Literary Collections

The Ends of the Earth by Roger Willemsen is a collection of twenty-two essays that take readers on a journey to the farthest reaches of our planet. From the rugged landscapes of Kamchatka to the...

Z Pallo Jordan's Letters to My Comrades is a powerful collection of writings that offer a unique insight into the liberation struggle. Spanning decades, these essays demonstrate the author's...

William Collins' catalogue of artistic works is a significant cultural resource, preserved for public access. This collection of paintings in oils, watercolours, and chalks has been made available...

This introspective collection explores the author's personal experiences and emotions, distilling them into poetic closure. Memories that once broke the writer are now reinterpreted as valuable...

The Vice of Reading by Edith Wharton is a scathing critique of the worst kinds of reading. In this thought-provoking work, Wharton argues that the growing cultural influence of "mechanical" readers...

Arabian Satire by Ḥmēdān al-Shwēʿir is a collection of satirical verse that critiques societal norms and hypocrisies. Written in the unique "Nabaṭī" style, which blends Najdī vernacular with archaic...

Love Letters is a collection of 200 irresistible letters from over the centuries, featuring both historic and fictional correspondence. These enchanting letters showcase love in all its forms, from...

This collection brings together Richard Demarco's essays, writings and images in celebration of his unique partnership with German artist Joseph Beuys. Forewords by Keith Hartley and Douglas Hall add...

Precious snippets of ancient song have survived to the present day in this third volume of David Campbell's edition of Greek lyric poetry. Comprising works by Stesichorus, Ibycus, Simonides, and ten...

Aulus Gellius' Noctes Atticae, commonly known as "Attic Nights", is a unique collection of notes compiled over several years. Written in the evenings during an Attic winter, this work comprises...

Pliny the Elder's Natural History is a comprehensive collection of knowledge from ancient Rome, covering a wide range of subjects including geography, ethnography, zoology, botany, and medicine...

Diodorus Siculus' Library of History Books I and II bring to light a vast and varied account of the world's ancient past. Written by Diodorus, a Greek historian from Agyrium in Sicily, these two...

The Mausoleum of Lovers Journals 1976-1991 by Hervé Guibert is a personal and introspective work that spans over 15 years. This collection of journals, written between 1976 and 1991, serves as both...

The Greek Anthology contains over 4,500 short poems in the genre of epigram, written by more than 100 poets and collected over many centuries. This collection has been compiled from various sources,...

Cato and Varro: On Agriculture (Loeb Classical Library No. 283) is a comprehensive guide to farming practices from ancient Rome. Written by Cato, a statesman and soldier, and Varro, an antiquarian...

This new edition brings together two major writers of Renaissance France in accessible form. Montaigne's most important essays are translated with accuracy and clarity by James B. Atkinson and David...

Twilight of the Idols, Or, How to Philosophize with the Hammer is a profound work that explores what we worship and why. Nietzsche's mature ideas are presented in this thought-provoking text, which...

Galen Strawson's collection of essays explores the nature of the self and consciousness. Drawing on philosophy, literature, and personal experience, he challenges conventional thinking about the...

Cicero in twenty-eight volumes is a comprehensive collection of writings by Marcus Tullius Cicero, one of Rome's most influential philosophers and statesmen. Spanning over 1,000 pages, this edition...

Step into Jenny Slate's unique world view in this captivating collection about love, heartbreak, and being alive. With her singular writing style, she invites you to see the world through fresh eyes,...

The Book of Songs is a collection of ancient Chinese songs, dating from 800 to 600 B.C. First published in 1937, this translation brings new light to these traditional songs for the first time in...

Ralph Waldo Emerson's lesser-known pieces of nature writing are gathered together in this collection, revealing an engagement with natural history that spanned his career. Organized chronologically,...

Vendetta by Honore De Balzac is set in 1800, near the ruins of a house recently pulled down. A foreigner stands for a long time outside the palace of the Tuileries, accompanied by a woman and a...

A narrative play about migrants from west Africa's west coast who travel across the Sahara Desert in search of better lives in Europe. Despite lacking essential resources, they are driven by their...

