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Last Letters of Jacopo Ortis
Banished from his homeland and from the woman he loves, Jacopo Ortis lives with the insufferable feelings of disillusionment and betrayal. Gone are his youthful dreams of literary …
A Confession
Tolstoy's autobiographical "Confession" is a dissection of his soul, a study of his life's movement away from the religious certainties of youth, and a vital piece of reading which …
The Land That Time Forgot
Dinosaurs, saber-toothed tigers and fierce Neanderthals inhabit the mysterious continent of Caspak in this classic lost world adventure, perfect for fans of Jurassic Park.1916. …
Carlyle's House and Other Sketches
A newly discovered piece by the author of Mrs Dalloway, Carlyle's House and Other Sketches marks the first publication of one of Virginia Woolf's very early notebooks. Recently …
The Madwoman on a Pilgrimage
The 'madwoman' of the title is highly sought after - in fact a man's passion for her is shared, rather inconveniently, by his son, as both declare themselves her suitors. Her …
Dream Days
Originally published in periodical form, this collection of eight enchanting and nostalgic semi-autobiographical stories recollects an ideal childhood. Informative as a snapshot of …
Poor People
As both a masterpiece of Russian populist writing, and a parody of the entire genre, it is a profound and troubled piece, with many glimpses of future genius. Written as a series …
Transformation
Having squandered his wealth, Guido returns to claim the hand of the celestial Juliet, but finds himself censured by her father. Petulant at his chastisement, his Byronic …
The Green Dwarf
Only single-volume edition available. A witty and engrossing early work, The Green Dwarf displays the precocious intelligence, lively imagination and flair for storytelling which …
The Life of a Good-for-nothing
The Life of a Good-for-nothing is a delightful picaresque tale and a classic of German literature. Despaired of by his father and impatient with his lot, a young man hears the …