2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K Le'

The Use of Pleasure is a groundbreaking analysis of how sexuality was perceived in classical Greek culture. Foucault's discussion explores the complexities of desire, delving into the stranger byways...

An Expensive Place to Die by Len Deighton is a gripping thriller that delves into the darker side of human nature. In this reissue, a mysterious spy is sent to Paris to deliver a file of nuclear...

When Penguin Gets Left OutA heartwarming story about friendship and inclusion for young children.This charming tale follows the adventures of a penguin who finds himself left out, but ultimately...

Beyond Good and Evil challenges traditional notions of morality and truth. Friedrich Nietzsche's provocative ideas have had a lasting impact on modern thought.Nietzsche argues that conventional...

Robert Sheckley's surreal and witty tales are a testament to his unique brand of humour. This collection of short stories explores themes of indignant aliens, stranded space explorers, shapeshifters,...

Charles Darwin's groundbreaking work on human emotions and animal behaviour. Published in 1872, "The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals" was a pivotal study that explored the evolution of...

Franz Kafka's personal life was marked by turmoil and heartbreak. In 1914, his fiancée Felice ended their engagement in a public confrontation, which had a profound impact on the young writer. This...

The User Illusion: Cutting Consciousness Down to SizeThis groundbreaking book explores the nature of consciousness, arguing that our perceptions are not direct representations of the world, but...

A definitive collection of stories from the master of twentieth-century horror, H.P. Lovecraft, presents a chilling vision of humanity's place in a chaotic and malevolent universe. This volume brings...

Wilde's witty observations on the nature of genius and the perils of sincerity make for a humorous and thought-provoking read.This collection of essays, part of the Little Black Classics series,...

A History of the Crusades: The Kingdom of Jerusalem and the Franks East 1100-1187 by Steven Runciman Steven Runciman's A History of the Crusades is a masterful work of historical narrative that...

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland is a Level 2 Reader, ideal for learners of English as a foreign language. This Penguin Readers title introduces language learners to a well-known story, with...

The Struggle for Mastery: A New Perspective on Britain's Medieval Past The two-and-a-half centuries following 1066 were marked by significant upheaval in Britain's history. The Norman Conquest of...

Oscar Wilde's The Soul of Man Under Socialism and Selected Critical Prose offers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of Ireland's greatest wits. This collection of essays reveals a deeper side to...

The Story of the Stone, Volume IV: The Debt of Tears, Chapters 81-98 by Cao Xueqin and Gao E is a poignant exploration of family life and the supernatural. Set against the rich backdrop of Chinese...

The Story of the Stone, Volume I: The Golden Days, Chapters 1-26This is the first part of a great novel that explores the complexities of Chinese family life in the 18th century. Written by Cao...

Algernon Blackwood's Ancient Sorceries and Other Weird Stories is a collection of nine unsettling tales that explore the mysterious and often frightening forces of nature. Blackwood's masterful...

Experience the profound and beautiful poetry of Dante Alighieri's Paradiso, a collection of cantos that capture the essence of happiness and love.Part of the Little Black Classics series, this...

The Blank Slate: The Modern Denial of Human Nature by Steven Pinker is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of humanity. Recent assumptions about human development have led to a neglect of...

The Yellow House: A Turbulent Creative OutpouringOctober to December 1888, a small French town in the south of France, was the setting for a remarkable nine-week period in the lives of two artistic...

Nancy Mitford's wickedly funny novel Love in a Cold Climate follows the scandalous union of Polly Hampton and her uncle 'Boy' Dougdale, with consequences no one could quite expect. This sequel to The...

Ten Little Penguins is a charming rhyming counting adventure about ten adorable penguins who hatch a plan to cheer up their ailing Granny. With sturdy, sparkly board pages, this book is perfect for...

Relieve stress and unwind with this beautiful adult coloring book. Featuring highly detailed images, it's the perfect way to relax and express your creativity. Printed on high-quality paper, this...

The Old Patagonian Express: By Train Through The AmericasA journey through the Americas by train, as seen through the eyes of Paul Theroux, who boarded the iconic train in 1972 and never disembarked...

