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Elmer Rice's plays have stood the test of time, bringing vitality and world attention to the American theatre. This collection of three plays, including "The Adding Machine", "Street Scene" and...

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, the first volume of Maya Angelou's autobiography, is a deeply moving and powerful portrayal of her childhood and early life. Born in the American south of the 1930s,...

Charlie Wilson's life took a dramatic turn from being a leader of the Great Train Robbery gang to becoming a key figure in a multi-billion dollar cocaine network, partnering with Pablo Escobar to...

The Great Gatsby, a novel by Scott Fitzgerald, is a poignant portrayal of the American Dream and its disillusionments. Set in the roaring twenties, the story revolves around the mysterious...

Augusto Monterroso's Complete Works and Other Stories offers a unique insight into the author's distinctive brand of satire and wit. This collection brings together two volumes, Complete Works (and...

If I Die in a Combat Zone by Tim O'Brien is a powerful and personal account of one soldier's experience in Vietnam. First published in 1973, this novel follows the author's journey from basic...

Death on the Nile meets Downton Abbey in this gripping tale of friendship, scholarship, love and family. The Visitors is based on a true story of discovery, set against the backdrop of Egypt's Valley...

In 1957, golf was an unfamiliar game for many Mexican-Americans. Yet, a group of young caddies from Del Rio formed the San Felipe High School Golf Team and competed against all-white schools in the...

Discover the art of creating your own hot sauces with this comprehensive cookbook. Robb Walsh shares his expertise to bring you dozens of recipes for homemade pepper sauces and salsas, including...

After losing her best friend, Erin finds solace in returning home to Belfast. A new au pair job provides a temporary refuge from her grief and complicated relationship with her mother.In the...

K2, The Savage Mountain tells the gripping story of a 1953 American expedition to conquer the world's second-highest mountain. Led by Charles S. Houston, the team faced treacherous storms and illness...

Stardust: The Gift Edition by Neil Gaiman is a beautifully packaged, illustrated edition of a magical and memorable fantasy novel. This enchanting adult fairy tale tells the story of a young man's...

Giovanni's Room is a groundbreaking novel that explores the complexities of love and the human heart. Set in 1950s Paris, the story follows a young American expatriate as he navigates his repressed...

The Destiny of the Republic is a gripping account of James Garfield's remarkable rise to the presidency and the dramatic events that followed his assassination. From poverty to the White House,...

Fear and Loathing on the Campaign Trail '72 is a searing account of the 1972 presidential election, from the Democratic primaries to the showdown between George McGovern and Richard Nixon. Hunter S...

Klaus Fuchs, a German-born British scientist, was a complex figure torn between conventional loyalties and a sense of obligation to a greater good. His story is one of moral ambiguity, set against...

General George Armstrong Custer and his men of the 7th Cavalry perished at the hands of several thousand brave and determined Native Americans on a remote Montana hilltop in 1876. This book provides...

Madisonville, Kentucky, was a town where crime never seemed to happen. But in 1988, a brutal murder shook the community to its core. The identity of the killer was shocking, and his flight from the...

Rebecca Raisin's Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel is a romantic comedy set in a charming Parisian hotel. After inheriting a nearly derelict hotel, Anais must decide whether to sell it or transform...

The second book in the Lonesome Dove quartet, Comanche Moon, follows the bitter struggle of ranchers Gus and Call as they defend the West frontier against the Comanches. Set against the vast and...

Walt Whitman's poetry collection, On the Beach at Night Alone, is a poignant and introspective work that explores the human experience. A selection from his iconic Leaves of Grass, this book presents...

The Steal by Mark Bowden A week-by-week, state-by-state account of the effort to overturn the 2020 US presidential election, this book offers a detailed and nuanced exploration of the key events and...

Deep in the American West, a young Texas Ranger's journey begins. Dead Man's Walk, the first book in Larry McMurtry's Lonesome Dove quartet, introduces two men who will become heroes of the Wild West...

A spirited dismantling of Silicon Valley's intellectual origins, What Tech Calls Thinking explores the ideas that form the intellectual bedrock of the tech industry. Adrian Daub reveals how the...

