816 results for 'Ronin, Isabelle'

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel WilkersonIsabel Wilkerson explores the unspoken caste system that has shaped America, revealing how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy of...

Lily Safra's life has been marked by tragedy and transformation. The sudden death of her fourth husband in a fire on Christmas Eve 1999 sent shockwaves through the world of high society, leaving her...

Isabelle Eberhardt: A Life of Reinvention Born into a Russian émigré family, Isabelle Eberhardt reinvented herself as a desert Arab and devout Muslim. She lived a life that defied convention,...

Isabel's Secret by Jan May A fun-loving mystery that tests Isabel's faith and forces her to confront a family secret. Isabel Morningsky has always lived by a simple motto: "Winners never quit and...

In 1876, Halifax's workhouse is Isabelle Gibson's only refuge after her mother and sister pass away. But when she faces abuse at the hands of the matron's son, Isabelle makes a desperate choice: to...

Isabelle and the Crooks by Michelle Robinson is a humorous picture book about family secrets. Isabelle's family are burglars, but she wants to be part of the gang without breaking the law. This...

This heartwarming collection of four stories follows Isabelle as she navigates her world, from friendships and family to school life and growing up. With gentle tales that explore the trials and...

Isabel and the Rogue by Liana De la Rosa is a historical romance novel set during the London season. Isabel Luna Valdés, a wallflower with a secret life as a spy, collides with Captain Sirius Dawson,...

Ruth Prendergast's evening takes a deadly turn when a stranger is found dead in her bedroom. Detective Isabel Blood is tasked with unraveling the mystery, but the lack of evidence makes it a...

Isabel Burning by Donna Lynch A young woman's life is marked by monotony until she lands a job as housekeeper at an aristocratic mansion. Her new role brings her closer to the enigmatic Dr. Edward...

A poignant exploration of passion and its transformative power. Paris in the early 1970s serves as the backdrop for Sam's chance encounter with Isabelle, an enigmatic woman who defies convention. As...

Amy & Isabelle by Elizabeth Strout is a poignant and powerful novel about the complexities of mother-daughter relationships and the secrets that can both bind and destroy us. Fifteen years of...

The legend of the 47 ronin is one of Japan's most revered stories about the samurai code of honor, bushido. In 1701, Asano Naganori was compelled to commit seppuku for assaulting a court official...

Isabel and Nicki Hoffman are twins with unique personalities. Isabel enjoys dancing with friends, while Nicki prefers skateboarding alone. As the clock ticks down to midnight on New Year's Eve, the...

Isabel la Católica by Manuel Fernández Álvarez is a comprehensive biography that explores the life and reign of one of Spain's most significant monarchs. This in-depth study delves into Isabel's...

For Isabel: A Mandala by Antonio Tabucchi is a metaphysical detective story about love and existence. Tadeus Slowacki's search for his former love, Isabel, takes him on a journey across the world,...

Isabel's Fun Fair Fiasco by Jan May is a heartwarming and intriguing mystery novel. When Isabel visits Jason Twofeathers on the Native American Reservation, she discovers shocking living conditions...

The legend of the 47 ronin is one of Japan's most revered stories about the samurai code of honor, bushido. In 1701, Asano Naganori was compelled to commit seppuku for assaulting a court official...

The Lost Art of Gratitude by Alexander McCall Smith is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of relationships and personal growth. Isabel Dalhousie, a philosopher with a knack for...

In thirteenth-century Japan, a powerful samurai lord has taken Ken'ishi under his wing, granting him a fondest wish. However, this new master is married to Kazuko, the woman Ken'ishi has loved for...

In the vibrant city of Edinburgh, a complex web of relationships and secrets unfolds. Isabel Dalhousie, a woman with a sharp mind and a compassionate heart, finds herself entangled in a series of...

The Nomad Diaries of Isabelle Eberhardt is a deeply personal and evocative account of a life lived on the margins. Born into an aristocratic Russian family, Isabelle Eberhardt reinvented herself as a...

The Worst Ronin by Maggie Tokuda-Hall is a gripping young adult graphic novel that combines action and adventure with humor. When Chihiro Ito joins forces with Tatsuo Nakano, a legendary samurai...

In 13th-Century Japan, a land of ancient spirits and demons, Ken'ishi's past is shrouded in mystery. Orphaned as an infant, he holds onto one tangible link to his father - Silver Crane, the sword...

