524 results for 'Garner, Lesley'

James Garner's remarkable story, as told in his own words, offers a unique glimpse into the life of one of Hollywood's most beloved legends. From his Depression-era childhood to his six-decade...

Shooting Secrets: What Winners Know and Coaches Don't Tell YouLesley Goddard, a former Great Britain international shooter, shares her insights into the mental and physical disciplines required to...

Explore the Magical World of Herbs Discover the secrets of herbs and create your own healing potions, remedies, and magical preparations. This enchanting workbook is filled with recipes, projects,...

Lesley Pearse's first autobiography is a story of resilience and determination. Born into an orphanage after her mother's death, she went on to experience a tumultuous twenties in London, working as...

James Garner's film and television career spanned over five decades, entertaining millions with his memorable performances. This comprehensive collection explores the key films, made-for-television...

The dramatic true story of Margaret Garner and her family's fight for freedom is revealed in this meticulously researched collection of primary documents. In January 1856, the Garners were at the...

A clinically focused guide to the key elements of microbiology and infection, this pocket book helps healthcare staff avoid common mistakes in everyday medicine and antibiotic prescribing. It covers...

A collection of witty garden quips and practical advice for the modern gardener. Lesley Masters brings together a miscellany of quotes and prose to inspire and inform, covering everything from shed...

Lesley Blanch was a true original - an artist to her fingertips, a writer, a traveler, and a talented illustrator. Her life was marked by passion, mystery, and adventure. From a young age, she had a...

Concert by the Sea is a collection of 11 piano/keyboard transcriptions from the original 1955 release by jazz pianist Erroll Garner. This edition features the complete set of arrangements, including...

Lesley Gore's remarkable life and career are told in this comprehensive biography. From her debut single "It's My Party" to her enduring legacy as a pioneering female artist, Gore's story is one of...

A spellbinding mystery of obsession and guilt unfolds in this poignant story of what happens to those left behind when a child vanishes without trace.It's the summer of 1968, a day marked by tragedy...

David Foster Wallace and Bryan A. Garner discuss language and writing in this in-depth interview.The conversation, recorded in February 2006, covers their shared interest in the power of language and...

Ava Harris returns to her hometown of Glace Bay, Cape Breton, after ten years away. She's been living a life of luxury in Los Angeles as actress Ava, but a family crisis brings her back to the small...

New Bones Abolition explores the complex and often fraught relationship between resistance and survival in the face of state violence. Joy James examines the concept of "Captive Maternal," which...

The Mistress Next Door: An Utterly Gripping Thriller Full of Shocking Twists. Life in Prospect Close seems idyllic for Oliver and his family, but beneath the surface, cracks begin to appear. A...

This House of Grief by Helen Garner is a true-crime book that explores the aftermath of a devastating family tragedy. In 2005, a father drove his three young sons to their mother, his ex-wife, after...

Alan Garner's memoir is a lyrical and revelatory account of his life, tracing the line from his working-class childhood in Cheshire during World War II to his education and eventual career as a...

The Last Thing He Told Me is a gripping novel about a woman whose life is turned upside down when her husband disappears, leaving her with a cryptic note to protect their teenage daughter. As Hannah...

The Weirdstone of Brisingamen by Alan Garner In this timeless fantasy novel, two children, Colin and Susan, find themselves at the centre of a mysterious quest. Pursued by eerie creatures across the...

Charlie by Lesley Pearse is a gripping and emotional saga about a girl's quest for truth and protection. When Charlie witnesses a brutal attack on her mother, she sets out to uncover the secrets...

Beyond the Five Senses by Lesley Metcalfe explores the idea that our thoughts hold the key to unlocking our full potential. Through personal stories, the book delves into the human experience of...

Nora's life is a whirlwind of communal households, public pools, and nights spent dancing and drinking. But when she meets Javo, with his wild face and violent blue eyes, her world is turned upside...

Get the most out of your pregnancy journey with this comprehensive week-by-week guide. Written by renowned obstetrician Professor Lesley Regan, this book takes you through every stage of pregnancy,...

The Cobra Goddess & the Chaos Serpent In Ancient Egypt by Lesley Jackson is a meticulous study of the history, mythology, symbolism and importance of snake and serpent deities in Ancient Egypt. This...

