3145 results for 'Mabaix, Jane'

Janey Lowes' inspiring story begins with a personal transformation. In 2014, at just 25 years old, she left her home in County Durham to travel and ended up in Sri Lanka, where she was shocked by the...

Rio de Janeiro Urban Life Through the Eyes of the City explores the complexities of this highly contested urban environment through various artistic and cultural expressions. By examining media...

The Umbanda religion summons the spirits of old slaves and Brazilian Indians to speak through the mouths of mediums in trance. Its practitioners worship African gods, often calling them by the names...

The Broken Hummingbird A Novel by Ann Marie Jackson. In a desperate bid to escape the pressures of her marriage, Jane makes an unconventional decision: she convinces her husband Kevin to leave their...

Janet Flanner's World Uncollected Writings, 1932-1975 is a collection of essays, portraits, and reports from a remarkable life. Spanning decades and continents, these pieces offer a unique glimpse...

Discover the delightful world of nursery rhymes in this charming mini paperback edition of Each Peach Pear Plum.With beautifully illustrated pages, this book invites young children to interact with...

A.S. King's latest novel explores the complex relationships within a family through the eyes of Jane Vandermaker-Cook. Living in a Victorian mansion with her younger brother and father, Jane is...

Sad Janet is a whip-smart, dark comedy that explores the complexities of modern life. When a new pill promises happiness to cynics like her, Janet's world is turned upside down. As she navigates this...

Flying to See Janet: A Fun Guide to the Airport ExperienceThis engaging picture book prepares children for their first air travel experience. With bright and cheerful illustrations, it takes readers...

Jane Ellsworth of Dorchester is a woman with a unique gift - the ability to manipulate glamour. In Regency England, this skill allows her to create genteel magical illusions, but it also sets her...

Janey Hallahan was born into a world of darkness and danger. After her father's death, she took control of his empire, making tough decisions to keep it thriving. Her code of honour kept the innocent...

In the rural Italian village of Lazzarini Boscarino, life has lost its luster. The once-thriving community is now a shadow of its former self, with tourists only stopping by for directions and the...

A relaxing Greek holiday with her family is just what Flo Greenberg needs. But her plans are soon disrupted by the presence of Jamie Kramer, her brother's best friend and a constant source of...

Algebra I For Dummies, 2nd Edition, provides clear and easy-to-follow guidance on this often difficult-to-grasp subject. With 25% new and revised content, this reference gives you the necessary tools...

The Peanut Allergy Epidemic: What's Causing It and How to Stop It In the early 1990s, a sudden and alarming increase in peanut allergies among children was observed in several countries, including...

Dancing in the Heart of Life by Jane O'Brien is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of life's challenges and joys. With unflinching honesty and wit, Jane shares her journey through...

Dancing with the Devil in the City of God: Rio de Janeiro and the Olympic Dream is a deeply reported and beautifully written account of Brazil's most seductive and chaotic city as it struggles to...

A beautifully reillustrated edition of a timeless fable, this book tells the story of a struggling artist and his unlikely companion, a tiny white cat. When the artist's housekeeper brings home the...

A calming collection of nature poems to help you relax and unwind at the end of every day. This beautifully illustrated book brings together the works of great poets, including Wordsworth, Keats,...

Key Words with Peter and Jane #11 Mystery On the Island is part of a renowned reading scheme that uses frequently met words to help children learn to read confidently. This book introduces 129 new...

Janet Jackson's infamous wardrobe malfunction during the 2004 Super Bowl Halftime Show had a lasting impact on her career and the entertainment industry as a whole. This incident, which was broadcast...

One little lie changed everything. For Jane and Marnie, who have been inseparable since childhood, it's a truth that could have altered their lives forever.Their early twenties were marked by love,...

Jane Block's quiet life as an English artist is disrupted by a bequest from her deceased mother. The unexpected inheritance sets her on a path to uncover secrets of the past, forcing her to confront...

Race and the Brazilian Body explores how racial ideas shape daily life in Rio de Janeiro, revealing a complex interplay between embedded structural racism and a deep pride in the country's history of...

