A blisteringly funny and remarkably tender debut novel from Olivia Laing, one of the finest non-fiction writers of her

From the author of The Metamorphosis and The Trial--one of the greatest writers of the twentieth century--the haunting tale of K.\'s relentless, unavailing struggle with an inscrutable authority in order to gain access to the Castle. Translated and with a preface by Mark Harman.Arriving in a village to take up the position of land surveyor for the mysterious lord of a castle, the character known as

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June 1908: Cross-dressing Dolly Butler is starting a new career as a detective with her very own Soho

Lonely Planet\'s Sweden is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Wander the old town of Stockholm, spot wildlife in the Arctic and sample Swedish meatballs; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet\'s Sweden Travel Guide: Lonely Planet\'s Top Picks - a visually inspiring

This book provides in depths information on different microscopy approaches and supplies the reader with methods how to untangle highly complex processes involved in physiological and pathophysiological cardiac

This volume challenges assumptions about-and highlights new approaches to-the study of ancient Egyptian society by tackling various thematic social issues through structured individual case studies. The reader will be presented with questions about the relevance of the past in the present. The chapters encourage an understanding of Egypt in its own terms through the lens of power, people, and place,

Ainz has personally stepped in to deal with the remaining two of the Three Big Ones not yet under his control, but that doesn\'t mean the danger for Carne Village has passed--on the contrary, Nazarick\'s plans for Nfirea call for an all-out assault on its walls! Meanwhile, the Baharuth Empire prepares to send a covert team of workers to investigate a certain mysterious tomb that seems to have popped

A haunting, multivocal novel full of stories of the lives of women of African descent. Four women speak. They speak to the same man, who is not there. He is the son of the first, the great-yet-impossible love of the second, the platonic companion of the third, the older brother of the last. Speaking to him in his absence, it is to themselves that these women turn, examining their own stories to make

Detailed background from the original team at CORE Design on creating both Tomb Raider 1 and Tomb Raider 2.Back in 1994 at the game company \'CORE Design\' in Derby, Lara Croft was born. Through eighteen months of pure hard work from the team, Tomb Raider was released in 1996 and became the success that we see today; taking part in the mid-nineties celebrations of Brit-Pop and Girl Power.This is the

If you\'re as excited as we are about the Rebel XSi/450D, you probably can\'t wait to start shooting. Canon EOS Digital Rebel XSi/450D For Dummies will show you how to make every shot count Even if you\'re new to digital SLR cameras or are unfamiliar with general photography terms and techniques, this handy guide will show you how to feel comfortable with the controls and start taking beautiful photographs.

The #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues Discover more epic adventures in the fourth book in the action-packed Broken Code story arc. Exiled after a battle that left all five Clans devastated, ThunderClan\'s loyal deputy, Squirrelflight, must bring to light an earth-shattering truth: the identity of the cat ruling ThunderClan while wearing Bramblestar\'s face.While the fate of his body

From Africa to Australia to Asia and back again, Sunny the meerkat is on the hunt for the perfect Christmas in this flap-filled festive picture

Hokusai\'s beloved series of woodblock prints is now available in a stunning new format that honours the Japanese bookmaking tradition and illuminates the artist\'s radiant colours and exquisite lines. Hokusai\'s series depicting Mount Fuji is widely considered to be the pinnacle of his career. This beautiful boxed accordion- fold edition comprises the full set of forty-six prints (the original thirty-six

When their dog goes missing, Cy and Poppy play hide and seek to distract themselves. Poppy counts to ten and looks for Cy - but she can\'t find him anywhere. But then there\'s a rustling from the woods - maybe someone else can help her find him...?A reassuring tale of sibling love by the master Anthony

Bernard Cornwell\'s brilliant novel, reissued for fans to find out the story behind the stones. This is the tale of three brothers and of their rivalry that created this great