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Charles McCormac's harrowing true account of one of the most remarkable prison escapes in World War Two. In 1942, weakened by hunger and ill-treatment, McCormac and sixteen others broke out of Pasir...

Harold Bloom's comprehensive work on novelists and novels offers in-depth analysis of the genre. Spanning from Daniel Defoe to Philip Roth, Charles Dickens to Amy Tan, this collection showcases...

Pardon My French: Unleash Your Inner GaulDiscover the often-surprising world of French language and culture with this entertaining and practical guide. From sugar-cube etiquette to swearing like a...

A collection of weird and unsettling tales from the minds of various authors. From the darkest recesses of the imagination, DEAD STAR PRESS presents an anthology of fiction that blends the bizarre...

Tales from Shakespeare is a captivating retelling of the great works by Charles and Mary Lamb.With their famed prose renderings, the Lams bring the plays to life in a form that encourages readers to...

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde A haunting tale of vanity and the human condition, Oscar Wilde's The Picture of Dorian Gray is a gothic exploration of the darker side of beauty and desire...

This collection of cosmic horror tales features some of the most legendary landscapes from the genre's most iconic authors. From the eerie landscapes of H.P. Lovecraft's New England hills to the...

A 42nd Anniversary gift edition of Douglas Adams's iconic comedy, The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, is now available. Stunningly illustrated throughout by Costa Award-winner Chris Riddell, this...

A chilling collection of 14 classic and lost gems of séance fiction awaits. Through the electric silence of the séance, a terrible force draws near, as a medium's summoning of a lost child pitches...

The Flowering Hawthorn by Hugh Ross Williamson is an exquisitely decorated essay that blends legend and history to explore the famous Thorn of Glastonbury. This unique work delves into the legends...

Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Burglar is a tale of style and cunning. First introduced in 1905, this charismatic thief has been captivating audiences with his clever schemes and gentlemanly manners. With a...

The Chess Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes Fifty Tantalizing Problems of Chess Detection by Raymond M. Smullyan is an intriguing collection of puzzles that showcase the detective's remarkable analytical...

Lucid and lyrical poetry explores life's in-between moments. John Burnside's collection, Learning to Sleep, delves into real life and death, as well as the spaces between. Hauntingly charged poems...

The Other End by R. Ellis Roberts and Gina R. Collia is a collection of uncanny short stories that showcases the author's mastery of his subject. First published in 1923, this new edition includes...

In December 1935, Arthur Machen's writing stood still for a moment. Before him, the familiar structures gave way to an unearthly panorama of astounding beauty. Deep dells, sheltered by overhanging...

This Here Flesh: Spirituality, Liberation and the Stories That Make Us In this deeply personal and transformative book, Cole Arthur Riley shares her journey of self-discovery and spiritual...

What Art Is by Arthur C. Danto is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of art. Renowned author and critic Danto challenges the idea that art is an indefinable concept, instead arguing that...

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy The Nearly Definitive Edition A comprehensive and irreverent guide to the galaxy, this edition brings together the complete trilogy of novels, along with a wealth...

Noam Chomsky's How the World Works is a powerful exploration of contemporary geopolitics, presented with exceptional clarity and argument. This collection of speeches and interviews, edited by Arthur...

First published in 1966, this chronicle tells the story of Britain from its supposed foundation by Brutus to the arrival of the Saxons over two thousand years later. The book vividly portrays...

Robert the Bruce: King of Scots by Ronald McNair Scott In 1306, Robert the Bruce seized the crown at Scone, marking a turning point in Scotland's struggle for freedom. This event renewed the fight...

The Sherlock Holmes Complete Puzzle Collection Test your powers of deduction with this remarkable collection of over 200 puzzles, written in the style of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's great stories. From...

Parzival, composed in the early thirteenth century, is a re-creation and completion of the story left unfinished by its initiator Chrétien de Troyes. Set against the backdrop of King Arthur's court,...

The Baker Street Four, Vol. 4 is the latest chapter in the award-winning comics series based on Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes. After three years of secret warfare against Professor Moriarty's...

London Bridge Is Falling Down by Christopher Fowler is a gripping mystery that delves into the darker corners of modern society. When 91-year-old Amelia Hoffman dies under suspicious circumstances,...