Life's path is full of unexpected twists and turns. For Jane, one such turn led to a profound transformation.A two-year-old Golden Retriever named Sam entered her life, bringing with him a sense of...

Leo Goes to Rio A Children's Book Adventure in Rio de Janeiro by Bradford Goodis. In this charming tale, a magical soccer ball from Rio de Janeiro sets out to find a new purpose in life. Along the...

Culture Is Our Weapon: Making Music and Changing Lives in Rio de JaneiroThis inspiring book tells the story of Grupo Cultural AfroReggae, an organization that uses music to inspire residents of Rio's...

Jane Pickerington's research into the mating habits of scoundrels takes an unexpected turn when she finds herself at the centre of a brawl in a London brothel. There, she meets Raven, a dark and...

Jane Ingleby's life takes an unexpected turn when she intervenes in a duel in Hyde Park. As a result, Jocelyn Dudley, Duke of Tresham, is shot and requires her care. Their initial encounter leads to...

Jane Seymour's life was forever changed by her sister-in-law Katherine Filliol. At fifteen, Jane was shy and dutiful, while Katherine was twenty-one and newly married to Edward Seymour. As the summer...

A charming historical romance about a woman who refuses to waste her life pining over a man who chose someone else. When Lieutenant Eli Williams turns up at the London social season, he's determined...

Jane McKeene's journey across 1880s America is one of revenge and salvation. After the fall of Summerland, she hoped for a simpler life: escaping her past, staying alive, and finding her mother in...

Hard Times in the Marvelous City: From Dictatorship to Democracy in the Favelas of Rio de Janeiro by Bryan McCann. In the late 1970s, activists from the favelas of Rio de Janeiro began challenging...

Living in the Crossfire: Favela Residents, Drug Dealers, and Police Violence in Rio de Janeiro By Maria Helena Moreira Alves and Philip Evanson The favelas of Rio de Janeiro remain a pressing concern...

Jane McKeene's life was supposed to get simpler after the fall of Summerland. She hoped to escape to California and find her mother, but nothing is easy when you're trained in putting down the...

A 15-year-old mystery returns to haunt a community. Fifteen years ago, Sara-Jane and her best friend Abby went missing outside their school. A frantic search ensued, but the case was eventually...

Cleaved: A Story of Loss, Legs and Finding FamilyJane Cafarella's memoir is a heart-wrenching tale of two sisters growing up under different roofs, each with their own unique challenges. Born to...

Sir W. Arthur Lewis's provocative analysis of the present economic order and its origins challenges prevailing assumptions about the relationship between rich industrial nations and developing...

Riding the Waves is a candid and humorous memoir from Jane McDonald, a singer and television presenter who rose to fame overnight on The Cruise. Born in Wakefield, Jane shares her remarkable story of...

Dread Nation by Justina Ireland is a gripping alternate-history adventure that reimagines the aftermath of the Civil War in America. In this world, Confederate and Union soldiers rise from the dead,...

Authentic Movement: A collection of articles and interviews exploring the unconscious through movement. This volume brings together key papers and conversations with pioneers in the field, offering...

Jane Bell's life was forever changed at 4.55pm on 15th January, when she made a choice that would be witnessed by multiple people and captured on CCTV footage. With her guilt seemingly unshakeable,...

Travelling to Infinity: The True Story Behind the Theory of EverythingThis memoir chronicles the extraordinary marriage between Jane Hawking and her husband, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking. As...

A modern retelling of Jane Eyre with a dark and suspenseful twist. When Jane meets Eddie Rochester, she can't believe her luck - he's handsome, rich, and lives alone in a beautiful mansion. But what...

Daughter Disappeared is a heart-wrenching drama that follows Jane's desperate search for her missing daughter in Tunisia. Twenty years after rebuilding her life, Jane's fragile peace is shattered...

The Crooked Staircase A Jane Hawk Novel by Dean KoontzJane Hawk faces her toughest fight yet against a conspiracy that threatens millions, in this electrifying thriller by #1 New York Times...

