7822 results for 'michael stackabl'

A gripping history of the Security Service's covert surveillance on British intellectuals in the twentieth century reveals a darker side to MI5. Official accounts have long ignored this 'other...

Todd Boyd's Young, Black, Rich, and Famous explores how basketball and hip hop have evolved from being reviled by the American mainstream in the 1970s to becoming globally accepted today. For young...

Diana and Dodi: A Personal Account of the Fatal Crash. Michael Cole was one of the few people who knew all three victims of the tragic road tunnel crash in Paris on 31 August, 1997. He discovered...

The SmarterCharter CATAMARAN Guide is your trusted companion for confident bareboat cruising in the Caribbean. With over 20 years of combined sailing experience, David Blacklock and Michael Domican...

The Jesuits: From Ignatius of Loyola to Pope Francis By Michael Walsh Canterbury Press, 2022 This narrative history explores the Society of Jesus, from its founding to the present day. It delves into...

The Art Direction Handbook for Film & Television is a comprehensive guide to setting up and working in an art department. Michael Rizzo provides detailed information on scouting locations,...

The city of Aberdeen has been shaped by its natural surroundings and location on the North Sea coast. For centuries, the area's granite was used to build the city, as well as exported around Britain...

Tears in the Darkness: A New Perspective on World War II's Darkest Hour. The battle for Bataan, fought from January to April 1942, was America's first major land battle of World War II. The outcome...

The Black Rose Chronicles: Deceit and Lies Book 1 by A. K. Michaels is a gripping dystopian novel that delves into the world of magic, vampires, and forbidden love. In this thrilling tale, an...

Burma has lived under military rule for nearly half a century. The 1990 elections were never recognized by the ruling junta, and Aung San Suu Kyi's victory was denied. She has been under house arrest...

The MX Book of New Sherlock Holmes Stories Part XXXIX 2023 Annual brings together 59 new traditional Canonical Holmes adventures. Written by over 200 contributors from around the world, these stories...

Franklin Pierce: A Troubled Presidency The 14th President of the United States, Franklin Pierce, was a complex figure whose single-minded partisan loyalties had far-reaching consequences for the...

Scott Carty's life takes a drastic turn when his boss instructs him to deliver a locked briefcase to an energy conference in Kazakhstan. As he becomes entangled with Lena Isotova, Scott uncovers a...

A New York Times Bestseller: A Gripping Thriller About Secrets and Remorse. Meghan Michaels is trying to balance her life as a single mother and full-time ICU nurse, but when a patient named Caitlin...

The Bible and the Printed Image in Early Modern England: Little Gidding and the Pursuit of Scriptural Harmony by Michael Gaudio explores the unique visual culture of print in seventeenth-century...

A Therapist's Guide to Growing Free: A Manual for Survivors of Domestic Violence by Wendy Deaton and Michael Hertica provides therapists with a comprehensive outline of the issues, tasks, and goals...

Conversations with JFK: A Fictional Dialogue Based on Biographical Facts by Michael O'Brien. This book presents a unique and insightful look at one of America's most iconic presidents, John F...

Fictive Narrative Philosophy: How Fiction Can Act as Philosophy by Michael Boylan presents a unique approach to understanding literature's potential as philosophy. The book explores how certain...

Paul de Man and the Afterlife of Theory by Barbara Cohen This collection of essays explores the concept of "material events" in the work of Paul de Man, a crucial figure in literary theory. A...

Bach Perspectives, Volume 14: Bach and Mozart: Connections, Patterns, and Pathways (Volume 14) offers new insights into the lesser-known musical figures associated with the names Bach and Mozart...

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of China's Long March and Mao's rise to power, Lost in the Long March is an epic historical novel that tells a powerful and moving story of two ordinary people.The...

Lent 1977 is a year of turmoil for Catholic priest Andrew Boulton. As he navigates the complexities of the post-Vatican Council era, he finds himself torn between traditionalist and modernist...

In the Arena: A History of American Presidential Hopefuls A comprehensive look at 34 American leaders who captured their party's nomination for the presidency but never reached the Oval Office. This...

Fern Michaels' Spirit of the Season is a heartwarming holiday novel that explores the magic of homecoming and new beginnings. Joy Preston returns to her childhood home in North Carolina for six...

WWW Drawing: Exploring Architectural Drawing in a Digital Age This book documents a unique project that brought together renowned architects and artists to explore the role of hand drawing in...

