7947 results for 'Bloomsbury Academic'

Academic Writing Skills for International Students by Siew Hean Read is a comprehensive guide designed to help non-native English speakers develop essential writing skills for university-level...

Writing essays, reports, presentations, papers or dissertations is a significant part of most undergraduate and taught postgraduate degree courses. To make this process easier and more effective,...

Queer Bloomsbury brings together a wide-ranging collection of writings that explore the cultural, ideological, and aesthetic facets of Bloomsbury's development as a queer intellectual and aesthetic...

The Bloomsbury Photographs by Maggie Humm is a unique collection of intimate photographs that reveal the private lives of key figures from the Bloomsbury Group. These photographs, preserved in albums...

Bloomsbury in 50 Buildings explores the area's rich and colourful history through its architectural treasures. This guide takes you on a journey through the district's wonderful squares, Georgian...

The Bloomsbury Look by Wendy Hitchmough explores the distinctive aesthetic of the influential Bloomsbury Group. Through an intimate and novel examination of their visual narratives, the author delves...

The Bloomsbury Handbook to the Digital Humanities offers a comprehensive re-examination of key debates and methods in the digital humanities. Spanning 43 essays from leading scholars and...

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Japanese Religions provides an in-depth exploration of Japan's diverse spiritual landscape. Covering topics from Buddhism and Shintoism to modern spirituality and cultural...

The Bloomsbury Group by Frances Spalding A union of friends who transformed British culture with their approach to art, design and society, 'The Bloomsbury Group' was a powerful force in shaping the...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Locke offers a comprehensive and accessible resource for understanding John Locke's life and work, as well as his key concepts and enduring influence. Written by a team of...

The Bloomsbury Companion to M. A. K. Halliday is an authoritative overview of the life and work of Michael Alexander Kirkwood Halliday, a leading figure in linguistics and pioneer of systemic...

Daisy and Liberty are two bored sisters living in a small village surrounded by Dartmoor's rugged landscape. Their most exciting adventure is riding their BMX bikes around the local abandoned quarry,...

Ben's grandpa's house is haunted by a ghost with cobweb trails and a heartbeat that taps out a rhythm.A spooky comedy from Chris Powling, this story features hilarious black-and-white illustrations...

The Bloomsbury Handbook to Sylvia Plath brings together over 25 leading scholars to explore the life and work of one of the most important poets of the 20th century. This comprehensive collection...

A beautifully retold Greek myth for young readers. When the world was new and the gods ruled Earth, a large wooden chest was sent to a newly-married couple with a warning not to open it. Curiosity...

Taliesin: A Magical Retelling of a Welsh Legend On the most magical day of the year, an unlikely baby is found floating in the river. But this is no ordinary child - Taliesin possesses extraordinary...

Shakespeare's influence extended far beyond his plays to the minds and works of a remarkable group of individuals. For the Bloomsbury Group, Shakespeare was a constant presence, a creative benchmark...

Hal has a dream of working as a gardener in King Henry's palace in Whitehall. But when he stumbles upon a royal party, he'll have to prove to the king that he's not a spy. This historical tale, set...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Socrates offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the philosophy of this influential Greek thinker. With 13 different sections covering key topics such as...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Political Philosophy provides a comprehensive guide to contemporary political philosophy. This authoritative work covers a range of pressing themes and topics in the...

A dark and stormy night sets the stage for this atmospheric retelling of Shakespeare's Macbeth. Two men encounter three witches who foretell their futures, one promising a royal future as king, the...

Webcomics: A Critical Guide By Sean Kleefeld, published 25 June 2020 by Bloomsbury Academic. This comprehensive guide explores the diverse world of online comics, covering its history, form and key...

Granny Ting Ting is a humorous story about a young girl named Shayla who visits her cousin Michael in London. Shayla is excited to see Michael again, but Michael thinks that London is better than...

Emmie's school is having a big sports day and everyone has to choose an event to take part in. She's not sure what to do, but she's worried that she'll come in last.This fun story from author Jane...

A spooky school-set mystery awaits in "The Thing in the Basement". When strange happenings occur in Scott's new school, only one person can control the mysterious force: Mr Crawley. With flashes and...

