1689 results for 'Hough, Sir Stephen, CBE'

God isn't far away; He's near. In "Whatever, God" Fr. Anthony Messeh shares his personal journey of discovering a more practical and meaningful relationship with his Creator. He recounts how his...

Second Thoughts explores Lynn Berger's journey as she prepares for her second child and discovers the unexpected impact it will have on her life. With curiosity and a desire to understand, she sets...

George's birthday is just like any other - until he gets a very unusual gift. A bottle of aftershave that's been sitting on a shelf for years seems to have developed some unexpected properties...

A powerful and heartrending saga from Jennie Felton, author of emotionally gripping stories that will keep you guessing. A Mother's Heartbreak is a story of family secrets, romance, and triumph in...

Movement, not language, is the foundation of thought, according to renowned psychologist Barbara Tversky. When we try to think about how we think, we often rely on words, but our brains remember...

The Dawn of Day: Thoughts on the Prejudices of MoralityThis 1881 book represents a pivotal moment in the development of Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy, marking a departure from the influences of...

Adam Dalgliesh visits Larksoken, a remote headland community on the Norfolk coast, to settle his aunt's estate. However, the peace of the area is short-lived, as a sinister presence begins to...

William R. Leach's monumental work of cultural history explores America's transformation into a nation of consumers, devoted to a cult of comfort, bodily well-being, and endless acquisition,...

Donna Leon's thirtieth Brunetti novel is a powerful and complex crime story that tests the detective to his limits. When two young American women are badly injured in a boating accident, Commissario...

US Poet Laureate W.S. Merwin's latest collection presents the nuanced mysteries of light, darkness, presence, and memory. At 82, Merwin produces his best work in a decade, one that has won him his...

Lyttleton Siren by J. Patrick Armstrong is a poignant and thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature. Set against the backdrop of a small town in the UK, the story...

Sensitive: The Power of a Thoughtful Mind in an Overwhelming WorldThis book champions the unique strengths of highly sensitive people, who are often misunderstood in a world that values boldness and...

Andrew Lo presents a new framework for understanding the markets, one that cuts through the debate between rationality and irrationality. The Adaptive Markets Hypothesis offers a fresh perspective on...

Stephen's life is turned upside down when his wife steps in to save him from his downward spiral into alcoholism. As a solution, he is forced to adopt a new identity and take on a humiliating role -...

The Thoughtful Gardener: An Intelligent Approach to Garden DesignRenowned garden designer Jinny Blom shares her expertise on creating beautiful and functional gardens that respond to their unique...

My Revision Notes OCR A Level Religious Studies: Developments in Christian Thought by Julian Waterfield and Chris Eyre provides a comprehensive guide to key concepts in Christian theology. This study...

Create a considerate and sustainable home that sparks happiness and reflects your personal style. Home for the Soul explores how to create a beautiful interior that suits its inhabitants while...

The Miracle Club: How Thoughts Become Reality by Mitch Horowitz Discover how your thoughts can shape reality and make things happen. This guide offers a concise formula for creating miracles in your...

The Pig That Wants to Be Eaten and 99+ Other Thought Experiments by Julian Baggini presents a thought-provoking collection of philosophical scenarios that challenge our understanding of the world...

The Richest Vein: Eastern Tradition and Modern Thought by Gai Eaton and Charles Le Gai Eaton This book offers a penetrating critique of modern civilization, exploring its symptoms and causes. The...

You Are Not Your Thoughts: The Secret Magic of Mindfulness by Frances Trussell is a guide to understanding the power of mindfulness to transform your life. This book offers a simple yet profound...

Robert McCrum's life-changing stroke in 1995 left him with a profound awareness of his own mortality. Twenty-one years on, he's noticing a change: death has become a familiar companion for his...

100 timeless hits from the Great American Songbook are showcased in this book of arrangements for piano, voice and guitar. From Gershwin and Rodgers & Hammerstein to Stephen Schwartz and Stephen...

Leo Tolstoy's A Calendar of Wisdom is a profound collection of daily thoughts to nourish the soul, drawn from the world's sacred texts. This English-language edition, first published in 1997, offers...

