98 results for 'Kingsolver, Br'

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver Born to a teenage single mother in a single-wide trailer, Demon Copperhead is a boy with no assets beyond his dead father's good looks and copper-colored hair,...

A Study Guide for Barbara Kingsolver's "The Poisonwood Bible" provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author...

For book clubs and literature students, Linda Wagner-Martin's guide to Barbara Kingsolver's novel offers a thorough analysis of this acclaimed work. This study includes a biography of the novelist, a...

Taylor Greer's journey begins in rural Kentucky, where poverty and uncertainty shape her dreams of escape. With two goals in mind, she sets out west, determined to leave her past behind. However,...

The Poisonwood Bible by Barbara Kingsolver is a powerful exploration of family, faith, and redemption set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in African history. In 1959, an American missionary...

Demon Copperhead A Novel by Barbara Kingsolver Born to a teenage single mother in a single-wide trailer, Demon Copperhead's life is marked by survival and resilience. With no assets beyond his dead...

Stephen Owens' BR Blue: the North in Focus is a nostalgic look back at a pivotal era in British rail history. From 1978 onwards, Owens captured the essence of Rail Blue, a period marked by decline...

Crewe in the Days of Br Blue by Michael Hitchen offers a fascinating glimpse into the railway town's rich history. With an array of previously unpublished photos, this book takes readers back to a...

The 1970s and 1980s: A Time of Transition for Britain's Railways During this period, the railway industry was undergoing significant changes. As the nationalised industries faced challenges, the...

BRS Behavioral Science Current coverage of key topics in behavioral science, psychiatry, epidemiology and related areas, this eighth edition equips students with the latest clinical findings and...

Steam on the Branch Lines: A Photographic Portrait of BR's Southern Region in the 1960s The 1960s saw significant changes in BR's Southern Region, from the early days of steam operation on many...

BRS Pathology, Sixth Edition, provides an easy-to-use resource for understanding pathology in the USMLE Step 1 format. This comprehensive textbook features new content, high-yield topics, concise...

BRS Physiology, 8th Edition, is a comprehensive review of essential physiology concepts for students preparing for medical school exams. With its concise and efficient approach, this title helps...

Railways & Recollections 1968: The End of BR SteamThis nostalgic collection of photographs and stories captures the essence of British Railways' steam era, as it came to an end in 1968. Featuring...

Demon Copperhead is a powerful and moving novel about a young boy's struggle to find love, safety, and a sense of belonging. Born into a life of poverty and hardship, Demon must draw on his courage,...

Dellarobia Turnbow's life has been one of quiet desperation, her dreams of a better future lost to the demands of her rural farm. Yet, in a moment of desperation, she finds herself drawn to a younger...

Coyote's Wild Home by Barbara Kingsolver and Lily Kingsolver is a heartwarming story about two young explorers who discover the wonders of the wilderness together. In this beautifully illustrated...

The 9th Edition of BRS Cell Biology and Histology is a portable reference guide ideal for in-class learning or quick review. This comprehensive textbook distills key facts and concepts from cell...

Railways Around Rugby: Pre-Grouping to Rail Blue tells the story of change on the railway network in the Rugby area from before the Grouping of the Railways in 1923 to the BR Rail Blue era of the...

Barbara Kingsolver's poetry collection Another America explores the complexities of American society through her experiences living in Tucson, Arizona. Born from her observations of refugees and the...

Barbara Kingsolver's poetry collection explores the everyday moments that bring breath and lightness to life. Divided into thematic sections, these poems balance practicality with profound insight,...

Faber 90th Stories brings together some of our finest short stories, past, present and future. This collection showcases the diverse range of writing styles and themes that Barbara Kingsolver has...

Experience the final years of steam locomotives in the North of England through this photographic survey.From around 1959/60 to the end of steam in 1968, John Whiteley captures the region's last days...

First introduced in 1955, British Railways' diesel locomotive fleet was initially met with skepticism. However, as the years passed and steam traction was phased out, the diesel fleet proved to be a...

De aedibus international 19 is an in-depth look at the work of Belgian architectural team a2o, founded by Jo Berben, Ingrid Mees and Luc Vanmuyssen. Their buildings are notable for their innovative...

