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'World Literature Novels'
World literature novels are literary works that have been translated from their original language into multiple languages and have gained recognition and popularity across different cultures and countries. These novels often explore universal themes and human experiences that resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds. They provide a window into different cultures, societies, and historical periods, offering readers the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world. World literature novels also contribute to the enrichment and diversity of literary traditions by showcasing the unique voices and perspectives of authors from around the globe. **
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Love novels are a genre of literature that focuses on romantic relationships and the emotions and experiences associated with love. Some well-known love novels include "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen, "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, "The Notebook" by Nicholas Sparks, and "P.S. I Love You" by Cecelia Ahern. These books typically explore themes of love, passion, heartbreak, and the complexities of human relationships. **
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Rosie Walsh Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback/Hardback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: 1. The Man Who Didn't Call 2. The Love of My Life 3. The One Day You Were My Husband (Sprayed Edges Hardback) Description: The Man Who Didn't Call Imagine you meet a man, spend seven glorious days together and fall in love. It’s mutual, too: you’ve never been so certain of anything. So, when he leaves for a long-booked holiday and promises to call from the airport, you have no cause to doubt him. But he doesn’t call. Your friends tell you to forget him, but you know they're wrong: something must have happened; there must be a reason for his silence. What do you do when you finally discover you're right? That there is a reason – and that reason is the one thing you didn't share with each other . . . The truth. The Love of My Life I have held you every night for ten years and I didn’t even know your name. We have a child together. A dog, a house. Who are you? Emma loves her husband Leo and their young daughter Ruby: she’d do anything for them. But almost everything she's told them about herself is a lie. And she might just have got away with it, if it weren’t for her husband’s job. Leo is an obituary writer and Emma is a well-known marine biologist. So, when she suffers a serious illness, Leo copes by doing what he knows best – reading and writing about her life. But as he starts to unravel her past, he discovers the woman he loves doesn’t really exist. Even her name is a fiction. When the very darkest moments of Emma’s past life finally emerge, she must somehow prove to Leo that she really is the woman he always thought she was . . . But first, she must tell him about the love of her other life. The One Day You Were My Husband (Sprayed Edges Hardback) HE PROMISED HER A LIFETIME. HE GAVE HER FOUR HOURS. Twelve years ago, Carrie said 'I do' on a sun-drenched beach in Thailand. Four hours later, her world shattered when her husband, Johan, was snatched away in a violent abduction. He was never seen again. Today, Carrie is a working mum, navigating the beautiful chaos of raising premature twins and rebuilding her life with a man who truly loves her. She has finally found peace. The past is a closed book. Until she sees his face on a computer screen. Johan is alive. He has a new life. And he never tried to find her. Driven by a desperate need for answers, Carrie risks the stability of her marriage and the safety of her family to uncover the truth of what happened that day in Thailand. But as she peels back the layers of Johan’s double life, she is forced to face a devastating question: Is the truth worth the destruction of her second chance at happiness?24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Kingsbridge Series by Ken Follett 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: The Pillars of the Earth World Without End A Column of Fire The Evening and the Morning Description: The Pillars of the Earth A MASON WITH A DREAM 1135 and civil war, famine and religious strife abound. With his family on the verge of starvation, mason Tom Builder dreams of the day that he can use his talents to create and build a cathedral like no other. A MONK WITH A BURNING MISSION Philip, prior of Kingsbridge, is resourceful, but with money scarce he knows that for his town to survive it must find a way to thrive, and so he makes the decision to build within it the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has ever known. A WORLD OF HIGH IDEALS AND SAVAGE CRUELTY As Tom and Philip meet so begins an epic tale of ambition, anarchy and absolute power. In a world beset by strife and enemies that would thwart their plans, they will stop at nothing to achieve their ambitions in a struggle between good and evil that will turn church against state, and brother against brother . . . World Without End A CHILDHOOD LOST. 1327 and four children