2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K. Le'

Fyodor Dostoyevsky's Notes from Underground and The Double are two groundbreaking works of fiction that explore the complexities of human consciousness. The anonymous narrator of Notes from...

Okonkwo, the greatest warrior in West Africa, is a man of unyielding pride and strength. However, his life is forever changed when he accidentally kills a clansman, setting in motion a chain of...

Pin, a young and ambitious cobbler's assistant, navigates the complexities of his war-torn town by sharing songs and jokes with the grown-ups. Among his audience is a German sailor, whose presence...

Flann O'Brien's innovative novel, At Swim-Two-Birds, is a brilliant impressionistic jumble of ideas, mythology and nonsense. The story follows a young, indolent undergraduate who lives with his...

Tender Is the Night is a poignant and lyrical novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, edited by Arnold Goldman with an introduction and notes by Richard Godden. Set against the glamorous backdrop of the French...

First published in 1939, "Johnny Got His Gun" is a powerful antiwar novel by Dalton Trumbo. The story follows a young American soldier who is severely injured in World War I, leaving him armless,...

Italian Folktales by Italo Calvino A treasure trove of 200 lively Italian folktales, this collection showcases Calvino's unique ability to capture the visions and dreams of a culture. Combining a...

Ayer's influential work challenges traditional notions of truth and knowledge, arguing that statements can only be verified through direct experience or defined by definition. This provocative book,...

The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy A collection of powerful stories that explore the complexities of desire, Tolstoy's personal spiritual crisis inspired his most intense creative...

Silas Marner, a masterpiece of George Eliot's writing, tells the story of a solitary miser who finds redemption through the joy of fatherhood. Wrongly accused of theft and exiled from his community,...

Set against the backdrop of Italy, this novel tells the story of a family's encounter with a foreign land and its people. Lilia, an English widow, marries a man from a different world, and her former...

Dazzling and deeply moving, these modern lyrical poems from Catullus showcase the author's unique voice and perspective. With a range of emotions and themes, they offer a glimpse into the life and...

Shakespeare's dark romantic comedy explores the triumph of trickery over youthful arrogance, as a poor doctor's daughter outwits a proud young nobleman to claim her reward. With its powerful tribute...

Early Irish Myths and Sagas First written down in the eighth century AD, these stories depict a far older world, rich with magic and achingly beautiful. They explore a land of heroic battles, intense...

The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists is a spirited attack on selfish capitalism, written with wit and political passion. Robert Tressell's novel tells the story of a group of working men who are...

Oroonoko is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of slavery and colonialism. Written by Aphra Behn, the book tells the story of Prince Oroonoko, a noble African...

Azar Nafisi's memoir is a powerful exploration of the intersection of literature and identity in contemporary Iran. In the aftermath of the Islamic Revolution, Nafisi, a teacher of English...

Aphra Behn's Oroonoko, the Rover, and Other Works offers a powerful exploration of slavery, colonialism, and the complexities of human nature. Written in 1688, this novel reflects Behn's romantic...

Basho's haiku poems evoke the natural world, suggesting the smallness of human life in comparison to the vastness and drama of nature. With a lightness of touch, he combines the Zen ideal of oneness...

Songs of Innocence and of Experience is a groundbreaking poetry collection that explores the dualities of childhood and adulthood. Beautifully illustrated and set in a stunning clothbound edition,...

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...

Rostam, Iran's most celebrated mythological hero, is a figure of immense strength and courage. For 500 years, he bestrode the land, serving his nation's greater good and never the whims of fickle...

Daphne Du Maurier's Don't Look Now and Other Stories is a collection of haunting and evocative tales that explore the darker corners of the human experience. The book's central story follows a...

A collection of Jane Austen's earliest writings, showcasing her unique voice and style from an early age. This volume features her humorous sketches and stories, including the basis for the film Love...

Werner Heisenberg's account of the quantum revolution and his Uncertainty Principle is a seminal work that explores the fundamental ideas shaping modern science.Heisenberg reveals how everyday...

A Room with a View is a Level 4 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed for learners of English as a foreign language. The text has been carefully adapted to introduce language learners to...

Ward No. 6 and Other Stories, 1892-1895 by Anton Chekhov This collection of short stories marks a pivotal period in Anton Chekhov's career, as he begins to explore complex and ambiguous emotions in...

Discover the fascinating world of science and the curious minds behind it. Why Don't Penguins' Feet Freeze? is a collection of answers to the most intriguing, trivial, and baffling questions in...

The Penguin English Library edition brings together three intriguing Sherlock Holmes cases: The Adventure of the Yellow Face, The Problem of Thor Bridge, and The Adventure of the Six Napoleons. This...

The Arabian Nights: Tales of 1,001 Nights Volume 3 brings to life one of the greatest works of world literature in a new and exciting way. This magnificent edition is the first complete English...

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...

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...

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...

Discover the art of traditional Irish bread baking with Valerie O'Connor's comprehensive guide. This book showcases a variety of delicious recipes, including boxty and other potato breads, guinness...

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...

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...