the white goddess robert graves

This labyrinthine and extraordinary book, first published more than fifty years ago, was the outcome of Graves s vast reading and curious research into strange territories of folklore, mythology, religion and magic. Erudite and impassioned, it is a scholar-poet s quest for the meaning of European myths, a polemic about the relations between man and woman, and also an intensely personal document in which Graves explored the sources of his own inspiration and, as he believed, all true poetry.This new edition has been prepared by Grevel Lindop, who has written an illuminating introduction. The text of the book incorporates all Graves s final revisions, as well as his replies to two of the original reviewers, and a long essay in which he describes the months of inspiration in which The White Goddess was written.

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Icarus disobeyed his father s instructions and began soaring towards the sun, rejoiced by the lift of his great sweeping wings. Presently, when Daedalus looked over his shoulder, he could no longer see Icarus; but scattered feathers floated on the waves below... These are the greatest stories ever told - the labours of Hercules, the voyage of the Argonauts, Theseus and the minotaur, Midas and his golden touch, the Trojan War and Odysseus s journey home - brought together into one epic and unforgettable story. Ideal for the first time reader, it can be read as a single page-turning narrative, while full commentaries as well as a comprehensive index of names make it equally valuable for anyone seeking an authoritative and detailed account of the spectacular stories that make up the bedrock of Western literature.The Greek Myths is a classic among classics, a treasure trove of extraordinary tales and a masterful work of literature in its own right.

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Robert Graves s classic retelling of the Greek Myths is definitive, comprehensive and unparalleled - and available now in the Penguin Classics Deluxe series, featuring a new introduction from Rick Riordan (bestselling author of the Percy Jackson and Olympian series).Including many of the greatest stories ever told - the labours of Hercules, the voyage of the Argonauts, Theseus and the minotaur, Midas and his golden touch, the Trojan War and Odysseus s journey home - Robert Graves s superb and comprehensive retelling of the Greek myths for a modern audience has been regarded for over fifty years as the definitive version. With a novelist s skill and a poet s eye, Graves draws on the entire canon of ancient literature, bringing together all the elements of every myth into one epic and unforgettable story. Ideal for the first time reader, it can be read as a single, continuous narrative, while full commentaries, with cross-references, interpretations, variants and explanations, as well as a comprehensive index of names, make it equally valuable as a work of scholarly reference for anyone seeking an authoritative and detailed account of the gods, heroes and extraordinary events that provide the bedrock of Western literature.The result is a classic among classics, a treasure trove of extraordinary tales and a masterful work of literature in its own right.Robert Graves (1895-1985) was a novelist, poet, historian, critic and translator, author of some 140 books, and one of the greatest figures of 20th century British literature. Alongside The Greek Myths, his most famous works include the historical novels I, Claudius and Claudius the God and his First World War memoir Goodbye to All That.

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Continuing the saga begun in I, Claudius, Robert Graves s Claudius the God is a compelling fictional autobiography of the Roman emperor, published with an introduction by Barry Unsworth in Penguin Modern Classics. Claudius has survived the murderous intrigues of his predecessors to become, reluctantly, Emperor of Rome. Here he recounts his surprisingly successful reign: how he cultivates the loyalty of the army and the common people to repair the damage caused by Caligula; his relations with the Jewish King Herod Agrippa; and his invasion of Britain.But the growing paranoia of absolute power and the infidelity of his promiscuous young wife Messalina mean that his good fortune will not last forever. In this second part of Robert Graves s fictionalized autobiography, Claudius - wry, rueful, always inquisitive - brings to life some of the most scandalous and violent times in history. If you enjoyed Claudius the God, you might like Marguerite Yourcenar s Memoirs of Hadrian, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. I, Claudius and Claudius the God are an imaginative and hugely readable account of the early decades of the Roman Empire ... racy, inventive, often comic Daily Telegraph One of the really remarkable books of our day, a novel of learning and imagination, fortunately conceived and brilliantly executed The New York Times Graves made Roman history funny and familiar Guardian

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An autobiographical work that describes firsthand the great tectonic shifts in English society following the First World War, Robert Graves s Goodbye to All That is a matchless evocation of the Great War s haunting legacy, published in Penguin Modern Classics.In 1929 Robert Graves went to live abroad permanently, vowing never to make England my home again . This is his superb account of his life up until that bitter leave-taking : from his childhood and desperately unhappy school days at Charterhouse, to his time serving as a young officer in the First World War that was to haunt him throughout his life. It also contains memorable encounters with fellow writers and poets, including Siegfried Sassoon and Thomas Hardy, and covers his increasingly unhappy marriage to Nancy Nicholson. Goodbye to All That, with its vivid, harrowing descriptions of the Western Front, is a classic war document, and also has immense value as one of the most candid self-portraits of an artist ever written.Robert Ranke Graves (1895-1985) was a British poet, novelist, and critic. He is best known for the historical novel I, Claudius and the critical study of myth and poetry The White Goddess. His autobiography, Goodbye to All That, was published in 1929, quickly establishing itself as a modern classic. Graves also translated Apuleius, Lucan and Suetonius for the Penguin Classics, and compiled the first modern dictionary of Greek Mythology, The Greek Myths. His translation of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (with Omar Ali-Shah) is also published in Penguin Classics.If you enjoyed Goodbye to All That, you might like Ford Madox Ford s Parade s End, also available in Penguin Modern Classics. His wonderful autobiography Jeremy Paxman, Daily Mail

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The bestselling debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess.A young woman⠙s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm, setting her on a dangerous path where those she loves are not the only ones at risk⠦*THE INSTANT TOP 5 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER*THERE ARE MANY LEGENDS ABOUT MY MOTHER⠦Raised far away on the moon, Xingyin was unaware she was being hidden from the Celestial Emperor ⠓ who exiled her mother for stealing the elixir of immortality. But when her magic flares and reveals her, Xingyin is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, Xingyin makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. In disguise, she trains alongside the Emperor⠙s son, mastering archery and magic, despite the passion which flames between them.Vowing to rescue her mother, Xingyin embarks on a quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, Xingyin must challenge the ruthless Emperor, leaving her torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos⠦Inspired by the legend of Chang⠙e the Moon Goddess, this captivating debut weaves Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of love and family, immortals and magic.⠜A breathtaking debut novel that will sweep readers away. Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish. I love this book.⠝¯Stephanie Garber, #1 NYT bestselling author of the Caraval series⠜This vivid, unputdownable debut effortlessly whisks us into the celestial realms of Chinese high fantasy. A captivating treat for lovers of Chinese fantasy dramas and newcomers alike.⠝¯Shelley Parker-Chan, bestselling author of She Who Became the Sun⠜A lush, dreamy gem of a novel.⠝¯Shannon Chakraborty, bestselling author of The City of Brass⠜Strikingly evocative, tense, and heartfelt, Daughter of the Moon Goddess leaves you dreaming of dragons.⠝¯Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

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Jessie Inchauspé is a biochemist, author and founder of the Glucose Goddess movement (2 million followers on Instagram).With her first book Glucose Revolution a no. 1 international bestseller, she started teaching everyone about the importance of blood sugar and easy hacks to manage it.In The Glucose Goddess Method, she offers a four-week step-by-step plan to integrate simple, science-proven strategies for steadying your blood sugar into your everyday life. It comes complete with 100+ delicious recipes, an interactive workbook and lots of tips and advice from the Glucose Goddess community on how to stay on track.This Method has been used by thousands to regulate their glucose, and the results are astonishing. You will gain boundless energy, curb your cravings, clear your skin, slow your ageing process, reduce inflammation, rebalance your hormones, improve your mood and sleep better than you have ever done before. You will create positive new habits for life.The best part? You won’t be counting calories, and you’ll eat everything you love.

