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Art in the After-Culture Capitalist Crisis and Cultural Strategy by Ben Davis explores our current cultural landscape, where art is increasingly intertwined with the world around us. As catastrophic...

The Beatles: A 40th Anniversary Edition Spent eighteen months with the Beatles at their peak in 1967 and 1968, Hunter Davies collected an intimate wealth of material that has made this book the...

Death of a Salesman is a powerful play that explores the destructive nature of false values in society. Written by Arthur Miller in 1949, it tells the tragic story of Willy Loman, a man whose life is...

Lucasta Miller's Keats: A Brief Life in Nine Poems and One Epitaph offers a compelling portrait of the poet, uncovering the stories behind nine of his most famous poems. By examining the backstories...

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, this novel tells the story of a love triangle that spans centuries. Stefan and Damon Salvatore, two brothers, find themselves entangled in a...

Create a Profitable First-Class Legal Practice That Allows Time-Freedom and Career Flexibility Katherine Beckett's guide helps you build a robust notarial practice that is uniquely tailored to your...

Raymond Davis's story is one of the most sensational and misunderstood events of the War on Terror. In his memoir, The Contractor, Davis offers a firsthand account of the events that led to his...

Games and Rituals by Katherine Heiny Katherine Heiny's latest collection of stories is a joyous exploration of love, friendship, and the complexities of human relationships. With wit and kindness,...

Migrants: A Fresh Perspective on Human Migration The story of human migration is one that has been shaped by centuries of debate and controversy. Sam Miller's book offers a unique approach to this...

Storyworthy: Engage, Teach, Persuade, and Change Your Life through the Power of StorytellingMatthew Dicks, a five-time Moth GrandSLAM winner, shares his expertise on how to craft compelling stories...

Praiseworthy, a novel by Alexis Wright, is a powerful exploration of identity, community, and the struggle for independence. In a small Aboriginal town, Cause Man Steel's vision for a national donkey...

Discover the art of modern, spirit-free drinking with Jassy Davis's Alcohol Not Included. This beautifully illustrated book presents 60 stylish drink recipes that are perfect for anyone looking to...

Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death and Hope in a Mumbai Slum by Katherine Boo In the shadow of Mumbai Airport, a community of garbage recyclers, construction workers and economic migrants...

Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on our bodies, and renowned psychoanalyst Alice Miller examines this phenomenon in her work.In this thought-provoking book, Miller explores how childhood...

Lindsey Davis presents four novella-length stories that illuminate her remarkable output of detective novels set in Ancient Rome. These four tales showcase Davis's unparalleled skill in weaving fact...

A gripping and inspiring memoir from global superstar Jada Pinkett Smith, Worthy is a courageous love song to self, to family, to life, and to the world. In this intimate conversation with readers,...

A Pennyworth of Sunshine by Anna Jacobs In Anna Jacobs' latest novel, life in 19th century Lancashire and Australia takes a dramatic turn for Keara Michaels, a young woman forced to leave her family...

Christopher's Diary: Secrets of Foxworth by V.C. Andrews A long-held secret is revealed in this gripping novel, which explores the tragic fate of the Dollanganger family. Christopher Dollanganger's...

What's Eating the Universe? And Other Cosmic QuestionsBrilliant physicist Paul Davies explores the universe's greatest enigmas, from the super-void in the constellation of Eridanus to the mysteries...

Nurses! Test Yourself In Pathophysiology by Katherine Rogers and William Scott is a self-assessment book designed to help students test their understanding of pathophysiology and identify knowledge...

Wartime at Woolworths: the Woolworths Girls Book 3 by Elaine Everest As the war rages on, the bonds of friendship and family are put to the ultimate test. For Maisie, her life with her young family...

The Invention of Evening Perception and Time in Romantic Poetry by Christopher R. Miller Romantic poets were fascinated by one time above all others: evening, the threshold between day and night...

Outdoor First Aid by Katherine Wills is a comprehensive guide to treating injuries and illnesses in outdoor environments. With clear explanations and practical advice, this book provides readers with...

The Price by Arthur Miller is a poignant drama about two brothers who reunite in a moment of reckoning. In this powerful play, Victor and Walter confront the past and its consequences, as they sort...

