2457 results for 'Shackleton, Victor'

Ernest Shackleton: A Life of Adventure and Ambition This biography tells the story of Ernest Shackleton, a man who embodied the spirit of adventure and social status in early 20th-century Britain...

Shackleton: A New Account of the Adventurer and His Leadership Under Extreme CircumstancesThis gripping biography by Sir Ranulph Fiennes, one of the world's greatest living explorers, offers a fresh...

The Shackleton Boys Volume 1: True Stories from the Home-Based 'Kipper Fleet' Squadrons by Steve Bond is a fascinating account of the RAF's first line of defence in the maritime role, the Avro...

Fergus Shackleton's journey to success and love is fraught with challenges. His overbearing father, Hector, has a profound impact on his life, forcing Fergus to question whether he can forge his own...

Shackleton's Stowaway by Victoria McKernan is a gripping survival novel based on the true story of Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to cross Antarctica. In 1914, 18-year-old Perce Blackborow...

Ernest Shackleton's Endurance mission remains one of history's most remarkable feats of survival and leadership. In 1914, Shackleton's ship was crushed by ice, leaving his crew stranded in the...

Frank A. Worsley's account of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to the Antarctic is a gripping tale of survival and determination.The Endurance, under Worsley's command, became trapped in...

Shackleton's Journey Activity Book by William Grill and Zelda Turner is an exciting companion to the bestselling Shackleton's Journey. This activity book invites you to embark on your own epic...

The Shackleton Boys Volume 2: True Stories from Shackleton Operators Based Overseas Steve Bond's latest collection brings together another exceptional group of Shack operators, sharing their...

Ernest Shackleton's 1914 expedition to reach the South Pole is one of the greatest adventure stories of the modern age. Shackleton and his crew of twenty-seven men set sail for Antarctica on the...

Ernest Shackleton's incredible journeys to the South Pole in the early 1900s made him one of the most famous explorers of modern times. From a young age, Shackleton's love of the sea led him to...

Ernest Shackleton was an adventurer who led three death-defying journeys to Antarctica. He was known for his leadership skills and ability to bring men back alive, earning him the respect of his crew...

South: The Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition (1914-1917)This gripping account chronicles Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to the Antarctic, which became one of the most remarkable...

Ernest Shackleton's life was marked by both incredible adventure and personal turmoil. As one of history's greatest explorers, he led four expeditions to Antarctica, leaving an indelible mark on the...

Shackleton's Endurance: An Antarctic Survival Story by Joanna Grochowicz In one of the most remarkable stories of survival in history, Sir Ernest Shackleton's 1914 Antarctic Expedition faced an...

A Death in the Dales: A Kate Shackleton Mystery In the quiet village of Langcliffe, a murder shatters the peace. Freda Simonson, the only witness to the crime, is consumed by guilt and uncertainty...

The Endurance: Shackleton's Legendary Antarctic Expedition by Caroline Alexander. In August 1914, Ernest Shackleton and his crew set sail in their ship, Endurance, bound for the South Atlantic. Their...

Kate Shackleton is back in a new mystery. In 1930, she receives a letter from a stranger, leading her to the mill village of Saltaire, where she expects to meet the writer, Ronnie Creswell. However,...

Spare a thought for Gary Shackleton, a young man struggling to find his place in the world. His life is marked by loneliness and depression, as he tries to navigate a complex and often hostile...

The Avro Shackleton is a comprehensive history of the development and operational career of this iconic aircraft. Initially conceived as a maritime reconnaissance version of the Lancaster bomber, the...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's Incredible Expedition is a gripping account of one of the most heroic and perilous journeys in Antarctic exploration history. In August 1914, Shackleton set off from England...

The discovery of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, in 2022 is a story that has captivated the imagination of many. On November 21, 1915, the Endurance finally succumbed to the crushing ice,...

Ernest Shackleton was a young man with a thirst for adventure. He spent his career at sea, but it wasn't until he joined a historic expedition to reach the South Pole that he truly found his calling...

The Avro Shackleton: The Long-Serving 'Growler' This comprehensive history of the Avro Shackleton aircraft provides an in-depth look at its development, technical specifications, and operational use...

Endurance: The True Story of the Shackleton's Incredible VoyageLavishly illustrated with Frank Hurley's spectacular photos of the 1914 expedition, this book chronicles one of the most harrowing...

