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This 42nd Anniversary Edition includes exclusive bonus material from the Douglas Adams archives, and a new introduction. So Long, and Thanks for All the Fish is the fourth installment in Douglas...

The Final Problem by Arthur Conan Doyle is a gripping tale of cat and mouse between two of literature's greatest adversaries. When the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes outwits his arch-nemesis,...

The Duke of Wellington: A Life Beyond Legend Rory Muir's masterful biography offers a fresh perspective on one of Britain's most iconic figures. This two-volume set sheds new light on the life and...

The Metamorphoses is a rich and witty collection of myths and legends that explore the transformative power of love. In this beautifully crafted work, Ovid weaves together a magical world in which...

Arthur Wesley, the future Duke of Wellington, was born to lead. He believes a nation should be ruled by a king, not a meritocratic system. This conviction drives him to battle against the French...

Tom Brown's Schooldays is a timeless and engaging novel that has captivated readers for generations. Written by Thomas Hughes, this influential book offers a unique and refreshing portrayal of life...

Blast off into the unknown with this collection of ten classical works of science fiction and fantasy.Long before we ventured into outer space or explored the most remote regions of the planet,...

The Argonautica by Apollonius of Rhodes is an epic tale of adventure and romance. Written in the 3rd century BC, this ancient Greek work recounts Jason's perilous quest for the Golden Fleece,...

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...

Wind is always moving. We can't see it moving, though we can watch it push clouds across the sky, or shake the leaves of a tree. This movement is called the wind. The wind is caused by air moving...

The World as Will and Representation by Arthur Schopenhauer is a foundational philosophical work that has shaped post-Kantian thought. This volume, part of a definitive English translation, corrects...

The Other Side of the Night: The Carpathia, the Californian and the Night the Titanic Was Lost by Daniel Allen Butler. On 14 April 1912, the RMS Titanic struck an iceberg, resulting in one of the...

The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers & Devotions by Arthur Bennett This collection of prayers and devotions offers a unique insight into the spiritual practices of the Puritan...

Set against the backdrop of pre-war Germany, this novel tells the story of an unlikely friendship between two men, William Bradshaw and Arthur Norris. Their chance encounter on a train sparks a close...

Galileo's Error: Foundations for a New Science of Consciousness by Philip Goff offers a radically new perspective on human consciousness. For decades, scientists have struggled to explain how brains...

Kipper's Little Friends is a charming picture book about baby animals and growing up. Kipper and Arthur are talking about different types of baby animals, from owlets to hoglets. The story is a fun...

A new epic history of Britain's forgotten past is revealed in Lost Realms. Thomas Williams brings together archaeological revelations and written sources to rebuild a lost world, one that was home to...

The White Company by Arthur Conan Doyle Set against the backdrop of the Hundred Years War, this novel tells the story of a young nobleman who sets out on a journey to fulfill his father's wishes. He...

Arthur Schnitzler's Reigen is a landmark play that explores themes of desire and morality. Written in 1897, it was initially banned by censors due to its frank portrayal of human relationships...

Green Dot is a story about the allure of wanting something that promises nothing and the journey we take in deciding who we are and who we want to be. Hera's life is one of soulless office routines,...

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...

Discover the Life-Changing Approach to God's Word with This Dynamic Bible Study Guide. Beloved Bible teacher Kay Arthur's inductive study method has helped millions discover the truth of God's Word...

Arthur Conan Doyle's first Sherlock Holmes novel introduces readers to the brilliant detective and his loyal partner in investigation. A Study in Scarlet sets the stage for the iconic partnership, as...

Sherlock Holmes is driven to solve a complex case in 1888 London. A British Army Captain's disappearance and mysterious pearls by post from an unknown sender have left Mary Morstan baffled. As the...

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol Deluxe Gift Edition is a beautifully illustrated novella that celebrates the spirit of Christmas through its iconic characters. This elegant gift edition features...

The Palace of the Prophets of Modernism In the early 20th century, the discovery of the palace of Knossos on Crete sparked a new era of artistic and intellectual innovation. British archaeologist...

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...

