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Robert Hugh Benson's 'Lord of the World' is a thought-provoking dystopian novel that explores the clash between secularism and religion in a futuristic world. Set in the 21st century, the novel depicts...

In 'The King's Achievement' by Robert Hugh Benson, readers are immersed in a thought-provoking historical novel set in the 16th century. The book is written in a captivating and engaging literary style,...

Robert Hugh Benson's novel 'Come Rack! Come Rope!' is a poignant work of historical fiction set during the Elizabethan persecution of Catholics in England. The book explores themes of religious persecution,...

In "The Coward," Robert Hugh Benson intricately explores the themes of courage and moral conflict through the lens of a protagonist who grapples with societal expectations and personal fears. The narrative...

In "The Light Invisible," Robert Hugh Benson masterfully intertwines themes of faith, spirituality, and the quest for divine presence within the everyday struggles of life. The novel, written in 1903,...

In "Oddsfish!", Robert Hugh Benson crafts a whimsical yet profound narrative set in the realm of Elizabethan England. The novel intertwines fantasy with biting social commentary, exploring themes of faith,...

In "None Other Gods," Robert Hugh Benson crafts a compelling narrative that explores the spiritual struggles and moral dilemmas faced by individuals in a post-Victorian society teetering between faith...

In "None Other Gods," Robert Hugh Benson crafts a compelling narrative that weaves together themes of faith, temptation, and the multifaceted nature of personal belief. Set against the backdrop of the...

In "The Dawn of All," Robert Hugh Benson crafts a profound narrative that intertwines elements of science fiction and theological speculation. Set in a dystopian future where humanity is facing the repercussions...

In "The Light Invisible," Robert Hugh Benson masterfully weaves a rich tapestry of themes that explore the intersection of faith, morality, and the metaphysical realm. The narrative is imbued with a lyrical...

Robert Hugh Benson's 'In Honour of the Nativity of our Lord' is a captivating play that offers a unique perspective on the birth of Jesus Christ. Written in a poetic and lyrical style, the play explores...

In 'The Dawn of All', Robert Hugh Benson weaves a rich tapestry of theological speculation and apocalyptic vision, exploring the implications of a future where the Second Coming of Christ profoundly reshapes...

In "The Necromancers," Robert Hugh Benson artfully weaves a tale that fuses elements of gothic horror with spiritual inquiry, delving into the boundaries of life and death through the eyes of a troubled...

Dive into the shadowy depths of literary genius with *The Greatest Gothic Classics of All Time*, a meticulously curated anthology that spans the breadth of Gothic literature from its 18th-century origins...

Dive into the shadowy depths of '60 Gothic Classics,' an anthology that seamlessly weaves together the haunting narratives and chilling motifs of Gothic literature. This collection spans a range of styles...

Remarquable livre d'anticipation, ce roman du début du XXème siècle montre une situation proche de celle que nous vivons actuellement : antagonisme entre monde totalitaire et religieux, persécution des...

vollständige Fassung, kommentiert und in Neuer Deutscher Rechtschreibung Der Herr der Welt, (»Lord of the world«), gilt als wichtiger Vorläufer der großen dystopischen Romane des 20. Jahrhunderts wie...

"You must give me a moment," said the old man, leaning back. Percy resettled himself in his chair and waited, chin on hand. It was a very silent room in which the three men sat, furnished with the extreme...

In 'The Coward' by Robert Hugh Benson, the author explores themes of honor, courage, and redemption within the context of World War I. Written in a prose that is both lyrical and heartfelt, the novel...

This book, written in 1907, is Benson's dystopic vision of a near future world in which religion has, by and large, been rejected or simply fallen by the wayside. The Catholic Church has retreated to...

Her theory of the universe as the girl who watched her now was beginning to find out was impregnable and unapproachable.

Lord of the World is a 1907 apocalyptic novel by Robert Hugh Benson. It is sometimes deemed one of the first modern dystopias. Michael D. O'Brien's Catholic apocalyptic series, Children of the Last Days...

Two wealthy families are neighbors in Elizabethan England; one is staunchly Catholic and the other is devoutly Protestant. The attractive young scions of the families are drawn to each other in friendship...

Following the death of his fiancée, Laurie Baxter becomes consumed by an obsession with the supernatural. Attempting to reach his deceased bride, he attends rituals and séances, delving ever deeper into...

Robert Hugh Benson, who was educated at Eton College and Trinity College, Cambridge, was ordained an Anglican priest in 1895 by his father, the Archbishop of Canterbury. Eight years later, after weighty...

In "Lord of the World," Robert Hugh Benson presents a hauntingly prophetic vision of a dystopian future where materialism and secularism have supplanted spiritual values. Set in the early 21st century,...

Dos días después de Navidad, el arzobispo de Canterbury fue asesinado al pie del altar de su catedral por cuatro hombres de armas del rey Enrique II.La historia había empezado de forma muy diferente,...

