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Agnes Martin: Independence of Mind presents a fresh look at the enigmatic painter whose life and work have inspired audiences across many fields and disciplines. This collection of essays by living...

The Human Argument is the first publication of Agnes Denes's collected writings. Denes, a pioneer of both the environmental art movement and Conceptual art, has explored a wide range of subjects,...

Agnes and the Hen by Elle Rowley is a heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between Agnes, a Great Dane, and Rosie, a hen who loves to be different. On a farm where the hens do everything...

Agnes knows she's at home before she even opens her eyes in the morning. The sounds and smells of the apartment building swirl around her - she always knows what everyone is up to. But being the only...

Agnes Grey is a poignant coming-of-age story from Anne Brontë's own experiences as a governess. After facing adversity and hardship, Agnes seeks to redeem her lost honour in the eyes of those who...

Agnes Grey, written by Anne Brontë, is a novel that explores the experiences of a young woman working as a governess in 19th century England. Based on the author's own life, the story follows Agnes...

Agnes Day's life has been one of quiet desperation. A sub editor in suburban limbo, she struggles to make sense of the world around her. Now, as she faces a serious illness, Agnes is forced to...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë explores the challenges faced by women in Victorian society through the story of a young woman forced to work as a governess after her father's financial ruin. This powerful...

Agnes Grey is a novel that explores the life of its titular character, Agnes, as she navigates her role as a governess in Victorian England. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes takes on this...

Agnes Grey, Anne Brontë's first novel, tells the story of its title character, a young girl who works as a governess for families of the English gentry. Based on her own experiences, Brontë depicts...

The Adventures of Agnes: Wartime Nursing in Bulgaria, Poland, Persia and Russia 1912-1919By Tom Fowke, published by YouCaxton Publications in 2021, this book tells the story of Agnes Greg's...

House of Agnes is a powerful play about family, identity and legacy. After forty years of building a life in London, Agnes is preparing to retire and move back to Ghana, leaving her sons to navigate...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of middle-class social behavior and the challenges faced by young governesses in Victorian England. Drawing on...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë In 19th-century England, becoming a governess was a respectable career option for unmarried women. For Agnes Grey, it meant contributing to her family's income and asserting...

Agnes Martin: A Groundbreaking Survey This critically acclaimed monograph provides an in-depth account of Agnes Martin's artistic career, spanning from her early experimental works to her iconic...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a poignant and powerful novel about a young woman's struggle to find her place in society. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes sets out to prove herself as a...

Agnes's Jacket: A Psychologist's Search for the Meanings of Madness by Gail A. Hornstein. In a groundbreaking work, Dr. Gail A. Hornstein explores the vast gulf between medical explanations of...

A psychiatrist is summoned to a convent to assess the sanity of a novice accused of murdering her newborn. Dr. Martha Livingstone's investigation is complicated by the Mother Superior's determination...

Agnes Finnie: A Case of Unusual Proportions In 17th-century Edinburgh, Agnes Finnie's arrest sparked a lengthy and complex trial that defied the usual norms for witch hunts. Mary W. Craig delves into...

Agnes Pelton: A Spiritually Inspired Visionary In 1932, Agnes Pelton settled in California's desert landscape, where she would spend the remainder of her life. Her paintings, imbued with spiritual...

Agnes Pelton Desert Transcendentalist is the first complete survey of an underrecognized American modernist in over two decades. This book sheds light on the remarkable influence of Agnes Pelton,...

A young woman's body is discovered in Newcastle Central Station, sparking an investigation that will lead to more brutal murders. Agnes Lockwood becomes entangled in the case when another stabbing...

Brian Jacks shares the secrets of winning - in life and in sport. Born with a condition that made him a non-starter for sports, Jacks defied the odds to become a champion judoka, winning Olympic and...

Agnes Trout is drawn into a new missing person case when an old friend asks for her help in finding his aunt, who vanished over eighty years ago. As she delves deeper into the mystery, human bones...

A year they'll never forget. Ten-year-old Frederika doesn't have much faith that her new teacher will last very long. Most teachers who come to their one-room schoolhouse leave at the first smell of...

Agnes Grey is a deeply personal novel that explores the often isolating and emotionally challenging conditions faced by governesses in 19th-century England. Written from the author's own experiences,...