Detective Dan is a humorous mystery about a school comedy where a boy teams up with his best friend to solve a puzzle. When Dan gets into trouble for being untidy, he and Billy search for clues to...

The intellectual heart of nineteenth-century London was Bloomsbury. This vibrant quarter was home to a community of reformers who championed education, emancipation, and health for all. Drawing on...

Bloomsbury CPD Library Senior Leadership by Jon Tait is a practical guide for aspiring senior leaders in schools. As an experienced Deputy Headteacher, Tait shares his expertise to help teachers...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Pragmatism provides a comprehensive overview of this philosophical tradition, exploring its diverse range of ideas and debates. Covering 12 key subject areas, including...

Harry's House of Invention is a quirky comedy about a family of inventors. When Harry breaks his arm, his mum installs a special invention to help him move around. But to everyone's surprise, Harry's...

Aggie needs to get a present for her Mum's birthday and has found the perfect piece of amber. But getting it may be harder than she thought, especially when a wild boar appears. This exciting...

Bulbul would much rather sit at home under the mango tree than go to work as a barber. Everyone in the village agrees he's the worst barber in the world. But his wife Ruby has a clever plan to earn...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Holocaust Literature is a comprehensive reference resource for scholars and students of Holocaust writing. This volume brings together leading experts in the field with...

The Handbook to the Bloomsbury Group provides a comprehensive survey of contemporary scholarship on this influential group of writers, artists, and thinkers. Written by world-leading scholars, the...

The Path of Finn McCool is a hilarious tale based on Irish mythology and the Giant's Causeway. When Finn McCool sets out to find an even bigger giant across the sea in Scotland, his wife Oona must...

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Literary and Cultural Theory is a comprehensive survey of contemporary theory in literary and cultural studies. Written by leading scholars in their field, this book...

In 1921, a chance encounter at the Alhambra Theatre sets off a chain of events that will challenge the conventions of Bloomsbury's bohemian circle. Susan Sellers' novel Firebird is a richly imagined...

PC Penny Penrose is stuck with the boring jobs, but her life changes when her pet dog duo Scratch and Sniff decide to help out. A fun cops and robbers adventure with a twist, this story features...

Wings of Icarus: a gripping retelling of a classic Greek myth. Daedalus's plan to escape their island prison fails, but he comes up with an even more daring invention - wings to take them to the...

Pumpkin Power: a fun re-imagining of a classic story, ideal for children practising their reading at home or in school. This magical retelling of Cinderella features seven big seeds that start it all...

Angelica Garnett's memoir offers a unique perspective on her childhood and family. Born into a world of famous artists and writers, she recounts how she struggled to forge an independent identity...

Get a Move On! is a humorous family story about Maxine's chaotic Monday morning. Her dad has lost his yellow sock and can't start the car, but there's time for a puppet show and maybe even another...

London, 1922. A party in Bloomsbury ends in murder, and with it, a web of secrets is spun. At its centre is an enigmatic American detective and her new secretary, Marjorie Swallow, who finds herself...

Andrew Blake is not your average boss. He's cold, rude, and undeniably arrogant, according to those who know him best. As his new assistant, you'll quickly discover that nothing you do is good enough...

Bloomsbury Curriculum Basics: Teaching Primary French provides a practical and easy-to-apply programme to plan and deliver effective primary lessons in French. This comprehensive resource is linked...

Joe's bedroom was always a mess, but he didn't play with his toys anymore - he preferred games on his tablet. Yet, every morning, he'd wake up to find them scattered all over the floor.Could it be...

Alfie Takes Action: a laugh-out-loud animal adventure. Alfie the meerkat is fed up with doing what he's told and wants adventure instead. When a film crew for a nature programme arrives in the...

Adam wanted a brother, but he got a sister instead. Now his house is full of new things for the baby, and Adam isn't sure about the name Mo. Can Adam learn to get along with his new sister? This...

Bloomsbury: A Vibrant History and GuideDiscover the intellectual and cultural heart of London, where Georgian streets meet beautiful garden squares. This vibrant square mile is home to renowned...

The Bloomsbury Companion to Stanley Kubrick provides an in-depth exploration of the life and work of one of cinema's most influential directors. Spanning multiple disciplines, including film studies,...

