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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,...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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 "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,...

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 '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...

The anthology '60 Gothic Classics' offers an expansive exploration into the depths of Gothic literature, capturing the essence of eerie atmospheres and complex narratives that characterize the genre....

The Greatest Gothic Classics is an extraordinary collection that spans the macabre and the mysterious, weaving an intricate tapestry of terror and the supernatural. This anthology delves into the varied...

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...

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 "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 "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 "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 "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 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...

"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...

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...

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...

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'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 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...

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma...

The story of Oliver Twist - orphaned, and set upon by evil and adversity from his first breath - shocked readers when it was published. After running away from the workhouse and pompous beadle Mr Bumble,...

A burned-out pop star stranded in small-town Kentucky can't help falling for her unlikely knight in shining armour - the notoriously grumpy owner of the local pie shop - in this charming slice of romance...

Now a movie starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, USA Today bestselling author Sally Thorne’s hilarious and sexy workplace comedy all about that thin, fine line between hate and love.Nemesis (n.) 1)...

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

Can the perfect village save the perfect wedding? INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT FROM A POSTCARD FROM ITALY Cher, the landlady of the Duck & Puddle...

An enchanting collection containing books four, five, and six of #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Regency-set Bridgerton novels—Romancing Mister Bridgerton; To Sir Phillip, with...

THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY TV’S EMMY NOMINATED HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. Centuries before A Game of Thrones, an even greater game began, one that set the skies alight with dragon...

When the owner of the local flower shop in Rome, Kentucky, makes a questionable agreement with a tattooed bad boy, a delightful friends-to-lovers romance begins to bloom - from the author of When in Rome...

My plan was perfect. My friend needed a date, and my brother's best friend was single. Problem solved.Until I saw Jaeger for the first time in years, and sparks flew in the wrong direction.Jaeger has...

Sethe is now miles away from Sweet Home, the farm where she was kept as a slave.Unable to forget the unspeakable horrors that took place there, she is haunted by the violent spectre of her dead child,...

Brimming with characters you can't help but fall for and off-the-charts chemistry, this is TikTok sensation Emily Henry doing what she does best!-----Two exes. One pact.Could this holiday change everything?Harriet...

A forbidden, secret affair proves that all's fair in love and science - from Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood. Rue Siebert might not have it all, but she has enough: a...

Look for The Land of Sweet Forever, a posthumous collection of newly discovered short stories and previously published essays and magazine pieces by Harper Lee, coming October 21, 2025.Voted America's...

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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...

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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...

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...

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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...

OVER 12 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDENOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTUREA NUMBER ONE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERFor years, rumours of the 'Marsh Girl' have haunted Barkley Cove, a quiet town on the North Carolina...