and... and... and...

Look Back in Anger transformed the face of British theatre; legend has it that audiences gasped at the sight of an ironing board on a London stage. John Osborne's play launched the 'angry young men' movement, writers from working or middle class background who had become disillusioned with British society, were sick of contemporary theatre's escapism, and wanted their work to reflect life as they knew it. The play tells the story of a love triangle between Jimmy, an intelligent and educated man of working class background, his upper-middle-class wife Alison, and her superior and disdainful best-friend Helena.Jimmy hates his wife's background, almost as much as he hates himself. Dark and savage, Look Back in Anger makes readers and audiences re-examine what was once called 'the good life'.

2015 Man Booker Prize longlist How much do we keep from the people we love? Why is the truth so often buried in secrets? Can we learn from the past or must we forget it? Standing one evening at the w

Does My Goldfish Know Who I Am?: and hundreds more Big Questions from Little People answered by experts, edited by Gemma Elwin Harris, is the essential gift book for all the family, as experts answer impossible questions posed by kids.Why do zebras have stripes? Why do we close our eyes when we sneeze? Why are farts flammable? Why do we have recessions when we can just print more money?If you've ever been flummoxed by a child's questions, Does My Goldfish Know Who I Am? is the perfect book for you. With over 300 real questions from primary school aged children, the book offers bite-sized answers from world class experts - digestible in under 60 seconds.Following the huge success of Why Can't I Tickle Myself? published in Autumn 2012, this new volume will also include quizzes and favourite facts sections, making it a perfect gift for families.At least 33% of the publisher's advance payments and 67% of net royalty income in respect of sales of this book is payable to the NSPCC (Registere

All your favourite nursery rhymes seen as never before with a cast of cute and cuddly dinosaurs playing the leading roles! With favourite nursery rhymes including 'Oh the Grand Old Duke of York' and

'Already hailed as a Cold War classic.' Boyd Tonkin, Independent Books of the Year 'Utterly absorbing, funny and humane. A romp through a twisted century in the heart of Europe.' Anna Funder, author o

One of the best-loved poems from Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats is given a new life in this stunning picture book with illustrations from Arthur Robbins that perfectly convey all the wit and humo

What do you do if your fiancée goes missing, presumed taken? If you're Daniel Trent, a highly-trained specialist in hostage negotiation, the answer is simple: You find out who took her and you make th

The Grand Budapest Hotel recounts the adventures of Gustave H (Ralph Fiennes), a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel between the wars, and Zero Moustafa (Tony Revolori), the lobby boy who becomes his most trusted friend. Acting as a kind of father-figure, M. Gustave leads the resourceful Zero on a journey that involves the theft and recovery of a priceless Renaissance painting; the battle for an enormous family fortune; a desperate chase on motorcycles, trains, sledges and skis; and the sweetest confection of a love affair - all against the back-drop of a suddenly and dramatically changing Continent.Inspired by the writings of Stefan Zweig, The Grand Budapest Hotel recreates a by-gone era through its arresting visuals and sparkling dialogue. The charm and vibrant colours of the film gradually darken with a sense of melancholy as the forces of history conspire against a vanishing world.

Cats! Some are sane, some are madand some are good and some are bad. Join in the fun with all your favourite cats! From T. S. Eliot's classic Old Possum's poetry collection, starring ... Macavity, the

The first in an irresistible series for young readers in hilarious rhyming text and with adorable illustrations. Can you see him? My kitten? Close your eyes tight His fur is so soft and all silvery wh

This is a brand new edition of a Faber classic, with original illustrations from national treasure Shirley Hughes. First published in 1966, this bedtime classic has been lovingly restored. Featuring t

When Rob Hale wakes up in hospital after a motorcycle crash on the Isle of Man, he is told that Lena, the woman he claims was travelling with him, doesn't exist. The woman he describes bears a strikin

Ryder, a renowned pianist, arrives in a Central European city he cannot identify for a concert he cannot remember agreeing to give. But then as he traverses a landscape by turns eerie and comical - an

For the first time, Faber publish a selection from the poetry of Philip Larkin. how many poets make us laugh - or, in that curious phrase, "laugh out loud" (as if there's another way of doing it)? Lar

'One day there is life . . . And then, suddenly, it happens there is death.' So begins Paul Auster's moving and personal meditation on fatherhood, The Invention of Solitude. The first section, 'Portra

Music depresses me. Dancing distresses me. Everything turns out wrong. That’s why, the whole day long, I feel so gloomy. Inspired by Ludwig Bechstein’s nineteenth-century poem, Axel Scheffler has cr

Set against the backdrop of the devastating global recession, and pulsing with the energy of the author's previous novel Invisible, this title is as mythic as it is contemporary, as in love with baseb

'I lost my own father at 12 yr. of age and know what it is to be raised on lies and silence...'To the authorities in pursuit of him, outlaw Ned Kelly is a horse thief, bank robber and police-killer. But to his fellow ordinary Australians, Kelly is their own Robin Hood.In a dazzling act of ventriloquism, Peter Carey brings the famous bushranger wildly and passionately to life.

