With her trademark wit, New York Times bestselling author Grace Burrowes delivers a charming Regency romance featuring a duke in disguise and a hellion trying to convince Society she's a
With his lightning-quick wit, unbridled creativity and his ear for the absurd, Milligan revolutionised British comedy. Throughout his life, Milligan also wrote prolifically - scripts, poetry, fiction, as well as several volumes of memoir, in which he took an entirely idiosyncratic approach to the
Alexander Griboedov's Woe from Wit is one of the masterpieces of Russian drama. A verse comedy set in Moscow high society after the Napoleonic wars, it offers sharply drawn characters and clever repartee, mixing meticulously crafted banter and biting social critique. Its protagonist, Alexander
With engaging wit and subtle irony, Albert Hirschman maps the diffuse and treacherous world of reactionary rhetoric in which conservative public figures, thinkers, and polemicists have been arguing against progressive agendas and reforms for the past two hundred years. Hirschman draws his examples
Wonder and wit meet in Templeton's unflinching photographsTangentially Parenthetical is a selection of photographs from Ed Templeton's vast street photography archive--curated, arranged and then rearranged by the man himself. The next chapter to his previous book of photos (Wayward Cognitions,
With dazzling wit and astonishing insight, Bill Bryson brilliantly explores the remarkable history, eccentricities, resilience and sheer fun of the English language. From the first descent of the larynx into the throat (why you can talk but your dog can't), to the fine lost art of swearing, Bryson
Eco displays in these essays the same wit, learning, and lively intelligence that delighted readers of The Name of the Rose and Foucault s Pendulum. His range is wide, and his insights are acute, frequently ironic, and often downright funny. Translated by William Weaver. A Helen and Kurt Wolff
Endlessly digressive, boundlessly imaginative and unmatched in its absurd and timeless wit Laurence Sterne's great masterpiece of bawdy humour and rich satire defies any attempt to categorize it, with a rich metafictional narrative that might classify it as the first 'postmodern' novel. Part novel,
'Teems with sharp observation, profound moral insight, high satiric wit, and all manner of aesthetic delight.' -The New York Times Book Review A Penguin Classic This definitive edition brings together all the works that Pulitzer Prize-winning Marianne Moore wished to preserve, covering more than
Thomas Middleton (1580-1627) was a writer of great versatility, and his career as a London dramatist spans the most productive, innovative, and exciting period of theatrical activity in the history of English drama. Best known for his tragedies, he also wrote many successful comedies of city life
Filled with charm, wit, and heart, To Have and to Hoax is a fresh and eminently entertaining romantic comedy - perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory and Julia Quinn's Bridgerton
A pocket-sized collection of the wit and wisdom found in Ireland's traditional proverbs and
This enchanting collection brings together hundreds of Winston Churchill's wittiest remarks, as a record of all that was best about this endearing, conceited, talented and wildly funny
An elegantly constructed story within a story, laced with the wit that characterises the work of this outstanding European
For anyone who might be thinking of stepping into the strange and challenging vegan world of yeast flakes and cauliflower wings, The Bluffer's Guide to Veganism ensures that you will become an instant expert on strictly animal free diets (and
How To Be Parisian brilliantly deconstructs the French woman's views on culture, fashion and attitude. Bohemian free-thinkers and iconoclasts, Anne Berest, Caroline De Maigret, Audrey Diwan and Sophie Mas cut through the myths in this gorgeous, witty guide to Parisienne savoir faire. These modern
'You're strong, you're a Kelly Clarkson song, you got this.'Everything that comes out of Jonathan Van Ness's mouth is a gift from god. He's the man who taught us about hair, self-care and CON-FI-DONCE. The Little Book of Sass is a collection of the most iconic quotes from the sassiest man around on
Popular YouTube star Blippi--who keeps millions of subscribers tuning in for his trademark wit and humor--teaches children the right way to brush their teeth in this bright, colorful board book YouTube sensation Blippi has racked up more than 100 million views for his wildly captivating and
