340 results for 'Joan Bess'

Discover the art of Gelli Plate Printing with this premier guide. Artist Joan Bess shares her expertise in creating unique prints using a durable, reusable gel printing plate. With over 60...

Joan Didion: The 1960s & 70s brings together five iconic books from one of America's most original and influential writers. This comprehensive collection gathers her fiction and nonfiction, prepared...

Bess of Hardwick: First Lady of Chatsworth A remarkable life of resilience and determination, Bess Hardwick's story is one of survival and triumph in the face of adversity. Born into a poor family in...

Bess Crawford is drawn into a deadly feud between two families in this 13th book in the beloved mystery series from Charles Todd. Following the end of World War I, Bess travels to Yorkshire to help a...

Joan of Arc: A HistoryThis gripping biography tells the story of Joan of Arc, a peasant girl who heard voices from God and led an army to victory in a time when women were not allowed to fight. Her...

A feminist reimagining of Joan of Arc's life breathes new life into this famous tale. Katherine J. Chen presents a beguiling, fully human heroine - a mix of wariness and confidence, fiercely...

Bess of Hardwick's remarkable story is one of astonishing resilience and determination. Born in 1521, she rose from country squire's daughter to become one of the richest and most powerful women in...

A stunning feminist reimagining of the life of Joan of Arc emerges from Katherine J. Chen's vivid and visceral storytelling. Re-created as a woman for our time, this heroine roars off the page with...

Joan The Remarkable Life of Joan Leigh Fermor by Simon Fenwick For the first time, the remarkable life of Joan Leigh Fermor is told in full. A talented photographer and independent woman, Joan defied...

Joan Eardley was a highly regarded Scottish artist of the 20th century, celebrated for her evocative paintings and drawings of the natural world. Her unique ability to capture the essence of Scottish...

Pope Joan, a woman who defied the social conventions of her time, has been shrouded in legend for a thousand years. This riveting novel brings to life the story of a woman who disguised herself as a...

Bess of Hardwick: A Life of Ambition and Determination Born into a poor gentleman farmer's family, Bess of Hardwick rose to become one of the richest women in England. Her remarkable story is one of...

The Art of Time in Fiction by Joan Silber explores a fundamental aspect of storytelling: the way time unfolds in a narrative. The author argues that the end point of a story determines its meaning,...

This biography of Joan of Arc, written by Hilaire Belloc, offers an intimate and artful narrative of her life. As a Catholic of French and English descent, Belloc brings a deep understanding of the...

Joan of Arc by Herself and Her WitnessesThis book presents a historical account of Joan's life and exploits, based on contemporary documents translated by Régine Pernoud. It aims to answer questions...

Discover the biting wit and unapologetic humor of comedy legend Joan Rivers in this collection of her most memorable quotes.From her sharp observations on childbirth to her candid opinions on...

Two ships, wrecked on opposite ends of a deserted island in 1864, face the ultimate test of human nature. The Grafton, a schooner, has just wrecked on Auckland Island, a place of year-round freezing...

A powerful and joyous new play tells Joan of Arc's story anew. An unexpected leader emerges from nowhere, sparking a revolution with their message of self-discovery and rebellion against expectations...

Joan de Geneville's life was one of contrasts - marked by love and turmoil, loyalty and duty. Born into a world where women were often subservient, she was raised to command by her mother. Educated...

Joan Didion: Memoirs & Later Writings A comprehensive collection of Joan Didion's most recent and haunting works, this definitive edition concludes the Library of America's three-volume series. The...

Bette Davis and Joan Crawford: A Deadly Rivalry The Hollywood careers of two legendary actresses were marked by bitter rivalry and intense personal animosity. Born in the same year, Bette Davis and...

In a world ravaged by war, humanity has retreated to a mysterious platform called CIEL. Here, the survivors have undergone a radical transformation: they are now sexless, hairless, and pale-white,...

Joan Clarke was a mathematician who played a crucial role in breaking the Naval Enigma at Bletchley Park, alongside Alan Turing. Born into a family with strong Christian roots, Joan's exceptional...

The Weakness In Me presents the lyrics of Joan Armatrading for the first time in one unique volume. Since her debut album Whatever's For Us in 1972, Joan Armatrading has traversed styles and genres...

