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Explore the world's most thrilling cycling routes with Lonely Planet's Epic Bike Rides of the World. This beautifully illustrated hardback features 200 of the best places to ride a bike, from...

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 Enlightenment: An Idea and Its History by J. C. D. Clark The concept of the Enlightenment has become a widely accepted term in popular culture and various academic disciplines, but its historical...

Thierry Henry: Lonely at the Top is a deeply personal and insightful biography of the Arsenal, France and Barcelona legend. Philippe Auclair's masterful portrait of Henry's career is drawn from...

A Wedding in Provence, the latest romance from Katie Fforde, is a heartwarming tale of love, family, and self-discovery. Set against the stunning backdrop of 1960s France, this story follows...

Vanessa Bell's life has long been shrouded in mystery, with her experiences largely confined to the letters, diaries, and biography of her sister, Virginia Woolf. This authorised biography, written...

Eclipse, a pivotal moment in World War II history, is recounted by Alan Moorehead in this gripping account. The code name given to the Allies' occupation of Germany, Moorehead's experiences in Sicily...

Pierre Hadot's lively philosophical portrait of Plotinus remains the preeminent introduction to the man and his thought. First published in France in 1963, this book now makes its English-language...

All's Well That Ends Well: Third Series (The Arden Shakespeare Third Series) by William Shakespeare In this new edition of All's Well That Ends Well, Suzanne Gossett offers fresh perspectives on the...

A haunting and surreal short story collection, Panics is a deeply unsettling exploration of violence, mental illness, and the complexities of the female experience in 20th-century France. Written by...

All That Is Solid Melts into Air: A Journey Through Modernity This influential book offers a profound exploration of modernization and its far-reaching impact on society. Berman delves into the...

When the Dawn Breaks by Emma Fraser is a heart-wrenching wartime saga that spans multiple countries and decades. Against the backdrop of war and personal loss, two women's lives become inextricably...

Michel Roux A Life in the Kitchen by Michel Roux Jr. Growing up in a family that has shaped British food culture is a unique experience. For Michel Roux Jr., it meant being surrounded by fine food...

Code Noir Fictions is a groundbreaking work of fiction that combines immense literary and political force. Its structure is based on the infamous Code Noir, a set of real historical decrees...

The September Campaign: A Turning Point in World War II The invasion of Poland on September 1, 1939, marked the beginning of World War II, but its significance has often been overlooked in historical...

This comprehensive study of the Masonic "Rite of Memphis-Misraim" offers a detailed historical examination of the Egyptian Rites of Freemasonry. The Rite, which originated in 19th century France, is...

Albert Ayler: A Life of Revolutionary Jazz. Albert Ayler was a saxophonist whose innovative free jazz improvisations transformed the genre. His music combined elements of children's songs, military...

December 1801 marks the end of the long war with Napoleon Bonaparte's France, but for Captain Alan Lewrie, Royal Navy, the consequences are far from welcome. With the Peace of Amiens in place, Lewrie...

When three sisters are bound by family ties, their lives become intertwined in a complex web of love, loyalty and rivalry. Philippa Gregory's latest novel explores the intricate relationships between...

Cecily is a gripping epic that reimagines the War of the Roses from a uniquely female perspective. In 1431, a woman's defiance can be a deadly sin, as England's struggle with France and the corrupt...

A History of Delusions: The Glass King, a Substitute Husband and a Walking Corpse This groundbreaking history delves into the strange and often terrifying worlds created by our minds. For centuries,...

Barbara W. Tuchman's The Guns of August and The Proud Tower offer a gripping and insightful exploration of the events leading up to World War I. With her unique blend of rigorous scholarship and...

The Admiral's Daughter by Julian Stockwin In the midst of escalating tensions between England and France, the Royal Navy launches a series of reconnaissance, rescue missions, and spies on the...

Cecilia, or Memoirs of an Heiress is a witty and insightful novel that explores the complexities of love, social status, and personal identity. Written by Frances Burney, this 18th-century romance...

The Illuminati: A Secret Society That Hijacked the World By Jim Marrs, Visible Ink Press, 2017, 400 pages, paperback. This in-depth exposé delves into the origins, history, and workings of the...