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The greatest detective who never lived. Since his first appearance in 1887, Sherlock Holmes continues to entertain and fascinate us. With his deerstalker hat, pipe and magnifying glass, not to mention his incredible powers of observation and deduction, he has pitted his wits against thieves,
Arranged alphabetically by topic, from Adam to Youth, and culled from his novels, speeches, letters, and conversations, this anthology of quotes is timeless and represents the very essence of Mark Twain -- hilarious, cranky, and
Bursting with key facts and ephemera from seven decades of mostly loud music, rock writer and academic Dr Eamonn Forde's sharp and absurdly funny Bluffer's Guide to Rock will provide musical bluffers with all the knowledge and insights needed to hold their own in any rock-centric
Norman Lewis recounts the first half of his adventurous life with his dry, infectious, laconic wit. He takes us on a journey that transforms a stammering schoolboy into a worldly-wise multilingual sergeant in the Intelligence Corps, on the point of becoming a legendary travel writer. Covers his
This New York Times bestselling hit from Meg Cabot mixes the wit of the Princess Diaries with a supernatural twist on the Arthurian legend. Ellie's thrilled to meet Will, the star football player whose popularity at her new school is almost legendary. Yet as she gets to know Will better, Ellie
BRICKS AND MORTALITY by Ann Granger is the third Campbell and Carter mystery set in the Cotswold village of Weston St Ambrose. Sure to appeal to fans of Midsomer Murders and
A wonderfully comedic novel full of sharp insight, sly wit - and a smidgeon of murder. Perfect for fans of PG Wodehouse, Julian Fellowes and Agatha
Know what to say, what not to say, what to do on a court should you make the mistake of being seen on one, and what excuses to make if you can't lay a racquet head on a ball. Never again confuse topspin with a slice, or a squash shot with a tweener. Bask in the admiration of your fellow tennis
A bite-sized collection of more than 170 quotes by and about the world's greatest rock 'n' roll band.'There's the sun, there's the moon, there's the air we breathe, and then there's the Rolling Stones.' --Keith Richards. Fans who endorse the legendary guitarist's sentiments will pore through every
Vivian Bearing, a specialist in the Sonnets of John Donne, has been diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer. Her approach to her illness is not unlike her approach to Donne: probing and rational. During the course of her illness, she reassesses her life and work with profundity and wry
Written with Gabaldon's signature wit and intelligence, this compendium features generous commentary and insider
Renowned wine expert Oz Clarke uses his trademark wit and irreverent style to explain the basics of wine appreciation and show you how to get more out of your bottle. Have you ever gone into a wine store or looked over the wine list at your favorite restaurant or bar only to panic over which one
Mitchell and Markby are digging deep to find a murderer in the third English village crime novel in Ann Granger's Mitchell & Markby
A deliciously entertaining comedic novel full of sharp insight, sly wit - and a smidgeon of murder. Perfect for fans of PG Wodehouse, Julian Fellowes and Agatha
Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy (1929 - 1994) was a First Lady with elegant style, wit and intelligence. She traveled the world as a young woman and celebrated culture. Nothing in her experience would prepare her for the success or the tragedy that would unfold in her life. The Short Biographies series
Brimming with passion, adventure and wit, the sixth installment in Ella Quinn's USA Today bestselling series puts her signature blend of high society hijinks and high-stakes romance on full display, since there's never a dull moment when laughter and romance rule the day--and a lady refuses to
Keep Jane Austen's signature wit right in your pocket with The Tiny Book of Jane Austen. In this delightfully tiny book, discover literary icon Jane Austen's famous wit and wisdom. Whether delivering powerful dialogue through characters like Elizabeth Bennet and Emma Woodhouse or powerful
'He played that so late, it was almost posthumous.' (John Arlott)For over fifty years, Test Match Special has provided the soundtrack to many cricket fans' lives - now this book collects its greatest
Never again confuse LEJOG with JOGLE, a Munro with a molehill, or a Corbett with a cairn. Bask in the admiration of your fellow enthusiasts as you pronounce confidently on the comparative merits of an Active Explorer and a Wainwright, and effortlessly learn how to solve any imponderable problem in
