8330 results for 'Wood, Brian'

Neville 'Timber' Wood's War, from Dunkirk to D-DayThis is the extraordinary story of an ordinary soldier who served in some of the most pivotal battles of World War II. From his evacuation from...

Brian Clacy's latest book explores the lives and careers of soldiers who have served in the Royal Army Service Corps, Royal Corps of Transport, and Royal Logistic Corps. These soldiers, known as...

Crafting Wood Logic Puzzles offers 18 plans and instructions for creating manual puzzles that challenge both hands and mind. From traditional games like pentominoes to more complex "unlocking"...

Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit DisorderOur children's lives are increasingly indoors, with a shrinking radius of freedom to roam. This has led to a growing concern...

Explore the Enchanted World that Inspired Winnie-the-Pooh Discover the magical landscapes that brought A.A. Milne's beloved stories to life, including the ancient black walnut tree and Poohsticks...

A hanging body found in Bluebell Wood sets off a chain of events that will keep you guessing until the very end. A local man is discovered with his throat cut, and as DCI Tanner's wedding approaches,...

The world's balance of power is shifting, and the West's dominance is being challenged. In "Why the West Can't Win: From Bretton Woods to a Multipolar World", Fadi Lama explores the events of the...

Located in the heart of Wolverhampton, two historic buildings stand as testaments to the city's rich past. In "Saving a Bit of Old Wood 19 Victoria Street & 44 Queen Square", Joyce Perry explores the...

Scroll Saw Puzzles for Kids and Adults Alike Jaeheon Yun's Adorable Animal Family Puzzles in Wood is a collection of 25 simple and charming projects. Each puzzle consists of no more than 10 pieces,...

Dylan Thomas's Under Milk Wood is a poignant and humorous portrayal of life in a small town. Written as an impression for voices, this 1953 work explores the complexities of human existence through...

Explore Scotland's stunning landscapes and wildlife with this beautifully illustrated sticker book. Featuring gorgeous fold-out scenes of farm, loch, woods, and Highlands, you'll be able to bring...

Walking the Woods and the Water is a deeply personal account of one man's 2,500-mile journey across Europe, following in the footsteps of Patrick Leigh Fermor. Nick Hunt set out to have an...

The Slain Wood: A Study of the Paper Industry's Environmental Consequences in the American South By William Boyd, published by Johns Hopkins University Press in 2015. In the early twentieth century,...

Diary of a Somebody by Brian Bilston is a unique blend of poetry and diary that explores the complexities of life, love, and identity. When Brian's life is in disarray, he turns to writing poetry as...

Discover the joy of whittling with 16 quick and easy projects to carve in wood. Tom Hindes, a whittling artist and teacher, shares his expertise in this comprehensive guide, perfect for beginners and...

Fox's Socks is a fun and interactive story about a mischievous fox who has lost his socks. Can you help him find them?Lift the flaps on every spread to discover the fox's socks in different hiding...

Rabbit's Nap is a rhyming story about a rabbit trying to get to sleep, but everyone is being too noisy. Lift the flaps to find out who is keeping her awake. Will she ever have her nap? This special...

Babes in the Wood: A True Crime Saga In 1986, two young girls were brutally murdered in Brighton, their bodies discovered just days later. The case that followed was one of the most infamous in...

David Mamet Plays: 2 "Reunion", "Dark Pony", "A Life in the Theatre", "The Woods", "Lakeboat", "Edmond" (Methuen World Classics) (Vol 2) This collection of plays by David Mamet showcases the...

Farming the Woods offers a fresh perspective on agriculture, showing how forests and farms can complement each other. By integrating forestry and farming practices, you can cultivate a wide range of...

The American outdoor experience has become increasingly commercialised. Visiting wild spaces requires shopping for clothing and equipment. This paradox is rooted in the history of the American...

Recece has always dismissed his grandmother's stories about her Welsh castle inheritance. He's not interested in Merlin, the enchanter who lives backwards in time either. Instead, he focuses on facts...

Swami Rama Tirtha's teachings offer a unique perspective on Hindu philosophy and spirituality. In this volume, he shares his insights on the concept of 'practical Vedanta' and its application in...

Explore the battlefields to the north of Arras, including Vimy Ridge, with this highly illustrated guide. Expert guides Jon Cooksey and Jerry Murland lead you through the key battles fought in the...

