2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K. Le'

Vulcan's Hammer is a gripping science fiction novel that explores a world where the pursuit of peace has led to a single, all-powerful entity. However, as the stakes grow higher, a single individual...

The Game-Players of Titan is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of a desperate game. On the planet Titan, a war-torn world, a group...

The Histories, a masterpiece of Western history, comes alive in this vibrant translation. Composed around 440 BC, Herodotus' work is the earliest surviving nonfiction, spanning from the Trojan War to...

Lady of Darkness by Melissa K. Roehrich is a gripping epic fantasy romance that has captured the hearts of many readers. In this slow-burn sensation, a ruthless assassin is given a chance at...

Learn the Language of K-POP with Confidence Understand what your favorite Kpop idol says to you and the jokes from your favorite Korean drama on Netflix with this unique guide. How to Speak KPOP is a...

Chris Mercer's life is turned upside down when the Vine finally corners her 15 years after she evaded them as a cult's intended child bride. With the help of search and rescue colleague Dr Rand...

John Buchan's remarkable life is a testament to his boundless energy and diverse pursuits. As the author of the iconic thriller "The Thirty-Nine Steps", he has become synonymous with the genre, but...

A festive anthology of the world's most magical, moving, chilling and surprising Christmas stories, selected from around the globe. This collection takes you on a journey from snowy woods to...

Penguin Readers Level 4: Roald Dahl Matilda is a well-supported introduction to English language learning, featuring a carefully adapted text with illustrations and language practise activities. This...

Fate is the Hunter is a gripping account of Ernest K Gann's remarkable flying career, spanning both war and peace. With a keen eye for storytelling, Gann recounts his most memorable experiences in...

Penguin Readers Level 2: Fantastic Mr Fox is a fun and engaging Level 2 Reader that introduces language learners to the exciting world of Roald Dahl's bestselling stories. With a carefully adapted...

Billy and the Minpins is a Level 1 Reader that introduces language learners to the exciting world of storytelling. With carefully adapted text, illustrations, and language practise activities, this...

Penguin Readers Level 2: Roald Dahl Revolting Rhymes is an engaging introduction to language learning for young readers. This A1+ graded reader features carefully adapted text, illustrations and...

Paper Girls Volume 5 is a collection of five issues from the Eisner Award-winning series by Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang. The story follows Mac and her fellow newspaper delivery girls as they...

The Most Dangerous Book in the World 9/11 as Mass Ritual S. K. Bain presents a provocative and thought-provoking analysis of the events of September 11, 2001, revealing a complex web of psychological...

The Magic Finger, a Level 2 Reader, is a well-supported introduction to English language learning. With a focus on future tenses, present continuous, and comparatives, this book is designed to help...

Introducing a fun and exciting Level 1 Reader from Penguin Readers, featuring the beloved author Roald Dahl. This engaging story is perfect for young language learners who are just starting to...

The Penguin Book of the British Short Story is a bold anthology that celebrates the full diversity and energy of its writers, subjects, and tones. From its origins with Defoe, Swift, and Fielding, to...

Danny the Champion of the World is a Level 4 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed to help language learners improve their English skills. The book features a carefully adapted text,...

The Veil: An Invitation to the Unseen Realm For as long as he can remember, Blake K. Healy has seen angels and demons. He sees them as clearly as he would see you if you were standing right in front...

The Zap Gun by Philip K. Dick In a world on the brink of chaos, two unlikely allies must put aside their differences to create a weapon that could save them from destruction. Lars Powderdry and Lilo...

A Social History of Lancashire, 1558-1939 by John K. Walton explores the complex social history of Lancashire, from the Elizabethan era to the early 20th century. This comprehensive study examines...

A 75th-anniversary edition of Angela Carter's masterpiece, featuring a new introduction by Kelly Link. This Deluxe Edition of The Bloody Chamber includes subversively dark and sensual versions of...

The Witches, a Level 4 Reader, is a well-supported text that introduces language learners to the world of Roald Dahl. The story follows a boy and his grandmother as they try to stop a group of...