The World According to Joan Didion is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the life, craft, and legacy of one of the most revered and influential writers of our time. Evelyn McDonnell, a...

Joan Eardley: A Sense of Place This book explores the life and art of Scotland's most admired artist, Joan Eardley, through a detailed examination of her working processes. From rough sketches and...

Joan Didion: What She Means brings together an extensive collection of artworks and writings that reflect the life and work of renowned author Joan Didion. Spanning over 50 artists, including Brice...

An Iron Girl in a Velvet Glove: The Life of Joan Rhodes tells the fascinating and tumultuous story of a woman who followed her own unique path. Born into poverty in 1920s London, Joan Rhodes endured...

The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of ArcThis biography reveals the previously unchronicled story of Yolande of Aragon, the mentor who helped shape the life of one of history's most...

Joan Procter was known for entertaining unusual party guests - slithery and scaly ones who turned over teacups and crawled past crumpets. While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the...

Justice for Joan: A True Crime Mystery In August 1948, a young woman's life was brutally cut short at Arundel Castle in Sussex. Her body, raped and strangled, was discovered just days after she...

Dear Joan and Jericha: Why He Turns Away is a candid and humorous guide to navigating relationships, from dating to long-term commitment. Written by the world-renowned agony aunts of the popular...

George Bernard Shaw's powerful historical drama about Joan of Arc presents a realistic portrayal of the legendary figure, challenging traditional depictions and offering a nuanced exploration of her...

Three Plays by George Bernard Shaw Pygmalion, Heartbreak House, and Saint Joan are considered three of the most important works in modern British theatre. Pygmalion, first performed in Vienna in...

The Maid Joan of Arc in American Film and Culture Robin Blaetz explores how the legend of Joan of Arc has been used in the United States over the past two centuries, appearing in various forms of...

Joan Eardley's life was forever changed by her first visit to Catterline in 1951. The village's dramatic light and rapidly changing weather sparked a fascination that would last a lifetime. Eardley...

Joan Mitchell: Paintings 1979-1985 is a significant publication that focuses on a pivotal period in the artist's career. From 1979 to 1985, Mitchell's studio practice flourished as she became...

Bonza the Monster and Joan and the Big Sail by Kirsty Holmes is a heartwarming story about two friends who turn an ordinary backyard into a magical adventure.With a little creativity, Joanie's back...

Joan Mitchell: I carry my landscapes around with me offers a unique insight into the life and work of American abstract artist Joan Mitchell. This book focuses on her large-scale multipanel works...

A cloudless summer day in 1900, and the students of Appleyard College for Young Ladies had chosen the perfect picnic spot at Hanging Rock. After lunch, a group of three girls decided to explore the...

Emma Watson's Unfinished Novel Completed by Joan Aiken and Jane Austen is a Regency romance novel that explores themes of loss and love. In this pastiche, 19-year-old Emma returns home after her...

Joan Crawford's remarkable career spanned an incredible 45 years, from her first contract in 1925 to her final film release in 1970. This biography offers a fresh evaluation of the actress and woman...

Joan Blondell: A Life Between Takes is the first major biography of a Hollywood actress who conquered multiple stages of her career, from vaudeville to film and television. Born into a family of...

Discover the remarkable true story of a young girl who led France to independence from English rule.Against the backdrop of the Hundred Years' War, Diane Stanley brings to life the story of a...

No Picnic at Hanging Rock by Helen Goltz is an exploration of one of Australia's most enduring mysteries. On Valentine's Day 1900, three schoolgirls and their teacher vanished while on a school...

Charlie Chaplin, the silent screen's "Little Tramp," was a beloved figure until he starred in a series of high-profile federal courtroom dramas. In 1944, he was on trial, described by a New York...

The Homeric Hymns A Translation, with Introduction and Notes by Diane J. Rayor. These thirty-four ancient poems have captivated readers for two and a half millennia with their beautiful language and...

Ted Joans' Black Pow-Wow is a powerful collection of poetry that blends the rhythms of jazz music with unflinching honesty. Written by one of the first Beat poets, this book showcases Joans' unique...

Dame Joan Collins returns with a dazzling new memoir, sharing the most memorable moments from her vibrant life in and out of the limelight. From her early years as a young star in Hollywood to her...

