1699 results for 'Pushkin, Alexander'

Alexander Pushkin's Selected Poetry offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of Russia's greatest writer. This collection brings together some of his most celebrated poems alongside...

Alexander Pushkin's story of love and deception is now available in Super Large Print. This cheerful tale features a font designed for maximum readability at twice the size of traditional Large Print...

Alexander Pushkin's prose is renowned for its boundless creativity and mastery of various styles. This comprehensive collection brings together his diverse works, including satires, epistolary tales,...

The Spectre of Alexander Wolf by Gaito Gazdanov A short story about a man's killing of a soldier, told from the victim's point of view, sets off a strange quest to find the elusive author. The story...

Pushkin's most famous poems are presented in this insightful edition, with word-by-word translation displayed side by side on separate pages. Russian words are labeled with stressed syllables in bold...

Boris Alikhanov's life is in disarray. Recently divorced and struggling with his finances, he sees a summer job as a tour guide at the Pushkin Hills Preserve as an opportunity to regain some balance...

Alexander Pushkin's Essential Stories A captivating collection of fiction that continues to enthrall readers with its timeless themes and gripping narratives. Foundational to the development of...

A unique collection of Russian short stories from the last 200 years brings together folk tales and literary supernatural elements. These stories feature magical dolls, cannibal witches, talking...

When winter arrives early in the tiny Siberian village of Roslazny, Olga Pushkin's departure is made even harder. Forced overseas by her jealous superior, she faces two years in exile from her...

A stylishly original collection of short stories from Japan's master of prose. This collection brings together seven essential works by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa, in a vivid translation that showcases the...

A collection of Russian short stories spanning over two centuries, featuring works by renowned authors such as Pushkin, Turgenev, Dostoyevsky, Tolstoy, and Solzhenitsyn. This anthology also includes...

Eugene Onegin, a novel in verse by Alexander Pushkin, is a masterful work of Russian literature that explores the complexities of human emotions and destiny. Set against the backdrop of 1820s...

Last Stop on the Murder Express by C. J. Farrington is a charming murder mystery that combines quirky characters with psychological depth.When Railway Engineer Olga Pushkin's self-help manual for...

Twenty-three-year-old Frits's life is a series of tiny, quotidian triumphs and heartbreaks. He works in an office, taking cards out of a file, putting them back in again with no apparent purpose...

Stefan Zweig's biography of Michel de Montaigne is a passionate and readable account of the life of one of the founding fathers of humanism. Written during the Second World War, the book is also a...

In Love by Alfred Hayes is a poignant and introspective novel that explores the complexities of human relationships. Set against the backdrop of 1950s New York, the story revolves around a doomed...

Hunger is a poignant and haunting collection of stories that explore the complexities of displacement and longing. Through spare and subtle prose, Lan Samantha Chang delves into the lives of those...

Siddhartha, a Nobel Prize-winning novel by Hermann Hesse, is a poignant exploration of self-discovery and spiritual quest. The story follows a young man's journey as he seeks a higher state of being,...

Alexander: The Sands of Ammon by Valerio Manfredi is set in ancient Greece, where legend and reality blur. A thousand years after the Trojan War, Alexander, king of Macedonia, sets out to liberate...

Franz Kafka's Essential Stories offer a unique glimpse into the modern experience. Translated and selected by Alexander Starritt, this collection showcases the brilliance at the core of one of the...

The connection between music and the universe has long been a source of fascination. Physicist and jazz musician Stephon Alexander explores this link, tracing the threads of inspiration from ancient...

Beware of Pity is a devastating novel by Stefan Zweig, a masterful exploration of the consequences of pity and the disintegration of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. In 1913, a young second lieutenant's...

Alexander and the Curly Wurly Caterpillar by Christopher Quirk is a heartwarming story about a young boy's adventures. Alexander tries his best to be good, but trouble often follows him around. With...

Stunning new edition of Marcel Proust's standalone novella Swann in Love. This intoxicatingly witty story explores infatuation and jealousy, offering a poignant insight into the illusions of love and...

Edith Pearlman's collected stories are a masterful exploration of life's complexities. Spanning four decades of writing, these tales reveal a unique sensibility shot through with wit, lucidity and...

