806 results for 'Armstrong, Alexander'

The Armstrongs by Grace Franklin Discover your Scottish heritage with this comprehensive guide. Written for those researching their clan history, this book provides a wealth of information to help...

Lottie Armstrong's first case sets the tone for a gripping mystery series. In 1924, Leeds is struggling to recover from the Great War, and poverty and crime are rampant. Enter WPC Lottie Armstrong,...

William Armstrong: A Visionary of Industry and Science This biography tells the story of William George Armstrong, a man who embodied the spirit of industrial success in 19th-century Britain. At the...

Discover the life and art of Louis Armstrong, one of the most influential figures in American music, in this authoritative biography.Gary Giddins' Satchmo is a vivid and fascinating portrait of...

Louis Armstrong's New Orleans explores the extraordinary relationship between the city and its most iconic musician. Born in poverty-stricken conditions, Louis Armstrong's life was shaped by the...

Louis Armstrong's life and legacy are deeply intertwined with the most creative period of his career. Nearly 100 years after bursting onto the music scene, he is recognized as one of the most...

This biography tells the story of Neil Armstrong's journey from his childhood to becoming the first person on the moon. The book follows Armstrong's small steps and failures, which ultimately led him...

Neil Armstrong's life is a testament to the power of curiosity and determination. From his childhood fascination with flying to his historic moon landing, Armstrong's story is one of remarkable...

Henry Armstrong: Boxing's Super Champ is the remarkable story of a boxing legend who defied expectations and achieved the impossible. In 1938, Henry Armstrong became the first boxer to hold world...

Discover the story of Neil Armstrong, the astronaut who made history by becoming the first person to walk on the moon.This chapter book tells the story of Neil Armstrong's journey, from his early...

Evenfall: The Golden Linnet is a thrilling children's debut novel from Alexander Armstrong. When 12-year-old Sam discovers his family's secret past, his world is turned upside down.A powerful enemy...

The connection between music and the universe has long been a source of fascination. Physicist and jazz musician Stephon Alexander explores this link, tracing the threads of inspiration from ancient...

Louis Armstrong's Hot Five and Hot Seven Recordings by Brian Harker provides a unique perspective on the seminal jazz recordings made in the late 1920s. By examining seven exceptional records,...

Alexander the Great by Robin Lane Fox Alexander the Great is a man of his own time, a born warrior and ruler of passionate ambition. This biography searches through the mass of conflicting evidence...

Alexander the Great: A Biography by Mary Renault. This biography explores the life and character of Alexander III of Macedon, commonly known as Alexander the Great. Born in 356 BC, he went on to...

Lance Armstrong's 1999 Tour de France victory was hailed as a remarkable comeback from life-threatening cancer. However, journalist David Walsh began to suspect that something was amiss. As he dug...

Chloe Saunders used to be a normal teenage girl. But she's not anymore. She's a walking science experiment, genetically altered at birth by a sinister group of scientists known as the Edison Group...

Alexander the Great: A Life of Conquest and Legacy Alexander the Great was a figure of enduring fascination, whose remarkable life has captivated historians and the general public alike for centuries...

The Essential Garden Design Workbook Completely Revised and Expanded by Rosemary Alexander and Rachel Myers is a comprehensive guide for garden designers and professionals. This fully updated third...

Alexander's Conquests: A Comprehensive Account Arrian's Campaigns of Alexander is the most reliable account of the life and achievements of one of history's greatest conquerors. Written over four...

Alexander's empire was left without a clear successor after his sudden death in 323 BC. As news of the king's passing spread, a ruthless battle for the throne began. The web of scheming and plotting...

Published for the first time, Lt. Alexander Pfeifer's unedited and authentic WWI diary presents a raw and honest account of his experiences from 1914 to 1918.Alongside over 300 original photographs...

Alexander the Great: A Turbulent Era. This book tells the story of Alexander's life and conquests in compelling detail. Despite his many successes, Alexander remains an enigma, and Curtius' History...

A gift box set featuring all five adventures of Taran and his companions in the magical land of Prydain. This collection includes The Book of Three, The Black Cauldron, The Castle of Llyr, Taran...

The Betrayal of the Body is a pioneering study of the mind-body split by Alexander Lowen. This book explores how people deny the reality, needs, and feelings of their bodies, leading to an...

