2960 results for 'Sword, Helen'

The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing's Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living This one-volume edition brings together the Nearing's two classic books on rural homesteading, Living the Good Life and...

Helen DeWitt's novel explores the complexities of family life through the story of Sibylla, a single mother struggling to connect with her son Ludo. After a misguided one-night stand, Sibylla's...

Maud is an 88-year-old woman with a sharp tongue and a penchant for mischief. This humorous story collection by Helene Tursten features two previously untranslated tales that showcase Maud's feisty...

Helen is a poignant play about the complex bond between mother and daughter. When her husband passes away, Helen is left to navigate life with her 15-year-old daughter Becca, who has recently lost...

Spark by Helen Hardt Donovan Steel's life is on track, with a promising career and a luxurious downtown loft. However, when his mother, the city attorney, asks him to return to his hometown and work...

Euripides' Helen offers a detailed literary and cultural analysis of this influential play. Written in 2008, this edition provides a comprehensive understanding of Euripides' treatment of Helen and...

Helen and the Grandbees by Alex Morrall is a heartwarming story about a woman who is forced to confront her past when her long-lost daughter returns with questions that she cannot answer. As Helen...

Helen Oxenbury: A Life in Illustration is a beautifully designed and engaging account of the life of renowned English illustrator Helen Oxenbury. Spanning her early childhood through to her...

When Detective Inspector Helen Grace is framed for murder, she becomes one of the country's most high-profile prisoners. HMP Holloway is a place of dark days and long nights with dangers at every...

Helen M Stevens Embroiderer's Countryside is a beautifully illustrated guide to nature-inspired embroidery. Using pure silk threads, Helen brings the natural world to life with stunning realism.This...

A woman's body is found in the road, a tragic accident or a cold-blooded killing? DI Helen Grace is on the scene, and she knows that nothing is as it seems. Across town, a shopkeeper is killed,...

Helen Sloane's Diary is Jeff Lucas' first novel, offering a humorous and poignant read. In this story, Helen is on a mission to help those in her community, but she receives unexpected assistance.As...

This Is Us by Helen McGinn is a heartwarming story about the complexities of life, love, and family. When Stella's husband Simon vanishes without explanation, she must navigate the challenges of...

A literary obsession with a deadly twist. When Helen starts work as a lecturer in English literature, she's hoping for a quiet life. But trouble knows where to find her. Her new students seem...

The Doll's House Di Helen Grace 3 by M. J. Arlidge is a chilling thriller that follows Detective Inspector Helen Grace as she searches for a monster who's killed before. A young woman wakes up in a...

A deeply suggestive and subversive novel about desire and its power to drive us. Helen Trocchi's story follows her journey as she runs away from her past, discovering a world of excitement and...

A new nightmare has descended upon the forest, where the innocent are being hunted and murdered by a faceless figure. The victims are left with only their screams, echoing through the darkness, as...

Helen Keller: A Story of Unbreakable Spirit This biography tells the remarkable story of Helen Keller, who learned to overcome incredible obstacles with the help of her devoted friend Anne Sullivan...

Detective Inspector Helen Grace is at the centre of a gripping thriller. A man from her double life is found dead, and she must uncover the truth behind his murder. As she delves deeper, she...

Helen of Troy is an epic novel that brings to life the complex tale of Helen, a figure at the heart of Greek mythology. Her beauty and immortal heritage make her both enchanting and hazardous,...

Brisees Helen Sear explores ideas of vision, touch and the representation of the nature of experience through a combination of drawing, lens-based media and digital technologies.The work is inspired...

Three raging fires light up the city skies in the fourth DI Helen Grace thriller by M J Arlidge. This is no ordinary firestarter seeking thrills, but a series of careful and calculating acts of...

Helen Keller's life was marked by incredible challenges from a young age. Born deaf and blind, she faced a world of silence and darkness.With the help of her teacher Annie Sullivan, Helen learned to...

The Two Worlds of Helen Duncan by Gena Brealey and Kay Hunter This book tells the true story of Helen Duncan, a woman whose remarkable gifts of clairvoyance and mediumship were overshadowed by...

The Sword Myth and Reality: Technology, History, Fighting, Forging, Movie SwordsExplore the fascinating world of swords in Europe from the 5th century to modern times. This comprehensive guide covers...

