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Benjamin Zephaniah's life story is a testament to the power of poetry and the importance of pushing boundaries with the arts. From his early days as a punk and Rasta, to his travels around the world...

The High Court's verdict in the libel trial between Deborah Lipstadt and David Irving has left an indelible mark on the world of historical scholarship. In this thought-provoking exploration, Richard...

Benjamin Franklin: A New PerspectiveThis biography offers a fresh and engaging account of the life and work of one of America's most influential figures. Kevin J. Hayes takes a unique approach,...

Philosophy for Life and Other Dangerous Situations explores how ancient philosophy can inform our lives and improve our well-being. Jules Evans draws on the wisdom of 12 influential philosophers from...

The Evans Symposium: A Collection of Arthur Evans' Research on Witchcraft and the Gay Counterculture In 1975, Arthur Evans presented a series of lectures on the cultural roots of LGBT history in...

Walter Benjamin's complex and influential fashion theory is redefined in this insightful new book. Philipp Ekardt situates Benjamin's ideas within 1930s Parisian couture, drawing on lesser-known...

The Bill Evans Omnibook for Piano is a comprehensive collection of 40 jazz standards, presented in exact note-for-note transcriptions. This spiral-bound book is ideal for keyboardists looking to...

Constable Evans is faced with his third arson attack in as many weeks. This time, however, the fire is fatal and a body is found in the ashes. As tensions run high among the villagers, Evans must...

In a world where war has been waged for almost two centuries, a young man named Tau seeks a way to escape the endless conflict. Born without the gift of magic, Tau is destined to fight and die in the...

Discover the Power of Sprouts for a Healthier You The Sprout Book reveals the incredible benefits of incorporating sprouts into your diet, from boosting nutrition to supporting weight loss and...

Constable Evan Evans has found his perfect home in a charming old shepherd's cottage. However, his dream of a peaceful life is disrupted when he discovers a human skeleton under the flagstones while...

Benjamin's Ghosts Interventions in Contemporary Literary and Cultural Theory by Gerhard Richter explores the implications of Walter Benjamin's work for today's critical concerns. This collection of...

The Benjamin Files by Fredric Jameson offers a comprehensive new reading of Walter Benjamin's major works and lesser-known writings. This collection provides insight into Benjamin's unique approach...

The peaceful village of Llanfair is turned upside down by the arrival of hot-shot filmmakers from London. They're dredging Llyn Llydaw Lake to find a World War II German bomber for a documentary, but...

The Benjamin Files offers a comprehensive new reading of Walter Benjamin's major works and lesser-known writings. Fredric Jameson explores the complex relationship between Benjamin's philosophical...

Walter Benjamin's thought has long been associated with philosophy and literary criticism, but his relationship to visual art remains understudied. This book offers a systematic analysis of the...

Walter Benjamin's thought is deeply rooted in language, and his concepts often reveal themselves through a distinctive stylistic trait: the critical suffix "-ability". In this book, Samuel Weber...

Constable Evan Evans is called to the idyllic Welsh village of Llanfair, expecting a peaceful retreat from city violence. Instead, he's drawn into a complex web of murder and suspicion that threatens...

In 1940, Walter Benjamin's life was marked by turmoil. With Nazi tanks closing in, he fled Paris with his precious manuscript, a thousand handwritten pages that would become his masterpiece. This...

What Is God Like? is a heartwarming picture book that explores the nature of God through the eyes of a child. Based on the Bible, the book features beautiful illustrations that bring to life God's...

Merlyn Evans: A Life and Work Shaped by Conviction. This monograph explores the life and art of Merlyn Evans, an artist deeply affected by poverty and violence in Glasgow during the late 1920s and...

Walter Benjamin's Radio Benjamin brings together his surviving radio broadcasts for the first time in English. This eclectic collection showcases the range of his thinking and enthusiasm for popular...

Walter Benjamin's writing presents a unique challenge to readers. In his essay "The Task of the Translator," he states that no poem is intended for the reader, no image for the beholder, and no...

The Itinerary of Benjamin of Tudela by Tudela Benjamin This 12th-century travelogue recounts Rabbi Benjamin's journey from his native Spain to the Holy Land, offering a unique glimpse into the...

Benjamin Zephaniah's first collection from Bloodaxe, published in 1992, City Psalms features some of his most well-known poems, including 'Dis Poetry', 'Money' and 'Us and Dem'. This collection...

