Biography
A range of biographical studies, with an emphasis on the lives of writers, poets, artists, architects, educators and religious figures.
Charlotte Mason:
Hidden Heritage and Educational Influence
By Margaret A. Coombs
The definitive biography of the Victorian educator Charlotte Mason, revealing new information about her background and her importance in woman's education.
ISBN: 9780718844080
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Cranmer in Context
By Peter Newman Brooks
An anthology of and introduction to the life and writings of Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, Tudor martyr and creator of The Book of Common Prayer.
ISBN: 9780718827908
The Dictionary of British Women Artists
By Sara Gray
An extensively illustrated and detailed biographical dictionary, providing an invaluable source of information on the contribution of female British artists.
ISBN: 9780718830847
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Doctor of Souls:
Leslie Dixon Weatherhead 1893–1976
By John C. Travell
The full-length biography of the Methodist minister and author Leslie Dixon Weatherhead, exploring his life and the context in which he wrote and preached.
ISBN: 9780718829919
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Doors of Possibility:
The Life of Emmeline Tanner 1876–1955
By Susan Major
The absorbing story of Emmeline Tanner, headmistress of Roedean, and her impact on girls' secondary education in England.
ISBN: 9780718829223
Eric Ravilious:
Memoir of an Artist
By Helen Binyon
An extensively illustrated portrait of one of the leading English artists of the inter-war period, who produced a major body of work in a variety of media.
ISBN: 9780718829209
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George Devey:
Architect 1820–1886
By Jill Allibone
A comprehensive survey of the life and work of the Victorian pioneer of the vernacular revival, including a complete catalogue, photographs and plans.
ISBN: 9780718827854
Getting Here From There:
Conversations on Life and Work
By Margaret R. Miles and Hiroko Sakomura
A conversation between an American theologian and a Japanese arts producer, combining personal reflection with insight into gender roles and expectations.
ISBN: 9780718892630
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Graham Sutherland:
Life, Work and Ideas
By Rosalind Thuillier
A valuable and extensively illustrated study of the life and work of a major figure in 20th-century British art, offering a unique insight into his work.
ISBN: 9780718893408
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Henry Wilson:
Practical Idealist
By Cyndy Manton
The first monographic study of the innovative designer Henry Wilson and his significant contribution to early 20th-century design, art and architecture.
ISBN: 9780718830977
