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Paul Sheldon, a renowned novelist, has made a career-ending mistake. After killing off the popular protagonist of his beloved romance series, he thinks he's finally free from the controversy...

Friedrich Nietzsche's Basic Writings bring together five of his most influential philosophical works, exploring key themes such as nihilism, metaphysics, and morality. This collection features an...

Expand your Russian vocabulary with 2000 essential words and phrases. This comprehensive guide helps you learn the language quickly and effectively, without relying on boring textbooks or complicated...

Euripides's Medea is a powerful exploration of the destructive power of human emotion. This new translation brings to life the poet's masterful manipulation of tone and narrative, as he delves into...

Pocket GCSE Latin Etymological Lexicon is an invaluable resource for learners of Latin. Organised around the word lists used in GCSE exams, this bilingual dictionary provides translations and...

Discover the world of Dino and his colourful adventures. When Danny sees a rainbow, Dino sees it too! They can name all the colours they can see, but soon they notice one important colour is missing...

Deluxe hardcover edition of Children of Dune, the third novel in Frank Herbert's magnificent science fiction saga. This edition features an iconic new cover, a stamped and foiled case, stained edges,...

Expand your Spanish vocabulary with 2000 essential words in context. This comprehensive guide is designed to help you learn the language quickly and efficiently. By focusing on the most commonly used...

Roland Barthes' seminal work brings together key essays on the structural analysis of narrative, literary theory, and the semiotics of image and sound. This collection explores the ways in which...

Find your way in Scripture with The Message Devotional Bible. This faith-filled devotional invites you on a journey of practicing resurrection, where the boundaries between Scripture and your world...

Charles Perrault's timeless fairy tales have been a staple of children's literature for centuries, and this collection is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the magic of the past.From the...

A private notebook of philosophical reflections, written by a Roman emperor, offers insights into the human experience. In Meditations With Selected Correspondence, Marcus Aurelius shares his...

This is Not a Drill Just Another Glorious Day in the Oilfield by Paul Carter is a memoir that takes you to the front line of the oil industry and beyond.Regaling us with his colourful adventures,...

Paula's Way is a heartwarming story about an unexpected inheritance. After leaving a difficult past behind, Paula has built a happy life in Western Australia, running her own business. However, when...

The Decameron is a masterpiece of medieval Italian literature, presented in a complete edition of Giovanni Boccaccio's acclaimed translation. In the summer of 1348, ten young men take refuge in the...

The Strangest Super-Heroes of All! This massive Epic Collection brings together the early adventures of the X-Men, laying down the foundations for comics' most famous franchise. You'll discover how...

Poet Anderson...Of Nightmares is a thrilling story about two orphan brothers who are Lucid Dreamers. After a tragic car accident, one brother is placed in a coma, and the other sets out into the...

Published for its fiftieth anniversary, this gorgeous clothbound edition of Jean Rhys's masterpiece explores the complexities of desire and madness in the Caribbean.Set against the backdrop of 1930s...

A stunning new clothbound edition of a seminal science-fiction novel, designed by acclaimed Coralie-Bickford Smith. When Bill Masen wakes up blindfolded in hospital, he discovers a world in chaos. A...

The Grapes of Wrath, a powerful and poignant novel by John Steinbeck, tells the story of the Joad family's struggle during the Great Depression. In 1939, Steinbeck's Pulitzer Prize-winning epic...

A gripping tale of private investigation and corruption, The Big Sleep is a classic of hard-boiled detective fiction. Philip Marlowe, a private investigator, is hired by General Sternwood to uncover...

For those seeking to understand Hinduism, this comprehensive guide provides a thorough introduction to the faith, its customs, rituals, and beliefs. Shalu Sharma's book is an ideal resource for those...

The Journey to the West, Revised Edition, Volume 2 by Anthony C. Yu This revised edition of the classic Chinese novel brings the epic tale of Xuanzang's fourteen-year pilgrimage to a wider audience...

Lady Chatterley's Lover: Cambridge Lawrence Edition (Penguin Classics) is a landmark novel that has been at the centre of controversy since its publication in 1928. The unexpurgated edition was not...

Winter Journey by Jaume Cabré is a thought-provoking collection of short stories that explore the complexities of human existence. Through a richly allusive narrative, Cabré weaves together disparate...

