362 results for 'Buchan, Ursula'

Ursula K. Le Guin: Collected Poems (LOA #368) For the first time, a comprehensive collection of American poet Ursula K. Le Guin's collected poems is published. Spanning her entire career, from her...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Gifts / Voices / Powers is a trilogy of coming-of-age stories set in the Western Shore, a world where young people struggle to come to terms with their mysterious and magical...

Ursula Nordstrom was a trailblazing editor who left an indelible mark on children's literature. Her unorthodox vision and generous heart led to the creation of beloved classics such as Goodnight...

Ursula K. Le Guin Conversations on Writing In this insightful collection of interviews, Ursula K. Le Guin shares her thoughts on craft, aesthetics, and philosophy in her fiction, poetry, and...

Ursula Upside Down by Corey R. Tabor is a humorous picture book about a catfish who finds confidence in seeing the world her own way. When one question turns her world upside down, Ursula sets out on...

Ursula Flight was born on the night of an ill-auguring comet just before Charles II's Restoration. Her future was written in the stars, and against custom, she began an education with her father, who...

Ursula K. Le Guin's post-apocalyptic vision of California is presented in this expanded edition, prepared shortly before her death. This fourth volume in the Library of America's definitive edition...

Ursula Stannard returns to solve another Tudor mystery in this gripping tale of suspicious riches, murder and hidden treasures. When Arabella's wedding is threatened by her refusal to marry, Ursula...

A Buchan Boy by Hubert Mitchell is a personal account of one man's life in the extreme north-east corner of Scotland. Written for his family and now shared with a wider audience, this story offers a...

Scent of Danger by Fiona Buckley is a gripping historical mystery set in 1586. When Ursula Blanchard receives an urgent visit from Sir Francis Walsingham, she's drawn into a deadly game of espionage...

The Reluctant Assassin by Fiona Buckley In 1581, Queen Elizabeth faces pressure to consider a marriage to the Duke of Alençon. Meanwhile, Ursula Blanchard's young son is kidnapped while out riding,...

Ursula Stannard faces her greatest challenge in this gripping Tudor mystery. When she is summoned back to Faldene House after Sir Francis Walsingham's funeral, Ursula is drawn into a deadly game of...

Ursula Marlow's world is turned upside down when her fiancé, Lord Wrotham, is arrested on charges of treason. In 1913, the British Parliament is shaken by allegations of a plot to sell naval military...

Ursula K. Le Guin's first full-length collection of essays explores the intersection of writing, science fiction, and fantasy. The book delves into her background as a writer and educator, as well as...

Ursula Franklin Speaks Thoughts and Afterthoughts brings together twenty-two speeches and five interviews from 1986 to 2012, offering a unique insight into the social and political impacts of science...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Words Are My Matter is a collection of essays on life and literature that offers a unique perspective on contemporary fiction. Through her writing, Le Guin explores the power of...

Forest of Secrets by Fiona Buckley is a gripping Tudor mystery set in May 1586. Ursula, the queen's spymaster, travels to a rural village in the New Forest to investigate disturbing reports of...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Dancing at the Edge of the World is a thought-provoking collection of essays that mark a significant shift in her writing style. Since her last nonfiction collection, The Language...

A Web of Silk by Fiona Buckley is a gripping Tudor mystery that sets the stage for intrigue and suspense. In 1582, Ursula's quiet life is disrupted by the arrival of her new neighbour, Giles Frost,...

The Hand That Feeds You by Mercedes Rosende is a gripping mystery that follows Ursula as she navigates a complex web of crime and deception. After a botched robbery, Ursula finds herself pursued by...

War Girl Ursula: A Bittersweet Novel of WWII By Marion Kummerow In 1943 Berlin, compassion is a crime. For newlywed Ursula Hermann, the war has become a personal nightmare. Her husband is missing on...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Hainish Novels and Stories Vol. 2 brings together two of her final novels, The Word for World Is Forest and The Telling, alongside seven short stories and the story suite Five...

Queen Elizabeth's half-sister and secret agent Ursula Stannard is tasked with uncovering a sinister plot in 1594 Cornwall. A local man, Master Roskilly, has escaped from pirates who had taken him to...

Barker: Plays ThreeA collection of three plays by Howard Barker, exploring themes of power, identity and mortality.Claw examines the relationships between individuals in positions of authority, while...

