2112 results for 'Steel, Piers'

The British have always had a special affinity for the seaside and piers are the epitome of the British seaside. This book takes you on a clockwise tour of our islands, stopping at every pier and...

A comprehensive guide to William Langland's masterpiece, A Companion to Piers Plowman offers an in-depth exploration of this fourteenth-century poem. Drawing on the expertise of internationally...

The Architecture of British Seaside Piers by Fred Gray is a fascinating exploration of the unique and often extraordinary seaside piers that dot the British coast. From their origins as simple...

Katie Morag and the New Pier by Mairi Hedderwick is a heartwarming story about change and tradition. A new pier is being built on the island, bringing excitement and anticipation for the community...

A chilling exploration of grief and a dark suspense thriller, The Woman on the Pier is a gripping novel by B P Walter. When a mother's daughter is murdered, she becomes obsessed with the boy who...

Piers the Ploughman, written by an unknown minor cleric in the late fourteenth century, is a foundational work of English literature. Its enduring popularity stems from its vivid portrayal of...

William Langland's 14th-century poem Piers Plowman is a rich and complex work that defies easy summary. This translation, skillfully rendered by Donaldson, brings the alliterative verse to life with...

One Hundred Piers brings together 100 beautiful paintings that capture the essence and individual stories of these iconic structures.The collection showcases the evolution of piers from their origins...

Pier Paolo Pasolini: Performing Authorship explores the complex relationship between artistic expression and societal oppression. Gian Maria Annovi examines how Pier Paolo Pasolini's work, including...

Piers the Ploughman's Crede is an important work in the knowledge base of civilization. Written by William Langland, it has been selected for its cultural significance and is now in the public domain...

The Road To Clevedon Pier is the first anthology from Hedgehog Poetry Press, showcasing the winning and highly commended poems from its competition. This collection brings together a diverse range of...

Discover the charm of Britain's seaside piers with this comprehensive guidebook and logbook. Visit Britains Seaside Piers A Heritage Hunter Guide takes you on a journey to 61 piers in England, Wales,...

George Orwell's groundbreaking investigation into England's working class in the 1930s led him to write The Road to Wigan Pier. In this seminal work, Orwell delves into the lives of coal miners and...

Piers of the Homeless NightA collection of vivid snapshots from the life of an American writer, capturing the essence of his human experience.This book is part of Penguin Modern's celebration of its...

The Road to Wigan Pier by George Orwell In 1930s northern England, George Orwell embarked on an investigation into the lives of the working class. Commissioned by a left-wing book club, he delved...

Along The Pier! A Concertina Book for All Ages by Louise Lockhart is a vibrant and nostalgic celebration of seaside shops and their unique charm.This 10-panel concertina book features a striking...

The Little Café at the End of the Pier is a heartwarming collection of novellas that explores love and connection in unexpected ways.When Jo takes over her grandparents' little café at the end of the...

Mark Haddon's latest collection of short stories offers a searingly imaginative and emotionally taut exploration of human connection. In "The Pier Falls" and other tales, Haddon weaves together...

Reading Piers Plowman offers a scholarly guide to this magnificent medieval poem. William Langland's fourteenth-century masterpiece explores society in its totality while delving into heady ideas...

George Orwell's autobiographical novel, The Road to Wigan Pier, offers a candid and insightful look at his life during a period of significant personal change. In 1936, Orwell left his job at the...

William Langland's Piers Plowman is an epic study of the human quest for truth, justice, and community. Written in response to the social crisis following the Black Plague, this poem remains...

Pier Giorgio Frassati was a young man from an aristocratic Italian family who turned his life of privilege into one devoted to serving the poor. Despite being discouraged by his parents, he secretly...

Pier Giorgio Frassati's life was marked by adventure and friendship, yet he yearned for something more. Born into a wealthy family in Turin at the start of the 20th century, Pier Giorgio seemed to...

George Orwell's The Road to Wigan Pier is a powerful and unflinching account of life in the industrial heartlands of Yorkshire and Lancashire in the 1930s. Written with unblinking honesty and fury,...

The Road to Wigan Pier by George OrwellThis non-fiction work documents Orwell's sociological investigations into the living conditions of the working class in the industrial north of England during...