French Connections From Discotheque to Daft Punk - The Birth of French Touch by Martin James explores the pivotal moment when Paris became synonymous with dance music cool. This book delves into the...

André du Bouchet's poetry and prose offer a unique window into the life and work of one of twentieth-century France's most innovative writers. This collection brings together a selection of his...

Treacherous Subjects: A Feminist Lens on Vietnamese Culture and Literature. Lan Duong's thought-provoking analysis explores how history has shaped the loyalties and alliances of Vietnamese artists,...

John Luckadoo's story is one of courage and resilience, as he recounts his experiences as a bomber pilot in World War II. With twenty-five missions under his belt, he survived the bloodiest military...

The Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc: A Revolution in Running In 2003, a small group of runners proposed an audacious idea: to host a 100-mile ultra-marathon around Mont Blanc, traversing Italy, France, and...

The Queen from Provence by Jean Plaidy is a captivating historical novel that explores the complexities of medieval politics and romance. In this gripping tale, the author masterfully weaves together...

The Hearing Trumpet, a surreal and fantastical novel, is a world away from the mundane reality of its protagonist's life. When 92-year-old Marian Leatherby is given an ornate hearing trumpet, she...

Theo and Connie Courtney's lives are forever changed by the tragic loss of their parents in 1754. Separated at birth, they grow up on opposite sides of the world, each seeking redemption from their...

The Discourse of Police Interviews by Marianne Mason and Frances Rock explores how language is used in police interviews to investigate and prosecute crimes. This book examines leading debates,...

The Tour According to G: My Journey to the Yellow Jersey by Geraint Thomas Geraint Thomas's remarkable story is one of perseverance and triumph. For years, he was plagued by bad luck and crashes in...

Tan France's Naturally Tan A Memoir explores the experiences that have shaped him into the witty and compassionate man he is today. Born into a traditional South Asian family in South Yorkshire, Tan...

In occupied France, 1940, the staff at a field hospital face an impossible decision. When straws are drawn to determine who will join the evacuation from Dunkirk, one nurse is left behind. But when...

Healing the Sick: A Biblically Based Approach Charles and Frances Hunter offer practical, Spirit-led methods for healing physical and spiritual ailments. When faced with a loved one's illness, a...

Trifles for a Massacre by Louis Ferdinand Celine is a provocative and incendiary work that challenges prevailing narratives. The book's author presents a scathing critique of the Jewish community's...

Mastering the Art of French Cooking, Vol. 2 is a comprehensive guide to the art of French cuisine. First published in 1961, this book represents a commitment to a certain way of life, one that values...

The Phoney Victory: The World War II Illusion by Peter Hitchens Peter Hitchens challenges the myths surrounding World War II, questioning the most common assumptions about the conflict. He argues...

Discover the life of Pablo Picasso, one of the world's greatest artists of the 20th century. Born into an artistic household, Picasso began drawing at just nine years old and went on to become a...

Edvard's family story is one of epic scale, spanning an entire century and weaving together war, family secrets, and the love of wood. Lars Mytting's novel, translated from Norwegian, is a...

A sumptuous French cookbook that immerses readers in the region's incomparable cuisine, featuring local recipes and charming anecdotes from the authors' own experiences. This delightful new cookbook...

The Yellow House: A Turbulent Creative OutpouringOctober to December 1888, a small French town in the south of France, was the setting for a remarkable nine-week period in the lives of two artistic...

Catherine de Medici: A Life of Intrigue and Power Catherine de Medici was born an orphan, destined to inherit the vast fortune of the Medici family. At just 14 years old, she married the future king...

The Quantum Curators and the Enemy Within by Eva St John is a thrilling adventure that brings the past to life. Julius Strathclyde finds himself in an alternative earth, where he must use his skills...

Explore the diverse and fascinating railway journeys across Europe, from the stunning scenery of Norway's Rauma Line to the iconic cities of France, Spain, Austria, and Italy. This book features 34...

The Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge is a comprehensive history of the 16th century, covering the reformation in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and England, as well as the settlement of colonies...

This spiritual guide, written in the form of letters, offers practical and frank advice on how to live a holy life in the secular world. St. Francis de Sales, a 16th-century priest, shares his...

Tristan Sadler's journey takes a dramatic turn as he travels from London to Norwich in September 1919. He has a secret he can no longer keep, and the weight of it is crushing him. As he recounts the...

