Alissa is a smart, quiet 12 year old girl who likes school and reading very much, lives in a small village. One day a fat man comes to the village, and gives some money to her father. Alissa’s father tells her that she has to go with the fat man. The fan takes Alissa to the city. What will happen to Alissa in her new home in the city? ● 16 pages ● 763 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07788-0)

Phileas Fogg believes that he can travel around the world in eighty days. Can he do it? Around the World in Eighty Days is the wonderful story of Phileas’s adventures as he travels from country to country with his servant Passepartout. Enjoy the adventure, enjoy the dangers, just sit back and enjoy the story. ● 16 pages ● 998 words in length

Jen is a college student. She lives in Australia. She has a cool boyfriend named Rick. Jen and Rick are enjoying a nice day at the beach. Jen goes snorkeling and sees a dolphin. The dolphin is in trouble though. How will Jen save the dolphin? And how will the dolphin save Rick and Jen? ● 16 pages ● 763 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07789-7)

This is the story of Lemuel Gulliver and his adventures in the land of Lilliput. Gulliver’s ship , The Antelope, sinks in the Far East. The only way for Gulliver to survive is to swim for land. Gulliver manages to swim to land only to find himself tied up and held prisoner! How will Gulliver Escape? ● 16 pages ● 582 words in length

It is the end of Lisa and Alice’s holiday. They are leaving Greece. They are riding the bus to the airport. They meet Vera who is also on the bus. Vera’s husband is very sick. Alice and Lisa want to help Vera. When they arrive in England they discover that Vera was not honest with them. Who is Vera really? ● 16 pages ● 548 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07800-9)

Lenny Samuel is a private detective in Los Angeles. One day a short, tough man comes to his office and tells Lenny he will shoot him if he doesn’t go with him to meet Mr. Blane. Lenny says no, and the man attacks him. When Lenny wakes up, he is in Mr. Blanes house. But who is Mr. Blane and what does he want? ● 16 pages ● 714 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07790-3)

One day the captain of a big sailing ship discovers another ship. They can’t see anyone on the ship. They call to the ship, but nobody answers. They decide to investigate. The captain takes a small boat and goes to the mysterious ship. He looks and looks, but he can find nobody. Where is the ship’s crew? Whose ship is this? ● 16 pages ● 734 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07791-0)

Charlie is a very poor boy. He shines shoes for money. One day he sees a man selling lottery tickets. Charlie is sad because he doesn’t have enough money to buy a ticket. Then he sees a man getting into the taxi. Something falls out of the man’s pocket. It’s a lottery ticket. Maybe it is Charlie’s lucky day. ● 16 pages ● 492 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07792-7)

Crossways is a quiet, sleepy little town. Everyone in town wears large black hats because everyone has very long hair. Then one day the magic barber comes to town. Everybody gets a haircut. They go to bed very happy. The next day they wake up, and are very surprised…. ● 16 pages ● 536 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07793-4)

Photo finish is a story of a young women preparing for an enjoyable vacation overseas. While in the local bus station having her passport photos taken in a little booth she finds some photos of what appears to be a murder. Worried for her safety, she takes these photos to the police. The Police ask her for her help catching the murderer. Will she survive? Will she be able to go on her vacation safely? ● 16 pages ● 901 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07794-1)

A story of a girl named Sara and her father. Sara is working with her father in their little fruit store in the markets. Sara discovers that her father is cheating the customers out of their money. Getting really tired of her father's dishonest business practices she threatens to stop working for him and find another job. Will Sara decide to stay and help her father sell their fruit? Will she run away and find a new job? ● 16 pages ● 752 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07795-8)

Two friends Lisa and Alice are on vacation, staying at a very expensive hotel on an island. They discover that 2 of their favorite movie stars are also staying at the very same hotel. The very next day, Lisa is sitting on her balcony baking in the sun when she oversees a big argument between the two movie stars. The argument turns ugly and one of the actors pulls a gun and shoots the other. What will Lisa do? ● 16 pages ● 692 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07796-5)

Sue and Rebecca are two girls who really love skiing and love to ski fast. Arriving at the mountain they are greeted with great conditions and the news of a big ski race. David and Mark two of the favorites for winning the race feel threatened by the two girls and decide to sabotage their chance of winning. Who will win the race? ● 16 pages ● 641 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07797-2)

Some things are meant to happen. Carla buys a new bright red Umbrella only to have it stolen the same day while she was shopping. She has no choice but to take the broken black umbrella with yellow duck on it that was left in the store by the thief. Walking on the streets with the broken umbrella she meets a man who recognizes it. Will she discover the identity of the thief? ● 16 pages ● 644 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07798-9)

Lia's old and sick Grandmother want her to fetch some water from the well. But the journey to the well is dangerous. There is a volcano, smoke and fire, and soldiers are guarding the streets. Why does Lia’s Grandmother want her to fetch water from the well? Is the water really worth all the trouble? ● 16 pages ● 869 words in length ※Available with CD　￥840(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07799-6)

Huckleberry Finn is a 14 year old boy who lives in a small town in Missouri, U.S.A. He lives with Mrs. Douglass because his father left him after his mother died. Mrs. Douglas is kind, but Huck is not happy. Everything in his life is boring. He wants adventure. Then one day his father returns and hits Huck. Huck decides its time to leave and the adventure begins… ● 64 pages ● 8621 words in length

Tom Sawyer is a 11 year old boy who lives in St. Petersburg, Missouri. Tom and his best friend Huckleberry Finn are always in trouble. One night, he climbs out of his bedroom window and goes to a graveyard with his friend Huck. At the graveyard, Tom and Huck see something that will change them both forever. ● 64 pages ● 7681 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07234-2)

It is Anna’s first trip away from home. She is riding the train. Suddenly a stranger says hello to her. Anna doesn’t know what to do. She remembers that her father told her never to talk to strangers. She says nothing. But soon, Anna will be in trouble, and the only person who can help her is the stranger…. ● 32 pages ● 2406 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07610-4)

It is the 1797 and Britain and France are at war. Young Billy Budd is on the British warship, Indomitable. Billy is strong and a hard worker, so everybody likes him. Everybody except the master-at-arms, John Claggart, and he has a plan to make Billy’s life on the ship very, very difficult… ● 64 pages ● 7424 words in length

Young Cornelius loves two things, tulips and the beautiful Rosa. One day the city decides to have a competition. There is a prize of 100,000 guilders for the first person to grow a black tulip. All the best gardeners in the Netherlands want to win the prize. Cornelius almost succeeds but is put in prison. Will he ever grow a black tulip? Will he ever marry Rosa? ● 64 pages ● 8653 words in length

Four men are in the forest when the weather suddenly becomes very bad. They try to leave, but get trapped. Heavy rain has turned the roads into mud, and the bridge across the river is broken. What will they do? One thing is certain. Time is running out. They must do something or die…. ● 32 pages ● 2300 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07612-8)

The March sisters- Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy- have grown up. They are young women now. Each sister has a different plan for her future life. Meg wants to marry. Jo wants to be a writer. Amy wants to be a painter. And Beth wants a quiet happy life. Will they all get what they want and live happily ever after? ● 64 pages ● 8934 words in length

This story, which takes place in the Lake Ontario area of North America, follows the adventures of the scout, Hawkeye and his friend, Chingachgook who were first introduced in The Last of the Mohicans. In this story, Hawkeye must rescue the woman he loves from the French army and their Indian fighters. ● 64 pages ● 9237 words in length

Two nineteenth-century ghost stories. "The House in the Picture" Mr. Williams has an old picture of a house in the country. Its not a very interesting picture. Then the picture changes; and as it changes, a story unfolds. "Abbot Thomas’ Treasure" An archaeologist finds gold, which has been hidden for 300 years, in an old church. Soon after, the guardian of the gold returns, and the guardian is very angry. ● 64 pages ● 8828 words in length

Paul is poor. He lives in a little brown house near a market and dreams of being a writer. Maria’s family lives in a big white house on a hill. One day the two meet and fall in love, but can two very different people find happiness together? And what of Paul’s dream of becoming a writer? ● 32 pages ● 3053 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07614-2)

Jane Eyre has no parents and no money. Then one day she gets a job as a governess to a little girl at Edward Rochester’s estate, Thornfield Hall. Mr. Rochester and Jane grow close and she is happy. Then at night, she starts hearing strange laughing, and somebody walking along the dark corridors of the house. ● 64 pages ● 8690 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07616-6)

The second book in the Lenny Samuel detective series. Have you ever seen a duck rob a bank? Well private detective Lenny Samuel has, but will the police believe him? In this book, Lenny Samuel tries to catch the ducks behind a series of bank robberies. But the ducks always seem to know where Lenny is, and what he is doing. ● 32 pages ● 2985 words in length

Five stories with unexpected endings. They are about criminals and their crimes, detectives and their investigations, and lovers and their hopes. The Good Burglar/ The Last Leaf/ A Lesson in Love/ The Jeweller’s Wife/ The Car is Waiting ● 64 pages ● 7418 words in length

1757-North America. The French and British are fighting for control of North America. Each army has Indians fighting with them. Thing Huron tribe is fighting with the French, and Mohawks and Mohicans with the English. This is the story of the scout Hawkeye, and his two Indian friends- the last of the Mohicans, and their struggle to protect the daughter of a British colonel. ● 64 pages ● 6514 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07618-0)

