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Irene
0Original price was: ₹339.15.₹339.15Current price is: ₹339.15.Dive into chilling French crime fiction with this gripping psychological thriller. When a brutal murder scene mirrors classic literary horrors, Detective Camille Verhoeven hunts a killer obsessed with crime fiction’s darkest corners. Known as “The Novelist,” this meticulous murderer crafts elaborate death scenes inspired by notorious books, leaving taunting clues. This intelligent suspense novel, a masterful prequel, pits Verhoeven against an adversary who uses literature as a weapon. Essential for lovers of sophisticated mystery and high-stakes detective stories, it delivers unparalleled tension and a deeply intricate plot perfect for Indian crime fiction aficionados.
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Isabella's Not Dead: From the Sunday Times bestselling author, the most funny, uplifting, life-affirming novel of 2025
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Island
0Original price was: ₹699.00.₹510.27Current price is: ₹510.27.Embark on a profound journey with ‘Island’, a truly great philosophical novel that challenges your perceptions. Published by RHUK, this 304-page English edition, released on April 7, 2005, is a must-read for lovers of thought-provoking literature. Explore themes of utopia, human nature, and societal structures in this captivating narrative. Perfect for readers seeking intellectual stimulation and a unique perspective on life. Discover why The Times hails it as a masterpiece. Add this essential philosophical novel to your collection from The Bookish Owl today and expand your literary horizons.
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It Happened One Summer Deluxe Collector’S Edition
0Original price was: ₹1,119.20.₹1,119.20Current price is: ₹1,119.20.Dive into a TikTok sensation romance with this stunning deluxe collector’s edition! Experience the ultimate enemies-to-lovers journey as fashion-forward Piper Bellinger is sent to a sleepy Washington town to prove herself. She clashes with handsome, gruff fisherman Brendan, but an undeniable attraction ignites between the opposites. This special edition features exclusive sprayed edges, custom endpapers, and foil stamping, making it a treasure for fans of contemporary romance and small-town charm. Get your copy of this bestselling romance novel, perfect for a captivating read.
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ITALIAN LITERATURE: A VERY SHORT INTRODUCTION
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James Joyce: A Very Short Introduction
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Jane Austen, the Secret Radical
0Original price was: ₹939.90.₹939.90Current price is: ₹939.90.Uncover the secret radical dimension of Jane Austen! Helena Kelly’s groundbreaking literary analysis reveals the deeply subversive social and political commentary often missed in Austen’s classic novels. Forget gentle drawing-room tales; discover a writer grappling with feminism, social injustice, and revolution during the Regency era. This essential English literature read challenges common perceptions, offering a fresh, engaging perspective on Austen’s genius. A must-read for classic novels enthusiasts and students seeking profound insights into one of literature’s most influential voices. Re-read Austen with new eyes.
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Jane Austen: A Style in History (Routledge Studies in Romanticism)
0₹13,809.80Unlock the secrets of Jane Austen’s unparalleled literary style. This insightful analysis explores her distinctive vocabulary, Johnsonian syntax, and groundbreaking free indirect discourse, revealing how she masterfully shaped fiction. Delving into historical sources and her unique context as a female writer, the book illuminates her negotiation between 18th-century literary prescriptivism and intimate readings. Essential for students and scholars of English literature and Romanticism in India eager to deepen their appreciation for Austen’s enduring genius.
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Jane Austen: Northanger Abbey/Persuasion: 8 (Readers’ Guides to Essential Criticism)
0Original price was: ₹1,985.40.₹1,985.40Current price is: ₹1,985.40.Unravel the contrasting brilliance of Jane Austen’s Northanger Abbey and Persuasion with this authoritative guide. Explore over two centuries of critical analysis, from Gothic parody interpretations to feminist perspectives and Marxist theories. Enit Karafili Steiner expertly maps thematic and chronological debates, contextualizes major literary approaches like structuralism and deconstruction, and discusses key film adaptations. This essential resource is invaluable for Indian students of literary studies, scholars, and readers seeking a profound understanding of Austen’s enduring legacy and critical reception.
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Jane Austen’s Geographies (Routledge Studies in Nineteenth Century Literature)
0₹15,238.40Explore the intricate geographies shaping Jane Austen’s timeless novels. This incisive critical study uncovers the historical significance of her settings, revealing how contemporaries understood references to national travel, imperial status, and social class. Delve into detailed, historically informed essays that illuminate the political implications of her diverse locations, from English landscapes to colonial contexts. An essential read for scholars, students of 19th-century literature, and Austen enthusiasts in India, this book offers profound insights into the cultural and political landscapes that informed Austen’s genius, enriching your literary analysis.
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Jeanette Winterson and Religion (New Directions in Religion and Literature)
0Original price was: ₹9,932.25.₹9,932.25Current price is: ₹9,932.25.Explore the profound religious dimensions in Jeanette Winterson’s groundbreaking novels. Dr. Emily McAvan presents the first comprehensive study delving into the sacred and profane that define her powerful narrative voice. This critical analysis connects Winterson’s literary explorations to contemporary theological thought and feminist theology, illuminating her unique contribution to post-secular literature. Essential for literary scholars, theology students, and anyone in India seeking an in-depth understanding of how faith and form intertwine in modern fiction.
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Jesus in the Victorian Novel: Reimagining Christ (New Directions in Religion and Literature)
0Original price was: ₹9,409.50.₹9,409.50Current price is: ₹9,409.50.Uncover how Victorian novelists bravely reimagined Christ amidst a century questioning traditional faith. This insightful study explores how figures like George Eliot used literary realism to reinterpret Jesus, offering a path to authentic faith. Discover how 19th-century writers fostered evolving, yet Bible-rooted, understandings of Christ in their works. Essential reading for students and scholars of Victorian literature, religious studies, and classic English novels in India. Delve into the profound dialogue between faith and literature in this compelling analysis.
