555 results for 'Oliphant, Margaret'

A stunning box set of two companion novels, The Handmaid's Tale and The Testaments, from the acclaimed author Margaret Atwood. Set in a dystopian future, The Handmaid's Tale follows a Handmaid who...

The Sound of Meaning: Exploring the Power of Consonants in Language Margaret Magnus, a renowned researcher in sound symbolism, delves into the fascinating world of how the sound of a word influences...

Treating Arthritis by Margaret Hills and Christine Horner offers a natural approach to managing the condition, with the aim of improving levels of pain, mobility and wellbeing.The book explores the...

Margaret Beaufort of Bourne, Collyweston, Maxey and Deeping: The Tudor DynastyDiscover the remarkable story of a woman who shaped the course of history, yet remains largely forgotten in her local...

A Fine Tradition: The Embroidery of Margaret Light brings together a stunning collection of 14 projects that celebrate a rich design heritage. Inspired by traditional motifs, colour palettes and...

A Beleaguered City And Other Tales Of The Seen And The Unseen is a collection of supernatural short stories by Margaret Oliphant, a prolific author known for her nuanced and unsettling tales. These...

Catherine Vernon, a woman who has long ruled her family with a knowing cynicism, is forced to confront the strength of her own personality when two individuals resist her authority. Hester, a young...

Discover the art of beading in Japanese style with this superb book. Beautiful beaded motifs are brought to life using time-honoured techniques and traditions.Inside, you'll find detailed...

The SCM Studyguide Pastoral Theology provides a comprehensive introduction to pastoral theology, designed to support undergraduate courses in training for clergy and lay pastoral workers. This...

Margaret Cavendish was a woman ahead of her time. In this novel, she is brought to life in all her unconventional glory. A pioneering figure who challenged male dominance in the arts and sciences,...

Embark on a two-week road trip along the Natchez Trace Parkway, from the country music capital to the birthplace of jazz. This guide features over 20 easy-to-use maps, site-to-site mileage, driving...

Margaret of Austria: Governor of the Netherlands and Early 16th-Century Europe's Greatest Diplomat By Rozsa Gaston In 1480, Margaret was born in Brussels, marking the beginning of a life that would...

Wild Flowers of Britain Month by Month is a beautifully illustrated guide to the delicate and beautiful wild flowers of the British Isles. Painted over a period of 45 years, Margaret Erskine Wilson's...

Blackpool, 1938. Margaret Finch begins her new job, relying on discretion and observation skills, when she encounters Harold Davidson, the disgraced Rector of Stiffkey, whose scandalous past is...

Brendan Holmes, Margaret Marple and Auguste Poe run the most in-demand private investigation agency in New York City. The three detectives make a formidable team, solving a series of seemingly...

Clever and capable Margaret Hapgood has shouldered the responsibility of governing family affairs since her older sisters' marriages. With little time for thoughts of marriage, she embarks on a trip...

Judy Blume's Are You There, God? It's Me, Margaret is a humorous coming-of-age story about a teenage girl's struggles with identity and self-discovery. Margaret is navigating a new school,...

The Autobiography of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque is a unique and intimate account of her life, as revealed to her by Our Lord Himself.Within its pages, she shares the Sacred Heart revelations given to...

Goodnight Moon Board Book & Bunny is a soothing bedtime story for little ones. A gentle tale of goodbyes and goodnights, it features a cuddly plush bunny. This board book is perfect for children who...

The Vanishing of Margaret Small by Neil Alexander At 75, Margaret Small is a woman of simple tastes and strong convictions. Her life is turned upside down when she begins receiving mysterious...

Princess Margaret: A Life in Conflict. This biography portrays a woman who was both beautiful and alluring, yet whose life was marked by controversy and public scrutiny. Princess Margaret's story is...

God's Own Gentlewoman: The Life of Margaret Paston Diane Watt explores the life of Margaret Paston, whose letters form one of the most extensive collections of personal writings by a medieval English...

When life appears perfect on the outside, but you're struggling to cope on the inside, it can be a heavy burden to carry. You may have learned to suppress your emotions, fearing that showing...

The extraordinary true story of Margaret Beaufort, the 'Red Queen'. Born in the midst of the Wars of the Roses, she became the greatest heiress of her time, surviving a turbulent life marked by...

Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel about a woman who has learned to survive, but not to live. Her carefully timetabled life is filled...

Discover Margaret Fell's remarkable journey as you walk 58 miles through northern England. Friends Way 2 follows in the footsteps of those who came before, tracing the path of George Fox and others...

The Grit in the Pearl: The Scandalous Life of Margaret, Duchess of Argyll by Lyndsy Spence. Margaret, Duchess of Argyll was a celebrated figure in her youth, admired and observed by millions...

Letters to Margaret is a poignant and humorous collection of letters written by Hunter Davies to his late wife, Margaret Forster. In these 23 letters, Davies recounts his life experiences, from his...

Julia Margaret Cameron: A Poetry of Photography This comprehensive study explores the work of Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron, renowned for her evocative portraits of prominent figures...

Margaret Thatcher's autobiography is a candid and compelling account of her remarkable life and time in power. The story of her journey from a young woman to the first female Prime Minister of Great...

Margaret Beaufort's life was one of calculated risk and unyielding determination. As the battle for royal supremacy raged between the houses of Lancaster and York, she found herself at the centre of...

Margaret Thatcher: The Authorized Biography, Volume One: Not For Turning by Charles Moore is a comprehensive and deeply personal portrait of one of the most influential political figures of the...

Damien Hirst and Margaret Mellis: A Connection Revealed This book explores the connection between two influential artists, Damien Hirst and Margaret Mellis, who became close friends and mentors...

The Lost Tudor Princess: A Life of Margaret Douglas, Countess of Lennox by Alison Weir Margaret Douglas was born into a world of royal intrigue and drama. As the granddaughter, niece, cousin, and...

The Crochet Coral Reef project by Margaret and Christine Wertheim is a groundbreaking example of art and community in the face of climate change. This publication brings together the sisters' work...

Francesca Woodman and Julia Margaret Cameron: Portraits to Dream InTwo pioneering photographers, separated by time and geography, yet united in their quest to capture the essence of the human form...

The life and death of Margaret Clitherow, an Elizabethan Saint. Margaret's story is one of faith, defiance, and tragic fate. Born into a world torn between Protestantism and Catholicism, she chose to...

Margaret of York: The Diabolical Duchess The life of Margaret of York is one of intrigue and survival. As sister of Richard III, she became the standard bearer of the House of York and a thorn in the...

Margaret Thatcher: Herself Alone is the final part of Charles Moore's comprehensive biography of Britain's first female Prime Minister. Based on unique access to Margaret Thatcher herself, her papers...

Margaret Thatcher's life story is one of remarkable transformation and enduring impact. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the most iconic politicians of the 20th century, her journey is a...

The Woman in the Moon: How Margaret Hamilton Helped Fly the First Astronauts to the MoonThis biography tells the story of Margaret Hamilton, the computer engineer who played a crucial role in the...

Margaret Thatcher: The Authorized Biography, Volume Two: Everything She Wants is a comprehensive and authoritative biography that delves into the life and times of the Iron Lady. In this second...

Margaret Bondfield was a trailblazer in British politics, holding numerous 'firsts' that shaped her remarkable career. As the first woman to serve as a government minister, Cabinet member and...

The Forgotten Tudor Women: A New Perspective Henry VIII's six wives are well-documented in history books, but few people know about his niece, daughter-in-law and mistress who lived on the fringes of...

This biography brings to life the remarkable story of Margaret Wise Brown, the beloved author of Goodnight Moon and The Runaway Bunny. In forty-two pages, Mac Barnett artfully explores the life and...

Margaret Rutherford was a beloved figure in British comedy, but behind her serene front lay a life of trauma and struggle. This biography reveals the complex story of an actress who faced family...

Deep into the Dark A Mystery by P. J. Tracy is a gripping procedural set in Los Angeles, featuring up-and-coming LAPD Detective Margaret Nolan and murder suspect Sam Easton. When friend Melody...

Desolation Canyon A Mystery by P.J. Tracy is a gripping police procedural that delves into the complexities of Los Angeles' residents. Detective Margaret Nolan's personal struggles are laid bare as...

The Intimate World of the Windsor Sisters by Andrew Morton A dual-biography that delves into the complex relationship between two sisters, Elizabeth and Margaret, who were forever changed when their...

