3278 results for 'Sykes, Iain R'

The Clinker Plywood Boatbuilding Manual is a comprehensive guide to building lapstrake boats, covering tools and materials, construction techniques, and finishing work. Written by renowned boat...

The Highland Clearances, a period of great hardship and upheaval in Scotland's history, is the backdrop for this poignant novel. Iain Crichton Smith's masterful storytelling brings to life the...

The history of the Clash is a story of youthful rebellion and creative expression. Iain Key's book, All the Young Punks, offers a fresh perspective on the band's formation and rise to fame.From their...

Training Your Border Collie with Barbara Sykes This practical guide offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and training the versatile Border Collie breed. Drawing on her expertise and the...

I'm Thinking of Ending Things A Novel by Iain Reid In this dark and compelling literary thriller, debut novelist Iain Reid explores the depths of the human psyche, questioning consciousness, free...

Iain Sinclair's Lud Heat A Book of the Dead Hamlets is a unique fusion of prose and poetry that explores the mysterious connections between six Hawksmoor churches in London. The book delves into the...

Iain M. Banks: A Study in Contrasts Paul Kincaid's study of Iain M. Banks offers new insights into the science fiction author's unique blend of techniques and sensibilities. By examining both his...

This extraordinary collection celebrates the worldbuilding of Iain M. Banks, a writer of immense influence in modern science fiction. Faithfully reproduced from notebooks he kept in the 1970s and...

Iain McCaig's Sketchbook: A Visual Storytelling Odyssey Explore the captivating world of concept artist Iain McCaig through his stunning sketchbook. This collection of pages features no words, only...

Sykes in Eritrea offers a unique visual record and poetic account of a journey to a fascinating country. In 1998 and 2000, two travellers, Lawrence F. Sykes and Charles Cantalupo, embarked on an...

The Poetry of Iain Crichton Smith is an in-depth analysis of the poet's work by John Blackburn. This study guide explores the religious, political and historical themes that underpin Crichton Smith's...

Iain M. Banks' Culture series has captivated readers with its unique blend of science fiction and social commentary. This critical introduction to the series provides a comprehensive understanding of...

The Fairbairn-Sykes Commando Dagger is one of the most iconic fighting knives in the world. Its origins date back to the 1930s in Shanghai, where it was developed in response to the need for a...

The Fairbairn-Sykes Fighting Knife is an iconic symbol of daring secret operations during World War II. This book provides a detailed look at the development and historical background of this...

The HMS Victory is one of the most iconic historic ships in the world. This comprehensive guide offers a detailed tour of the ship, from bow to stern and deck by deck, with over 200 specially...

Iain Banks's fiction is known for its inventive blend of genres and narrative styles. This collection provides an in-depth look at three novels that showcase his unique approach: The Wasp Factory, a...

The Middle East today stands at an epoch. The artificial architecture created by the British and French is tearing apart at the seams and no amount of stitching can keep it together. To understand...

The Dress Diary of Mrs Anne Sykes: Uncovering the Secrets of a Victorian Woman's Wardrobe In 1838, a young woman was given a diary on her wedding day, a unique textile scrapbook that would become a...

A Love Story for Bewildered Girls is an utterly captivating novel about love, sex and heartbreak. Three women navigate their lives and loves in unexpected ways.For Grace, Annie, and Violet, life is...

Nell Frizzell's account of her panic years is a raw, hilarious, and beguilingly honest exploration of the transformative period between mid-twenties and early-forties. This is a time of great change,...

The Fetishist is a provocative and darkly funny novel that confronts the complexities of race, complicity, and femininity. When a young woman seeks revenge against the man who destroyed her mother's...

The Fetishist: A Darkly Comic Tale of Rage and RevengeA haunting and provocative novel by Katherine Min, this story follows Kyoko's quest for revenge against the man who caused her mother's death,...

A love letter to reading, curated by Pandora Sykes, brings together 35 writers sharing their favourite books. These are the ones they return to time and again, the ones that helped shape them into...

Iain Robertson was at the heart of Oasis's meteoric rise to global superstardom. As their tour manager and minder, he was constantly by their side, managing the chaos of their 24/7 lifestyle. This is...