Andrew Johnson's exploration of Pentecostal Christianity in Brazilian prisons reveals a profound connection between this faith and those incarcerated. By immersing himself in the daily lives of...

Jane had found her perfect horse, but she soon discovered that Windsong was anything but perfect. This spirited Swedish Warmblood had Grand Prix dressage training, but he was wild and unpredictable...

A beautifully presented special edition of Jane Austen's beloved novel, Pride and Prejudice, features original illustrations by Hugh Thomson and bonus material by Jane Austen expert Sophie Reynolds...

Dr Jane Darlington's life is about to take an unexpected turn. A renowned physics professor, she has always felt like an outsider due to her exceptional intelligence. Now, she's determined to spare...

Jane had always known that a nuclear family could destroy a woman's artistic ambitions. Yet, she had never suspected how easily she would fall into one. When she met her husband, Jane believed she...

Jane Halliwell once dreamed of exploring the world as an acclaimed journalist. However, her dreams were cut short when her father passed away, leaving her with limited options for her future. Now,...

The Communist and the Communist's Daughter A Memoir by Jane Lazarre Born in 1902 amidst the turmoil of Eastern Europe, Bill Lazarre dedicated his life to fighting for economic equality, racial...

Aaron Walsh's life has been one of secrets and deception. For years, he has kept his true nature hidden, but a single encounter with Jane Flannery is about to expose him. When she walks into his...

Jane Austen's mysterious death has long been a topic of speculation. This intriguing novel offers a new perspective on the tragic event, exploring the private lives of the Austen family and their...

At the heart of Storyton Hall lies a hidden garden, filled with deadly plants and shrouded in mystery. When one of the guests from the Medieval Herbalists group is found dead, Jane Steward must use...

Jane Hollinger is content with her quiet life teaching family history evening classes. However, when Robert Armstrong asks for her help with a mystery in his family tree, she convinces herself it's...

The Johnstone Twins: An Appreciation by Philip Kelleway This book is a tribute to the work of two prolific children's book illustrators, Janet Johnstone and Anne Grahame Johnstone. Their...

Janet Yellen's remarkable rise to power is a testament to her unwavering commitment to creating a more prosperous society for all. As the first woman in over two centuries to hold the position of...

The Fine Art of Grieving by Jane EdbergA poignant and thought-provoking exploration of grief, creativity and transformation.After the sudden loss of her son, Jane Edberg finds solace in art, using it...

Wendy, Janey, Joanne and Madge is the story of four remarkable women who led the Royal College of Art's School of Fashion for nearly seventy years. From their early days as trailblazers in a...

Jane True has finally found a sense of belonging in Rockabill. However, mastering her powers over water has brought its own set of challenges. When a series of gruesome attacks on females - both...

Florence and Rowena have always been more than just friends - they're each other's rock. But when Florence disappears from her life, everything changes. As Rowena faces her biggest challenge yet,...

Jane Howard wants to be a good witch. Her family's history is complicated - her brother hunts werewolves, her sister vanished twenty-five years ago and her mother is considered the worst witch of all...

The Vastly Ingenious: The Archaeology of Pacific Material Culture A comprehensive exploration of Pacific material culture, from its origins to the present day. This book delves into the technologies...

In August 1980, Jane becomes the first female detective to join the Met's elite Flying Squad, known as the 'Sweeney'. Based at Rigg Approach in East London, they tackle high-stakes armed robberies...

Love happens when you least expect it. For Assunta and Sarah-Jane, life is about to take an unexpected turn.Assunta runs her little trattoria in the most romantic mountain town in Italy, but love...

Jane Roberts' life in London's slums is marked by hardship and struggle. When her husband Bert leaves his family, Jane faces an uncertain future. Determined to regain control over her life and...

Thief-taker Simon Westow is tasked with recovering stolen papers that could ruin a family's reputation. However, the case quickly takes a deadly turn and reveals a dark web of sins. As he searches...

Experience the untold stories of Star Trek's most iconic captains in their own words. This unique boxed set brings together the memoirs of James T. Kirk, Jean-Luc Picard, and Kathryn Janeway,...