It is the year 1861, and there is civil war in America. This is the story of the March sisters- Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. Their father is away, fighting for the Union army. It is a difficult time for the March family. However, by relying on each other, they are able to survive and find love and happiness during and after the war. ● 64 pages ● 7092 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07620-3)

Paul, Charles, and Sheila are three university students who decide to stay in Paul’s uncle’s cottage in Wales over summer vacation. Charles and Sheila agree to meet Paul at the cottage. Following the map that Paul gave them, they arrive at the cottage, Paul isn’t there. Instead they find an angry man who says the cottage is his. But is it? And where is Paul? ● 32 pages ● 2523 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07622-7)

John Ridd’s father has been murdered in cold blood by the Doone clan. John wants to seek revenge but at the same time he must look after his mother and two sisters. John meets a beautiful young girl and falls in love with her but he finds out that the same man who killed his father is also the man who is set to marry his new love. Will John get his revenge? Will John be with the women he loves? ● 64 pages ● 10453 words in length

This is the last adventure of the Musketeers. Will the Musketeers join together for one last fight together? All for one, and one for all. There will be conflict as the Musketeers try to replace the selfish cruel King with his secret twin brother. The King's brother has been imprisoned in the Bastille since birth with his identity hid by an Iron Mask. Will the twin brother be a better King? ● 64 pages ● 9055 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07624-1)

Marco is a story of a boy who lives and works on his father’s farm. He is becoming very bored with his life on the farm and wants to look for some adventure so he decides to jump on a train and head for the city. Once he arrives in the city he has one trouble after another and cannot wait to get back to his father's farm. ● 32 pages ● 2245 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07626-5)

This is a story of Maggie Tulliver a beautiful and intelligent woman. The story follows Maggie’s life over a period of about 15 years. Her brother Tom and her often have time where their opinions conflict. In the beginning of the story she falls in love with a man from a competing family which is destined to fail. Later on she falls in love with another man who is to be married to one of her cousins. Will she find her true love? ● 64 pages ● 5865 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07628-9)

Many boys have a dream of having their own motorbike but a big common problem is that many young boys don’t have enough money to buy a motorbike. Stuart is one of those boys. Stuart comes across some very easy money which he finds hidden in an old house but this easy money comes some trouble. Both a squatter and the police are after Stuart. Will he be able to have the bike of his dreams? ● 32 pages ● 2200 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07630-2)

Two stories about a young newspaper boy who wants to become a detective. The first story is “ALARM!” Toby uses his knowledge of the newspaper to capture 2 men breaking into small shop. The second story is “The Cutting”. Toby discovers an old newspaper clipping in the desk of one of his new neighbors. This clipping leads Toby to believe his new neighbor is the mystery bank robber described in the clipping. ● 32 pages ● 2240 words in length

Jane Austen's light-hearted and witty novel is the story of a young beautiful woman who is looking for a rich, successful and handsome husband! She is invited to attend balls and to have tea with many rich people. A man falls for the beautiful woman but she doesn’t want anything more than just a friendship. She is invited to the Northanger Abbey which has a mysterious room she becomes interested in. ● 64 pages ● 7337 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07632-6)

There is a man who wears a long black coat and always wears a white mask to cover his face. The singers and the dancers of the Opera named him, ‘The Phantom of the Opera’. The Phantom is a gentleman, but when things don’t go as he wishes he can be very unforgiving. When the new owners of the Opera disrespect the Phantom, he seeks revenge, and people will be injured. ● 64 pages ● 8264 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07634-0)

Pete is on his way to college when all of a sudden a young beautiful women comes running towards him slipping him a cassette of film. Concerned for the women’s safety he decides to develop the film and solve the mystery using the photos. The photos lead Pete to an old church and eventually to a corrupt prison guard looking to make some dirty money. ● 32 pages ● 1171 words in length

A sympathetic and informative description of the life of Britain's most famous princess. The marriage of Lady Diana Spencer to Prince Charles was watched by millions of people around the world. But their fairy-tale marriage was not to last and Diana's life would be cut short bu a terrible car crash. Includes photographs and details of Diana's favourite charities. ● 64 pages ● 10115 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71653-7)

A romantic thriller set in the fictional European country of Ruritania in the 1890s. A case of mistaken identity leads to intrigue and romance Prince Rudolph has disappeared. Where is he? What does his brother Black Michael know? Can an Englishman save Ruritania? ● 64 pages ● 9567 words in length

Adam, an old man, living in a small village receives a money order for 100 pounds enclosed in a letter from his son Saul. To convert the money order he needs to travel to go to the big post office in the city. But he runs into trouble as he has no identification to claim the money. One trouble leads to another leaving Adam feeling quite poor again. ● 32 pages ● 2871 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07636-4)

Two frightening English Ghost Stories. "The Signalman" A signalman tells a frightening story of a ghost to a visitor to the railway. Is the story real? "The Ghost at the Trial" George is listening to a trial in the local court and is wondering if the man really murdered his friend. George also sees a strange man in the courtroom and is wondering why the man never speaks and keeps looking at him. Who is this Man? ● 64 pages ● 10374 words in length

This book tells the story of Charles Darnay and Sydney Carton, two men who look very similar but have very different personalities. Darnay is French and Carton is English. Both men fall in love with the same woman, Lucie Manette. Who will Lucie choose? One man is destined to find happiness, and one man is destined for the guillotine. ● 64 pages ● 6751 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07606-7)

This is a useful reader for people wishing to travel or learn more about London. Learn about the history of London. Read about the places to visit, like churches, Art Galleries, Museums, Palaces and Parks. Learn how the people in London get around the city. Like shopping? Find out about the best places to go shopping. There is also a chapter containing great information and advice. ● 40 pages ● 2473 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08711-7)

D'Artagnan wants to become a King's musketeer. But before he can have the job he must meet many challenges and prove that he is a strong and brave fighter. Can he protect the Queen from the Cardinal's evil plans? And will he be ab le to stop the beautiful Milady from murdering the Duke of Buckingham? ● 72 pages ● 10724 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71673-5)

John Loveday is a soldier in the British army. He is a trumpet major. His brother Robert is a sailor. They are both in love with the same woman, Anne Garland. However, they are not alone. A third man also loves Anne. These three men all try to win Anne’s heart in the midst of war between Britain and France. ● 64 pages ● 9412 words in length

Professor Verity has been successful in construction a machine that makes people tell the truth. When asked why he thought of making a machine that makes people tell the truth his answer was ‘I love the truth, and I hate lies’. Professor Verity becomes rich and successful with his new machine, but with the success of the machine also comes problems. ● 32 pages ● 2272 words in length

Catherine Sloper is a plain, but kind young woman who lives with her father and aunt in Washington Square. Catherine meets and falls in love with a handsome but poor young man named Morris Townsend. Morris leaves Catherine, promising to return after he has more money. But will he return in time? Or will their love fade? ● 64 pages ● 8004 words in length

Black Cat is an action-packed detective story. Salahadin El Nur is an inspector in the Antiquities Department of the Egyptian police. His job is to protect Egyptian antiquities. After the death of a European archaeologist, Salahadin begins looking for a priceless statuette. His job soon becomes very dangerous as he closes in on a gang of international smugglers. ● 64 pages ● 7230 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07638-8)

The Canterville Ghost: Sir Simon is a ghost but he is having trouble scaring the occupants of his house. The Model Millionaire: Hughie Erskine has fallen for Laura, a beautiful woman. But Hughie is poor and cannot marry her. Will Hughie find riches? Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime: Mr. Podgers a great palm reader, reads Lord Arthur's Palms at a party. What will the Lords future be? ● 64 pages ● 8853 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07640-1)

White Fang is a cross between a dog and wolf. He was raised in the wild in the Yukon in North Eastern Canada. White Fang soon becomes the property of Gray beaver, a Yukon Indian. Knowing only the cruelty of man and the violence of nature, White fang becomes the most savage and wild of dogs, until he is rescued by kindness of a young man who later becomes his master. ● 72 pages ● 12656 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02673-5)

This is the story of Mr. Scrooge. ‘I don’t have a merry Christmas, Christmas is nonsense. It’s humbug! I don’t believe in Christmas. I’m not giving my money to anyone else so they can have a merry Christmas’. Will the Christmas spirit release Mr. Scrooge from his very lonely and miserable life? ● 64 pages ● 11369 words in length

Larry is in the need of a job. He manages to get an interview with Professor Lugner, but the job that the professor is offering sound very dangerous. Having no alternative, Larry decides to take the job. The job is searching for a Turok, a big scary looking creature deep in the mountains of Afghanistan. Will they survive their dangerous expedition? ● 64 pages ● 11059 words in length

Tom has been given a lift in a car by a middle-aged man and an attractive young girl. The man is in the need of someone small but strong enough to recover some expensive diamonds from a sunken ship. Tom is very attracted to the beautiful girl and the rewarding job. However he is quite concerned that one man has already died trying to recover the diamonds out of the shipwreck. ● 64 pages ● 10117 words in length