A collection of some of the wittiest, pithiest and wisest
Distinguished by irony, compassion and the author's own dry wit, these three novels paint a memorable picture of life in the streets, schools and tenements of Glasgow in the 1950s and 60s. With a unique vision of loneliness, old age, sexual longing, hot young blood and youth's casual cruelty,
From the celebrated Ursula K. Le Guin, a writer of enormous intelligence and wit, a master storyteller (Boston Globe), the revised and updated edition of her classic guide to the essentials of a writer's craft. Completely revised and rewritten to address modern challenges and opportunities, this
'I don't regret for a single moment having lived for pleasure. I did it to the full, as one should do. . . ' Oscar Wilde. Explore the life of Oscar Wilde through his own words, lavishly illustrated with paintings, photos, cartoons, and caricatures. With his sharp wit and dramatic life, Oscar Wilde
This clever little collection includes witty sections on birth & baptism; love & marriage; death & funerals; the pub; and the great and the good. It quotes from many Irish legends such as Jonathan Swift, Oliver Goldsmith, Oscar Wilde, James Joyce, and Seamus Heaney, to name a few Contains B&W
When I decided to explore the question of Witz, or wit, with you this year, I undertook a small enquiry. It will come as no surprise at all that I began by questioning a poet. This is a poet who introduces the dimension of an especially playful wit that runs through his work, as much in his prose
Proverbs from Around the World collects the best proverbs from all corners of the earth. As much as there are differences in our cultures, traditions, and beliefs, there are more similarities between us all than we all realize. One of these similarities is our penchant to record age-old wisdom
Evliya Celebi was the 17th century's most diligent, adventurous, and honest recorder, whose puckish wit and humor are laced throughout his ten-volume masterpiece. This brand new translation brings Evliya sparklingly back to life. 'Well worth a read.'-Irish Echo
Can Cass defeat an all-powerful magician, even though she has no powers herself? With wit, speed and the daring Company of Eight at her side, anything is
Filled with Clive James's typical wit, warmth, erudition and enthusiasm, this is a brilliant and original tribute to one of his great literary loves, Marcel Proust's A la recherche du temps
Marion Wink is esteemed for bringing humor and wit to that most unavoidable of subjects: death. At last, Winik's critically acclaimed, cult favorites, Glen Rock Book of the Dead and Baltimore Book of the Dead, have been carefully combined in their proper chronological order, revealing more clearly
The buttoned-up world of the British upper classes is exploded by the brilliance, wit and audacity of Saki's bomb-like stories. In 'The Unrest Cure' the ordered home of a respectable country gent is rocked to its core. For punchlines, twists, satire and pure mirth, Saki's stories are
How Dogs Think is 'a sharp-eyed analysis and wry wit' (The Seattle Times) analysis of dog behavior from bestselling author, psychologist, and world-renowned expert, Dr. Stanley Coren. With smart humor, Cohen presents informative, in-depth, and fascinating details that shatter many common
Writer, broadcaster, and wit Gyles Brandreth has completely revised Ned Sherrin's classic collection of wisecracks, one-liners, and anecdotes. With over 1,000 new quotations from all media, it's easy to find hilarious quotes on subjects ranging from Argument to Diets, from Computers to The Weather
With erudition and wit, Jean Delumeau explores the medieval conviction that paradise existed in a precise although unreachable earthly location. Delving into the writings of dozens of medieval and Renaissance thinkers, from Augustine to Dante, Delumeau presents a luminous study of the meaning of
With her customary grace, intelligence and wit, Barbara Brown Taylor explores what quantum physics, the new biology and chaos theory can teach people of faith and why scientists sound like poets and why physicists use the language of imagination, ambiguity, and mystery that is also found in
These inventive and entertaining pieces display the early sparkles of wit and imagination of Jane Austen's mature fiction. Written when she was only in her teens, they are by turns amusing, acerbic and occasionally downright silly.'Love and Friendship' and 'Lesley Castle' provide parodies of the
