One of Stevenson's most famous and enduringly popular works, the Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde describes the mysterious relationship between a respectable and affable doctor and his brutal associate. Set in the grimy streets of Victorian London, this tale of murder, split personality and obscure science, with its chilling final revelation, became an instant horror classic when it was first published in 1886, and has enthralled and terrified generations of readers ever since. This volume also contains seven other Gothic stories by Stevenson - such as The Body Snatchers, Markheim and Olalla - showcasing the ... |
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Complete and unabridged with an afterword by David Stuard Davies. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... "The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes" contains Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's final twelve stories about his great fictional detective. Featuring crypts at midnight, strange bones in a furnace and a blood-sucking vampire, these tales explore the darker side of human nature and involve betrayal, violence and the terrible consequences of infidelity. This "Macmillan Collector's Library" edition features an afterword by David Stuart Davies - a Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund and an authority on ... |
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Since his stories began to appear in magazines such as Weird Tales in the 1920s and 30s, H. P. Lovecraft and his vivid imagination have been entertaining generations of readers with tales that both drew upon and pushed the boundaries of the genres of horror and science fiction. Lovecraft's influence has been immense: countless writers - from Stephen King to Neil Gaiman - and filmmakers such as Guillermo del Toro have acknowledged the way in which Lovecraft has inspired them. Filled with suspense, amazing creatures and sensationally scary scenarios, this chronologically ordered collection of his short stories ... |
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In Daretana's greatest mansion, a high imperial officer lies dead-killed, to all appearances, when a tree erupted from his body. Even here at the Empire's borders, where contagions abound and the blood of the leviathans works strange magical changes, it's a death both terrifying and impossible. Assigned to investigate is Ana Dolabra, a detective whose reputation for brilliance is matched only by her eccentricities. Rumor has it that she wears a blindfold at all times, and that she can solve impossible cases without even stepping outside the walls of her home. At her side is her new assistant, Dinios Kol, ... |
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When Enola Holmes, sister to the detective Sherlock Holmes, discovers her mother has disappeared, she quickly embarks on a journey to London in search of her. But nothing can prepare her for what awaits. Because when she arrives, she finds herself involved in the kidnapping of a young marquess, fleeing murderous villains, and trying to elude her shrewd older brothers-all while attempting to piece together clues to her mother's strange disappearance. Amid all the mayhem, will Enola be able to decode the necessary clues and find her mother? ... |
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Enola Holmes is still on the run from her brother and world's most famous detective Sherlock Holmes. After one close encounter too many with him, Enola must abandon her disguise and find a new way to avoid discovery. But when Sherlock's right-hand man, Dr Watson, goes missing without a trace, Enola is unable to resist investigating. Especially when she learns that a bizarre bouquet - with flowers that all symbolise death - has been delivered to the Watson residence. It's a race against time to find Dr Watson before it's too late. Enola Holmes returns in this exciting third mystery. ... |
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The ever-elusive Enola Holmes has now been on the run for more than eight months, much to the bemusement of her brother - the world's most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. During a chance encounter with an old acquaintance, Lady Cecily, Enola realises that there is more to the young woman's plight than meets the eye. Especially when she leaves behind a dire plea for help within a peculiar pink fan... Puzzled, Enola finds she has no choice but to risk her freedom and join forces with Sherlock. But can she trust him? And can they both save Lady Cecily in time? ... |
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Enola Holmes is on the run from the world's most famous detective - her brother Sherlock Holmes. As she roams the dark and dangerous streets of London disguised as a doctor's secretary called Miss Ivy Meshle, Enola is reminded more and more that her name backwards spells "alone". But when she finds a concealed cache of dazzling charcoal drawings, she feels drawn to the girl who drew them. Only, that girl, young Lady Cecily, has mysteriously vanished. It's up to Enola to find her, but false appearances can only last so long... Enola's adventures continue in this thrilling second instalment. ... |
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Bedtime stories based on your favorite episodes. Come one, come all on this multi-narrative collection of "Gravity Falls" stories! Perfect for fans new and old, this collection of tales consist of Dipper and Mabel’s recollections of the adventures they shared visiting their Uncle Stan’s Mystery Shack. The Gravity Falls twist? Each retelling is accompanied by a short "Grunkle Stan" version of the same story, written from his gruff, humorous perspective. Readers have the choice of reading the Dipper and Mabel version, the Grunkle Stan version, or both! ... |
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Complete and unabridged. A pocket sized book - 10 x 15.5 cm. ... Strange things are going on at the Paris Opera House; a mysterious phantom - a skeleton in dinner dress - is wreaking havoc amongst the singers and backstage staff. But when new managers take over and dismiss the rumours of the Opera Ghost, the terror really begins. Who is the curious figure stalking the stage at night? How can he be in so many places at once, entering and leaving locked rooms at will? And what is his connection to the beautiful and talented young soloist, Christine? "The Phantom of the Opera" is perhaps best known for its many ... |
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По романа на сър Артър Конан Дойл, преразказан от Джанет Борсби и Рут Суон. ... An old family document says that everyone who lives at Baskerville Hall is in danger from a terrifying animal which lives on Dartmoor. When Sir Charles Baskerville dies in a mysterious way, his nephew, the young Sir Henry Baskerville, comes to live on Dartmoor. Is he in danger too? Is there really a dangerous animal on the moor, or did someone murder Sir Charles? Sherlock Holmes, the world-famous detective, is the only person who can solve the case. Or can he? Even Holmes is worried. In this Reader you will find information about Sir Arthur ... |
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A collection of early short stories which helped make Fitzgerald's name, Tales of the Jazz Age combines period pieces - the most notable of which is the novella-length May Day - with more fanciful creations, such as the fantastical The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, recently made into a Hollywood film. Also containing the now classic story The Diamond as Big as the Ritz, as well as lesser-known sketches and tales, this diverse selection, compiled by Fitzgerald himself from material published in newspapers and magazines, showcases both the variety of his writing and early examples of the themes and characters which ... |
