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The Life of the Qur'an: From Eternal Roots to Enduring Legacy
by Mohamad Jebara"Appropriately epic and consistently erudite, yet accessible for lay readers." —Kirkus (Starred review) Based on extensive scholarship, an innovative biography of the central text of IslamOver a billion copies of the Qur`an exist – yet it remains an enigma. Its classical Arabic language resists simple translation, and its non-linear style of abstract musings defies categorization. Moreover, those who champion its sanctity and compete to claim its mantle offer widely diverging interpretations of its core message – at times with explosive results.Building on his intimate portrait of the Qur`an’s prophet in Muhammad the World-Changer, Mohamad Jebara returns with a vivid profile of the book itself. While viewed in retrospect as the grand scripture of triumphant empires, Jebara reveals how the Qur`an unfolded over 22 years amidst intense persecution, suffering, and loneliness. The Life of the Qur`an recounts this vivid drama as a biography examining the book’s obscured heritage, complex revelation, and contested legacy.The Qur`an re-emerges with clarity as a dynamic life force that seeks to inspire human beings to unleash their dormant potential despite often-overwhelming odds – in order to transform themselves and the world.
Life on a Knife’s Edge: A Brain Surgeon’s Reflections on Life, Loss and Survival
by Dr Rahul Jandial'It's a brilliant book... There are lessons in every paragraph... Get it now.' Chris Evans'Wonderous and wild. I loved this book' James Nestor, bestselling author of Breath 'Moving, raw and unflinching' Julia Samuel, bestselling author of This Too Shall Pass'Incredible storytelling' Dr Rangan Chatterjee, bestselling author of Feel Better in 5____________________________________________________________________________How do you carry on when things go deadly wrong?When Dr Rahul Jandial operated on Karina, an eleven-year-old girl whose spinal cord was splitting in two, he had to make an impossible decision. He followed his head over his gut and Karina was left permanently paralysed, altering both patient and surgeon's lives for ever. This decision would haunt Rahul for decades, a constant reminder of the fine line between saving and damaging a life.As one of the world's leading brain surgeons, Rahul is the last hope for patients with extreme forms of cancer. In treating them, he has observed humanity at its most raw and most robust. He has journeyed to unimaginable extremes with them, guiding them through the darkest moments of their lives.Life on a Knife's Edge is Rahul's poetic and beautifully written account of the resilience, courage and belief he has witnessed in his patients, and the lessons about human nature he has learned from them. It is about the impossible choices he has to make, and the fateful consequences he is forced to live with.From challenging the ethics of surgical practices, to helping a patient with locked-in syndrome communicate her dying wish to her family, Rahul shares his extraordinary experiences, revealing the depths of a surgeon's psyche that is continuously pushed to its limits.
Life on the Golden Horn
by Mary Wortley MontaguTravelling through the wartorn Balkans with her husband on what proved to be a wholly useless diplomatic mission to Constantinople, Mary Wortley Montagu (1689-1762) left a vivid, informative, clever account of her adventures in the mysterious, sophisticated culture of Ottoman palaces, bathing places and courts which - even as her husband's career was falling apart - she could not have enjoyed more.Great Journeys allows readers to travel both around the planet and back through the centuries – but also back into ideas and worlds frightening, ruthless and cruel in different ways from our own. Few reading experiences can begin to match that of engaging with writers who saw astounding things: Great civilisations, walls of ice, violent and implacable jungles, deserts and mountains, multitudes of birds and flowers new to science. Reading these books is to see the world afresh, to rediscover a time when many cultures were quite strange to each other, where legends and stories were treated as facts and in which so much was still to be discovered.
