965 results for 'Christopher Ratte , Wendy Artin , Katherine A. Larson'

The Waste Books by Georg Christoph Lichtenberg A collection of unbridled thoughts and observations from one of 18th-century Europe's most fascinating minds. Lichtenberg, a polymath with expertise in...

The Book of Pebbles explores our fascination with pebbles and their significance in our lives. Writer Christopher Stocks delves into the history behind our love for collecting and displaying pebbles,...

This personal account offers a unique perspective on government surveillance during the Cold War era. In 1973, Katherine Verdery began her doctoral fieldwork in Romania, where she was compiled a...

Bookshops & Bonedust is a cosy fantasy about the power of good bookshops, great friends, and the unexpected choices that come with them. When a wounded mercenary is sent to recuperate in a sleepy...

A. A. Milne's second book of verse for young readers, Now We Are Six, is a joyful collection of gentle humor and playful rhythms, beautifully illustrated by Ernest Shepard. This gorgeous collectible...

Freud and the Non-European is Edward Said's final book, a thought-provoking exploration of the psychoanalyst Sigmund Freud's views on identity and culture. Banned by the Freud institute in Vienna,...

The Human Target is a gripping tale of deception and survival. Christopher Chance, a man with a remarkable career, has made a living by being a human target - a man hired to disguise himself as his...

Drawing Cartoons from Numbers and Letters 125+ Step-By-Steps by Christopher Hart is a fun and easy-to-follow guide for kids to learn cartooning. With step-by-step directions, Hart teaches kids how to...

Mary I: Queen of Sorrows by Alison Weir The story of Mary I, the princess who would become infamous as Bloody Mary, is one of tragedy and heartbreak. Born into a world of luxury and expectation,...

Sophie Takes to the Sky by Katherine Woodfine is a heartwarming tale of courage and self-belief, inspired by the remarkable life of Sophie Blanchard, the world's first female hot-air balloonist...

Bertolt Brecht's Mother Courage and Her Children is a powerful drama that explores the human cost of war. Written in 1938-9, this play follows the story of Mother Courage, a canteen woman who serves...

The Lyric Essay as Resistance Truth from the Margins by Zoë Bossiere and Erica Trabold This anthology showcases the power of the lyric essay as a subversive genre, pushing against genre conventions...

J.R.R. Tolkien's literary cosmos is renowned for its profound influence on the fantasy genre. The posthumous editorial work of his son Christopher has reinforced the consistency and complexity of his...

Scotland's rich history is full of fascinating stories and surprising facts. In this beautifully illustrated book, Christopher Winn takes you on a journey around the country, uncovering the...

This heartwarming story helps explain why parents sometimes have to go away and shows ways to help children cope. Written by Lieutenant Colonel Christopher MacGregor, who drew on his own experiences,...

Psalms for You: How to Pray, How to Feel and How to SingExplore the book of Psalms with Christopher Ash, who shows us how to read and apply its timeless wisdom to our Christian lives. This book takes...

Christmas meditations for those seeking more than just temporary joy.This collection of 40 short reflections invites you to explore the true meaning of Christmas, beyond festive celebrations and...

The ninth book in the Villains series tells the story of Captain Hook, a boy who grew up before Peter Pan and Wendy. As a baby, James Bartholomew fell out of his pram and was taken to Neverland,...

Castle Swimmer: Volume 1 by Wendy Martin is a captivating graphic novel that follows the journey of Kappa, a young merman destined for greatness. Born with a magical yellow cord that binds him to his...

Irma Grese: Hitler's WW2 Female Monsters Exposed by Erik Clark and Jerry Larson This book takes a shocking and disturbing look at the role of women in the Nazi regime during World War II. It explores...

The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray is a remarkable novel about J. P. Morgan's personal librarian, Belle da Costa Greene. Born into a life of secrecy, Belle must...

Vikings is a fascinating history book that explores the lives of the warriors and explorers who raided Europe in their longships throughout the Middle Ages. The book is packed with amazing facts and...

The Japanese A History in Twenty Lives by Christopher Harding is a fascinating exploration of Japan's rich history through the stories of twenty remarkable individuals. From ancient written accounts...

Discover the incredible women who have made a difference in the world of work. Kate Pankhurst's latest book is a collection of inspiring stories about women who have pioneered careers in a wide range...

