Of This Our Country(Paperback)

Of This Our Country(Paperback)

To define Nigeria is to tell a half-truth. Many have tried, but most have concluded that it is impossible to capture the true scope and significance of Africa's most populous nation through words or

Poverty (Lister Ruth)(Paperback)

Poverty remains one of the most urgent issues of our time. In this fully updated edition of her important intervention on the topic, Ruth Lister introduces students to the meaning and experience of poverty in the contemporary world. The book opens with a lucid discussion of current debates around

Charles Bovary, Country Doctor: Portrait of a Simple Man (Amery Jean)(Paperback)

Fans of Flaubert's Madame Bovary will want to read this reimagination of one of literature's most famous failures, Charles Bovary. Part fiction, part philosophy, Charles Bovary, Country Doctor is also a book about love. Jean Am ry undertakes one of the most unusual projects in twentieth-century

The Wagner Operas (Newman Ernest)(Paperback)

In this classic guide, the foremost Wagner expert of our century discusses ten of Wagner's most beloved operas, illuminates their key themes and the myths and literary sources behind the librettos, and demonstrates how the composer's style changed from work to work. Acclaimed as the most complete

Moment of Astrology (Cornelius Geoffrey)(Paperback)

This is the revised edition of one of the most important astrological books of our time. It not only reshapes the view of astrology that astrologers might have; it challenges the entire notion of what constitutes knowing and knowledge in our civilisation. It shows that astrology is not only

Charles & Camilla: Portrait of a Love Affair (Brandreth Gyles)(Paperback)

This is the definitive account of one of the most extraordinary stories of our time. Gyles Brandreth, who spent many hours with Prince Philip in both formal and informal interviews, presents a unique portrait of his son, Charles, Prince of Wales, and of the one 'non-negotiable' love of his life,

Star-Spangled Crown: A Simple Guide to the American Monarchy (Coulombe Charles a.)(Paperback)

For 240 years, most Americans have identified our country with its government as the embodiment of 'Freedom' and the nation itself. Take away the Constitution, Congress, and presidential elections, and not only liberty but the United States themselves would vanish. Or would they? We have a

Wittgenstein's Vienna (Janik Allan)(Paperback)

This is a remarkable book about a man (perhaps the most important and original philosopher of our age), a society (the corrupt Austro-Hungarian Empire on the eve of dissolution), and a city (Vienna, with its fin-de si cle gaiety and corrosive melancholy). The central figure in this study of a

Prayer for Beginners (Kreeft Peter)(Paperback)

Peter Kreeft brings his unique insights to this most important area of our spiritual lives. He claims he himself is still a beginner in prayer, and this book is for all those, like him, who feel that they are not good at praying but desire to become much better at it. Thus, Kreeft offers simple,

If Not, Winter: Fragments of Sappho (Sappho)(Paperback)

In this 'gorgeous translation' (The New York Times), one of our most fearless and original poets provides a tantalizing window onto the genius of a woman whose lyric power spans millennia. Of the nine books of lyrics the ancient Greek poet Sappho is said to have composed, only one poem has survived

Democracy and Its Critics (Dahl Robert A.)(Paperback)

In this prize-winning book, one of the most prominent political theorists of our time makes a major statement about what democracy is and why it is important. Robert Dahl examines the most basic assumptions of democratic theory, tests them against the questions raised by its critics, and recasts

Elon Musk: In His Own Words (Easto Jessica)(Paperback)

Get inside the head of one of the most compelling entrepreneurs of our time with this collection of quotes from global business icon Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of Tesla Motors and SpaceX. Elon Musk, the South African-born entrepreneur who made his first fortune with Internet companies such as

Coastlines: The Story of Our Shore (Barkham Patrick)(Paperback)

Told through a series of walks beside the sea, this is a story of the most beautiful 742 miles of coastline in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: their rocks, plants and animals, their views, walks and history, and the people who have made their lives within sight of the waves. As he travels

How to Lose a Country: The 7 Steps from Democracy to Dictatorship (Temelkuran Ece)(Paperback)

'This is essential' Margaret Atwood on Twitter'She's one of the most acute and perceptive analysts of the furtive growth of fascism. Everyone should know about this' Philip Pullman'Vibrates with outrage' The Times 'It couldn't happen here' Ece Temelkuran heard reasonable people in Britain say it

For Your Consideration: Keanu Reeves (Zageris Larissa)(Paperback)

This illustrated collection of humorous essays and fun extras makes the case for one of our most iconic celebrities, from Bill and Ted to John Wick. Critics have long debated Keanu Reeves's career, but one thing is for certain: over the course of thirty years, the seemingly immortal actor has

The Working Brain: An Introduction to Neuropsychology (Luria Aleksandr R.)(Paperback)

This important book, by the most distinguished Soviet psychologist of our time, is the product of almost forty years of extensive research aimed at understanding the cerebral basis of human psychological activity. The main part of the book describes what we know today about the individual systems

Theory of the Hashtag (Bernard Andreas)(Paperback)

This is a short book about the most prominent sign of our times. The simple # sign is now used so widely that it is easy to overlook the fundamental effects it has had in the structuring of public debate. With its help, statements are bundled together and discourse is organized and amplified around

The Fall of Interpretation: Philosophical Foundations for a Creational Hermeneutic (Smith James K. A.)(Paperback)

In this provocative book James K. A. Smith, one of the most engaging Christian scholars of our day, offers an innovative approach to hermeneutics. The second edition of Smith's well-received debut book provides updated interaction with contemporary hermeneutical discussions and responds to

For Your Consideration: Dwayne the Rock Johnson (Dean Tres)(Paperback)

This illustrated collection of humorous essays and fun extras makes the case for one of our most iconic celebrities, from the wrestling mat to the silver screen. There are three certainties in life: death, taxes, and the awesomeness of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson. Sporting a proverbial Rotten

Ufos, Aliens and the Battle for Truth: A Short History of Ufology (Nixon Neil)(Paperback)

This no-nonsense guide to one of our most enduring mysteries presents a short history of the strangest encounters, looks carefully at explanations from the blunt to the truly bizarre, offers insights into the strongest evidence we are being visited by beings from another world, and sources the best

Our Charades and How We Played Them (Jean Francis)(Paperback)

With a Few Practical Hints On the Proper Management of This Favourite and Most Interesting Pastime This book, 'Our Charades and How We Played Them', by Jean Francis, is a replication of a book originally published before 1965. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may

This House (Graham James)(Paperback)

This country doesn't need a constitution, never has, never will. We have History as our guide. In tough times, the British do what we have always done. We muddle through.This House is a timely and relevant political comedy, exploring Westminster and the 1974 hung parliament.In the run-up to the

Age of Anger: A History of the Present (Mishra Pankaj)(Paperback)

One of our most important public intellectuals reveals the hidden history of our current global crisis.Longlisted for the Orwell Prize A New York Times Notable Book of 2017Named a Best Book of the Year by Slate and NPR How can we explain the origins of the great wave of paranoid hatreds that seem

Apple Orchard - The Story of Our Most English Fruit (Brown Pete)(Paperback / softback)