2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K. Le'

Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is a landmark work that alerted a large audience to the environmental and human dangers of indiscriminate use of pesticides, sparking revolutionary changes in the laws...

The Well of Loneliness, a seminal work of gay literature, tells the story of Stephen, a tomboyish woman who struggles to come to terms with her attraction to women. Charting her romantic and...

The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus A philosophical exploration of the human condition, inspired by the ancient myth of a man condemned to push a rock up a mountain, only to see it roll back down...

Discourses and Selected Writings is a collection of informal lectures by the influential Stoic philosopher Epictetus, transcribed around AD 108. Born into slavery, Epictetus went on to become one of...

Three novels that showcase the unique style of Raymond Chandler, America's pre-eminent writer of detective fiction, are collected in this edition of The Big Sleep and Other Novels. The Big Sleep,...

The Communist Manifesto is a landmark text that continues to shape debate on capitalism and class. First published in 1848, this influential work by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels presents a radical...

Ten Little Penguins is a charming counting adventure that follows ten adorable penguins as they try to cheer up their ailing Granny. With a bouncy rhyming story and fun-filled illustrations, this...

Ernst Jünger's Storm of Steel is a powerful and haunting memoir of his experience on the front line of World War I.Translated by Michael Hofmann, this book depicts the author's time in combat, from...

At the age of twenty-three, Ernesto 'Che' Guevara embarked on a journey across Latin America with his friend Alberto Granado, accompanied by a single 1939 Norton motorcycle. Their travels took them...

On a small Japanese town in the 1960s, the Osugi family harbours a remarkable secret: each of them hails from a different planet. Father from Mars, mother from Jupiter, son from Mercury, and daughter...

A Clockwork Orange is a dystopian horror novel that explores the themes of choice and free will in a world where the State seeks to control every aspect of society. The story follows a 15-year-old...

The World Will Be Mine by Laura Ellen Anderson is a delightfully silly comic about two evil geniuses vying for the title of cutest. With plans to take over the planet, the battle between the Evil...

In the world's most remote and inhospitable continent, a man found a new home. For fourteen months, Gavin Francis lived and worked at Halley, a British research station on the Antarctic coast, where...

Walter Faber, a middle-class engineer, believes in a rational, calculated world. However, his carefully constructed reality is disrupted by a series of strange events. An emergency landing in the...

For Nedra and Viri, life is a carefully crafted picture of perfection - dinners, games with the children, enviable friends, and idyllic days spent skating or sunning. But beneath the surface, fine...

Journey into Fear by Eric Ambler is a gripping tale of espionage and survival. In 1940, Mr Graham, a quiet engineer, finds himself in grave danger after a hit attempt in Istanbul. With his life...

The Constant Gardener is a gripping thriller that breathes life, anger and excitement. Tessa Quayle, a brilliant and beautiful young social activist, has been found brutally murdered, and her husband...

The Rise of the Roman Empire by Polybius This seminal work of history chronicles the relentless growth of the Roman Empire, from its early campaigns in the Mediterranean to its eventual dominance of...

Papers and Journals A Selection by Soren KierkegaardExplore the personal writings of one of the nineteenth century's greatest thinkers, Søren Kierkegaard. These private reflections reveal the...

Selected Poems by William Carlos WilliamsWilliam Carlos Williams' poetry is a testament to the power of observation and the beauty of everyday life. As a physician, he developed the skill of...

A masterpiece of ancient Chinese philosophy, The Book of Chuang Tzu is a profound exploration of the natural world and the path to understanding it. Written by one of the founders of Taoism, this...

The Great Ideas Social Contract by Jean-Jacques Rousseau is a foundational work of philosophy that has shaped the way we think about politics and society. This revised edition brings together the...

Harry 'Rabbit' Angstrom's life is a series of unfulfilled promises. Stuck in a fragile marriage, with a young son and a job that's going nowhere, he feels trapped. In a desperate bid to escape his...

Count Luna is a gripping mystery set against the backdrop of World War II. When a Viennese shipping company's board of directors confiscates a large parcel of land, the owner, Count Luna, is wrongly...

Winter's Tales is a collection of 11 stories that explore the universal theme of longing. Written during a period of great personal and historical change, these tales are deeply rooted in the...