The Complete Case Files 42 brings together another gripping collection of Judge Dredd's most harrowing cases. In the dystopian metropolis of Mega-City One, crime is ever-present and the Judges are...

The Making of Swallows and Amazons (1974) by Sophie Neville In 1973, Sophie Neville was cast in the film adaptation of Arthur Ransome's epic adventure. With no script to guide her, she relied on her...

The Crystal Cave by Mary Stewart is a captivating tale of magic and mystery set in fifth century Britain. Born into a world ravaged by war, Merlin's early life is marked by neglect and secrecy as he...

100 Years celebrates every age from birth to 100 with quotations from the world's greatest writers. This literary tapestry weaves together the words of authors such as Arthur Rimbaud, Sylvia Plath,...

Arthur Less, a failed novelist on the cusp of fifty, receives a series of invitations to literary events around the world. With no clear reason to stay in one place, he accepts them all, embarking on...

The Return of Rama In 2130, an alien spaceship, Rama, entered our solar system, revealing many wonders to mankind. However, most of its mysteries remained unsolved. Sixty-six years later, a second...

The Ashmolean Museum's wood engraving collection is one of the greatest in the world. This book showcases some of its finest examples. The Ashmolean has an extensive collection of over 3,000 prints,...

The Seeing Stone by Tony DiTerlizzi and Holly Black is a heart-pounding adventure that follows the Grace children as they navigate a world beyond their wildest dreams. After receiving a mysterious...

Black Liturgies: Prayers, Poems and Meditations for Staying HumanCole Arthur Riley's latest work is a deeply personal and spiritual exploration of what it means to be human in a world of both beauty...

Robert Twigger's 36 Islands is an immersive journey into the lesser-known world of the Lake District's islands. With an inflatable canoe as his only companion, he ventures beyond the tourist trails...

The Paras: A Unique Perspective on Modern Warfare Renowned historian Max Arthur presents an enthralling oral history of the modern Parachute Regiment, drawing on the voices of over 100 soldiers and...

Cornwall in Photographs showcases the region's diverse landscapes, from rugged granite cliffs to tranquil river estuaries. The coastline is marked by contrasts, with wave-battered harbours and...

Cinderella, a story of love and virtue, tells the story of a young woman mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, but ultimately winning the heart of a prince with the help of her fairy...

The Signalman, a haunting ghost story, was written by Charles Dickens in 1866, following a traumatic event that occurred on the train he was travelling on. The story takes place in a railway cutting,...

Discover a treasure trove of poems for children by renowned poet Charles Causley in this beautifully presented Macmillan Classics edition. Chosen and arranged by the author himself, the poems in this...

London, 1813, is a city of secrets and danger. The gruesome murder of a wealthy plantation owner at Bloody Bridge sets off a chain of events that draws Sebastian St. Cyr into a perilous investigation...

Short Stories from the Nineteenth Century is a carefully curated collection of tales from the golden age of storytelling, introduced by David Stuart Davies. This volume brings to life the rich...

The Taste of Innocence by Stephanie LaurensStephanie Laurens brings to life a Regency romance that explores the complexities of love and family duty. Charles Morwellan, determined to avoid the...

Jesus and OCD: A Christian Workbook for Overcoming Obsessive Compulsive DisorderThis workbook offers practical guidance and spiritual insight to help you understand and overcome obsessive-compulsive...

Charles Handy's thought-provoking new book explores the relationship between individuals and large corporations. He examines how we work today and addresses various concerns about big business,...

Third Class Superhero explores the complexities of identity and existence in an age of dislocation. Through eleven stories, Charles Yu delves into themes of time, self-discovery, and the human...

bell hooks' collection of love poetry, When Angels Speak of Love, is a powerful exploration of the complexities of love and desire. With a new introduction by Cole Arthur Riley, this book brings...

The Pillow Book is a unique and captivating glimpse into the life of a young court lady in 10th-century Japan. Written as a diary, this lively miscellany of anecdotes, observations, and gossip...

Protein Science by Arthur Lesk provides a clear and concise introduction to the essential topics in protein science. This primer explains how proteins are synthesized as amino-acid sequences encoded...

Discover the fascinating story behind the world's most popular tarot system. Secrets of the Waite-Smith Tarot reveals newly uncovered secrets and hidden history about the origins of this widely used...