Discover the Hidden Gems of Hadrian's Wall Country Hadrian's Wall once marked the northern edge of the Roman Empire, and now it's a UNESCO world heritage site. Explore this fascinating region with...

Arthur Koestler's autobiography begins with Arrow in the Blue, a vivid account of his first 26 years. This memoir takes readers through a tumultuous and varied existence, marked by diverse...

In Search of the Dark Ages by Michael Wood A fresh perspective on Britain's most fascinating centuries. This revised edition of Michael Wood's groundbreaking first book explores the period between...

The Chelsea Hotel is a vibrant snapshot of the bohemian era, captured by Brazilian photographer Claudio Edinger in the late 1970s and early 1980s. This revised and expanded edition of his iconic...

Edward Parnell's Ghostland is a moving exploration of what has haunted writers and artists, and what is haunting him. In this unique and elegiac meditation on grief, memory and longing, Parnell...

Arthur Rimbaud's Selected Poems and Letters brings together a unique and innovative body of work, showcasing the poet's extraordinary use of language and form. The collection includes over 100...

The Doctor by Robert Icke is a gripping moral thriller that uses medical ethics to examine urgent questions of faith, belief and scientific rationality. Based on Arthur Schnitzler's Professor...

Old legends and new worlds collide in Doctor Who: Legends of Camelot. When investigating a strange energy, the Tenth Doctor and Donna Noble are pulled into a different dimension, causing a rift that...

Diamond Dogs, Turquoise Days is a pair of thrilling space opera tales from acclaimed author Alastair Reynolds. Shortlisted for an Arthur C. Clarke Award and winning the British Science Fiction Award,...

The Wicked Day by Mary Stewart is a retelling of the Arthurian legend from an unexpected perspective. Mordred, son of King Arthur and half-sister Morgause, is prophesied to kill his father, but fate...

Experience the energetic spirit of Irish folk music with this 35-song collection for 5-string banjo.Featuring arrangements of beloved pub songs, this book includes vocal melodies, lyrics, chord...

The second novel in a gripping space opera trilogy by the Arthur C. Clarke award-winning author of Children of Time. Humanity teeters on the brink of extinction as the Architects, a force of...

The Dorrington Deed-Box: The Adventures of Horace Dorrington, Detective In 1897, Arthur Morrison published a collection of seven short stories featuring the exploits of Horace Dorrington, a private...

The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of 12 stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring the iconic detective in his final cases. Written in the 1920s, these tales showcase Conan Doyle's...

Ben and Arthur's New York love story unfolds in this heartwarming tale. After an initial meet-cute at a post office, they lose touch but are brought back together through a 'missed connection' advert...

The Zimmermann Telegram: An Audacious Scheme for World Domination In January 1917, German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmerman sent a single telegram that would change the course of history...

Sherlock Holmes Mind Palace Puzzles is a unique blend of puzzles and classic mysteries. Dr Watson shares the detective's memory-boosting techniques, helping you to think like Sherlock and improve...

The Football Man: A Study of Football and Society Written in 1968, just two years after England's World Cup triumph, Arthur Hopcraft's seminal work provides a unique insight into the sport at its...

Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller is a thought-provoking drama that explores the American Dream and its illusions. This Oxford Literature Companion provides in-depth analysis of the play, covering...

Edward I, the king who ruled England with an iron fist, is a figure of both fascination and controversy. His reign was marked by war, conquest, and the forging of a unified Britain.This biography...

Einstein the Penguin (2) - the Case of the Fishy Detective Imogen and Arthur are eager to be reunited with their friend Einstein, who has returned from Australia. However, their joy is short-lived as...

The Day of the Triffids, a powerful post-apocalyptic allegory, explores a world devastated by nuclear war and the resulting genetic mutations. In this bleak society, any sign of deviation is...

The Baker Street Four, Vol. 2 is the second volume in a critically acclaimed comics series based on Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes. This gripping story follows Billy, Charlie, and Tom as they...

The Artist in the Machine: The World of AI-Powered Creativity by Arthur I. Miller explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and creativity. Computers are now composing music, turning...

William Morris's wallpaper designs are showcased in this extensively illustrated volume, set against the backdrop of the Victorian era's radical changes in taste. The impact of the Reform Movement...