Adele Parks' gripping domestic noir explores the darkest corners of family life. When a knock at the door shatters Alison's perfect world, she is forced to confront a shocking truth: her child may...

Realist thought in political theory seeks to avoid abstraction and idealization, focusing instead on the distinctiveness of politics and its realities. This approach aims to provide meaningful...

Hail! Full of Grace is a deeply personal and evocative exploration of the Rosary, bringing the reader on a journey through the lives of our Lord and his Blessed Mother. Through vivid illustration and...

Why Not? Thoughts About Crossdressing and Male Feminization Cross-dressing, a practice where a male identifies as a male but dresses as a female, has long been viewed as a deviant behavior. However,...

Because We Are Bad OCD and a Girl Lost in Thought by Lily Bailey This deeply personal memoir offers a searing and humorous account of one young woman's struggle with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder...

Adam Ford's Mindful Thoughts for Walkers offers a unique perspective on the practice of walking as a means to cultivate physical and spiritual awareness. Through 25 concise meditations, Ford explores...

Gary Weber's "Happiness Beyond Thought A Practical Guide to Awakening" offers a unique blend of spiritual and scientific insights to help readers achieve enlightenment. This book combines traditional...

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...

Adam Smith: What He Thought, and Why It Matters by Jesse Norman Adam Smith is widely regarded as the father of modern economics, but what he really thought and the implications of his ideas remain...

The Time He Desires by Kyell Gold is a poignant exploration of marriage, community, and the search for meaning. After thirty years, Aziz's life has become a series of familiar routines, but a sudden...

The Burning Sky by Jack Ludlow is set against the backdrop of World War II and follows Harry Jardine, a soldier of fortune. Recruited to smuggle guns from Rumania into Abyssinia, he embarks on a...

The discovery of the lost civilization of the Maya was a journey that would upend the West's understanding of human history. In 1839, two intrepid travelers, John Lloyd Stephens and Frederick...

Buddhism Without Beliefs: A Contemporary Guide to Awakening by Stephen Batchelor offers a straightforward introduction to the discipline, demystifying its practice and explaining how it can enrich...

Start with a Scribble is a creative guide to drawing, written by Sir Quentin Blake. This book is designed to help you get started with drawing, regardless of your skill level. With the help of...

Sir James Harrison, one of the greatest actors of his generation, leaves behind a secret so shocking, so devastating, that it could rock the English establishment to its very core. In 1995, London,...

Dr Richard Freeman's memoir reveals the medical principles and practices that helped some of the world's most successful athletes achieve greatness. As team doctor for British Cycling and Team Sky,...

Leading Academy Trusts: Why Some Fail, But Most Don't by Sir David Carter and Laura McInerney is a practical guide for those in leadership positions within academy trusts. With over thirty years of...

Lyrical and mesmerizing, Siren Queen is a stunning proof of Nghi Vo's originality. This beautiful and brutal tale reimagines the world of Hollywood fantasy, where magic is a casting call away. In a...

Desire and Love by Lauren Berlant explores the complex relationships between desire, love, and our understanding of ourselves and others. This theoretical novella-cum-dictionary entry delves into the...

David Baddiel's The God Desire is a deeply personal and humorous exploration of the human desire for a higher power. The author argues that our intense longing for God to exist is, in fact, proof of...

Isis and Osiris is a historical document on the myths and religion of ancient Egypt, one of the most important surviving works on the subject.Written by Plutarch, a prominent philosopher and writer...

Thought Reform and the Psychology of Totalism: A Study of Brainwashing in China by Robert Jay Lifton is a seminal work on the tactics used by totalitarian regimes to control individuals. Lifton's...

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...

Cats have a unique perspective on humans, and this book reveals their 100 secret thoughts about us. With this insight, you can gain a better understanding of your feline companion's behaviour and...

Amina al-Sirafi, a pirate of infamy, has lived a life of adventure and danger. She's survived backstabbing rogues, vengeful merchant princes, and even a demon, to retire peacefully with her family...

The Stoic Volume 3 is the conclusion to a trilogy based on the life of a real railway tycoon. This novel weaves a tale of American capitalism through the rise and fall of its protagonist, as he...

Victoria's deal with the siren has come due. She sold her soul for freedom, but now faces a new bargain: save her family and fulfill the demands of a mysterious siren in exchange for his help. As she...

