98 results for 'Bartel, Sybil'

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...

Sybil Ludington's Midnight Ride by Marsha Amstel is a gripping account of one girl's bravery during the American Revolution. On a stormy night in April 1777, Sybil sets out to warn American soldiers...

Sybil Ludington believes in the legend of fireflies - they appear when you need them most. But it's not until her family is thrust into the dangers of the Revolutionary War that Sybil experiences...

Sybille Bedford: An Appetite for Life A fascinating and intimate biography of writer Sybille Bedford, born into aristocratic German parents in 1911. Her life was marked by significant events,...

This collection brings together some of the rarest fantasy and horror stories from Clark Ashton Smith's pen. Among the included tales are "The White Sybil," "Chinoiserie," and "The Raja and the Tiger...

Sybil & Cyril Cutting Through Time by Jenny Uglow is a fascinating biography that delves into the lives of two artists who changed each other in an era of experimentation and turmoil. Their story,...

Sybil: A Novel of Two Nations Benjamin Disraeli's Sybil is a thought-provoking novel that explores the stark contrast between England's privileged elite and its impoverished working classes. Written...

Sybil & Cyril Cutting Through Time by Jenny Uglow is a gripping and mysterious love story that sheds light on British culture between the wars. In 1922, architect Cyril Power left his family to work...

Sybil, Or, The Two Nations is a thought-provoking novel that sheds light on the stark contrasts between Victorian England's social classes. Published in 1845, it sparked a significant conversation...

The solitary discipline of a single life, dedicated to the present moment, is a powerful force. In Vagabond 37, Takehiko Inoue explores the intersection of two seemingly incompatible ways of living,...

Sybil: A woman with sixteen separate personalities struggled for mental stability and happiness. Her story, told in collaboration with her psychiatrist Dr. Cornelia Wilbur, is a gripping account of...

Sybil Exposed: A New Perspective on Multiple Personality Disorder. Journalist Debbie Nathan reveals the truth behind the famous multiple personality case that captivated the nation in 1973. Contrary...

Sybil in Her Own Words: The Untold Story of Shirley Mason and her Multiple Personalities and Paintings. In 1993, Dr. Patrick Suraci discovered that Sybil was actually Shirley Mason, a woman who had...

Hardcover: 248 pages, published 2024. This book offers a unique perspective on Adolf Hitler's life, focusing on his connection to the Hintersee region in southern Germany. Gerhard Bartels, who still...

Beautifully illustrated and bound in hardcover, this edition of Anne of Green Gables is a must-have for any child's library. Featuring gorgeous artwork by Sybil Tawse, it brings to life the story of...

Bartels' Catalogue And Reference List Of The United States Stamped Envelopes, Wrappers, Letter Sheets And Postal Cards Also Those Of The Philippines, Porto Rico And Cuba is a significant work that...

In Love and War: The Story of a Family's Ordeal and Sacrifice During the Vietnam Years by James B. Stockdale is a gripping account of a Medal of Honor recipient and his family's experiences during...

Scandalous by Sybil Bartel is a gripping standalone novel that delves into the world of Hollywood glamour and high-stakes security. As a former Marine, the protagonist has been hired to protect a...

Sybil Delafield's coach was robbed by highwaymen, setting her up for an unexpected life at Croft Towers. As companion to Mrs. Chalcroft, Sybil becomes embroiled in a web of secrets and deception...

After being jilted at the altar, Sybil finds solace in her knitting obsession and fills her home with an array of colourful creations. But when she discovers a potential career mistake, Sybil decides...

The Earl's Unexpected Legacy Nicholas Fairchild is still adjusting to his new role as Earl of Penbrose, a position he never expected to hold. His mother has asked him to host a house party, and...

A mysterious and sinister presence lurks in this haunting tale. Sybil receives a baby dolly as a gift, but it brings only darkness and despair. When her sister dies under mysterious circumstances,...

Sybil Macindoe's life was marked by suffering and tragedy. Born prematurely in Tehran in 1978, her early years were cut short when she died at the age of 18 from complications related to Obsessive...

Sybil Jason's autobiography offers a unique glimpse into the life of one of Hollywood's most talented child stars. With over 100 rare photos from her personal collection, this memoir provides an...

