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A classic mystery novel and a cheeky sense of humour are often associated with the works of Conan Doyle, but Edgar Wallace's 'The Terrible People' is just as... Læs mere
‘Certain Personal Matters’ is an intriguing and entertaining collection of essays by H.G. Wells that range from satirical political sketches to scientific speculations. Wells’... Læs mere
A crooked merchant banker. The tantalising wealth of a distant relative. A bribe promising to wipe the slate clean. Stephen Narth needs pound50,000 to keep out of prison. When his... Læs mere
Part of an eight-volume cycle about Marie Antoinette ‘The Hero of the People’ focuses on the conflict between King Louis XVI and... Læs mere
‘New Worlds for Old’ is a highly celebrated non-fiction book about socialism by H.G. Wells. The book was written by Wells due to the success and praise of his earlier political... Læs mere
‘Floor Games’ is a delightful book by H.G. Wells about the fun children can have with some simple toys and a lot of imagination. The author’s humorous tone in this book makes it an... Læs mere
"You don’t have to put on the red light", as Sting sings – except this female main character, Mercy Merrick, comes to that conclusion herself. Originally written as a play, "The New... Læs mere
‘The Future in America’ is a travelogue that contains the impressions of H. G. Wells from his visits to the United States as well as his unique views on subjects like corruption,... Læs mere
Henry Fielding’s most famous novel, ‘The History of Tom Jones, A Foundling,’ is packed with humour, romance, and mischief. The eponymous hero is discovered as a baby... Læs mere
With handsome rich men and ladies of leisure fluttering their eyelids trying to catch their attention, 'The Three Sisters' reads like a humorous trial run for 'Pride... Læs mere
It is possible to love someone so fiercely and yet destroy them at the same time? Paul Morel certainly seems very capable of doing just that! Will he ever mature and think for himself... Læs mere
Written by a young Jane Austen, 'Frederic and Elfrida' is a short story that beautifully showcases Austen as the original queen of wit. Penned at around the age of twelve, this is one... Læs mere