Death's End is the conclusion to Cixin Liu's groundbreaking science fiction series. Half a century after the Doomsday Battle, humanity enjoys unprecedented prosperity thanks to the infusion of...

Norwegian Wood Chopping, Stacking and Drying Wood the Scandinavian Way is a comprehensive guide to the art of working with wood, a timeless skill that has been refined over generations in Scandinavia...

Ari Thór Arason's rookie posting in the idyllic fishing village of Siglufjörður, Northern Iceland, is about to become a nightmare. A young woman is found injured in the snow, and a respected writer...

Cicero: Selected Political Speeches by Marcus Tullius Cicero In the tumultuous final years of the Roman Republic, Cicero delivered speeches that would become iconic for their eloquence and passion...

Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy is a groundbreaking work of literature that explores the human condition through a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Written in exile, this masterpiece...

Lydia is a gripping novel that brings to life the story of a first-century woman who played a pivotal role in the early Christian church. Paula Gooder, a renowned New Testament scholar, reimagines...

A gripping Inspector Maigret mystery from Georges Simenon. A distressed passenger leaps off a night train and vanishes into the woods, plunging Maigret into a pursuit of a madman hiding amongst the...

The Snowman A Harry Hole Thriller (Oslo Sequence 5) A young boy wakes to find his mother missing, and in the garden, she's left a clue: a scarf wrapped around the neck of a snowman. As the...

Aeschylus' plays bring a new grandeur to the drama of classical Athens, elevating it to high art. In Prometheus Bound, the defiant Titan is punished by Zeus for improving the state of humanity's...

Ludwig Wittgenstein's Tractatus Logico Philosophicus is a profound and insightful work of philosophical reason, written in the midst of chaos and adversity. Despite the challenges of his...

Schopenhauer: Parerga and Paralipomena: Volume 1 Short Philosophical Essays This collection of essays marks a significant milestone in the career of Arthur Schopenhauer, who finally achieved the...

The Book of the Courtier by Baldesar Castiglione is a timeless guide to noble behaviour, offering insights into the essential virtues for those at Court. Written in 1528, this book presents a lively...

The Epic of Gilgamesh is a Norton Critical Edition featuring an expanded translation by Benjamin R. Foster, which incorporates new discoveries to provide a more comprehensive understanding of the...

The fourth adventure in the Blood of the Beast series is a thrilling tale of magic and monsters. A terrible spell has turned Tom's powers to Evil, and his friends Elenna and Daltec must find a way to...

Tom Hibbert's life and work are celebrated in this superb tribute. A collection of his funniest writings, compiled by Barney Hoskyns and Jasper Murison-Bowie at Rock's Backpages, showcases Hibbert's...

Fyodor Dostoyevsky's The Brothers Karamazov is a powerful exploration of faith, morality, and the human condition. When the brutal landowner Fyodor Karamazov is murdered, the lives of his sons are...

Aristophanes' comedies are a testament to the power of satire and social commentary in ancient Greek theatre. This collection brings together three of his most renowned works: Birds, Lysistrata, and...

Tarō Naka's selected poems offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of Japan's most respected poets. With a career spanning over seventy years, Naka's poetry reflects his exploration of...

Horace's Odes and Epodes offer a unique glimpse into the life and work of one of Rome's most celebrated poets. This collection of Latin poetry is renowned for its masterful use of metaphor, rich...

VC: An American History by Tom Nicholas The venture capital industry has become a defining feature of modern business in America. This history reveals how it arose from the country's long-standing...

A woman's body is found in the sea at Blakeney Point with a single blow to the head, setting off a chain of events that will test the skills of DI Tom Janssen and his team. The victim was a...

First published in the 1950s, Elliott Chaze's novel Black Wings Has My Angel is a gripping tale of doomed love and crime. Now, for the first time in half a century, this classic story of passion and...

Sophia's story begins with a simple yet telling phrase: "I told Helen my story and she went home and cried." Yet, Barbara Comyns's novel is far from a tragic tale. Instead, it's a nuanced exploration...

Shirley Jackson's Hangsaman is a haunting tale of disorientation and unease, inspired by the real-life disappearance of a young woman. Natalie Waite, a teenager struggling to find her place in the...

The Aeneid tells the story of Aeneas, a survivor of the sack of Troy, and his seven year journey to Italy, where he founded Rome. This epic poem is a tale of defeat and exile, of love and war.Written...

