478 results for 'Emil Ostrovski'

Emil and the Detectives by Erich Kästner is a thrilling tale of mystery and adventure. When Emil boards the train alone, he's not sure what to expect - especially from his suspicious fellow passenger...

First published in 1762, Emile was publicly burned upon its initial appearance. This revised edition presents Rousseau's treatise on education and human nature, addressing fundamental questions about...

A collection of scattered thoughts and observations, Emile was begun as a personal project for a mother who values her own thoughts. As Rousseau wrote, his initial intention was to create a short...

Alan Bloom's new translation of Emile brings together the translator's gift for journeying between two languages and cultures with Rousseau's perception of the true meaning and significance of...

Hannah & Emil is a powerful and moving novel set against the backdrop of World War II. Based on the author's own family history, this inspiring tale follows two individuals whose lives are forever...

Emile Or, On Education explores the fundamental principles of education and its relationship with human development. Written by Jean-Jacques Rousseau, this treatise delves into the nature of learning...

Emil's antics are back in this collection of hilarious stories. Trouble and fun follow him wherever he goes, making everyone around him laugh.No one is safe from Emil's mischief, as he gets up to all...

Emil Brunner: A Reappraisal offers a comprehensive exploration of Emil Brunner's influential theology and its impact on modern Protestant thought. Alister E. McGrath provides a critical examination...

Emil and the Three Twins by Erich Kästner is a heartwarming story about friendship and loyalty. When Emil and his detectives meet the Byrons, they discover that one of the sons, Jackie, is facing an...

Emile and the Field is a poignant picture book that celebrates a child's love for nature. A young boy cherishes his neighborhood field throughout the changing seasons, finding joy in its beauty and...

Emil's house has become a bit of a zoo. A sneaky rat is causing chaos, and he's determined to catch it. But hiding the trap under his father's bed might not be the best idea.As Emil navigates this...

Emil's adventures are never short of excitement. Whether he's teaching his pet pig to dance, being chased by a mad cow, or wrestling a robber, trouble and fun always seem to follow him.These engaging...

Emil and the Detectives is a thrilling tale of adventure and mystery. When Emil boards the train alone, he's unaware that his journey will lead to a wild chase across Berlin.After falling asleep,...

Written in reaction to the stultifying system of rote learning and memorization prevalent throughout Europe at the time, Emile presents a utopian vision of child-centered education. Rousseau's...

Emil's adventure begins when his seven pounds goes missing on the train. Determined to get it back, he teams up with some detectives in Berlin and sets off on a thrilling quest.A young boy's...

Emil and the Detectives is a heartwarming tale of friendship and ingenuity. When Emil's hard-earned money is stolen on his first railway journey, a group of boys come to his aid, and together they...

Set in the 1920s, Emil and the Detectives is a gripping tale of adventure and mystery. When a young boy is robbed on his first solo train journey, he teams up with a group of children turned...

Stephen Turner's biography of Emile Durkheim offers a comprehensive overview of the French sociologist and moralist. Over the past twenty years, international scholarship has reassembled Durkheim's...

A Man's World: The Double Life of Emile Griffith by Donald McRae is a powerful and thought-provoking biography that explores the life of Emile Griffith, a boxer who defied conventions to achieve...

Emil Nolde: the Great Colour Wizard A comprehensive monograph exploring the life and work of German-Danish painter and printmaker Emil Nolde, one of the first and most important representatives of...

Even Heskey Scored is the autobiography of Emile Heskey, a footballer who defied criticism to achieve success. Despite fierce scrutiny, he won eight trophies and over 60 England caps.A largely unsung...

This comprehensive volume explores the entire spectrum of contemporary sociological inquiry as seen by Emile Durkheim. It includes secondary readings by social thinkers of today, connecting...

The Correspondence Nolde-Klee: A Glimpse into the Creative Relationship between Two Artistic Giants. This book brings together the previously unpublished correspondence between Emil Nolde and Paul...

The Emil Bührle Collection: A Masterpiece Catalogue. This beautifully produced catalogue showcases one of the most significant art collections of the modern era. Between 1936 and 1956, Swiss...

Emil Cioran's Criticism of the Idea of Historical Progress is a thought-provoking exploration of time, utopia, and the notion of historical progress. Daniel Branco provides a meticulous study of...