Deep Simplicity: Chaos, Complexity and the Emergence of Life by John Gribbin The world around us can be a complex and confusing place. Earthquakes happen without warning, stock markets fluctuate, and...

Silvia Federici's Caliban and the Witch Women, the Body and Primitive Accumulation is a groundbreaking history of the body in the transition to capitalism. The book explores the violent...

The Lime Twig, the first of three early novels by John Hawkes, is a powerful exploration of the human condition set against the dark backdrop of postwar London.Alongside Second Skin, a haunting tale...

The Boy in Striped Pyjamas is a heart-wrenching story about a young boy's journey to understand the world around him. When his family moves to a new home, he discovers a mysterious camp at the end of...

The Last Days of Socrates: A Philosophical Trial The trial and death of Socrates have left an indelible mark on Western consciousness. In this collection of four dialogues, Plato presents a profound...

The Philosophy of Andy Warhol is a candid and introspective look at the life of the iconic artist. In this autobiography, Warhol shares his thoughts on love, sex, food, beauty, fame, work, money, and...

Anne of Green Gables is a heartwarming story about a young girl who finds a new home with Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert on their farm. With her intelligence and enthusiasm, Anne brings joy and...

A magical world awaits in the English village of Brierley Bramble, where a guinea pig named Hazel discovers a new life when she makes a wish upon the New Moon. As the night falls, Hazel enters an...

Brian Greene's The Fabric of the Cosmos takes us on a journey through the biggest of the big questions. What is reality, and how does it work? Greene reveals a world more beautiful and bizarre than...

The Story of the Stone: A Novel in Five VolumesA sweeping family saga, tragic love story, and philosophical meditation, this epic novel explores the human condition through the journey of its...

The Saga of the Volsungs by Jesse L. Byock is an unforgettable tale of jealousy, unrequited love, and vengeance, set against the backdrop of Viking Age mythology and legend. Composed in...

Does God Play Dice 2e: The New Mathematics Of ChaosThis revised edition of Ian Stewart's influential work takes a fresh look at the achievements and potential of chaos theory, which was first...

The Adventures of the Little Wooden Horse by Ursula Moray Williams is a story of loyalty and longing. When Uncle Peder's little wooden horse falls on hard times, it sets out into the world to seek...

A bet made in a reform club sets Phileas Fogg on a journey around the world in just eighty days. With his valet Passepartout by his side, he embarks on a journey that takes him through exotic lands...

Frantz Fanon's Black Skin, White Masks is a groundbreaking study of the black psyche in a white world. First published in 1952, this influential work established Fanon as a revolutionary thinker and...

The Monkey King Journey to the West is a thrilling fantasy novel that has captivated the imagination of 1.5 billion people worldwide. This epic tale follows the adventures of a shape-shifting...

Looking After Guinea Pigs is a practical guide to caring for these popular pets. Whether you're a seasoned owner or just starting out, this book provides everything you need to know to keep your...

Preparing for the Perimenopause and Menopause by Dr. Louise Newson is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing the menopause. As the UK's leading menopause specialist, Dr. Newson...

Tennessee Williams's Cat on a Hot Tin Roof is a sizzling drama of desire, avarice and deception set in the American Deep South. As the richest cotton planter in the Mississippi Delta prepares to...

Ryunosuke Akutagawa's autobiographical stories offer a poignant and introspective look at the human experience. With a writing style that is both lyrical and savage, Akutagawa's works explore the...

Shirley Jackson's We Have Always Lived in the Castle is a haunting and whimsical tale of a family's isolated existence. Within the confines of their home, Merricat and her sister Constance have...

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's poignant tale, reissued in a beautiful clothbound edition designed by Coralie Bickford-Smith, has lost none of its emotional resonance nearly eighty years after its initial...

Penguin Readers Level 3: ZooA thrilling adventure about animals attacking humans, this graded reader is perfect for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text and language...

Penguins Amazing Pictures & Fun Facts on Animals in NatureDiscover the fascinating world of penguins through captivating images and simple, easy-to-understand text. This book features a range of...

