Daniel Defoe creator of everyone's childhood favourite, "Robinson Crusoe," is also an important pioneer of the development of the English novel. In this volume, such noted critics as Ian Watt, … [Read more...] about Daniel Defoe – A Collection of Critical Essays
Non-Fiction
The Second World War by Antony Beevor
Over the past two decades, Antony Beevor has established himself as one of the world's premier historians of WWII. Now, in his newest and most ambitious book, he turns his focus to one of the … [Read more...] about The Second World War by Antony Beevor
Chernobyl – History of a Tragedy by Serhii Plokhy
On the morning of 26 April 1986 Europe witnessed the worst nuclear disaster in history: the explosion of a reactor at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant in Soviet Ukraine. The outburst put the world on … [Read more...] about Chernobyl – History of a Tragedy by Serhii Plokhy
In My Own Words by Paul Galvin
Paul Galvin's meteoric and often controversial career with the senior Kerry football team has seen him win four All-Ireland medals, as well as six Munster championships. His inter-county career … [Read more...] about In My Own Words by Paul Galvin
Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow
In the first full-length biography of Alexander Hamilton in decades, Ron Chernow tells the riveting story of a man who overcame all odds to inspire, and scandalise the newborn America. According to … [Read more...] about Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow
I’m with the Band by Pamela Des Barres
The stylish, exuberant, and remarkably sweet confession of one of the most famous groupies of the 1960s and 70s is back in print in this new edition that includes an afterword on the author's last 15 … [Read more...] about I’m with the Band by Pamela Des Barres
Mouth Full of Blood by Toni Morrison
Spanning four decades, these essays, speeches and meditations interrogate the world around us. They are concerned with race, gender and globalisation. The sweep of American history and the … [Read more...] about Mouth Full of Blood by Toni Morrison
Rebel Kerry edited by Simon Brouder
A history of County Kerry, from the 1916 Easter Rising through the end of the Irish Civil war in 1923. With contemporary reports from the Republican leaning newspaper, The Kerryman, and analysis … [Read more...] about Rebel Kerry edited by Simon Brouder
The Complete Dog Breed Book
From spaniels to sheepdogs, 'The Complete Dog Breed Book' will help you choose the perfect companion for your family. Fully illustrated and featuring over 400 of the world's best-loved breeds, this … [Read more...] about The Complete Dog Breed Book
Revolution in Connacht by Cormac Ó Comhraí
During the years 1913-23 the people of Connacht saw a Republican uprising against British rule, Civil War, World War, a land war, sectarian violence, and five elections. Weaving together … [Read more...] about Revolution in Connacht by Cormac Ó Comhraí