Handsome, clever, and rich, Emma Woodhouse delights in interfering in the romantic lives of others. But when she ignores the warnings of her good friend Mr. Knightley and attempts to arrange a suitable match for her protégée, Harriet Smith, her...

When Nick Carraway moves to West Egg, Long Island, he has no idea that the lavishly outfitted mansion next to his modest house is home to Jay Gatsby. Eventually, Nick becomes aware of Gatsby’s intense interest in his cousin Daisy...

*Includes pictures of Machiavelli and some of the rulers he discusses throughout the book.*Explains the historical background of Machiavelli's life and the political context within which he wrote The Prince.*Summarizes each chapter of The Prince and explains the overarching themes...

*Explains the major themes, characters, and plot of each part of the Divine Comedy. *Includes a summary and analysis of each cantica in the Divine Comedy. “But already my desire and my will were being turned like a wheel, all...

*Includes a short biography of Shakespeare. *Explains the historical sources that inspired the story of Romeo & Juliet. *Summarizes every scene of Romeo & Juliet and analyzes them. *Discusses the characters, plot, and major themes of Romeo & Juliet. “If...

Includes an introduction with a short biography about Ayn Rand.Comprehensively explains Rand's philosophy, Objectivism, and the plots, characters, themes, symbols, and philosophy of Rand's classic novels.Includes a Bibliography for further reading."Government 'help' to business is just as disastrous as government...

PUBLISHER: Mint Editions Heralded as one of the first instances of feminist literature and rejected at its time of publication by the literary set on grounds of moral distaste, Kate Chopin’s The Awakening caused consternation in 1899.It is one of...

PUBLISHER: Independently Published Herland is a utopian novel published in 1915 and written by the feminist writer Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The story describes an isolated society composed entirely of women. The result is a perfect social order, free of all...

PUBLISHER: HarperCollins Margaret Wise Brown, the New York Times bestselling author of the perennial classics Goodnight Moon and Runaway Bunny, asks children to think deeply about the importance of everyday objects, from apples to spoons. With lyrical words and vivid illustrations by Caldecott winner Leonard...

PUBLISHER: Scribner Book Company Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read.An American classic and great bestseller for over thirty years, A Separate Peace is timeless in its description of adolescence during a period when the entire country...

PUBLISHER: Back Bay Books "A bold and subversive retelling of the goddess's story," this #1 New York Times bestseller is "both epic and intimate in its scope, recasting the most infamous female figure from the Odyssey as a hero in her own...

PUBLISHER: Dragonfly Books02/12/1974 From beloved Caldecott winning picture book creator Leo Lionni, this charming tale of sticking together and imagination shows how powerful friendship can be.Two best friends, a minnow and a tadpole, are practically inseparable until the tadpole grows...

"With topics ranging from slavery to space travel, the impressive breadth of this anthology makes for a well-rounded survey. Readers, writers, and scholars alike will find great value here." — Publishers Weekly Starred ReviewA deluxe edition of new writing and neglected...

Dr. Seuss’s wonderfully wise Oh, the Places You’ll Go! is the perfect gift to celebrate all of our special milestones—from graduations to birthdays and beyond!From soaring to high heights and seeing great sights to being left in a Lurch on a prickle-ly perch,...

HarperCollins Maurice Sendak's Caldecott Medal-winning picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children's books of all time. A must for every child's bookshelf. This iconic story has inspired a movie, an opera, and the imagination...

Philomel Books THE all-time classic picture book, from generation to generation, sold somewhere in the world every 30 seconds! A sturdy and beautiful book to give as a gift for new babies, baby showers, birthdays, and other new beginnings!Featuring interactive die-cut...

Viking Books for Young Readers The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. This celebrated classic has been shared by generations of readers and listeners, a must-have for every...

Grosset & Dunlap "I think I can, I think I can, I think I can..." Discover the inspiring story of the Little Blue Engine as she makes her way over the mountain in this beloved classic—the perfect gift to celebrate the special milestones in your...

HarperCollins From Shel Silverstein, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Sidewalk Ends and A Light in the Attic, comes a poignant picture book about love and acceptance, cherished for over fifty years. This classic is perfect for both young readers and lifelong fans. "Once...

Have a ball with Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat in this classic picture book...but don't forget to clean up your mess!A dreary day turns into a wild romp when this beloved story introduces readers to the Cat...

Houghton Mifflin Take a ride aboard the Polar Express in this award-winning, classic holiday story, complete with an ornament gift, perfect for every child’s library.A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical train to the...

Random House Books for Young Readers Count and explore the zany world and words of Seuss in this classic picture book. The special 60th Anniversary Edition with an easy peel-off sticker makes it a perfect gift for Seuss fans! From counting...

Grow your heart three sizes and get in on all of the Grinch-mas cheer with this Christmas classic--the ultimate Dr. Seuss holiday book that no collection is complete without!Every Who down in Who-ville liked Christmas a lot . . ....

Random House Books for Young Readers "do you like green eggs and ham?" asks sam-i-am in this beginner book by dr. Seuss. In a house or with a mouse? in a boat or with a goat? on a train or...

HarperFestival In this classic of children's literature, beloved by generations of readers and listeners, the quiet poetry of the words and the gentle, lulling illustrations combine to make a perfect book for the end of the day. In a great...

Random House Books for Young Readers This collectible Dr. Seuss boxed set is perfect for inspiring a love of reading, and with five books in one super giftable set, it will complete any beginning reader's shelf! An ideal gift for new...

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Henry Holt & Company A big happy frog, a plump purple cat, a handsome blue horse, and a soft yellow duck--all parade across the pages of this delightful book. Children will immediately respond to Eric Carle's flat, boldly colored collages....

Joseph had a little overcoat, but it was full of holes—just like this book! When Joseph's coat got too old and shabby, he made it into a jacket. But what did he make it into after that? And after that?...

An over-sized, lavishly illustrated, full-color edition of Philip Pullman's beloved classic.Philip Pullman's The Golden Compass has been changing the world for twenty-five years.We are delighted to offer this new edition of the classic, with more than 100 full-color illustrations from acclaimed illustrator...