When a mysterious explosion on the way to school sends Arthur, Ren, and Cecily on a thrilling adventure, they find themselves trapped aboard a scientific research ship sailing through hazardous...

The Magic of Math is a spellbinding journey through the wonders of numbers and more. Arthur Benjamin takes you on an exploration of key mathematical fields, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry,...

David Hare's adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler's "La Ronde" is a thought-provoking exploration of human relationships. With just two actors playing all the parts, Hare creates a complex and intimate...

FIRE AND SWORD is the third novel in Simon Scarrow's Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. Set against the backdrop of 1804, this gripping tale follows Arthur Wellesley as he commands the British campaign...

The Hound of the Baskervilles A Sherlock Holmes Adventure by Arthur Conan Doyle A mysterious death on the misty Devon moors sets off a chain of events that will test Sherlock Holmes' detective skills...

Eighty-five-year-old Henry Arthur Applebee has spent sixty-five years regretting one thing: finding the woman who disappeared from his life decades earlier. On an ordinary December morning, he boards...

Ariana Franklin's Relics of the Dead is a gripping whodunit that brings medieval history to life. In 12th-century England, the discovery of two skeletons in a monastery's graveyard sets off a chain...

CGP Workbook for GCSE English Literature: The Sign of the Four This workbook is designed to help students prepare for their Grade 9-1 GCSE English Literature exam, focusing on Arthur Conan Doyle's...

Transcendental Magic: Its Doctrine and Ritual is an exploration of ancient occult philosophy by French author Éliphas Lévi. Considered one of the first occultists to integrate the tarot into his...

Ancestral Haunts brings together two rare volumes of classic ghost stories, each with its own unique voice and style. The Stoneground Ghost Tales and Tedious Brief Tales of Granta and Gramarye are...

The sixth book in the Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy trilogy, this novel was broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and features original cast members. Arthur Dent's life is about to collide with a pantheon of...

Kipper's Little Friends is a charming tale about baby animals. In this board book, Kipper and Arthur explore the different names for baby animals, from owlets to hoglets. Little ones will love...

A collection of 25 classic Gothic tales, including the iconic "The Phantom of the Opera", brings together some of the most enduring and unsettling stories of the genre. This carefully curated omnibus...

Imagining England's Past explores how the country's invented histories have shaped its sense of self. From medieval writers summoning King Arthur to modern-day visualizations of Victorian dandies,...

The History of Spiritualism (Vols. 1 and 2) by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle offers a comprehensive account of the spiritualist movement, tracing its roots back to the Fox Sisters in 1848. This...

Published in 1859, Adam Bede is the first novel by George Eliot, a renowned British writer of the Victorian era. This novel tells the story of a small rural community and the romantic drama that...

Sir Cumference and the Sword in the Cone is a humorous retelling of "The Sword and Stone" that introduces readers to mathematical angles. King Arthur has hidden his sword, Edgecalibur, and issued a...

Ancient evil lingers beneath the earth, in the woodland surrounding forgotten paths, and in the remnants of ancient traditions and practices. This collection of stories by masters of horror explores...

The Devil and the Dark Water by Stuart Turton is an unforgettable tale of mystery and horror. When Samuel Pipps, the world's greatest detective, is transported from the Dutch East Indies to Amsterdam...

The Other Side of the Bridge by Mary Lawson is a powerful and poignant novel set against the backdrop of two world wars. In the small town of Struan, Ontario, the fragile balance between sibling...

The Illustrated A-Z Of Classic Mythology brings together the three outstanding traditions of Europe: Classical Greek and Roman mythology, Celtic folklore, and Norse mythology. This comprehensive...

Scratch and Draw Farm Animals - Scratch Art Activity Book by Arthur Over is a fun and interactive activity book that brings farm animals to life through scratch art. With themed step-by-step drawing,...

Weft-Faced Pattern Weaves Tabby to Taqueté by Nancy Arthur Hoskins is an in-depth guide for weavers and crafters. This comprehensive work covers 53 projects, from simple to complex weaves, including...

Arthur Goldman, a wealthy entrepreneur, rules his financial empire from his Manhattan penthouse. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is kidnapped by Israeli agents and brought to trial in...

