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Lady Susan
￥19.52
Written as a series of letters, Lady Susan is a rather unconventional Austen work, with the heroine trying to find an eligible husband, while also maintaining an affair with a married man.
Lavender ＆ Old Lace
￥19.52
A fantastic romance novel by American author Myrtle Reed. It tells the story of several unique women and their various encounters and experiences with love. It was famously adapted into a play by the American playwright David G. Fischer.
Plato's Laws
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The last and longest philosophical dialogue of ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician Plato, which deals with the philosophical problem of who should be given the credit for laying down laws.
Through the Looking Glass
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Charles Dodgson, alias Lewis Carroll, first published his Alice's Adventures in Wonderland book in 1865 - it has been a favourite ever since and is something that all children should read. This second Alice book 'Through the Looking Glass' was published in 1871.
Lucia in London
￥19.52
The third novel in E. F. Benson's classic 'Mapp and Lucia' comedy series following the lives of Emmeline "e;Lucia"e; Lucas and Elizabeth Mapp in the one-upmanship and snobbery of the 1920s/30s British social scene.
Kiss of the Water Nymph
￥19.52
Seeking inspiration, hack writer Hector Mortlake embarks on a journey across late 19th century Europe. He invites the people he encounters to submit short stories to a contest but soon the travellers find themselves at an isolated hotel and caught up in a series of suspicious deaths. Could there be something to the local myth of the water nymph after all? Influenced by Hammer horror films and riddled with innuendo, this humorous tale is the first in a new series from prolific author William Stafford.
Almayer's Folly
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Joseph Conrad's first published novel, following the life of Dutch trader Kaspar Almayer in the Borneo jungle.
American Indian Stories
￥19.52
A fascinating collection of autobiographical tales by Gertrude Simmons Bonnin, better known by her pen name of Zitkala-Sa. Read of her time on the Yankton Reservation, and her years of hardship in boarding schools set up to 'civilise' the Native American children.
Ancient and Modern Physics
￥19.52
A fascinating look at the history of physics from ancient times to the beginning of the modern age. (Note: 'Modern' in this context is the beginning of the 20th century.)
Old Man's Love
￥19.52
Anthony Trollope's classic novel from 1884 is a romantic comedy following Mary Lawrie, a young orphan woman who is befriended and then proposed to by William Whittlestaff, a middle-aged bachelor. Mary has, however, promised her heart to the young John Gordon, who has gone to seek his fortune in the diamond mines of South Africa.
Anthony Trollope - An Autobiography
￥19.52
The fascinating autobiography of one of the Victorian era's greatest authors. Anthony Trollope is loved by many around the world, and many celebrities have cited him as one of their favourite authors, including former British Prime Minister Sir John Major, and legendary thespian Sir Alec Guinness, who never travelled without a Trollope novel.
Indiscretions of Archie
￥19.52
Adapted from a collection of short stories, this novel follows the exploits and calamities of Archibald "e;Archie"e; Moffam.A classic of English comedy, this book has been enjoyed by readers around the world for almost 90 years.
New Grub Street
￥19.52
George Gissing's classic novel New Grub Street has been enjoyed by readers around the world for almost 120 years.A critique of London's literary scene in the 1880s, the novel's title refers to the infamous Grub Street, an 18th century street that became synonymous with hack literature.
Beric the Briton
￥19.52
A fantastic historical novel by British author G. A. Henty, viewing the Roman invasion of Britain through the eyes of Beric, a Briton who, under Queen Boudica, rises up against the Roman oppressors. He then goes on to have many adventures, including fighting in Rome's arena as a gladiator, and becoming a guard of Emperor Nero.
Buccaneers and Pirates of Our Coasts
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Originally written for the Boy Scouts of America by children's writer Frank R. Stockton, this is a wonderful collection of stories about the pirates, privateers and buccaneers that sailed the seas around America.
Burning Daylight
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Jack London's fantastic tale of the Klondike Goldrush and the corrupting influence of high stakes capitalism.
Ruling Passion
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A fantastic series of 8 short stories about people with 'ruling passions', singular traits that define their lives, such as bravery, gentleness, a dedication to justice or a love of music. Written by American author, educator, and clergyman Henry van Dyke.
101 More Amazing Brainteasers
￥19.52
This is the second book from Jack Goldstein's 'brainteasers' series, aimed at everyone who enjoys solving a variety of puzzles. Contained within the book are over one hundred fun brainteasers for children and adults alike, covering subjects including numbers, words, logic problems, visual puzzles, lateral thinking and more. Each question is sure to have you scratching your head - until you reveal the answer... at which point you'll say you knew it all along!The brainteasers are separated into sections for easy navigation and will test every area of your brain whether you are old or young. Full answers and solutions are provided.
Science of Fairy Tales
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A fascinating look at the mythology of fairytales by famed folklorist Edwin Sidney Hartland, who takes the approach of assembling and studying persistent and widespread folklore in an attempt to provide a scientific insight into belief systems.
Jade Goody Quiz Book
￥19.52
From when she first entered the UK Big Brother house in 2002 Jade Goody elicited a strong reaction from viewers. While many people loved the down to earth girl from south London, others hated her but over the course of the series she won over many of her detractors with her indomitable spirit and zest for life.After Big Brother nothing would ever be the same again for Jade as she learned to live in the full glare of media attention. The watching world winced at her very public humiliations and errors of judgement but Jade was always quick to own up to her mistakes. When she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2008, she faced her toughest battle of all and gained many new admirers for her dignity and unfailing courage.One thing is for certain, that Jade will never be forgotten and this quiz book is dedicated to the memory of the woman who touched so many people with her warmth, humour and bravery. If you loved Jade, you won't want to be without The Jade Goody Quiz Book.
Willie the Actor
￥19.52
Glancing quickly over the bar, he saw the bartender lying face down in a pool of blood, senselessly gunned down simply because he was in the wrong place at the wrong time. New York City in the prohibition era, and Bill Sutton's wife thinks he earns an honest crust as a rent collector. Instead, he leads an extraordinary double-life as 'Willie the Actor', a notorious bank robber. Based on a true story, the novel's protagonist is a gentle gunman who never once fires a shot.But it was believed he was jinxed and almost everyone he works with comes to a violent end.