Collected Papers on Alexander the GreatA comprehensive collection of essays by renowned historian Ernst Badian, shedding new light on the life and reign of Alexander the Great.Originally published in...

Fear of Life is a profound exploration of the human condition within modern culture. Alexander Lowen challenges conventional thinking, arguing that neurotic behavior stems from a deep-seated fear of...

Baby Alexander is a heartwarming story about a new arrival in the family. Baby Alexander can't talk yet, but he says "Goo-goo" and is eager to learn. With the help of his cousin Peppa, Baby Alexander...

Alexander the Great's legend has evolved over time, with different cultures weaving their own stories around his life. From the Hebrew tradition to modern Greece, the figure of Alexander has been...

Alexander Hamilton is a landmark biography that sets the record straight on the life of one of America's most brilliant, charismatic and dangerous founders. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ron Chernow...

Alexander's dream was to rule the world, and with his childhood friends and beloved horse Bucephalas, he set out to make it happen. Historian Dominic Sandbrook guides us on an incredible journey...

A journey through time and geography, tracing the footsteps of Alexander the Great from Greece to India. Michael Wood follows in the footsteps of this legendary leader, using ancient historians as...

The Alexander Technique for Musicians offers practical advice and tried-and-tested methods to help musicians achieve success and comfort as performers. This guide covers essential topics such as...

Alexander the Great brings to life the fascinating story of one of history's most famous figures. With lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations, this book makes learning about...

Alexander the Great's life was marked by both incredible achievements and brutal violence. As a young man, he sought to emulate the legendary hero Achilles, and by his mid-twenties, he had conquered...

Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse by Leo Lionni is a heartwarming tale about the magic of friendship. A real mouse named Alexander longs to be loved and cuddled, just like his mechanical counterpart...

Alexander's Empire: A Masterful Account of Kings and Conquerors By the time Alexander the Great died, his empire had stretched from the Adriatic Sea to the Indian subcontinent, redrawn the map of the...

Alexander at World's End by Tom Holt A witty and ironic tale that sheds new light on one of history's most famous figures. When Euxenus, a philosopher and intellectual, takes a job as tutor to a...

The Voice of the Body: The Role of the Body in PsychotherapyThis collection of 22 lectures by Alexander Lowen, one of the founders of contemporary body psychotherapy, presents the groundbreaking...

Discover the lives of the great men who shaped ancient history in this collection of parallel biographies.Written by Plutarch, these influential writings offer intimate glimpses into the lives of...

Armstrong's Essential Skills for People Professionals: A Comprehensive Guide for HR Practitioners. Develop your skills and confidence as an HR professional with this authoritative guide. Written by...

Armstrong's Handbook of Management and Leadership for HR provides guidance on the processes of management and leadership, essential for HR managers and aspiring professionals. Written by renowned...

Alexander the Great's sudden and unexpected death has left the largest empire in turmoil. As the fight to take control descends into ruthless scheming and bloody battles, no one is safe. Wars are...

Alexander the Great's conquests had a profound impact on the ancient world. His military campaigns stretched across thousands of miles, from northern Greece to modern Pakistan, leaving a lasting...

The Alexander Technique Workbook by Richard Brennan is a step-by-step guide to improving body movement and reducing physical and mental tension. This accessible book instructs you in a series of...

Discover the remarkable story of Neil Armstrong, from his early life to becoming the first person to walk on the moon.The Info Buzz series helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of...

Alexander the Great: A Legendary King's Rise to Power In 336 b.c., the sudden death of Philip of Macedonia led to the ascension of his twenty-year-old son, Alexander, to the throne. With swift...

A dark and sinister mystery unfolds in 17th-century Scotland. A young man's body is discovered in the house of Alexander Seaton, a fallen minister, and the investigation that follows reveals a...

Armstrong's Handbook of Performance Management provides a comprehensive guide to improving employee and organizational performance. This updated seventh edition covers all areas of performance...

Alexander's epic quest continues as he marches through the heart of Asia, leaving destruction in his wake. The beauty of Babylon is ravaged, and the Palace of Persepolis is reduced to ashes. As he...

