2094 results for 'Philipps, 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...

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...

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...

A poignant and passionate novel about the power of first love. Lie With Me is a story of two young men who find each other, despite the dangers and uncertainties of their world. Philippe's chance...

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...

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 Keller's remarkable life story is brought to life in this inspiring picturebook biography. Doreen Rappaport weaves a poignant narrative, using Helen's own words to convey her courage and...

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...

Patek Philippe Highlights showcases the most exquisite timepieces from one of the world's most revered watch manufacturers. Founded in 1832 by Antoni Norbert Patek and Jean-Adrien Philippe, the brand...

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...

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 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...

A heady perfume of blood and rage across the stars, Salammbo is a masterwork of space fantasy that reimagines the ancient Punic Wars in a psychedelic universe. Philippe Druillet's legendary Lone...

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...

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,...

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 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...

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 500-year-old secret hidden in a lost manuscript sets off a deadly quest. When London tour guide Helen meets a historian on the trail of the missing final play by Christopher Marlowe, she becomes...

Shibari from Basic to Suspension: A Pocket Guide for Practitioners Philippe Boxis's expert guidance is at your fingertips in this comprehensive manual, covering the fundamentals of rope techniques...

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 Keller: A Story of Unbreakable Spirit This biography tells the remarkable story of Helen Keller, who learned to overcome incredible obstacles with the help of her devoted friend Anne Sullivan...

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...

Louis Philippe King of the French: A Turbulent Reign This comprehensive biography explores the life and reign of Louis Philippe, one of Europe's first constitutional monarchs. Born in 1773, Louis...

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...

Helene Hanff A Life by Stephen R. Pastore is a biography that explores the life and works of American writer Helene Hanff.Based on the author's interviews with her, this book delves into the life of...

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...

Cicero's Philippic II: A Selection by Christopher Tanfield is an endorsed publication for AS and A-Level study. This collection brings together key sections of Cicero's speech, including his attack...

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...

The Helene Cixous Reader presents a substantial collection of texts by one of the most creative and brilliant minds of the twentieth century. Spanning twenty years of intellectual thought, this...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

Philippe, Duke of Orleans, was a complex figure in 17th-century European history. This biography explores his life and legacy, shedding light on a period marked by royal intrigue and sibling rivalry...

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...

Caught in a deadly game of cat and mouse, Detective Helen Grace is trapped among the hunted. Framed for a murder she didn't commit, she has a target on her back and nowhere to hide. As one of HM...

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,...

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...

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...

When Heather's new stepmother married her father, she became Heather's "poor stepsister" - a constant source of frustration. But now, something sinister has occurred. Heather has made contact with...

Cicero's Philippics are a collection of speeches that showcase his mastery of rhetoric and politics. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero, these works offer a unique insight into the turmoil of ancient...

Philippe de Commynes' Memory and Betrayal is a literary re-evaluation of the medieval diplomat's text, exploring its significance in fifteenth-century France. Written by Irit Ruth Kleiman, this study...

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,...

Cicero's Philippics and Their Demosthenic Model: The Rhetoric of Crisis is a study that explores Cicero's use of Demosthenes as a model in his most mature speeches. Cecil Wooten examines the style,...

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...

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...

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,...

Helen Gurley Brown's remarkable story chronicles her rise to power as a cultural icon and trailblazer who redefined what it means to be an American woman. In the mid-Sixties, she transformed...

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...

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...

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...

When their mother remarries, Molly and her brother Michael try to make friends with their new stepsister, Heather. However, Heather's behaviour is difficult to handle - she lies, tattles and...

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...

Telling It Slant: Critical Approaches to Helen OyeyemiThis collection brings together a range of critical approaches to critically acclaimed author Helen Oyeyemi, putting her work in dialogue with...

A Brief History of Helen of Troy by Mark Schultz is an unsettling examination of complacency culture and the politics of beauty. Inspired by Euripides, this novel reimagines ancient themes in...

Helen Keller: A Story of Overcoming Challenges. This inspiring story follows Helen Keller as she faces great obstacles and finds ways to rise above her disabilities. With determination and hard work,...

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...

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,...

A man's body is found in an empty house, with a gruesome memento left at his home for his family. Detective Helen Grace is tasked with uncovering the identity of the killer, who seems to be targeting...

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...

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...

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...

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...

A National Book Critics Circle finalist and one of Vogue's Best Books of the Year, this biography brings to life the story of Helen Frankenthaler, a twentieth-century painter who made her mark in...

Helen Lewis Shadows Behind the Dance by Maddy Tongue is a thought-provoking exploration of the world of dance and its connection to identity.This book delves into the complexities of performance,...

Selected Plays of Hélène Cixous brings together four translations into English of Helene Cixous' plays for the first time. This collection is a unique resource for scholars, students and...

Wordsworth and Helen Maria Williams; or, the Perils of Sensibility by Richard Gravil explores the complex relationship between William Wordsworth and the poet Helen Maria Williams. In this little...

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,...

Knocking on Helen's Door is a romantic comedy that explores the complexities of love and relationships in the underworld. When Julio is left in charge, he sees an opportunity to prove himself and...

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...

Discover the remarkable true story of Helen Bulovsky, a young nurse who served on the front lines during World War I. Her letters, photographs and diary provide a unique insight into life as a...

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,...

Helen of Four Gates by Ethel Carnie Holdsworth is a dark and gothic romance set in the Lancashire hills. First published anonymously in 1917, it quickly gained popularity in Britain and the US. The...

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...

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...

After the Blast: The Ecological Recovery of Mount St. Helens Eric Wagner takes readers on a fascinating journey through the blast area and beyond, revealing how life responds in the face of seeming...

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...

The Ghost of Helen Addison by Charles E. McGarry is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of human nature.When a mysterious figure from the past begins to haunt a small town, the...

Tyrannys Bloody Standard by J. D. Davies is a gripping tale of revenge and redemption set against the backdrop of war-torn Europe. After a daring escape from prison, Philippe Kermorvant returns to...

Helen Andelin's self-published book, Fascinating Womanhood, was first published in 1963 and went on to sell over three million copies. The book's message, which drew heavily from 1920s advice...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

Sailor of Liberty by J. D. Davies is set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1793 France. As the infant republic faces threats from within and without, Philippe Kermorvant arrives in Brittany, driven...

A Simple Country Murder A 1940s Cotswolds Mystery by Blythe Baker is a gripping mystery set in a quaint Gloucestershire village. After the London Blitz, Helen Lightholder escapes to the countryside,...