123 results for 'Penrose, Roland'

Lee Miller Photographs presents 100 of the most outstanding photographs taken by a pioneering woman photographer, model, and Surrealist muse. Lee Miller's work spans photojournalism, fashion,...

Roland Barthes's personal diary, a deeply moving exploration of grief and loss, offers a unique insight into the French theorist's own experience of mourning. Written over nearly two years, the diary...

The Penrose Treasure by Janet Tanner A childhood mystery resurfaces, threatening to destroy the Penrose family. Tamsin Hardy returns home from her post as a lady's maid to care for her ailing mother...

The Song of Roland Written in the oldest extant epic poem in French, this stirring tale of war tells the story of Charlemagne's warrior nephew, who valiantly leads his men into battle against the...

The Song of Roland and Other Poems of Charlemagne is a collection of medieval French epics that offer fascinating insights into the ideas and values of medieval Europe. At its heart is the epic poem,...

Roland Barthes's seminal essay, "The Death of the Author," challenges traditional approaches to literary interpretation by arguing that an author's intentions and biographical context can limit a...

Roland Barthes's influential book Camera Lucida has had a profound impact on photographic discourse. This anthology offers critical perspectives on Barthes's work, exploring its influence on...

Roland Miller's Orbital Planes offers an intimate and visually striking photographic view of the Space Shuttle Program. Spanning over three decades, this collection showcases the orbiters themselves,...

The Long and Unlearned Life of Roland Gethers is a groundbreaking graphic novel that has captivated readers for over two decades. With its innovative format and powerful storytelling, it tells the...

The Emperor's New Mind: Concerning Computers, Minds, and the Laws of Physics by Roger Penrose A thought-provoking exploration of the fundamental limits of artificial intelligence, Sir Roger Penrose...

Lee Miller's life is a testament to her boundless talent and determination. This biography, written by her son Antony Penrose, brings together a wealth of her finest work, including portraits of her...

Lee Miller's life was a rich tapestry of art, fashion, and war. This compact paperback biography, written by her son Antony Penrose, brings together a remarkable collection of her photographs,...

Surrealist Weekends at Farleys in the Fifties is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two artistic giants. In this publication, Antony Penrose recalls his parents' extraordinary home, where Lee...

Joan Miró was a surrealist painter known for his unique atmosphere and spontaneity. This new edition of Roland Penrose's illustrated survey explores Miró's life and work, examining its many phases...

Camera Lucida: Reflections on PhotographyRoland Barthes explores the nature of photographs, examining the themes of presence and absence, and the relationship between photography and other art forms...

The pleasure of reading is a complex and multifaceted experience. Roland Barthes's groundbreaking work explores the ways in which we derive pleasure from a text, moving beyond the realm of mere...

Get ready to challenge your word skills with 500 puzzles to do anywhere, anytime. Roland Hall's Wordle Challenge 2 is a fun and interactive collection of brain-teasing puzzles that can be played...

White Fear: How the Browning of America Is Making White Folks Lose Their Minds The deep-seated fear that has driven American politics and culture for centuries is intensifying, with far-reaching...

Lee Miller: A Photographic Vision Lee Miller was a true original, whose photography presented the world in a unique and thought-provoking way. Her work was informed by a Surrealist eye, encouraging...

Lee Miller's War Beyond D-Day is a unique and powerful collection of photographs and writings from one of the most talented photographers of the 20th century. The book showcases Miller's remarkable...

Robert Newton: A Life of Contrasts Robert Newton's life was a complex tapestry of contradictions. Born in Cornwall, he would go on to become a Hollywood icon, starring in dozens of films and plays...

Roger Penrose's Cycles of Time offers a profound exploration of the universe's deepest mysteries. The book delves into the second law of thermodynamics, examining the 'randomness' of our world and...

Bustle through Panama City, trek up and down Delphi and dart across Quebec. Challenge yourself to travel the world using only your wits and travel knowledge in this action-packed puzzle book. Embark...

Test your festive knowledge with over 1,500 questions on Christmas movies, music, TV, toys, and more. From easy to challenging, 34 quizzes are divided into three levels to suit everyone's skills...

The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper For eight hundred years, the notebook has played a pivotal role in shaping our world. From medieval Italy, where blank ledgers facilitated international...

A poignant and humorous portrait of youth and growing up is offered in Julian Barnes' Metroland. Christopher's observations on life are coloured by his relationships with those around him, including...