The Canadian Federal Election of 2021 provides a timely and insightful analysis of Canada's democratic system during a period of increasing polarization. This collaborative volume brings together...

A Shropshire Squire: Letters & Diary (1812-1825) of John Clavering Wood, Esquire. This collection presents a unique insight into life as a country gentleman in early 19th century Shropshire. The...

Ann Blockley's latest book is a beautiful guide to creating stunning watercolour and collage artworks inspired by the natural world. With a focus on woodland landscapes, this book showcases the...

A quiet evening in Salisbury is shattered by a serious car crash. Five lives collide - a flower seller, a schoolboy, an army wife, a security guard, and a widower - all facing their own personal...

Dalziel is faced with a seemingly insoluble mystery when animal-rights activists uncover a long-dead uniformed body in the grounds of Wanwood House. As he delves deeper, he becomes increasingly...

For lever harp players and pedal harp players, this sheet music offers a unique arrangement of "Everything" from Michael Buble's album Call Me Irresponsible.The song includes lyrics and is designed...

The Canadian Federal Election of 2019 provides an in-depth analysis of Canada's 2019 federal election, examining the strategies and outcomes of each major party. Edited by Jon Pammett and Christopher...

What we don't know can still deeply affect us. This book offers groundbreaking insights into self-awareness and contains material that has significant implications for many people. It explores a...

Discover the art of grain painting, a decorative technique that mimics the look of wood grain on various objects. This book provides a comprehensive guide to get started with this unique craft, using...

Grimm's Fairy Tales meets Ransom Riggs in this deeply creepy and gorgeously illustrated collection of twelve original pitch-dark fairytales. Melissa Albert's dark world is full of wondrously terrible...

Morgen Keller's life has been marked by turmoil since she inherited her grandmother's old house and her legacy as a witch. Werewolves regularly attack her, familiars spy on her, and enemies she...

A small mouse's life is threatened by large jungle predators. To save him, a kindly hermit uses magic to change him into a cat, a dog, and a majestic tiger.But the proud tiger soon forgets his humble...

On July 4, 1845, Henry David Thoreau moved into his cabin by Walden Pond, starting an experiment in simple living that would change American history. This new edition of Walden features annotated...

When a family's lives are brutally cut short in their luxurious home, the investigation that follows reveals a shocking twist: the killer is still among them. Detective Alyssa Wyatt and her partner...

Benji and Red couldn't be more different. They aren't friends. They don't even live in the same town. But their fates are entwined.A chance meeting leads the boys to discover that they have more in...

Renegade Regionalists: The Modern Independence of Grant Wood, Thomas Hart Benton, and John Steuart CurryThis book explores the lives and works of three influential American artists who challenged...

Wood You Believe: A Spirituality of Healing and Integration offers guidance for navigating the spiritual landscape of today. This thought-provoking book combines inspiring symbolism, scripture,...

A comprehensive guide to timber varieties for amateur carpenters is presented in this A-Z encyclopedia. The book includes an introductory essay on woodworking and notes on colour, strength, and...

The Woman in the Woods by John Connolly A young Jewish woman's body is discovered buried in the Maine woods, with evidence of a recent childbirth. However, there is no sign of a baby. Private...

A group of young friends stumble upon a mysterious discovery in the woods that sets off a chain of events with terrifying consequences. The summer they thought would last forever turned into a...

Create your own live edge river table with confidence. This beginner-friendly guide takes you through every step of the process, from selecting the wood to pouring the epoxy resin, so you can bring...

Through the Sad Wood Our Corpses Will Hang by Ava Farmehri is a haunting and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of identity, morality, and the human condition. Set against the...

Learn the art of woodcarving with clear, step-by-step instructions in this comprehensive guide. Cyndi Joslyn presents eight skill-building projects, from the introductory candlestick-making project...

Step into the whimsical world of Apple Blossom Wood with this delightful collection of sewing patterns for felt toys to treasure. Featuring seven heirloom toy sewing patterns for 16 inch felt animal...

A young girl vanishes in the woods outside Fjällbacka, leaving behind a community shaken by memories of a tragedy from thirty years past. A murder took place at this same spot, and two teenage girls...

Brianosaurus by Ged Adamson is a story about embracing individuality. When Brian discovers that frogs existed during the time of dinosaurs, he decides to become a dinosaur himself - a unique creature...

