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Ildikó von Kürthy, Free Sign
Romance novel by Ildiko von KürthyProtagonist Annabel, 31 years oldTrip to Mallorca to visit relativesFell in love on the first eveningRival appears on TuesdayRival is slender and loves the man Annabel wants to leaveSituation changes drastically
Christoph Ransmayr, The Flying Mountain
Novel about the search for an unclimbed mountain in TibetTells the story of two brothers from IrelandEncounters with the fascinating world of nomadsAlso addresses deathTransformation and discovery of realityOne brother returns, the other stays in the mountainsA journey that unveils the mystery of love
Pascal Mercier, Night Train to Lisbon
Teacher leaves school and travels to LisbonFollows the trail of a mysterious authorDelves deeper and deeper into his notes and reflectionsMeets people who were impressed by the authorA futile journey fraught with threatsFinally, the teacher can feel again and reflect on his lifeBut what he sees could cost him his life
Johann W. von Goethe, Complete Poems in One Volume
All of Goethe's Poems in a Compact EditionOrganized by Work Groups, Including AdditionsIncludes Collections from 1815 and 1827Includes the West-Eastern Divan and Other CyclesIncludes Xenien by Schiller and GoetheIncludes Letters, Occasional Poems, and Fragments
E. L. Doctorow, The March
American Civil War novelAwarded the PEN/Faulkner AwardPlot set in the year 1865General William T. Sherman leads a successful march through Georgia, South and North CarolinaTells of love, ideals, and war as a destructive forcePanorama of a painful era in American historyShows the effects of war on various population groups
£20.43
Bertolt Brecht, Edition Suhrkamp, No.1, Life of Galileo
Written in exile in Denmark 1938/39World premiere of the first version 1943 in ZurichWorld premiere of the second version 1947 in Beverly HillsIncludes original text and commentary on the creation historyIncludes interpretations, literature references, and glossaries for words and subjectsWritten according to the new spelling rules
Philip Roth, Sabbaths Theater
Strange novel of epic proportionsMain character: Mickey Sabbath, former puppeteerRebellious man driven by sexual desiresJourney into the past after the death of his belovedTurbulent story that leads to the brink of madness
£15.00
Mario Vargas Llosa, The Green House
Novel set in a geographical location in PeruExpanded theme of social issues compared to an earlier novel by the authorPlot includes nuns, jungle girls, missionary schools, garrison officers, and prostitutionReports on the exploitation of indigenous people in rubber extraction and government reprisalsTheme of the ongoing oppression of natives by the ruling societyTwo episodes in the desert city of PiuraCenter of the novel is a green-painted brothel with mythological history and significance
Michael Köhlmeier, The Nibelungen
Classic saga cycle of the Western worldBrings characters like Siegfried and Kriemhild to lifeIntrigue, ambush, revenge, and murder as central themesAdventurous tale of Siegfried and the hoard of the NibelungsPart of the classic legendary heritage of the Western worldExciting continuation of the events at King Etzel's court
Velma Wallis, Two Old Women. A Legend of Betrayal and Courage
Nomadic tribe in Alaska during bitterly cold winterDeadly famineChief decides to leave the oldest women behindWomen refuse to give up, rely on their skillsStory of betrayal and braveryLoneliness of the icy wildernessInnate skills are rediscovered
Karl May, Collected Works: Collected Works, Vol. 10, Sand of Perdition: Vol. 10
Five Stories in North AfricaKara Ben Nemsi as the Savior in DistressOpponents: Marauding Caravans, Slave Traders, Desert TribesIncludes stories such as "The Gum" and "The Raid of the Baggara"Volume 10 of the Collected Works of Karl MayTitle: "Sand of Doom"Travelogue in North Africa
£24.73
Christopher Moore, The Bible According to Biff
Fills gaps in the book of books about the childhood and youth of Jesus ChristTells the story from Biff's perspective as Jesus' best friendNot meant to be taken seriously, stands out from typical religious kitschHighly respected author in the USA, compared to Douglas Adams and Tom Robbins
Mikael Niemi, Popular Music from Vittula
Novel about life in a small village in northern SwedenPlot set in the wild sixtiesProtagonists dream of the big wide worldLife in the village shaped by a harsh landscape and quirky inhabitantsChildren dream of a different lifeThe arrival of Rock'n'Roll changes everythingTells of a time of new beginnings and change
Umberto Eco, Baudolino
Novel set in the historical context of the 12th centuryPlot during the time of the CrusadesProtagonist Baudolino, a clever peasant’s son from PiedmontBecomes the adoptive son of Emperor Frederick I BarbarossaBaudolino’s whims, fantasies, and lies influence the course of world historyIncludes love letters to the Empress and opaque intrigues during the siege of AlessandriaMysterious death of Barbarossa
Haruki Murakami, Mr. Wind-Up Bird
Novel by Haruki MurakamiMain character: 30-year-old Toru OkadaSetting: TokyoSearch for missing cat leads to dream worldErotic temptations and malevolent intriguesTheme: buried soul of the globalized humanPolarizes critics but potential Nobel Prize in Literature winner
Simone de Beauvoir, The Second Sex. Morality and Sexuality of Woman.
