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Discover the captivating world of modern literature with our extensive collection of paperback books. Each title offers a unique perspective on contemporary themes, showcasing the voices of today's most influential authors. Ideal for both casual readers and literary enthusiasts, our selection features thought-provoking narratives that challenge conventions and inspire dialogue. Explore the richness of modern storytelling and enhance your reading experience with our carefully curated paperback editions, perfect for any bookshelf.
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The Modern Breakup

The Modern Breakup

Excerpt taken from The Mo
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The Modern Breakup

The Modern Breakup

Excerpt taken from The Mo
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Modern Friendship Book By Anna Goldfarb

Modern Friendship Book By Anna Goldfarb

A fresh guide to building
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Modern Man In Search Of A Soul

Modern Man In Search Of A Soul

2017 Reprint of 1933 U. S.
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A Sentimental Education Wordsworth Classics of World Literature

A Sentimental Education Wordsworth Classics of World Literature

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wordsworth Editions Ltd Language ‏ : ‎ English Paperback ‏ : ‎ 480 pages ISBN 10 ‏ : ‎ 9781840221213 ISBN 13 ‏ : ‎ 978 1840221213 , A Sentimental Education by Gustave Flaubert. Sentimental Education has been described both as the first modern novel and as a novel to end all novels.
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Effective Modern C

Effective Modern C

Coming to grips with C++1
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1984

1984

Author George Orwell Language Simple English ISBN-10 9780451524935 ISBN-13 ‎978-0451524935 Condition NEW Fast delivery , A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching View our feature on George Orwell s 1984 Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality This beautiful paperback edition features deckled edges and french flaps a perfect gift for any occasion
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The Secret History

The Secret History

A 'haunting, compelling, and brilliant'( The Times ) novel about a group of students who, under the influence of their professor find their lives changed forever, by the Pulitzer Prize winning author of The Goldfinch
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The Perks of Being a Wallflower Book By Stephen Chbosky

The Perks of Being a Wallflower Book By Stephen Chbosky

Told through intimate letters, this modern classic explores adolescence, friendship, trauma, and self discovery. Chbosky’s heartfelt narrative gives voice to the quiet struggles and triumphs of a sensitive teen navigating life’s emotional maze.
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Awakening Osiris A New Translation of the Egyptian Book of the Dead by Normandi Ellis Author

Awakening Osiris A New Translation of the Egyptian Book of the Dead by Normandi Ellis Author

—KMT: A Modern Journal of Ancient Egypt , A modern foundational text for those interested in Egyptian Spirituality "Anyone reading this work cannot help but be moved by it. It comes as close to an appreciation of the themes of the soul's journey portrayed in the Egyptian Book of the Dead as any modern interpretation has, and with a poetry unmatched anywhere in the literature thus far".
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The Love Hypothesis Novel By Ali Hazelwood

The Love Hypothesis Novel By Ali Hazelwood

Carlsen, known as one of the most unapproachable and critical professors. New Paperback Fast delivery , The Love Hypothesis follows Olive, a Ph.
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1984 75th Anniversary Paperback Unabridged by George Orwell Author Erich Fromm Afterword

1984 75th Anniversary Paperback Unabridged by George Orwell Author Erich Fromm Afterword

This 75th Anniversary Edition includes: . A New Introduction by Dolen Perkins Valdez, author of Take My Hand, winner of the 2023 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Literary Work—Fiction .
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Books 1984

Books 1984

Author George Orwell Language Simple English ISBN-10 9780451524935 ISBN-13 ‎978-0451524935 Condition NEW Fast delivery , A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching View our feature on George Orwell s 1984 Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality This beautiful paperback edition features deckled edges and french flaps a perfect gift for any occasi
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The Secret History

The Secret History

Fast Delivery New , Truly deserving of the accolade 'modern classic', Donna Tartt's novel is a remarkable achievement compelling and elegant, dramatic and playful. Under the influence of their charismatic Classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at an elite New England college discover a way of thinking and living that is a world away from the humdrum existence of their contemporaries.
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The Secret History

The Secret History

Fast Delivery New , Truly deserving of the accolade 'modern classic', Donna Tartt's novel is a remarkable achievement compelling and elegant, dramatic and playful. Under the influence of their charismatic Classics professor, a group of clever, eccentric misfits at an elite New England college discover a way of thinking and living that is a world away from the humdrum existence of their contemporaries.
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The 1 Page Marketing Plan

