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Richard Burton

A Christmas Story (Burton)

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Oscar Wilde

The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays

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Charles Dickens

A Christmas Carol and Other Christmas Classics

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Diana Secker Tesdell

Christmas Stories

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$18.00
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Fyodor Dostoyevsky

The Brothers Karamazov

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David Edmonds

Rousseau's Dog: Two Great Thinkers at War in the Age of Enlightenment

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Albert Camus

The Fall

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Blaise Pascal

Pensées

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$8.99

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Daniel Defoe's Robinson Crusoe is a seminal work in the adventure genre, chronicling the harrowing and transformative journey of a mariner stranded on a deserted island. This 2003 Barnes & Noble first edition hardcover includes an insightful Introduction and Notes by L.J. Swingle, with George Stade serving as Consulting Editorial Director. Their scholarly contributions provide rich context and analysis, enhancing the reader's understanding of Defoe's narrative and its enduring impact. Bound in durable cloth, this edition is a valuable addition to any literary collection, offering both aesthetic appeal and academic depth. — Quick view Add to Cart

Daniel Defoe

Robinson Crusoe (Barnes & Noble Classics Hardcover Edition)

$10.00

Geoffrey Chaucer’s The Canterbury Tales, delivered here in Nevill Coghill’s masterful modern English verse, is a vivid and witty tapestry of medieval life. Pilgrims from diverse social strata embark on a journey to Canterbury, telling stories that span courtly romance, moral allegory, ribald farce, and pointed satire—all woven together by Coghill’s lively introduction and illuminating notes. This Penguin Classics trade paperback keeps the vigor and poetic richness of Chaucer’s 14th-century Middle English while making it wonderfully accessible. — Quick view Add to Cart

Geoffrey Chaucer

The Canterbury Tales

MSRP: $11.00

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In The Murder of Roger Ackroyd, Agatha Christie crafts a masterful whodunit that has captivated readers since its publication in 1926. The story unfolds in the quiet village of King’s Abbot, where Dr. James Sheppard, the local physician, narrates the shocking murder of Roger Ackroyd, a wealthy widower. After a dinner conversation reveals dark secrets and blackmail surrounding the death of a previous widow, Ackroyd is found dead in his study, stabbed with a dagger. The brilliant detective Hercule Poirot, who has retired to the village, is called upon to unravel the mystery. With its innovative twist ending and exploration of human nature, this novel is often hailed as one of Christie's finest works. — Quick view Add to Cart

Agatha Christie

The Murder of Roger Ackroyd

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What Everyone Needs to Know About God by Don Stewart offers a concise and accessible exploration of foundational questions surrounding the nature and existence of God as revealed in the Bible. Drawing from a wealth of biblical scholarship, Stewart addresses common inquiries such as the existence of God, His attributes, and the evidence supporting His reality. This book serves as an invaluable resource for both seekers and believers, providing clear, scripturally grounded answers to life's most profound questions. — Quick view Add to Cart

Don Stewart

What Everyone Needs to Know About God

$16.00

75 Short Masterpieces is a fascinating anthology curated by Roger B. Goodman, presenting 75 outstanding flash-fiction gems from world literature. Each tale, many just a few pages long, packs a powerful emotional punch—whether it’s Graham Greene’s chilling "Proof Positive", Tolstoy’s moving "The Three Hermits", or the sharp wit of John Collier’s "The Chaser". Spanning centuries and continents, the collection embraces authors from Boccaccio to Sylvia Townsend Warner, showcasing the dramatic impact that can be achieved in extraordinarily concise storytelling. — Quick view Add to Cart

Roger B. Goodman

75 Short Masterpieces: Stories from the World's Literature

$7.00

Geraldine Brooks’s People of the Book is a richly layered historical novel that takes readers on a haunting, centuries-spanning journey anchored by the Sarajevo Haggadah, an exquisitely illuminated Jewish text that survives war, exile, and persecution. In 1996, Australian book-restorer Hanna Heath is tasked with conserving the Haggadah—but a few unexpected artifacts found in its binding—a butterfly wing, a wine stain, a hair, salt crystals—unravel a tapestry of stories from 15th-century Spain to WWII Sarajevo, revealing how individuals of all faiths risked everything to preserve this precious book. Through atmospheric storytelling and meticulous research, Brooks weaves a sweeping narrative of resilience, tolerance, and the fragile human impulse to protect culture and memory. — Quick view Add to Cart