Evanly Choirs: A Cozy Wlesh Village Mystery by Rhys BowenWhen world-renowned tenor Ifor Llewelyn arrives in the village, he's agreed to help out with the male voice choir. But things take a deadly...

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a thought-provoking tale about the nature of aging. Born as an old man, Benjamin Button ages in reverse, leading to a life that is both fascinating and...

Walker Evans Signs presents a unique perspective on American culture through the photographer's iconic images of signs. Spanning over five decades, these photographs showcase Evans' fascination with...

The Gallows Pole by Benjamin Myers In 18th-century England, a group of weavers and land-workers embark on a criminal enterprise that will shake the foundations of the economy. The Cragg Vale Coiners,...

Walter Benjamin: A Life of Intense Intellectual Combat. Esther Leslie presents a unique and intimate portrait of Walter Benjamin, drawing upon his journal writings and personal correspondence. This...

Walter Benjamin and the Antinomies of Tradition by John Joseph McCole explores the complex relationship between Walter Benjamin and tradition. This book examines how Benjamin navigated the tension...

Dear Evan Hansen, Today's going to be an amazing day and here's why... A letter that was never meant to be seen changes everything for high school senior Evan Hansen, drawing him into the Murphy...

The petite-bourgeoisie, a class between the working class and the bourgeoisie, has emerged as a powerful force in modern society. Despite initial expectations that it would decline, structural...

The Return of Benjamin Lay by Marcus Rediker and Naomi Wallace is a bold exploration of an utterly impossible man. Three hundred years after his death, Benjamin Lay returns from the grave as feisty...

Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons by Alice B. McGinty is a heartwarming story about love and self-control. On Rosh Hashanah, Rabbi Benjamin receives a special holiday vest with four silver buttons from his...

Dear Evan Hansen is a deeply personal and profoundly universal musical about truth, fiction, and the price we're willing to pay for connection. A letter that was never meant to be seen sets off a...

Benjamin's Library: A New Reading of Walter Benjamin's Origin of the German Tragic DramaThis book offers a systematic reading of Walter Benjamin's Origin of the German Tragic Drama, exploring its...

Walter Benjamin's Grave by Michael Taussig is an essay about the cemetery and eyewitness accounts of Benjamin's border travails. In 2002, the author visited Benjamin's grave in Port Bou, Spain, where...

Discover the hidden gem of the Balkans with Bradt's North Macedonia, the only standalone English-language guidebook to this increasingly popular destination available outside the country. Thoroughly...

A beautifully illustrated Little Golden Book based on the live-action Disney film, The Little Mermaid, brings the beloved story to life for young readers. The story follows Ariel, a young mermaid...

Benjamin and the Silver Goblet tells the story of two brothers who are reunited after years apart.A retelling of an Old Testament tale, this book explores themes of family, forgiveness and redemption...

Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons by Alice B. McGinty is a heartwarming story about a Rabbi who loves his congregation and their traditions. On Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, the Rabbi's congregation...

Walter Benjamin Critical Constellations by Graeme Gilloch provides a clear and insightful exploration of the works of Walter Benjamin. This book offers a close reading of Benjamin's major studies, as...

Evan Ryder returns in The Kobalt Dossier, a gripping thriller from New York Times bestselling author Eric Lustbader. Evan works for a clandestine arm of the Department of Defense, dedicated to...

Walter Benjamin: A Critical Life by Howard Eiland and Michael W. Jennings is a comprehensive biography that sheds new light on the life and work of one of the 20th century's most influential thinkers...

Benjamin January investigates a murder that has echoes from his past. In 1839, a British spymaster's body is found in the New Basin Canal, and Benjamin is offered a hundred dollars to find the killer...

Layer: A candid and insightful account of how to succeed in the design industryThis monograph from one of the world's most sought-after contemporary design studios, LAYER, offers a unique perspective...

Walter Benjamin and the City is a thought-provoking study of the city's enduring influence on modern society. Graeme Gilloch explores the lifelong fascination of philosopher Walter Benjamin with...

Walter Benjamin A Graphic Guide explores the life and ideas of one of modern philosophy's most influential thinkers. This graphic guide delves into Benjamin's commitment to using art as a tool for...

