320 results for 'Kiesgen, Francois'

The Poems of François Villon This new bilingual edition of François Villon's work incorporates recent scholarship, offering a fresh perspective on the 15th-century poet's enduring legacy. The poems...

François Ozon: A Film Career in Transition Thibaut Schilt explores the career of François Ozon, a filmmaker known for his innovative style and provocative themes. From his early days as a student at...

François Truffaut: The Lost Secret by Anne Gillain explores the director's unique approach to cinematic art. Truffaut's films are characterized by their ability to evoke strong emotions and reveal...

François Laruelle's Philosophies of Difference A Critical Introduction and Guide by Rocco GangleGilles Deleuze described Laruelle's thought as 'one of the most interesting undertakings of...

Methodical Dressage of the Riding Horse According to the Last Teachings of Francois Baucher and Dressage of the Outdoor Horse From The Last Teaching of François Baucher As Recalled by One of His...

Francois Truffaut: A New Perspective This biography provides a fresh appraisal of the life and work of Francois Truffaut, one of the most influential filmmakers of the 20th century. Truffaut's career...

François-Marie Banier's photography celebrates gay culture in all its vibrant glory. Spanning over two decades and four continents, this collection showcases the beauty and diversity of Gay Prides in...

François Rabelais's Complete Works offer a unique blend of satire and humanism in this comprehensive collection. Translated by Donald Frame, the edition brings to life the exuberance and invention of...

Minima Memoria examines the lasting impact of French philosopher Jean-François Lyotard's work, whose influence extends across various fields including philosophy, literature, and politics. This...

The Last Supper Tapestry: A French Royal Masterpiece. In 1505, a monumental work of art was commissioned by François, Duke of Angoulême, future king of France, and his mother-in-law Louise de Savoie...

François Laruelle's Principles of Non-Philosophy A Critical Introduction and Guide by Anthony Paul Smith provides a comprehensive guide to understanding this complex philosophical work. As...

François Mitterrand was a complex figure in French politics, marked by both controversy and significant achievement. This biography offers a nuanced exploration of his life and legacy, shedding light...

François Englert's life story is one of resilience and intellectual curiosity. Born to Jewish emigrants, he grew up as a "hidden child" during World War II, before becoming a rebellious youth who...

Francois Devienne's Nouvelle Methode Theorique Et Pratique Pour la Flute is a comprehensive flute method that has been widely used for over two decades. First published in 1999, this volume contains...

Athens, Still Remains by Jacques Derrida is an extended commentary on a series of photographs of contemporary Athens. In this work, Derrida develops his ideas in several unexpected directions,...

This study explores how female characters are portrayed as neurotic male projections in two classic films: Vertigo and La Sirène du Mississippi. By examining feminist film theory, particularly Laura...

Dark Art: a Horror Colouring Book by François Gautier is a unique and captivating book for horror fans. The book features elaborately detailed black line artwork of various spine-tingling creations,...

Hand to Hand Combat is a practical guide to close combat techniques, written by Francois d'Eliscu, a renowned expert in the field. First published in 1944, this manual outlines d'Eliscu's techniques...

Zoë François shares her expertise in baking a wide range of delicious cakes, from Bundt cakes and loaves to beautifully layered desserts. This book features over 85 simple and straightforward...

In the remote village of Dunwich, Massachusetts, the old stories of witches still linger, and strange noises echo through the hills. Here, a young woman named Lavinia Whateley gives birth to a child,...

At the Mountains of Madness Vol 1 is a visually stunning reimagining of H.P. Lovecraft's story. In 1933, Professor Dyer recounts the tragic events of a scientific expedition to Antarctica, which he...

Journal of a French Soldier: From Valmy to WaterlooThis authentic account chronicles the military career of Charles François, from his early days fighting for revolutionary France at the Battle of...

François, Portrait of an Absent Friend is a poignant and powerful exploration of friendship and memory. Written in evocative prose, this book is a heartfelt ode to the complexities of human...

Francois Eugene Vidocq's memoirs offer a unique glimpse into the life of a master of disguise and deception. As a thief, secret agent, and first French chief of secret police, Vidocq's exploits are a...

François Baucher's work on modern equitation was marked by controversy in 19th century France. His innovative ideas, including the one tempi flying changes at the canter, were met with resistance...