Dr Jekyll's scientific investigations are detached and professional. He wants to explore his own character through study and self experimentation. He is looking to separate his two personalities the good and the evil. But soon after his success, he finds himself under the control of a darker, evil, driving force. A gripping story that will keep you until the end. ● 64 pages ● 9340 words in length

Four amusing twentieth-century short stories. In The Escape, Roger Charing is engaged to be married however he has a change of thought and he makes a clever Escape. In Louise, we read about an attractive, selfish women who lives life as she pleases. In The Ant and the Grasshopper, George and Tom are brothers who are complete opposites. In The Fall of Edward Barnard, Romance leads to the Fall of Barnard. ● 64 pages ● 7699 words in length

Ed Malone - a young newspaper reporter - joins a team of explorers, led by the eccentric Professor Challenger. They are set to find a Lost World in the middle of the Amazon jungle. On their journey they encounter many dangerous dinosaurs and are also caught in the middle of a war between a local tribe and monkey like men. Will they survive this ordeal and if they do survive who will believe their stories. ● 64 pages ● 11955 words in length

Tom wants to study photography but he has failed his exams, this prevents him from attending Art College. He is very bored with his job in the library and he doesn't know what his future holds for him. Rita on the other hand knows exactly what she wants to do, she wants to be a famous fashion model. One rainy day when Rita steps into Tom's library, the young couple's futures become linked. ● 64 pages ● 9410 words in length

Pedro and Maria Moreira live in Brazil. When their son, Palito, is born, an old woman they meet predicts that he will make them all rich and happy. Palito shows a brilliant talent for playing football. He goes to play for one of the leading clubs in Brazil and becomes very wealthy and famous. But a problem with his legs, combined with an accident, almost ends his football career forever. ● 64 pages ● 10176 words in length

John Morgan joins a marine archeologist to search for shipwrecks of sixteenth-century Chinese ships which lie deep under water in the Gulf of Thailand. One of the local fisherman brings them a piece of rare porcelain which he had caught in his fishing nets. Later, the two friends are horrified when they discover the fishemans body floating in the harbour. Are they also in danger? How did the fisherman die? ● 64 pages ● 9452 words in length

Sherlock Homes and his assistant, Dr Watson, solve the strange cases of The Blue Carbuncle, the Silver Blaze and The Six napoleons.The Blue Carbuncle / Two unusual clues for Holmes and Watson to follow - a hat and a goose! Silver Blaze / A racehorse disappears before an important race. Holmes had to find the horse and solve a murder. The Six Napoleons / Why is someone smashing statues of Napoleon? What are they looking for? ● 64 pages ● 10318 words in length

Arthur C. Clark will take you in to the future with these ten strange science fiction stories. You will be taken on spaceships that carry passengers on long voyages through space. Visit space stations that have been built on the moon. Most of the characters are scientists travelling through space however you will also be introduced to a couple of astronomers studying the stars and planets from Earth. ● 64 pages ● 8364 words in length

Twelve-year-old Jim Hawkins sets sail with Squire Trelawney, Dr Livesey and Captain Smollett on the Hispaniola to search for Captain Flint's buried treasure. But Long John Silver a famous pirate is also on board, and he and his crew want the treasure for themselves. Prepare yourself for action on this quest for Treasure on Treasure Island. Definitely one of the best pirates stories ever to be written. ● 64 pages ● 9863 words in length

Frankenstein is a story of a man who is devastated with the loss of his mother. After his loss he decides to devote his life to finding a way to bring the dead back to life. Successfully bringing a man back to life using a pile of body parts he comes to the realization that he has made a terrible mistake as he has created an unstable monster that needs to be dealt with. ● 64 pages ● 6879 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07650-0)

Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson travel to Dartmoor to investigate the strange death of Sir Charles Baskerville. Many believe there is a curse on the family where a supernatural dog is seeking revenge on the family killing them one by one. Is there really a huge dog living on the moor, destroying the Baskervilles one by one? Sherlock Holmes and Dr Watson are here to solve the mystery. ● 64 pages ● 8901 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07652-4)

Lenny Samuel a Los Angeles Private Investigator has been hired by a beautiful women to find a retired champion racehorse. The private eye thinks that he is new assignment is going to be very enjoyable. After all, what could be easier? All he has to do is to hang around California's beautiful racetracks, ask a few questions and then report back to his very pretty client. ● 64 pages ● 12419 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07697-5)

Two dark comedies with ghost/mystery themes which are set around the period of the American War of Independence. "Sleepy Hollow" is a story about a headless horseman who haunts the local villagers. "Rip Van Winkle" is a very thoughtful man who has had enough of his angry wife. He decided to leave his wife and take a walk up into the mountains but something quite strange happens to him. ● 64 pages ● 11802 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07654-8)

This classic adventure comedy has become the basis for short stories, feature films, highly-popular television series and animated cartoons, all featuring the people's hero with the flashing sword - Zorro! Zoro is a masked man with a shining sword who seeks revenge on the rich and poweful who are taking advantage and tormenting the weak and poor. A true caring people's hero. ● 64 pages ● 12144 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07699-9)

Four teenage friends - Frankie, Regan, Tom and Jack - are working together on a project for their school's archaeology club. They have been given an old Second World War airfield as their subject but their research takes on a new dimension when the kids are haunted by the ghost of a WWII fighter pilot who died in mysterious circumstances. How will these teens deal with this? ● 64 pages ● 11444 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07656-2)

Basil Hallward has painted a picture of a young man he really admires - Dorian Gray. Dorian is angry because he will grow old while the picture remains the same. He wishes that the picture would age instead of him. Dorian decides to buy the picture and hide it from everyone. The years pass but Dorian never seems to age. Has his wish come true? If so, there will be tragic consequences for many people. ● 64 pages ● 10956 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07658-6)

As if the fact that Mia's mother is marrying her algebra teacher isn't bad enough, Mia then manages to announce the engagement on a live television broadcast. Soon after, Mia's mother and her fiance go missing. Where could they have gone? And to add to her problems, Mia finds herself falling in love with her best friend's brother Michael. Will this end their friendship? ● 64 pages ● 11355 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08066-8)

Five short horror stories - Room 13, The Whistle, The Message of Death, the Maze and The Lost Crowns of Anglia - that should appeal to anyone who has enjoyed the other ghost/horror titles in the Macmillan readers series. Beware! Don't turn your light out immediately after you've finished reading. Sometimes there may be something waiting for you in the dark… ● 64 pages ● 13222 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07660-9)

A dark and handsome stranger opens a small shop in the quiet village of Woodend. Anna begins to wonder about the unusual visitors who come to Dave Slatin's shop. What are they buying and what exactly is behind the door marked Special Orders Only? At first, Anna finds Dave exciting and very attractive but soon she something frightens Anna. Is Dave the man she thought him to be? ● 64 pages ● 7195 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07662-3)

Three frightening short stories from the author of Dracula. "The Judge's House", Malcom a young man looking for a quiet place to study finds an old house to rent but he gets more than he bargains for. "The Iron Maiden" is a story of how a simple joke can come back and haunt you. "The Return of Abel Behena" two men, one woman and a coin toss. Prepare yourself for some trouble. ● 64 pages ● 10747 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07664-7)

A ghost/mystery story featuring the teenagers Regan, Frankie, Tom and Jack, whose first adventure was described in The Phantom Airman. The four friends join an archaeological dig in South-Eastern England. As they find out more about the history of the manor house and the local village, they begin to worry about Frankie's increasingly strange behaviour. What has come over Frankie. ● 64 pages ● 10884 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07666-1)

A retold version of a gripping ghost story set in a lonely house on a bleak and foggy marshland on Englands east coast. A young solicitor is ordered to attend the funeral of a women ad to sort out her affairs. After arriving he is met with some very spooky experiences which the locals deny ever happen. These events will lead you to a horrifying climax. Prepare yourself for a chilling story. ● 64 pages ● 11226 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07701-9)

Joey, Dawson, Pacey and Jen - four teenagers living in the small town of Capeside. The friends attend the same high school. And they have the same problems - life, love, school work and parents. Can Joey and Dawson stay ""best friend"" forever? Joey loves Dawson, but does he love Joey? Then Dawson meets Jen, but she has a secret past. And Pacey is in trouble again-with everyone. ● 64 pages ● 10431 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07642-5)

It`s finally the summer holidays in Capeside. Dawson has started making a film with the help of his close friends. Jen and Pacey enrol in lifeguarding classes. Jen is trying to forget Dawson. Pacey is keen to meet girls. Joey starts seeing other boys in a bid to make Dawson jealous. Will she be successful? Will Dawson come back to her? It's going to be a long, hot summer! ● 64 pages ● 10885 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07644-9)

Jen invites Joey, Pacey and Dawson to her parents' ski cabin up in the mountains. It's going to be a great weekend. Dawson is finally starting to realise the depth of his feelings for Joey, but he still has feelings for Jen. Pacey falls in love with a local girl and is talking about leaving Capeside to start a new life. How will the four teens deal with their decisions? ● 64 pages ● 10714 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07646-3)

Mia Thermopolis is a teenage girl who lives with her mother in New York City. One day her life changes forever as she discovers that she is the Princess of Genovia. Is this what Mia wants? No, she doesn't want to be a princess or live in Europe. All Mia wants is to live and enjoy her life as a normal teenage girl. But now that seems impossible with her grandmother in the picture. ● 64 pages ● 12444 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08064-4)

