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  • 30 Minute A Week Home Maintenance for Beginners

    The Simple Seasonal System to Prevent Costly Repairs, Protect Your Investment, and Keep Your Home Running Smoothly

    by Timothy Brooks ...
    This practical guide is written for beginners who want a home that feels safer, calmer, and easier to manage without depending on a professional for every small task. It breaks a familiar problem into clear actions, explains what to check before starting, and keeps the focus on progress that can be seen and repeated. You do not need a workshop full of expensive equipment or years of experience. ... Read more

    $7.99 USD

  • Faust; a Tragedy, Translated from the German of Goethe (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. A Philosophical Verse Drama of Ambition, Knowledge, and the Moral Consequences of a Demon Pact

    by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Maxwell Clark ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    Goethe's *Faust; a Tragedy, Translated from the German of Goethe* presents the learned Faust's desperate wager with Mephistopheles, tracing his pursuit of limitless knowledge, sensual experience, and spiritual fulfillment. Combining philosophical drama, lyrical poetry, satire, romance, religious allegory, and elements of medieval legend, the work resists the conventions of a unified stage tragedy. ... Read more

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  • Great State

    China and the World

    by Timothy Brook ...
    The author of Vermeer's Hat shares "a dizzying and exhilarating journey" through 800 years of Chinese history and national identity (New Statesman).China is one of the oldest states in the world. It achieved its approximate borders with the Ascendancy of the Yuan dynasty in the thirteenth century and has maintained them ever since—through the Ming and Qing Dynasties, the Republic, the Occupation, ... Read more

    $12.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Titan

    A Romance. v. 1 (of 2)

    by Jean Paul ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    In 'Titan,' Jean Paul embarks on an ambitious exploration of the human psyche and the nature of individual existence through the lens of allegory and philosophical introspection. This literary work, rich in Romantic idealism, combines elements of humor, dream-like sequences, and profound existential musings within a narrative structure that is both inventive and non-linear. The title itself ... Read more

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  • The Invisible Lodge

    Enriched edition.

    by Jean Paul, Cameron Price ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    In "The Invisible Lodge," Jean Paul crafts a rich narrative that blends elements of fantasy and philosophical reflection, encapsulated within his signature whimsical and satirical prose. This work, published in the early 19th century, explores themes of imagination, the nature of reality, and the intricate interplay between the self and society. With its elaborate metaphors and playful language, ... Read more

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  • Faust

    by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    Goethe's 'Faust' is considered to be his Magnum Opus and one of the best works of German literature ever completed. It is a universal tale of belonging, love, despair and finding ones purpose.Faust is a man in anguish; having dedicated his life to the sciences, to understanding the world around him he now sees that he has learnt all that he can. He is distraught by the notion that he cannot be at ... Read more

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    Also available as: Audiobooks

    Also available as: Audiobooks

  • Plish and Plum

    Laughing at Life: A Humorous and Thought-Provoking Exploration of Human Nature in Rhyming Couplets

    by Wilhelm Busch ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    In "Plish and Plum," Wilhelm Busch masterfully blends whimsy with insightful satire, presenting the adventures of two anthropomorphic characters'Äîa plump cat named Plish and a curious mouse named Plum. Set against a charmingly illustrated backdrop of rural life, this narrative employs Busch's signature witty verse and playful illustrations to not only entertain but also provoke contemplation ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Max and Maurice

    A Juvenile History in Seven Tricks

    by Wilhelm Busch ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    In "Max and Maurice," Wilhelm Busch presents a captivating and satirical tale of two mischievous boys whose antics lead to a series of humorous yet cautionary events. Characterized by its engaging rhyming verses and lively illustrations, the book marries a traditional fairy tale structure with moralistic themes reflective of the late 19th century. The juxtaposition of whimsical narrative and stark ... Read more

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  • Faust; a Tragedy, Translated from the German of Goethe

    Enriched edition. A Modern Exploration of Ambition and Consequences

    by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Erica Lancaster ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's "Faust; a Tragedy, Translated from the German of Goethe" is an ambitious exploration of ambition, desire, and the human spirit, encapsulated in the character of Dr. Faust, a scholar who, dissatisfied with the limits of knowledge, makes a pact with the devil, Mephistopheles. Goethe's poetic mastery is complemented by a complex interplay of philosophical discourse and ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Invisible Lodge

    Enriched edition. A Mystical Journey Through Truth and Illusion

    by Jean Paul, Dorian Ellsworth ...
    Translated by Charles Timothy Brooks ...
    In 'The Invisible Lodge,' Jean Paul masterfully weaves a tapestry of whimsical narratives and philosophical reflections that delves into the intricate relationship between the visible and invisible realms of existence. Set within a landscape rich with surrealism, the novel employs a playful yet poignant literary style marked by elaborate descriptions, paradoxical humor, and an introspective tone. ... Read more

    $1.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • China's Last Empire

    The Great Qing

    by William T. Rowe, Timothy Brook ...
    Series Book 6 - History of Imperial China
    In a brisk revisionist history, William Rowe challenges the standard narrative of Qing China as a decadent, inward-looking state that failed to keep pace with the modern West.The Great Qing was the second major Chinese empire ruled by foreigners. Three strong Manchu emperors worked diligently to secure an alliance with the conquered Ming gentry, though many of their social edicts—especially the ... Read more

    $24.69 USD

  • The Early Chinese Empires

    Qin and Han

    by Mark Edward Lewis, Timothy Brook ...
    Series Book 1 - History of Imperial China
    In 221 BC, the First Emperor of Qin unified the lands that would become the heart of a Chinese empire. Though forged by conquest, this vast domain depended for its political survival on a fundamental reshaping of Chinese culture. With this informative book, we are present at the creation of an ancient imperial order whose major features would endure for two millennia.The Qin and Han constitute the ... Read more

    $24.69 USD