Eight Cousins

'A modern classic.' Guardian'A near-perfect work of art.' Joyce Carol OatesSylvia Plath is a major cultural icon who continues to inspire new generations of female readers. The Bell Jar is one of the defining novels of the 20th century.I was supposed to be having the time of my life . . . Working as an intern for a New York fashion magazine in the summer of 1953, Esther Greenwood is on the brink of her future. Yet she is also on the edge of a darkness that makes her world increasingly unreal. Esther's vision of the world shimmers and shifts: day-to-day living in the sultry city, her crazed men-friends, the hot dinner dances . . . The Bell Jar, Sylvia Plath's only novel, is partially based on Plath's own life. It has been celebrated for its darkly funny and razor sharp portrait of 1950s society, and has sold millions of copies worldwide.ONE OF THE BBC'S '100 NOVELS THAT SHAPED OUR WORLD''As clear and readable as it is witty and disturbing.' New York Times Book ReviewReader responses:'Ve…

THE GLOBAL #1 BESTSELLERAN IRISH TIMES TOP 100 IRISH BOOKS OF THE 21ST CENTURYA BEST BOOK OF 2024 IN THE GUARDIAN, TIMES, SUNDAY TIMES, IRISH TIMES, LONDON STANDARD, INDEPENDENT, OBSERVER, NEW STATESMAN, iNEWS, GOOD HOUSEKEEPING, THE SKINNY, CITY AM, DAILY MAIL, AND THE CONVERSATION'Intermezzo is perfect ... Is there a better novelist at work right now?' Observer'Her most mature and moving book to date ... I read it in a state of rapture.' Sunday Times'If a perfect Sally Rooney novel exists, this might just be it ... Her best novel yet.' Evening Standard'Rooney has discovered her full literary prowess.' IndependentFrom the author of the multimillion-copy bestseller Normal People, an exquisitely moving story about grief, love and family. Aside from the fact that they are brothers, Peter and Ivan Koubek seem to have little in common.Peter is a Dublin lawyer in his thirties - successful, competent and apparently unassailable. But in the wake of their father's death, he's medicating himsel…

La Gomera is the ultimate get-away-from-it-all island: easy-going, unspoilt, friendly, isolated from the hustle and bustle of modern living, and so laid back it’s virtually supine - even the volcanoes have been dormant for millions of years. The walks, however, are a bit more energetic. For the new 4th edition of Walk! La Gomera Charles Davis has teamed up with Jan Kostura. Jan brings his wide experience and passion for the Canaries, checking, re-walking and revising existing routes, and adding a couple of his own adventures, including a new Top Three Gomeran walk. Two routes have been dropped as having become too dangerous, but the good news is that many of the more harum-scarum walks have been improved through path clearing and the addition of railings to the vertiginous stretches. Other good news is that the devastating forest fires of 2012 have proved not nearly as damaging as we feared, leaving most of our itineraries unscathed. In short, there is every reason to take off and ex…

Special editions with a beautiful shiny cover! Four books in one set, discover the addictive world of the Twisted series that has readers obsessed, a viral TikTok sensation!TWISTED LOVEAlex Volkov is a devil blessed with the face of an angel and cursed with a past he can't escape. Driven by a tragedy that has haunted him for most of his life, his ruthless pursuits for success and vengeance leave little room for matters of the heart.But when he's forced to look after his best friend's sister, he starts to feel something in his chest that could end his world as he knew it.Ava Chen is a free spirit trapped by nightmares of a childhood she can't remember. But despite her broken past, she's never stopped seeing the beauty in the world…including the heart beneath the icy exterior of a man she shouldn't want. Her brother's best friend. Her neighbor. Her savior and her downfall.TWISTED GAMESStoic, broody, and arrogant, elite bodyguard Rhys Larsen has two rules: 1) Protect his clients at all co…

MOZAMBIQUE MYSTERIES is about turning fifty and finding a new direction. Lisa St Aubin de Teran travelled to Mozambique and, for the first time in her much-travelled life, felt at home - in a place 'so remote that few have visited it since the time of Vasco da Gama'. After three marriages and various affairs, she also fell in love. She set up a school and, together with her niece, the Teran Foundation. From the acclaimed author of THE HACIENDA, Mozambique Mysteries is a story of new beginnings in a country of contrasts and challenges - her most inspiring story yet. ** 'Teran's writing has won many accolades and one can see why: it is vivid, intense and nicely cadenced' NEW STATESMAN ** 'A good example of what a little foreign money and local determinations can achieve... this book bears witness to a good kind of madness, of which many will be jealous' INDEPENDENT ** 'Inspirational... an excellent first-hand guide to Mozambique' TRIBUNE ** 'Her new incarnation is possibly her most extr…

