1496 results for 'Macdonald, Helen'

The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing's Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living This one-volume edition brings together the Nearing's two classic books on rural homesteading, Living the Good Life and...

T. H. White's "The Goshawk" is a captivating account of his obsession with a young goshawk he acquired in Germany. A particular sentence from an old handbook of falconry sparked his imagination, and...

Be Prepared! is a comprehensive guide to understanding the world around us, from the weather to everyday life. Frankie MacDonald, a renowned weather reporter, shares his expertise and personal...

Maud is an 88-year-old woman with a sharp tongue and a penchant for mischief. This humorous story collection by Helene Tursten features two previously untranslated tales that showcase Maud's feisty...

Helen DeWitt's novel explores the complexities of family life through the story of Sibylla, a single mother struggling to connect with her son Ludo. After a misguided one-night stand, Sibylla's...

The MacDonalds: A History of Feud and Survival The history of the MacDonalds is one of bloodshed and struggle for autonomy. This account recounts their tumultuous past, from the bitter feuds with...

Spark by Helen Hardt Donovan Steel's life is on track, with a promising career and a luxurious downtown loft. However, when his mother, the city attorney, asks him to return to his hometown and work...

Helen is a poignant play about the complex bond between mother and daughter. When her husband passes away, Helen is left to navigate life with her 15-year-old daughter Becca, who has recently lost...

H is for Hawk is a deeply personal and moving story of grief, nature, and the human experience. After the loss of her father, Helen Macdonald finds solace in the world of birds, particularly the...

George MacDonald: A Collection of Readings by CS Lewis This 365-day anthology brings together writings from George MacDonald, a major Christian writer of the late nineteenth and early twentieth...

H is for Hawk is a deeply personal and poignant account of grief, nature, and the human experience. Helen Macdonald's journey to train a goshawk, Mabel, is a powerful exploration of the complex...

Euripides' Helen offers a detailed literary and cultural analysis of this influential play. Written in 2008, this edition provides a comprehensive understanding of Euripides' treatment of Helen and...

Helen and the Grandbees by Alex Morrall is a heartwarming story about a woman who is forced to confront her past when her long-lost daughter returns with questions that she cannot answer. As Helen...

Helen Oxenbury: A Life in Illustration is a beautifully designed and engaging account of the life of renowned English illustrator Helen Oxenbury. Spanning her early childhood through to her...

Helen M Stevens Embroiderer's Countryside is a beautifully illustrated guide to nature-inspired embroidery. Using pure silk threads, Helen brings the natural world to life with stunning realism.This...

When Detective Inspector Helen Grace is framed for murder, she becomes one of the country's most high-profile prisoners. HMP Holloway is a place of dark days and long nights with dangers at every...

Helen Sloane's Diary is Jeff Lucas' first novel, offering a humorous and poignant read. In this story, Helen is on a mission to help those in her community, but she receives unexpected assistance.As...

This Is Us by Helen McGinn is a heartwarming story about the complexities of life, love, and family. When Stella's husband Simon vanishes without explanation, she must navigate the challenges of...

A woman's body is found in the road, a tragic accident or a cold-blooded killing? DI Helen Grace is on the scene, and she knows that nothing is as it seems. Across town, a shopkeeper is killed,...

The Doll's House Di Helen Grace 3 by M. J. Arlidge is a chilling thriller that follows Detective Inspector Helen Grace as she searches for a monster who's killed before. A young woman wakes up in a...

A literary obsession with a deadly twist. When Helen starts work as a lecturer in English literature, she's hoping for a quiet life. But trouble knows where to find her. Her new students seem...

A deeply suggestive and subversive novel about desire and its power to drive us. Helen Trocchi's story follows her journey as she runs away from her past, discovering a world of excitement and...

A new nightmare has descended upon the forest, where the innocent are being hunted and murdered by a faceless figure. The victims are left with only their screams, echoing through the darkness, as...

Helen of Troy is an epic novel that brings to life the complex tale of Helen, a figure at the heart of Greek mythology. Her beauty and immortal heritage make her both enchanting and hazardous,...

Brisees Helen Sear explores ideas of vision, touch and the representation of the nature of experience through a combination of drawing, lens-based media and digital technologies.The work is inspired...