In a sublime story cycle, Kazuo Ishiguro explores ideas of love, music and the passing of time. From the piazzas of Italy to the Malvern Hills, a London flat to the ‘hush-hush floor’ of an exclusive H

Diabetes Essentials incorporates the latest guidelines and trials into a practical, concise, authoritative guide to the diagnosis, evaluation, prevention, and management of type 2 diabetes, the most p

Eva Tyne, an Irish violinist living and working in New York, collapses after her solo debut and is rushed to hospital. Still dazed after the incident, she finds herself embarked on a chaotic and dange

Then one day a man turns up, sees her, and mindlessly destroys her.' Martin Crimp's pared down version of Chekhov's first great play reveals the full force of its comedy and cruelty - whether it's lov

Sam is back in Edinburgh with his brilliant uncle, inventor Professor Ampersand, and cousins Zara, Ben and friend Marcia. Their efforts to build an experimental flying boat leads to a dramatic discove

New York was a labyrinth of endless steps, and no matter how far he walked, it always left him with the feeling of being lost. Each time he took a walk, he felt he was leaving himself behind. All plac

本書收錄莫札特二十二年間的書信，呈現其真實性格與人生歷程。從少年成長到藝術成熟，帶領讀者理解音樂背後的情感與思想，是認識這位音樂天才的重要之作。Here is Mozart at his most intimate and unguarded, with new translations of the composer's lettersWhat was Mozart really like? Wild? Sublime? Responsible? Fun-loving? Bright? Foul-mouthed? Reading these letters, we learn in his own words that he was all of these and much more. Here is the composer at his most intimate and unguarded, expressing his feelings about life, love, music, and the world around him.In this collection, Robert Spaethling has carefully chosen letters written by Mozart over a span of almost twenty-two years - from his first journey to Italy as a shy teenager to the final months of his life in Vienna. The letters, together with the accompanying introductions, chronicle the composer's life, personal development and artistic growth.

A collection of one hundred inter-linked stories celebrating the twentieth century, by Germany's most eminent contemporary writer. As the sequence of stories unfolds, a lively and rich picture emerges

Adam Phillips uses the idea of flirtation to explore the virtues of being uncommitted - to people, to ideas, to methods - and the pleasures of uncertainty.

CAN YOU CATCH THE TRAITOR BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE? STEP INSIDE THE ICONIC WORLD OF THE TRAITORS AND PUT YOUR INNER-DETECTIVE TO THE TEST WITH THIS ESSENTIAL, BESTSELLING SEARCH-AND-FIND BOOK.Replicating the addictive gameplay of The Traitors, with a brand-new narrative to solvePacked with tricky searches, puzzles, games and clues to spot on every pageSharpen your search skills, or share and play the book with friends and familyWelcome back to the most iconic and talked-about reality show on the planet. Based on the global TV phenomenon The Traitors, this thrilling search-and-find adventure invites you to play The Traitors, by uncovering hidden clues and finding the cloaked betrayers lurking in plain sight. Perfect for fans of the TV show and puzzle lovers alike, this immersive book will test your observational skills and challenge your inner detective. Filled with drama, suspense and iconic moments, Search and Find: The Traitors is a must-have for any superfan or truth-seeker.LOOK OUT FOR

My First Tackle Box has everything young anglers need for fishing fun. This interactive book features lift-the-flap panels and removable cardboard cut-outs, including a fishing rod, fish, lures, a hook, a fillet knife, and more. Catch fish with the fishing rod, organize your gear, measure your catch with a ruler, and more! This uniquely designed board book will encourage creativity and hours of fun as kids learn about all of the tools in the tackle box. Children and adults alike will love interacting with this fun book.

