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George Orwell: A New Life offers a fresh perspective on one of the 20th century's greatest authors. D.J. Taylor, an award-winning biographer and scholar, presents a comprehensive reevaluation of...

The Famous Five Colour Short Stories: Message in a Bottle is a full-colour adventure story for readers aged 5+. A special toy hidden deep inside a cave leads to a rescue mission across Kirrin Island,...

George Bataille's Story of the Eye is a transgressive and surrealist erotic novel that explores the boundaries of sex, violence, and death. Translated by Joachim Neugroschal, this Penguin Modern...

The Richest Man in Babylon offers simple yet profound wisdom on thrift, financial planning, and personal wealth. These timeless parables, rooted in ancient Babylonian stories, guide you towards...

Understanding your horse has never been more important. This comprehensive guide presents an innovative approach to equine psychological healthcare, exploring mental well-being, attachment theory and...

Travellers' Tales: Narratives of Home and Displacement by George Robertson explores the complex relationships between identity, culture, and travel. This collection of essays brings together diverse...

Fodor's Bermuda guidebook provides expert advice for planning your trip to this Caribbean island. With its easy-to-read layout and fresh information, this new edition is packed with maps,...

The History Behind Game of Thrones: The North Remembers by David C. Weinczok explores how George R. R. Martin drew inspiration from history when creating his iconic series. Scotland's rich history is...

George Saunders' Liberation Day is a masterful collection of short stories that explore our increasingly troubled world. With his trademark prose - wickedly funny, unsentimental and perfectly tuned -...

The Machiavellians Defenders of Freedom by James Burnham This book presents an account of the modern Machiavellians, a group of influential thinkers who have shaped European politics. Burnham...

The Company: The Rise and Fall of the Hudson's Bay Empire The story of modern Canada's origins is a complex and dramatic one, and it all began with the Hudson's Bay Company. Founded in 1670, this...

Return to Kirrin by Neil Howlett and Suzy Howlett In this nostalgic adventure, the Kirrin cousins, beloved by many as children, are now grown-up forty-somethings. Set in 1979, the story follows...

The Collected Works of W.B. Yeats Volume XIII: A Vision The Original 1925 Version A Vision, the 1925 version of Yeats's magnum opus, presents the poet's system of philosophy, psychology, history, and...

Homer's epic poem, translated by George Chapman, is a timeless account of the adventures of a Greek warrior as he strives to return home after the Trojan War. The poem's enduring power lies in its...

South African Steam in The 1970s by George Woods In the early 1970s, South Africa's railways were undergoing a significant transformation, with many steam locomotives being replaced by diesel and...

The story of Queen Elizabeth II's beloved first corgi, Susan, is a heartwarming tale of companionship and loyalty. At the age of 10, Elizabeth's life changed forever when her papa was crowned King...

The Trip to the Moon by M. A. Bennett In a daring bid to capture the future, filmmaker Georges Melies seeks permission to travel back in time to retrieve a movie camera from the year 2000. The...

The birth of Pop is a story that predates the Beatles, Elvis, and the first seven-inch singles. It begins with the invention of the 78 rpm record at the end of the nineteenth century and spans the...

The Grand and Terrible Polar Voyage of the USS Jeannette In the late 19th century, the North Pole was a source of fascination, with theories about a verdant island and national glory at stake. James...

George Orwell's Selected Essays is a collection of nineteen essays that showcase the author's unique blend of steely honesty and direct prose. A prolific journalist and essayist, Orwell wrote...

The Shetland Sheepdog Complete Owner's Manual is a comprehensive guide to caring for this intelligent and vocal breed. Written by Asia Moore, a professional Dog Whisperer, and George Hoppendale, an...

Charmian Clift's memoir of life in Greece offers a vivid portrait of an informal bohemian community of artists and writers. In 1951, she left post-war London with her husband George Johnston to...

Sarah Jepson's life has been marked by hardship and struggle. After her mother Annie's passing, she is left to care for her younger brother Tommy alone. As they navigate their new reality, Sarah...

The Beatles Get Back to Abbey Road by Bruce Spizer In July 1969, the Beatles returned to Abbey Road studios, reviving the magic and camaraderie that had defined their early sessions with producer...