The Blackpool Sisters by Maggie Mason is a heartwarming tale of two sisters torn apart by circumstance. In 1902, Babs and Beth were kidnapped as young girls and taken in by gypsies, leaving them with...

Tender is the Night by Francis Scott Fitzgerald is a poignant and introspective novel about the fragility of marriage and the allure of luxury. Set against the glamorous backdrop of 1920s France, the...

The Year Britain Became Master of the World by Frank McLynn In 1759, the British emerged victorious from the Seven Years War, securing mastery of the seas and cementing their position as a dominant...

A Buzz in the Meadow is a fascinating exploration of the natural world, delving into the intricate lives of insects and the ecosystems they inhabit. Dave Goulson's personal experience of creating a...

The Alps are home to an incredible array of wildlife, and this comprehensive guide is your key to unlocking its secrets. With detailed photography and expert identification tips, Field Guide to...

Ancient Post-flood History: Historical Documents that Point to Biblical Creation This book presents a Christian timeline of ancient post-Flood history, drawing on Bible chronology, the early church...

Discover the ultimate surfing guide to Europe. Veerle Helsen's expert knowledge of the continent's best-kept surfing secrets is revealed in this comprehensive travel guide. From the rugged coastlines...

The Marquis de Lafayette's life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to the principles of liberty and equality. From his early days as a teenager who ran away from France to join the American...

Stepping-stones A Journey Through the Ice Age Caves of the Dordogne offers an intimate understanding of the cave art and artists of France's Dordogne region. Over 25 years of teaching and research,...

Discover the untamed beauty of France's French Alps with this comprehensive guide to wild adventures and hidden places. Explore 800 secret locations, including mountain peaks, waterfalls, lakes, lost...

Gertrude Stein's most well-known work, The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, is presented in an illustrated edition featuring vibrant and fanciful images by artist Maira Kalman. This biography,...

The Spitfire Girl is a heart-wrenching historical fiction novel that follows Sally's desperate quest to rescue her loved one. In 1941, England is torn apart by war, and Sally is approached by the...

Eric Hazan's Balzac's Paris is an intimate exploration of the city that inspired one of France's most celebrated novelists. Through his own walking tour of 19th-century Paris, Hazan recovers the...

Elizabeth David's Omelette and a Glass of Wine is a collection of 62 articles originally written for various publications between 1955 and 1984. This volume offers a delightful exploration of food,...

The Glamour by Christopher Priest A car bomb explosion leaves Cameraman Richard Grey with a blanked-out period in his memory. As he tries to recall the events leading up to the accident, he is...

The City of Pleasure: Paris Between the Wars After the devastation of World War I, France sought to shake off the austerity and moral restraints of the past. The result was a decade of unbridled...

Jacques Vallee's Forbidden Science 4: The Spring Hill Chronicles offers a unique glimpse into the author's private study of unexplained phenomena between 1990 and the end of the millennium. This...

Threads of Life: A History of the World Through the Eye of a Needle This book is a remarkable blend of history and memoir, exploring the ways in which people have used sewing and needlework to...

Arsene Wenger's autobiography offers a unique insight into the life and career of one of the world's most influential football managers. The book chronicles Wenger's remarkable journey, from his...

The Battle of Verdun by Alan Axelrod In December 1915, a plan was devised to demoralize Britain and knock France out of the war. The German army chief of staff, Erich von Falkenhayn, believed that by...

Speed has gotten a bad name in business. The idea that you can either make progress or take care of people is a false trade-off. Leadership experts Frances Frei and Anne Morriss argue that the best...

Władysław Gnyś, a Polish fighter pilot, is credited with shooting down the first two German aircraft of World War II on September 1, 1939. His remarkable story begins in rural Poland and spans his...

Chocolat by Joanne Harris is a heart-warming novel that celebrates kindness and courage in the face of adversity. Set in rural France, this mesmerising story follows Vianne Rocher as she opens a...

The summer's most tantalizing romance novel is here. When two former lovers, both bisexual and still very much alive with desire, find themselves booked on the same European food and wine tour, they...

David Lebovitz's My Paris Kitchen is a collection of stories and recipes that reflect the modern way Parisians eat. In this book, he shares 100 sweet and savory French-inspired dishes, including...