The 1 Page Marketing Plan

The leader, and soon Alice’s greatest ally, is Margery, a smart talking, self sufficient woman who’s never asked a man’s permission for anything. They will be joined by three other singular women who become known as the Packhorse Librarians of Kentucky.
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Modern Friendship How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections Book By Anna Goldfarb

Modern Friendship How to Nurture Our Most Valued Connections Book By Anna Goldfarb

Anna Goldfarb offers tools to deepen connection, set boundaries, and embrace wholehearted friendship. Anna Goldfarb’s Modern Friendship redefines how we approach adult relationships, offering actionable strategies and a 14 day cleanse to help readers strengthen bonds, navigate ambiguity, and cultivate lasting, joyful connections.
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Long Walk To Freedom Book by Nelson Mandela

Long Walk To Freedom Book by Nelson Mandela

He passes for being much older than he is, wearing flashy clothes, gambling, drinking, doing drugs, and dating an older white woman, Sophia. Malcolm eventually takes a job as a railway porter.
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Normal People Book By Sally Rooney

Normal People Book By Sally Rooney

A modern literary masterpiece, Normal People explores the fragile intimacy between Marianne and Connell as they move from adolescence to adulthood. Rooney’s nuanced storytelling captures the emotional complexity of relationships, self worth, and societal expectations.
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The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

The Perks Of Being A Wallflower

First dates, family drama, and new friends. Sex, drugs, and The Rocky Horror Picture Show.
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The Art of Love Book By Ovid

The Art of Love Book By Ovid

A foundational text in classical literature on love and desire. Combines wit, poetry, and timeless understanding on romance.
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Jumia Books 1984

Jumia Books 1984

Author George Orwell Language Simple English ISBN-10 9780451524935 ISBN-13 ‎978-0451524935 Condition NEW Fast delivery , A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon With a foreword by Thomas Pynchon A masterpiece of rebellion and imprisonment where war is peace freedom is slavery and Big Brother is watching View our feature on George Orwell s 1984 Thought Police Big Brother Orwellian These words have entered our vocabulary because of George Orwell s classic dystopian novel 1984 The story of one man s nightmare odyssey as he pursues a forbidden love affair through a world ruled by warring states and a power structure that controls not only information but also individual thought and memory 1984 is a prophetic haunting tale More relevant than ever before 1984 exposes the worst crimes imaginable the destruction of truth freedom and individuality This beautiful paperback edition features deckled edges and french flaps a perfect gift for any occasion
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Modern Man In Search Of A Soul

Modern Man In Search Of A Soul

2017 Reprint of 1933 U. S.
KSh 1,235.00
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A Modern Man Living Guide To Seduction Book By Sean Adams

A Modern Man Living Guide To Seduction Book By Sean Adams

Unlock the secrets women
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Dead Poets Society

Dead Poets Society

, Todd Anderson and his friends at Welton Academy can hardly believe how different life is since their new English professor, the flamboyant John Keating, has challenged them to "make your lives extraordinary! Inspired by Keating, the boys resurrect the Dead Poets Society a secret club where, free from the constraints and expectations of school and parents, they let their passions run wild.
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Black Mischief Penguin Modern Classics

Black Mischief Penguin Modern Classics

9780141183985 , 'We are Progress and the New Age. Nothing can stand in our way.'
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Follow Me Novel by Kathleen Barber

Follow Me Novel by Kathleen Barber

Everyone wants new followers… until they follow you home Audrey Miller has an enviable new job at the Smithsonian, a body by Pilates, an apartment door with a broken lock, and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers to bear witness to it all. New Paperback , Everyone wants new followers… until they follow you home. Audrey Miller has an enviable new job at the Smithsonian, a body by Pilates, an apartment door with a broken lock, and hundreds of thousands of Instagram followers to bear witness to it all.
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How It Feels To Float

How It Feels To Float

So Biz doesn't tell anyone anything. Not about her dark, runaway thoughts, not about kissing Grace or noticing Jasper, the new boy. And Biz knows how to float, right there on the surface—normal okay regular fine. , Biz knows how to float.
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Modern Friendship Book By Anna Goldfarb