Alice Kent's life is turned upside down when she's approached by a man claiming to be her father, Angus Tweedy. He reveals that he served time in prison for marrying her mother, Sally, bigamously,...

Treacle Walker is a moving and remarkable novel about a young boy's mysterious friendship with a rag-and-bone man. Living alone in an old house, the boy's life is transformed when the stranger...

The Other Tenant by Lesley Kara is a gripping new thriller that explores the darker side of human nature. When Marlow takes a live-in property guardianship job at a Victorian school, she's forced to...

The Married Widows of Cornwall: A Story of Resilience and Resourcefulness In the 19th century, thousands of Cornish wives were left behind as their husbands emigrated to work overseas. These 'married...

The Story of RAF Hixon No 30 Operational Training Unit 1942-1945 by Malcolm Garner This book tells the story of RAF Hixon, a Second World War training airbase built in 1941 near the village of Hixon...

Eve's decision to leave her husband, Don, was motivated by a desire to protect her children from his abuse. However, she soon finds herself in a desperate situation where she must confront the...

Burst into colour with this enchanting fairy garden painting book. Featuring 16 scenes to paint, including a snow-covered garden, a lake of lily pads, and a fairy fruit patch, the intricate black and...

This collection of short essays offers practical guidance and emotional support for navigating life's challenges. Lesley Garner shares her own experiences and insights to help you find your way when...

The Owl Service is a story of mystery and adventure that weaves together history, human relationships, and a complex web of events. When Alison discovers a dinner service in the attic with a curious...

A single summer in London sets the stage for a life-altering exploration of masculinity and queerness in the digital age. Isaac's journey begins with a disappointing yet addictive experience through...

Learn effective communication skills from a book that has helped millions worldwide. Conversationally Speaking, now updated for the 2020s, provides proven strategies for improving your everyday...

The Wartime Bookshop is a heartwarming and nostalgic novel that explores the lives of three women in a small village during World War II. As the war effort takes hold, these women find themselves...

The Spoon Stealer is a heartwarming and humorous novel about a woman's journey to heal and reconnect with her past. Emmeline, a retired woman with a rich history, joins a memoir-writing course at the...

A wonderful collection of stories from across the globe is presented in this engaging book. It features ten folktales specially chosen from around the world, each beautifully illustrated by artists...

The Eve of Gomrath is a sequel to The Weirdstone of Brisingamen, a story of magic and adventure. On the Eve of Gomrath, the Old Magic is awakened, and the balance between good and evil is threatened...

Lose yourself in this powerful historical novel, based on a real-life tragedy. When their father kills their mother, Dulcie and her sister are sent to an orphanage, with promises of a better life in...

The Gingerbread Man is a delightful picture book retold for younger children. Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch him, he's the Gingerbread Man! But although he may be able to out-run...

Wellesley College: A Pioneering Story of Women's Education On September 8, 1875, Wellesley College opened its doors to its first students, marking the beginning of a remarkable journey in women's...

It's Christmas time in the village, but the festive spirit is overshadowed by a gruesome discovery. A body is found in a doorway just two weeks before the big day, and Libby Sarjeant is called upon...

Churchwood has never needed The Wartime Bookshop more than it does now. Under threat at a critical moment, the community must come together to keep spirits high. For Alice, Kate, and Naomi, the...

Wellesley Tudor Pole's life is a paradox of contrasts. On the surface, he appears as a conventional London businessman, but beneath this façade lies a complex and enigmatic individual. This book...

Life Lessons: Things I Wish I'd Learned EarlierA collection of essays from Lesley Garner, a highly acclaimed columnist for the Daily Telegraph, offering insights and wisdom gained from her experience...

Dorothy Wellesley was a poet, gardener, traveller and heiress with a life as unconventional as her name. Her relationships and friendships were marked by passion and rebellion, including a...

A murder in a Sandbanks mansion sets off a complex investigation for DCI Lesley Clarke. The victim's ex-husband and housekeeper are found dead, and Lesley must untangle the evidence to uncover the...

This collection of essays explores the lesser-known works of Victorian writers through a feminist lens. From Anne Bronte to Mary Ward, the contributors examine key themes such as the relationship...

A murder in a Sandbanks mansion sets off a complex investigation for DCI Lesley Clarke. A wealthy lawyer and her companion are found brutally murdered, with multiple suspects emerging. As Lesley...