Kevin O' Higgins was assassinated in July 1927 at just thirty-five years old. His life and death are marked by intense controversy, particularly over his vocal support for the Free State government's...

In Memoriam: A Comprehensive Guide to Tennyson's Masterpiece This Norton Critical Edition provides a detailed exploration of Alfred Tennyson's iconic poem, In Memoriam. The edition includes the...

Arthur Montana's life was marked by fame and tragedy. When he died in a London pub, his brother looked back over thirty years at their group of friends, tracing the paths they took from childhood to...

The Barrakee Mystery: The Lure of the Bush by Arthur W. Upfield In this gripping mystery, Inspector Bonaparte is drawn into a complex web of feuds and loyalties in rural Australia. A long-standing...

The Art of Being Right: 38 Ways to Win an Argument by Arthur Schopenhauer Disputing is not just about being right, but also about holding one's own in the face of opposition. This is known as...

A contemporary fantasy novel by TJ Klune, The House in the Cerulean Sea is a story about discovering an unlikely family in an unexpected place. Linus Baker, a case worker, is tasked with evaluating...

A rollicking history of England's monarchs from Arthur to Elizabeth I, a tale of power, glory, and excessive beheadings. David Mitchell's Unruly explores how early England's rulers, while feared and...

The Sign of the Four Text Guide provides comprehensive support for students studying Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes novel. This CGP Text Guide contains clear notes on the novel's context, plot,...

A comprehensive collection of English poetry spanning over seven centuries, The Oxford Book of English Verse brings together a vast array of poems and poets, introducing readers to new voices and...

Arthur C. Clarke's The Sentinel is a magnificent retrospective showcase of his finest shorter fiction, spanning four decades of writing. This collection includes many gems of a genius at the height...

Kenneth Grahame's beloved tale of fantasy has captivated readers for generations with its charming characters and idyllic setting. Rat, Mole, Badger, and the eccentric Mr Toad embark on a series of...

God has come down, as the Bible and Christian history attest. In the Day of Thy Power explores the conditions under which God still comes, as in apostolic days, with "mighty signs and wonders, by the...

In the Presence of Schopenhauer is a unique and fascinating work that explores the profound influence of the philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer on one of France's most renowned living writers. In the...

Devon and Cornwall's Oddest Historical Tales by John Fisher Discover the colourful past of the West Country, where flamboyant figures and peculiar stories come alive. From the tale of a lion attack...

Thirteen Days: A Memoir of the Cuban Missile Crisis This is the story of the thirteen days in October 1962 when the United States confronted the Soviet Union over its installation of missiles in Cuba...

The Cottingley Secret by Hazel Gaynor In 1917, two young cousins from Cottingley, England, sparked a sensation when they claimed to have photographed fairies in their garden. Their discovery offered...

In Search of the Dark Ages by Michael Wood A fresh perspective on one of history's most fascinating periods. This revised edition of Michael Wood's groundbreaking first book explores the centuries...

William Morris's Selected Poems offers a glimpse into the creative vision of one of the most popular poets of his day. His verse is crafted and robust, like well-made objects, and at its heart lies a...

Tao Te Ching by Laozi is an ancient philosophical text that explores the nature of the cosmos and humanity's place within it. Dating from around 300BC, this foundational work of Taoism presents a...

Sir Thomas and his new bride, Lady Margaret, have been forced to leave their home. He heads for Anjou, hoping to take over an old manor, but finds himself in a world of intrigue upon arrival. Prince...

Arthur W. Frank's The Wounded Storyteller explores the complex relationship between illness and narrative, drawing on personal stories from individuals with various conditions. This collection of...

Arthur Less, a failed novelist on the cusp of fifty, receives a series of invitations to literary events around the world. With no clear reason to stay in one place, he accepts them all, embarking on...

The Return of Rama In 2130, an alien spaceship, Rama, entered our solar system, revealing many wonders to mankind. However, most of its mysteries remained unsolved. Sixty-six years later, a second...

The Ashmolean Museum's wood engraving collection is one of the greatest in the world. This book showcases some of its finest examples. The Ashmolean has an extensive collection of over 3,000 prints,...