Kate Shackleton's second professional sleuthing case is no rest for the wicked. A pawn-shop robbery sets her on a sinister path that leads to murder and a ransom demand. When Kate stumbles upon a...

Harriet and her brother Austin have always been scared of the quarry where their father works. When they find him dead on the cold ground, they quickly leave the scene and seek help. However, when...

The Ship Beneath the Ice: The Discovery of Shackleton's Endurance The story of Sir Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, was thought to be lost forever, but in 2022, an audacious plan to locate the...

A man's body is discovered on a special goods train from Yorkshire, with all means of identification stripped away. Scotland Yard calls on Kate Shackleton to investigate, hoping her local knowledge...

Frank A. Worsley's account of his time as Captain of the H.M.S. Endurance is a gripping and detailed record of one of the most remarkable survival stories in history.The ship became trapped and...

Death in the Stars by Frances Brody In 1927, Yorkshire is gripped by eclipse fever. When theatre star Selina Fellini asks Kate Shackleton to attend a viewing party at Giggleswick School Chapel, Kate...

South A gripping account of Antarctic exploration, written by Sir Ernest Shackleton himself. In 1914, Shackleton and his crew embarked on an ambitious journey to traverse the largely uncharted...

Shackleton's Way: Leadership Lessons from the Great Antarctic ExplorerLearn from the greatest leader of all time, Sir Ernest Shackleton, who saved the lives of 27 men stranded on an Antarctic ice...

Read the first-hand account of Sir Ernest Shackleton's incredible survival story in the Southern Ocean. Shackleton recounts his ill-fated expedition to Antarctica, which took an unexpected turn when...

Scott and Shackleton: A Changing Face of Heroism The reputations of Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton, two of Britain's most famous Antarctic explorers, have undergone significant changes in...

South: The Illustrated Story of Shackleton's Last Expedition 1914-1917This is the remarkable tale of Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated Antarctic expedition, told in his own words and brought to life with...

Shackleton's Forgotten Men: The Untold Tragedy of the Endurance Epic by Lennard Bickel. In 1915, Ernest Shackleton embarked on an ill-fated expedition to cross Antarctica. His crew was split into two...

Read the first-hand account of Sir Ernest Shackleton's incredible survival story in the Southern Ocean. Shackleton recounts his ill-fated expedition to Antarctica, which took an unexpected turn when...

Shackleton's Way: Leadership Lessons from the Great Antarctic ExplorerThis practical guide to leadership draws inspiration from the remarkable story of Ernest Shackleton, who saved the lives of 27...

Bridgestead is a quiet village where nothing exceptional happens, until the day Joshua Braithwaite goes missing in dramatic circumstances. Now his daughter is getting married and wants one last...

Shackleton's Forgotten Men: The Untold Tragedy of the Endurance Epic The story of Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to Antarctica is one of human endurance and sacrifice. In 199 days, a team led by...

Kate Shackleton is on holiday, but her plans are quickly derailed when her friend Alma's daughter Felicity goes missing. A note and a pawn ticket for a watch-guard are all that's left behind, and the...

Shackleton's Dream tells the story of the British Commonwealth Trans-Antarctic Expedition, led by Vivian Fuchs and Sir Edmund Hillary. In 1915, Ernest Shackleton's ship, Endurance, was crushed by ice...

Sir Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated expedition to cross the Antarctic continent in 1914 ended in disaster when a ship carrying a vital lifeline of supplies became stranded in the Ross Sea. Ten men were...

At 5 o'clock on November 21st, Endurance slipped lower in the water, her stern pointing skywards. A cacophony of cracking timber and rushing water signaled her end, and then she was silent, slipping...

Victor Hugo's drawings are a testament to his imagination, featuring moody, haunting, and almost abstract visions of imaginary castles, monsters, tortured figures, and seascapes. Created over 4,000...

The Life of Sir Ernest Shackleton C.V.O., O.B.E. (Mil.), LL.D.This biography is considered culturally important and has been preserved for public access, allowing readers to engage with the life and...

The Last Days of Ernest Shackleton: A First Hand Account by George Ross when on the Quest Expedition. This unique and fully illustrated account is based on the personal experiences of seaman George...

Leading at The Edge: Lessons from the Legendary Antarctic AdventureThis 100th anniversary edition offers a fresh look at Shackleton's iconic expedition, revealing timeless lessons about true...