Diplomat, Actor, Translator, Spy is a unique and personal account of the life of Bernard Turle, who recounts his experiences as a translator in 26 alphabetically organized recollections.Through these...

Grief Map by Sarah Hahn Campbell is a poignant and honest account of love, loss, and self-discovery. After receiving devastating news about her partner's sudden death, Campbell embarked on a journey...

J.A. Rogers Selected Writings brings together an accessible collection of writings by Joel Augustus Rogers, a pioneering figure in Black journalism and history. Born in Jamaica, Rogers emigrated to...

Carl Maria Friedrich Ernst von Weber's Der Freischutz is a musical masterpiece based on German folk legend. Its melodies were inspired by traditional German music. The libretto for this iconic opera...

Discover 30 powerful and compelling stories from the next generation of Australian writers.This anthology showcases the best of the SBS Emerging Writer's Competition, featuring a diverse range of...

The wartime child in women's writing and psychoanalysis at mid-century unsettles and disturbs. This book explores surprising crossovers between literary and historical material, charting how...

Jack London's writings on writing and writers offer a unique insight into the craft of literary production. This collection of essays, reviews, letters, and autobiographical writings provides a vivid...

Éphraïm Mikhaël's prose poems offer a glimpse into the literary ambitions and philosophical attitude of a key figure in the Symbolist Movement. Translated by Brian Stableford, this collection...

This collection of essays and commentary explores the later works of William Shakespeare, focusing on six tragedies: Julius Caesar, Hamlet, Macbeth, Coriolanus, Anthony and Cleopatra, and Richard II...

Walt Whitman's Complete Prose Works brings together some of his most notable writings in one volume. This collection includes Specimen Days and Collect, November Boughs, and Good Bye My Fancy.This...

In the heart of Europe's forest, figures from diverse walks of life gather in secret to share their experiences and dreams. Frontier workers, smugglers, refugees, artists, musicians, actors,...

This collection of short nonfiction pieces explores Cole Nowicki's fascination with the changing landscapes of community and belonging in Canada. Through his witty and insightful reportage, he...

This collection of essays by John McPhee explores the complexities of human nature through everyday experiences. The title essay takes readers to Nevada, where cattle rustling is not just history,...

QWERTY Invectives by Éric Chevillard is an eclectic collection of reflections and autobiographical experiences that explore the power of disorder over writing. Using the first letters of the keyboard...

The Poems of Alexander Pope: Volume One presents a thorough reappraisal of the poet's work, from composition to reception. This multi-volume edition features full and informative annotations and...

Twenty emerging voices in American fiction are showcased in this collection, chosen by Granta's judges for their unique perspectives and writing styles.The selection features work from writers who...

The Weight of Compassion & Other Essays by Eoin O'Brien is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explores the intersection of literature and medicine. Through intimate portraits of Dublin's...

The Humorous Magistrate (Arbury) is a seventeenth-century satiric comedy, now available in print for the first time. Two highly distinctive manuscripts of the play have been discovered, one of which...

John Andrew Jackson's account of his experiences as a slave in South Carolina is a harrowing and unflinching portrayal of life under slavery. In this work, he recounts the brutal treatment he...

Holding On is a poignant collection of poetry from Barrie Purnell, reflecting on his 80 years of life and experience. With characteristic wit and insight, he shares lessons learned about morality,...

Crystal Clear: The Selected Prose of John JordanA collection of prose essays and reviews by writer, poet, lecturer, broadcaster and man-of-letters John Jordan, this gathering showcases his expertise...

20/20 Visionaries: Dead Celebrity Interviews by Robinson OBE and Taryn Lee Johnston is a humorous take on what might happen if famous figures could give their own interviews from beyond the grave.The...

Yūsuf al-Shirbīnī's Brains Confounded is a unique work of satire that combines mordant commentary with parody of the verse-and-commentary genre. In Volume Two, he presents a 47-line poem supposedly...

Can You Hear The People Sing? is an anthology that explores the impact of Covid-19 on people and society around the world.Featuring contributions from writers in China, Sierra Leone, California,...

Explore your inner world with this guided journal for shadow work. Shadow Work is about understanding the parts of yourself that you hide, and bringing them into the light.This journal features over...

