900 results for 'Barba, Andrés'

Eduardo Mendoza's Las barbas del profeta is a personal and reflective exploration of his early fascination with literature. As a child, he studied the History of Sacred Texts, which sparked his love...

Rosa Barba's latest publication presents a progressive vision for the cinema of the future. Through her conceptual exploration of film, she devises new ways of thinking about composition and...

Henri Lachambre and Alexis Machuron's 2014 reprint of Andrée's Balloon Expedition in Search of the North Pole is a fascinating account of S. A. Andrée's 1897 attempt to reach the North Pole by...

Hardcover book by Enrique Vila-Matas and André Gabastou. Enrique Vila-Matas reflects on his literary career, tracing the origins of each of his books and offering an insight into his unique writing...

The Eighth Wonder of the World: The True Story of André the GiantA comprehensive biography that delves beyond the legend to reveal the life of André Roussimoff, a truly extraordinary figure who...

Pablo Picasso, André Salmon and Young French Painting explores the pivotal relationship between two influential figures in early 20th-century art. This revised translation of André Salmon's...

Retour de l' U.R.S.S. is a personal account of life inside Stalin's Soviet Union, written by French author André Gide in 1936. In this informal and insightful work, Gide shares his disillusionment...

Dom André Louf's spiritual journey is a complex and deeply personal one, marked by conflicting desires to serve in various ways. This biography, based on extensive interviews, printed sources, and...

Aircraft of the Luftwaffe Fighter Aces: A Chronicle in Photographs by Bernd Barbas is a comprehensive collection of images showcasing the Luftwaffe's most skilled fighter pilots and their aircraft...

The poems in Santa Tarantula offer a powerful and urgent voice to those who have been silenced. Jordan Pérez's debut collection explores ancient narratives, delves into Cuban history and identity,...

The Last Cuentista by Donna Barba Higuera is a gripping tale of survival and storytelling. After a comet destroys Earth, a small group of scientists and their children are chosen to journey to a new...

The Hechos Apócrifos de los Apóstoles. II: Hechos de Felipe ; Martirio de Pedro ; Hechos de Andrés y Mateo ; Martirio de Mateo ; Hechos de Pedro y Pablo ; ... de Nereo y Aquiles ; Martirio de Andrés...

Such Small Hands by Andrés Barba is a dark and unsettling tale that will leave you with an uncanny feeling. This literary perfection is not for the faint of heart, but for those who appreciate the...

Andrée Blouin's autobiography is a powerful account of her journey as an African revolutionary. Born in French Equatorial Africa and abandoned at a young age, Blouin's early life was marked by...

Mandy is a heartwarming story about a young girl's quest for a home. After discovering a tiny cottage in the woods, Mandy works tirelessly to make it her own, even if it means taking small risks and...

A Luminous Republic by Andrés Barba is a gripping tale of a city on the brink of collapse. When thirty-two mysterious children arrive, seemingly born of the jungle, the city's inhabitants are thrown...

Selling Short by Pamela Turton tells the story of Barba, a woman feeling unfulfilled in her life. On holiday in Turkey, she meets Atek, a young waiter who sparks her interest.After a chance encounter...

A Web of Our Own Making: The Nature of Digital Formation by Antón Barba-Kay explores how online practices are transforming our lives in ways we may not even notice. Digital technology is often seen...

Roy Thomas's Barbarian Life: Volume Three is a comprehensive biography and analysis of Conan the Barbarian's comic-book life. From 1970 to 1980, Roy Thomas wrote about Conan's adventures in Marvel...

Barbarian Life: A Literary Biography of Conan the Barbarian (Volume 1) by Roy Thomas tells the story behind the creation of one of comic book history's most iconic characters.The author, Roy Thomas,...

Conan the Barbarian's comic-book life is told in this definitive biography and analysis by Roy Thomas. From 1970 to 1980, Thomas wrote about Conan's adventures, including his gigantic melancholies...

Brother André: Friend of the Suffering, Apostle of Saint Joseph This new edition of Brother André's biography features a photo insert, an introduction by the author, and a foreword by the...

The next novel in the Ice Planet Barbarians series is now available in a special print edition with an exclusive bonus epilogue. Hassen and Maddie's unlikely relationship is fraught with challenges,...

John André: The Redcoat Who Turned Benedict Arnold A gripping biography of John André, head of British secret services in North America during the Revolutionary War. In 1780, André masterminded the...

