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THE THEATRE MAY SEEM GLAMOROUS, BUT SECRETS WAIT BEHIND THE CURTAIN1926. Running a theatre may appear to be all about the showbiz, but times are hard at The Empire. Following a turbulent period Jack Treadwell, erstwhile proprietor, his mother Lillian,...

‘… tragedies come in the hungry hours.’ A party aboard the Euphrosyne bound for South America changes the life of Rachel Vinrace. She has led a sheltered life in the care of her aunts and knows very little. On her voyage of self-discovery, Rachel...

Asks who gets the right to call themselves a good person in a morally bankrupt world.Book InformationISBN 9781573662086Author Vanessa SaundersFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Fiction Collective TwoPublisher The University of Alabama Press

'With The Fetishist, Min has left the world something original and highly potent' INDEPENDENT'Savage, horrible and very funny' i-D MAGAZINE'Katherine Min is a singular, wildly talented voice and this is a trailblazing novel' Sharlene Teo'The Fetishist is...

This book reassesses the place of politics and emotion within Romantic music aesthetics. Drawing together insights from the history of emotions, cultural history, and studies of philosophical idealism, 'affective relationality' – the channelling of...

This book takes a deep dive into the design and planning, and unique challenges of settlements in the European Arctic. Attractive Arctic Cities require job opportunities, good societal and commercial services, and importantly, high-quality built...

Using her signature, colourful style, popular artist Lidia Cambón shares the ins-and-outs of illustrating beautiful and unique characters with alcohol markers, a type of permanent marker that allows artists to blend vibrant colours easily with little to...

A dreamy collection of poems to read before you turn off the light, or to guide you gently back to sleep when you wake in the small hours.This soothing anthology contains 100 night-time poems specially selected to calm your mind, introduce positive...

This speculative thriller deals with the changes that took place after the 1991 uprising in the Kurdistan region of Iraq, in which a new generation was forced to watch their society transform without a voice. Like the Tree-Man, they were condemned to...

A celebration of the legendary comedy duo of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy through collectibles and memorabilia, this definitive (and humorous) book features more than 1,000 full-color images of items, plus the stories and history behind them. Collecting...

Railway commuting is today a mundane and routine necessity, yet for the Victorians it was a novel experience. It opened up new possibilities of living at a remove from the crowded urban centre while staying connected to its places of work. Commuting...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781773861418Author Pamela PorterFormat PaperbackPage Count 90Imprint Caitlin PressPublisher Caitlin Press

Learn what it means to be truly royal with all your favorite Disney Princesses in the next title in the bestselling Block Book series. Like other books in the hugely popular Block Book series, Disney Princess Block features die-cut shapes on every spread...

TATTY MOUSE is the ULTIMATE RECYCLER. She doesn’t like to see anything go to waste and thinks of inventive ways of reusing what others throw away. With her super-cool tool kit and craft box, find out how Tatty Mouse has a cool BIRTHDAY! A BRILLIANT new...

With adorable artwork and a soft, sweet story, Lullaby Bunny is the perfect book to share with the whole family.Book InformationISBN 9781835441558Author Igloo BooksFormat HardbackPage Count 24Imprint Igloo Books LtdPublisher Bonnier Books...

An hilarious and gripping festive whodunnit, perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Agatha ChristieIt's Christmas Eve at the Merry Monarch. Nestled amongst the Yorkshire Dales, the pub is preparing to host its annual festive games night for its rabble of...

The art of needle felting can produce endless possibilities of hyper-realistic – almost taxidermic – results. With a little know-how, some needles, wool and a few inexpensive accessories, you can learn to needle felt like a professional. Take your needle...

A selection of the exquisite, passionate verse of the Palestinian poet Najwan Darwish, superbly translated into English Born in Jerusalem in 1978, Najwan Darwish is one of the most beloved poets of the Arabic-speaking world. In this definitive...

While the term villa is generic today, its meaning extended across the entirety of ancient Roman life: villas supplied food, oil, and wine to towns and cities and produced raw materials for craft industries and building construction. Villas were also...

Do you feel stuck? So many of us live stuck. Stuck in trying to seem perfect. Stuck in sadness. Stuck feeling numb. Stuck pursuing more stuff to make us happy. Stuck in something we can't even name. These stuck places often go unattended inside of us and...

