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A triumphant end to a landmark fantasy trilogy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52783376466184,"sku":"9780008518455","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9780008518455.jpg?v=1762894835"},{"product_id":"lennox-robinson-a-golden-treasury-of-irish-verse","title":"A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse (Macmillan Collector's Library)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"8-a-golden-treasury-of-irish-verse-macmillan-colle\"\u003eA Golden Treasury of Irish Verse (Macmillan Collector's Library)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFrom ancient times to the early twentieth century, Ireland has given the world some of its most luminous poetry. \u003cem\u003eA Golden Treasury of Irish Verse\u003c\/em\u003e gathers the very best—folklore and legend, often beautifully translated from Gaelic, alongside the polished verses of William Congreve, Thomas Moore, Moira O'Neill, Katharine Tynan, Padraic Colum and many more. 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These are the great standalone narratives that Tolkien himself considered the heart of his legendarium, now brought together in one magnificent collection that celebrates the literary achievement of Christopher Tolkien's lifetime of editorial dedication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2 animate-in fade-in-25 duration-700\"\u003eWithin these 918 pages lie the darkest tragedies and most heroic quests of the Elder Days. Follow Túrin and his sister through their doom-laden lives beneath Morgoth's terrible curse; witness Beren and Lúthien's supremely heroic attempt to steal a Silmaril from the crown of the Black Enemy himself; and experience the devastating fall of Gondolin, the hidden Elvish city destroyed by Balrogs, dragons and numberless Orcs. Printed in full colour with new artwork throughout, this sixth and final collectible boxed set is essential for any serious Tolkien collection—a treasure trove of myth, tragedy and heroism from the First Age of Middle-earth, presented with all the beauty and reverence these immortal tales deserve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eContents: 3 hardback volumes in matching slipcase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe Children of Húrin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBeren and Lúthien\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe Fall of Gondolin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52792105402632,"sku":"9780008360108","price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9780008360108.jpg?v=1762984438"},{"product_id":"no-friend-to-this-house-coming-in-2025-by-natalie-haynes","title":"No Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo Friend to This House by Natalie Haynes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eJason and his Argonauts set sail to find the Golden Fleece, a quest filled with danger for him and everyone he meets. 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Each volume features a new introduction and a glossary of terms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855402692872,"sku":"9781839648861","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781839648861.jpg?v=1763916397"},{"product_id":"african-ancient-origins-stories-of-people-civilization-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-robin-walker-j-k-jackson-prof-manu-ampim","title":"African Ancient Origins: Stories of People \u0026 Civilisation by Robin Walker, J.K. Jackson \u0026 Prof. Manu Ampim (Flame Tree Collector's Editions)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Ancient Origins: Stories of People \u0026amp; Civilisation by Robin Walker, J.K. Jackson \u0026amp; Prof. Manu Ampim (Flame Tree Collector's Editions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAfrica is a crucible of many civilisations, indeed of humanity itself. African peoples can be traced back 16,000 years or so to five ancestral civilisational groups based on their language families. This accessible and enlightening history tells the stories of African golden ages, of the key dynasties, individuals, cities, trade and achievements, from the first migrations and origin stories to the Kingdom of Kerma in Sudan and the Zulu Empire. We learn of the many cultures that existed for thousands of years before European invasion, of their complex histories that have left lasting legacies on modern African nations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA beautiful edition taking the reader through the origins and history of African nations and peoples, this striking volume highlights the roots of modern fiction in history, myth and fable. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each volume features a new introduction and a glossary of terms or lists of ancient leaders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855402594568,"sku":"9781835622704","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781835622704.jpg?v=1763916398"},{"product_id":"celtic-ancient-origins-stories-of-people-civilization-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-martin-j-dougherty-prof-ralph-haeussler","title":"Celtic Ancient Origins: Stories of People \u0026 Civilisation by Martin J. 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This fascinating volume covers the history that has fed the legends: the origins, migrations, allegiances, society, culture, myths and literature of the Celts, from the \"Hallstatt Era\" beginning in 1200 BCE to the Gaels of western Scotland and northeastern Ireland and eventual Christianisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA beautiful edition taking the reader through the origins and history of the mighty Celts, known at the time of Cleopatra and Julius Caesar, this striking companion to \u003cem\u003eCeltic Myths \u0026amp; Legends\u003c\/em\u003e highlights the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855402660104,"sku":"9781804176191","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781804176191.jpg?v=1763916397"},{"product_id":"african-myths-legends-tales-of-heroes-gods-monsters-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-j-k-jackson-sola-owonibi","title":"African Myths \u0026 Legends: Tales of Heroes, Gods \u0026 Monsters by J.K. 