233 results for 'Walliman, Nicholas'

Discover the freedom of improvised piecing with Nicholas Ball's Inspiring Improv. This book guides you through a step-by-step technique for exploring six fundamental piecing structures, allowing you...

The Fair Maid of Bohemia by Edward Marston In 16th-century England, a mysterious plague has emptied the country's theaters, forcing Lord Westfield's Men to take a risk by performing at the Imperial...

The Brotherhood of Eternal Love: A Countercultural Phenomenon In the mid-1960s, a small group of surfers in Southern California formed the Brotherhood of Eternal Love, a countercultural movement that...

Charles Kindleberger's "Manias, Panics and Crashes" is a thought-provoking analysis of financial crises. The author, Nick Burton, examines the mindset of those trapped in financial bubbles,...

The Reaper: Autobiography of One of the Deadliest Special Ops Snipers Nicholas Irving, a legendary Ranger, shares his extraordinary military career in this groundbreaking memoir. Irving recounts his...

The Unknown Warriors is a collection of letters from men and women who served their country during the Second World War. Written in response to an appeal in local newspapers, these letters offer a...

The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby is a vivid portrayal of life in Victorian England, where wealth and poverty coexist in stark contrast. When Nicholas Nickleby's father dies, he is left...

False Flags Over Europe: A Modern History of State-Fabricated Terror explores the phenomenon of 'synthetic terror' events in Europe, primarily in the 21st century. The book examines the role of...

The Baker's Dozen A Saint Nicholas Tale is a heartwarming legend about the origins of an American custom. In this story, a baker named Van Amsterdam is visited by a mysterious old woman on Saint...

The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, a comic triumph that firmly established Charles Dickens as a literary gentleman, is a novel of delectable characters and typically Dickensian elements of...

A special family tradition is about to take place. Every year, Heidi, Holly, and Hanna gather to hear Mama tell the story of St. Nicholas and his special feast day on December 6th. This heartwarming...

The Last of the Tsars: Nicholas II and the Russian Revolution by Robert Service In March 1917, Nicholas II's reign came to an abrupt end as he abdicated, marking the beginning of the end for the...

Nicholas Hawksmoor: Seven Churches For London explores the work of British architect Nicholas Hawksmoor, a major contributor to British and European architectural culture. The publication focuses on...

Discover the true story behind the legend of Father Christmas. This picturebook tells the story of Saint Nicholas, a pastor in 4th-century Lycia, whose generosity and kindness earned him a special...

Sir Nicholas Winton's incredible story is one of courage, compassion and determination. In 1938, at the age of 29, he cancelled a ski holiday to mastermind a plan to rescue hundreds of Jewish...

St Nicholas Owen: A Life of Secret and Sacrifice During the tumultuous reigns of Elizabeth I and James I, being a Catholic priest in England was a death sentence. To survive, priests had to find a...

Nicholas Ray's life was a complex tapestry of creative highs and personal struggles. This biography, by Patrick McGilligan, offers a detailed and engaging portrait of the American film director,...

Inventio Fortunata: Arctic Exploration, With An Account Of Nicholas Of LynnThis book has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as...

The Charles Dickens Children's Collection by Philip Gooden is a collection of two classic novels that explore the lives of young people in Victorian England.One of the stories follows Kate and...

Santa Claus, Last of the Wild Men: The Origins and Evolution of Saint Nicholas, Spanning 50,000 Years The modern image of Santa Claus is deeply ingrained in popular culture, thanks in part to Clement...

Khirbet Khizeh A Novel by S. Yizhar is a powerful and haunting novella that explores the complexities of modern Israel. In 1948, the Arab villagers of Khirbet Khizeh are forcibly expelled from their...

Yellowhammer is a gripping second murder mystery in the DI Nicholas Lowry series by James Henry. In July 1983, Essex, two corpses are found at Fox Farm, a property that is neither picturesque nor...

First published on December 23, 1823, in the Troy Sentinel, this beloved Christmas poem has become an integral part of American holiday tradition.Originally attributed to Clement Clark Moore, its...

The Brede Intermediate Lifeboats: A History of Design and Development. This book tells the story of the RNLI's 33ft Brede Intermediate Lifeboats, a class of lifeboat designed for smaller vessels...