In Robert Hugh Benson's 'Lord of the World,' readers are taken on a thought-provoking journey into a dystopian future where a world leader known as the 'Lord of the World' emerges, promising peace and...

In Robert Hugh Benson's book, 'Paradoxes of Catholicism', the author delves into the complex and often misunderstood teachings of the Catholic faith. Through a series of essays, Benson explores the seemingly...

Robert Hugh Benson's novel, 'The History of Richard Raynal, Solitary,' is a thought-provoking exploration of solitude and faith. Set in 19th century France, the book follows the spiritual journey of the...

Readers love The Ingredients for Happiness! ‘A gorgeous summer read’ ‘Uplifting, funny, romantic and charming’...

When her former governess finds happiness as the bride of a local widower, the brilliant and beautiful Emma Woodhouse — one of Jane Austen’s immortal creations — flatters herself that she alone has secured...

"One of the strangest and most wonderful books in the world." —D. H. Lawrence "‘Moby-Dick’ is the book which I put down with the unqualified thought, 'I wish I had written that'…" —William Faulkner "What...

For the readers who are moody, feisty, and in another world may also be stabby. She's her Captain's protector, and he's a rival Captain who just couldn't mind his own business.A Grim Pirates Fantasy With...

BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU Newspeak, Doublethink, Big Brother, the Thought Police - the language of 1984 has passed into the English language as a symbol of the horrors of totalitarianism. George Orwell's...

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.A...

One of the BBC's '100 Novels That Shaped Our World' HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. Winston Smith rewrites history. It’s his...

From the author of TikTok sensations and global bestsellers The Love Hypothesis and Love on the BrainRival physicists collide in a vortex of academic feuds and fake dating shenanigans in this delightfully...

WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES The Foundation series is Isaac Asimov’s iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire,...

‘Addictive. A first-class page-turner.’ Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me Can the past ever be forgotten? As soon as nurse Maura Lyle sets foot inside the foreboding Essen Grange,...

Is it ever too late to leave the friend zone? Friends-to-lovers TikTok sensation, The Cheat Sheet, is the rom-com that has readers laughing and rooting for these lovable best friends from the first page!...

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP BESTSELLER#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZELONGLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE'An utterly mesmerising novel..I absolutely loved this book' Bernardine Evaristo,...

The hauntingly prophetic classic novel. Over 1 million copies sold in the UK. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to burn books, which are forbidden, being...

'A radiant debut' EMILY HENRYTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!Six summers to fall in love. One moment to fall apart. A weekend to get it right.They say you can never go home again, and for Persephone Fraser...

From the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new steamy, STEMinist novella... A scientist should never cohabitate with her annoyingly hot nemesis - it leads...

Meg is the eldest and on the brink of love. Then there’s tomboy Jo who longs to be a writer. Sweet-natured Beth always puts others first, and finally there’s Amy, the youngest and most precocious. Together...

Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, who first appeared in publication in 1887. He is the creation of Scottish born author and physician Sir Arthur Conan...

SOMETIMES WHEN YOU LOVE SOMEONE... YOU LIEThe bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix drama Fool Me Once explores the dangers of obsession in this #1 bestselling suspense thriller. Six years...

In the vast expanse of the treacherous ocean, a legendary tale unfolds, gripping the hearts of readers for generations to come. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of "Moby Dick," a literary masterpiece...

This volume collects the complete writings of Virginia Woolf: 8 novels, 3 'biographies,' 46 short stories, 606 essays, 1 play, her diary and some letters. Contents: THE NOVELS The Voyage Out Night...

A funny, emotional and uplifting novel from the French Marian Keyes. 'Heartwarming' Good Housekeeping'A gorgeous story, charming and funny and poignant' Nicola Cornick For fans of Ruth Hogan, Veronica...

Buck, a sturdy crossbreed canine (half St. Bernard, half Shepard), is a dog born to luxury and raised in a sheltered Californian home. But then he is kidnapped and sold to be a sled dog in the harsh and...

The most famous by far of all twentieth-century political allegories, Animal Farm is the account of a group of barnyard animals who revolt against their vicious human master, only to submit to a tyranny...

Wilde’s only novel, first published in 1890, is a brilliantly designed puzzle, intended to tease conventional minds with its exploration of the myriad interrelationships between art, life and consequence....

This ebook contains Oscar Wilde's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook)...

The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW!'Yarros...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for more than half a century,...

DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades' The Sun'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very...

An enchanting collection containing the first three novels in New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series set in Regency England—The Duke and I, The Viscount Who Loved Me,...

Pre-order Beth's epic new novel, SWEPT AWAY, now! 'Beth O'Leary is that rare, one-in-a-million talent who can make you laugh, swoon, cry and ache all in the same book' EMILY HENRYTiffy and Leon share...