3314 results for 'Kathleen K. Desmond'

This Is Your Brain On Parasites: How Tiny Creatures Manipulate Our Behavior and Shape SocietyDiscover the fascinating world of parasites and their influence on human behavior. From the way they...

Kathleen Ferrier: A Life of Exceptional TalentDiscover the remarkable story of Kathleen Ferrier, widely regarded as one of the greatest lyric contraltos of the 20th century. From her humble...

The Kathleen Kilbane Story by Allan Worthy is an inspiring account of a remarkable young woman's life. Born in Perth, Scotland, Kathleen lived out her 14 years with extraordinary devotion to her...

Desmond Beckwith's life is one of quiet desperation. As a man with an international investment empire and a beautiful New York townhouse, he appears to have it all. Yet, at forty-five, he feels...

Little Drifters - Kathleen's Story A Devastating Account of a Stolen Childhood This is a harrowing true story of love, loss and betrayal. In 1960s Ireland, Kathleen recounts the extreme hardship and...

The Staircase: The Murder of Kathleen Peterson In December 2001, the body of Kathleen Peterson was found at the bottom of the stairs in her North Carolina home. Her husband, Michael, reported that...

A Dress for Kathleen by Heather Richardson tells the story of a remarkable woman's life. Born in 1907, she grew up during a time of great change and social upheaval.Through her experiences,...

Desmond and the Very Mean Word A Story of Forgiveness by Desmond Tutu and Douglas Carlton Abrams is a powerful tale about anger, compassion, and forgiveness. Based on a true story from Archbishop...

A Great Task of Happiness: The Life of Kathleen Scott Kathleen Scott's life was one of contrasts - that of a devoted wife and widow, and an adventurous woman who forged friendships with some of the...

Kathleen Raine's poetry presents a unique and imaginative vision that sets it apart from contemporary poetry. To fully appreciate her work, a deep understanding of her underlying premises and values...

Death by Talons Did an Owl 'Murder' Kathleen Peterson? The murder of Kathleen Peterson in 2001 remains one of North Carolina's most infamous cases. Found dead at the bottom of her staircase, her body...

Viola Desmond: Her Life and Times offers a comprehensive look at the life of Viola Desmond, a pioneering African Canadian businesswoman who broke down racial barriers in her community. This...

Kathleen and Frank: The Autobiography of a Family is a poignant love story set against the backdrop of the British Empire's final years before World War I. This family memoir, told through letters...

Kathleen Ffrench's life was one of contrasts - opulence and revolution, luxury and brutality. Born to an Irish diplomat and Russian heiress, she grew up in a world of privilege, yet her family's...

Desmond is a thought-provoking novel that explores the French Revolution through a unique blend of politics and romance. Written in response to Edmund Burke's Reflections on the Revolution in France,...

Kathleen Ferrier's letters and diaries offer a unique glimpse into the life of one of Britain's most beloved vocalists. This collection of 300+ letters and twelve years of personal diaries provides a...

The seventh book in the Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol series sees Desmond and Andres facing off against a mischievous snowman. When one local child builds the perfect snowman, it comes to life - but not...

The Collected Poems of Kathleen Raine is a definitive collection of a poet's life's work, compiled with care and precision. Over six decades of writing, Kathleen Raine has established a unique voice,...

Rabble-Rouser for Peace: The Authorized Biography of Desmond TutuThis biography tells the full story of how a young man from South Africa's poverty-stricken townships became one of the world's most...

Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol is a series of chapter books that follow the adventures of an eight-year-old ghost hunter. With his trusty team by his side, Desmond explores the spooky world around him,...

A werewolf has everyone chasing their tails in this twelfth spooky adventure. In Kersville, a dogcatcher is on the loose, snatching up every dog he can find, including one that Desmond Cole has...

Louisa Kathleen Haldane's memoirs offer a unique glimpse into life in the second half of the nineteenth century. Written from the perspective of a growing girl and an independently-minded young...

Desmond Tutu: A Spiritual Biography of South Africa's ConfessorThis biography explores the spiritual life and contemplative practices that shaped Desmond Tutu's commitment to restorative justice and...

Desmond: A Collection of Stories about People who Share My Name by Allison Dearstyne explores the fascinating connections between individuals with this name from diverse backgrounds and eras. The...

