The Hound of the Baskervilles is number three of four crime novels featuring the penultimate detective, Sherlock Holmes, and his reliable assistant, Watson.Taking place in England's West Country, the novel follows Homes and Watson on their investigative journey as they seek to differentiate between life and legend regarding the tale of a fearsome and diabolical hound.Set largely in England's West Country, the tale follows Holmes and Watson as they investigate the legend of ...

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.A fantastic story of a Doctor, a Man, and the incredible discovery that he is one and the same.Once made aware, he goes on his rampages, driven by deeply seated urges heinously evil in nature.The novella is an exploration of man's feelings and urges, and the tug of war between the two.It is a matter of repression in the face of knowing what is right and what is wrong.What makes this story equally as remarka...

Dashiell Hammett's penultimate work gives detective Sam Spade the perfect platform to do his thing. The role made famous by Humphrey Bogart, Hammett's writing made it easy to create the character, drawing on his many years of work for the Pinkerton Detective Agency.Establishing the mystery detective noir, this classic brings the reader front and center into the tail end of the Great Depression, and the heady 1930's. The story is told entirely from a third person narrative, with ver...

Lionel Giles' translation offers more than a simple juxtaposition of language.His addition is considered the authoritative work on Sun Tzu's military masterpiece.Each chapter in The Art of War is dedicated to a specific element within the arena of war.The book - over 2500 years old - is still a go-to tome referenced by the contemporary political, corporate and military world.

This book brings together the stories, voices and experiences of those who have worked in the theme park, cruise line and resort industry across a variety of roles. Ron adeptly pulls back the curtain on the preparation necessary to ready yourself for that audition or interview.In this book you will learn how to get that role with a company you've always dreamed of being a part of. You'll also learn how to promote, cross lines of business, and prepare for life beyond that role wheth...

This new short story anthology brings together some of the most well-known works of William Wymark Jacobs, known to the world as W. W. Jacobs.Here you will find a collection of seven short stories, in many different genres. Included is the Darkly Gothic Horror short story, The Monkey's Paw. This story has inspired at least a half dozen different film adaptations, and it tells the story of how greed rules men, and their decisions are often governed by repercussions they hav...

The book and story that started it all.Created by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes, alongside his trusty and insightful assistant Watson, commences to solve crimes and correct social injustices, doing so in a way altogether unique.

The Tempest is often considered by many Shakespeare's parting gift to the world of theatre. A highly original piece with no real derivation, it explores the themes of revenge, forgiveness, love and redemption. It is also considered despite its theme and tone one of his great comedies.

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. This literary masterpiece, published in 1865, is considered one of the pre-eminent English novels of the time, and one of the most well-known bodies of literature produced during the Victorian era. Then, as now, it was critically and popularly well received. It's a timeless classic that inspires imagination without boundaries. The rabbit's hole and fantastical creatures who appear is only the start. It's more than a story about a little girl and the charac...

The Picture of Dorian Gray is a novel that explores moral corruption and vanity. It goes down a very dark hole as it follows the story of Dorian Gray, a young man who has wishes for and gets a portrait that ages instead of he himself aging.The story follows a life of vanity and indulgence, and the ultimate consequences of a hedonistic lifestyle.This novel has come to represent the classic story of selfishness, decadence and personal moral decay.

Imagine an alternate universe awaiting on the other side of a custodial closet in the garden of the world famous Mai Kai. A portal that transport you to the heyday of pop tiki culture, the 1950s. A space where Ernest Hemingway, Walt Disney, Vic Bergeron and Jimmy Buffett all hold audience, tell stories, and offer their insights. This is a place where Ohana lives. When you arrive here, you've found yourself Lost in Adventureland.

Current Research on Bisexuality is an important resource on recent psychological and sociological findings in bisexual studies. The authors provide research findings and case studies that add to our understanding of bisexual identity, bisexuality and relationships, bisexuality and ethnicity, and attitudes toward bisexual people. This book examines research findings, literature reviews, and a wealth of resources that currently exist on bisexuality and bisexual issues.This book will ...