2017 results for 'Guin, Ursula K Le'

Candide, a satirical masterpiece, explores the human condition through the story of Candide, a young man who holds onto optimism despite encountering injustice and suffering. This new edition...

The Bhagavad Gita is a foundational text of Hinduism, exploring the nature of reality and the path to spiritual growth. This ancient dialogue between a warrior and his charioteer, Krishna, offers...

Published in 2003, Don Quixote is a revised edition of the story of a man who becomes obsessed with the idea of chivalry, leading him on a series of wild adventures.As he travels the world with his...

The Tale of Genji, a masterpiece of medieval Japanese literature, is widely regarded as the world's first novel. Written in the eleventh century, this exquisite portrait of courtly life is a...

Set in the early twentieth century, Ragtime is a rich and vibrant novel that brings to life the events that shaped America's history. E.L. Doctorow masterfully weaves together fictional characters...

The Uncanny is a thought-provoking collection of essays that explores the nature of human personality and creativity. In this probing biographical essay, Sigmund Freud examines the character and...

The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton In the rigid social hierarchy of 19th-century New York, desire and duty are locked in a struggle for supremacy. When May Welland announces her engagement to the...

The Pillow Book by Sei Shonagon Written in the 10th century, this intimate and witty account offers a unique glimpse into life at the Japanese court during the Heian period. Sei Shonagon's personal...

Juvenal's Satires offer a vivid portrayal of everyday Roman life, capturing the splendour and squalor of a society in transition. Written in the 1st century AD, these satirical works provide a unique...

A synthesis of ancient Greek thought and Christian faith, Meister Eckhart's Selected Writings explore the nature of the ultimate principle of the universe. Combining Neoplatonic concepts with...

The Vinland Sagas by Gisli Sigurosson Published by Penguin Classics, this collection of two sagas offers a unique glimpse into the adventures of Eirik the Red and his son Leif Eirikson, who explored...

Sir Thomas Wyatt: The Complete Poems The poetry of Sir Thomas Wyatt reflects the complexities of his life, shaped by his experiences as a diplomat and his entanglements with the royal court. His...

Equus is a thought-provoking exploration of the limits of faith and the intersection of the sacred and profane. The story revolves around a young man, Alan Strang, who blinds six horses with a metal...

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...

A stunningly creepy deluxe hardcover edition of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein features spot gloss, black sprayed edges, black-stained pages, and black endpapers. This part of the Penguin Horror series,...

William Shakespeare's Measure for Measure is a complex exploration of justice, morality and human desire. Set in a city where strict laws govern every aspect of life, the play raises questions about...

Nigel Molesworth, the 'goriller of 3B', is a master of observation and mischief. His disaffected eye sees everything, from botany walks to cissy poetry, and he's not afraid to comment on it. With his...

Ulysses is a masterpiece of modernist literature, tracing the lives of its characters over the course of a single day in Dublin. This monumental work has stood the test of time, surviving censorship...

Written as a powerful defence of Christianity at a time of great upheaval, City of God is a seminal work by St Augustine, one of the central figures in the history of the faith.In this influential...

On a single day in June 1923, two lives intersect in unexpected ways. Clarissa Dalloway is preparing for a party and reflecting on past loves, while Septimus Warren Smith struggles with the aftermath...

Dante Alighieri's masterpiece, The Divine Comedy and La Vita Nuova, are now in one volume. This Penguin Classic presents the poet's fusion of classical inquiry and Christian faith, as well as his...

Interzone presents a selection of pieces from the mid-1950s, showcasing Burroughs's mature writing style. This collection represents a significant moment in his development as a writer.Burroughs's...

Shakespeare's King Lear is a bleak and brutal tragedy that explores the devastating consequences of power and betrayal. When an ageing king rejects his beloved daughter in favour of her malevolent...

The Woman in the DunesA haunting and suspenseful novel by Kobo Abe, this Penguin Classics edition features a new introduction by David Mitchell. In the scorching desert, an amateur entomologist named...

In the secluded town of Tarbox, ten couples form an exclusive group, bound together by petty rivalries and secrets. Their relationships are governed by a set of unspoken rules, with Freddy Thorne...