Alcohol can be a destructive force in our lives. For Andy Smith, it was ruining his relationships, health and sanity. Despite trying various approaches such as AA, willpower, counselling and...

Liverpool 1915. Martha Rossi lives in a tenement with her husband and their five children. Despite working all the hours she can, the family struggles to make ends meet. When her fourteen-year-old...

The Longest Day: The D-Day Story, June 6th 1944 Cornelius Ryan's account of D-Day is a powerful and emotive retelling of one of the most pivotal moments in history. On 6 June 1944, an unprecedented...

Lenny Kravitz's memoir Let Love Rule is a deeply personal and reflective work that explores his life with candor and humour. He recounts his journey from a young boy struggling to find balance in his...

Alejandro Valverde, the 'Green Bullet', was a dominant force in Spanish cycling for nearly three decades. His remarkable career was marked by incredible talent, charisma, and a high-wire walk between...

Julian Corbett's vision for Britain's approach to war played a pivotal role in shaping the country's success in the Second World War. As a lawyer, civilian, and Liberal, Corbett brought a unique...

Vampire Movies is a comprehensive guide to the genre, exploring the evolution of vampire cinema from the silent era to the modern age. Author Nathaniel Thompson delves into the diverse and complex...

Richard Bolitho prepares to re-enter the Mediterranean, where rumours of a massive French armada and the latest type of artillery have him on high alert. His orders are to seek out the enemy and...

A gripping account of the Second World War from the perspective of a young tank commander, Tank Action by David Render and Stuart Tootal, is a remarkable story of survival, comradeship and leadership...

Code Name: Lise is the true story of Odette Sansom, a remarkable woman who became one of WWII's most highly decorated spies. In 1942, Odette, inspired by her father's war heroism, joins the SOE to...

Matisse and the Joy of Drawing is a comprehensive exploration of the artist's work on paper, from experimental beginnings to his instantly recognizable mature style. This book offers rare insights...

Frantz Fanon was born in Martinique in 1925. His experiences as a Black man under French colonial rule had a profound effect on him, shaping his life and work. This biography explores the short and...

Émile Zola's life was marked by turmoil and bravery. In 1898, he was sentenced to prison for defending a wrongly convicted man in the Dreyfus Affair. Fleeing France with just hours to spare, Zola...

The Perfect Heresy: The Revolutionary Life and Death of the Medieval Cathars by Stephen O'Shea. In 13th-century southern France, a radical Christian movement known as the Cathars emerged, challenging...

The Death of Robin Hood by Angus Donald War rages across England as the barons rise against King John's treachery. Fighting alongside them is the Earl of Locksley, once the outlaw Robin Hood, and his...

The Great Mortality: An Intimate History of the Black Death by John Kelly In 1347, a devastating pandemic swept across medieval Europe, killing an estimated twenty-five million people in just over a...

Fighting the French Revolution: The Great Vendée Rising of 1793 by Rob Harper In 1793, France was facing foreign invasion and internal turmoil. A large-scale revolt in the western region of Vendée...

Happening is a deeply personal and powerful account of a pivotal moment in the life of Annie Ernaux, a young woman whose life was forever changed in 1963. At 23, Ernaux found herself facing an...

The Man Who Planted Trees is a simple yet powerful story about the impact one person can have on the world. Jean Giono's tale of Elzéard Bouffier, who spent his life planting trees in a desolate...

Ward McAllister's account of high society in 19th-century Europe and North America offers a unique glimpse into the lives of the elite. A well-traveled and educated gentleman, McAllister recounts his...

Alexander Kent's Enemy in Sight is a gripping naval adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As the year draws to a close, Richard Bolitho commands the old Hyperion, leaving Plymouth to...

A Flight of Arrows: A Gripping Historical Thriller In 1328, the death of Charles IV sets off a chain of events that will determine the fate of two nations. The throne is left vacant, and the rival...

Louise Labé's Complete Poetry and Prose is a landmark bilingual edition of the work of a pivotal female writer of the Continental Renaissance. First published in France in 1555, Labé's poetry and...

The End of the Habsburgs: The Decline and Fall of the Austrian Monarchy The Austrian Habsburg dynasty's story is one of survival and decline, spanning over a century. From the Napoleonic era to the...