Seven intriguing stories by one of the most famous and well gifted writers of nineteenth-century American literature. The Pit and the Pendulum, The Gold Bug,The Facts in the Case of Mr. Valdemar, The Fallof the House of Usher, Down in the Maelstrom, The Masque of the Red Death, The Oblong Box. These seven great mystery and horror titles will have you wanting more. ● 80 pages ● 15337 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07535-0)

Bond (Agent 007) is a British Secret Agent working for MI6. He has been assigned the job of beating Le Chiffre, a powerful Russian spy in a game of cards. By beating Le Chiffre the agency believe gambling debts will lead to his death but Le Chiffre had other ideas. To help with Bonds mission he is provided with an assistant who later becomes his lover. However her past could put their mission in danger. ● 88 pages ● 12914 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08744-5)

A masterpiece written by the great American realist Henry James. Daisy Miller is the story of an innocent girl's search for love and recognition in a society where respectable behaviour counts for everything. In this story you will discover how Henry James has used Daisy's story to share what he believes are the differences between both the American and the European Cultures. ● 88 pages ● 15460 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08407-9)

One of Thomas Hardy's greatest novels, Far from the Madding Crowd tells the story of the life and loves of the brave and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene. She is a very beautiful women with many men wanting her hand in marriage. Men fighting over her leads to the death of one and one going to jail for murder. Finally we see that true happiness is closer than we really know. ● 96 pages ● 18650 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08709-4)

William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy about love and marriage. When four young lovers get lost in the forest, the fairies who live there play jokes on them – turning love into hate and hate into love.A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays and is still performed across the world.This Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. ● 80 pages ● 12401 words in length

Eight stories by the famous American journalist and writer, Ambrose Bierce. 1.OWL CREEK BRIDGE 2.BEYOND THE WALL 3.AN ADVENTURE AT BROWNVILLE 4.THE DAMNED THING 5.ONE OF THE MISSING 6.THE STRANGER 7.THREE AND ONE ARE ONE 8.KILLED AT RESACA. All these short stories are sure to keep the reader interested. ● 88 pages ● 15042 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08741-4)

The 3rd edition to Mia's life. It’s nearly Christmas and Mia’s life isn’t getting any easier. How can she break up with her boyfriend Kenny, the boyfriend she doesn’t love? And how can she win the heart of Michael, the boy she dreams about? The situation seems impossible. But then Mia thinks of a plan. What will she do? How will she make her life any easier? ● 88 pages ● 14679 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08717-9)

The 4th edition to Mia's life. Mia’s first official visit to Genovia has been a great success, and she’s finally going out with Michael the boy of her dreams. It seems that nothing can spoil life for New York City's only princess! Nothing, that is, except Grandmere, who has her own plans for Mia. Is Grandmere out to destroy Mia's love life? Why does Grandmere not like Michael? ● 88 pages ● 14393 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08720-9)

Shakespeare’s story of the tragic lovers Romeo and Juliet, is as relevant and popular now as it was over 400 years ago. Romeo and Juliet come from two rival families who despise each other, but these two lovers will not let this come between them. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts from Romeo and Juliet. Shakespeare at his best. ● 88 pages ● 15606 words in length

Robin Hood is a medievil folk tale from England. The Sheriff is robbing the poor ordinary people with high taxes so Robin and his men decide to start robbing the Sheriff of his money and return it to the poor. They want to right wrongs when they can and bring hope back to the people when they can. To do this they need to live a life outside of the law, the law of the rich. ● 88 pages ● 13716 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08723-0)

Four stories by one of the greatest writer of twentieth-century English literature. Recommended for mature readers. The Virgin and the Gypsy. The Lovely Lady, The Rocking Horsewinner, Love among the haystacks. ● 96 pages ● 20499 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08735-3)

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall is a story of a young woman named Helen. She falls in love with a man who she later marrys. Soon after marrying she relises that she cannot stand his character and can see her life colapsing. Being a very strong woman of the times she devises a plan to take control. This is considered to be one of the first feminist books. ● 96 pages ● 19152 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08738-4)

Edmund Dantes, the hero of the book, has everything going for him, until he is falsely accused and imprisoned. While in prison Dantes becomes friends with an old priest who shares the whereabouts of the secret treasure of Monte Cristo. 20 years later Edmund manages to escape from prison and recovers the treasure. Wanting revenge on those who betrayed him in his youth, he uses his new wealth to seek revenge. ● 96 pages ● 17943 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08421-5)

L. Frank Braum's classic story of Dorothy's adventures in the land of Oz. A young girl finds herself trapped in a strange world. Looking for a way to return home she has been told to follow the yellow brick road to ask the Wizard of Oz for help. Along the way she befriends a Scarecrow, a Tinman, and a Lion. However the wicked witch of the east wanting revenge for her sisters death has other plans for Dorothy. ● 88 pages ● 15454 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08714-8)

In Diamonds are Forever, Bond is sent to investigate a dangerous diamond smuggling gang which is run by the American mafia. The story begins in Africa, moves to London and ends in Las Vegas. There Bond and the beautiful Tiffany Case must escape the fury of the gang's leaders, the evil Spang brothers. Recommended for older readers. ● 96 pages ● 17794 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71662-9)

Nelson Mandela was born in a remote African village but went on to become the most influential African leader in history. This Macmillan Reader charts Mandela's journey from childhood to ANC activist. It goes on to describe his release after 27 years' imprisonment by the South African government, his role in ending Apartheid and his eventual inauguration as the first black President of South Africa. ● 80 pages ● 12904 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71659-9)

The young Ronson Crusoe ignores his father's advice an decides to become a sailor. But Crusoe is soon caught up in violent storms and finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island where he must live for the next 28 years. ● 80 pages ● 17241 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71656-8)

The murder of Angela Hathall was extremely well planned. The only clue left was a single fingerprint with an L-shaped scar. The detective in charge, Reg Wexford, suspects that Angela's husband Robert Hathall killed his wife. But one question troubles Wexford most of all. Who is the mysterious woman Wexford is sure Hathall is seeing? Does she have an L-shaped scar on her finger? ● 96 pages ● 18208 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-73213-1)

The history of football is as fascinating and exciting as the game itself. In this Macmillan Reader, Patrick Adams describes football from its humble (and sometimes violent) beginnings in Central and South America, and its emergence on the streets of 19th century England as a recognized game, to the international stadiums, big business and multi-million pound players of today. ● 96 pages ● 16794 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40050-4)

Michael Jackson changed the face of modern rock music and dance. Over 20 years after it was first produced, Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time. This Macmillan Biography looks at Jackson's early life from his emergence as a child star with the Jackson 5 to the height of his career as international - and controversial - superstar. ● 88 pages ● 15786 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40629-2)

A companion piece to White Fang, The Call of the Wild is the story of Buck, a domestic dog who is suddenly stolen and sold to gold prospectors. In this new - and hard - life, Buck's natural instincts are awakened to the call of the wild. ● 80 pages ● 15867 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40871-5)

Mohandas Gandhi was one of the most influential leaders and civil rights campaigners that the world has ever known. This biography tells the story of Gandhi's life and achievements, from his policy of non-violent action that led India to independence from British control, to his work on poverty, and the expanding women's rights. ● 88 pages ● 16881 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40869-2)

Anne Elliot falls in love with a handsome young officer, Frederick Wentworth, but her parents do not allow her to marry him because he is poor. Seven years later, Anne meets Wentworth again to find he has become successful and wealthy. Anne still has feelings for Wentworth, but he is angry with her. ● 88 pages ● 17173 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-73513-2)

Owl Hall is an original story written specifically for the Macmillan Readers series. It is the story of Kara, who goes to stay at Owl Hall. But there is something strange about Kara’s relationship with her family. As the story develops, we discover that everyone at Owl Hall has a secret – even the house itself! ● 88 pages ● 16256 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-2304-2283-4)

The Olympic Games are the most famous sporting event in the world, but how much do you know about their history? In this Macmillan Reader, Rachel Bladon describes the Games’ beginnings back in ancient Greece through to the international event that they have become in the present day. Everything you need to know about the Olympic Games is in our fantastic Reader. ● 80 pages ● 11289 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-2304-2224-7)

When Heidi goes to live with her bad-tempered and lonely grandfather, Uncle Alp, in his hut on the mountain, everyone thinks that make each other unhappy. But Heidi soon makes new friends and grows to love her new life. Then her aunt Detie arrives and insists that Heidi must go to live with a family in Frankfurt. Heidi and her grandfather are heartbroken. Will Heidi ever return to the mountain? ● 86 pages ● 15198 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02679-7)

1 A robot must not harm humans. And it must not allow humans to be harmed. 2 A robot must obey human's orders, unless that order conflicts with the First Law. 3 A robot must protect itself, unless this protection conflicts with the First or Second Laws. Isaac Asimov's stories about a society where humans and robots live and work together on earth and in outer-space, is both disturbing and prophetic. ● 96 pages ● 18446 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02682-7)

The Secret Garden is place where you will see miracles happen. See how a young girl with no hope in life blossoms as she rebuilds her family's garden. With the help of the garden and the little girl, a boy with a short temper who has never been able to walk finally has some hope. The Secret Garden shows us that the mind has very special healing powers. ● 88 pages ● 17046 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02690-2)

