2196 results for 'Guin, Ursula K Le'

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...

Graham Greene's Complete Short Stories is a masterful collection that illuminates all corners of the human experience. Spanning four decades and forty-nine stories, this magnificent edition reveals...

The Grundrisse: Foundations of the Critique of Political Economy by Karl Marx This influential work is a collection of seven notebooks that explore the foundations of communist theory. Written in...

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...

Tomas Tranströmer's poetry is deeply rooted in the landscapes and seascapes of Sweden, yet his work transcends the ordinary to reveal something hauntingly profound. This selection of poems, gathered...

Five little penguins went out one day; Over the hills and far away. Join them on a lift-the-flap walk through a winter wonderland as they waddle through a frosty forest, skate down an icy river and...

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...

The Wisdom of the Beguines: A Forgotten Story of Medieval Women's Movement In medieval Europe, a remarkable movement emerged among laywomen who defied convention. Known as beguines, these women lived...

The Country of the Blind and Other Stories is a collection of early short stories by H. G. Wells, a pioneering author of science fiction.Written during his early literary career, these stories...

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...

Two Lives of Charlemagne offers a unique perspective on the life of one of history's most influential figures. Written by Einhard and Notker the Stammerer, these two accounts provide a rich and...

Shirley Jackson's We Have Always Lived in the Castle is a dark and unsettling tale of a peculiar family's secrets and struggles. The story revolves around Merricat and her family's isolated world,...

Wuthering Heights: A Tale of Passion and Revenge On a bleak and unforgiving moor, a young man's fate is forever entwined with the family he was once a part of. After a chance encounter with his...

The Girl on the Train is a gripping story about a woman who watches her neighbours' perfect life from the comfort of her daily commute. But when she sees something shocking, everything changes.This...

If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin In the 1970s Harlem, a young woman's world is turned upside down when her lover is accused of rape and imprisoned. Tish's pregnancy and her love for Fonny,...

A collection of essays and poetry from Audre Lorde, exploring the power of women, poetry, and anger, in all their complexity and intensity.These essays, written by a woman who was unapologetically...

This is a powerful and deeply personal account of a young woman's struggle with schizophrenia. Deborah's world is shattered as she retreats into her own inner kingdom, a fantastical refuge both...

Darwin's Dangerous Idea: Evolution and the Meanings of Life by Daniel C. Dennett is a powerful defence of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution by natural selection. Dennett explores every aspect of...

The Killing Floor is a gripping ELT graded reader that introduces learners of English to the exciting world of action and adventure. With a carefully adapted text and new illustrations, this title...

A chilling new collection of Henry James's short stories explores the uncanny, featuring one of the most famous ghost stories of all time, "The Turn of the Screw". This collection includes several of...

Wilde's supremely witty tale of dandies, anarchists and a murderous prophecy in London high society is a gripping story that explores the darker side of high society.Set against the backdrop of...

Antarctica: Land of the Penguins (Band 11/Lime) by Jonathan Scott and Angela Scott is a visually stunning book that showcases the beauty and enchanting secrets of Antarctica's penguin population. The...

Stigma Notes on the Management of Spoiled Identity by Erving Goffman explores how society treats individuals who are perceived as different. In this landmark work, Goffman examines the complex ways...

The Chinese Gold Murders by Robert Van Gulik is a gripping mystery set in a small port town. A Magistrate's life has been cut short, and Judge Dee is tasked with unraveling the truth behind his death...

Understanding how things stay upright and don't collapse is a fundamental aspect of engineering. This book explains the underlying principles in an approachable and engaging way, making it easier to...

Hindu Myths: A Sourcebook Translated from the Sanskrit This collection of seventy-five seminal myths offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and varied world of Hindu mythology. Dating back to the...

David Herbert Lawrence's Women in Love is a profound exploration of the human condition, delving into the complexities of love, relationships, and identity in the aftermath of a devastating cultural...

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...

Anne Frank's diary is a poignant and powerful account of life lived in extraordinary circumstances. Published in 1947, this Penguin Classics edition restores substantial material omitted from the...

The seventeenth century was a time of profound transformation in Britain, marked by significant political and religious upheaval. This period, spanning from the accession of James I to the death of...

The Copenhagen Trilogy is a searingly honest and immersive portrayal of love, friendship, art, ambition, and the struggle with addiction. Tove Ditlevsen's trilogy follows one woman's journey from a...

Herman Melville's virtuosic short stories offer a scorching portrayal of American life, tackling issues of race, class, and capitalism with profound beauty and grim humor. This collection, featuring...

The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon This six-volume work is a monumental narrative of the fate of one of the world's greatest civilizations over thirteen...

Ade lives in a tower block in London. One day, something bad happens to Ade's mum. After that, she stays in her bedroom all the time and sleeps. Then buildings start falling down in the night, and...

Penguin Readers Level 3: Moomin and the Hat is a graded reader designed for learners of English as a foreign language. The series follows the Common European Framework of Reference for language...

A Sketch Grammar of Kopar: A Language of New Guinea This book provides a comprehensive description of the grammatical structure of Kopar, a moribund language spoken in three villages at the mouth of...

Penguin Readers Level 1: Jekyll and Hyde is an engaging ELT graded reader for learners of English as a foreign language. The carefully adapted text introduces language learners to a compelling story...

A new Penguin Crime and Espionage series novel by Michael Gilbert. In a peaceful Kent village, two secret agents lead double lives. Mr Behrens and his friend Mr Calder, both living in the...

The Good Soldier Švejk And His Fortunes in the World War by Jaroslav Hašek is a humorous and satirical novel that follows the misadventures of a Czech soldier, Švejk, as he navigates the complexities...

A collection of plays from Luigi Pirandello, the founding architect of twentieth-century drama. This volume includes his most popular and controversial work, translated from the Italian by Mark Musa...

John Berger's Steps Towards a Small Theory of the Visible is a collection of remarkable pieces that explore the intricate relationships between art, society, and the individual.Through his writing,...

The Penguin English Library edition brings together some of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's most intriguing stories. Among them is "The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb", a uniquely strange and macabre...

Penguin Readers Level 7: White TeethThis graded reader is part of an ELT series that introduces learners to popular fiction and thought-provoking non-fiction. With its carefully adapted text, new...

Sync: The Emerging Science of Spontaneous Order by Steven Strogatz The universe is full of harmony and order, arising from cycles that are in sync. This phenomenon extends far beyond human...

Clarice Lispector's Complete Chronicles offer a unique perspective on life's everyday moments. Between 1967 and 1977, she wrote weekly dispatches from her desk in Rio, transforming the ordinary into...

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...