In 'this inventive and playful book' (Tom Beer, Newsday), James Geary explores every facet of wittiness, from its role in innovation to why puns are the highest form of wit. Adopting a different style for each chapter--from dramatic dialogue to sermon, heroic couplets to a barroom monologue--Geary
With an acute eye and an irrepressible wit, Margaret Visser takes a fascinating look at the way we eat our meals. From the ancient Greeks to modern yuppies, from cannibalism and the taking of the Eucharist to formal dinners and picnics, she thoroughly defines the eating ritual. 'Read this book
'I will always believe in the strength we have as women.' As the queen of pop music since the glory days of Destiny's Child to her incredible solo career, Beyonc is one of the most inspiring and powerful women in music. The Little Book of Queen Bey is a collection of the most iconic quotes from a
In these delightful tales, Oscar Wilde employs all his grace, artistry and wit. The Happy Prince tells of the statue of a once pleasure-loving Prince which, with the help of a selfless Swallow helps people in distress. As well as The Nightingale and the Rose, The Devoted Friend and The Remarkable
With the same wit and perception that distinguished his stylish books on Paris, London, and Rome, M. Sasek pictures fabulous, big-hearted New York City in This Is New York, first published in 1960 and now updated for the 21st century. The Dutchman who bought the island of Manhattan from the Native
* The sexy new novel from Candace Bushnell, full of her trademark wit and
With her trademark wit, Grace Burrowes brings us a delightful marriage of convenience in the final novel of the New York Times bestselling Windham Brides
New edition of this bestselling and laugh out loud humour title.The almost incomprehensible wit and wonder of Irish slang words.Can you tell your bowsies from your gougers from your gurriers? No? Well, it's time to stop acting the maggot and find out, courtesy of this invaluable reference book
David Gaffney's compact, surreal tales are filled with poignancy and wit. Each story goes off like a tiny depth charge in the mind, leaving you with the trace memory of some new urban myth - comic, absurd and disturbingly
'A burst of warmth and wit, twists and turns' MARIAN KEYES'This is Cathy Kelly on top form writing about warm, believable women with real, messy lives' RACHEL HORE'Other Women captures the stories of three modern women... A real feel-good read' HEAT'The brilliant storyteller is back with another
With characteristic wit and passion, West Ham fan Brian Williams examines the club's relocation to the London Stadium and what both club and fans have lost in the
'On every page Lodato's prose sings with a robust, openhearted wit, making Edgar & Lucy a delight to read...Lodato keeps us in his thrall because his grip on the tiller stays reassuringly firm. Not to mention the supporting cast he's gathered, a group so eclectic and beguiling that many of them
Known for the wit of her writing, in her lifetime Catherine Cookson became the UK's most widely read novelist. When the Cookson Estate discovered the unpublished manuscript of Saint Christopher and the Gravedigger in the attic of her home, they unearthed a gem for Cookson's many fans.Gravedigger
The wit and wisdom of Auberon
'Ridley writes with panache, wit, and humor and displays remarkable ingenuity in finding ways to present complicated materials for the lay reader.' -- Los Angeles Times In a bold and provocative interpretation of economic history, Matt Ridley, the New York Times-bestselling author of Genome and The
Written with wit, brio and no small amount of bile, Luke Haines recounts how it felt to ride a wave of self-congratulatory success in a world with no taste. Funny, honest and ridiculously entertaining, Luke Haines attacks anyone within rifle range, and is more than happy to turn the gun on
Positive Affirmations and Motivational Quotes for a Badass'No matter how you use it, there can be benefits for you and your daily life.'--Nerdy Girl Express#1 Best Seller in Popular Culture, Quotations, Women's Studies, Love & Marriage Humor, Self-Esteem, LGBT, and TriviaBadass Affirmations is full
Can you feel nostalgic for a life you've never known?Suffused with her much-loved warmth and wit, Emma John's memoir follows her moving and memorable journey to master one of the hardest musical styles on earth - and to find her place in an alien world.Emma had fallen out of love with her violin
Proverbs, once described as 'the wisdom of many and the wit of one', offer unique insights the way of life and the social mores of past generations.This book features an introduction which explores the role of proverbs in Scottish culture and over 1,000 proverbs arranged in easily accessible A-Z