The Critique of Judgement is a profound analysis of our experience of the beautiful and the sublime, exploring the objectivity of taste, aesthetic disinterestedness, and the role of imagination in...

Dune Messiah is the second book in the Magnificent Dune Chronicles. As Emperor of the known universe, Paul Atreides possesses more power than a single man was ever meant to wield. He faces the enmity...

Paul West, a struggling Englishman, takes on a job with a French group campaigning for pétanque to be adopted as an Olympic event. He's not convinced it's a sport, but the cash is too good to pass up...

Vicente Huidobro's Altazor is a groundbreaking poem that defies traditional forms and language. Considered one of the most innovative works of the modernist era, it is a celebration of flight and the...

The Adventures of Pinocchio is a story of a wooden puppet's journey to becoming a real boy. Carved by a skilled carpenter, Pinocchio comes to life and embarks on a series of adventures that test his...

La Reine Margot is a gripping novel of suspense and drama that recreates the complex world of intrigue, murder, and duplicity of the French Renaissance. Alexandre Dumas masterfully weaves a tale of...

For over two millennia, The Art of War has been a guiding force for leaders seeking to outmaneuver their opponents and achieve victory. This timeless treatise on strategy and tactics, penned by the...

Miffy is a heartwarming story about a little bunny who brings joy to everyone around her. Mr and Mrs Bunny have always wanted a baby bunny, and when they finally welcome Miffy into their family, all...

Cybersecurity for Beginners by Raef Meeuwisse provides an accessible introduction to the fundamentals of cybersecurity, making it an ideal resource for both business professionals and information...

Duanaire na Sracaire: Songbook of the Pillagers is a groundbreaking anthology that brings together Scotland's Gaelic poetry from the 6th to 17th centuries. This collection showcases a diverse range...

Kant's Metaphysics of Morals is a foundational work in moral philosophy, presenting the core concepts and principles of right and virtue. The book is divided into two parts: the Doctrine of Right,...

Sappho's lyric verse has captivated readers for over 2,600 years, a testament to the enduring power of her art. This collection of fragments and complete poems continues to inspire new generations,...

Dante Alighieri's Vita Nuova is a profound and deeply personal work that explores the nature of love. Composed over several years, this collection of thirty-one poems is linked by a lyrical prose...

The Complete Jewish Bible is a unique English translation of the Hebrew Bible, offering a fresh perspective on the traditional biblical text. Written from a biblically Jewish viewpoint, this updated...

St Philip Neri is a portrait of the saint that offers a unique understanding of his life and teachings. Set against the backdrop of Renaissance Italy, the book explores the wisdom that St Philip can...

Greek Lyric Poetry: The Poems and Fragments of the Greek Iambic, Elegiac, and Melic Poets (excluding Pindar and Bacchylides) Down to 450 BC This collection of poetry from ancient Greece offers a...

Justine, Or the Misfortunes of Virtue by The Marquis de Sade is a provocative and unflinching exploration of the human condition. This new translation, based on the original 1791 version, presents a...

The Master and Margarita is a masterpiece of twentieth-century Russian literature, part of the Macmillan Collector's Library. This stunning, clothbound edition features a translation by Diana Burgin...

The Upanishads by Anonymous A collection of 13 philosophical discourses that explore the inner meaning of the world and the nature of reality. Composed around the eighth century BCE, these texts have...

Uncommon Knowledge: Extraordinary Things That Few People Know by Tom Standage Discover the fascinating facts and surprising explanations that lie just beneath the surface of everyday life. Tom...

Slow Trains to Venice: A 4,000-Mile Adventure Across Europe by Tom Chesshyre. Embark on a meandering rail journey across Europe with author Tom Chesshyre. Escaping the daily routine for several happy...

Kevin Crossley-Holland's collection of short stories is a delightful mix of tales that will make you think. With some old and new stories, ranging from scary to funny, each one is carefully crafted...

Art Fundamentals Light, Shape, Color, Composition, Perspective, Depth & Anatomy is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental concepts of art. Written by industry experts, this book provides a thorough...

Tom Thorne is back in a gripping new thriller. A decade has passed since the charred remains of Alan Langford were discovered, and his wife Donna was found guilty of conspiracy to murder him. But...