BRS Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, and Genetics, 8th Edition, provides a comprehensive yet concise review to help ensure excellence on class exams and the USMLE Step 1. This updated edition...

The Joys of Jinties: The 3F 0-6-OTs of the LMS and BR, 1924-1967. Part one By Ian Sixsmith, published by Irwell Press in 2021. Over 400 'Jinty' 0-6-0Ts were built between 1924 and 1931, originally...

Barbara Kingsolver's Homeland and Other Stories is a poignant collection of stories that explore the human experience of love, family, and place. Set against the diverse landscapes of the Americas,...

Creating a realistic N Gauge railway layout in the BR Blue and Sectorisation eras requires attention to authentic operations and detailed accuracy. This guide helps modellers achieve an immersive...

The BR Swindon Type 1 0-6-0 Diesel-Hydraulic Locomotives - Class 14 Their Life in Industry provides an in-depth appraisal of the forty-eight locomotives that successfully transitioned from British...

Small Wonder Essays by Barbara Kingsolver explores the world's most pressing issues from unexpected places. The author weaves together personal reflections on motherhood, genetic engineering, and the...

Small Wonder by Barbara Kingsolver explores the intricate connections between our world and its most remote corners. Through essays that reflect her deep-rooted conviction that solutions to...

The Great Western Steam Retreat: Chasing the Final Steam Trains in BR's Western Region, Wales and the Welsh MarchesBy Keith Widdowson, published by History Press Limited.This illustrated book...

Barbara Kingsolver's Flight Behavior is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of life and our chosen truths. Set in present-day Appalachia, the story follows a young...

The LMS/BR Class 7 4-6-0 Rebuilds The Rebuilt Jubilee, Patriot and Royal Scot Locomotives is a detailed look at the rebuilt locomotives of this class. The book explores their origins in the 1940s,...

Rail Atlas 1939-1945 by Peter Waller provides a visual guide to the impact of World War II on the railway industry. This atlas illustrates the evolution of the railway network between 1939 and 1945,...

Summer 1983 marked a pivotal moment in the lives of the women who stood alongside their striking families. Barbara Kingsolver, a young journalist at the time, was assigned to cover the Phelps Dodge...

Taking Control: Sovereignty and Democracy After BrexitThis book argues that neither side in the Brexit debate truly understood the European Union or what was involved in reclaiming Britain's...

The Joy of Jinties: The 3F 0-6-0Ts of the LMS and BR, 1924-1967 (Part Two) Over 400 LMS 'Jinty' 0-6-0Ts were built between 1924 and 1931, with their origins shrouded in mystery. These standard...

RAF Brüggen in War and Peace is an account of the largest RAF station in Germany, built to accommodate new aircraft and NATO requirements. Completed in just one year, this vast airfield was carved...

Chameleon's Death Dance by B. R. Kingsolver is a gripping urban fantasy novel that follows Libby, a skilled thief and assassin, as she navigates a complex web of crime and deception in 23rd century...

The North British Type 2 B-B Diesel-Hydraulic Locomotives, Br Class 22 - Volume 1 - Setting the Scene This book provides an in-depth look at the introduction and early years of the Class 22...

Confessions of a Steam-Age Ferroequinologist is a unique and fascinating account of one man's quest to ride as many steam-hauled trains as possible before they were retired. Keith Widdowson, the...

The BR Swindon Type 1 0-6-0 Diesel-Hydraulic Locomotives - Class 14: Their Life on British Railways This book tells the story of the Class 14 locomotives, which were built by Swindon Works for...

Barbara Kingsolver and her family embarked on an extraordinary experiment: spending a year eating locally produced food, sourced as close to home as possible. By doing so, they aimed to break free...

Barbara Kingsolver's Unsheltered is a powerful exploration of human resilience and compassion in the face of great upheaval. When two hardworking people, Willa and her husband, follow all the rules...

The Lacuna A Novel by Barbara Kingsolver is a deeply moving story of identity, loyalty, and the devastating power of accusations. Born in the United States, Harrison Shepherd's life is shaped by his...

A comprehensive anthology of contemporary creative nonfiction brings together works from fifty leading writers. Spanning genres from memoir to journalism and personal essays to cultural criticism,...

