1554 results for 'Bryant, Helen'

The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing's Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living This one-volume edition brings together the Nearing's two classic books on rural homesteading, Living the Good Life and...

The Mamba Mentality: How I Play is a personal perspective on the author's life and career on the basketball court, offering a unique insight into his approach to the game.After retiring from...

Maud is an 88-year-old woman with a sharp tongue and a penchant for mischief. This humorous story collection by Helene Tursten features two previously untranslated tales that showcase Maud's feisty...

Helen DeWitt's novel explores the complexities of family life through the story of Sibylla, a single mother struggling to connect with her son Ludo. After a misguided one-night stand, Sibylla's...

Helen is a poignant play about the complex bond between mother and daughter. When her husband passes away, Helen is left to navigate life with her 15-year-old daughter Becca, who has recently lost...

Spark by Helen Hardt Donovan Steel's life is on track, with a promising career and a luxurious downtown loft. However, when his mother, the city attorney, asks him to return to his hometown and work...

Euripides' Helen offers a detailed literary and cultural analysis of this influential play. Written in 2008, this edition provides a comprehensive understanding of Euripides' treatment of Helen and...

Helen and the Grandbees by Alex Morrall is a heartwarming story about a woman who is forced to confront her past when her long-lost daughter returns with questions that she cannot answer. As Helen...

Helen Oxenbury: A Life in Illustration is a beautifully designed and engaging account of the life of renowned English illustrator Helen Oxenbury. Spanning her early childhood through to her...

When Detective Inspector Helen Grace is framed for murder, she becomes one of the country's most high-profile prisoners. HMP Holloway is a place of dark days and long nights with dangers at every...

A bizarre accident near London Bridge Station sets off a chain of events that will have repercussions for the members of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit. One year later, a woman is found dead in an...

Helen M Stevens Embroiderer's Countryside is a beautifully illustrated guide to nature-inspired embroidery. Using pure silk threads, Helen brings the natural world to life with stunning realism.This...

Helen Sloane's Diary is Jeff Lucas' first novel, offering a humorous and poignant read. In this story, Helen is on a mission to help those in her community, but she receives unexpected assistance.As...

A woman's body is found in the road, a tragic accident or a cold-blooded killing? DI Helen Grace is on the scene, and she knows that nothing is as it seems. Across town, a shopkeeper is killed,...

This Is Us by Helen McGinn is a heartwarming story about the complexities of life, love, and family. When Stella's husband Simon vanishes without explanation, she must navigate the challenges of...

A literary obsession with a deadly twist. When Helen starts work as a lecturer in English literature, she's hoping for a quiet life. But trouble knows where to find her. Her new students seem...

The Doll's House Di Helen Grace 3 by M. J. Arlidge is a chilling thriller that follows Detective Inspector Helen Grace as she searches for a monster who's killed before. A young woman wakes up in a...

Strange Tide is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history and mythology. When a woman's body is discovered chained to a stone post near the River Thames, the Peculiar...

A deeply suggestive and subversive novel about desire and its power to drive us. Helen Trocchi's story follows her journey as she runs away from her past, discovering a world of excitement and...

A new nightmare has descended upon the forest, where the innocent are being hunted and murdered by a faceless figure. The victims are left with only their screams, echoing through the darkness, as...

Helen Keller: A Story of Unbreakable Spirit This biography tells the remarkable story of Helen Keller, who learned to overcome incredible obstacles with the help of her devoted friend Anne Sullivan...

Helen of Troy is an epic novel that brings to life the complex tale of Helen, a figure at the heart of Greek mythology. Her beauty and immortal heritage make her both enchanting and hazardous,...

Brisees Helen Sear explores ideas of vision, touch and the representation of the nature of experience through a combination of drawing, lens-based media and digital technologies.The work is inspired...

Detective Inspector Helen Grace is at the centre of a gripping thriller. A man from her double life is found dead, and she must uncover the truth behind his murder. As she delves deeper, she...

A country house weekend turns deadly in 1969. Ten guests are invited to Tavistock Hall, but one among them harbours thoughts of murder. Undercover detectives Arthur Bryant and John May are tasked...

