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Robertson Davies

Fifth Business

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A.A. Attanasio

Radix

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Immanuel Kant

Foundations of the Metaphysics of Morals

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Louis Engel and Brendan Boyd

How to Buy Stocks

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Margaret Deanesly

A History of the Medieval Church, 590-1500

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Jules Verne

Journey to the Center of the Earth (Barnes & Noble Classics)

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St. Augustine

Confessions (Oxford World's Classics)

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W. H. Staff Smith

Great American Short Stories

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There is something epic—almost mythic—about this sparsely beautiful novel by Willa Cather, though the story it tells is that of a single human life lived quietly in the silence of the Southwestern desert. In 1851, Father Jean Marie Latour arrives in New Mexico to serve as Apostolic Vicar, entering a vast land of red hills and winding arroyos—American by law, yet deeply Mexican and Indigenous in custom and belief. Over the course of nearly forty years, Latour spreads his faith in the only way he knows: gently, while contending with an unforgiving landscape, wayward and sometimes openly rebellious priests, and his own profound loneliness. From these events, Cather offers an indelible vision of life unfolding in a place where time itself seems suspended. — Quick view Add to Cart

Willa Cather

Death Comes for the Archbishop (Vintage Books - Alternate Cover, 3rd Print)

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Elegant and deeply affecting, The Sea by John Banville is a Booker Prize–winning novel that follows Max Morden, a reflective art historian returning to the Irish seaside of his childhood to grapple with the loss of his wife and the shifting tides of memory and identity. Written in luminous prose that knits together grief, recollection, and the ineffable pull of the past, this modern classic stands as one of Banville’s most haunting explorations of love and loss. Banville’s exquisite language and philosophical depth have earned The Sea enduring praise as a masterpiece of contemporary literary fiction, making this first 2006 Vintage International trade paperback edition, a treasured addition to any serious reader’s shelves. — Quick view Add to Cart

John Banville

The Sea

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Under the Sea-Wind by Rachel Carson is a lyrical and immersive exploration of ocean life that follows the interconnected journeys of a sanderling, a mackerel, and an eel along the Atlantic coast. Written with a rare blend of poetic prose and scientific precision, Carson paints an intimate portrait of marine and shore ecosystems, revealing the delicate balance and rhythms that sustain life beneath and above the waves. This cherished classic — the author’s first and personal favorite — invites readers to see the sea’s wonders through the eyes of its inhabitants and has inspired generations of nature lovers and environmental thinkers. This edition features an insightful introduction by renowned biographer Linda Lear and evocative illustrations by Howard Frech, all translated and edited by James Strachey in its Penguin Classics presentation, making it both a beautiful read and a collectible for enthusiasts of nature writing and ecological literature. — Quick view Add to Cart

Rachel Carson

Under the Sea-Wind

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Robertson Davies (1913–1995) was one of the most accomplished novelists of the twentieth century and a towering figure in Canadian literature. Educated at Queen’s University and Oxford, Davies built a career that spanned journalism, theatre, publishing, and academia, eventually serving as Master of Massey College at the University of Toronto. His fiction is distinguished by its intellectual playfulness, psychological insight, and deep engagement with myth, Jungian psychology, and Western cultural tradition. Davies achieved international recognition with the Deptford Trilogy (Fifth Business, The Manticore, and World of Wonders), which remains his most widely read and critically admired body of work. — Quick view Add to Cart

Roberston Davies

World of Wonders

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The Manticore by Robertson Davies, presented in the Penguin Classics edition with an introduction by Michael Dirda, is a richly layered psychological and mythic novel that expands the world of Davies’s celebrated Deptford Trilogy. Told through a series of therapy tapes, the narrative follows Boy Staunton Jr. — the estranged son of a wealthy Canadian magnate — as he undergoes Jungian analysis in Switzerland following his father’s death. Blending sharp wit with deep insight into the human psyche, Davies weaves myth, symbols, and family history into an unforgettable exploration of identity, consciousness, and healing. Dirda’s introduction adds valuable context and perspective, illuminating Davies’s literary stature and the novel’s enduring power. — Quick view Add to Cart

Robertson Davies

The Manticore

$12.00

Fifth Business by Robertson Davies is the first novel in his acclaimed Deptford Trilogy, presented in the Penguin Classics edition with an introduction by Gail Godwin. The novel follows Dunstan Ramsay, a history teacher whose life is shaped by a single childhood event—a snowball thrown in a small Ontario town that alters the course of several lives—and his lifelong quest to understand meaning, memory, and myth. As Ramsay’s narrative unfolds against the backdrop of World War I and beyond, Davies elegantly weaves together psychological depth, mythic resonance, and philosophical reflection. The result is a story that stands alone as both a compelling portrait of a complex life and a profound meditation on guilt, identity, and the marvelous hidden in the ordinary.