The first novel in the Alphabet series. Kinsey Millhone, a twice-divorced, independent 32-year-old private detective, lives and works in southern California. Recently released from an eight-year jail sentence for the murder of her husband, Nikki Fife asks the detective to prove her innocence and find the real murderer. On her investigation she learns of another similar murder which she also decides to solve. ● 112 pages ● 24813 words in length

Another exciting mystery by one of the most popular and successful American novelists. Kinsey Millhone's latest case takes her from Florida to her home town of Santa Teresa in California, on the trail of a missing woman. On her routine investigation she uncovers some very disturbing information. A book that will keep you guessing until the end. ● 96 pages ● 20698 words in length

Peter, a long distance lorry driver, gives a lift to a 16-year-old hitch-hiker outside Bristol. As they talk, Peter discovers that John has run away from home after a violent row with his uncle. The police are searching for John. His uncle has been found dead and the police want to question the boy over the death. Is John the one the police should be looking for? ● 80 pages ● 16208 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07670-8)

"Welcome to my house," he said. "Enter Castle Dracula, Mr. Harker." As I stepped inside, Count Dracula took hold of my arm. He was terribly strong and his hand was as cold as ice.' "Dracula" is a horror story about Vampires and their cruelty. People like to be frightened by horror stories. This is one of the most famous horror stories ever written. Do not read this book at night when you are alone. ● 64 pages ● 10205 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07672-2)

Bond British Secret Agent 007 is sent to Jamaica to investigate the sudden disappearance of the island's Governor. When he arrives, 007 begins to suspect that there is a link to Dr No, the owner of a remote island. Recently here have been several strange deaths on this island, which the local people blame on a mysterious and terrifying 'dragon.' ● 112 pages ● 23790 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08058-3)

One of Jane Austen's finest works, Emma is the story of a wealthy and beautiful girl whose favourite hobby is matchmaking. Her friends and she believe she has a special talent, but Emma's matchmaking causes mistakes and unhappiness. And Emma is so busy taking an interest in others' lives that she does not notice her own, growing feelings for a man she believes is just a friend. ● 128 pages ● 27095 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07454-4)

Four women who are looking fro a break from their lives answer an advertisement in The Times newspaper. They leave cold, rainy London and go on a holiday to San Salvatore - an Italian castle by the sea. Leaving their husbands, their friends and their unhappiness behind in England. In Italy, the women find enchantment, happiness and love. ● 80 pages ● 11666 words in length

Harry Fletcher decides to leave his former life as an international criminal behind him in London and operate a game-fishing charter boat off the eastern coast of Africa. Then one day his past catches up to him, as two men who seem to know Harry appear offering him a chance for some easy money. All he has to do is take them diving. What could be simpler than that? ● 80 pages ● 15677 words in length

“Help me, I’m lost! Please help me. I’m lost” Nine year old Trisha McFarland becomes lost in the forest while hiking with her mother and brother along the Appalachian Trail in Maine. As Trisha starts to cry, she remembers Tom Gordon. Tom Gordon is a professional baseball player. He has never met Trisha McFarland. This is the story of Trisha McFarland and Tom Gordon, and how a man she never met, saved her life.

Three short stories by Frederick Forsyth: Used in Evidence― An old man is arrested when council workers find something in the wall of his house. There Are No Snakes in Ireland― A young student gets a job as a building worker and makes a dangerous enemy. The Emperor― A bank manager goes on holiday to a tropical island. When he goes fishing, his life changes for ever. ● 64 pages ● 10464 words in length

A priceless medieval artifact is stolen from a museum. An American tourist lies dead in her hotel room bed. A man is brutally murdered in the park. Are these three events connected or coincidence? For Chief Inspector Morse there is no doubt. So with the help of Sergeant Lewis, he sets out to uncover who is behind the murders and recover the stolen artifact. ● 112 pages ● 21158 words in length

The most famous and profitable movie of its time. Now, in this retold version of Michael Crichton's griping novel, readers have an opportunity to experience the same thrills as the characters who visit John Hammond's theme park and come face-to-face with living, breathing dinosaurs ... for the first time in 64 million years. ● 128 pages ● 22371 words in length

Upon learning that his girlfriend is pregnant, a young man cold-bloodedly adjusts his plans for marrying into a wealthy industrialist family. Throughout his life he has used his intelligence, striking good looks, and as a last resort, his ruthless and violent strength to achieve his goals. He refuses to be stopped now―especially by something as trivial as a pregnant girlfriend ● 96 pages ● 20154 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07674-6)

When Kinsey Millhone is asked by a friend to help a family obtain a military funeral for a pilot called Johnny Lee, she soon discovers there was nothing simple about Johnny Lee’s life. Why doesn’t the Airforce have any record of a Johnny Lee? Why was Johnny’s apartment burgled soon after his death, and what secrets will the large key found at his apartment unlock? ● 112 pages ● 24416 words in length

For Tom Smith, life couldn’t be better. He is in love with a beautiful woman. In fact, he and Angela are engaged. He and Angela agree to meet in Istanbul, where Angela works. However, when he arrives at the hotel, Angela is not there. And Tom doesn’t know, but he is being watched. Very soon, Tom Smith’s life will be changed forever. ● 64 pages ● 10754 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07705-7)

Four short stories by Frederick Forsyth. No Comebacks: A rich man thinks he can buy anything--even the woman he loves.There Are Some Days: A gang steals a lorry in Ireland--but what is inside?A Careful Man: A millionaire dies and leaves his fortune to his greedy relatives. But where is the money?Sharp Practice: A judge plays a game of cards--but who are his companions? ● 64 pages ● 8940 words in length

“I cannot understand why you took this bribe” said the judge. “You are an educated man with great promise” When Obi heard the words, “of great promise”, tears suddenly came to his eyes. Obi had lost everything. He had lost his mother. She was dead. And he had lost the woman he loved. She had left him. Why did he take the bribe? How had he fallen so far? ● 80 pages ● 12550 words in length

It’s the 1830’s in Britain. Britain is a country of two classes: Rich and Poor. While the rich live in big houses, the poor often live on the street. Dickens was angry about how the poor had to live and wrote many novels to raise awareness of this issue. Oliver Twist, Dickens’ novel about the trials of a poor young orphan boy is perhaps his most famous. ● 64 pages ● 11091 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07676-0)

Everybody knows that a rich unmarried man needs a pretty wife. And every mother wants her daughter to be happily married, preferably to a rich man.This much-filmed and highly popular romantic comedy has been retold to give the reader an opportunity to understand and enjoy the witty dialogue and sharp observations of one of the classic romances in English literature. ● 96 pages ● 23027 words in length

In 2131, a large object is discovered near Jupiter. It will pass Earth as it travels towards the centre of the Solar System. The object is given the name, 'Rama.' Scientists send a probe to investigate Rama and discover that it is not solid. It is a 50km long, smooth and hollow cylinder. So what is inside Rama? Is it a spaceship, or something else? ● 112 pages ● 23169 words in length

James Keating had woken up in a park 25 miles from his home in Birmingham. He didn't know who he was, or where he was. Furthermore, he didn't know how he had gotten there or what had happened. First he had to find out his name and address. As he slowly starts to find the answers, he realizes he is in trouble. Very big trouble! Will he put all the pieces of the puzzle together before it is too late? ● 96 pages ● 15150 words in length

Taita - the storyteller - is a slave owned by Intef, the cruel and greedy Governor of Upper Egypt. Taita looks after the beautiful Lostris, daughter of Load Intef who has plans to wed his daughter to Pharaoh Mamose, an old and weak-willed king. But Lostris is in love with Tanus, a handsome and ambitious commander in the Pharaoh's army. Recommended for older readers. ● 112 pages ● 23968 words in length

This romantic thriller, set in modern times, follows on from the adventure described in River God. Duraid and Royal Al Simma find the set of papyrus scrolls which recorded where the tomb of Pharaoh Mamose was. But before the Egyptologists can search for the tomb, Duraid is murdered and the scrolls are taken. Alone, Royam Al Simma must carry on her husbands work. ● 112 pages ● 23376 words in length

The continuing adventures of Inspector Morse and Sergeant Lewis. This time, the duo is called to a house where a dead body has been discovered. Closely examining the crime scene, Inspector Morse believes it to be murder; and together with Sergeant Lewis begins the long task of discovering the identity of the murderer and the motive. ● 96 pages ● 22344 words in length

After the disappearance of her father, Miss. Mary Morstam receives a mysterious message full of ominous promises. Even more mysterious, accompanying the letter, was a beautiful set of pearls. Not knowing who sent the message, or the meaning of the pearls, she turns to the famous detective Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson. ● 64 pages ● 11451 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07678-4)

Jean Paget is in Malaysia in 1940 when the Japanese army invades. She is sent on foot to a women's prisoner-of-war camp. The roadmarch takes two years. Joe Harmon, an Australian prisoner, takes many risks to obtain food and medicines for the women. After the war, jean returns to England, believing Joe is dead. When she hears that he is alive and living in Australia, she sets out to find him.