Life or Death
by Michael RobothamWhy would a man escape from prison the day before he's due to be released? The award-winning novel by multi-million-copy bestselling author MICHAEL ROBOTHAMAudie Palmer has spent a decade in prison for an armed robbery in which four people died, including two of the gang. Seven million dollars has never been recovered and everybody believes that Audie knows where the money is. For ten years he has been beaten, stabbed, throttled and threatened almost daily by prison guards, inmates and criminal gangs, who all want an answer to this same question, but suddenly Audie vanishes, the day before he's due to be released. Everybody wants to find Audie, but he's trying to save a life . . . and not just his own.Winner of the prestigious Crime Writers' Association Gold Dagger Award, LIFE OR DEATH is one of the best thrillers you will ever read, by world-renowned author MICHAEL ROBOTHAM.**Includes an exclusive extract from Michael's new standalone thriller THE SECRETS SHE KEEPS**'LIFE OR DEATH is a nerve-shredding thriller with the heart and soul so often missing from lesser crime and suspense novels. I couldn't stop reading, yet I didn't want Audie's story to end. Robotham is an absolute master.' - STEPHEN KING'Will have you turning the pages compulsively' - The Times'Robotham doesn't just make me scared for his characters, he makes my heart ache for them.' - LINWOOD BARCLAY'A terrific read' - Guardian
Life Sciences Research to Product Development: Regulatory Requirement Transforming, Volume 1
by Pronobesh Chattopadhyay Danswrang GoyaryThe present volume, Life Sciences Research to Product Development: Regulatory Requirement Transforming, Volume 1, discusses the procedures of drug approval and regulatory requirements that must be met according to the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA), the European Medical Agency (EMA), and the Central Drug Standard Control Organization (CDSCO). Many researchers either abandon their work in the middle of the process or find it difficult to follow the rules. Therefore, it is not surprising that any biological researcher associated with drug development should have a thorough understanding of regulatory requirements. This volume incorporates all the requisite regulatory norms and provides the latest information on the mandated regulation of herbal medicines.The book covers other obligatory regulatory requirements such as: The legal method and practice of herbal drug products, the roles of Ayurvedic medicines, and the process to obtain regulatory approval. Drug molecules not included in Department of Ayurveda, Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and homeopathy (AYUSH) but referred to as phytopharmaceuticals are also considered new drugs. The boundary line between food and herbal pharmaceuticals is discussed, as well as pre-clinical toxicity testing, clinical trials, and stability studies in accordance with the rules. The chapter on regulatory implications for the approval process in this book will be the most useful resource for researchers and students, particularly those with backgrounds in pharma, forensic medicine, or regulatory affairs, or those who aspire to succeed in drug research. Additionally, the information contained in this volume of the book could be of great interest to researchers working in the herbal drug industry.
Life Sentences: Writings from Inside an American Prison
by The Elsinore-Bennu Think Tank for Restorative JusticeA collection of poetry and prose by six incarcerated men. Featuring an introduction by Amber Epps and an afterword by novelist John Edgar Wideman. The six authors of Life Sentences―Fly, Faruq, Khalifa, Malakki, Oscar, and Shawn―met at the State Correctional Institution in Pittsburgh and came together in 2013 to form the Elsinore Bennu Think Tank for Restorative Justice. The men met weekly for years, along with other writers, activists, and political leaders who bonded over the creation of this book, a hybrid of prison memoir, philosophy, history, policy document, and manifesto. Centered around the principles of restorative justice, which aims to heal communities broken by criminal and state violence through collective action, Life Sentences is more than a literary collection. It is a how to guide for those who are trapped inside any community. It's also a letter of invitation, asking readers to join with the incarcerated and their families so we can all continue to fly over walls, form loving connections with each other, and teach one another to be free. An urgent collection that sheds light on the criminal justice system, written by those most directly involved in it.
Life Skills Book for Teens: Everything You Need to Know to Be More Independent
by Maureen StilesSet yourself up for success as an adult—tips and advice for ages 16+How do you create a budget? Clean a bathroom? Make a doctor's appointment? If you're feeling a little overwhelmed by the responsibilities of growing up, you're not alone—and the Life Skills Book for Teens is here to help! It includes straightforward advice for handling your money, health, home, relationships, and more so you can take on adulthood with confidence.Life skills 101 for teens—Learn the basics of being independent with guidance on everyday skills like using a credit card, eating balanced meals, and doing laundry.Make a good impression—From giving thoughtful gifts to dressing appropriately for different occasions, this book of life skills for teens is your go-to guide for navigating social and professional interactions like a pro.Consider this—Make smart choices with tips on things to think about when you travel, adopt a pet, make a big purchase, or any other life event that comes with extra responsibilities.This essential life skills book shows you how to live independently and feel in charge of your own life!