The Iron Lady: Margaret Thatcher from Grocer's Daughter to Iron LadyThis biography offers a comprehensive account of Margaret Thatcher's life, from her upbringing in Grantham to her leadership of the...

The Tudor dynasty is often defined by its men, but their mothers, wives, sisters and daughters played significant roles in shaping history. This book tells the story of these women, from Margaret...

A baby unicorn, lost and alone, finds a new home with a young girl who is in need of a friend. When the girl's family moves to a new cottage by the sea, she discovers a magical sight - a group of...

A concise guide to understanding Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale. This summary and analysis provides essential context and insights into the novel, helping you prepare for your reading...

The story of Margaret Werner's survival in Stalin's Siberian death camps is one of hope and defiance. In 1930, Henry Ford sent his Detroit employees to live in Russia, but for Margaret, the...

CARRIE, a hardback edition to celebrate its fiftieth anniversary, is a haunting and enduring novel by Stephen King. In this beautifully produced book, Margaret Atwood introduces a new generation to...

Discover the vibrant world of graphic knit patterns with Margaret Holzmann's latest collection. Featuring 30+ designs, this book showcases a range of themed motifs, from cats and dogs to festive...

In 1943 Germany, Margarete Rosenbaum's survival depends on her ability to blend in. She has been living as Annegret Huber for two years, hiding in plain sight behind a mask of deception. But with the...

A bomb exploded at 2:54 a.m. on October 12, 1984, at the Grand Hotel in Brighton, England, during the Conservative Party Conference. The blast, carried out by the Irish Republican Army, killed five...

A collection of ten short stories from Hilary Mantel, double Man Booker Prize-winning author. This is her first foray into the genre, and it showcases her remarkable gifts of characterisation and...

The Witching Tide by Margaret Meyer In 17th-century East Anglia, a midwife, healer, and servant named Martha is a trusted figure in her coastal village, despite her unspoken nature. When a...

The True Confessions of Adrian Mole Margaret Hilda Roberts and Susan Lilian Townsend is a humorous novel that follows 16-year-old Adrian as he navigates his way into adulthood. In this third...

The extraordinary story behind A Very British Scandal is one of glamour and scandal. Margaret, once hailed as the debutante of the year, was immortalised in Cole Porter's 'You're The Top'. However,...

A collection of seven timeless novels by Judy Blume is available in this boxed set. These stories explore the challenges and joys of growing up, tackling topics such as faith, family change, and...

Margaret Mead was determined to show that anthropology could tackle the psychology of modern societies in ways useful for waging war. This fascinating biography follows her and her closest...

Down the Back of the Chair is a lively and humorous poem about a father's search for his lost car keys. He suspects they have fallen down the back of a chair, leading to a surprising assortment of...

Birdgirl: A Young Environmentalist Looks to the Skies in Search of a Better Future by Mya-Rose Craig is a moving and life-affirming memoir about family, nature, and the power of our planet. As...

Andrew Pierce's search for his birth mother is a heart-warming and thought-provoking journey that takes him back to his childhood in a Roman Catholic orphanage in Cheltenham. As he approaches middle...

The Leaf Detective: A Story of Determination and Discovery This inspiring picture book biography tells the story of Meg Lowman, a pioneering female scientist who dared to explore the uncharted world...

Rebel Writers: A Generation of Women Who Redefined Writing and Changed Lives Forever In 1958, a young woman's play about her life in London sparked a movement that would change the world. Shelagh...

The Testaments by Margaret Atwood In this gripping sequel to The Handmaid's Tale, Margaret Atwood explores the inner workings of the oppressive regime known as Gilead. The story unfolds through the...

Discover the beauty of nature and the wisdom it holds in this collection of parables from Margaret Gatty.Written as a way to reveal God's presence in the natural world, these timeless stories use the...

A heartwarming and humorous tale about human kindness, Something to Live For tells the story of Andrew, who has forgotten how to live, and Peggy, who helps him remember the true meaning of life.When...

Tissue Salts for Healthy Living by Margaret Roberts Discover the natural way to boost your health and wellbeing with this comprehensive guide to tissue salts. Margaret Roberts explains how these 12...

Discovering The Folklore of Plants is a comprehensive guide to the rich variety of plant life in Britain, exploring its connections to cures, magic, divination, and portents. Margaret Baker delves...