When Therese Raquin marries her sickly cousin Camille, her future looks as if it will be both dull and loveless. This all changes, however, with the arrival of Camille's friend Laurent. Laurent and Therese soon begin a love affair. Will it end in happiness? How far will Therese and Laurent go to be together? ● 96 pages ● 23493 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07538-1)

No one knew where Jay Gatsby had come from, or how he had become so rich. They just went to his fancy parties at his beautiful house, ate his food, and drank his wine. Jay Gatsby didn’t care. He cared about only one thing―Daisy Buchanan, and for her, he would do anything. Daisy is married to Tom Buchanan though. Will Daisy choose Tom or Gatsby, and will they live happily ever after? ● 80 pages ● 12945 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07703-3)

The archaeologist, Dr. John Farrow knows where to find the secret tomb of Queen Axtarte, But since telling his story to the newspapers, he has disappeared. Could Axtarte’s curse be real? “anyone who enters my tomb- anyone who steals from my tomb- anyone who touches my body- that person will die a terrible death. And many more will die with him.” Chief inspector Salahadin vows to find out. ● 80 pages ● 12241 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07707-1)

Date: 3984. Place: the planet Zeron. 'Who are you?' Varon asked. 'What do you want from me?' 'I want to help you, Stefan Varon,' said the voice. 'You know my name!' said Varon in surprise. No one on Zeron knew him. 'Yes, I know your name. And I know what you do. I know where you come from. And why you are here. I know everything. I am Omega.' Thus Varon’s adventures with Omega(whatever it is) begin…. ● 64 pages ● 10619 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07805-4)

When Tess Durbeyfield is sent by her family to find her rich relatives, she is soon pursued and violently attacked by the ruthless Alec d'Urberville. But the sad event which follows gives Tess the chance to hide her past and move on. Eventually she falls in love and finds happiness with Angel Clare. However, Tess's honest nature means she is doomed never t escape her past. ● 128 pages ● 24666 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07457-5)

Wuthering Heights, Emily Bronte’s only novel is the story of Heathcliff, an orphan raised by the Earnshaw family,his adopted foster sister Cathy, and Edgar and Isabella Linton. It is a story of sibling rivalry and family rivalry, and of love and what love does to a person. The passionate and violent story of the Earnshaw and Linton families - has become one of the most popular in British fiction. ● 96 pages ● 21320 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07709-5)

Helen Fielding's story of the loveable Bridget, and her struggles with men and weight, was made internationally famous by the film starring Hugh Grant and Renee Zellweger. You've seen the film, now read the Reader! Recommended for older readers. ● 120 pages ● 17558 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71670-4)

Shakespeare's famous story of the young Prince Hamlet's journey into despair and revenge after learning that his uncle is his father's murderer. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts. ● 96 pages ● 13597 words in length

Shylock lends money to the merchant Antonio but the stakes are high. When Antonio cannot pay him back, Shylock demands a terrible punishment... This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts. ● 112 pages ● 23054 words in length

A sad and beautiful story about a Mexican-Indian diver who finds the greatest pearl in the world, but loses his happiness. ● 104 pages ● 18640 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-03112-8)

When Arthur pulls the sword out of the stone, he becomes king of the land of Logres. Arthur chooses the beautiful Lady Guinevere to be his queen and builds a castle at Camelot. Here he is joined by Sir Lancelot and the rest of the Knights of the Round Table. For a while all is well, but only for a little while. For Arthur’s evil half-sister, the sorceress Morgana has other plans…. ● 96 pages ● 18282 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02685-8)

Life in Africa was different before the Europeans came. Okonkwo is respected for his strength, bravery, honesty and wealth. But his people are doomed to be destroyed both by the superstition-bound customs of tribal life, and the arrival of the white man. This simply and movingly told story by Nigeria's foremost novelist describes the influences of British colonialism and Christian missionaries. ● 96 pages ● 20746 words in length

"There is something I must say to you, Giles," Mr Melbury said sadly. "Soon you will not have a house. You will not have a home for Grace to live in. You must not think any more about getting married to her." Set in a village in Dorset, Giles Winterbourne loves and is engaged to Grace Melbury. but when Giles loses his money, Grace's father insists that she marries Edred Fitzpiers. ● 96 pages ● 21169 words in length

When secret agent James Bond meets the multi-millionaire Auric Goldfinger, he quickly learns that Goldfinger is a clever cheat at card games. But card cheating at card games isn’t the way Goldfinger makes money. Following Goldfinger to Switzerland, Bond discovers that Goldfinger has bigger plans―to steal all the gold in the U.S. Treasury i. The only thing standing in Goldfinger’s way is James Bond. ● 112 pages ● 21349 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08060-6)

After the death of her husband, Mrs Dashwood and her three daughters, Elinor, Marianne and Margaret, find they must move to a small cottage in Barton Park. There Marianne meets and falls in love with the attractive but unreliable Willoughby, while Elinor longs for Edward Ferrars, the young man she was forced to leave behind ...will the sisters find love and everlasting happiness? ● 112 pages ● 25007 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08062-0)

The Speckled Band― A young woman consults Holmes out of fear of her bad-tempered step father. The Dancing Men― Mr. Hilton Cubitt of Ridling Thorpe Manor is happily married to the beautiful Elsie. Then one day Elsie receives a very troubling letter. The Red-Headed League― Why is Jabez Wilso being paid obscene amounts of money to copy an encyclopedia? And why was having red hair a job requirement? ● 80 pages ● 12657 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07680-7)

Another story of the adventures of the Los Angeles private detective. A beautiful blonde woman hires Lenny Samuel to find her missing sister. Before long, Lenny is involved with gunmen, dead bodies, world-weary policemen and jewel thieves, whilst dodging bullets, speeding cars and flying fists. All in a days work for Lenny Samuel, ace private detective. ● 64 pages ● 14255 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07668-5)

John Samuel Fame has many friends. Some of whom are suspected criminals. So it is not totally unsurprising that when a valuable gold statue is stolen from Darma museum, inspector Roland immediately has him followed. ● 80 pages ● 15280 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07873-3)

It's a new year and Bridget has a boyfriend at last; the handsome and successful lawyer, Mark Darcy! But soon the beautiful - and determined - Rebecca appears on the scene to steal Mark away. Heartbroken and confused, Bridget decides to go on holiday to Thailand with her friend Shazzer. There Bridget's problems only get worse. ● 112 pages ● 18101 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40023-8)

Who is the man behind the world's most famous politician? Barack Obama has been shaped by his experience of many different cultures. He is the son of a white American mother and a black Kenyan father. He grew up in Hawaii and Indonesia. This Macmillan Biography looks at the people and places that most influenced Obama's rise from wayward teenager to his inauguration in 2009 as America's first black president. ● 96 pages ● 19911 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40000-9)

In Live and Let Die, Bond finds himself in Jamaica investigating the underworld criminal 'Mr Big', who is suspected of selling antique gold coins to finance Soviet spy operations. As usual, Bond gets caught up in many dangerous situations. He also falls in love with Mr Big's girlfriend, the mysterious and beautiful Solitaire. ● 112 pages ● 19201 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-73508-8)

You've seen the movie, now read the book! Ram Mohammad Thomas answers 14 questions correclty in a TV quiz and wins a billion rupees, but how does he know the answers? Slumdog Millionaire takes us through the major events of Ram's life, from his battle for survival on the streets of Mumbai and Delhi to his final act of love and revenge - and the amazing good fortune it brings! ● 112 pages ● 19822 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40471-7)

The Story of Eseki, a young boy who, slowly, becomes aware of the injustices, poverty and fear which are a normal part of life for black people in South Africa under the Apartheid rule. ● 120 pages ● 21124 words in length

Much Ado About Nothing is Shakespeare’s famous comedy / drama about the war of power and understanding between men and women and the disguises they wear in their romantic relationships. ● 112 pages ● 18051 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40870-8)

'"It was the first murder case I ever investigated on my own." Wexford said angrily. "There’s no mystery. Herbert Arthur Painter killed his ninety-year-old employer by hitting her over the head with an axe. He did it for two hundred pounds."' Chief Inspector Wexford was sure that the murder of an old lady had been carried out by her employee, Herbert Painter, and the courts agreed with him. But then Henry Archery, whose son is engaged to marry Painter’s daughter, starts questioning the case … ● 104 pages ● 19770 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-2304-2236-0)

'"I don't ever want to be different from this," he said. "I'd like to stay exactly as I am now. Every fifteenth of July, I want to be just like this." The two young people didn't know each other very well, but this was a night for thinking about the future.' 15th July 1988. Emma and Dexter meet for the first time on the night of their university graduation. Soon their lives will go in separate directions. But where will they be on 15th July of the following year, and the year after that? One Day is a wonderful and moving love story which takes place over the decades of the eighties, nineties and 'noughties'. ● 112 pages ● 20022 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-2304-2235-3)

When David Copperfield's father dies, his mother is forced to marry Edward Murdstone, a cruel and domineering man. David's early life is one of poverty and hardship. Finally the young boy runs away to Dover and takes refuge with a long lost aunt. David goes on to make many friends and finds great success, but he must endure much suffering and loss along the way. ● 112 pages ● 26578 words in length

