691 results for 'Dixon, Nell'

Jeremiah Dixon's legacy as Surveyor of the Mason-Dixon Line is still felt today. In 1763, he played a pivotal role in creating one of the most enduring boundaries in American history. This book...

Mason & Dixon, a novel by Thomas Pynchon, tells the story of Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon, two British surveyors who ran the boundary between Pennsylvania and Maryland. Their journey takes them...

Poppy's magical charms take Puppy Nell on an adventure to Holland. When she receives a wooden shoe charm, it whisks her off to a family preparing for Saint Nicholas Day. As Nell participates in their...

Nell and the Circus of Dreams by Nell Gifford is a heartwarming tale that brings the magic of the circus to life. When Nell discovers the circus has arrived near her home, she experiences everything...

The Journey Home is the second exciting adventure from acclaimed illustrator Martin Brown. Brave little Nell and her loyal companion face new challenges as they journey through the wilderness.With...

Ron Wyatt's quest for the truth about the Exodus has been a subject of debate among scholars for years. A self-taught archaeologist and student of the Scriptures, Wyatt believed that the Bible was an...

Nell Plants a TreeA beautifully illustrated picture book about the power of love and care to create something truly special.When Nell plants a seed, she sets in motion a chain of events that will...

Ruby's disappearance on Halloween night has left a lasting impact on Nell Montague. Twenty-three years later, Nell is trapped in an abusive relationship and haunted by vivid nightmares of what she...

The Dixon children navigate the challenges of adolescence in this heartwarming and thought-provoking novel. As they face various issues related to identity, relationships, and growing up, their...

Thomas Pynchon's re-imagined tale of Charles Mason and Jeremiah Dixon weaves together history and fiction to create a rich narrative. The story follows the lives of these two British Surveyors as...

Hellish Nell: Last of Britain's WitchesIn 1944, Helen Duncan, known since childhood as 'Hellish Nell', was one of the most popular mediums of the twentieth century. Her seances were believed to...

A brutal series of sheep killings sets off a chain reaction in rural Somerset, as DCI Nick Dixon is tasked with uncovering the sinister pattern behind the animal slaughters. As the investigation...

Thomas Dixon: A Life and Films of Racial Tension in America Anthony Slide's biography explores the complex life and career of Thomas Dixon, an American writer whose works often reflected and...

Pirate Nell's Tale to Tell is an exciting adventure filled with pirate-filled fun and learning. Nell has finally become a pirate and uses her trusty Pirate's Almanac to help navigate the seas, even...

Home: The Residential Architecture of D. Stanley Dixon presents thirteen projects that showcase the architect's unique approach to classical design with modern influences.Dixon's edited aesthetic...

A gripping mystery unfolds in Beyond the Point, as Detective Nick Dixon delves into a complex web of corruption and death. A young woman's body is found on a building site, with all the hallmarks of...

A trainee jockey is killed in a tragic accident at the local stables, with the case initially ruled as an accident. However, when the jockey's brother returns from his military service, he demands...

Willie Dixon's autobiography offers an intimate look at his life and career as a blues musician. Born in Mississippi, Dixon recounts his experiences growing up during segregation, escaping from...

The Mason-Dixon Line: A Crucible for the Nation Edward G. Gray's magisterial history explores the complex story behind America's defining border, tracing its development from 1767 to the end of the...

A long time ago, a girl lived with her tribe in a cave. Her pet cave bear was her constant companion and source of comfort. When she overhears some grown-ups planning to give the bear away, she knows...

Death and the Singing Birds by Amy Myers is a gripping historical mystery set in 1926 Kent. Chef sleuth Nell Drury is preparing for Lady Ansley's luncheon, but the arrival of new neighbours Sir...

The Reverend Annabelle Dixon Cozy Mysteries Books 1-4 is a digital box set featuring four clean and clever mysteries. This series follows the adventures of a charming and slightly gauche vicar,...

Carnival season gets off to a deadly start in this gripping thriller. Detective Chief Inspector Nick Dixon arrives late for the winter carnival, only to witness a shocking explosion that leaves one...

Detective Inspector Nick Dixon is sent undercover as a trainee teacher into Isobel's boarding school to investigate her murder. The case is going cold, and Dixon must confront his inner demons to...

Detective Inspector Nick Dixon's world is turned upside down when his former climbing partner, Jake Fayter, dies under suspicious circumstances. As Dixon delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a...