Detective Inspector Helen Grace is at the centre of a gripping thriller. A man from her double life is found dead, and she must uncover the truth behind his murder. As she delves deeper, she...

Read the fantasy stories that inspired two of the most beloved authors in fantasy literature. This collection brings together the works of George MacDonald, whose imaginative fiction captivated C.S...

Three raging fires light up the city skies in the fourth DI Helen Grace thriller by M J Arlidge. This is no ordinary firestarter seeking thrills, but a series of careful and calculating acts of...

Helen Keller's life was marked by incredible challenges from a young age. Born deaf and blind, she faced a world of silence and darkness.With the help of her teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to...

The Two Worlds of Helen Duncan by Gena Brealey and Kay Hunter This book tells the true story of Helen Duncan, a woman whose remarkable gifts of clairvoyance and mediumship were overshadowed by...

Brad Steel is deeply in love with Daphne Wade, the woman who will soon become his wife and the mother of his unborn child. Their connection is more than just a union of two people - it's a destiny...

The Getaway Girls is a heartwarming tale of friendship and adventure, as three very different women embark on a journey of self-discovery and romance.Connie, Gill, and Maggie, all in their 50s, are...

Old MacDonald Had a Farm brings to life the beloved children's singalong song in a fresh new edition.Brought to you by a popular illustrator, this Little Golden Book is perfect for little ones who...

Helen Levitt: A Photographic Legacy This new volume in the Photofile series showcases the work of celebrated photographer Helen Levitt. Born in Brooklyn in 1913, Levitt is renowned for her...

Fiona Kovalenko's family is implicated in the darkest events of the twentieth century, and she must confront the truth about her own past. This is their story, told with a novelist's skill and...

A sharp and visceral debut poetry collection reimagines Helen of Troy from Homer's Iliad as a disgruntled housewife in 1990s Tennessee. In this affecting character study, Maria Zoccola explores the...

Dorothy Herrmann's biography of Helen Keller offers a powerful and intimate portrait of a complex woman. This well-proportioned biography rescues its subject from the shackles of sainthood, revealing...

The Archer Files: A Collection of Lew Archer's Short Stories Lew Archer, a private investigator, delves into the darker side of human nature, uncovering tangled family secrets and murder in the cases...

Old MacDonald's Farm is a charming board book featuring the familiar song with a New Zealand twist. Donovan Bixley's illustrations showcase the beautiful landscape and introduce a cast of quirky farm...

The Memoirs of Helene Kottanner (1439-1440) by Maya Christina Bijvoet Williamson and Helene Kottannerin. In 1440, a remarkable event took place in medieval Hungary. A servant and confidante of Queen...

A chilling game of survival and deception unfolds in this gripping thriller. Two people are abducted, imprisoned, and left with a gun, with only one walking away alive. As Detective Helen Grace...

St Helens has a rich and fascinating history that spans over 150 years. This book by Sue Gerrard explores the town's hidden heritage, from its early days as four separate townships to its development...

Helen Chadwick: The Oval Court by Marina Warner is an illustrated exploration of the artist's 1986 installation. This work showcased Chadwick's characteristic themes, including the female body and...

Helen Levitt was a pioneering street photographer whose work captured the essence of everyday life in New York's poorer neighbourhoods. Her photographs, spanning over six decades, are renowned for...

Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore by Bettany Hughes For three thousand years, Helen of Troy has been the subject of fascination and controversy. From the earliest poets to modern historians,...

The true story of Helen Roseveare and her remarkable encounter with a hot water bottle in the jungle. In 1971, an orphaned baby girl prayed for God to send a hot water bottle to comfort her, but...

The Encomium of Helen (BCP Greek Texts) (English and Greek Edition) This ancient text is thought to have been written by Gorgias as a demonstration piece, showcasing his skills as a sophist,...

A 200-year-old mystery unravels in this gripping Dickensian-inspired murder mystery. When literary researcher Helen Oddfellow discovers an old newspaper cutting, she sets out to uncover the truth...

Old MacDonald's Barn invites you to join in the foot-stomping fun with its colorful and chunky design. This board book is part of Peter Lippman's popular Mini-House series, which has captured the...

Old MacDonald Had a Farm by Igloo Books is a lively sound book that brings together friendly farm animals for a fun-filled storytime experience. With its engaging illustrations, this board book...