Harry Gruyaert: A Retrospective of Colour and Freedom Harry Gruyaert's work revolutionized the use of colour in photography, creating a bold and emotive visual language that continues to inspire...

Deep Learning with R, Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to building neural networks using the R language and the Keras library. This book provides a hands-on introduction to deep learning,...

The Journal of Countess Francoise Krasinska is a personal account of life in 18th-century European courts. Born into a family of noble connections, the author recounts her experiences as a young girl...

The Eloquence of the Sardine: A Global Tour of Marine LifeJoin Bill François on an underwater journey to uncover the secrets of the sea. From the simple eloquence of the sardine to the mysteries of...

Francoise Hardy: A Musical Tale of Love and Loss by Andrew Norman In the early 1960s, Francoise Madeleine Hardy emerged as a new 'Star' on the pop music scene, captivating audiences with her...

Discovering Françoise Dolto Psychoanalysis, Identity and Child Development by Kathleen Saint-Onge is a psychobiographical study that delves into the life and theories of French pediatrician and...

This groundbreaking book explores the evolution of avant-garde art and criticism in Francoist Spain. From 1939 to 1975, it examines how artists, critics, and institutions interacted to shape the...

Salvador Puig Antich's story is one of fierce resistance against fascism in Spain. In the early 1970s, he was at the forefront of the Iberian Liberation Movement, using armed action to challenge the...

Françoise Gilot was known to Picasso as "The Woman Who Says No". A talented and feisty artist in her own right, she left him after ten years together. In 2012-2014, German journalist Malte Herwig...

Stanton Thundler has been looking forward to visiting the haunted hay maze with his friends. However, things take a turn when he gets separated from them and meets Francois Toulouse by chance...

Life with Picasso is a candid and intimate account of Françoise Gilot's life with the renowned artist Pablo Picasso. The author recounts her tumultuous relationship with Picasso, which spanned over a...

Summer vacation is usually a time to relax and enjoy family. For François and his sons, this particular vacation will be their most memorable yet...and also maybe their last.A relaxing getaway in the...

The Testament and Other Poems: New Translation by François VillonA raw and unflinching portrayal of life in medieval Paris, this collection of poems is marked by its violent, indignant, and often...

Set in 2022, Sumisión is a novel that explores the monotony and disillusionment of modern life. A middle-aged lecturer struggling to find meaning, François's existence is marked by his own brand of...

Americans' search for identity through family trees reveals the story of America itself. According to François Weil, this preoccupation with social standing, racial purity, and national belonging...

The Comical Dreams of Pantagruel is a collection of 120 engravings published by Richard Breton in 1565. These illustrations are attributed to François Rabelais, who had passed away twelve years...

Crocodile Tears is a humorous children's story that takes readers on an exciting adventure. In this 1956 tale, a clever plan is put into action to catch a crocodile and bring it home. Written by...

Nathalie's life is one of happiness and comfort. Married to François, she spends her days surrounded by laughter and books. But when François dies unexpectedly, Nathalie finds herself lost and alone...

The Tournament Volume 3 by Jean-Francois Kieffer is an exciting tale set in thirteenth-century Italy. Loupio, an orphan befriended by Saint Francis of Assisi, competes against bigger and...

Truth-Conditional Pragmatics by François Recanati François Recanati challenges traditional views on the relationship between language and meaning. He argues that the meaning of an utterance cannot be...

Dark Art Nightmare: A Horror Coloring Book by François Gautier is a chilling collection of 46 nightmarish illustrations to color. Twisted dreams come to life in intricate artwork featuring disturbing...

Francois de La Motte, Bishop of Cambrai, was a 17th-century French theologian and spiritual thinker whose writings have only recently gained widespread attention. His unique approach to spirituality...

The Economical Table by Francois Quesnay Francois Quesnay's influential work, The Economical Table, is a foundational text in the history of economics. First published in 1758, it represents the core...

A collection of short stories by François Mauriac, published in 1968. This paperback edition features 610 pages and is bound in paperback.Mauriac's writing explores the human condition through his...

The Battle Book 2/3 by Frederic Richaud Cinebook, 2021. 68 pages, paperback. The battle has been joined, and Massena holds onto Aspern with desperate determination. The French cavalry charges...