George's Marvellous Medicine is a Level 3 Reader in the Penguin Readers series, designed to help language learners improve their English skills. This A2-level text introduces learners to the present...

Saga Volume 10 by Brian K Vaughan The latest chapter in the epic saga of Hazel and her star-crossed family is finally here. This collection brings together the latest six chapters of the series,...

A Maze of Death by Philip K. Dick is a gripping science fiction novel that explores the darker side of human nature. When fourteen strangers arrive on a seemingly uninhabited planet, they soon...

A Scanner Darkly by Philip K. Dick is a gripping novel that explores the blurred lines between identity and reality. In a world where a powerful substance can split the mind into two, a complex web...

Help! I've Got an Alarm Bell Going Off in My Head! How Panic, Anxiety and Stress Affect Your Body by K. L. Aspden is a straightforward guide that explores what happens inside our bodies when we feel...

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is a Level 3 Reader, introducing language learners to the world of bestselling authors and compelling content. With carefully adapted text, illustrations, language...

Learn the French words with the help of charming illustrations. Read the French word aloud, then find that word on the opposite page. This board book features an easy pronunciation guide to help you...

The Simulacra by Philip K. Dick In a not-too-distant future, the President of the United States is set to become an android, and the entire government is on the brink of collapse. As society teeters...

Nile Rodgers' story is one of music, family, and destiny. As a founding member of Chic and one of the world's most successful music producers, he has written and produced some of the most iconic...

A gripping and explosive account of the Epstein case, Perversion of Justice by Julie K. Brown is a compelling window into her own experiences as a dogged reporter at a regional newspaper, facing off...

Who Censored Roger Rabbit? is a wonderfully skewed world compounded of equal parts Raymond Chandler, Lewis Carroll, and Walt Disney. In this riotously surreal spoof of the hard-boiled detective...

In the whimsical world of Toontown, cartoon characters live side-by-side with humans, and a new mystery is unfolding. Roger Rabbit, the beloved Toon, has called upon hard-boiled private eye Eddie...

Malta 1940-42: The Axis' air battle for Mediterranean supremacy In 1940, the island of Malta was Britain's last stronghold in the central Mediterranean, posing a significant threat to Axis shipping...

The Book of Revelation Decoded: Your Guide to Understanding the End Times Rabbi K. A. Schneider explores the connection between the Old Testament and the end times, revealing how the events...

Saga Book One, a groundbreaking science fiction series, brings together the talents of Eisner Award-winning writer Brian K. Vaughan and Harvey Award-winning artist Fiona Staples. The story follows...

The Hourglass Throne by K. D. Edwards As Rune Saint John navigates the complexities of his new life at court, a mysterious barrier appears around the rejuvenation center of New Atlantis, trapping...

Paper Girls Volume 1 by Brian K Vaughan is a groundbreaking series that combines suburban drama with otherworldly mysteries. In the early hours after Halloween of 1988, four 12-year-old newspaper...

In a world ravaged by nuclear winter and radiation, empathy has become a rare and precious commodity. Bounty hunter Rick Deckard is tasked with tracking down six rogue androids, known as Nexus-6, who...

Penguins are a fascinating group of birds that have captured the hearts of many. This book is packed with interesting facts and images about these amazing creatures.With its unique blend of fun facts...

Papa Penguin is a heartwarming bedtime story about a father's love for his child. When Dad comes home, he tells a tale of Papa Penguin, who loves his little one very much, even when he's not always...

Freedom from the Grip of Witchcraft offers a comprehensive guide to deliverance prayers, secrets of power over witchcraft, and help for those experiencing witchcraft attacks. This rare book provides...

Blue Penguin is a heart-warming story about a penguin who feels like he doesn't quite fit in. After being rejected by his fellow penguins, he sets out to prove that he belongs. Beautifully...

Penguin Lost is a darkly funny follow-up to the cult classic Death and the Penguin. Viktor, the protagonist, has a new identity and a chance to make amends for his past mistakes. He becomes embroiled...

Join Bluey and Bingo on a trip to the pool for some fun in the sun. Based on the popular animated series, this beautifully illustrated picture book adventure follows the adventures of a family at the...