William Langland's Piers Plowman is a masterpiece of medieval literature, offering a profound exploration of the social and religious landscape of the time. This Norton Critical Edition presents the...

The Pier Head is a story about a man who has built a life in post-war Britain, but his secrets are about to be uncovered. A new presence in his life brings him face to face with the past he thought...

The Road to Wigan Pier by George OrwellA searing account of life in the industrial north of England during the 1930s, this book reveals the stark contrasts between the lives of those who worked in...

Strangers on a Pier Portrait of a Family by Tash Aw is a captivating personal history that explores the cultural vitality of modern Asia through the author's own complicated family story. Through a...

At seventy-five, Terry and Monica Darlington had done everything they could think of doing. But in their Midlands canal town in November, life was looking dull and short on surprises. Then their...

Sex, death, political passion are the simple objects to which Pier Paolo Pasolini gives his elegiac heart. A poet and writer of great distinction, Pasolini was also an outspoken and original voice in...

Wigan Pier: The Facts and Fictions of an Enduring Music Hall Joke by John Hannavy explores the origins and evolution of this iconic British comedy routine. The author delves into the history of Wigan...

Pier Groups: Art and Sex Along the New York Waterfront explores the intersection of avant-garde art and queer identities in 1970s New York City. This provocative book weaves together interviews,...

Pier Angeli: A Fragile Life is the first full-length biography of actress Anna Maria Pierangeli, from her early life in Italy to her death at the age of 39. Born into a traditional Italian family,...

A chilling threat to her niece's safety sets DI Louise Blackwell on a perilous path. When a local school is targeted by a bomb threat, Blackwell finds herself entangled in her most personal case yet...

William Langland's Piers Plowman is a masterpiece of English Middle Ages poetry that encapsulates the great issues and debates of the 14th century. This poem vividly captures cataclysmic events such...

The Road to Wigan PierA searing account of life in the industrial heartlands of Yorkshire and Lancashire in the 1930s, this book is a powerful exploration of the social and economic conditions of...

Flora Steele's amateur sleuthing skills are put to the test in this captivating cozy mystery novel. When a young woman's body is discovered on the pier, Flora is shocked to learn that the victim was...

The Road to Wigan Pier by George OrwellThis 1937 study of poverty and working-class life in northern England established Orwell as Britain's foremost political and social commentator. It remains...

The Waffle House on the Pier is a heartwarming romantic comedy about a family-run business and the power of love. When Sadie's grandfather passes away, she returns to her hometown to help keep the...

The Road to Wigan Pier is an unflinching account of life in poverty and deprivation during the 1930s. George Orwell's vivid descriptions bring to life the harsh realities of working-class life,...

This story is about a girl who sits in her bedroom looking out at the harbour. She remembers how it looks when a storm arrives and the walk across the pier to the lighthouse can be very dangerous...

A beautifully crafted memoir of childhood, told in prose and verse. Margaret Royall's story is a poignant portrait of growing up by the seaside, set against the stunning backdrop of Cleethorpes Pier...

George Orwell's The Road to Wigan Pier is a powerful and thought-provoking account of his experiences in the economically depressed north of England in the mid-1930s. In 1936, Orwell was tasked with...

Pier Paolo Pasolini's poetry offers a unique window into his artistic vision and creative range. Spanning nearly two decades, this collection brings together poems from every period of Pasolini's...

The Secret Beast Club: the Mer-People of Crystal Pier By Robin Birch A mysterious necklace has been found in Liverpool, claiming to belong to a real mer-person. Ocean Jones, owner of a local...

The Road to Wigan Pier by George Orwell is an insightful exploration of the socio-political landscape of the working class in England's industrial north during the years leading up to World War II...

Piers Plowman: A New Translation of the B-text is a rich and imaginative poem that offers a vivid picture of medieval society. Written by William Langland, this work remains of enduring interest for...

A comedy about five women who inherit a dilapidated theatre and plan to restore it to its former glory. Their ambitious fundraising scheme involves hosting a concert featuring local talent and a...

George Orwell's searing account of working-class life in 1930s Yorkshire and Lancashire remains a powerful polemic today. His vivid descriptions of social injustice, cramped housing, and hazardous...