A mysterious death at a country estate sets off a chain of events that threatens to derail a high-profile wedding. When personal chef Kelley Lindsell is found dead, her fiancée Sybil is left reeling...

Democracy Erodes from the Top: Leaders, Citizens, and the Challenge of Populism in EuropeBy Larry M. Bartels, Princeton University Press (2023)This book challenges conventional wisdom about the state...

The Absinthe Underground by Jamie Pacton is a lavish and decadent sapphic friends-to-lovers romantic fantasy that will leave you enchanted. After running away from home, Sybil Clarion finds herself...

The Moor in Early Modern England: A Study of Race and Identity. In the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries, the figure of the Moor became a central character on the English stage, taking...

In Colombia's tumultuous recent past, an unlikely pair has emerged as drivers of change: Christianity and access to credit. Rebecca C. Bartel explores how surging evangelical conversions and...

Democracy for Realists: Why Elections Do Not Produce Responsive Government challenges the traditional view of democratic politics and government. Drawing on social-scientific evidence, Christopher...

Praying in Color: Drawing a New Path to God Expanded and Enhanced Edition by Sybil MacBethThis revised edition of Praying in Color invites you to experience prayer in a new way, using the right side...

Auschwitz: A History by Sybille Steinbacher The story of Auschwitz is one of unimaginable horror and industrial scale. In this concise yet powerful account, Sybille Steinbacher explores how the Nazi...

The Pantomime Murders: A Totally Addictive Christmas Cozy Murder Mystery by Fiona Veitch Smith is a gripping historical crime novel set in 1929. When a young actress from the touring pantomime of...

The Haunting of Stoke Water by Elizabeth Andrews is a chilling mystery that follows two psychic sisters as they uncover the truth behind a malevolent ghost attack on a small child. Still recovering...

The Snow and the Works on the Northern Line by Ruth Thomas is a darkly humorous tale about love, loss, and forgiveness. Sybil's life is turned upside down when her boyfriend is seduced by her former...

The Autumnal: The Complete Series by Daniel Kraus A haunting vision of America's most beautiful autumn, this series follows Kat Somerville and her daughter Sybil as they try to settle into a new life...

Christian poetry has its roots in the cultural exchange of late antiquity, where Greek, Hebrew, Roman, and Syrian influences converged. This unique blend gave rise to a distinct Christian poetry-and...

Sybil and Blake Gregory's life takes an unexpected turn when they move into a grand Pacific Heights mansion in San Francisco. The house has a rich history, having been previously occupied by the...

Summer's Secret Marigold by Kirsty Ferry is a story about two people who run competing arts centres in Cornwall. Sybill Helyer and Coren Penhaligon get along well, but their professional relationship...

Sybille Bedford's A Visit to Don Otavio is a thought-provoking exploration of Mexico's complexities. Bedford's candid account of her travel experiences, including encounters with insects and confined...

Glimpses of Her Father's Glory: Deification and Divine Light in Longfellow's Evangeline by Timothy E. G. Bartel Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's Evangeline has long been a beloved poem, inspiring...

Sybil Vandeleur's life was turned upside down when she was kidnapped and taken to the Kingdom of Shadowvale. Charged with treason against the crown, she is forced to navigate a treacherous world...

The universe of Mundodisco returns in this latest installment. Commander Sam Vimes is a policeman at heart, and even on vacation, he can't resist doing his job. His wife, Lady Sybil, has finally...

A man has built a life of quiet perfection. Philip Quinn's career is thriving and his home overlooks the Inner Harbour, a tranquil oasis from his past. But when his adopted brother Seth appears,...

This guide for teen girls offers practical advice and inspiration on building strong friendships.Written by Cathy Bartel, who has supported one of America's largest youth ministries, this book...

Plantas tropicales : ornamentales y útiles by Andreas Bärtels is a comprehensive guide to tropical plants, exploring their ornamental and practical uses.First published in 2004, this edition features...

In 1960, Penguin Books was charged with publishing obscene material after releasing an unexpurgated edition of D.H. Lawrence's Lady Chatterley's Lover. This trial became one of the most famous of the...

The War ArtistA poignant and powerful novel about a young woman's journey as a war artist during World War II.After winning a coveted assignment, Sybil Paige sets out to capture the stories of women...

Broken Promises: One Family's Journey Through Alcoholism to Reconciliation is a heart-wrenching account of one woman's struggle with addiction and its devastating impact on her family.The story is...