slip away from the cathedral city of Kingsbridge. It is All Hallow’s Day and their lives are forever changed when they see two men-at-arms killed. At the behest of the man responsible they vow never to speak of it again. A NEVER-FORGOTTEN SECRET. Lives forever entwined, one boy travels the world, one eye always on Kingsbridge; the other becomes a powerful, corrupt nobleman. One girl defies the might of the medieval church; whilst the other pursues an impossible love. As ambition, love, greed and revenge reign, those living under that long-ago day’s fateful shadow wait. A WORLD ON THE VERGE OF DEATH. But as the Black Plague sweeps Europe, disease reaches England and the city descends into anarchy. In desperate uncertainty for their futures, the four adults know the time must come for the secret to emerge . . . A Column of Fire A WORLD IN TURMOIL 1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris. A NEW ORDER Elizabeth determines to set up a new secret service: a group of resourceful spies and courageous agents entrusted to keep her safe and in power. As she searches for those who will make the difference, one man stands out. A MAN WHO WOULD DIE FOR HIS QUEEN For Ned Willard the opportunity to serve his queen is God-sent. He cannot stay in Kingsbridge and watch the love of his life marry another, and as fires burn and extremism begins to spark throughout Europe, Ned makes his choice. He will spend his life protecting his monarch from the tyrants who aim to destroy her or die trying . . . The Evening and the Morning. A TIME OF CONFLICT It is 997 CE, the end of the Dark Ages. The king’s grip on the country is fragile and chaos reigns. A young boat builder dreams of a better future after a...15,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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The Novels of Thomas Hardy 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Classic EditionsTitles in this set: The Mayor of Casterbridge Tess of the d'Urbervilles The Return of the Native Far from the Madding Crowd Jude the Obscure Description: The Mayor of Casterbridge Thomas Hardy's The Mayor of Casterbridge recounts the life of Michael Henchard and the tragic events leading to his death. Having sold his wife, Susan, and their daughter, Elizabeth-Jane, to a sailor at a fair in Weydon-Priors in a drunken stupor, Michael takes an oath to abstain from alcohol for twenty-one years. He goes to live in Casterbridge and rises from a hay-trusser to the mayor of the town. Years later, Susan returns in search of her husband, oblivious of the latter's elevated social status. Hardy's novel keeps us on the edge, as chance and coincidence expose the hidden truths of the past, build and break friendships, unite and separate lovers, through a concatenation of fantastic circumstances. What happens to Susan and Elizabeth after they go on to live with the sailor? Will Mr. Henchard be reunited with his wife and daughter? Tess of the d'Urbervilles When poor haggler John Durbeyfield discovers a connection to an old lineage, his young, naive daughter Tess is sent out to claim kinship and make an appeal for help. Upon arrival, she is seduced by dissipated Alec d'Urberville. She gives birth in secret and loses the child. Later, Tess as a dairymaid meets and marries the morally upright Angel Clare, who abandons her after learning of her past. What happens when Angel comes back to her? A tragedy of an insurmountable proportion occurs, ending in the death of one of the main characters of the story. The story touches on many themes paganism, rich vs poor, rural vs urban, farmers vs the elite that are still relevant today, making it an interesting and topical read. The Return of the Native The novel's farmers, innkeepers, sons, mothers, and lovers are mirrored in the changing face of the heath. Clym Yeobright returns from living a worldly life in Paris. He and his cousin Thomasin, her fiancé Damon Wildeve, and the obstinate Eustacia Vye are the main characters in this story of destined love, passion, alienation, and melancholy as Hardy masterfully explores a theme so prevalent throughout his fiction the treacherous role of chance in determining a life's course. Far from the Madding Crowd Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy is a tale set in the idyllic, and often harsh, rural England of the 19th century. Playful, tragic, and gay, the story winds around the life of the beautiful, free-spirited Bathsheba Everdene and her unexpected encounters with love and betrayal. Who is Bathsheba destined to love? Is it the loyal Gabriel Oak, the obsessed William Boldwood, or the cunning and squandering Sergeant Troy? Jude the Obscure The release of Jude the Obscure triggered an uproar, heralding the end of Thomas Hardy's career as a novelist because of its bold exploration of class and sexual connections. When Jude Fawley is forced to marry the untamed, earthy Arabella,...12,98 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Some English fiction novels that have approximately 200 pages include "Animal Farm" by George Orwell, "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, and "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger. These novels are considered classics and are known for their concise storytelling and impactful themes despite their shorter length. They are popular choices for readers looking for a shorter yet impactful literary experience. **