Experience the early adventures of Laura Ingalls Wilder in this collectible box set. Featuring Garth Williams's classic black-and-white illustrations, this paperback edition brings together the first...

A young woman's body has been found in the nearby woods, with a shocking headline in the evening paper. But as one neighbour complains about a minor local robbery, it seems unlikely that they could...

Jo Brown's illustrated journal is a rich and detailed record of her discoveries in the natural world, as she encountered them in the order of their emergence. From the tiny emerald Green Dock Beetle...

Eden has always felt like there's something missing. He hears whispers that haven't been spoken and sees glimpses of futures yet to come. Haunted by the idea of something more, Eden flees those who...

The Bretton Woods-GATT System: Retrospect and Prospect After Fifty YearsA collection by key figures in international finance and trade, this book presents the current thinking on the past, present,...

The Kaufmann Mercantile Guide: How to Split Wood, Shuck an Oyster and Master Other Simple Pleasures is a comprehensive guide to the joy of doing things yourself. Organized into five sections, it...

Between the Woods and the Water: On Foot to ConstantinopleThis 2004 edition of Patrick Leigh Fermor's travelogue follows his journey as an 18-year-old across 1930s Europe by foot, picking up where he...

John Lister-Kaye's enchanting account of a year spent with otters, badgers, weasels and pine martens is a charming exploration of the secret lives of woodland creatures.Living side-by-side with these...

A mysterious death in Rhinelander, Wisconsin sets off a chain of events that will test the skills of professional cryptozoologist Morgan Carter. A local fisherman is found mauled to death, with an...

A collection of poems about nightingales, featuring works by various authors including John Keats and others. This charming volume brings together classic pieces that celebrate the beauty and power...

Aaron Franklin and Jordan Mackay's comprehensive guide to live-fire grilling and smoking at home is a must-have resource for anyone looking to elevate their backyard cooking. By treating fire as an...

Discover the wonders of the woodland with this beautifully illustrated board book. Peek-through flaps reveal hidden animals as you explore the forest through each season.Lift the flaps and learn...

Join Bluebell and her friends on a secret wish mission to the Emerald Shore. Meris the Mermaid is missing, and the sunny seaside weather is broken.Bluebell tries to mend the weather with a bit of...

This sheet music arrangement features two versions of Michael Buble's song "It's a Beautiful Day", one for lever harps tuned to C and the other to flats. Both arrangements include playing notes and...

A man emerges from Bacton Wood with a terrifying tale of being buried alive. His story sets off a chain of events as DS Ashley Knight and her team investigate a series of gruesome murders linked to...

Fiona Sampson explores the complex relationship between humans and nature in 19th-century Britain, tracing the ways in which Romantic writers experienced and shaped their surroundings. This year-long...

Odon von Horvath's plays in this collection offer a nuanced portrayal of the human experience. Through his works, he explores themes of social inequality and the manipulation of language, revealing...

A collection of 60 thought-provoking quotations from Henry David Thoreau is paired with wisdom words from writers and thinkers around the world. This compact volume makes for a thoughtful companion,...

Survival in the wilderness requires more than just technical skills. In fact, many essential abilities are often overlooked in our daily lives. From finding water to starting a fire, there are...

As winter approaches, Laura helps her family prepare their little log cabin for the snowy days ahead. With Ma and Pa's guidance, she learns to make the most of the cold weather.This charming story...

When King Alfred calls his warriors to war, Lewinna's father is among them. As he leads the fighting men away from their domain, a Danish raid threatens the safety of those left behind.Lewinna must...

The Guns Are Silent by Philip Gray In the aftermath of World War I, the silence is deafening. Special battalions are tasked with gathering up the dead for mass burial, but for Amy Vanneck, her...

Blaze Foley's life was a fleeting idyll, captured in a tree house in the Georgia woods during the 1970s countercultural movement. Sybil Rosen, the woman for whom he wrote his most famous song, "If I...

Carolina Matos explores how feminist and health NGOs use communications to shape policy and improve discourse on women's reproductive rights globally.Through in-depth interviews with 52 NGOs from...

Master the art of caricature carving with this comprehensive guide. Dave Stetson shares his expertise to help you unlock the secrets of capturing humor and expression in wood.Learn how to design your...