Kevin J Lynch's memoir takes readers on a journey through his 38-year career in diplomacy, spanning over 66 countries. From the confines of an office to the thrill of globetrotting adventures, Lynch...

Pier Paolo Pasolini's films are widely regarded as some of the most innovative of the 20th century. However, his approach to art was more complex and multifaceted than is often acknowledged. Ara H...

The Honest Guide to Successful Pier and Coastal Fishing is a practical guide for anyone looking to improve their fishing skills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, this book provides...

Fictions of Youth by Simona Bondavalli is a comprehensive study of adolescence as an aesthetic and ideological category in Pier Paolo Pasolini's work. This book explores how Pasolini's...

Death on the Pier is a delightful murder mystery set in 1933 at The Palace Pier Theatre in Brighton. When Bertie Carroll's leading lady is shot and killed on stage, he turns real-life detective to...

George Orwell's graphic account of working life in England's industrial North during the 1930s Great Depression is a harrowing and unflinching portrayal of poverty, unemployment, and social injustice...

Christopher Steele's latest book offers a searing new report on the threat posed by Putin and Trump to democracy, based on alarming intelligence exposed for the first time.As a British diplomat and...

After receiving a heart transplant, Elin Summerall begins experiencing flashbacks and vivid dreams that suggest her donor was murdered. As she delves into the mystery, she attracts unwanted attention...

George Orwell's Non-Fiction Collection This collection of three memoirs provides an essential introduction to the thought and writing of George Orwell. After deciding to become a writer, Orwell lived...

William Langland's Piers Plowman is a masterpiece of medieval English literature, presented here in a parallel-text edition that offers unparalleled insight into the poet's work.This three-volume set...

Brighton 1930: Maureen O'Connell's life is about to change forever. Her family is on the brink of tragedy, war is looming and the world will never be the same again. As she blossoms into a young...

Bertie Carroll, a renowned playwright of the 1930s, finds himself at the centre of a real-life murder mystery when an actress is shot and killed during one of his performances. As he teams up with...

Down and Out in Paris and London is a powerful and thought-provoking account of the author's experiences living among the working poor in two of Europe's most troubled cities. In the 1930s, Orwell...

Joseph Pilates's life story is a remarkable tale of reinvention and perseverance. From a young age, he was driven to create a new way of exercising, one that would help people of all ages and...

Travel back to the land where human history was first recorded, the "land between the rivers." DK Eyewitness Mesopotamia takes you on a journey through the first cities, states, and empires that rose...

Wake Up Why the World Has Gone Nuts by Piers MorganThe world is in a state of turmoil, and it's time to take a step back and re-evaluate our values. In this book, Piers Morgan argues that we've lost...

Becca Roberts heads home to Brighton in search of a fresh start after an injury derails her dream of becoming a professional dancer. When a dance teacher position becomes available at the Starlight...

Steel Girls at War by Michelle Rawlins As the war rages on, the Steel Girls face their own battles at home. Summer 1940 brings new challenges for Patty, who feels forgotten on her 18th birthday...

Christmas Hope for the Steel Girls by Michelle Rawlins As the winter of 1939 approaches, the Steel Girls face their first Christmas without a loved one. For Nancy, the task of keeping her children's...

The Nerves of Steele: The Phil Steele Story is a deeply personal and uplifting account of one man's struggle with depression, anxiety, and tragedy. Phil Steele's life has been marked by both triumph...

The Stainless Steel Rat Is Born, The Stainless Steel Rat Gets Drafted and The Stainless Steel Rat Sings the Blues are three classic science fiction novels by Harry Harrison. These books bring...

Steel Girls in the Blitz is a heartwarming and dramatic World War II saga that explores the resilience and camaraderie of communities during one of the darkest periods in history. Against the...

The Steel GirlsWhen war breaks out, friendship becomes the backbone of survival. In this heartwarming story, four women from different walks of life come together to support each other through the...

Complex Steel Structures: Non-orthogonal Geometries in Building with SteelThis comprehensive guide explores innovative steel structures that challenge traditional design approaches. Featuring iconic...

UltraLight Steel: A Global Collaboration for Innovation A unique collaboration between diverse steel companies from around the world led to major technological breakthroughs in Advanced High Strength...

The Steel Claw: Reign of the Brain by Tom Tully is a collection of two sci-fi stories originally published in the comic Valiant between 1963 and 1964. This reprint features the stunning, realistic...