A Murder in Wellesley: A True Story of Deception and Betrayal In 1999, a brutal murder shook the affluent community of Wellesley, Massachusetts. Mabel Greineder's savage killing sent shockwaves...

Lesley Williams' poignant collection of poetry, Daughter of Mine, is a heart-wrenching exploration of grief and loss. Written by her mother, Lesley, this powerful work of verse captures the...

Twelve-year-old Lesley has lived in the Homes since she was three weeks old. She and her best friend Jonesy have known hard lives, but never danger - until now. A girl is found dead at the Homes,...

The House of Doors by Twan Eng Tan is set in 1921 at Cassowary House in the Straits Settlements of Penang. Robert Hamlyn, a well-to-do lawyer, and his wife Lesley, a society hostess, are joined by an...

This is the heart-wrenching story of Lesley Ann Downey, a 10-year-old girl who was abducted by Ian Brady and Myra Hindley on Boxing Day 1964. Her brother Terry's decision not to accompany her to the...

A seemingly perfect family is built on deception. For Lesley, her husband Seb and their young daughter Evie were everything she had ever wanted - but one secret threatened to destroy it all. As the...

A GBP15 million EuroMillions jackpot changes the life of Lesley Kinnock and her family forever. When she returns to their house one spring afternoon, she finds it empty: their 15-year-old daughter...

A humorous and heartwarming tale of love and self-discovery unfolds in 1929 London. When Lesley Frewen's life is disrupted by an unexpected inheritance, she impulsively adopts a young boy named...

All Is Love Poems, Essays and Photographs by Lesley S. King This collection brings together poetry, essays, and photographs to help you find true joy in life. Through her own experiences as a...

Lesley has always fancied herself as an amateur sleuth. When Al hires her to investigate his elderly uncle's young fiancée, she jumps at the chance. The job involves posing as Al's girlfriend and...

A remarkable memoir from one of our greatest living writers, Alan Garner, takes readers back to a forgotten England. In 'Where Shall We Run To?', Garner recounts his early childhood in Cheshire,...

The Ghost Village Murders by Rachel McLean is the gripping final instalment to the Dorset Crime series. DCI Lesley Clarke is close to solving her predecessor's murder, but a new discovery in the...

Tumbling Dice is a hilarious and revealing account of one woman's journey through the wild world of celebrity and tabloid journalism. With a career spanning from intern at London's Capital Radio to...

The Second Curtain by Roy Fuller is a gripping crime novel that explores the darker side of human nature. When an old friend's disappearance sets off a chain of events, middle-aged writer George...

The Emerging Good in Plato's Philebus by John V. Garner explores the central theme of the Socratic dialogue, where reason and pleasure are intertwined. Garner refines previous interpretations to...

Lesley has just completed a video that reveals her true self. In it, she plays a character who enjoys life and spends time topless, but is blind to the sinister undertones in her story as well as her...

Outside Sound is a book that explores the relationship between sound and the natural world.The author, Laura Garner, examines how the sounds we hear in the environment shape our perceptions and...

Bible by Laura Garner and Jayne SchofieldA unique and thought-provoking exploration of the Bible, this book offers a fresh perspective on one of the world's most influential texts.Through their...

The Chicago Guide to Grammar, Usage, and Punctuation by Bryan A. Garner is a comprehensive resource for writers seeking clarity and precision in their prose. With authoritative guidance, Garner...

A gripping and suspenseful novel from Sunday Times bestseller Lesley Pearse. Eve's decision to leave her husband Don Hathaway has far-reaching consequences, threatening the fragile hope she's created...

Andrew Garner's humorous novel explores the life of a man who drinks tea like a fish. With 44 pages of witty prose, this lighthearted tale follows its protagonist as he navigates everyday situations...

A Lifetime Kind of Love by Gwyneth Lesley is a poignant poetry collection that explores the complexities of unrequited love and its lasting impact. Drawing inspiration from Greek mythology, this...

Alcohol Reconsidered: A Personal Approach to Moderation This book offers a fresh perspective on our relationship with alcohol. Lesley and Cate Miller share their own experiences and explore the...

The definitive biography of Freddie Mercury, written by award-winning rock journalist Lesley-Ann Jones. This meticulously researched account focuses on the period in the 1980s when Queen began to...