'Remarkable . . . Scott Lynch's first novel, The Lies of Locke Lamora, exports the suspense and wit of a cleverly constructed crime caper into an exotic realm of fantasy, and the result is engagingly entertaining.'--The Times (London) An orphan's life is harsh--and often short--in the mysterious
A collection and celebration of the very best words, wit, wisdom, rants and one-liners from Jeremy Hardy, one of Britain's best-loved comedians. With introductions from Jack Dee and Mark Steel and edited by his wife Katie Barlow and long-time producer David
One of the most recognizable and revolutionary names in twentieth-century women's fashion, Coco Chanel created an empire that continues to be one of the biggest names in the industry today. Famous for innovations such as the Chanel suit, shoulder bags, and the iconic 'little black dress,' Chanel's
With a healthy dose of wit and a heaping helping of wisdom, New York Times bestselling author Eric Metaxas answers questions about Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and much
With its wit, its social precision and, above all, its irresistible heroine, Pride and Prejudice has proved one of the most enduringly popular novels in the English
This is the very first anthology of Ethiopian poetry in English, packed with all the energy, wit, and heartache of a beautiful country and language. From folk and religious poems, warrior boasts, praises of women and kings and modern plumbing; through a flowering of literary poets in the twentieth
For fans of computers and comedy alike, an accessible and entertaining look into how we can use artificial intelligence to make smart machines funny. Computers and smart devices are not known for their joke-telling abilities. And yet, as Tony Veale explains in Your Wit Is My Command, machines are
Wilde's works are suffused with his aestheticism, brilliant craftsmanship, legendary wit and, ultimately, his tragic muse. He wrote tender fairy stories for children employing all his grace, artistry and wit, of which the best-known is The Happy Prince. Counterpoints to this were his novel The
'Powerful . . . full of impossible hope . . . There is warmth and wit and a hard-won wisdom' Roxane Gay, New York Times Book
Sparkling with wit and mischief and brimming with imaginative vignettes and unconventional musings, Call Me Zebra is a riotous, erudite, unpredictable novel about literature, lust and
Possession is an exhilarating novel of wit and romance, at once a literary detective novel and a triumphant love story. Following a trail of letters, journals and poems they uncover a web of passion, deceit and tragedy, and their quest becomes a battle against time. WINNER OF THE BOOKER
Jane Austen's first published work, meticulously constructed and sparkling with her unique wit Marianne Dashwood wears her heart on her sleeve, and when she falls in love with the dashing but unsuitable John Willoughby she ignores her sister Elinor's warning that her impulsive behaviour leaves her
When Warren Buffett Speaks. . . people listen. 'If people want to improve their investing skills, it has to help to study how the Master does it. This short book outlines Buffett's philosophy and techniques.' --Peter S. Lynch, Fidelity Investments 'Common sense with a deft irony . . .' --John C
Filled with charm, wit, and heart, To Love and to Loathe is a fresh and eminently entertaining romantic comedy - perfect for fans of Jasmine Guillory and Julia Quinn's Bridgerton
Thurber's rapier wit meets its match in Yoon's intelligent, powerful imagery in this classic tale about the absurdity of
Full of imagination, wit and random sh*t flying through the air, this high-octane adventure from an irreverent new voice in genre fiction will blow your tiny
It is a truth universally acknowledged that Jane Austen never goes out of style.Jane Austen's much-loved novels vividly describe 19th-century society. But they are also timeless classics that continue to enjoy wild popularity 200 years after the author's death. Her delightfully quotable
Celebrating the almost incomprehensible wit and wonder of Irish slang words. Incorporating everything from The Feckin' Book of Irish Slang and The 2nd Feckin' Book of Irish Slang, with more slang too! Feckin'
A lovely tribute to one of the most inspirational voices of our
The eleventh Stephanie Plum mystery Eleven On Top is packed full of Janet Evanovich's trademark wit, adventure and sly
Full of grit, wit and dark humour, More, Better Deals showcases Edgar award-winning author Joe Lansdale's brilliant writing and delivers another unputdownable