Ursula K. Le Guin: Five Novels This collection brings together five standalone novels from the acclaimed science fiction writer, showcasing her boundless creativity and literary range. Spanning from...

Ursula K. Le Guin: The Last Interview and Other Conversations Spanning over forty years of productivity, these interviews showcase Ursula K. Le Guin's unique perspective as a woman writer in a...

A concise study guide for Ursula K. Le Guin's "Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" is available to support your literature project. This guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author...

A beautiful hardback edition of the first book in the Earthsea trilogy, now complete with the Tombs of Atuan and Tehanu. This is the tale of Ged, a young sorcerer, as he masters the mighty words of...

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of communication and cultural differences in a galactic context. In this seminal work, Le Guin delves...

Ursula Hauser's private collection of modern and contemporary art is one of the world's most impressive. Building her remarkable holdings in the 1980s, she acquired works from artists such as Louise...

Climbing Lightly Through Forests: A Poetry Anthology Honoring Ursula K. Le Guin This anthology brings together a diverse range of poets from around the world to pay tribute to the work of Ursula K...

Ursula Nordstrom was a grown-up who never forgot what it was to be a child. This lively picture book biography tells the story of her remarkable life, from her love of reading as a girl to her...

This lively collection of Scottish fairy tales, folklore and legends brings to life the country's rich oral tradition. It features a carefully chosen combination of old favourites and modern stories...

Ursula Moray Williams' memoir offers a heart-warming and intimate look at her life's work. Drawing from unpublished diaries and letters, this is the first time her own story has been shared with...

Ursula Parrott's provocative writings about modern women's lives remain remarkably prescient today. In 1929, she popularized the term "ex-wife," tackling topics such as career women, single mothers,...

A comprehensive study guide to Ursula Le Guin's The Left Hand of Darkness offers in-depth explanation and analysis of this pioneering feminist science fiction novel. This Bright Notes Study Guide...

The Missing Piece is a poignant and humorous tale about a piece that's lost its way. It sets out on a journey to find its missing part, singing a catchy song along the way.As it searches, the piece...

Faith and hope are tested in the darkest of times. Fergus Buchan shares his personal story of struggle and redemption, one that has brought comfort to his family and others who have faced tragedy and...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Outer Space, Inner Lands is a thought-provoking collection of 20 stories that showcase her mastery of the fantastic. Spanning realism, magical realism, satire, science fiction,...

A groundbreaking collection of classic American science fiction by women from the 1920s to the 1960s, featuring twenty-five tales from over two dozen brilliant writers.From Pulp Era pioneers to New...

Explore the imaginative worlds of five science fiction legends with this puzzle book. Featuring enigmas, riddles and conundrums inspired by their stories and styles, you'll embark on a series of...

This comprehensive exploration of mythopoeic fantasy presents a holistic perspective on the genre, arguing that it is often misunderstood due to incomplete literary studies. Marek Oziewicz contends...

Richard Hannay's life is turned upside down when an American acquaintance informs him of an assassination plot, only to be murdered in his London flat. With his name now at the centre of a police...

Úrsula Bas, a bestselling author, appears to lead an ordinary life in Santiago de Compostela. However, her disappearance on a February evening sets off a chain of events. Twenty-four hours after she...

The Penguin Book of the British Short Story is a bold anthology that celebrates the full diversity and energy of its writers, subjects, and tones. From its origins with Defoe, Swift, and Fielding, to...

John Buchan's remarkable life is a testament to his boundless energy and diverse pursuits. As the author of the iconic thriller "The Thirty-Nine Steps", he has become synonymous with the genre, but...

Steering the Craft: A Twenty-First-Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story by Ursula K. Le Guin In this comprehensive guide to the craft of writing and editing, Ursula K. Le Guin shares her...

Rocannon's World, Planet of Exile, City of Illusions is a single-volume omnibus of the first three Hainish novels by Ursula K. Le Guin. Set in a distant galaxy, the novels follow the complex...

Powers is the final part in the story that started with Gifts, a beautifully written and powerful tale of the Western Isles. Ursula K. Le Guin's storytelling is sharp and thought-provoking, with a...