Africa's Tarnished Name by Chinua Achebe is a collection of electrifying essays that challenge the way we think about the continent. Written by the father of modern African literature, these essays...

George Orwell's Burmese Days is a powerful portrayal of British colonial rule in Burma, as seen through the eyes of a white timber merchant. The novel explores the complexities of a society where...

Out of Africa is a poignant account of a life lived on the African continent, written by Karen Blixen in the 1930s. The book tells the story of her experiences on a coffee farm in Kenya, where she...

Life for Sale is a darkly comedic and tense novel about a young man who puts his life up for sale in a Tokyo newspaper. Hanio Yamada's decision sets off a series of unpredictable events, including...

Audre Lorde's poetry collection is a powerful exploration of identity, motherhood, and female strength. Filled with rage and tenderness, these poems assert a vision of the world that is both...

A landmark collection of Italian short stories, selected and introduced by Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri. This Penguin Classic brings together forty writers who have shaped Lahiri's love of the...

John Donne's Complete English Poems is a landmark collection of poetry that showcases the poet's unique voice and mastery of language. Once considered 'unmusical', Donne's rhythms are now recognized...

Fernando Pessoa's Selected Poems offer a profound exploration of the human experience. Through four distinct voices - Alberto Caeiro, Alvaro de Campos, Ricardo Reis, and his own persona - Pessoa...

Sweet Thursday is the story of a day that's unusual. In Monterey, California, the day after a particularly bad Wednesday, the sun shines bright and anything can happen. Steinbeck's vivid world of...

Bernard Samson's latest mission has taken a dark and unexpected turn. Millions of pounds are missing, and he's been sent to Washington to track them down. But as he delves deeper into the mystery, he...

A comprehensive French phrasebook for everyday situations. This updated edition from Penguin includes essential words and expressions to help you navigate France with confidence. Phonetic...

Allen Ginsberg's poetry and artistic legacy continue to captivate audiences, yet his personal story remains somewhat enigmatic. This collection brings together his most memorable works, alongside...

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a story of adventure and self-discovery set against the tumultuous backdrop of American history. This influential novel has been a staple of literature for...

The icy landscape of Antarctica holds a secret lair for an extraordinary penguin. Evil Emperor Penguin is determined to take over the world, but his plans are consistently thwarted by his rival and...

Under Fire: A harrowing portrayal of life in the trenches during World War I. Henri Barbusse's novel is a stark and unflinching account of the experiences of ordinary men caught up in the conflict...

Sigmund Freud's groundbreaking work on the psychology of love is presented in this comprehensive volume. His theories on the interconnectedness of sexuality and fantasy have had a profound impact on...

A group of men and women gather at Sir Randolph Nettleby's estate for a shooting party in 1913, just prior to England's entry into World War I. This opulent gathering is a dazzlingly obtuse and...

The Diary of Lady Murasaki offers an intimate glimpse into the life of one of Japan's most celebrated authors. Written in a series of vignettes, this diary provides a unique insight into the Japanese...

W.B. Yeats's Selected Poems is a collection of his most innovative and passionate work, edited with an introduction and notes by Timothy Webb in Penguin Modern Classics. This selection brings...

The Talented Mr Ripley is a Level 6 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed for learners of English as a foreign language. This B1+ graded reader introduces language learners to a compelling...

The History of Mary Prince is a powerful and moving account of survival and emancipation. Written by Mary Prince, a former slave, the book describes her experiences as a slave in the Caribbean and...

The Desert Fathers Sayings of the Early Christian Monks by Benedicta Ward The Desert Fathers were ordinary Christians who chose to renounce the world and live lives of celibacy, fasting, vigil,...

QED: The Strange Theory of Light and Matter by Richard P. Feynman is a groundbreaking explanation of quantum electrodynamics, a theory that has stood the test of time. Feynman's lucid and witty style...

Nikolai Gogol's powerful depictions of a society dominated by petty bureaucracy and base corruption have had a lasting impact on Russian literature. This collection brings together his most admired...

The Thousand and One Nights is a collection of stories that have captivated readers for centuries. Told by Shahrazad to delay her execution, these tales of adventure, romance, and social commentary...

