Penguin Group

Grimm Jacob, 1996

The highly evocative stories in this treasury of tales have become part of our heritage and culture and are an essential part of every child's imaginative upbringing. In bringing to life a host of unforgettable characters such as Tom Thumb, the Frog-Prince and Ashputtel, the Brothers Grimm created a feast of stories to stimulate the mind and emotions of readers of all ages. Some of the tales are sinister, some funny; others teach us about love, compassion or revenge, greed, cruelty or kindness. Because of their enormous range and scope, they form a vital part of our understanding of the world. As popular today as they were when they were first published, these stories should find a place on the bookshelf of every home. As well as leading us to strange lands where birds and beasts dwell with dwarves, giants, princesses and peasants, they will continue to delight, terrify and educate readers, young and old. Подробнее

The Hound of the Baskervilles

Arthur Conan Doyle, 2007

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson had been sharpening their detective skills deducing the characteristics of the man whose walking stick is in their possession, when the owner arrives greatly in need of their help. Dr James Mortimer tells them that he has discovered the body of Sir Charles Baskerville in the grounds of his Devon home. Baskerville's face bore an expression of terror and his body showed signs of exhaustion, as if he had been fleeing something — or someone. Mortimer was aware of only one clue as to how Baskerville met his death: «the footprints of a gigantic hound». Dr Watson is dispatched by Holmes to the desolate moorland of Devon. He learns about the ancient myth of the Baskerville hound, and as he uncovers the malevolent fury that lay behind Baskerville's death, he comes perilously close to meeting his own... An intriguing case for Holmes and Watson, The Hound of the Baskervilles is also one of Conan Doyle's most gripping and disturbing novels. Подробнее

A Clockwork Orange

Anthony Burgess, 2000

In this nightmare vision of a not-too-distant future, fifteen-year-old Alex and his three friends rob, rape, torture and murder — for fun. Alex is jailed for his vicious crimes and the State undertakes to reform him — but how and at what cost? Подробнее

A Confederacy of Dunces

John Kennedy Toole, 2006

The ordinary folk of New Orleans seem to think he is unhinged as well. Ignatius ignores them as he heaves his vast bulk through the city's fleshpots in a noble crusade against vice, modernity and ignorance. But his momma has a nasty surprise in store for him. Ignatius must get a job. Undaunted, he uses his new-found employment to further his mission — and now he has a pirate costume and a hot-dog cart to do it with ... Подробнее

Dahlmanac 2

Roald Dahl, 2007

It's a Roald Dahl extravaganza! Interesting diseases, the most heroic animals, beards, disguises, quizzes and pirates – yes, it's a second fun-filled collection of facts, activities and jokes to celebrate Roald Dahl Day! Dahlmanac 2 is jam-packed with treats — some disgusting, some delicious — stuff that EVERY Roald Dahl fan should know! With black and white illustrations by Quentin Blake and inspired by Roald Dahl's love of odd facts and curiosities, this is the perfect book to dip into for a quick chuckle – and it contains some long-forgotten writing from Roald Dahl! Подробнее

Danny the Champion of the World

Roald Dahl, 2007

A new edition of the well-loved story of Danny and his father who outwit their greedy, rich neighbour, Mr Victor Hazell. With a great new cover by Quentin Blake as well as a whole new exciting end section about Roald Dahl and his world. Подробнее

Decline and Fall

Evelyn Waugh, 2003

Sent down from Oxford in outrageous circumstances, Paul Pennyfeather is oddly unsurprised to find himself qualifying for the position of schoolmaster at Llanabba Castle. His colleagues are an assortment of misfits, rascals and fools, including Prendy (plagued by doubts) and Captain Grimes, who is always in the soup (or just plain drunk). Then Sports Day arrives, and with it the delectable Margot Beste-Chetwynde, floating on a scented breeze. As the farce unfolds and the young run riot, no-one is safe, least of all Paul. Подробнее

Diana

Sarah Bradford, 2010

Glamour. Duty. Tragedy: The Woman Behind the Princess. Sarah Bradford delivers an authoritative and explosive study of the greatest icon of the twentieth century: Diana. After more than a decade interviewing those closest to the Princess and her select circle, Sarah Bradford exposes the real Diana: the blighted childhood, the old-fashioned courtship which saw her capture the Prince of Wales, the damage caused by the spectre of Camilla Parker Bowles, through to the collapse of the royal marriage and Diana's final and complicated year as single woman. Diana paints an honest portrait of a woman riddled with contradictions and whose vulnerability and unique empathy with the suffering made her one of the most extraordinary figures of the modern age. Подробнее

Don't Stop Me Now

Jeremy Clarkson, 2008

Jeremy Clarkson knows there's more to life than cars. There is, after all, a whole world out there just waiting to be discovered. So, before he gets on with the job in hand, he'd like to take some time out to consider the bigger picture. Don't worry, he'll get on to the car bit eventually, but before he does, there's time to learn about: * Why Galapagos tortoises are all mental * France, reduced to the size of a small coconut * Why Jeremy Paxman and the bass guitarist of AC/DC aren't so very different * The problems of being English and God's most stupid creation And then there's the cars: whether it's the poxiest little runabout or an exotic, firebreathing supercar, anything on four wheels is approached without fear or favour. What emerges from the ashes is not always pretty. But it is, invariably, very, very funny. Подробнее

Dr No

Ian Fleming, 2007

A British Secret Service agent and his secretary have gone missing from their base in Kingston. M thinks this will be an easy case for 007, still recovering from his near fatal encounter with a Russian agent. Arriving in Jamaica to investigate, Bond learns that the reclusive Dr Julius No may be behind their disappearance. And when Bond and the exotic Honeychile Rider are caught trespassing on Dr No’s secluded island, they discover he has diabolical plans afoot that could threaten international security… In Dr No, Fleming created one of his greatest villains – a megalomaniac with a sadistic fascination with pain, against whom Bond must fight for his life in a murderous game of his adversary’s choosing. Подробнее