Opening the Hand of Thought: Foundations of Zen Buddhist Practice Kosho Uchiyama's seminal work on Zen Buddhism offers a profound introduction to meditation and spiritual practice. This revised...

Frantz Fanon's philosophy is often associated with reason and emotion, with white reason supposedly holding sway and black emotion being deemed irrational. Lewis R. Gordon challenges this notion,...

This book explores how children develop language, thought, and knowledge, shedding light on the way they actively construct their understanding of the world through language.First published in 1959,...

Ray Kurzweil's groundbreaking exploration of the human mind reveals the intricate workings of our brains and the emergence of our intellect. In this thought-provoking work, he examines how the brain...

Leading is a book about the key skills that Sir Alex Ferguson values most highly, and how they can be applied to achieve success. Written with investor Sir Michael Moritz, the book reveals the...

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's The Hound of the Baskervilles is a gripping tale of mystery and suspense. When Sir Charles Baskerville dies under mysterious circumstances, his family turns to Sherlock...

Ossiri and the Bala Mengro is a heartwarming tale about a young Traveller girl who creates her own musical instrument from a willow branch and recycled objects. She plays it with enthusiasm, but it...

The Siren, the Song and the Spy by Maggie Tokuda-Hall is a gripping tale set in a world where trust and truth are hard to come by. After a daring attack on Imperial Warships, the balance of power...

Dark Desire by Christine Feehan is a gripping tale of obsession and survival. Dr Shea O'Halloran's life has been forever changed by a rare genetic disorder that is slowly killing her, leaving her...

A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams is a powerful drama that explores the complex relationships between two women from different social backgrounds. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly...

Develop your understanding of Christian thought with this comprehensive textbook for OCR A Level Religious Studies. Written by subject specialists with examining experience, it provides a clear and...

Fiercely Loved: God's Wild Thoughts about YouA 90-day devotional to change the way you think God thinks about you. When God looks at you, he isn't searching for reasons to disqualify or judge you...

Mao Zedong Thought by Wang Fanxi is an analytical study that explores Maoism as a political movement and current of thought within the Marxist tradition. Written over fifty years ago, this book...

The Rape of the Mind: The Psychology of Thought Control, Menticide, and Brainwashing In 1933, Joost Meerloo began to study the methods by which systematic mental pressure brings people to abject...

Samuel Scheffler's Boundaries and Allegiances explores the challenges of liberal thought in the modern world. The essays examine how our moral traditions and individual responsibilities adapt to the...

A fully revised edition of Thomas More's influential work, Utopia, is now available. This third edition incorporates extensive updates to the editorial apparatus, reflecting scholarship published...

The Rape of the Mind: A Systematic Analysis of Thought Control, Menticide, and Brainwashing In 1933, Joost A M Meerloo began to study the methods used by totalitarian regimes to exert control over...

Brooke Shields Is Not Allowed to Get Old: Thoughts on Ageing as a Woman At 59, Brooke Shields has found a newfound freedom in her life. Having spent a lifetime in the public eye, she's grown...

The Boy I Love by William Hussey and Ben Tomlinson is a poignant and powerful novel set against the backdrop of World War I. At just nineteen, Stephen has already faced unimaginable challenges, but...

The Psychology of Thought Control, Menticide, and Brainwashing Since 1933, Dr. Joost A. M. Meerloo has studied the methods by which systematic mental pressure brings people to abject submission. He...

Dr. Temple Grandin is a name you should know if you've ever felt different or struggled to fit in. Despite being diagnosed with autism, she became one of the world's most powerful voices in modern...

Thought: A Very Short Introduction by Tim Bayne This concise introduction explores the nature of thought, drawing on philosophy, psychology, neuroscience, and anthropology. It considers questions...

Heikala's first major publication presents her enchanting artwork and in-depth sharing of processes and knowledge. Combining traditional watercolor painting and inks with a fresh approach, Heikala...

Amina al-Sirafi has lived a life of adventure and scandal, surviving as one of the Indian Ocean's most notorious pirates. Now, she's retired to a life of piety and motherhood, but when offered a job...