Discover a previously unpublished work by Robert J. Stoller, one of psychoanalysis's most eloquent writers on sex.A manuscript had been languishing in a publishing queue for years, awaiting the...

Beneath the Deep Blue Sky by Rob Bartel is a thought-provoking drama that explores what it means to be human in the age of technology. Written for the stage, this piece weaves together diverse...

Outside her window, snowflakes dance and twirl in the garden. For Poppy, they become something magical - Snow Children.Their wintry kingdom beckons, and with it, a party hosted by the Snow Queen. A...

Reform Acts: Chartism, Social Agency, and the Victorian Novel, 1832-1867This study explores how Victorian novels imagined social agency in response to the Reform Acts of the time. By examining both...

A Favourite of the Gods by Sybille Bedford is a novel that begins with an unexpected event on a train journey in Italy. Constanza, accompanied by her young daughter Flavia, makes a decision that will...

When a century-old mansion in Pacific Heights becomes their new home, Sybil and Blake Gregory are given a unique gift: the chance to experience the past and present collide. The elegant mansion, with...

Australian crime reporter Maddie Grey finds herself in unfamiliar territory when she's sent to New York. Her miserable mood is soon overshadowed by her powerful and enigmatic boss, Elena Bartell, who...

Pleasures and Landscapes is a collection of eight essays by Sybille Bedford, recounting her travels through Europe from 1948 to 1978. During this period, she wrote for various magazines, including...

Loitering with Intent: The Apprentice Volume 2 is a memoir by Peter O'Toole that recounts his time as a drama student at RADA in London's 1950s. This period coincided with significant moments in...

Mass Politics in Tough Times: Opinions, Votes and Protest in the Great RecessionThis book examines how ordinary voters responded to the economic crisis of 2008, contrasting their actions with policy...

Dougal Daley Where's My Tarantula? by Jackie Marchant is a humorous story about a pet tarantula named Sybil that has been stolen. Someone is demanding money in exchange for her safe return, and...

After the Bloodwood Staff by Laura E. Goodin is a subversive and unexpected adventure that playfully pokes fun at genre conventions.A chance encounter in a used bookstore sets off a chain of events...

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this heartwarming story follows three women as they find strength and sanctuary in each other.In 1942, two women from London arrive at Mary Vale, a haven for...

The Cunning Man In the village of Bindon, a centuries-old legend continues to cast a shadow. The enigmatic figure known as the Cunning Man is said to haunt the area, and recent discoveries have...

Violin & Cello is a heartwarming picture book about making music with friends. Two young musicians discover the secret to who is practising in the apartment next door, and their story celebrates the...

This heartwarming novel tells the story of a group of women who come together to form a book club in rural Australia. In 1978, life is challenging, but Sybil Baxter's initiative brings people...

Unlock the Power of Your Senses in the Kitchen Sybil Kapoor's comprehensive guide to cooking reveals how our five senses work together to create amazing meals. By understanding the fundamental...

Natasha Romanoff's story is one of deception and transformation. From Soviet assassin to Super Hero, her journey is marked by fearlessness and formidability in the world of espionage. This book...

Discover the often-overlooked contributions of women to America's fight for independence. This engaging collection of biographical profiles shines a light on 19 remarkable girls and women who played...

A psychological thriller that explores the complexities of love and desire. When Philip Bartels seeks advice from his old friend Peter Harding about his troubled marriage, he unwittingly sets them...

Real Parents, Real Children: A Guide to Parenting the Adopted Child This book offers valuable insights into how adopted children think and feel about their adoption at different ages. Holly van...

The Light Years by Elizabeth Jane Howard In this captivating first novel in the Cazalet Chronicles series, Elizabeth Jane Howard masterfully weaves together the intricate lives of an aristocratic...

Autumn 1942 has come to an end, but for many families, its impact is still felt. For the Maguire sisters, Sybil and Maudie, joining the WAAFs marks a new chapter in their lives. As they embark on...

A Liverpool saga from bestselling author Maureen Lee tells the story of two women and their secrets. In 1920, on a stormy September night, they give birth to daughters in the same house, setting the...

Action Research in Policy Analysis: Critical and Relational Approaches to Sustainability Transitions by Koen P R Bartels and Julia M Wittmayer explores how action research can be used to produce...

