Language & Literary Studies

The 'riotous, insanely readable' new novel from the author of THE HANDMAID'S TALE

These spiritual reflections of Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius (AD 121-180) show a leader trying to make sense of himself and the universe, and cover diverse topics such as the question of virtue, human rationality and the nature of the gods.

Celebrate International Women's Day with the original rebel girls!

The sensational account of the overwhelming role of drug-taking in the Third Reich - from Hitler and his entourage to ordinary troops.

Why women need wives, and men need lives

Hidden away in the Record Department of the sprawling Ministry of Truth, Winston Smith skilfully rewrites the past to suit the needs of the Party. Yet he inwardly rebels against the totalitarian world he lives in, which demands absolute obedience and controls him through the all-seeing telescreens and the watchful eye of Big Brother, symbolic head of the Party.

Beyond Good and Evil demonstrates that the world is steeped in false piety and infected with a 'slave morality'. With wit and subversive energy, Nietzsche demands that the individual impose their own 'will to power' upon the world.

The original vampire story - Dracula is still guaranteed to horrify

Back by popular demand, the original Clothbound Classics edition of Dostoyevsky's masterpiece.

An eclectic collection of poetry by one of 17th century England's boldest, smartest, and independent women.

An exploration of Beat spirituality--seen through excerpts from the writings of the seminal writers of Beat Generation themselves.

The highly anticipated collection by Danez Smith: ‘One of the year’s essential books’ NPR

An incredibly simple, fun and practical Maori dictionary for all New Zealanders.

The accessible guide to learning the Maori language, no matter your knowledge level.

The accessible guide to learning the Maori language, no matter your knowledge level.