Darrel Bristow-Bovey's Finding Endurance is a thought-provoking exploration of the enduring legacy of Ernest Shackleton's ill-fated voyage. By re-examining the story and its players, Bristow-Bovey...

Darrel Bristow-Bovey's Finding Endurance is an absorbing tale about exploring the cold. With warmth and marvellous stories, this book revisits one of history's greatest events: the discovery of...

Sir Ranulph Fiennes recounts the legendary Antarctic expedition and loss of the Endurance, a story of survival and adventure. In 1915, Shackleton's ship became trapped in ice and eventually sank, but...

South! is an epic account of one of the most extraordinary feats of physical and mental endurance in a battle for survival in extreme natural conditions. Shackleton's 800 mile voyage with a crew of...

Mrs. Chippy's Last Expedition is a remarkable account of survival and adventure in one of history's greatest journeys.Trapped in the Antarctic ice, Shackleton's crew, including the ship's estimable...

Shackleton's incredible survival story is told from a unique perspective - that of Perce, a young stowaway on the Endurance. This gripping tale is part of Reading Champion, a series designed to help...

Victor Serge: A Biography by Susan Weissman is a compelling account of one of the most intriguing figures of Soviet history. Set against the backdrop of pivotal events in the 20th century, this...

The Diaries of Victor Klemperer 1942-45 A personal and powerful account of life in Nazi Germany, this diary chronicles the experiences of a German Jew from 1942 to 1945. The author's observations of...

Stroke Victor: How to Go from Stroke Victim to Stroke Victor is a practical guide that offers a holistic approach to recovery after a stroke. Written by Bob Mandell, who himself experienced the...

The Handley Page Victor: A Crew Chief's Story - 40 Years of Life with the Victor This memoir offers an action-packed and riveting account of a career spanning forty years, charting changes in the...

Victor, the Wolf with Worries is a heartwarming story about a wolf who struggles with worries. He feels anxious about many things, from not being brave enough to not being fierce enough. However,...

Victor's Adventures in Spain is a unique and comprehensive learning resource for Spanish language students. This parallel text book combines audio recordings with a workbook, making it an ideal...

Victor Storey is a story about a man who didn't believe in God and would even mock those who did. However, his life takes an unexpected turn when he begins to experience visitations from Jesus Christ...

The Victors of Imam Hussain by Muhammad Mahdi Chamseddine provides a critical study of those who supported Imam Hussain in his movement against the Umayyad regime. This work sheds light on the...

The Tokyo Trial: A Review of the Victors' Justice. In 1946, the Allied powers brought Japanese military and state leaders to justice for their actions during World War II. Richard Minear examines the...

Without Blood A Victor Lessard Thriller by Martin Michaud is a gripping crime novel that delves into the darker side of Montreal. When a senior administrator is found stabbed to death in his office,...

Victor Caro, a counterterrorism officer with the CYA, finds himself in a world where job security takes precedence over national security. His latest assignment in West Africa has him tasked with...

The Victor Poems by Anthony Caleshu is an exuberant and intimate exploration of the imagination. This spirited poem is both zany and personal, with a descriptive and lyric tone that won't let up.With...

He is darkness. She wants him dead. In a city starved of light, she might just succeed. Raven is an elegant assassin on the run, but this time she has picked the wrong target. The hitman known as...

Graham Robb's biography of Victor Hugo is widely regarded as one of the most compelling and engaging lives ever written. This exuberant and thoroughly researched work brings to life the extraordinary...

Victor Mollo's Bridge Club offers expert insights into the world of bridge. This book provides a unique blend of advanced technique and simple psychology, showcasing brilliant plays that will help...

Alexander Kent's gripping naval adventure tells the story of death as the only victor in 1806. Four months since the resounding victory over the combined Franco-Spanish fleet at Trafalgar,...

Tom Wood's A Time to Die is a gripping thriller that combines the best of espionage and action genres. When an unlikely ally joins forces with the enigmatic Victor, a man with a troubled past, to...

Assassin-for-hire Victor is in Bucharest, Romania, to kill two targets meeting to exchange stolen intelligence his client wants back. However, he soon discovers that the second target is a former...

The Theology of Hugh of St Victor An Interpretation by Boyd Taylor Coolman explores the spiritual reforming practices developed by Hugh of St Victor in early 12th-century Paris. This study reveals...

The Victors by Max Hennessy In the midst of World War I, Martin Falconer struggles to find his place in the changing world of aerial warfare. Grounded in England, he must navigate the complexities of...