First Light celebrates the remarkable life and work of Alan Garner, one of Britain's most beloved and enduring writers. This anthology brings together original contributions from many of the authors,...

Lesley Gomez's extraordinary testimony shares the lives changed through kindness, courage, prayer, and grace. At just twenty-two, her heart was broken by the hopelessness she saw in the faces of...

The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng is a spellbinding novel about love, betrayal, colonialism and revolution. In 1921, author Lesley Hamlyn's seemingly perfect marriage is revealed to be duplicitous,...

Alan Garner's Collected Folk Tales is a unique collection of traditional stories retold with his distinctive storytelling voice. This anthology brings together a range of folk tales, including Kate...

Theatre and Medicine by Stanton B. Garner explores the complex relationship between theatre and medicine. This interdisciplinary study delves into four key areas, examining how medicine and theatre...

Riddoch on the Outer Hebrides is a thought-provoking commentary on the island chain's journey through seismic cultural and economic change. Lesley Riddoch's cycle journey offers a typically...

Linden Manor by Catherine Cavendish is a chilling tale that delves into the dark history of a mysterious house. A gruesome nursery rhyme has haunted Lesley Carpenter's life, and she seeks answers...

Breath-taking stories about women's lives during wartime are hard to find, but Lesley Eames' novel is one such tale. In 1914, as war looms over London, Lizzie Kellaway and her godmother Margaret...

The Rolling Stones: 60 Years of Rebellion Lesley-Ann Jones's new history chronicles the band's journey from their first gig in 1962 to the present day, tracing their path through hope and glory,...

Transform treasured memories into quilts. Lesley Riley guides makers in using modern technology and storytelling techniques to create art quilts that honor and preserve sentimental value. Learn how...

With Love: Volume 1 features nine original pieces for solo piano by Scottish composer Lesley Ross. Each piece is carefully arranged to provide a beautiful setting for expressive playing.The result is...

Elizabeth Garner's retelling of fifteen treasured folk tales brings us beyond our own boundaries into unknown lands. Within these adventures, riddles and enchantments we find our common ground and...

A landmark book that charts humanity's changing relationship with birds, from ancient times to the present day, explores the complex connections between people and birds. The book delves into the...

The Sabres of Paradise: Conquest and Vengeance in the Caucasus by Lesley Blanch. This biography tells the story of Imam Shamyl, a charismatic leader who united the warring mountain tribes of...

Freddie Mercury's life was marked by numerous romantic encounters that captivated his imagination. While some may believe Mary Austin to be the love of his life, Lesley-Ann Jones delves into the...

Little Board Books A Christmas Carol by Lesley Sims is a gentle retelling of a beloved story, specially designed for little children. Three night-time visitors try to change the ways of a mean man,...

Alan Garner's The Voice That Thunders is a rich collection of essays that explore his interests in archaeology, myth, language, education, literature, film, music, philosophy, and mental health...

Burton's Lost Breweries from Old Photographs by Terry Garner explores the rich history of brewing in Burton-on-Trent. From its origins in the 12th century to the rise of the industry in the 19th...

The School of the Americas: Military Training and Political Violence in the Americas by Lesley Gill. Located at Fort Benning in Columbus, Georgia, the School of the Americas has trained over sixty...

Ghost Ranch: A History of the Iconic New Mexico Retreat Lesley Poling-Kempes explores the fascinating story of Ghost Ranch, a place that has captivated artists and creatives for over a century. From...

A comprehensive guide to surviving life in the Roman army, this handbook reveals the gritty realities of life as a soldier. From the food they ate to the clothes they wore, Lesley Sims provides a...

Little White Lies by Lesley Lokko follows the lives of three women whose paths intersect over several decades. Their stories are intertwined in unexpected ways, revealing secrets and lies that have...

Fizz and the Dog Academy Rescue by Lesley Gibbes is an engaging mystery for early readers.A promising young candidate at the Dog Academy faces a challenge when one student after another returns home...

A World Full of Materials: The Science of Materials by John LesleyDiscover why choosing the right material for a structure is crucial for engineers, and how everyday choices in the kitchen can be...

Eric Garner's final words, "I can't breathe," became a rallying cry for the Black Lives Matter movement after his death in 2014. Matt Taibbi's deeply reported retelling of these events humanises...