4209 results for 'Marco Polo, Nigel Cliff (Translator)'

Britain's Landmarks and Legends: the Fascinating Stories Embedded in Our LandscapeDiscover the history and stories behind Britain's most intriguing landmarks, from natural wonders to ancient...

A seaside resort in Postwar England is the setting for a tragicomedy that unfolds like a thriller. Summer, 1947, brings a catastrophic event when a cliff tumbles down on the Pendizack Manor Hotel,...

The Iron Man A Story in Five Nights by Ted Hughes is a captivating tale of mystery and adventure. Stunning illustrations by Chris Mould bring this exciting story to life.When the Iron Man appears at...

Mary Anning's remarkable story is one of courage and determination in the face of adversity. Born with a gift that would change the course of history, she uncovers fossils in the cliffs near her...

Cliff Bleszinski, the designer behind iconic video games like Unreal and Gears of War, shares an unvarnished look at the video game industry's rapid growth and his own journey to success. From his...

The South West Coast Path: Padstow to Falmouth is a comprehensive guide to the 169-mile section of the National Trail that stretches from Padstow in north Cornwall to Falmouth on the south coast...

Selected Poems brings together a substantial collection of Jorge Luis Borges' poetry, featuring over two hundred poems in English translation. This extensive assembly includes many poems that have...

AD 58. The Honour of Rome is a gripping novel of courage and camaraderie set in the tumultuous world of ancient Rome. Fifteen years after Rome's invasion of Britannia, tensions are simmering as...

Robert the Bruce's life is a complex one, marked by both heroism and controversy. This trilogy, written by master storyteller Nigel Tranter, explores the legendary warrior's journey to become the...

Understanding Traumatic Stress by Nigel Hunt, Sue McHale, and Susan Lesley McHale provides a comprehensive guide for those affected by post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The book explores the...

Hot Mixed Lime and Traditional Mortars: A Practical Guide to Their Use in Conservation and RepairThis comprehensive guide explores the use of traditional mortars in building conservation and repair,...

Discover the joys of walking your dog in Wiltshire with this practical guide. Written by local expert Nigel Vile, it provides essential advice and tips for dog walkers to ensure a safe and enjoyable...

A comprehensive guide to understanding and navigating children's tics and Tourette's disorder is provided by Dr. Nigel S. Bamford in this accessible resource. This book offers parents, caregivers,...

An Introduction To Public Health And Epidemiology by Carr, Susan;Unwin, Nigel;Pless-Mulloli, Tanja is a comprehensive introduction to public health and epidemiology. This interactive account presents...

The New Testament of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and the Psalms Revised Standard Version is a contemporary English translation of the Bible, carefully crafted to preserve the beauty of the...

Porthleven: Loe Pool, Loe Bar, Rinsey, Trewavas is a comprehensive guide to exploring the artistic and foodie haven of Porthleven and its surrounding cliffs. The map covers the beautiful walks around...

The Liar's Bones is a gripping crime thriller set in the Scottish Highlands. A woman's lifeless body lies at the bottom of a cliff, her fate eerily sealed by the icy waves that surround her. As the...

Tender Is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica is a haunting and thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature. In a world where the rules of society have been turned upside...

Discover the very best traditional climbing in the English Lake District with this comprehensive guidebook. From low-level single-pitch outcrop cragging to long multi-pitch mountain routes, there's...

The Aeneid, a masterpiece of ancient poetry, is now available in a revised and expanded translation. This substantial revision of Sarah Ruden's celebrated 2008 translation brings Vergil's epic poem...

The NIV Pew and Worship Bible is a durable hardcover Bible featuring the complete text of the New International Version. The large print edition is set in the exclusive Zondervan NIV Comfort Print...

The Dhammapada: A Collection of Verses from the Pali Canon Translated into English from the Sinhala Translation by Venerable Kiribathgoda Gnanananda Thera, this book presents the teachings of the...

Discover the unique charm of North Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Wolds in this comprehensive guide to Britain's special places. Written by local resident and travel writer Mike Bagshaw, it offers...

A thrilling conclusion to a landmark era in Matt Murdock's history is at hand. Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto have taken Daredevil to its darkest depths, pushing him to the breaking point. As the...

Darkness at Noon is a gripping and unforgettable novel about a man's desperate struggle for survival in a totalitarian regime. After being arrested and interrogated, Rubashov reflects on his past...