Alexander's Great Conquests: A Comprehensive History This authoritative history of Alexander the Great's campaigns is widely regarded as the most reliable account of his vast empire. Arrian, a...

Discover the incredible story of Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon. As a child, Neil's dreams took flight when he rode on his first airplane, setting him on a path to become a...

The Other Alexander is a poignant allegory that explores the complexities of human nature. Written by Margarita Liberaki in the 1950s, this poetic drama reenacts Greek tragedy in its evocation of a...

Alexander the Great's sudden and unexpected death has left his vast empire in turmoil. As rival claimants vie for power, ancient secrets begin to surface, threatening to upend the fragile balance of...

Alexander McQueen: Blood Beneath the Skin is a deeply personal and poignant portrait of one of fashion's most visionary designers. Born into humble beginnings in East London, Alexander McQueen rose...

The Alexander Technique for Actors: A Practical Course by Penny O'Connor Discover a new way of performing with the Alexander Technique, a revolutionary approach that has transformed the lives of...

Alexander the Great and Persia From Conqueror to King of Asia by Joseph Stiles explores the complex relationship between Alexander the Great and his vast empire. Upon his return from India, Alexander...

Bob Alexander QC's memoir is a personal and reflective account of his life, spanning over six decades. From his early years to his later years as a respected lawyer, Alexander shares his experiences,...

Alexander I: The Tsar Who Defeated Napoleon A richly nuanced portrait of one of history's most pivotal figures, this biography sheds new light on Alexander I's tumultuous reign and his complex...

Alexander the Great: His Life and His Mysterious Death by Anthony Everitt is a magisterial revisionist portrait that reconstructs the life of one of history's greatest conquerors. With infectious...

Alexander the Great: The Anabasis and the Indica Alexander the Great's twelve-year reign transformed the world, spanning from the Danube to the Punjab and from Egypt to Uzbekistan. Arrian, a Greek...

Alexander Hamilton is a masterful biography that tells the full story of America's most misunderstood founding father. Born an illegitimate self-taught orphan from the Caribbean, Hamilton overcame...

Dan Alexander Audio A Vintage Odyssey reveals the history and origins of vintage recording gear. The book showcases over 450 full-color photographs and reprints of original sales brochures from the...

Five kingdoms are emerging from the shattered empire, each with its own ambitions and agendas. At the heart of the struggle is the young Herakles, the illegitimate son of Alexander, whose fate will...

Alexander Hamilton: Revolutionary by Martha Brockenbrough is a gripping biography that brings to life the incredible true story behind the Tony Award-winning musical. This account of a founding...

The Spectre of Alexander Wolf by Gaito Gazdanov A short story about a man's killing of a soldier, told from the victim's point of view, sets off a strange quest to find the elusive author. The story...

Alexander the Great A Very Short Introduction by Hugh Bowden This concise introduction to Alexander's life and legacy explores the evidence from his own time, including letters, diaries, and temple...

The Last Concerto by Sara Alexander is a captivating novel set in 1960s Sardinia. When Alba Fresu witnesses her father and brother kidnapped, her life is forever changed.As she navigates the...

A comprehensive biography of the influential mathematician Alexander Grothendieck, this English translation covers the first part of a four-volume work that explores his early life, family background...

Alexander von Humboldt was a man with a unique perspective on the world. As a child, he struggled to fit in with his peers, but it wasn't until he discovered his passion for collecting plants that he...

Alexander Pope's greatest works are collected in this Penguin Classics edition, featuring an introduction by Leo Damrosch. The collection spans Pope's lifetime, showcasing his poetic genius and...

Alexander the Great's empire was built in a remarkably short period, but its future was far from secure. After his death in 323 BC, his successors embarked on a forty-year struggle to carve up the...

Alexander the Great's empire, stretching from the Adriatic to modern-day India, was left to his two heirs, Philip III and Alexander IV, in a surprising joint kingship. However, six Macedonian...

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Alexander's day started with a misstep - literally. He went to sleep with gum in his mouth and woke up with gum in his hair. Things only...

The Class 55 Deltic locomotives, named after the Napier Deltic diesel engines that powered them, played a significant role on Britain's railways from the early 1960s until their retirement in 1982...

Alexander the Great A Life From Beginning to End A boy groomed for greatness from an early age, Alexander's life had a profound impact on the world. He achieved immortality in just ten years and his...