Kingsley Amis's writing on drinking is unmatched. In Everyday Drinking, he shares his expertise and wit on the art of imbibing, covering topics from cocktail recipes to humorous musings on hangovers...

Hammer Horror Remembered is a tribute to the enduring legacy of the iconic Hammer Horror studio. Written by horror enthusiast Alan Toner, this book is a nostalgic journey through the studio's most...

A collection of literary interpretations that reimagines Sigmund Freud's theory of the uncanny in modern horror writing. This anthology brings together unique perspectives from acclaimed authors,...

This comprehensive introduction to Stoic ethics offers a fresh perspective on the ancient philosophy, combining theoretical explanations with practical guidance for everyday life. Christopher Gill...

The Longest Night of Charlie Noon by Christopher Edge is a gripping mystery that unfolds in the heart of the woods. Three friends, determined to uncover the truth, find themselves trapped in a...

A tense and twisted mystery awaits in this gripping debut novel by Christopher Brookmyre. When a dead body is discovered in a Glasgow alleyway, the local police are left with a puzzling case that...

John Paul II's profound vision of the human person is presented in this new critical translation of his talks on the Theology of the Body, with meticulous scholarship and insight.Internationally...

Morgoth's Ring is the first volume in a two-part collection that documents the later writing of The Silmarillion. This epic tale explores the history of Middle-earth, from the time when Tolkien...

Giuseppe Garibaldi was a military leader whose bravery and charisma earned him widespread admiration. As the "Hero of Two Worlds," he played a significant role in the Brazilian struggle for...

The Darwin Awards: A Collection of Humorous Tales of Human Error. This book shares the stories of individuals who, in their own unique ways, have improved the human gene pool by removing themselves...

Graham Greene's blackly comic espionage thriller is set in the vice and squalor of pre-revolutionary Havana. British Intelligence is sent to infiltrate a city of power cuts, where a vacuum cleaner...

The Human Target Book Two by Tom KingWhen his latest case goes sideways, Christopher Chance finds himself at the mercy of an assassin. With only 12 days to live, he must use all his skills to uncover...

Nobody's Fool: How to Avoid Being Taken inPsychologists Daniel Simons and Christopher Chabris explore the science of deception, revealing the key habits of thinking and reasoning that make us...

Christopher Berry-Dee explores the darker aspects of human nature in this thought-provoking companion volume to his previous work. He delves into the world of psychopaths and their crimes, shedding...

The Viva! AQA GCSE Spanish Higher Student Book is a comprehensive resource designed to help learners use Spanish language independently and to the best of their ability. With a focus on fresh and...

The fifth novel in the All Souls series, Shadow of Night, is now available to order.In this captivating instalment, the fragile balance of peace in a world of witches, daemons, and vampires is...

A chilling winter storm casts a dark shadow over Ambrose County in January 1992, as a local woman's body is discovered, believed to be the latest victim of a notorious West Texas serial murderer...

Sixty original tales of Sherlock Holmes are presented in sixty essays, each making the case for a different story. The arguments range from the playful to the academic, reflecting the varied...

The Faber Pocket Guide to Ballet is a comprehensive guide to classical ballet, spanning nearly two centuries of dance. With entries for over eighty works from ballet companies worldwide, this revised...

Discover the history, design, and people behind the world's most iconic outdoor swimming pools. From their origins in the Victorian era to their modern-day revival, this book takes you on a journey...

A beautiful little book in every way, The Book of Wild Flowers is a celebration of British wild flowers and their place in the landscape. Illustrator Angie Lewin and author Christopher Stocks explore...

Vampyres: A Literary Anthology by Christopher Frayling is a comprehensive exploration of the vampire in literature, spanning 50 years of research and analysis. This revised and expanded edition...

Experience the raw emotion and authenticity of life on the moon through the words and illustrations of those who walked on its surface.This unique collaboration brings together the stories of the...

Bristol and Brunel are inextricably linked. The city's landscape is dotted with iconic landmarks that reflect the engineering genius of Isambard Kingdom Brunel, from the suspension bridge spanning...

California Burning: The Fall of Pacific Gas and Electric--and What It Means for America's Power Grid The legacy of Pacific Gas and Electric, California's largest utility company, has been one of...

Discover the thrilling Blackthorn Key series in this action-packed boxed set. Four books of heart-stopping adventure, mysterious conspiracies, and secret codes come together in one exciting...