A Girl Called Jack is a heartwarming and practical guide to cooking on a tight budget. When faced with the challenge of feeding herself and her young son on just £10 a week, Jack Monroe found...

Agnes Grey, a beautifully bound edition from Macmillan Collector's Library, offers a poignant portrayal of life as a governess in 19th-century England. Anne Brontë draws on her own experiences to...

Rockhaven Sanitarium: The Legacy of Agnes Richards by Elisa Jordan In 1923, registered nurse Agnes Richards opened Rockhaven Sanitarium in the Crescenta Valley, a haven for those seeking mental...

Agnes Berry-Clay's life at Windmarsh Court is one of luxury and comfort, but beneath its polished surface, she faces growing unease. Given away as a baby by her real mother, Agnes has been raised by...

The Bhagavad Gita A Walkthrough for Westerners by Jack Hawley This beautifully written version of the ancient scripture brings the timeless truths of the Bhagavad Gita to Western seekers in a clear...

The Girl Next Door by Jack Ketchum is a shocking and disturbing novel based on a true story. It tells the harrowing tale of a teenage girl who is brutally tortured by her neighbours, exposing the...

A collection of four science fiction novels by the renowned author Jack Vance, set in a richly imagined world on the brink of collapse. The Dying Earth, The Eyes of the Overworld, Cugel's Saga, and...

The Star Garden: A Novel of Sarah Agnes PrineNancy E. Turner's latest novel continues the extraordinary story of pioneer woman Sarah Agnes Prine, as she struggles to make a home in the Arizona...

Agnes Morrogh-Bernard's remarkable story is one of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. In 1892, she established Foxford Woollen Mills, a pioneering enterprise that has endured to this day,...

You Can't Win by Jack Black A candid and colourful account of life on the fringes of society, You Can't Win is a memoir that offers a unique glimpse into the hobo underworld of the early twentieth...

Part of the Penguin Orange Collection, a limited-run series of twelve influential American classics, this edition celebrates the heritage of Penguin's iconic book design. First published in 1957,...

A More Complete Beast explores the concept of nobility and master morality through the lens of Friedrich Nietzsche's philosophy. Jack Donovan uses Nietzsche's ideas to guide men through a complex...

Sarah Agnes Prine begins her diary in 1881, documenting the challenges and hardships faced by her family as they embark on a perilous journey from Arizona Territory to Texas. As the only thing that...

Agnes and the Sheep is a charming picture book about a Great Dane who tries to keep three mischievous sheep out of trouble. When the sheep escape, Agnes must find a way to stop them. This engaging...

The OS Explorer Map: Redruth and St Agnes Get the most out of your time in the countryside with this detailed folding map of Redruth and St Agnes. Ideal for walkers, horse riders, and off-road...

Method Writing: The First Four Concepts by Jack Grapes is a practical guide to unlocking your unique writing voice. Based on the author's extensive experience teaching writing workshops, this book...

Agnes Sharp and the Trip of a Lifetime is the latest instalment in Leonie Swann's popular cosy crime series. Fans of Richard Osman will enjoy this engaging mystery that keeps readers guessing until...

Briarhill to Brooklyn is a historical novel that tells the story of an Irish family's journey to freedom and opportunity in 19th-century America. Against the backdrop of a devastating potato blight...

Agnes Varda: A Cultural Historian of Film and Art. This book offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Agnes Varda, one of the most influential filmmakers of her generation. By examining her...

The Devil's Hand A Thriller by Jack Carr is a gripping thriller that follows a top-secret CIA mission of retribution twenty years in the making. The mission is entrusted to a former Navy SEAL, tasked...

Jack-Jack, a Dog in Africa by Ben Garrod is an exciting new series about a dog with a big heart. In this first book, Jack-Jack spends his days playing with baby chimps and embarks on a thrilling...

The Big Book of Serial Killers by Jack Rosewood is a comprehensive A-Z encyclopedia of 150 serial killers from around the world. This reference book provides a detailed look at some of the most...

Jack-Jack shares his secrets for training his human in this humorous and entertaining guide. According to Jack-Jack, dogs are actually the ones training their humans - especially when treats are...

Agnes Varda: A Film Career in Context Alison Smith offers a comprehensive analysis of Agnès Varda's film career, spanning over four decades. This study examines both her early films and later...

Agnes Heller: A Moralist in the Vortex of History by John Grumley is an introduction to the thought of one of the leading thinkers from the tradition of critical theory. Heller's intellectual range...