Set against the backdrop of 1962 Italy and the glamour of Hollywood's Golden Age, Beautiful Ruins is a captivating tale of love, fame, and dreams. A young innkeeper witnesses an American actress's...

The Wind in the Willows has been enchanting readers for over a century with its story of animal friendship and adventure. Begun as a series of letters from Kenneth Grahame to his son, this beloved...

The Chosen tells the story of an unlikely friendship between two young Jewish boys from different worlds. Danny, raised in a strict Hasidic sect, and Reuven, brought up by a father aware of the...

Saul Bellow's Herzog is a deeply personal and philosophical novel that explores the inner workings of its protagonist's mind. After his wife leaves him for his best friend, Moses Herzog finds himself...

The Penguin Sudoku Challenge Volume 1 offers a year's worth of daily sudoku puzzles to challenge and sharpen your brain. With three levels of difficulty - beginner, moderate, and tricky - you'll be...

In the Country of MenA powerful and haunting tale of family secrets and lies.Nine-year-old Suleiman's world is turned upside down when he sees his father in the market square, sparking a journey to...

John Healy's The Grass Arena is a searing and unflinching account of his experiences with addiction and his journey towards recovery. The book describes his time living on the streets of London,...

William Golding's thought-provoking novel, Lord of the Flies, is a haunting portrayal of human nature that continues to spark debate and discussion today. When a group of ordinary boys are stranded...

Set in an exotic Eastern landscape, Haroun and the Sea of Stories is a captivating tale of adventure and self-discovery. A young boy named Haroun sets out on a quest to restore the poisoned source of...

A Streetcar Named Desire by Tennessee Williams In the sweltering heart of New Orleans, a fragile southern belle's world begins to unravel. Blanche Dubois, a woman of fading beauty and dwindling...

Shirley Jackson's gothic tale of a peculiar girl and her family's dark secret is a haunting exploration of isolation and the complexities of human relationships. Merricat Blackwood lives with her...

Robert Graves's superb retelling of the Greek myths is a masterful collection of stories that have inspired countless works of literature. From the creation of the world to the Trojan War, Graves...

The third volume of a groundbreaking political treatise that changed the world. Unfinished at the time of Marx's death in 1883, this work was first published with a preface by Frederick Engels in...

Arsène Lupin, Gentleman-Thief, is a collection of the most entertaining adventures of France's most famous gentleman thief. With his spontaneous generosity, he often benefits the poor and the...

E. M. Forster's nuanced exploration of English society's class divisions brings together two seemingly disparate families in a chance encounter. The preposterous Wilcox family and the intelligent...

A Penguin Vitae Edition of one of the most enduring fantasy novels in Chinese literature, translated into English for the first time. This hardcover edition features an illustrated foreword.Set in a...

A Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition of a story of love and social convention, Sense and Sensibility follows the parallel experiences of two sisters, Marianne and Elinor Dashwood, as they navigate the...

The Caucasian Chalk Circle is a powerful parable about class and priorities, written by Bertolt Brecht at the end of World War II. Set in the Caucasus mountains of Georgia, the story retells the tale...

The Fall of Icarus is a collection of ancient myths and tales from Ovid's works, including the stories of Theseus and the Minotaur, Daedalus and Icarus, and the Calydonian Boar-Hunt.These stories...

The Cretan Runner by George Psychoundakis In the summer of 1941, the island of Crete was invaded by air, and a young shepherd boy named George Psychoundakis knew the island intimately. He joined the...

The Heart is a Lonely Hunter, Carson McCullers' debut novel, made her an overnight literary sensation at just twenty-three years old. With its profound sense of moral isolation and compassionate...

Dante's Inferno is a collection of ten memorable and terrifying cantos from the poet's epic work. This edition brings together some of the most striking and evocative passages from the poem, offering...

Seven of Henry James's most thought-provoking short stories, gathered together in a single volume, offer a fascinating exploration of the relationship between art and life.From the title story, "The...

Written in 1963, this powerful letter from a prominent civil rights leader calls for non-violent resistance against racism and reflects on the healing power of love.Published in 2018, this Penguin...

Eastern Approaches is a gripping account of the author's experiences as a diplomat and soldier in the Soviet Union and North Africa during World War II. With a new foreword by Simon Sebag Montefiore,...