Holding the Line is a powerful story about the transformative power of community and collective action. Set in the small mining towns of Arizona, it tells the true account of an 18-month strike...

The story of Britain's steam locomotives is often associated with Stephenson's Rocket, but this was not the first successful steam engine. In fact, several were built before it. Colin Maggs explores...

Knitting Yarns: Writers On KnittingThis anthology brings together twenty-seven writers who share their personal stories about knitting and its impact on their lives. From the joy of creating...

Birds: An Anthology by Jaqueline Mitchell This anthology celebrates the beauty and diversity of birds, bringing together poetry and prose from around the world. From the intricate nests of...

The Poisonwood Bible A Novel by Barbara Kingsolver is a powerful and suspenseful epic about one family's tragic undoing and remarkable reconstruction in postcolonial Africa. In 1959, Nathan Price...

A debut novel by Elaine Neil Orr, reminiscent of Barbara Kingsolver's magnum opus, The Poisonwood Bible, with elements of Joseph Conrad and Louise Erdrich. When Emma Davis reads the words of Isaiah...

The Lacuna A Novel by Barbara Kingsolver is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of identity and nationality. Spanning decades and continents, this epic story follows...

Diamonds and Blood by B. R. Kingsolver is a gripping thriller that follows Libby as she navigates a complex web of murder, mystery, and deception. After a daring heist, Libby finds herself at the...

Julia Alvarez returns with an inventive and emotional novel about storytelling that explores the power of stories to shape our lives. Alma Cruz inherits a plot of land in her homeland, the Dominican...

Animals dream about the things they do in the day, just like people do. But what happens when we're faced with our own unfinished business? Codi Noline returns to her hometown of Grace, Arizona, to...

Christian Faith and Philosophical Theology: Essays in Honour of Vincent Br Mmer by Sarot, M. This collection of essays honours the work of Vincent Br Mmer, exploring the intersection of Christian...

Scottish Steam, 1948-1967 presents a unique perspective on the end of steam locomotives in Britain. This period saw a diverse range of locomotives serving under BR, from old pre-Grouping engines to...

The End of an Era: Main Line Steam Around London Since 1968 In August 1968, British Rail (BR) marked the end of an era with the Fifteen Guinea Special, the last standard gauge steam train to run. A...

The Last Years of BR Steam in Wessex Southern Region by Philip HortonThis book explores the decline and eventual withdrawal of steam locomotives from the British Railways network in the Wessex...

Discover the vibrant colours of Southern Railway coaches in this extensive collection of images.The book showcases a wide variety of vehicles from the three pregrouping companies that made up the...

How We Love: A Formation for the Celibate LifeA well-researched and thorough program for celibacy formation, this volume provides a comprehensive approach to chaste celibacy for men and women in...

Discover the wisdom of St. Thérèse of Lisieux in this inspiring guide to living a life of grace and gratitude.Br. Joseph Schmidt shares practical teachings derived from the writings and life...

The Sulzer Type 4 Locomotives is a collection of mostly unpublished colour photographs showcasing these iconic British Rail locomotives in service from 1966 to 2019. Built between 1962 and 1966, the...

This revised and expanded edition of Atlas of Railway Station Closures presents an extensive atlas of Britain's railway network, detailing all standard gauge lines built in the country and their...

Stephen Dance's photographic journey through British Rail in the 1980s offers a unique perspective on the railway scene during this pivotal decade.The book captures the last years of BR Blue and...

The rural lines of northwest Essex were peaceful backwaters of the BR network, but carried much agricultural traffic of a seasonal nature. This book explores the lesser-known branch lines that served...

A British journalist and Canadian country singer embark on a journey along a remote Brazilian highway, unaware that their lives are about to change forever. Their encounter with a young girl selling...

Electric Locomotives on Britain's Railways by George Woods is a collection of largely unpublished colour photographs that showcase the different electric locomotive types used on the BR network since...

Lancashire's Railways 1978-Present is a photographic survey that captures the changes to Lancashire's railway network over more than 40 years. From the end of the regional BR Rail Blue era in 1978,...

Northern Rail Steam by Allan Heyes offers a unique glimpse into Britain's railways during their final years of steam. This collection of over 200 images takes the reader on a journey through various...

