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Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
Confessions of an English Opium-Eater
de Quincey, Thomas
¥19.52
English author Thomas de Quincey's autobiographical account of his addiction to laudanum (opium and alcohol) was his first major success. It paints a fascinating picture of the lives of the opium-eaters in 19th century London.
101 Amazing Space Jokes
101 Amazing Space Jokes
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
This rip-roaring collection of 101 of the most far-out jokes you have ever heard is so funny you might just float away! Jack Goldstein takes the laughs into the stratosphere in an amazing book containing over one hundred jokes that will have the whole family laughing. Organised into categories such as astronauts, aliens, planets and more so you have a space-themed joke for every occasion, this is an ideal addition to any budding comedian's bookshelf. How do you organise a space party? You planet!
Autobiography of Charles Darwin
Autobiography of Charles Darwin
Darwin, Charles
¥19.52
The autobiography of one of the most influential people of the modern age. This was taken from writings and letters that Darwin wrote for his family, edited by his son Francis Darwin, and published posthumously.
David Copperfield
David Copperfield
Dickens, Charles
¥19.52
Said to be the most autobiographical of Dickens' novels, this is the story of a young man's adventures on his journey from an unhappy and impoverished childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist. During the writing of this novel, Dickens drew revealingly on his own experiences to create one of his most exuberant and enduringly popular works, filled with tragedy and comedy in equal measure.
101 Amazing What Do You Call Jokes
101 Amazing What Do You Call Jokes
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
What do you call a collection of more than one hundred of the funniest 'what do you call' jokes? 101 Amazing What Do You Call Jokes of course! Jack Goldstein takes you on a river ride through the rapids of comedy with this ultimate collection of some of the funniest jokes of all time. Organised into categories such as things on a man's head, things on a woman's head, animals and more, budding comedians will now have a 'what do you call' joke for every occasion. What do you call a woman with only one leg? Eileen!
101 Amazing Facts about Ships and Boats
101 Amazing Facts about Ships and Boats
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Do you know how many cannons a Tudor ship could carry? How many people go missing from cruise ships every year? What is a hawsehole? And why are submarines painted black? This fantastic quick-read eBook features 101 amazing facts about ships and boats, split into categories such as famous ships, seafaring terminology, naval ship classes and many more. So if you want to know what the fastest ship in the world is, or who made the deepest solo dive in a submarine, then this is the book for you. Find the information you want, fast!
Discovery of the Source of the Nile
Discovery of the Source of the Nile
Speke, John Hanning
¥19.52
The journals of John Hanning Speke, the British Indian Army officer who was the first European to discover Lake Victoria, the source of the River Nile.
Doctor Thorne
Doctor Thorne
Trollope, Anthony
¥19.52
Anthony Trollope's third novel in the fantastic series 'Chronicles of Barsetshire' follows Mary Thorne, the niece of the titular Doctor Thomas Thorne, and her romantic troubles with Frank Gresham, the only son of the local squire.
101 Amazing Facts about The Movies - Volume 1
101 Amazing Facts about The Movies - Volume 1
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Did you know that the dog who played Toto in The Wizard of Oz earned more money for the film than any of the munchkins did? Or that Jack Nicholson was considered for the role of Hannibal Lecter in Silence of the Lambs? If you enjoy going to the movies, you will love this book which contains over one hundred amazing facts about your favourite flicks. Organised into sections such as cameos, money, props and more, this is the perfect addition for any film fan's bookshelf.
Dubliners
Dubliners
Joyce, James
¥19.52
A collection of short stories by James Joyce.A wonderful depiction of Irish life in the early twentieth century, contains 15 short stories.
Early Kings of Norway
Early Kings of Norway
Carlyle, Thomas
¥19.52
A fascinating look at some of the early Viking kings, such as Olafr Tryggvason (Olaf the First), and Knut den Mektige (Canute the Great). Written by famed historian Thomas Carlyle.
Introduction to Shakespeare
Introduction to Shakespeare
MacCracken, H. N.
¥19.52
A broad but comprehensive look at the life and works of the matchless Bard, as well as the world he lived and worked in.
Egyptian Ideas of the Future Life
Egyptian Ideas of the Future Life
Budge, E. A. Wallis
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians by renowned Egyptologist, Orientalist, and philologist E. A. Wallis Budge, who worked for the world famous British Museum.
Desperate Remedies
Desperate Remedies
Hardy, Thomas
¥19.52
Thomas Hardy's breakthrough novel from 1871. Cytherea Graye becomes maid to the eccentric Miss Aldclyffe.
101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs
101 Amazing Facts about Dinosaurs
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
Did you know there is a species of dinosaur named after Hogwarts? Which were the largest and smallest dinosaurs? What is the difference between a brontosaurus and an apatosaurus? This excellent book answers all of these questions and more, with over one hundred facts about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.
Dog Crusoe and His Master
Dog Crusoe and His Master
Ballantyne, Robert Michael
¥19.52
A story of adventure in the western prairies by the Scottish master of juvenile fiction, Robert Michael Ballantyne.
Dressed Game and Poultry a la Mode
Dressed Game and Poultry a la Mode
de Salis, Harriet A.
¥19.52
Fantastic classic recipes for cooking game and poultry, from classic favourites like chicken, to more outlandish like quail.
Myriad of Corridors
Myriad of Corridors
Mason, Stan
¥44.05
Jeff Hunter's wife is killed in a hit-and-run accident which leaves him devastated. However he is plagued by her apparition because she tells him she cannot move on to the next world until the rapist and killer of a murdered young girl is found. She tells him it is imperative that he finds the murderer albeit it took place some years ago and no one was ever arrested or punished for the crime. Hunt is an architect but he is forced to turns detective to find the criminal and he finds himself facing a myriad of corridors in his quest with no help from the police who are ostensibly reluctant to become involved. They are even more reluctant to become involved especially when Hunter explains the paranormal situation and he is therefore in a constant conflict with them. However, by degrees and determination, he eventually finds the solution to the problem in his efforts to release the spirit of his dead wife into the next world.
Early Short Fiction of Edith Wharton
Early Short Fiction of Edith Wharton
Wharton, Edith
¥19.52
A fantastic collection of early short works by American novelist, short story writer and designer Edith Wharton.
101 Amazing Facts About London
101 Amazing Facts About London
Goldstein, Jack
¥19.52
In this amazing eBook you will find more than one hundred facts about London. What are the top landmarks, museums and galleries to visit? What is the history of the London Underground? Separated into sections covering these topics and more (such as its history, its culture and the many bridges which span the Thames river), you will learn some fascinating information!Whether you are planning on visiting London, working on a geography project or just want to know more about an amazing historic city, this is an excellent addition to your bookshelf. Find the information you need, fast!
History of Rome
History of Rome
Pennell, Robert
¥19.52
A fascinating look at the history of Ancient Rome from the earliest times to 476 AD, written by eminent American classicist Robert Franklin Pennell.