2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K. Le'

A History of the Crusades: The Kingdom of Jerusalem and the Frankish East, 1100-1187. II The tale of the Crusades is one of faith and folly, courage and greed, hope and delusion. The First Crusade's...

A beautifully crafted clothbound edition of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited, set against the backdrop of the English aristocracy in the years leading up to the Second World War. This nostalgic...

Islamic Mystical Poetry: Sufi Verse from the Early Mystics to Rumi This collection of poems spans over 900 years, reflecting the spiritual quest for union with God and the pursuit of divine love...

A beautifully crafted edition of Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited, set against the backdrop of England's fading aristocracy in the years leading up to World War II. This nostalgic and reflective...

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...

The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird StoriesA collection of influential and unsettling tales that redefined the horror genre in the 20th century. This Penguin Orange Collection edition features...

The life of Jerry Lee Lewis is a testament to the enduring power of rock 'n' roll. Born in deep south Louisiana, Lewis's early life was shaped by the harsh Pentecostal God and the worship of alcohol,...

The Tibetan Book of the Dead is a masterpiece of world literature, offering a comprehensive guide to living and dying. This beautifully translated text provides exquisitely written guidance and...

David Copperfield, Charles Dickens' beloved novel, follows the journey of a young man from an unhappy and impoverished childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful writer. The story is...

On Murder, Mourning and Melancholia is a collection of essays by Sigmund Freud, written against the backdrop of war and racism. In these works, Freud explores the sources of conflict in human...

W.B. Yeats's collection of prose writings on Irish folklore, legend and myth brings together a rich tapestry of stories and ideas that explore the country's vibrant native tradition.Through his...

Ian Kershaw's To Hell and Back is a compelling narrative of the devastating conflicts that ravaged Europe between the two World Wars. The author's account of the catastrophic events that unfolded in...

Tove Ditlevsen's poetry collection, There Lives a Young Girl in Me Who Will Not Die, offers a unique glimpse into the life and work of a remarkable writer. Spanning nearly four decades, this...

Lamia, Isabella, The Eve of St Agnes and Other PoemsPublished in the summer of 1820, this collection of poetry marks the culmination of John Keats' creative output. Written in a burst of genius in...

Ballet Shoes is an engaging Level 2 Reader that introduces learners of English to exciting stories and language learning exercises. With carefully adapted text and new illustrations, this print...

Keeping Your Heart Healthy by Dr Boon Lim is a straightforward guide to maintaining optimal heart health. As one of the world's leading cardiologists, Dr Lim shares his expertise to provide practical...

Experience six of John Steinbeck's most widely read and beloved novels in this deluxe paperback volume. Collected for the first time, these stories showcase Steinbeck's unique brand of realism,...

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...

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...

Calm the F*ck Down: Practical Ways to Manage Life's ChallengesThis no-nonsense guide offers a fresh perspective on managing anxiety and stress. Sarah Knight shares practical advice on how to cope...

Harryette Mullen's Recyclopedia brings together three important poetry collections in one volume. Originally published in the 1990s, these prose poems and lyrics explore language, fashion,...

A fun and creative way to spend time is with this guinea pig coloring book. Featuring a variety of adorable guinea pig designs, this coloring book is perfect for kids who love these furry friends...

Notes of a Native Son is a profound and deeply personal collection of essays that explore the complexities of being black in America. In this rich and thought-provoking work, James Baldwin shares his...

The New Science of Strong Materials Or Why You Don't Fall Through the Floor by J E Gordon For centuries, engineers and scientists have been puzzled by the properties of materials. Why does wood...

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...

The Little Book of Hygge is a book that will bring warmth and comfort into your life. Hygge, a concept originating from Denmark, is widely recognised as the magic ingredient to the country's...

Boys Don't Cry is a Level 5 Reader that introduces key grammar concepts such as present perfect continuous, past perfect, reported speech, and second conditional. The story follows Dante as he...

Join the fun in a winter wonderland, where you'll search for a cast of cool poo friends as they enjoy the snow. From ice skating to a tasty trip to Candyland, every scene is packed with things to...

Written in 1857, Wonderful Adventures of Mrs Seacole in Many Lands is the autobiography of a Jamaican woman whose remarkable life story offers significant insights into the history of race politics...

The Great Railway Bazaar is a travelogue that chronicles Paul Theroux's epic journey by rail through Asia. The book is filled with evocative descriptions of legendary train routes, including the...

Electrifying poems of isolation, beauty, death and eternity from a reclusive genius and one of America's greatest writers. This collection showcases the unique voice of Emily Dickinson, a master of...

George Orwell's powerful reflections on the English character and his vision for a better future. Written during a time of great turmoil, The Lion and the Unicorn is a moving and thought-provoking...

The Prelude: The Four Texts (1798, 1799, 1805, 1850) by William Wordsworth First published in 1850, The Prelude is a deeply personal and poetic exploration of the poet's own creative journey...

Becky lives with her rich friend Suze. Suze and her friends have lots of money, and they eat in expensive restaurants. Becky does not have as much money as Suze. She knows that she should stop...

The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories is a definitive collection of stories from H.P. Lovecraft, a master of twentieth-century horror. This Penguin Classics Deluxe edition features cover art by...