Perfect for expecting parents who want to prepare themselves for the challenging toddler years (which starts around eight months of age), this essential guide, a national bestseller by respected pedia

A perfect gift to delight Harriet Muncaster fans.Meet Isadora-half fairy, half vampire, totally unique.Meet Mirabelle-half witch, half fairy, totally mischievous.Meet Emerald-the most rebellious princess under the sea.This beautifully illustrated collection also includes a bumper activity section with fun things to make and do.A magical story collection from the world of Harriet Muncaster.A special gift edition with shiny silver foil and sprayed edges, celebrating 10 years of everyone's favourite half fairy half vampire, Isadora Moon!This collection brings together Isadora Moon, Mirabelle, and Emerald, each illustrated in their iconic two-colour style. Perfect for early readers who love chapter books filled with humour, friendship, and adventure.Join Isadora in Isadora Moon and the Vampire Festival-when Pink Rabbit goes missing at the annual vampire celebration, Isadora has to use special fairy magic to find him.In Mirabelle and the Bitten Catastrophe, Mirabelle turns her whole class i

This book presents a clear and direct path to experiencing the feel of pulse and rhythm. The exercises are fun and mentally challenging while incorporating the use of our physical selves for a whole

Join Boy and Grandad on their thrilling expedition to return a dragon egg to its nest before it hatches! Boy and Grandad are busy in the garden when they accidentally dig up a dragon's egg. Can they brave a bubbling pool of lava, spiky stalagmites and deep, dark caves to return it to its nest in one piece? Luckily, Boy has just the plan to get it there . .. With emotive and nostalgic illustrations, this is a wonderful tale to share with the whole family and the perfect gift for a grandchild. A celebration of the power of imagination and invention, Bang! is sure to whisk readers away on an amazing underground adventure.This is the final story in Sam Usher's exciting new series that puts Boy and Grandad's skills to the test as the pair recycle and reuse everyday items to create incredible inventions and ingenious new forms of transport. Other books available in the new quartet from Sam Usher, featuring the much beloved Grandad and Boy duo: Zoom!, Clang!, Whoosh!

Hot Wheels fans will love this awesome graphic novel with two new stories based on the hit Netflix show, Hot Wheels Let's Race!With full-colour art from the new animated series on Netflix on every page, this graphic novel is the ultimate format for Hot Wheels fans. Join racers, Coop, Axle, Brights, Spark, Sidecar, and Mac and their chosen Hot Wheels cars as they race to save Hot Wheels City!First, in Trashed Tracks, the racers are cleaning up the Crash Pad but, when the trash cart is overfilled, all the trash is launched onto the track builder and into Hot Wheels City! Can Coop find a way to clear up the trash, and fast? Challenge Accepted!Then, in Mini Coop join Coop, Mac and Spark after they’ve been zapped and shrunk by Dash’s Shrink-o-Tron! Can they avoid the falling nuts and bolts, being mistaken for an anchovy on a pizza, and being sucked up by a vacuum? This 64-page, colourful graphic novel includes two Hot Wheels stories filled with turbo charged challenges, supreme speed races

Help little Niko learn how to use the potty for the first time in this interactive board book packed with push-and-pull sliders and flaps. The potty is waiting, give it a try!Uh-oh, Niko,Are you feeling shy?Uh-Oh Niko is a little bear who sometimes gets things a little wrong. Whatever happens, he always tries again and learns new skills along the way.With durable pages and interactive elements to help little ones develop their fine motor skills, this colourful, illustrated board book is the perfect way to help toddlers with their daily routines. Children will love joining in with the fun-filled rhyming text and playing along with the story - great for fans of Maisy and Tales of Acorn Wood. Want more fun with Niko? Check out the other books in the series:Uh-Oh, Niko: BathtimeUh-Oh, Niko: BedtimeUh-Oh, Niko: The ParkUh-Oh, Niko: NurseryUh-Oh, Niko: The BeachUh-Oh, Niko: Birthday PartyUh-Oh, Niko: SwimmingUh-Oh, Niko: The Train

'Fruit Fly is savage and darkly hilarious. A pointed satire of publishing with flawed, fascinating characters.' Juno Dawson'This is an incredible book ... tough and raw and merciless but funny and kind at the same time.' Russell T.Davies, writer of It's a SinAnyone can write a bestseller. Here’s how. GO GAYIt’s been seven years since Mallory shot to fame as a literary sensation.But after years of struggling with writer’s block, she’s desperate to resurrect her career before it spirals into obscurity. She needs inspiration to strike – and fast. GO SADEnter Leo – a young struggling addict sleeping under bridges and trading sex for survival.He’s vulnerable. He’s enigmatic. He’s exactly what Mallory has been looking for.GO DARKMallory needs Leo if she wants another bestseller. Authenticity sells, and there’s nothing more authentic than real life. She’s the perfect person to tell Leo’s story.Gay, sad, dark – just what the world needs right now. But as secrets threaten to unravel more than j