51 results for 'Mayne, Kerryn'

Paddy Mayne, Lt Col Blair 'Paddy' Mayne, 1 SAS Regiment, is a biography that sets the record straight on the life of one of the most outstanding special forces leaders of the Second World War.Hamish...

Lt Col. Robert Blair Mayne's remarkable life story is one of exceptional bravery and unorthodox tactics that would shape the course of military special operations for decades to come. A decorated...

Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne: A Partnership that Shaped the Police Service The story of Charles Rowan and Richard Mayne, the first police commissioners, is one of remarkable partnership and...

Black Fall, the third book in a series that has captivated fans with its twisty and clever plot, follows FBI Agent Jessica Blackwood as she investigates a series of bizarre and sinister crimes. With...

A Year in Marrakesh by Peter Mayne is a personal and immersive account of life in Morocco. In 1953, Mayne bought a house in the labyrinthine streets of Marrakesh, seeking to experience the local...

Lenny Marks is a woman who excels at routine. Her daily commute is precise, her meals are predictable, and her home is a shrine to a beloved book. Yet, despite her efforts to maintain control, a...

Blair Mayne was a leader of the most daring and feared regiment in the British Army - the SAS. His bravery and courage earned him a reputation as the scourge of the Nazis, who ordered that he be shot...

Two seminal works by John Maynard Keynes are presented together in this two-book combination. The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money is widely regarded as a foundational text in modern...

In the aftermath of World War Two, the nation is in dire need of rebuilding. For Mayne Esher, the solution lies in transforming his family's centuries-old stately home, Esherwood, into flats. With...

Dust That Dreams of Glory collects together Michael Mayne's unpublished seasonal material for Lent and Holy Week. A gifted preacher and writer, Mayne offers fresh ways to open up familiar texts...

Eddie Redmayne: A Star Born to Shine In 2015, Eddie Redmayne's Oscar win for his portrayal of Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything marked a triumphant moment in an acting career spanning over...

The Gardens of Arne Maynard is a comprehensive guide to the work of acclaimed garden designer Arne Maynard. Featuring 12 specially photographed gardens, each described by Maynard himself through the...

Carnival in Rio brings a vibrant energy to Nancy Tremayne's holiday, but beneath the surface of sun-warmed beaches and samba rhythms, a darker crime is unfolding. When she overhears an ugly quarrel,...

Evelyn Maynard's fresh start at the Bradford Hills Institute seems within reach as she receives a scholarship to study with the world-renowned institution. As a human among Variants, she's determined...

When Paradise isn't quite what it seems, Nancy Tremayne's life takes a dramatic turn. In 1955, she lands her dream job in London, but her husband's project in the Caribbean beckons. As she travels to...

The Collected Writings of John Maynard Keynes This volume, the sixth in a series dealing with the period between the outbreak of war in 1939 and Keynes's death in 1946, focuses on several key aspects...

The General Theory, published in 1936, marked a significant turning point in economic thought. In this influential work, Keynes presented a new approach to understanding the level of economic...

Evelyn Maynard's life in Bradford Hills feels more like home than anywhere else she's been. However, with tensions between Variants and humans escalating, her new surroundings don't feel safe anymore...

Sir Julius Cheever's son goes missing, and a blackmailer begins targeting London's most dissolute individuals. As Christopher Redmayne and Jonathan Bale investigate, they uncover a complex web of...

London, 1670. A lavish party at a newly built house ends in tragedy when one of the guests is found murdered upon leaving. The victim's own creation bears the bloody footprint, and Christopher...

A powerful story of Australia's great sheep farms, Gripped By Drought is a tale of one man's struggle to overcome adversity. Frank Mayne, master of his vast Australian sheep station, faces numerous...

John Maynard Keynes: A Life of Contrasts. This biography offers a fresh perspective on one of the 20th century's most influential economists. Richard Davenport-Hines explores the complex desires and...

Slums: A Global History of Injustice The concept of slums has been used to condemn and disparage poor communities for over two hundred years. From its origins in London in the early nineteenth...

Maynooth College has played a significant role in the history of the Irish Church and the Catholic Church globally since its founding in 1795. From its humble beginnings as a small seminary, it has...

Shadows At Midnight presents a masterful collection of traditional English ghost stories and unsettling tales of quiet fear. This volume brings together ten spine-tingling tales that will leave you...

Lydia Lopokova: A Star of Two Worlds Born in 1891, Lydia Lopokova lived a life that spanned art and politics, war and revolution. Her vivacious personality and charm propelled her to the top of...