In July 1940, England's focus on its borders left vulnerable targets elsewhere. Hitler saw an opportunity to carry out an audacious plot that would change the course of the war. His intention was to...

The concept of money has long been debated by economists and theologians alike. Philip Goodchild offers a unique perspective on this topic, examining the theory of money in relation to Adam Smith,...

Kathryn Kuhlman's life was built around one fundamental belief: miracles are real. Her ministry to thousands of people demonstrated that God is still actively involved in healing lives. This book...

Matt Ruff returns to the world of Lovecraft Country in this thrilling adventure, exploring the meaning of death, the hold of the past on the present, and the power of hope in the face of uncertainty...

Sir George and Lady Stubbs, the hosts of a village fête, have come up with a novel idea - a charity murder game. They enlist the help of Ariadne Oliver, a well-known crime writer, to organise the...

The Rings of Saturn by Winfried Georg Sebald is a deeply personal and poetic exploration of England's East Anglia, where the author spent over twenty years. This book is a walking tour through time...

George Ramsdale Witton's scathing indictment of the British Empire during the Boer War remains a provocative and thought-provoking account of the events that led to his own execution. Originally...

Agatha Raisin and a Spoonful of Poison by M. C. Beaton is a cosy mystery that follows the amateur detective as she takes on a new case. When the vicar of a nearby village asks for her help with the...

That Hideous Strength: A Deeper Look at How the West Was Lost In 2018, Evangelical Press published the original "That Hideous Strength: How the West Was Lost", a book that originated as lecture notes...

Roy Snell has spent over 16 years providing close protection for high-profile clients, including international royalty and celebrities. His extensive experience has been shaped by training at the...

George Eliot's Middlemarch is a masterful portrayal of a small town in the midst of change. Set in the 19th-century Midlands, the novel explores the complex lives of its inhabitants as they navigate...

A Game of Thrones: The Graphic Novel: Volume One brings George R. R. Martin's epic fantasy to life in a full-color graphic novel, featuring the initial six issues of the graphic series. This...

Boxer Chris Eubank, Jr. stopped his opponent Nick Blackwell in round 10 of a British title fight, leaving Blackwell momentarily dead before being revived and remaining in a coma for seven days. This...

Harley Hitch and the Iron Forest by Vashti Hardy is a highly illustrated fiction series about a determined young inventor. In Inventia, science rules and technology grows in the forest, where plants...

Felix Holt: The Radical by George Eliot is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of class and identity in Victorian England. When Harold Transome, a young nobleman with a self-made...

The Last Rhinos is an extraordinary story of life and conservation on a South African game reserve. Lawrence Anthony's reserve is home to many animals he has saved, including a remarkable herd of...

A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George is a gripping mystery that follows Inspector Thomas Lynley and DS Barbara Havers as they investigate a gruesome murder in a seemingly idyllic Yorkshire village...

Charmian Clift's Mermaid Singing is a memoir of her life in Greece in the 1950s. In 1951, she and her husband George Johnston left London for the Greek islands, seeking a simpler way of life to focus...

William Armstrong: A Visionary of Industry and Science This biography tells the story of William George Armstrong, a man who embodied the spirit of industrial success in 19th-century Britain. At the...

Deborah Levy's Things I Don't Want to Know is a deeply personal and insightful exploration of the writing life, drawing on her own experiences as a young woman. Taking George Orwell's famous essay...

Step into a world of incredible lost creatures, where the awe-inspiring woolly mammoth and the ferocious Spinosaurus once roamed our Earth. This stunning large format compendium features 35 extinct...

A sinister Problem has occurred in London, bringing a multitude of ghostly apparitions to the city. Young people with psychic abilities are the only ones who can see and eradicate these supernatural...

Jeff Lynne: Electric Light Orchestra Before and After is the first-ever biography of one of the most highly regarded rock performers of the last fifty years. From his early days as a teenage...

Sigismundo Celine, a young Neapolitan aristocrat and musician, flees his homeland after an unfortunate duel and seeks to master the next levels of metaphysical magic in the American colonies...

Billy Williams' life is about to change forever. In 1911, he begins working down the mines as George V is crowned king, unaware that his family's fate is inextricably linked with that of the...

Selina Bruce has left behind her life in London to search for a father she's never known. Her journey takes her to a tiny island off the Spanish coast, where she discovers an unexpected truth about...

