14 results for 'Bassey'

Shirley Bassey's remarkable journey from obscurity to international stardom is a story of transformation and resilience. In 1954, at just seventeen years old, she had all but given up on her dreams...

Nnimmo Bassey reflects on the struggles for environmental justice, climate justice and food sovereignty in Africa and globally over the past decade. The Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF) has...

Bassey Ikpi's powerful collection of essays explores her experiences with Bipolar II and anxiety throughout her life. Born in Nigeria in 1976, Bassey moved to Oklahoma at a young age, where she...

Owain Arwel Hughes: My Life in MusicThis autobiography offers an engaging and reflective account of a world-renowned orchestral conductor's life, from his childhood in Cardiff to his distinguished...

Scent of Water by Sinmisola Ogunyinka is a thought-provoking romance novel that explores themes of love, choices and fate. When a prisoner appears in a disturbing dream, paediatrician Esam Bassey's...

Discover the fascinating story of Britain's working men's clubs, a cultural phenomenon that shaped the country's social life.From their humble beginnings as teetotaler social reformer Reverend Henry...

Wales 100 Records is a comprehensive anthology of influential Welsh recording artists, showcasing their contributions to music across various genres and decades. The book features a diverse range of...

Experience the iconic James Bond theme songs in a new way with this easy-to-play piano sheet music collection. Featuring 16 timeless and iconic songs from over 50 years of cinema, this book is...

Little Leaders Bold Women in Black History by Vashti Harrison This book tells the stories of 40 trailblazing black women who changed the world. From scientists to singers, politicians to pioneers,...

The Music of James Bond by Jon Burlingame is a fascinating exploration of the cinematic soundtracks that accompany Ian Fleming's iconic Agent 007. This book delves into the surprising real-life drama...

The Sanest Guy in the Room: A Life in Lyrics by Don Black is a compelling memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the life and career of one of the most successful songwriters of all time. With...

David Starr's life is turned upside down when he's cast as Nancy in the school production of Oliver!. But David is ready for the challenge. Living with his colourful relatives in a three-bedroom...

The Sanest Guy in the Room: A Life in Lyrics is a compelling memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the life and career of songwriter Don Black. With a career spanning decades, Black has worked...

The autobiography of Boy George, the pop world's most controversial star, is a candid and entertaining account of his extraordinary life and times. Born into a working-class Irish family, George's...