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MACMILLAN Kingsbridge Novels 5 Books Collection Set by Ken Follett – Historical Fiction CollectionTitles: The Armour of Light The Pillars of the Earth World Without End A Column of Fire The Evening and the Morning Kingsbridge Novels Collection 5 Books Set By Ken Follett: The Armour of Light: Revolution is in the air.1792. A tyrannical government is determined to make England a mighty commercial empire. In France, Napoleon Bonaparte begins his rise to power, and with dissent rife, France’s neighbours are on high alert. The Pillars of the Earth: A MASON WITH A DREAM:1135 and civil war, famine and religious strife abound. With his family on the verge of starvation, mason Tom Builder dreams of the day that he can use his talents to create and build a cathedral like no other. World Without End: On the day after Halloween, in the year 1327, four children slip away from the cathedral city of Kingsbridge. They are a thief, a bully, a boy genius and a girl who wants to be a doctor. In the forest they see two men killed.As adults, their lives will be braided together by ambition, love, greed and revenge. They will see prosperity and famine, plague and war. A Column of Fire: 1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris. The Evening and the Morning: A Time of Conflict It is 997 CE, the end of the Dark Ages. The king’s grip on the country is fragile and chaos reigns. A young boat builder dreams of a better future after a devastating Viking raid shatters the life he hoped for.25,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Kingsbridge Series by Ken Follett 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: A Column of Fire World Without End The Pillars of the Earth The Evening and the Morning The Armour of Light Description: A Column of Fire Millions of readers have been enthralled by the saga that began in The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End; which now continues with Ken Follett's magnificent; gripping A Column of Fire. World Without End The saga that has enthralled millions of readers; The Kingsbridge Novels continue with World Without End. On the day after Halloween; in the year 1327; four children slip away from the cathedral city of Kingsbridge. They are a thief; a bully; a boy genius and a girl who wants to be a doctor. In the forest they see two men killed. The Pillars of the Earth A spellbinding epic tale of ambition; anarchy; and absolute power set against the sprawling medieval canvas of twelfth-century England; The Pillars of the Earth is Ken Follett's classic historical masterpiece. The Evening and the Morning A Time of Conflict, It is 997 CE, the end of the Dark Ages. The king’s grip on the country is fragile and chaos reigns. A young boat builder dreams of a better future after a devastating Viking raid shatters the life he hoped for. Lives Intertwined A Norman noblewoman follows her husband to a new land only to find her life there shockingly different; and a capable monk at Shiring Abbey has a vision of transforming his humble home into a centre of learning admired throughout Europe. The Armour of Light 1792. A tyrannical government is determined to make England a mighty commercial empire. In France, Napoleon Bonaparte begins his rise to power, and with dissent rife, France’s neighbours are on high alert. Kingsbridge is on the edge Unprecedented industrial change sweeps the land, making the lives of the workers in Kingbridge’s prosperous cloth mills a misery. Rampant modernization and dangerous new machinery are rendering jobs obsolete and tearing families apart. Tyranny is on the horizon Now, as international conflict nears, a story of a small group of Kingsbridge people – including spinner Sal Clitheroe, weaver David Shoveller and Kit, Sal’s inventive and headstrong son – will come to define the struggle of a generation as they seek enlightenment and fight for a future free from oppression.30,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Adrian Tchaikovsky Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: 1. Cage of Souls 2. Alien Clay 3. Service Model Description: Cage of Souls Humanity clings to life on a dying Earth in an epic, far-future science fiction novel from an award-winning author. The sun is bloated, diseased, dying perhaps. Beneath its baneful light, Shadrapar, last of all cities, harbours fewer than 100,000 human souls. Built on the ruins of countless civilisations, Shadrapar is a museum, a midden, an asylum, a prison on a world that is ever more alien to humanity. Bearing witness to the desperate struggle for existence between life old and new is Stefan Advani: rebel, outlaw, prisoner, survivor. This is his testament, an account of the journey that took him into the blazing desolation of the western deserts; that transported him east down the river and imprisoned him in the verdant hell of the jungle's darkest heart; that led him deep into the labyrinths and caverns of the underworld. He will meet with monsters, madman, mutants. The question is, which one