68 results for 'Allain, Marcel'

Little Marcel the Shell with shoes on is a charming picture book about a one-inch-tall shell with a big heart. He wears a lentil as a hat and has a wonderfully imaginative world. This is Marcel's...

Michael Wood's book on Marcel Proust is a witty and refreshing exploration of the experience of reading Proust's work. The book examines the event that transformed Proust from an occasional writer to...

Christopher Prendergast's exploration of Marcel Proust's masterpiece delves into the intricate narrative structure and rich sensory tapestry of A la recherche du temps perdu. The author examines how...

The Cambridge Introduction to Marcel Proust provides a comprehensive account of Proust's life and work, situating his novel 'In Search of Lost Time' within its socio-historical and cultural context...

Marcel Pagnol's Memories of Childhood is a heartwarming collection of stories about his idyllic Provencal childhood. Written by one of France's most celebrated film artists, this book offers a...

Fantômas is a sinister tale of a French evil genius run rampant, leaving a trail of appalling crimes in his wake. The Marquise de Langruen is hacked to death, the Princess Sonia is robbed, and Lord...

Discover the enduring appeal of Marcel Proust's masterpiece with this accessible and engaging guide. Written by Patrick Alexander, this reader's companion makes it easier to navigate the complex...

The Roswell Legacy: The Untold Story of the First Military Officer at the 1947 Crash Site Major Jesse Marcel, the intelligence officer for the 509th Bomber Group, was the first military officer to...

How Tyrants Fall And How Nations Survive by Marcel DirsusDr Marcel Dirsus draws on extraordinary interviews to reveal the vulnerabilities of the world's strongmen, exploring how tyrants face constant...

Letters to His Neighbor, a recently discovered collection of correspondence, offers a unique glimpse into the life of Marcel Proust. The author's letters to his upstairs neighbor, Dr. Williams,...

Discover the profound and beautiful exploration of human experience in Marcel Proust's seven-volume masterpiece, 'In Search of Lost Time'.Through intricate and captivating prose, Proust weaves...

Dodin-Bouffant, a man of refined taste, is the subject of Marcel Rouff's The Passionate Epicure. Based on the life of Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, this novel explores the intersection of art, love, and...

The Prisoner and The Fugitive is the fifth volume in Marcel Proust's monumental work, In Search of Lost Time. This translation brings a fresh, engaging voice to Proust's writing, making his...

Translated by a different expert each time, this Penguin edition of Marcel Proust's masterpiece brings a fresh, engaging voice to the iconic novel. With its magical opening scenes and devastating...

Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time Vol. 1: The Way by Swann's is a novel that brings childhood memories vividly back to life through the famous taste of a madeleine. This is a story of...

Published in three volumes, this is the first part of Marcel Proust's monumental work, a profound reflection on art, time, memory, self and loss. The novel follows its narrator's experiences as he...

Learn the art of drawing manga with this comprehensive guide. Marcel Kuhn, a renowned manga artist, shares his expertise in a fun and accessible way, making it easy for artists of all skill levels to...

Real court proceedings can be hilarious, and this book brings the most amusing quotes to life in a fully illustrated cartoon panel book. The quotes are word for word, as said by real people under...

Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Italian All-in-One, Premium Second Edition is a comprehensive workbook that provides five skill-building titles to help you build a solid foundation of Italian...

Automate your build, test, and deploy pipelines using GitHub Actions. Continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines help you automate the software development process and maximize your team's efficiency...

The Art of Stillness: The Theater Practice of Tadashi SuzukiPaul Allain offers a lively and critical study of one of the most important figures in contemporary world theater. A renowned practitioner...

Marcella Hazan's Ingredienti is a practical guide to shopping for the best ingredients and preparing delicious meals. Written by Marcella Hazan and her husband Victor, this manual offers advice on...

Marcelo Bielsa's remarkable first season at Leeds United was a defining moment in the club's history. As his interpreter, Salim Lamrani was privileged to witness the inner workings of the team and...