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An essential selection from the range and bulk of Robert Graves s poetry, edited by Ulster poet Michael Longley. This edition restores Graves to view as a major twentieth century poet, and demonstrates his manifold achievement as war poet, as love poet, and as - in the round - a secular visionary whose poems are inimitable, eccentric marvels - some of which are extraordinary, many are masterly, all are like nothing else ever written (Randall Jarrell).This edition of Robert Graves s poems is scrupulously selected from across the full range of his lifetime s verse. It opens with an illuminating introduction in which Longley makes a persuasive case for the importance of this remarkable poet.

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The acclaimed national and international bestseller“Epic, romantic, and enthralling from start to finish.”—Stephanie Garber, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Caraval series“An all-consuming work of literary fantasy that is breathtaking both for its beauty and its suspense. —BookPage, starred reviewA captivating and romantic debut epic fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess, Chang’e, in which a young woman’s quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm.Growing up on the moon, Xingyin is accustomed to solitude, unaware that she is being hidden from the feared Celestial Emperor who exiled her mother for stealing his elixir of immortality. But when Xingyin’s magic flares and her existence is discovered, she is forced to flee her home, leaving her mother behind.Alone, powerless, and afraid, she makes her way to the Celestial Kingdom, a land of wonder and secrets. Disguising her identity, she seizes an opportunity to learn alongside the emperor’s son, mastering archery and magic, even as passion flames between her and the prince.To save her mother, Xingyin embarks on a perilous quest, confronting legendary creatures and vicious enemies. But when treachery looms and forbidden magic threatens the kingdom, she must challenge the ruthless Celestial Emperor for her dream—striking a dangerous bargain in which she is torn between losing all she loves or plunging the realm into chaos.Daughter of the Moon Goddess begins an enchanting duology which weaves ancient Chinese mythology into a sweeping adventure of immortals and magic, of loss and sacrifice—where love vies with honor, dreams are fraught with betrayal, and hope emerges triumphant.

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In The Fires of Heaven, the fifth novel in Robert Jordan⠙s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, four of the most powerful Forsaken band together against the Champion of Light, Rand al⠙Thor.Prophesized to defeat the Dark One, Rand al Thor, the Dragon Reborn, has upset the balance of power across the land. Shaido Aiel are on the march, ravaging everything in their path. The White Tower s Amyrlin has been deposed, turning the Aes Sedai against one another. The forbidden city of Rhuidean is overrun by Shadowspawn.Despite the chaos swirling around him, Rand continues to learn how to harness his abilities, determined to wield the One Power--and ignoring the counsel of Moiraine Damodred at great cost.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! With Robert Jordan s untimely passing in 2007, Brandon Sanderson, the New York Times bestselling author of the Mistborn novels and the Stormlight Archive, was chosen by Jordan s editor-his wife, Harriet McDougal-to complete the final volume in The Wheel of Time(R), later expanded to three books.The Gathering Storm, the twelfth novel in Jordan s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, begins the story s dramatic conclusion as Rand al Thor, the Dragon Reborn, struggles to unite a fractured network of kingdoms and alliances in preparation for the Last Battle.War is coming. The Dark One s forces are brutal and unrelenting. Rand must forge a united front, but the Seanchan remain an immediate threat, as do the Forsaken. With so many shadows swirling around him, Rand is consumed by his responsibilities, turning heartless in the eyes of his allies, and even more merciless to his enemies.Meanwhile the Seanchan march on the White Tower, where Egwene al Vere works to rally the disparate factions of the Aes Sedai together, even as their tyrannical leader schemes against her. Providing leadership in the face of increasing uncertainty and despair, Egwene s fight will prove the mettle of the Aes Sedai, and her conflict will decide the future of the White Tower-and possibly the world itself.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time(R) by Robert Jordan has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time(R)New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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Private investigator Elvis Cole and his enigmatic partner Joe Pike face a cryptic case and a terrifyingly unpredictable killer in this twisty, edge-of-your-seat thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robert Crais. ‘Elvis Cole and Joe Pike are right up there with Harry Bosch and Reacher as must reads for me. Robert Crais has mastered the fine art of storytelling’ James Patterson ‘Robert Crais has crafted another masterpiece, delivering a gripping page-turner and a profound exploration of hidden evils; an edge-of-your-seat reading experience that will stay with you long after the final page’ Ryan Steck ‘Hands down the best book I’ve read this year. Simply incredible … it’s intricately plotted, full of Crais’s trademark wit, and packed with characters that leap off the page. Simply sensational’ M. W. CravenTraci Beller was only thirteen when her father disappeared in the sleepy town of Rancha, not far from Los Angeles. The evidence says Tommy Beller abandoned his family, but Traci never believed it. Now a super-popular influencer with millions of followers, she finally has the money to hire a new detective to uncover the truth. And that detective is Elvis Cole. Taking on a ten-years-cold missing person case is almost always a losing game, though Elvis quickly picks up a lead in Rancha when he learns that an ex-con named Sadie Givens and her daughter Anya might have a line on the missing man. But when he finds himself shadowed by a deadly gang of vicious criminals, the case flips on its head. Victims become predators, predators become prey, and when everyone is a victim, will it be possible to save them all? Calling on the help of his ex-Marine friend, Joe Pike, Elvis follows Tommy Beller #39;s trail into the twisted, nightmarish depths of a monstrous evil, even as what he finds tests his loyalty to his clients, and to himself. But the truth must come out, no matter the cost.Elvis must face The Big Empty and see justice done.PRAISE FOR ROBERT CRAIS: #39;Robert Crais is my favourite crime writer. #39; M. W. Craven ‘The smoothest writing and best storytelling you #39;ll ever read’ David Baldacci ‘A modern master of crime fiction’ Gregg Hurwitz ‘Robert Crais – and Joe Pike – will have you by the throat’ Independent #39;Just keeps getting better and better #39; Evening Standard ‘Robert Crais is hands-down the World’s Greatest Crime Fiction Writer’ Huffington Post ‘Expertly delivers his customary modern-day riff on the 1940s hardboiled idiom’ Guardian ‘Cleverly plotted, stylishly written’ Washington Post ‘One of the most reliable storytellers in modern crime fiction’ Daily Mail