This collection of powerful essays shares intimate moments from the life of its author, Merrill Joan Gerber. The essays span sixty years of her experiences, including scenes of passionate love,...

All the Land by Jo LendleA biography of Alfred Wegener, the German scientist who pioneered the theory of continental drift, and his extraordinary journey to Greenland in 1930.This is the story of how...

Hardcover, 400 pages, published 20th September 2016. In this collection of essays and criticism, Joyce Carol Oates explores the writing life with characteristic candour and insight. She seeks to...

Pasolini's Our is a unique and thought-provoking exploration of film and its relationship with language and photography. Nathanaël's work navigates the complexities of translation, extinction, and...

Women Writers of Ancient Greece and Rome: A Comprehensive Anthology This collection brings together the surviving literary texts of women writers from the Graeco-Roman world, offering new English...

Edwin M. Stanton is a significant work in the public domain, considered culturally important by scholars. It has been preserved and made available to the public for its relevance and importance. This...

Readings in Gender in Africa brings together a diverse range of perspectives on gender identity and history from across Africa. This comprehensive collection of essays provides valuable insights into...

Charles Darwin's "The Various Contrivances by Which Orchids Are Fertilized by Insects" is a key work in his extensive literary output. This new paperback edition, published by NYU Press, offers a...

This collection of essays by Willa Cather presents a thought-provoking exploration of the contrast between a revered past and a disreputable present.At first glance, the disparate pieces may seem...

Cami Chandler returns to her hometown to take over the family inn and winery after her grandmother's passing. However, she soon discovers that most of her grandmother's estate was lost in a Ponzi...

Lying in Early Modern English Culture From the Oath of Supremacy to the Oath of Allegiance by Andrew Hadfield explores how truth and falsehood shaped everyday life in early modern England. This...

Secret Spaces of Childhood explores the secret places and worlds that children create for themselves, revealing their significance in childhood development and their lasting impact on adult life.This...

This anthology explores the complex relationship between women and aging, tackling ageism in all its forms. Twenty-nine writers share their perspectives through essays, short stories, and poetry,...

Chanté Reid's Thot is a groundbreaking, fast-paced book-length essay that experiments with poetry, dialogue, and memoir. It brings together two competing forces: Reid's upbringing in the Bronx, NY,...

Gem-Stones of the Seven Rays by C. Nelson Stewart is a unique exploration of the symbolic significance of minerals in occult traditions. This little book groups 47 mineral species and varieties under...

This collection of thirteen essays offers thought-provoking insights into various aspects of life, including writing, education, and personal finance. Written from the author's own experiences and...

The Music of Failure by Bill Holm is a lyrical and surprising collection of essays that explores the stories and places that captivate us. Written from the perspective of a writer who has returned to...

Twenty-six pieces of popular Chinese literature from the fifth to the tenth centuries have been brought to light in a sealed cave in western China. Until now, only a few of these fragments had been...

Windhorse Poems is a collection of 94 poems that explore the complexities of human relationships, our reverence for the natural world, and the reflections that arise from solitude. These...

Circadian is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explores the complex cycles of human experience. Chelsey Clammer weaves together personal narrative with cultural insight to examine the...

Walt Whitman's Notebooks and Unpublished Prose Manuscripts, Vol. 4: Notes offers a unique glimpse into the poet's personal thoughts and reflections. This collection brings together Whitman's...

The Complete Frances Harper brings together the works of a pioneering American writer and abolitionist. Frances Ellen Watkins Harper was a prominent poet and advocate for social justice in the...

Yone Noguchi's The Spirit of Japanese Poetry is a collection of essays that explore the spiritual and otherworldly nature of traditional Japanese poetry. Written by a renowned poet and critic, these...

Rabindranath Tagore: A Life of Intimacy with Nature by Debarati Bandyopadhyay explores the life and work of one of India's most celebrated writers. This biography delves into the poet, philosopher,...

Out from the Heart: An Essay on The Dignity of Self-RelianceThis self-help book explores the power of the mind and its ability to shape one's life and happiness. Written by James Allen, it offers...

The Moon City Review is a collection of literature published by Moon City Press in 2013. This paperback edition features 216 pages and is bound in paperback.Part of the Literature Collections series,...