A comprehensive study guide to Emile Zola's Germinal offers in-depth explanation and analysis of this 19th-century novel. This work provides a detailed exploration of class differentiation in France...

Emil Zátopek was a runner like no other. He won five Olympic medals, set 18 world records, and went undefeated over 10,000 metres for six years. But his toughness was matched by a spirit of...

The story of Emil Zátopek, the greatest long-distance athlete in history, is one of remarkable rise and fall. In 1952, he became the king of the running world with an unprecedented distance treble at...

A powerful new translation of Nobel Prize winner Hermann Hesse's masterpiece of youthful rebellion. Demian is a story of self-discovery and spiritual fulfillment, as a young man awakens to the world...

A pivotal theological debate between two influential thinkers is presented in this reissue of Emil Brunner's 'Nature and Grace'. Karl Barth's response to Brunner's argument for a legitimate natural...

Emil Fackenheim's Post-holocaust Thought and Its Philosophical Sources is a collection of essays that explores the influential thinkers who shaped his philosophical thought. Fackenheim, a renowned...

Sergeant-Detective Émile Cinq-Mars is tasked with a difficult mission in Montreal, 1978. Seventeen break-ins at an apartment complex have left nothing but stolen toasters behind, but Cinq-Mars...

Émile André's 100 Ways to Defend Yourself in the Street is a practical guide for those who need to know how to protect themselves when walking alone. Written by M. P. Lynch, this book offers a...

Émile Zola's life was marked by turmoil and bravery. In 1898, he was sentenced to prison for defending a wrongly convicted man in the Dreyfus Affair. Fleeing France with just hours to spare, Zola...

Demian is a deeply personal and profoundly moving exploration of the human struggle to find balance within. As a young man navigates the complexities of life, he grapples with fundamental questions...

A previously unpublished letter from an Italian aristocrat to a doctor in 1896 has been discovered and translated into English for the first time. The letter reveals the man's experiences with...

Emile Gallé's Art Nouveau designs were hailed as the essence of French design in fin-de-siècle France. His works were seen as a powerful reflection on national belonging, modernity, and the role of...

Émile Zola: A Pioneer of Naturalism Brian Nelson explores the life and work of Émile Zola, a key figure in the literary movement known as naturalism. Zola's novels, such as Les Rougon-Macquart,...

This collection of essays by Émile Durkheim presents a unique perspective on society as both a dynamic system and the seat of moral life. Written in 1893, these three standalone pieces demonstrate...

A concise plan for self-improvement with rules and explanations to help you achieve your goals. This book offers a practical approach to bettering your life. It provides a clear framework for making...

The Rising Tide of Color challenges traditional narratives of race in American history, presenting a different story of politics and social movements. This collection of essays highlights historical...

David Patterson explores Fackenheim's philosophical response to the Holocaust in this thought-provoking book.Fackenheim's writing sheds light on the tensions between Jewish thinking and German...

The Nature of Borders: Salmon, Boundaries, and Bandits on the Salish Sea By Lissa K. Wadewitz University of Washington Press, 2012 For centuries, salmon management has been shaped by borders in the...

Self Mastery Through Conscious Autosuggestion by Emile Coué This book presents a unique approach to personal development, focusing on the power of the unconscious mind. Emile Coué's method emphasizes...

Seattle from the Margins: Exclusion, Erasure, and the Making of a Pacific Coast City By Megan Asaka The history of Seattle is often told as one of urban progress and growth. However, this narrative...

Emily Dickinson's poetry is a testament to her unique perspective on life, writing, and society. This collection, Hope Is the Thing with Feathers, brings together her vast archive of verse, offering...

A Better Society We Should Create Viable Options and Solutions Needed to Create a Better Society by Emil Cosman offers a candid and critical examination of various aspects of society. The author...

Away We Go by Emil Ostrovski is a heart-wrenching and humorous novel about first love and tragic heartbreak. Set in a unique high school, Westing, where students are diagnosed with the Peter Pan...

The Invention of Russia: A Journey from Freedom to War In 1985, Mikhail Gorbachev launched Perestroika, opening Russia up to the world and ending the Cold War. Thirty years later, Russia had become a...

The Tempering of Steel: A Novel by Nikolái Ostrovski This novel explores the idea that just as steel is tempered in fire to become stronger, so too can the human character be shaped and strengthened...

