459 results for 'Jacomet, Hugo'

Victor Hugo's drawings are a testament to his imagination, featuring moody, haunting, and almost abstract visions of imaginary castles, monsters, tortured figures, and seascapes. Created over 4,000...

This heartwarming story marks the final chapter in the 'Hugo and Daddy' series. Written by author Ric Hart following his own experiences with his son Hugo, it is a poignant tale of growing up and...

Cinemas presents a stunning collection of photographs showcasing the architecture of movie theaters from the early 20th century. Shot by two pioneering architectural photographers, Hugo and Karl Hugo...

Hugo Learns To Fish by Dorothy Cox is a heartwarming story about perseverance and determination. Poor Hugo struggles to catch fish for his dinner, but with the help of an experienced pelican named...

Hugo & Daddy's Thailand Adventures by Ric Hart is a heartwarming story about hope and new beginnings. When a loved one passes away, it can be hard to imagine moving forward. But with the help of his...

Hugo is a heartwarming story about community and friendship.A Parisian pigeon with a passion for people makes a new friend, but his busy schedule causes him to overlook someone in need.With gentle...

Hugo McCloud: A Survey of the Art of Hugo McCloud. Brooklyn-based painter Hugo McCloud creates large-scale works that explore labor, geopolitics and climate crisis. His paintings often feature...

Build Websites with Hugo: A Fast and Flexible Web Development Framework Hugo is a popular choice for building static websites quickly and efficiently. Unlike dynamic web frameworks, it doesn't come...

Hugo's Huge Feet is a heartwarming story about a young clown who struggles to fit in. As part of a long line of clowns, Hugo has huge feet that make him stand out - but not always in a good way. When...

Graham Robb's biography of Victor Hugo is widely regarded as one of the most compelling and engaging lives ever written. This exuberant and thoroughly researched work brings to life the extraordinary...

Hardcover, 533 pages. In this captivating tale, a young orphan's life is forever changed by a mysterious discovery. Living among the bustling trains of a Parisian station, Hugo Cabret has learned to...

Ashes in the Snow by Oriana Ramunno is a haunting and emotionally dynamic mystery set against the backdrop of Auschwitz during World War II. In December 1943, a young Jewish prisoner named Gioele...

The Invention of Hugo Cabret: A Novel in Words and Pictures by Brian Selznick is a groundbreaking debut that combines words and pictures to create an entirely new reading experience. Orphaned and...

Victor Hugo was a literary icon whose work continues to captivate audiences worldwide. This biography offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of his life and writing, shedding light on the...

The Life of Hugo Grotius by Charles Butler is a biography that explores the life and work of Hugo Grotius, a Dutch jurist who played a significant role in shaping principles of natural law and...

Brother Hugo can't return his library book -- the letters of St. Augustine -- because, it turns out, the precious book has been devoured by a bear! Instructed by his abbot to borrow another...

Hugo And Daddy's Superhero Adventures tells the story of how one boy finds hope and happiness for his future by believing in his own superhero power.Daddy shares this special secret with Hugo at...

This heartwarming Christmas story follows Hugo as he flies through the night sky on Santa's Sleigh. Alongside his journey, two families come together in the face of loss and tragedy, discovering that...

The Invention of Hugo Cabret is a captivating mystery that follows the life of Hugo, a young orphan who keeps to himself in the walls of a busy train station in Paris. His survival depends on secrets...

Hugo Pepper is a thrilling tale from the acclaimed author and illustrator team Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell. When Hugo discovers a special compass that can set his sled to 'Home', he embarks on an...

Victor Hugo's Selected Poems offers a unique insight into the life and work of one of France's most celebrated poets. This bilingual edition brings together essential verse from Hugo's extensive...

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo A Novel by Taylor Jenkins Reid. A reclusive Hollywood starlet finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life, Evelyn Hugo recounts her...

Dear Hugo by Molly Clavering is a spirited comedy of village life that follows Sara Monteith as she settles into a quiet life in Ravenskirk. Unbeknownst to her neighbours, Sara has moved to the...

Hardcover, 224 pages, published 2020. After decades of comfortable marriage, Hugo Gardner's world is turned upside down when he learns his wife Valerie has left him for a younger man. A retired...