Dixon and Daughters by Deborah Bruce is a powerful play about family and forgiveness. After her release from prison, Mary wants to leave her past behind, but her daughter Briana has other plans. Over...

Dixon Jones 2: Buildings and Projects 1998-2019 by Ian Latham is a comprehensive collection of architectural projects and buildings designed by Dixon Jones, a renowned British practice. The book...

A retired teacher is found dead in her Somerset home on a cold January night, sparking a murder investigation. The case takes a surprising turn when a neighbour reports an unscheduled visit from an...

London, 1660, was a city of extremes. King Charles II's love of all things loud and extravagant had taken hold, while women were still second-class citizens. In this tumultuous world, a young Nell...

A severed head discovered in a golf course bunker sets off a frantic search for a serial killer, bringing the town to a standstill. As Detective Inspector Nick Dixon delves deeper into the case, he...

Nell of Gumbling: My Extremely Tiny Forest AdventureNell Starkeeper is back with another adventure from her ordinary life in a magical land. She's about to embark on the Multi-Disciplinary Wilderness...

Nell Bane is a ghostwriter with a keen eye for detail. When she begins to suspect that her high-powered client may not be telling her the whole truth, she starts to unravel his story and finds...

Nell Starkeeper's life in the Magical Land of Gumbling is about to get a lot more complicated. As she navigates seventh grade, Nell's hopes of landing her dream apprenticeship with world-famous...

DI Nick Dixon is faced with a complex and intriguing case when the body of an elderly man is found in an abandoned World War Two pillbox beside the Bridgwater and Taunton Canal. With no clear motive...

A gruesome discovery in a Somerset river sets off a chain reaction in this gripping thriller. A young couple's find of human remains sparks an investigation into a murder with an obvious motive, but...

A gripping historical mystery set in 1926 Kent. Chef sleuth Nell Drury is busy preparing for Lady Ansley's luncheon when the arrival of new neighbours, Sir Gilbert and Lady Saddler, sparks much...

A recent discovery on the Sedgemoor battlefield sets off a chain of events in this gripping thriller. A badly decomposed body is found during an archaeological dig, and Detective Chief Inspector...

Nell Blaine: A Life of Art and Resilience Cathy Curtis explores the remarkable story of Nell Blaine, an American painter who defied adversity to achieve success. After contracting polio, which left...

Nell Tritton's life was one of adventure and intrigue. After her siblings died in the 1919 flu pandemic, she embarked on a journey that would take her to Paris, where she met struggling writers and...

Directing the Tunnellers' War: The Tunnelling Memoirs of Captain HR Dixon MC RE is a unique insight into the conduct of mining operations during World War I. Written by Captain HR Dixon, a Royal...

When Mel Fell for Nell is a poignant and intimate play that explores the highs and lows of a long-lasting love. The story unfolds through a series of scenes and monologues, tracing the journey of Mel...

Discover the beauty of homes that feel like home. Ken Pursley and Jacqueline Terrebonne's latest book showcases 15 stunning houses in three distinct styles, each with its own unique visual narrative...

Who Is Maud Dixon? is a wickedly twisty thriller that introduces you to a character who will stay with you long after you finish reading. Alexandra Andrews's gripping novel follows the complex and...

Vivid descriptions and an eclectic group of colourful characters fill the pages of Horror in the Highlands. Reverend Annabelle Dixon, with her taste for sweets and nose for crime, is drawn into a web...

Behind the Wire: the Road to Oflag VII-B is a unique and detailed account of Captain John Blomfield Dixon's experiences as a prisoner of war during World War II. Dixon's diaries, recently compiled...

David Dixon's Day as a Dachshund is the second book in Kathryn Holmes's humorous Class Critters series. When Mrs. Norrell invites her students to bring something they love from home, David sneaks in...

The Girl from God's Country: Nell Shipman and the Silent Cinema by Kay Armatage is a fascinating study of a pioneering film pioneer. Born in British Columbia, Nell Shipman became a contract actress...

A corpse in a garage sets off a chain of events when Reverend Annabelle Dixon discovers a lifeless hand beneath a parked car. Her encounter with Inspector Mike Nicholls, who is visiting her parish,...

Reverend Annabelle Dixon brings a unique enthusiasm and drive to her clerical position at St. Clement's Church in London. When she meets her friend Sister Mary at a local café, they stumble upon a...