Coco Chanel's story, as told by her to Paul Morand, is revealed in this beautifully presented paperback edition. In 1945, Morand was given the opportunity to write Chanel's memoirs after visiting her...

The Campaigns of Alexander by ArrianA comprehensive and authoritative account of Alexander's military conquests, written in the 2nd century AD. This work is considered one of the most important...

Alexander the Great by Robin Lane Fox Alexander the Great is a man of his own time, a born warrior and ruler of passionate ambition. This biography searches through the mass of conflicting evidence...

Alexander at the End of the World: A riveting biography of Alexander the Great's final years, when his insatiable desire to conquer the world set him off on an exhilarating and harrowing journey. By...

Alexander the Great: A Biography by Mary Renault. This biography explores the life and character of Alexander III of Macedon, commonly known as Alexander the Great. Born in 356 BC, he went on to...

The Year of the HareA sudden change in life sets Kaarlo Vatanen on an unexpected path. After encountering an injured hare, he leaves his job and home behind to follow it into the forest. A year of...

The Essential Garden Design Workbook Completely Revised and Expanded by Rosemary Alexander and Rachel Myers is a comprehensive guide for garden designers and professionals. This fully updated third...

Tatiana and Alexander is a powerful story of grief and hope, set against the backdrop of war. Paullina Simons weaves a passionate and epic love story that spans continents and time. The novel follows...

Alexander the Great's Reign: A Comprehensive Survey The conquests of Alexander the Great had far-reaching consequences for the ancient world. This book provides an in-depth examination of his reign,...

Frederick Matthias Alexander's life was marked by a profound discovery that would change the lives of countless individuals. In the 1890s, while studying himself in mirrors to understand his lost...

Two boys abandoned at birth in train station lockers spend their youth in an orphanage and with foster parents before setting out to find and destroy the women who first rejected them.Drawn to...

Journey by MoonlightA turbulent and dreamlike tale of a man torn between middle-class respectability and sensational bohemia. After a chaotic journey, he must reckon with both his past and his future...

A beautiful collection of 13 classic Russian short stories by Anton Chekhov. This selection showcases the author's remarkable range and mastery of human nature in all its complexity. From...

Alexander's Conquests: A Comprehensive Account Arrian's Campaigns of Alexander is the most reliable account of the life and achievements of one of history's greatest conquerors. Written over four...

Alexander the Great A Novel by Nikos Kazantzakis is a historical novel that brings to life the many-faceted image of Alexander, from god to mortal man. Drawing on both legend and documented history,...

Published for the first time, Lt. Alexander Pfeifer's unedited and authentic WWI diary presents a raw and honest account of his experiences from 1914 to 1918.Alongside over 300 original photographs...

Alexander: Child of a Dream by Valerio Manfredi is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Alexander's early life and training. Born with a destiny for greatness, Alexander was groomed...

Alexander III, 1249-1286 First Among Equals by Norman H. Reid is a study that challenges the traditional view of Scottish medieval kingship. It presents a fresh perspective on the reign of Alexander...

Olga Pushkin's life is about to take a dramatic turn. Forced into exile by her jealous superior, she finds herself stranded in the tiny Siberian village of Roslazny, where a train crash sets off a...

A gift box set featuring all five adventures of Taran and his companions in the magical land of Prydain. This collection includes The Book of Three, The Black Cauldron, The Castle of Llyr, Taran...

This book explores how the Alexander Technique can help individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to form sensory integration and achieve stress relief. Over the past twenty years, there has...

Alexander's Generalship: A Revolutionary Approach to War and Government. This study by J.F.C. Fuller explores the leadership of Alexander the Great, one of history's greatest conquerors. With a focus...

Alexander the Great: A Life of Conquest and Legacy Alexander the Great was a figure of enduring fascination, whose remarkable life has captivated historians and the general public alike for centuries...

Alexander Hamilton: A Life of Legacy and Contribution This biography offers a fascinating look at Alexander Hamilton's life and legacy, exploring his many contributions to the early American republic...

The Betrayal of the Body is a pioneering study of the mind-body split by Alexander Lowen. This book explores how people deny the reality, needs, and feelings of their bodies, leading to an...

