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Deep Ends: The J.G. Ballard Anthology 2015 is a comprehensive collection of work by and about J.G. Ballard, featuring 300 pages of full-size, full-colour content. This anthology includes an in-depth...

The Masters of Wisdom by John Godolphin Bennett is a unique work that explores the intersection of spirituality and human responsibility. Originally planned as part of a larger volume, this book was...

John Bennett's two-volume work combines lectures and practical talks from 1964-1965 at Coombe Springs, UK. In "Creative Thinking", he explores the creative process, focusing on the emergence of ideas...

A 1920s yacht adventure takes a deadly turn when a murder on board the RMS Ballast sets off a chain of events involving pirate treasure, treacherous weather and perilous endeavours. Anty Boisjoly's...

The Ballast Seed: A Story of Motherhood, Growing Up and Growing PlantsA poignant memoir about finding solace in nature during a time of great personal struggle. Rosie Kinchen's story is one of...

Rosie Kinchen's memoir, The Ballast Seed, is a poignant and uplifting exploration of motherhood, vulnerability, and resilience. After the surprise of a second pregnancy, Rosie found herself plunged...

The Complete Stories of J. G. Ballard is a collection of 98 enthralling and pulse-quickening tales that span five decades, showcasing the remarkable imagination of J. G. Ballard. This comprehensive...

Crash by J. G. Ballard is a shocking blend of violence, transgression and eroticism, reissued with an introduction from Zadie Smith. After being bombarded with road-safety propaganda, the author...

J.G. Ballard's greatest interviews come together in this startling collection, showcasing his unique talent and prescient vision. Conversations with notable figures such as Will Self, Jon Savage,...

A collection of 32 science fiction short stories paying tribute to J.G. Ballard's prophetic dystopias. This anthology brings together some of the most renowned authors in literature and science...

The Hill Station by J.G. Farrell is set against the backdrop of a remote hill station, where the air is cool and the atmosphere is charged with tension. A reluctant Dr McNab arrives with his wife and...

Deep Ends: A Ballardian Anthology 2023 is a large-format annual anthology that celebrates the life and work of J.G. Ballard. This tenth edition features contributions from various writers, artists,...

J.G. Ballard's Complete Short Stories is a collection of eighteen stories spanning four decades, showcasing the author's unique vision and mastery of the short-form narrative. First published in...

J.G. Ballard's autobiography takes us on a journey through his extraordinary life, from the vibrant surroundings of pre-war Shanghai to the deprivations and unexpected freedoms of Lunghua Camp. He...

Godowsky, the Pianists' Pianist: A Biography of Leopold GodowskyThis in-depth biography reappraises Leopold Godowsky's significant contribution to the piano and sheds new light on his enigmatic...

The Divine Comedy: Anniversary Edition Newly Translated and Annotated with Illustrations by Gustave DoreThis 700th Anniversary Edition presents Dante's epic journey through Hell, Purgatory, and...

Crash by Iain Sinclair explores the connection between film and novel, examining how the 1996 film adaptation relates to its literary precursor. This new interview with J.G. Ballard sheds light on...

Beowulf is an Old English poem that tells the story of a young Geatish hero's struggle with three deadly foes. In this unique and compelling tale, historical events, Christian commentary, Germanic...

Rushing to Paradise by J.G. Ballard is a thought-provoking modern fable that explores the dangers of extremism in ecology and feminism. A campaigner's crusade takes an unexpected turn when millions...

The Drowned World: A Novel (50th Anniversary Edition) by J.G. BallardFirst published in 1962, this groundbreaking novel has been hailed as a masterpiece of environmental fiction. In a world ravaged...

Dante's journey to redemption continues in Purgatory, a poignant and powerful exploration of the human experience. As he ascends Mount Purgatory towards Paradise, Dante confronts the obstacles of his...

The Crystal World is a novel by J.G. Ballard that explores the mysterious transformation of a West African jungle into a crystalline landscape. As the natural world becomes increasingly surreal, a...

This third volume of essays from TARDIS Eruditorum presents a critical history of Doctor Who's Jon Pertwee era, exploring connections with environmentalism, J.G. Ballard, neopaganism, and Monty...

Giacomo Leopardi's Canti offers a profound exploration of human unhappiness on earth. Trapped between an admiration for the classical past and a disappointment in the present, Leopardi rejects both...

Concrete Island, a novel by J.G. Ballard, is a thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche. After a car crash, Robert Maitland finds himself stranded on a desolate island, where he must...

In the heart of a suburban utopia, a shocking massacre takes place, leaving thirty-two adults dead and their children missing. This darkly subversive novel by J.G. Ballard explores the consequences...

J.G. Ballard's Kingdom Come is a gripping thriller that explores the darker forces at work beneath the surface of consumerist culture. When a deranged mental patient is released without charge after...

When a car crash is witnessed, the impact can be intense and alluring. For J.G. Ballard's protagonist, this fascination grows into a morbid obsession. A collection of alienated crash victims and...

The Doors of Perception and Heaven and Hell is a profound account of Aldous Huxley's famous experimentation with mescalin, an experience that has had a lasting impact on writers and artists.In 1953,...

