They called him America's first teenager, James Dean starred in just three films but his death in 1955 aged 24 - dying as he lived - made him an icon of the rebellious youth culture that he had symbolised in Rebel without Cause. This biography explores the myth that built up around Dean's turbulent private life and unravels the truth behind it.

What if you could live an entire day at PEACE. How about a week? A month? Can you even imagine it?According to the famous Mayo Clinic, "some signs that you need help controlling your anger include:* Often feeling that you have to hold in your anger* Frequent arguments with your partner, children or co-workers that escalate frustrations* Trouble with the law* Physical violence, such as hitting your partner or children or starting fights*Threat...

William Hall Chapman's *William Shakspere and Robert Greene: the Evidence* is a concise work of literary-historical argument, examining the long-debated connection between Shakespeare and Robert Greene through close attention to documentary traces, polemical context, and textual implication. Positioned within the tradition of Shakespearean source study and authorship controversy, the book is marked by an evidentiary, analytical style: Chapman weighs the famous Greene references, especially...

A paranormal investigator reveals the full story behind one of America's most famous hauntings: the 1974 Bridgeport Poltergeist.In 1974, news reports of paranormal phenomena witnessed by police in Bridgeport, Conecticut, drew crowds of thousands to an otherwise normal New England home. National media reported jumping furniture, floating refrigerators, and attacking entities. None of these events were ever explained.Now the story of the Bridgeport Poltergeis...

In the heart of war-torn Warsaw, a group of young Boy Scouts embarks on a perilous mission. Led by the resourceful Janek, they navigate treacherous streets, outwit Nazi patrols, and risk their lives to aid the Polish resistance. As the city crumbles around them, the Scouts' courage and determination are tested to the limit. Will they succeed in their mission and help liberate their beloved city?

A spirited tale of high adventure, Kidnapped has charmed and delighted generations of readers ever since its publication more than a hundred years ago. Seventeen-year-old David Balfour is plunged into danger when his uncle contrives to cheat him out of his inheritance. His harrowing ordeal finds him in the company of renegades and rebels and takes him from tempestuous seas to the Scottish highlands.This handsome, meticulously produced Warbler Classics edition includes all ...

The diary of a World War One U-Boat commander. As well as being a fascinating glimpse of life on the German U-boats during the intense submarine blockade, this also reminds us there were humans involved - on both sides of the action - as we read too of the intimate thoughts and intense love of a man longing for his sweetheart.

"The Stately Homes of England" by S. C. Hall and Llewellynn Frederick William Jewitt is a captivating exploration of the grand estates that define England's architectural heritage. The book delves into the history, design, and significance of these stately homes, showcasing their opulent interiors and exquisite gardens. Through detailed descriptions and illustrations, the authors bring to life the stories of the families who inhabited these magnificent residences, revealing the cultural an...

In the heart of the Industrial Revolution, Archibald Williams unveils the captivating world of machines in "The Romance of Modern Mechanism." This literary masterpiece weaves a tapestry of science, history, and human ingenuity, exploring the intricate workings of engines, turbines, and other marvels of engineering. Williams' vivid prose and insightful observations paint a vibrant portrait of the transformative power of technology, inviting readers to witness the dawn of a new era where mac...

Many Christians today long to become reacquainted with their ancient ancestors in the faith. They see a deeper worship and devotion in the prayers and hymns of the early church. And they believe that the writings of the early church can shed new light on their understanding of Scripture. But where and how do we begin? Our first encounter with the writings of the church fathers may seem like visiting a far country where the language, assumptions, concerns, and conclusions are completely unf...

Richard III brings the Wars of the Roses cycle of history plays to a close in bloody fashion. Arguably Shakespeare’s most villainous king, we watch in horror and delight as Richard murders his way to the throne, unable to resist his cruel wit and dark humour. This is a hugely entertaining and diabolical adventure that tells the story of one man’s journey to heaven, then back to hell.

The Comedy of Errors is a brilliant piece of theatrical mechanism, a story of mounting confusion involving two pairs of twins. But it also explores the relations between lovers and between husband and wife, and ends with the warmth and reconciliation of a multiple family reunion.