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This comprehensive guide to reading comprehension is a masterful exploration of how to extract meaning from a book. Originally published in 1940, it remains a valuable resource for readers seeking to...

How to Read a Book is a comprehensive guide to reading comprehension, offering a systematic approach to improving reading skills. With its unique blend of instruction and practical advice, this book...

Charles Bronson: The Actor Who Embodied a New Era of Cinema The 1960s saw a shift in popular culture, with a more frank and severe view of societal reality emerging. In response, motion picture...

A photograph taken by MI 5 agents reveals a shocking truth: Francis Blake, a trusted figure, is suspected of being a mole in the Intelligence Service. As investigations unfold, it becomes clear that...

The Curse of the 30 Pieces of Silver Part 1 by Jean Van Hamme. In a dramatic escape from federal prison, Olrik breaks free using a helicopter. Meanwhile, Blake's holiday is cut short due to news, and...

Charles Dowding's Vegetable Garden Diary No Dig, Healthy Soil, Fewer Weeds, 3rd Edition This full-color gardener's journal provides a year-round guide to growing great crops, with 75% advice on how...

Mortimer will not be quiet and go to sleep. Not for his mother, or his father, or his seventeen sisters and brothers, not even for the police. A newly designed picture book introduces this...

The Yellow 'M' by Edgar Pierre Jacobs A mysterious figure known as the Yellow Mark is wreaking havoc across London, leaving the police baffled. With each daring heist, the thief seems to taunt...

Mortimer is a miniature version of Robert Munsch's beloved story about a boy who refuses to go to bed. With his loud and persistent protests, Mortimer will not be quiet, even for his mother, father,...

The Secret of the Swordfish Part 3: SX1 Strikes Back by Edgar Pierre Jacobs is a gripping tale of resistance and freedom. Construction has begun on extraordinary machines, but Imperial forces are hot...

A heartwarming Christmas tale for all to enjoy. Mortimer Mouse sets out in search of a new home, and his eyes land on a nativity scene that seems just right for him. However, as he settles into the...

Solomon Crocodile is back for another adventure. He's not alone this time! A new friend has joined him, and together they're looking for some fun. However, their attempts at tree-climbing,...

Extreme weather has taken hold of continental Europe, causing chaos and disruption to daily life. Professor Mortimer is called upon by the French government to help solve an enigma, and he travels to...

Branch Lines Around Cleobury Mortimer by Vic Mitchell and Keith Smith is a nostalgic exploration of the railway lines that crisscrossed rural England. First published in 2007, this book delves into...

Deep under Sao Miguel island, a mysterious radioactive metal has been discovered, sparking a thrilling mystery. Could it be the legendary orichalcum of the lost city of Atlantis?Professor Mortimer's...

Alfred Adler's speeches offer insights into his Individual Psychology and its differences from Sigmund Freud's Psychoanalysis. This collection covers various topics, including marriage and family,...

The Secret of the Swordfish Part 1 by Edgar P. Jacobs In a world on the brink of destruction, two men have managed to escape the devastating attack that has ravaged the planet. Professor Mortimer and...

The Mystery of the Great Pyramid, Part 2After his friend's assassination, Mortimer sets out to track down Olrik, but information is scarce. He seeks help from Sheik Abdel Razek, an old man with...

Arabel and her mischievous pet raven Mortimer are back in this delightful collection of seven hilarious escapades. When Arabel's father brings home a mysterious black bird, life becomes never the...

Adler brings together a team of remarkable women from science, history and literature to take down the greatest criminal mastermind of all time. In this gripping graphic novel, Lavie Tidhar weaves a...

A treasured edition of the A Puffin Book series, Arabel and Mortimer Stories brings the best-loved tales to a new generation. When a large black bird with a distinctive fringe is spotted on the road,...

The Strange Encounter by Jean Van Hamme In this gripping tale, two gentlemen-spies embark on a perilous mission to uncover the truth behind a mysterious 177-year-old body. The discovery sets off a...

Death in the present re-awakens a dark time in Blake's past. In 1919, Colonel Lawrence has an unpleasant meeting with an MI5 agent who confiscates his manuscript of The Seven Pillars of Wisdom...

The Mystery of the Great Pyramid: The Papyrus of Manethon Professor Philip Mortimer has decided to spend his holidays in Cairo, where he plans to meet his old friend, Professor Ahmed Rassim Bey. Bey...

