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Hendricks the Hunter
Hendricks the Hunter
Kingston, W. H. G.
¥19.52
A fascinating historical adventure novel by the master of the genre W. H. G. Kingston. Travel to the early 19th Century Zulu Kingdom and meet the famous King Catshwayo as a young man.
How to See the British Museum in Four Visits
How to See the British Museum in Four Visits
Jerrold, W. Blanchard
¥19.52
A fascinating guidebook from 1852 shows the reader how they could take in all the world-famous British Museum has to offer in only 4 visits. The museum has, unsurprisingly, changed since the original publication of this book, but many of the exhibits described are still in the same places today, although seeing them all in just 4 visits may prove a bigger challenge.
Iliad by Homer
Iliad by Homer
Lang, Andrew
¥19.52
One of the more famous English versions of Homer's Iliad, Andrew Lang collaborated with Ernest Myers and Walter Leaf for this prose translation. It is well known for its charming archaic style.The Iliad is an epic ancient Greek poem set during the Trojan War and tells the tale of the arguments between King Agamemnon and the Hero Achilles.
Initiation into Philosophy
Initiation into Philosophy
Faguet, Emile
¥19.52
A fantastic look at the whole history of Philosophy from ancient times up to the beginnings of modern thinking. Covers all the major philosophers and philosophical theories, as well as the historical interplay between religion and philosophy.
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Egypt
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know who the ancient Egyptian god of the underworld is? What type of mask would an embalmer wear whilst carrying out the mummification process on a body? Who was the most successful of all the pharaohs? All these questions and more are answered in this fascinating easy-to-read guide to ancient Egypt. Whether you are studying the subject and need access to the important information fast, or you are just interested in this fascinating period of history, this excellent quick-read guide containing over one hundred facts is a perfect addition to your bookshelf.
Little Mix - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Little Mix - The Ultimate Quiz Book
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Are you the world's biggest Mixer? Can you prove it? This excellent quiz book has 160 questions about the world's greatest girl band. What is Perrie's middle name? What is Jade allergic to? What song did Leigh-Anne perform at her school's talent show? If you knew the answers to those, wait until you get to the hard ones... and if you didn't, this book has all the answers for you. Show your friends you know everything there is to know about Little Mix.
Jude the Obscure
Jude the Obscure
Hardy, Thomas
¥19.52
Thomas Hardy's last novel, Jude the Obscure, has been enjoyed by readers around the world for over a century. Somewhat autobiographical, the story follows Jude Fawley, a stonemason in the fictional county of Wessex, who moves to Christminster to follow his dream of becoming a scholar. He becomes embroiled in a social scandal which leads to murder and suicide.
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Rome
101 Amazing Facts about Ancient Rome
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know what the ancient Romans used instead of soap? Which emperor made his horse into a senator? Who was the god of music, light and truth? And how would a gladiator request an honourable death in battle? All these questions and more are answered in this fascinating easy-to-read guide to ancient Rome. Whether you are studying the subject and need access to the important information fast, or you are just interested in this fascinating period of history, this excellent quick-read guide containing over one hundred facts is a perfect addition to your bookshelf.
70th Week
70th Week
Latham, Ivan
¥19.52
It is the near future. Ancient prophecies of the Antichrist have been fulfilled in the rise to power of charismatic politician, Christopher Martinez. As the long-anticipated Man of Sin tightens his grip on mankind, only a remnant of the faithful remain to resist his hellish ambitions. Among them, Jesuit priest, Father Edward Mancini, whose own fate is inextricably bound up with the destiny of the world. Meanwhile, in England, an unprecedented spiritual awakening has become a beacon of hope in the increasing darkness....
Third Book of Short Stories
Third Book of Short Stories
Funnell, Lyn
¥19.52
The Third book in the Short Stories by Lyn Funnell series of easy reading stories that cover a variety of situations, places and characters. My Box, Village People, Neddie the Nerd, The Newsmaker and more will keep you entertained while your on the move, enjoying a quite Sunday or reading in bed.
Catherine de' Medici
Catherine de' Medici
de Balzac, Honore
¥19.52
A fascinating biography of Caterina Maria Romula di Lorenzo de' Medici, Queen consort of France in the later part of the 16th century.
Chaucer
Chaucer
Ward, Adolphus William
¥19.52
Taken from the famous literary biography series English Men of Letters, this is a biography of the 14th century writer Geoffrey Chaucer, the author of The Canterbury Tales.
