2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K. Le'

Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness is a haunting and thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature and the devastating consequences of imperialism.The story follows a...

Manhattan Transfer is a modernist masterpiece that captures the fragmented lives of its characters in a dazzling kaleidoscope of New York City in the 1920s. Using experimental montage techniques and...

A chilling portrayal of tragic love, persecution and betrayal, Georges Simenon's novel "Mr Hire's Engagement" is a quietly devastating and deeply unnerving tale. The story revolves around a man who...

In a world where the Axis powers have emerged victorious, America is divided between the Nazi-controlled East Coast and the Japanese-ruled West Coast. Between these two states lies a neutral buffer...

The Case Against Satan, a classic horror novel by Ray Russell, explores the darker side of human nature. In 1962, Russell resurrected the ritual of exorcism with his groundbreaking work, which has...

Set in the tumultuous world of Cold War espionage, Spy Line is a gripping tale of betrayal and deception. Bernard Samson, a spy on the run, must navigate the treacherous streets of Berlin to uncover...

The Chemistry of Life is a clear and authoritative introduction to the world of biochemistry, first published in 1966. This fourth edition has been fully updated to include the latest developments in...

The Letters of the Younger Pliny offers a unique glimpse into life in Imperial Rome through the personal letters of Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, better known as Pliny the Younger.Written to a...

Nadja, first published in France in 1928, is a foundational work of Surrealist literature that explores the author's relationship with a girl in Paris. This unique narrative is intertwined with...

A beautifully crafted hardback edition of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol. This stunning story follows Ebenezer Scrooge as he is visited by three ghosts on a cold Christmas Eve, forcing him to...

Eichmann and the Holocaust by Hannah Arendt is a thought-provoking exploration of the moral implications of bureaucracy and obedience. This radical work examines the trial of a high-ranking Nazi...

The Penguin History of Economics by Roger Backhouse is a comprehensive guide to the history of economic thought, spanning from ancient times to the present day. With a new chapter on the twenty-first...

A new edition of Carson McCullers' novel Reflections in a Golden Eye has been released. Set against the backdrop of a Southern army base in the 1930s, this novel tells the story of Captain Penderton,...

Arne Naess's writings offer a unique blend of philosophy and connection with nature. This collection draws on his years in an isolated hut, as well as diverse influences like Gandhi and Spinoza, to...

Elie Wiesel's Night is a harrowing account of his experiences in Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Translated by Marion Wiesel, this memoir recounts the atrocities he endured and the...

A Moment of War by Laurie Lee is a harrowing account of one young Englishman's experiences as a Republican soldier in Spain's civil war. Imprisoned and almost executed for suspected espionage, he...

Simone de Beauvoir's groundbreaking writings explore the human condition and our place in the world. She examines the nature of good and evil, revealing how we create our own destiny by simply being...

Oxford-educated Emperor Seth has taken the throne of Azania, but his subjects are ill-informed and unruly. Corruption, double-dealing, and bloodshed are rampant. With the help of Minister of...

Steinbeck's collection of dispatches for the New York Herald Tribune offers a poignant and hard-hitting account of life during World War II.From England to Africa, Steinbeck recounts the courage of...

Arthur Schopenhauer's influential philosophical work offers profound insights into the human experience and our place in the world.This collection of essays explores the nature of suffering, its...

George MacDonald's Complete Fairy Tales brings together eleven of his shorter stories, along with an essay on the power of imagination. This collection explores traditional fantasy themes, featuring...

The Sheltering Sky is a poignant exploration of human relationships and the search for meaning in a foreign land.Port and Kit Moresbury, an American couple, embark on a journey through North Africa,...

The Classic of Mountains and Seas is a rich source of Chinese mythology, spanning from the third century BC to the second century AD. This ancient text contains a wealth of information on mythical...

George Orwell's Animal Farm is a powerful satire on the corrupting influence of power, first published in 1945. When Mr Jones forgets to feed his livestock, the animals stage a rebellion, led by the...

Riddley Walker is a haunting and unsettling tale of a desolate post-apocalyptic landscape. In a world where language has broken down, Riddley sets out to uncover the truth about the end of...

Giovanni's Room is a poignant and powerful exploration of love and its complexities. When David meets the enigmatic Giovanni, their passionate affair sets off a chain of events that ultimately lead...

A.E. Housman's A Shropshire Lad is a poignant collection of poetry that explores the human experience with lyrical precision. First published in 1896, this slim volume of verse has become a beloved...

The Town and the City is a deeply personal and poignant coming of age story that explores the complexities of identity and belonging. Written by Jack Kerouac, this debut novel is a powerful...