Old MacDonald Heard a Parp from the Past by Olaf Falafel is a humorous tale that takes readers on a parp-powered journey through history. In this entertaining story, Old MacDonald meets dinosaurs,...

Auntie Loves You! is a heartwarming tribute to the special bond between an aunt and her little bunny. The story celebrates the tender moments of love and connection that make family relationships so...

Discover the fascinating history of St Helens in this A-Z tour. From its early days as four townships to its transformation into a centre for innovation and industry, Sue Gerrard reveals the stories...

Grandma Loves You! is a heartwarming story about the joy of welcoming a new baby to the family. In this special book, Grandma Bunny shares her love and excitement with the new arrival, and it's a...

A city on the brink of chaos, a mother's desperate plea for help, and a detective's determination to uncover the truth. When Naomi's mother turns to Detective Inspector Helen Grace for assistance,...

Truman of St. Helens: The Man and His Mountain tells the story of Harry Truman, a 83-year-old man who owned the Mt. St. Helens Lodge resort on the shores of Spirit Lake. When Mount St. Helens erupted...

Hit the Road Helen! is a humorous retelling of a famous myth. When Paris and Helen decide to hit the road together, it leads to more trouble than they can imagine. But who is entirely to blame? The...

Detective Helen Grace faces her own dark compulsions in this twisty new thriller from M. J. Arlidge. A killer has struck and a man is dead, breaching the sanctuary of the city's nightlife where...

A chilling ghost story that explores family tensions and sibling relationships is presented in this novel by Mary Downing Hahn. Molly and her brother Michael are wary of their stepsister Heather, who...

Within and Without: A Dramatic Poem is a 1855 poetic play by Scottish author George MacDonald. Written in various forms of meter, including iambic pentameter and anapestic tetrameter, the piece...

Super Simple Old MacDonald's Farm Songs is a fun and interactive song book designed for toddlers and preschoolers. The book features popular farm tunes, including Old MacDonald Had a Farm and The...

Ramsay MacDonald was Britain's first Labour prime minister, winning the 1924 general election with Liberal support. This biography explores his historic political career, including his coalition...

A deeply moving picture book encouraging empathy and kindness, Someone Just Like You asks if there might be someone out there who is just like you.Helen Docherty's lyrical rhyming text is perfectly...

Koffman and Macdonald's Law of Contract provides a clear and comprehensive account of the principles of contract law. The authors break down difficult concepts while maintaining academic rigour,...

A man's body is found in an empty house, his heart cut out and delivered to his wife and children. Detective Inspector Helen Grace is tasked with uncovering the identity of the killer, who is...

Someone Just Like You is a deeply moving picture book that encourages empathy and kindness. It's a story about finding someone who shares your sense of humour and laughter, and wondering if they...

Helen Keller was just six years old when her life changed forever. She contracted a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, making it hard for her to communicate with anyone. But with the help of...

Old Macdonald Had a Phone is a humorous tale about a farm where technology has taken over. Old Macdonald's love for his phone has led to chaos, as all the animals now have phones too. The story...

Helen Keller's inspirational quotes offer a profound insight into her life and philosophy. This collection of over 700 quotes covers a wide range of topics, from optimism and friendship to nature,...

Helen Keller was a remarkable young girl who contracted an illness at a very young age, leaving her deaf and blind. Despite this, she was determined to learn and communicate with the world around her...

Tresco: Tean, St Helen's is a superscale map of the island and its holy islands, Tean and St Helens, in the Isles of Scilly. At 1:10,000 scale, it offers unrivalled detail, with 1km representing 8cm...

Old Macdonald Had a Farm is a charming board book featuring bouncy illustrations and popular rhymes. Suitable for little ones, it's a great way to introduce them to the world of nursery rhymes.

The Long Road from Kandahar by Sara MacDonald is a powerful and moving story about friendship and love across cultures. Against the backdrop of war and loss, two boys from vastly different worlds...

The Great War Diary of the St Helens Pals, the 11th Battalion South Lancashire Regiment, chronicles their experiences in France and Flanders from 1914 to 1918. This personal account offers a unique...

Helen Keller's story is one of incredible resilience and determination. After contracting a childhood illness that left her blind and deaf, she faced seemingly insurmountable challenges. However,...