The Comfort of Saturdays by Alexander McCall Smith is a thought-provoking mystery that explores the complexities of life and ethics. Isabel Dalhousie, a new mother and philosopher, finds herself...

Isabel and Her Colores Go to School is a story about feeling new and making new friends. English may not feel like home to Isabel, who prefers the warm colours of Spanish. As she starts at her new...

A poignant exploration of love's complexities, Isabelle in the Afternoon is a novel that probes the nature of passion and commitment. In 1970s Paris, an American student forms a deep connection with...

London, 1850, sets the stage for Isabelle Rackham's arranged marriage to Alexander Osgood. Though she's resigned to her role as his wife, their union is far from what she expected. As they navigate...

Isabelle the IBD Warrior helps children understand their Inflammatory Bowel Disease in a way that's easy to grasp. With simple language and clear diagrams, Isabelle aims to reassure young readers...

Alexander McCall Smith's latest novel explores the complexities of love and relationships through the eyes of Isabel Dalhousie, a woman who seems to attract philosophical problems wherever she goes...

Therese and Isabelle by Violette Leduc is a novella that explores the intense emotions and desires of two young women. Published in 2000, after being censored in France in 1954, this full original...

Hardcover biography of Isabel II (1830-1904) by Isabel Burdiel. The reign of Isabel II was marked by turmoil and conflict, as she ascended to the throne at a young age and faced opposition from her...

The Careful Use of Compliments by Alexander McCall Smith Isabel Dalhousie's life is about to become even more complicated. With the arrival of her baby son and a new relationship, she must navigate...

Isabel Dalhousie is a generous philanthropist who runs her life with precision and care. However, she sometimes wonders if she has become too judgmental about those around her. As the editor of the...

A chilling murder sets off shockwaves in Mallorca as Isabel Flores Montserrat joins forces with police chief Tolo Cabot to unravel a sinister plot. A series of brutal killings and mysterious events...

Summer in Edinburgh brings its own set of challenges for Isabel Dalhousie. As she navigates her personal and professional life, she finds herself entangled in the lives of those around her. With her...

Isabel Dalhousie's life is guided by her principles as an Edinburgh philosopher. She finds herself drawn to friends, lovers, and, occasionally, chocolate. When Cat takes a break in Italy, Isabel...

American Ronin explores a dystopian world where corporate power has replaced national governments, and highly trained operatives are used as tools for global domination. When one such operative...

The Novel Habits of Happiness by Alexander McCall Smith Isabel Dalhousie's latest case is unlike any she's encountered before. A six-year-old boy has been experiencing vivid recollections of a past...

Isabel's birthday wish comes true in a most unexpected way. When she unwraps her present, she discovers a glass prism that reveals a dazzling world of invisible colour.A room transformed into a...

The Sweet Remnants of Summer by Alexander McCall Smith is a story about family dynamics and the complexities of relationships. Isabel, a moral philosopher, finds herself at the centre of a delicate...

Last Seen Alive by Jane Bettany is a gripping pacey read with twists galore. When Anna Matheson fails to collect her son from the babysitter after a works party, the police are swiftly called, and...

The Sweet Remnants of Summer by Alexander McCall Smith is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and personal values. Isabel Dalhousie, a respected figure in...

Isabel Dalhousie faces a dilemma when her husband Jamie books a table at an expensive Edinburgh restaurant. Her sense of integrity is put to the test as she weighs her own moral standards against the...

Alexander McCall Smith's A Distant View of Everything is a thought-provoking novel about the complexities of human relationships and the blurred lines between truth and deception. Isabel Dalhousie, a...

Japan's most celebrated tale of honor, loyalty and revenge is presented in this epic retelling of 47 Ronin. In 1701, Lord Asano's actions at court sparked a chain of events that would lead to his...

Isabelle Wareham's life has been shaped by her devotion to her father. After his passing, she finds herself under the guardianship of her brother-in-law, Lord Dunsfold, who seeks to use her as a...

A Map and a Mule: A Peace Story of Queen Isabel of PortugalThis beautifully illustrated biography tells the story of Queen Isabel of Portugal, a peacemaker from the Middle Ages. The book features...

The Worst Ronin by Maggie Tokuda-Hall is a genre-defying young adult graphic novel that combines elements of action, adventure and coming-of-age themes. When an unlikely pair of female samurai join...

