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Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Norton (1808-1877) was an English author and social reformer. After Norton left her husband in 1836, he sued her friend and Prime Minister Lord Melbourne for adultery. Though the claim was thrown out of court, Norton was denied a divorce and access to her children. In response to this, Norton campaigned vehemently, which eventually led to the passing of the Custody of Infants Act 1839, the Matrimonial Causes Act 1857, and the Married Women's Property Act 1870. This volume contains a letter sent by Norton to Queen Victoria of England in 1856, petitioning the queen to help expedite Lord Chancellor Cranworth's Marriage and Divorce Bill which would furnish women with more rights within marriage. A fascinating piece of English history not to be missed by those with an interest in the struggle for women's rights. Other notable works by this author include: "The Dandies Rout" (1825), "The Wife, and Woman's Reward" (1835), and "Stuart of Dunleath" (1851). Read & Co. Books is republishing this historic letter now in a new edition complete with a specially-commissioned new biography of the author.

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"A London Plane-Tree - And Other Verse" is an 1889 collection of poetry by Amy Levy. Amy Judith Levy (1861-1889) was a British poet, novelist, and essayist. She was notably the first Jewish woman to study at Cambridge university, and she became well-known for her feminist positions as well as relationships with both male and female political and literature figures. Contents include: "A London Plane-Tree", "Love, Dreams, & Death", "Moods and Thoughts", and "Odds and Ends". Her other works include: "Xantippe and Other Verse" (1881), "The Romance of a Shop" (1888), "Reuben Sachs" (1888), and "Miss Meredith" (1889). As part of our poetry imprint "Ragged Hand" Read & Co. is proudly publishing this brand new collection of classic poetry complete with an introductory biography of the author by Richard Garnett.

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Pook Press celebrates the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature. Many of the earliest children's books, particularly those dating back to the 1850s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Pook Press are working to republish these classic works in affordable, high quality, colour editions, using the original text and artwork so these works can delight another generation of children. About the Illustrator: Honor Charlotte Appleton (1879-1951) was known for her delicate watercolour illustrations influenced by Kate Greenaway and Arthur Rackham. She illustrated more than 100 children's books during her career including Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, and Black Beauty but it was for her editions of Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales and her illustrations of Josephine in H. C. Craddock's series that she received most universal acclaim.

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Discover Michel Eugéne Chevreul's groundbreaking theories on colour as he explores the principles of contrasting and harmonising colours in this classic text on colour theory.

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When a family tree sprouts in the wrong soil, the fruits of its ancestry are monstrous.

The Jermyn family has always been known for its eccentricities, particularly a persistent, unnerving physical strangeness-a quality that grows more pronounced with each generation. The current heir, Sir Arthur Jermyn, is a brilliant but sensitive young man obsessed with tracing his family's long, tangled line back to its source.

Arthur's research takes him on a dizzying journey through centuries of rumor, madness, and whispers of a scandalous, impossible union. He uncovers the tale of his great-great-great grandfather, a 17th-century explorer who ventured into the deepest Congo and returned with a magnificent, otherworldly "white gorilla wife."

However, when a taxidermied relic from that dark expedition finally arrives at the Jermyn estate, Arthur discovers the horrifying, ultimate truth of his lineage. The monstrous reality behind his family's appearance is not merely an unspeakable liaison, but a grotesque, primal kinship that shatters his sanity.

H. P. Lovecraft delivers one of his most deeply unsettling stories of hereditary horror and degeneration. "Facts Concerning the Late Arthur Jermyn and His Family" is a terrifying meditation on the fear of what we are, and the grotesque, subhuman secrets that bloodlines can carry from the darkest corners of the world.

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'Friendly Fairies' is written and illustrated by Johnny Gruelle. Gruelle (1880 - 1930), was an American artist and political cartoonist, as well as a children's book illustrator and author. Gruelle is best known for his 'Raggedy Ann Series', which chart the adventures of a little doll with red yarn for hair and a triangle nose. This particular story does not feature Raggedy Ann, instead presenting fifteen unique fairy stories, including 'The Three Little Gnomes', 'Mr and Mrs Thumbkins', 'The Wishbone', 'Tim Tim TamyTam' and 'A Change of Coats.' Together, the stories provide entertainment as well as moral lessons to their young audiences; to be kind to those you meet, to always be generous, and to help those that need it. Sought after by collectors, this re-printed edition showcases Gruelle's original text, further enhanced by his wonderful colour drawings, in order that the two may be fully appreciated by young and old alike.