Experience F. Scott Fitzgerald's story of Benjamin Button in its complete original form.This edition includes a free audiobook access, as well as two bonus features: F. Scott Fitzgerald's Influence -...

Walter Benjamin's correspondence reveals the evolution of his most powerful ideas and offers an intimate picture of the man behind 20th-century criticism. Through letters to Scholem, Adorno, Rilke,...

Pocahontas to Benjamin Bolling is a historical exploration that delves into the complex ancestry of one American family. The book examines the relationships between Pocahontas, Colonel Robert...

Australia A Benjamin Blog and His Inquisitive Dog Guide takes you on an exciting journey through one of the world's most fascinating countries. This engaging book explores Australian history,...

The Italian Game and Evans Gambit offers a comprehensive guide to two of chess's most popular openings. This book provides in-depth coverage of the Italian Game and its connection to the Evans...

A valuable and insightful look at the life of one of America's most influential figures, The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers a unique perspective on the man behind the Declaration of...

Walter Benjamin's Unpacking My Library offers a unique perspective on the complex relationships between objects and their owners. In this personal meditation, he explores his career as a book...

Benjamin Franklin's Bastard by Sally Cabot is a gripping tale of family, love and war set against one of America's most fascinating periods of history. The story revolves around the complex...

The Lost Journals of Benjamin Tooth by Mackenzie Crook. This is the remarkable story of Benjamin Tooth's journey to unlock the secrets of eternal life. Through his journals, we follow his...

Walker Evans: A Photographer's Vision. Renowned art historian Svetlana Alpers explores the creative approach of celebrated photographer Walker Evans, uncovering rich parallels between his work and...

Walker Evans: American Photographs Seventy-Fifth Anniversary Edition A landmark publication that has shaped our understanding of America, Walker Evans' photographs have become an integral part of the...

Walker Evans: A Photographer's Vision. Renowned art historian Svetlana Alpers explores the creative approach of celebrated photographer Walker Evans, delving into his distinctive photographs and...

Splodge, Dodge and Benjamin The Adventures Of... is a heartwarming tale about an unlikely friendship between three animals. When Splodge the rabbit meets up with Bennie the cat and Dodge the dog next...

The Collected Works of H. Evan Runner, Vol. 2 Walking in the Way of the WordA comprehensive collection of essays, lectures, and speeches from Dr. Howard Evan Runner, a leading scholar of...

Agent Evan Ryder returns in The Quantum Solution, a gripping new thriller from Eric Van Lustbader. Evan Ryder is an extraordinary intelligence field agent working for Parachute's security arm, which...

Walter Benjamin at the Dairy Queen: Reflections on Sixty and Beyond by Larry McMurtry is a poignant exploration of the American West. The author draws upon an essay by German literary critic Walter...

Benjamin Franklin's autobiography offers a unique glimpse into the life and experiences of one of America's founding fathers. Written in his own words, this self-portrait provides an intimate look at...

Walter Benjamin's París is a unique exploration of the city's enduring allure. Here, the author reveals how Paris operates as both a beautiful and threatening place, much like the volcano that bears...

Dear Evan Hansen: A Big-Hearted Coming-of-Age Story When a letter that was never meant to be seen changes everything for high school senior Evan Hansen, he is given the chance to belong. He just has...

Benjamin Franklin: A Life of Enduring Influence This comprehensive biography explores the remarkable life of Benjamin Franklin, a true Renaissance man who helped shape America's national character...

Benjamin Franklin's Book of Virtues is a collection of 13 moral virtues that Franklin wrote about in his memoirs. First published posthumously in 1791, this pocket-sized hardcover edition provides a...

Benjamin Waterfalls has hit rock bottom. With no home to call his own and a life filled with stolen goods, he's been caught one too many times. His mother proposes sending him to live with his father...

The Excellent Benjamin Keach explores the life and thought of a key figure in 17th-century English Nonconformity. Ministering during turbulent times, Benjamin Keach endured both persecution for his...

Walter Benjamin's "Juguetes" is a collection of essays that explore the intersection of art and technology in early 20th-century Europe. Written in Spanish, this edition was published by Casimiro in...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and mind of one of America's most iconic founding fathers. In this engaging memoir, Franklin recounts his remarkable...