Wives Like Us by Plum Sykes is a wickedly smart and effortless tale of status paranoia amongst the poshest of the posh. In the idyllic English countryside, a grand country house and its inhabitants...

Internal Family Systems Therapy for Addictions offers a new perspective on addiction, viewing it as a symptom of underlying emotional pain rather than a disease or lack of willpower. This manual,...

Heavy Duty People by Iain Parke and Martin Robertson is a gripping mystery that explores the darker side of loyalty and brotherhood. When business becomes serious, the bonds that once held everything...

Downriver is a vivid and unsettling novel that explores the darker side of London. Iain Sinclair's film crew of misfits and outsiders examines the city's decay and neglect, searching for the root...

The Vanishing Ice Diaries of a Scottish Snow HunterCaptured by a distant glimmer of white on Ben Lomond as a child, Iain Cameron has spent decades tracking down the patches of snow that persist all...

Bomber is a man with a code, driven by a strong sense of loyalty and justice. In this latest installment of Iain Parke's crime thriller series, Bomber's unwavering commitment to his family is put to...

Iain Crichton Smith's Selected Stories offer a unique perspective on the human experience, shaped by his divided cultural heritage. Born on the island of Lewis, Smith's life was marked by the tension...

The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World, Second Edition A groundbreaking exploration of the human brain, where mind meets matter. Iain McGilchrist...

Heavy Duty Trouble is the explosive final instalment of The Brethren MC Trilogy, a series of crime thrillers set in the world of UK outlaw bikers and biker gangs. Iain Parke's gripping story follows...

The Prime Ministers: 55 Leaders, 55 Authors, 300 Years of History A comprehensive and engaging exploration of Britain's Prime Ministers, from the 18th century to the present day. This book brings to...

Tobacco: A Cultural History of How an Exotic Plant Seduced Civilization by Iain Gately The history of tobacco is a complex and fascinating story that spans centuries and continents. First cultivated...

Checkpoint Charlie: The Cold War, the Berlin Wall and the Most Dangerous Place on Earth As the sixtieth anniversary of the Berlin Wall's construction approaches, a gripping history of Checkpoint...

Revealing the fascinating story of our ancient cousins, Kindred sheds light on the lives of Neanderthals, long misunderstood as brutish and uncivilised. With her expertise in Palaeolithic research,...

The Silmarillion is a collection of stories and legends about the creation of the world and the history of the Elves and Valar, the powerful beings who shaped Middle-earth. Written by J.R.R. Tolkien,...

A new edition of J.R.R. Tolkien's beloved Letters from Father Christmas is presented in a stunning hardback format, complete with full colour illustrations. This festive book features high-quality...

Beowulf: A Translation and Commentary Together with Sellic Spell This edition of Beowulf brings together a translation of the epic poem by J.R.R. Tolkien, first completed in 1926, with a commentary...

The fourth and final volume of the full-color graphic novel adaptation of A Clash of Kings brings the simmering tensions to a explosive conclusion. Dany leaves Qarth with her dragons, while Theon...

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Miniature Editions) by Stephen R. Covey is a concise guide to personal and professional success. This compact Running Press Miniature Edition distils the...

The History of Middle-earth is a five-volume collection of writings by J.R.R. Tolkien, exploring the creation of his mythology, languages, and histories. This essential collection includes The Book...

Reality Switch Technologies: Psychedelics as Tools for the Discovery and Exploration of New Worlds by Andrew R. Gallimore The human brain is equipped with a complex world-building machine, and...

The 12 Screams of Christmas by R. L. Stine is a spooky holiday tale that will send shivers down your spine. When Kate Welles is forced to team up with her annoying "friend" Courtney for the school's...

Hogg is a provocative and unflinching novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature. Written by Samuel R. Delany, this book tackles a subject that is both disturbing and thought-provoking:...

Improve your handwriting with a valuable skill for life. The Art of Cursive Penmanship presents handwriting as a spontaneous and expressive ability, rather than a task to be mastered. This practical...

Babel Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution by R. F. Kuang is a thematic response to The Secret History, exploring the darker side of colonial power...

The Right of Way: A Pacific Transcription by Kurtis R. Kallenbach explores the concept of personal dominion and the search for a universal law governing one's existence. The author's journey to...