The Ice Dragon is a tale of courage and sacrifice by George R.R. Martin, set against the backdrop of a legendary creature. Born during a severe freeze, Adara has always been drawn to the ice dragon,...

A Divine Revelation of Prayer by Mary K. Baxter and George G. Bloomer offers a unique perspective on prayer and its power to transform lives. Through personal visions and revelations, the authors...

Charmian Clift's Peel Me a Lotus is a vivid account of life in 1950s Greece. In this companion volume to Mermaid Singing, Clift recounts her experiences living on the island of Hydra with her husband...

Every girl is uniquely equipped by God to make choices that bring her closer to Him. As she grows and changes, she faces many decisions about how to live her life. But with conflicting messages from...

Fryderyk Chopin: A Life and Times is a comprehensive biography that sets out to dispel myths and legends surrounding the Polish composer. Based on ten years of research and primary sources, Alan...

Discover the hidden gems of Brighton & Lewes with this insider's guide. Featuring 111 unique places to explore, from lesser-known landmarks to local favourites, this book is perfect for both locals...

Marina Abramovic: A Career-Spanning Survey This comprehensive publication brings together expert voices to explore the work of Marina Abramovic, a pioneer of performance art. In collaboration with...

Bernard Cribbins's life has been a remarkable one, marked by a series of unexpected twists and turns. From his early days as a teenager performing with the Oldham Repertory Company to his subsequent...

A century of literary experimentation has yielded a unique body of dark and strange stories, known as The Weird. These tales, from the likes of Lovecraft to Borges and Gaiman, transcend genre...

The Emigrants Winfried Georg Sebald's The Emigrants is a deeply personal and poignant exploration of the lives of four Germans in exile. Through a combination of precise documentary and fictional...

BLOW is the remarkable true story of George Jung's rise and fall as a major player in the international cocaine trade. From his early days as a middle-class high school football hero to his...

The Old Curiosity Shop, written by Charles Dickens, is a popular and enduring novel that combines elements of sentimentality, the grotesque, and social concern. Published in 1840-41, the story...

An extraordinary memoir based on the diaries of intensive care nurse Anthea Allen, who worked on the front line of one of the largest hospitals in Europe during the Covid crisis. With 25 years of...

Seurat and the Sea is a scholarly catalogue that explores the evolution of French artist Georges Seurat's distinctive style through his recurring motif of the sea. The book accompanies a landmark...

For those living with multiple sclerosis, a diagnosis can be a life-changing event. However, with the right approach, it is possible to manage the condition and live a healthy, active life...

The Ecstasy of Communication by Jean Baudrillard is a dense and poetically crystalline essay that distills two decades of radical theory into an aphoristically eloquent exploration of contemporary...

Charlotte Higgins's Red Thread On Mazes and Labyrinths is a masterful exploration of one of the most enduring myths in human culture. This book weaves together threads from literature, art, history,...

Forecasting Principles and Practice by Rob J. Hyndman and George Athanasopoulos provides a comprehensive introduction to forecasting methods, making it an essential resource for anyone looking to...

The 4th Indian Division: A Military History of World War II The 4th Indian Division played a pivotal role in nine campaigns during the Mediterranean theatre, Egypt, Eritrea, Syria, Tunisia, Italy and...

The Famous Five Collection 1 Books 1-3 by Enid Blyton is a collection of three exciting adventures that follow the exploits of Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog. The first three books in...

The Wonder Team and the Rainforest Rescue is the third time-twisting adventure from Leah Williamson, captain of the Euros-winning women's England team. When Leah and her friends are magically...

George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire is reimagined in this full-colour graphic novel, the first part of a four-volume adaptation of the second book, A Clash of Kings. The story continues from...

Conrad Anker's remarkable discovery on Mount Everest in 1999 sheds new light on the enduring mystery of George Leigh Mallory's disappearance in 1924.On June 8, 1924, Mallory and his climbing partner,...

The First World War, Mallory and Mount Everest is a monumental work of history, biography and adventure that explores the quest for the highest mountain in the world during one of the most tumultuous...

George Best's life story is one of extraordinary talent and heartbreaking struggle. A football legend in his own lifetime, he brought a unique beauty to the game that captivated fans worldwide. Yet,...