Peter Rabbit's next adventure begins with his brave cousin, Benjamin Bunny. This charming picture book edition features Beatrix Potter's original text and beautifully engaging illustrations in a new...

Walter Benjamin Stares at the Sea by C. D. Rose is a collection of entrancing literary fables that belong on the same shelf as Italo Calvino's "If on a Winter's Night a Traveler" and other works by...

Benjamin Franklinstein Meets the Fright Brothers is the next hilarious installment in a series about history's greatest undead inventors. When Benjamin Franklin awakens from his long sleep, he finds...

A collection of writings by one of America's most beloved figures, Benjamin Franklin. This selection showcases his remarkable literary talent and enduring legacy.Walter Isaacson provides an...

Benjamin West was a young artist with a remarkable gift - the ability to create paintings so lifelike they took one's breath away. However, his family, part of a deeply religious Quaker community,...

Transcribe the music of Bill Evans with note-for-note piano, bass and drum arrangements.This collection features seven super tunes performed by Bill Evans, Marc Johnson and Joe La Barbera, including...

Bobby Jones's errant golf shot lands with a sickening thud on the rocks below. As he rushes to his ball, he finds a crumpled body, dying and clutching for breath. In his final moments, the man utters...

Evan Blessed is a gripping mystery that unfolds in a picturesque Welsh village. When a young hiker appears at Evan's doorstep, he sets out to find his missing fiancée Shannon, who has vanished while...

The Bill Evans Trio, 1959-1961 is a collection of eight great tunes performed by one of jazz's most iconic trios. Transcribed note-for-note, this book features the piano, bass and drums of Bill...

Benjamin Sisko's autobiography offers a unique perspective on his life and career, spanning his time in Starfleet and his role as Emissary of the Prophets on Bajor.From his early days to his...

The Cambridge Companion to Walter Benjamin provides a comprehensive introduction to the thought of influential twentieth-century critic and theorist Walter Benjamin. This volume offers in-depth...

Walter Benjamin Overpowering Conformism by Esther Leslie offers a fresh perspective on the work of a key twentieth-century political thinker. By examining the entirety of Benjamin's oeuvre, rather...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is an unfinished record of his life written by himself from 1771 to 1790. It has become one of the most famous and influential examples of an autobiography ever...

Gil Evans: Out of the Cool His Life and Music is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and career of Gil Evans, a self-taught musician who left an indelible mark on American music. Through...

Dear Evan Hansen Through the Window is the official behind-the-scenes book of the hit musical that won six Tony Awards. This book tells the story of the musical from its conception to the Broadway...

Seventy-four years after his death, a narrator sets out to uncover the truth about Benjamin Walter's final hours in a small Spanish town.In September 1940, a group of refugees fled France through a...

Begun as a collection of anecdotes for his son, Benjamin Franklin's autobiography has become a self-portrait of an American icon. Written by one of America's most remarkable figures, this memoir...

Benjamin and Brecht: The Story of a Friendship A fascinating account of the friendship between two of the twentieth century's most brilliant minds is presented in this groundbreaking work. Walter...

Walter Benjamin's Archive Images, Texts, Signs is an intimate collection of personal manuscripts, images, and documents that reveal the inner workings of one of the 20th century's most influential...

Explore the sacred and transformative properties of psychoactive plants from around the world. This revised edition of Plants of the Gods brings together the latest scientific updates and rare color...

Walter Benjamin's "On the Concept of History" is a philosophical and political text of great importance. Written in 1940, it was Benjamin's attempt to escape the Gestapo, and he ultimately took his...

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin is a remarkable record of its author's life, written over several decades. Divided into four parts, it reflects the different periods in which Franklin wrote...

The Portable Benjamin Franklin brings together a wide range of writings from one of America's most fascinating figures. This comprehensive collection includes Franklin's complete Autobiography, as...

Benjamin Franklin: A Life of Enduring Influence Walter Isaacson's biography of Benjamin Franklin is a sweeping narrative that explores the life of America's most fascinating founding father. From his...

The Death and Life of Mal Evans A Novel by Peter Lee In a shocking turn of events, former Beatle roadie Mal Evans finds himself lying in a Los Angeles apartment, dying of a gunshot wound. As he...

Benjamin's Box: The Story of the Resurrection Eggs tells the story of a young boy's journey to discover the true meaning of Jesus' ministry. Along the way, he fills his wooden box with special...