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine! In The Shadow Rising, the fourth novel in Robert Jordan⠙s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time®, Rand al⠙Thor now wields the sword Callandor. He is both the Champion of Light and the Dragon Reborn. Now, he seeks answers to another prophecy that lies with the warrior people known as the Aiel to put him on the path of learning how to wield the One Power.Accompanied by Moiraine Damodred, Rand arrives at the Aiel Waste and is granted permission by the Wise Ones to enter the sacred city of Rhuidean. After passing through a doorframe ter angreal, Moiraine gains foresight while the Aiel await Rand s return, either with both arms marked by dragon symbols, validating his identity as He Who Comes With the Dawn, the Chief of Chiefs of all the Aiel⠔or to never emerge at all.Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time® has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time®New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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The Wheel of Time is now an original series on Prime Video, starring Rosamund Pike as Moiraine!In The Great Hunt, the second novel in Robert Jordan s #1 New York Times bestselling epic fantasy series, The Wheel of Time(R), Rand al Thor and his companions set out to retrieve a powerful artifact from The Dark One s Shadowspawn.For centuries, gleemen have told the tales of The Great Hunt of the Horn. So many tales about each of the Hunters, and so many Hunters to tell of...Now the Horn itself is found: the Horn of Valere long thought only legend, the Horn which will raise the dead heroes of the ages. And it is stolen.In pursuit of the thieves, Rand al Thor is determined to keep the Horn out of the grasp of The Dark One. But he has also learned that he is The Dragon Reborn-the Champion of Light destined to stand against the Shadow time and again. It is a duty and a destiny that requires Rand to uncover and master extraordinary capabilities he never imagined he possessed. Since its debut in 1990, The Wheel of Time(R) has captivated millions of readers around the globe with its scope, originality, and compelling characters. The last six books in series were all instant #1 New York Times bestsellers, and The Eye of the World was named one of America s best-loved novels by PBS s The Great American Read.The Wheel of Time(R)New Spring: The Novel#1 The Eye of the World#2 The Great Hunt#3 The Dragon Reborn#4 The Shadow Rising#5 The Fires of Heaven#6 Lord of Chaos#7 A Crown of Swords#8 The Path of Daggers#9 Winter s Heart#10 Crossroads of Twilight#11 Knife of DreamsBy Robert Jordan and Brandon Sanderson#12 The Gathering Storm#13 Towers of Midnight#14 A Memory of LightBy Robert Jordan and Teresa PattersonThe World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of TimeBy Robert Jordan, Harriet McDougal, Alan Romanczuk, and Maria SimonsThe Wheel of Time CompanionBy Robert Jordan and Amy RomanczukPatterns of the Wheel: Coloring Art Based on Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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Figurka - soška, postavička, sběratelská, výška 20 cm, materiál PVC, nepohyblivá, vhodná od 15 let Hlavní přednosti figurky Banpresto figurka Sword Art Online Espresto est-Dressy and motions-The Sun Goddess Solus Sinon Figurka Banpresto potěší každého sběratele Je vhodná pro ratolesti od 15 let Figurka ze série Manga/Anime má velmi kvalitní zpracování Použitým materiálem je PVC Banpresto figurka Sword Art Online Espresto est-Dressy and motions-The Sun Goddess Solus Sinon je dekorativní soška V balení obdržíte jednu figurku Figurka Banpresto měří 20 cm

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THE ORIGINAL HERO. A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE.Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times - battling monsters, Titans, even death himself - so graduating high school should be a piece of cake, right?Wrong. Percy needs three college recommendation letters from the gods before his final school year comes to an end.And one thing Percy knows, the Greek gods don t do anything for free.He earned his first one by retrieving Ganymede s lost chalice. Now, to secure his second letter, Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover must agree to a new challenge - pet-sitting for the goddess Hecate while she s away over Halloween week. They just need to follow her simple rules: Look after her pet polecat and mastiff like their lives depend on it (because they do). Don t touch anything - especially Hecate s magic potions! But when Grover s curiosity gets the better of him, the friends find themselves with a giant goat, a destroyed mansion, and Hecate s (terrifying and potentially deadly) pets on the loose in New York City.Now the trio have only days to find the pets and restore the mansion to order - or face the full fury of Hecate and her horrifying three-heads.It s going to take luck, demigod wiles, and some old and new friends to hunt down the animals and set things right again.

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THE ORIGINAL HERO. A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE. Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times – battling monsters, Titans, even death himself – so graduating high school should be a breeze, right? Wrong. Percy needs three recommendation letters from the gods before his final year in high school comes to an end. And one thing Percy knows, the gods on Mount Olympus don’t do anything for free. To secure his second letter, Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover agree to a new quest – pet-sitting for the goddess Hecate while she’s away over Halloween. They just need to follow her simple rules: Look after the pets like their lives depend on it (because they do) Don’t touch anything – especially Hecate’s magic potions! See points 1 and 2 But when Grover’s curiosity gets the better of him, the trio find themselves with a giant goat, a destroyed house, and Hecate’s (terrifying and potentially deadly) pets on the loose in New York City. Now the trio have twenty-four hours to find the pets and restore the mansion to order – or face the full fury of Hecate and her horrifying three-heads.

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No poet is more emblematically American than Robert Frost. Hailed as ‘the most eminent, the most distinguished Anglo-American poet’ by T.S. Eliot, he is the only writer in history to have been awarded four Pulitzer Prizes. In iconic poems like ‘Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening’, simple images summon the rural landscape of New England, and Frost unfailingly moves the reader with his profound grasp of the human condition. This is the most comprehensive and authoritative volume of Frost s verse available, comprising all eleven volumes of his poems, meticulously edited by Edward Connery Lathem. Review The most eminent, the most distinguished Anglo-American poet now living (T. S. Eliot) Frost was the first American poet who could honestly be reckoned a master-poet by world standards (Robert Graves) Robert Frost has passed into the poetic pantheon (Independent) Of all the poetry written in our generation, Frost s is most likely to stand the test of time (Lewis Gannett) About the Author Robert Frost was born in San Francisco in 1874. After the death of his father he moved with his mother and sister to Massachusetts. His first collection, A Boy s Will, was published in 1913. In 1924 he won the first of four Pulitzer Prizes for his fourth book, New Hampshire. In the 1930s, as he became ever more revered, he suffered a series of family tragedies: his youngest child Marjorie died in 1934, his wife Elinor in 1938, and his son Carol in 1940. Another daughter, Irma, suffered from mental illness. Frost s last major collection, A Witness Tree (1942), contains a number of poems reflecting these disasters. In 1957 Robert Frost received honorary degrees from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. He died in January 1963.

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THE ORIGINAL HERO. A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE.Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times â “ battling monsters, Titans, even death himself â “ so graduating high school should be a breeze, right?Wrong. Percy needs three recommendation letters from the gods before his final year in high school comes to an end. And one thing Percy knows, the gods on Mount Olympus donâ ™t do anything for free.To secure his second letter, Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover agree to a new quest â “ pet-sitting for the goddess Hecate while sheâ ™s away over Halloween. They just need to follow her simple rules:Look after the pets like their lives depend on it (because they do)Donâ ™t touch anything â “ especially Hecateâ ™s magic potions!See points 1 and 2But when Groverâ ™s curiosity gets the better of him, the trio find themselves with a giant goat, a destroyed house, and Hecateâ ™s (terrifying and potentially deadly) pets on the loose in New York City.Now the trio have twenty-four hours to find the pets and restore the mansion to order â “ or face the full fury of Hecate and her horrifying three-heads.

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A real historical figure, the British surgeon Dr. William Palmer was accused in 1856 of murdering 14 people by means of poison. The Dr. Kevorkian trial of the 19th century, with a bit of O.J. Simpson mixed in for good measure, the scandal entranced nearly the entire population of the British Isles. Everyone had an opinion on the case - including esteemed poet and historical fabulist Robert Graves. They Hanged My Saintly Billy is true crime as only a true literary master could write it, as Graves recounts the story with a fictional bent.