Gurdjieff's voice is a call to spiritual awakening, a call to question the chaos of our inner lives. He invites us to open our eyes, to understand what we are and why we are here. This book is a...

Antoine de Saint-Exupéry's Wind, Sand and Stars is a lyrical and gripping autobiography that weaves together the author's experiences as an aviation pioneer. In 1926, de Saint-Exupéry began flying...

The Monkey Wrench Gang is a provocative and humorous novel about the power of resistance against the forces of progress. In a world where the natural landscape is being ravaged by the relentless...

Penguin Readers Level 6: One of Us Is Lying is a graded reader for learners of English as a foreign language. The text has been carefully adapted to support language learning, with new illustrations...

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian is a hilarious and poignant debut novel by Marina Lewycka. When her father falls for a glamorous Ukrainian divorcée, two years after his wife's death, the...

The Road Through the Wall is a darkly humorous novel that exposes the underside of suburban life in America. Shirley Jackson's first novel reveals the treachery beneath seemingly cheerful faces and...

The Private Life of the Brain by Susan Greenfield The brain's inner workings are a complex and mysterious realm, particularly when it comes to our emotional experiences. According to neuroscientist...

The Penguin Book of Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt by Joyce Tyldesley Discover the fascinating world of Ancient Egypt through its most enduring stories. This engaging anthology brings to life the...

The Hand of Ethelberta is a comic story of a woman in control of her destiny. Ethelberta reinvents herself to launch a brilliant career as a society poet in London, exploiting the attentions of four...

Socrates' Defence is a philosophical work that presents the final plea of a prominent figure from ancient Greece. This book offers a unique insight into the thoughts and ideas of a historical figure,...

The Nightingales are Drunk by ḤāfiẓA collection of poems that have enchanted readers for over 600 years, Hafez's work is a testament to the power of literature to transcend time and culture...

George Orwell's Keep the Aspidistra Flying is a poignant exploration of the human struggle against materialism. The story follows Gordon Comstock, a young man who rejects the conventions of...

A Simple Heart is a poignant and humorous tale of a servant girl's unexamined life. With Flaubert's masterful storytelling, we are introduced to a young girl who teaches a young man to speak, and the...

Audre Lorde's powerful writings are a testament to the strength and solidarity of women. With unflinching precision and a poet's voice, she addresses the dangers of silence and the importance of...

I Have More Souls Than One is a collection of poems by Fernando Pessoa, one of Portugal's greatest poets. The book explores a mind shaken by intense suffering and a tireless search for meaning,...

Sabina leads a double life, driven by her desire for brief encounters with near-strangers. Her restless longing for sexual fulfilment has become unbearable, and she weaves a sensual web of deceit...

Lady Sings the Blues is a deeply personal and unflinching account of Billie Holiday's life. Born in 1915, her story begins with a first encounter with the law at just 13 years old. Yet, despite the...

Sister Carrie, first published in 1900, is a groundbreaking work of fiction that transformed the conventional "fallen woman" story into a powerful exploration of American culture. Theodore Dreiser's...

Italo Calvino's Why Read the Classics? is an elegant defence of great literature. In this absorbing collection, he explores the attributes that define a classic and shares his passionate criticism...

The Yage Letters Redux by William S. Burroughs and Allen Ginsberg In this unique blend of travel writing, satire, psychedelia, and epistolary novel, William S. Burroughs recounts his experiments with...

Mexico City Blues is Jack Kerouac's most significant and emblematic poem, consisting of 242 loosely linked 'choruses' that explore life, death, spirituality, jazz improvisation, memory, fantasies and...

Autobiographical writings from Friedrich Nietzsche's Ecce Homo offer a glimpse into his thoughts on self-awareness and intellectual pursuits.Nietzsche's introspective work is a collection of...

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...

The history and nature of Western attitudes towards the East is a complex and deeply ingrained phenomenon. In this highly acclaimed work, Edward Said explores the concept of Orientalism, a powerful...

Bombs Away: The Story of a Bomber TeamA non-fiction account of John Steinbeck's experiences with U.S. Army Air Force bomber crews during World War II, this book offers a unique insight into the early...

In Arthur Miller's The Crucible, a small community in 17th-century Massachusetts is torn apart by accusations of witchcraft. The play is a powerful exploration of the dangers of groupthink and mass...

