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The Odyssey
The Odyssey is a classic poem written by Homer that consists of 12.110 verses. It is unique already in that it has reached our days in its original form. This poem is a genuine revelation of the poetic thought of ancient Hellas....After the Trojan War, most of the survived Greek leaders returned by sea ...
Murderers I Have Known
Marina Warner?s stories conjure up mysteries and wonders, treading a delicate, magical line between the natural and the supernatural, between openness and fear. This electrifying new collection offers fabulous images of saints and sinner, bats and night-ingales, pink flesh and putrefaction. ?Lightfooted...
The Future of an Illusion
This investigation of religion by greatest psychoanalyst of the twentieth-century explores the role faith can take in the life of man, what it can mean to us and why as a species we are inclined towards it. Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourse...
Tao Te Ching
Previously published as "The Way of Life," the ancient Taoist text written by philosopher Lao-Tzu in the sixth century B.C., has inspired millions of people from all different backgrounds. This beautiful edition contains Chinese characters alongside the English text and is illustrated with black and whi...
A Writer's Notebook
From 1892, when he was eighteen, until 1949, when this book was first published, Somerset Maugham kept a notebook. It is without doubt one of his most important works. Part autobiographical, part confessional, packed with observations, confidences, experiments and jottings it is a rich and exhilarating ...
Empress Dowager Cixi: The Concubine Who Launched Modern China
From the bestselling author of Wild Swans and Mao- The Unknown StoryIn this groundbreaking biography, Jung Chang vividly describes how Empress Dowager Cixi - the most important woman in Chinese history - brought a medieval empire into the modern age. Under her, the ancient country attained virtually all...
Tropic Of Capricorn
Banned in America for almost thirty years because of its explicit sexual content, this companion volume to Miller's Tropic of Cancer chronicles his life in 1920s New York City. Famous for its frank portrayal of life in Brooklyn's ethnic neighborhoods and Miller's outrageous sexual exploits, The Tropic o...
Maigret's Holiday
Georges Simenon; Ros Schwartz (Translator)
"One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequaled at making us look inside, though the ability was masked by his brilliance at absorbing us obsessively in his stories." --The Guardian While on holiday, Inspector Maigret is drawn into the murder of a teenage girl and subs...
Catify to Satisfy: Simple Solutions for Creating a Cat-Friendly Home
Who knew that common cat behaviour problems could be solved with the help of simple interior design projects? In this brilliant cat care guide, New York Times bestselling authors of Catification, Jackson Galaxy and Kate Benjamin, show us how. In this book, Jackson Galaxy, star of Animal Planet's hit sho...
Attack on Titan Before the Fall (#6)
Humanity has learned to live in complacency behind its high walls, protected from the giant Titans. But when a Titan-worshipping cult opens one of the gates, a Titan wreaks havoc, consuming the cultists. After the rampage is over, two young Survey Corps members are shocked to discover a pregnant woman's...
The Ladybird Book of The Nerd (Ladybirds for Grown-Ups)
THE PERFECT GIFT for anyone who not only loves watching their favourite TV series over and over, but also enjoys reading online forums about their favourite TV series over and over. __________________________________ 'This is a nerd. He has a PhD and works in the biochemistry lab of a university hospita...
LGB I'm a Unicorn (Little Golden Books)
A magical Little Golden Book for little unicorn lovers! I am moonlight white. I have a magical horn. I look a lot like a horse, of course. . . So begins this charming Little Golden Book that introduces the magical unicorn to the littlest readers! In this sweet story, gorgeously illustrated by Disney art...
The Divide: A Brief Guide to Global Inequality and Its Solutions
'There's no understanding global inequality without understanding its history. In The Divide, Jason Hickel brilliantly lays it out, layer upon layer, until you are left reeling with the outrage of it all.' - Kate Raworth, author of Doughnut Economics For decades we have been told a story about the divi...
Don Quixote (Penguin Clothbound Classics)
Part of Penguin's beautiful hardback Clothbound Classics series, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith, these delectable and collectible editions are bound in high-quality colourful, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design.Don Quixote has become so entranced by reading romances of...
Last Stop Tokyo
'A fine debut - fast-paced and bleak, with a vivid setting and gut-wrenching twists.' MICK HERRON '(An) impressive first thriller . . . the action is fast, copious and often unexpected.' The Times 'The vivid setting and skilfully plotted story is compelling and hard to put down.'Daily Express 'One of th...
Don't Stop Believin'
With candor, humor, and warmth, legendary musician, actress, activist, and icon Olivia Newton-John reveals her life story--from her unforgettable rise to fame in the classic musical Grease to her passionate advocacy for health and wellness in light of her battles with cancer. Perfect for fans of Tina Tu...
A Man and His Cat (#01)
The top manga launch in Japan in the first half of 2018, A Man and His Cat was also voted one of the top ten manga of 2018 by Japanese bookstore employees nationwide. Having won hearts and topped charts in Japan, this hotly anticipated series about an older gentleman and his unique, adorable cat is avai...
Bicycle Repair Manual (DK)
From regular maintenance for optimum performance to emergency repairs, this illustrated guide is the perfect handbook for beginners and experienced cyclists alike. The Bike Repair Manual is packed with insightful information on the anatomy and functioning of all types of bikes - road, racing, mountain, ...
The World for Sale: Money, Power and the Traders Who Barter the Earth's Resources
Meet the traders who supply the world with oil, metal and food - no matter how corrupt, war-torn or famine-stricken the source.'The definitive, eye-opening story of the most powerful and secretive traders in the world.' Bradley Hope, co-author of Billion Dollar Whale_____The modern world is built on com...
Frank Miller's Sin City Volume 2 A Dame to Kill For (Fourth Edition)
Old flames die hard in this volume of the acclaimed crime noir. Presented at original size with new wrap-around cover art, this is a sordid tale of love, betrayal, and deadly temptation. Stuck with nothing but a seedy gumshoe job, a tattered string of failed romances, and his demons, Dwight's thinking o...
Happy Kanako's Killer Life, Vol. 2 FS
A HILARIOUS, FULL-COLOR MANGA ABOUT THE DAILY LIVES OF HITMEN FOR HIRE! Nishino Kanako was just an everyday office worker until she quit her crappy job to get away from her even crappier boss. Now, almost completely by accident, she finds herself working as a hitman. Nobody would have imagined that ...
On Freedom: Four Songs of Care and Constraint
Now in paperback, an enduring work of criticism from one of the most important writers of our time. So often deployed as a jingoistic, even menacing rallying cry, or limited by a focus on passing moments of liberation, the rhetoric of freedom both rouses and repels. Does it remain key to autonomy, j...
The Gracias Madre Cookbook - Bright, Plant-Based Recipes from Our Mexi-Cali Kitchen
The fresh, bright flavors of Mexico and Southern California, adapted for the plant-based home cook, from one of L.A.'s favorite restaurants. It's no surprise that Gracias Madre has its roots in giving gratitude. Gracias Madre means thank you, Mother in Spanish, and the phrase encapsulates the missio...
Astronomy: A Visual Guide
Take a look through the lens and discover the beauty and science of the magnificent night sky - and beyond.This stunningly illustrated handbook is split into eight sections which cover every aspect of astronomy. Learn about the history of discoveries in the field and astronomical phenomena, from the ear...
Save the... Whale Sharks
Anita Sanchez; Chelsea Clinton
Whale sharks have swum and chomped their ways into kids' hearts. With this audiobook, listeners can become whale shark experts and learn how to save the animals they love. Featuring an introduction from Chelsea Clinton! Did you know that whale sharks are sometimes called domino fish because of the spot...
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