The Mermaid of Black Conch is a mesmerising tale of love and transformation, set against the vibrant backdrop of the Caribbean sea. Aycayia, a mermaid who has lived alone for centuries, is caught by...

The Far Side of the World by Patrick O'Brian is set against the backdrop of the British whaling trade in the early 19th century. A vital threat to this industry emerges in the form of an enemy...

The Lone Star Ranger by Zane Grey is a story of life, death, and justice in the lawless American West. In this gripping adventure, a man must shoot his way to innocence when he's forced to flee for...

Rona Jaffe's 1958 novel, The Best of Everything, is a frank and thrilling portrayal of four young women navigating love, careers, and friendship in New York City.These ambitious women - Caroline,...

The 1970s: a decade of crisis and transformation in American life. Dominic Sandbrook explores the complex and often contradictory forces that shaped this pivotal period, from the rise of a new...

Robin Olds, a legendary American fighter pilot and general officer in the U.S. Air Force, shares his remarkable story in Fighter Pilot. Born to be a leader, Olds graduated from West Point and...

A powerful and poignant novel about the struggles and triumphs of African American women in early twentieth-century rural Georgia. Through a series of letters spanning twenty years, two sisters,...

The Best Land Under Heaven: The Donner Party in the Age of Manifest Destiny by Michael Wallis In the spring of 1846, a group of emigrants embarked on a journey that would become one of the most...

Discover the healing applications of a wide variety of medicinal plants with this comprehensive herbal repertory. Expert herbalist Matthew Wood provides a valuable cross-reference of constitutional...

This collection of studies by Dr. Hannah Arendt offers a thought-provoking analysis of the crises of the 1960s and early 1970s from a political philosopher's perspective. The book begins with "Lying...

Flannery O'Connor's A Good Man is Hard to Find is a powerful and uncompromising tale of family, feuding, and the search for God. Set against the backdrop of a sweltering American landscape, this...

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...

Tumult in the Clouds: The Centenary CollectionMarking the 100th anniversary of the Royal Air Force's creation, this collection of six classic books tells the story of the RAF's first century. Among...

Blacktop Wasteland is a gripping crime novel that holds up a cracked mirror to the American Dream. When Bug Montage's respectable life crumbles, he's drawn back into a savage world of bullets and...

A Thousand Days by Arthur M. Schlesinger Jr is a comprehensive and intimate account of President John F. Kennedy's presidency, drawing on the author's own experience as special assistant to the...

F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece, The Great Gatsby, is a powerful portrayal of the human experience. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s America, the novel explores the complexities of love,...

The Stranger, a masterpiece of 20th-century literature, is a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition. Albert Camus's first novel, published in 1946, has had a profound impact on readers...

Part of the Penguin Orange Collection, a limited-run series of twelve influential American classics, this edition celebrates the heritage of Penguin's iconic book design. The bold orange and white...

A surreal and unsettling novel explores the darker aspects of grief and the supernatural. This intense cosmic horror combines elements of Mexican American folklore with a touch of psychological...

Pearl Jam's enduring legacy is a testament to the power of music to shape a generation. In "Long Road: Pearl Jam and the Soundtrack of a Generation", music critic and journalist Steven Hyden explores...

Published in 2013, Speedboat is a groundbreaking novel that defies conventions. Renata Adler's experimental work follows a young journalist as she navigates the complexities of American life in the...

The Auld Kirk and Kirkyard at Peathill has stood since the 17th century, its ruins and gravestones a testament to the changing fortunes of the local community over the centuries. The gravestones...

The Lost Spell Book of Marie Laveau has been hidden for nearly a century, its secrets locked away in the pages of a mysterious grimoire. Recently, the book's contents have been deciphered and...

A 1999 snapshot of American film culture on the brink of the Millennium, Best. Movie. Year. Ever. is a celebration and analysis of the movies that defined that year. From Fight Club to The Sixth...

Dancing the Dream: The Seven Sacred Paths of Human Transformation by Jamie Sams Explore the seven sacred paths of human spiritual development, as revealed by renowned teacher Jamie Sams. This...

A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway Ernest Hemingway's novel is a powerful and poignant portrayal of war, love, and loss. In 1918, Hemingway volunteered for ambulance service in Italy, where he...

