Eight Cousins

'ONE OF THE BBC'S '100 NOVELS THAT SHAPED OUR WORLD''A modern classic.' Guardian'A near-perfect work of art.' Joyce Carol OatesI 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.'As clear and readable as it is witty and disturbing.' New York Times Book ReviewReader responses:'Plath's masterpiece . . . It's amazing how relevant this book still is.''I just couldn't put it down.''Ever better than I expected.'

Special editions with a beautiful shiny cover and sprayed edges! 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…

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…

Adventuring can be exhausting! So exhausting in fact that Frieren hasn't even woken for her brand new plush! Taking the sweetest, deepest, snooze and laying at 16 inches long with her arms and legs stretched out lazily, her peaceful face sports a small open mouth and is framed by locks of pale purple hair which fall down either side of her head. Not even having time to change before taking a nap, she wears a white tunic with gold trimming and blue belts around her middle along with dark pants and brown boots. This plush is packed to the seams with 100% PP cotton and is made of a mixture of soft minky and felt materials, absolutely perfect for cuddling and taking the longest naps with!About Frieren: Beyond Journey's End:Frieren: Beyond Journey's End is a Manga series written by Kanehito Yamada and illustrated by Tsukasa Abe with an anime adaptation by Madhouse. It follows the Elven mage Frieren in her journey to the resting place of souls to reunite with her former comrade as she learns…

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…

Mama's gonna paint the streets with blood Prime 1 Studio is proud to present yet another breathtaking addition to our Ultimate Museum Masterline Series, in collaboration with Stanley Artgerm Lau, here is the 1:4 Scale UPMDC-08 Cyberpunk Harley Quinn from DC Comics! This time around, Prime 1 Studio takes you far into the future, to a dystopian Gotham City. The already dark and corrupt Gotham reaches new societal lows as technological advancements reach new highs. The one and only Artgerm has once again come up with a masterful reimagination of our beloved Harley Quinn and the artists at Prime 1 Studio have done an outstanding job at bringing Stanley Lau's concept to life. Standing over 24 inches tall, this new and improved Harley has been redesigned from head to toe. Her edgy yet playful demeanor is captured in her striking stance, her weapon wedged snugly between her elbows and back as she makes the horn gesture with both hands, exuding a subtle blend of ease but also confidence. Pr…

Mama's gonna paint the streets with blood Prime 1 Studio is proud to present yet another breathtaking addition to our Ultimate Museum Masterline Series, in collaboration with the famous Stanley Artgerm Lau, here is the 1:4 Scale UPMDC-08DXS Cyberpunk Harley Quinn Deluxe Bonus Version from DC Comics! This time around, Prime 1 Studio takes you far into the future, to a dystopian Gotham City. The already dark and corrupt Gotham reaches new societal lows as technological advancements reach new highs. The one and only Artgerm has once again come up with a masterful reimagination of our beloved Harley Quinn and the artists at Prime 1 Studio have done an outstanding job at bringing Stanley Lau's concept to life. Standing over 23.5 inches tall, this new and improved Harley has been redesigned from head to toe. Her edgy yet playful demeanor is captured in her striking stance, her weapon wedged snugly between her elbows and back as she makes the horn gesture with both hands, exuding a subtle …

THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY BEHIND THE BBC'S MISS AUSTEN: THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ANY JANE AUSTEN LOVER Readers LOVE Jane Austen at Home:'A "tour de force" which should be in the reading list of anyone who has either read the books or watched the film adaptations.' ????? 'This book is a delight . . . I will return to Austen's novels with a greater appreciation of the hardships and hopes of her heroines.' ????? 'I devoured this. Jane's story is told in vivid prose and a compassionate manner.' ????? ------------- Where better to celebrate the 250th birthday of one of Britain's most beloved novelists than the very rooms from which she quietly changed the world? In this bestselling biography, Lucy Worsley travels from room to room, house to house, showing us how and why Jane Austen lived as she did, examining the places and spaces that mattered to her. It wasn't all country houses and ballrooms, but a life that was often a painful struggle. Jane famously lived a 'life without incident', bu…