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By E. L. James

"Fifty Shades of Grey" by E.L. James is a controversial novel that follows the complex relationship between wealthy businessman Christian Grey and literature student Anastasia Steele. The book delves into themes of power dynamics, desire, and love as the two characters navigate their intense and at times tumultuous connection. With its explicit scenes and exploration of BDSM, "Fifty Shades of Grey" has sparked debates and captivated readers around the world since its release.

Vintage Books, 2012, 514 page

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By Upamanyu Chatterjee

English, August: An Indian Story is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the life and experiences of Agastya Sen, a young Indian civil servant posted in a small town. As Agastya navigates the complexities of his new surroundings, he grapples with issues of identity, culture clash, and personal growth. Through a blend of humor, introspection, and sharp social commentary, the book offers a unique insight into contemporary India and the inner world of its protagonist. A classic in Indian literature, English, August is a compelling exploration of tradition, modernity, and the quest for self-discovery.

Rupa. Faber and Faber. 1990. 305p.

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Melissa Manning

"Smokehouse" is a gripping tale that follows the lives of three individuals brought together by a mysterious fire that engulfs a small town. As they navigate through loss, guilt, and secrets buried in the ashes, their paths intertwine in unexpected ways, revealing dark truths and igniting buried desires. Set against the backdrop of a hauntingly beautiful landscape, this novel weaves together elements of suspense, romance, and redemption, leaving readers on the edge of their seats until the final page. "Smokehouse" is a compelling exploration of human nature and the intricate ways in which our past can shape our present.

Brisbane. University of Queensland Press. 2021. 248p.

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By Henry James

"Portrait of a Lady" is a timeless classic written by Henry James that delves into the complexities of societal expectations and personal freedom in the 19th century. The novel follows the journey of Isabel Archer, a spirited and independent young American woman, as she navigates the intricacies of wealth, love, and betrayal while living in Europe. James masterfully crafts a narrative that explores the innermost thoughts and desires of his characters, making "Portrait of a Lady" a compelling exploration of self-discovery and the consequences of one's choices. This novel continues to captivate readers with its insightful commentary on the social norms of the era and the timeless question of what it means to truly be free.

Gutenberg Project. 1881. 340p.

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BY HENRY JAMES

"Washington Square" by Henry James is a classic novel that delves into the complexities of relationships, wealth, and betrayal. Set in the affluent society of mid-19th century New York City, the story follows Catherine Sloper, a plain and unassuming young woman who stands to inherit a considerable fortune from her father, Dr. Austin Sloper.

Dr. Sloper, a wealthy and renowned physician, disapproves of Catherine's suitor, Morris Townsend, whom he believes to be pursuing her solely for her inheritance. As the drama unfolds, Catherine must navigate the conflicting desires of her heart and her duty to her father, leading to a poignant and powerful exploration of love, manipulation, and the consequences of one's choices.

With its keen observations of human nature and intricate character portrayals, "Washington Square" is a timeless novel that continues to captivate readers with its nuanced storytelling and profound insights into the complexities of life and relationships.

London. MacMillan. 1881. 128p.

Adapted from the story by Susan Coolidge

A classic 1950s children’s book for girls. A little marked up and obviously well read.

Whitcome and Tombs. 1950s. 88p.

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By Norman Lindsay

FROM THE COVER. “This is a very funny book, about a very peculiar pudding. In spite of the word 'magic' in the title,there are no fairies or spells. Only a pudding. Sometimes it was a rich odoriferous steak-and-kidney pudding, sometimes it was boiled jam roll or apple dumpling. All you had to do was whistle twice, turn the pudding round, and you could have whatever you wanted! Indeed, the pudding was such a prize that there were 'professional puddin'-owners' and,alas, 'professional puddin'-thieves'. One of the owners was Sam Sawnoff, whose feet were sitting down while his body was standing (he was a penguin), although Bill was just an ordinary small man with a large hat. The pudding had his own views, and was apt to sing in a very gruff voice… For ages eight to eighty, allowing for brief blind periods now and again in between.”

