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The problem with history is that much of what you learn in school simply isn’t true! For instance, King Harold was NOT shot in the eye with an arrow at the Battle of Hastings, Neanderthals were not a …

In ‘Dr. Wortle’s School, ‘ Anthony Trollope offers a penetrating insight into the moral complexities of Victorian society through the story of a schoolmaster confronted with a scandalous dilemma. Wri …

In ‘Nightmare Abbey, ‘ Thomas Love Peacock expertly weaves a satirical narrative that critiques the Romantic literary movement and its preoccupation with melancholy and brooding characters. Set in a …

In ‘Micromegas, ‘ Voltaire blends satire with philosophical discourse to create a thought-provoking novella that critiques the absurdities of human nature and societal norms. The narrative follows th …

A guide to understanding the Scots that gets under their kilts to reveal all in an affectionate and humorous fashion. Das E-Book wird angeboten von und wurde mit folgenden Begriffen kategorisiert: …

A delightful selection of articles by the ever-popular A.A. Milne, author of the classic Winnie-the-Pooh stories, many of which haven't been in print for decades. Introduced by the prize-winning …

In ‘Reginald, ‘ Saki (H.H. Munro) presents a captivating collection of short stories that delve into the absurdities and whims of Edwardian society. Employing a sharp and witty literary style, the na …

In Samuel Merwin’s ‘The Trufflers, ‘ readers are immersed in a rich tapestry of adventure and intrigue within the world of treasure hunting. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, th …

In ‘Fantastic Fables, ‘ Ambrose Bierce employs a sharp, satirical lens to craft a collection of parables that challenge social norms, human folly, and moral pretensions through deceptively simple nar …

David Ross has produced an extraordinary, eclectic and hilarious collection of thematically arranged Scottish insults, abuse and invective which has been wonderfully illustrated throughout by Rupert …