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THE ORIGINAL HERO. A BRAND-NEW ADVENTURE.Percy Jackson has saved the world multiple times - battling monsters, Titans, even death himself - so graduating high school should be a breeze, right?Wrong. Percy needs three recommendation letters from the gods before his final year in high school comes to an end.And one thing Percy knows, the gods on Mount Olympus don t do anything for free.To secure his second letter, Percy and his friends Annabeth and Grover agree to a new quest - pet-sitting for the goddess Hecate while she s away over Halloween. They just need to follow her simple rules: Look after the pets like their lives depend on it (because they do) Don t touch anything - especially Hecate s magic potions! See points 1 and 2 But when Grover s curiosity gets the better of him, the trio find themselves with a giant goat, a destroyed house, and Hecate s (terrifying and potentially deadly) pets on the loose in New York City.Now the trio have twenty-four hours to find the pets and restore the mansion to order - or face the full fury of Hecate and her horrifying three-heads.

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Kniha - anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná A captivating debut fantasy inspired by the legend of the Chinese moon goddess.A young woman's quest to free her mother pits her against the most powerful immortal in the realm, setting her on a dangerous path where those she loves are not the only ones at risk...

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This luxurious hardback compendium showcases the very best of the cosmic horror genre through 10 classic tales, beautifully presented with gilded page edges, patterned endpapers and cover embossing.The Necronomicon is a fictional book of dark magic that appears in several of H. P. Lovecraft s stories. With its ancient evils and long-forgotten secrets, it symbolizes the essence of cosmic horror that is at the heart of Lovecraft s fiction. His tales of tentacled Elder Gods, nightmarish visions, and creeping insanity helped create the horror genre as we know it.This anthology brings together tales from H.P. Lovecraft and his fellow writers of the weird , including Arthur Machen, Robert W. Chambers, and Lafeadio Hearn. Whether telling of the emergence of a tentacled alien being in The Call of Cthulhu or the sinister discovery of secrets in The Black Seal, the stories found here are the stuff of nightmares.Includes:• The History of the Necronomicon by H. P. Lovecraft• The Haunter of the Ring by Robert E. Howard• Nightmare-Touch by Lafcadio Hearn• The Mask by Robert W. ChambersPart of the Arcturus Gilded Classics series, this edition is features deluxe gilded page edges, silver cover embossing and ivory pages, evoking the ancient treasury of forbidden knowledge that was Lovecraft s Necronomicon.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Gilded Classics series presents luxury gift editions of classics works, printed on opulent ivory paper, featuring hardcover Wibilin binding, foil-embossed cover designs, beautifully designed end-papers and gilded page edges. These make perfect collectibles for lovers of classic literature.

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I loved Goddess with a Thousand Faces. Fascinating, fun and thoughtful and enlightening JENNIFER SAINT A beautiful weave of history, myth and storytelling by one of our most exciting new classicists DAN SNOWSteeped in ancient magic, dark divinity and wild ways, Goddess with a Thousand Faces takes you on a historical journey like no other...Blending mythological retellings with historical research, Goddess with a Thousand Faces traverses the world and transports through time to bring ten formidable and inspiring ancient goddesses to life. Meet Artemis, the Greek goddess of the wilderness, never without her bow and arrow; Sedna, Inuit goddess of the ocean, guarding the icy waters and all its creatures; Isis, Egyptian goddess of healing, who dwells by the River Nile, just to name a few...Jasmine Elmer explores these goddesses of our past, uncovering their truths, their rebellion and their freedom. For too long, they have been written out of history; lost to the sands of time and stamped into silence. Goddess with a Thousand Faces restores these women to their glory. Pour over this treasure trove of myths, legends and mighty goddesses. Hear the messages echoing through the ages and see yourself in the faces of these icons. For while their stories might ancient, today they are more important - and more powerful - than ever.A treasure trove of beautiful storytelling and ancient wisdom, perfect for fans of Love in Colour by Bolu Babalola and Storyland by Amy Jeffs. Gorgeous. Jasmine Elmer has a fierce passion for these women, and this shines through in her writing. Come for the goddesses, stay for the spiritual journey! Lizzy Tiffin, author of Bad Girls of Ancient Greece If you love history and feminist retellings, this is your next must-read. Goddess With a Thousand Faces is a thrilling exploration of lesser-known goddesses from around the world - offering a crash course in feminine myth and worship, with all its power, fury and wonder. I adored it Rachel Blackmore, author of Costanza A passionate ode to the inner goddess within us all, that blends a rich and vibrant introduction to a diverse array of cultures and mythologies with accessible retellings. Part mythical guide, part history compendium and part self-help handbook, Jasmine Elmer s sparkling debut offers up a refreshing, inclusive and powerfully feminist manifesto for what it means to be a goddess, ancient and modern Emily Hauser, author of Mythica

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A real-life adventure that inspired countless travellers in fact and fiction, the Penguin Classics edition of Robert Byron s The Road to Oxiana includes an introduction by Colin Thubron.In 1933 Robert Byron began a journey through the Middle East via Beirut, Jerusalem, Baghdad, and Teheran to Oxiana - the country of the Oxus, the ancient name for the river Amu Darya which forms part of the border between Afghanistan and the Soviet Union. The Road to Oxiana offers not only a wonderful record of his adventures, but also a rare account of the architectural treasures of a region now inaccessible to most Western travelers. Robert Byron (1905-41) was born in 1905, and educated at Eton and Merton College, Oxford. He died during the Second World War, when the ship he was serving on was torpedoed by a U-Boat off Cape Wrath. Byron s The Road to Oxiana is considered by many modern travel writers to be the first example of great travel writing.If you enjoyed The Road to Oxiana you might like Charles Darwin s The Voyage of the Beagle, also available in Penguin Classics. The greatest of all pre-war travel books William Dalrymple What Ulysses is to the novel between the wars, and what The Waste Land is to poetry, The Road to Oxiana is to the travel book Paul Fussell In any list of the great travel books of the 20th century, Robert Byron s account of his travels in Persia and Afghanistan, The Road to Oxiana, must be put somewhere near the very top Telegraph

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Part Sherlock Holmes murder mystery, part Through the Looking-Glass, The Tainted Cup is one of the wildest, most original stories WESLEY CHUAn eccentric detective and her long-suffering assistant untangle a web of magic, deceit, and murder in this sparkling fantasy reimagining of the classic crime novel - from the bestselling author of The Founders Trilogy.A peculiar crime. A brilliant investigator. A mystery of epic proportions. In an opulent mansion at the borders of the Empire, an Imperial officer lies dead - killed when a tree spontaneously erupted from his body. Even here, where contagions abound and the blood of the Leviathans works strange magical changes, it s a death at once terrifying and impossible.Called in to solve the crime is Ana Dolabra, an investigator whose reputation for brilliance is matched only by her eccentricity. At her side is her new assistant, Dinios Kol, an engraver, magically altered to possess a perfect memory.Soon, the mystery leads to a scheme that threatens the safety of the Empire itself. For Ana, all this makes for a deliciously thorny puzzle - at last, something to truly hold her attention. And Din? He ll just have to hold on for the ride. READERS LOVE ROBERT JACKSON BENNETT This is that rare thing - a book so good that you are bereft when you reach the final page. I loved this and would spend much more time in its world ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Utterly riveting read from beginning to end. Another mind blowing innovative world-build ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I couldn t put this one down and read waaay into the night to discover who did what to whom - and came away with a massive book hangover that had me dreaming of Bennett s world for the rest of the week ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I adored this book! Can t recommend it enough. Murder mystery in a fantasy setting with botanical murder weapons, augmented humans and leviathans threatening to breach city walls! It was such a wonderful, exciting book! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This book destroyed those expectations. This was fantastic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐AUTHORS LOVE ROBERT JACKSON BENNETT Engrossing and fascinating MUR LAFFERTY A masterstroke. I want Bennett to write a dozen of these, and send them to me yesterday MAX GLADSTONE Original, imaginative, and suspenseful MEG GARDINER Riveting AMAL EL-MOHTAR If you love unique, genre-bending, boundary-pushing fantasy as much as I do, look no further than Robert Jackson Bennett FONDA LEE

