955 results for 'Yan, Vasili'

Life and Fate is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the human cost of war and ideological tyranny. Set against the backdrop of the Second World War, the book tells the story of a world torn...

Now in English for the first time, Vasily Grossman's Stalingrad is a powerful and compassionate novel about the disasters of war and the ruthlessness of totalitarianism. In April 1942, Hitler and...

Vasily Grossman and the Soviet Century by Alexandra Popoff is an authoritative biography that sheds light on the life and legacy of this influential writer. Born in 1905, Grossman was a key figure in...

Vasily Grossman: A Writer's Freedom explores the complex life and works of a Russian author who defied his own era. Born into a Jewish family, Grossman was initially a supporter of the ideals of the...

Vasily Grossman's final novel, Everything Flows, is a powerful exploration of the human experience under totalitarian rule. Written after the Soviet authorities suppressed his earlier work, Life and...

Vasily Kandinsky Around the Circle offers a fresh perspective on the life and work of this influential Russian abstractionist. Through a critical lens, this publication reexamines Kandinsky's art,...

Vasily Kandinsky was a pioneering painter of abstract art and a key figure in the Blue Rider movement. His career spanned a wide range of styles, from early experimentation to his most expressive and...

Play Like a World Champion by F. M. Bill Jordan is a coaching guide that uses a system developed for improving chess skills. It features games from Vasily Smyslov, the world champion in 1957.The book...

Yan's Hajj: The Journey of a Lifetime is a heartwarming story about perseverance and compassion. Yan, a young man with a big heart, sets out to perform the pilgrimage to Makkah, but first faces...

Vasily Grossman's eyewitness account of World War Two is a raw and devastating portrayal of Operation Barbarossa. In 1941, as the Germans invaded Russia, Grossman found himself at the frontlines,...

The House of Yan: A Family at the Heart of a Century in Chinese History by Lan Yan. This memoir recounts the extraordinary story of the Yan family's history, intertwined with China's transformation...

Asian Cooking Made Easy with Martin Yan's Quick and Easy Cookbook Discover the art of Asian cooking with over 150 easy recipes that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. This comprehensive cookbook is...

Vasily Smyslov Endgame Virtuoso is a comprehensive guide to improving your endgame skills. With over 150 instructive examples from his own games, Smyslov provides a broad range of positions to help...

Ma Yan's diary chronicles her struggle to escape hardship through her persistent attempts to continue her schooling. In a drought-stricken corner of rural China, an education can be the difference...

I Name Him Me: Selected Poems of Ma Yan This collection marks the first appearance in English of Chinese poet Ma Yan's work. Her poetry explores themes of identity, subjectivity and human experience,...

The "Emperor of Film" was a dominant figure in the golden age of Chinese silent movies. This book tells his remarkable story, featuring dozens of beautiful stills from his films and a DVD of one of...

The Vanderbeekers to the Rescue is a heartwarming story about a family's determination to save their mother's bakery from city closure. When an unexpected visit from city officials puts their plans...

The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street is a heartwarming story about a family's determination to stay in their beloved home. When their reclusive landlord decides not to renew their lease, the five...

La banda de Pica Pau crece con 20 nuevos personajes creados por la diseñadora Yan Schenkel. En esta ocasión, conoce a un poeta, un explorador y geógrafo, una periodista de investigación, una...

Discover 20 adorable amigurumi designs from Yan Schenkel, a talented toy maker and crochet expert. This book showcases Yan's expertise in creating charming characters, each with its own unique...

Discover the world of amigurumi crochet with Yan Schenkel's latest collection of 20 original designs. This book showcases the artist's passion for creating unique and imaginative characters, from the...

The People Immortal by Vasily Grossman Set against the backdrop of the catastrophic first months of the German invasion of the Soviet Union, this novel tells the story of an army battalion dispatched...

Hardcover, 192 pages, 2013. A humorous guide to everyday etiquette, featuring playful illustrations and straightforward advice on how to navigate relationships, home, school, work, and online...

Johanna Basford's Christmas A Festive Coloring Book for Adults is a beautiful holiday season celebration, featuring intricate artworks of holly, ivy, Christmas trees, and festive treats. The book...

Your Life, Your Way is a practical guide to helping you navigate the challenges of the teen years. With the support of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and positive psychology, you'll learn...

