Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour.Learn about the Egyptian gods, mummification and how the Egyptians built the only wonder of the ancient world still standing – the Pyramids of Giza.Exploring the historic rise of Egyptian civilizationand its continued influence on the world today, Ancient Egypt in an Hour is an excellent companion to a mysterious and enthralling period of history.Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour…

Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour.With the passing of Nelson Mandela, ‘the father of the nation’, comes the end of an era, and the moment to look back on his remarkable saving, and remaking, of South Africa. After years of oppression and racial inequality, concentrated violence and apartheid, Mandela led the country to unite ‘for the freedom of us all’ as the country’s first black President.SOUTH AFRICA: HISTORY IN AN HOUR gives a lively account of the f...

After a rather dissolute youth and having been disowned by his father, John Caldigate sets sail for Australia with his friend Dick Shand hoping to make his fortune in the goldfields in New South Wales. On the voyage, he meets Euphemia Smith and they conduct an indiscreet affair aboard. After various problems, Caldigate literally strikes gold and returns to England. On his return, Caldigate meets and marries a previous acquaintance, Hester Bolton, and they have a son. He sets himself up as ...

Storr’s The Art of Psychotherapy first appeared in 1979 and became an instant classic. After Storr’s death, a third edition was rewritten and revised by Jeremy Holmes, and this fourth edition is a further up-to-date iteration.Storr (1920–2001) and Holmes, both medical psychoanalytic psychotherapists, are ‘elders’ in the world of psychotherapy. Their eclectic, experienced and cultured voices offer students and psychotherapy practitioners clinical wisdom hard to find elsewhe...

Hearts in Conflict & Secret Longings – 3 Classic Historical Romance Novels is a curated exploration of passion, loyalty, and societal constraints set against the backdrop of history's intricate tapestries. This anthology brings together three remarkable narratives that exemplify the allure and turmoil of romance in times past. With styles ranging from sentimental realism to finely detailed social commentary, each narrative immerses readers in a world of longing and moral quandaries. Notabl...

Hearts in Conflict & Secret Longings is an exquisite anthology that captures the quintessence of historical romance, weaving tales of passion and intrigue amidst the backdrop of 19th-century societal norms. The collection transcends mere romantic entanglements, delving into the emotional and psychological turmoils faced by its characters. Readers will find an impressive range of literary styles, from Evans' emotive prose and intricate character depth to Holmes' mastery of plot twists and T...

A prophecy. A stolen throne. A boy who never wanted to be a hero.Kenneth Phynndragon is an ordinary English university student—until the morning his father and a mysterious stranger order him to destroy Scotland's most sacred relic: the Stone of Destiny. The legendary coronation stone is said to hold the power to crown true kings and restore Scotland's freedom. Ancient verses foretell a boy who has lost his only friend, a traitor's son, a mighty sword, and a perilo...

'Suitable Vengeance' is the story of the fictional character Colin Harris who was a highly imaginative white-collar criminal in the early years of the 21st Century. His success in monetary terms did not approach the magnitude of some high profile corporative thieves whose 'take' was measured in billions, but the motivation and sheer variety of Harris's schemes make his story both intriguing and plausible.It is an anecdote of the single-minded driving force generated by a life-changi...

Underbelly meets Molly's Game - the true crime investigation that rewrote the story of Melbourne's infamous gangland war and triggered a royal commission.Melbourne's gangland war was an era dominated by murders, stings, hits, drug busts, corruption and greed - inspiring bestselling books and even a popular TV series, Underbelly. It took the police a decade to curtail the violence and bring down criminal k...

What is psychoanalysis? Is it relevant to today’s mental health crisis? How can psychoanalysis help people suffering from psychological distress and illness? This vital new book examines how psychoanalysis has changed since its inception, and how it has adapted to the needs and concerns of 21st-century mental health professionals and patients.The first part of this book provides a concise and unbiased account of the origins of psychoanalysis, and the theories which characterise the...

Julius Caesar Complete Works – World’s Best CollectionAll Works - All War Writings, Rarities Plus Biography and BonusesThis is the world’s best Julius Caesar collection, including the most complete set of works available plus many free bonus materials.JULIUS CAESARGaius Julius Caesar was a famous Roman general and statesman who played a critical role in what led to the fall of the Roman Republic and the rise of the Roman Empire. Through a series of events and...

Long considered ground zero for global climate change in the United States, Florida presents the perfect case study for disaster risk and prevention. Building on the idea that disasters are produced by historical and contemporary social processes as well as natural phenomena, Amanda D. Concha-Holmes and Anthony Oliver-Smith present a collection of ethnographic case studies that examine the social and environmental effects of Florida’s public and private sector development policies. Contrib...