Ursula K. Le Guin's groundbreaking novel explores the complexities of human connection in a world where societal norms are constantly shifting. On a perilous journey across the ice, two individuals...

The Dispossessed by Ursula K. Le Guin A groundbreaking novel of science fiction, The Dispossessed explores the complexities of anarchism, physics, and politics. The story follows a brilliant...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Five Ways to Forgiveness is a collection of five linked stories set in a distant solar system, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the struggle for freedom and...

Ursula K. Le Guin's essays and writings offer a diverse and engaging exploration of literature, life, and the arts. This collection includes some of her finest literary criticism, rare...

For the first time, the entire Earthsea chronicles are collected in one volume, celebrating 50 years since the publication of A Wizard of Earthsea. This complete omnibus edition includes over 50...

Steering the Craft: A Twenty-first Century Guide to Sailing the Sea of Story by Ursula K. Le Guin is a concise and masterful guide to the craft of writing. Completely revised and rewritten to address...

The Unreal and the Real: Selected Short Stories of Ursula K. Le Guin A comprehensive collection of short stories by the acclaimed author, selected with an introduction by the author herself. This...

The Other Wind, the sixth book in Ursula K. Le Guin's beloved Earthsea series, is now available in a beautiful hardback edition. This final installment completes the collection, alongside A Wizard of...

Ursula K. Le Guin's groundbreaking feminist writings are collected in Space Crone, a comprehensive and deeply radical exploration of her expansive and multi-layered feminist consciousness. From her...

Ursula K. Le Guin's No Time to Spare Thinking about what Matters is a collection of thought-provoking essays that explore the author's concerns with the world and her wonder at its complexity...

Foliage Plants by Ursula Buchan is a comprehensive guide to the world of foliage in garden design. With its focus on the ever-changing colours and shapes of leaves, this book provides valuable...

One of the greats, a profound and thoughtful tale of anarchism and capitalism, individualism and collectivism, and one ambitious man's quest to bridge the ideological chasm separating two worlds. In...

A Stop-You-In-Your-Tracks Novel of Love and Liberation In 1924, Patricia and Peter are a modern married couple, living in New York. They drink, smoke, work, and believe in 'Love-Outside-Marriage'...

A collection of stories from the world's most famous storybook, Tales from 1,001 Nights brings to life a rich tapestry of adventure, love and wonder. This abridged edition features a sequence of...

Ex-Wife is a novel that explores the complexities of marriage, infidelity, and the aftermath of a divorce in 1920s New York. When Peter and Patricia's marriage begins to unravel, Patricia finds...

Discover the vibrant flavors of Sicily, a Mediterranean island with a rich cultural legacy. This book brings together authentic recipes that showcase the island's unique fusion of flavors, using...

Cucina di Amalfi brings to life the sun-kissed cuisine of Southern Italy's most magical coastline. This collection of 75 authentic recipes showcases the region's unique culinary heritage, with a...

RHS The Garden Anthology brings together the best garden writing from over 100 years of The Garden magazine. This collection paints a rich picture of what gardening means today, revealing key moments...

The Dancing Floor by John Buchan In this gripping novel, a young Englishwoman inherits a remote Greek island from her unscrupulous father, only to be ostracised by the superstitious locals. As...

John Buchan's memoir offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a man who lived a remarkable career in service to the British government. From his early days serving in the army during the Boer...

The Power House: John Macnab: Sick Heart River by John Buchan John Buchan's works are known for their blend of adventure and insight into human nature. In this collection, the author's own...

Ursula Lloyd-Duncan has run Hollyfield Stables with success for fifteen years, but can she be trusted to manage the riding school while her stepdaughter is away? A summer of chaos and mishaps seems...

A winter wedding on the edge of a secluded lake sets the scene for a mysterious disappearance and a body under the ice. Handsome proposals and happy futures are soon overshadowed by poisoning,...

The Blanket of the Dark Authorised Edition by John Buchan In 1536, a young man's life is about to be changed forever. Powerful men reveal to him that he should be on the throne of England, rather...

Ursula Caraway's life was set to be perfect - until fate had other plans. Now, she's trying to reclaim her magic and shake up her routine. When a handsome prince walks into her life, Ursula sees an...

Ariel's world has changed dramatically since her defeat of Ursula. Now, she is the voiceless queen of Atlantica, while Ursula rules Prince Eric's kingdom on land. Five years have passed since the sea...