Nicholas Monsarrat's memoir, My Brother Denys, is a poignant and introspective account of his life and relationships. The book offers a unique insight into the author's experiences and the people who...

Wiseguy by Nicholas Pileggi is a vivid and unvarnished account of the life of a mobster, offering a unique insight into the world of organized crime. The book chronicles the highs and lows of a...

The History of England's Cathedrals by Nicholas Orme is a comprehensive account of the country's most iconic buildings, stretching from Roman times to the present day. This book provides a complete...

Counting Miracles is a heart-wrenching yet uplifting novel from Nicholas Sparks, the bestselling author of The Notebook. When a stranger arrives in Asheboro, he's forced to confront the past he's...

Music: A Very Short Introduction by Nicholas Cook This book explores the history of music and thinking about music, focusing on its social and cultural dimensions. Drawing on a wide range of...

The Seven-Per-Cent Solution: A previously unknown collaboration between Sigmund Freud and Sherlock Holmes, as recorded by Dr. John H. Watson. This book reveals the detective's true whereabouts during...

Basic Reliability: An Introduction to Reliability EngineeringThis comprehensive guide to Reliability Engineering is written by Nicholas Summerville, a seasoned expert with over 15 years of experience...

The Brave by Nicholas Evans Forty years after a traumatic event, Tommy Bedford must confront his past when his son is charged with murder. A story of family, loyalty and the power of the human...

Treasure Islands: Tax Havens and the Men who Stole the World The global economy's most powerful secret is revealed in this gripping exposé. Tax havens, where billions of dollars are laundered and...

The Kappillan of Malta by Nicholas Monsarrat When war suddenly descended on Malta, Father Salvatore, a simple priest, found himself caring for a flood of homeless and starving people seeking shelter...

The Dowel Arrow Handbook by Nicholas Tomihama is a comprehensive guide for those looking to create their own arrows for target archery and hunting. With the quality of dowels decreasing over time,...

A beautifully illustrated and packaged study of the cigar, its history, production, and joys, from world-renowned expert Nicholas Foulkes and written in conjunction with Davidoff, the world's leading...

The Wish by Nicholas Sparks is a heart-wrenching and uplifting story about discovery and loss. When Maggie reflects on her past, she is forced to confront the choices she made and the love she left...

The Shallows: How the Internet Is Changing the Way We Think, Read and Remember The Internet has a profound impact on our daily lives, and its effects on our minds are just as significant. In this...

The Annotated I Caught Crippen by Nicholas Connell is a detailed account of the 1910 investigation that made Chief Inspector Walter Dew a household name. Dew's memoir, first published in 1938, is a...

Ian Fleming: The Complete Man A fresh and authoritative portrait of the man behind James Bond, drawing on unprecedented access to the Fleming family papers. This biography sheds new light on the life...

Nicholas Eberstadt's Men without Work sheds light on a crisis that has been quietly unfolding in modern America. Despite low unemployment rates, over six million prime-age men were neither working...

The Complete Tutankhamun by Nicholas Reeves is a revised and expanded edition of the landmark book on the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb. First discovered in 1922, the tomb's treasures have...

Nicholas Poullis's latest book offers a comprehensive guide to painting watercolour buildings with atmosphere and accuracy. With a focus on harnessing classic watercolor techniques, Poullis shares...

GCSE 9-1 Geography AQA Exam Practice: Grades 7-9 Second Edition by Nicholas Rowles This updated workbook provides support and practice for students aiming for Grades 7-9 at GCSE. It breaks down how...

The Reaper's Greatest Missions: A Sniper's Art of Elimination Nicholas Irving, a legendary special operations sniper, shares his most significant and previously untold missions in this gripping...

Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the MarketsThis book challenges the idea that success is solely the result of skill and strategy, instead suggesting that luck plays a...

Skin in the Game: Hidden Asymmetries in Daily LifeNassim Nicholas Taleb challenges many of our long-held beliefs about risk and reward, politics and religion, finance and personal responsibility. He...

Key Ideas in Trusts Law by Nicholas McBride provides a comprehensive and accessible overview of trusts law, making it easier for students to grasp a complex subject. The book begins by explaining the...

Silver Linings: An Introduction to Silverpoint Drawing by Banjie Getsinger Nicholas is a comprehensive guide to the techniques and materials of silverpoint drawing. This book provides a thorough...

