44 results for 'Purdy, Strother'

Gwen Purdy, a 21-year-old schoolteacher, starts her new job in Birmingham in 1936. She faces challenges as she tries to connect with her students, many of whom come from poor backgrounds. Gwen is...

Al Purdy's poetry collection, The More Easily Kept Illusions, presents thirty-five poems that showcase his unique voice and literary talent. This selection offers a mix of lesser-known gems and some...

Sir Walter Scott's Ivanhoe Newly Adapted for the Modern Reader by David Purdie is a gripping tale of loyalty and identity set against the backdrop of 12th century England. Against the complex web of...

For Common Things: Irony, Trust, and Commitment in America Today by Jedediah Purdy In this passionate and persuasive work, Jedediah Purdy makes a compelling case for the importance of reengaging with...

Exploring our lives and identities in a world shaped by economic systems can be a challenging task. Peter Strother delves into this issue, examining the psychological schism and alienation of modern...

Narrow Rooms by James Purdy is a haunting and memorable tale of powerful passions in the remote Appalachians. After serving time for manslaughter, Sidney De Lakes returns home to West Virginia, where...

Could it be Insulin Resistance? by Hanna Purdy explores the complex relationship between insulin and overall health. This in-depth guide delves into the causes, symptoms, and potential treatments for...

Cabot Wright Begins A Novel by James Purdy is a scathing satire of American culture, exposing the darker aspects of television, publishing, Wall Street, and societal values. In this merciless...

A Tolerable Anarchy: Rebels, Reactionaries and the Making of American Freedom by Jedediah Purdy explores the complex history of freedom in America. From independence to war and economic uncertainty,...

This Land Is Our Land: The Struggle for a New Commonwealth by Jedediah Purdy explores how our relationship with the land can unite and divide us. The author examines how conflicts over the land have...

Pende: Visions of Africa by Z. S. Strother offers a unique insight into the dynamic performance contexts of masquerade and architecture in Central Africa. Through extensive fieldwork, this text...

The Nomadic Notebook - Norway offers an immersive collection of short stories that capture the breathtaking beauty of Norway's arctic fjords and villages. Daniel Purdy's travelogue is seasoned with...

In a Shallow Grave by James Purdy is a haunting and deeply moving novel about the complex relationships between three men. After returning home from Vietnam with severe injuries, Garnet Montrose...

Aloha Rodeo: Three Hawaiian Cowboys and the World's Greatest Rodeo In 1908, three unknown riders from Hawaii arrived in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to compete in the world's greatest rodeo. Steer-roping...

A Question of Betrayal by Anne Perry is set against the backdrop of increasing fear and violence across Europe in the 1930s. Young British photographer Elena Standish is tasked with a secret...

The Norton Library edition of Walden and Other Writings presents Thoreau's complete text from the 1906 edition, alongside his influential antislavery writings. This collection provides historical...

A Question of Betrayal (Elena Standish Book 2) by Anne Perry is set against the backdrop of increasing fear and violence in Europe in the 1930s. British photographer Elena Standish is tasked with...

Malcolm A Comic Novel by James Purdy is a novel of innocence and corruption that explores the absurdities of life. The story follows the titular character, introduced simply as "the boy on the...

A First Book of Morphy presents over 60 games played by Paul Morphy, one of America's first chess champions. These games are used to demonstrate basic principles of the game, as explained by...

The Forest Grimm by Kathryn Purdie is a dark and sparkling fantasy that breathes new life into fairy tales with its deadly twists. When a book is used for evil, the forest takes revenge, and the...

Transform your rescue dog's behaviour with this practical guide. Written by expert behaviourist Sean Purdy, it offers a simple and proven roadmap to help you establish calm, confident leadership and...

For successful performances in musical theatre, having the right song material is crucial. This comprehensive guide helps performers select and prepare songs that showcase their individuality and...