Life Strategies for Teens
by Jay McGrawFrom the son of Dr. Phil McGraw comes Life Strategies for Teens, the New York Times bestselling guide to teenage success, and the first guide to teenage life that won’t tell you what to do, or who to be, but rather how to live life best.Are you as tired as I am of books constantly telling you about doing your best to understand your parents, doing your homework, making curfew, getting a haircut, dropping that hemline, and blah, blah, blah? —Jay McGraw, from the Introduction Well, you don’t have to be anymore! Employing the techniques from Dr. Phillip C. McGraw’s Life Strategies, his son Jay provides teens with the Ten Laws of Life, which make the journey to adulthood an easier and more fulfilling trip. Whether dealing with the issues of popularity, peer pressure, ambition, or ambivalence, Life Strategies for Teens is an enlightening guide to help teenagers not only stay afloat, but to thrive during these pivotal years. Whether you are a teen looking for a little help, or a parent or grandparent wanting to provide guidance, this book tackles the challenges of adolescence like no other. Combining proven techniques for dealing with life’s obstacles and the youth and wit of writer Jay McGraw, Life Strategies for Teens is sure to improve the lives of all who read it.
A Life Too Short: The Tragedy of Robert Enke
by Ronald RengWINNER OF THE WILLIAM HILL SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER OF THE BRITISH SPORTS BOOK AWARDS FOOTBALL BOOK OF THE YEAR Why does an international footballer with the world at his feet decide to take his own life? On 10 November 2009 the German national goalkeeper, Robert Enke, stepped in front of a passing train. He was thirty-two years old and a devoted husband and father. Enke had played for a string of Europe's top clubs, including Barcelona and Jose Mourinho's Benfica and was destined to become his country's first choice in goal for years to come. But beneath the veneer of success, Enke battled with crippling depression. Award-winning writer Ronald Reng pieces together the puzzle of his friend's life, shedding valuable light on the crushing pressures endured by professional sportsmen and on life at the top clubs. At its heart, Enke's tragedy is a universal story of a man struggling against his demons.‘It should be on every British football fan's reading list’ Metro
Life Wants You Dead: A Calm, Rational, and Totally Legit Guide to Scaring Yourself Safe
by Evan Waite"Life wants you dead, and this book wants to be READ! Ha ha I love being a comedian." —Patton Oswalt"Truly hilarious!" —Jack Handey, author of Deep Thoughts Fear!!! Scary, right? But what if the only thing we shouldn't fear is fear itself?In this era of economic turmoil, climate catastrophe, and cliques of cool teens just waiting to make fun of your shoes, we live in a heightened state of fear. We're afraid of the world and afraid of each other—but not nearly as afraid as we should be! And this absurdly hilarious survival guide demonstrates that being afraid of literally everything is the only guaranteed way to stay safe. Packed with lifesaving/fear-fanning illustrations, sidebars, jump scares, chilling one-liners, and more, these pages will keep readers safe from the scourges of love, technology, birds, education, jackalopes, their own bodies, their homes, and the world outside their own bodies and homes. Includes a bonus foldout Fear Map lurking in the inside back cover.A BOOK TO KEEP YOU SAFE IN THESE ANXIOUS TIMES: Anxious and fearful about the state of the world? Friend, you are not frightened enough! Never mind the asteroid hurtling toward Earth. That bird over there? It's just waiting for the chance to swoop down and peck at your eyes. Your shoelaces? Trying to strangle your feet. From the stop signs obviously attempting to dead-end your life to that creep in the mirror who looks exactly like you, danger is everywhere. And your best survival strategy is to be afraid of everything at all times.SEVEN SCARY CHAPTERS TO KEEP YOU COMPREHENSIVELY APPREHENSIVE:Your Body: It Isn’t a F*cking Wonderland, John MayerLove: They’re Trying to Steal Your Heart!!!Home Is Where the Harm Is: You’re in a Hallway to HellGo Go Gadget Death: Surviving the TechpocalypseThe Hippocratic Hoax: Defeating the Medical MenaceMind-Fucked: How Education KillsBe the Fear You Want to Flee in the WorldTHE BOOK ITSELF IS A THREAT: With pointy hardcover corners, pages that could slap you, and a removable foldout Fear Map ready to strike at your nerves from the book's inside back cover, this humor book is unsafe to buy for yourself or to give as a gift to everyone you love.Perfect for:Comedy fans of The Onion, ClickHole, The Daily Show, and Last Week Tonight with John OliverFear-ridden readers of The Worst-Case Scenario Survival HandbookAnyone in need of a laugh in these anxiety-driven times
Life Without Arthritis: The Maori Way
by Jan de VriesIn Life Without Arthritis, Jan de Vries shows how the dietry management of the Maori people is the major source of their continued good health - and that it is a diet now widely available in Western society. He shares the treasures of the Maoris and explains how, by following their example, there can be life without arthritis or rheumatism.