Gwendolyn Bennett's Selected Writings presents a comprehensive collection of her published and unpublished works, showcasing her diverse talents as poet, columnist, artist, and fiction writer. This...

Words for the Heart: A Treasury of Emotions from Classical India A richly diverse collection of classical Indian terms for expressing the many moods and subtleties of emotional experience, this book...

The Machinery of the Mind: An Exploration of Human Instincts and Psychological Disorders. This thought-provoking work explores how our minds operate and interact with visual and other stimuli,...

Jurek Becker's essays, lectures and interviews in My Father, the Germans and I offer a unique perspective on twentieth-century Germany. A writer who lived in both German states and unified Germany,...

Carl Hiaasen's newspaper columns offer a unique perspective on the state of Florida, with its inhabitants ranging from thieves and conmen to perfumed swine and oiled mannequins. This collection...

Sam Livermore's 100 Letters to a Stranger is a poignant collection of heartfelt notes and letters written for strangers in hospitals and shared with others. This book brings together some of these...

The Letters of Mary Penry: A Single Moravian Woman in Early AmericaThis collection of letters offers a unique insight into the life of an unmarried woman living in Moravian religious communities...

Written in the early thirteenth century, Le Roman de la Rose or Guillaume de Dole is a masterpiece of Old French literature. This work showcases the skill of its author, Jean Renart, who also penned...

Guidance for Women in Twelfth-Century Convents by Vera Petch Morton is a collection of letters and texts offering practical guidance for nuns. These translated writings, including selections from...

River of Fire and Other Stories by Chŏnghŭi O is a collection of nine stories that explore core human experiences from a female perspective. Written by one of Korea's most acclaimed authors, these...

Cornelius Nepos: A Selection, including the Lives of Cato and Atticus provides a comprehensive collection of works by Cornelius Nepos, a Roman historian. This translation includes Nepos's biographies...

The Syllabus is a collection of 100 texts from over 100 contributors, celebrating the art of reading and exploring some of the most important exploratory fiction written in the last hundred years...

An expanded collection of foundational Yakama stories, this book is at the heart of the Yakama oral tradition. Central to sharing lessons and values with younger generations, storytelling enables...

Tales for the Common People: And Other Cheap Repository Tracts (Radical Recoveries) by Hannah More explores the complexities of promoting values while subtly modifying them. This collection offers...

This selection from Tacitus' Histories I provides an intermediate-student edition of a concise extract from the original text. The focus is on sections 4 to 44, including Latin text with accompanying...

Australian women's lives were forever changed in 2020. This collection of essays explores how work, love and body intersected during a time of great upheaval. With insight and empathy, the authors...

Yerma by Federico García Lorca is a powerful and emotive drama about a young peasant wife's struggle to embody her natural, moral, and social laws as a woman in motherhood. In this tragic tale, the...

Cartas a Clara brings together the correspondence between Juan Rulfo and his beloved Clara Aparicio. This collection of 84 letters spans from October 1944 to December 1950, offering a unique glimpse...

Thirteen writers reflect on the groundbreaking work of Jane Jacobs, whose critiques of urban renewal in America remain highly relevant today. This anthology includes essays addressing topics such as...

A collection of new writing from students at Athlone Institute of Technology offers a diverse range of styles and themes. You'll find both humorous and poignant pieces, as well as thought-provoking...

Virgil's Eclogues by Virgil is a collection of poems that showcases the Roman poet's mastery of language and form. Composed over three years at around thirty, these elegant variations on the pastoral...

William Caxton's works have long been subject to scholarly interpretation. This proposed edition draws upon recent research and criticism, incorporating new critical editions of French texts that...

The Odyssey as Comedy: A Christian Perspective Dr. Louis Markos's Worldview Guide explores the first comedy in Western literature, offering an aesthetic and thematic Christian perspective on Homer's...

Teaching Shakespeare: Passing It On by G. B. Shand is an insightful anthology that brings together personal essays from distinguished scholars on various aspects of teaching Shakespeare. This...

The Uncaged Voice: Stories of Freedom and Persecution. In some countries, freedom of expression is taken for granted. In others, it's an ideal that's brutally suppressed. Through first-person essays...