The Red and the Black is the story of the lives and loves of a young man, Julian Sorel. Through his love affairs with the aristocratic and beautiful Madame de Renal, and the equally beautiful and passionate motile, Sorel tries to gain wealth and social standing. However, things don’t always turn out the way Sorel wishes. ● 128 pages ● 25453 words in length

The true story of Joe Simpson and Simon Yates's climb of the mountain Siula Grande. When Joe breaks his leg high on the mountain, he knows that he will probably die. But Simon is determined to help his friend and determines to lower him down the mountain on a rope. The plan seems to be going well. But then disaster strikes. Touching the Void is a gripping story of human courage and the will to survive. ● 80 pages ● 16874 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-53352-3)

This semi-autobiographical novel, from one of Africa’s most respected novelists, tells the story of a village in the heart of rural Botswana in the 1960’s. It is the story of Makhaya and the people of Botswana as they struggle to cope with changing tribal traditions, social customs, and agricultural methods; and look for ways of overcoming their principle adversary―the harsh climate. ● 80 pages ● 11066 words in length

Philip Ashley receives letters from his guardian,Ambrose, in Italy, who complains of terrible headaches. He is convinced that his young wife, Rachel, is trying to murder him. Philip decides to go to Italy to find out what is happening. Is his cousin Rachel really trying to kill Ambrose, or is Ambrose just sick like his father was. One thing is certain, Philip’s life will never be the same again. ● 80 pages ● 14450 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07715-6)

On October 31, 1991, three powerful weather systems met off the coast of New Foundland. The result has since been referred to as “The Perfect Storm.” This is the story of the swordfishing boat, Andrea Gail, its captain and crew of six who despite the combined efforts of the US and Canadian rescue services are feared lost at sea. Will anyone survive the perfect storm? ● 112 pages ● 20258 words in length

Another Lenny Samuel mystery. Actress Gail Lane has it all, youth, beauty, money, and fame. Then she starts receiving anonymous death threats. The movie studio hires private detective, Lenny Samuel to find out who is doing it. So Lenny joins the film crew on location in Hollywood, Buenos Aires, and Istanbul as he tries to stay out of trouble and find the culprit before its too late. ● 128 pages ● 26176 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07711-8)

In this bittersweet romantic tale, Anna the young, beautiful wife of Mr. Karenin, a wealthy but old business man is leading an unhappy life. That all changes the day that Anna meets the handsome Count Vronsky. The two soon begin a passionate romance and Anna begs her husband for a divorce. Will Anna and Count Vronsky find happiness, or will it all end in tragedy? ● 120 pages ● 28500 words in length

The cold and beautiful Lady Dedlock, has a dark secret in her past, and the ruthless lawyer Tulkinghorn vows to uncover it. Meanwhile, the generous John Jarndyce is struggling with his own past, while taking care of his young wards Richard and Ada. They're all caught up in the case of Jarndyce vs Jarndyce, which will make one of them rich beyond his or her wildest dreams. ● 128 pages ● 22002 words in length

Three short stories by W. Somerset Maughn. Creative Impulse―Mrs. Albert Forrester, a cold, selfish writer finds the key to her next successful book after she changes her ways. The Round Dozen― In a seaside town, a strange, quiet men achieves his life long dream. Jane―A plain middle-aged woman’s quiet life changes when she meets a poor and handsome young man. ● 80ページ ● 総語数15283語

This is a story about unattainable love. Pip, a simple orphan lives with Joe Gargery, a blacksmith. One day Pip is asked to be the playmate of Estella, a rich man’s daughter. She is the only beautiful girl Pip has ever met, so he falls instantly in love with her. Unfortunately, Estella thinks Pip is too common, but Pip won’t always be so common. Can Pip win Estella’s heart? ● 96 pages ● 20058 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07682-1)

A story describing the hardships endured by a young Zulu migrant worker in the gold mines of Africa. Xuma, a poor mine worker, sees the cruelty of the bosses of the mine where he works, as well as the squalor of the township where he lives, and the wealthy lifestyle of the white people in the city. He begins to question the racial injustices which surround him. ● 96 pages ● 18833 words in length

Colin Fenton and his wife run a computer software company, but only Colin knows that the business is £10,000 in debt. When a chance meeting in a pub leads him to an offer that will, he thinks, quickly and easily solve all his problems, he accepts. But he loses the gamble and subsequently his identity, leaving his wife to try to prove whether or not he is officially dead. ● 112 pages ● 22034 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07684-5)

The heroine meets and falls in love with Maxim de Winter, a rich Englishman whose beautiful wife has recently died under tragic circumstances. To her surprise and joy, Maxim proposes to her and they return to live in Manderley, his beautiful house in Cornwall. But, Maxim has never really gotten over his first wife, who despite being dead still dominates him and the house. ● 144 pages ● 35309 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07713-2)

This story by a world-famous African writer, describes the effects of colonialism and war on ordinary people and families in Kenya. Young Njoroge is an ambitious dreamer. He believes that education is the key to success in his life. As he grows up, however, political events and personal tragedy are destined to shatter his hopes and beliefs. ● 16 pages ● 13210 words in length

When the young Dorothea Brooke marries the aging scholar, Edward Casaubon, the people of Middlemarch believe no good will come of it. Dorothea quickly grows bored. Then she begins a sensitive friendship with Casaubon's young cousin, Will Ladislaw. Meanwhile, the spoilt Rosamond Vincey pursues the idealistic Doctor Lydgate. Lydgate is determined not to get married, but Rosamond has other ideas. ● 144 pages ● 33988 words in length

Steinbeck's most powerful novel describes the lives of a homeless farming family as they travel across America in the Great Depression of the 1930s. The family face hardship and hostility every step of the way as they struggle to survive in a country where kindness seems no longer to exist. ● 144 pages ● 28849 words in length

The tragic story of George and Lennie, who move from one farm to another, looking for work. George is clever but Lennie's size and slowness are always getting him into trouble. One day the two men get a job on a farm. Things are going well until they meet the unhappy wife of the farm foreman, Curley. The Curley's wife tries to become friendly with Lennie... ● 112 pages ● 21968 words in length

John Harmon is rich, or at least he will be if he marries the beautiful Bella. Unfortunately for John Harmon, he is dead―or is he? A dead man has been found in the river. At the inquest the dead man is identified as John Harmon, who had recently returned from abroad. But how had he died? And If it was murder, who killed him? More importantly, is it really John Harmon? ● 128 pages ● 22009 words in length

Vanity Fair tells the story of two very different girls: the poor, but very ambitious Becky Sharp; and Amelia Sedley, sheltered daughter of a wealthy businessman. These two meet at Miss Pinkerton’s Academy for young ladies; and despite being very different, become friends. Will their friendship last? Or will Becky sacrifice even that in her desire for wealth and position? ● 144 pages ● 34946 words in length

Five short stories about life in America in the 1920s and 1940s. The Cut-Glass Bowl : A wedding present brings bad luck. Bernice Bobs Her Hair : Bernice thinks if she cuts her hair, all men will like her. Gretchen's Forty Winks : Roger Halsey tricks his wife. Magnetism : A rich, handsome film star has special powers. Three Hours Between Planes : Donald visits an old friend. Will she remember him? ● 80 pages ● 12921 words in length

Tilo owns a shop in Oakland, California, where she sells herbs and spices. But Tilo isn't just a shopkeeper, she is also The Mistress of Spices. She can see into the hearts and lives of her customers, knowing all their secrets and all their problems. With her knowledge of the spices' secret powers, The Mistress of Spices helps customers find answers to the questions of life, loss and loneliness. ● 96 pages ● 21799 words in length

Shakespeare's Scottish story of witchcraft and murder is probably one of his darkest works. Macbeth's bloody rise to power is encouraged by his wife, Lady Macbeth. Like her husband, Lady Macbeth's ambition leads her into a dark world of guilt and madness which slowly destroys their marriage, and ends in tragedy.  ● 120 pages ● 15913 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40223-2)

Oscar Wilde's comic masterpiece of love and mistaken identity was a great hit when it first appeared on the stage in 1895 and has remained hugely popular with theatre audiences ever since. ● 104 pages ● 18047 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-40868-5)

When British Prime Minister Adam Lang’s ghost writer, Michael McAra, dies in mysterious circumstances, a new writer is brought in to write Lang’s autobiography. But it soon becomes clear that Lang and his wife Ruth are a much more complicated couple than they first appear. The Ghost is a powerful commentary on the policies employed by the British government in the 'War on Terror'. ● 96 pages ● 19692 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-0-2304-2287-2)

This story tells the tale of Ishmael and his voyage aboard the whaling ship, Pequod. Ishmael soon learns that the ships captain, Captain Ahab isn’t hunting whales for the usual reasons. He is looking for one specific whale, Moby Dick, a giant white whale. Moby Dick destroyed Ahab’s last boat and bit off his leg. Ahab wants revenge and will do anything to get it. ● 112 pages ● 26317 words in length

This collection of five stories explores a variety of different literary approaches to the adventure genre. From a man struggling to survive in the frozen Yukon to a ship's loose cannon which threatens the lives of an entire ship's crew, these stories will enthral and delight adventure fans everywhere. ● 216 pages

This collection of five stories puts together a variety of styles from the genre of crime writing. From the adventures of the most famous of all detectives, Sherlock Holmes, to the contemporary crime writings of Ruth Rendell and Alexander McCall Smith. ● 208 pages