TiHKAL: The Continuation is a sequel to PiHKAL: A Chemical Love Story, offering a new perspective on the world of psychoactive substances. The book is divided into two parts, with the first section...

The Ancient Jews from Alexander to Muhammad by Seth Schwartz provides an accessible and up-to-date account of Jewish history during the millennium following Alexander the Great's conquest. By...

The Way to Vibrant Health: A Manual of Bioenergetic ExercisesOver 20 years of Bioenergetic body-psychotherapy techniques are presented in this manual, offering a unique approach to reducing muscular...

Alexander's early life was marked by turmoil and conflict. His mother, Olympias, and his father, King Philip of Macedon, fought for their son's loyalty, teaching him politics and vengeance from a...

Alexander the Great's life was marked by his extraordinary drive and ambition, leaving behind an empire that stretched from Greece to India. After his death at thirty-three, his legacy endured,...

The Meddlesome Friar and the Wayward Pope: A Study of Savonarola and Alexander VI This book tells the story of two men, Fra Girolamo Savonarola and Pope Alexander VI, who were brought together by...

Alexander the Great: Selections from Arrian provides accessible translations for GCSE students. The translated extracts are linked by commentaries that continue the narrative and discuss points in...

Alexander McCall Smith's Marvellous Mix-Ups is a bind-up edition of two exciting adventure mysteries. Spaghetti Tangle and Teacher Trouble are full of infectious fun, thanks to amazing illustrations...

The Circle of Fifths for Guitarists provides a comprehensive understanding of music theory, essential for any aspiring musician. This book explains how the Circle of Fifths works, allowing you to...

Cræft: An Inquiry into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional CraftsBy exploring the history of handmade goods, archaeologist and medieval historian Alex Langlands recovers our lost sense of...

Alexander Berkman was a twentieth-century American revolutionary driven by a fierce idealism. His actions were marked by a willingness to sacrifice himself for justice and civil rights, a trait...

Alexander McCall Smith's A Work of Beauty Edinburgh is a sumptuous new book that curates his own story of Scotland's capital city. Combining affectionate, incisive wit with stunning imagery drawn...

Alexander Calder: From the Stony River to the Sky This catalogue presents an ambitious presentation of over 80 pieces by one of the most influential artists of the twentieth century. Calder's work...

A murder takes place on the prestigious golf and country club in Chianti, where millionaire magnate Rex Hunter is found with his head bashed in. The case is a clear one, but retired DCI Dan Armstrong...

Travis Victor Alexander's life was marked by both incredible success and unimaginable tragedy. Born to parents struggling with addiction, he faced a childhood of poverty and neglect, yet found solace...

The Persian Boy, a Virago Modern Classic, is a groundbreaking novel that reimagines the last years of Alexander the Great's life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. Born as a boy and sold as a...

Alexander McQueen: The Story of the Iconic Brand The House of Alexander McQueen has been synonymous with drama, risk-taking and cutting-edge innovation since its creation in 1992. Through a carefully...

Alexander's empire was never meant to last. But after his sudden death, the struggle for power began. Murder is confirmed as the cause, but by whom? As former followers fight for control, alliances...

A mouse's journey to the moon is a tale of imagination and innovation. Torben Kuhlmann's book tells the story of a remarkable mouse who dared to dream big and push the boundaries of what was thought...

A collection of ten biographies tracing the history of Hellenistic Greece from Alexander's conquests to the arrival of Rome.These lives offer vivid portraits of politicians, rulers, and soldiers,...

Dan Armstrong is back in action as he investigates a murder at an isolated mountain-top campsite. When an old colleague reaches out for help, Dan agrees to lend a hand, despite the unusual location...

Alexander Graham Bell Level 3: A Story About Invention and Discovery Discover the story behind one of history's most famous inventions - the telephone. This National Geographic Primary Reader is part...

The Nikon Coolpix P950 Superzoom Digital Camera Guide is a comprehensive resource for photographers looking to get the most out of their camera. With over 300 full-color images, this guide explains...

Eliza Hamilton's life was marked by many roles: devoted wife, loving sister, caring mother, and generous philanthropist. Yet, her story remains lesser-known than that of her famous husband. This...