Mr Darcy dreads the first sign of spring. Flowers blooming means only one thing – dancing season, and Mr Darcy simply cannot dance. Can Lizzy convince Mr Darcy to take a turn around the maypole?Book InformationISBN 9781916790414Author Alex FieldFormat...

In a world dominated by technology and urban sprawl, there's a longing for simplicity and a connection back to nature. This captivating journey into the heart of rural renaissance celebrates the timeless charm and enduring appeal of rustic living in the...

When you take a look at our world today, it often seems as if society is imitating the decline of ancient Israel. In a historical blink of an eye, we are shedding old beliefs and grasping for new ones. What was unthinkable two decades ago is acceptable...

This book links Calvinist belief in the Perpetual Assurance of Salvation with self-efficacy for economic success. Certain values are at stake for the success of economic behavior. Since the genesis of modern capitalism, a set of beliefs proper of...

'The stories are rich in dialogue - indeed on many pages there is only dialogue - while the quick exchange of words beats out the rhythm of history on the move' CLAIRE CONNOLLY from her preface to The Experiences of an Irish R. M.The stories in The...

Laura Dowling is an expert floral designer artist who combines French-inspired designs with the wildness of nature to create romantic floral arrangements. In her book, she shares her process for creating a beautiful Christmas at home, drawing inspiration...

Philip Wallis visited South and West Wales several times with his camera between 1961 and 1963 and captured on film a great variety of bus operators in that part of the country. Civic pride was strong and no less than seven municipal undertakings ran bus...

Wang Changchi shouldn't be here. For generations, his family have dreamed of escaping their poverty-stricken village, with all hopes on him to finally make it out - but when he misses his chance due to a twist of fate, his only way into the city is by...

Mexican Gothic meets She is a Haunting in this sharp and propulsive horror thriller!Cora Zeng is a crime scene cleaner, washing away the remains of brutal murders and suicides in Chinatown. The bloody messes don't bother her, not when she's already...

This book explores the architectural marvels which are to be found across the New England landscape of north-east America. This captivating photographic journey explores family house design, seamlessly integrating architecture with the region's diverse...

An ordinary kid becomes Crankenstein on the most lovey-dovey, yuckiest day of the year: Valentine's Day. Cheesy cards, allergy-inducing bouquets, and heart-shaped everything? YECHHHH! It's enough to turn anyone into a monster!In this third entry into the...

The Word Biblical Commentary delivers the best in biblical scholarship, from the leading scholars of our day who share a commitment to Scripture as divine revelation. This series emphasizes a thorough analysis of textual, linguistic, structural, and...

Mallorca, or Majorca, is the largest island of the Balearic Islands and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Living in Mallorca means waking up to stunning Mediterranean views every day, where vibrant local culture and tranquil...

What are you chasing? Are you doing everything right but still feel empty? Are you so busy doing things for God and everyone else that you altogether miss him? Do you ever, in your busy life, stop and see him, really see him? Jennie Allen felt paralyzed...

The compelling story of the significant relationship between communism and modern architecture in postwar France The massive reshaping of French cities that took place between 1958 and 1981 is commonly regarded as a unique episode in which modernist...

'Brilliantly eerie' PETER JAMES'Engrossing and beautifully dark . . . a cracking good read' JO BRAND'A most original sleuth' THE TIMESWelcome to the River Wye: a place of poetry, historic obsession... and occult murder.Nestled deep in the Black...

Annie Leibovitz, our most celebrated living photographer, explains how her pictures are made, in this updated edition of her classic text In this newly revised edition of her seminal work, Leibovitz addresses young photographers and readers interested...

The first comprehensive study of Cassatt’s life, work, and legacy through the prism of a transatlantic framework. This book re-envisions Mary Cassatt in the context of her transatlantic network, friendships, exhibitions, politics, and legacy. Rather...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9798889833765Author Victor H. MatthewsFormat HardbackPage Count 164Imprint Fortress Press,U.S.Publisher 1517 MediaWeight(grams) 318g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9798889831754Author Savanah N. LanderholmFormat PaperbackPage Count 145Imprint Fortress Press,U.S.Publisher 1517 MediaWeight(grams) 318g