Kathleen Ferrier's letters and diaries offer a unique glimpse into the life of England's greatest lyric contralto. Published to mark her centenary, this revised edition includes new material,...

Dame Kathleen Kenyon was a trailblazing archaeologist whose remarkable career spanned major discoveries and personal struggles. This biography, by Miriam C Davis, offers a balanced and illuminating...

Desmond Morris's Peoplewatching offers a fascinating glimpse into human behaviour and body language. By observing people's actions and habits, he reveals how they unconsciously signal their...

A powerful debut novel set in Australia, continuing the legacy of 'Master of the Genre' Desmond Bagley. Bill Kemp, insurance investigator, has never wanted to trek deep into the remote interior of...

Kathleen Brooks offers a unique approach to trading foreign exchange by combining fundamental and technical analysis. By understanding how fundamental factors influence currency prices in the medium...

The Desmond Cole Ghost Patrol Collection #4 is a four-book boxed set that brings together some of the spookiest and most mischievous tales from Kersville. With its unique blend of ghosts, monsters,...

The Bible in a Week with the Blessed Virgin MaryThis unique and thought-provoking book explores the relationship between faith and everyday life, using the story of the Virgin Mary as its framework...

Desmond Richardson: A Virtuoso's Journey Renowned dancer Desmond Richardson has spent decades delivering commanding performances on stages around the world. Born in South Carolina to a Caribbean...

Detective Kathy Mallory. New York's darkest. You only underestimate her once. When NYPD Sergeant Kathy Mallory was an eleven-year-old street kid, she got caught stealing. The detective who found her...

Desmond Cole and his friend Andres Miedoso are ready for any spooky adventure that comes their way. This four-book collection brings together some of their most thrilling experiences, including...

That Reminds Me is a deeply moving and original work of literature from Derek Owusu. The story follows K as he grows up in care, navigating the city and finding love, but ultimately comes to realise...

A poignant and powerful collection of three novels by New York Times bestselling author Kathleen Glasgow. This boxed set brings together Girl in Pieces, How to Make Friends With the Dark, and You'd...

Billy Wilder's Sunset Boulevard is a film noir that also serves as a scathing critique of the Hollywood dream factory. The movie tells the story of those who were both created and destroyed by this...

Sergeant Kathy Mallory is a woman with a unique skillset - she can infiltrate even the most complex computer systems and understand the minds of killers. When a murder takes place in Central Park, it...

Eva's search for truth begins with a letter from her grandfather, hidden away in his painting studio. As she delves into his past, she uncovers secrets and lies that have haunted their family for...

A universal love story unfolds in this beautifully crafted novel. As two people navigate the complexities of modern love, they find themselves folding time and space into an intimate, ever-changing...

Iron Annie by Luke Cassidy is a gripping and emotional rollercoaster of a story that explores the complexities of human relationships. Aoife's life becomes entangled with Annie, a mysterious woman...

Iron Annie is a breakneck journey that crackles with energy, warmth and heart. When Aoife's desire to love and cling to this dangerous stranger culminates in a road trip through Britain to dispose of...

Harmless Like You by Rowan Hisayo Buchanan is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and identity.Set against the backdrop of 1980s London, this...

Castles from Cobwebs by J. A. Mensah is a powerful and moving debut novel that explores themes of identity, family, and faith. Imani's life has been shaped by the nuns who raised her on a remote...

A strange and troubled woman's life is about to take an unexpected turn. A fox appears on her lawn, bringing gifts and making himself at home.As Mary listens to the fox, she begins to hear herself...

The Witch Get Witcher by Andres Miedoso is a twenty-first century ghost story that takes place in an elementary school. A principal at Kersville Elementary School is suspected to be a witch, but it's...

Golden Child by Claire Adam is a powerful and emotional novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and the impossible choices we face. When Paul's disappearance sets off a chain of...

The Butcher's Hook A Dark and Twisted Tale of Georgian London by Janet Ellis is set in 18th century London, where the summer of 1763 brings a sense of possibility. For Anne Jaccob, life is about to...

When Kersville celebrates its birthday, the town is transformed into a vibrant circus. Clowns of all shapes and sizes bring laughter and excitement to the festivities.The big top tent is filled with...

The Nature of Borders: Salmon, Boundaries, and Bandits on the Salish Sea By Lissa K. Wadewitz University of Washington Press, 2012 For centuries, salmon management has been shaped by borders in the...

