Perry: 2088 books

In The American Mind (1912), the author defines and interprets American literature as it reflects the nation’s character—including its people’s confidence, recklessness, and oratory as well as their belief in institutions. American Idealism (1913) examines how the nation’s ideals are reflected...

To be or not to be?' may be The Question, but it is not the only one. Hamlet, Part II, for example, answers a question about Hamlet that has plagued scholars, readers and play-goers for over four hundred years: What happened next? Prince Lear tackles yet another conundrum: What happened just...

Bouncing around from one foster home to the next is nothing new for Parker. With her eighteenth birthday approaching, she's ready to be free of the system and be on her own. But when a social worker places her in a new home, Parker will discover what it means to be part of a family who will do everything in their power to keep her safe.

Another great title in the best-selling Go Girl series. Lucy is so excited about going on a beach holiday with her best friend Bonnie. They will have five whole days to learn how to become surfie girls together. But their friendship will also be tested — and not just by the waves!

Sid the Skeleton bones up on clues to solve a Haunted House homicide in this mystery from the author of The Skeleton Takes a Bow… What holiday could bring more warmth to a skeleton’s chest cavity than Halloween? And when you’re a living skeleton who’s not supposed to be seen outside...

And the best performance as a skull goes to… After years of hiding in the Thackery family house, Sid the skeleton is delighted to finally have his moment in the spotlight. He’s starring in a high school production of Hamlet. Well, not so much starring in as being a prop. At least part of...

There’s a new witch-hunt in Salem, Massachusetts . . . ** ** When Lee Barrett joins a former student’s bridal party as maid of honor, she expects cake tastings and dress fittings. But wedding planning becomes more peculiar than Lee’s scrying talents could ever predict. There’s a magical baker,...

The much-loved comic thriller by the author of the Edgar Award–winning The Butcher’s Boy is now, by popular demand, back in print, featuring a new Introduction by bestselling author Carl Hiaasen. When Leroy “Chinese” Gordon breaks into a professor’s lab at the University of Los Angeles,...

”Your son.” Two words had never held such power over CEO Tyler Winchester. He wouldn’t have believed them, but the child in the photo he stared at resembled someone he’d never forget: Miranda Caldwell, the woman who had stolen his heart eight years before. The two of them had fallen...

When a little boy grows tired of wondering what is inside his fathers special shoebox, he finally decides to ask. But when his father tells him it is filled with a message of hope eternal and that he must wait to hear the whole story, the boy thinks he will burst with curiosity. As the boy...

After the Civil War, many disillusioned souls headed west in search of a new start. It was a grueling journey. Yet thousands, with their pioneering spirit, persevered to reach their goal. Is this book a work of fact or fiction? Could there be, somewhere along the Truckee River near the foot of the...

What do you say in that oh so important first communication? What if she has kids? What if you have them? Do you fly there and hope to meet someone or play the penpal game and what is 'IMBRA' and how can that ruin everything? This well researched and easy to read guide presents vital iformation...

The original CliffsNotes study guides offer summaries and expert commentary on major themes, plots, characters, literary devices, and historical background. The latest generation of titles in this series also feature glossaries and visual elements that complement the classic, familiar format. In...

Paeter the Nederlander, a young mercenary searching for glory, is captured by Otrim of Idessa, a fierce warrior who sees something good and honorable in the sell-sword. When the time for battle comes, however, will Paeter prove himself true or will he deny his upbringing and betray his new commander…risking...