Books
Philosophy for a clear mind and deliberate work, in editions we have the right to offer. Each one is a one-time purchase that stays in your library.
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
It follows Edward Scrope, Lord Bishop of Princhester, as he confronts a devastating spiritual crisis during World War I. Plagued by doctrinal doubts, insomnia, and a sense that his Anglican faith has become irrelevant, the bishop experiences mystical visions after taking a mysterious drug.
$7.00
Oscar Wilde
Modern · Intermediate
Wilde presents a libertarian socialist vision that challenges conventional charity and capitalism.
$5.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
When a mysterious luminous object enters the Solar System and collides with Neptune, it creates a massive fireball hurtling toward Earth.
$5.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
Written shortly after killing off Sherlock Holmes, Conan Doyle crafted this deeply autobiographical work to pursue a more literary direction.
$7.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Published in 1895 as Wells's first short story collection, these fantasy and science fiction tales explore strange orchids, mysterious bacilli, diamond makers, and exotic islands.
$5.00
Mark Twain
Modern · Intermediate
A valuable Siamese white elephant, traveling as a diplomatic gift to the Queen of Britain, mysteriously vanishes in New Jersey.
$5.00
L. M. Montgomery
Modern · Introductory
It follows young cousins and their friends spending a summer on a Prince Edward Island farm, captivated by their cousin Sara Stanley—the Story Girl—whose gift for storytelling brings magic to everyday life.
$7.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
It chronicles Frederick William Sanderson, headmaster of Oundle School and Wells's personal friend.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
When London lawyer Gabriel John Utterson investigates strange occurrences involving his old friend Dr. Henry Jekyll and a murderous criminal named Edward Hyde, he uncovers a disturbing mystery.
$5.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Advanced
The text argues that divorce is treated as a form of liberation in modern society but critiques this notion by asserting that it undermines the sanctity of marriage, which is fundamentally a promise or vow.
$5.00
L. Frank Baum
Modern · Intermediate
Set in a whimsical valley where everything is edible and people are immortal, the story follows the Monarch of Mo and his royal family through episodic adventures.
$7.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
A Victorian scientist known as the Time Traveller journeys to the year 802,701, where he discovers humanity has evolved into two distinct species: the childlike Eloi and the savage Morlocks.
$5.00
L. Frank Baum
Modern · Intermediate
When a wandering boy questions why the Tin Woodman never returned to his lost love Nimmie Amee, the hero embarks on a quest to find her.
$7.00
Mark Twain
Modern · Intermediate
Set in a Mississippi River town, it tells the story of two infants—one born into slavery with 1/32 black ancestry, the other white and free—who are secretly switched in their cradles.
$7.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The story unfolds on the banks of the Nile in Nubia, following a diverse group of passengers aboard the "Korosko", including Colonel Cochrane, Miss Adams, and Mr. Stephens, as they embark on a journey that takes a tragic turn.
$5.00
Mark Twain
Modern · Advanced
Twain’s work aims to clarify the complex language and intentions behind the treaty, which was aimed at fostering better understanding and cooperation between the two nations.
$5.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
The story opens with Squire Vane, an eccentric and somewhat impractical gentleman whose views clash with the superstitions of his Cornish neighbors.
$5.00
Charles Dickens
Modern · Advanced
Adopting the persona of a wandering observer, Dickens documents his explorations through Victorian London and beyond, traveling "for the great house of Human Interest Brothers.
$5.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Introductory
This modern retelling of the Book of Job follows schoolmaster Job Huss, whose life has collapsed under a series of tragedies: a school epidemic, fatal accidents, his son's death in war, and his own cancer diagnosis.
$7.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
This work explores various themes related to the nature of diversity in society, culture, and human behavior.
$5.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Introductory
In this fourth Sherlock Holmes mystery, the detective receives a coded warning about a plot against a country gentleman named Douglas.
$7.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Advanced
The book explores the interplay of various literary movements during the Victorian era, analyzing how this literature reflects the complexities of moral and social issues of its time.