Discover the world's greatest heroic fantasy artist, Frank Frazetta, in this landmark art collection. Frazetta's paintings have helped define iconic characters like Conan, Tarzan, and John Carter of...

The Magical Calendar: A Synthesis of Magical Symbolism from the Seventeenth Century Renaissance of Medieval Occultism by Adam McLean is a beautifully illustrated volume designed for the student and...

Sarah Caselton's first day at Woolworths marks the beginning of a heartwarming tale of friendship and hope. She meets Maisie and Freda, three young women with different personalities, yet forming a...

Jim Davis celebrates three decades of laughter and lasagna with this lavishly illustrated tribute to his beloved comic strip character.Packed with over 400 strips, including 30 of Jim Davis's...

Dying of Politeness is a candid and surprising memoir from two-time Academy Award winner Geena Davis. From her epically polite childhood to her iconic roles in Hollywood, Davis shares a journey of...

Spencer Brooke has always known that one day she would inherit and run her family's luxury department store. But when her grandfather's death leaves a void in her life, she must navigate the...

This facsimile reprint of Sir Joseph Whitworth is a rare opportunity to own a high-quality reproduction of a historically significant work. Due to its age, the book may exhibit imperfections such as...

Virgil's epic poem tells the story of Rome's legendary origins, tracing the ashes of Troy to the destiny of world dominion. The poem balances an optimistic vision of Rome's greatness with a tragic...

Ivanhoe, a novel of medieval England, is set against the backdrop of the reign of Richard I, also known as Coeur de Lion. The story is packed with memorable incidents, including sieges, ambushes, and...

James Augustus Dopeyworth's dream of becoming a detective is about to become a reality. With a magnifying glass in hand and a sweet treat in the other, he's always on the lookout for the next big...

Dracula, a masterpiece of supernatural narrative, tells the chilling tale of vampirism. Bram Stoker's iconic novel describes a demonic subject in vivid detail, portraying a creature exhausted from...

On a single day, the lives of two individuals become inextricably linked. Clarissa Dalloway, a society hostess, is preparing for a party, while Septimus Warren Smith struggles with the darkness of...

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...

The Tempest is a deeply lyrical and profound play that explores the complexities of power, forgiveness, and identity. Edited and introduced by Cedric Watts, this revised edition of Shakespeare's late...

The Woolworths Saturday Girls by Elaine Everest The sixth instalment in Elaine Everest's popular series, this book follows the lives of the Woolworth girls as they navigate the challenges of growing...

Alice's life has been a haunted existence since the night she spent in an abandoned house with her friends. The memories of that night continue to torment her, and she's been struggling to cope with...

Set against the backdrop of the Great War, Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse is a poignant exploration of the human experience. This beautifully crafted novel is deeply personal, drawing on the...

As the war draws to a close, the lives of the women at Woolworths are about to change forever. Betty's pregnancy brings new responsibilities, while Freda's romance with a Scottish engineer raises...

Plays One is a collection of four full-length plays and two previously unpublished short pieces from Jez Butterworth, the acclaimed author of Jerusalem.This first volume of his Collected Plays...

Rory Miller's latest work offers a unique perspective on teaching methodology in high-risk situations. By exploring what works and what doesn't in self-defense instruction, Miller provides practical...

Othello is a powerful tragedy of love, deception, jealousy, and destruction. Edited, introduced, and annotated by Cedric Watts, this edition presents a newly-edited sequence of William Shakespeare's...

Shakespeare's Macbeth is a tragic drama of unsurpassed power, exploring the devastating consequences of ambition and the supernatural forces that drive human action. The story follows a brave...

The Woodlanders by Thomas Hardy In this poignant novel, Thomas Hardy explores the complexities of rural life in Victorian England. The story revolves around the struggles of Grace Melbury, a young...

Charlotte Brontë's novel explores the complex lives of two women, Shirley and Caroline, as they navigate the societal expectations placed upon them. Set against the backdrop of a period of great...

The King's Curse by Philippa Gregory is a gripping novel that delves into the tumultuous life of Margaret Pole, a rival claimant to the Tudor throne. Buried in marriage to a loyal supporter, she...