Isabel de Clare was a woman of remarkable influence in medieval Europe. Born into a family of kings and freebooters, she inherited wealth and power through her father's ambitions.Married at just 18...

Orlando's dark past threatens to destroy his reputation and the lives of those he loves. When brutal murders rock San Francisco, Scanguards is forced to confront the possibility that one of their own...

Isabel Dalhousie's life is filled with love and family. As she prepares for her upcoming wedding and enjoys time with her son, she can't help but think about parenthood. When Jane, a visiting...

Ronin Skirmish Wargames in the Age of the Samurai is a set of skirmish wargame rules set in late 16th century feudal Japan. Players build small warbands of models and battle each other as well as...

Isabelle Albuquerque's expressive sculptural self-portraits are freighted with eroticism, mythology and posthumanism. This volume documents a new series of sculptures by Los Angeles-based artist...

The Kingmaker's Women: Anne Beauchamp and Her Daughters, Isabel and Anne Neville By Julia A. Hickey In 15th-century England, the lives of three powerful women were intertwined with the fate of the...

Life in Rook & Ronin's world has been bliss for fifteen years. Their close-knit group of friends and family have created a loving home, filled with laughter and love. However, every happily ever...

Isabel Orleans-Braganca: A Brazilian Princess Who Freed the Slaves By James McMurtry Longo In 19th-century Brazil, women's voices were largely silenced. Yet Isabel Orleans-Braganca stood out as a...

The Uncommon Appeal of Clouds by Alexander McCall Smith is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the search for meaning. Isabel Dalhousie, a philosopher...

Malibu Creek State Park has long been the backdrop for Hollywood fantasies. But when a young woman is gunned down in the park, it becomes a real-life killing ground. Detective Eve Ronin and her...

Elvis Presley was born into a world where opportunities were scarce, but he had a dream that would change the course of music history. As a young boy, he discovered his passion for singing and, with...

The Landscape of Dreams: The Gardens of Isabel and Julian Bannerman is a beautifully illustrated and endearing account of the couple's most notable garden design projects.Through stunning photographs...

Discover the incredible story of Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon. As a child, Neil's dreams took flight when he rode on his first airplane, setting him on a path to become a...

Freddie Mercury was a trailblazing musician who rocked the world with his incredible talent. Born on a tiny island off the coast of Tanzania, he dreamed of having a fabulous life. As he grew up, he...

A Study Guide for Isabel Allende's House of the Spirits provides a comprehensive resource for literature students. This concise guide includes a plot summary, character analysis, author biography,...

A gripping thriller by #1 New York Times bestselling author Lee Goldberg. Detective Eve Ronin and her partner Duncan Pavone are running a 24-7 sting operation in a luxury enclave of palatial homes in...

A cold case from years ago is re-opened when a wildfire exposes a woman's charred remains. Eve Ronin, a young and ambitious homicide detective, is assigned to investigate. As she digs deeper into the...

Isabel Rawsthorne's life is a fascinating and complex story that spans multiple decades and artistic movements. This beautifully illustrated biography re-examines her role in the Parisian and London...

The Way of Ronin: Defying the Odds on Battlefields, in Business and in Life by Tu Lam is a gripping memoir that reveals the author's against-all-odds story. From his decorated military career to his...

Vernadette Vicuña Gonzalez's Empire's Mistress offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal figure in American history. Isabel Rosario Cooper, a Filipina vaudeville and film actress, lived a life marked...

A gated community for the wealthy becomes a scene of brutal violence in this gripping thriller by bestselling author Lee Goldberg. In Hidden Hills, a private celebrity enclave, reality and fantasy...

The True Story of the Vendetta of the 47 Ronin from Akô In feudal Japan, a group of samurai were bound by law to uphold justice, even if it meant sacrificing their own lives. When their lord broke...

Set in medieval Paris, Victor Hugo's novel tells the story of Quasimodo, a deformed man who lives in the shadow of the Cathedral of Notre Dame. His life is marked by isolation and persecution, but an...

The Adventures of Isabel: An Epitome Apartments Mystery is a gripping mystery novel that introduces a unique and intriguing amateur detective. When a good friend's beloved granddaughter is murdered,...

In a post-apocalyptic New York City, a lone surviving Turtle embarks on a mission seeking justice for his family. This is the final story of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, three decades in the...

