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Mary Barton
Mary Barton
Gaskell, Elizabeth
¥19.52
The first published novel of famed classic author Elizabeth Gaskell, author of the ever-popular Cranford.
Mary Magdalen
Mary Magdalen
Saltus, Edgar
¥19.52
A fascinating fictionalisation of the life of the biblical figure Mary Magdalene, written by American writer Edgar Saltus.
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
This book contains 11 adventures of the world's greatest detective.Conan Doyle first published his fictional character of Holmes in 1887 followed by a series of short stories in the Strand Magazine in 1891. The public could not get enough of Holmes and his popularity still continues.
Middlemarch
Middlemarch
Eliot, George
¥19.52
Middlemarch is a 'realism' novel set in the fictional town of Middlemarch in the English Midlands. Written by George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Anne Evans) in the late 1860s/early 1870s, the novel tackles many of the political issues of the day, such as the Great Reform Bill and the death of King George IV.
Wessex Tales
Wessex Tales
Hardy, Thomas
¥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.
Old John Brown
Old John Brown
Hawkins, Walter
¥19.52
A fascinating guide to the life of radical 19th century American abolitionist John Brown.
Open and Shut Case
Open and Shut Case
DeMaio, Harry
¥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.
Holly
Holly
Berry, Ian
¥19.52
Holly takes over the writing of Lisa, Jody, and her own adventures. Now they've discovered how to teleport themselves, the three girls spend rather less time flying, but as they can't teleport to somewhere they've never been, being able to fly is still an advantage. It's a good thing Jody learned how to fly a plane, the three girls combine to rescue one out of control with no pilot. Holly has to deploy her secret weapon when the girls are asked to protect a notable figure, the Prime Minister no less. All three of the Angels get a bit damp when the river floods, but not nearly as damp as their friend Louisa. It's not only Jody who has an imaginary world in her head, Holly seems to have one too - and then there's Lisa!This is Holly's bit of the story, from her point of view.Holly takes over the writing of Lisa, Jody, and her own adventures. Now they've discovered how to teleport themselves, the three girls spend rather less time flying, but as they can't teleport to somewhere they've never been, being able to fly is still an advantage. It's a good thing Jody learned how to fly a plane, the three girls combine to rescue one out of control with no pilot. Holly has to deploy her secret weapon when the girls are asked to protect a notable figure, the Prime Minister no less. All three of the Angels get a bit damp when the river floods, but not nearly as damp as their friend Louisa. It's not only Jody who has an imaginary world in her head, Holly seems to have one too - and then there's Lisa!This is Holly's bit of the story, from her point of view.
Spider-Man Villains Quiz Book
Spider-Man Villains Quiz Book
Wheelwright, Wayne
¥19.52
Spider-Man has some of the most recognisable villains in all of entertainment. In this quiz book your knowledge will be tested on all of his most famous enemies. There are well over 100 questions inside including questions on Venom, Doctor Octopus, The Lizard, The Green Goblin and many more. Subjects include secret identities, first appearances and some of their most evil exploits. So prepare to be tested on the wall crawlers most deadly foes.
Duet
Duet
Conan Doyle, Arthur
¥19.52
One of Arthur Conan Doyles more controversial novels in its candid portrayal of the troubled early years of a marriage, told in a series of letters and in prose.
101 Amazing Lightbulb Jokes
101 Amazing Lightbulb Jokes
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
This side-splitting collection of 101 of the best lightbulb jokes you have ever heard is dangerously funny! Jack Goldstein aims his humour cannon at older children with this hilarious joke book containing over one hundred jokes that will have the whole family laughing. Organised into categories so you have a lightbulb joke for every occasion, this is an ideal addition to any budding comedian's bookshelf. How many seabirds does it take to change a light bulb? About four or five terns ought to do the trick...
Tale of the Great Plague
Tale of the Great Plague
Keeling, Annie E.
¥19.52
A fantastic classic novel set during the Great Plague of London (1665-1666).
Vindication of the Rights of Woman
Vindication of the Rights of Woman
Wollstonecraft, Mary
¥19.52
One of the earliest work of feminist philosophy, written by British feminist Mary Wollstonecraft in the 18th century
Batman Allies Quiz Book
Batman Allies Quiz Book
Wheelwright, Wayne
¥19.52
Over the years, Batman has accumulated many allies in his never ending battle against the worst Gotham has to offer. Inside this quiz book are 100 questions spanning the ten most recognizable of them. So prepare to test your knowledge on characters that have been helping Batman since near the start of his existence like Commissioner Gordon through to more recent additions like Damian Wayne. How much do you know about those that help the Dark Knight in his role as one of the premier heroes in all of comics.
Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow
Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow
Cohn, Arty
¥19.52
The memoir "e;Sherlock Holmes - His Latest Bow"e; written by Watson after VE day in May, 1945, but before the world learned of the Atomic Bomb in August. During the war, a Nazi plan is afoot with British collaborators that could alter the course of history. Holmes and Watson serve a critical role in uncovering the plot. With sophisticated listening devices and with the help of a surprising indispensable ally leading to the recruit of a "e;private friend,"e; Holmes again uses his gifts for observation and deduction to forestall the infiltration into Britain of a top Nazi leader.
90s Pop Music Quiz Book
90s Pop Music Quiz Book
Andrews, Paul
¥19.52
How well do you know your 90's Pop Music? This Quiz book will test even the most avid fan, with questions that span the 90's bands and songs! Test yourself and your friends with this 90's Pop Music Quiz Book.
Adventure
Adventure
London, Jack
¥19.52
Jack London's novel first published in 1911 is a devastating portrayal of copra plantation slavery.
Adventures Among Books
Adventures Among Books
Lang, Andrew
¥19.52
A fascinating collection of essays on literature by famed literary critic and anthropologist Andrew Lang.
March on London
March on London
Henty, George Alfred
¥19.52
A fantastic historical adventure novel by G. A. Henty, being a fictionalisation of the English Peasants' Revolt of 1381 led by Wat Tyler.
American Notes
American Notes
Dickens, Charles
¥19.52
In 1842 Charles Dickens travelled to America. He wrote this travelogue of his experiences there, which is presented as much as a critique of the country as a tourist's account. In particular, Dickens criticises the continued presence of the slave trade in America at the time, which he detested.
120 Movie Taglines - The Ultimate Quiz Book
120 Movie Taglines - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
How well do you know your movies? Do you think you could recognise a film just from its tagline? If so, then this is the quiz book for you! From classics that everyone should know all the way up to rarities that will test the world's greatest film critics, this fantastic book will be fun for the whole family.There are 120 questions contained within, organised into easy, medium and hard sections. All you have to do is identify which movie it is from the tagline provided. Sounds like a piece of cake? It might not be the walk in the park that you think...