Part cultural history, part biography, this is the fascinating story of Richard Wagner’s life, influences, gift for storytelling, and artistic revolution, culminating in the dramatic journey to write The Ring Cycle.The Ring Cycle is one of the most epic and compelling operas of the nineteenth century, created by a composer who was, alongside Dickens, Tolstoy, and Victor Hugo, also one of the century’s master storytellers. But the story of how Rich...

Jonathan Harvey (1939-2012) was one of Britain's leading composers: his music is frequently performed throughout Europe, the United States (where he lived and worked) and Japan. He is particularly renowned for his electro-acoustic music, an aspect on which most previous writing on his work has focused. The present volume is the first detailed study of music from Harvey's considerable body of work for conventional forces. It focuses on two pieces that span one of the most fertile periods in...

Part cultural history, part biography, this is the fascinating story of Richard Wagner's life, influences, gift for storytelling, and artistic revolution, culminating in his dramatic journey to write The Ring Cycle.The Ring Cycle is one of the most epic and compelling operas of the nineteenth century, created by a composer who was, alongside Dickens, Tolstoy, and Victor Hugo, also one of the century's master storytellers. But the ...

The men behind a squad of fierce female vigilantes form their own team in the first of this thrilling series from a #1 New York Times–bestselling author.Through public triumphs and private sorrows, the men in the Sisters' lives—husbands, friends, colleagues, and lovers—have offered invaluable aid and support. In the process, they've become an informal brotherhood of their own, able to relate to the unique challenges and rewards of life among the vigilantes...

#1 New York Times-Bestselling Author: Three suspenseful novellas starring hot heroes—includes Upside Down, Countdown, and Takedown!The menfolk are stepping out of the pages of #1 New York Times bestselling author Fern Michaels’ beloved Sisterhood series and into the spotlight…After years of standing by their women, the Sisterhood’s significant others have also become loyal friends. And now Jack Emery, Nikki’s hus...

This Christmas, the biggest gift is justice: Third in the exhilarating three-part series by the #1 New York Times-bestselling author!Victory is sweet, but for the Sisterhood and their allies, it's also short-lived. Now that they've convinced some coldblooded slum landlords to pay very dearly for their crimes, the Men of the Sisterhood are ready for another mission. While Jack Emery prepares a Christmas feast at his house, the gang gathers to provide one of...

She swore she’d never forgive him. Now he’s the only man who can save her career — and her heart.Mia Carter had her whole future planned — until one humiliating moment at work cost her a dream promotion and put Ethan Reed at the top of her enemies list. Years later, she’s rebuilt her confidence and landed the job she’s always wanted… only to find herself working under the one man she vowed never to trust again.Ethan has his own regrets. Calling Mia out year...

'A moving, vulnerable portrait of love, nature and a life well-lived' RORY STEWART'Touching and extraordinary, this true story seems like a fairy tale' JOANNA LUMLEY'Tender and inspiring... Deeply moving and quietly radical.' HELEN REBANKSThe long-awaited memoir of life and love on a Devon farm - Michael Morpurgo's most personal and moving book to dateFifty years ago, Michael and Clare Morpurg...

In this thrilling novel from the world’s #1 bestselling author, exclusive detective agency Private opens a new office in Australia—and before there's time to settle in they find themselves in the middle of a deadly murder case.With the best detectives in the business, cutting edge technology and offices around the globe, there is no investigation company quite like Private. Now, at a glittering launch party overlooking the iconic Opera House, Private Sydney throws ...

From the author of the Amra Thetys series comes a new novelette set in the same world, featuring the world's grumpiest old man.Sage Lhiewyn, high priest of the god of knowledge, would like nothing better than to spend his remaining days getting his naps in and collecting offerings from what few faithful remain. Unfortunately, he's going on an adventure instead. With his less-than-faithful acolyte at his side, Lhiewyn will have to face down a rampaging sewer demon. ...

Unlock a comprehensive understanding of Down syndrome with this essential guide, perfect for anyone seeking clear, concise, and accurate information. Whether you are a parent, caregiver, educator, or simply interested in learning more, this book provides a wealth of knowledge in an easy-to-understand format.This book covers everything from the basics of what Down syndrome is to the more complex details of its causes, symptoms, and potential complications. Each section is presented ...

**One of NPR's Books of the YearA "prophetic, propulsive" tale of one mysterious, messianic child with untold powers who draws three desperate souls into acts of mercy and mayhem. (Scott Blackburn)**An old woman, riddled with dementia, walks off into the woods in the middle of the night. A light in the wood draws her to a campfire with two strange, dangerous men, one young and one old, who are there plotting a crime of as-yet-indeterminate purpose. The two men have a job to...