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A groundbreaking text on colour theory, Goethe's seminal work challenges Newtonian theories to explore the human experience and subjective nature of colour.

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The abyss gazes back, and it is filled with horrors beyond imagining.

H. P. Lovecraft is the architect of a unique universe, where cosmic dread is often made manifest in terrifying, unspeakable entities. This collection gathers the short stories that feature his most gruesome and iconic creatures--from subterranean predators and hideous mutations to the extraterrestrial gods who rule an uncaring cosmos.

Abandon your human notions of anatomy and sanity, and prepare to confront the inhabitants of the Lovecraftian shadow world, including:

• The Call of Cthulhu: The seminal tale introducing the slumbering, squid-faced god Cthulhu and the chilling reality of his devoted global cult.

• The Dunwich Horror: The shocking story of Wilbur Whateley and the unspeakable, unseen creature born from an ancient pact in the secluded hills of Massachusetts.

• The Shunned House: The localized, hereditary terror of a dwelling plagued by a gelatinous, vampiric entity that drains the life from anyone who sleeps there.

• The Lurking Fear: A descent into the Catskill Mountains where a series of bizarre attacks uncovers a monstrous, mutated clan hiding beneath the earth.

Also featuring haunting narratives like The Nameless City, The Music of Erich Zann, and the existential despair of The Outsider, this volume is an essential journey into the heart of Lovecraftian fear.

Republished in a new edition complete with a dedication by George Henry Weiss, H. P. Lovecraft's Creatures and Monsters is the definitive introduction to the pantheon of terrifying beings that have influenced a century of horror fiction.

What unimaginable shape will the next terror take?

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The gate to madness is open, and it leads straight through your sleeping mind.

While H. P. Lovecraft is famous for the vast, cosmic horrors of the Cthulhu Mythos, some of his most profound and terrifying visions originated where reality dissolves: in the Dream Cycle. This collection gathers the short stories that reveal the bizarre, beautiful, and profoundly disturbing landscapes accessed only after waking thought is abandoned.

This volume showcases the author's uniquely unsettling genius, where the boundary between dreams and reality is razor-thin, and the creatures found in sleep are shockingly real. Explore tales of existential dread, forbidden travel, and the ultimate loss of sanity in pursuit of otherworldly knowledge.

Contained within are journeys into the boundless Dreamlands and glimpses of horrors that transcend human imagination, including:

• The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath: The epic, sprawling adventure that forms the centerpiece of the Dream Cycle, chronicling the quest of Randolph Carter through impossible cities and realms guarded by monstrous entities.

• Cosmic Beings and Ancient Cities: The sinister poetry of Nyarlathotep, the tragic history of The Doom That Came to Sarnath, and the subterranean menace of The Nameless City.

• Existential Terror: The poignant horror of The Outsider, the otherworldly voyages of The White Ship, and the intoxicating escape of Ex Oblivione.

Lovecraft is now rightly regarded as one of the most significant writers of supernatural horror in the twentieth century. This essential collection is a perfect entry point into his most imaginative world. It is republished in a new edition complete with a dedication by George Henry Weiss.

Dare to close your eyes. The Dream Cycle is waiting.

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This is a classic science fiction novel by John W. Campbell Jr., author, and editor of Astounding Science Fiction and Analog Science Fiction and Fact. The novel tells the story of three brilliant scientists, Arcot, Morey, and Wade, and their explorations amongst the islands of space to solve the mystery of the enormous spacecraft that had settled on Earth. What they find is an alliance, but will it be enough to save the planet? This work is part of our Vintage Sci-Fi Classics Series, a series in which we are republishing some of the best stories in the genre by some of its most acclaimed authors, such as Isaac Asimov, Marion Zimmer Bradley, and Robert Sheckley. Each publication is complete with a short introduction to the history of science fiction.
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Embark on a journey through the tangled world of mystery and crime in this complete collection of Sherlock Holmes novels by Arthur Conan Doyle.

This comprehensive collection includes all four of the legendary Sherlock Holmes novels, featuring the iconic detective and his trusted companion, Doctor Watson. Experience the thrill of the chase as you follow Holmes on his quest to solve the most puzzling and intriguing cases. From the fog-shrouded streets of Victorian London to the remote and rugged countryside, this volume showcases the full range of Holmes' incredible detective skills, his relentless pursuit of justice, and his unrivalled powers of observation.

