1616 results for 'Agnes Mcewan'

Ian McEwan's work is marked by its thought-provoking exploration of complex themes such as morality, place, history, nationhood, sexuality and gender. This comprehensive guide brings together new...

In "El placer del viajero", Ian McEwan crafts a tense and unsettling tale set in Venice. The city's anonymity seems to amplify the sense of disconnection that often accompanies travel, as two...

Understanding Ian McEwan provides a comprehensive analysis of the fiction written by one of Britain's most acclaimed novelists. David Malcolm explores McEwan's work within the context of British...

Ian McEwan's fiction has been subject to various critical approaches. This collection brings together academic essays and articles, as well as reviews from newspapers, journals, magazines, and...

A Study Guide for Ian McEwan's Atonement provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography, study questions,...

Agnes Martin: Independence of Mind presents a fresh look at the enigmatic painter whose life and work have inspired audiences across many fields and disciplines. This collection of essays by living...

This study explores how Ian McEwan's novels navigate the complexities of postmodernity through the lens of philosophy, psychology, and literary theory.Swantje Möller examines the ways in which...

The Human Argument is the first publication of Agnes Denes's collected writings. Denes, a pioneer of both the environmental art movement and Conceptual art, has explored a wide range of subjects,...

If it Wasn't for the Midges is a unique travelogue that showcases Scotland through the eyes of Malky McEwan, a retired policeman with a love for his country. This entertaining guide is alive with...

Ian McEwan's Enduring Love: A Comprehensive Guide For those seeking to deepen their understanding of Ian McEwan's acclaimed novel, this guide offers a thorough analysis of the work. It features a...

A Comprehensive 'A' Level Revision Guide for Enduring Love by Ian McEwan This study guide provides detailed coverage of Ian McEwan's novel, Enduring Love, specifically tailored to support 'A' Level...

Agnes and the Hen by Elle Rowley is a heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between Agnes, a Great Dane, and Rosie, a hen who loves to be different. On a farm where the hens do everything...

Agnes knows she's at home before she even opens her eyes in the morning. The sounds and smells of the apartment building swirl around her - she always knows what everyone is up to. But being the only...

Agnes Grey is a poignant coming-of-age story from Anne Brontë's own experiences as a governess. After facing adversity and hardship, Agnes seeks to redeem her lost honour in the eyes of those who...

Agnes Grey, written by Anne Brontë, is a novel that explores the experiences of a young woman working as a governess in 19th century England. Based on the author's own life, the story follows Agnes...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë explores the challenges faced by women in Victorian society through the story of a young woman forced to work as a governess after her father's financial ruin. This powerful...

Agnes Day's life has been one of quiet desperation. A sub editor in suburban limbo, she struggles to make sense of the world around her. Now, as she faces a serious illness, Agnes is forced to...

Agnes Grey is a novel that explores the life of its titular character, Agnes, as she navigates her role as a governess in Victorian England. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes takes on this...

Agnes Grey, Anne Brontë's first novel, tells the story of its title character, a young girl who works as a governess for families of the English gentry. Based on her own experiences, Brontë depicts...

The Adventures of Agnes: Wartime Nursing in Bulgaria, Poland, Persia and Russia 1912-1919By Tom Fowke, published by YouCaxton Publications in 2021, this book tells the story of Agnes Greg's...

House of Agnes is a powerful play about family, identity and legacy. After forty years of building a life in London, Agnes is preparing to retire and move back to Ghana, leaving her sons to navigate...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë In 19th-century England, becoming a governess was a respectable career option for unmarried women. For Agnes Grey, it meant contributing to her family's income and asserting...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of middle-class social behavior and the challenges faced by young governesses in Victorian England. Drawing on...

Agnes Martin: A Groundbreaking Survey This critically acclaimed monograph provides an in-depth account of Agnes Martin's artistic career, spanning from her early experimental works to her iconic...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a poignant and powerful novel about a young woman's struggle to find her place in society. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes sets out to prove herself as a...

A psychiatrist is summoned to a convent to assess the sanity of a novice accused of murdering her newborn. Dr. Martha Livingstone's investigation is complicated by the Mother Superior's determination...

Agnes Finnie: A Case of Unusual Proportions In 17th-century Edinburgh, Agnes Finnie's arrest sparked a lengthy and complex trial that defied the usual norms for witch hunts. Mary W. Craig delves into...