A collection of dark and unsettling tales from John Buchan's pen. This volume brings together some of his most eerie and suspenseful stories, including "The Wind in the Portico", "The Green...

Avery Delaney has spent her life trying to outrun her troubled past. Abandoned as a baby and raised by her grandmother and aunt, she was left with a deep-seated need for control. When her aunt's...

Angus Buchan's story is one of transformation and growth, as he recounts his journey from a life of turmoil to one of deepened faith. In 1979, a powerful encounter with Jesus Christ marked a turning...

Ariel's world has been turned upside down. Five years have passed since she defeated Ursula and became the voiceless queen of Atlantica, while Ursula took over the kingdom of Eric. However, when...

Sir Edward Leithen's life hangs in the balance as he faces a terminal diagnosis. With only a year to live, he embarks on an extraordinary journey from London to the Canadian Northwest in search of a...

The Quay Brothers Into a Metaphysical Playroom by Suzanne Buchan This in-depth analysis explores the creative oeuvre of the Quay Brothers, known for their innovative use of puppetry and stop-motion...

James Buchanan: A President's Failure. The presidency of James Buchanan is often regarded as one of the most disappointing in US history. This assessment has been consistent for over a century and a...

David Sempill's world is torn apart by conflicting loyalties and ideologies. As a man of God, he must confront the darkness of black magic in the ancient Witch Wood, while his love for Katrine and...

George Buchanan's Political Thought in Early Modern Britain and Europe explores the enduring influence of this influential Scottish humanist. This collection of essays by an international cast of...

John Buchan recounts the infamous massacre that took place in February 1692. The small Clan MacDonald of Glencoe were killed by troops under orders from the English Government, an event that remains...

Public-choice theory, pioneered by James M. Buchanan, examines how government decisions are influenced by self-interest and market forces.This collection of essays and shorter works showcases...

Winter 1913. A young English gardener named Ursula Kelp arrives in Argentina to restore the gardens of Las Lágrimas, a long-abandoned estate deep in the Pampas.The garden is an untameable wilderness,...

In this darkly romantic reimagining of The Little Mermaid, Ariel's world is turned upside down. Five years ago, she traded her voice for a chance to meet Prince Eric, but Ursula's attack left her...

The Word for World is Forest is a powerful exploration of the consequences of violence and the struggle for survival in the face of overwhelming oppression. When the inhabitants of a peaceful world...

Ariel, the sea king's daughter, has always been curious about life above the ocean's surface. She spends her days collecting human treasures from shipwrecks and longing for new adventures. When Ariel...

Create your own unique scarecrow with the Buchanan Scarecrow Ladies' Way. This step-by-step guide features over 150 illustrations and photographs to inspire you in creating a truly one-of-a-kind...

The Battle of Jutland was the largest naval confrontation during World War I, pitting the British and German fleets against each other. John Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, drew upon his unique...

Buchanan-Smith's Axe Handbook is a comprehensive guide to handcraft and the outdoors. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this handbook inspires readers to reconnect with nature and explore their...

A young boy, sent to a school of wizardry, learns the ways of magic and discovers his own powers in this epic fantasy quartet. Ged's journey takes him from a goatherd on the island of Gont to the...

Loving her is a crime that could ruin his entire military career. RAF pilot Tom's life is forever changed when he finally finds Ursula, the woman he left behind in Nazi Germany. However, their love...

Public Principles of Public Debt: A Defense and Restatement by James M. Buchanan is a seminal work that challenges prevailing assumptions about public debt. In this influential book, Buchanan argues...

John Buchan's Midwinter is a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense set against the backdrop of 18th-century history.A trusted confidant of Charles Edward Stewart, Alistair Maclean embarks on a...

Breaststrokes by Margaux Vialleron is a novel that emerges from the complexities of our current time. On a Sunday morning, four women's lives intersect in unexpected ways.These strangers share a...

In Grizzly Cove, a town built by its Alpha bear leader, John, a community of bear shifters thrives. However, when the town comes under attack, John's leadership is put to the test.A woman with hidden...

The Dancing Floor by John Buchan is a novel that explores the idea that civilization can be reborn through its younger generation. At its heart is Kore Arabin, a feisty heroine who experiments with...