Authentic Movement: A collection of articles and interviews exploring the unconscious through movement. This volume brings together key papers and conversations with pioneers in the field, offering...

Play It As It Lays: A Novel by Joan Didion Joan Didion's Play It As It Lays is a searing portrayal of American life in the late 1960s, capturing the mood of a generation in spare, unflinching prose...

Blue Nights: A Memoir by Joan Didion A deeply personal and moving account of Joan Didion's thoughts, fears, and doubts regarding having children, illness, and growing old. This book is a richly...

A collection of essays by cultural critic Joan Acocella, exploring the lives and works of influential artists and two saints. Thirty-one essays cover a range of subjects, from Primo Levi's memoir...

A collection of essays by Joan Didion, published in 2022, offers a unique glimpse into the mind and process of a legendary writer. Spanning over five decades, these twelve pieces showcase Didion's...

Discover the beauty of the New Forest on foot with Joan Begbie's Walking in the New Forest. First published in 2011, this guidebook takes you on a journey through the stunning landscapes and wildlife...

A searing portrait of loss and grief, this book is a powerful exploration of the human experience. Joan Didion recounts the devastating events that led to the loss of her husband and daughter, and...

Melissa Joan Hart explains it all - from her early days in television to her current starring role - in this frank and funny behind-the-scenes look at her extraordinary career. With stories about...

Joan Didion's notebooks from the 1970s offer a piercing view of the American political and cultural landscape. In "South and West From a Notebook", two extended excerpts from her notebooks are...

A profoundly disturbing novel that ruthlessly dissects American life in the late 1960s, Play it as it Lays is a haunting portrayal of a generation's disillusionment. Maria Wyeth's life, a...

A poignant and deeply personal exploration of love, loss, and the human experience. Joan Didion's The Year of Magical Thinking is a powerful and moving account of her life with her husband, John...

Energy Healing for Animals: A Hands-On Guide for Enhancing the Health, Longevity, and Happiness of Your Pets Joan Ranquet offers a comprehensive guide to natural healing for pets, providing practical...

Joan Didion's The White Album is a seminal work of American reportage, examining the tumultuous 1960s through the lens of her own spiritual confusion. Spanning key events, figures, and trends of the...

The story of five women who revolutionised modern art is a thrilling and revealing one. Set against the turbulent backdrop of the 20th century, their lives and paintings propelled a seismic shift in...

The White Album is a collection of essays by Joan Didion, published in 1979. In this comprehensive edition, three of her seminal works are brought together: Slouching toward Bethlehem, White Album,...

Joan Smith's new history of Rome's Imperial Women offers a fresh and authoritative perspective on the lives of the women who lived under the Julio-Claudian emperors. This book dispels the myths and...

The Year of Magical Thinking is a deeply personal and profoundly universal exploration of marriage, life, and death. When illness strikes and life is turned upside down, the boundaries between...

First published in 1968, Joan Didion's Slouching Towards Bethlehem is a seminal work of nonfiction that captures the essence of a pivotal moment in American history. This collection of essays...

Joan Halifax's landmark work on death and dying offers a source of wisdom for those facing their own mortality or caring for a loved one nearing the end of life. Drawing on traditional Buddhist...

The American political process is a complex and often contradictory landscape, and Joan Didion offers a keen and unflinching examination of its inner workings. Through a series of essays that dissect...

Tupaia, the extraordinary navigator who sailed with Captain Cook, is a name that has been overlooked in history. Yet, his remarkable skills and achievements make him a fascinating figure. With a deep...

Akira Kurosawa's Seven Samurai is a landmark film that captures the essence of a society on the brink of change. Set against the backdrop of Japan's post-war transformation, the movie tells the story...

Bessie Coleman's story is one of determination and perseverance. Before she became known as "Queen Bess" for her death-defying flying shows, she was just a little girl with a big imagination that...

Outclassed: How the Left Lost the Working Class and How to Win Them Back The relationship between college and non-college graduates of all races is driving politics to the far right in the US. A...

Bess and Joni, two friends who went on holiday together ten years ago, are now on opposite sides of a traumatic event. Bess was cleared of involvement in Evangeline's death, but the case made them...