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A Sunday Times, Times Literary Supplement, and The Times Book of the Yearâ ˜Robert Darnton is one of the worldâ ™s greatest historians, and this is an exceptional book: a huge social and cultural portrait of Paris in the build-up to the French Revolutionâ ™ Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday Times, Books of the Year When a Parisian crowd stormed the Bastille in July 1789, it triggered an event of global consequence: the overthrow of the monarchy and the birth of a new society. Most historians account for the French Revolution by viewing it as the outcome of underlying conditions such as a faltering economy, class conflict or Enlightenment ideology. Without denying any of these, Robert Darnton offers a different explanation: what Parisians themselves, those at the centre of the Revolution, thought was happening at the time and how it guided their actions. To understand the rise of what he calls â ˜the revolutionary temperâ ™, Darnton draws on a lifetimeâ ™s study of pamphlets, books, underground newsletters, songs and public performances, exploring Paris as an information society not unlike our own. Its news circuits were centred in cafes and market-places, on park benches, and under the Palais-Royalâ ™s Tree of Cracow, a favourite gathering-place for gossips. He shows how the events of forty years â “ from disastrous treaties, official corruption and royal scandal to thrilling hot-air balloon ascents and a new conception of the nation â “ all entered the collective consciousness of ordinary Parisians. As news and opinion travelled across this profoundly unequal society, public trust in royal authority eroded, its legitimacy was undermined, and the social order unravelled. Much of Robert Darntonâ ™s work has explained the hidden dynamics of history, never more so than in this exceptional book. It is a riveting narrative, but it adds a new dimension, the perceptions of contemporary Parisians, which allows us to see these momentous decades afresh.

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An exclusive look into the preparations behind the Naples in Paris exhibition at the Louvre, beautifully captured by the renowned photographer Robert Polidori.From June 2023 to January 2024, the Musée du Louvre in Paris welcomed sixty major masterpieces from the Museo di Capodimonte, on loan for the exhibition Naples in Paris: The Louvre Hosts the Museo di Capodimonte. The former Italian royal palace, which once served as a hunting lodge for Bourbon monarchs, is now one of the largest museums in Italy holding one of the continent’s most important collections of Italian paintings, drawings, and sculptures. Among the artworks featured are the famously enigmatic Antea by Parmigianino, a poignant painting of the Crucifixion by Masaccio, The Transfiguration of Christ by Giovanni Bellini, and preparatory cartoons by Raphael and Michelangelo.On the occasion of this historic artistic exchange, acclaimed photographer Robert Polidori was granted exclusive access to the preparations of the exhibition in the Louvre’s prestigious Grand Galerie. Known for his unique images of architecture and interiors, Polidori exquisitely captures the process and inner workings of the arrival, set-up, and display of the artworks. Part photography monograph, part art history book, this unique publication reveals the hidden workings behind one of the most significant collaborative efforts among major museums in recent years.

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AFTER THE FIRST DEATH is a brilliantly tense hostage drama, by Robert Cormier, the acclaimed author of THE CHOCOLATE WAR. It is one of The Originals from Penguin - iconic, outspoken, first. On the outskirts of a small American town, a bus-load of young children is being held hostage. The hijackers are a cold and ruthless group, opposed to the secret government agency Inner Delta. At the centre of the battle are three teenagers. Miro is the terrorist with no past and no emotions. Kate is the bus driver, caught up in the nightmare, and Ben is the General s son who must act as a go-between.The Originals are the pioneers of fiction for young adults. From political awakening, war and unrequited love to addiction, teenage pregnancy and nuclear holocaust, The Originals confront big issues and articulate difficult truths. The collection includes: The Outsiders - S.E. Hinton, I Capture the Castle - Dodie Smith, Postcards from No Man s Land - Aidan Chambers, After the First Death - Robert Cormier, Dear Nobody - Berlie Doherty, The Endless Steppe - Esther Hautzig, Buddy - Nigel Hinton, Across the Barricades - Joan Lingard, The Twelfth Day of July - Joan Lingard, No Turning Back - Beverley Naidoo, Z for Zachariah - Richard C. O Brien, The Wave - Morton Rhue, The Red Pony - John Steinbeck, The Pearl - John Steinbeck, Stone Cold - Robert Swindells.

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A Modern Master Robert E. McGinnis began his career in 1947 as a cartoonist, and produced his first cover illustrations for 1956 issues of the magazines True Detective and Master Detective. Then in 1958, he painted his first paperback book cover, and from that day forward his work was in demand.The emergence of the McGinnis Woman - long-legged, intelligent, alluring, and enigmatic - established him as the go-to artist for detective novels. His work appeared on Mike Shayne titles and the Perry Mason series, and he produced 100 paintings for the Carter Brown adventures. Yet McGinnis became famous for his work in other genres as well: espionage, romance, historicals, gothics, and Westerns.McGinnis s first major magazine assignments were for The Saturday Evening Post, and his work has graced the pages of Cosmopolitan, National Geographic, Good Housekeeping, Guideposts, and others. McGinnis women frequently cropped up in the men s magazines of the 60s and 70s. His first movie poster was for Breakfast at Tiffany s, with an iconic rendering of Audrey Hepburn.Almost instantly, his poster artwork could be seen everywhere - in theaters, on billboards, in newspapers, and even on soundtrack albums. His work for Hollywood became a who s-who, with posters for James Bond, The Odd Couple, Woody Allen, The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes, and many more. Some of his most ambitious works have been his gallery paintings, often depicting stunning American landscapes, vast Western vistas, and of course, beautiful women.The Art of Robert E. McGinnis collection reveals the full scope and beauty of the work of a true American master - one whose legacy continues today.

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THE NUMBER ONE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER How I loved this book . . . Seethaler is in his very own league Elizabeth Strout It is 1966, and Robert Simon has just fulfilled his dream by taking over a café on the corner of a bustling Vienna market. He recruits a barmaid, Mila, and soon the customers flock in. Factory workers, market traders, elderly ladies, a wrestler, a painter, an unemployed seamstress in search of a job, each bring their stories and their plans for the future. As Robert listens and Mila refills their glasses, romances bloom, friendships are made and fortunes change. And change is coming to the city around them, to the little café, and to Robert s dream. A story of the hopes, kindnesses and everyday heroism of one community, The Café with No Name has charmed millions of European readers. It is an unforgettable novel about how we carry each other through good and bad times, and how even the most ordinary life is, in its own way, quite extraordinary.

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THE INTERNATIONAL BEST-SELLER It s time to unleash your inner goddess and find your authentic, fearless self with the inspiring rituals, practical exercises and thought-provoking wisdom in this book. It s no secret that women today are juggling a lot. We now make up half the workforce in the United Kingdom and are busier than ever with partners, children, family and friends, often putting the needs of others ahead of our own. And if we feel overwhelmed by it all or fall short of perfection, many of us have learned to be our own worst critic rather than our own best friend. That s where finding our inner warrior goddess comes in. In Warrior Goddess Training, bestselling author HeatherAsh Amara provides the antidote to the flawed idea that you are not enough. Direct, honest and unapologetic, Amara will show you how to release the layers of expectations to finally see yourself for the authentic, perceptive, perfect woman you really are. Drawing on wisdom from Buddhism, the Toltec tradition and ancient Earth-based goddess spirituality, the Warrior Goddess path includes personal stories, rituals and exercises that will encourage and inspire you to embrace your divine feminine goddess greatness and become the true warrior goddess you are meant to be.