Christopher Hitchens's Mortality is a poignant and thought-provoking account of his battle with esophageal cancer. After being diagnosed, Hitchens continued to write with remarkable bravery and...

Seamus Heaney's Letters offer a unique glimpse into the life and poetic development of a literary titan. Spanning fifty years of correspondence, this ample but discriminating selection reveals the...

The Mitrokhin Archive: A Global Exposé of KGB IntrigueFor years, top-secret material from Russian secret service archives was hidden beneath a family dacha. When the author, Vasili Mitrokhin, was...

A private notebook of philosophical reflections, written by a Roman emperor, offers insights into the human experience. In Meditations With Selected Correspondence, Marcus Aurelius shares his...

Deconstruction: Theory and Practice is a comprehensive guide to this influential critical theory. Written by Christopher Norris, it provides an accessible introduction to the key concepts and...

Bilbo Baggins' life is turned upside down when the wizard Gandalf and a company of dwarves arrive at his doorstep, inviting him on a perilous journey to reclaim a treasure hoard from a fearsome...

Learn to draw cartoon faces with confidence and create memorable characters. This comprehensive guide covers a wide range of styles and features, from babies to adults, in all shapes and sizes...

The Last Days of Socrates by Plato This collection of four dialogues presents a pivotal moment in Classical literature and the life of Athens. In these conversations, Plato explores the concept of...

When hostilities break out between the United Federation of Planets and the Klingon Empire, Captain Christopher Pike attempts to bring his ship home to join the fight. Instead, he finds himself in...

The Penguin History of Modern Vietnam by Christopher E. Goscha is a comprehensive and thought-provoking account of Vietnam's complex history from the 19th century to the present day. This book...

Choronzon III is the latest installment of the Journal of Martinet Press, edited by Erica Frevel. This third issue features a diverse range of contributions, including an interview with Russian...

Gaslight Arcanum: Uncanny Tales of Sherlock Holmes In this unique collection, dark and fantastical stories converge with the iconic detective. From the eerie to the bizarre, these tales reveal hidden...

Clean Language: Revealing Metaphors and Opening Minds by Wendy Sullivan and Judy Rees Discover a powerful new way to communicate and understand people. This book introduces Clean Language, a simple...

A bawdy and irreverent tale of love, lust, and lunacy, Fool is a sidesplitting and outrageous novel that will leave you in stitches. With its unapologetic humor and unbridled energy, this book has...

Mortality is a deeply personal and thought-provoking exploration of the author's experience with cancer. In this candid and insightful book, Christopher Hitchens shares his struggles with the...

For over 40 years, this comprehensive guide to gardening has been a trusted companion for gardeners seeking expert advice and inspiration. Written by renowned plantsman Christopher Lloyd, it offers a...

A History of Britain in 100 Maps by Jeremy Black presents a unique perspective on British history through an extensive collection of maps. Spanning from medieval times to modern developments, this...

Talking with Psychopaths and Savages: Guilty But Insane is a thought-provoking study of individuals who have attempted to escape justice by claiming insanity. This book delves into the complexities...

The Sound of Music Family Scrapbook: A Behind-the-Scenes Look For those who have always been enchanted by the iconic film, this book offers a unique glimpse into the making of The Sound of Music. The...

The humble British hedge has long been an integral part of our landscape. In "Hedgelands", Christopher Hart takes us on a joyous journey to explore its life, ecology and history, revealing the vital...

The Outside Boy is a poignant and powerful story about identity, belonging, and the search for truth. When his grandfather dies, Christopher Hurley's life is forever changed as he embarks on a...

The Playboy of the Western World is a play that has been making waves for over a century. First performed in 1907 at Dublin's Abbey Theatre, it was met with uproar and even interrupted by the police...

Discover the radical and vibrant plays of Christopher Marlowe, a playwright of immense talent and a man of extreme passions.This edition presents Marlowe's five major plays, showcasing the vitality...

At the heart of Britain's wartime effort, a secret intelligence station played a crucial role in the Allied victory. Bletchley Park, home to a talented group of mathematicians, linguists, and...

Berlin, 1933, was a year of great change. The city was abuzz with the consolidation of power by a young leader, and the world watched with growing unease. For the first time, an American ambassador,...