The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in our time. This book brings history to life as it tells the story of the First World War through the eyes of young...

The Emotionary: A Dictionary of Words That Don't Exist for Feelings That DoWritten by actress and advocate Eden Sher, this unique dictionary offers a solution to the age-old problem of finding the...

Vasily Grossman's Everything Flows is a powerful and haunting novel that explores the complexities of Soviet history through the interconnected lives of its characters. After thirty years in the...

The People Immortal by Vasily Grossman Set against the backdrop of the catastrophic defeats of the war's first months, this novel follows a Red Army regiment as they struggle to survive and...

The Social Survival Guide for Teens on the Autism Spectrum offers practical advice and step-by-step guides to help you navigate social situations and care for your emotions. This handbook is...

Unwind with the soothing world of coloring. This large print easy color & frame book features 31 calming pages, including sea shells, flowers, mandalas, feathers, and more. The images range in...

Unwind with the soothing art of coloring in this Large Print Easy Color & Frame - Mindfulness book. Featuring 31 calming images to color, including birds, flowers, mandalas, and crystals, this book...

Architecture for Teens: A Beginner's Book for Aspiring Architects Discover the fascinating world of architecture, where technology, creativity, and engineering come together. This comprehensive guide...

This ultimate guide to Five Nights at Freddy's is a treasure trove of theories, lore, and insights from the games, books, and more. With over 100 pages of new content, it delves into the world of...

The Vanderbeekers Ever After by Karina Yan Glaser is a poignant conclusion to the beloved family's journey. When one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, the family's priorities shift from...

Strange Beasts of China is a thought-provoking exploration of identity and existence, set against the backdrop of a mysterious and enchanting world. An amateur cryptozoologist is tasked with...

Mandarin B for the IB Diploma Second Edition is a comprehensive guide to the Mandarin B language for IB Diploma students. This flexible course ensures thorough coverage of the updated Mandarin B...

DNA and the I Ching explores a surprising connection between ancient wisdom and modern science.The book delves into the intriguing relationship between the I Ching, an ancient Chinese divination...

The Vanderbeekers Make a Wish is a heartwarming story about a family's love and secrets. It's summer on 141st Street, and the Vanderbeekers are excited to celebrate Papa's 40th birthday. However,...

Vasily Grossman's An Armenian Sketchbook is a personal and intimate account of his two-month stay in Armenia. Following the publication of Life and Fate, Grossman was tasked with editing a Russian...

Survival Quest (The Way of the Shaman Book #1) by Vasily Mahanenko is an original LitRPG fantasy that has captured millions of players worldwide. In this immersive world, players can experience...

Vasily Grossman's short fiction is renowned for its bold intelligence, integrity, and vividness, qualities that have made him a leading literary figure in 20th-century Russian literature. This...

Rapids by Anna Bowles is a heartwarming and engaging novel about a young woman's journey with bipolar disorder. After seventeen years in a small village, Yan Harris is excited to experience life in...

Hemispheres: A Novel of Family, Birds and Coming HomeA poignant story of fathers and sons, isolation and human connection, set against the stark landscapes of the Tees estuary and the wilder shores...

Sofia's hope for freedom and reunion with her childhood love Vasily keeps her going in the harsh Siberian labor camp. After a perilous escape, she endures months of hardship before finding refuge...

Small Acts of Kindness: A Tale of the First Russian Revolution by Jennifer Antill. In 1825, Imperial Russia is still basking in the glory of its victory over Napoleon. However, beneath the surface,...

The Backstage Clan by Yan Chen and Chen Yan is a thought-provoking exploration of language, identity, and community. This novel delves into the complexities of human connection in a world where words...

Under a Blood Red Sky by Kate Furnivall In the midst of the Russian Revolution, a young woman's quest for freedom becomes a perilous journey of love, loyalty, and survival. Sofia Morozova's only hope...

A Single Swallow: A Novel by Zhang Ling Seventy years after the end of World War II, three men are reunited in their hometown to fulfill a promise made on the day of Japan's surrender. Their pact is...

A poignant novel about the complexities of family and tradition, set against the backdrop of a remote Yunnan village. Li-yan's life is shaped by the rhythms of nature and the customs of her...

Plato's Essentialism Reinterpreting the Theory of Forms by Vasilis PolitisThis book offers a fresh perspective on Plato's theory of Forms, arguing that they represent essences rather than mere things...