God the Father's Fourteen Prayers His New Covenant, His 20 New Commandments, His New Seals, and His Revelations for the True New Time Margaret Durbin, a woman who has been the recipient of direct...

The Open Door and Other Stories of the Seen and Unseen by Margaret Oliphant is a collection of unsettling tales that showcase the author's unique style. Featuring many of her most popular 'Seen and...

The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood is a haunting vision of a dystopian future. In the Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian state in what was formerly known as the United States, women have lost all...

Combating the effects of aging with a natural approach, Margaret Roberts presents a comprehensive guide to using tissue salts for anti-aging. This book offers a gentle and healthy alternative to...

The Blazing World and Other Writings is a groundbreaking work of fiction that explores the possibilities of a utopian society. In this collection, Margaret Cavendish tells the story of a woman who...

Seawomen of Iceland: Survival on the EdgeBased on extensive historical and field research, this book offers a glimpse into the lives of vibrant women who have braved the sea for centuries. Their...

This beautifully crafted edition of Margaret Atwood's seminal work of speculative fiction features a striking leatherette cover, gilt edging, and ribbon marker, making it a perfect gift for book...

The Inner Bonding Workbook: A Six-Step Process to Healing and Spiritual Connection Take responsibility for every aspect of your life and connect to your divine guidance using this breakthrough guide...

A bewitching tale of magic and mystery awaits in Sorcery of Thorns. Elisabeth, an apprentice at a magical library, must navigate a centuries-old conspiracy when a powerful grimoire is released,...

Exercise for Better Bones is a comprehensive exercise program designed to improve bone health and reduce the risk of falls and fractures in individuals with osteoporosis, osteopenia, and low bone...

In a moment of inspiration, Margaret A. Tottle-Smith sat down to write, without a clear idea of what she was creating. Over the course of 17 hours, she wrote a story that would eventually become Mary...

The Witching Tide by Margaret Meyer is a powerful and psychologically astute novel set in 17th-century England. In the autumn of 1645, a sinister newcomer arrives in the seaside village of...

The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood is a chilling dystopian novel that explores the darkest corners of human oppression. In the Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian society has taken hold, where...

The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood is a retelling of the Odyssey from the perspective of Penelope, wife of Odysseus, and the twelve maids who were hanged for disloyalty. The story is presented as a...

Oryx and Crake is a darkly witty and profoundly moving novel by Margaret Atwood, finalist for the Booker Prize. In a world where genetic engineering has ravaged the planet, a lone survivor, Snowman,...

Secrets at Bletchley Park by Margaret Dickinson is a heart-warming and engrossing story of two young women from different backgrounds who find themselves entwined in a life of secrecy and discretion...

The Handmaid's Tale (Graphic Novel) A Novel A powerful and thought-provoking graphic novel adaptation of Margaret Atwood's modern classic. This beautifully illustrated book brings to life a dystopian...

Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell is a sweeping American epic that has captivated readers for over eighty years. Set against the tense historical backdrop of the American Civil War, this...

The Testaments: A Powerful Sequel to The Handmaid's Tale More than fifteen years after the events of The Handmaid's Tale, the theocratic regime of the Republic of Gilead continues to maintain its...

The War That Ended Peace: The Road to 1914 by Margaret MacMillan A gripping narrative of the events leading up to the outbreak of World War I, this book explores the complex web of alliances,...

The God of the Witches by Margaret Alice Murray The idea that Western Europe converted to Christianity 'en masse' has long been a topic of debate among historians. Margaret Murray, an anthropologist,...

A little bunny's discovery sparks a curious journey of wonder. In this charming tale, a bunny finds a blue egg and begins to imagine all the wonderful things that might be inside. The story is...

Set in 19th century Scotland, "The Open Door" and "The Portrait" are two historical fiction tales that explore the supernatural and the human experience. Written by Margaret O. W. Oliphant, this...

Cults in Our Midst: The Continuing Fight Against Their Hidden Menace by Margaret Thaler Singer This revised edition of a groundbreaking work on cults provides a comprehensive understanding of these...

This Norton Critical Edition provides an in-depth exploration of Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey. The "Backgrounds" section offers a wealth of context, featuring biographical commentary, early works...

This board book features a range of facial expressions that are sure to bring smiles to little faces. With its simple and colourful design, it's the perfect introduction to the world of emotions...