Richard Hannay's life is turned upside down when an American acquaintance informs him of an assassination plot, only to be murdered in his London flat. With his name now at the centre of a police...

Travel along America's most iconic route, Route 66, with this comprehensive guide. From its humble beginnings as a vital piece of American history to its current status as a popular tourist...

The Israel Lobby and US Foreign Policy by John J Mearsheimer and Stephen M Walt A provocative examination of the influence of the US pro-Israel lobby on American foreign policy, challenging the...

Dirk Pitt intercepts a rogue blimp on a deadly course, but he's not the only one searching for answers. Four dead men are found on board, and they're not the wealthy American financier who vanished...

The Smartest Kids in the World And How They Got That Way by Amanda RipleyAmanda Ripley's book explores how other countries create "smarter" kids and what it's like to be a child in the world's new...

Dancing in Time: A Visual History of Moving and Shaking This vibrant book explores the impact of dance on society, revealing how it has shaped and been shaped by culture, history, and technology...

For Janey Larkin, the blue willow plate holds a special significance, a symbol of a home she can only remember from afar. As her family's circumstances change, Janey's desire for a stable place to...

Discover the world of tractors with this engaging encyclopedia, packed with fun facts and fascinating details about these mighty machines.From steam-powered tractors to modern marvels, this book...

The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal, 1870-1914 by David McCullough This epic chronicle tells the story of the men and women who fought against all odds to construct an aquatic...

Skylab America's Space Station The Skylab space station was a groundbreaking American space station launched in 1973, marking a significant milestone in space endurance. Over the next two years,...

Paul and Elaine have two boys and a beautiful home, yet they find themselves stuck. Obsessed with 'making things good again', they spin the quiet terrors of family life into a fantastical frenzy that...

John Leppelman's Vietnam experience was marked by three distinct roles: paratropper, army seaman, and LRRP. As an FNG in the 173d Airborne, he made the unit's only combat jump into Vietnam...

A haunting retelling of Cinderella from Algonquin Indian folklore, "The Rough-Face Girl" is a powerful and poignant tale of love, beauty, and perseverance. In this adaptation, a young woman with a...

The Amityville Horror A chilling true story of a house possessed by evil spirits, the Lutz family's terrifying experience in their suburban Long Island home is a tale that will leave you on edge. In...

Charles Manson and his followers committed a series of brutal murders in August 1969, leaving a trail of horror and devastation in their wake. Ed Sanders's detailed and meticulously researched...

Today I Wrote Nothing: The Selected Writings of Daniil Kharms Discover the innovative writing of Daniil Kharms, a writer whose work was long suppressed in his native Russia. This collection brings...

Clock Repairing as a Hobby by Harold Caleb Kelly For those interested in the intricacies of clock movement and design, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the theory behind clock mechanisms...

In the First Circle, Aleksandr I. Solzhenitsyn's powerful and poignant novel, is a gripping tale of survival and loyalty set against the backdrop of the Cold War. In 1949, a Russian diplomat makes a...

Earth to Moon: A MemoirMoon Unit Zappa's life has been a whirlwind of creativity, celebrity, and chaos. Born into a family of music royalty, she grew up surrounded by the whims of her famous parents...

Andrew Compton's art is murder, a twisted and intimate act. After feigning his own death to escape prison, he sets out to bring his dark ambitions to new heights in the United States. His path...

Watchmen is a gripping tale of conspiracy and moral ambiguity set in an alternate world where the presence of American superheroes has shaped history. The story begins as a murder mystery, but soon...

The Riddler: Year One Paul Dano brings to life the complex and terrifying villain known as the Riddler, a man whose motivations are both deeply personal and utterly ruthless. This gripping story...

Cinema Speculation is a unique blend of personal memoir, cultural criticism, and Hollywood history from the acclaimed filmmaker Quentin Tarantino. This long-awaited first work of nonfiction is a...

The online marketplace is a visually stunning guide to the world's largest rainforest and the river that winds its way through it. This picture-led reference book takes you on a journey through the...

Iraq: A History This comprehensive study explores the greatness and grandeur of Iraq's achievements, from the seminal advances of its Neolithic inhabitants to the aftermath of the American and...

