationship between our mediated lives and the analog forms they replace. In this world, real-time platforms for self-expression are inextricably linked...

Gwen's life is one she has carefully crafted, painting and modelling to make ends meet. Her passion is Auguste Rodin, and for now, he sits for her, his letters a lifeline. As the years pass, Gwen's...

Hardcover, 160 pages, published 13 August 2019 Discover the art of crafting great cocktails at home with Helen McGinn's comprehensive guide. This book demystifies the world of mixology, providing you...

The Lafayette family gathers at their late father's home in Arkansas to bury the past and prepare for an estate sale. However, their plans are disrupted by a discovery that changes everything...

Discover how to see the world anew through the art of floral design. Lindsey Taylor's unique approach combines stunning arrangements with inspiration from works by artists across mediums and styles,...

Unbroken: The Untold Story by Indrani Mukerjea is a gripping account of a sensational murder investigation that shook the nation. On 25 August 2015, Indrani's life was forever changed when she was...

A slim volume documenting the daily activities of 61st Battery Canadian Field Artillery from April 1916 to March 1919. Originally published as a paperback for the men involved, this diary provides a...