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James Treadwell

    Formerly an academic specializing in British literature of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, James Treadwell now dedicates himself to writing fantasy novels, a calling perhaps seeded by formative encounters with ancient myths and epic tales. His work invites readers into worlds steeped in the distant, the solemn, and the strange, drawing upon a lifelong fascination with mythology and foundational fantasy literature. Treadwell masterfully blends scholarly depth with imaginative storytelling, crafting narratives that resonate with a rich understanding of literary heritage. His fantasy novels are journeys into realms both familiar and wondrous, infused with the spirit of epic sagas and foundational mythologies.

    A Fire Beneath the World
    Criminological Ethnography
    Advent
    Arcadia
    Criminology
    Anarchy
    • 2024

      A masterful historical crime from an author praised by the Sunday Times and the Guardian for The Infernal Riddle of Thomas Peach. This is the equally unique, witty, absorbing follow up.

      A Fire Beneath the World
    • 2019

      Criminological Ethnography

      An Introduction

      • 240 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Focusing on the intersection of ethnography and criminology, this textbook offers a comprehensive exploration of qualitative research methods within the field. Treadwell provides practical guidance on conducting ethnographic studies, emphasizing the importance of understanding social contexts in crime. The book includes case studies and critical reflections, making it an essential resource for students and researchers interested in the cultural and social dimensions of criminal behavior.

      Criminological Ethnography
    • 2016

      Arcadia

      • 528 pages
      • 19 hours of reading
      3.9(128)Add rating

      The highly anticipated third and final instalment in the Advent trilogy by critically acclaimed Treadwell.

      Arcadia
    • 2014

      Anarchy

      • 640 pages
      • 23 hours of reading

      Magic has returned and the world is returning to its natural ways in the second in the Advent trilogy by critically-acclaimed Treadwell.

      Anarchy
    • 2012

      Advent

      • 451 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      3.1(79)Add rating

      Magic is returning - and the world will be utterly changed. The first of a debut fantasy trilogy by the most exciting new talent of the decade.

      Advent
    • 2006

      Criminology

      The Essentials

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      3.6(12)Add rating

      Offering a comprehensive overview of key themes in criminology, this essential introduction serves as a concise guide for undergraduate studies. It is designed to clarify complex topics, making it an invaluable resource for students navigating their criminology courses.

      Criminology