Sybille Bedford's Quicksands A Memoir is a deeply personal and evocative account of her life. Spanning several decades, from 1956 to the present day, this memoir takes readers on a journey through...

The bold graphic images made by artists affiliated with Vorticism, British Futurism, and the Grosvenor School of Modern Art capture the optimism and anxiety of early twentieth-century Britain. This...

The Complete Fawlty Towers by John Cleese and Connie Booth is a comprehensive collection of the scripts from this iconic British comedy series. This unexpurgated edition brings together all the...

A Crust to Die For by Toni LoTempio is a culinary cozy mystery that follows food critic and blogger Tiffany Austin as she investigates a murder at a pizza baking contest in her Southern home town...

The Colour Storm In 16th-century Venice, the pursuit of art and ambition is a perilous game. When a wealthy merchant discovers a mysterious new pigment, he sets in motion a chain of events that will...

The Complete Fawlty Towers is the unexpurgated scripts of one of the most celebrated comedy series ever. For the first time published in its entirety, this collection includes illustrations and will...

Dawson Blackhorse has been running from his past for years, but when he arrives in Sawyer, Idaho, he's forced to confront everything he lost. His presence in the small town sets off a chain of events...

Global Diversity Management: A Fusion of Ideas, Stories and Practice by Mustafa F. Özbilgin, Fiona Bartels-Ellis, and Paul Gibbs explores how global organisations manage Equality, Diversity and...

The Great British Vegetable Cookbook by Sybil Kapoor is a beautifully presented guide to cooking with vegetables. With 154 simple and modern recipes, this book is divided into four seasons,...

Gloria Campbell's life is forever changed by a single violent act when she is just sixteen years old. Fleeing her hometown with her younger sister, Gloria seeks a new life in Kingston, Jamaica, as...

A souvenir from a fictional hotel, this notepad is a unique addition to any desk or workspace. Made to the specifications of Sybil, it's a reminder of a stay at 16 Elwood Avenue, where the...

Witches and Demons: A Comparative Perspective on Witchcraft and Satanism by Jean Sybil La Fontaine explores the intersection of expert and lay understandings of evil, revealing how cultural forms of...

Brian Bartels' The United States of Cocktails is a comprehensive exploration of America's diverse cocktail culture. This engaging book delves into the stories behind iconic drinks, featuring over 100...

Bilateral and Regional Trade Agreements: Volume 1 Commentary and Analysis by Simon Lester, Bryan Mercurio, Lorand Bartels provides an in-depth analysis of the growing trend of bilateral and regional...

In the tenth volume of a set of Inspector Alleyn mysteries, Ngaio Marsh presents a gripping tale of murder, deceit, and family secrets. Chief Superintendent Alleyn is tasked with ensuring the...

Life in 1920s Liverpool is secure and comfortable for the Jenkins sisters, Gloria and Betty. Their father, Harry, is often away, but Sal is a capable and warm-hearted mother. Gloria's life is turned...

A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens is a gripping novel set in London and Paris during the tumultuous years leading up to the French Revolution. This uncharacteristic work for Dickens lacks comic...

Muses No More: Portraits of Occult Women is a fascinating exploration of the lives and work of female occultists from different eras. This book brings to light women who have been overlooked in...

The Triumph of Broken Promises: The End of the Cold War and the Rise of Neoliberalism By Fritz Bartel Harvard University Press, 2022 A pivotal moment in modern history was marked by the economic...

Towns in Tudor and Stuart Britain by Sybil Jack provides a comprehensive examination of urban history in Britain during the 16th and 17th centuries. By exploring various aspects of urban development,...

A Crisis Reassessed: Democracy in Europe Today The current state of democracy in Western Europe is marked by a sense of crisis, with rising right-wing populist parties and concerns about...

Robert Bungey DFC was a highly decorated RAF officer who played a pivotal role in the Battle of Britain. His remarkable story is one of bravery, sacrifice and tragedy.Bungey's distinguished career...

Teaching the Moving Child offers elementary educators a practical guide to integrating occupational therapy strategies into their teaching practice. With nearly 35 years of classroom experience,...

Sybil's next-door neighbour seems ordinary enough, but she can't shake the feeling that something is off about him. It's not until an unlikely parking ticket sets him free from his mundane routine...