Helen Levitt: A Photographic Legacy This new volume in the Photofile series showcases the work of celebrated photographer Helen Levitt. Born in Brooklyn in 1913, Levitt is renowned for her...

The Helene Cixous Reader presents a substantial collection of texts by one of the most creative and brilliant minds of the twentieth century. Spanning twenty years of intellectual thought, this...

A sharp and visceral debut poetry collection reimagines Helen of Troy from Homer's Iliad as a disgruntled housewife in 1990s Tennessee. In this affecting character study, Maria Zoccola explores the...

Dorothy Herrmann's biography of Helen Keller offers a powerful and intimate portrait of a complex woman. This well-proportioned biography rescues its subject from the shackles of sainthood, revealing...

The Memoirs of Helene Kottanner (1439-1440) by Maya Christina Bijvoet Williamson and Helene Kottannerin. In 1440, a remarkable event took place in medieval Hungary. A servant and confidante of Queen...

Brad Steel is deeply in love with Daphne Wade, the woman who will soon become his wife and the mother of his unborn child. Their connection is more than just a union of two people - it's a destiny...

Fiona Kovalenko's family is implicated in the darkest events of the twentieth century, and she must confront the truth about her own past. This is their story, told with a novelist's skill and...

A chilling game of survival and deception unfolds in this gripping thriller. Two people are abducted, imprisoned, and left with a gun, with only one walking away alive. As Detective Helen Grace...

St Helens has a rich and fascinating history that spans over 150 years. This book by Sue Gerrard explores the town's hidden heritage, from its early days as four separate townships to its development...

The Spirit of the Sword: A Comprehensive Guide to Iaido, Kendo, and Test Cutting with the Japanese Sword This landmark book on Japanese swordsmanship offers a unique blend of technical information,...

The Sword of Cartimandua by Griff Hosker is a gripping historical fiction novel that tells the story of the last Queen of the Brigante, Cartimandua. After being rescued by a Roman cavalry unit, her...

Helen Chadwick: The Oval Court by Marina Warner is an illustrated exploration of the artist's 1986 installation. This work showcased Chadwick's characteristic themes, including the female body and...

The Book of the Sword With 293 Illustrations A comprehensive exploration of the sword as both armament and potent symbol, this book spans centuries and cultures. Sir Richard F. Burton's elegant prose...

Helen Levitt was a pioneering street photographer whose work captured the essence of everyday life in New York's poorer neighbourhoods. Her photographs, spanning over six decades, are renowned for...

A 200-year-old mystery unravels in this gripping Dickensian-inspired murder mystery. When literary researcher Helen Oddfellow discovers an old newspaper cutting, she sets out to uncover the truth...

Helen of Troy: Goddess, Princess, Whore by Bettany Hughes For three thousand years, Helen of Troy has been the subject of fascination and controversy. From the earliest poets to modern historians,...

The true story of Helen Roseveare and her remarkable encounter with a hot water bottle in the jungle. In 1971, an orphaned baby girl prayed for God to send a hot water bottle to comfort her, but...

Japanese swords have long been a source of fascination for collectors and enthusiasts. This comprehensive guide delves into the history, manufacture, and preservation of these iconic weapons. The...

Shakespeare's Sword by Alan Judd is a historical crime novella that explores the life and legacy of William Shakespeare. A mysterious sword mentioned in his will sets off a chain of events as an...

The Encomium of Helen (BCP Greek Texts) (English and Greek Edition) This ancient text is thought to have been written by Gorgias as a demonstration piece, showcasing his skills as a sophist,...

Hit the Road Helen! is a humorous retelling of a famous myth. When Paris and Helen decide to hit the road together, it leads to more trouble than they can imagine. But who is entirely to blame? The...

The Samurai Sword: A Handbook provides an in-depth exploration of these iconic blades. This comprehensive guide delves into the history and development of the samurai sword, including its various...

Discover the fascinating history of St Helens in this A-Z tour. From its early days as four townships to its transformation into a centre for innovation and industry, Sue Gerrard reveals the stories...

A city on the brink of chaos, a mother's desperate plea for help, and a detective's determination to uncover the truth. When Naomi's mother turns to Detective Inspector Helen Grace for assistance,...

