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Umbrellas and Their History
￥19.52
Can it be possibly believed, by the present eminently practical generation, that a busy people like the English, whose diversified occupations so continually expose them to the chances and changes of a proverbially fickle sky, had ever been ignorant of the blessings bestowed on them by that dearest and truest friend in need and in deed, the UMBRELLA?
Sherlock Holmes and the Mystery Writer
￥58.76
Gravesend 1920. A famous mystery writer, while searching through the remains of a damaged church looking for story ideas, happens upon a document that was never meant to be found or read. Any knowledge of its contents could change the terms of the treaty that ended the First World War. There is also a change in the hand that writes and records the cases of Sherlock Holmes.
Uncle Tom's Cabin
￥19.52
The famous anti-slavery novel that went a long way to challenge the status quo of pre-Civil War America. The best selling novel of the 19th century, its legacy today is divided, being both a famous "e;vital antislavery tool"e;, but also helping to establish many black stereotypes. DISCLAIMER: This book was written in 1852 and is thus a product of its time. As such much of the language and stereotypes may be shocking or insulting to a modern audience.
Disappearance of Mr James Phillimore
￥48.95
When popular mystery writer Sebastian McCabe agreed to take part in a literary debate in London, he had no clue that he would wind up as both investigator and suspect in the strangest case of his amateur sleuthing career.Arthur James Phillimore, investment guru to the stars and member of an elite Sherlock Holmes society, steps back into his home to fetch an umbrella one rainy day and is never seen alive again. The mystery is eerily evocative of one of Dr. Watson's most famous untold tales, the disappearance of Mr. James Phillimore. But this Phillimore soon reappears - dead.Jeff Cody and Lynda Teal, also in London on the second leg of their honeymoon, get swept up in the bizarre case as well. From the home gym of a gorgeous movie star (the second Mrs. Phillimore) to the flying office an airline entrepreneur, they help McCabe chase down clues all over London. For the journalist Lynda, it's a big story. For Jeff, it's a big distraction from the joys of married life. Dogging them along the way is the shadow of Sherlock Holmes, the one subject that several of the characters have in common. The great detective is also a figure for whom Lynda - to Jeff's dismay and consternation - evinces a growing fascination. Humor, romance, and mystery once again combine in an engaging McCabe-Cody adventure sure to delight the growing fan base of this series.
Making Of A Man
￥73.48
This extraordinary story unfolds in the dim streets of Victorian London's notorious East End. Poverty, squalor and crime fester and proliferate, blighting the lives of all who are unfortunate enough to dwell there. Yet from within the gloom, a random illumination- a beam of light. The light of human dignity; just sometimes, righteousness, decency and justice win out. In this dramatic play-out of the everlasting human conflict of good versus evil, various giants of their time, immortal beings, come into conflict. They form unlikely alliances, each presenting a differing prism of perception, different viewpoints of what is right and what is wrong; ultimately, what is Good and what is Evil.
Is That My Holmes?
￥53.86
Who's your favourite Sherlock Holmes? Benedict Cumberbatch or Rob Downey Jr.? Jonny Lee Miller or Jeremy Brett? It's so hard to choose, so spare a thought for poor Dr Watson - faced with so many Sherlocks old and new, what will he do? Who's so the wrong height? Who's too black and white? Who's too pale of face? Who's in the wrong place? Who's the right Sherlock in Doc Watson's view? And is Watson's Sherlock the Sherlock for you?
Sherlock Holmes and The Adventure of The Raven's Call
￥19.52
Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Raven's Call follows Holmes into retirement, where shortly after he arrives in Sussex Downs he becomes aware that a reported accidental death may have been murder. Holmes uses his gifts for observation and deduction to discover the identity of the murderer and teams up with a new partner to get the guilty party's confession. A pastiche of the first order, Raven's Call will delight the Holmes enthusiast as it shows the consulting detective may retire, but is never retiring.
Wessex Tales
￥19.52
A collection of stories written by Thomas Hardy set in a fictional southwest England which he named 'Wessex'. A fascinating look at nineteenth century life.
Sherlock Holmes and The Affair of The Contentious Contralto
￥53.86
It is 1910, a widowed Dr Watson moves back to Baker Street to discover that age has done nothing to dim his old friend's thirst for mystery and deduction. One morning after Watson returns from a client to find Holmes in a bright mood - the reason? Holmes and Watson have been invited to the farewell concert of celebrated former Prima Donna of the Warsaw Opera - Irene Adler. The Woman requests their presence! What happens when Holmes meets his one female equal twenty years after their first, curious meeting which Watson described in "e;A Scandal in Bohemia"e;?