The Franklin Scandal: A Story of Powerbrokers, Child Abuse and Betrayal A shocking account of corporate corruption and government cover-ups, this book reveals a nationwide child-trafficking and...

Three raging fires light up the city skies in the fourth DI Helen Grace thriller by M J Arlidge. This is no ordinary firestarter seeking thrills, but a series of careful and calculating acts of...

Helen Keller's life was marked by incredible challenges from a young age. Born deaf and blind, she faced a world of silence and darkness.With the help of her teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to...

The Two Worlds of Helen Duncan by Gena Brealey and Kay Hunter This book tells the true story of Helen Duncan, a woman whose remarkable gifts of clairvoyance and mediumship were overshadowed by...

Helen Levitt: A Photographic Legacy This new volume in the Photofile series showcases the work of celebrated photographer Helen Levitt. Born in Brooklyn in 1913, Levitt is renowned for her...

A sharp and visceral debut poetry collection reimagines Helen of Troy from Homer's Iliad as a disgruntled housewife in 1990s Tennessee. In this affecting character study, Maria Zoccola explores the...

The Helene Cixous Reader presents a substantial collection of texts by one of the most creative and brilliant minds of the twentieth century. Spanning twenty years of intellectual thought, this...

Dorothy Herrmann's biography of Helen Keller offers a powerful and intimate portrait of a complex woman. This well-proportioned biography rescues its subject from the shackles of sainthood, revealing...

The Memoirs of Helene Kottanner (1439-1440) by Maya Christina Bijvoet Williamson and Helene Kottannerin. In 1440, a remarkable event took place in medieval Hungary. A servant and confidante of Queen...

A chilling game of survival and deception unfolds in this gripping thriller. Two people are abducted, imprisoned, and left with a gun, with only one walking away alive. As Detective Helen Grace...

Brad Steel is deeply in love with Daphne Wade, the woman who will soon become his wife and the mother of his unborn child. Their connection is more than just a union of two people - it's a destiny...

St Helens has a rich and fascinating history that spans over 150 years. This book by Sue Gerrard explores the town's hidden heritage, from its early days as four separate townships to its development...

Fiona Kovalenko's family is implicated in the darkest events of the twentieth century, and she must confront the truth about her own past. This is their story, told with a novelist's skill and...

Helen Chadwick: The Oval Court by Marina Warner is an illustrated exploration of the artist's 1986 installation. This work showcased Chadwick's characteristic themes, including the female body and...

Helen Levitt was a pioneering street photographer whose work captured the essence of everyday life in New York's poorer neighbourhoods. Her photographs, spanning over six decades, are renowned for...

Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore by Bettany Hughes For three thousand years, Helen of Troy has been the subject of fascination and controversy. From the earliest poets to modern historians,...

A 200-year-old mystery unravels in this gripping Dickensian-inspired murder mystery. When literary researcher Helen Oddfellow discovers an old newspaper cutting, she sets out to uncover the truth...

The true story of Helen Roseveare and her remarkable encounter with a hot water bottle in the jungle. In 1971, an orphaned baby girl prayed for God to send a hot water bottle to comfort her, but...

A headless body found in a freezer and a mysterious figure spotted on a construction site - it seems the Peculiar Crimes Unit is back in business. Arthur Bryant and John May, two detectives who have...

The Encomium of Helen (BCP Greek Texts) (English and Greek Edition) This ancient text is thought to have been written by Gorgias as a demonstration piece, showcasing his skills as a sophist,...

The Bleeding Heart by Christopher Fowler is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history. When two teenagers witness a dead man rising from his grave, and one of them is...

Hit the Road Helen! is a humorous retelling of a famous myth. When Paris and Helen decide to hit the road together, it leads to more trouble than they can imagine. But who is entirely to blame? The...

A city on the brink of chaos, a mother's desperate plea for help, and a detective's determination to uncover the truth. When Naomi's mother turns to Detective Inspector Helen Grace for assistance,...

Discover the fascinating history of St Helens in this A-Z tour. From its early days as four townships to its transformation into a centre for innovation and industry, Sue Gerrard reveals the stories...

Truman of St. Helens: The Man and His Mountain tells the story of Harry Truman, a 83-year-old man who owned the Mt. St. Helens Lodge resort on the shores of Spirit Lake. When Mount St. Helens erupted...