Harlow's life takes an unexpected turn when she meets Rukh, a mysterious stranger who has been living alone on his own planet. Despite initial reservations, Harlow soon discovers that there is more...

On the ice planet, Lila's world is turned upside down. She finds herself at the mercy of one of the strangers who has taken her away from her sister.A new hero emerges in this desperate situation,...

This 2021 edition of "Barbary Bo; a Story of the Barbary Pirates" by Reginald Wright Kauffman has been carefully proofread and republished to ensure a high-quality reading experience. The work is now...

Queen of Swords: A Barbaric Tale by Michael Moreci is a fantasy adventure that brings together three powerful women with unique skills. Serra, Ka, and Deadheart are united in their quest to track...

Axe-wielding barbarian Ulrich seeks vengeance against those who destroyed his home and killed his family. His quest leads him to form an unlikely alliance with Tau, a freed African slave, Ima, a...

BARBARIC Vol. 1 Murderable Offenses is now available in trade paperback.Owen the Barbarian has been cursed to do good with what remains of his life, and his bloodthirsty companion Axe has become his...

Barbara's War - The Middle Years is the second book in a three-book series. As the phony war ends and Hitler begins his rampage through Europe, Barbara Sinclair finds herself on an unexpected path...

On the ice planet, rogue slavers have captured a tribe, leaving only two individuals unscathed: a human with limited skills and an alien who is as silent as he is attractive. Forced to form a rescue...

Fangbone! Third-Grade Barbarian is a humorous graphic novel about a new student at Eastwood Elementary. Fangbone is a barbarian warrior from another world, tasked with keeping a deadly weapon away...

Tau Barbarians of Rome Book Two by James. Walker is set in the 4th century A.D., a time of great change and upheaval in Africa. The story follows Tau, a former prince of Ghana, as he embarks on a...

Vegetables Unleashed: A Cookbook by José Andrés and Matt Goulding is a vibrant cookbook that celebrates the diversity and versatility of vegetables. Chef José Andrés shares his vision for cooking...

The Egg of Misery Fangbone, Third Grade Barbarian is a hilarious graphic novel suited to readers of action-packed adventures. Class 3G's new class pet from Fangbone's home world - an unhatched egg of...

The Duke of Oswestry's life is turned upside down when he is threatened with a scandal that could ruin his reputation. A beautiful but duplicitous woman, Lady Marlene, claims she is pregnant and...

Raduan Nassar's Ancient Tillage is a powerful coming-of-age novel that explores the complexities of family life and identity. Set against the backdrop of a rural Brazilian farm, the story follows...

This in-depth analysis explores the development of Pan-Africanism in Barbados during the 20th century. By examining the major socio-political formations that emerged, including the Universal Negro...

Daily Splashes of Joy 365 Gems to Sparkle Your Day by Barbara Johnson Find joy in every day with this uplifting devotional. Barbara Johnson shares her own experiences and insights, along with jokes,...

This collection brings together four thought-provoking science fiction stories from Tom Godwin. For The Cold Equations, Space Prison, The Nothing Equation and Cry from a Far Planet are joined by two...

Discover a holistic approach to vibrant health with Dr. Barbara Inspired 15 Day Gut Cleanse. This comprehensive guide offers a 15-day meal plan and 101 gut-cleansing recipes to detoxify, heal, and...

Alec Wilkinson's "The Ice Balloon" is a gripping account of one man's extraordinary attempt to reach the North Pole by balloon. In 1930, Andrée set off in a bold bid to conquer the most inhospitable...

Set in a long-abandoned village in the Pyrenees, this novel tells the story of Andrés, the last remaining inhabitant. His memories of life in Ainielle are haunted by the tragic events that led to its...

A debut novel of extraordinary scope and confidence, Barbarians is a fresh and contemporary exploration of love, art, and politics. Set against the backdrop of late capitalism's crisis in 2008, the...

Barbarella, a timeless Erotic Sci-Fi series, is now collected in a brand new English-language adaptation. The story follows Barbarella, a fierce warrior, as her spaceship breaks down and she finds...

The first comprehensive monograph on My Barbarian, a groundbreaking collective of performers, offers new insights into their theatrical art and social commitments. This publication charts the group's...

Set in the twilight years of Rome's once powerful empire, The Barbarian is a gripping historical novel. AD 406, Roman cavalry commander Marcus Flavius Victor and a small band of loyal warriors embark...

Twenty years ago, five master criminals known as the Demon Princes raided Mount Pleasant to enslave thousands of inhabitants in the lawless Beyond. Now Morwen Sabine, a daughter of captives, has...