Scotland, 1589. Besse Craw's life is turned upside down when her husband vanishes without a trace. As she struggles to care for her young daughter, she faces accusations of witchcraft and abuse from...

A chilling masterpiece of terror, The Auctioneer is a suspenseful novel that builds a sense of creeping menace and dread page by page. In the isolated farming community of Harlowe, New Hampshire, the...

Maps can show you where you are anywhere in the world. This book helps children discover their place on the planet. It shows how easy it is to find where you live and how you fit in to the larger...

Lady Lupin Hastings is a newlywed wife with a kind heart and a determination to make her husband proud. However, when her husband's unpopular curate is murdered on Christmas Eve, she finds herself at...

A poignant and passionate novel about the power of first love. Lie With Me is a story of two young men who find each other, despite the dangers and uncertainties of their world. Philippe's chance...

Get the most out of your freezer with this comprehensive guide to freezing and cooking your favorite foods. Will It Freeze? covers everything from preparing and storing food to cooking with frozen...

This comprehensive directory is the go-to guide for actors and performers seeking work in theatre, film, TV, radio, and comedy. It provides detailed information on industry contacts, including...

This Is the Canon: Decolonize Your Bookshelves in 50 BooksA curated collection of 50 books that challenge the traditional canon and celebrate diverse voices and experiences from around the world.From...

Blessed Anna-Maria Taigi's life was marked by extraordinary visions and revelations, yet it was her ordinary, everyday tasks that revealed her greatest strength. This biography chronicles the...

Slouching Towards Bethlehem is a collection of essays that explores the mood of 1960s America and the Californian counterculture. First published in 1968, this work of nonfiction offers an incisive...

Bess's life is defined by one thing: her voice. In a world where music is a luxury few can afford, she is forced to sell herself to the king of England, where she must navigate the treacherous world...

The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma by Bessel A. Van der KolkThis groundbreaking book offers a bold new approach to treating trauma, one that heals the...

Cycle Tourism Map Mallorca is a comprehensive guide to exploring the island's unique landscapes and routes on two wheels. With 22 carefully selected routes, ranging from road cycling to mountain...

The Hoffman Process: A Powerful Method for Transformation For over 35 years, the Hoffman Process has been helping people transform their lives. Now, Tim Laurence shares this powerful methodology in a...

Bess Stein is ready to take charge as 6th grade class president. She's got big ideas, including a book vending machine, and her new friend June by her side as vice-president. But when the books they...

Bess's life should be blissfully happy, but as she plans a party for her husband, the cracks begin to show. As the party brings her family together, secrets and tensions come to the surface.Recently...

Bess of Hardwick's story is one of remarkable resilience and determination. On her 12th birthday, she receives an offer to serve as a waiting gentlewoman in the household of Lady Zouche, setting her...

At the rural cotton mill, life is hard and cruel, a far cry from the fresh start Bess had hoped for. She's left behind the London workhouse for a job, but the mill is like a prison with no way out...

Bess Hardemon's arrival at Priors Heath school in 1849 sets her on a path that will have far-reaching consequences for herself and those around her. A century later, Sarah Beckett faces a similar...

Bess's life is turned upside down when she discovers she's pregnant. With no clear support system in place, she must navigate her uncertain future alone.As Bess struggles to come to terms with her...

Bess Kalb's memoir is a poignant and uplifting tribute to her grandmother Bobby, whose voice continues to resonate in Bess's life. By saving every voicemail message Bobby left her until the day she...

Bessie, a confident 16-year-old girl, had her world turned upside down by a secret that would haunt her for the rest of her life. Thirty-seven years later, at 53, Bess is struggling to come to terms...

Bess Throckmorton's life has been shaped by her family's troubled past. With an inheritance seemingly out of reach, she finds herself at the mercy of circumstance. Yet, when she secures a position at...

Elizabeth I has ruled England for ten years, but refuses to name a successor. This decision sets off a chain reaction of intrigue and betrayal in the Tudor court. Bess of Hardwick, newly wed to...

A gripping tale of motherhood, loss, and redemption unfolds in this captivating story. In 1754, Bess Bright returns to London, only to discover that someone has taken her illegitimate newborn,...

London, 1754, has long been a city of secrets and surprises. For Bess Bright, the past has finally caught up, bringing with it a revelation that will change her life forever. Six years after leaving...