The Large, the Small and the Human Mind by Roger Penrose, Abner Shimony, Nancy Cartwright and Stephen Hawking This thought-provoking book explores the complex relationships between large-scale...

Roland Deschain's story is one of guilt and redemption. In this tale from his early days as a gunslinger, Roland recounts a pivotal moment in his life - the year following his mother's death. Sent by...

The Drawing of the Three is the second volume in Stephen King's epic Dark Tower series. Roland of Gilead, the Last Gunslinger, encounters three mysterious doors that open to different times in our...

The Wolves of the Calla brings together two worlds in a thrilling tale of gunslingers and supernatural threats. In the fertile lands of the East, a farming community faces an ancient evil, while four...

Shadows of the mind is a profound exploration of the relationship between modern physics and the nature of the mind. Sir Roger Penrose presents a visionary description of what a new physics might...

Cherry's life has changed in an instant with her mother's remarriage. Her stepfather, Roland Butter, is a new presence in their home, and Cherry can't help but feel uneasy about him.Her best friend,...

The Road to Reality by Roger Penrose provides a comprehensive account of the physical universe and its underlying mathematical theory. Written in an approachable style, assuming no specialist...

The Waste Lands is the third novel in Stephen King's epic fantasy series. Roland, the Last Gunslinger, has altered ka by saving the life of Jake Chambers, a young boy, in New York. Now they exist in...

Rowley Jefferson's Awesome Friendly Adventure is a fantasy quest of epic proportions from the imagination of Wimpy Kid's Rowley Jefferson. Join Roland and Garg as they embark on a perilous journey to...

As Roland and his companions face new challenges in their quest to reach the tower, they are met with adversity from every direction. Susannah Dean's fate is increasingly entwined with that of her...

Roland's life is one of survival in a galaxy-spanning hellhole. A former mercenary with a talent for combat and a penchant for danger, he scrapes by on the most unforgiving planet in the galaxy. When...

A psychological thriller with a shocking twist, this novel tells the story of Samira Wilder's seemingly perfect marriage to wealthy and handsome pro golfer Roland Graham. As she settles into his...

The Dark Tower I: The Gunslinger Stephen King's epic Dark Tower series begins with this haunting and spellbinding tale of Roland of Gilead, a lone gunslinger on a perilous journey into the heart of...

Roland Woodward's latest collection, The Cancer Years: Some Rough Stuff, is a poignant and powerful exploration of his ongoing battle with stage four prostate cancer. Following his previous work, The...

The Negroes in Negroland; the Negroes in America; and Negroes Generally. Also, the Several Races of White Men, Considered As the Involuntary and Predestined Supplanters of the Black Races In this...

Roland Woodward's poignant poetry collection "The Cancer Years: So Far" offers a deeply personal and relatable exploration of life with a life-threatening illness. Written by a retired chartered...

Understanding Brushless Motors and Controllers This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles and key terms of brushless DC motors and controllers. The author explains...

The Spontaneous Expansion of the Church - And the Causes Which Hinder It by Roland Allen Roland Allen challenges the traditional view that restricting church freedom is necessary for effective...

Wizard and Glass, the fourth novel in Stephen King's epic fantasy series, brings together Roland, the Last Gunslinger, and his companions for a terrifying journey. Stranded in an alternate version of...

The Gunslinger is the first captivating volume in Stephen King's epic fantasy series, The Dark Tower. Roland of Gilead, the Last Gunslinger, is a haunting figure on a spellbinding journey toward the...

Shot with Crimson by Nicola UpsonA gripping mystery set against the backdrop of Hollywood's Golden Age, as Josephine Tey becomes embroiled in a trail of violence and deception.The year is 1939, and...

Roland Barthes discusses his development as a thinker and writer in these interviews, reflecting on the influences that shaped his work. He pays tribute to philosophers, linguists, novelists, poets,...

Josephine Tey and Archie Penrose gather with friends for a Cornish Christmas in December 1938, but two strange and brutal deaths on St Michael's Mount interrupt the festivities. A world-famous film...

Roland Barthes: A Key Figure in Modern Theory Roland Barthes was a French philosopher and literary critic whose work had a profound impact on modern thought. This updated introduction to his ideas...

Guy Roland waits for the rain to stop, his pale shape silhouetted against the café terrace. His memories erased by amnesia, he has no idea who he is or where he comes from. As a private detective in...