The Black Swan: Second Edition The Impact of the Highly Improbable: With a new section: "On Robustness and Fragility" A groundbreaking exploration of everything we know about what we don't know, this...

Antifragile Things that Gain from Disorder by Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a thought-provoking exploration of how to thrive in an uncertain world. Taleb identifies a category of things that not only...

The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable The concept of the black swan has profound implications for our understanding of the world. A black swan is a highly improbable event with three...

Designing Your Research Project: A Practical Guide Nicholas Walliman provides a reassuring and supportive approach to planning, designing, and preparing for your research project. This updated...

The Romanov Family's Final Years Through the Writings of Tatiana Nikolaevna of Russia offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant periods in modern history. Grand Duchess Tatiana...

The Vision of God is a spiritual guidebook that explores the nature of the divine and the Christian experience. Written by a Christian mystic, this book provides a path for believers to move beyond...

The Secrets of the Seven Metals This book explores the idea that traditional metals are connected to and influenced by the planets, challenging the traditional dualism that has been used in science...

A poignant love story set against the backdrop of a bygone era, The Notebook tells the tale of two young souls whose love endures despite the passage of time. In 1946, Noah Calhoun, a man haunted by...

Python by Example: Learn to Program in 150 Challenges Discover the power of Python programming with this engaging guide. Breaking down the skills into clear step-by-step chunks, it explains the...

The Notebook is a heart-wrenching love story that has captured the hearts of many. Set in post-World War II North Carolina, it tells the tale of a young socialite and the boy who once stole her heart...

Vick "The Reaper" Harwood is back, but not in the way you'd expect. After a brief respite in Mexico, he's drawn back into a world of death and destruction by a mysterious entity known as THE BOARD...

This OCR A-level History Workbook provides a step-by-step guide to writing a successful topic-based essay, helping students to build the required skills and track their progress. By breaking down the...

Tennis Elbow Pain: Symptoms, Tests, and Treatments for Lateral EpicondylitisThis comprehensive guide aims to educate and support individuals suffering from tennis elbow, helping them recover and...

Discover the hidden history of Britain's secret tunnels, chambers, and passageways. This fascinating book explores the mysterious and often forgotten architecture of the past, revealing a treasure...

The Everyday Blacksmith is a comprehensive guide to blacksmithing, covering the basics of safety, equipment, and techniques, as well as a diverse range of essential projects. This book is a valuable...

Burton G. Malkiel's A Random Walk Down Wall Street is a seminal work that challenged the conventional wisdom on investing in the stock market. First published in 1973, Malkiel's book remains a...

A Posthumous Memoir of John H. Watson, M.D. In the spring of 1895, a series of bizarre and gruesome events shook the heart of London's theater district. A critic was found murdered, a lawsuit sparked...

The Life and Death of Paul McCartney, 1942-66 A Very English Mystery by Nick Kollerstrom A mysterious event in the history of rock and roll has sparked an underground culture, with rumors circulating...

The Queen's Knickers is a charming story about a little girl's imagination and her thoughts about the Queen's wardrobe choices.As the Queen prepares for a busy year of events, a young girl wonders...

Discover the art of working with meat. This comprehensive cookbook covers everything you need to know, from buying and preparing to cooking and serving. With over 250 recipes, you'll learn how to...

This book provides up-to-date multiple choice questions in occupational medicine, developed using information from recent international publications and guidelines.It is designed to support students...

Woody's adventure takes a thrilling turn in this exciting retelling of the hit film. When Woody is taken away, it's up to his toy friends to rescue him. But now that he's met new friends, will he...

Culpeper's Complete Herbal Illustrated and Annotated Edition is a revised and beautifully designed guide to herbal remedies, updated for the modern era. First published over 360 years ago, this...

The true story of love, marriage, adultery, murder, and revenge, Mafia-style, is told in this account of the mob's loss of control over the casino gambling industry of Las Vegas. Frank "Lefty"...

Ralph is a child genius who loves learning, but his school days are marred by bullying from a gang called 'the crew'. The pranks start innocently, but escalate to chasing Ralph home and throwing...

Build your own dependable archery bow with minimal equipment and space. PVC plumbing pipe offers a unique opportunity for archers of all experience levels to create a solidly performing bow. This...