Death-defying pioneer parachute artist Miss Hazel Keyes earned renown across America in the 1890s. Her parachuting performances drew thousands of spectators over more than a decade, with her monkey,...

Grandes pechos amplias caderas is a powerful and poignant novel by Mo Yan that explores the lives of women in a repressive society. Against the backdrop of China's tumultuous past, the story follows...

Garlic Ballads by Mo Yan is a powerful and poignant novel that explores the complexities of human relationships in the face of adversity. Against the backdrop of a traditional Chinese community...

The Mitrokhin Archive II: The KGB in the World A comprehensive and revealing look at the global reach of the KGB, this book is based on the remarkable archive of Russian intelligence material...

The Chilli Bean Paste Clan by Yan Ge is set in a fictional town in West China, where the Duan-Xue family's lucrative chilli bean paste factory has been a cornerstone of the community. As Gran...

Sandalwood Death is a powerful and poignant novel by Yan Mo, set against the backdrop of China's final imperial epoch. Against this broad historical canvas, the story centers on the complex interplay...

The Individualization of Chinese Society by Yunxiang Yan explores the profound changes in Chinese society over the last 30 years. A significant shift has been the rise of individual agency, leading...

The Flowers of War by Geling Yan In December 1937, Japan's invasion of Nanking brought terror to the city. Thirteen-year-old Shujuan and her school friends take refuge in an American church compound,...

Días, meses, años by Lianke Yan is a poignant tale of love, loss, and resilience set against the backdrop of a devastating drought. In this powerful parable, an elderly man stands steadfastly watch...

This dual-language anthology presents fifteen compelling tales in a unique survey of twentieth-century Russian short fiction. Featuring original Russian texts alongside new English translations, it...

Whitman and Truth offers a unique perspective on Walt Whitman's reading of war, drawing comparisons with works by Susan Sontag, Sir Philip Sidney, Mo Yan, Edmund Blunden, and others.This set of...

A vehicle crammed with dozens of dead Chinese immigrants is found in southern Texas, sparking a complex and sinister investigation. Forensic pathologist Margaret Campbell is drawn into the case,...

The zodiac constellations have shifted over time, rendering Western astrology's predictions inaccurate. Vasilis A. Kanatas offers a new theory based on scientific information about the actual...

Get your team ready for success with this comprehensive 7-week pre-season programme. Vasilis Papadakis, a UEFA A coach and Head coach of Panakrotiriakos F.C., shares his tested and effective approach...

The Vanderbeekers Ever After by Karina Yan Glaser is a poignant conclusion to the beloved family series. When one of the siblings receives a dire diagnosis, the family's priorities shift from wedding...

Life and Death Are Wearing Me Out A Novel by Mo Yan is set in hell on January 1, 1950, two years after Mao Zedong's Land Reform Movement changed rural China. Lord Yama, king of the underworld,...

A gripping thriller set against the backdrop of the Beijing Olympics. When two athletes die under mysterious circumstances, Detective Li Yan is drawn into a complex web of conspiracy and deceit. As...

A bizarre accident near London Bridge Station sets off a chain of events that will have repercussions for the members of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit. One year later, a woman is found dead in an...

Elsewhere is a collection of nine stories that explore isolation and dispossession in unexpected ways. Yan Ge's witty and wondrous tales range from contemporary to ancient, real to surreal.In these...

Strange Tide is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history and mythology. When a woman's body is discovered chained to a stone post near the River Thames, the Peculiar...

A country house weekend turns deadly in 1969. Ten guests are invited to Tavistock Hall, but one among them harbours thoughts of murder. Undercover detectives Arthur Bryant and John May are tasked...

The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane A Novel by Lisa See In the remote mountain village of the Akha people, tradition and ritual are woven into the fabric of daily life. For generations, the villagers...

The World Chess Championship has witnessed many epic battles, engaging not only chess enthusiasts but also the general public. On the chessboard, the world champions are supreme intellectual...

Vasili Grossman's experiences as a war correspondent for the Soviet army during World War II are documented in this book. Beyond his written reports for the Estrella Roja newspaper, Grossman kept a...

Pollyanna Whittier's life takes a dramatic turn when she moves to live with her aunt after her father's passing. A terrible accident follows, but Pollyanna's optimism proves to have a profound impact...