A dismembered body found at an abandoned quarry on the north Norfolk coast sets off a complex investigation into the life and death of a quiet, well-respected local man. As Detective Tom Janssen...

For Everyone Bible Study Guide: Revelation by Tom Wright Explore the book of Revelation with fresh insight and understanding. This study guide, part of Tom Wright's acclaimed For Everyone series,...

The Light in Everything is a heartwarming story about blended families and learning to find room in your heart for new life and new love. When Tom moves into his sister Zofia's house, he's forced to...

David Tomlinson's life is a testament to the power of resilience and determination. From his early days as a Royal Air Force pilot during World War II, where he survived a crash and went on to serve...

Tom Chesshyre's journey takes him to some unexpected destinations across Europe, all accessible by high-speed train. From London St Pancras to Luxembourg, Rotterdam, Frankfurt and Lausanne, he...

Twenty tales from one of France's most celebrated writers, Guy de Maupassant, are presented in this reissue of Mademoiselle Fifi and Other Stories.Maupassant's stories are notable for their...

Spinoza's Theological-Political Treatise is a foundational work of philosophical thought that explores the relationship between politics and religion. In this treatise, Spinoza examines the...

Dune: the Graphic Novel, Book 2: Muad'DibStranded in the deep desert, Paul Atreides and his mother, Lady Jessica, must find the mysterious Fremen to survive. Betrayed and destroyed by their greatest...

A Man with One of Those Faces is a crime thriller set in modern-day Dublin. The first attempt on his life was an accident, but the second was deliberate, leaving Paul Mulchrone on the run with no one...

Jesus and the Logic of History by Paul William Barnett A critical examination of the historical Jesus, challenging prevailing sceptical views and offering a fresh perspective on the evidence...

Alexander the Great: The Anabasis and the Indica Alexander the Great's twelve-year reign transformed the world, spanning from the Danube to the Punjab and from Egypt to Uzbekistan. Arrian, a Greek...

Cicero's The Republic and The Laws is a collection of philosophical works that explore the nature of politics, justice, and governance. Written by Marcus Tullius Cicero, these dialogues draw on Greek...

The First Poems in English by Michael Alexander A collection of the earliest poems composed in English, from tales of battle to love songs. This selection brings together works from an age when verse...

Rusty, an ordinary ginger tom, finds himself drawn to a pack of wild cats. The wildcats are organised into four rival clans. He joins a clan and is renamed Firepaw. As the series develops, he becomes...

The Persian Empire, the world's first superpower, was a vast and complex entity that stretched from Libya to the Steppes of Asia and from Ethiopia to Pakistan. At its heart was the palace-city of...

Tantra Illuminated: A Journey into the Heart of a Timeless Tradition Discover the profound teachings and transformative practices of Tantra, a spiritual movement that has been shrouded in mystery for...

Achilles, the greatest warrior-champion of the Greeks, is at the center of Homer's epic tale of the Trojan War. The Iliad tells the story of the darkest episode of the war, a sequence of events that...

Epictetus's Discourses offer a profound exploration of Stoic philosophy, guiding readers towards living a good human life. Written in an approachable and engaging style, these discourses distill the...

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...

The Tale of Sinuhe: And Other Ancient Egyptian Poems 1940-1640 (Oxford World's Classics) Discover the golden age of Egyptian fictional literature, spanning over 3,500 years ago. This collection of...

The Classic of Mountains and Seas is a rich source of Chinese mythology, spanning from the third century BC to the second century AD. This ancient text contains a wealth of information on mythical...

The Idiot by Fyodor Dostoyevsky Prince Myshkin's return to Russia from an asylum in Switzerland sets him on a path of entanglement with a cast of complex characters, whose lives are marked by both...

Aesop's timeless fables offer a unique window into the human condition, using clever characters and witty scenarios to convey valuable lessons about life and behaviour. This collection of 358...

Conversational Dutch Dialogues offers a practical solution for beginners learning the language. With over 100 conversational stories, this book provides essential tools for everyday situations, such...

The Flowers of Evil is a groundbreaking collection of poetry that shocked 19th-century France with its unflinching portrayal of urban life and its exploration of themes as complex as love, death, and...

Ramon Llull's The Book of the Order of Chivalry is a foundational text that explores the principles and practices of chivalric culture. Composed between 1274 and 1276, this work aimed to create and...