Living with ME and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a comprehensive guide to managing and living with this challenging condition. Written by consultant rheumatologist Dr Gerald Coakley and occupational...

Tennessee Williams' Suddenly Last Summer and Other Plays is a collection of three dramatic works that explore the darker aspects of human nature. The stark and unsettling story of Catherine's descent...

Jim Carroll's Fear of Dreaming is a collection of selected poems that showcase his unique blend of delicate imagery and hallucinatory style. First published in 1993, this volume brings together...

Penguin Readers Level 2: Moomin Shorts is a graded reader designed for learners of English as a foreign language. The series offers a range of popular titles, including this abridged edition of...

Jan Karski's remarkable story is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for courage and resilience. As a young Polish student, he finds himself at the forefront of the resistance movement, forced...

Paul Mitchell's research into the First World War is a solitary pursuit, often conducted in the silence of the library. However, his peaceful routine is disrupted by an unexpected visit from a man...

The Pickwick Papers is a humorous novel that began as a literary spoof, featuring sketches of sporting fops by caricaturist Robert Seymour. Charles Dickens was recruited to write the accompanying...

Steinbeck's first posthumously published work, The Acts of King Arthur and His Noble Knights, is a reinterpretation of tales from Malory's Morte d'Arthur. In this highly successful attempt to render...

Wild Cities, a Level 2 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, introduces learners of English as a foreign language to exciting content and bestselling authors. This A1+ graded reader is designed for...

The Penguin Book of the Prose Poem brings together some of the most innovative and influential writers in poetry, including Eileen Myles, Margaret Atwood, Charles Baudelaire, Oscar Wilde, and...

Tomas Tranströmer's poetry is deeply rooted in the landscapes and seascapes of Sweden, yet his work transcends the ordinary to reveal something hauntingly profound. This selection of poems, gathered...

The Penguin Spanish Phrasebook Fourth Edition is a compact and stylish reference guide perfect for anyone looking to improve their Spanish language skills. This phrasebook includes a wide range of...

Cannery Row is a vibrant and unbridled portrayal of life on the fringes of society. Set in Monterey, California, during the Great Depression, the novel follows the misadventures of a group of...

Jane Austen's Persuasion is a nuanced exploration of love, regret, and the complexities of relationships. Eight years after a pivotal decision, Anne Elliot is reunited with the naval captain she once...

Charles Dickens's last complete novel, Our Mutual Friend, is a glorious satire that spans all levels of Victorian society. The story centres on an inheritance - Old Harmon's profitable dust heaps -...

All My Cats is a deeply personal and introspective work, written by the Czech author Bohumil Hrabal in 1983. The book chronicles Hrabal's complex relationship with the feral cats that inhabited his...

Edmond Dantes is imprisoned in the grim fortress of If, wrongly accused of a crime he did not commit. As he languishes in his cell, he learns of a vast treasure hidden on the Isle of Monte Cristo,...

Frantz Fanon's seminal work on the trauma of colonization, The Wretched of the Earth, has had a profound impact on anti-colonialist thought. This Penguin Modern Classics edition, translated from the...

The Driver's Seat is a taut psychological thriller that explores the darker side of human nature. Lise, a woman driven to distraction by her mundane office job, embarks on a journey of...

Billy Casper's life is a struggle, marked by unhappiness at home and failure at school. But when he finds a kestrel hawk, Kes, his world is turned upside down. With a silent strength and fierce...

Tennessee Williams's poignant play, The Glass Menagerie, is a powerful exploration of loneliness and lost love. This Penguin Modern Classics edition features a new introduction by Robert Bray, adding...

Selected Poems of John Donne offers a rich representation of the poet's diverse and passionate verse. From witty and humorous pieces like "The Flea" to the intimate and intense Holy Sonnets, Donne's...

Goodbye to All That is a powerful and poignant account of Robert Graves's life, from his unhappy childhood to his experiences in the First World War and his subsequent decision to leave England...

Achebe's powerful vision of contemporary African politics is a candid and urgent exploration of a world under military rule. In this gripping novel, the struggle to survive and maintain hope in the...

Set in the Salinas Valley, California, this powerful novel explores the intertwined destinies of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, whose generations struggle to reconcile their own flaws...