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The sixth century was not a peaceful time for the Roman empire. Invaders threatened on all fronties, but they grew to respect and fear the name of Belisarius, the Emperor Justinian s greatest general. With this book Robert Graves again demonstrates his command of a vast historical subject, creating a startling and vivid picture of a decadent era.

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Sergeant Roger Lamb is in a prison camp near Boston with 3,000 other soldiers in General Johnny Burgoyne s army who surrendered at the Battle of Saratoga. Lamb is a non-commissioned officer in the British Army who served in America during the American War of Independence. But the American Congress refuses to ratify a repatriation agreement and Lamb plans an escape. He manages to make his way through General Washington s lines and rejoins Cornwallis in the Carolinas, fighting with him until Yorktown. Then he makes another remarkable escape to rejoin the British in New York. The second in a two-book series, this account is inspired by the real-life Sergeant Lamb s personal memoirs. Renowned poet, classicist, and novelist Robert Graves traces the sergeant s harrowing time in military service, providing a compelling, only barely fictionalized eyewitness account of a crucial point in American history.

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NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES ON PRIME VIDEOThe Wheel of Time Box Set 2 includes volumes four, five and six of Robert Jordan s internationally bestselling Wheel of Time series, one of the most influential and popular fantasy epics ever published - now a major TV series on Prime video.In this Age of myth and legend, the Wheel of Time turns. What was, what may be, and what is, may yet fall under the Shadow. EPIC IN EVERY SENSE Sunday TimesThis box set contains:Book 4: The Shadow RisingBook 5: Fires of HeavenBook 6: Lord of ChaosCollect all the Wheel of Time box sets in this series:The Wheel of Time Box Set 1: Books 1-3 (The Eye of the World, The Great Hunt, The Dragon Reborn)The Wheel of Time Box Set 2: Books 4-6 (The Shadow Rising, Fires of Heaven and Lord of Chaos)The Wheel of Time Box Set 3: Books 7-9 (A Crown of Swords, The Path of Daggers, Winter s Heart)The Wheel of Time Box Set 4: Books 10-12 (Crossroads of Twilight, Knife of Dreams, The Gathering Storm)The Wheel of Time Box Set 5: Books 13, 14 prequel (Towers of Midnight, A Memory of Light, New Spring)Also look out for The Complete Wheel of Time Box Set, a box set containing all fifteen novels in this monumental series, presented in a sturdy box with a wood-finish effect. WITH THE WHEEL OF TIME, JORDAN HAS COME TO DOMINATE THE WORLD THAT TOLKIEN BEGAN TO REVEAL New York Times [THE] AMBITIOUS WHEEL OF TIME SERIES HELPED REDEFINE THE GENRE George R. R. Martin A FANTASY PHENOMENON SFXThe Wheel of Time series:Book 1: The Eye of the WorldBook 2: The Great HuntBook 3: The Dragon RebornBook 4: The Shadow RisingBook 5: The Fires of HeavenBook 6: Lord of ChaosBook 7: A Crown of SwordsBook 8: The Path of DaggersBook 9: Winter s HeartBook 10: Crossroads of TwilightBook 11: Knife of DreamsBook 12: The Gathering StormBook 13: Towers of MidnightBook 14: A Memory of LightPrequel: New SpringLook out for the companion book: The World of Robert Jordan s The Wheel of Time

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With contributions by: William Boyd, Candice Carty-Williams, Imtiaz Dharker, Roddy Doyle, Pico Iyer, Robert Macfarlane, Andy Miller, Jackie Morris, Jan Morris, Sisonke Msimang, Dina Nayeri, Chigozie Obioma, Michael Ondaatje, David Pilling, Max Porter, Philip Pullman, Alice Pung, Jancis Robinson, S.F.Said, Madeleine Thien, Salley Vickers, John Wood and Markus Zusak This story, like so many stories, begins with a gift. The gift, like so many gifts, was a book... So begins the essay by Robert Macfarlane that inspired this collection. In this cornucopia of an anthology, you will find essays by some of the world s most beloved novelists, nonfiction writers, essayists and poets. You will see books taking flight in flocks, migrating around the world, landing in people s hearts and changing them for a day or a year or a lifetime. You will see books sparking wonder or anger; throwing open windows into other languages, other cultures, other minds; causing people to fall in love or to fight for what is right. And more than anything, over and over again, you will see books and words being given, received and read - and in turn prompting further generosity. Published to coincide with the 20th anniversary of global literacy non-profit, Room to Read, The Gifts of Reading forms inspiring, unforgettable, irresistible proof of the power and necessity of books and reading.Inspired by Robert Macfarlane Curated by Jennie Orchard

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Discover the story of Robert Louis Stevenson #39;s The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde with this exquisite edition from Union Square Co.’s Signature Gilded Editions series! The stunning The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde special edition features sprayed edges, color end pages, a built-in ribbon bookmark, and embossed foil cover. The beautiful design and attention to detail set this special edition book apart, whether you’re reading for the first time or building a library of your favorite classic literature books. What a study in contrasts is the friendship between Henry Jekyll and his boon companion, Edward Hyde. Where Jekyll is a handsome and respected man of science, Hyde is a surly and brutish misanthrope. Nevertheless, Jekyll allows Hyde free access to his home and laboratory and, surprisingly, madehim the sole beneficiary of his will. Given the closeness of their bond, it seems peculiar that no one has ever seen the two men together in public. And yet they share a remarkable chemistry. . . . First published in 1886, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is Robert Louis Stevenson #39;s classic tale of the duality of human nature and his iconic presentation of what would come to be referred to as the split personality. Born in 1850 in Edinburgh, Scotland, Stevenson crafted this novella during the Victorian era, a period marked by strict social mores and a fascination with the dual nature of man. The story delves into the duality of human nature, portraying Dr. Henry Jekyll #39;s harrowing struggle with his darker self, Mr. Edward Hyde, through a transformative potion that he creates. Considered a pioneering work in the psychological horror genre, it explores themes of identity, human evil, and the societal pressures that influence personal choices. Historically, it reflects the Victorian anxiety about the public and private spheres and the fears of degeneration prevalent in the late nineteenth century. Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde challenges the notion of inherent goodness and questions the possibility of fully understanding one #39;s own multiplicity and capacity for evil. Its enduring appeal lies in its profound philosophical questions about the essential conflict within human nature.

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The perfect pocketbook gift for the power-hungry - from the modern Machiavelli , Robert Greene, international bestselling sensation author of The 48 Laws of Power, Seduction and War. This concise version of the business classic Mastery provides a shortcut to Greene s powerful new tools for achieving greatness. Around the globe, people are facing the same problem - that we are born as individuals but are forced to conform to the rules of society if we want to succeed. To see our uniqueness expressed in our achievements, we must first learn the rules - and then change them completely.Charles Darwin began as an underachieving schoolboy, Leonardo da Vinci as an illegitimate outcast. The secret of their eventual greatness lies in a rigorous apprenticeship : they learnt to master the hidden codes which determine ultimate success or failure. Then, they rewrote the rules as a reflection of their own individuality.Told through Robert Greene s signature blend of historical anecdote and psychological insight and drawing on interviews with world leaders, Concise Mastery builds on the strategies outlined in The 48 Laws of Power to provide a practical guide to greatness - and learn how to start living by your own rules.