On the ice planet, a human woman named Kira has made a promise to herself: she'll remain single. But when Aehako, an alien with a flirtatious nature, enters her life, her resolve is put to the test...

Josie has always dreamed of finding her soulmate, but when she's chosen by the hunter, she's surprised to find that he's not what she expected. Haeden is the most cranky and disapproving male alien...

Conan the Barbarian: The Official Story of the Film is a comprehensive retrospective of the making of the 1982 film, featuring new interviews with cast and crew, behind-the-scenes photography, and...

The Greedy Barbarian is a heart-wrenching tale of a young family's desperate search for sanctuary and kindness. When Bekunda and her toddler son, Kayibanda, cross an international border, they are...

Abducted by aliens and left to survive on an ice planet is not the worst thing that could happen to Georgie Carruthers. In fact, it's just the beginning of her adventure.When ship trouble forces the...

A bittersweet and hilarious novel about a marriage whose decades-old routine is suddenly upended. When Walter's wife can't get out of bed anymore, everything changes. With biting humor and great...

Spring 1814 marks the end of a long and exhausting journey for HMS Tenacious, as she sets course for England after four years of service in North America. However, their return is soon disrupted by a...

Years after the events of Independencia, Melchor Marín is no longer a policeman but works as a librarian and lives with his daughter Cosette, now an adolescent. When Cosette discovers that her father...

This collection of texts celebrates the life and work of Barbara Wright, a pioneering translator who introduced English-speaking readers to some of the most innovative French literature of the 20th...

Stephen Fletcher's life was forever changed when he was captured by Tripoli's Barbary pirates. Enslaved and then assigned to guard the Pasha's harem, he lived in constant fear of being discovered as...

Civilization or Barbarism challenges traditional views of history, offering a fresh perspective on the African and world experience.Written from an Afrocentric viewpoint, this book reconsiders the...

Conan the Barbarian: The Official Motion Picture Adaptation brings to life the iconic literary antihero in this official novelization of the seminal fantasy film. Written by two of the most famous...

Barbara's War by Fenella J Miller is a gripping tale of a young woman in wartime changing the course of her life. As war rages over Europe, Barbara Sinclair finds herself desperate to escape from her...

The Barbarian Nurseries by Héctor Tobar is a panoramic social novel that offers a unique perspective on Los Angeles. Set against the backdrop of Southern California's diverse communities, this novel...

The Alchemists of Barbal by David Clement-Davies is a gripping fantasy novel set in the city of Barbal. Mardak the Dark, the ruthless Lord Alchemist, has seized his opponent Ogog and holds him...

Arctic Sketchbooks by Barbara Rae CBE RA These vibrant sketchbooks capture the breathtaking landscapes of the Arctic Circle, where Scottish artist Barbara Rae spent three journeys in 2015, 2016 and...

The Magistrate's world is one of quiet desperation, where the boundaries between order and chaos are constantly blurred. As the years pass, the tiny frontier settlement he governs becomes...

Tiffany's life on the ice planet is one of attention and expectation. As the most popular girl, she's surrounded by alien men eager to impress her. But beneath her smile, she longs for solitude and a...

The Fall of RJR Nabisco: A Gripping Account of Corporate Greed and Power. In October 1988, the largest corporate takeover in American history took place, marked by brazen displays of ego and greed...

Thorgal and his companions have been captured by slavers while attempting to cross the desert. Sold as fodder for a cruel blood game, Thorgal turns the tables on their captors, earning his own...

This 1914 work by G. K. Chesterton offers a unique perspective on the tumultuous period in European history that led to World War I.Chesterton's writing career was marked by diversity and prolific...

The Barbarization of Warfare by George Kassimeris explores the human capacity for brutality and indiscriminate excess in warfare. This phenomenon has been witnessed throughout history, from World War...

Twelve humans are stranded on a wintry alien planet. I'm one of them. To survive, we have to take on a symbiont that rewrites our bodies to live in this harsh environment. My cootie - the symbiont's...

Becoming a Barbarian challenges the notion that modern men should think like "citizens of the world", instead embracing a sense of tribal connection and community. In this follow-up to The Way of...

When a devastating accident causes Pashov to forget his mate, Stacy will stop at nothing to make her family whole again. But as he struggles to regain his memories, their relationship is put to the...