The Marcelo Bielsa Revolution at Leeds United The story of Leeds United's remarkable first season back in the Premier League after 16 years of absence is one of transformation and innovation. Phil...

Marcel is a bird who is big, and Steve is a worm who has disappeared. Marcel is curious about what happened to Steve and wants to know if he can be persuaded to return.Marcel's search for Steve is a...

A boy owns a moose named Marcel. He hadn't always owned a moose. Marcel came to him and he knew it was meant to be his. Most of the time, Marcel is obedient, following rules for being a good pet...

Learn to code and master C++ with this comprehensive guide. As a professional developer and former teaching fellow, Alex Allain shares his expertise to help you overcome common challenges in learning...

My Skin, Your Skin is a powerful book that helps children and adults have meaningful discussions about race and anti-racism. It empowers children to be the best versions of themselves, with...

A Contest To Kill For by E. V. Hunter is a gripping murder mystery that will keep you turning the pages until the very end. When Hopgood Hall hosts a realty TV baking show, led by enigmatic head chef...

Siobhan Harris's debut novel has taken New York City by storm, catapulting her to fame as a romance sensation. But with success comes scrutiny, and Siobhan finds herself at the centre of a Twitter...

This Moose Belongs to Me is a beautifully illustrated story about the complexities of ownership. A boy and his moose, Marcel, form a unique bond, but when Marcel is claimed by someone else, Wilfred...

A timeless collection of classic Italian recipes, beautifully illustrated and featuring new forewords, is presented in this 30th Anniversary Edition of Marcella Hazan's magnum opus. This...

Marcel Breuer (1902-1981) was a pioneering figure in modern architecture and design. His work embodied a unique balance of texture, color, and shape, and a blend of local and global influences. This...

The Gift Forms and Functions of Exchange in Archaic Societies by Marcel MaussA foundational work in social anthropology, this book presents a systematic study of gift exchange in primitive societies,...

The Law Machine by Marcel Berlins and Clare Dyer provides a comprehensive overview of the justice system, exploring its evolution, operation, and the role of lawyers. The authors offer a detailed...

Remembrance of Things Past: Volume 3 is the third part of Marcel Proust's monumental work, which explores the life and experiences of its narrator from childhood to adulthood. This volume includes...

Practice Makes Perfect: Complete Italian Grammar, Premium Fourth Edition by Marcel Danesi is a comprehensive workbook designed to help you master the Italian language. With a focus on practical...

Get ready to spot your favorite friends in a fun and interactive search-and-find activity book. This officially licensed book features 15 unique settings, including Central Perk and the friends'...

Cultural Amnesia Notes in the Margin of My Time by Clive JamesThis collection of essays explores the lives and works of influential figures from the 20th century, including Louis Armstrong, Franz...

Published in three stunning clothbound volumes, this translation of Marcel Proust's masterpiece is a profound reflection on art, time, memory, self, and loss. The second volume includes The...

Shop Cats of Hong Kong by Marcel Heijnen is a charming collection of photographs showcasing the beloved felines that inhabit the city's shops. Against the vibrant backdrop of Hong Kong's bustling...

Marcel Proust's translations of John Ruskin's works offer a unique insight into the English critic's ideas. This collection brings together Proust's translations of La Bible d'Amiens and Sesame et...

What Artists Do is a thought-provoking exploration of the practical skills and knowledge that artists possess. The book reveals the useful things that artists do, using seminal works by artists such...

Spirals: The Whirled Image in Twentieth-century Literature and Art explores how spirals are at the heart of modern literature and visual art. Nico Israel examines the work of writers and artists,...

The Cathedral of Mist is a collection of ethereal stories from the last of the great Francophone Belgian fantasists. Distilled tales of distant journeys, buried memories, and impossible architecture...