Planning a trip to Rio de Janeiro? Look no further for insider tips from a local. This guide offers a unique perspective on exploring one of Brazil's most vibrant cities, with advice on how to...

Jane Whitefield leads a deadly crime syndicate in a frantic chase with only one winner. She helps people disappear from desperate situations. Now, she's in grave danger herself. Sara, a young woman,...

Jane Cobalt's life has been a series of royal failures. She's sworn to a "no sex" hiatus and has no intention of letting anyone in her bed or heart. Her bodyguard, Thatcher Moretti, is tasked with...

Jane Yellowrock's latest battle has left her weakened and vulnerable. Seeking refuge in the Appalachian Mountains, she hopes to find solace from the loss of friends and the toll of her magic...

The Nether World by George Gissing A man returns to London after inheriting a substantial sum of money from his deceased son. Despite his newfound wealth, he chooses to live modestly and keeps his...

The Girls Of Mersey Square is a heart-wrenching and uplifting historical novel by Pam Howes. Set against the backdrop of 1959 in Stockport, England, this story follows Jane Wilson as she navigates...

Love happens when you least expect it. For Assunta and Sarah-Jane, love seems like a distant memory. Assunta runs her trattoria in Italy, but has given up on romance. Sarah-Jane is escaping her past...

When Detective Constable Jane Tennison is promoted to the role of Detective Constable in London's Bow Street CID, she is immediately faced with a difficult decision. Her more experienced colleagues...

This collection brings together the poetry and verse of Jane Austen and her family. It features all known poems by Jane herself, alongside a selection of work from her sister Cassandra, brothers,...

Jane's life was forever changed when her mother died, sending her and her brother Alfie to different paths. Jane found solace in the Empire Laundry, where she built a new life with the neighbours who...

Crime writing at its unputdownable, nerve-tingling best. Detective Jane Rizzoli and Forensic Pathologist Maura Isles investigate a bizarre murder in Boston, where a man has been found gutted and...

A girl's search for justice becomes an all-consuming quest. Jane Norton's life was forever changed by a fatal car crash two years ago, which left her with amnesia and a note that shocked everyone who...

This deeply personal and powerful story shares Emma-Jane Taylor's courageous journey from trauma to empowerment. With unflinching honesty, she recounts her experiences of child abuse and abandonment,...

Sanditon, Lady Susan, & The History of England: A Rare Collection of Jane Austen's Juvenilia and Shorter WorksDiscover the lesser-known writings of one of literature's most beloved authors in this...

Jane Austen's life and work are revealed in a unique and engaging way. This handbook presents 50 defining facts about her life, using infographics to bring each one to life. From her family...

Jane Keating returns home to Ireland in 1847, where the Famine is still raging. She vows to secure justice for her lost family members and seeks to create a home for her orphaned cousins. As she...

When scriptwriter Jane Bussmann moved to Hollywood, she thought it would be the start of something better. Instead, she found herself stuck in the Golden Age of Stupid.Her day job interviewing...

Springy Jane has springs in her knees, making her a natural at high jump competitions. She can bounce over obstacles and reach high shelves with ease.A terrible flood and a trapped old lady call for...

Colored Television is a novel that explores the complexities of life, love, and identity through the eyes of its protagonist, Jane. After a tumultuous period of uncertainty, Jane finds herself in a...

When dating an American princess comes with a heavy price, Jane Cobalt's baggage is a surprise even to her. Her five famous brothers are notoriously hard to please, but Jane is willing to carry their...

Celebrating 250 years of Jane Austen's life and works, Lucy Worsley brings her unique perspective to this captivating novel. From the viewpoint of Jane Austen's nieces, Anna and Fanny, we explore...

Richard Flanagan's "Wanting" tells the story of Mathinna, an Aboriginal girl from Van Diemen's Land, who is adopted by Sir John Franklin and his wife Lady Jane. As Franklin dies on an Arctic...

Blair Powell's father is president of the United States, while her counterpart, Jane Graves, has a very different view of leadership. As Blair campaigns for re-election, she faces threats from those...