The Saffron Scourge: A History of Yellow Fever in Louisiana, 1796-1905This comprehensive study examines the history of yellow fever in Louisiana, a disease that had a profound impact on the state's...

No Justice in Hell by Charles G. West is a gripping Western novel that follows John Hawk, an army scout with exceptional tracking skills and grit, as he takes on a notorious outlaw.When three...

The Roaring Twenties was a time when fashion was shaped by more than just the latest trends. For millions of Americans, bulky catalogs from Montgomery Ward and Sears, Roebuck were an everyday part of...

The Exiles and Other Stories by Horacio Quiroga is a collection of thirteen compelling tales that explore the human experience in all its complexity. Set against the backdrop of the subtropical...

Summer 1945 saw six of Germany's top nuclear scientists detained by Allied forces at a stately home in Cambridgeshire. Their tranquil summer was disrupted by news that the Americans had used an...

Discover the fascinating world of the Mayans through a unique and engaging visual journey. History in Infographics: Mayans brings together stunning graphics and numbers to help children understand...

Christopher Durang Explains It All for You Six Plays is a collection of dark comedies that cut through prejudice and hypocrisy with lightning bolts of truth and humor. This powerful exploration of...

Mosses are a common yet overlooked element of the natural world, existing at the limits of our ordinary perception. Robin Wall Kimmerer's book, Gathering Moss, is a beautifully written exploration of...

The Art of Mexican Cooking is a comprehensive guide to creating authentic Mexican food in your own kitchen. With over 200 beloved recipes, this indispensable cookbook shares the secrets of true...

Normandy depicts the planning and execution of Operation Overlord in 96 full-color pages. The initial paratrooper assault is shown, as well as the storming of the five D-Day beaches: Utah, Omaha,...

Tom Horn's life was marked by controversy and contradiction. As a lawman, detective, outlaw, and assassin, he was a figure of both fascination and revulsion. This is his story, told in his own words...

The Catcher in the Rye is a novel that explores the complexities of growing up and the disillusionment of the American Dream. Told from the perspective of Holden Caulfield, a 17-year-old who has just...

A Woman is No Man is a heart-wrenching story of love, intrigue and courage, set against the backdrop of Palestinian-American culture. The novel follows three generations of women, each struggling to...

Trouble Boys: The True Story of the ReplacementsA deeply intimate portrait of one of the most brilliant and notoriously self-destructive rock 'n' roll bands of all time, Trouble Boys reveals the...

The Murder on the Links by Agatha Christie is a gripping mystery that follows Belgian detective Hercule Poirot as he investigates a gruesome crime in France. Upon his arrival at the scene, Poirot...

In the late 1920s, the Pearl River delta in China was plagued by ruthless pirates who controlled fishing fleets, terrorized villages, and hijacked steamer ships. American journalist Aleko Lilius was...

A 1950s American road journey sets the stage for a story of family, friendship, and self-discovery. In June 1954, Emmett Watson is driven home to Nebraska after serving time on a juvenile work farm...

A practical guide to mental training for climbers, helping athletes harness their mental potential to enhance performance under pressure. Drawing on his own personal experiences from an international...

A Confederacy of Dunces is a laugh-out-loud story about Ignatius J. Reilly, a complex and eccentric character who navigates 1960s New Orleans with his own unique brand of misanthropy. Despite his...

The Art of Fiction by David Lodge explores the art of fiction through a diverse range of topics, from the Intrusive Author to Suspense and Symbolism. Using passages from classic and modern novels,...

Understanding the foundations of the American Republic is crucial for navigating the complexities of the US government and its institutions. This book provides a comprehensive guide to the key...

The 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis was the most perilous event in history, when mankind faced a looming nuclear collision between the United States and Soviet Union. Max Hastings's graphic new history...

A powerful and evocative collection of poetry by Maya Angelou, exploring the complexities of the human experience. Through lyrical and dramatic verse, Angelou shares her insights on love, longing,...

Catch-22 is a satirical novel that explores the absurdities of military life during World War II. Set in an American bomber squadron off the coast of Italy, the story follows a bombardier's struggles...

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a young man of 25 when he played a pivotal role in organizing the Montgomery Bus Boycott. He went on to lead a nationwide campaign for the right to vote,...