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Hawaiian Legends
William Hyde Rice; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R324
R272
Discovery Miles 2 720
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Sodom and Gomorrah
Marcel Proust; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R352
Discovery Miles 3 520
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The Faerie Queene
Edmund Spenser; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R492
Discovery Miles 4 920
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Early Autumn
Louis Bromfield; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R665
R557
Discovery Miles 5 570
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Siddhartha (Paperback)
Hermann Hesse; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R129
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What does it mean to live a life of completeness? And how far must
one go to understand the pain of others? Is change truly possible?
This is the story that proves that it is. In what could be
described as equal parts self-help book and a novelistic guide to
spiritual awakening, Siddhartha has been hailed as prolific and
unlike any other. Growing up, Siddhartha never experienced true
pain. He was sheltered, as many are, turning a blind eye when the
hardships of daily life made itself visible to the peasantry around
him. Awakening from a hazy reverie that has shielded Siddhartha
from the inevitable, he vows to make a change. With the hope of
finding a deeper and resounding life's purpose, Siddhartha, a young
man living in the ancient Indian kingdom of Kapilavastu, embarks on
a journey of self-discovery and actualization. Accompanied by his
best friend Govinda, the pair abandon the comfort of their old life
by trading their material possessions for what they hope will be
eternal enlightenment. Ridding themselves completely of the
comforts of their previous life, the duo vow to a life of attempted
purity. In a world where suffering is inevitable, Siddhartha hopes
that by experiencing the pain so many face, only then will he find
the true meaning of life. Siddhartha, written by German author
Hermann Hesse in 1951, is a tale of self-discovery and spiritual
awakening. The novel as a whole explores the totality of the human
experience, of what it means to abandon the parameters of comfort
and routine in search for a higher calling.
Doctor Manette, a prominent French Doctor, must flee Paris in the
midst of the chaos that has ensued in what became known as the
Reign of Terror. Fearing further persecution from his 18 maddening
years of imprisonment in the Bastille of Paris, Doctor Manette
hurriedly leaves France to be with the daughter he's never met.
Opening with the famous lines, "It was the best of times, it was
the worst of times..." Charles Dickens', A Tale of Two Cities is
perhaps one of the most celebrated and popular novels of its time.
Weaving together the narratives of vastly different but equally
profound characters against the backdrop of political revolution
and strife, A Tale of Two Cities is a tale of human perseverance.
Throughout the novel, Charles Dickens is able to portray the
hardships of each social class during the trying times of the
French Revolution in a way that is both profoundly elegant and
heartbreaking at the same time. Becoming known as the perhaps the
epitome of Dickensian writing and style, A Tale of Two Cities
measures the boundaries of human will in the fight for what is
right during a time when that just might cost your life.
Starting in the 15th century, a fear of witchcraft and alternative
practices grew into a hysteria. Because witches were suspected to
be devil worshippers, they were considered heretics to the
Christian church. Consequently, the Christians launched a crusade
against these women and men. Matthew Hopkins was not only among the
greatest supporters of this crusade, but also one of the most
active participants. In just over a year, Matthew Hopkins, a
self-proclaimed "Witchfinder General", killed over one hundred
people. While the witch hunt hysteria infected much of the 17th
century society in England, there were still those who opposed the
accusations and discrimination against witches. After being
criticized for his work, Hopkins decided to publish a guide to
witch hunting, including methods to discover a witch, how to
torture them into a confession, and how to prosecute them. Along
with outlines of torture methods, such as sleep deprivation and
forced physical activity, The Discovery of Witches also addressed
the questions and concerns raised by those who did not support
Hopkins. Under the guise of being a man of God, Hopkins claimed to
have been sent on a divine mission to manipulate other religious
groups into joining his cause. As Hopkin's practices brought him
lucrative success, he rose to a short-lived power, but his
published doctrine spread his influence for years after his death.
The Discovery of Witches by Matthew Hopkins is a short text of
immeasurable insight. Though now recognized as zealot propaganda,
The Discovery of Witches depicts a chilling perspective of a
heinous time in history, including the concerns of those who
opposed it. While Hopkin's work immortalizes a fascinating yet
repulsive historical movement, it also invites readers to reflect
on the ways the spirit of his manipulation is still present in
modern society. This edition of The Discovery of Witches by Matthew
Hopkins features an eye-catching cover deign and is printed in an
easy-to-read font, making it both readable and modern.
