Max Wade-Matthews Libri

A comprehensive encyclopedia of musical instruments, covering all sections of the orchestra; and an authoritative guide to over 100 famous classical composers.

Though often seen as marginal, Matthews' engaging analysis shows that national questions were considered crucial by the British New Left.

Examines a wide range of musical instruments, including strings, woodwind, brass, percussion, keyboards and the voice, as well as rare and non-Western instruments. Famous players, orchestras and concert halls, and the role of the composer and the conductor.

Exploring the essence of music and musical instruments, this book delves into the key developments and traditions of major ancient civilizations. It investigates the origins of various musical instruments, providing insights into how these elements shaped cultural expressions throughout history. The examination of different societies highlights the evolution of music and its significance in human experience.

A comprehensively illustrated reference to musical instruments and the history of the orchestra, and a guide to 100 classical composers from Bach to Xenakis, in a newly updated large-format edition.

A fast paced conspiracy thriller focussing on a secret drug development programme. Alice Bidebecker is the best Senior Counter Intelligence Analyst the NSA has ever had, and a charismatic female protagonist who must use her cyber security skills to combat a worldwide conspiracy.

Sarah Braintree is the best Chief of Police that Jersey has ever had, but someone starts killing people. Cryptic notes left on the victims' pique Sarah's interest, and she breaks all protocols by deciding to lead the investigation herself. Will Sarah ever catch this killer and find out why they are doing it?

From the early beginnings of steam power to today's awe-inspiring high-speed passenger trains, this book spans nearly two centuries of locomotive and railway development, and it also documents 95 outstanding railway journeys around the globe. It is illustrated with over 1500 photographs.

Anya had a wonderful upbringing. Loving parents, private schooling and a place at Oxford University. The perfect life. Then, tragedy struck. Her parents were killed in a car accident and the grief made her life spiral out of control. She descended into addiction, fuelled by the bad company she was keeping.