Franklin Delano Roosevelt's path to greatness was shaped by the people who influenced him most. In this insightful exploration, Michael J. Gerhardt reveals the pivotal relationships that helped form...

Lauren Montgomery's family has made Christmas magic for generations. Their shop, Razzle Dazzle Décor, is a beloved institution, but this year it faces its biggest challenge yet: the rise of online...

A teenage movie crush set high standards for Mac's future partners. Now she needs to find someone who can meet them in real life. Chicago obstetrician Mackenzie "Mac" Huntress has been waiting for...

The Routledge Handbook on Identity in Byzantium by Michael Edward Stewart, David Alan Parnell and Conor Whately offers a comprehensive survey of the complex codes of identity that shaped Byzantium...

Trade Wars Are Class Wars: How Rising Inequality Distorts the Global Economy and Threatens International Peace A provocative look at the causes of today's trade conflicts, this book argues that they...

Through Vegetal Being Two Philosophical Perspectives explores the intersection of philosophy and nature through two distinct perspectives. Luce Irigaray and Michael Marder delve into the human...

A Bad Day I Fear: The Irish Divisions at the Battle of Langemarck, 16 August 1917 by Michael James Nugent The Battle of Langemarck, fought on 16 August 1917, was a disastrous defeat for two British...

The World Turned Upside Down: Finding the Gospel in Stranger Things By Michael S. Heiser In exploring the supernatural world of Stranger Things, we find ourselves at the intersection of spiritual...

The City Electric: Infrastructural Politics in Postsocialist Tanzania By Michael Degani, Duke University Press, 2022, 272 pages, paperback. In Dar es Salaam, the city's power supply has become...

Judge Dredd: Every Empire Falls by Michael Carroll The fragile balance of power in Mega-City One is under threat. Following the devastating events of Chaos Day, new Judges have been brought in to...

A collection of books that matter to those who have shaped our cultural landscape. In "My Ideal Bookshelf", dozens of leading figures share the titles that defined their dreams and ambitions,...

The city of Coventry has a rich and varied history. From its early days as a major centre for the cloth trade and silk spinning in the Middle Ages, to its later growth into a hub for watchmaking,...

The Art of the Artistic Director Conversations with Leading Practitioners by Christopher Haydon. This insightful book offers a unique perspective on the role of the artistic director in modern...

Eastern Heroes 'The Clones of Bruce Lee' Special Edition Softback Variant by Ricky Baker is a fascinating exploration of the cult-tastic sub-genre known as Bruceploitation. This documentary, ENTER...

A Culture of Conspiracy: Apocalyptic Visions in Contemporary America by Michael Barkun explores the complex and often disturbing world of conspiracy theories in modern American society. This revised...

Song Collectors and the Life and Death of Folk Tradition is a groundbreaking study of the role played in musical history by those who have sought to preserve and record traditional music from around...

Strong Supply Chains Through Resilient Operations: Five Principles for Leaders to Win in a Volatile World by Suketu Gandhi, Michael F. Strohmer, Marc Lakner, Tiffany Hickerson and Sherri He. In...

The Power Five Essential Foods for Optimum Health by Michael Crupain is a comprehensive cookbook that reveals the key to living a longer and healthier life through the power of food. By focusing on...

Puget's Sound: A Narrative of Early Tacoma and the Southern Sound tells the colorful story of Tacoma and southern Puget Sound, where many major events of Washington's history took place. Drawing upon...

Never Say I explores how twentieth-century French writers, including Marcel Proust, André Gide, and Colette, shaped literary prose forms through their representations of same-sex sexuality. By...

The 1968 Election and the Politics of Division by Michael A. Cohen In January 1965, Lyndon B. Johnson delivered an ambitious vision for America, promising to end poverty and racial injustice...

Terrifying Tales is a spine-tingling collection of original ghost stories, brought to you by eleven masters of suspense. Kelly Barnhill, Michael Buckley, Adam Gidwitz, Adele Griffin and Lisa Brown,...

The Life and Legacy of Uncas, First of the Mohegans Uncas is one of the most fascinating figures in American history, yet his story has often been overshadowed by literary depictions. In this...

The Second Century of Psychoanalysis Evolving Perspectives on Therapeutic Action by Michael J. Diamond and Christopher Christian This book explores the underlying theory of therapeutic action in...

Something within Me: A Personal and Political Memoir by Michael Wilson offers a unique blend of personal and political experiences. As Minister of Finance, Wilson played a key role in shaping...