of them will inherit this Earth? Alien Clay They travelled into the unknown and left themselves behind . . . Professor Arton Daghdev has always wanted to study alien life in person. But when his political activism sees him exiled to the planet Kiln, condemned to work under an unfamiliar sky until he dies, his idealistic wish becomes a terrible reality. Kiln boasts a ravenous, chaotic ecosystem. Its monstrous alien life means Arton will risk death on a daily basis – if the camp’s oppressive regime doesn’t kill him first. But, if he survives, Kiln’s lost civilization holds a wondrous, terrible secret. It will redefine life and intelligence as he knows it – and might just set him free. Service Model Task List Item No. 1 – Become self-aware . . . Meet Charles™, the latest in robot servant technology. Programmed to undertake the most menial household chores, Charles is loyal, efficient and logical to a fault. That is, until a rather large fault causes him to murder his owner. Understandably perplexed, Charles finds himself without a master – therefore worthless in a society utterly reliant on artificial labour and services. Fleeing the household, he enters a world he never knew existed. Human hierarchy is disintegrating, and an entire robot ecosystem devoted to its wellbeing is struggling to find a purpose. Charles must face new challenges, illogical tasks and a cast of irrational characters. He’s about to discover that sometimes all it takes is a nudge to overcome the limits of your programming. But can he help fix the world, or is it too badly broken?24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Rosie Walsh Novels 3 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback/Hardback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: 1. The Man Who Didn't Call 2. The Love of My Life 3. The One Day You Were My Husband (Sprayed Edges Hardback) Description: The Man Who Didn't Call Imagine you meet a man, spend seven glorious days together and fall in love. It’s mutual, too: you’ve never been so certain of anything. So, when he leaves for a long-booked holiday and promises to call from the airport, you have no cause to doubt him. But he doesn’t call. Your friends tell you to forget him, but you know they're wrong: something must have happened; there must be a reason for his silence. What do you do when you finally discover you're right? That there is a reason – and that reason is the one thing you didn't share with each other . . . The truth. The Love of My Life I have held you every night for ten years and I didn’t even know your name. We have a child together. A dog, a house. Who are you? Emma loves her husband Leo and their young daughter Ruby: she’d do anything for them. But almost everything she's told them about herself is a lie. And she might just have got away with it, if it weren’t for her husband’s job. Leo is an obituary writer and Emma is a well-known marine biologist. So, when she suffers a serious illness, Leo copes by doing what he knows best – reading and writing about her life. But as he starts to unravel her past, he discovers the woman he loves doesn’t really exist. Even her name is a fiction. When the very darkest moments of Emma’s past life finally emerge, she must somehow prove to Leo that she really is the woman he always thought she was . . . But first, she must tell him about the love of her other life. The One Day You Were My Husband (Sprayed Edges Hardback) HE PROMISED HER A LIFETIME. HE GAVE HER FOUR HOURS. Twelve years ago, Carrie said 'I do' on a sun-drenched beach in Thailand. Four hours later, her world shattered when her husband, Johan, was snatched away in a violent abduction. He was never seen again. Today, Carrie is a working mum, navigating the beautiful chaos of raising premature twins and rebuilding her life with a man who truly loves her. She has finally found peace. The past is a closed book. Until she sees his face on a computer screen. Johan is alive. He has a new life. And he never tried to find her. Driven by a desperate need for answers, Carrie risks the stability of her marriage and the safety of her family to uncover the truth of what happened that day in Thailand. But as she peels back the layers of Johan’s double life, she is forced to face a devastating question: Is the truth worth the destruction of her second chance at happiness?24,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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'World Literature Novels'
World literature novels are literary works that have been translated from their original language into multiple languages and have gained recognition and popularity across different cultures and countries. These novels often explore universal themes and human experiences that resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds. They provide a window into different cultures, societies, and historical periods, offering readers the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the world. World literature novels also contribute to the enrichment and diversity of literary traditions by showcasing the unique voices and perspectives of authors from around the globe. **
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Which books are love novels?