Seventy years on from its initial publication, Animal Farm remains a powerful and thought-provoking tale of idealism and corruption.When the animals of Manor Farm rise up against their master, they...

Sappho's surviving poetry, comprising fragments of lyric verse, offers a glimpse into the life and emotions of a poet whose work has endured for centuries. The poems, which include expressions of...

Babette's Feast and Other Stories Five enchanting tales from Isak Dinesen, author of Out of Africa, come together in this captivating collection. At its heart is the story of a French cook who brings...

A practical guide to caring for your guinea pig, published in association with the RSPCA, provides expert advice on choosing and caring for these popular pets. Clearly illustrated with colour...

Samuel Taylor Coleridge's Complete Poems is a comprehensive collection of his works, showcasing his remarkable diversity and imaginative genius. Spanning his most iconic poems, such as "The Rime of...

A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Writings by Charles Dickens is a timeless collection of stories that have enchanted readers for generations. First published in 1843, this iconic tale of...

Askildsen's dry, absurd humour is reminiscent of Beckett's style. His short stories are packed with irony and sharp dialogue.Spare, taut and told with flashes of pitch-black humour, these tales...

Henry Thoreau's account of his life in the New England woods remains an enduring inspiration to those seeking a simpler way of living. In this collection of essays, he recounts his experiences as a...

Alexander Pushkin's prose writings offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of Russia's greatest poets. This collection features stories that are remarkable for their simplicity, humor,...

And the Hippos Were Boiled in Their Tanks is a true-life mystery that alternates between two pivotal moments in the lives of its authors. In 1944, Jack Kerouac and William S. Burroughs were both...

Pablo Neruda's Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair is a landmark collection of poetry that has captivated readers for generations. First published in 1924, this work launched the career of a...

Philip Guston's reflections on painting and drawing offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the twentieth century's most influential artists. This collection of his writings, talks, and...

An Inspector Calls and Other Plays by J. B. PriestleyA powerful exploration of social responsibility and the consequences of our actions, this collection of plays by J. B. Priestley is a...

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man is a vivid portrayal of emotional and intellectual development, written in a playful and experimental style. This novel follows the protagonist's quest for...

Friedrich Nietzsche's The Birth of Tragedy Out of the Spirit of Music is a foundational philosophical text that challenged prevailing conceptions of Greek culture. First published in 1872, this work...

Roget's Thesaurus of English Words and Phrases is a comprehensive reference work that has been a trusted companion for generations of writers, students, and language enthusiasts. With over 32 million...

Serendipity Dahlquist's life is turned upside down when her beloved dog goes missing. Desperate to be reunited, she turns to private investigator Leo Bloodworth, who agrees to take on the case...

Dorothy B. Hughes's In a Lonely Place is a gripping noir novel set in Los Angeles in the late 1940s. A serial killer stalks the city's streets at night, striking fear into the hearts of its residents...

Alice Through the Looking Glass is a Level 3 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed for learners of English as a foreign language. The text has been carefully adapted to introduce language...

Evelyn Waugh's The Loved One is a witty satire on artistic integrity and the British expat community in Hollywood. Set in the artificial paradise of Whispering Glades Memorial Park, the novel...

The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life by Erving Goffman is a seminal work of sociology that explores how we present ourselves to others. Goffman argues that our behaviour in social situations is...

Emily Brontë's poetry is a profound and haunting presence, a constant companion that has captivated readers for generations. This collection of poems showcases the author's unique voice and vision,...

This bilingual edition brings together eight contemporary Japanese short stories, many appearing in English for the first time. With parallel translations, students can enjoy a wide range of...

Edward Gibbon's monumental work, The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire, chronicles the rise and fall of one of history's greatest civilizations over thirteen centuries. Spanning...

A vivid and candid account of one of London's most devastating disasters, as recorded by Samuel Pepys in his diary. This selection includes his famous description of the Great Fire, which was...

The Franchise Affair by Josephine Tey is a gripping mystery that delves into the complexities of human deception. A young woman's daring escape from captivity sparks a media frenzy, but whose story...

D. W. Winnicott's groundbreaking work explores the intricate relationship between a child and their world, from infancy to independence. By focusing on the parent-infant bond, he offers a unique...