The Penguin Guide to the 1000 Finest Classical Recordings brings together the expertise of four leading classical music authorities to create a comprehensive guide to the best recordings. With clear...

Borges' non-fiction prose is renowned for its brilliance, and THE TOTAL LIBRARY brings together over 150 of his most remarkable pieces in one volume. This collection includes more than 100 pieces...

The Knight's Tale is a Starter level Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed for learners of English as a foreign language. This adapted text introduces language learners to a popular classic,...

The Social Construction of Reality: A Treatise in the Sociology of KnowledgeThis influential book presents a comprehensive account of the role of knowledge in society, exploring how our understanding...

Thornton Wilder's Our Town and Other Plays is a collection of three plays that explore the human experience through the lens of everyday life. Written in the 1920s, these works were designed to bring...

Fear and Trembling is a philosophical work by Søren Kierkegaard that explores the nature of faith and obedience. Written under the pseudonym Johannes de silentio, the book examines the biblical story...

Inspector Maigret's prized revolver is stolen, and with it, a trail of clues that lead him across Paris and to the Savoy Hotel in London. A young man with a troubled past is at the centre of the...

Susan Sontag's groundbreaking work explores how we cope with disease and illness, revealing the ways in which our cultural myths can distort the truth about sickness. In this thought-provoking study,...

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...

Gravity's Rainbow, a postmodern epic of unparalleled scope, is a work of profound significance to the second half of the twentieth century. Its sprawling narrative and penetrating analysis of the...

Fernando Pessoa's Selected Poems offer a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century's most innovative writers. This collection features a range of his most famous voices, including...

Between Past and Future is a profound contribution to political philosophy, offering insights into the modern world's perplexing crises. Hannah Arendt's work is based on a deep understanding of the...

Shirley Jackson's dark and unsettling novel tells the story of Merricat and her sister Constance, who live in isolation in a remote house, having survived a tragic event six years earlier. When their...

A comprehensive history of humanity's changing vision of the universe, from the Babylonians to Newton, is presented in this masterful synthesis. Arthur Koestler cuts through the distinction between...

A. J. Liebling's vivid account of the greatest fights in boxing history brings the sport to life with his unique ringside perspective. From Joe Louis's devastating final match to Sugar Ray Robinson's...

This comprehensive survey of Modernist literature, spanning the period 1890-1930, explores the key ideas, groupings, and social tensions that shaped this pivotal movement. The book delves into 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...

Pacific Adversaries: Imperial Japanese Navy Vs the Allies Volume 3 - New Guinea and the Solomons 1942-1944This third volume of Pacific Adversaries presents a detailed account of aerial warfare in the...

Help Little Penguin say goodnight to her snowy home in this gentle, interactive bedtime board book. As the sun sets, the soft scenes become more bedtime-friendly, inviting you and your toddler to...

This bilingual collection of eight contemporary Italian short stories offers a fascinating glimpse into Italian culture and literature. The Parallel Text series provides an invaluable educational...

The Worldly Philosophers: The Lives, Times, and Ideas of the Great Economic Thinkers This influential book explores the lives and ideas of the world's greatest economic thinkers, from Adam Smith to...

The Bacchae and Other Plays by Euripides is a collection of five plays that showcase the enduring power of ancient Greek drama. This Penguin Classics edition features a general introduction,...

Thoughts and Sentiments on the Evil of Slavery is a powerful critique of slavery by Quobna Ottobah Cugoano, a former slave who was kidnapped at the age of thirteen and sold into slavery in the West...

The Penguin Who Wanted to Find Out is a heartwarming story about a young penguin chick's journey to discover the world around him. With the help of his friends, Otto learns to face the challenges of...

Little Black Classics presents a poignant exploration of human nature, featuring two thought-provoking stories that delve into the complexities of life, death, and the human condition. Leo Tolstoy's...

Power, the third and final volume of the Essential Works of Michel Foucault series, brings together his writings on the core issues of Western political culture, including medicine, prisons,...

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Six Other Stories by F Scott FitzgeraldThis Penguin Classics edition showcases the breadth of Fitzgerald's gift for the short story form, spanning multiple...

This quiz book covers books from literary classics to modern bestsellers, through iconic children's books and books you may think you've read but haven't. With 400 questions, it's as enjoyable to...

Gauguin: His Life & Works in 500 Images is an expert account of the Post-Impressionist artist Paul Gauguin, who defied convention to pursue his art in the South Seas. This informative book explores...

Contemporary Spanish Short Stories in Parallel English This bilingual edition brings together ten short stories from the Hispanic world, offering a diverse range of themes and styles. With parallel...

Europe's most significant conflict since World War II is being tested by modern warfare. The war between Russia and Ukraine has been a proving ground for modern weapons and operational concepts. In...

This collection of eight short stories offers a unique insight into the literary cultures of Spanish America and Spain. Chosen for their readability and literary merit, the stories are accompanied by...

Aristophanes' The Birds and Other Plays offers a unique glimpse into the world of Ancient Greece, where satire and slapstick comedy blend together in a delightful mix of wit and humour. This...

The Dream of the Red Chamber: Volume II - The Crab-Flower Club, Chapters 27-53 by Cao Xueqin This is the fifth part of Cao Xueqin's epic novel, carefully edited and completed by Gao E. It continues...