A Life Worth Living: The 9 Essentials
by Barrie Sanford GreiffInspirational and heartwarming, A Life Worth Living provides a insightful guide to living life meaningfully and well. In a time when everyday life is dominated by the pursuit of material wealth, Dr. Barrie Sanford Greiff has redefined "net worth" as a life not dominated by the financial bottom line. Weaving together memorable stories and insights gathered during his long tenure as a Harvard psychiatrist, Greiff highlights in this though-provoking book nine essentials that make true worth: Loving, Learning, Laboring, Laughing, Lamenting, Linking, Living, Leading and Leaving. By heightening our awareness of these essentials in our lives, he reasons, we can find the path to spiritual worth -- and learn that sharing life lessons is the best way to make our lives worthwhile. Both pragmatic and uplifting, A Life Worth Living offers an inspiring remedy for the spiritual myopia of our time.
The Life You Want: Get Motivated, Lose Weight, and Be Happy
by Bob Greene Ann Kearney-Cooke Janis JibrinTAKE CONTROL OF YOUR WEIGHT AND CLAIM THE LIFE YOU DESERVE! Bob Greene has helped millions lose weight and get in shape with his life-changing Best Life plan. Now Oprah’s most trusted expert on diet and fitness teams up with psychologist Ann Kearney-Cooke and nutritionist Janis Jibrin to zero in on common barriers to weight loss success. Together, they will offer practical tips and explore the latest science on emotional eating and lack of motivation. REWIRE YOUR BRAIN TO OVERCOME OVEREATING CONQUER EXERCISE AVERSION TAME YOUR SUGAR, FAT, AND SALT CRAVINGS TRANSFORM YOUR BODY IMAGE INCREASE YOUR HAPPINESSWhile the basic principles of weight loss are simple enough, maintaining a healthy lifestyle can be a struggle. The Life You Want delivers the information and inspiration you need to overcome each obstacle—once and for all.
The Lifeline: The big-hearted and life-affirming follow-up to THE LIDO
by Libby Page'I loved this book - could not put it down' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'A joy to read... I really did love every page of this book' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An easy five stars' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Everybody needs saving sometimes...For Kate, having a newborn baby means she is almost never alone. But that doesn't mean she isn't lonely. The move from London to Somerset with her husband Jay was supposed be the start of an exciting new chapter. But sometimes she can't help but wonder if she turned the pages too soon . . . Phoebe needs help. As a mental health nurse serving her community, the wellbeing of her patients has always come before her own. Yet there's only so long she can pour from an empty cup. Looking for a lifeline, Kate and Phoebe find a sense of community - and each other - through their local river swimming group. But when things get tough, they realise that good friends can both raise us up and stop us sinking. For fans of THE LIDO, THE LIFELINE is the big-hearted and life-affirming follow-up novel by Sunday Times bestselling author Libby Page. Pre-order your copy now!'An honest and uplifting story about motherhood, mental health and the power of human connection. Libby Page writes with such warmth and compassion, I know readers will want to dive in to this beautiful novel' FREYA SAMPSON'Hot buttered-toast-and-tea feelgood fiction' THE TIMES
Lifelong Affair
by Carole MortimerNewly appointed guardians of an orphaned baby, a couple marries for convenience in this sexy international romance from a USA Today–bestselling author.Successful actress Morgan McKay’s world is turned upside down when her sister and brother-in-law are tragically killed, making Morgan the guardian for her baby nephew. But Morgan is surprised to learn she won’t be a single parent. Wickedly handsome Alex Hammond is the baby’s joint guardian!Alex has his reasons for never wanting to fall in love. But for the sake of the baby, he’s determined to ensure this dysfunctional little family is a success—and he’ll start by making stunning Morgan his wife!