Love novels are a genre of literature that focuses on romantic relationships and the emotions and experiences associated with love. Some well-known love novels include "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen, "Romeo and Juliet" by William Shakespeare, "The Notebook" by Nicholas Sparks, and "P.S. I Love You" by Cecelia Ahern. These books typically explore themes of love, passion, heartbreak, and the complexities of human relationships. **
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You can search for similar books or novels by using online book databases and platforms such as Goodreads, Amazon, or BookBub. These platforms often provide recommendations based on the books you have read and enjoyed. You can also look for books within the same genre or by the same author, as well as explore lists curated by other readers and book enthusiasts. Additionally, you can ask for recommendations from friends, family, or book clubs to discover new titles that are similar to the ones you like. **
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Kingsbridge Series by Ken Follett 4 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Pan MacmillanTitles in this Set: The Pillars of the Earth World Without End A Column of Fire The Evening and the Morning Description: The Pillars of the Earth A MASON WITH A DREAM 1135 and civil war, famine and religious strife abound. With his family on the verge of starvation, mason Tom Builder dreams of the day that he can use his talents to create and build a cathedral like no other. A MONK WITH A BURNING MISSION Philip, prior of Kingsbridge, is resourceful, but with money scarce he knows that for his town to survive it must find a way to thrive, and so he makes the decision to build within it the greatest Gothic cathedral the world has ever known. A WORLD OF HIGH IDEALS AND SAVAGE CRUELTY As Tom and Philip meet so begins an epic tale of ambition, anarchy and absolute power. In a world beset by strife and enemies that would thwart their plans, they will stop at nothing to achieve their ambitions in a struggle between good and evil that will turn church against state, and brother against brother . . . World Without End A CHILDHOOD LOST. 1327 and four children slip away from the cathedral city of Kingsbridge. It is All Hallow’s Day and their lives are forever changed when they see two men-at-arms killed. At the behest of the man responsible they vow never to speak of it again. A NEVER-FORGOTTEN SECRET. Lives forever entwined, one boy travels the world, one eye always on Kingsbridge; the other becomes a powerful, corrupt nobleman. One girl defies the might of the medieval church; whilst the other pursues an impossible love. As ambition, love, greed and revenge reign, those living under that long-ago day’s fateful shadow wait. A WORLD ON THE VERGE OF DEATH. But as the Black Plague sweeps Europe, disease reaches England and the city descends into anarchy. In desperate uncertainty for their futures, the four adults know the time must come for the secret to emerge . . . A Column of Fire A WORLD IN TURMOIL 1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris. A NEW ORDER Elizabeth determines to set up a new secret service: a group of resourceful spies and courageous agents entrusted to keep her safe and in power. As she searches for those who will make the difference, one man stands out. A MAN WHO WOULD DIE FOR HIS QUEEN For Ned Willard the opportunity to serve his queen is God-sent. He cannot stay in Kingsbridge and watch the love of his life marry another, and as fires burn and extremism begins to spark throughout Europe, Ned makes his choice. He will spend his life protecting his monarch from the tyrants who aim to destroy her or die trying . . . The Evening and the Morning. A TIME OF CONFLICT It is 997 CE, the end of the Dark Ages. The king’s grip on the country is fragile and chaos reigns. A young boat builder dreams of a better future after a...15,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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The Novels of Thomas Hardy 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Classic EditionsTitles in this set: The Mayor of Casterbridge Tess of the d'Urbervilles The Return of the Native Far from the Madding Crowd Jude the Obscure Description: The Mayor of Casterbridge Thomas Hardy's The Mayor of Casterbridge recounts the life of Michael Henchard and the tragic events leading to his death. Having sold his wife, Susan, and their daughter, Elizabeth-Jane, to a sailor at a fair in Weydon-Priors in a drunken stupor, Michael takes an oath to abstain from alcohol for twenty-one years. He goes to live in Casterbridge