Universal Positioning of WomanAnalysis of Dependence on Male DominanceValidity Across MillenniaSharply Insightful New TranslationTitle: "The Second Sex"Custom and Sex of Woman
£17.66
Diverse Christoph Ransmayr, The Flying Mountain paperback
Epic novel about the search for the last white spot on the world mapNarrator enables unique perspectives, e.g., hearing the surf on EverestTwo brothers set out to find an unclimbed, nameless mountainEncounters with an archaic nomadic world and deathOnly one of the brothers returns and unravels the mystery of loveTransformation and discovery of realitySurvivor sets out again at the end
£14.86
Dimitre Dinev, Engelszungen
Opulent family saga set against the backdrop of Bulgarian historyMeeting at the Vienna Central Cemetery at Comrade Miro's graveFinal resting place as a destination for miraclesEscape from Bulgaria and detour via ViennaFates closely intertwined since birth
Ian McEwan, Atonement
Novel about passion and the power of the unconsciousSet in the summer of 1935Protagonist is the 13-year-old Briony TallisTransformation of the lives of three peopleAbysses and power of passion and imaginationAwarded the German Book Prize and the National Book Critics Circle AwardCategory: International Fiction
John Irving, The Hotel New Hampshire
Emotional family story with various characters and plotlinesMotorcycle-riding and feminist bears, white rapists, and black avengersViennese hotel full of whores and anarchistsFamily dog with end-stage flatulenceReferences to Arthur Schnitzler, Moby Dick, and The Great GatsbyTheme of sibling love and joy of the bear leadersUnique blend of different elements and themes
Axel Hacke, The White Negro Wumbaba. Small Handbook of Mishearing
Misunderstood song lyrics collected in a bookExamples of misunderstandings by readersSong lyrics are meant to be misunderstoodBook provides material for the readers' imaginationAuthor collected many reader letters on the topicRadically poetic dream figures arise from misunderstandingsBook contains humorous examples of mishearings
Anke Peters, Captains Tell. Stories of Sailors on Long Voyages
Entertaining stories from captains of the German Shipping Company RostockExperiences at sea, in stormy waters and pack iceCurious customs and behaviors on boardRecommended for maritime experts and landlubbersFascinating insights into life at seaFrom life-threatening situations to adventures in distant landsStories from sailors on long voyages
Bernard Cornwell, The Last Kingdom
Historical novel about the Viking invasion of North England in 866Protagonist Uhtred is taken in as a foster child by the VikingsUhtred develops into a warrior and fights alongside the VikingsWessex, the last of the five Anglo-Saxon kingdoms, is threatened with conquest by the VikingsUhtred switches sides and fights for WessexPart of the Uhtred novels, Volume 1Thrilling story full of blood and violence
£16.11
Ian McEwan, Amsterdam
Plot involving politician, editor-in-chief, composerAmsterdam as the settingExamination of media and power mechanismsAuthor: Ian McEwanDetective novel with humorous elementsPart of the detebe series
Rocko Schamoni, Risk of Fame. Director's Cut
Includes Previously Suppressed ChaptersAuthor Experienced Various Professions and PlacesHard-Hitting Life ConfessionTells of Circus Performer, Robber, Painter, Dreamer, PoetLocations: Paris, New York, Hamburg, SaleikaContains Shocking Memoirs
Petros Markaris, Moth. A Case for Kostas Charitos.
Crime novel featuring investigator Kostas CharitosCharitos is ill but refuses to restHeat and smog in AthensPursuit of a criminal gangSetting: Underworld of AthensPart of the "Nachtfalter" seriesPublished by detebe Verlag
£15.13
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