Peter Pan is a special boy who can fly and refuses to grow old. He comes from a magical island called Neverland, where he lives with a gang of orphans known as the Lost Boys. When Peter visits the...

Out Now Queer We Go Again! is an anthology of romantic and adventurous contemporary and speculative stories featuring LGBTQ+ teens. This collection brings together seventeen new short stories from...

Join a voyage through Nature, the threats we face, and an action plan for the future. This beautifully illustrated book brings together the ideas of the Terra Carta, a roadmap to sustainability, and...

Edward II Revised brings a fresh perspective to the tumultuous reign of the English king, exploring the consequences of transgressing societal norms. With a blend of humour, romance, and graphic...

A deeply personal and moving exploration of the late work of 19 major artists, Immortal Thoughts: Late Style in a Time of Plague is a poignant reflection on the common threads that run through their...

The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True HermitThis is the remarkable true story of Christopher Knight, who lived in solitude for 27 years, from 1986 until his arrest in...

Bedlam is a world where video game fantasies and nightmares collide. In this white-knuckle action-packed novel, the boundaries between reality and virtual reality are pushed to the limit. A realm of...

A Dictionary of Construction, Surveying, and Civil Engineering by Christopher A. Gorse, David Johnston, and Martin Pritchard is a comprehensive reference guide for those working in civil and...

A profound and hilarious comedy about the value of truth and friendship, 'Art' is a story about a painting that sparks a heated debate among its owner and his friends. The question is, who are you,...

Calib Christopher has been appointed a squire to the Knights of Camelot. However, there is no time to celebrate as his best friend Cecily and Merlin's magical treasure are in the hands of the evil...

Down There on a Visit is a vivid and poignant novel that explores four distinct periods in the life of its author. Spanning Berlin, the Greek Islands, London, and California, this work presents four...

Civilization and Its Discontents is a seminal work of twentieth-century cultural thought that explores the fundamental questions of human society and its organization. Written in the decade before...

A haunting novel of nineteenth-century Haiti, The Kingdom of This World is a masterful exploration of the brutal struggle for liberation. Set in the aftermath of Haiti's independence from French...

Winnie-the-Pooh has a very special appointment at Buckingham Palace. He, along with Christopher Robin, Piglet and Eeyore, is on his way to deliver a special hum in honour of Her Majesty Queen...

Winnie-the-Pooh Always Pooh and Me is a charming picture book edition of A.A. Milne's favourite poems from When We Were Very Young and Now We Are Six. Beautifully decorated with illustrations by E.H...

The Prestige by Christopher Priest A bitter feud between two 19th century stage illusionists drives a deadly game of secrets and curiosity. Working in the gaslight-and-velvet world of Victorian music...

Why We Fight: The Roots of War and the Paths to Peace by Christopher BlattmanAn acclaimed expert on violence and seasoned peacebuilder explains the five reasons why conflict rarely blooms into war,...

The Boosey & Hawkes Solo Piano Collection: Russian Masters is a collection of 26 Russian classics arranged for the intermediate pianist. This volume features arrangements by renowned composers Hywel...

Translated by a different expert each time, this Penguin edition of Marcel Proust's masterpiece brings a fresh, engaging voice to the iconic novel. With its magical opening scenes and devastating...

Talking with Serial Killers: Sleeping with Psychopaths is a chilling study of the innocent lovers of savage murderers. In this thought-provoking book, Christopher Berry-Dee delves into the minds of...

Astonishing events are about to unfold in the sleepy town of Mill Grove, Pennsylvania. For seven-year-old Christopher Reese, life is about to take a dramatic turn. His mother, Kate, will stop at...

Democracy for Realists: Why Elections Do Not Produce Responsive Government challenges the traditional view of democratic politics and government. Drawing on social-scientific evidence, Christopher...

Christopher Booker's final book explores the hidden key to understanding the world's disturbing trends. He examines the concept of groupthink, a phenomenon identified by a Yale professor, and its...

The Jacobite '45 Reconsidered by Christopher Duffy is a groundbreaking study that sheds new light on the 1745 rebellion. In this book, Duffy explores the reasons behind the Jacobites' remarkable...

Inside Story is a deeply personal and witty exploration of life's biggest questions. Martin Amis draws on his own experiences to examine how we live, grieve, and die. The novel is rooted in the death...