The Easy Way to Enjoy Flying

Allen Carr, 2000

Conquer your fear of flying — for good. In this life-changing new book Allen Carr turns his unique methods to fear of flying, a problem which affects thousands of people, causing trauma, guilt and embarrassment, and turning holidays into a nightmare. The Easy Way to Enjoy Flying shows how fear of flying is nothing to be ashamed of, but is part of human nature — yet one which is ultimately based on gross misconceptions. Eliminating these misconceptions will remove the fear and enable you to enjoy flying to the full. This book: • Dispels our most common fears of flying: engine failure, turbulence, bad weather • Explodes the myths and brainwashing from the media and Hollywood that surround flying • Removes the root of fear itself, unlike other relaxation methods which concentrate on the symptoms of fear • Enables you to feel safe and secure in a plane • Gives helpful tips for the day of your next fear-free flight By the time you have finished this book you will be looking forward to your next flight. Flying will no longer be a white-knuckle ride but a pleasurable and exhilarating experience. Подробнее

English Passengers

Matthew Kneale, 2007

Matthew Kneale's «English Passengers» tells the story of an 1857 expedition to Tasmania, in search of the Garden of Eden, whose members — including a vicar and a sinister racial theorist — don't realise they are actually aboard a manx smuggling ship. Told by a score of different characters and packed with drama, comedy and punch, «English Passengers» is a major work of the imagination. Подробнее

The English Roses: Too Good to be True

Madonna, 2007

As the opening page of Madonna's latest book states, if you haven't heard of the English Roses by now, then you must have been living on the moon! So, let's fill you in. The English Roses are five girls named Nicole, Amy, Charlotte, Grace and Binah. They are best friends and do everything together – from dancing and homework, to skating, picnics and sleepover parties. That is, they were best friends until handsome, charming Dominic arrived in class. Now friendship counts for nothing as the girls desperately fight for his attention. Luckily, a quirky teacher, Miss Fluffernutter, and a pumpernickel-loving Fairy Godmother step in to save the day and the English Roses' friendship. Подробнее

Fantastic Mr Fox

Roald Dahl, 2007

Boggis, Bunce and Bean are the meanest three farmers you could meet. They are determined to get Mr Fox — but he has other plans! This edition has a great new Quentin Blake cover and new author biography. Подробнее

First Love and Other Novellas

Samuel Beckett, 2008

'Yes, I loved her, it's the name I gave, still give alas, to what I was doing then. I had nothing to go by, having never loved before, but of course had heard of the thing, at home, in school, in brothel and at church, and read romances, in prose and verse, under the guidance of my tutor, in six or seven languages, both dead and living, in which it was handled at length'. Подробнее

Fooled by Randomness: The Hidden Role of Chance in Life and in the Markets

Nassim Nicholas Taleb, 2007

Everyone wants to succeed in life. But what causes some of us to be more successful than others? Is it really down to skill and strategy – or something altogether more unpredictable? This book is the word-of-mouth sensation that will change the way you think about business and the world. It is all about luck: more precisely, how we perceive luck in our personal and professional experiences. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the markets – we hear an entrepreneur has ‘vision’ or a trader is ‘talented’, but all too often their performance is down to chance rather than skill. It is only because we fail to understand probability that we continue to believe events are non-random, finding reasons where none exist. This irreverent bestseller has shattered the illusions of people around the world by teaching them how to recognize randomness. Now it can do the same for you. Подробнее

George's Marvellous Medicine

Roald Dahl, 2013

In this popular Dahl story, George creates a very special medicine to cure his grandma of her nasty habits. Great new Quentin Blake cover as well as a whole new exciting end section about Roald Dahl and his world. Подробнее

Ghost Children

Sue Townsend, 2003

Seventeen years ago Angela Carr aborted an unwanted child. The child’s father, Christopher Moore, was devastated by the loss and he retreated from the world. Unable to accept what had happened between them both went their separate ways. However, when Christopher makes a horrifying discovery whilst out walking his dog on the heath he finds that he is compelled to confront Angela about the past. As they start seeing each another again can they avoid the mistakes of the past? And will their future together be eclipsed by those mistakes of yesterday? A compelling fable of our times, Ghost Children is a compassionate and gritty examination of love and loss from one of Britain’s most-loved writers, Sue Townsend. Подробнее

Rhyme Stew

Roald Dahl, 2008

A collection of ribald rhymes featuring characters from fairy tales, fables and nursery rhymes – as you've never seen them before! From the tortoise and the hare and Hansel and Gretel to Ali Baba and Aladdin, these traditional stories will never seem the same again once you have had a taste of Roald Dahl's hilarious verse and Quentin Blake's suitably lively illustrations. Подробнее

Switch Bitch

Roald Dahl, 2006

Four stories of seduction and suspense from the pen of the master magician, each with a wicked sting in the tail ... «The Visitor» and «Bitch» are extracts from the diaries of the notorious Oswald Hendryks Cornelius, hedonist beyond compare. Uncle Oswald's exploits are as extraordinary as they are scandalous, as these two tales of sex and intrigue confirm in vivid and hilarious detail. The delicious thrill of sexual expectation — and its sometimes maddening effects — are explored in «The Great Switcheroo» and «The Last Act»; here the power of desire is a double-edged sword, both pleasurable and potentially catastrophic. Lust, triumph, the galling deflation of defeat: Roald Dahl captures it all in these superbly taut black comedies of human weakness and unexpected reversal. Подробнее

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