5137 results for 'Russ, Jane'

Mark Russ explores the intersection of Christianity and Quakerism in this thought-provoking book. He shares his personal journey as he sought to understand Jesus within the Quaker community, leading...

The magic show's "ponies" are more than just tricks and make-up. For eccentric billionaire Russ DeVon, they hold a secret. When he was nine, he discovered Pegasia and was kicked out for trying to...

Joanna Russ's influential work explores the ways in which society seeks to suppress women's writing. First published in 1983, this book remains a powerful critique of patriarchal attitudes towards...

Natalie thought she'd found her forever with Russ, but life had other plans. Two years after his passing, she's still trying to pick up the pieces of her broken heart. A chance discovery at St...

Knight Janek is a graphic novel that brings together two iconic characters in a fresh and exciting way. When the royal couple falls victim to a fatal accident, their young son takes up the mantle of...

Janey's Arcadia is a poetic exploration of the underbelly of Canadian settler-colonial experience. With unflinching honesty, Rachel Zolf examines the complexities and contradictions of this history...

Goodbye, Janette is a mesmerizing tale of fame, power, and betrayal in the world of haute couture. A dynasty of women rises to prominence in a fiercely male-dominated industry, their lives shaped by...

Jane Pinny has taken up her new role as Maid Of All Work at Lytton House. Her days are filled with cleaning, dusting, scrubbing and washing - a never-ending task in a large Victorian country house...

It's All in Your Head is an inspiring memoir by self-made musical superstar Russ. By following his own path and believing in himself, he has achieved incredible success, surpassing over a billion...

Janelle Monáe's full-length debut novel explores the science fiction concept album The ArchAndroid. In this world, android Cindi Mayweather is on the run from authorities for loving a human, but soon...

Jane Arthur Dickson-Watt's memoir recounts her life story from 1934 to 1956, spanning thirteen schools in Scotland during wartime. Born into a family with a complex history, Jane's early years were...

The Homecoming: The Lionesses and Beyond is Jane Purdon's personal account of her journey through football, from her childhood as a Sunderland fan to becoming CEO of Women in Football. With the...

Janet Leigh: A Life in Film This biography delves into the life and career of Janet Leigh, an actress who rose to prominence in Hollywood's Golden Age. Her early roles often cast her as the...

Janet Leach Potter: A Life in Clay Born into a self-sufficient farmstead in Texas, Janet Leach developed resilience and practical skills that would serve her well throughout her life. At 19, she took...

Kathryn Janeway's life story is told in her own words for the first time, offering a unique perspective on her career in Starfleet and her epic journey through the Delta Quadrant.From her early days...

First published in the 1980s, Janet Woititz's groundbreaking work on Adult Children of Alcoholics has been updated to reflect the experiences of individuals from a wider range of dysfunctional family...

Jane Wunderly's latest assignment takes her to an isolated isle off Scotland's western coast, where she must conceal her identity and blend in at an occult gathering. As she delves deeper into the...

Janey Godley's life has been a testament to her unyielding spirit and determination. From her tough Glasgow childhood to becoming a beloved comedian, Janey has faced numerous challenges that have...

Peepo! is a beloved picture book that has been a staple in many nurseries for generations. This charming story follows a baby as he experiences the world around him, with a unique hole-punching...

Janet Jackson's The Velvet Rope is a deeply personal exploration of control and bodily integrity. Released in 1997, this album marked a significant turning point in her career as she sought to...

August's life is one of skepticism. She doesn't believe in much - not in fortune tellers, not in easy friendships, and certainly not in the romantic love she sees in movies. That all changes with...

The History of Rio de Janeiro offers an in-depth look at the city's rich past. Founded by the French in 1555 and later taken by the Portuguese, Rio de Janeiro has played a significant role in...

Dr Kathleen Janel's approach to treating digestive patients has been shaped by her own experiences with IBS and SIBO. After years of living with the symptoms, she developed a unique method for...

A standalone saga set during World War One, A Sister's Destiny follows Jane Shaw as she navigates trials and tribulations. After losing her younger brother in suspicious circumstances, Jane takes a...

The Psychology of Pierre Janet by Elton Mayo is a comprehensive collection of notes on the pioneering work of one of the founders of psychology. First published in 1952, this book explores key areas...

Honey and Janey You've Been Telt is a humorous collection of illustrated thoughts from Honey, the wee sausage dog that Janey Godley brings to life through her social media presence. With Janey's own...

Prizes: The Selected Stories of Janet Frame is a comprehensive collection of stories by one of New Zealand's most celebrated writers. This exceptional volume brings together pieces from four...