At the start of the first millennium AD, southern and western Europe formed part of the vast Roman Empire, which dominated western Eurasia. By 1000, however, Mediterranean control had been lost, and...

Rosa Luxemburg: Socialism or Barbarism: Selected Writings offers a comprehensive overview of her influential ideas and activism. Spanning topics such as capitalism, socialism, globalisation,...

The story of Adidas and Puma's founding is a fascinating tale of sibling rivalry and entrepreneurial spirit. Adi and Rudi Dassler's shoe business, which began in their mother's laundry room, achieved...

The Barbarians Arrive Today: Poems & Prose by Constantine C.P. and Constantine CavafyThis collection presents the finest poems, short creative prose, and autobiographical writings of Constantine...

It's 1977 and youth unemployment is at an all-time high. Paul, Jan and Louis are struggling to cope with their circumstances, feeling demoralized by the hand they've been dealt.The play crackles with...

For women who want to earn a six-figure income, Barbara Stanny reveals the seven key strategies that have helped high-earning females succeed. Through extensive research and hundreds of interviews,...

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Born to a teenage single mother in a single-wide trailer, Demon Copperhead is a boy with no assets beyond his dead father's good looks and copper-colored hair,...

What the Dead Know is a deeply personal and unflinchingly honest account of life as a New York City death investigator. Barbara Butcher's remarkable story spans over two decades, during which she...

Green Pharmacy: The History and Evolution of Western Herbal MedicineThis comprehensive account of herbal medicine spans from prehistoric times to the present, highlighting the enduring value of...

Nicholas Cynster rides into Aisby Grange with a mission to secure the prized stallion, The Barbarian. However, his plans are soon derailed when the stallion is nowhere to be found. Lady Adriana...

Barbara Throws A Wobbler is a heartwarming story about a young girl's struggle to manage her emotions. When Barbara's day starts to go wrong, she finds herself in a very bad mood.With the help of her...

Colorful painterly studies of the Scottish border landscapes from Barbara Rae have been an important part of her artistic output for decades. Drawing inspiration from the complex natural environment...

Conan the Barbarian is a world of chaos and destruction, where empires rise and fall and warriors fight for survival. At its centre is Conan, a legendary hero who has fought his way to become King of...

The Lonely Ones by Håkan Nesser In 1969, six young people from different backgrounds came together in Uppsala, Sweden, forming strong bonds that would last a lifetime. A summer trip through Eastern...

Sweden 2012. A cold case from five years earlier has Inspector Gunnar Barbarotti returning to work after a personal tragedy. The investigation involves Arnold Morinder, an electrician who disappeared...

The poems in Best Barbarian roam across the literary and social landscape, exploring themes of identity, freedom, and human connection. Daring and formally elegant, this collection asks profound...

Barbara's War - The Resolution is the final part of a three-book series. While it can be enjoyed as a standalone novel, reading the books in order provides the best overall experience. As Barbara...

Take your bridge game to the next level with expert advice from Barbara Seagram. This comprehensive guide covers all aspects of the game, including bidding, play and defense, offering practical tips...

Operation Barbarossa 1941: A Comprehensive Account of Hitler's Invasion of the Soviet Union. The largest military campaign in history, Operation Barbarossa was launched by Nazi Germany in June 1941,...

Barbara is in a very bad mood. She won't admit it, but she is. A problem with a sock and a strange pea at lunchtime are just the beginning of her frustrations. Even with friends around, things start...

The Man from Barbarossa by John Gardner is a gripping espionage thriller that pits James Bond against time. When a suspected Nazi war criminal's trial is delayed, each passing day brings more death...

Doña Barbara A Novel by Rómulo Gallegos is a masterful tale set against the stunning backdrop of the Venezuelan prairie. This 1929 novel explores the conflict between town and country, violence and...

The film Wanda (1970) has become a cult classic, captivating artists and audiences alike with its unique blend of fiction and fact. For acclaimed French writer Nathalie Léger, the mystery surrounding...

Facundo (Letras Hispanicas) by Domingo Faustino Sarmiento is a biography that blends history and narrative to focus on the life of Juan Facundo Quiroga, the most infamous leader of Argentina's civil...

The Lonely Ones by Håkan Nesser is a gripping mystery that follows a chilling case from 1969 to its shocking conclusion. Six young people arrive in Uppsala, Sweden, and form an unlikely bond over the...

Terry Jones' Barbarians offers a fresh perspective on Roman history, challenging traditional views of the barbarian groups that interacted with Rome. By examining the cultures and achievements of the...