Mr Mulliner's tales are full of laughter and excitement as he regales his friends at the Angler's Rest with stories of his endless supply of brothers, nephews, and cousins. From George, who finds...

The Mill on the Floss vividly portrays life in provincial England, where the struggles of ordinary people are both poignant and relatable. When the miller's family becomes embroiled in lawsuits, it...

The Kerala Kitchen: Expanded Edition Recipes and Recollections from the Syrian Christians of South India by Lathika George. Experience the rich culinary heritage of Kerala, a tropical state on the...

George Orwell's Selected Journalism and Other Writings brings together a wide range of his non-fiction writing, showcasing his versatility as a journalist and commentator. Edited by renowned expert...

William Wilberforce: A Life of Unwavering Conviction This biography explores the life and campaign against the slave trade of William Wilberforce, a man who defied convention to lead a powerful...

The Indifferent Stars Above In April 1846, Sarah Graves set out west with her new husband, her parents, and eight siblings, determined to build a better future. Seven months later, they joined a...

The Cultural Cold War: The CIA and the World of Arts and Letters by Frances Stonor Saunders During the Cold War, the concept of freedom of expression was often touted as a cornerstone of liberal...

Frightful's Mountain is a heartwarming story about a young boy's bond with a wild falcon. When his beloved falcon, Frightful, returns home, he must confront the reality of releasing her back into the...

Jack Dempsey was instrumental in creating the first million-dollar gate, a milestone event that took place in 1921 when he faced Georges Carpentier, the French heavyweight champion. Dempsey's victory...

A Place of Greater Safety by Hilary Mantel In this epic novel, Hilary Mantel brings to life the tumultuous world of the French Revolution through the complex and often contradictory characters of its...

Works of Love by Soren Kierkegaard is a profound exploration of the human heart, delving into the mysteries of love and its role in existence. At its core, Kierkegaard's philosophy posits that love...

Darkness at Noon is a gripping and unforgettable novel about a man's desperate struggle for survival in a totalitarian regime. After being arrested and interrogated, Rubashov reflects on his past...

Angéla Kiss's guide to navigating English culture is based on her own experiences as an outsider. Ten years ago, she arrived in the UK with little more than a copy of George Mikes's humour book and a...

Dreamwalker is the first novel in J. D. Oswald's epic fantasy series, The Ballad of Sir Benfro. In a small village on the outskirts of the Twin Kingdoms, a young boy named Errol struggles to find his...

AC/DC at 50 celebrates the extraordinary history of one of rock's most iconic bands. This milestone anniversary edition features 50 significant milestones in the band's career, from their formation...

A Jedi adventure that sets the stage for the explosive opening scene of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith. Written by bestselling author James Luceno and based on information from George...

The Linguistics Wars: Chomsky, Lakoff, and the Battle Over Deep Structure by Randy Allen Harris explores the pivotal dispute in linguistics that shaped the field from the 1950s to the present day. At...

Decca's groundbreaking recording of Wagner's Ring Des Nibelungen is a monumental achievement in the history of sound recording. Spanning eight years and countless hours of work, this book tells the...

George Szirtes' "The Burning of the Books and Other Poems" is a powerful exploration of the patterns that shape our understanding of history. At its core, this collection of narrative sequences is...

The complete epic story arc of the Star Wars saga is presented in this one stunning volume, bringing together the events of The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith. The tale...

The Beatles' breakup was a pivotal moment in 1970, but it marked the beginning of a fascinating new chapter in their story. In "You Never Give Me Your Money", journalist Peter Doggett explores the...

The Crown Jewels: An Official Illustrated History This sumptuous volume presents a complete inventory of every item of the Crown Jewels, a collection steeped in English history and still in use today...

Byron's poetry is the enduring legacy of a life marked by adventure, passion, and tragedy. Born in 1788, the poet and politician George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron, was a leading figure of the...

Peppa Pig: Peppa Is Kind by Samantha Lizzio is a heartwarming storybook that showcases the power of kindness. The story follows Peppa as she shares her favorite toy with her little brother George and...

Friedrich Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil is a groundbreaking work of philosophy that challenges the traditional notions of truth and morality. Translated from the German by R.J. Hollingdale, this...