Modern Friendship Book By Anna Goldfarb

A fresh guide to building meaningful friendships in today’s fast paced, digital world. Anna Goldfarb offers practical tools to deepen connection and emotional closeness.
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The Bell Jar Book By Sylvia Plath

The Bell Jar Book By Sylvia Plath

, A haunting exploration of identity, mental health, and societal expectations through the eyes of a young woman. Sylvia Plath’s only novel remains a timeless literary classic.
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The Kama Sutra Diaries Intimate Journeys Through Modern India Book By Sally Howard

The Kama Sutra Diaries Intimate Journeys Through Modern India Book By Sally Howard

Sally Howard’s evocative journey through India uncovers the intersections of sexuality, tradition, and modernity, offering a candid, culturally rich exploration of love, gender roles, and personal freedom in a rapidly changing society. , A bold and intimate travelogue exploring sexuality, gender, and tradition across contemporary India.
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The Way Of Men By Jack Donovan

The Way Of Men By Jack Donovan

It's a guide for understanding who men have been and the challenges men face today The Way of Men captures the silent, stifling rage of men everywhere who find themselves at odds with the over-regulated, over-civilized, politically correct modern world. New Paperback Fast delivery , It's a guide for understanding who men have been and the challenges men face today. The Way of Men captures the silent, stifling rage of men everywhere who find themselves at odds with the over-regulated, over-civilized, politically correct modern world.
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BRAVE NEW WORLD ALDOUS HUXLEY HARPERPERENNIAL MODERNCLASSICS PS INSIGHTS INTERVIEWS MORE

BRAVE NEW WORLD ALDOUS HUXLEY HARPERPERENNIAL MODERNCLASSICS PS INSIGHTS INTERVIEWS MORE

, Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley, a modern classic published by Harper Perennial, is a landmark dystopian novel set in a future society called the World State. This society is characterized by advanced technological control, genetic engineering, and conditioning that suppress individuality and promote consumerism, social stability, and superficial happiness at the expense of freedom and authentic human experience.
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free bookmarkCall Me by Your Name Novel by André Aciman

free bookmarkCall Me by Your Name Novel by André Aciman

A New York Magazine "Future Canon" Selection . A Chicago Tribune and Seattle Times (Michael Upchurch's) Favorite Favorite Book of the Year , Andre Aciman's Call Me by Your Name is the story of a sudden and powerful romance that blossoms between an adolescent boy and a summer guest at his parents’ cliffside mansion on the Italian Riviera.
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The Alchemist Novel By Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist Novel By Paulo Coelho

Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure His quest will lead him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined. New Paperback Fast delivery , Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined.
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The Perks of Being a Wallflower Book By Stephen Chbosky

The Perks of Being a Wallflower Book By Stephen Chbosky

Told through intimate letters, this modern classic explores adolescence, friendship, trauma, and self discovery. Chbosky’s heartfelt narrative gives voice to the quiet struggles and triumphs of a sensitive teen navigating life’s emotional maze.
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The Setback Cycle How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward By Amy Shoenthal

The Setback Cycle How Defining Moments Can Move Us Forward By Amy Shoenthal

Goldfarb emphasizes three crucial ingredients for healthy friendships: desire (wanting connection), diligence (putting in effort), and delight (enjoying time together). She underscores the importance of boundaries to maintain balanced relationships and offers guidance on conflict resolution through empathy, effective communication, and forgiveness.
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The Modern Money Manifesto By Charlotte Jessop

The Modern Money Manifesto By Charlotte Jessop

The Modern Money Manifest
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BRAVE NEW WORLD ALDOUS HUXLEY HARPERPERENNIAL MODERNCLASSICS PS INSIGHTS INTERVIEWS MORE

BRAVE NEW WORLD ALDOUS HUXLEY HARPERPERENNIAL MODERNCLASSICS PS INSIGHTS INTERVIEWS MORE

, Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley, a modern classic published by Harper Perennial, is a landmark dystopian novel set in a future society called the World State. This society is characterized by advanced technological control, genetic engineering, and conditioning that suppress individuality and promote consumerism, social stability, and superficial happiness at the expense of freedom and authentic human experience.
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Beach Read Paperback Book By Emily Henry

Beach Read Paperback Book By Emily Henry

They’re polar opposites. In fact, the only thing they have in common is that for the next three months, they're living in neighboring beach houses, broke, and bogged down with writer's block.
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