Set against the backdrop of war and love, this first instalment in a trilogy tells the story of Louis-François Lejeune, a young colonel with a complicated past. In occupied Vienna, he finds himself...

The Inhuman Reflections on Time by Jean-François Lyotard In this thought-provoking study, Jean-François Lyotard explores the phenomenon of postmodernity, examining the work of influential...

Nuno Oliveira's collected later works offer a unique insight into the world of Equestrian Art. As one of the leading figures in this discipline, Oliveira synthesised the teachings of Francois...

Leonardo da Vinci Self, Art and Nature by François Quiviger explores the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci through three interconnected themes: nature, art, and self-fashioning. Born in the Tuscan...

The One and the Many: The Early History of the Qur'an by François Deroche A meticulous examination of early Islamic sources reveals that plurality was the outstanding characteristic of the genesis...

The Comet Seekers by Helen Sedgwick A poignant and evocative novel about love, loss, hope and heartbreak, set against the backdrop of the natural world. Roisin and Francois's lives are intertwined by...

The Mirror of Herodotus: Representing the Other in the Writing of History by François Hartog François Hartog's groundbreaking work explores the earliest sustained exploration in the West of cultural...

The Boy and the Bomber by Francois Ydier On June 8th, 1944, a Lancaster bomber was shot down over France, leaving behind seven airmen and those who risked their lives to help them evade capture. The...

Simple Tailoring and Alterations is a comprehensive guide to mastering the basics of tailoring and making alterations. With over thirty years of experience in the garment industry, J...

Claudia Rowe's memoir is a deeply unsettling and thought-provoking exploration of obsession, humanity, and the darkness that can lurk beneath the surface of seemingly ordinary lives. In 1998, Rowe...

The Gate by François Bizot In 1971, François Bizot's life was forever changed when he was captured by the Khmer Rouge while on a routine outing in the Cambodian countryside. After three months of...

French Theory: How Foucault, Derrida, Deleuze, & Co. Transformed the Intellectual Life of the United States by François Cusset. In the late 1970s and 1980s, a group of radical French thinkers had a...

Naufragio de un profeta: Heidegger hoyA philosophical novel that explores the complexities of identity and existence through the lens of Martin Heidegger's thought. François Rastier delves into the...

In the mountains of madness, François Baranger brings to life the eerie tales of H.P. Lovecraft.A geologist's warning becomes a desperate attempt to prevent a disastrous expedition to the Antarctic,...

Polonaise in G Minor B.1 - For Solo PianoA high-quality reproduction of Chopin's seminal work, perfect for students and musicians looking to explore his music.This edition features Frédéric François...

Marseille Noir is the latest addition to Akashic's esteemed Noir series, bringing together 12 original stories that showcase the city's gritty and atmospheric side. This anthology is a worthwhile...

Discover nine centuries of French painting in this comprehensive collection of over 450 works.From medieval frescoes to neoclassical and romantic paintings, this book brings together popular...

The screenplay to the acclaimed documentary about the life and eccentricities of Glenn Gould is presented here in its entirety. François Girard and Don McKellar's dramatized exploration of Gould's...

Espera en DiosA collection of thoughts on hope written by François-Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan during his 13-year imprisonment in Vietnam, and up to the end of his life. This selection offers a glimpse...

Lost on Division: Party Unity in the Canadian ParliamentSince Confederation, Canada's Parliament has shown a high level of party unity when it comes to legislative voting. However, this was not...

Hector and the Search for Happiness A Novel by Francois LelordA young psychiatrist's quest to understand what makes people happy or unhappy takes him on a journey around the world, from Paris to...

Let Go by François de Salignac de La Mothe-Fénelon is a guide to finding peace and joy in life's challenges.This thought-provoking work offers practical advice on how to release distresses and find...

The Genius of Christianity: The Spirit and Beauty of the Christian ReligionBy François-René de Chateaubriand, this 766-page paperback explores the ways in which Christianity enriches art, literature,...

Stuart Sim explores the political focus of Jean François Lyotard, a key figure in poststructuralist and postmodernist thought. Lyotard's pragmatism offers a framework for political theory and action...

The Postmodern Condition by Jean-Francois Lyotard explores the aftermath of modern industrial society, examining the impact of technology and its effects on science, art, and information control in...