Lifers: Inside the Minds of Britain's Most Notorious Criminals
by Geoffrey WansellGeoffrey Wansell's Lifers is a chilling and fascinating look inside the minds of some of the world's most notorious criminals and serial killers.In this ground-breaking book, Wansell brings together interviews and original first-hand accounts from some of the most feared and dangerous criminals on the planet. Lifers offers a glimpse inside the minds of murderers as well as a chance to understand what it really means when 'life means life'.Having observed lifers over more than twenty years, often up close and very personal, Geoffrey Wansell's Lifers will reveal more of the criminal mind than has ever before been seen.
Life's a Gamble: The High Stakes and Low Life of a Poker Professional
by Roy BrindleyRoy Brindley has earned over a million pounds, has a contented family life, owns an incredible house and both a Porsche and a Ferrari. But he's not always had money to play with. In fact, he hasn't always had a home. Addicted to gambling like the majority of his family, Roy spent his teens and twenties in the bookies and, week in, week out, frittered away his entire pay packet as he attempted to chase his losses. By the time he was twenty-eight he was on the run from the police and living out of a cardboard box in Southsea. In 2002 he finally ended up in court and decided to turn his life around. After a chance viewing of the Hollywood poker film Rounders, he at last put his phenomenal mathematical talent to constructive use, and his domination of the European poker circuit began.From his dysfunctional early years, through a career as a greyhound trainer and journalist before playing cards for cash became his vocation, the story of Roy the Boy is both an inspirational rags-to-riches story of a man who learnt to trust something other than lady luck, and a fascinating insight into the glamorous, celebrity-filled and ever-more-popular world of poker.
Life's A Beach: Keep that holiday feeling all year round
by Alexandra MasseyEveryone loves being on holiday. Lying on the beach with the sand between your toes and bathed in the warm rays of the sun, you feel relaxed, happy and contented, far from the stresses and strains of everyday life. But what if you could capture that elusive holiday feeling all year round? Bestselling author Alexandra Massey argues that you don't need to jet off to some far-flung location to enjoy that 'glad to be alive' feeling - it's accessible to everyone at any time. - Discover how to bring the holiday feeling back home with you- Learn to kick back and avoid letting everyday stress get to you- Nurture your emotional wellbeing and discover harmony within yourself- Achieve a sense of liberation within your hectic lifestyle- Take practical steps to getting more fulfilment out of life- Find the joy that only seems accessible when you're on holidayLife's a Beach shows how a few small changes can help you feel happier, more relaxed and able to enjoy that holiday feeling all year round.
Life’s Emotions And Personal Care With Peanut
by Sheri Jean SchmittRead about Peanut the Dog as she tells her stories about everyday life. She tells about her emotions as she goes through different situations. Peanut also talks about how she takes care of herself. Everything is told from a dog&’s point of view. You will also meet some of Peanut&’s friends. As she tells her stories, she loves to give an educational lesson. Peanut gives this book a &‘ten paw&’ rating.
Life's Little Annoyances: True Tales of People Who Just Can't Take It Anymore
by Ian UrbinaWhat can you do when the world is pushing you over the edge? More than you think.For some of us, it's the automated voice that answers the phone when we'd rather talk to a real person. For others, it's the fact that Starbucks insists on calling its smallest-sized coffee "tall." Or perhaps it's those pesky subscription cards that fall out of magazines. Whatever it is, each of us finds some aspect of everyday life to be particularly maddening, and we often long to lash out at these stubborn irritants of modern life. In Life's Little Annoyances, Ian Urbina chronicles the lengths to which some people will go when they have endured their pet peeves long enough and are not going to take it any more. It is a compendium of human inventiveness, by turns juvenile and petty, but in other ways inspired and deeply satisfying. We meet the junk-mail recipient who sends back unwanted "business reply" envelopes weighted down with sheet metal, so the mailers will have to pay the postage. We commiserate with the woman who was fed up with the colleague who kept helping himself to her lunch cookies, so she replaced them with dog biscuits that looked like biscotti. And we revel in the seemingly endless number of tactics people use to vent their anger at telemarketers, loud cellphone talkers, spammers, and others who impose themselves on us.A celebration of the endless variety of passive aggressive behavior, Life's Little Annoyances will provide comfort and inspiration to everyone who has ever gritted his teeth and dreamed of sweet retribution against the slings and arrows of outrageous people.
