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This is the first full-length exploration of the work of Laura Wade, providing critical and performance perspectives on one of the UK's most frequently staged female playwrights.Laura Wade is one of the most exciting, challenging and commercially successful playwrights in the UK. Her work has been widely translated and performed across the globe, but despite the prolific appearance of her plays on professional stages, in university studios and school classrooms, sh...

'I loved this book ... this is a history we can all connect with and be inspired by' Josie Long, comedian'The epic story of this universal symbol, told with passion and erudition' Liz Lochhead, poet'Intense and gripping. Tells a grand history of the people and movements who flew and still fly the red flag' Ewan Gibbs, author of Coal Country'An internationalist tour de force and a source of inspirati...

'I am not here, then, as the accused; I am here as the accuser of capitalism dripping with blood from head to foot' – John Maclean, Speech from the Dock, 1918.Feared by the government, adored by workers, celebrated by Lenin and Trotsky; the head of British Military Intelligence called John Maclean 'the most dangerous man in Britain'.This new biography explores the events that shaped the life of a momentous man – from the Great War and the Great Unrest, to the Rent Strike an...

"Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 1 (of 2)" by Henry Glassford Bell offers a detailed exploration of the life and reign of one of history's most fascinating figures. The narrative delves into Mary’s tumultuous life, from her early years in France to her return to Scotland, highlighting her struggles for power and the political intrigues that surrounded her. Bell's work is rich in historical context, providing readers with insights into the challenges Mary faced as a female monarch in a ...

"Life of Mary Queen of Scots, Volume 2" by Henry Glassford Bell delves into the tumultuous life of one of history's most fascinating figures. This volume continues the exploration of Mary’s reign, her political struggles, and her tragic fate. Bell's narrative is rich with historical detail, providing insights into the complexities of Mary's character and the challenges she faced as a queen. The author paints a vivid picture of the political intrigue and personal conflicts that defined her ...

A new work on the subject of Mary Queen of Scots runs an eminent risk of being considered a work of supererogation. No period of British history has been more elaborately illustrated than that of her life and reign. She ascended the Scottish throne at a time replete with interest; when the country had awakened from the lethargy of ages, and when the gray dawn of civilization, heralding the full sunshine of coming years, threw its light and shade on many a bold and prominent figure, standin...

The New York Times bestselling Queen of Twists is back with a psychological masterpiece that will leave you questioning everything you know about love, identity, and revenge. This program features multicast narration and is read by actor and Audie Award–winner Richard Armitage, actor Bel Powley, and actor/comedian Henry Rowley.My Husband's Wife features sound design and special effects to enhance your listening enjoyment. Listen out for th...

In an oak-panelled room in a rural Oxford gastropub, ten young undergraduates with cut-glass vowels and deep pockets are meeting, intent on restoring their right to rule - and on getting totally "chatueaued". Members of The Riot Club, an elite student dining society, the fraternity starts to fray when they discover they're a guinea-fowl short and the prostitute they've hired is suddenly banished.An apparent spoof on Oxford's notorious Bullingdon Club, whose past members include Bor...

This book contains selected peer-reviewed papers that were presented at the Fourth International Symposium on Transportation Network Reliability (INSTR) Conference held at the University of Minnesota July 22-23, 2010. International scholars, from a variety of disciplines--engineering, economics, geography, planning and transportation—offer varying perspectives on modeling and analysis of the reliability of transportation networks in order to illustrate both vulnerability to day-to-day and ...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display.

"The Portrait of a Lady" by Henry James tells the intricate story of Isabel Archer, a spirited young American woman who inherits a substantial fortune and finds herself at the center of European society in the late 19th century. Initially determined to forge her own path and maintain her independence, Isabel faces a series of choices that shape her destiny. Her journey takes her through the complexities of love, betrayal, and the struggle for personal freedom. As she navigates relationship...

"The Portrait of a Lady" by Henry James tells the intricate story of Isabel Archer, a spirited young American woman who inherits a substantial fortune and finds herself at the center of European society in the late 19th century. Initially determined to forge her own path and maintain her independence, Isabel faces a series of choices that shape her destiny. Her journey takes her through the complexities of love, betrayal, and the struggle for personal freedom. As she navigates relationship...