Kobe Bryant: A Life of Uncompromising Ambition A fascinating and complex figure in American professional basketball, Kobe Bryant is widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of...

A chilling ghost story that explores family tensions and sibling relationships is presented in this novel by Mary Downing Hahn. Molly and her brother Michael are wary of their stepsister Heather, who...

Detective Helen Grace faces her own dark compulsions in this twisty new thriller from M. J. Arlidge. A killer has struck and a man is dead, breaching the sanctuary of the city's nightlife where...

Bryant and May - London's Glory (Short Stories) by Christopher Fowler Discover the intriguing world of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit through eleven classic cases, expertly woven together to provide...

Bryant & May Off the Rails by Christopher Fowler is a gripping mystery that delves into the darkest corners of London's underground. When a young man known as Mr Fox escapes from a locked room and...

A Brief History of Helen of Troy by Mark Schultz is an unsettling examination of complacency culture and the politics of beauty. Inspired by Euripides, this novel reimagines ancient themes in...

A killer strikes at 4:00am, leaving four strangers dead in a series of gruesome and seemingly unrelated murders. As the Peculiar Crimes Unit investigates, they uncover a web of impossibilities that...

Helen Keller was just six years old when her life changed forever. She contracted a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, making it hard for her to communicate with anyone. But with the help of...

Someone Just Like You is a deeply moving picture book that encourages empathy and kindness. It's a story about finding someone who shares your sense of humour and laughter, and wondering if they...

Helen Keller's inspirational quotes offer a profound insight into her life and philosophy. This collection of over 700 quotes covers a wide range of topics, from optimism and friendship to nature,...

A deeply moving picture book encouraging empathy and kindness, Someone Just Like You asks if there might be someone out there who is just like you.Helen Docherty's lyrical rhyming text is perfectly...

Grandma Loves You! is a heartwarming story about the joy of welcoming a new baby to the family. In this special book, Grandma Bunny shares her love and excitement with the new arrival, and it's a...

A National Book Critics Circle finalist and one of Vogue's Best Books of the Year, this biography brings to life the story of Helen Frankenthaler, a twentieth-century painter who made her mark in...

Helen Keller was a remarkable young girl who contracted an illness at a very young age, leaving her deaf and blind. Despite this, she was determined to learn and communicate with the world around her...

A man's body is found in an empty house, his heart cut out and delivered to his wife and children. Detective Inspector Helen Grace is tasked with uncovering the identity of the killer, who is...

Tresco: Tean, St Helen's is a superscale map of the island and its holy islands, Tean and St Helens, in the Isles of Scilly. At 1:10,000 scale, it offers unrivalled detail, with 1km representing 8cm...

Auntie Loves You! is a heartwarming tribute to the special bond between an aunt and her little bunny. The story celebrates the tender moments of love and connection that make family relationships so...

London is under siege as violent protests fill the city. A young homeless man's death sparks an investigation into a series of mysterious killings. Arthur Bryant and John May, detectives with the...

The Victoria Vanishes by Christopher Fowler A mysterious series of events unfolds in London's pubs, leaving behind only death and confusion. One night, Arthur Bryant witnesses a woman emerging from a...

Helen Keller's story is one of incredible resilience and determination. After contracting a childhood illness that left her blind and deaf, she faced seemingly insurmountable challenges. However,...

The defenestration of a ruthless theatre impresario's young son was not the end of the play's first night party. A locked bedroom with no signs of forced entry or blood, but a sinister life-size...

The case of the seventy-seven clocks remains one of Arthur Bryant's most peculiar investigations. In 1973, as strikes and blackouts ravaged the country, a series of gruesome murders took place among...

Kobe Bryant's early life and rise to basketball greatness are revealed in this fascinating biography. By exploring Kobe's formative years, from his childhood in Philadelphia to his time in Europe and...

The Great War Diary of the St Helens Pals, the 11th Battalion South Lancashire Regiment, chronicles their experiences in France and Flanders from 1914 to 1918. This personal account offers a unique...

Helen Keller's story is one of remarkable resilience and determination. Born with a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, she faced incredible challenges in communicating with others. However,...