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This collection offers tales of the gods, creation stories, trickster adventures, animal fables and stories which amuse and teach—from \"The Tortoise and the Elephant\" from the Akamba of Kenya to \"Why the Moon Waxes and Wanes\" from Southern Nigeria—providing an insight into the boundless and vibrant world of African myth. Each story illuminates the imagination and cultural wisdom of the African peoples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA beautiful edition with a new introduction to the rich diversity of myth and legends across the many peoples of Africa, this gorgeous collector's edition highlights the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction—authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist—bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each volume features a new introduction and a glossary of terms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855402725640,"sku":"9781839648885","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781839648885.jpg?v=1763916397"},{"product_id":"greek-myths-legends-tales-of-heroes-gods-monsters-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-j-k-jackson-dr-steve-kershaw","title":"Greek Myths \u0026 Legends: Tales of Heroes, Gods \u0026 Monsters by J.K. 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The dark forces of the ancient world were held at bay by the resourceful and emerging civilisation that formed the basis of Western culture, providing a tradition of fabulous tales retold here. This collection offers the mighty exploits of Zeus, the twelve tasks of Heracles, and the Titans, highlighting the origins of modern fiction in myth and fable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA beautiful edition with a new introduction to the gods and heroes of Ancient Greece, this gorgeous collector's edition brings these timeless stories to life. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction—authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist—bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each volume features a new introduction and a glossary of terms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855403249928,"sku":"9781839648878","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781839648878.jpg?v=1763916398"},{"product_id":"norse-ancient-origins-stories-of-people-civilization-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-j-k-jackson-beth-rogers","title":"Norse Ancient Origins: Stories of People \u0026 Civilisation by J.K. Jackson \u0026 Beth Rogers (Flame Tree Collector's Editions)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"mb-2 mt-4 font-display font-semimedium text-base first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\" id=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNorse Ancient Origins: Stories of People \u0026amp; Civilization by J.K. Jackson \u0026amp; Beth Rogers (Flame Tree Collector's Editions)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe Norse legends of Odin, Thor, Loki and all the gods of Asgard are well known, but less so are the historical origins of civilisation in the early days of Norway and wider Scandinavia which evolved this dramatic mythology. Archaeology furnishes us with fascinating evidence of the progress of these peoples and their way of life, until the skaldic poets began to write down and celebrate their rulers, establishing divine authority through legend and myth. Trace the ancient origins of the Norsemen from the Stone Age through the Bronze Age, Iron Age and Roman Iron Age to the famous Viking Age and its impact across Europe, discovering the migrations, culture, kings, literature and sagas which combine to create modern identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA beautiful companion volume to \u003cem\u003eNorse Myths \u0026amp; Legends\u003c\/em\u003e, this striking edition offers a new introduction to Viking society and culture. This fascinating book revives classic historical works with insightful context and modern knowledge, sitting alongside the great cultures of the early world. 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This striking edition tells thrilling stories of Rome's legendary founding, its conquest of Italy and victory over the Carthaginians, the rise of the Republic and Empire, the recruitment and training of legions, the city's engineering marvels, the destruction in the Great Fire, and the extraordinary lives of the most famous Caesars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBeautiful and beautifully presented, this gorgeous collector's edition offers a new introduction to the people and leaders of perhaps humankind's most enduring civilisation, featuring the history behind the legends and the people behind the grand tales of Antiquity. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction: authors, myths, tales and history without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52855403282696,"sku":"9781804176160","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781804176160.jpg?v=1763916398"},{"product_id":"african-folk-fairy-tales-fables-folklore-ancient-stories-flame-tree-collectors-editions-by-j-k-jackson-lere-adeye-mi","title":"African Folk \u0026 Fairy Tales: Fables, Folklore \u0026 Ancient Stories by J.K. 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This joyful compilation brings together the fables and stories of banshees, kings, trembling farmers, tricksters and beloved princesses. \"Smallhead and the King's Sons\"—a Cinderella story—and \"The Haughty Princess,\" recalling Grimm's tales, are amongst the many delightful narratives of hope and reckless determination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA gorgeous collector's edition of entertaining folklore and fairytales, this spritely new collection celebrates the imaginative heritage of Ireland. The Flame Tree Collector's Editions present the foundations of speculative fiction—authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist—bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. 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This collection brings the stories of the ancients to life: from the birth of creation by Ra, the sun god, to the murder of Osiris and the revenge of Horus, gaining glimpses of the underworld and the afterlife as the rulers of Egypt claimed lineage from the gods both worshipped and fashioned by their people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA gorgeous collector's edition bound in a seductive, collectable format, this volume offers the perfect introduction to the gods, traditions and culture of Ancient Egypt. 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