Valeria Cossati's secret diary is a shiny black notebook she buys on a whim, a means to express her growing discontent with her life. As she writes, she uncovers a profound sense of restlessness and...

A psychological-mystical thriller built around Agatha Christie-type stopwatch sequences and John Dickson Carr-style locked-room conundrums awaits. Yukito Ayatsuji's ingenious conclusion will keep you...

A Sorrow Beyond Dreams by Peter Handke is a poignant and deeply personal exploration of grief and loss. This powerful work attempts to come to terms with the author's own experience of his mother's...

Alexander: The Ends of the Earth A Novel by Valerio Manfredi The legacy of Alexander is one of unyielding ambition and unwavering passion. His conquests swept across the ancient world, forging a vast...

Alexander: Child of a Dream is a captivating novel that tells the story of one of history's most fascinating characters. Born to a great king and his sensuous queen, Alexander was destined for...

Alexander Rodchenko: A Revolutionary Visionary Alexander Rodchenko was a leading figure in the Russian avant-garde, transforming graphic art, design and photography with his innovative style. This...

Experience the timeless stories of Ivan Turgenev, one of Russia's most beloved writers. This collection brings together some of his most iconic works, including the novella "First Love", alongside...

Alexander's empire was left without a clear successor after his sudden death in 323 BC. As news of the king's passing spread, a ruthless battle for the throne began. The web of scheming and plotting...

Alexander the Virtues of War by Steven Pressfield is an epic novel that tells the story of Alexander the Great, a legendary warrior and leader who conquered the Persian Empire before his 25th...

Alexander the Great: A Turbulent Era. This book tells the story of Alexander's life and conquests in compelling detail. Despite his many successes, Alexander remains an enigma, and Curtius' History...

Collected Papers on Alexander the GreatA comprehensive collection of essays by renowned historian Ernst Badian, shedding new light on the life and reign of Alexander the Great.Originally published in...

A Woman in the Polar Night is a mesmerizing account of one woman's year spent living in a remote hut in the Arctic. Christiane Ritter's story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for...

Brazil's greatest writer and author of short stories, Machado de Assis, presents a captivating collection of his finest work. This new selection showcases the many facets of his mercurial genius...

Wim and Marie, a young Dutch couple, agree to hide a Jewish man in their home during the Nazi occupation. They believe they are fulfilling their patriotic duty, but this decision brings tension and...

Tatiana and Alexander A Novel by Paullina Simons is a heart-stopping sequel to the international bestseller The Bronze Horseman. Eighteen years old, pregnant, and widowed, Tatiana escapes war-torn...

Fear of Life is a profound exploration of the human condition within modern culture. Alexander Lowen challenges conventional thinking, arguing that neurotic behavior stems from a deep-seated fear of...

Alexander the Great is a biography that tells the story of a young man who grew up to control much of the known world. Born into a royal family, Alexander had grand ambitions from an early age and...

Alexander the Great's legend has evolved over time, with different cultures weaving their own stories around his life. From the Hebrew tradition to modern Greece, the figure of Alexander has been...

Alexander's quest to conquer Asia reaches its climax as he and his men storm Persian fortresses and harbours, crippling King Darius's domain. The legendary Halicarnassus falls to the Macedonian...

Alexander Hamilton is a landmark biography that sets the record straight on the life of one of America's most brilliant, charismatic and dangerous founders. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Ron Chernow...

Alexander's dream was to rule the world, and with his childhood friends and beloved horse Bucephalas, he set out to make it happen. Historian Dominic Sandbrook guides us on an incredible journey...

A journey through time and geography, tracing the footsteps of Alexander the Great from Greece to India. Michael Wood follows in the footsteps of this legendary leader, using ancient historians as...

Baby Alexander is a heartwarming story about a new arrival in the family. Baby Alexander can't talk yet, but he says "Goo-goo" and is eager to learn. With the help of his cousin Peppa, Baby Alexander...

Alexander the Great brings to life the fascinating story of one of history's most famous figures. With lively speech, gentle humour and full-colour illustrations, this book makes learning about...

Alexander the Great: The Making of a Myth This book explores the stories that have grown up around Alexander's life and death, from his mysterious passing in 323 BC to the enduring legends that have...