The Book of Common Prayer (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) is an exquisite edition of the Anglican prayer book and literary masterpiece. First produced in the sixteenth century, it has been in daily...

In 1940s Shanghai, Jiazhi's life is a carefully constructed facade. Behind the elegant façade of high society, she conceals her true identity as a patriotic student radical. Her mission is to seduce...

A crime novelist turns detective to protect the woman he loves, but is he hunter or hunted? When his friend confides in him about receiving threatening letters from an ex-lover, he knows he must help...

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, a seminal novel of the 1960s, is a story of a mental ward and its inhabitants. Boisterous, ribald, and ultimately shattering, Ken Kesey's novel is a counterculture...

William S. Burroughs's Naked Lunch is a groundbreaking novel that defies conventions with its unflinching portrayal of addiction, depravity, and the darker aspects of human nature. This restored...

The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein VeblenOriginally published in 1899, this influential work of sociology and economics explores the relationship between social class and cultural values...

The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy is a poignant exploration of mortality and the human condition. A chance accident leaves a seemingly carefree Russian official with a life-altering experience...

Walter Benjamin's groundbreaking essay explores the impact of mass media on the way we experience and interact with art. In the age of mechanical reproduction, audiences can engage with a work of art...

Published in 2015, this collection of poetry offers a powerful and poignant portrayal of life in the trenches during World War I. The poems, written by Wilfred Owen, capture the horrors and struggles...

The Amazing Spider-Man is a seminal tale from the Marvel Universe, exploring the transformative influence of comics on fantasy. This collection brings together twelve key stories from the first two...

The Book of Magic From Antiquity to the Enlightenment by Brian Copenhaver This rich anthology explores the Western magical tradition from ancient times to the Renaissance, featuring a diverse range...

The Big Rock Candy Mountain is a poignant and affecting narrative that follows the lives of the Mason family as they struggle to survive during the lean years of the early twentieth century. Drifting...

Goblin Market and Other Poems is a stunning collection of verse by Christina Rossetti, first published in 1862. Designed by Coralie Bickford-Smith, this beautifully set volume presents Rossetti's...

When John Franklin's plane crashes in Occupied France during World War II, his priority is the safety of his crew and himself. Fortunately, he finds unexpected help from a French family who risk...

Bank clerk William Marble faces financial ruin until a visit from a wealthy relative offers him an unexpected solution. However, there is no such thing as the perfect murder.As events spiral out of...

Penguin Readers Level 1: SilverfinA young boy's cousin is missing and he needs help finding him. James Bond and his new friend Red Kelly go to the castle where the bad man lives, but what do they...

George Orwell's Shooting an Elephant is a searing and honest account of his time as a police officer in Burma, where he was forced to kill an elephant in front of a crowd. This essay, along with...

For learners of English as a foreign language, this Level 5 Penguin Reader offers an exciting and thought-provoking story to help improve grammar, vocabulary, and comprehension skills.The text...

In 1940, Mr Graham's life is turned upside down when he becomes the target of a deadly assassination attempt. Fleeing for his life, he boards a passenger steamer from Istanbul, bound for home. As he...

This collection of eight contemporary German short stories offers a diverse range of styles and themes for students of German to enjoy. Written over the past decade, these stories reflect the...

This collection of eight French short stories, accompanied by parallel English translations, offers a unique opportunity to explore French literature and life. The stories are arranged in approximate...

The Steeple Sinderby Wanderers' improbable journey to Wembley is a tale of unorthodox triumph. This surreal and humorous novel tells the story of a team that defies expectations, from their humble...

The Kingdom of Acre and the Later Crusades is a gripping account of one of history's most pivotal periods. In 1187, Saladin's devastating victory at Hattin left the crusader army in ruins, prompting...

Oskar Shell is a nine-year-old boy who wants to learn the secret about a key he discovers in his father's closet. His search takes him on a journey through New York and into the lives of strangers...

In Cold Blood is a comprehensive study of a heinous crime that shook a small Kansas community in 1959. Truman Capote's meticulous investigation into the murder of a farmer, his wife, and their two...