Dante's journey through the circles of hell in search of redemption is one of the most enduring stories in Western literature. This new verse translation by J.G. Nichols presents Inferno, the first...

The cracks in reality are growing wider. As the fault lines increase, the door to our world shines like a beacon in the darkness, drawing in entities from beyond our understanding. When they cross...

Dante's Paradise: A Dual Language and New Verse Translation In the final part of his epic journey, Dante recounts his ascent through heaven, guided by his beloved Beatrice. This masterful work is a...

This collection brings together forty-three acclaimed writers to share what sparked their love of literature and reading. From their earliest encounters with books to what continues to inspire them,...

Lost Mars: The Golden Age of the Red Planet brings together ten short stories from the early days of science fiction, exploring the idea of life on Mars and our place in the universe.These stories,...

Giacomo Leopardi's Moral Fables is a collection of philosophical dialogues and social observations that showcase his unique blend of wit and wisdom. First published in 1827, this new translation by J...

New Worlds Before the New Wave, 1960-1964 by John Boston and Damien Broderick This concluding volume of a critical trilogy examines the history and development of British science fiction and fantasy...

Secret Shepperton: England's Hollywood explores the fascinating history of a small town on the River Thames, where the River Thames has played a significant role in shaping its past.The town's...

Building New Worlds, 1946-1959: The Carnell Era, Volume One is a fascinating history of the birth and growth of science fiction in the UK. Written with affection and wit, this book offers an engaging...

The King of California: J.G. Boswell and the Making of a Secret American Empire tells the story of a cotton magnate who built an agricultural empire in California's Central Valley, driven by his...

At its core, prayer in the Bible is about calling on the name of the Lord to deliver on his covenantal promises. This simple yet profound concept forms the foundation for understanding prayer...

A speeding Jaguar careens out of control, sending its architect driver crashing onto a traffic island below three converging motorways. Dazed and disorientated, he finds himself stranded with no...

Three Critics of the Enlightenment: Vico, Hamann, Herder by Isaiah Berlin Isaiah Berlin's central intellectual project is brought to life in this collection of studies on three major critics of the...

Experience the full range of J.G. Ballard's short stories, collected in this two-volume set. Spanning four decades, these stories showcase the author's unique vision and innovative style.From the...

A high-tech business park on the Mediterranean coast is the setting for a disturbing crime in this extraordinary novel by J.G. Ballard. In 'Super-Cannes', Ballard explores a closed community where...

A chilling vision of America's future from J.G. Ballard, author of 'Empire of the Sun' and 'Crash'. One hundred years after an energy crisis abandoned the continent, a European expedition returns to...

Love, Death + Robots: The Official Anthology Volumes 2 & 3 brings together seventeen gripping stories from acclaimed authors and screenwriters worldwide. Curated by filmmakers Tim Miller and David...

Exploring personal transformation in the Christian life is a fundamental question. J.G. Millar addresses this issue by examining the nature of gospel-shaped change, highlighting the dangers of...

Science Fantasy: A Magazine that Redefined Science Fiction and Fantasy. In the 1950s and 1960s, a British magazine called SCIENCE FANTASY played a significant role in shaping the science fiction and...

The English Heretic Collection: Ritual Histories, Magickal Geography by Andy Sharp is a visionary field report that delves into England's most enigmatic landscapes. Over fifteen years of research,...

Giorgio De Maria's The Transgressionists and Other Disquieting Works is a disturbing and unsettling novel that explores the darker corners of human nature. Written by an Italian master of weird...

A gripping dystopian novel by J.G. Ballard, Kingdom Come explores the darker forces at work beneath the surface of consumerism and suburban life. When Richard Pearson's father is fatally wounded at...

The Memory of Place: A Phenomenology of the Uncanny by Dylan Trigg This thought-provoking work explores the fundamental role that memories of places play in shaping our sense of self. Drawing on...

This startling autobiographical hyperfiction surveys and dissects a world where everything connects and global technological delirium is the norm. Fleeing the excesses of 1990s cyberculture, a young...

This comprehensive guide takes you through every stage of building an East Coast Main Line layout in 00 gauge. From research and planning to baseboard construction, track laying, ballasting, wiring,...

Track and Track Laying in Railway Modelling provides a comprehensive guide to planning, designing, and laying the track for a model railway layout. Suitable for both beginners and experienced...

National Bestseller On June 4, 1942, Lt. (j.g.) "Dusty" Kleiss embarked on a daring mission above the Pacific atoll of Midway. His SBD Dauntless dove into a near-vertical attack on the heart of...

Lieutenant Oliver Paxton's first solo flight is a disastrous start to his military career. Crashing in France five days after setting out, he loses everything - his map, ballast, and every plane in...

The railroad right-of-way is a crucial aspect of model railroading, and understanding its history, design, and functionality is essential for creating an authentic and detailed layout. This...

N gauge railway modelling is an exciting and rapidly expanding hobby. To get started, Making a Start in N Gauge Railway Modelling provides a comprehensive guide. This reference book covers the basics...