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***OUT NOW, PRECIPICE, THE THRILLING NEW NOVEL FROM ROBERT HARRIS*** An unputdownable thriller about corrupt power and sex Sunday Telegraph Guaranteed to keep you awake The TimesA body washes up on the deserted coastline of America s most exclusive holiday retreat. But it s no open-and-shut case of suicide. The death of Robert McAra is just the first piece of the jigsaw in an extraordinary plot that will shake the very foundations of international security.For McAra was a man who knew too much. As ghostwriter to one of the most controversial men on the planet - Britain s former prime minister, holed up in a remote ocean-front house to finish his memoirs - he stumbled across secrets which cost him his life.When a new ghostwriter is sent out to rescue the project it could be the opportunity of a lifetime. Or the start of a deadly assignment propelled by deception and intrigue - from which there will be no escape . . . Brilliantly persuasive, right up to the last page of its astonishing and unpredictable conclusion Economist Truly thrilling Sunday Times

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THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE SAMUEL JOHNSON PRIZEThe original bestseller from the beloved author of UNDERLAND, LANDMARKS and THE LOST WORDS - Robert Macfarlane travels Britain s ancient paths and discovers the secrets of our beautiful, underappreciated landscape The Old Ways confirms Macfarlane s reputation as one of the most eloquent and observant of contemporary writers about nature Scotland on SundayFollowing the tracks, holloways, drove-roads and sea paths that form part of a vast ancient network of routes criss-crossing the British Isles and beyond, Robert Macfarlane discovers a lost world - a landscape of the feet and the mind, of pilgrimage and ritual, of stories and ghosts; above all of the places and journeys which inspire and inhabit our imaginations. Sublime... It sets the imagination tingling, laying an irresistible trail for readers to follow Sunday Times Read this and it will be impossible to take an unremarkable walk again Metro He has a rare physical intelligence and affords total immersion in place, elements and the passage of time: wonderful Antony Gormley

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Discover 46 inspiring goddesses from cultures around the world and feel uplifted by their empowering stories as you colour.Goddess Colouring features 46 stunning goddess illustrations by artist Ana Jarén. Meet goddesses from a diverse range of cultures, from the Inca Moon goddess, Mama Quilla, to the Japanese goddess of flow, Benzaiten. Discover their stories and celebrate the significance of each goddess in the present day. Each intricate illustration is accompanied by meticulously researched and fascinatingly detailed information about the featured goddesses and the cultures behind them. These empowering words of wisdom are sure to inspire readers as they colour.Ana Jarén’s unique flair for bringing the diverse moods and personalities of her subjects to life lends itself perfectly to the world of these bewitching goddesses. All of the text and illustrations have been developed alongside expert consultants. Look closely and you #39;ll find historical details and hidden symbolism to explore in each illustration.Also by Ana Jarén:Astrology Colouring 9781912785537 – over 100,000 copies sold in the English language

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Celebrate 50 years of adventure as Chas McGill and friends turn war trophies into perilous games, in Robert Westall s acclaimed classic and a Carnegie Medal winner, The Machine Gunners. Chas McGill has the second-best collection of war souvenirs in Garmouth but wants it to be the best. When he stumbles across the wreckage of a downed German bomber, he finds the ultimate trophy â “ a working machine gun.Hiding his discovery from the local police, Chas recruits his friends and together they build a fortress for their prize. But war is not a game and soon both friendships and loyalties are tested when the gang s actions have dangerous consequences.Robert Westall wrote The Machine Gunners for his son, Christopher, based on his own experiences during the Second World War. A modern classic of children s fiction, it went on to win the CILIP Carnegie Medal in 1975 and has been in print ever since.With a new refreshed cover for the 50th anniversary.

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From America’s most beloved foursome—the TikTok sensation @oldgays—a book of unexpected aspirational advice and inspirational stories drawn from their decades of living, from pre-Stonewall to the rise of the LGBTQ+ movement to gay marriage and beyond.Ranging in age from sixty-seven to eighty, Mick, Jessay, Robert, and Bill are the real-life Golden Girls of the social media era, a quartet of old gays whose hard-won confidence and awesome authenticity have taken the culture by storm. They are America’s queens—and, more important, they are survivors whose lives have been transformed by sweeping cultural change. In this fabulously fun and entertaining book, they share their stories—humorous, heartbreaking, shocking, and profound tales that only older gay men can tell. It was their generation that was devastated by AIDS, a health crisis that deprived us of so many brilliant, creative lives, including many of their friends.In this delightful group memoir, Mick, Jessay, Robert, and Bill tell all about their lives, revealing who they are beyond TikTok, where they came from, and how they found one another. They offer their collective wisdom on a rainbow of topics, including coming out, sex, gay liberation, gay marriage, AIDS, aging, and saving the best act for last. Outrageous and hilarious, refreshingly earnest and unfiltered, engaging and insightful, they’ve been through it all—harassment, divorce, depression, bankruptcy, even near-death experiences. Between the four of them, there’s not much of life they haven’t seen or done, and now they dish on everything from fitness and fabulous dinner parties to church and orgies.An intimate and moving portrait of four friends who have experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly, and are still looking forward to the best that is yet to come, The Old Gays Guide to the Good Life is a celebration of lives lived to the fullest—sometimes against all odds—a lesson for all of us that age is just a number and that getting older can be audaciously fun.

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Attempts to create a greener capitalism have failed and the world stands on the edge of a climate and ecological catastrophe. This book maps out a fresh direction - based on a democratic social, economic and sustainable ecological transformation in the interests of the global majority - and demonstrates precisely how this can be achieved.

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HE DISAPPEARED. SHE NEVER STOPPED LOOKING. Private investigator Elvis Cole and his enigmatic partner Joe Pike face a cryptic case and a terrifyingly unpredictable killer in this twisty, edge-of-your-seat thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robert Crais. ‘Robert Crais has mastered the fine art of storytelling’ James Patterson ‘Hands down the best book I’ve read this year. Simply incredible’ M. W. CravenWhen influencer Traci Beller hires PI Elvis Cole to find her father, who has been missing for ten years and presumed to have walked out on his family, the case seems like it will stay cold. But in Rancha, nothing stays buried forever. What starts as a search for answers twists into a deadly race against time, as victims become predators, and predators become prey. With ex-Marine Joe Pike by his side, Elvis follows Tommy’s trail into a darkness that will challenge his loyalty to his clients—and to himself.The truth is waiting in The Big Empty. But can Elvis survive what he finds?Readers love The Big Empty . . . (5 star reviews*****) #39;The Big Empty is one of my top favorite 2025 mystery novels! #39; #39;Once I started reading this, I couldn #39;t put it down #39; #39;This book has everything you love about Elvis Cole and Joe Pike #39; #39;Five stars all the way. Highly recommended #39; #39;My one word review for this one would be wow! #39;

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From New York Times bestselling author Robert Cheeke comes a new way of thinking about helping animals and the environment -- and making the biggest impact possible with the resources already available to you. When it comes to reducing animal suffering, many people aren t sure where to start or which options are most beneficial. Charitable donations? Volunteer work? Dining at vegan restaurants? Meatless Monday? But the truth is that you have far more power than you think to make a real difference. Inspired by the effective altruism movement, The Impactful Vegan teaches readers how to audit their impact and follow methods that have been scrutinized, evaluated, and determined to do the most good for animals. From trusted vegan activist and motivational speaker Robert Cheeke, this in-depth guide will show you just how easy it is to help animals and protect the Earth, by breaking down: How to identify the best organizations and volunteer efforts; Why supporting for-profit vegan businesses is vital; Why some approaches to promoting animal rights and veganism aren t helpful, and in fact, could be harmful for animals, despite best intentions; How to choose a career path that aligns with your values and helps you meet your goals; How influencers can build a personal brand and leverage it to promote veganism. Some of these actions are easier and more important than one might think, and armed with this knowledge you can put your ethics into action. This book will help you help animals every day.