Ana Anderssen, Professor of History of Art at Birkbeck University, arrives in rural France with a mission to research Chaïm Soutine's refuge during WW2. At the family chateau, she meets Gilles and...

In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower is a novel by Marcel Proust, first published in 1919. This translation brings to the fore a more sharply engaged, comic and lucid Proust, making the book...

Modernism: A Very Short Introduction by Christopher Butler This book provides a comprehensive account of Modernism, exploring its origins, key concepts, and lasting impact on art and culture. Butler...

The Swann Way is the first volume of Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time. This novel introduces its unforgettable narrator and explores themes of time, memory, identity, art, sensation, love, and...

A poignant and gripping memoir of a young boy's experience in the French Resistance during World War II. In the early years of the war, 14-year-old Stephen Grady finds himself at the forefront of a...

Infrathin: An Experiment in Micropoetics by Marjorie Perloff explores the nature of poetry, examining its visual, grammatical, and sound components. This concept, coined by Marcel Duchamp, refers to...

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 story of Marcel Marceau's heroic work during WWII is one of courage and selflessness. In "Masters of Silence", Kathy Kacer tells the tale of two siblings, Helen and Henry, who are forced to flee...

The Readymade Century explores the enduring influence of Marcel Duchamp's readymades, first introduced 100 years ago. This book examines the development of Duchamp's concept from its inception in...

Crisis as Form by Peter Osborne explores how contemporary art responds to social crisis. The author examines the relationship between artistic form and crisis, arguing that understanding this...

In Search of Lost Time In the Shadow of Young Girls in Flower is the second volume of Stéphane Heuet's graphic adaptation of Marcel Proust's masterpiece. This highly anticipated new volume continues...

Published in three stunning clothbound volumes, this is the third part of Marcel Proust's masterpiece, Remembrance of Things Past. The Captive, The Sweet Cheat Gone and Time Regained are included in...

Italian Demystified, Premium 3rd Edition by Marcel Danesi Learn Italian with confidence using this comprehensive and step-by-step guide. The updated third edition of Italian DeMYSTiFieD provides a...

Phyllida Barlow Collected Lectures, Writings, and Interviews A comprehensive collection of Phyllida Barlow's writings, lectures, and interviews, offering insight into her thoughts on art, teaching,...

Léon Delafosse is a rising star in the French music scene, but his path to success is fraught with challenges. As the youngest student ever accepted into the prestigious Paris Conservatory, he needs...

John Cage's For the Birds is a unique and engaging dialogue that explores a wide range of topics. Recorded in France between 1968 and 1978, these conversations were later reconstructed, reedited, and...

Alice Prin - Kiki de Montparnasse was the icon of 1920s Paris. She captivated as a groundbreaking nightclub performer, wrote a bestselling memoir, sold out exhibitions of her paintings, and shared...

Claude Cahun: A Life of Radical Art and Freedom Claude Cahun was a courageous Surrealist artist who championed freedom at every turn. Born in Nantes, France, Cahun met her partner, Suzanne Malherbe,...

The Lawn Road Flats: A Haunt of Spies and Artists In 1930s London, a modernist building became a hub for Soviet espionage and artistic innovation. The Isokon building, known as the Lawn Road Flats,...

Eve Babitz, the iconic figure of 1960s Los Angeles, was a woman of striking contrasts. At just twenty years old, she posed nude alongside Marcel Duchamp, cementing her status as an instant icon of...

A gripping thriller from the bestselling author of the Ben Hope series. Former SAS major Ben Hope's life is turned upside down when his ex-girlfriend Dr Brooke Marcel is kidnapped. Racing against the...

Marián Hossa's life is a testament to determination and perseverance. Born into a hockey family, he and his brother Marcel quickly fell in love with the sport, displaying a level of skill that could...

The Meaning of Life and Death: Ten Classic Thinkers on the Ultimate Question by Michael Hauskeller This thought-provoking collection brings together the ideas of ten influential thinkers to explore...