The novels featured in this collection are:

- A Study in Scarlet (1887)

- The Sign of the Four (1890)

- The Hound of the Baskervilles (1902)

- The Valley of Fear (1915)

Whether you're a longtime fan of Sherlock Holmes or you're discovering detective fiction for the first time, this complete collection is sure to captivate, entertain, and thrill. This Sherlock Holmes collector's edition features a specially commissioned introduction alongside an article by Arthur Conan Doyle and an essay on the history of detective fiction by S.S. Van Dine.

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"Songs of Life & Death" is a collection of poetry written by Indian poet and activist Sarojini Naidu. Contents include: "The Poet To Death", "Corn-Grinders", "Suttee", "Life", "To The God Of Pain", "My Dead Dream", "Dirge: In Sorrow Of Her Bereavement", "In Remembrance: Violet Clarke", etc. A moving collection not to be missed by fans and collectors of Nairu's wonderful work. Naidu (1879-1949) was an Indian political activist and poet. She was a staunch proponent of women's emancipation, civil rights, and anti-imperialistic ideas, playing an important role in India's struggle for independence from colonial rule. Her work as a poet includes both children's poems and others with more mature themes including patriotism, romance, and tragedy, earning her the sobriquet "Nightingale of India". Her most famous work is "In the Bazaars of Hyderabad" (1912), which remains widely read to this day. Other notable works by this author include: "The Bird of Time: Songs of Life, Death & the Spring" (1912), "The Broken Wing - Songs of Love, Death & Destiny" (1917), and "Muhammad Jinnah: An Ambassador of Unity" (1919). Read & Co. is publishing this brand new poetry collection complete with an introduction by Edmund Gosse.

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This is Joseph A. Altsheler's 1912 historical novel "e;The Border Watch, a story of the great chief's last stand"e;. The final book in "e;The Young Trailers Series"e;, the plot unfolds during the violent settling of the frontier in the American Old West. An entertaining and insightful glimpse into this exciting episode of American history, "e;The Border Watch"e; would make for fantastic bedtime reading and is not to be missed by collectors of classic Western fiction. Joseph Alexander Altsheler (1862 - 1919) was an American journalist, editor and author famous for his of popular historical fiction aimed at children. Altsheler wrote a total of fifty-one novels during his life, as well as over fifty short stories. Other notable works by this author include: "e;The Sun of Saratoga, a romance of Burgoyne's surrender"e; (1897) and "e;In Circling Camps, a romance of the Civil War"e; (1900). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction and biography of the author.

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Hansa Towns by Helen Zimmern, originally published in 1891. The Hansa is a remarkably poorly covered area of history in the English language and Zimmern's narrative history is a good introduction to it. Zimmern breaks up her history into two phases - pre-13th century trading alliances that form the basis of the Hansa, and post-13th century where the history is slightly better recorded. The formation of Hanse or guilds was a relatively loose development and not one designed with any particular strategic ambition but merely as a way of better protecting personal trade interests in a dangerous world.

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The Wild Red Deer of Scotland. Notes from an Island Forest on Deer, Deer Stalking, and Deer Forests in the Scottish Highlands. By Allan Gordon Cameron. Originally published in the early 1920's this scarce deer stalking title is now very hard to locate in its first edition. READ COUNTRY BOOKS have now republished it using the original text, maps and illustrations. The author was an experienced stalker and naturalist who wrote many articles for the sporting journals of that era. The life of a Scottish hill stag is a phenomenon without parallel in the natural history of the species and this book will prove of great interest to all with an interest in field sports and nature. Two hundred and sixty five pages contain fifteen detailed chapters including : - Deer Stalking Old and New. - The Hill Stag and the Hill Stalk. - A Naturalist in the Deer Forest. - Calving, Birth Rate etc. - Habits. - Duration of Life. - Stalking Methods. - Antlers (four chapters) - Deer Forest Reforms. - The Ideal Forest. - Deer Distribution etc. This is a fascinating read for any stalking enthusiast or historian of the species, and contains much information that is still useful and practical today. Many of the earliest sporting books, particularly those dating back to the 1800s, are now extremely scarce and very expensive. READ COUNTRY BOOKS are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

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