Truman of St. Helens: The Man and His Mountain tells the story of Harry Truman, a 83-year-old man who owned the Mt. St. Helens Lodge resort on the shores of Spirit Lake. When Mount St. Helens erupted...

Swords of the North collects some of Robert E. Howard's finest tales of Sword and Sorcery, featuring legendary heroes such as Conan the Cimmerian and Kull, the king of Valusia.Also included in this...

The Sword in the Age of Chivalry by Ewart Oakeshott is a comprehensive history and typology of European knightly swords from approximately 1050 to 1550. This authoritative study draws on evidence...

A Woman of the Sword is an epic fantasy told from the perspective of Lidae, a woman whose life is defined by war and her unyielding sword. As she navigates the brutal realities of conflict, Lidae's...

A chilling ghost story that explores family tensions and sibling relationships is presented in this novel by Mary Downing Hahn. Molly and her brother Michael are wary of their stepsister Heather, who...

Detailed single-handed sword fighting and buckler-wielding instruction based on Medieval combat manuals, with step-by-step guide to multiple fighting stances and methods. This book provides a...

Detective Helen Grace faces her own dark compulsions in this twisty new thriller from M. J. Arlidge. A killer has struck and a man is dead, breaching the sanctuary of the city's nightlife where...

The Twelve Rules of the Sword by Ito Ittosai is a foundational text for understanding traditional Japanese sword arts and Kendo. Written in the 16th century, this translation presents the philosophy...

Swords in the Shadows brings together twenty-one stories that challenge the boundaries between fantasy and horror. This anthology delves into dark magic, terrifying creatures, and forbidden...

Kurikara: The Sword and the Serpent is a comprehensive guide to Japanese sword practice and its spiritual underpinnings. Written by martial artist John Evans, this book explores the eight basic...

Your quest for the Sword of Life leads into the domain of Death, where the True Magi are gathering their powers. The moment of their reincarnation is at hand, but one thing can stop them from...

A Brief History of Helen of Troy by Mark Schultz is an unsettling examination of complacency culture and the politics of beauty. Inspired by Euripides, this novel reimagines ancient themes in...

Detailed single-handed sword fighting techniques are explained in this comprehensive guide, based on historical evidence from 13th-century combat manuals. The book covers multiple fighting stances...

The straight two-edged knightly sword of the European middle ages is a subject of intense fascination. This study, spanning over 40 years of research, explores its origins, development and use from...

The Silver Sword is an unforgettable adventure story set against the backdrop of World War II. When Ruth, Edek and Bronia lose their parents in the chaos of war, they are left alone to fend for...

Helen Keller's inspirational quotes offer a profound insight into her life and philosophy. This collection of over 700 quotes covers a wide range of topics, from optimism and friendship to nature,...

Sword and the Thistle is a historical drama that tells the story of clan MacKay in 13th-century Scotland. In this epic tale, the MacKays face a hostile monarch who declares them outlaws, threatening...

Grandma Loves You! is a heartwarming story about the joy of welcoming a new baby to the family. In this special book, Grandma Bunny shares her love and excitement with the new arrival, and it's a...

A deeply moving picture book encouraging empathy and kindness, Someone Just Like You asks if there might be someone out there who is just like you.Helen Docherty's lyrical rhyming text is perfectly...

Helen Keller was just six years old when her life changed forever. She contracted a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, making it hard for her to communicate with anyone. But with the help of...

Helen Keller was a remarkable young girl who contracted an illness at a very young age, leaving her deaf and blind. Despite this, she was determined to learn and communicate with the world around her...

Someone Just Like You is a deeply moving picture book that encourages empathy and kindness. It's a story about finding someone who shares your sense of humour and laughter, and wondering if they...

Tresco: Tean, St Helen's is a superscale map of the island and its holy islands, Tean and St Helens, in the Isles of Scilly. At 1:10,000 scale, it offers unrivalled detail, with 1km representing 8cm...

A man's body is found in an empty house, his heart cut out and delivered to his wife and children. Detective Inspector Helen Grace is tasked with uncovering the identity of the killer, who is...

A National Book Critics Circle finalist and one of Vogue's Best Books of the Year, this biography brings to life the story of Helen Frankenthaler, a twentieth-century painter who made her mark in...

The Silver Sword is a powerful and moving story of life during and after the Second World War, based on true accounts. It's a story of survival, hope, and the human spirit.The book tells the story of...