The Rising Tide of Color challenges traditional narratives of race in American history, presenting a different story of politics and social movements. This collection of essays highlights historical...

The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. Matthew Desmond examines the persistence of poverty in America, arguing that it is often a result...

A haunted ice cream truck is on the loose in this latest adventure. Summer has arrived in Kersville, bringing hot sunshine and school holidays. But for some kids, it also means one thing: fear of the...

Ursula K. Le Guin: Collected Poems (LOA #368) For the first time, a comprehensive collection of American poet Ursula K. Le Guin's collected poems is published. Spanning her entire career, from her...

Four couples, four new beginnings. This collection of four romance stories brings together the talents of Kathleen E. Woodiwiss and three other authors, Jo Beverley, Tanya Anne Crosby, and Samantha...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Gifts / Voices / Powers is a trilogy of coming-of-age stories set in the Western Shore, a world where young people struggle to come to terms with their mysterious and magical...

Cairn is a profound meditation on the precariousness of the planet, marked by the stones of a wayside cairn. Poet and author Kathleen Jamie has been turning her attention to a new form of writing,...

Seattle from the Margins: Exclusion, Erasure, and the Making of a Pacific Coast City By Megan Asaka The history of Seattle is often told as one of urban progress and growth. However, this narrative...

Tiger's world has been turned upside down by the loss of her mother. Now, she must learn to navigate the darkness that has followed her into the light. This powerful and poignant novel explores the...

By stepping out to look, Kathleen Jamie reveals the hidden connections between our domestic realities and the natural world. In her unique and evocative travelogues, she weaves together themes of...

You'd Be Home Now by Kathleen Glasgow A heart-wrenching and thought-provoking novel about addiction, family and finding one's voice. Emmy has spent her life being told exactly who she is, but when a...

Material Girls: A Clear and Humane Case for Retaining RealityThis timely critique challenges the influential theory that our inner gender identity is more socially significant than our biological sex...

Kathleen Hanna's memoir is a testament to the power of punk rock and the enduring spirit of feminism. Born from the tumultuous 1980s and 1990s punk scene, Hanna's story is one of radical...

Charlotte Davis is in pieces. At seventeen, she's already lost more than most people do in a lifetime. She's learned how to forget the pain, washing it away with the broken glass until there's only...

Death on a Country Road by Desmond Fahy The story of two friends, Sean and Colm, who were killed by loyalist paramilitaries on their way home from a football match in 2006. Their bodies were found on...

Selected Stories of Philip K. Dick brings together twenty-one of the author's most thought-provoking and imaginative tales, showcasing his mastery of science fiction and fantasy. From the idyllic...

Charlie Davis is in pieces. At seventeen, she's already lost more than most people lose in a lifetime. She's learned to cope with her pain through cutting, finding solace in the numbness it brings...

A charming fantasy about a young girl who discovers a real dragon and helps him come to terms with feeling like he's lost time. Rinn's adventure with her uncle Erik and his partner Hesekiel takes her...

The Complete Book of Tarot Reversals by Mary K. Greer offers a unique perspective on the Tarot deck's "other half" - the reversed cards. This in-depth guide helps readers interpret the upside-down...

Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang's Paper Girls Deluxe Edition Volume 2 is a stunning collection of two time-traveling adventures. Written by Brian K. Vaughan, a New York Times bestselling writer,...

Understanding the wind is key to improving your accuracy in rifle shooting, regardless of the conditions. This book, written by champion shooters Linda K. Miller and Keith A. Cunningham, shares their...

Ursula K. Le Guin Conversations on Writing In this insightful collection of interviews, Ursula K. Le Guin shares her thoughts on craft, aesthetics, and philosophy in her fiction, poetry, and...

The Plastic Surgery Recovery Handbook offers practical advice and guidance for those recovering from plastic surgery. Written by Kathleen Helen Lisson Clt, a Certified Lymphedema Therapist with years...

Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang's Paper Girls Deluxe Edition Volume 1 is a stunning oversized hardcover that brings together the first two storylines of this critically acclaimed series. In the...

Radical Intimacy by Sophie K. Rosa explores how the capitalist system shapes our intimate lives and what we can do about it. The book examines topics such as self-care, romance, sex, family, home,...