The Sirens of Titan by Kurt Vonnegut Winston Niles Rumfoord's extraordinary journey takes him to the farthest reaches of space and time. After flying his spaceship into a chrono-synclastic...

Of Sirens, Body & Faultlines is a powerful poetry collection that responds to the crises of our time. Written in the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, this book is a call to action against the...

This concise and authentic account of the Prophet Muhammad's life is written by Sharif H. Banna, who drew upon his own experiences as a teenager when writing this book.Interwoven with Quranic verses...

Discover how to transform your body with the SIRT Diet Cookbook. This innovative approach to nutrition reveals the power of sirtuin-activating foods, which can help burn fat, increase muscle...

Sirens & Muses A Novel by Antonia Angress is a gripping and provocative debut that explores the complexities of art, desire, and identity. Against the backdrop of a recession and social upheaval,...

A preoccupied mind can be a heavy burden. Most of our thoughts are unnecessary, and yet we spend a significant amount of time thinking, worrying, and stressing. The mind is a tool that can be...

The Geography of Thought: How Asians and Westerners Think Differently - and Why Richard Nisbett's groundbreaking book reveals profound cognitive differences between Westerners and East Asians, shaped...

Vim is a fast and efficient text editor that can help you work more efficiently as a developer. With over 120 tips, you'll quickly learn the editor's core functionality and tackle your trickiest...

Strengthen your students' understanding and skills in OCR A Level Religious Studies with this comprehensive Workbook. Written by subject specialists with examining experience, it provides a flexible...

Deceit, Desire, and the Novel: Self and Other in Literary Structure by René Girard This study explores the psychological underpinnings of contemporary culture, examining the role of aesthetics in...

When the Siren Wailed is a heart-wrenching and thrilling adventure story about three children evacuated to the countryside during World War Two. In September 1939, Laura, Andy, and Tim Clark leave...

Hubert Wilkins was an Australian whose life was as remarkable as it was varied. Born into a family of pioneer pastoralists in South Australia, he went on to study engineering before pursuing...

The Book of Purrs: Everyday Thoughts from Your Feline Friends by Luis Coelho is a heartwarming collection of comics that will bring a smile to your face. Portuguese illustrator Luis Coelho's...

Nick Moore invites you to rediscover the joy of cycling as a meditative experience. In this collection of focused meditations, he explores the simple yet profound power of the bicycle to bring...

Wallace D. Wattles presents a transformative exploration of health that intertwines metaphysical principles with practical guidance in 'The Science of Being Well: Health from a New Thought...

Rowan Williams explores the Eastern Christian tradition as a source of fresh light and warmth in these wintry times. Drawing on the world of the Philokalia and the explorations of Russian thinkers,...

Bakunin: Statism and Anarchy is a comprehensive English translation of the Russian anarchist's final work, written in 1873. In this book, Bakunin assesses the strength of a European state system...

The Girls of Summer is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of memory and trauma, power and consent, and victimhood and shame.When Rachel reunites with one of the girls from her...

Faith, Thoughts & All Sorts Volume One - 21 Poems to Inspire & Uplift is a heartfelt collection of poems that explore faith, everyday life and personal reflections. Jez Poetic's verses offer comfort,...

The Palace of Desire is a masterpiece of modern Arabic literature. Set against the backdrop of 1920s Cairo, this novel explores the complex relationships within one family as they navigate the...

Charles de Secondat baron de Montesquieu's The Spirit of the Laws is a foundational text of eighteenth-century thought, offering insights into the intellectual currents of its time. This...

Chinese Thought From Confucius to Cook Ding by Roel Sterckx This book offers a comprehensive history of ancient Chinese philosophy and culture, from the teachings of Confucius to the ideas of Daoism...

This illustrated collection of poetry and prose invites you to find hope in the present moment. Morgan Harper Nichols shares her love letter to your mind, heart, soul, and body, reminding you that...

Eric Hoffer's The True Believer is a thought-provoking exploration of the mind of the fanatic, offering a penetrating study of how an individual becomes one. Written by a stevedore on the San...

This book provides a practical guide to overcoming paranoid and suspicious thoughts using cognitive behavioural techniques. Written in an engaging and easy-to-understand style, it explains how to...