Agnes Blannbekin's spiritual diary offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and practices of a female mystic in 15th-century Europe. Her visions, which she describes as "street mysticism", reflect...

Agnes Martin's Night Sea (1963) is a large canvas of hand-drawn rectangular grids painted in luminous blue and gold. This illustrated study presents the painting as a work by an artist who was also a...

Agnes Martin: Her Life and Art explores the life and work of this influential artist. Spanning fifty years, Martin's career was marked by periods of intense creativity and personal struggle. From her...

The fifth volume in the Tomorrow's Man artist book series brings together a diverse range of visual art, combining archival material with contributions from emerging and established artists. This...

Lamia, Isabella, The Eve of St Agnes and Other PoemsPublished in the summer of 1820, this collection of poetry marks the culmination of John Keats' creative output. Written in a burst of genius in...

The Nursing Sisters of World War I: A Gruelling Sacrifice In the midst of war, the Canadian Army Nursing Service faced unimaginable challenges. Nurses worked tirelessly at Casualty Clearing Houses,...

Agnes Martin's early work has long been overshadowed by her iconic grid paintings. This groundbreaking study by Christina Bryan Rosenberger sheds new light on Martin's formative years, revealing the...

A spine-chilling mystery awaits in Black Jack. In this gripping tale, a house with a dark history becomes the focal point of a series of strange events. When Kimberly and Joseph inherit the house...

Jack Bell's latest job takes an unexpected turn when he becomes embroiled in a murder investigation. Initially hired to knock down a garden wall and replace it with a fence, Jack soon finds himself...

A gripping thriller in the Hunt for Jack Reacher series. Jack Frost is the latest installment, bringing together FBI Special Agent Kim Otto and ex-SEAL William Burke as they join forces to recapture...

Jack Knifed by Christopher Greyson is a gripping mystery that delves into the dark secrets of Jack Stratton's troubled past. A series of unsettling nightmares has driven him to seek answers about his...

Sarah's Quilt: A Novel of Sarah Agnes Prine and the Arizona Territories, 1906 by Nancy E. Turner. In this long-awaited sequel to These Is My Words, Sarah Agnes Prine returns to face new challenges in...

Jack Harvey Breakthrough is the first in a series of exciting books about Jack Harvey's journey as a youth footballer. When his team, the Academicals, are on the brink of relegation, Jack and his...

Jack Knife by Diane Capri is the next thrilling installment in the Hunt for Jack Reacher series. When FBI Special Agent Kim Otto sets out to track down Jack Reacher, she's unaware that her pursuit...

A beautiful New York editor retreats to a lonely cabin on a hill in the quiet Maine beach town of Dead River, awaiting her sister and friends. The cabin is a refuge from the world, but the...

Jack Stratton's latest case is his most personal yet. When his ex-lover goes missing, he knows something is amiss. Determined to follow his instincts, Jack teams up with his trusted sidekick to track...

Jack Stratton's life has hit rock bottom. His bounty hunting business is struggling, his license to carry is suspended, and he's facing financial ruin. But things take a turn for the better when...

Discover the hidden secrets and untold stories of London in this richly detailed guide. The city itself is the biggest museum in the capital, full of treasures and relics waiting to be uncovered...

When a cry for help echoes across Wanstead Flats, Jack is drawn to the scene with his telescope. But what he finds there will change everything: the body of his employer, and a case that will lead...

Jack's life has changed in an instant. His parents are no longer together, and he's struggling to understand why.With the help of his loyal friend Black Cat, Jack begins to talk through his worries...

Jack Stratton's life has been marked by tragedy and guilt. Eight years ago, a bomb blast destroyed his world, leaving him to pick up the pieces. Now, when he hears that his foster-sister Michelle is...

A small builder's dream job turns into a complicated web when Jack is hired to repair the summerhouse of a millionaire couple. The two-month contract pays his debts and gives him space to sort out...

The Caper of the Crown Jewels has vanished from the Tower of London. Secret Agent Jack Stalwart is tasked with retrieving the stolen jewels before they disappear forever. A master magician is behind...

John Keats' poem "The Eve of St. Agnes" is a masterpiece of Romantic literature, comprising 42 Spenserian stanzas that showcase his skill as a poet. Written in 1819 and first published in 1820, it...