Camera Lucida: Reflections on Photography by Roland Barthes Roland Barthes' investigation into the meaning of photographs is a seminal work of critical theory. This Vintage Design Edition features a...

Angels on Assignment by Roland Buck Roland Buck shares his personal encounters with angels and explores what the Bible reveals about these messengers of God. This thought-provoking book delves into...

Porthleven: Loe Pool, Loe Bar, Rinsey, Trewavas is a comprehensive guide to exploring the artistic and foodie haven of Porthleven and its surrounding cliffs. The map covers the beautiful walks around...

Vic Wilcox, the MD of Pringle's engineering works, and Dr Robyn Penrose, an English lecturer, come from different worlds. Their initial encounter sparks a collision of lifestyles and ideologies. As...

When the traumatic events of 'An Expert in Murder' finally begin to recede, Inspector Archie Penrose invites Josephine Tey to join him in Cornwall for a much-needed break. However, the tranquility of...

A Summer Wedding For The Cornish Midwife by Jo Bartlett is a heartwarming tale of love and community. Senior Midwife Anna Jones has found her perfect match in Brae Penrose, but their whirlwind...

London, 1903. A pair of women are hanged in Holloway Prison for their roles in killing babies. More than thirty years later, Josephine Tey sets out to write a novel about Amelia Sach and Annie...

A murder at the Victorian baths in Harrogate sets off a complex investigation. Damian Penrose, a famous crime writer, has been strangled in a crime that mirrors one of his own novels. DCI Jim Oldroyd...

Joan Miró's Magic Animals brings to life the enchanting encounters between Antony Penrose and the renowned Spanish artist Joan Miró. As a child, Antony was surrounded by some of the greatest artists...

Detective Chief Inspector Archie Penrose faces some of the most horrific and audacious murders in his career as a serial rapist stalks the streets of Cambridge. In this seventh novel by Nicola Upson,...

A decades-old secret lies hidden in the past. When Kat Jourdan discovers a priceless collection of Dior gowns in her grandmother's remote cottage, she sets out to uncover the truth about their origin...

Nobel laureate Erwin Schrödinger's lectures on the history and philosophy of science are renowned for their insight. 'Nature and the Greeks' and 'Science and Humanism' brings together two of his most...

Taking on the Empire: How We Saved the Hackney Empire for Popular TheatreA behind-the-scenes look at the transformation of a London theatre into a vibrant hub of popular entertainment.From its humble...

The Skylarks' War by Hilary McKay is a heartwarming and humorous story about a girl's fight for independence during World War I. Clarry Penrose longs for a life of her own, where she can pursue her...

Four extraordinary love stories intertwine over the course of a romantic Valentine's Day in Medieval England. Miles and Shelby find love in unexpected places, while Roland learns a painful lesson...

Josephine Tey finds herself in the midst of a different kind of battle in September 1939, as the outbreak of war brings its own set of worries to the Hollywood set of Hitchcock's Rebecca. But when a...

Subculture: The Meaning of Style is a seminal work that explores the complex meanings behind the fashionable exteriors of working-class youth subcultures in postwar Britain.Hebdige's groundbreaking...

Roland McHugh's Annotations to Finnegans Wake provides a wealth of information for readers and scholars alike. This comprehensive guide corresponds directly to the standard Viking/Penguin edition,...

The Nine O'Clock Service: A Study in Alternative Christianity. In 1995, the Nine O'Clock Service at Sheffield church was embroiled in controversy following allegations of scandals and abuses by its...

London Rain by Nicola Upson is set against the backdrop of May 1937, as London prepares to crown a new king. A murder at Broadcasting House sets off a chain of events that exposes a decade-old...

Black Holes and Time Warps: Einstein's Outrageous Legacy is a masterful exploration of some of the most mind-bending phenomena in our universe. Since Albert Einstein's general theory of relativity...

Breath-taking stories about women's lives during wartime are hard to find, but Lesley Eames' novel is one such tale. In 1914, as war looms over London, Lizzie Kellaway and her godmother Margaret...

The Fashion System by Roland Barthes A groundbreaking work that redefines our understanding of fashion. In this seminal study, Barthes applies the principles of semiotics to uncover the underlying...

Red Theology: On the Christian Communist Tradition by Roland Boer explores the 2,000-year history of Christian communism, a tradition marked by alternative communal practice and occasional...

