A biography that captures both the hilarity and pathos of an extraordinary woman and a remarkable life.Nancy Mitford was witty, intelligent, often acerbic and an acute observer of upper-class English idiosyncrasies. With the publication of her novels The
Sir Gawain is one of the legendary knights of King Arthur's Round Table. In this absorbing story his courage and chivalry are tested to the full when he swears to save the honour of his King by marrying the Loathly Lady.Winner of the 1985 Kate Greenaway M
Clear, easy-to-understand language and beautiful artwork make this little book is a treasure for young readers. Written in conjunction with educators, scholars, and religious advisors, Old and New Testament tales including the Birth of Jesus, Jacob's Ladd
He was a brilliant teller of tales, one of the most widely read authors of the twentieth century, and at one time the most famous writer in the world, yet W. Somerset Maugham’s own true story has never been fully told. At last, the fascinating truth is