Life's A Scream
by Ingrid PittAt the age of five, Ingrid Pitt found herself in a concentration camp. Ingrid and her mother escaped from the guards while on a forced march and presented themselves to the partisans, unsure if they would kill them. They spent the rest of the war in the forests. Ingrid fell in love for the first time and watched in despair as British bombers flew overhead. She still cannot see the vapour trials of planes without being transported back to her childhood vigil. After the war Ingrid came to London, where she developed a career as a Hammer House of Horror movie star, but, as she proundly says, `I was always the biter, never the bitten!' She also acted in mainstream films, such as WHERE EAGLES DARE. She had a child by her first marriage and a grand passion which lead to her marrying a racing driver. They lived in Argentina for a while and were good friends of President Peron and Isabelits Peron. Ingrid even spent an evening with the embalmed body of Eva Peron. Written with great passion and warmth, this is a rare childhood memoir and the story of Hammer`s most galmorous actress. Above all, this is a story of a survivor.
A Lifetime In A Race
by Matthew PinsentWith his last-gasp victory as part of the Great British coxless four team at the Athens Olympics, Matthew Pinsent clinched an historic fourth Olympic Gold to add to the three already won with his legendary rowing partner Steve Redgrave. In an uniquely exciting and evocative autobiography, Pinsent interweaves the build-up to Athens 2004 with the extraordinary story of his career and unforgettable partnership with Redgrave. Plucked from obscurity at the age of 20, told to partner his hero, and trained to within an inch of his life, Pinsent's story is uniquely revealing about what it takes to be a champion and the mixed blessings of success. Culminating with a nail-biting final chapter detailing the team's extraordinary victory in Athens in blow-by-blow detail, A Lifetime in a Race is a sports book in a different mould.
Lift Your Vibe: Eat, breathe and flow to sleep better, find peace and live your best life
by Richie NortonTHE PERFECT BOOK FOR THE NEW YEAR FROM LIFESTYLE AND FITNESS COACH, RICHIE NORTON'A book packed with easily achievable, game-changing rituals' FEARNE COTTON'A wonderful feel-good book full of ideas and advice to lift your mood and energy' JOE WICKS_________________________________________________________________________________For many of us, work, socialising and keeping fit are more challenging than ever and we are feeling disconnected from and unsure of the world around us. In Lift Your Vibe Richie shares his transformative, simple-to-follow daily rituals that fit into even the busiest schedule. After an injury brought a sudden end to his professional rugby career, Richie Norton discovered the peace, contentment and joy of breathwork, yoga, nutrition and meditation, and now shares his expertise to help you unlock and develop your full physical and mental potential. Whether it's a one-minute triangle breath exercise, a five-minute wake-up flow, or a delicious 30-minute recipe, this guide contains accessible practices that anyone can build into their day to create new, healthier habits. Richie's advice is guaranteed to help you achieve a fitter body, lower stress levels, a clearer headspace, increased energy and a better quality of sleep.There's never been a better time to start taking care of your mind and body, so let Richie guide you into your healthiest and happiest life.
Lift Yourself: A Training Guide to Getting Fit and Feeling Strong for Life
by Laura HogginsDitch the fad diets and step off the treadmill. There's another way to get results, and it's all about lifting weights.Laura Hoggins spent her early adult life a slave to the scales and a fad diet junkie. Fed up of feeling unhappy, exhausted and demotivated, something had to change.That's when she discovered lifting - the ultimate form of fitness that celebrated effort over results and empowerment over appearance.Packed full of practical tips and myth-busing advice, Lift Yourself is your go-to companion to strength training which will help you to:· turbo-charge your metabolism · improve your mental health · recharge your energy levelsNow a qualified strength and conditioning coach, Laura's 10 Lifting Commandments will help you kick-start a happier, healthier life. So, get ready for lift-off and prepare to find out just how strong you are.
The Lifted Veil (Penguin Little Black Classics)
by George Eliot'Why did she stand before me with the candle in her hand, with her cruel contemptuous eyes fixed on me, and the glittering serpent, like a familiar demon, on her breast?'In this dark novella of Victorian horror, George Eliot explores clairvoyance, fate and the possibility of life after death.One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.