Middlesex. Penguin. 1918.

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By E. E. Reynolds

FROM THE PREFACE: “The yarns in this book are all narratives of actual experiences. It is not usually difficult to get the books written by famous explorers, such as Livingstone, and their achievements are also recorded in biographies; but there have been a great many men who have travelled in the lesser known parts of the world without becoming famous. Many of the stories that follow are drawn from the adventures ofsuch minor explorers. One group. of the yarns is about early settlers in the Dominions; these men and women had to endure much hardship while creating new homes, but unfortunately few of themrecorded their experiences.

Oxford University Press. 1953. 160p.

By Rudyard Kipling

PUBLISHER PREFACE: The book you are about to read is composed of stories written by Rudyard Kipling. Originally, these stories were in two volumes entitled "The Jungle Book." * and " The Second Jungle Book." The present volume combines all of the Mowgli Stories under one cover. In addition, "Rikki Tikki Tavi," "The Elephant Boy," * and "The Miracle of Purun Bhagat" have been included. Certain other stories that appeared in the original books have been omitted due to limitations of space. The stories that do appear in this book are unabridged, exactly as Kipling originally published them.

London. Classic Press and Ottenhelmer publishers. 1968, 1979. 225p. UNSED BOOK CONTAINS MARK-UP

By Rudyard Kipling

FROM THE COVER: "Once upon a Time O Best Beloved," and so begins one of the best loved and most respected collections of stories for children, Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories. This edition includes the author's own unique illustrations. Kipling's bold linear fantasies, in the style of art nouveau, as well as his attention to realistic detail, create an intriguing and strikingly different interpretation. The first tale, "How the Whale Got Its Throat," a tall tale of a big whale, sets the tone for these wild "venturesome adventures," to use Kipling's words. One glance at the table of contents will reveal that the Just So Stories appeal most to inquisitive and fantasy-loving minds. These are stories which tell us of the Time of Very Beginnings;…”

London. Crown Publishers.. 1978. Originally published 1937. 211p. USED BOOK

By Ralph Reader

FROM THE COVER: It is said that all Scouts ear partly crazy. To show that it is at least true fo himself, R. R. has written a crazy book. But as with all he writes, again and again he will pull the reader up with a jerk and make him think about himself and his boys and the Movement generallv. Ralph lets off a lot of fireworks. but by their light we are enabled to see Scouting better.

London. The Boy Scouts Association. 1950. 135p. USED BOOK

By R. M. Ballantyne

"The Young Fur Traders" is a children's adventure novel by Scottish author R. M. Ballantyne, first published in 1856. Set in the American Old West, this exciting tale is full of action and daring-do, making it ideal for children with an interest in the Wild West and American history. .

Melbourne. Australia. A Herald Classic. Colorgravure Publications. Originally published 1851. 1950. 223p

By The Author Of "Grumbling Tommy," Etc.

Late 19th century morality story for young persons.

London: S. W. Partridge & Co. 1884. 110p. USED BOOK

By C. Serjeant

A boys adventure book linking Christian life to war…FROM CHAPTER 1:

“"Yes, mother. And you remember what he said about being good soldiers of our Lord, don't you?"

"I'm afraid I didn't hear quiteall the sermon," she said, trying to speak lightly. "I wish," she added to herself, "that Jack would stop talking about such things. Especially in public. It would be frightfully embarrassing if he began to discuss religion in front of Lady Hardcastle or Mrs. Lyle-Gault. I'm not sure that they wouldn't think it a joke.'

"Well, mother,"Jack was saying, "that was what his sermon was about--being good soldiers-and somehow I felt I wanted to be one of them-and I am, mother."

London. Pickering & Inglis Ltd. 1932. 67p. USED BOOK

K. M. Macleod

A boys book heralding the wonderful role of the Christian missionaries of imperialism.