Curse of the 30 Pieces of Silver - Part 2 follows Mortimer as he faces a desperate situation at sea. Fortunately, his companion Blake is always there to help him out.With the support of old friends...

Captain Blake and Professor Mortimer's latest mission is fraught with danger as they attempt to reach a secret base with crucial blueprints. However, their pursuers from the Yellow Empire are...

Raphael's daily life is filled with his love for Jerome. He shares jokes and snacks, plans adventures, and talks about his friend constantly. His parents may find it exhausting, but Raphael remains...

The Sarcophagi of the Sixth Continent - Part 2 sees Blake, Mortimer and Nasir embark on a perilous journey to Antarctica in search of Olrik and his allies. However, they soon discover that their...

Sir Roger Mortimer: A Life of Passion and Power In 1323, Sir Roger Mortimer, a rebel baron, escaped from the Tower of London and fled to France. There, he was reunited with Isabella, the Queen of...

When air traffic controllers detect an unknown flying object in Tokyo, two aircraft are sent to intercept and identify it. However, their last message before they crash into each other is 'ryu' -...

The Septimus Wave by Jean Dufaux It's been several months since the events of The Yellow M, but the evil of Professor Septimus still lingers in London. The city's jet set is drawn to his questionable...

The Time Traveller's Guide to Regency Britain by Ian Mortimer Experience the vibrant era of Jane Austen, Romantic poets, and military triumphs at Trafalgar and Waterloo. This is the age of...

Jerome is a collection of writings by a major intellectual force in the early Church. This book presents a representative selection of his work, offering a balanced portrait of a complex and...

The Last Swordfish In the aftermath of the Third World War, England is dismantling its base in the Makran, where the final counter-attack was launched. However, sinister schemes are brewing in the...

Blake and Mortimer are back in action. Several months after their Antarctic adventure, the professor is ordered to rest, but he's not one for downtime. He sets his sights on Africa, searching for a...

A Soviet rocket carrying deadly bacteria falls back to Earth. Professor Voronov uses this threat to create a terrifying weapon that could devastate the Western world. However, his plan is soon...

Gary Thorn's life is about to change in unexpected ways. It starts with a chance encounter at a pub, where he meets a beautiful woman who leaves before he catches her name. All he has to remember her...

The Valley of the Immortals Part 2: The Thousandth Arm of the MekongMortimer is reunited with a seriously injured Nasir in the camp of General Li Hsi, where he was kidnapped to recover the...

Understanding Life: An Introduction to the Psychology of Alfred Adler This accessible guide provides a clear overview of Alfred Adler's key theories, including the role of inferiority and superiority...

Paul Van Doren's memoir offers a candid and compelling look at his life and the iconic brand he built. From humble beginnings as a 16-year-old service boy to becoming a sneaker-industry legend, Van...

Professor Sato's Three Formulae Part 2 sees Captain Blake face off against Robo-Mortimer in a thrilling adventure. Professor Sató, a pioneer in cybernetics, has been kidnapped by Olrik and his...

Captain Blake is tasked with closing the 'Septimus Wave' case once and for all. However, many questions remain unanswered - where did the spaceship buried beneath London come from? What became of...

A collection of rare horror stories by Jerome K. Jerome and his friends has been rediscovered in this new edition. Jerome's reputation as a humorist is well-known, but his contributions to the ghost...

Stella Adler's lectures on Ibsen, Strindberg, and Chekhov offer profound insights into the works of three masters of modern drama. Delivered over forty years, these classic lectures bring to life the...

The Sarcophagi of the Sixth Continent - Part 1When strange phenomena begin disrupting preparations for the British pavilion at the Brussels Universal Exposition, Professor Mortimer and his friend...

Florence Adler Swims Forever by Rachel Beanland is a heart-wrenching tale of love, loss and deception set against the vibrant backdrop of Atlantic City in 1934. When tragedy strikes during one of...

Stella Adler's insights into America's most revered playwrights bring to life the giants of twentieth-century theater. Brilliantly edited by Barry Paris, this companion to her book on European...

The Mortimer family's legacy in the Welsh Marches is revealed in this richly illustrated history. Philip Hume explores the medieval dynasty's impact on the region, focusing on their influence on the...

Cleobury Mortimer: A Small Market Town Blighted by Political Corruption In this account, a local shopkeeper recounts the transformation of their community over a decade. What was once a prosperous...