Detective Garda Cat Connolly is back at work after a life-changing explosion. As she struggles to adjust to her physical and mental scars, her best friend Sarah Jane Hansen goes missing. A journalism...

Laura wakes up to find Tyler in her doorway, a glass in one hand and a lit cigarette in the other. The conversation that follows is a familiar one - a mix of anger, philosophy, and mutual support...

A comprehensive guide to Masonic music, this manual contains a wealth of odes, chants, male quartets, solos, and marches, carefully adapted for use in various Masonic ceremonies. The work is a...

Mindful Colouring for Kids is a calming activity book designed to help children slow down and appreciate the present moment. With its soothing colouring pages and practical mindfulness tips, this...

It's 1899 and a young girl is abandoned in London by her family. Jane Stretch finds lodging and work assisting a doctor, Mr Swift, who helps desperate women with problems.Jane does her best to keep...

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...

Flames of My Truth: The Tragic Execution of Janet DouglasThis is the true story of Janet Douglas, Lady Glamis, and her tumultuous marriage to Archibald Campbell. Their love was forbidden by...

Janet Malcolm: The Last Interview and Other Conversations by Melville House. This collection of interviews offers a unique insight into the life and work of Janet Malcolm, the acclaimed author of The...

Jane Mitchell has left her whole world behind to find purpose in a new era. Transported through time by a meddling witch, she chooses to stay in the 17th century to remain with her beloved nephew...

Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell were an iconic on-screen couple, starring in eleven films together from 1927 to 1939. Their partnership was so enduring that they became synonymous with each other in...

Jane applies to be a housemaid for Sheikh Asaad to finance her master's degree at a prestigious university. Despite a heated argument during their interview, he unexpectedly hires her anyway. As they...

Jane Turner has developed an intriguing theory about people based on their regular coffee drinks. She calls it Espressology and keeps track of her observations in a notebook. Inspired by this idea,...

The Autobiography of Kathryn Janeway by Una McCormack is a unique and fascinating account of her life in Starfleet. For the first time, Captain Janeway shares her personal story, from her early...

A Happy Poem to End Every Day is a beautifully illustrated anthology of one poem for each day of the year, designed to bring a smile to your face and a sense of calm to your evening. Featuring a...

The fifth and final book in the Cazalet Chronicles series, All Change, is a poignant exploration of a privileged family's struggles to adapt to life in postwar England. As the matriarch of the family...

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...

Discover the best of Rio de Janeiro with DK Eyewitness Top 10. This pocket guide is packed with insider tips and advice for staying safe, as well as up-to-date information following the COVID-19...

Building Wealth: Achieving Personal and Financial Success in Real Estate and Business Without Money, Credit, or Luck by Russ Whitney. This revised edition of Building Wealth brings valuable insights...

Joanna Russ's Cómo acabar con la escritura de las mujeres is a powerful critique of the forces that systematically deny recognition to women's creative work. First published in 1983, this influential...

Wuthering Heights is a novel by Emily Brontë, first published in 1847. This Norton Critical Edition presents the novel in its original form, accompanied by a new preface and revised explanatory...

Janet Vaughan was a trailblazing doctor and medical researcher who dedicated her life to improving the lives of others. Her pioneering work in haematology, combined with her advocacy for social and...

A new mystery novel in the Poppy McGowan series is now available. Poppy McGowan, children's TV researcher, has been seconded to current affairs show The Daily Report for a month. Her role involves...

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...

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...

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...

Elmo and his friends teach us that though we may look different on the outside, we are all very much alike on the inside. This charming book helps toddlers and adults alike learn about the importance...

Belladonna Blackthorn's magical spark has been dimming for a while, and she's struggling to find the magic in her life again. With her beloved bookshop, Lunar Books, on the verge of collapse and a...

A year-round culinary journey awaits in this mouthwatering anthology of food in literature. Spanning fiction and non-fiction, prose and poetry, and even recipes, this book offers a wealth of foodie...

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...

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...

When jeweller Edwin Jardine gives Hilda Thorpe a job, his daughter Jane is surprised by her father's decision. She suspects that Edwin has been blinded to Hilda's flaws by her attractive appearance...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Chance in a Million is a heartwarming love story about finding joy and healing in unexpected places. After leaving the army to recover from a traumatic experience, Captain Jane Reed travels to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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 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,...

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...

A full-color graphic novel about growing up and finding your place in the world. Andrew and Russ are best friends who share a passion for monster hunting, but their friendship is put to the test when...

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...

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...

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 Wunderly, a modern young American widow, finds herself at Wedgefield Manor in 1926, enjoying the hospitality of an English lord and his manor house. However, her stay is disrupted by murder,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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,...

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...