1557 results for 'Smedley, Agnes'

War is a Racket Original 1935 Edition by Smedley D. Butler is a hard-hitting critique of the war industry. Retired Major General Butler exposes the true nature of war, revealing how it benefits a...

Agnes Martin: Independence of Mind presents a fresh look at the enigmatic painter whose life and work have inspired audiences across many fields and disciplines. This collection of essays by living...

The Human Argument is the first publication of Agnes Denes's collected writings. Denes, a pioneer of both the environmental art movement and Conceptual art, has explored a wide range of subjects,...

Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire is a groundbreaking journey tracing America's path to global power and its lasting legacies. The book tells the...

Agnes and the Hen by Elle Rowley is a heartwarming story about an unlikely friendship between Agnes, a Great Dane, and Rosie, a hen who loves to be different. On a farm where the hens do everything...

The Smedleys' secret life as football ninjas is about to be revealed. To the outside world, they appear like an ordinary family, but in reality, they are a daredevil team of crime-solving athletes...

Agnes knows she's at home before she even opens her eyes in the morning. The sounds and smells of the apartment building swirl around her - she always knows what everyone is up to. But being the only...

Agnes Grey is a poignant coming-of-age story from Anne Brontë's own experiences as a governess. After facing adversity and hardship, Agnes seeks to redeem her lost honour in the eyes of those who...

Agnes Grey, written by Anne Brontë, is a novel that explores the experiences of a young woman working as a governess in 19th century England. Based on the author's own life, the story follows Agnes...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë explores the challenges faced by women in Victorian society through the story of a young woman forced to work as a governess after her father's financial ruin. This powerful...

Agnes Day's life has been one of quiet desperation. A sub editor in suburban limbo, she struggles to make sense of the world around her. Now, as she faces a serious illness, Agnes is forced to...

Agnes Grey is a novel that explores the life of its titular character, Agnes, as she navigates her role as a governess in Victorian England. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes takes on this...

Agnes Grey, Anne Brontë's first novel, tells the story of its title character, a young girl who works as a governess for families of the English gentry. Based on her own experiences, Brontë depicts...

The Adventures of Agnes: Wartime Nursing in Bulgaria, Poland, Persia and Russia 1912-1919By Tom Fowke, published by YouCaxton Publications in 2021, this book tells the story of Agnes Greg's...

House of Agnes is a powerful play about family, identity and legacy. After forty years of building a life in London, Agnes is preparing to retire and move back to Ghana, leaving her sons to navigate...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of middle-class social behavior and the challenges faced by young governesses in Victorian England. Drawing on...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë In 19th-century England, becoming a governess was a respectable career option for unmarried women. For Agnes Grey, it meant contributing to her family's income and asserting...

Agnes Martin: A Groundbreaking Survey This critically acclaimed monograph provides an in-depth account of Agnes Martin's artistic career, spanning from her early experimental works to her iconic...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a poignant and powerful novel about a young woman's struggle to find her place in society. Born into a family of modest means, Agnes sets out to prove herself as a...

Agnes Finnie: A Case of Unusual Proportions In 17th-century Edinburgh, Agnes Finnie's arrest sparked a lengthy and complex trial that defied the usual norms for witch hunts. Mary W. Craig delves into...

A psychiatrist is summoned to a convent to assess the sanity of a novice accused of murdering her newborn. Dr. Martha Livingstone's investigation is complicated by the Mother Superior's determination...

Agnes Pelton: A Spiritually Inspired Visionary In 1932, Agnes Pelton settled in California's desert landscape, where she would spend the remainder of her life. Her paintings, imbued with spiritual...

Agnes Pelton Desert Transcendentalist is the first complete survey of an underrecognized American modernist in over two decades. This book sheds light on the remarkable influence of Agnes Pelton,...

A young woman's body is discovered in Newcastle Central Station, sparking an investigation that will lead to more brutal murders. Agnes Lockwood becomes entangled in the case when another stabbing...

Agnes Trout is drawn into a new missing person case when an old friend asks for her help in finding his aunt, who vanished over eighty years ago. As she delves deeper into the mystery, human bones...

A year they'll never forget. Ten-year-old Frederika doesn't have much faith that her new teacher will last very long. Most teachers who come to their one-room schoolhouse leave at the first smell of...

Agnes Grey is a deeply personal novel that explores the often isolating and emotionally challenging conditions faced by governesses in 19th-century England. Written from the author's own experiences,...