Charleston Farmhouse is a unique and fascinating example of Bloomsbury decorative style, created by the painters Vanessa Bell and Duncan Grant. This book tells the story of the house and its garden,...

Sindhu and Jeet's Detective Agency is an exciting detective story from Chitra Soundar. The best detectives in town solve all their cases with observation, imagination and legwork. When they travel...

The Bloomsbury Guide to Philosophy of Disability challenges traditional understandings of disability in philosophy. Edited by disabled philosopher Shelley Lynn Tremain, this collection brings...

The Great Cake Race: a Bloomsbury Reader Lime Book BandA funny story about a madcap race to the finish line... with cake! Seven-year-old Jamila sees a notice for a Great Cake Race in her local park...

Bloomsbury Professional Tax Insight - Cryptocurrency and Blockchain provides an accessible overview of cryptocurrency and its implications for taxation. This guide covers key topics such as tax...

The Bloomsbury Cookbook: Recipes for Life, Love and Art A lavishly illustrated account of the food of the Bloomsbury set, this book summons up a lost world of meals on trays, milk puddings, gin...

The Bloomsbury Murder by Emily Organ is a gripping mystery that follows amateur sleuth Augusta Peel as she becomes embroiled in a complex case involving a missing young woman and a murder in a...

Bloomsbury Beyond the Establishment explores the lesser-known aspects of this iconic London neighborhood, revealing unexpected connections between its past and present. From its austere towers to its...

The Lola Bee Bop: a Bloomsbury Young Reader Purple Book BandLola is a bee who loves to dance, but her friends think she's silly. When their meadow is mowed, the bees go in search of new nectar, and...

A heart-warming adventure story about overcoming fears and fixing what's broken. When the moon suddenly goes out one night, Aneira sets off on a mission to turn it back on. With the help of her owl...

David Garnett: A Life of Contrasts This biography presents a clear-sighted account of David Garnett, a figure at the centre of literary London in the era of the Bloomsbury Group. Trained as a...

This 2022 book by Nino Strachey offers an entirely original and thrilling portrayal of the Young Bloomsbury Group.Meet the transgressive generation that reimagined love, freedom and self-expression...

Crumbs! is a fun and heartwarming animal story about a mystery in Dan's lunchbox. Who could have eaten his sandwich? The story follows Dan as he tries to find out, with the help of some unexpected...

Fizzy and the Party is a fun story about a dog who wants to join in on her neighbour's party. She's desperate to stay up just a little bit longer, but will her mum say yes? This family comedy...

Tiger Troubles is an energetic animal story about Sloth Bear's attempts to wake up her friend Porcupine. When she throws a guava at his tree, she wakes not only Porcupine but also Little Tiger, who...

A sweet and magical story, perfect for children learning to read by themselves, is at the heart of this charming tale. Olive Brown is a worrier, but with the help of a special gift, she discovers...

The Cambridge Companion to the Bloomsbury Group A comprehensive guide to the intellectual and social contexts surrounding this influential circle of friends. The Bloomsbury Group, named after their...

Martin Heidegger's Mindfulness is a major philosophical treatise that explores key concepts and themes, including truth, nothingness, and being. Written in 1938/9, this work develops some of...

The Pancake Champ is a humorous story about new friendships and trying new foods. Manjit is invited to his friend Leon's house for tea, but he has worries - what if they have a scary dog or pancakes...

The Bloomsbury Research Handbook of Indian Aesthetics and the Philosophy of Art provides an extensive research resource to the burgeoning field of Asian aesthetics. This unique volume brings together...

Ariella and Yosef's school librarian has a fascination with History that borders on obsession. She spends her days surrounded by historical objects in the library, but when she starts acting...

The Bloomsbury Group Memoir Club offers a new perspective on twentieth-century autobiography and life writing. Drawing on original archival material, this book sheds light on leading figures such as...

This tender biography tells the story of Mitz, a sickly marmoset adopted by Leonard Woolf in 1934. After nursing her back to health, she became a fixture of Bloomsbury society, moving with the Woolfs...

The Bloomsbury Introduction to Creative Writing is a comprehensive guide for students and writers looking to explore various genres and forms. This updated second edition covers a range of topics,...