The Closing of the Muslim Mind: How Intellectual Suicide Created the Modern Islamist Crisis A pivotal struggle within the Muslim world nearly a millennium ago has had a lasting impact on the region's...

The Cosmic Game: Unlocking the Secrets of Reality For centuries, humans have used psychedelic drugs to connect with the divine, nature, and the world around them. One natural psychedelic stands out...

Understanding the health of our food starts on the farm. David R. Montgomery and Anne Biklé explore the science behind how soil health affects crops, livestock, and ultimately our own well-being...

Rodney Alcala was a man who led a double life. On the surface, he was a charming and handsome photographer who had even appeared on a popular television show. But beneath the façade, he was a...

Revenge of the Invisible Boy by R. L. Stine Frankie Miller and his friends have a Magic Club where they learn new tricks and perform for each other. However, their fun is often ruined by Ari Goodwin,...

The Map of Consciousness Explained: A Proven Energy Scale to Actualize Your Ultimate PotentialDr. David R. Hawkins's groundbreaking work offers a unique exploration of human consciousness, revealing...

This 4-book boxed set is a thrilling collection of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, featuring over 152 exciting adventures. Perfect for kids and adults alike, these books are designed to keep...

This action-packed 6-book boxed set is packed with over 211 adventures, just waiting to be explored. The Choose Your Own Adventure series is back and as fun as ever, with kids and adults alike...

R in a Nutshell by Joseph Adler provides a comprehensive guide to the R language and software environment for statistical computing and data visualization. This practical book covers everything from...

The Lighthouse of Stalingrad: A Study of the Decisive Battle on the Volga The battle for Stalingrad, fought on the banks of the Volga River in 1942-43, was a pivotal moment in World War II. The...

William Blake's London: A Discursive Journey Iain Sinclair explores the profound relationship between William Blake and the city of London, revealing how his poetry reflects a unique engagement with...

Deer in Danger is a heartwarming and exciting magical adventure that combines animal rescue, nature conservation, and adventure. When Cora and Jax, two young Keepers, stumble upon a deer trapped in a...

Deep beneath the waves lies Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids discover their unique mermaid magic. Impulsive Isla and her dolphin, Bubble, are paired together for a thrilling adventure...

Discover the magic of Unicorn Academy in this delightful boxed set. Each student is paired with their very own unicorn, and friendship is the key to unlocking their special powers.In this enchanting...

I'm Thinking of Ending Things is a tense and suspenseful novel that explores the darker side of human psychology. On a road trip to visit his parents, a young man's life is turned upside down by a...

Perform data analysis with R, even if you have little or no programming experience. This hands-on guide covers the essential tools and techniques you need to know to analyze data, including data...

R Projects For Dummies offers a unique learn-by-doing approach to mastering R's extensive toolset. By completing a wide range of projects, you'll increase your depth and breadth of R skills and apply...

R Markdown: The Definitive Guide provides a comprehensive reference to the R Markdown ecosystem. Learn how to create reproducible data analysis reports, presentations, dashboards, and more using the...

Epidemiology with R provides a practical guide for students and researchers to apply R in an epidemiological context. It offers a broader introduction to the quantitative aspects of modern practical...

Evie and Sunshine are on a quest to find a treasure hidden in the grounds of Unicorn Academy. They're a great team, even if they are both a little accident-prone! But their accidents are getting...

The Common Sense of Drinking by Richard Peabody In the early 1930s, a groundbreaking book was written by Richard Peabody, one that would go on to have a profound impact on the treatment of alcoholism...

Say what you see: a practical guide to effective communication with children. This concise book offers helpful tips on setting boundaries and using acknowledgments to encourage children to feel truly...

Jesus Christ, Sun of God: Ancient Cosmology and Early Christian Symbolism This book explores the early Christian Gnosis, revealing its roots in earlier sources and shedding light on the secret...

Discover the secret strategies for creating a profitable and practical plan for rental property investing. Brandon Turner shares his wealth of in-depth advice on how to find incredible real estate...

The Wisdom of Mike Mentzer Discover the advanced training techniques and philosophies of Mike Mentzer, a bodybuilding legend who revolutionized the sport with his 'Heavy Duty' system. This...