A tiny king with an enormous ego, Hugo's pride is his downfall. When he mistreats a villager who just happens to be a sorceress, her spell causes his head to swell with each boastful claim. As the...

A comprehensive study guide to Victor Hugo's Les Misérables offers in-depth explanation and analysis of this iconic novel. Written by Intelligent Education, it explores the historical context and...

Pieter Hugo: Solus Volume I Concerning Atypical Beauty and Youth A photographic exploration of unconventional beauty, Pieter Hugo's Solus Volume I presents portraits of individuals who defy...

Cold Wide Open Eyes is a gripping Scottish crime thriller drama that plunges readers into the dark streets of Edinburgh. When a high-stakes poker game goes wrong, fixer and Private Investigator Hugo...

This comprehensive volume brings together all 33 poems set to music by Hugo Wolf, accompanied by translations and commentary from leading Lieder expert Richard Stokes. Each poem is presented in its...

Victor Hugo and Jean-Paul Sartre are often seen as vastly different writers, but this book reveals that they share more common ground than initially meets the eye. By exploring their work in depth,...

Comandante: The Life and Legacy of Hugo ChávezA definitive account of Chavez's presidency and the legacy he has left behind, Comandante is an inside story of the life and political court of one of...

Evelyn Hugo's story is one of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. A reclusive Hollywood starlet, Evelyn recounts her tumultuous journey to the top of Tinseltown,...

A Little-Known History: The Green Book In the 1930s, a Black postal worker from Harlem created a travel guide to help African Americans stay safe while traveling during segregation. Victor Hugo...

Flametti, Or, the Dandyism of the Poor is a semi-autobiographical novel that captures the frenetic energy of Zurich during the early 20th century. Written by Hugo Ball in 1916, the book follows the...

The Ultimate Earth by Jack Williamson In this thought-provoking novella, generations of clones living on the moon recount their efforts to recover and rebuild a desolate Earth. However, they soon...

Hugo Chavez: A Radical Leader for the 21st Century This biography tells the story of Hugo Chavez's life, from his humble beginnings to his presidency in Venezuela. Released just over a year after his...

Understanding French Poetry: Analysis of the Major Poems of Les Contemplations by Gloria Lauzanne. This in-depth analysis explores the major poems of Victor Hugo's Les Contemplations, a collection...

The Bookseller: A gripping mystery set in Paris. In this tense thriller, Hugo Marston, head of security at the US embassy, is drawn into a complex web of murder and deceit. When an elderly bookseller...

Seven Views of Olduvai Gorge is a celebrated novella that has won numerous awards, including both the Hugo and Nebula Awards. It tells the story of a group of alien archeologists who visit Earth to...

During a time when travel across the nation was fraught with danger for Black Americans, Victor Hugo Green created a guide that changed millions of lives. In the late 1930s, segregation was legal and...

Hugo von Hofmannsthal and His Time: The European Imagination, 1860-1920 by Hermann Broch is a deeply insightful study that explores the intellectual issues of the European fin de siècle. Through an...

Flying Man: Hugo Junkers and the Dream of Aviation tells the story of a man who defied convention to change the world. Hugo Junkers, a German engineer and aircraft designer, is credited with...

Hugo Koblet's victory in the 1950 Giro d'Italia marked a turning point in Ferdy Kubler's life. A rivalry that had simmered for years finally came to the fore, as two contrasting cyclists - one...

The Whole Difference brings together the remarkable writings of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, one of the modern era's most important writers. This comprehensive collection includes new translations...

Hugo Münsterberg's groundbreaking work on film theory is now available in this new edition. Allan Langdale provides a critical introduction and collects numerous writings by Münsterberg, offering a...

In Pursuit of Love: A Journey in the Footsteps of Obsession by Mark Bostridge This innovative biographical pursuit follows Adèle Hugo's reckless journey of unrequited love, which has inspired writers...

This pocket edition of the U.S. Constitution is inspired by Justice Hugo L. Black's habit of carrying one with him always.Justice Black was a key figure in shaping America's judicial revolution,...

A chilling account of Hugo Chávez's shadow war on the United States is revealed in this book. For nearly forty years, the American government has overlooked South American politics, but Venezuela...

This new and expanded edition of Dragon in the Tropics examines how Venezuela's political economy was revamped under President Hugo Chávez's leadership. After his death, the country's electoral...