Agnes Pelton: A Spiritually Inspired Visionary In 1932, Agnes Pelton settled in California's desert landscape, where she would spend the remainder of her life. Her paintings, imbued with spiritual...

Agnes Pelton Desert Transcendentalist is the first complete survey of an underrecognized American modernist in over two decades. This book sheds light on the remarkable influence of Agnes Pelton,...

A young woman's body is discovered in Newcastle Central Station, sparking an investigation that will lead to more brutal murders. Agnes Lockwood becomes entangled in the case when another stabbing...

Agnes Trout is drawn into a new missing person case when an old friend asks for her help in finding his aunt, who vanished over eighty years ago. As she delves deeper into the mystery, human bones...

A year they'll never forget. Ten-year-old Frederika doesn't have much faith that her new teacher will last very long. Most teachers who come to their one-room schoolhouse leave at the first smell of...

Agnes Grey, a beautifully bound edition from Macmillan Collector's Library, offers a poignant portrayal of life as a governess in 19th-century England. Anne Brontë draws on her own experiences to...

Agnes Grey is a deeply personal novel that explores the often isolating and emotionally challenging conditions faced by governesses in 19th-century England. Written from the author's own experiences,...

Rockhaven Sanitarium: The Legacy of Agnes Richards by Elisa Jordan In 1923, registered nurse Agnes Richards opened Rockhaven Sanitarium in the Crescenta Valley, a haven for those seeking mental...

Agnes Berry-Clay's life at Windmarsh Court is one of luxury and comfort, but beneath its polished surface, she faces growing unease. Given away as a baby by her real mother, Agnes has been raised by...

The Star Garden: A Novel of Sarah Agnes PrineNancy E. Turner's latest novel continues the extraordinary story of pioneer woman Sarah Agnes Prine, as she struggles to make a home in the Arizona...

Agnes Morrogh-Bernard's remarkable story is one of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. In 1892, she established Foxford Woollen Mills, a pioneering enterprise that has endured to this day,...

The OS Explorer Map: Redruth and St Agnes Get the most out of your time in the countryside with this detailed folding map of Redruth and St Agnes. Ideal for walkers, horse riders, and off-road...

Agnes and the Sheep is a charming picture book about a Great Dane who tries to keep three mischievous sheep out of trouble. When the sheep escape, Agnes must find a way to stop them. This engaging...

Agnes Sharp and the Trip of a Lifetime is the latest instalment in Leonie Swann's popular cosy crime series. Fans of Richard Osman will enjoy this engaging mystery that keeps readers guessing until...

Agnes Varda: A Cultural Historian of Film and Art. This book offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Agnes Varda, one of the most influential filmmakers of her generation. By examining her...

Agnes Varda: A Film Career in Context Alison Smith offers a comprehensive analysis of Agnès Varda's film career, spanning over four decades. This study examines both her early films and later...

Agnes Heller: A Moralist in the Vortex of History by John Grumley is an introduction to the thought of one of the leading thinkers from the tradition of critical theory. Heller's intellectual range...

Agnes Martin: Her Life and Art explores the life and work of this influential artist. Spanning fifty years, Martin's career was marked by periods of intense creativity and personal struggle. From her...

Agnes Martin's Night Sea (1963) is a large canvas of hand-drawn rectangular grids painted in luminous blue and gold. This illustrated study presents the painting as a work by an artist who was also a...

Agnes Blannbekin's spiritual diary offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and practices of a female mystic in 15th-century Europe. Her visions, which she describes as "street mysticism", reflect...

Lamia, Isabella, The Eve of St Agnes and Other PoemsPublished in the summer of 1820, this collection of poetry marks the culmination of John Keats' creative output. Written in a burst of genius in...

Agnes's Jacket: A Psychologist's Search for the Meanings of Madness by Gail A. Hornstein. In a groundbreaking work, Dr. Gail A. Hornstein explores the vast gulf between medical explanations of...

The Nursing Sisters of World War I: A Gruelling Sacrifice In the midst of war, the Canadian Army Nursing Service faced unimaginable challenges. Nurses worked tirelessly at Casualty Clearing Houses,...