The Holy Bible Literal Standard Version (LSV), 2020 is a modern, literal translation of the complete Holy Scriptures. Published by Covenant Press, this edition features a high-quality royal-sized...

The Five Rings: A Manual for Personal Success Written by the legendary swordsman Miyamoto Musashi, this book offers a unique blend of martial arts techniques and Zen philosophy. First published in...

The I Ching: A New Translation by David Hinton is a beautifully rendered version of the seminal Chinese text. In this radically new translation, Hinton strips away the usual apparatus to reveal a...

Dorset's unique charm has captivated visitors for centuries, and this collection of intricate illustrations celebrates its distinctive appeal. Featuring picturesque vistas of sandy beaches, fossil...

Rachel and Jack, Paige and Noah, and Will - five friends who've known each other for years. They went away as friends, but returned as suspects. When Ali, Will's new fiancée, arrives on the scene,...

Penmarric, a grandiose mansion perched on Cornwall's rugged cliffs, holds a deep allure for Mark Castallack. When he inherits this estate, he is determined to make it his own, but the mysterious...

The Baltic Independence Wars 1918-20 by Nigel Thomas and Toomas Boltowsky is a concise history of the birth of three new nation states: Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. Following World War I, these...

The Toyota Land Cruiser: A Legendary 4x4 Story First introduced in the aftermath of World War II, the Toyota Land Cruiser has become one of the world's most renowned and respected off-road vehicles...

Quatermass and the Pit: A Study of the 1967 Film and its Origins. In 1967, Roy Ward Baker's film adaptation of Nigel Kneale's script for Hammer Films brought the Quatermass franchise to a new...

Comedy Rules: 150 Essential Rules for Success from the Cambridge Footlights to Yes, Prime Minister. This collection of rules and anecdotes from award-winning co-writer Jonathan Lynn offers an...

Politics: The Basics by Nigel A. Jackson and Stephen D. Tansey is a comprehensive introduction to modern politics. This fifth edition explores key systems, movements, and issues at the forefront of...

Seamus Heaney's Sweeney Astray is a rich and evocative translation of the medieval Irish work Buile Suibhne. The poem tells the story of Mad Sweeney, a king cursed by a saint and transformed into a...

A side-by-side New Testament of the NIV and the contemporary Ang Salita ng Dios in Tagalog, this bilingual edition is ideal for those learning English as a second language or for outreach. The New...

Tom finds himself in a precarious situation - hanging from a ledge on the edge of a cliff. His friend Alex is desperately trying to get help for him. But can Tom find the strength within himself to...

Marcel Proust's translations of John Ruskin's works offer a unique insight into the English critic's ideas. This collection brings together Proust's translations of La Bible d'Amiens and Sesame et...

The Dead Sea Scrolls Bible: The Oldest Known Bible Translated for the First Time into English Discover the world's most ancient version of the Bible, unearthed in the caves of Qumran. This...

The Hardy Boys Starter Set is a collectible 5-book boxed set, perfect for aspiring detectives or longtime fans. This beautifully designed slipcovered box set brings together the first five titles in...

A complex murder mystery unfolds in this gripping novel by Keigo Higashino. When a man's body is discovered at the base of cliffs in a small resort town, the police initially suspect an accident, but...

Explore the stunning landscapes of Ceredigion, a region on Wales' wild west coast. From the glorious sandy beaches and dramatic sea cliffs to the rolling farmland and fertile river valleys, this book...

Dorset in Photographs by Matthew Pinner showcases the county's breathtaking landscapes. From sweeping beaches and wave-battered cliffs to chalk hills and grassy floodplains, this stunning collection...

A luminous spring day in Venice sets the scene for a complex and intriguing mystery. When Marco Ribetti, a friend of Commissario Brunetti's Inspettore Vianello, is arrested during a protest against...

Aristophanes' Frogs is presented in a dual language edition, featuring the Greek text alongside a parallel verse translation by Ian Johnston. This edition allows readers to compare the original Greek...

The Modern New Testament from Aramaic by George M. Lamsa is a translation of the New Testament into English, based on the original Aramaic text. Dr. Lamsa, a renowned Bible translator and scholar,...

The Magic Mountain: A Novel by Thomas MannA new translation of the 1924 German classic, this novel tells the story of a man who visits a cousin in a tuberculosis sanatorium in Switzerland and stays...