FROM THE COVER: but what can the boys join:" A new school teacher, Miss Stanley, arrives, and has an unkind trick played on her by Derry. She, however, starts a company of Life Boys, under the Great Leader, Jesus Christ, and to Derry's surprise he is allowed to join. They soon christen Miss Stanley, "The Skipper," and the story abounds with Life Boy adventures, until a Mr. Wardic arrives from Central Africa, and falls in love with The Skipper. The Life Boys form the guard of honor at the wedding which folows, and the story ends with The Skipper leaving a s "Mrs. Wardic" to be a foreign missionary in Africa, and hoping to form a company of Life Boys there of little African boys.”

London. Pickering & Inglis Ltd. 1934. 69p. USED BOOK

By Jorge Luis Borges

From the cover: ". unquestionably the most brilliant South American writing today. . .one of the genuine prose talents of our pe- riod. Written with a classical economy of means and under the control of a mind of wide culture and deep sensitivity, his stories will continue echoing in the minds of his readers as do those of Franz Kafka." -Herald Tribune Books

NY. Grove Press. 1962. 164p. USED BOOK. CONTAINS MARK-UP.

By Malcolm Bradbury

FROM THE COVER: Howard Kirk is the trendiest ofradical tutors at a fashionable campus university. Timid Vice- Chancellors pale before his threats of disruption; reactionary colleagues are crushed beneath his merciless Marxist logic; women are drawn by his progressive promiscuity. A self-appointed revolutionary hero, Howard always comes out on top. And Malcolm Bradbury dissects him in this savagely funny novel that has been universally acclaimed as a comic masterpiece. 'Malcolm Bradbury has come up with a novel that simply must be read' — THE TIMES.

London Arrow Books. 1975. 233p. USED BOOK. COMNGAINS MARK-UP

By Jorge Luis Borges. Edited by Donald A. Yates and James E. Irby

FROM THE PREFACE: Jorge Luis Borges is a great writer who has composed only little essays or short narratives. Yet they suffice for us to call him great because of their wonderful intelligence, their wealth of invention and their tight, almost mathematical, style. Argentine by birth and temperament, but nurtured on univer- sal literature, Borges has no spiritual homeland. He creates, outside time and space, imaginary and symbolic worlds. It is a sign of his importance that, in placing him, only strange and perfect works can be called to mind. He is akin to Kafka, Poe, sometimes to Henry James and Wells, always to Valéry by the abrupt projection of his paradoxes in what has been called 'his private metaphysics'.

London. Penguin. 1964. 276p. USED BOOK. CONTAINS MARK-UP

By Herman Melville

From Wikipedia: Moby-Dick; or, The Whale is an 1851 novel by American writer Herman Melville. The book is the sailor Ishmael's narrative of the maniacal quest of Ahab, captain of the whaling ship Pequod, for vengeance against Moby Dick, the giant white sperm whalethat bit off his leg on the ship's previous voyage. A contribution to the literature of the American Renaissance, Moby-Dick was published to mixed reviews, was a commercial failure, and was out of print at the time of the author's death in 1891. Its reputation as a Great American Novel was established only in the 20th century, after the 1919 centennial of its author's birth. William Faulkner said he wished he had written the book himself,[1] and D. H. Lawrence called it "one of the strangest and most wonderful books in the world" and "the greatest book of the sea ever written".[2] Its opening sentence, "Call me Ishmael", is among world literature's most famous.[3]

London. Richard Bentley . 1851. 632p.

By Anthony Trollope

From Wikipedia: The Way We Live Now is a satirical novel by Anthony Trollope, published in London in 1875 after first appearing in serialised form. It is one of the last significant Victorian novels to have been published in monthly parts. The novel is Trollope's longest, comprising 100 chapters, and is particularly rich in sub-plot. It was inspired by the financial scandals of the early 1870s; Trollope had just returned to England from abroad, and was appalled by the greed and dishonesty those scandals exposed. This novel was his rebuke. It dramatised how such greed and dishonesty pervaded the commercial, political, moral, and intellectual life of that era.

London Chapman and Hall. 1875. 1080p.