Helen Saunders: A Modernist Rebel Helen Saunders was one of only two women to join the Vorticists, a radical art movement that emerged in London on the eve of the First World War. Her extraordinary...

Helen Keller's story is one of remarkable resilience and determination. Born with a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, she faced incredible challenges in communicating with others. However,...

This Waiting for Love by Helene Johnson is a collection of poems and writings that reveal the life and work of a lesser-known author from the Harlem Renaissance era.Johnson's poetry offers a unique...

The Nakajima Ki-49 'Helen' Units is a comprehensive study of the twin-engined bomber of the Pacific War, written by Japanese aviation expert George Eleftheriou. The book explores the development,...

Letters to Wilfred B. Talman and Helen V. and Genevieve Sully is a collection of letters written by H.P. Lovecraft to two individuals who played significant roles in his life. These letters,...

Eruption: The Untold Story of Mount St. HelensOn March 18, 1980, a catastrophic eruption shook the landscape of southwestern Washington State, forever changing our understanding of volcanic science...

Sarn Helen A Journey Through Wales, Past, Present and Future is a thought-provoking exploration of the country's complex history and its impact on the environment. Tom Bullough's journey along the...

One hour to live. Those are the only words on the phone call that sets off a chain of events with no turning back.A chilling message that leaves its recipient with nothing but fear and uncertainty,...

Maribel Versus the Volcano: A Mount St Helens Survival Story tells the true story of a young girl's incredible journey during one of America's most significant natural disasters.In May 1980, a...

Helen D'Oyly Carte's remarkable life is one of exceptional talent and determination. Born in 1852, she developed her skills through academic brilliance and a natural ability to manage complex...

Detective Inspector Helen Grace must unravel a terrifying riddle of a killer kidnapping victims in pairs. Mesmerizing and gripping, this debut introduces a determined, tough and damaged heroine who...

Helene Cixous, Rootprints: Memory and Life Writing is an in-depth exploration of the renowned French philosopher's theory and fiction. This collection provides a unique insight into Cixous's creative...

On May 10th, 1980, Mt. St. Helens erupted in one of the most devastating events in recent US history.Eleven-year-old Jess Tanner finds herself trapped on the mountain as it unleashes its fury, with...

The Laugh of the Medusa: A New Concept in Feminist WritingThis 2013 essay explores the work of French feminist author Helene Cixous, who developed the concept of Ecriture Feminine, or "women's...

This is the heart-wrenching story of Marie McCourt's 30-year quest to find her murdered daughter. On 9 February 1988, Helen left her office in Liverpool city centre and was never seen again.Despite...

One hour to live. Those are the only words on the phone call. The chilling truth is that someone is watching, waiting, ready to take your life in one hour. But why? Detective Inspector Helen Grace is...

The year 1746 was one of great turmoil in Scotland. The Jacobite rebellion had failed catastrophically at Culloden, leaving the country reeling from its devastating aftermath. In the midst of this...

Rainbow Magic: Helen the Sailing Fairy is an exciting adventure about three friends who embark on a school trip to learn sailing. However, their first lesson takes an unexpected turn when they are...

A chilling crime wave sweeps through the city, leaving no clues and no leads. Detective Inspector Helen Grace must navigate a complex web of cases that threaten to overwhelm her. As the crimes...

For those new to George MacDonald's work, this anthology offers a rich and accessible sampling of his Christian vision. Drawing from novels, fairy tales, and sermons, these selections reveal the...

The Line by Rachel Lynch is a gripping crime thriller that delves into the darker side of human nature. When Captain Paul Thomas dies in a diving accident, his work is left unfinished, and Major...

The Eruption of Mount St. Helens is a story about one of the most significant natural disasters in recent US history.On 18th May 1980, Mount St. Helens erupted in a catastrophic event that shocked...

In 1966, Dr Helen Davidson was brutally murdered while birdwatching in Buckinghamshire. Her body was found with her eyes pushed into her skull, and despite a thorough investigation, the case went...

Ross Macdonald's novels have been widely praised for their social realism and psychological depth, influencing generations of crime writers. This definitive collector's edition brings together four...

Discover the fascinating history of tramways in Bolton, St Helens, Wigan and South Lancashire Tramways.The Lost Tramways series documents the tram networks that played a crucial role in Britain's...