Agnes Grey, a beautifully bound edition from Macmillan Collector's Library, offers a poignant portrayal of life as a governess in 19th-century England. Anne Brontë draws on her own experiences to...

Rockhaven Sanitarium: The Legacy of Agnes Richards by Elisa Jordan In 1923, registered nurse Agnes Richards opened Rockhaven Sanitarium in the Crescenta Valley, a haven for those seeking mental...

Agnes Berry-Clay's life at Windmarsh Court is one of luxury and comfort, but beneath its polished surface, she faces growing unease. Given away as a baby by her real mother, Agnes has been raised by...

The Star Garden: A Novel of Sarah Agnes PrineNancy E. Turner's latest novel continues the extraordinary story of pioneer woman Sarah Agnes Prine, as she struggles to make a home in the Arizona...

Agnes Morrogh-Bernard's remarkable story is one of hope and resilience in the face of adversity. In 1892, she established Foxford Woollen Mills, a pioneering enterprise that has endured to this day,...

The OS Explorer Map: Redruth and St Agnes Get the most out of your time in the countryside with this detailed folding map of Redruth and St Agnes. Ideal for walkers, horse riders, and off-road...

Agnes and the Sheep is a charming picture book about a Great Dane who tries to keep three mischievous sheep out of trouble. When the sheep escape, Agnes must find a way to stop them. This engaging...

Agnes Varda: A Cultural Historian of Film and Art. This book offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of Agnes Varda, one of the most influential filmmakers of her generation. By examining her...

Agnes Sharp and the Trip of a Lifetime is the latest instalment in Leonie Swann's popular cosy crime series. Fans of Richard Osman will enjoy this engaging mystery that keeps readers guessing until...

Agnes Varda: A Film Career in Context Alison Smith offers a comprehensive analysis of Agnès Varda's film career, spanning over four decades. This study examines both her early films and later...

Agnes Heller: A Moralist in the Vortex of History by John Grumley is an introduction to the thought of one of the leading thinkers from the tradition of critical theory. Heller's intellectual range...

Agnes Martin's Night Sea (1963) is a large canvas of hand-drawn rectangular grids painted in luminous blue and gold. This illustrated study presents the painting as a work by an artist who was also a...

Agnes Martin: Her Life and Art explores the life and work of this influential artist. Spanning fifty years, Martin's career was marked by periods of intense creativity and personal struggle. From her...

Agnes Blannbekin's spiritual diary offers a unique glimpse into the daily life and practices of a female mystic in 15th-century Europe. Her visions, which she describes as "street mysticism", reflect...

Agnes's Jacket: A Psychologist's Search for the Meanings of Madness by Gail A. Hornstein. In a groundbreaking work, Dr. Gail A. Hornstein explores the vast gulf between medical explanations of...

Lamia, Isabella, The Eve of St Agnes and Other PoemsPublished in the summer of 1820, this collection of poetry marks the culmination of John Keats' creative output. Written in a burst of genius in...

The Nursing Sisters of World War I: A Gruelling Sacrifice In the midst of war, the Canadian Army Nursing Service faced unimaginable challenges. Nurses worked tirelessly at Casualty Clearing Houses,...

Agnes Martin's early work has long been overshadowed by her iconic grid paintings. This groundbreaking study by Christina Bryan Rosenberger sheds new light on Martin's formative years, revealing the...

Sarah's Quilt: A Novel of Sarah Agnes Prine and the Arizona Territories, 1906 by Nancy E. Turner. In this long-awaited sequel to These Is My Words, Sarah Agnes Prine returns to face new challenges in...

Sarah Agnes Prine begins her diary in 1881, documenting the challenges and hardships faced by her family as they embark on a perilous journey from Arizona Territory to Texas. As the only thing that...

John Keats' poem "The Eve of St. Agnes" is a masterpiece of Romantic literature, comprising 42 Spenserian stanzas that showcase his skill as a poet. Written in 1819 and first published in 1820, it...

The Burton Agnes Disaster: A Forgotten Wartime Rail Tragedy Which Killed Twelve Innocent Men On an autumn day in 1947, a tragic event occurred at a level crossing in Yorkshire. A truck carrying...

Agnes Sharp's household, a gathering of elderly individuals, receives an unexpected visit from the police. A discovery next door sparks both concern and relief, as the group's own secrets are...