Poisoned Penman
￥58.76
London, 1922: Two years after helping Sherlock Holmes solve the Hangman Murders, American journalist Enoch Hale becomes even more intimately involved in another puzzling mystery. Langdale Pike, veteran purveyor of gossip to the trash newspapers, is poisoned while sipping tea with Hale - and apparently just as he is about to spill a secret more important than social gossip. With the unrequested aid of advertising copywriter Dorothy Sayers, Hale pursues a number of leads based on notes in Pike's pocket diary - including an interview with the formidable G.K. Chesterton.His attempts to uncover the identity of one of Pike's fellow club membersbring Hale the unwanted attention of Mycroft Holmes, head of His Majesty's Secret Service, and of his younger brother. Once again Enoch Hale and the theoretically retired but far from retiring Sherlock Holmes join forces to solve a crime that may have international complications. And this time Hale himself almost becomes a victim when he gets too close to the solution. This fast-moving tale is sure to please themany fans of the first Enoch Hale - Sherlock Holmes adventure, The Amateur Executioner.
Open and Shut Case
￥19.52
Imagine if Sherlock Holmes was a bear? Alternative Universe Mysteries for Adult Animal Lovers that relate the exploits of super-sleuth Octavius Bear and his cohorts. Just for fun, this series swaps anthropomorphic animals for humans in a world very similar to our own 21st century. Earth minus homosapiens.
Day of the Confederacy
￥19.52
A fascinating look at the events of the American Civil War. Part of the fifty volume series on American history, Chronicles of America.
Jenson Button Quiz Book
￥24.43
Did you watch British driver Jensen Button win the world championship title in 2009? Have you followed his Formula 1 career on the circuit? Would you like to know more about the popular McLaren driver? If so, you are certain to enjoy this fun and informative quiz book. Where in the UK was Jenson Button born? At what age did he begin karting, before later progressing to motor racing? What is the name of his model girlfriend? Find out the answers to all those questions you have always wanted to ask in The Jenson Button Quiz Book. You will need to be on top form to attempt the 100 challenging questions in this book, covering Jenson's early life, career highlights, appearances on the podium, wins and losses as well as many personal details right up to the current day. This tribute to the English motor racing ace will appeal to Jensen Button fans the word over. If you enjoy motor racing, you won't want to be without this quiz book.
Doings of Raffles Haw
￥19.52
The fantastic tale of the benefits and drawbacks of great wealth, written by the creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.
English Governess at the Siamese Court
￥19.52
The fascinating and somewhat sensationalist memoirs of Anna Leonowens, the English travel writer, educator, and social activist that became tutor to the wives and children of the king of Siam from 1862-68. Her story was later fictionalised in the book 'Anna and the King of Siam', which was adapted by Rogers and Hammerstein into the hit 1951 musical 'The King and I'.
House of the Wolf
￥19.52
A fantastic romance novel set during the 16th century French Wars of Religion, written by the master of the romance novel, Stanley J. Weyman.
Jewel of Seven Stars
￥19.52
This classic horror novel by the author of Dracula, Bram Stoker, is the original Mummy story. An archaeologist hatches an evil plan to resurrect Queen Tera, an ancient Egyptian mummy.
Sherlock Holmes and the Affair in Transylvania
￥73.48
Sherlock Holmes and Doctor John Watson are returning to London from Bucharest after the great detective has interceded in a delicate matter relating to the Rumanian Royal House. As they depart from Bucharest they receive their mail forwarded from London. Doctor Watson opens a distressing letter from his niece, Mina, now living in Budapest with her young husband, Janos, a newly qualified lawyer. It seems that the young man has not returned from a business assignment in Transylvania.Holmes advises that he and Watson should postpone their return to Baker Street. Watson wires ahead and they are met at the station by Mina and her friend, Lucy Westenra. Holmes is duly intrigued by their stay overnight at the home of Dr Westenra in the grounds of the asylum of which Dr Westenra is the Administrator.Holmes suspects that letters from the young lawyer may have been forged, or written under duress. Next day they set off for Castle Dracula.
Land We Live In
￥19.52
A fantastic look at the history of the United States by American author, editor, journalist, civil war veteran and politician Henry Mann.
Sherlock Holmes and the Irish Rebels
￥83.29
It is early 1916 and the world is at war. Sherlock Holmes is well into his spy persona as Altamont following the capture of the German spy Von Bork at the opening of the Great War. Watson is called to London by Mycroft Holmes and is asked to join Sherlock, who has infiltrated the Irish Volunteers. War within the United Kingdom could deal a decisive blow to the war effort and Holmes must find out the rebels plans, and if possible, stop the rebellion which appears imminent. He has need of Watson once again.
Outstanding Mysteries of Sherlock Holmes
￥98.00
This compilation, comprising a Baker's (street) Dozen of his adventures, re-creates the gas-lit, fog-enshrouded world of Victorian London as once more Sherlock Holmes urges - Come, Watson, the game is afoot!