Join Bear and his friends as they celebrate Grand Old Oak's 500th birthday in this first storybook of poetry. A magical woodland comes alive with games, picnics, and seasonal fun.Look out for all the...

Create Your Own Kinetic Art with This Comprehensive Guide Master craftsman Rodney Frost shares his expertise in building fascinating kinetic structures and simple machines with this do-it-yourself...

Blessed be, lonesome traveller. Drift into the poetic guidance of Lucy Cavendish and meander the oft-hidden path of your inner wilderness.Discover hope, kindness, and heartfelt awareness in this...

The Battle of Bretton Woods: A New World Order Takes Shape In 1944, world leaders gathered in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, to shape the post-war economic order. This pivotal event has become...

Brian Clough: The Autobiography A life of football, controversy, and triumph, as told by one of the game's most charismatic managers. From his early days as a gifted player to his later successes as...

Brian Walker's translation of Lao Tzu's lesser-known teachings offers a unique insight into the wisdom and mystery of Taoist philosophy. This collection of eighty-one teachings is rich in insight and...

Democracy in the Woods: Environmental Conservation and Social Justice in India, Tanzania, and Mexico by Prakash Kashwan explores how societies balance competing agendas for environmental protection...

Restoring Prairie, Woods, and Pond tells the story of how a small town came together to transform a city-owned dumping ground into a nature trail with three distinct ecosystems. This inspiring middle...

The Housewives: The Real Story Behind the Real Housewives by Brian Moylan Get the inside scoop on the Real Housewives franchise, from its humble beginnings to its current status as a cultural...

Allen Taube's 40 years of experience in wooden boat repair and restoration are distilled into this comprehensive guide. As a skilled shipwright, marine surveyor, and licensed captain, Taube shares...

William Faulkner's Collected Stories presents the author's carefully curated and edited collection of short stories, showcasing his mastery of this demanding form. In corrected texts, Faulkner...

This comprehensive guide to farm drainage explores the principles and practices behind draining land using various methods, including stones, wood, plows, open ditches, and tiles. First published in...

Get ready for hours of fun in the great outdoors with i-SPY in the Woods. This pocket-sized book is packed with facts, photos, and fantastic spots to explore, helping kids collect points and learn...

The Ultimate Guide to Wilderness Living teaches you the essential skills needed to survive and live in the wild using only those things found in the woods. With in-depth instruction and photos, this...

Thomas Mann's masterpiece reimagines the Faust legend in a modern context. In this deeply personal and artistic work, the composer Adrian Leverkühn makes a fateful bargain with the Devil, sacrificing...

Government Bureaucracies and the Efficacy of Government: A Comparative Analysis The trust in institutions of public governance has been eroded, leading to a misdiagnosis by presidents and prime...

Since Freddie Mercury's passing in 1991, Queen has continued to evolve and thrive with various lineups. This book charts the band's musical journey from that pivotal moment onwards.The story of...

Hardcover, 288 pages, published April 2022 by Diversion Publishing. In the 1980s and '90s, Jamie Gehring lived just a short distance from Ted Kaczynski, the notorious Unabomber. To her, he was simply...

The Battle of Bretton Woods: A New World Order Takes Shape In July 1944, representatives from forty-four nations gathered in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, to shape the postwar economic order. This...

Build your outdoor space with confidence using this comprehensive guide to 35 DIY projects. From stone paths and garden archways to bamboo fountains and rustic benches, you'll find step-by-step...

Discover Scotland's Woodland Wonders: A Comprehensive Guide to 365 Scenic Sites. Explore the diverse and fascinating world of Scotland's woodlands, from ancient Caledonian pine forests to hidden...

Roy Dennis's story is one of triumph and perseverance in the face of adversity. As an ornithologist and conservationist, he has been instrumental in reintroducing several iconic species to Britain,...

Pete Seeger's life and career are revealed in his own words, as told to friend and collaborator David Bernz. This unique journey through the legendary folksinger and songwriter's remarkable life...

For men navigating life's challenges and opportunities, this guide offers practical wisdom and experience to help them make the most of their best years.Drawing on the collective knowledge and...

Brian Dillon's Affinities explores the power and pleasures of the image, examining the attraction to paintings, photographs, and other visual stimuli. Dillon delves into the experience of art and the...