Published in three stunning clothbound volumes, this translation of Marcel Proust's masterpiece is a profound reflection on art, time, memory, self, and loss. The second volume includes The...

The Douay-Rheims Bible (Challoner Revision, Hardback) (complete with Notes) is a timeless translation that has stood the test of time, providing guidance and inspiration to Catholics around the world...

This little book helps you identify 60 different types of shore life, from puffins and basking sharks to sea holly and hermit crabs. The pages are arranged by location, showing creatures and plants...

Last Shot: A Memoir of Addiction, Ambition and RedemptionJock Zonfrillo's powerful life story is one of addiction, ambition, and redemption in the high-stakes world of Michelin star kitchens. From...

Formula One: The RivalsExplore the most iconic rivalries in Formula One, as celebrated journalist Tony Dodgins delves into the drama, personality, and thrill of the sport. With stunning photography...

Eric Ripert's Seafood Simple is a comprehensive guide to cooking with seafood, featuring 85 accessible recipes and step-by-step techniques alongside gorgeous photography. With this book, home cooks...

The Tower of London has been at the heart of Britain's story for almost a thousand years. This mighty stronghold has played many roles - castle, prison, torture chamber, execution site, zoo, mint,...

Uncover the secrets of ancient fossils and discover the remarkable life of Mary Anning, a pioneering fossil hunter who changed our understanding of the past.Mary Anning's incredible discoveries,...

The Shiva Purana is the fifth volume in an eighteen-part series of sacred Hindu texts known as the Puranas. Translated with great care and precision, this comprehensive work presents the stories of...

In 1943, the peaceful Tuscan villa of Contessa Sofia de' Corsi is upturned by the sudden arrival of German soldiers. Desperate to fight back, she agrees to shelter a wounded British radio engineer in...

Support your GCSE Combined Science (Higher) revision with this comprehensive workbook from Pearson Revise. Created by exam experts, it provides one-to-one page matching with the Revision Guide,...

The Complete Book of Fishing Knots is a comprehensive guide to tying dependable fishing knots. Written by Bill Classon and Nigel Webster, this book covers all the knots that anglers will need to...

Tender Volume II: A Cook's Guide to the Fruit Garden is a comprehensive guide to cooking with fruit. Nigel Slater shares over 300 recipe ideas and stories from his own experiences growing fruit in...

Cedar Cove is a small town with a big heart, where everyone knows each other's stories. A mysterious series of anonymous postcards has been sent to local private detective Roy McAfee and his wife...

The Qur'an is a sacred text that has been revered by Muslims for 1400 years. It is the supreme authority in Islam, setting out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of the Islamic religion. This new...

In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower is a novel by Marcel Proust, first published in 1919. This translation brings to the fore a more sharply engaged, comic and lucid Proust, making the book...

The Wanderer's Hávamál by Jackson Crawford is a comprehensive and annotated translation of the Old Norse poem Hávamál, accompanied by facing original text from the Codex Regius manuscript. This...

The NLT Catholic Holy Bible Reader's Edition is an authoritative translation of God's Word, approved by the Catholic Church for reading and study. This edition includes the New Living Translation...

Spring and summer's vibrant flavours come together in this latest collection from Nigel Slater, a celebration of the food he enjoys at the end of the day.Over 110 simple and beautiful recipes, each...

Nigel Slater's Real Fast Food is a collection of over 350 quick and easy recipes, perfect for those who love food but don't want to spend hours in the kitchen. With dishes ready in 30 minutes or...

The Real Story of Ah-Q and Other Tales of China by Lu Xun is a powerful collection of short stories that expose the complexities of late imperial China and the revolutionary republic that followed...

Discover the unspoiled beauty of Scotland's Highlands and Islands with this comprehensive guide to hidden places, great adventures, and the good life. Completely updated with expanded coverage of...

The Iron Man, illustrated by Chris Mould, is a thrilling tale of mystery and adventure. A mysterious figure appears at the top of a cliff, but nobody knows where he came from or how he was made. As...

Explore Northern Ireland's stunning landscapes with this expert guide to 35 epic walks. Hand-picked by a local, it features real OSNI maps inside for easy navigation. Discover wild mountains, epic...

Discover over 2,550 routes in the North-West, Far North, Hebrides and Orkney. This comprehensive guide to rock climbing and scrambling covers an extensive area, extending south of the great Glen...