Follow the journey of Emily Starr, a young girl with a vivid imagination and big dreams, as she navigates her way through three novels that explore her coming-of-age story.After her father's passing,...

Emily Windsnap's world is about to change in unexpected ways. When swimming lessons start at school, she feels an inexplicable pull towards the water.As Emily stands beside the pool, she begins to...

Emily Climbs by L. M. Montgomery is a heartwarming story about growing up and following one's dreams. As Emily leaves her home at New Moon Farm to attend high school, she faces new challenges and...

Dark times are upon us. Neci's return brings increased danger and Emily Knight is now her target. To prevent war and stop Neci from destruction, Emily must find the missing warrior first. The...

Emily Starr's life has changed forever after her father's passing. Orphaned and sent to live with her relatives at New Moon Farm, she struggles to fit in under the strict rules of her aunt, Elizabeth...

It's Christmas Eve and a surprise visitor is outside the window. Father Christmas has arrived in his shiny new turbo-charged sleigh, complete with sat-nav. But things aren't going quite to plan.Can...

Emily Brown and Father Christmas by Cressida Cowell is a heartwarming story about cherishing traditions. When Emily's rabbit friend Stanley spots Father Christmas outside her window, she learns an...

Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands is a heartwarming and enchanting tale of faerie folklore and academic adventure. As a genius scholar, Emily embarks on a new project to map the realms of faerie,...

Emily Starr is certain of two things: she will be a great writer and that her relationship with Teddy Kent was meant to be. But when school ends and her friends leave, Emily makes a choice that will...

Emily Windsnap and the Falls of Forgotten Island by Liz Kessler. On her latest holiday, Emily Windsnap is determined to leave adventure behind. But when she finds herself swept up in an ancient...

Emily Wilde's Map of the Otherlands by Heather Fawcett is a heartwarming and enchanting tale of faerie folklore and romance. In this delightful second instalment of the series, a brilliant and...

Emily Climbs is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel about a young girl's journey to self-discovery. When Emily is given the opportunity to attend school, she is thrilled but also faced with...

Emily Knight I Am... Becoming by A. Bello is a thrilling tale of friendship and determination. When one of Emily's closest friends is kidnapped, she leads an elite team on a rescue mission to save...

Little Poet Emily Dickinson: In Emily's Garden brings together beautiful illustrations and lines from Emily Dickinson's poems. A gardener and poet, she was inspired by nature to write nearly 1800...

Lady Emily Mystery series continues with In the Shadow of Vesuvius, a gripping tale that weaves together two distinct storylines from different eras. When Lady Emily discovers a body hidden in plain...

Lady Emily and her husband Colin Hargreaves join their mother on a holiday to Egypt during British colonial rule. Their host, Lord Bertram Deeley, invites his closest friends on a lavish cruise up...

Swim with dolphins and discover the magic of the ocean in this exciting early-reader adventure. When Emily, Shona, and Aaron stumble upon a boat advertising "attractions" at Sea Park, they're eager...

Emily Windsnap and the Pirate Prince Book 8 by Liz Kessler is an exciting new adventure in this popular series. When Emily's boyfriend Aaron is captured by pirates, she must join forces with them to...

Lady Emily Mystery: The Dark Heart of Florence In the midst of rising tensions between Britain and Germany, Lady Emily and her husband Colin Hargreaves find themselves drawn into a complex web of...

The Complete Poems of Emily Brontë is a two-volume collection of the works of one of literature's most beloved authors. Edited by Clement King Shorter, this edition brings together all of Emily...

Emily Windsnap has returned home to Brightport, but she can't shake off the memories of her fantastical adventures on pirate ships and tropical islands. However, her best friend Mandy doesn't seem...

Cambridge professor Emily Wilde is a leading expert on the study of faeries, renowned for her meticulous research and genius scholarship. She is writing the world's first encyclopaedia of faerie...

Bonjour Emily: An Unofficial Cookbook for Fans of Emily in ParisIndulge in the irresistible flavors of France with this culinary exploration, inspired by the streets and style of the City of Lights...

Aaron's pendant goes missing, and his life is turned upside down. A mysterious ship docks at his castle, and everyone seems to be after his trident pendant. Luckily, Emily and Shona are there to help...

Stunning lines from Emily Dickinson's letters have been transformed into poems by Lewis Turco in this unique collaboration between two writers.This collection brings together beautiful and...