Islamism in the Shadow of al-Qaeda by François Burgat provides a nuanced understanding of the complex dialogues that have shaped the post-9/11 world. Drawing on his extensive experience living and...

There Is No Such Thing as Cultural Identity by François JullienThis provocative book challenges the notion of cultural identity and argues that it is not a fixed or exclusive concept. Instead,...

Mastering the art of cooking doesn't have to be stressful. With Secrets of a Master Chef: Basic Rules and Shortcuts, you can simplify your culinary knowledge and enjoy the process.This comprehensive...

François Truffaut's groundbreaking interviews with Alfred Hitchcock offer a unique insight into the cinematic method and the history of film. Spanning fifty hours of conversation, these discussions...

At the Mountains of Madness Vol. 2 is a hardcover edition of H.P. Lovecraft's 1936 horror novel, illustrated by François Baranger. The book follows the final days of the Dyer expedition in...

Zadig; L'Ingenu is a humorous tale by Francois Voltaire, set in exotic lands and written in a style reminiscent of his earlier work, Candide.Compared to its predecessor, this story takes a darker...

François Élie Jules Lemaître's alphabet-themed stories were born from his love for children and storytelling. This bilingual edition is designed to assist those learning French, featuring the...

Voltaire in Love tells the story of an extraordinary romance between two influential figures of 18th-century France. In 1733, Marquise du Chatelet began her affair with Francois-Marie Arouet, a...

Laruelle and Art: The Aesthetics of Non-PhilosophyJonathan Fardy explores the unique contribution of French philosopher François Laruelle to aesthetic theory, focusing on his 'non-aesthetic' project...

Deep Learning with Python by François Chollet introduces the field of deep learning using the Python language and the powerful Keras library. This book builds your understanding through intuitive...

Discover the art of French cooking with this comprehensive cookbook for beginners. François de Mélogue shares his expertise to guide you through making timeless French dishes like Duck Confit,...

Archives of Joy: Reflections on Animals and the Nature of BeingA deeply restorative memoir that explores the transformative power of encounters with animals, Jean-François Beauchemin reflects on the...

The Astrology for Initiates: A Synthesis of Western Mystery Traditions. Written by Papus, this book is a culmination of his astrological and esoteric studies, synthesizing influences from prominent...

The Complete Spiritual Doctrine of St. Therese of Lisieux is a comprehensive collection of writings by French author and Catholic nun, Francois Jamart.Written under the pseudonym of Saint Thérèse de...

Las ruinas de Palmira is a fascinating account of the discovery of ancient Palmyra's ruins in the Syrian desert. Written by French historian and philosopher Constantin-François Chassebœuf de La...

At just eleven years old, Jean-Francois Champollion made a promise to himself: he would be the first person to decipher Egypt's ancient hieroglyphs. Over the next twenty years, he dedicated his life...

David Lehman's latest collection combines wit and candour in poems that explore life, love, ageing, disease, friendship, chance, and redemption. With a unique blend of spontaneity and poetic skill,...

François Laruelle's Struggle and Utopia at the End Times of Philosophy explores a radical rethinking of philosophy's future. For Laruelle, traditional philosophy has become stagnant, serving only to...

Louie faces his biggest challenge yet: kicking a massive soccer ball. Can he overcome his own doubts and fiery temper to succeed? With the help of his friends, François and Rose, Louie gives it his...

The Chickens Build a Wall by Jean-Francois Dumont is a humorous story about the unexpected consequences of building a wall. A group of chickens at a farm construct a barrier, driven by their...

Rococo Art for Kids: A Fun and Accessible Introduction Discover the light and playful world of Rococo art, which emerged in the 1700s. This unique style was inspired by the extravagant nature of the...

Egypt: A Civilization that Continues to FascinateThe ancient Egyptian civilization has long been a source of fascination for scholars and enthusiasts alike. From its magnificent monuments to the...

This conversation between two philosophers has resulted in a thought-provoking exploration of life's complexities. François L'Yvonnet's questions are answered by André Comte-Sponville, who shares his...

François de Salignac de la Mothe Fénelon's seminal work on the existence of God is presented here in English translation. First published anonymously in 1713, this volume is part of a collection of...