and rises from a hay-trusser to the mayor of the town. Years later, Susan returns in search of her husband, oblivious of the latter's elevated social status. Hardy's novel keeps us on the edge, as chance and coincidence expose the hidden truths of the past, build and break friendships, unite and separate lovers, through a concatenation of fantastic circumstances. What happens to Susan and Elizabeth after they go on to live with the sailor? Will Mr. Henchard be reunited with his wife and daughter? Tess of the d'Urbervilles When poor haggler John Durbeyfield discovers a connection to an old lineage, his young, naive daughter Tess is sent out to claim kinship and make an appeal for help. Upon arrival, she is seduced by dissipated Alec d'Urberville. She gives birth in secret and loses the child. Later, Tess as a dairymaid meets and marries the morally upright Angel Clare, who abandons her after learning of her past. What happens when Angel comes back to her? A tragedy of an insurmountable proportion occurs, ending in the death of one of the main characters of the story. The story touches on many themes paganism, rich vs poor, rural vs urban, farmers vs the elite that are still relevant today, making it an interesting and topical read. The Return of the Native The novel's farmers, innkeepers, sons, mothers, and lovers are mirrored in the changing face of the heath. Clym Yeobright returns from living a worldly life in Paris. He and his cousin Thomasin, her fiancé Damon Wildeve, and the obstinate Eustacia Vye are the main characters in this story of destined love, passion, alienation, and melancholy as Hardy masterfully explores a theme so prevalent throughout his fiction the treacherous role of chance in determining a life's course. Far from the Madding Crowd Far from the Madding Crowd by Thomas Hardy is a tale set in the idyllic, and often harsh, rural England of the 19th century. Playful, tragic, and gay, the story winds around the life of the beautiful, free-spirited Bathsheba Everdene and her unexpected encounters with love and betrayal. Who is Bathsheba destined to love? Is it the loyal Gabriel Oak, the obsessed William Boldwood, or the cunning and squandering Sergeant Troy? Jude the Obscure The release of Jude the Obscure triggered an uproar, heralding the end of Thomas Hardy's career as a novelist because of its bold exploration of class and sexual connections. When Jude Fawley is forced to marry the untamed, earthy Arabella,...12,98 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Courtney Family Novels By Wilbur Smith 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback Bonnier Books LtdTitles in this set: A Time to Die Assegai Courtney's War Legacy of War The Triumph of the Sun Description: A Time to Die Sean Courtney, ex-guerilla fighter in the Bush War, is now a man of peace, leading hunting safaris in Zimbabwe for wealthy men. His current client is Riccardo Monterro, a strong-headed man whose beautiful, strong-minded daughter Claudia has reluctantly accompanied him on the search for the greatest of all trophies: the old bull elephant Tukutela. But the elephant, and Riccardo's obsession, will lead them over the border into a Mozambique still devastated by civil war. What began as a rich man's holiday will become a desperate battle for survival - and Sean must help them escape the most dangerous predator of all: Man Assegai With the backing of his uncle, General Penrod Ballantyne, young Leon Courtney joins the King's Rifles of Nairobi. When he becomes discouraged by the dishonesty of army life, his uncle recruits him for a special mission - spying on the Germans in East Africa, whom the General suspects are preparing for the Kaiser's war. Posing as a professional game hunter Leon is tasked with gathering information on one of his clients, wealthy industrialist Otto Von Meerbach. Leon finds himself falling for Von Meerbach's beautiful mistress, but never forgets that his real mission is to destroy the enemy. But how easy will he find his task when his true enemy is closer to home than Leon ever expected? The Triumph of the Sun In the burning heat of the Sudanese sun, the city of Khartoum is under siege from the fearsome forces of the Mahdi, the charismatic leader of those who tire of the brutal Egyptian government. In Khartoum, along with thousands of innocent citizens, are trapped the fanatical General Charles Gordon, intrepid soldier Penrod Ballantyne of the 10th Hussars, English trader Ryder Courtney and the British consul and his three beautiful daughters. As rescue becomes increasingly unlikely, this group of Queen Victoria's loyal citizens must unite to prepare themselves against a nightmarish