Ferdinand de Saussure's Course in General Linguistics is a foundational text that has shaped modern thought. First published posthumously, it introduced the structuralist mode and influenced thinkers...

An Actor Prepares is a foundational text for actors and drama practitioners, offering a comprehensive approach to preparing for a role. Written by Constantin Stanislavski, this influential work has...

The Bloomsbury Italian Philosophy Reader brings together some of the most influential thinkers in contemporary thought, offering a unique perspective on human nature, politics, and the nature of work...

Ruby Ali's Mission Break Up is a heartwarming story about life in foster care. After her sister Alisha leaves the care centre where they live, Ruby is sent to live with a new foster family. She has a...

Young Bloomsbury: A Generation that Reimagined Love and FreedomThis book tells the story of a pivotal moment in history when queer life blossomed, challenging societal norms and conventions. Nino...

Dusty the fox cub can't wait for her very first spring. Her dad has told her there will be a big party and all she needs to do is find 101 daffodils to prove it really is spring. This charming story...

German and English: Academic Usage and Academic Translation provides a systematic account of current academic usage in English and German, as well as the translation problems associated with various...

The Story Thief is a quirky reworking of traditional stories from west Africa, presented in a humorous and engaging way. The book follows Nyame, the sky god, as she discovers that the people on earth...

This thought-provoking comedy tells the story of Maxx, an alien from the planet Zerg who is researching human emotions. On Earth, he meets Jibreel and struggles to understand why some humans might...

This collection of biographical essays explores the lives and works of twentieth-century writers and artists, with a particular focus on the influential Bloomsbury Group. Through detailed research...

Bloomsbury Curriculum Basics: Teaching Primary PE provides a comprehensive teaching framework for planning and delivering effective lessons in primary school physical education. Covering a range of...

Philosophy: Principles and Problems by Roger Scruton explores the ideas and arguments that have shaped his approach to the subject, from the nature of truth to morality and the role of God. The book...

Dylan can't hear as well as he used to, and he's struggling to cope. He wants things to go back to the way they used to be, but he's starting to feel more and more isolated from his friends. Luckily,...

Immanuel Kant's philosophy has had a profound impact on modern thought. This comprehensive companion provides an in-depth overview of his ideas and their influence on eighteenth-century German...

This powerful fantasy story explores the complexities of chronic illness through the eyes of its protagonist. When Mae discovers a tear in the universe, she is drawn into a parallel world that...

The discovery of Tutankhamun's resting place in November 1922 was one of the greatest archaeological finds ever made. The burial chamber, with its intricate nest of coffins and funerary shrines, lay...

A heartwarming story about family and the healing power of pets. Keva loves helping out at her Grandpa's pet adoption centre, but when he goes to hospital, she knows just what will cheer him up - his...

Selected Letters of Clive Bell: Art, Love and War in BloomsburyThis collection brings together a selection of letters by Clive Bell, a leading art critic and pacifist who was a key figure in the...

The Bloomsbury Grammar Guide provides clear answers to the structure of language. This easy-to-use handbook covers essential topics such as words, phrases, sentences and clauses, punctuation, figures...

A magical adventure story about moving to a new home and finding your inner strength. Ada and her parents have moved from the city to a small town for her mum's new job, but something feels off. On...

Understanding Music Philosophy and Interpretation by Roger Scruton This collection of essays explores all aspects of music theory and practice, revealing its significance as an expression of the...

Digital Arts: An Introduction to New Media Art By Cat Hope and John Charles Ryan, Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book explores the impact of digital technologies on art, from historical contexts to...

Carly used to be part of a group of friends who made her laugh and feel happy. But when they started making fun of her and excluding her, Carly felt lost and 'flat'. She wasn't the bubbly person she...

The Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to explore the world of contemporary and 20th century writing. With hundreds of authors and thousands of titles at your...

Academic Mobility and International Academics: Navigating Success Stories, Barriers, and Opportunities. This collection offers personal experiences and guidance from an international group of...

Pierre Bourdieu's work on education has had a profound impact on our understanding of academic discourse and its effects on individuals. This book provides an in-depth analysis of his intellectual...