Survival: A Thematic Guide to Canadian Literature by Margaret Atwood is a provocative and engaging exploration of the country's literary heritage. First published in 1972, this influential book...

Bone Crier's Dawn is the gripping conclusion to Kathryn Purdie's fantasy duology. In this pulse-pounding follow-up to Bone Crier's Moon, Ailesse and her friends work to chart their own course and...

The Dragon Warriors Bestiary: Monsters of Myth for the Lands of Legend This comprehensive bestiary contains detailed descriptions and game information for over 120 creatures that inhabit the Lands of...

Linux iptables Pocket Reference by Gregor N. Purdy provides in-depth guidance on Linux's Netfilter system and its administration tool, iptables. This comprehensive reference helps you master network...

Flop Musicals of the Twenty-first Century offers a thought-provoking exploration of musicals that failed to connect with audiences despite their promising beginnings. Stephen Purdy examines the...

The Withering Palace by Alexia Purdy is set in the dark and mysterious Unseelie realm of Faerie. Here, a young girl named Aveta perfects her gifts over lifetimes, learning that magic isn't the only...

Edinburgh, 1736, was a city in turmoil. The Porteous Riots had brought the streets to a standstill, and the crowd gathered in the Grassmarket watched with bated breath as a smuggler met his end. But...

World-Class Risk Management by Norman Marks offers a fresh perspective on managing risk in business. A global thought leader in risk management, Norman Marks shares his insights on how to make risk...

David Hume on God Selected Works Newly Adapted for the Modern Reader by David Walter Purdie and Peter S. Fosl. Hume's writings on religion remain a subject of perennial interest, and this collection...

Bone Crier's Moon by Kathryn Purdie is a high-stakes fantasy duology that combines doomed romance and macabre magic. In this world, Bone Criers use animal bones to shepherd the dead into the...

The four medieval romances collected here have long been overlooked. Until recently, Florimond, King Orphius, and Sir Colling were unknown to modern readers, although fragments had surfaced in the...

Bone Crier's Moon by Kathryn Purdie is a high-stakes fantasy duology that combines doomed romance and macabre magic. In this world, Bone Criers are tasked with using the magic they draw from animal...

The Fallen Queen by Emily Purdy is a gripping and bittersweet tale of broken families and broken hearts, set against the backdrop of one of England's most tumultuous periods. At the heart of this...

Bone Crier's Dawn by Kathryn Purdie is a pulse-pounding fantasy duology conclusion that explores the complexities of love and loyalty. In this gripping story, Ailesse and her friends navigate the...

After Nature: A Politics for the Anthropocene by Jedediah Purdy The world we inhabit is no longer natural, but human-made. This new planetary epoch, known as the Anthropocene, is marked by industrial...

Rhyming picture books are often beloved by children and sometimes achieve great success. However, many editors are hesitant to consider manuscripts in rhyme due to their perceived difficulty. In...

The Tudor Wife by Emily Purdy is an unforgettable story of ambition, lust, and jealousy set against the backdrop of Henry VIII's tumultuous reign. This novel explores the complex lives of four of his...

Amy Purdy's memoir reveals the intimate details of her triumphant comeback from the brink of death to making history as a Paralympic snowboarder. In 2014, she claimed a bronze medal for the U.S...

Women and Ledger Art brings to light the extraordinary achievements of four contemporary Native American women who are redefining the traditional Plains Indian art form of ledger art.For decades,...

Burning Glass by Kathryn Purdie is a gripping tale of magic, romance and rebellion set in a world where certain individuals possess the rare gift of sensing-and absorbing-other people's feelings. In...

Twelve-year-old Lark Heron-Finch is spending her summer on Swallowtail Island off the shores of Lake Erie. It's the first time she and her sister will have seen the old house since their mom passed...

Below Grade by Elle Keaton is a gripping novel about a man forced to re-evaluate his life after a serious health scare. Martin Purdy abandons his job and sells his house, buying a set of fixer-upper...