$5.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Advanced
The book explores significant spiritual and religious ideas, primarily focusing on the implications of modern spiritualism and the new revelations concerning life after death.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This tale, influenced by Icelandic sagas, delves into themes of vanity, greed, and the supernatural, as it explores the dynamics of human relationships through complex female characters and their interactions within a pastoral setting.
$5.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The book chronicles Doyle's journey as he travels from Britain to Australia, sharing his insights and personal encounters related to spiritualism.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs
Modern · Intermediate
The story unfolds in a time of conflict between Native American tribes and the encroaching forces of European settlers, primarily focusing on the lives of the Apaches.
$7.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The book discusses the complex background leading to the Boer War, exploring the historical, political, and social dynamics between the British Empire and the Boer republics.
$5.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
The story follows Bert Smallways, an ordinary bicycle engineer who accidentally stumbles upon secret aircraft technology and gets swept into a catastrophic global conflict.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
When Martians with superior intelligence and advanced weapons invade Earth, humanity faces extinction.
$7.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
The book serves as a reflection and analysis of the causes and implications of World War I, advocating for a complete transformation of global politics and society to prevent future conflicts.
$5.00
Edgar Rice Burroughs
Modern · Intermediate
John Carter races across the frozen polar regions of Mars to rescue his imprisoned wife, Princess Dejah Thoris, from vengeful enemies who have abducted her.
$7.00
Jane Austen
Modern · Intermediate
Emma Watson, brought up by a wealthy aunt, returns to her own family of modest means and enters the society of a small country town.
$5.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Articles by H. G. Wells on the politics of the late 1920s: China, Fascism, democracy, British government, communism and the future of labour.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Mr. Hoopdriver, a poorly paid draper's assistant, escapes his grinding routine for a ten-day bicycling holiday along England's southern coast.
$7.00
Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Introductory
Set during the Hundred Years' War in 1366-1367, it follows young Alleyne as he leaves his sheltered abbey life to discover the world.
$7.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Lady Ellen Harman finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage to Sir Isaac, a domineering self-made businessman.
$7.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Introductory
Chesterton's whimsical yet style captures the contrasts of joy and sorrow, questioning morality, and exploring the nature of belief in a changing world.
$5.00
G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
The stories often weave themes of morality and the interplay between innocence and guilt, all set against a backdrop of quaint English settings and broader philosophical discussions.
$5.00
H. G. Wells
Modern · Introductory
When an angel from the "Land of Dreams" is mistaken for a bird and shot by a country vicar, he finds himself stranded in Victorian England.
$7.00
L. Frank Baum
Modern · Introductory
When a cyclone sweeps young Dorothy and her dog Toto from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz, she discovers only one way home: she must destroy the Wicked Witch of the West.
$7.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
Included within this edition are travel essays and personal narratives, notably featuring "An Inland Voyage," which recounts Stevenson's experiences while paddling through Belgium and France.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume features "The Amateur Emigrant," which captures the experiences of individuals aboard an emigrant ship from Europe to America, focusing on their diverse backgrounds and the emotional complexities of leaving home.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Advanced
This volume includes "Familiar Studies of Men and Books," where Stevenson offers insights into various literary figures such as Victor Hugo, Robert Burns, and Walt Whitman, reflecting on their works and impact on literature.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes stories such as "New Arabian Nights," featuring the character Prince Florizel of Bohemia, who engages in adventurous escapades that lead him into the shadowy realms of society and existential inquiry.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
It starts with a prologue set in a lively cigar divan in London, where two old friends, Paul Somerset and Edward Challoner, reconnect.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume prominently features the adventure novel "Treasure Island," which follows the young protagonist Jim Hawkins as he embarks on a perilous quest for buried treasure.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Introductory
This volume includes the novel "Prince Otto," which follows the titular character, a prince of the fictional principality of Grünewald, as he embarks on various adventures that intertwine love, politics, and personal reflection.
$5.00
Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume notably features "The Black Arrow," a historical novel set during the tumultuous period of the Wars of the Roses in England.
$5.00