The Alien Interview - Readers Edition presents a unique and intriguing look at the alleged encounter between a UFO pilot and government officials in 1947. This simplified version of the book omits...

B.R. Yeager's Negative Space is a hypnotic exploration of the darker side of modern life. A city plagued by teenage suicide, stagnant parents, and cultish behavior, Kinsfield is a place where the...

Gödel, Escher, Bach: An Eternal Golden Braid is a profound exploration of the nature of "maps" or links between formal systems. At its heart, the book delves into the idea that the formal system...

Learn the traditional skills that have been passed down through generations, and adapt them for a better life in the 21st century. Back to Basics is a comprehensive guide that will appeal to readers...

Breakthrough Revealing the Secrets of Rebreather Scrubber Canisters by John Clarke This technical monograph provides a comprehensive understanding of the mathematical and computer modeling of carbon...

A National Book Award-winning satire about the unchecked power of American capitalism, written more than three decades before the 2008 financial crisis. J R is set in the story of J R Vansant, an...

Dr. Steven Gundry's revolutionary approach to health and weight loss challenges the conventional wisdom that losing weight is a battle to be won. Instead, he reveals that the real enemy is our own...

Infiltration: The Plot to Destroy the Church from Within by Taylor Marshall The Catholic Church has long been a target of external attacks, but it was not until the mid-19th century that a more...

Carl Ransom Rogers, a leading American psychologist, shares his experiences in helping people discover their path to personal growth through understanding their own limitations and potential. This...

Annabelle & Aiden What Happens When We Die? explores the big question: what happens when we die? Aiden dreams of an afterlife with marshmallow shoes and chocolate kangaroos, but with the help of...

Sugar on the Bones is a gripping mystery novel that follows the investigation of a woman's untimely death in a fire that appears to be deliberately set. The case is complicated by the woman's family,...

Kerry Bolton's Artists of the Right: Resisting Decadence is a study of ten leading twentieth-century literary artists who were sympathetic with Fascism and/or National Socialism. The book examines...

A stunning collection of Art Nouveau artwork by Anton Seder, this book is a must-have for art lovers and collectors alike. Display it proudly on your coffee table or in your collection to showcase...

The Death of Science: The Retreat from Reason in the Post-Modern World Science is facing a crisis, with lies, flawed arguments, and deceit prevalent in various scientific fields, including medicine...

Sam and Dean Winchester are heading to Key West, Florida, a town plagued by supernatural forces. Their father, John, taught them how to deal with the paranormal evil that lurks in the shadows. Now,...

The Devil's Advocate: A Spry Polemic on how to be Seriously Good in CourtThis practical guide offers a fresh approach to the Dos and Don'ts of good advocacy, presented in a humorous and...

Every Word You Cannot Say is a poignant and powerful exploration of the human need to express ourselves, even when it's difficult. The author invites you to listen to the words that are hard to say,...

Survival Analysis Using R provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and applications of survival analysis, using R as a vehicle for data analysis. This field is essential in biomedical...

The Origins of the Clan Lindsay and Their Place in History Discover the rich history of Clan Lindsay, a family with a significant impact on Scotland's turbulent past. From their early beginnings in...

Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents offers a comprehensive approach to helping anxious children. By changing the way parents respond to their...

Ending Parkinson's Disease: A Prescription for Action Parkinson's disease is one of the world's leading sources of disability, with the number of affected patients projected to double again by 2040...

Seven Roads to Hell is the third volume in Donald R. Burgett's memoir series, detailing his experiences as a Screaming Eagle in the 101st Airborne Division. In November 1944, the division was...

J R R Tolkien's life and work have captivated readers for decades, but the sources of his own myth-making have remained somewhat obscure. This book offers a unique exploration of the influences that...

Richard Hsieh's dad studies dreams, and one day, they decide to hook his new Slappy doll up to the dream machine as a joke. But things take a dark turn when Richard starts having nightmares of Slappy...

Learn the basics of the stock market and start making money today. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know to get started, from growing your money smartly to avoiding costly...

Eric Sykes: A Life in Comedy Eric Sykes, one of Britain's greatest comic legends, shares his extraordinary life story in this long-awaited autobiography. From his early days writing scripts for Bill...