Jane Austen's Emma is a witty and insightful exploration of the human experience. The novel follows the life of Emma Woodhouse, a young woman with a keen imagination and a desire to play matchmaker...

Hamlet is a gripping and enigmatic tragedy that has captivated audiences for centuries. First performed around 1600, this play is a rich and complex drama of revenge, featuring a deeply introspective...

Jane Austen's Persuasion is a poignant novel about a woman's second chance at love and redemption. Eight years after a foolish engagement, Anne Elliot finds herself at a crossroads, her life as a...

Middlemarch is a complex tale of idealism, disillusion, profligacy, loyalty and frustrated love, set against the backdrop of social unrest in an English provincial town. Through the lives of its...

Homer's epic poem, translated by George Chapman, is a timeless account of the adventures of a Greek warrior as he strives to return home after the Trojan War. The poem's enduring power lies in its...

The Moonstone is a gripping mystery novel about a priceless Indian diamond that is stolen on its owner's eighteenth birthday. The theft sets off a chain of suspicion and investigation, as the true...

The Waves by Virginia Woolf A novel that weaves together the lives of six children growing up in harmony with nature. In this timeless exploration of individual and collective identity, Virginia...

Dubliners is a collection of stories that explore the lives of ordinary people in Dublin, revealing their struggles, desires, and flaws. The characters in these stories are complex and multifaceted,...

The Age of Innocence by Edith WhartonA novel of subtle satire and dark comedy, set against the backdrop of upper-class New York society in the 1870s. The story revolves around the complex...

The Iliad by Homer Translated by George Chapman, this epic poem tells the story of Achilles, a great warrior, and his wrath before the walls of besieged Troy. Chapman's translation, considered his...

Villette is a powerful and moving tale of a woman's struggle against the constraints of her circumstances. Based on Charlotte Brontë's own experiences as a teacher in Brussels, this novel explores...

The Rainbow by David Herbert Lawrence Published in 1915, this novel caused a stir with its frank representation of sexuality, leading to its banning by the police. Today, it is recognised as a...

Devils by Fyodor Dostoevsky is a thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human nature. In 1869, a young Russian was brutally murdered, and Dostoevsky uses this real-life tragedy...

Kim, a vivid and memorable novel by Rudyard Kipling, is set against the backdrop of India in the late nineteenth century. A resourceful young protagonist befriends an ageing priest, and together they...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a novella that explores the transformative power of kindness and generosity. Written during a time of social change in England, the story follows Ebenezer...

Pride and Prejudice, written by Jane Austen at just 21 years old, is a remarkable novel that showcases her sharp observations of society. Originally titled First Impressions, it was revised and...

Stephen King's novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption tells a powerful tale of crushing despair and liberating hope. In the corrupt and hard-edged Shawshank State Penitentiary, an unjustly...

Anna Karenina is a rich and complex novel that explores the very nature of society, delving into the contradictions of existence, human relationships, and the inevitability of fate. Considered...

The world's most famous drama of tragic young love, Romeo and Juliet, is a rich and complex exploration of human emotion. Edited, introduced and annotated by Cedric Watts, this edition offers a...

First published in 1877, Black Beauty is a story of a horse's life, told in the form of an autobiography. The gentle thoroughbred recounts its experiences, from being treated well to facing testing...

Jude the Obscure is a haunting and desperate account of the insurmountable frustrations of human existence. Thomas Hardy's novel tells the story of Jude Fawley, a rural stone mason with intellectual...

Don Quixote, translated by P. A. Motteux, is a story of a deranged gentleman who turns knight-errant, tilts at windmills and battles with sheep in the service of his lady of dreams. This precursor of...

Ethan Frome is a deeply moving novella that explores the complexities of human relationships in a harsh and beautiful landscape. Written by Edith Wharton, this 1911 work of fiction is a powerful...

A Study in Scarlet and the Sign of the Four is a foundational collection of Sherlock Holmes novels, bringing together the iconic detective with his faithful chronicler, Dr Watson. This pairing...

The Mill on the Floss is a masterpiece of ambiguity, exploring the complexities of moral choice in the Victorian age. Based on George Eliot's own experiences of provincial life, this novel delves...