Gail Godwin’s introduction in this Penguin Classics edition enriches the reading experience by offering contemporary insight into Davies’s themes and enduring literary power. — Quick view Add to Cart

Robertson Davies

Fifth Business

$12.00

Essays of E.B. White is a beautifully curated collection showcasing the reflections and insights of one of America's most treasured essayists. Selected by White himself, the essays span his prolific career, embodying a blend of wit, wisdom, and an intimate sense of place. From musings about life in rural Maine to contemplations on the complexities of modern society, the essays resonate with both humor and profundity. As a master of prose, White's writing invites readers to pause and savor the subtleties of everyday life, making this collection a delightful companion for anyone seeking comfort and inspiration in the written word.

About the Author

Elwyn Brooks White (1899–1985) was an iconic American writer, renowned for his essays, children's literature, and masterful prose style. A graduate of Cornell University, White began his writing career as a journalist before becoming a staff writer for The New Yorker. He is perhaps best known for his beloved children's books such as Charlotte's Web, Stuart Little, and The Trumpet of the Swan, as well as his co-authorship of the influential style guide, The Elements of Style. A recipient of numerous accolades, including a special Pulitzer Prize, White’s legacy as a literary giant continues to inspire writers and readers alike. — Quick view Add to Cart

E.B. White

Essays of E.B. White

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Thomas Hardy’s The Well-Beloved: A Sketch of a Temperament follows the celebrated sculptor Jocelyn Pierston over four decades as he quests for his “ideal woman,” believing the essence of perfect feminine beauty manifests in three generations of women on the rugged Isle of Slingers, a fictionalized version of Dorset’s Portland coast. Through Pierston’s romantic and artistic obsessions, Hardy interweaves themes of desire, artistic creation, and the elusive nature of fulfillment in one of his final novels. This Oxford Paperbacks edition is edited with an Introduction by Tom Hetherington, enhancing the text with fresh insights into Hardy’s intentions, context, and revisions, making it especially valuable for both scholars and dedicated readers of classic literature. — Quick view Add to Cart

Thomas Hardy

The Well-Beloved

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The Beachcomber (The Vessel of Wrath) is a wry, evocative short story by W. Somerset Maugham. Set in a remote South Seas island outpost, the narrative follows a hardened beachcomber—known as Ginger Ted—whose libertine, dissolute life draws the disapproval of a stern missionary and his sister. A chance marooning and subsequent cholera epidemic force unlikely cooperation, challenging preconceptions of morality, redemption, and human decency. Blending humor, colonial atmosphere, and psychological insight, this compact tale reveals Maugham’s talent for capturing the complexity of human transformation in a seemingly simple encounter.

This edition was issued as part of Dell Publishing’s early “10¢ Books” program, a pioneering series of inexpensive pamphlet-style paperbacks that helped bring major literary works to a broad popular readership. — Quick view Add to Cart

W. Somerset Maugham

The Beachcomber: The Vessel of Wrath

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Babette’s Feast and Other Stories is a luminous collection of short fiction by legendary Danish storyteller Isak Dinesen (pen name of Karen Blixen), presented in this Penguin Modern Classics edition. Anchored by the beloved title story—the basis for the Oscar‑winning film about a mysterious French cook who transforms a strict Norwegian religious community with a lavish feast—the collection also features enchanting tales such as “Tempests,” “The Immortal Story,” and “The Ring.” Across these narratives Dinesen blends fairy‑tale magic with profound reflections on fate, sacrifice, art, and human grace, crafting stories that are at once witty, mystical, and deeply humane, and that reveal her mastery of mood and moral complexity. — Quick view Add to Cart

Isak Dinesen

Babette's Feast and Other Stories

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This Penguin Classics edition, artfully edited by Andrew Sinclair and featuring an illuminating introduction by James Dickey, brings together Jack London's most compelling narratives that delve into the primal forces of nature and the enduring spirit of survival. In The Call of the Wild, follow Buck, a domesticated dog forced to adapt in the brutal Yukon gold rush, awakening his ancient instincts. Bâtard tells the gripping tale of a fierce, half-wild dog grappling with loyalty and survival. In Love of Life, a man battles the elements in the treacherous wild, exemplifying the sheer will to live. Finally, White Fang chronicles the journey of a wolf dog transitioning from wild to domestic, exploring the transformative power of love and connection. Sinclair’s expert editing and Dickey's engaging introduction add layers of insight and appreciation, making this collection not just a reading experience, but a journey into the heart of humanity's relationship with nature. — Quick view Add to Cart

Jack London

The Call of the Wild, White Fang, and Other Stories

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Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator continues the adventures of Charlie Bucket and Willy Wonka in this whimsical, hilarious sequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Roald Dahl blends his signature dark humor, playful language, and inventive imagination as Charlie, his family, and Wonka travel in the glass elevator to unexpected places—including orbiting space and the mysterious Space Hotel. Packed with outrageous inventions, bizarre creatures, and absurd situations, this middle-grade classic explores curiosity, courage, and creativity in a story that delights both children and adults alike. Perfect for readers who loved the first adventure or anyone discovering the magic of Dahl’s world for the first time. — Quick view Add to Cart

Roald Dahl

Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator (Alternate Cover)

$8.00