Agnes Martin's early work has long been overshadowed by her iconic grid paintings. This groundbreaking study by Christina Bryan Rosenberger sheds new light on Martin's formative years, revealing the...

Sarah's Quilt: A Novel of Sarah Agnes Prine and the Arizona Territories, 1906 by Nancy E. Turner. In this long-awaited sequel to These Is My Words, Sarah Agnes Prine returns to face new challenges in...

The summer of 1967 was a moment of triumph for Scottish football. Celtic won the European Cup, Rangers reached the final of the European Cup Winners' Cup, and Scotland defeated England at Wembley...

Sarah Agnes Prine begins her diary in 1881, documenting the challenges and hardships faced by her family as they embark on a perilous journey from Arizona Territory to Texas. As the only thing that...

John Keats' poem "The Eve of St. Agnes" is a masterpiece of Romantic literature, comprising 42 Spenserian stanzas that showcase his skill as a poet. Written in 1819 and first published in 1820, it...

The Burton Agnes Disaster: A Forgotten Wartime Rail Tragedy Which Killed Twelve Innocent Men On an autumn day in 1947, a tragic event occurred at a level crossing in Yorkshire. A truck carrying...

Agnes Sharp's household, a gathering of elderly individuals, receives an unexpected visit from the police. A discovery next door sparks both concern and relief, as the group's own secrets are...

This Is My Words: The Diary of Sarah Agnes Prine, 1881-1901A poignant and powerful American saga inspired by the author's own family memoirs, this diary chronicles the life of Sarah Prine, a woman...

Amsterdam Condensed is a novel by Ian McEwan that explores the complexities of human relationships and the moral dilemmas that arise when old friendships are tested. When two former lovers, Clive and...

The Macdonald sisters formed an extraordinary family bond, uniting four remarkable women: Alice, Georgiana, Agnes, and Louisa. As wives and mothers, they created a single family with some of the most...

Agnes, Bea, Cancer and Me: Life with a Breast Cancer Diagnosis is a deeply personal and moving true story of strength and resilience. Helen Bullen's honest account shares her struggles, fears, and...

Atonement by Ian McEwan is a powerful and moving novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the devastating consequences of a single act. On a sweltering summer day in 1935, the...

Agnes, the Giant and the Bridge is an engaging story that aligns with the phonics learning from Year 1, Summer 1, Week 6 of Essential Letters and Sounds. This Oxford Reading Level 6 title allows...

Agnès Sorel: Mistress of Beauty by HRH Princess Michael of Kent is a captivating tale of love, duty and loyalty set in 15th-century France. As a trusted confidant to the Queen of Four Kingdoms, Agnès...

Agnès Varda Interviews by Agnès Varda This collection of interviews offers a unique insight into the life and work of Agnès Varda, a pioneering filmmaker who defied conventions to create some of the...

Agnès Varda: Resistance and Eclecticism explores the life's work of a pioneering French filmmaker. Delphine Bénézet examines Varda's films as a whole, uncovering overlooked gems like Mur,...

The unexamined life is not worth living, according to the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates. Yet, we often speak of 'the Socratic method' without truly understanding its demands. In Open Socrates,...

Agnès Varda: A Radical Legacy in Film and Art The life and work of Agnès Varda, a pioneering filmmaker and artist, is re-examined in this collection of essays. From her early days as a photographer...

According to the world's only completely accurate book of prophecies, written in 1655, before its author exploded, the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just before dinner.The...

The Creation of the French Royal Mistress From Agnès Sorel to Madame Du Barry By Tracy Adams and Christine Adams This study explores the emergence and development of the position of French royal...

Published in 1820, this collection of poems by John Keats is a unified and multi-dimensional work that explores the theme of melancholy. A detailed study of the anthology considers it as a whole,...

DI Shona Oliver's life is about to get a lot more complicated. The arrival of James McGowan, a famous actor, on a remote island in the Solway Firth, sets off a chain of events that puts Shona's job,...

Rose Blanche is a powerful and poignant novel about a young girl's courageous act of defiance in the face of war. In a small German town, Rose witnesses the devastating impact of conflict on her...

A gripping murder mystery set in the Scottish landscape, The Girls in the Glen follows DI Shona Oliver as she delves into a decades-old case that may be linked to a recent crime. When a corpse from...