Jack Clay is the first book in the Jack Clay Crimeland Thrillers series, a gripping London-based noir fiction series set in the 1990s. The story follows Detective Chief Inspector Sandra Bates as she...

Discover the darker side of art with The Serial Killer Coloring Book II. This unique coloring book brings together 38 of the most notorious serial killers in a new and fascinating way...

Picklewitch and Jack and the Cuckoo Cousin by Claire Barker is a humorous tale about two friends who find themselves in unexpected situations. When Picklewitch's cousin Archie arrives, she worries...

After a near-death experience, eleven-year-old Jack awakens to a world ravaged by war. He must confront his fears and face his destiny in order to save or destroy the world. As he navigates this...

This time, the stakes are personal. A cryptic message from a kidnapper sets FBI Special Agent Kim Otto on a perilous hunt for a connection to Jack Reacher.As she navigates an ongoing turf war between...

Jack's car-racing hero, Morgan Parks, is in grave danger. Someone has already tried to harm him once, and they're planning to strike again. Can Secret Agent Jack Stalwart save his idol and the...

The Hunt for Jack Reacher series continues with Lone Star Jack. Diane Capri's latest thriller is full of twists and tension, as FBI Special Agent Kim Otto seeks to show her boss how it's done. A trap...

Francis Thompson, the Victorian poet, has long been linked to the infamous Jack the Ripper murders. Living in London during the time of the Whitechapel killings, Thompson may have had the motive,...

Join Jack and his friends for an unforgettable magical adventure this summer. When long hours at work leave him feeling bored, Jack's life is turned upside down by his boisterous neighbours' mission...

The Hunt for Jack Reacher series continues with Diane Capri's latest thriller. A fresh lead in Jack Reacher's old banking records sets FBI Special Agent Kim Otto on the trail, propelling her to the...

The Burton Agnes Disaster: A Forgotten Wartime Rail Tragedy Which Killed Twelve Innocent Men On an autumn day in 1947, a tragic event occurred at a level crossing in Yorkshire. A truck carrying...

When a high-profile politician's life is nearly taken, Jack Noble finds himself at the centre of a complex web of intrigue. As the situation spirals out of control, Jack is pulled in two different...

Jack A Life Like No Other is a comprehensive biography of John F. Kennedy, drawing on extensive documentary records and personal correspondence.This in-depth account presents a compelling picture of...

Red Sky Mourning is the latest thriller from bestselling author Jack Carr, introducing a new protagonist and a world on the brink of chaos.A rogue Chinese submarine is hurtling towards the US West...

A teenage boy struggles to come to terms with his family and identity in this humorous and insightful novel. When his father reveals that he is gay, Jack's life is forever changed.As Jack navigates...

The Affair A Jack Reacher Novel by Lee ChildWhen a young woman's murder sets off a chain reaction, elite military cop Jack Reacher is drawn into an undercover investigation that threatens to shatter...

Thunderbolt is the second instalment in an action-packed adventure series starring 14-year-old Jack Courtney. When Jack and his friends embark on a diving expedition to support his mother's coral...

Lee Child's iconic character is back in a new adventure. Fifteen years after their first meeting, Jack Reacher is still living off the grid, but trouble has found him. Now, someone big is looking for...

When Agatha Christie's And Then There Were None meets the suspenseful world of Survivor, a thrilling tale unfolds. Jack and Alice are tasked with investigating the suspicious death of a soundman on...

A ghost haunts the Greek island of Crete. Jack Noble is recovering from his injuries and a near-death experience in a small town where he's found temporary refuge with Esau, an old man who's taken...

When Jack Courtney embarks on an expedition to the Arctic with his friends and cousin, he's convinced it's all about making a film for his mother's environmental work. But as they delve deeper into...

Diane Capri's Jack of Spades is an expertly crafted thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. FBI Special Agent Kim Otto has a plan to lure in Jack Reacher, and she's willing to put her...

The Escape of the Deadly Dinosaur is a thrilling mystery that takes Jack to the heart of New York City. His investigation begins at the Natural History Museum, where he uncovers a surprising...

Jack's Story: A Journey Through the Nightmare of a Glioblastoma Multiforme Brain Tumour This is the story of Jack Fleming, a young man who faced his mortality with courage and determination...

Jack Noble is dead, or so the world believes. In reality, he's been hiding out on the Greek Island of Crete for six months, keeping a low profile with three people who know his secret. As time...