Develop your leadership skills and stay ahead of the competition with this revised and updated edition of The Strategic Leader's Roadmap. Wharton management professors Harbir Singh and Michael Useem...

Big Sky, Loyal Heart is a heartwarming romance set against the stunning backdrop of Montana's vast open spaces. When Colonel Michael Gibson's career reaches a crisis, he finds himself at a...

The Diaries, 1942-1954 is a remarkable collection of personal reflections, offering a unique glimpse into the life of James Lees-Milne, a versatile author and country house expert. Spanning the first...

The Listening Party: 100 Favorite Albums by Tim Burgess In 2020, when live music was forced to pause, Tim Burgess found an innovative way to bring people together. He hosted real-time album playbacks...

The First Ballads of the Great American Songbook, 1902-1913 by Michael G. Garber explores the origins of enduring pop ballads that emerged in the early 20th century. Ten songs from this period are...

Memoirs of a Radical Lawyer is a candid and insightful account of Michael Mansfield's remarkable career as Britain's most high-profile defence lawyer. With unparalleled commitment to his clients, he...

The Arms Crisis of 1970: A Groundbreaking Investigation into Ireland's Most Infamous Trial. In 1970, a high-profile trial shook the foundations of modern Irish history. Two cabinet ministers, accused...

The Religion of Whiteness: How Racism Distorts Christian Faith A growing recognition has emerged of the role that White Christian Nationalism plays in American society. This ideology has become...

The Broadway Musical: A Comprehensive History Laurence Maslon and Michael Kantor present a detailed exploration of America's unique art form, tracing its development from the early 20th century to...

The Treaty of Versailles A Very Short Introduction by Michael S. Neiberg Signed on June 28, 1919, between Germany and the principal Allied powers, the Treaty of Versailles formally ended World War I...

Kettlebell Strength Training Anatomy provides a comprehensive guide to kettlebell training. This step-by-step approach helps you reap the benefits of this functional form of exercise, which mimics...

Gaelic Spirit Field of Dreams ... Home of History is a heart-pumping tale of friendship and mystery. When Eoin Madden returns to his hometown in Tipperary for the holidays, he's joined by his friends...

The Democratic Regression: The Political Causes of Authoritarian Populism by Armin Schäfer and Michael Zürn A growing trend in public debate is to downplay the significance of populism, attributing...

The world is at a turning point, similar to the fall of communism. As globalization ends and new power centers emerge, we are witnessing a major transition in world economics, finance, and power...

Rational Ritual Culture, Coordination, and Common Knowledge by Michael Suk-Young Chwe is a thought-provoking analysis of how rituals across history and cultures create common knowledge among...

The Unconscious in Social and Political Life by David Morgan Traumatic events have always been a part of human history, but recent years have seen an unprecedented level of global turmoil. The...

Detective Chief Inspector Michael Lambert has left his old life behind and is now working for Europol as a front-line Liaison Officer at The Hague. His first case for Europol involves the abduction...

Instant USA Today Bestseller! With a foreword by Tom Brady, this riveting memoir explores never-before-told stories from Jim Gray's four decades of sports reporting. As one of the world's most...

Lynn Chadwick: A Sculptor on the International Stage is the first comprehensive study of British sculptor Lynn Chadwick's work in an international context. Art historians Michael Bird and Marin R...

The Politics of Storytelling: Variations on a Theme by Hannah Arendt By Michael Jackson Museum Tusculanum Press, 2013 Hannah Arendt's concept of the "political" is rooted in the power dynamics...

Discover your natural strengths and work more effectively with The 9 Ways of Working. This insightful guide introduces the nine personality styles of the Enneagram, helping you understand how you...

The 1970s NBA was at a crossroads. As racial desegregation continued and Black Power movements gained momentum, the league faced intense scrutiny from the press and public. Young Black players were...

Barry Byrne: A Modernist Architect in Europe. This book explores the life and work of Barry Byrne, an architect who developed a unique design philosophy that blended modernism with humility. Byrne...

Understanding a Pedagogy of Teacher Education Contexts for Teaching and Learning about Your Educational Practice By Brandon M. Butler and Shawn Michael Bullock This comprehensive resource provides...

Tokyo in the early 2000s was a place like no other. It was a city where people's private obsessions were transforming entire city blocks, and where the boundaries between reality and fantasy were...