Frank Miller's Ronin collects the original six-issue miniseries in a single volume. This unique blend of East and West, past and future, magic and science brings together two worlds in a thrilling,...

Lady Isabel's life is turned upside down when she mistakenly believes her husband's secret meetings are romantic rather than business. In desperation, she abandons home and children, only to return...

Isabelle Eberhardt's writings are a testament to her unconventional life and unyielding spirit. Born in Geneva, Switzerland, she defied societal norms from an early age, embracing a life of adventure...

The emancipation of serfs in Russia and slaves in Brazil was a pivotal moment in world history. This book tells the story of two women who played a crucial role in these events: Grand Duchess Elena...

Armando Bó and Isabel Sarli's sexploitation films challenged contemporary norms with increasingly explicit content. Published in 2022, Violated Frames offers a new perspective on their work,...

Eva Luna's life is one of stories and strangers. Born into poverty, she has known hardship from an early age, yet her imagination and wit have allowed her to thrive in a world that often seems...

Isabel Hofmeyr's groundbreaking scholarship has reshaped our understanding of print cultures and their global circulations. This collection of essays by renowned intellectuals from around the world...

In the aftermath of a catastrophic event, Kenshiro finds himself bound to Elliott, a young survivor with an extraordinary gift. A note from a dead woman sets them on a perilous journey through a...

This book offers a reading of the notion of the mother and its significance in Science. Jeremy Fernando explores how Science relies on this concept, particularly in relation to the idea of Nature as...

Oxford Bookworms Library 3e: Folk Tales from Around the World By Jennifer Bassett In Japan, a legendary story began with a single act of loyalty. A samurai's death led to a quest for revenge that...

Miner's Day tells the story of life in south Wales coal mines during the 1930s. Edited with an introduction by Peter Wakelin, this collection of images captures the reality of working-class life...

A mysterious former Sith wanders the galaxy in this stunning Star Wars tale. Inspired by the world of The Duel from the Star Wars Visions animated anthology, an original novel explores the...

The year 2121 has brought about a new world order. Humanity's struggle for survival against gigantic Kaiju is ongoing, and the most effective weapons in this fight are the colossal Mechs developed by...

Red's quest for justice takes on a new form in this gripping tale. A legendary beast has haunted Poletown for decades, with many dismissing its existence as mere myth. However, Red and her...

The New Chushingura: A Tale of Samurai Vengeance In feudal Japan, a dramatic event unfolded in the shogun's castle in Edo. Lord Asano, the daimyo of Ako, was sentenced to ritual suicide for...

Discover the fascinating world of Japanese warriors and folk heroes. From legendary fighters like Minamoto no Yorimitsu to creative heroes like Ryunosuke Akutagawa, this book explores the lives of...

When Sasha Cherlin's world came crashing down, she was left with nothing but regret. Her promise to Nick Tate had been broken, leaving her essence in tatters.A lifetime of lies and secrets followed,...

George Gissing (1885) by George Gissing is a complete volume of his novels, covering volumes 1 and 2. This collection showcases the author's development as a realist writer during the late-Victorian...

Relive one of the most iconic TMNT stories through its unforgettable covers. In 1990, Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird created a finale that would become an instant classic, with a lone surviving Turtle...

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson Isabel Wilkerson examines the unspoken caste system that has shaped America, revealing how our lives today are still defined by a hierarchy...

The Wind Knows My Name by Isabel Allende In 1938, a young boy named Samuel boards the last Kindertransport train out of Austria, fleeing Nazi-occupied Austria for a new life in England. Eight decades...

Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel Wilkerson is a powerful exploration of the hidden system of divisions that shape our lives. Wilkerson reveals how the rigid hierarchies of caste...

The perfect summer read. Isabelle Broom's latest novel is a gorgeous holiday romance that will keep you turning the pages until the very end.When aspiring novelist Honor is invited to spend a summer...

Isabel Allende's latest book is a bold exploration of womanhood, feminism, parenting, aging, love and more. The author shares her personal story, from her childhood to her experiences as a young...

Leo and the Octopus by Isabelle Marinov Leo struggles to make sense of the world, but his life changes when he meets Maya, an extraordinary octopus. As Leo learns more about Maya, he begins to see...

A Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende In the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, hundreds of thousands are forced to flee in a treacherous journey over the mountains to the French border. Among...