South to America: A Journey Below the Mason-Dixon to Understand the Soul of a NationAn elegant exploration of the complexities of the American South, and by extension, America. Imani Perry's journey...

A decades-old mystery surfaces in a small town, threatening to upend the lives of its residents. Young detective Nell Buchanan is tasked with uncovering the truth behind a cold case, but her arrival...

A collection of beautifully restored vintage lifestyle portraits by artist Nell Brinkley, featuring 42 antique illustrations of women from the early 1900s. These iconic black and white line art...

DCI Ann Dixon's determination to solve a series of horrific murders is put to the ultimate test as she delves into the darkest corners of human depravity.As she navigates a complex web of events...

The Ballad of Eskimo Nell is a collection of bawdy verse and dirty limericks that has gained widespread popularity. This revised edition includes both old favorites and new additions, showcasing the...

A body has washed up in an irrigation canal, the artery running through Yuwonderie, a man-made paradise on the border of the Outback. Stabbed through the heart, electrocuted and dumped under cover of...

Reverend Annabelle Dixon has pulled out all the stops to earn the affection of the handsome Inspector Nicholls. She's even done the unthinkable, and sworn off sweets... for a bit. But when all her...

Nell Walden's impact on modern art is revealed through a feminist lens in this groundbreaking study. By examining archival material, the book sheds new light on Walden's role as a collector and...

A boy and his professor try to stop a rampaging robot in this imaginative tale. When a local legend about a crackpot inventor's robot comes to life, they must tame the steel beast to save their town...

A body has washed up in an irrigation canal, stabbed through the heart and electrocuted. The victim is Athol Hasluck, a member of one of the seven dynasties that have controlled land in this...

Diana Dixon has a lot going on this summer, with a ballroom dance competition, two jobs, and an ex-boyfriend who can't take the hint it's over. Despite all that, she still has plenty of time and...

Death at the Wychbourne Follies is a mystery set in 1926 Kent. A group of actors and actresses reunite to perform a play, but tensions and old scores soon come to the surface. As they prepare for...

Nell and Tess Phase 2 Set 4 by Rachel Russ is an engaging decodable reader designed to support children's phonics skills.Aligned with the Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6, this book features simple,...

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds - Nell and Tess: Band 01B/Pink B is a decodable reader designed to support children's learning of phonics. This book features simple, predictable text...

Theo Sheldon's past has left him with scars that still linger. A home invasion destroyed his life decades ago, but he's determined to protect those he cares about now. When Kim Ryland finds herself...

This 2019 biography tells the story of six young women who revolutionized British writing with their honest and unflinching portrayals of life as a girl. Their work, including Shelagh Delaney's...

Rebel Writers: A Generation of Women Who Redefined Writing and Changed Lives Forever In 1958, a young woman's play about her life in London sparked a movement that would change the world. Shelagh...

Imani Perry's South to America is an elegant meditation on the complexities of the American South and its place in understanding America. By returning to her native Alabama with fresh eyes, Perry...

Nell Frizzell's account of her panic years is a raw, hilarious, and beguilingly honest exploration of the transformative period between mid-twenties and early-forties. This is a time of great change,...

Slavery, freedom, and kidnapping in the mid-Atlantic region of the United States. This is the story of Thomas McCreary, a slave catcher from Cecil County, Maryland. His career as a fugitive slave...

After Man: Expanded 40th Anniversary Edition by Dougal Dixon Renowned science writer Dougal Dixon first posed the question of what strange creatures might evolve in a distant future after human...

The internet of today is a far cry from its early promise of a decentralized, democratic network of innovation, connection and freedom. In the past decade, it has fallen almost entirely under the...

The JOLT Effect: How High Performers Overcome Customer IndecisionBy Matthew Dixon and Ted McKenna, PenguinThis book offers a paradigm-shifting approach to overcoming customer indecision and closing...

The Epic of Gilgamesh is the oldest surviving epic poem, inscribed on clay tablets over 5,000 years ago. This graphic novel brings together the Sumerian version of the epic, translated into English,...

The Handweaver's Pattern Directory by Anne Dixon is a comprehensive guide for handweavers using four-shaft looms. This book features 600 different weaves, including twill, zigzag, diamond,...

Expertly crafted inkle weaving patterns await in this comprehensive guide. Anne Dixon's The Weaver's Inkle Pattern Directory features 400 unique designs, making it the ultimate resource for both...

The Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs is an expert guide to 355 of the world's most well-known dinosaurs, featuring over 900 detailed scientific illustrations. This comprehensive reference book delves into...

Dick Grayson, once known as the Boy Wonder, is now a man on his own. Fired by Batman, he sets out to forge his own path, donning a new uniform and a new name. This 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition of...

This book offers a straightforward introduction to understanding a neurodivergent brain, using simple language and relatable examples. Written by the author after receiving a diagnosis of ADHD and...

Nell Hobs lives with her mum and a menagerie of pets. Her mum drinks too much, but Nell tries to be a good daughter to make things better. When new teacher Mr Samuels tells the class about Nell...

Nell's new life with James and his son Andy seems to be falling into place. She's mending fences with her father and looking to the future, but then Tim, her ex-fiancé, returns to Roone, causing...

Nell Ingram and her team face supernatural evil in this latest paranormal procedural. Nell's expertise is put to the test as she navigates a complex web of supernatural threats. With each new case,...

A shocking revelation from her past threatens to destroy everything Nell thought she knew about her family. A letter arrives informing her that her mother, Sarah, has died - but this is impossible,...

The Detective Dog is a fast-paced celebration of books, reading, libraries, and the special bond between a little boy and his dog. Detective Dog Nell is a dog with a keen sense of smell, known for...

In 1865, Nell's life is marked by simplicity and hardship. She picks violets for a living, her world limited to her brother and the sea. But when Jasper Jupiter's Circus of Wonders arrives in their...

Nell Draper's life is forever changed when she takes in Robert, the five-year-old son of Lord Eversham. With no ability to communicate his needs or desires, Nell must rely on her own instincts to...

A Mischief of Rats is a gripping cosy mystery novel that follows Dr Nell Ward as she uncovers the truth behind a tragic accident at her family's estate. When a car is discovered submerged in a...

Nell's wedding plans are derailed when her friend Rachel offers to join her on what was meant to be their honeymoon. Instead of wasting a week in a posh hotel, they head for the hills and arrive at...

The New Wife: A Psychological Thriller with a Breathtaking Twist Nell Cosgrove's life seems perfect - she married her wealthy boss within six months, and they live in a beautiful riverside home. But...

After being forced to leave home by her father, Nell Willett embarks on a journey to find happiness in Lancashire. However, her happiness is short-lived, and she soon finds herself at a crossroads. A...

Nell Gwynne's life was marked by hardship and determination. Born into poverty, she rose from selling oranges in a London theater to becoming a leading comedic actress. Her natural charm and...

The fourth novel in Faith Hunter's Soulwood series is set in a world of magic and mystery. Nell Ingram, a young woman with the ability to channel power from the earth, joins forces with the Psy-Law...

A Cast of Falcons: An Unputdownable British Cozy Murder Mystery When the wedding of her oldest friend ends in murder, Dr Nell Ward finds herself entangled in a web of secrets and lies. Percy's...

A family wedding, an unsolved murder, and a dark omen in the Irish countryside. Dr Nell Ward's arrival at a picturesque farmhouse to attend her friends' wedding coincides with a series of unsettling...

Nell Armstrong's life as a seamstress is about to take an unexpected turn. When Brand Nolte walks into her shop, she sees an opportunity to teach his three girls how to sew and create beautiful...

A Black and Endless Sky by Matthew Lyons is a white-knuckled horror-thriller set across the American Southwest. Road trips can be hell, but for siblings Jonah and Nell Talbot, this journey may prove...

A peaceful life in their Massachusetts home was shattered when Nelle's solitude was brutally interrupted. An intruder overpowered her and dragged her to the basement, where she was forced to make a...

The Muse by Nell Dunn This slim volume is an entertaining and thought-provoking account of a life-changing friendship. It begins with Nell's chance meeting with Josie at the age of 22, which sets in...

A killer is hiding in plain sight, like a snake in the long grass. Dr Nell Ward's discovery of a woman's body on Furze Heath sets off a chain of events that leads to a tightly coiled mystery. As the...

Nell has carried a secret for sixteen years. Now she must confront the truth. In November 1884, after nine months at sea, Nell returns to life on dry land, but memories of her past linger. She seeks...

Duty and dreams are intertwined in this poignant novel about a young woman's struggle to balance her responsibilities with her own desires. Nell Goodman is a devoted daughter, but as her mother's...