Anita Blake, Vampire Hunter is a gripping novel by Laurell K. Hamilton, suited to readers of paranormal fiction. As a U.S. Marshal for the Preternatural Branch, Anita Blake is a skilled and...

Philip K. Dick's Collected Stories Volume 1 brings together some of the most influential and thought-provoking works in the Science Fiction genre. This new edition includes a range of mind-expanding...

The Tree House by Kathleen JamieThis powerful collection explores our place within family and society through a kind of practical earthly spirituality. Through encounters with animals, birds, and...

G. K. Beale's Revelation: A Shorter Commentary provides a comprehensive analysis of the Book of Revelation, presenting it as an integrated whole and a conscious continuation of the Old Testament...

Discover the world of vinegar beyond store-bought options. Kirsten K. Shockey's in-depth guide takes you on a journey into the science and art of fermenting your own vinegars, from apple cider to red...

K-Pop: The Odyssey offers an in-depth exploration of one of the biggest pop cultural phenomena in recent history. Drawing from stories and interviews with key figures in the K-Pop industry, this book...

Anna K: A Love Story by Jenny Lee is a captivating tale of first love and heartbreak. At seventeen, Anna K appears to have it all - perfect relationships, a proud family, and a life of luxury...

The Summer of Broken Rules by K. L. Walther is a heartwarming romance novel inspired by the songs of Taylor Swift. After losing her sister eighteen months ago, Meredith Fox is determined to reconnect...

A poignant and powerful love story, "Love from A to Z" by S. K. Ali, is a heart-wrenching tale of two young people navigating their identities and relationships. When Zayneb, a Muslim teenager, is...

Topological and Bivariant K-Theory by Joachim Cuntz and Jonathan Rosenberg provides a comprehensive introduction to bivariant K-theory for bornological algebras, building upon the foundations of...

The Essential Ananda K. Coomaraswamy This collection of writings by Ananda K. Coomaraswamy offers a unique perspective on traditional culture and philosophy. As a scholar and critic, Coomaraswamy...

Anna K by Jenny Lee is a reimagining of Leo Tolstoy's timeless love story, set against the backdrop of Manhattan and Greenwich society. Seventeen-year-old Anna K seems to have it all - perfect...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Dancing at the Edge of the World is a thought-provoking collection of essays that mark a significant shift in her writing style. Since her last nonfiction collection, The Language...

Charlie K's journey from a stone age society to modern university life is a story of unexpected encounters and challenges. In 1960, he finds himself in America, navigating racial prejudice and...

In the wilderness, a chance to start anew was found. The plan was to leave behind the heartache of reality and build a life free from interference. The harsh environment was meant to be a catalyst...

A powerful and personal novel by Bernardo Kucinski tells the story of a father's desperate search for his daughter, who vanished during Brazil's military dictatorship. The author's own experiences...

Ursula K. Le Guin's first full-length collection of essays explores the intersection of writing, science fiction, and fantasy. The book delves into her background as a writer and educator, as well as...

Vitamin K and the Newborn by Sara Wickham explores the routine recommendation of Vitamin K for newborn babies, examining the reasons behind this practice and the concerns of parents who want more...

The Book of Forgiving: A Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize winner, and Chair of The Elders, offers a manual on the art of forgiveness,...

Ursula K. Le Guin's Words Are My Matter is a collection of essays on life and literature that offers a unique perspective on contemporary fiction. Through her writing, Le Guin explores the power of...

Piano Sonatas No.10-12 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart for Solo Piano (1783) K.330/300h K.331/300i K.332/300kA collection of sonatas for solo piano, this edition features the final three works from...

The Relation of Cobordism to K-Theories by P. E. Conner and E. E. Floyd is a foundational work in mathematics that explores the connection between cobordism and K-theories.Published in 1966, this...

Joseph K and the Cost of Living is a darkly comedic adaptation of Franz Kafka's The Trial. In this version, Emily White brings to life the story of Joseph K, a man who finds himself arrested without...

Ursula K. Le Guin's post-apocalyptic vision of California is presented in this expanded edition, prepared shortly before her death. This fourth volume in the Library of America's definitive edition...

BMW K Series: The Complete Story The BMW K-series motorcycles represent a pivotal moment in the company's history, marking a radical shift towards liquid-cooled 'multis' that would go on to shape...