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The Walls of Jericho
Rudolph Fisher; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R281
Discovery Miles 2 810
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The Walls of Jericho
Rudolph Fisher; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R448
Discovery Miles 4 480
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Mirroring Nella Larsen's Passing, The Blacker the Berry: A Novel of
Negro Life is the fantastic debut of Wallace Thurman. A Black boy
could get along but a Black girl would never know anything but
sorrow and disappointment. Emma Lou was born black. Abandoned by
her father at birth, she is subjected to skin bleaching by her
mother, hoping to make her child more desirable. Learning that she
is unwanted in white society but also ostracized within her own,
Emma Lou navigates a harsh and unrelenting world as she tries to
come to terms with her life and love herself in the skin she's in.
Professionally typeset with a beautifully designed cover, this
edition of The Blacker the Berry: A Novel of Negro Life is a
reimagining of a Harlem Renaissance staple for the modern reader.
Harlem Shadows (1922) is a poetry collection by Claude McKay.
Published at the height of the Harlem Renaissance, Harlem Shadows
earned praise from legendary poet and political activist Max
Eastman for its depictions of urban life and the technical mastery
of its author. As a committed leftist, McKay-who grew up in
Jamaica-captures the life of Harlem from a realist's point of view,
lamenting the poverty of its African American community while
celebrating their resilience and cultural achievement. In "The
White City," McKay observes New York, its "poles and spires and
towers vapor-kissed" and "fortressed port through which the great
ships pass." Filled him with a hatred of the inhuman scene of
industry and power, forced to "muse [his] life-long hate," he
observes the transformative quality of focused anger: "My being
would be a skeleton, a shell, / If this dark Passion that fills my
every mood, / And makes my heaven in the white world's hell, / Did
not forever feed me vital blood." Rather than fall into despair, he
channels his hatred into a revolutionary spirit, allowing him to
stand tall within "the mighty city." In "The Tropics in New York,"
he walks past a window filled with "Bananas ripe and green, and
ginger-root, / Cocoa in pods and alligator pears," a feast of fresh
tropical fruit that brings him back, however briefly, to his island
home of Jamaica. Recording his nostalgic response, McKay captures
his personal experience as an immigrant in America: "My eyes grew
dim, and I could no more gaze; / A wave of longing through my body
swept, / And, hungry for the old, familiar ways, / I turned aside
and bowed my head and wept." With a beautifully designed cover and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Claude McKay's
Harlem Shadows is a classic of Jamaican literature reimagined for
modern readers.
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The Trial (Paperback)
Franz Kafka; Contributions by Mint Editions
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R209
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On the day after his thirtieth birthday, Josef K, a bank teller, is
arrested by two mysterious agents of an unspecified organization.
Confused and shocked, Josef inquires about the crime he is being
accused of, but the agents will not answer, leaving Josef to decide
what he feels most guilty for. Though he is not imprisoned, Josef
is told to await further instructions. Tortured by the unknown,
Josef returns to his home and tries to guess what he could be
charged for. His landlady, Frau Grubach, feels amicably about Josef
despite the arrest and wishes to help. She speculates that he is
likely being punished for his promiscuous behavior involving one of
his neighbors. Josef is unable to confirm this, but he does go to
his neighbor, Fraulien, for comfort. While she does accept his
affection and kiss at first, Fraulien later rejects Josef's
advances. When he returns home, he is given unclear instructions
for his court appearance. With an address, but not a specific
report time, Josef arrives late to his trial, angering the
assembly. When Josef vents his frustrations about the absurdity of
the trial, he upsets the court even more. Still unclear on the
charges he faces and the possible punishment, Josef feels the
weight of guilt and the immeasurable high stakes as the trial
proceeds. While he is thrown in a whirlwind of chaos and
uncertainty, Josef pleas his innocence as he still investigates
what crime he is being tried for. Through brilliant symbolism and
excellent characterization, The Trial by Franz Kafka is an
intelligent and intriguing perspective on the innerworkings of the
justice system, told from the point of view of the guilty or
accused. Published posthumously in 1925, The Trial has become one
of Franz Kafka's most popular works, and has been adapted for film,
radio, and theater. With several interpretations and possible
meanings, Franz Kafka's The Trial provides a thrilling and
thought-provoking reading experience for contemporary audiences.
This edition of The Trial by Franz Kafka is accessible for modern
readers with features such as its new, striking cover design and
the stylish, readable font it is printed in.
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