Helen of Four Gates by Ethel Carnie Holdsworth is a dark and gothic romance set in the Lancashire hills. First published anonymously in 1917, it quickly gained popularity in Britain and the US. The...

Helen Saunders: A Modernist Rebel Helen Saunders was one of only two women to join the Vorticists, a radical art movement that emerged in London on the eve of the First World War. Her extraordinary...

This Waiting for Love by Helene Johnson is a collection of poems and writings that reveal the life and work of a lesser-known author from the Harlem Renaissance era.Johnson's poetry offers a unique...

The Nakajima Ki-49 'Helen' Units is a comprehensive study of the twin-engined bomber of the Pacific War, written by Japanese aviation expert George Eleftheriou. The book explores the development,...

London's hidden corners and forgotten stories await discovery in this unique exploration of the city. As two of London's most seasoned detectives, Bryant and May share their expertise to reveal the...

Eruption: The Untold Story of Mount St. HelensOn March 18, 1980, a catastrophic eruption shook the landscape of southwestern Washington State, forever changing our understanding of volcanic science...

Letters to Wilfred B. Talman and Helen V. and Genevieve Sully is a collection of letters written by H.P. Lovecraft to two individuals who played significant roles in his life. These letters,...

The Ghost of Helen Addison by Charles E. McGarry is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of human nature.When a mysterious figure from the past begins to haunt a small town, the...

A murder at London's Peculiar Crimes Unit sets off a chain of events that will test the skills of its detectives. Arthur Bryant and John May are stranded on a desolate road in the West Country, with...

Maribel Versus the Volcano: A Mount St Helens Survival Story tells the true story of a young girl's incredible journey during one of America's most significant natural disasters.In May 1980, a...

Sarn Helen A Journey Through Wales, Past, Present and Future is a thought-provoking exploration of the country's complex history and its impact on the environment. Tom Bullough's journey along the...

One hour to live. Those are the only words on the phone call that sets off a chain of events with no turning back.A chilling message that leaves its recipient with nothing but fear and uncertainty,...

Bryant & May and the Invisible Code is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history. When a young woman is found dead in a church courtyard, the Peculiar Crimes Unit is...

Helen D'Oyly Carte's remarkable life is one of exceptional talent and determination. Born in 1852, she developed her skills through academic brilliance and a natural ability to manage complex...

On May 10th, 1980, Mt. St. Helens erupted in one of the most devastating events in recent US history.Eleven-year-old Jess Tanner finds herself trapped on the mountain as it unleashes its fury, with...

Kobe Bryant: A Tribute to a Basketball Legend is a comprehensive collection of photographs and written coverage from Sports Illustrated, celebrating the life and career of one of basketball's...

The Laugh of the Medusa: A New Concept in Feminist WritingThis 2013 essay explores the work of French feminist author Helene Cixous, who developed the concept of Ecriture Feminine, or "women's...

Detective Inspector Helen Grace must unravel a terrifying riddle of a killer kidnapping victims in pairs. Mesmerizing and gripping, this debut introduces a determined, tough and damaged heroine who...

Helene Cixous, Rootprints: Memory and Life Writing is an in-depth exploration of the renowned French philosopher's theory and fiction. This collection provides a unique insight into Cixous's creative...

This is the heart-wrenching story of Marie McCourt's 30-year quest to find her murdered daughter. On 9 February 1988, Helen left her office in Liverpool city centre and was never seen again.Despite...

One hour to live. Those are the only words on the phone call. The chilling truth is that someone is watching, waiting, ready to take your life in one hour. But why? Detective Inspector Helen Grace is...

A chilling crime wave sweeps through the city, leaving no clues and no leads. Detective Inspector Helen Grace must navigate a complex web of cases that threaten to overwhelm her. As the crimes...

The Speaker of the House of Commons has been crushed under a mountain of citrus fruit in a bizarre accident. But was it an accident, or something more sinister? The government needs to know, and the...

Rainbow Magic: Helen the Sailing Fairy is an exciting adventure about three friends who embark on a school trip to learn sailing. However, their first lesson takes an unexpected turn when they are...

The Line by Rachel Lynch is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the darker side of human nature. When Captain Paul Thomas dies in a diving accident, his work is left unfinished, and Major...