Objev podobné jako The Impactful Vegan - Robert Cheeke

Kniha - autor Robert A. Caro, 1344 stran, anglicky, Brožovaná bez přebalu matná - autor Robert A. Caro, 1344 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu matná This is the first and foremost a brilliant multidimensional portrait of a man-an extraordinary man who, denied power within the normal framework of the democratic process, stepped outside that framework to grasp power sufficient to shape a great city and hold sway over the very texture of millions of lives.

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The Dark Goddess beckons you now to take your first sacred steps into the darkness . . .If you #39;ve been experiencing sombre times and wish to return to the light you can harness the wisdom of the Dark Goddess with this practical self-help survival manual, which will reshape your dark night of the soul.The Dark Goddess spins the web of fate and instigates big changes that lead to transformation. Each of her incarnations within this book, from Baba Yaga, Hel and Cerridwen to Sheela-na-gig and the Morrighan, will shed light on illusions and how to uncover and embrace your shadow influencer and transcend through empowering rituals, goddess magick, faery tale symbolism, invocations, healing spells and sacred journalling so you can return from your dark night whole and evolved and with fully reclaimed power.

Objev podobné jako Reclaim your Dark Goddess - Flavia Kate Peters

From the author of the home decorating bestseller, For the Love of White, comes an inspirational and informative guide to creating a welcoming home through the seasons using a white and neutral palette. Unsurprisingly for a book created by The White Company Founder Chrissie Rucker, this showcases 10 stylist interiors - divided into chapters named after the four seasons - each with a high concentration of white, be it on walls, furniture, textiles or accessories. What it demonstrates is that white need not be bland. Taking a close look at each composed and elegant case study, Chrissie points out the elements that make a room interesting, why a fabric or piece of furniture elevates a scheme, or how the simple addition of a table setting might render it the perfect serene and welcoming space to host a dinner party. The home rituals dispersed throughout provide useful tips on how to refresh your house as the seasons change. Christabel Chubb, House Garden Packed with gorgeous inspiration and clever ideas, it ll help you create unique, characterful rooms with with the palest of shades. House Beautiful White Company founder Chrissie Rucker s new coffee-table book offers plenty of ideas for decorating your home in her signature, soothing style. The Telegraph, Best Home Christmas Gifts 2022 Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company shows how people use shades of white to great effect in their own homes. Good Housekeeping An absolute delight. Woman Home These homes will inspire anyone who loves tranquil surroundings. Sunday Express Beautiful. Grazia I love a home to feel warm, inviting, personal and lived-in - and mastering how to decorate with white and neutrals is a wonderful way to achieve this. - CHRISSIE RUCKERIn her much-anticipated second book, The Art Of Living With White, Chrissie Rucker, Founder of The White Company, explores 10 inspirational homes that illustrate beautifully different ways to use white and neutrals through the seasons. The homes vary in size, style and location - from a minimalist city pied-Ã -terre to a New England-style country house - but what unites them all is the welcoming, stylish and calm feel that their owners have each created.The homes are grouped into the four seasons and each chapter ends with a summary of seasonal rituals that will work in any home. A concluding chapter - Inspiration Resources - considers finding your own style, how to create a good balance between work and home in interior spaces, the art of simple entertaining and the importance of scent and touch in a truly comfortable home.Praise for The White Company: For the Love of White A testament to the power of neutrals - House and Garden A visual feast with a passion for all things white at its heart - House Beautiful

Objev podobné jako The White Company The Art of Living with White - Chrissie Rucker, The White Company Ltd

The Different Company White Zagora, 100 ml, Toaletní vody pro ženy, White Zagora je květinová vůně pro ženy z kolekce L Esprit Cologne francouzské značky nikových (niche) parfémů The Different Company. Filosofie této značky vzniklé v roce 2000 je založena na oslavě potěšení smyslů, kráse a výjimečnosti pravých francouzských parfémů a unikátnosti designových flakonů. Cílem The Different Company je nabízet výjimečné zboží s moderní vizí luxusu založenou na kořenech slavné tradice vysoké parfumerie (haute parfumerie). Všechny vůně vytvořené v rámci kolekce The Different Company L Esprit Cologne renomovanou návrhářkou parfémů Emilie (Bevierre) Coppermann se vyznačující osvěžujícím letním charakterem a elánem. nbsp; The White Zagora není výjimkou. Tato smyslná orientální toaletní voda, založená na akordech květů pomerančovníku, osvěžených zářivými citrusovými akordy, je inspirovaná saharskou oázou stejného jména. White Zagora je největší oázou Maroka, nebem uprostřed slunečného a suchého pekelného žáru. Toaletní voda The Different Company White Zagora nás se svou zářivou, jiskřivou a smyslnou vůní vezme na olfaktorickou výpravu na toto úchvatné vzdálené místo. Vonná kompozice The Different Company White Zagora se v hlavě otevírá akordy neroli, bergamotu a dalších citrusů. V květinovém srdci zavoní květ pomerančovníku, oslazený medovou tuberózou a květem broskvoně. Hřejivý, smyslný a tak trochu roztomile mazlivý základ sestává z tónů vonokvětky (osmanthus), světlého pižma a jantaru. Celkové aroma, spojující citrusové a bílé a další květinové stránky s ovocnými a svěžími aspekty, je smyslné, jemné, svěží, plné jasu a především nesmírně příjemné. Toaletní voda The Different Company White Zagora je svěží oázou ve flakonu… White Zagora se hodí především na denní nošení v teplých měsících. Tato mistrovská toaletní voda značky The Different Company si získá především milovnice květinových vůní s výraznou citrusovou stránkou a poutavým dotekem orientální exotiky. Nadchne také každou dámu, která dokáže u parfému ocenit skutečnou kvalitu, nápaditost a modernost vystavěnou na tradičních základech. Svou nositelku zahalí White Zagora do přitažlivého svěžího aroma a projasní jí den atmosférou nádherné oázy. Všechny parfémy The Different Company kromě mistrovských kompozic vůní a neúprosné kvality a luxusnosti všech surovin vynikají také svým balením. Přímo ikonické flakony značky, vyrobené z unikátního špičkového skla, jsou pravým ztělesněním luxusu, moderním a ekologickým mistrovským dílem. Obohaťte svou kosmetickou výbavu o parfémovanou vodu The Different Company White Zagora a zamilujte se do vůně, která vás vezme na výpravu do nádherné saharské oázy. Díky vytříbené kvalitě a luxusu vůně a úchvatnosti designového flakonu doplněného elegantní světlou krabičkou je White Zagora také dokonalým dárkem pro ženu, které chcete dopřát něco skutečně výjimečného. The Different Company White Zagora – svěží, smyslná, zářivá a jiskřivá květinová vůně, inspirovaná největší oázou Maroka.

Objev podobné jako The Different Company White Zagora toaletní voda pro ženy 100 ml