The Complete Grimm's Fairy Tales by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm is a collection of 211 stories that have been cherished for over two centuries. Accompanied by beautiful illustrations from renowned...

A Hundred and Seventy Chinese Poems by Arthur Waley This collection of Chinese poems offers a unique glimpse into the country's rich literary heritage. The book features a diverse range of poems,...

Sir Cumference and the First Round Table brings together wordplay, problem-solving and geometry in a math adventure that's fun for everyone. When King Arthur needs help resolving a conflict with his...

Beautifully bound in real cloth, this edition of Grimms' Fairy Tales is a treasure to behold. With its high-quality paper and ribbon markers, it's a book that will be loved and cherished for years to...

Improve Your Chess Pattern Recognition More Key Moves and Motives in the Middlegame by Arthur van de Oudeweetering is a practical guide to enhancing your chess skills. By focusing on essential...

On the last day of summer holidays in 1986, Christopher Hearsey's world is turned upside down as his best friend Arthur disappears. As he searches for answers, Chris must confront his own fears and...

The Two Fundamental Problems of Ethics by Arthur Schopenhauer presents his complete system of ethics in accessible form. This collection of essays builds upon his major work, The World as Will and...

Conan Doyle: The Man Who Created Sherlock Holmes A groundbreaking biography that sheds new light on the life of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of one of literature's most enduring characters. This...

Set in 17th-century Scotland, Witch Light is a gripping tale of survival and courage. Corrag, a young girl from the mountains, has been imprisoned as a witch and awaits her fate. When Charles Leslie,...

The English Civil Wars 1640-1660 by Blair Worden The mid-seventeenth century saw a period of profound upheaval in English history, with the monarchy and the House of Lords abolished and replaced by a...

Screams from the Balcony: Selected Letters 1960-1970This collection of letters offers a candid glimpse into Charles Bukowski's life, as he navigates the challenges of getting published and finding...

The 1980s and 1990s Hollywood culture of excess is revealed through the life and career of Don Simpson. As one of Hollywood's most notorious bad boys, Simpson was also a key figure in the success of...

Marianne North was a trailblazing artist and scientist who defied convention with her vibrant paintings of the natural world. Her groundbreaking technique of capturing specimens in their natural...

The Generals by Simon Scarrow In the aftermath of the French Revolution, Napoleon Bonaparte's reputation hangs in the balance. His military prowess in Italy and Egypt has saved him from treachery and...

At the Battle of the Nile in 1798, Captain Hiram Nightingale suffers a devastating defeat that leaves him with physical and mental wounds. To recover, he accepts command of HMS Scylla, tasked with...

The coins of the Bible hold a significant place in the history of the western world. In "Coins of the Bible", Arthur L. Friedberg presents a collection of replica coins from biblical times, including...

The Red Line: The Gripping Account of the RAF's Bloodiest Raid on Hitler's Germany On 30 March 1944, a single night marked the RAF's bloodiest loss of the Second World War. Nearly 700 men from Royal...

The Restaurant at the End of the Universe is the second part of Douglas Adams' multi-media phenomenon and cult classic series. Following the smash-hit sci-fi comedy The Hitchhiker's Guide to the...

Arthur Gould Lee's account of life as a fighter pilot at the front is a riveting and thought-provoking read. Thanks to a broken leg during flight school, he gained valuable additional time flying...

The Quick and the Dead by William Arthur Waterton is a thought-provoking account of test flying with British aircraft organizations in the 1950s. Written from the pilot's viewpoint, this book offers...

Two centuries after humanity's first lunar landing, the stage is set for a new era of conflict. The Federation, a political entity formed by outer space inhabitants, has emerged as a rival to Earth...

A.S.J. Tessimond Collected Poems by Arthur Seymour John Tessimond is a long-awaited reissue of the posthumous collection edited by his friend Hubert Nicholson. This edition brings together the poet's...

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most famous dancers. How They Became Famous Dancers: A Dancing History brings together twelve legendary performers from different eras and...

Oscar Wilde and the Nest of Vipers by Gyles Brandreth is a historical mystery that delves into the darker side of London's high society in 1890. A glamorous reception hosted by the Duke and Duchess...

Anatomy and Embalming by Albert John Nunnamaker and Charles Otto Dhonau is a foundational work in the field of medical science. First published in 2022, this book has been selected by scholars for...