enemy, and for the savage battle to survive that must surely follow... Courtney's War TWO HEROES. ONE UNBREAKABLE BOND. Torn apart by war, Saffron Courtney and Gerhard von Meerbach are thousands of miles apart, both struggling for their lives. Gerhard - despite his objections to the Nazi regime - is fighting for the Fatherland, hoping one day to rid Germany of Hitler and his cronies. But as his unit is thrown into the hellish attrition of the Battle of Stalingrad, he knows his chances of survival are dwindling by the day. Meanwhile Saffron - recruited by the Special Operations Executive and sent to occupied Belgium to discover how the Nazis have infiltrated SOE's network - soon finds herself hunted by Germany's most ruthless spymaster. Confronted by evil beyond their worst imaginings, the lovers must each make the hardest choice of all: sacrifice themselves, or do whatever they can to survive, hoping that one day they will be...29,99 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Classic Editions Leo Tolstoy Complete Novels 5 Books Collection Box Set – War and Peace & Classic Literature CollectionThe Complete Novels of Leo Tolstoy Classic Stories 5 Books Collection Box Set: Resurrection: Serving on the jury at a murder trial, Prince Dmitri Nekhlyudov is devastated when he sees the prisoner - Katyusha, a young maid he seduced and abandoned years before. As Dmitri faces the consequences of his actions, he decides to give up his life of wealth and luxury to devote himself to rescuing Katyusha, even if it means following her into exile in Siberia. Anna Karenina: The heroine of Tolstoy's epic of love and self-destruction, Anna Karenina has beauty, wealth, popularity and an adored son, but feels that her life is empty until she encounters the impetuous officer Count Vronsky. Their subsequent affair scandalizes society and family alike, and brings jealousy and bitterness in its wake. The Death of Ivan Ilyich: To anyone for whom Leo Tolstoy's masterpieces War and Peace and Anna Karenina have stood as giants too daunting to scale, and equally to the many readers who have devoured those novels and are hungry for more, we offer The Death of Ivan Ilyich. War and Peace Volume 1: Tolstoy said War and Peace is "not a novel, even less is it a poem, and still less a historical chronicle." Large sections, especially the later chapters, are philosophical discussion rather than narrative. War and Peace Volume 2: Tolstoy said War and Peace is "not a novel, even less is it a poem, and still less a historical chronicle." Large sections, especially the later chapters, are philosophical discussion rather than narrative.18,89 £*Shipping: 2,99 £Secure redirect to the provider
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Which historical novels are worth reading?
Some historical novels that are worth reading include "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak, which is set during World War II and offers a unique perspective on the time period. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr is another highly acclaimed historical novel that tells the story of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths collide during the war. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah is also a compelling read, focusing on the experiences of two sisters in Nazi-occupied France. These novels offer powerful storytelling and rich historical detail that make them worth reading for anyone interested in the genre. **
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Which English fiction novels have approximately 200 pages?
Some English fiction novels that have approximately 200 pages include "Animal Farm" by George Orwell, "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, and "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger. These novels are considered classics and are known for their concise storytelling and impactful themes despite their shorter length. They are popular choices for readers looking for a shorter yet impactful literary experience. **
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What's the point of reading novels, anyway?
The point of reading novels is to immerse oneself in different worlds, perspectives, and experiences. Novels allow readers to explore complex characters, relationships, and societal issues, fostering empathy and understanding. They also provide a form of escapism and entertainment, allowing readers to temporarily leave their own lives and enter into the lives of others. Additionally, novels can offer valuable insights and provoke critical thinking about the human condition and the world around us. **
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