John Maynard Keynes: The Price of Peace At the outbreak of World War I, a young academic's life was forever changed by a frantic journey that would propel him to the forefront of European treasuries...

Farming and Society Since 1700 in the Barony of Carbury, Co. KildareThis study explores the enduring reputation of Carbury as a stable and prosperous farming community in County Kildare. Through...

Brian Mayne's Goal Mapping: A Practical Guide to Turning Your Dreams into Reality Goal setting is a natural function of the brain, and every decision triggers a subconscious process that transforms...

Giving Attention: Becoming what we truly areThis collection of meditations explores timeless aspects of spiritual experience and growth. Originally given as retreat addresses, it focuses on...

The Battle of Bretton Woods: A New World Order Takes Shape In July 1944, representatives from forty-four nations gathered in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, to shape the postwar economic order. This...

The Battle of Bretton Woods: A New World Order Takes Shape In 1944, world leaders gathered in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire, to shape the post-war economic order. This pivotal event has become...

The SAS's most daring mission to liberate Europe is told in SAS Forged in Hell. In the summer of 1943, a small group of elite forces soldiers, led by the legendary SAS commander Blair 'Paddy' Mayne,...

The Man in the Dark is a charming romance about a wealthy man who hires a young woman to be a companion to his ward, with unexpected results.As Marda Mayne takes charge of the household, she and her...

Paradise Street brings together a collection of photographs from the early 20th century, showcasing the lives of children in a bygone era. Captured by photographers who lived and worked among the...

A collection of profound and beautiful seasonal reflections for the fifty days from Easter Day to Pentecost, Alleluia is Our Song offers an inspirational resource for preaching and individual...

First published in 1889, 'The Square of Sevens' is a work of fiction by Edward Irenaeus Prime-Stevenson, a prolific author known for his pro-homosexuality writings. This edition is part of a new...

The True Story of the SAS by Vincent Brugeas In December 1941, Europe was under Nazi control, but Great Britain held out. In North Africa, Rommel threatened Egypt, a crucial British stronghold...

Josie takes a bold approach to life, discarding conventions and embracing her desires. She finds herself in a precarious situation when she's caught by an arrogant rakehell after a surreptitious kiss...

SAS Forged in Hell: From Desert Rats to Dogs of WarJune 1943 marked the largest invasion fleet ever assembled, sailing towards Nazi-occupied Europe with a mission to bulldoze its way onto heavily...

The Girl Beneath the Sea A Thriller by Andrew Mayne In a world where danger lurks beneath the surface, a Florida police diver must confront her troubled past. Sloan McPherson, a former treasure...

The Irish played a significant role in World War II, with over 120,000 serving in the Royal Navy, Army, and Royal Air Force. This number represents a substantial increase from the pre-war period,...

The SAS was born in the Libyan desert in July 1941 under the leadership of David Stirling. This early success was built upon by other key figures, including Jock Lewes and Paddy Mayne, who played...

A Time to Rejoice is the heartwarming third instalment of the Rivenshaw series from bestselling saga writer Anna Jacobs. After a devastating event, Francis Brady finds solace in the thought of a new...

A gripping thriller by Andrew Mayne. When a Florida detective is searching for a missing diver, she's drawn into a deep-diving adventure that uncovers a complex web of secrets and lies. Sloan...

A gripping mystery unfolds in "Looking Glass" by Andrew Mayne. Professor Theo Cray is drawn into a new case when a desperate father seeks his help to uncover the truth behind his missing child. With...

A cataclysmic conspiracy unfolds in this pulse-quickening thriller by Andrew Mayne. A mysterious electrical storm plunges Manhattan into darkness, and as a strange fog rolls in, all communication...

The True Story of the SAS: The Regiment, Book 3 by Vincent Brugeas In the midst of World War II, the German war machine continues its relentless advance. As Rommel's forces close in, the Special Air...

England's Festivals: A Year of Seasons, Customs and Traditions by Brian E. Mayne Explore the rhythm of rural England through the year, as this insightful guide delves into the island's traditional...

Christa Sommer boards the Kindertransport in 1939, leaving behind her mother and father. In England, she is taken in by Mrs Pelling, who becomes a surrogate mother figure. However, when Mrs Pelling...

David Stirling: A Life of Controversy and Deception The life of David Stirling, the founder of the Special Air Service, is a complex and often contradictory one. This biography, written by Gavin...