Susan Cahill Libri

Featuring 40 parks, squares and woodlands, posh and plain, both in Paris and surrounds, Cahill's illustrated guide will lead you off the beaten track to areas of Paris you might not otherwise encounter.

Delving into the rich history of Paris, this beautifully illustrated guide explores the city's renowned places of worship, highlighting their significance and architectural beauty. The author, known for previous works on Parisian gardens and streets, offers a unique perspective on how these sacred spaces reflect the city's cultural heritage and evolution. Readers will discover the stories behind these beloved landmarks, making it a captivating journey through Paris's spiritual and historical landscape.

Exploring Italy's allure, this anthology features twenty-eight acclaimed women writers who share their unique perspectives on the country. Through personal essays and narratives, they delve into the cultural, historical, and emotional connections that make Italy a captivating destination for women. Each piece highlights the richness of Italian life, showcasing the diverse experiences and insights that contribute to its enduring charm. This collection serves as both a tribute to Italy and a travel companion for those seeking to understand its magnetic appeal.

Marina's sudden disappearance into a mystical realm filled with gods and demons leaves her family in dire need of her return. As they face impending danger, the story unfolds in a unique world hidden between the relentless rain, blending elements of fantasy and urgency. The narrative explores the themes of family, sacrifice, and the struggle against time, raising the question of whether Marina can reunite with her loved ones before it's too late.

Women authors convey their relationships with their mothers in essays, memoirs, and letters that span many generations, settings and ways of life and show the universal strength of mother-daughter bonds

Colum McCann is one of the most important Irish writers in contemporary literary fiction. His work has been critically acclaimed across the globe for its artistic achievement, its thematic range and its ethical force. This Side of Brightness: Essays on the Fiction of Colum McCann is the first collection of scholarly essays to deal with McCann’s œuvre, drawing on the pioneering critical work of some of the leading figures in Irish literary studies. Touching on a host of central themes in McCann’s writing – emigration, race, performance, poverty, travel, nationality and globalization – the volume covers each of McCann’s publications and includes a substantial interview with the author. The book is an invaluable resource for current and future scholars of the Irish novel.