Children of the Frost
Children of the Frost
London, Jack
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of 10 short stories by Jack London from the Klondike, including "e;The Law of Life"e; and "e;Nam-Bok, the Liar."e;
Gulliver's Travels
Gulliver's Travels
Swift, Jonathan
¥19.52
Written by Jonathan Swift in 1726, an Irish writer and clergyman. It immediately became a best seller and has remained so to this day. A great classic of English literature.
Apolysis
Apolysis
Koutsoukos, Marios
¥19.52
Armageddon breaks out. Then an Apocalypse of nuclear fire rains down from the sky. The Second Coming of the Lord is at hand& but Angels, Demons and Men have different plans and murder in their hearts. God is assassinated in a coup that shatters the balance of the universe. And yet& this is just the beginning. A world ravaged by atomic fallout, the Scorched Earth, is now mankind's only home and they have to share it with all the once immortal beings that fell from the spiritual realm. Heaven and Hell raise their mighty citadels and offer protection from the horrors of the post-apocalyptic wilderness to those who would worship them unquestioningly in return. Archangel Michael, now a renegade expelled from the kingdom of Heaven, will join forces with an unlikely ally: Lucifer, the ex-lord of Hell, who lost his throne to one of his captains and was exiled. Together, these two outcasts of the Tyrannical New Order will embark on a quest to open a dimensional portal to a New Promised Land, a place that holds the promise of a new beginning for all the orphaned creations of God. Guided by an eerily familiar-looking old man who comes and goes as he pleases, they will set out to free all of mankind from slavery to fear. Little do they know that the battle to end all battles is about to begin.
Read My Lips
Read My Lips
Veale, Bernard
¥19.52
Frederick Huntsman had a tough childhood. He was deaf for five years before his hearing was restored. His schoolmates shunned him and he never had a girlfriend in high school but this painful past left him with one very helpful skill: he could read lips.He was looking for his first job when he saw two people talking about a kidnapping. He reports this to the police but they do not believe him so he rescues the kidnap victim himself. The victim was the daughter of the town's Mayor who is a very rich man and is vying to become state governor. He employs Freddie as his investigator at a very high salary. Freddie uses his skill to keep track of what Barforth "e;Spike"e; Crawley, the kidnapper is planning to do next. Suddenly Freddie finds himself very popular with the opposite sex. The hunt for Crawley takes him into the woods and an encounter with a grizzly bear and a very attractive girl. He solves a ten year old murder as the mayor is elected to the governorship and Crawley finally corners Freddie, seeking revenge.
Carly Rae Jepsen Quiz Book
Carly Rae Jepsen Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥19.52
Are you a fan of Carly Rae Jepsen? Did you sing along to her Number 1 hit 'Call Me Maybe'? Would you like to find out more about the talented Canadian Idol performer? If so, The Carly Rae Jepsen Quiz Book is for you. What is the name of Carly's debut album which was released in 2008? What does Carly carry in her purse as she like to have it in her tea? On what television show did Carly make her US television debut? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in this fun quiz book. Packed with fascinating facts about Carly and her rise to fame, including many personal details, you are certain to learn something new about the talented singer. Dip into this book to find out about Carly's journey on Canadian Idol, her song choices on the show, her music, subsequent TV appearances, award nominations and performances. This quiz book is a must-have for Carly Rae Jepsen fans of all ages and in all countries.
Common People of Ancient Rome
Common People of Ancient Rome
Abbott, Frank Frost
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the ordinary citizens and freemen in ancient Rome by eminent American classical scholar Frank Frost Abbott.
Shakira - The Quiz Book
Shakira - The Quiz Book
Wheelwright, Wayne
¥19.52
Shakira is one of the biggest music stars in the world today. From her early beginnings in Colombia to the multiple platinum record selling artist she is today, this quiz book covers her whole life. From questions about her family, TV appearances and most importantly her music. There are 100 questions inside that will test even the biggest Shakira fan so see how your knowledge fares on this global megastar.
Desert Gold Trilogy
Desert Gold Trilogy
Grey, Zane
¥19.52
Three fantastic novels from the king of Old West fiction, Zane Grey.Includes Desert Gold, The Last of the Plainsmen and The Rustlers of Pecos County.Over a hundred different films, and a TV series, have been based on Grey's novels.
Diary of a Pilgrimage
Diary of a Pilgrimage
Jerome, Jerome K.
¥19.52
A fantastic humorous travelogue by English writer and humorist Jerome K. Jerome, in the same vein as his famous 'Three Men in a Boat'.