A harrowing glimpse into the daily struggle for survival in a Soviet gulag, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn's One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich is a powerful portrayal of the human spirit in the face of...

Down and Out in Paris and London is a poignant account of George Orwell's time living among the desperately poor and destitute. Written in his twenties, this memoir documents his 'first contact with...

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie is a sublimely funny novel about a charismatic schoolmistress who has a profound impact on her students. Her glamorous and unconventional approach to education leads to...

The world of fairy tales has been a staple of childhood for centuries, but what do they really mean and how do they impact our lives? In this thought-provoking exploration, Dr Bruno Bettelheim...

Vladimir Nabokov's memoir is a rich tapestry of memories, woven from the threads of his childhood, family, and early love. The author's recollections of his comfortable upbringing, liberal-minded...

Naked Lunch, the restored text, is a nightmarish and fiercely funny novel that follows Bill Lee through Interzone, a surreal wasteland of drugs, depravity, and endless addiction. This taboo-breaking...

The Old Curiosity Shop is a heart-wrenching tale of a young girl's struggle in a world filled with darkness and despair. Little Nell, a beautiful and innocent child, is forced into a life of hardship...

Where's Mr Penguin? Buggy Book: With Felt Flaps and a Mirror!This interactive baby book features a mirror and felt flaps, making it a great way to encourage little ones to explore and learn.With its...

Don Juan, the notorious libertine, has vanished. The truth behind his disappearance is shrouded in mystery, and one woman's quest for answers will stop at nothing. Set in 18th-century Spain, this...

William S. Burroughs' Junky is a raw and unflinching account of addiction, written with a sparse and unapologetic tone. This novel, edited with an introduction by Oliver Harris, offers a field report...

Discipline and Punish: The Birth of the Prison by Michel FoucaultThis influential work explores the development of modern penal systems and the ways in which power and control are exercised in our...

Managing Your Migraine is a practical guide to understanding and treating this debilitating condition. Despite being one of the most common and debilitating conditions in the world, migraine is still...

Travels with Charley In Search of America is a thought-provoking account of John Steinbeck's 1960 journey across the United States. With his dog Charley by his side, Steinbeck set out to rediscover...

Baby Penguin: Finger Puppet Book Follow the adventures of Baby Penguin as she experiences her world, from playtime to bedtime. This charming book features a permanently attached plush finger puppet,...

Truman Capote's unfinished novel is a scathing exposé of the wealthy elite, revealing a world of beautiful, spiteful women, and the dark secrets that lie beneath their glamorous facades. At its...

The Soft Machine: A Surreal Space-Age Odyssey This groundbreaking novel marks the beginning of William S. Burroughs' influential Cut-Up Trilogy, which also includes Nova Express and The Ticket That...

Evelyn Waugh's travelogue, "Labels: A Mediterranean Journal", offers a unique perspective on the author's experiences abroad. Waugh's quintessentially English attitude and witty observations cut...

The Medium is the Massage by Marshall McLuhan and Quentin Fiore is a groundbreaking study of human communication in the twentieth century. This book, first published in 1960, explores how the growth...

Geoffrey Chaucer's stories are brought to life in this modern English retelling, accompanied by illustrations and an introduction that sets the historical context for his works.A group of travellers...

A test of wits between ace detective Akechi Kogoro and the seemingly superhuman villain known as Gold Mask, this novel is a witty and enjoyable read from Edogawa Rampo. The anonymous fiend, behind...

Southern Mail and Night Flight is a poignant and powerful account of the early days of aviation, as seen through the eyes of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry.Based on the author's own experiences flying for...

Democracy in America and Two Essays on America by Alexis de Tocqueville In 1831, Alexis de Tocqueville embarked on a nine-month journey across America, covering over 7,000 miles, to study the life...

The Drowning Pool by Ross Macdonald A poison pen letter sets off a chain of events when a wealthy woman, Maude Slocum, visits Investigator Lew Archer's office. Archer agrees to help her find the...

An Answer to the Question: 'What Is Enlightenment?' by Immanuel KantThis collection of writings explores human progress, civilization, morality and the nature of reality. Kant examines why we need...