Alexander the Great: A Life in Legend by Richard Stoneman is a comprehensive exploration of the enduring legend surrounding one of history's most influential figures. This engaging book gathers...

Alexander the Great: The Making of a Myth A fascinating exploration of the enduring legend of Alexander the Great, this book charts the evolution of a story that has captivated audiences for over...

The Alexander Technique for Musicians offers practical advice and tried-and-tested methods to help musicians achieve success and comfort as performers. This guide covers essential topics such as...

Alexander the Great: A Life of Extraordinary Ambition This biography explores the life and motivations of Alexander the Great, one of history's most fascinating figures. From his birth into a world...

Alexander the Great's life was marked by both incredible achievements and brutal violence. As a young man, he sought to emulate the legendary hero Achilles, and by his mid-twenties, he had conquered...

Herman Melville's Essential Stories offer a darkly modern exploration of the surreal mundanity of office life and obscure tensions at sea. This collection includes "Bartleby, the Scrivener", "Benito...

Alexander's Empire: A Masterful Account of Kings and Conquerors By the time Alexander the Great died, his empire had stretched from the Adriatic Sea to the Indian subcontinent, redrawn the map of the...

The Alexander Technique has been helping people overcome the stresses and strains of modern life for over 120 years. This comprehensive guide provides an in-depth overview of the technique, covering...

A young woman's determined struggle to realise her dreams of freedom and fantasy in 1920s Paris is told with wit and a lust for life in this memoir. Banine recounts her journey from fleeing a ruined...

Alexander the Great: King, Commander and Statesman by N.G.L. Hammond is a comprehensive biography that sets the record straight about one of history's most influential figures. With impressive...

Alexander at World's End by Tom Holt A witty and ironic tale that sheds new light on one of history's most famous figures. When Euxenus, a philosopher and intellectual, takes a job as tutor to a...

Alexander and the Wind-Up Mouse by Leo Lionni is a heartwarming tale about the magic of friendship. A real mouse named Alexander longs to be loved and cuddled, just like his mechanical counterpart...

Alexander the Great: A Biography by John Maxwell O'Brien This biography explores the final seven years of Alexander's life, a period marked by increasing unpredictability and erratic behaviour. The...

The Voice of the Body: The Role of the Body in PsychotherapyThis collection of 22 lectures by Alexander Lowen, one of the founders of contemporary body psychotherapy, presents the groundbreaking...

Discover the lives of the great men who shaped ancient history in this collection of parallel biographies.Written by Plutarch, these influential writings offer intimate glimpses into the lives of...

Alexander Girard's coloring book features 30 black-and-white line images for young artists to colour in. Each drawing is printed on one side of white paper, allowing it to be easily peeled off and...

Alexander the Great's sudden and unexpected death has left the largest empire in turmoil. As the fight to take control descends into ruthless scheming and bloody battles, no one is safe. Wars are...

Fanny & Alexander is a poignant play about growing up amidst the glamour and romance of 1900s Sweden. When their widowed mother remarries the local bishop, creative freedom and rigid orthodoxy clash,...

Alexander's journey to living his most epic life is one of self-discovery and embracing his individuality. In this humorous conclusion to the Alexander Adventures trilogy, he finds that being...

Alexander the Great's conquests had a profound impact on the ancient world. His military campaigns stretched across thousands of miles, from northern Greece to modern Pakistan, leaving a lasting...

England Your England Notes on a Nation by George Orwell This collection brings together four of Orwell's short sketches of English life, offering a masterful analysis of a society in crisis. Written...

The Alexander Technique Workbook by Richard Brennan is a step-by-step guide to improving body movement and reducing physical and mental tension. This accessible book instructs you in a series of...

Alexander II: The Last Great Tsar The life of Alexander II is a complex and intriguing tale of reform and revolution. During his reign, he implemented significant changes to Russia's justice system...

Alexander the Great: Man, Myth Or Monster? by Jamila Gavin is a vivid narrative that brings the ancient world to life. Follow Alexander's campaign from Greece to India as he tames wild horses and...

A dark and sinister mystery unfolds in 17th-century Scotland. A young man's body is discovered in the house of Alexander Seaton, a fallen minister, and the investigation that follows reveals a...