Plato's The Republic is a foundational work of Western philosophy, presented as a dialogue between Socrates and three interlocutors. The conversation explores the nature of a perfect community, the...

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...

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...

Ovid's Metamorphoses is a rich and witty poem that weaves together a dazzling array of mythological tales, linked by the idea of transformation. In this accessible translation, Ovid explores the...

Discover the intimate and personal side of Vincent Van Gogh's life through his letters, offering a unique glimpse into his artistic struggles, philosophical debates, and personal relationships.This...

The Odyssey (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition) Translated by Robert Fagles, this Penguin Classic presents Homer's epic poem in a stunning modern-verse translation. The story follows Odysseus, a man...

Aristotle's Poetics is a foundational work of literary criticism that explores the dramatic elements of plot, character, language, and spectacle in classical Greek tragedy. The book examines how...

Dante's Purgatorio is a deeply moving and vivid portrayal of the search for redemption. The second volume of his epic journey, it follows Dante as he climbs out of Hell and reaches the island of...

A unique twist on a beloved ballet, this book brings the Nutcracker story to life in a fresh and imaginative way. A young girl's Christmas gift becomes a magical companion, leading to a fantastical...

Parzival, composed in the early thirteenth century, is a re-creation and completion of the story left unfinished by its initiator Chrétien de Troyes. Set against the backdrop of King Arthur's court,...

These hallucinogenic sketches and stories from William S. Burroughs are a concentrated hit of his contemporary, international flavour.Penguin Modern: fifty new books celebrating the pioneering spirit...

The Fear Street Super Thriller: Nightmares (2 Books in 1: The Dead Boyfriend; Give Me a K-I-L-L) Experience the ultimate Fear Street thrill ride with two gripping stories in one volume. Caitlin's...

Little Penguin Pip-Pip wants to join in with his friends swimming in the sea, but he's scared of water. This heartwarming story shows that sometimes all it takes is a little bit of encouragement to...

This delightful board book features five adorable penguins that waddle through the pages. Babies and toddlers will love touching the tactile patches and looking for the familiar little white mouse...

SS-GB by Len Deighton In a world where the Germans have won the war, Britain is occupied and the country is under a brutal regime. Detective Inspector Archer must navigate the treacherous landscape...

The Penguin Book of Hell offers a rich source of visions of eternal damnation, spanning three thousand years from the ancient Near East to modern America. Drawing on religious poetry, epics,...

A poignant and uplifting tale of hope and courage is woven together in this beautifully crafted collection. A wounded bird's miraculous recovery serves as a powerful symbol of resilience, while a...

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...

Paul Gauguin, 1848-1903 The Primitive Sophisticate In the late 19th century, Gauguin's artistic career was marked by a series of unconventional choices. He abandoned a stint in the French Navy, sold...

Discover the exciting adventures of Bluey and Bingo in this collection of six stories, each designed to be read in just five minutes or less.Based on the popular animated series, this treasury brings...

Experience the best of Bluey in one exciting collection. This storybook features four of Bluey's most thrilling adventures, along with fun facts about the characters you love.Get ready for Good...

The Crucible is a masterpiece of twentieth-century American theatre that explores the threshold between individual guilt and mass hysteria, personal spite and collective evil. This play is...

When a physician is wrongly sentenced to death for treating wounded rebels, Peter Blood flees England and becomes a pirate on the high seas. His journey takes him to the Spanish Main, where he and...

A Princess of Mars by Edgar Rice Burroughs In this groundbreaking science fiction romance, Edgar Rice Burroughs introduces a world beyond our own, where a Civil War veteran finds himself stranded on...

A timeless collection of spiritual reflections and exercises, the Meditations offer a profound exploration of virtue, human rationality, and the nature of the universe. Written as a personal guide...

Life Class by Pat Barker In the midst of war, art and humanity collide. This powerful novel, the first in Pat Barker's acclaimed Life Class trilogy, explores the devastating impact of conflict on the...

Yevgeny Zamyatin's We is a dystopian novel that explores a totalitarian society where individuality is suppressed. Set in a future world, the story follows a mathematician who begins to question the...