The Steele Riders MC Novel by C. M. Steele is a gripping romance and suspense story that follows Garrett "Boomer" Steele, the President of the motorcycle club he leads with discipline and dedication...

Dragons rule the world, exerting their influence in every aspect of human life. But Kristen Hall is about to disrupt this balance. As she discovers her true nature, she finds herself at the forefront...

Abigail Storm faces her most formidable foe in Crossed Steele, the second installment in the Storm Series. Haunted by her traumatic past and struggling with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Abi is...

Sacred Steel Inside an African American Steel Guitar Tradition explores the unique musical tradition that has been part of worship in two related churches since the 1930s. Robert L. Stone delves into...

Rena's plan to steal back a spaceship and earn her freedom has gone awry. Instead, she finds herself in the possession of cyborgs, who will stop at nothing to claim her as their own. Steel, one of...

Steel is a man who takes what he wants when he wants it. He's never denied anything in his life. But there's one woman who seems to be out of reach - Eloise, with her need for pain and control in her...

Hearts of Steel by Jim Carter explores the Royal Navy's transformation from the end of World War I to the Battle of Crete in May 1941. This period saw significant losses and victories, as the navy...

Steel City: An Illustrated History of Sheffield's Industry Sheffield has long been renowned for its manufacturing prowess, earning it the nickname 'steel city'. This reputation was built on...

This manual provides practical instruction in hand forging of wrought iron, machine steel, and tool steel, as well as drop forging and heat treatment of steel. With years of experience in both...

The Steel Girls on the Home Front by Michelle Rawlins is a heartwarming and authentic saga set against the backdrop of World War II. As the war rages on, three women from the Vickers steelworks...

Sworn in Steel by Douglas Hulick is a fantasy novel that combines elements of assassins, thieves and magic. Praised for its unique talent by bestselling author Brent Weeks, this book offers an...

Hearts of Steel by Jim Carter explores the Royal Navy's transformation from the end of World War I to the Battle of Crete in May 1941. During this period, the navy was at the forefront of the fight...

Bosworth 1485: A Battle of Steel The penultimate battle in the Wars of the Roses, Bosworth Field saw two great dynasties clash on the battlefield. On 22 August 1485, Richard III led the House of York...

Steel Designers' Handbook by Branko E. Gorenc, Ronald Tinyou, and Arun A. Syam is an essential resource for engineers and students alike. This fully revised eighth edition provides a comprehensive...

Steel's Edge by Ilona Andrews is set on the border between two worlds, where magic and reality collide. Charlotte de Ney, a noblewoman with rare healing abilities, seeks refuge in this liminal realm...

Gunner Steel Patriots MC - Book Five by Mary Kennedy is a gripping romance that follows Gunner Michaels, a former Marine with a penchant for motorcycles and food. When he meets Darby Greer at his...

Mark Steel's In Town explores the quirks of small-town life in Britain, celebrating the unique character of places that are often overlooked in favour of homogenised high streets.The author's...

This comprehensive treatise covers the hardening, tempering, annealing, and case-hardening of various steel types, including high-speed, high-carbon, alloy, and low carbon steels. A valuable resource...

DI Geraldine Steel takes on her latest murder investigation in London, but her personal life is complicated by a mysterious birth mother. As she delves deeper into the case, known as 'The Dentist',...

The Stainless Steel Rat is a gripping tale of cunning and deception. Slippery Jim diGriz, known to his enemies as the Stainless Steel Rat, has just pulled off a complex heist, but now faces pursuit...

Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, Man of Honour is a gripping historical adventure that follows Lieutenant Jack Steel as he navigates the treacherous world of war and loyalty.In the...

The end to his story has already been written. Brad Steel made a promise to his wife and children to create a legacy born from his love for them and his desire to protect them from harm. However,...

The Steel Prince Vol. 3: The Rebel Army is the third volume in an all-original comic book adventure series set in the Shades of Magic universe. V.E. Schwab's gripping tale follows the saga begun in...

Tommy Steele: A Life in the Spotlight by Sebastian Lassandro offers an unparalleled insight into the remarkable career of Britain's greatest showman. In 1956, Tommy Steele was discovered playing...