In the ravaged New State, conformity is enforced and individuality is a threat. Jael, an Alpha deemed over-privileged for her beauty, is compelled to report to the Ministry of Facial Justice. Her...

Penguin Classics Paradise LostA majestic epic poem of cosmic scale, conjuring up a vast and awe-inspiring cosmos, Milton's Paradise Lost is a masterpiece of human tragedy. At its centre are the...

The Lonely Londoners, a powerful and poignant novel, tells the story of a group of immigrants arriving in London in the 1950s. Set against the backdrop of a city struggling to come to terms with its...

A stunning new clothbound edition of a seminal science-fiction novel, designed by acclaimed Coralie-Bickford Smith. When Bill Masen wakes up blindfolded in hospital, he discovers a world in chaos. A...

The Lonely Londoners is a vivid account of immigrant experience in 1950s London, a city where hope and despair coexist. This Penguin Modern Classics edition features an introduction by Susheila Nasta...

A young couple's bodies are discovered in a rocky cove, their deaths seemingly a tragic lovers' suicide. However, two detectives, Torigai Jutaro and Kiichi Mihara, notice inconsistencies in the case...

The Meek One is a haunting and intense short story by Fyodor Dostoyevsky, masterfully depicting desperation, greed, manipulation, and the ultimate act of suicide. In this gripping tale, the author...

The Grapes of Wrath, a powerful and poignant novel by John Steinbeck, tells the story of the Joad family's struggle during the Great Depression. In 1939, Steinbeck's Pulitzer Prize-winning epic...

A new collection of Japanese short stories, many appearing in English for the first time, is presented in this book. Edited by Jay Rubin, it features an introduction by Haruki Murakami. The...

Alone in Berlin is a gripping wartime thriller that tells the story of a quiet resistance movement in Nazi-occupied Berlin. When the Quangels receive news of their son's death, they are shocked out...

Audre Lorde's Sister Outsider is a powerful collection of essays, speeches, letters, and interviews that explore the intersections of race, sexuality, poetry, and female solidarity. Uncompromising...

Mary Shelley's dark and disturbing tale of a bereaved man's passion for his daughter was suppressed by her own father, and not published for over a century. This new edition, part of the Little Black...

Tropic of Cancer, a groundbreaking novel by Henry Miller, redefined the literary landscape of the 20th century. First published in 1961, the book was the subject of over 60 obscenity trials in the US...

Aristophanes' Lysistrata and Other Plays offers a unique glimpse into the world of Ancient Greece, where comedy and satire were used to challenge the status quo. This collection of three plays...

The River Between explores the complex world of the Gikuyu people in early Kenya, where the allure of a new religion and 'magical' customs threatens to tear the community apart. Some turn to a fiery...

Woody Guthrie's autobiography is a candid and humorous account of his life, spanning from his childhood in an Oklahoma oil-boom town to his time on the open road during the Great Depression.Born into...

The Radetzky March is a deeply moving account of three generations of a family's struggle to come to terms with the collapse of the Austro-Hungarian empire. Against the backdrop of the years leading...

Understanding a Photograph by John Berger This collection of essays explores the world of photography, delving into the lives of those photographed and the work of influential photographers such as...

A small masterpiece of world literature, set in Europe months before the Nazis began their rise. It is spring 1939 and Badenheim, a resort town vaguely in the orbit of Vienna, is preparing for its...

For over two millennia, The Art of War has been a guiding force for leaders seeking to outmaneuver their opponents and achieve victory. This timeless treatise on strategy and tactics, penned by the...

Mr Fortune's Maggot is a poignant and thought-provoking tale of faith, conviction, and the human condition.The Reverend Timothy Fortune, a man of unwavering optimism, has dedicated his life to...

The Night Manager is a gripping tale of espionage and deception. Jonathan Pine, the night manager at a luxury hotel, becomes embroiled in a deadly game when a simple attempt to pass on information to...

The Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling is a timeless collection of stories that explores the intricate relationship between humans and nature. In this edition, Kipling's masterful storytelling brings to...

Tarka the Otter is a story of survival and growth, set in the wild. The story follows the journey of an otter cub as he learns to navigate the dangers of the natural world. From the comfort of his...

Little Men is a heartwarming tale of the power of kindness and gratitude. At Plumfield boarding school, a lively band of orphan boys learn valuable lessons about courage, wisdom, and love. Jo March,...

Berlin Game by Len Deighton is a masterful tale of espionage and betrayal. When a valued agent in East Berlin warns the British of a mole at the heart of the Service, embattled agent Bernard Samson...

The Quest of the Holy Grail is a profound spiritual fable that reinterprets ancient Celtic myth as a journey of man's perilous search for divine grace. Composed in early thirteenth-century France,...

