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Pan
(Hardcover)
Knut Hamsun
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R796
Discovery Miles 7 960
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Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
(Paperback, New edition)
Robert Louis Stevenson; Introduction by Tim Middleton; Notes by Tim Middleton; Series edited by Keith Carabine
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R129
R106
Discovery Miles 1 060
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With an Introduction and Notes by Dr Tim Middleton, Head of English
Studies, University of Ripon and York. In seeking to discover his
inner self, the brilliant Dr Jekyll discovers a monster. First
published to critical acclaim in 1886, this mesmerising thriller is
a terrifying study of the duality of man's nature, and it is the
book which established Stevenson's reputation as a writer. Also
included in this volume is Stevenson's 1887 collection of short
stories, The Merry Men and Other Tales and Fables. The Merry Men is
a gripping Highland tale of shipwrecks and madness; Markheim, the
sinister study of the mind of a murderer; Thrawn Janet, a
spine-chilling tale of demonic possession; Olalla, a study of
degeneration and incipient vampirism in the Spanish mountains; Will
O' the Mill, a thought-provoking fable about a mountain inn-keeper;
and The Treasure of Franchard, a study of French bourgeois life.
Ravaged by years of war and civil conflict, Britain has changed its
name to Airstrip One and become part of Oceania - one of the three
totalitarian blocks dominating the world - ruled by a mysterious
leader called Big Brother who keeps the population in thrall
through strict surveillance and brutal police repression. In a
society where the individual is suppressed and turned into an
"unperson" for not conforming, and where not only personal thought,
but also historical record and language itself are constantly being
manipulated by the ruling regime, Ministry of Truth worker Winston
Smith tries to make sense of the rebellious thoughts and passions
that are stirring inside him, and finds himself impotent against
the inexorable machine that surrounds him and threatens to crush
him at any time. Arguably the greatest dystopian novel of all time
and the most influential post-war work of fiction - which enriched
the English language with words such as "Newspeak", "doublethink"
and "thoughtcrime" - Nineteen Eighty-Four is a riveting read and a
groundbreaking exploration of mass surveillance, censorship and
mind control, which has a deep resonance with the world we live in.
Gorgeous Collector's Edition. Many medieval writers, especially
from France and Wales, wrote stories about the great British
leader, King Arthur. Legends, folklore and myths from this period
come together to paint a picture of who he was with some describing
him as a great warrior, defending Britain from its enemies, while
others suggest Arthur had magical qualities. Throughout this
mystery, King Arthur has become an iconic figure, known for his
court and knights and his chivalric adventures. This collection
offers a selection of myths, featuring Arthur's knights of the
round table, his love for Queen Guinevere and of course the
ultimate betrayal by his most trusted knight, Sir Lancelot. Flame
Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative
fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative
literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the
best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking
and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and
a Glossary of Terms.
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Egmont
(Hardcover)
Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
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R765
Discovery Miles 7 650
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Wei Wuxian was once one of the most powerful men of his generation,
a talented and clever young cultivator who harnessed martial arts
and spirituality into powerful abilities. But when the horrors of
war led him to seek more power through demonic cultivation, the
world's respect for his abilities turned to fear, and his death was
celebrated throughout the land. Years later, he awakens in the body
of an aggrieved young man who sacrifices his soul so that Wei
Wuxian can exact revenge on his behalf. Though granted a second
life, Wei Wuxian is not free from his first, nor the mysteries that
appear before him now. Yet this time, he'll face it all with the
righteous and esteemed Lan Wangji at his side, another powerful
cultivator whose unwavering dedication and shared memories of their
past will help shine a light on the dark truths that surround them.
This Chinese xianxia fantasy novel series built around the
romanticized love between two men (danmei) has been translated into
numerous languages and spawned a multimedia franchise that has
taken the globe by storm, including the massively popular
live-action series The Untamed available now on Netflix, YouTube,
and more. The Seven Seas English-language edition will include
exclusive, all-new covers from Jin Fang (jinzillaa), interior
illustrations from Marina Privalova (BaoshanKaro), and a
translation by Suika (yummysuika) with editor Pengie (pengiesama).
Axel and his uncle find a note that describes a path to Earth s
center The men climb deep inside a volcano and discover amazing
wonders. They also run into danger, which could trap them below the
surface forever. These reader-favorite tiles are now updated for
enhanced Common Core State Standards support, including discussion
and writing prompts developed by a Common Core expert, an expanded
introduction, bolded glossary words and dynamic new covers."
Tam O'Shanter meets Manga... Whene'er to drink you are inclin'd, Or
cutty-sarks run in your mind, Think! ye may buy joys o'er dear-
Remember Tam o' Shanter's mare. This vibrant and appealing
adaptation of Tam O'Shanter brings the work of Robert Burns and the
Scots language to life for a new generation through the medium of
manga in this graphic novel for the 10-14 age range. Using the full
and unabridged original poem, Richmond Clements a writer, editor
and colourist, has adapted one of Burns' best-loved works. The
illustrater, Inko, is a UK based Japanese manga and comic artist.
Her work combines modern & traditional Eastern and Western
cultures in this exciting edition.
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