30 results for 'Carpentier, Margaux'

A haunting novel of nineteenth-century Haiti, The Kingdom of This World is a masterful exploration of the brutal struggle for liberation. Set in the aftermath of Haiti's independence from French...

Four short stories featuring the detective Father Brown, adapted for young readers. These mysteries, written by G. K. Chesterton, have been adapted for a younger audience by Nancy Carpentier Brown...

Carol Ann Duffy's Christmas Eve at The Moon Under Water is a festive poem adorned with sumptuous illustrations by Margaux Carpentier. On this enchanting Christmas Eve, anything is possible in a...

Darwin's Tree of Life explores the incredible diversity of life on earth, tracing its evolution from 6 billion years ago to the present day. This beautifully illustrated book reveals how plants and...

Darwin's Tree of Life explores the incredible diversity of life on earth, tracing the evolution of plants and animals from 6 billion years ago to the present day. This beautifully illustrated book...

Inferno by Larry Niven and Jerry Pournelle A science fiction writer's life takes a dramatic turn when he finds himself at the gates of hell. After being thrown from his luxury apartment, Allen...

Set in the vibrant and tumultuous world of 19th-century Haiti, El reino de este mundo is a captivating tale of passion and intrigue. Against the backdrop of the Bonapartist court, Carpentier...

The Yellow Kitchen by Margaux Vialleron is a rich and intoxicating exploration of female friendship, food, and desire. In this novel, three women - Claude, Sophie, and Giulia - form an unbreakable...

Alejo Carpentier's "Explosion in a Cathedral" is a masterpiece of Latin American fiction that reintroduces English-language readers to this giant of the genre. In its first new English translation in...

Alejo Carpentier's "El recurso del método" presents a fictional account of a dictator in an archetypal Latin American country, drawing heavily from the author's own experiences and knowledge of 1920s...

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...

A historical novel based on the figure of Victor Hugues, who lived in Guadalupe at the end of the 18th century, explores the themes of eroticism, violence, and the futility of rebellion. This work is...

This book explores the complex and multifaceted history of magic realism through the writings of three key thinkers: art historian Franz Roh, novelist Alejo Carpentier, and cultural critic Fredric...

A stolen masterpiece from World War II sets off a thrilling game of cat and mouse in this gripping novel. When young journalist Jules Roth is tasked with tracking down the infamous painting "Woman on...

El Señor Presidente by Miguel Angel Asturias is a powerful denunciation of the dictatorships that once plagued Hispanoamérica. This novel tells the story of a fictional president who, through his own...

Tiger, Tiger A Memoir is a poignant and deeply personal account of one woman's complex relationship with her beloved partner. At just seven years old, Margaux Fragoso found herself in a loving yet...

A decades-old secret lies hidden in the past. When Kat Jourdan discovers a priceless collection of Dior gowns in her grandmother's remote cottage, she sets out to uncover the truth about their origin...

Linda Hutcheon examines the modes and techniques of narcissistic fiction in this original study. Narcissistic narrative is fiction that includes commentary on its own narrative and linguistic nature,...

Bébé Day by Day: 100 Keys to French Parenting offers practical wisdom for parents and caregivers. Journalist Pamela Druckerman shares her findings from researching French parenting, drawing on her...

A new translation of Alejo Carpentier's seminal work introduces English-language readers to this giant of Latin American fiction.In this Penguin Classic, a disillusioned composer embarks on a journey...

The Yellow Kitchen by Margaux Vialleron is a sensual and poignant exploration of female friendship, food, and desire. In this vibrant novel, three women - Claude, Sophie, and Giulia - form an...

A gripping tale of passion and possession unfolds in Woman on Fire. When Jules Roth, a young journalist, is given an unusual assignment to locate a stolen painting, she finds herself entangled in a...

The Son A Novella by Gina Berriault is a haunting tale that explores the complexities of human desire and the constraints placed upon women in the 1940s. At its core, this story revolves around...

In "In the Ring With Jack Dempsey - Part II 1919 - 1923", Adam J Pollack delves into the most significant moments of Jack Dempsey's career, from his successful title defenses to his personal life...

In Search of the Sacred Book explores how religious concepts are incorporated into contemporary Latin American novels. This study examines the continued relevance of religion in Latin American life...

Jack Dempsey was instrumental in creating the first million-dollar gate, a milestone event that took place in 1921 when he faced Georges Carpentier, the French heavyweight champion. Dempsey's victory...

Versiones brings together adaptations of Latin American literary classics by renowned writers, created between 1975 and 1985. This unique collection showcases how great literature can be reimagined...

The Voice of the Masters: Writing and Authority in Modern Latin American Literature by Roberto González Echevarría is a groundbreaking study that challenges conventional approaches to literary...

Jack Dempsey was instrumental in creating the first million-dollar gate. In 1921, he faced Georges Carpentier, the French heavyweight champion, and went on to annihilate his opponent. This momentous...

La consagración de la primavera is a novel that explores some of the most significant social and political events of the 20th century. Against the backdrop of the Russian Revolution and the rise of...