When the world is still counting the cost of the Second World War, a young boy's life is turned upside down. Stranded at boarding school, his vulnerability attracts the attention of his piano...

Dazzling and profound, Saturday is a book of great maturity, beautifully alive to the fragility of happiness and all forms of violence. It's a story that everyone should read. On a fateful morning,...

The Complete Poetry of John Keats brings together some of the most celebrated works of the English Romantic poet. This collection features odes, sonnets, and other poems that showcase Keats' unique...

Ian McEwan's second collection of short stories is a searing exploration of the human psyche. In these seven tales, the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, revealing the darker corners of...

Ian McEwan's Atonement is a powerful and emotional novel that explores the complexities of love, guilt, and redemption. Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story unfolds from a pivotal...

A new take on a story, Ian McEwan's The Cockroach is a biting satire that reimagines the world of politics. When Jim Sams wakes to find himself transformed into a gigantic creature, he becomes the...

Science by Ian McEwan A history of intellectual courage and human failing, this collection explores our understanding of the world around us. From Darwin to Dawkins, McEwan looks back at scientific...

Ian McEwan's First Love, Last Rites is a collection of short stories that showcase the author's early talent. Written forty years ago, these taut and atmospheric tales explore themes of sex,...

The Connell Short Guide to Ian McEwan's Atonement provides an in-depth analysis of the novel. Written by Theo Tait, this guide offers a detailed exploration of the themes and literary techniques used...

Cheryl McEwan's Gender, Geography and Empire: Victorian Women Travellers in Africa explores the contributions of 19th-century British women to geographical thought, focusing on their experiences as...

Lamia (Complete Edition) is a masterful narrative poem by John Keats, exploring the tension between reality and the sublime through rich, sensuous language and vivid imagery. The poem tells the...

Agnes is a young girl from an aristocratic family who struggles to find her place in the world. After her mother's death, she is raised by her stern father's old servant, Mary Piplin. However, when...

Elaine K. McEwan and Elaine K. McEwan-Adkins offer a practical guide to improving school effectiveness through research-based activities.This updated edition provides hands-on advice for...

The Maggie Greville Story by Pam Burbidge is a biography that explores the life of Maggie Greville, whose father William McEwan's rise to prominence changed her circumstances forever.William McEwan...

A modern gothic mystery from two-time Mary Higgins Clark Award-winner Carol Goodman. Agnes Corey, a junior editor at a small independent publisher, has been hired to transcribe the sequel to Veronica...

A mysterious corpse is discovered in the walls of a bomb shelter, and Agnes Kinghof's investigation sets off a chain of events that lead to further sinister threats. As she delves deeper into the...

The Chisellers by Brendan O'Carroll is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of family life. Three years have passed since Redser's passing, and Agnes Browne continues to navigate the ups and downs of...

Wash Belly is a nostalgic look back at Gregory McEwan's childhood in 1970s Jamaica. As the youngest child, he was affectionately known as "Mommy's Wash Belly" due to his role as the last of several...

Agnes and Bertha, two students at Mount Holyoke College, are shrouded in mystery. Their unusual dresses, scholarly pursuits, and intimate friendship set them apart from their peers. But when Bertha...

A poignant and thought-provoking novella about love, loss, and self-discovery. When Agnes made a promise to her girlfriend Ellie, she thought it would last forever. But life had other plans, and now...

Enduring Love is a tragic masterpiece from Ian McEwan, Booker prize-winning author of Sunday Times bestselling novels. On a windy spring day, Joe Rose's life is shattered by a ballooning accident,...

Agnes Peppin's life has been forever changed by her banishment from home. In 1535, she is forced to leave behind the only family she has ever known and take up residence within the walls of...

Flavian, Viscount Ponsonby, has found himself in a precarious situation. His former fiancée's desertion has left him reeling, and he's desperate to escape the pain. In a moment of impulsiveness, he...

Agnes Kaposi's remarkable story is one of survival and resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Born in Hungary just before the outbreak of World War II, she was forced to endure the...

The Scottish Gaelic Tattoo Handbook: A Guide to Authentic Words and Phrases in the Celtic Language. For those interested in incorporating Gaelic words into their tattoos, this comprehensive guide...

Agnes Evans' life is forever changed when she discovers her sister Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons notebook. As Agnes delves into the world that was her sister's refuge, she embarks on a journey of...