Michael Jordan: The Life is a comprehensive and intimate biography of the basketball legend. Drawing on personal relationships, interviews with friends and family, and decades of coverage, Roland...

Roland Barthes' Mythologies explores the symbols and signs embedded in familiar aspects of modern life. He examines subjects such as wrestling, films, plastic and cars to reveal the hidden ideologies...

Quantum Computing Since Democritus by Scott Aaronson This book takes readers on a journey through some of the most fundamental ideas in mathematics, computer science, and physics. From ancient Greece...

The Battle of the Bulge in Luxembourg: The Southern Flank, December 1944 - January 1945. The Americans This book provides a detailed account of the American involvement in the Battle of the Bulge,...

Village Hours by Roland Blythe A poet's understanding and imagination capture the timeless qualities of rural life in the Stour valley village, where the seasons and Christian feasts intersect. The...

Roland Barthes explores the cultural power of fashion in this collection of essays. From the history of clothing to the significance of Coco Chanel and the symbolism of colour, Barthes' analysis...

The Rustle of Language is a collection of forty-five essays by Roland Barthes, first published in an authoritative translation. Written between 1967 and 1980, these essays explore the nature of...

Vladimir Jankélévitch's Music and the Ineffable explores the philosophy of music, delving into metaphysics and ontology. This work challenges conventional notions of musical hermeneutics, arguing...

The wartime spy career of Mathilde Carre is a story that defies belief. This is an exhilarating true account of espionage, resistance, and one of WW2's most charismatic double-agents. In occupied...

Lars Svendsen's exploration of fashion delves into its complex meanings and history. He examines the concept of fashion as both an art form and a philosophy, tracing connections between it and...

The Geometry of Minkowski Spacetime: An Introduction to the Mathematics of the Special Theory of Relativity by Gregory L. Naber provides a rigorous and detailed presentation of special relativity,...

Roland Barthes' seminal work brings together key essays on the structural analysis of narrative, literary theory, and the semiotics of image and sound. This collection explores the ways in which...

The Photograph by Graham Clarke provides a clear and incisive account of the photograph's historical development. This rich work explores the insights of key thinkers, including Roland Barthes and...

Nelson DeMille's Plum Island is a gripping thriller that delves into the world of animal disease research and the dark secrets that can be uncovered. When two biologists are found murdered on Long...

New Close Readings of The Crying of Lot 49 by Robert E. Kohn provides fresh perspectives on Thomas Pynchon's complex novel. Published in 2013, this collection of close readings draws on the work of...

Fair and Equitable Treatment in International Investment Law by Roland Kläger This book explores the controversies surrounding fair and equitable treatment in international investment law. Kläger...

Discover the fascinating world of tennis with over 250 facts and pictures. From its origins in the 1800s to the present day, this comprehensive book covers everything a tennis enthusiast wants to...

The Death of Guy Gibson Who, Or What, Killed the Dambuster VC by M. S. Morgan In September 1944, Wing Commander Guy Penrose Gibson led a daring raid on German towns, cementing his reputation as one...

Frank Bowling: Landscape This catalog accompanies the exhibition Frank Bowling: Landscape at Hauser & Wirth West Hollywood, featuring new painterly explorations of the sublime from the master...

Star Wars Quotes to Live Your Life By by Roland Hall and Walt Disney is a collection of 54 memorable quotes from the Star Wars universe. Each quote is accompanied by character art, making it easy to...

Living with His Camera offers a unique perspective on photography and family life. Cultural theorist Jane Gallop shares her personal experience of living with photographer Dick Blau for over twenty...

Steal This Sound is a comprehensive collection of expert tips and techniques for keyboardists and programmers. Written by Mitchell Sigman, a renowned authority on synthesizer sounds, this book brings...

Discover 250 mind-bogglingly random facts that will lodge in your brain and refuse to leave. From the lizard that shoots blood from its eyes to the ancient Romans who used wee as mouthwash, this...

Roland Topor's The Tenant is a harrowing tale of paranoia and madness. When Trelkovsky finds an affordable apartment in desperate need of a place to live, he ignores the ominous warning signs left by...

Wren Roland has always dreamed of his perfect first kiss - the kind that sweeps you off your feet and feels like a movie moment. Now, as he approaches his birthday, he's hoping to finally move on...