The Long Valley is a collection of short stories by John Steinbeck, set in the idyllic Salinas Valley in California. These stories reflect Steinbeck's concerns with the tensions between town and...

The New Penguin Book of Love Poetry brings together a rich collection of poems on the subject of love, spanning cultures and ages. From ancient fragments to modern masterpieces, this anthology...

Castle Rackrent and Ennui is a witty and insightful novel that explores the complexities of rural Irish life during the Anglo-Irish occupation. Written by Maria Edgeworth, this 19th-century tale...

Alfred Lord Tennyson's Selected Poems offers a comprehensive collection of his most celebrated works. Spanning nearly sixty years of his literary career, this volume showcases the poet's mastery of...

A Laodicean by Thomas Hardy In this Penguin Classics edition, Thomas Hardy's novel A Laodicean is presented with an introduction and notes that shed new light on its themes. The story revolves around...

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...

Jude Fawley's hopes of a university education are lost when he is trapped into marrying the earthy Arabella. This decision sets him on a path that will lead to hardship and heartache, but also to a...

Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel's Introductory Lectures on Aesthetics is a thought-provoking work that explores the relationship between art and modernity. Delivered in Berlin in the 1820s, these...

Walt Whitman's iconic collection of poetry, Leaves of Grass, is presented in its original 1855 form in this beautifully designed Penguin Classics edition.First published to great acclaim by leading...

The IPCRESS File by Len Deighton is a gripping thriller that follows a high-ranking scientist's kidnapping and the secret British intelligence agency's pursuit to uncover the truth. As the mission...

Rachel Carson's personal favourite, Under the Sea-Wind, is a groundbreaking paean to the natural world. This early masterwork by one of America's greatest nature writers celebrates the mystery and...

The Song of the LarkA passionate portrait of an artist's journey, this novel follows Thea Kronberg as she pursues her dreams and grapples with her past. Her remarkable singing voice takes her to the...

Bend Sinister is a dystopian novel that explores a society under the control of a tyrannical regime. The state has been taken over by the 'Average Man' party, which promotes equality and happiness...

Ralph Waldo Emerson's influential writings offer a profound exploration of life philosophy. Through his essays and personal thoughts, he challenged traditional views and encouraged Americans to forge...

Judas Priest: Heavy Duty Days and Nights For the first time, the story of Judas Priest is told from the band's guitarist, K.K. Downing. Formed in Birmingham in 1969, Judas Priest became a heavy metal...

A beautifully illustrated Little Golden Book based on the live-action Disney film, The Little Mermaid, brings the beloved story to life for young readers. The story follows Ariel, a young mermaid...

George Polya's How to Solve It presents a unique approach to problem-solving, demonstrating how to draw unexpected analogies, tackle problems from unusual angles, and extract more information from...

Games People Play: The Psychology of Human RelationshipsThis book offers a unique insight into the psychological games we play in our relationships, helping you to better understand yourself and...

Dante's epic masterpiece, The Divine Comedy, is a profound exploration of human redemption, faith, and desire. This 3-in-1 edition brings together the poet's journey through Hell, Purgatory, and...

James M. McPherson's 'Battle Cry of Freedom: The Civil War Era' is a comprehensive and engaging history of one of the most tumultuous periods in the United States' past. Spanning from the Mexican War...

Jorge Luis Borges's Labyrinths is a collection of short stories and essays that showcase the imaginative and influential writer's unique voice.This Penguin Modern Classics edition brings together...

A 12-year-old boy with a clever mind and a taste for danger, Artemis Fowl, sets out to steal fairy gold. But these fairies are not the friendly creatures of children's books. They are armed and ready...

This collection of essays by Sigmund Freud explores the human psyche and the underlying forces that shape our thoughts and actions. It includes key works such as "On the Introduction of Narcissism",...

The pleasure is twice as sweet when you cheat a cheat. This illustrated collection of fables from Jean de La Fontaine is a delightful addition to the Little Black Classics series. With its rich range...

Animal Farm is a story about a rebellion and how it goes wrong. The animals' lives on the farm are difficult - there is not enough food, the work is hard, and animals are dying. The animals kick out...

Penguin Readers Level 6: Great ExpectationsA graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language, this title features carefully adapted text and new illustrations to support language...

The Penguin Book of the Undead explores our fascination with zombies and other restless souls through 15 centuries of supernatural encounters. From ancient times to the Renaissance, accounts of...

The Arabian Nights: Tales of 1,001 Nights Volume 2 brings to life one of the world's greatest works of literature in a new and exciting way. This magnificent edition is the first complete English...

Eileen Chang's remarkable short fiction collection, Love in a Fallen City, presents a profound and deeply personal exploration of love, longing, and family life. Written in her twenties, these...

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...