The Hofmannsthal Three Essays by Michael Hamburger is a collection of essays that explore the life and work of Hugo von Hofmannsthal, a renowned Austrian writer. First published in 1973, this edition...

Hugo Grotius and the Modern Theology of Freedom Transcending Natural Rights by Jeremy Seth Geddert explores the relationship between individual liberty and collective responsibility. This book delves...

Streets have long been a source of fascination for photographers, offering a unique blend of static and moving elements that can result in stunning images.This comprehensive survey showcases the work...

Les Misérables: A Teaching Resource for Instructors This volume provides guidance and approaches to teaching Victor Hugo's Les Misérables in various courses. It offers practical advice on editions,...

Introduce your baby to the world of Victor Hugo with this colorful board book. Featuring 10 essential words and phrases from the classic novel, it's a great way to start your child's French language...

Provenance is a gripping new novel by Ann Leckie, set in the same universe as her Hugo, Nebula and Arthur C. Clarke Award-winning Ancillary Justice trilogy.In this thrilling story, a power-driven...

Hugo's Moon Crew Band 05/Green is an exciting decodable reader that introduces early readers to patterned language and varied characters. This book features stories with sounds like /ai/, /ee/, and...

This heartfelt children's book explores the loss of a loved one through simple and poignant words. Illustrated with colourful pictures, it captures moments, memories and feelings around the passing...

The Shadow of the Empress: Fairy-Tale Opera and the End of the Habsburg Monarchy by Larry Wolff explores how the changing circumstances of politics and society transformed an opera into a cultural...

Alice: A Life in Shadow Princess Alice's life was intertwined with every event of historical importance in twentieth century Europe. At the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, she stood out for...

The Hemingway Hoax is a thought-provoking novella that explores the consequences of altering historical events. A fake manuscript attributed to Ernest Hemingway becomes the focal point of a complex...

Beggars in Spain is a thought-provoking science fiction novella that explores the implications of genetic engineering. In a world where humans have been engineered to stay awake forever, Leisha...

A novella set in a complex society, exploring prejudice and justice. Miles Vorkosigan is sent to a remote village to uncover the truth behind a murder, while confronting his own experiences with...

In the city of Luriat, the boundaries between reality and the unknown are blurred. Fetter, a man with a troubled past, navigates a world where divine destinies are a part of everyday life. As he...

Ancillary Justice is a record-breaking masterpiece that follows a warship trapped in a human body on a quest for revenge. After being destroyed, one ship-possessed soldier has escaped with only two...

The Stone Sky is the final book in a post-apocalyptic trilogy that explores a world where natural disasters called "Fifth Seasons" have caused widespread destruction. The story follows two women,...

Cate Kay is the name of the most famous author on the planet, yet she remains completely anonymous. Behind this name lies a complex web of identities and experiences. This novel explores the cost of...

Learn Portuguese in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters provide lessons on key grammatical structures and useful vocabulary, along with...

Learn Italian in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters provide lessons on key grammatical structures and present a range of useful vocabulary,...

Learn Spanish in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters provide lessons on key grammatical structures and useful vocabulary, along with exercises...

Learn German in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters cover key grammatical structures and present useful vocabulary, along with exercises to...

Learn French in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters provide lessons on key grammatical structures and useful vocabulary, along with exercises...

Learn Dutch in just three months with this comprehensive self-study language course. The 12 weekly chapters provide lessons on key grammatical structures and useful vocabulary, along with exercises...

A Fire Born of Exile is a standalone sci-fi romance that explores the complexities of power, love, and revenge in a far-reaching space opera. Set against the backdrop of a tightly controlled string...

Victor Hugo's Gothic novel brings to life the medieval Paris he loved, and mourns its passing in a sensational and evocative tale of dark passions and unrequited love. In the heart of the city, a...

Victor Hugo's Les Misérables is a powerful tale of injustice, heroism and love. The story follows Jean Valjean, an escaped convict determined to put his past behind him, as he navigates the...

Set in the years following the French Revolution, this novel recounts the personal stories of its main characters, exploring the complexities of human nature and the power of good deeds in the face...

