Thompson: 620 books

An essential short history of classical music, and a standalone accompaniment to the Handy Guides series Trace the history of classical music from its birth through the Baroque, Classical and Romantic periods and right up to the present day. Packed full of essential information, this pocket-sized...

An eclectic, fun, and informative guide to the 50 moments that changed classical music forever From technological advances in music recording and practical innovations to landmark concerts and the births and deaths of the great composers, this book discusses the moments that defined classical...

A witty and fun graphic depiction of the classical music world   With this fun and lighthearted book, readers can see the world of classical music as it’s never been seen before. Using flow charts, pie charts, Venn diagrams, checklists, graphs, and other ingenious graphics, the authors...

For readers who are unsure of the difference between an alto and a contralto, wonder exactly when to applaud at a concert, or aren't even sure what music they should be listening to in the first place, this is the perfect guide All too often, potential classical music listeners are put off...

A fresh, funny guide to modern fatherhood, full of essential advice and engaging anecdotes that take on being a "good dad" in a light-hearted, realistic way Becoming a dad is the greatest—and, yet, the most difficult—privilege for any man. Dads don't have the same network of...

Sir Edward Heath KG MBE MP (1916–2005) was one of the most influential and controversial British politicians—and one of the most elusive and enigmatic personalities—of the post-war era. He was the first leader of the Conservative Party to be formally elected by the party's MPs, rather than "emerging;"...

The memoirs of the last British Admiral to lead an aircraft carrier into active battle A story that covers Britain's most remarkable battleships and naval events of the recent past A unique view from the highest levels of the British admiralty "I slept that night in my top bunk, as we...

Having served in the SAS for more than 20 years, Floyd Woodrow MBE DCM has achieved at the very highest levels. Inspiring his men in the most demanding of situations, he drove his team to success, ultimately being awarded the UK's second-highest award for gallantry, the Distinguished Conduct Medal....

An intense and dramatic exploration of what life on the frontline is like for soldiers of all ranks, filled with voices of veterans from World War II, the Korean War, the Falklands, the Gulf wars, and many other conflicts   Glorified and vilified, everyone has an opinion about soldiers,...

A celebration of the Royal Family at Christmas, organized thematically and ranging from medieval times to the 20th century A Royal Christmas is a Christmas pudding of a book, full of silver threepenny pieces. Organized thematically, it covers such topics as Christmas and conflict in the 20th...

This ebook will give you the secrets from a pro on how to set up and maintain a vibrant and healthy aquarium for your prized tropical fish. You will get the "Shopping List" and the "Quick Reference Checklist" to make your adventure simple and complete. These secrets will save you time, money, and frustration. You will not be disappointed!

A generation-x journey in and out of religious life. This is an autobiography of my spiritual journey seeking God and finding myself.

 Memoir   In 1987, Sara Niles fled for her life from a violent abuser with her five young children in tow, this the story of their journey of survival. Excerpts "She made thirty suicide attempts before the age of thirty. Some unseen and unknown inner...

Some people go out in the forest to find Bigfoot, and THINK they know what to do, but they don't. There are only a few ways to find Bigfoot, but a lot of ways NOT to find him!