Told with uncensored Southern wit and guidance, this inspirational memoir 'is a good primer on getting into the psychic realm' (Booklist) and recounts the story of a Hollywood film executive who journeys through the cosmic wilderness and, against all odds, discovers psychic superpowers that
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With the warmth and wit of Maeve Binchy and the secrets and twists of Liane Moriarty, this is the utterly original and compelling new novel from Irish Times bestseller Carmel
Fly By Night is the stunningly original, fabulously inventive debut novel packed with humour and wit from the Costa Award winning author of The Lie Tree, Frances
A side-splitting compendium of over 3,500 gems of recent wit, wisdom, one-liners and
Banksyisms. The Wit, Wisdom and Inspiration of An Art Outlaw is an in-depth look at his inspirational and witty commentary, complemented by images of his most iconic work. Featuring observations and insight, vibrantly illustrated with photography it also includes a timeline spanning his full career
'An outpouring of truth, wit, and beautiful comedic wisdom.' Katherine Ryan 'Such a funny and interesting book.' Sara Pascoe'Finally my vagina has a voice!' London Hughes 'Powerful, bold, vulnerable, beautiful, hilarious, universal, unique.' Scarlett Curtis
Karl Lagerfeld was a modern master of couture. He was also legendarily outspoken--his wise and surprising statements popped up like offbeat news flashes. This compact collection of quotations pays homage to the renowned minence grise of the fashion world. Lagerfeld's pronouncements on fashion,
The popular comedian and science presenter blends memoir, wit, and popular science to examine the human
In a culture dominated by gym fail memes, sweat patches, and a bit too much grunting, the fitness world is embarrassing enough without not knowing what to do, how to act or what to say. Whether holding your own in a fitness discussion with a high-intensity gym 'bro', or nervously stepping onto the
‘Susan Woodford is the ideal guide … She writes with feeling, wit and deep knowledge, wisely but unpretentiously … shows how enjoyment and learning can be one and the same’ Julian Bell Exploring the origins, designs and themes of over one hundred pictures from different periods and places,
It isn't that journalism is particularly difficult - one look at Piers Morgan will prove that any fool can do it - but it nonetheless requires a level of braggadocio and bluster that would make even Donald Trump blush. It is possible to bluff one's way through discussions on wine, or Brexit, or
A collection of inspirational and meaningful quotes perfect for every lover of fishing. Fishing is a pastime as old as humanity itself, and while the process and techniques have changed and evolved with new technology and strategies, the simple goal of catching a fish is timeless. Whether by
Known for the wit of her writing, Catherine Cookson was the UK's most widely read novelist during her lifetime. When her Estate discovered this never-before-published memoir in the attic of her home, it was an astonishing find. Before I Go is the definitive story of her life, in the author's own
Admired for the poetical heights of his Canti, the gentle wit of his prose dialogues and the soul-searching questionings of his Zibaldone (Notebooks), Leopardi was also an acute social commentator and a sharp dissector of the human mind.Thoughts - a collection of philosophical and critical
Arranged thematically--from Class and Character, Sex and Snobbery, to the Foreigner's Eye View--here is the definitive collection of the British nation's funniest quotations. Among the many great and good who dazzle us with their wit are Martin Amis, Jane Austen, Billy Connolly, Quentin Crisp,
The latter, originally a commission for BBC Radio, rendered the classical tale with all the flare, wit and engagement that we have come to expect from this most distinctive of contemporary authors, and in so doing brought Odysseus's return from the Trojan War memorably to
The perfect gift for Valentine's DayPossession is an exhilarating novel of wit and romance, at once a literary detective novel and a triumphant love story. Following a trail of letters, journals and poems they uncover a web of passion, deceit and tragedy, and their quest becomes a battle against
Instantly acquire all the knowledge you need to pass as an expert in the world of canine canniness. Written by experts and offering readers the opportunity to pass off appropriated knowledge as their own, the Bluffer's Guides provide hard fact masquerading as frivolous observation in one witty,