Eugène Rougon, the "vice-Emperor," is a man who craves power for its own sake. His Excellency, the sixth novel in Émile Zola's Rougon-Macquart cycle, is a gripping portrayal of the inner workings of...

The world of faerie lore is about to be revealed in a most unexpected way. Emily Wilde, a brilliant and intrepid scholar, is on a mission to write the world's first encyclopaedia of faerie lore. With...

My Favorite Thing Is Monsters Book Two is the eagerly awaited conclusion to a critically acclaimed graphic novel. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of late '60s Chicago, the story follows Karen...

Thérèse Raquin is a novel of turbulent passion, set in a dingy Parisian apartment where the protagonist, Thérèse, is trapped in a loveless marriage. Her life is shattered when she embarks on a...

Dorothy Wordsworth, Emily Bronte and Emily Dickinson: A Study of Poetic Identity This study explores how the consciousness of being a woman affects the workings of the poetic imagination in three...

Looking for Emily is a gripping mystery adventure with brilliant twists and turns from a fresh new voice in children's books. A fast-paced story that will keep you guessing until the very end. With...

A feel-good romantic comedy that will keep you entertained. Emily is a story about a chance encounter that changes the life of its protagonist forever. After meeting Rory Balniel at a party, she...

Emily Dickinson Poems brings together 50 poems by one of America's most beloved poets. In this unique collection, Ted Hughes selects and introduces Emily Dickinson's work, offering insights into his...

Emily's Rescue is a heart-wrenching story about a woman who suffers domestic abuse and struggles with debilitating illnesses. Despite her efforts to escape, she finds herself in desperate need of...

Twelve years have passed since Emily Carlino vanished after her car broke down on a California highway. Her disappearance was never solved, and she was presumed to be one of serial killer Ronny Lee...

Emily: The Cookbook brings together over 100 recipes from one of New York City's and Nashville's most beloved pizza places. At its heart is a collection of crowd-pleasing favorites, including their...

Doris Lessing's first book after winning the Nobel Prize for Literature explores her childhood in Southern Africa and the lives of her parents, both irrevocably damaged by the Great War. Her father's...

Emily Knight I AmA gritty and gripping fantasy novel that explores what it means to be different and misunderstood. Emily Knight is young, self-aware, and intelligent, but her unique qualities also...

Susan Howe's My Emily Dickinson explores the poet's intellectual reach by re-examining her use of wide reading. By closely attending to well-known poems and tracing connections to other writers,...

The third installment in the Battle milk series brings together four new artists to contribute their work to this captivating collection. Their contributions showcase a diverse range of styles and...

Emilia Bassano's radical poetry was published in 1611, making her one of the first women to have her work printed in England. Her collection is notable for its feminist and subversive themes. This...

Emily Noble's Disgrace by Mary Paulson-Ellis is a gripping and absorbing mystery that delves into the complexities of trauma and family secrets.The story centers around Essie Pound, a trauma cleaner...

Cynthia Griffin Wolff's biography of Emily Dickinson offers a vivid portrait of the poet and her times, as well as a fascinating interpretive study of her poems. This in-depth exploration will enable...

This diary tells the remarkable true story of Emily Owen's journey from teenager to young adult. At 15, she was diagnosed with a serious illness that changed her life forever.As she navigates the...

Emily's world is turned upside down when her childhood sweetheart Teddy leaves home to pursue his dreams. As she tries to move on, Emily agrees to marry a man she doesn't love, but in her heart, she...

Emily Forever is a poignant and hard-hitting novel about poverty, social inequality, and class contempt in Norway. At 19 years old, Emily is single, pregnant, and struggling to make ends meet.As she...

In small-town Independence, everyone knows your secrets. Emilee Jackson has struggled to find solace in her life, but that all changes when she meets Landon Strong at the local diner. Landon, a...

Emiline Knight in Training is a charming children's story about learning to read, presented in a traditional watercolored style. Emiline is learning how to be a knight, but struggles with reading...

A queer gothic romance set in a world of strict expectations, Emile's journey to find his own happy ending is fraught with danger and uncertainty. When his aunt demands he marry to secure his...

Things are never dull in the O'Connell family. Fiona finds herself squeezed between her quiet brother and mischievous twin sisters, but she's always been fascinated by Emily Bronte's novels. Yet,...