Quint Adler thought he'd left his troubles at sea behind. But when a series of gruesome murders rocks the Bay Area, Quint finds himself drawn into the case. A letter from the killer sets off a chain...

Two Ruddy Ducks and a Partridge on a Par Three is a hilarious collection of letters from Mortimer Merriweather, a golfer who has had his fair share of frustration on the course. Over 60 years of...

When a socialist clergyman leaves his fortune to a ruthless Tory MP, the consequences are far-reaching. Two brothers react in different ways: one seeks to challenge the will, while the other quietly...

A series of dark crimes from the past come to light when police investigator Susan Adler is called to a roadside murder. As she delves deeper into the case, she discovers disturbing evidence that...

The Art of Acting by Stella AdlerA comprehensive guide to acting, distilled from the teachings of one of America's greatest acting teachers. This book distills 22 lessons into a single volume,...

Charles Dowding's Veg Journal Expert offers a year's worth of vegetable growing advice, using the author's successful Charles Dowding Vegetable Course. The book provides a monthly journal, with...

Charles Bukowski's New Poems is a collection of raw, unflinching verse that captures the poet's struggles with life, love, and the search for meaning. Sifting through the chaos of modern existence,...

Tilman Riemenschneider's Jerome and the Lion is a masterpiece of early Renaissance sculpture, now held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art. Dated to around 1495, this alabaster work...

John Mortimer: Plays One A Voyage Round My Father; Collaborators; The Dock Brief; Lunch Hour; What Shall We Tell Caroline? This collection of plays showcases John Mortimer's unique voice and...

The Marduk expedition has returned to Norlandia with a precious sample of Uradium. Professor Nazca can now test his revolutionary U Ray's potency when combined with the miracle ore. However, this...

Charles Addams's cartoons offer a unique perspective on love, one that is often darkly humorous and unconventional. This collection brings together a range of previously unpublished gems and Addams...

Four of Charles Dickens's most enduring and popular works are collected in this elegant leather-bound edition. The Canterbury Classics edition brings together The Adventures of Oliver Twist, A...

The Whistle of Revenge by KD Sherrinford is a gripping tale of revenge and deception. When Jack Stapleton, a deadly antagonist, adopts an enigmatic persona to wreak havoc on the Italian horse racing...

The U Ray is a gripping tale of espionage and scientific discovery. When the High Council of Norlandia tasks Professor Marduk with militarising a major scientific breakthrough, the stakes are high...

Charlotte Gray's biography explores the lives of two remarkable women, Sara Delano and Jennie Jerome, whose sons would go on to shape 20th-century history. Born into privileged families in America...

Jerome Caminada was a legendary policeman and detective who made headlines in 19th century Manchester. His remarkable career involved tracking notorious criminals through the city's underworld,...

Charles Simic's prose poems offer a unique blend of wit, insight, and emotional depth. With a keen eye for the absurdities of life, Simic explores themes of love, memory, and the human condition...

Charles Lamb's War in a Stringbag is a gripping account of his experiences as a pilot in the Fleet Air Arm during World War II. The story follows Lamb's journey from his early days as a Lieutenant on...

The Affair of the Necklace by Edgar P. Jacobs is a gripping tale of espionage and theft set against the backdrop of 18th-century France. A priceless necklace, once owned by Marie Antoinette, is...

A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a novella about a bitter old miser who undergoes a transformation after being visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve. The story, first published in 1843,...

Vagos, Mongols, and Outlaws: My Infiltration of America's Deadliest Biker GangsThis gripping true crime account tells the story of Charles Falco's undercover infiltration of three of America's most...

You Get So Alone at Times by Charles Bukowski This collection of poetry offers a glimpse into the life of a poet known for his raw, unflinching style. In You Get So Alone at Times, Bukowski turns his...

Eight Hours in Berlin is a gripping tale of espionage and mystery set against the backdrop of Cold War tensions.In 1963, two seemingly unrelated events bring the world of international intrigue to...

They Came Before Columbus: The African Presence in Ancient America by Ivan Van Sertima A landmark study that challenges the conventional narrative of history, Ivan Van Sertima presents a compelling...

Burning in Water, Drowning in Flame is a collection of poetry that offers a raw and unflinching look at life's darker corners. With its honest portrayal of the human experience, this book is a...