Key to success in OCR AS/A-level History lies in effective revision. This proven formula combines key content coverage with exam preparation activities and exam-style questions to help students...

Gordon Lightfoot: A Life in Song Gordon Lightfoot is a legendary musician whose songs have inspired and enchanted fans for over fifty years. From tender ballads like "Beautiful" to historical laments...

Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah's speeches and interviews have long been highly regarded in the Arab world, but now they are available in English for the first time. Newly translated from the Arabic, "Voice...

Build something together with your family. This book offers 15 fun and creative woodworking projects that are perfect for beginners. From simple blocks for children to shelves for storage, each...

Improv quilting is more than just a creative outlet - it's a way to express yourself, tell a story, and connect with others. In "Use and Ornament", author Nick Ball explores the history and future of...

Develop strong subject knowledge and skills in A Level History with this comprehensive resource for OCR's British period studies and enquiries.This title explores the reigns of the Tudor monarchs...

Father Christmas needs a wee. He's been drinking drinks since half past three. At each different house that he visits, he drinks and eats all the goodies left out for him. Before long, he really,...

The Kurdish (Sorani) Dictionary & Phrasebook Romanized Sorani-English English-Sorani is a comprehensive resource for those interested in the Kurdish language. With an estimated 15 million speakers...

Nicholaa de la Haye's remarkable story is one that needs to be told. In 1217, at the age of 60, she endured a three-month siege, resisting English rebel barons and their French allies. Her strength...

The Huntsman's Tale by Ann Swinfen is set in Oxford in late Summer 1353. A group of friends, including Nicholas Elyot, return to his family farm to help with the harvest. However, a deer hunt in...

The New Penguin Russian Course: A Complete Course for BeginnersThis comprehensive language course is designed to provide a solid foundation in basic Russian, with thirty lessons and revision...

When Nicholas's dad brings home an alligator, things don't quite go as planned. Crunchbag, the alligator, soon becomes a household pet, causing chaos in the bathroom and on the roof. But despite the...

The Anarchist's Guide to Travel is a practical manual for those who want to adopt a minimalist lifestyle and explore the world on their own terms. This book provides a comprehensive guide to...

The dream of a new society has been shattered. General Aleksandr Kerensky's death sets off a chain reaction of chaos and destruction. His brother Nicholas is left to pick up the pieces, but he faces...

Nicholas Dyer, assistant to Sir Christopher Wren, conceals a dark secret in the design of seven London churches. Two and a half centuries later, detective Nicholas Hawksmoor investigates a series of...

Nicholas and his family are hatching eggs for their school's Easter Fair. However, the eggs keep going missing, and their new rabbits, Saucepan and Nibblewibble, are causing chaos in the garden. A...

The Silent Woman is a gripping Elizabethan whodunnit that sets the stage for a dramatic and suspenseful tale. When a tragic event befalls the company manager of a struggling theatre, Nicholas...

Elizabeth's reign is reaching its winter, and England's old adversaries are fading. But in a world on the brink of change, showing any weakness can be fatal. In 1598, Nicholas Shelby, a physician and...

The Night of WenceslasA chance business trip to Prague becomes a deadly assignment for Nicholas Whistler, a man disillusioned with his life in London. As he navigates the treacherous world of Cold...

Naomi Westfield has the perfect fiancé - or so it seems. Nicholas Rose holds doors open for her, remembers her restaurant orders, and comes from a prestigious society family. But despite their...

The Cipher is a dark and unsettling tale of obsession and transformation. When a strange hole appears in a storage room, would-be poet Nicholas and his lover Nakota are drawn into a world of terror...

The Best of Me by Nicholas Sparks A poignant love story of teenage passion and enduring devotion, re-examined through the lens of a lifetime. When two former lovers are reunited at their hometown...

Eleni Gatzoyiannis was arrested, tortured and shot in 1948. Her crime had been to help her children escape from the Communist guerrillas who occupied their village. Eight years old at the time,...

Every Breath by Nicholas Sparks is a heart-wrenching love story that will leave you breathless. When Hope Anderson returns to her family's cottage at Sunset Beach, she's forced to confront the...

VC: An American History by Tom Nicholas The venture capital industry has become a defining feature of modern business in America. This history reveals how it arose from the country's long-standing...