Arisen: Carnage is a heart-stopping installment in the ARISEN series. After recovering Patient Zero, Alpha must escape Africa to end the zombie apocalypse once and for all.However, they are pursued...

Ryan Gosling's journey to fame is one of charisma and wisdom. With unforgettable performances in critically acclaimed films, his versatility knows no bounds. This book delves into Ryan's...

The Mitrokhin Archive: A Global Exposé of KGB IntrigueFor years, top-secret material from Russian secret service archives was hidden beneath a family dacha. When the author, Vasili Mitrokhin, was...

A fateful moment in the life of Master and Man unfolds on the day after St. Nicholas's Day. Vasili Andreevich Brekhunov, a merchant with a pressing engagement, rushes to prepare for a journey that...

A thrilling doomsday adventure awaits in Phobos: Mayan Fear. Steve Alten's latest novel delves into the mysteries of Mayan mythology, revealing secrets about creation, extraterrestrial life and human...

Our Home in Myanmar: Four Years in Yangon tells the story of Jessica Mudditt's experiences as an Australian journalist living and working in Myanmar during a period of significant change. In 2012,...

The Bleeding Heart by Christopher Fowler is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker side of London's history. When two teenagers witness a dead man rising from his grave, and one of them is...

A killer strikes at 4:00am, leaving four strangers dead in a series of gruesome and seemingly unrelated murders. As the Peculiar Crimes Unit investigates, they uncover a web of impossibilities that...

Ryan Gosling: A Guide to His Humour and Philosophy. Ryan Gosling is an actor known for his versatility and charm. This book explores his playful sense of humour and philosophy, featuring iconic...

Nine stories of dispossession and longing from a literary star's English-language debut. Yan Ge's Elsewhere is a collection of nine iridescent, beguiling, witty and wonderful tales that explore the...

The Surgeon's Case: A George Kocharyan Mystery by E. G. RodfordA gripping crime story that delves into the darker side of celebrity and identity, this novel follows Private Investigator George...

Detective Chief Inspector Ryan seeks sanctuary on Holy Island, but his Christmas retreat is shattered when a young woman is found dead amongst the ancient ruins of the nearby Priory. As he teams up...

Discover the uplifting world of Ryan Hart, a young girl who embodies pure spirit and sunshine. Renée Watson's charming series follows Ryan as she navigates the ups and downs of growing up, always...

Yantra - An Encyclopedia A Complete Guide to Yantra Making and Its Miraculous Benefits by Sushma Johari Madan is an in-depth exploration of this ancient art form. Practiced by saints and yogis for...

This book explores the growing trend in Chinese cinema of films featuring ethnic minority children, examining the underlying reasons behind this fascination.Through an analysis of these films,...

Botvinnik Versus Smyslov and Petrosian Four World Chess Championship Matches: 1954, 1957, 1958 And 1963This book tells the story of three epic World Championship matches between Mikhail Botvinnik and...

This comprehensive collection of essays explores the Yang-Mills gauge field theories, a fundamental concept in modern physics. Written by leading experts in the field, these contributions revisit the...

Two of Guyana's most gifted writers have combined their literary talent to create a collection of poems that explore the country's diverse culture and people. This collection traverses the geography...

The Sri Yantra Bhavana Upanishad is an ancient text that explores the deeper emotions connected to the Sri Yantra, a powerful symbol in Hinduism. This Upanishad reveals the innermost feelings of the...

A comprehensive survey of Guyanese history, this collection of essays offers an in-depth exploration of the country's past. With its diverse range of topics and engaging writing style, it is an...

Bryant and May - London's Glory (Short Stories) by Christopher Fowler Discover the intriguing world of London's Peculiar Crimes Unit through eleven classic cases, expertly woven together to provide...

A fiery and beautiful free-thinker, Alexandra Rubilov, has long refused to marry. Her father's attempts to secure her future have been met with frustration, leading him to create a "long-forgotten"...

This concise introduction to the evolution of moral self-cultivation in Chinese Confucianism explores the development of ideas from pre-philosophical times to the 17th century. It examines how key...

Stanislavski in Rehearsal offers an intimate and insightful look at the development of the famous Stanislavski method. Vasili Toporkov's account is based on his own experiences as an outsider invited...