A comprehensive guide to Charles Dickens studies, Palgrave Advances in Charles Dickens Studies brings together leading authorities and international critics to explore all aspects of his writing...

Charles Bukowski's Factotum is a vivid portrayal of urban life and the struggles of its inhabitants. This novel follows the life of Henry Chinaski, a man who navigates the country, taking on various...

Charles Bukowski Poetry: A Raw and Powerful Voice Edited by Abel Debritto, this collection of poems showcases the work of a writer whose transgressive legacy has left a lasting impact on modern...

Charles I by Jacob Abbott is a historical biography of King Charles the First, born in Scotland. This account explores the life and reign of a monarch who ruled England, Scotland, and Ireland from...

World War Three may be over, but its aftermath is far from certain. In China, General Xi-Lee's ambitions threaten to upset the fragile balance of power.A relic from ancient Qin Shi Huang has been...

Revenge at Sea (A Suspenseful, Twisting Thriller) by Brian O'Sullivan On his 40th birthday, Quint Adler is stuck in hospital bed, but he overhears an opportunity that could change his life. Sensing a...

Charles Fort's groundbreaking work presents a vast collection of unusual occurrences reported and documented from around the world. The book covers a wide range of phenomena, including the occult,...

Prince Charles: A Life of Contrasts This biography offers a fresh and authoritative look at Prince Charles, the oldest heir to the throne in over three hundred years. Based on four years of research...

This book offers a beacon of hope in the face of our current world crises, demonstrating how embracing our interconnectedness is key to world transformation. By fully embracing and practicing the...

Charles & Ray: Designers at Play A Story of Charles and Ray Eames By James Yang, Penguin, 2024. The story of Charles and Ray Eames is one of collaboration and creativity. As an architect and a...

Discover how the British monarchy has evolved over centuries through the official public record. Historian Russell Malloch presents a chronological account of succession to the throne, from Charles...

No dig organic gardening is a time-saving approach that requires an annual dressing of compost to improve soil structure and fertility. This manual, written by experts Charles Dowding and Stephanie...

Charles I was a pivotal figure in English history, whose reign was marked by significant events that shaped the nation's future. This biography explores his complex character and the circumstances...

Charles T. Munger's wisdom and wit are distilled into this comprehensive collection of talks, offering insights into investment strategy, philanthropy, and living a rational and ethical life...

The Ford Y-Block Engines How to Rebuild and Modify is a comprehensive guide to rebuilding and modifying the iconic V8 engine. First introduced in the 1950s, the Y-block engine was designed to provide...

A charming version of the traditional nursery rhyme, Hickory Dickory Dock, brings a touch of sweet humor to this familiar tale. Word balloons add a playful twist to the story.Charles Reasoner's...

A beautifully illustrated edition of a heartwarming story that has become a Christmas tradition. First published in a small pamphlet as a 1943 Christmas card, this tale of a man who ponders suicide...

Charles Courtley was a man with many enemies. His violent outbursts and bullying behavior had driven his family and employees to resentment, and even the local community felt threatened by his...

Sydney's life is a jumble of contradictions. She's a rudderless teenager who hangs out under the bleachers, blasts music in her friend's car, and gets into arguments with her little brother. But...

King Charles III: A Royal Life Revealed Discover the fascinating story behind King Charles III's life and reign. From his childhood to his current role as monarch, this beautifully illustrated book...

Charles & Camilla: Portrait of a Love Affair by Gyles Daubeney Brandreth A unique and revealing portrait of two unusual individuals, Charles, Prince of Wales, and his long-time partner Camilla Shand,...

Charles Dowding's Skills for Growing is a comprehensive guide to successful vegetable growing, based on the author's decades of experience. The book shares practical and cost-effective methods for...

Charles Evans' Pocket Book for Watercolour Artists is a compact guide to improving your watercolour painting skills. With 100 expert tips, it covers essential topics such as creating depth,...

First published as a 24-week correspondence course in 1912, and then as a book in 1916, "The Master Key System" is a foundational work of self-empowerment. Charles F. Haanel's book describes how to...

Charles Portis: Collected Works Discover the complete fiction and collected nonfiction of Charles Portis, the masterful storyteller behind the beloved novel True Grit. This definitive collection...

Charles and the Welsh Revolt: The Explosive Start to King Charles III's Royal Career by Arwel Vittle In 1969, Prince Charles's investiture as Prince of Wales sparked widespread protests in Wales...