COVID-19 and the Structural Crises of Our Time by Mah Hui Lim and Michael S. H. Heng explores the paradoxical nature of our current world, where traditional Western leadership has lost its way. The...

Hell To Pay by Neal Hall is a gripping true crime story that delves into the world of organized crime and law enforcement. In 2003, Michael Plante, a low-level associate of the Hells Angels, was...

Down & Out: The Magazine Volume 1, Issue 1 brings together some of the best writers in crime fiction for a unique and engaging reading experience. This debut issue features original stories by...

Lamda Verse and Prose Anthology: Volume 20 is a comprehensive collection of 155 pieces, including celebrated poems and prose extracts from classic and contemporary novels. This anthology is designed...

The Complete TurtleTrader tells the story of a unique investment experiment that produced extraordinary results. Richard Dennis, a successful investor, recruited ordinary people to learn his simple...

Below Ground by Michael Wood is a gripping thriller that sets off at a hundred miles an hour and never lets off. When DCI Matilda Darke is kidnapped, her nemesis Steve Harrison appears to be behind...

Against the Great Reset: Eighteen Theses Contra the New World Order by Michael Walsh. The 50th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, marked a significant moment in June...

Learn Excel 365 Essential Skills with the Smart Method is a comprehensive guide to mastering Microsoft Excel 365. Written by Michael Joseph Smart, this fourth edition supports the Excel 365 - Jul...

Marvel Super Stories (Book One) is an exciting new anthology from Marvel Comics, featuring original six-page stories by 15 all-star cartoonists. Edited by John Jennings, this first volume in a...

Cabin Fever: Trapped on Board a Cruise Ship When the Pandemic Hit. A True Story of Heroism and Survival at Sea by Michael Smith and Jonathan Franklin. In early 2020, the world was facing an uncertain...

The Irish Civil War began with a dramatic and pivotal event - the four o'clock artillery bombardment of the Four Courts in Dublin. On June 28, 1922, an 18-pounder piece opened fire on the historic...

America in Retreat: The Decline of US Leadership from WW2 to Covid-19 by Michael Pembroke In the aftermath of World War II, the United States stood at the pinnacle of global influence. However,...

His Dark Reflection A Gripping Tale of Love, Secrets and Murder by Marvellous Michael Anson. A shocking family tragedy sets off a chain reaction of secrets and lies. When Mote married Jack, they both...

The Border Terrier A Complete and Comprehensive Owners Guide To: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Border Terrier by Michael Stonewood. This...

The Activity: A Secret Special Operations Unit Revealed For decades, a top-secret US Army unit has been carrying out covert missions around the world. From leading death squads to capturing...

The Romanovs Ruling Russia 1613-1917 by Lindsey Hughes For three centuries, one family's history was inextricably linked to Russia: the Romanovs. From Peter the Great onwards, they shaped the...

A royal new series from 10-Time USA Today Bestselling Author Jess Michaels. All of Society is abuzz about the arrival of the Royal Family of Athawick, who have come to London to celebrate the...

A lawyer's dilemma unfolds in this gripping true crime story. In 1982, Jim Potts, a brilliant law student, is recruited to assist with an appeal for a serial killer, Michael Dee Mattson, who has been...

The Vivaldi Cipher by Gary McAvoy In 18th-century Venice, a ring of art forgers replaced the Vatican's priceless treasures with expertly-painted fakes. To expose the culprits, composer Antonio...

The Third Culture Kid: 3rd Edition Growing up among worlds This authoritative guide has been updated to address the modern challenges faced by Third Culture Kids (TCKs). Ruth E. Van Reken and Michael...

Urban Violence, Resilience and Security Governance Responses in the Global South by Michael R. Glass, Taylor B. Seybolt, and Phil Williams is a comprehensive analysis of the diverse nature of urban...

Rishi Sunak's remarkable journey from unknown junior minister to Chancellor of the Exchequer is told in this first biography. From his parents' pharmacy to Oxford University and the top of British...

Zionism: A Nationalist Movement with a Complex History This Very Short Introduction explores the complex and often contentious history of Zionism, a nationalist movement that seeks to establish a...

The History of the Galician Division of the Waffen SS Volume 1 - on the Eastern Front, April 1943 to July 1944 A comprehensive two-volume account of the Galician Division's history, this first volume...

The Sinking of El Faro: A Maritime Tragedy On October 1, 2015, Hurricane Joaquin ravaged the Bermuda Triangle, claiming the lives of thirty-three mariners on board the container ship El Faro. In this...