The Found World by Hugo Navikov In a desperate bid to avenge his family's murder, adventurer Brett Russell is drawn into a perilous quest to retrieve a stolen superweapon. A powerful global cabal...

The Man Who Laughs is a captivating tale of a young boy with a remarkable past. After being taken in by a carnival vendor, he performs at fairs in England, hiding his true identity. But as the story...

The Man Who Laughs by Victor Hugo In a dark and unforgiving world, a young boy's life hangs by a thread. Abandoned by the stern men who have cared for him since infancy, he must navigate the...

The Wagamama Cookbook by Hugo Arnold is a collection of recipes that capture the essence of the popular noodle restaurant chain. At the heart of wagamama's culinary style is a commitment to using...

A brilliant modern translation by Christine Donougher of Victor Hugo's thrilling masterpiece, with an introduction by Robert Tombs, brings the full flavour of one of the greatest novels of the...

Discover the world of LEGO Marvel with this comprehensive Visual Dictionary. Get an exclusive minifigure and explore the latest sets, vehicles, and characters from the Marvel universe.Learn about the...

Explore a galaxy far, far away with the help of Jedi Master Yoda as your guide. This comprehensive atlas takes you on a tour of 25 fascinating worlds, from desert planet Tatooine to remote ice world...

This colourful treasury of more than 200 new building ideas is a must-have for LEGO enthusiasts. Created by LEGO fan builders, these models showcase a wide range of creative possibilities, from dream...

Embark on a thrilling adventure as the hero of your own Ninja destiny. LEGO NINJAGO Choose Your Own Ninja Mission invites you to make choices that shape your journey, with over 40 possible endings to...

The Coward's Way by Kate Aaron Life in Puddledown has returned to normal for most, but for Hugo Wainwright, everything changed two months ago. After accepting his feelings for Tommy Granger, Hugo...

Marine Hugonnier: Cinema in the Guts A critical analysis of representation and its relationship with power, Marine Hugonnier's work investigates the politics of the gaze and seeks to uncover the...

The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo is set against the backdrop of medieval Paris, a city of stark contrasts between beauty and ugliness. Against this vibrant yet violent setting, Hugo unfolds...

Satan and His Daughter: A Poem by Victor Hugo This poem, drawn from Hugo's unfinished masterpiece La Fin de Satan, tells the story of Satan and his daughter, the angel created by God from a feather...

Victor Hugo's poignant exploration of capital punishment presents two prisoners awaiting execution as a powerful argument against the death penalty. Through their harrowing descriptions of suffering,...

The Valet by S. J. Foxx is a historical romance novel that tells the story of Hugo, a young man who finds himself at odds with his family after scandalising their name. Stranded in the English...

The Hunchback of Notre-Dame by Victor Hugo is set in 15th-century Paris, where the city's highest and lowest inhabitants coexist. Against this backdrop, Hugo weaves a tale of love, acceptance, and...

Bug-Jargal by Victor Hugo is a significant work of nineteenth-century colonial fiction that explores the Haitian Revolution through the story of an interracial friendship and rivalry. Set in 1791,...

A selection of poems from one of the nineteenth century's greatest French writers, Victor Hugo, is presented in this dual-language edition. Hugo was renowned for his work across various genres, but...

The Man Who Laughs by Victor Hugo is a poignant and powerful tale that showcases the author's mastery of language. This beautifully translated work tells a heartbreaking story that lingers in the...

Victor Hugo's masterpiece, Les Misérables, is a tale of injustice, heroism, and love that has captivated readers for over 150 years. This new translation, published in a stunning Deluxe edition,...

Hugo has discovered a special prize in the mail - a Monster Detector! Using his new watchlike device, he quickly spots a monster right in his own cavern. But when he heads to school, he finds another...

Fool Errant: A Benbow Smith Mystery by Patricia Wentworth is a gripping tale of espionage and government intrigue. When young secretary Hugo Ross takes a job at Meade House, he unwittingly becomes...

Hugo Wilde, Duke of Lindow, has a drafty castle and eight rambunctious children - but no wife. Ophelia, Lady Astley, has a comfortable home and one well-behaved daughter - but no husband either. When...

The Last Day of a Condemned Man by Victor Hugo is an unabridged edition featuring the original ballads and French argot with contiguous translation and footnotes. This edition includes all the...