A delightful collection of poems for 8-year-olds, packed with fun and imaginative verse about friends, space, pets, nature, magic, family, school, and adventure.This charming anthology brings...

A heartwarming story about kindness and forgiveness. A little boy's day takes an unexpected turn when he is accidentally bumped by another child at Fun Land. Despite his disappointment, he learns a...

Hollywood is a novel that explores the darker side of the film industry. Written by Charles Bukowski, it's a fictionalisation of his experiences making the film Barfly.The book follows Henry Chinaski...

Charles Spurgeon's Morning and Evening is a timeless collection of daily devotional thoughts, offering encouragement, challenge, and insight into perseverance through life's trials. For over 150...

The Killing Snows by Charles Egan is a fictional account inspired by a remarkable discovery. In 1990, a box of old documents was found on a small farm in Ireland, revealing a story of hardship, love...

The Sea, the Sea: A Severed HeadA dark and ferocious comic masterpiece, this novel follows Martin Lynch-Gibbon's life as it unravels after his wife leaves him for her psychoanalyst. Meanwhile,...

Process Mysticism by Daniel A. Dombrowski explores mystical religious experiences through the lens of process philosophy, drawing on the ideas of Charles Hartshorne, Alfred North Whitehead, and Henri...

Summer 1940. Hitler's army is advancing towards Paris, and millions of French civilians are on the run. Amidst the chaos, two British children are being hunted by German agents. British spy Charles...

The Moon and Sixpence is a novel about a man who abandons his life to pursue his passion for art. Charles Strickland, a stockbroker, leaves behind his family and settles in Paris and Tahiti, where he...

Abide in the presence of our Lord and find serenity and security in Him. This 365-day devotional invites you to step into the eternal God who bids you to find peace and hope in His presence. With...

Revisit the final decade of Charles Monroe Schulz's iconic Peanuts series, where Charlie Brown gets caught up in a fake celebrity autographs racket, and Rerun's artistic pursuits take an unexpected...

Summer in Massachusetts brings an old Silver Wraith with a dark history. A story of unfinished business and terror unfolds as one serial killer's path crosses with another, leaving no escape from the...

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville, whose body is found on the misty Devon moors. The locals blame his death on the legend of a phantom hound...

Discover over 100 amazing facts about England's Lionesses, the proud winners of the UEFA Women's Euros 2025. From jaw-dropping goals to the silliest celebrations, this book has everything you need to...

Les Misérables Volume Two is a magisterial work of Western Literature, rich in character portrayal and meticulous historical description. The story of a man wrongly convicted and seeking redemption,...

Hard Case Crime founder Charles Ardai's 20 finest stories are collected in this definitive anthology, celebrating 20 years of the imprint's hardboiled crime fiction. From the darkest corners of the...

A Christmas Carol The Graphic Novel by Seán Michael Wilson and Charles Dickens is a concise adaptation of Dicken's novel. Three ghostly visitors review a miser's past and foretell his future,...

The Third Black Book of Horror by Charles Black is a collection of 17 macabre tales that will leave you chilled to the bone. Within its pages, you'll encounter a range of dark and unsettling stories,...

A wickedly funny satire of Irish society after WWI, Good Behaviour is a dark comedy that explores the complexities of family relationships and the power of kindness. The novel follows Aroon St...

The French Lieutenant's Woman is a sweeping historical romance that defies convention. In 19th-century England, Charles Smithson falls deeply in love with Sarah Woodruff, a woman shunned by society...

Joanna Tan is back in this fast-paced mystery thriller. As a skilled operative, she'll get you the weapon you need, when you need it, but this time someone else is planting the weapons and framing...

Running has been a defining aspect of Haruki Murakami's life, influencing his writing and shaping his experiences. In this memoir, he reflects on the power of running and its impact on his life,...

This book offers a stunning visual history of 100 years of design, profiling 50 of the most influential figures of the past century. From iconic designers like Charles and Ray Eames, Eileen Gray, and...

The Praetorians by Jean Larteguy Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the Algerian War, this novel follows a group of French paratroopers as they grapple with the moral complexities of modern...

The Not Quite Prime Ministers: Leaders of the Opposition 1783-2020 by Nigel Fletcher Discover the often-wildly entertaining stories behind Britain's failed opposition leaders. From Charles James Fox...