Sir Cumference and the Sword in the Cone is a humorous retelling of "The Sword and Stone" that introduces readers to mathematical angles. King Arthur has hidden his sword, Edgecalibur, and issued a...

Auntie Loves You! is a heartwarming tribute to the special bond between an aunt and her little bunny. The story celebrates the tender moments of love and connection that make family relationships so...

Set in 17th-century Eastern Europe, With Fire and Sword is a sweeping historical novel that explores the complexities of war, politics, and identity. Written by Henryk Sienkiewicz, this epic tale...

D-Day is approaching and the world is watching. But what lies ahead for the men who will lead the charge? Based on actual battlefield detail, this fast-moving novel culminates in the attack on Sword...

Swords of the North collects some of Robert E. Howard's finest tales of Sword and Sorcery, featuring legendary heroes such as Conan the Cimmerian and Kull, the king of Valusia.Also included in this...

Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Book 1: The Sword of SummerA young man's life is turned upside down when he discovers an impossible secret: he is the son of a Norse god. With the Viking myths...

Helen Keller's story is one of incredible resilience and determination. After contracting a childhood illness that left her blind and deaf, she faced seemingly insurmountable challenges. However,...

An ancient sword holds secrets that could change everything. When ex-SAS soldier Ben Hope's two old friends are killed in a road crash, he becomes convinced it was no accident and sets out to uncover...

The Great War Diary of the St Helens Pals, the 11th Battalion South Lancashire Regiment, chronicles their experiences in France and Flanders from 1914 to 1918. This personal account offers a unique...

In AD 793, the Viking Age began with a devastating raid on Lindisfarne. The monastery's sacred site was pillaged and desecrated, leaving its monks fleeing for their lives. Yet one young novice stood...

Gideon's Sword by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child is a gripping thriller that follows Gideon Crew as he seeks revenge for his father's wrongful murder. Twenty years after witnessing the traumatic...

Girls with Swords: How to Carry Your Cross Like a HeroA call to Christian women to wield their feminine strength against evil and live confidently. Drawing on biblical references to swords, Lisa...

Helen of Four Gates by Ethel Carnie Holdsworth is a dark and gothic romance set in the Lancashire hills. First published anonymously in 1917, it quickly gained popularity in Britain and the US. The...

Geralt of Rivia faces a world of danger in Sword of Destiny, the second collection of adventures in Andrzej Sapkowski's epic fantasy series. As a Witcher, Geralt's unique abilities make him a...

Helen Keller's story is one of remarkable resilience and determination. Born with a rare disease that left her deaf and blind, she faced incredible challenges in communicating with others. However,...

Sisters of Sword and Shadow is a fantasy reimagining of the Arthurian legend, where a female counterpart to the Knights of the Round Table takes centre stage. Laura Bates, a leading feminist writer,...

The Forest of Moon and Sword by Amy Raphael is a thrilling adventure about a young girl's quest to rescue her mother from accusations of witchcraft. When Art's mother is taken away, she sets out on a...

Sword in the Storm is the first book in a four-part series that introduces the Rigante tribe and their epic struggles against evil forces. David Gemmell's world-building combines Celtic mythology...

The Sword of Moses is a rollercoaster crypto-thriller that takes readers on a breakneck journey across continents and into the opaque worlds of ancient magic. Dr Ava Curzon, a former MI6 agent turned...

A gripping thriller set against the unique backdrop of fencing, The Devil's Sword follows three young fencers who become unwitting pawns in a deadly plan to steal an ultimate weapon. As they battle...

The Encyclopedia of Japanese Swords is a comprehensive reference work covering every aspect of the Japanese sword, from its blade and mountings to its fittings and terminology. With over 2,500...

Helen Saunders: A Modernist Rebel Helen Saunders was one of only two women to join the Vorticists, a radical art movement that emerged in London on the eve of the First World War. Her extraordinary...

Swords of Mars is a gripping science fiction novel set on the planet Barsoom, where the fate of nations hangs in the balance. Edgar Rice Burroughs' thrilling tale follows John Carter as he becomes...

The Major Methods of Wudang Sword Written by Huang Yuan Xiou, a renowned practitioner of traditional Chinese swordplay, this book offers a unique insight into the world of Wudang sword. Originally...