The Sixties Railway by Greg Morse is a portrait of a pivotal period in British railway history. As the country moved towards greater modernity and technological advancements, British Railways faced...

The Loco Spotter's Guide is a comprehensive guide to over sixty locomotive designs that have shaped British railways. First introduced in the 1800s, these iconic trains have had a profound impact on...

The West Highland Lines: A Railway's Resilience In 1960s Britain, the railway network faced significant cuts under Dr. Beeching's report, with nearly a third of railways closed. Yet, the West...

Rail Freight Since 1968 Coal by Paul Shannon This concise and authoritative series of books examines the changing patterns of rail freight from 1968 to the present day. Focusing on the movement of...

British Coaching Stock by John Dedman showcases an extensive collection of photographs documenting various types of coaches in service during the late 20th century. The archive features BR Mark 1,...

The LMS Princess Coronation Pacifics: Their Final Years and Preservation This book continues the story of the iconic Princess Coronation pacific locomotives, from their operation in 1957 to their...

Southern and Isle of Wight Railways: A Post-War Transformation The 1950s and 1960s were a time of significant change in southern England. This period is captured through images and recollections,...

Wales and Western Region Railways: The Late 1940s to Late 1960s A photographic journey back in time to post-war Wales and the Western Region, revealing the transformation of this railway network...

English Electric Diesel Locomotives by George Woods is a collection of mostly unpublished colour photographs showcasing the company's extensive diesel and electric locomotive fleet. Built between...

The 60th issue of The Southern Way is a comprehensive collection of articles and photo features exploring various aspects of the UK's Southern Railways. Spanning over 96 pages, this quarterly...

London Midland Steam 1948 to 1966 by Peter Tuffrey is a comprehensive collection of photographs showcasing the London Midland Region's steam locomotives during their final years. Spanning from 1948...

Impermanent Ways: A Look at Lost Railway Infrastructure Across Britain. This book explores the wider aspects of railway infrastructure that has been lost in Britain, from signalboxes and former steam...

The Hall Class 4-6-0 Locomotives By Allen Jackson The Hall class 4-6-0 locomotive was a significant development in British railway history, marking the precursor to thousands of mixed traffic engines...

The Tyne and Wear Metro: A History of the Underground Railway. In 2020, the Tyne & Wear Metro celebrated its fortieth anniversary, marking an exciting time for the system. As new trains are set to be...

Discover a deeper understanding of Jesus' love and guidance with Consoling the Heart of Jesus, a do-it-yourself retreat that combines the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius with the teachings of Sts...

David Shepherd: The Artist and His Railways David Shepherd's lifelong passion for railways was reflected in his art and his conservation work. As a renowned artist and conservationist, he was...

Second Generation DMUs in Scotland explores the modern diesel multiple units introduced by BR from 1981. The book features locations across Scotland and also examines Carlisle, showcasing units from...

The Last Years of North West Steam features over 250 stunning colour and black and white photographs that capture the steam era drawing to a close in North West England. Spanning from Crewe to...

East Anglia and the East Coast Railways: The Late 1940s to Late 1960s By Ian Reading and Brian Reading The post-war period in East Anglia was marked by significant cultural and technological change...

British Railways in the 1970s and '80s is a detailed look at a pivotal period in the history of British Rail. During this time, the railway network was undergoing significant changes, from the...

Gresley's A4s is a comprehensive collection of over 300 images showcasing the world-famous Pacific locomotives built by Sir Nigel Gresley in the mid-1930s. The book features photographs of every...

Britain's DMUs: 1966-1985 by George Woods The introduction of diesel trains in Britain predated the modernisation plan of 1955, with the BR Derby Lightweight design being the first to enter service...

The Last Years of South West Steam by Peter Tuffrey is a detailed look at the region's rich railway history in the 1950s and 1960s, as steam traction came to an end. Using over 230 evocative colour...

Bob Books Advancing Beginners is a sturdy hardcover bind-up designed to help young readers build their skills. This phonics-based learn-to-read set has been helping children learn to read for over...

Detailing and Modifying Ready-to-Run Locomotives in 00 Gauge Volume 2 by George Dent The variety of locomotive designs used on Britain's nationalized railway network has proven to be the most...