Geraldine Brooks

People of the Book

MSRP: $18.00

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Discover where we truly come from—not just human or terrestrial, but cosmic. In this beautifully written and accessible volume, Tyson and Goldsmith guide readers through awe-inspiring scientific breakthroughs with clarity and exuberance. From the first glimpses of galaxy formation to Spirit Rover’s Mars explorations and the discovery of subsurface water on distant moons, this book turns the universe into an intimate story of our own origins. Deeply informative yet wonderfully energizing, it's science writing at its most exhilarating. — Quick view Add to Cart

Neil deGrasse Tyson and Donald Goldsmith

Origins (Reissue)

MSRP: $19.95

$12.00

Culture and Value compiles Ludwig Wittgenstein’s deeply reflective remarks on art, culture, spirituality, and the nature of philosophy—delicately translated by Peter Winch and thoughtfully edited by G. H. von Wright with Heikki Nyman. Arranged chronologically and presented with the original German alongside the English, this edition invites readers into Wittgenstein’s more personal and less technical side. From musings on genius and architecture to reflections on religion and being Jewish, the book offers a rare glimpse into the private philosophizing of one of the 20th century’s most influential thinkers, making it both intellectually enriching and emotionally resonant. — Quick view Add to Cart

Ludwig Wittgenstein

Culture and Value

$14.00

In A History of Classical Physics, J.D. Bernal delivers a masterful, accessible survey of physics’ sweeping journey—from ancient Greek atomism through the Enlightenment’s mechanical world to the dawn of relativity and quantum theory. With clarity, wit, and a keen sense of storytelling, Bernal weaves the lives of pivotal thinkers, the evolution of their ideas, and the social forces that shaped them into a compelling narrative. The result is an enlightening read that's both scholarly and engaging—perfect for students, history lovers, or anyone curious about how the science of the universe took shape. — Quick view Add to Cart

J.D. Bernal

A History of Classical Physics: From Antiquity to the Quantum

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Step into the cosmic frontier with 2061: Odyssey Three—where Arthur C. Clarke reignites wonder and speculation. Dr. Heywood Floyd, now over a century old but still sharp, signs aboard the elegant Universe for humanity’s first landing on Halley’s Comet. Yet the mission takes an urgent turn when the Galaxy is stranded on Europa, the mysterious surface of which hides a diamond the size of a mountain. As Floyd races against time through space and intrigue, the novel brings readers face-to-face with the monolith’s enduring mysteries, deeply changing worldviews, and the boundless promise of our evolving solar system. — Quick view Add to Cart

Arthur C. Clarke

2061: Odyssey Three

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A. Merritt’s The Face in the Abyss is a captivating blend of fantasy and adventure that plunges readers into a lost world filled with ancient mysteries, supernatural forces, and epic quests. When the protagonist stumbles upon a hidden realm beneath the surface of the earth, he encounters strange civilizations and dark powers that challenge his courage and sanity. Richly atmospheric and brimming with imagination, this classic tale showcases Merritt’s masterful storytelling and pioneering contributions to early fantasy literature.

The evocative cover art for this edition was created by renowned fantasy artist Rodney Matthews, known for his vivid, surreal landscapes that perfectly captures the novel’s haunting and otherworldly mood. — Quick view Add to Cart

A. Merritt

The Face in the Abyss

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In Find This Woman, private investigator Shell Scott is hired to locate a missing woman, but the case quickly spirals into a labyrinth of danger and deception. What begins as a straightforward assignment leads Scott into the heart of Las Vegas during the chaotic Helldorado Week, where he encounters a series of mysterious women claiming to be the same person. As the bodies pile up and the stakes escalate, Scott must navigate a maze of intrigue and peril to uncover the truth. This fast-paced noir thriller combines sharp wit with suspense, offering readers a thrilling ride through the underbelly of 1950s America. — Quick view Add to Cart

Richard S. Prather

Find This Woman

$10.00