Station VICTOR: A Secret War in Berkshire During World War II, a small village in Berkshire was transformed into a top-secret communication centre. Station VICTOR, established by the American OSS in...

A gripping thriller about two sisters fighting for control in a world of violence and betrayal. In Guatemala City, bodies pile up as the US Drug Enforcement Agency struggles to stop the conflict. One...

The Victor is the fourth book in the Song of the Eye Stone series. In this epic saga, friendship and longing are put to the test as Miranda and Syrsa embark on their final journey to destroy the...

Victor Pasmore Towards a New Reality explores a pivotal period in British art history, spanning from 1930 to 1960. This publication delves into the transformation of Victor Pasmore's artistic style,...

Building on the success of its predecessor, Victor's Adventures in Spain 2: The Adventure Continues offers a comprehensive learning experience. This parallel text and audio workbook combines to...

Tom Wood's The Final Hour is a gripping Victor thriller that turns expectations on their head. Former CIA agent Antonio Alvarez has been tracking a notorious hitman for years, but when the killer...

First published in English, this volume presents a vivid impression of Hugh of Saint-Victor, a renowned twelfth-century writer and teacher. His influence was felt throughout Europe during his...

Victor Willing Visions by John McEwen and Victoria Howarth is a comprehensive monograph on the life and work of this influential painter. First published in 2019, the book marks a major retrospective...

The latest instalment in the New Victor Thriller series is a violent, stylish and fast-moving action thriller. Victor, a skilled assassin, is now in servitude to the Russian Mafia, seeking to make...

The Electrical Affairs of Dr. Victor Franklin by Catherine Stein is a captivating tale of love, science, and suspense. When Mary Clay, a brilliant scientist and Victor's former collaborator, demands...

The Music Lesson: A Spiritual Search for Growth Through Music Victor L. Wooten's inspiring parable explores the transformative power of music, revealing that the gifts we receive from music mirror...

Bass Workshop: The Language of Music and How to Speak It Victor Wooten's Bass Workshop is a comprehensive guide to music education, offering a unique approach to understanding the language of music...

The History of the Vandal Persecution by Victor of Vita. In the fifth century, the territories of the Roman Empire in the West were occupied by various peoples, one of whom was the Vandal nation...

The Negro Motorist Green-Book 1940 Facsimile Edition Published in 1940, this facsimile edition of Victor H. Green's groundbreaking guide provides a unique glimpse into the experiences of...

Hugh of Saint Victor: A Comprehensive Introduction to His Theology Born in Saxony in 1096, Hugh went on to become an Augustinian monk and later the head of the monastery at Saint Victor in Paris. His...

A riveting account of the great expeditions to Antarctica's South Pole, An Empire of Ice presents a fascinating new take on Antarctic exploration. Published to coincide with the centenary of the...

Victor Hugo was a literary icon whose work continues to captivate audiences worldwide. This biography offers a concise yet comprehensive exploration of his life and writing, shedding light on the...

Víctor Jara's lyrics bring to life the struggles and passions of a legendary Chilean singer-songwriter. This collection, for the first time in both Spanish and English, features some of his most...

The Lesser Evil: The Diaries of Victor Klemperer 1945-1959 A powerful and deeply personal account of life in Germany after World War II, these diaries offer a unique insight into the experiences of a...

This 2-in-1 book is perfect for those who love animal rescues and dark rainforests. It tells the story of a tamarin going missing, while also introducing readers to the fascinating world of...

A Little-Known History: The Green Book In the 1930s, a Black postal worker from Harlem created a travel guide to help African Americans stay safe while traveling during segregation. Victor Hugo...

Victor Vacuum's quiet life is under threat as Ray Zor seeks to destroy his reputation. Will his friends reach out in support or turn their backs?This fourth book in the Beyond The Hill series...

The Conquest of Bread With an Excerpt from Comrade Kropotkin by Peter Kropotkin and Victor Robinson This 1892 work by Peter Kropotkin outlines his vision for a future society based on liberty,...

The Worlds of Victor Sassoon Bombay, London, Shanghai, 1918-1941 by Rosemary Wakeman explores the lives of three cities - Bombay, London, and Shanghai - as they underwent significant changes in the...

Victor Burgin's work spans over five decades, connecting with and reacting to various art movements such as minimalism, conceptual art, staged photography, appropriation art, video art, and...