Eyes of innocent cruelty. Life in a borrowed body. The dark realm takes form-another magic made real. The Darkstalkers series tells the story of dark dwellers locked in fierce battles. From this distinctive and ambitious entry in Capcom's fighting game history, Lilith joins the Real Elite Masterline. Following the earlier release of Morrigan, this statue brings to life her counterpart through an imaginative arrangement. What we pursued in this piece is the concept of the dark realm made real. By carefully fusing realism with stylization, we have created a sculptural beauty that feels otherworldly. Her pose, drawing a graceful S-curve, suggests both a cruel desire to satisfy curiosity and a hint of searching for something unknown. Her almond-shaped eyes, colored in crimson, are slightly enlarged to leave a stronger impression. The round and wide pupils emphasize the innocence of her youthful character. Pearl-painted wing membranes reflect a mysterious glow. Though not human, her skin to…

Eyes of innocent cruelty. Life in a borrowed body. The dark realm takes form-another magic made real. The Darkstalkers series tells the story of dark dwellers locked in fierce battles. From this distinctive and ambitious entry in Capcom's fighting game history, Lilith joins the Real Elite Masterline. Following the earlier release of Morrigan, this statue brings to life her counterpart through an imaginative arrangement. What we pursued in this piece is the concept of the dark realm made real. By carefully fusing realism with stylization, we have created a sculptural beauty that feels otherworldly. Her pose, drawing a graceful S-curve, suggests both a cruel desire to satisfy curiosity and a hint of searching for something unknown. Her almond-shaped eyes, colored in crimson, are slightly enlarged to leave a stronger impression. The round and wide pupils emphasize the innocence of her youthful character. Pearl-painted wing membranes reflect a mysterious glow. Though not human, her skin to…

We found ourselves, now we fight to defend our newfound livesPrime 1 Studio is very proud to present the next addition to the Premium Masterline, the long-awaited 1:4 scale PMSF6-01UTS Cammy Ultimate Bonus Version from Street Fighter 6!With the arrival of the sixth installment of one of the world's most legendary fighting games, Prime 1 Studio is delivering you yet another jaw-dropping 21 inches piece of art, this time around featuring none other than Cammy White, a fierce member of the British special forces of Unit Delta Red. Over the years, she's become a beloved and enduring icon in the Street Fighter series, and we are thrilled to be bringing her to life.Cammy is meticulously crafted in her brand-new look, featuring her new civilian outfit, gone is the iconic leotard, she now wears a bright cropped blue jacket with the Union Jack, the flag of Great Britain painted on the back, and a midriff-baring crop top and tight, stretch fabric workout leggings, still ready for combat if the n…

At a time when interest in the outdoors is at an all time high, this year sees the launch of a brand new guidebook: Almost Wild Camping, from the experts behind the best-selling Cool Camping series. Featuring 50 off-grid-style campsites in some of Britain's wildest locations, this glovebox sized guide is packed with inspiration for first-time wild campers looking for a remote place to pitch without having to arrive late and leave early - and withthe added benefit of campfires, a composting toilet and maybe even the chance of a bucket shower beneath a tree. Exciting recommendations include a tiny 10-person campsite in Scotland only accessible by boat, a restricted riverside site in a Norfolk Broads nature reserve and woodland pitches in Pembrokeshire over a mile from the nearest road.   Every site featured is brought to life with entertaining, insightful reviews and dazzling colour photography. Each entry is also accompanied by a quick-fire fact box detailing the basic facilities provi…

Explore The Beatles: 1964 Albums In Mono with 8 vinyls, a stunning vinyl box set capturing their classic 1964 sound in pristine mono. A must-have for audiophiles and Beatles fans alike!Tracklist:LP11    I Want To Hold Your Hand2    I Saw Her Standing There3    This Boy4    It Won't Be Long5    All I've Got To Do6    All My Loving1    Don't Bother Me2    Little Child3    Till There Was You4    Hold Me Tight5    I Wanna Be Your Man6    Not A Second TimeThe Beatles LP21    Roll Over Beethoven2    Thank You Girl3    You Really Got A Hold On Me4    Devil In Her Heart5    Money (That's What I Want)6    You Can't Do That1    Long Tall Sally2    I Call Your Name3    Please Mister Postman4    I'll Get You5    She Loves YouThe Beatles LP31    A Hard Day's Night2    Tell Me Why3    I'll Cry Instead4    I Should've Known Better5    I'm Happy Just To Dance With You6    And I Love Her1    I Should Have Known Better2    If I Fell3    And I Love Her4    Ringo's Theme (This Boy)5    Can't Buy Me Love6 …