Explore the Land of Fire and Ice with National Geographic Traveler: Iceland. This comprehensive guidebook is your key to unlocking the unique atmosphere and incredible landscapes of this Nordic...

A View from the Bridge is a tragic play about a man's inexorable unravelling, set in a close-knit community in 1950s New York. The story revolves around Eddie Carbone, a longshoreman with a strong...

The Complete Fairy Tales by Jacob Grimm and Wilhelm Grimm A collection of 279 stories that have captivated children and adults alike for centuries, this edition features an acclaimed, modern...

When 15-year-old Freya drowns, everyone assumes she's taken her own life, but her cousin Jess is convinced she was murdered. On a summer visit to Port Sentinel, Jess starts asking questions that...

Wild Treasures: A Year of Extraordinary Encounters with Cornwall's WildlifeThis is a year in the life of Cornwall's wildlife, as seen through the eyes of a dedicated zoologist. With her early morning...

The coasts of the British Isles have long been a source of inspiration for storytellers, with their expanses of mud flats, foreboding cliffs, and treacherous reefs creating a rich literary and...

Step Into Science: Rocks and Soil explores the fascinating world of rocks and soil. Discover how they form and change over time, from their fiery core to limestone cliffs and fossils. Colourful...

The Hebrew-English Tanakh: The traditional Hebrew text and the new JPS translation - Student Edition features the oldest-known complete Hebrew version of the Holy Scriptures, side by side with a...

A unique and fascinating translation of two medieval philosophical works, now available in a single volume. In the late ninth or early tenth century, a scholar in southern England translated...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico-Philosophicus is a foundational text of 20th-century philosophy that has shaped the development of analytic philosophy. First published in 1921, this...

Plato's Phaedrus is a profound and beautiful work that explores the nature of love, particularly in its most intimate forms. In this dialogue between Socrates and Phaedrus, Plato delves into the...

The Somali Learner's Dictionary Somali-English, English-Somali is a comprehensive vocabulary tracking dictionary for Somali-speaking guardians and teachers. It provides a bidirectional translation...

The New International Version Bible is a widely used and respected translation of the Bible in modern English. Translated by a team of international scholars, this edition incorporates the latest...

The Aeneid is a masterful epic poem by Virgil, a work of profound beauty and haunting artistry. Stanley Lombardo's translation brings this quintessential Roman classic to life with characteristic...

A new translation of Tiruvalluvar's timeless masterpiece, bringing practical wisdom and spiritual sustenance to a new generation. Thomas Hitoshi Pruiksma's rendering of the Kural brings English...

Venice: A Remarkable History of the Lagoon CityThis comprehensive history of Venice spans over 1,200 years, from its formation in the early Middle Ages to the present day. The city's evolution as a...

Easy Classical Cello Solos Featuring Music of Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Others by Javier Marcó. Discover 18 easy and fun classical pieces to play as solos on the cello. This collection...

Ayrshire 40 Coast and Country Walks by Phil Turner explores the diverse landscapes of Scotland's West Coast, where fertile areas meet rugged hills and golden sandy beaches. This guide features 40...

The NIV God's Gift New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs is a portable and accessible Bible perfect for ministry and outreach. Its compact size makes it easy to carry along for outreach...

Published in three stunning volumes, this is the first part of Marcel Proust's masterpiece, a profound reflection on art, time, memory, self and loss. The novel follows its narrator's experiences as...

The Face of Water: A Translator's Reconsideration of the Bible's Language and Meaning Acclaimed translator Sarah Ruden offers a fresh perspective on the language of the Old and New Testaments. She...

Stockport, 1944, is a place of quiet desperation and hidden dreams. For Alice, running her husband's family shop while he's at war, life is a balancing act. But everything changes when she meets...

A Room in a Rectory: A Ghost Story for Christmas by Andrew Caldecott is a chilling tale to be savoured during the holiday season. World-renowned cartoonist Seth has curated three new ghost stories,...

A Complete Guide to the Pirc-Modern Complex by Nigel Davies and Joe Gallagher is a comprehensive guide to one of chess's most dynamic openings. This book provides an in-depth study of the fundamental...

Basil Rathbone's enduring legacy as Sherlock Holmes is a testament to his remarkable acting career. This biography explores how he made the iconic role his own, appearing in 14 films and setting a...

The Roman Rituals by Kurt Kesler is a comprehensive translation of the rituals and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. The translation of these rituals was a painstaking process, involving...