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Brought to you by Penguin. Sumire is in love with a woman seventeen years her senior. But whereas Miu is glamorous and successful, Sumire is an aspiring writer who dresses in an oversized second-hand coat and heavy boots like a character in a Kerouac novel.Sumire spends hours on the phone talking to her best friend K about the big questions in life: what is sexual desire, and should she ever tell Miu how she feels for her? Meanwhile K wonders whether he should confess his own unrequited love for Sumire.Then, a desperate Miu calls from a small Greek island: Sumire has mysteriously vanished...(c) Haruki Murakami 2001 (P) Penguin Audio 2021

Being Human, a captivating book by the brilliant author Lewis Dartnell, invites you to delve deep into the complexities of human existence. Published in June 2023 by Vintage Publishing, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the human condition from a fresh perspective. Dartnell, known for his insightful and thought-provoking writing, takes us on a journey exploring various aspects of what it means to be human. This book, belonging to the genre of contemporary literature, is a masterpiece that will leave you contemplating long after you've turned the last page. Don't miss out on this gem from Vintage Publishing, a publisher renowned for its quality literature.

Harry Hole faces a new rising enemy. 'A page-turner you won't want to put down' Time OutHarry knows he shouldn't get involved. A report of a rare and unusual gun - a type favoured by assassins - being smuggled into the country sparks Detective Harry Hole's interest.

Tanizaki's masterpiece is the story of four sisters, and the declining fortunes of a traditional Japanese family. It is a loving and nostalgic recreation of the sumptuous, intricate upper-class life of Osaka immediately before World War Two. With surgical precision, Tanizaki lays bare the sinews of pride, and brings a vanished era to vibrant life.

Discover Thomas Savage's dark poetic tale of a small town in early 20th century American - the inspiration for the new Jane Campion film. Phil and George are brothers and joint owners of the biggest ranch in their Montana valley. Phil is the bright one, George the plodder.

Dorothea is bright, beautiful and rebellious. Lydgate is the ambitious new doctor in town. Both of them long to make a positive difference in the world. But their stories do not proceed as expected and both they, and the other inhabitants of Middlemarch, must struggle to reconcile themselves to their fates and find their places in the world.

In myth Herakles is an embodiment of manly violence who returns home after years of making war on enemies and monsters (his famous "Labours of Herakles") to find he cannot adapt himself to a life of peacetime domesticity.

Ranging from Hans Christian Anderson to Karl Ove Knausgaard, have yourself a nordic noel with the very best Scandinavian Christmas talesHave yourself a truly Scandinavian Christmas...

Introducing 'The Sweet Roasting Tin' by Rukmini Iyer, a delightful addition to any bookshelf. Published in 2021 by Vintage Publishing, this book falls under the genre of culinary literature, combining the author's passion for food and writing in a unique way. Iyer, known for her captivating narrative and mouth-watering recipes, takes the reader on a gastronomic journey in 'The Sweet Roasting Tin'. The publication year, 2021, marks the book as a recent addition to the culinary world, ensuring its relevance and appeal to modern readers. Published by Vintage Publishing, a renowned name in the publishing industry, the book carries a stamp of quality and authenticity. 'The Sweet Roasting Tin' is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring new culinary horizons or simply enjoying a well-written book. Note: This description is in English as per the language specification provided.

Life as a film extra in Beijing might seem hard, but Fenfang won't be defeated. She has travelled 1800 miles to seek her fortune in the city, and has no desire to return to the never-ending sweet potato fields back home. Determined to live a modern life, Fenfang works as a cleaner in the Young Pioneer's movie theatre, falls in love with unsuitable men and keeps her kitchen cupboard stocked with UFO instant noodles. As Fenfang might say, Heavenly Bastard in the Sky, isn't it about time I got my lucky break?Longlisted for the Man Asian Literary Prize.

'He must know by now, I should think, that I can give as good as I get!'This is the story of Gigi, educated as a future courtesan in Paris, her days are filled with cigars, lobster, lace and superstitions. Bored and unconvinced by what she's taught, Gigi surprises everyone with her earnest approach to love.In this classic turn-of-the-century novella, Colette unveils Gigi's journey into womanhood in rich and supple prose.Meet ten of literature's most iconic heroines, jacketed in bold portraits by female photographers from around the world.