Set in the Yorkshire moors, Wuthering Heights is a haunting tale of love, betrayal, and revenge. A man takes shelter in the mysterious Wuthering Heights house during a snowstorm, only to become...

Jonty Gentoo's journey is a story of bravery and self-discovery. When he sets out to find his true home, he embarks on an adventure that takes him to the South Pole and beyond.Along the way, he faces...

The Complete Essays is a collection of writings from Michel de Montaigne, a French philosopher who revolutionized the essay as a literary form. In this Penguin Classics edition, translated from the...

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a gripping novel about a young man's descent into darkness. After a random act of violence, a former student is pursued by a determined investigator and...

The Iliad is a masterpiece of ancient Greek literature, a work of epic poetry that has shaped the course of Western culture. This beautifully bound edition, part of Penguin's Clothbound Classics...

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...

Dubliners is a powerful collection of modernist short stories that create a vivid picture of everyday life in Dublin. Written by James Joyce at just twenty-five years old, the book brings the city to...

Friedrich Nietzsche's On the Genealogy of Morals is a thought-provoking exploration of morality, presented in a clear and concise manner. This accessible work builds upon Nietzsche's earlier ideas,...

The Prince is a timeless work of realpolitik that explores the nature of power and its relationship with loyalty and fear. Written by Niccolò Machiavelli, a diplomat who witnessed the rise and fall...

The Aleph by Jorge Luis Borges This collection of stories explores the complexities of human nature, delving into the minds of individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Borges's unique...

A beautifully bound hardback edition of Jane Austen's beloved novel, featuring Coralie Bickford-Smith's stunning design. This Clothbound Classics edition is a must-have for anyone who loves Austen's...

Susan Sontag's On Photography is a thought-provoking critique of the art form, exploring its moral and aesthetic implications. The omnipresent nature of photographs has profoundly altered our...

Orlando, a beautifully designed clothbound edition, is a fantastical and enchanting novel about a man who defies convention. Born into a life of privilege, he longs for passion, adventure, and...

Nellie Choc-Ice, a plucky young penguin, finds herself on an epic adventure when her iceberg floats away. With her quick wit and resourceful nature, she must outsmart a steady stream of hungry...

The Penguin Complete Sherlock Holmes is a comprehensive collection of stories featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes. This volume contains four novels and fifty-six short stories, showcasing...

Creating art is a dangerous act, one that challenges the status quo and demands attention. Albert Camus argues that the artist has a responsibility to speak truth to power and provoke change.This...

Dark Days is a searing collection of essays that blend the intensely personal with the political. Written by James Baldwin, these essays draw on his own experiences of prejudice in America, offering...

Pnin, a poignant and humorous tale, follows the story of Professor Timofey Pnin, a man struggling to adapt to life in America. As he navigates the challenges of a new world, Pnin must confront the...

Shakespeare's tragic drama of love and loss, Antony and Cleopatra, is a devastating tale of passion and power. The story revolves around Antony, a battle-hardened soldier, and his all-consuming...

The History of the Church From Christ to Constantine is Eusebius's seminal account of the Church's early years, spanning from the time of Christ to the Great Persecution and the conversion of Emperor...

The Penguin Book of Classical Myths by Jenny March is a comprehensive guide to the greatest legends of all time. This book retells the most dramatic and unforgettable tales of love, war, heroism, and...

Robert Burns's Selected Poems presents a balanced view of his work, showcasing both his most beloved songs and his poetic range. The collection includes iconic pieces like "Auld Lang Syne," "A Red,...

E.M. Forster's A Room with a View is a poignant exploration of the human experience, delving into the complexities of love, social class, and cultural identity. Set against the backdrop of Edwardian...

This profound analysis of the nature of art is a thought-provoking exploration of morality, social justice, and religion. Leo Tolstoy considers the question of art's purpose and concludes that it...

Shakespeare's portrayal of the complexities of power and identity is on full display in Henry IV (Part One). The story follows Prince Hal, the son of King Henry IV, as he navigates the challenges of...