Berlin Alexanderplatz is a groundbreaking novel that captures the essence of 1920s Berlin life. In a superb new translation, Michael Hofmann brings to life the story of Franz Biberkopf, a man...

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall is a powerful and thought-provoking novel about a woman's struggle for independence and creative freedom. The story revolves around Helen Graham, a beautiful and secretive...

George Orwell's Homage to Catalonia is a powerful and personal account of his experiences as a militiaman in the Spanish Civil War. With unflinching honesty, Orwell recounts the brutal conditions of...

The Feminine Mystique by Betty Friedan In 1963, Betty Friedan's groundbreaking book challenged the societal norms that had been imposed on women, revealing a widespread sense of discontent and...

Capitalism and Slavery by Eric Williams The role of slavery in financing the Industrial Revolution in England is a complex and often overlooked topic. This book, first published in 1944, explores how...

The Freedom to Be Free by Hannah ArendtA collection of three thought-provoking essays that explore the intricate relationship between freedom and politics. Arendt argues that true freedom can only be...

A journey to the very centre of the earth has long fascinated readers. Originally published in 1864, Jules Verne's story of adventure and discovery has captivated generations with its portrayal of a...

Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. At home, Zoe has a secret: she can actually talk to the animals.When her uncle brings a new baby penguin...

The Mask of DimitriosA gripping tale of obsession and deception, set against the rich backdrop of post-war Europe.When English crime novelist Charles Latimer meets Turkish police inspector Colonel...

The Bird's Nest is a chilling tale of mental illness and the blurring of reality. Elizabeth Richmond's life is marked by isolation and a sense of disconnection, but as she begins to behave in ways...

Sophia Willoughby's life is turned upside down when her husband is sent to Paris with his mistress, Minna. But when tragedy strikes, Sophia sets out to find him, only to discover herself drawn to the...

Ian Nairn's London is a personal and idiosyncratic love letter to the city and its buildings. Written over a decade after his influential critique of postwar city planning, this book is a record of...

Guy Crouchback, a Catholic and a gentleman, is commissioned into the Royal Corps of Halberdiers during the war years 1939-45. His experience is marked by both high comedy and the harsh realities of...

The Byrds' story is one of explosive creativity and tumultuous relationships. At the heart of it all was Roger McGuinn, the band's iconic frontman. But few people knew the story of the woman who was...

Fernando Pessoa's The Book of Disquiet is a modernist masterpiece that has become an iconic work of 20th-century literature. This complete and unabridged edition, published in Penguin Modern...

Percy Bysshe Shelley's Selected Poems and Prose is a comprehensive collection of his most celebrated works, showcasing the poet's unique blend of politics, personal reflection, and visionary ideals...

Albert Camus' Personal Writings bring together three volumes of his most intimate autobiographical writings for the first time. Born in a 'world of poverty and sunshine' in Algeria, Camus'...

Xenophon's History is a detailed account of nearly fifty years of turmoil in ancient Greece, spanning the period from 411 to 362 BC. The work picks up where Thucydides left off, providing a...

Clarice Lispector's Complete Stories brings together eighty-five of her most celebrated tales, offering a profound exploration of the human experience. Spanning the lives of individuals from all...

Bernard Samson is a man at the edge. His personal and professional life is spiralling out of control. Sent to Mexico to facilitate the defection of a high-ranking KGB agent, he is torn between...

In Dubious Battle is a novel about the apocalyptic violence that can break out when the masses become the mob. Set in California apple country, the story revolves around a strike by migrant workers...

Penguin Pandemonium 2 is the second hilarious story from award-winning author Jeanne Willis. In this exciting adventure, two baby penguins go missing and their friends must band together to rescue...

The Tragedy of Henry IV, Part Two is a poignant drama that explores the complexities of power, duty, and the human condition. As the old king struggles to maintain control, he must confront the...

A tragic tale of loyalty and duty, Antigone is a powerful story of a young woman's unwavering commitment to her principles.Written by the ancient Greek playwright Sophocles, this poignant play...

Anthony Trollope's The Way We Live Now is a radical exploration of the dangers associated with speculative capitalism. The novel follows the fortunes of Augustus Melmotte, a charismatic but...