This Is My Words: The Diary of Sarah Agnes Prine, 1881-1901A poignant and powerful American saga inspired by the author's own family memoirs, this diary chronicles the life of Sarah Prine, a woman...

The Macdonald sisters formed an extraordinary family bond, uniting four remarkable women: Alice, Georgiana, Agnes, and Louisa. As wives and mothers, they created a single family with some of the most...

Agnes, Bea, Cancer and Me: Life with a Breast Cancer Diagnosis is a deeply personal and moving true story of strength and resilience. Helen Bullen's honest account shares her struggles, fears, and...

Agnes, the Giant and the Bridge is an engaging story that aligns with the phonics learning from Year 1, Summer 1, Week 6 of Essential Letters and Sounds. This Oxford Reading Level 6 title allows...

Agnès Sorel: Mistress of Beauty by HRH Princess Michael of Kent is a captivating tale of love, duty and loyalty set in 15th-century France. As a trusted confidant to the Queen of Four Kingdoms, Agnès...

Agnès Varda Interviews by Agnès Varda This collection of interviews offers a unique insight into the life and work of Agnès Varda, a pioneering filmmaker who defied conventions to create some of the...

The unexamined life is not worth living, according to the ancient Greek philosopher Socrates. Yet, we often speak of 'the Socratic method' without truly understanding its demands. In Open Socrates,...

General Smedley Butler's book "War is a Racket" presents a provocative argument about the nature of warfare and its consequences. A marine general with extensive military experience, Butler draws on...

Agnès Varda: Resistance and Eclecticism explores the life's work of a pioneering French filmmaker. Delphine Bénézet examines Varda's films as a whole, uncovering overlooked gems like Mur,...

Agnès Varda: A Radical Legacy in Film and Art The life and work of Agnès Varda, a pioneering filmmaker and artist, is re-examined in this collection of essays. From her early days as a photographer...

According to the world's only completely accurate book of prophecies, written in 1655, before its author exploded, the world will end on a Saturday. Next Saturday, in fact. Just before dinner.The...

US Marine Corps Major General Smedley Butler was a decorated soldier with a storied career, but perhaps his most significant act was revealing the true beneficiaries of war. In his influential...

The Creation of the French Royal Mistress From Agnès Sorel to Madame Du Barry By Tracy Adams and Christine Adams This study explores the emergence and development of the position of French royal...

Published in 1820, this collection of poems by John Keats is a unified and multi-dimensional work that explores the theme of melancholy. A detailed study of the anthology considers it as a whole,...

Daughter of Earth by Agnes Smedley is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the complexities of activism and identity in early twentieth-century America. This groundbreaking work, first...

The Complete Poetry of John Keats brings together some of the most celebrated works of the English Romantic poet. This collection features odes, sonnets, and other poems that showcase Keats' unique...

The Last Drop: Solving the World's Water Crisis By Tim Smedley A sobering and scholarly investigation into the world's next great climate crisis, water scarcity is already driving the first waves of...

Lamia (Complete Edition) is a masterful narrative poem by John Keats, exploring the tension between reality and the sublime through rich, sensuous language and vivid imagery. The poem tells the...

Living from the Inside Out by Claire Smedley is a thought-provoking exploration of our relationship with life. It challenges the idea that we are passive victims of circumstance, instead offering an...

Soul Angels by Jenny Smedley is a thought-provoking exploration of the connection between past lives and our present-day experiences. This book delves into the realm of angelic guidance, revealing...

The Last Drop: Solving the World's Water Crisis By Tim Smedley Pan Macmillan, 2024 Water scarcity is a pressing global issue, driving climate refugees and threatening ecological and human survival...

Agnes is a young girl from an aristocratic family who struggles to find her place in the world. After her mother's death, she is raised by her stern father's old servant, Mary Piplin. However, when...

A modern gothic mystery from two-time Mary Higgins Clark Award-winner Carol Goodman. Agnes Corey, a junior editor at a small independent publisher, has been hired to transcribe the sequel to Veronica...

The Chisellers by Brendan O'Carroll is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of family life. Three years have passed since Redser's passing, and Agnes Browne continues to navigate the ups and downs of...

A mysterious corpse is discovered in the walls of a bomb shelter, and Agnes Kinghof's investigation sets off a chain of events that lead to further sinister threats. As she delves deeper into the...