King Lear is a powerful tragedy that explores the complexities of love, hate, loyalty, and treachery. Edited and introduced by Cedric Watts, this revised edition of Shakespeare's play provides a...

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...

Dombey and Son is a powerful exploration of family, love, and the complexities of human relationships. The story revolves around Mr Dombey, a man consumed by his business, and his two children, a son...

Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ is an exhilarating novel that has captured the hearts of readers for generations. This gripping tale of betrayal, revenge and salvation explores themes that continue to...

Moonfleet is a thrilling tale of eighteenth-century smuggling in Dorset. When orphan John Trenchard is sent to live at the local inn, he uncovers secrets about the mysterious Elzevir Block and his...

Wuthering Heights is a wild and passionate tale of love and revenge. The story revolves around the intense and often destructive relationship between Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff, a young man...

The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald is a masterpiece of American literature, crafted with lyrical beauty and brutal realism. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s America, this novel tells...

The Karamazov Brothers by Fyodor Dostoyevsky A family torn apart by violence and guilt, The Karamazov Brothers is a complex and thought-provoking novel that explores the darker aspects of human...

Twelfth Night is a comedy of mistaken identities and unrequited love, with a dash of farce and wit. The main plot revolves around the complex relationships between two women, Olivia and Viola, who...

Jonathan Swift's Travels is a satirical narrative that reports on extraordinary lands and societies, whose names have entered the English language. First published in 1726, it is a parody...

Charles Dickens' fascination with the supernatural is evident in these twenty ghost stories, which showcase his mastery of the macabre. From the chilling to the comically grotesque, Dickens' tales of...

Vanity Fair is a satirical novel that explores the lives of two women, Becky Sharp and Amelia Sedley, set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. Becky, an orphan with vast ambitions, navigates...

Sons and Lovers is a semi-autobiographical novel that explores the emotional conflicts of its protagonist, Paul Morel, and his relationships with a demanding mother and two very different lovers...

Frankenstein is a classic gothic horror novel that has captivated readers for two centuries. Written by Mary Shelley, it is a story of science, mystery, and thriller that explores the darker aspects...

Charles Dickens' Martin Chuzzlewit is a comic masterpiece that explores the complexities of family relationships and the consequences of one's actions. The story follows young Martin Chuzzlewit, who...

Tom Jones A Foundling is a foundational English novel that has stood the test of time for its enduring blend of comedy and satire. The story follows the life of Tom Jones, a generous but slightly...

Shakespeare's Richard III is a masterful exploration of the human condition, focusing on the complexities of power and ambition. This gripping drama features a large cast, but the titular character...

Laurence Sterne's The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman is a novel that defies easy categorisation. Part comic novel, part anti-novel, it is a work of great eccentricity and humour, yet...

Austen's witty humour lays bare the complexities of two sisters' struggle for respectability in 19th-century society. Elinor and Marianne, the protagonists of this novel, embody the contrasting...

Bosworth 1485: A Battlefield Rediscovered is a fascinating exploration of one of England's most iconic battles. The site of the 22 August 1485 clash between the armies of Henry Tudor and Richard III,...

Agnes Grey is a deeply personal novel that explores the often isolating and emotionally challenging conditions faced by governesses in 19th-century England. Written from the author's own experiences,...

Barbara Hepworth's own words bring her artistic vision to life in this comprehensive collection of writings and conversations.Spanning almost the entire span of Hepworth's artistic career, the book...

Discover the life and career of Chris Hemsworth, the actor who has captivated audiences as a Hollywood star.With compelling images and fun facts, this book provides an engaging overview of...

The Lost Diaries of Nigel Molesworth offers a unique glimpse into the life and mind of a beloved character. Written by Geoffrey Willans and illustrated by Ronald Searle, these diaries were first...

Northanger Abbey is a witty and insightful novel that follows the journey of a young girl as she leaves her rural home to enter the bustling world of Bath in the late 1790s. With a keen eye for...

Tess of the D'Urbeville is a powerful novel of hypocrisy and social constraint, set in the rural Victorian world of Hardy's Wessex. First published in 1891, it tells the story of Tess Durbeyfield, a...