A poignant and thought-provoking novella about love, loss, and self-discovery. When Agnes made a promise to her girlfriend Ellie, she thought it would last forever. But life had other plans, and now...

Agnes and Bertha, two students at Mount Holyoke College, are shrouded in mystery. Their unusual dresses, scholarly pursuits, and intimate friendship set them apart from their peers. But when Bertha...

Agnes Peppin's life has been forever changed by her banishment from home. In 1535, she is forced to leave behind the only family she has ever known and take up residence within the walls of...

Flavian, Viscount Ponsonby, has found himself in a precarious situation. His former fiancée's desertion has left him reeling, and he's desperate to escape the pain. In a moment of impulsiveness, he...

Agnes Kaposi's remarkable story is one of survival and resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Born in Hungary just before the outbreak of World War II, she was forced to endure the...

War Is A Racket: With The War Prayer and The Complaint of Peace by Smedley D Butler A military hero with two Medals of Honour, Major General Smedley D Butler challenges the conventional wisdom about...

Agnes Evans' life is forever changed when she discovers her sister Tilly's Dungeons & Dragons notebook. As Agnes delves into the world that was her sister's refuge, she embarks on a journey of...

Agnes Barton is a force to be reckoned with in Tadium, MI. At 72 years young, she drives a red hot Mustang and shops at Victoria's Secret, defying expectations of her age group. When a murder from 43...

A luminous reimagining of Cinderella's story is told from the perspective of Agnes, her "evil" stepmother. In this fresh take, the true story behind the cruel rumors about Princess Cinderella's...

The Book of Fires by Jane Borodale is a gripping historical novel that tells the story of Agnes Trussel's journey to redemption. After being forced into an unwanted pregnancy, Agnes flees her rural...

Agnes Hathaway and William Shakespeare's life together is one of powerful but hidden impulses. In 1582, they create a family in Warwickshire, with Agnes as a natural healer and William as the Latin...

Agnes and Attie are back in their third adventure as AGENTS OF THE WILD. This time, they're off to the Sahara Desert to rescue rare baby animals from illegal wildlife traders. A distress call from an...

Bo Dickinson has a reputation that precedes her - one of wildness and rebellion. But she's not alone in her struggles. Agnes Atwood is bound by rules meant to protect her, but she's never quite sure...

The Old Reliable by P. G. Wodehouse is a witty and satirical comedy that pokes fun at the excesses of Hollywood's golden age. When Adela Cork inherits her late friend Carmen Flores' house, she hopes...

In 1580s England, life goes on despite the ever-present threat of the Black Death. A young Latin tutor, struggling to make ends meet and facing bullying from his father, finds love with an...

For Mattie Markham, sixth grade is hard enough without worrying about making new friends. But when she meets her next-door neighbour and classmate Agnes, she begins to think that maybe she was silly...

Clearing the Air has been shortlisted for the Royal Society Insight Investment Science Book Prize. This book tells the full story of air pollution for the first time, exploring its causes and...

Agnes Brown's A to Y of Everything is a humorous guide to modern life from one of Ireland's most beloved comedians. In this lighthearted encyclopaedia, Agnes shares her unique perspective on...

London, 1927, holds secrets within its walls. For Miss Agnes Humphries, the decision to make is a crucial one: who will be her new lodger? Will it be Clara, with her glamorous world of London's...

Three Came Home tells the true story of Agnes Keith's experience as a prisoner of war in Borneo during World War II. In 1942, she was captured by the Japanese and imprisoned with her two-year-old...

Agnes Cavanaugh has always struggled to make ends meet since her family's arrival in Ireland. When she sees an opportunity to earn money by selling cheese at the local market, she begins working with...

Agnes Makepeace has always been courageous and strong-minded. Her life is marked by a sense of mystery, one that she's determined to uncover. She sets her sights on Judge Zachary Spencer, the husband...

Sugar, Baby follows Agnes, a young woman struggling to find direction in her life. She feels trapped by her mundane routine and longs for excitement. When she meets Emily, a model with a luxurious...

The Lost House: A Novel by Melissa Larsen In this gripping novel, a young woman returns to her ancestral home in Iceland to investigate a decades-old murder that has haunted her family for years...

Black Thorn is a gripping thriller that delves into the dark secrets and lies that can destroy even the most idyllic communities. In the exclusive new housing development of Blackthorn Ashes, six...