This collection of six excerpts takes the reader through a variety of landscapes which are both challenging and exhilarating. From the desert conditions of Mexico to the frozen land of the Northern Lights, there is something here for everyone who loves to read about travel. ● 216 pages

This collection of short stories brilliantly illustrates the development of the new literary styles and perspectives that emerged during the course of the twentieth century. ● 208ページ

A collection of classic and modern stories by some of America's finest writers. Includes stories by Dorothy Parker, Theodore Dreiser, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Patricia Highsmith, and Edith Wharton. ● 192 pages

From a supernatural presence on a beach to a crazed underground beast, this collection has ghosts and spirits to frighten even the most hardened horror reader... Includes stories by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, M.R. James, W.W. Jacobs, Fritz Leiber and Jane Gardam. ● 184 pages

Classic and modern stories of love and betrayal. From the farm girl who searches for new love after a disappointing affair, to the housewife who has everything but still wants more... Includes stories by D. H. Lawrence, Katherine Mansfield, Graham Greene, H.G. Wells, H.E. Bates and F. Scott Fitzgerald. ● 192 pages

People who can travel through time and space; two boys who can make themselves invisible; and the story of the first human 'teletransporter.' This collection contains a variety of stories to entertain science fiction fans everywhere. Includes stories by Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, Stanley Weinbaum, Arthur C. Clarke and Jack London. ● 200 pages

William Shakespeare’s romantic comedy about love and marriage. When four young lovers get lost in the forest, the fairies who live there play jokes on them – turning love into hate and hate into love.A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of Shakespeare’s most popular plays and is still performed across the world.This Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts from A Midsummer Night’s Dream. ● 80 pages ● 12401 words in length

In this bittersweet romantic tale, Anna the young, beautiful wife of Mr. Karenin, a wealthy but old business man is leading an unhappy life. That all changes the day that Anna meets the handsome Count Vronsky. The two soon begin a passionate romance and Anna begs her husband for a divorce. Will Anna and Count Vronsky find happiness, or will it all end in tragedy? ● 120 pages ● 28500 words in length

Phileas Fogg believes that he can travel around the world in eighty days. Can he do it? Around the World in Eighty Days is the wonderful story of Phileas’s adventures as he travels from country to country with his servant Passepartout. Enjoy the adventure, enjoy the dangers, just sit back and enjoy the story. ● 16 pages ● 998 words in length

It is the 1797 and Britain and France are at war. Young Billy Budd is on the British warship, Indomitable. Billy is strong and a hard worker, so everybody likes him. Everybody except the master-at-arms, John Claggart, and he has a plan to make Billy’s life on the ship very, very difficult… ● 64 pages ● 7424 words in length

The cold and beautiful Lady Dedlock, has a dark secret in her past, and the ruthless lawyer Tulkinghorn vows to uncover it. Meanwhile, the generous John Jarndyce is struggling with his own past, while taking care of his young wards Richard and Ada. They're all caught up in the case of Jarndyce vs Jarndyce, which will make one of them rich beyond his or her wildest dreams. ● 128 pages ● 22002 words in length

Peter, a long distance lorry driver, gives a lift to a 16-year-old hitch-hiker outside Bristol. As they talk, Peter discovers that John has run away from home after a violent row with his uncle. The police are searching for John. His uncle has been found dead and the police want to question the boy over the death. Is John the one the police should be looking for? ● 80 pages ● 16208 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07670-8)

A masterpiece written by the great American realist Henry James. Daisy Miller is the story of an innocent girl's search for love and recognition in a society where respectable behaviour counts for everything. In this story you will discover how Henry James has used Daisy's story to share what he believes are the differences between both the American and the European Cultures. ● 88 pages ● 15460 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08407-9)

When David Copperfield's father dies, his mother is forced to marry Edward Murdstone, a cruel and domineering man. David's early life is one of poverty and hardship. Finally the young boy runs away to Dover and takes refuge with a long lost aunt. David goes on to make many friends and finds great success, but he must endure much suffering and loss along the way. ● 112 pages ● 26578 words in length

Dr Jekyll's scientific investigations are detached and professional. He wants to explore his own character through study and self experimentation. He is looking to separate his two personalities the good and the evil. But soon after his success, he finds himself under the control of a darker, evil, driving force. A gripping story that will keep you until the end. ● 64 pages ● 9340 words in length

"Welcome to my house," he said. "Enter Castle Dracula, Mr. Harker." As I stepped inside, Count Dracula took hold of my arm. He was terribly strong and his hand was as cold as ice.' "Dracula" is a horror story about Vampires and their cruelty. People like to be frightened by horror stories. This is one of the most famous horror stories ever written. Do not read this book at night when you are alone. ● 64 pages ● 10205 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07672-2)

One of Jane Austen's finest works, Emma is the story of a wealthy and beautiful girl whose favourite hobby is matchmaking. Her friends and she believe she has a special talent, but Emma's matchmaking causes mistakes and unhappiness. And Emma is so busy taking an interest in others' lives that she does not notice her own, growing feelings for a man she believes is just a friend. ● 128 pages ● 27095 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07454-4)

One of Thomas Hardy's greatest novels, Far from the Madding Crowd tells the story of the life and loves of the brave and beautiful Bathsheba Everdene. She is a very beautiful women with many men wanting her hand in marriage. Men fighting over her leads to the death of one and one going to jail for murder. Finally we see that true happiness is closer than we really know. ● 96 pages ● 18650 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08709-4)

The March sisters- Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy- have grown up. They are young women now. Each sister has a different plan for her future life. Meg wants to marry. Jo wants to be a writer. Amy wants to be a painter. And Beth wants a quiet happy life. Will they all get what they want and live happily ever after? ● 64 pages ● 8934 words in length

This is a story about unattainable love. Pip, a simple orphan lives with Joe Gargery, a blacksmith. One day Pip is asked to be the playmate of Estella, a rich man’s daughter. She is the only beautiful girl Pip has ever met, so he falls instantly in love with her. Unfortunately, Estella thinks Pip is too common, but Pip won’t always be so common. Can Pip win Estella’s heart? ● 96 pages ● 20058 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07682-1)

This is the story of Lemuel Gulliver and his adventures in the land of Lilliput. Gulliver’s ship , The Antelope, sinks in the Far East. The only way for Gulliver to survive is to swim for land. Gulliver manages to swim to land only to find himself tied up and held prisoner! How will Gulliver Escape? ● 16 pages ● 582 words in length

Shakespeare's famous story of the young Prince Hamlet's journey into despair and revenge after learning that his uncle is his father's murderer. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts. ● 96 pages ● 13597 words in length

This story, which takes place in the Lake Ontario area of North America, follows the adventures of the scout, Hawkeye and his friend, Chingachgook who were first introduced in The Last of the Mohicans. In this story, Hawkeye must rescue the woman he loves from the French army and their Indian fighters. ● 64 pages ● 9237 words in length

When Heidi goes to live with her bad-tempered and lonely grandfather, Uncle Alp, in his hut on the mountain, everyone thinks that make each other unhappy. But Heidi soon makes new friends and grows to love her new life. Then her aunt Detie arrives and insists that Heidi must go to live with a family in Frankfurt. Heidi and her grandfather are heartbroken. Will Heidi ever return to the mountain? ● 86 pages ● 15198 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02679-7)

When Arthur pulls the sword out of the stone, he becomes king of the land of Logres. Arthur chooses the beautiful Lady Guinevere to be his queen and builds a castle at Camelot. Here he is joined by Sir Lancelot and the rest of the Knights of the Round Table. For a while all is well, but only for a little while. For Arthur’s evil half-sister, the sorceress Morgana has other plans…. ● 96 pages ● 18282 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02685-8)

Lenny Samuel a Los Angeles Private Investigator has been hired by a beautiful women to find a retired champion racehorse. The private eye thinks that he is new assignment is going to be very enjoyable. After all, what could be easier? All he has to do is to hang around California's beautiful racetracks, ask a few questions and then report back to his very pretty client. ● 64 pages ● 12419 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07697-5)

It is the year 1861, and there is civil war in America. This is the story of the March sisters- Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. Their father is away, fighting for the Union army. It is a difficult time for the March family. However, by relying on each other, they are able to survive and find love and happiness during and after the war. ● 64 pages ● 7092 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07620-3)

When the young Dorothea Brooke marries the aging scholar, Edward Casaubon, the people of Middlemarch believe no good will come of it. Dorothea quickly grows bored. Then she begins a sensitive friendship with Casaubon's young cousin, Will Ladislaw. Meanwhile, the spoilt Rosamond Vincey pursues the idealistic Doctor Lydgate. Lydgate is determined not to get married, but Rosamond has other ideas. ● 144 pages ● 33988 words in length

This story tells the tale of Ishmael and his voyage aboard the whaling ship, Pequod. Ishmael soon learns that the ships captain, Captain Ahab isn’t hunting whales for the usual reasons. He is looking for one specific whale, Moby Dick, a giant white whale. Moby Dick destroyed Ahab’s last boat and bit off his leg. Ahab wants revenge and will do anything to get it. ● 112 pages ● 26317 words in length

Nelson Mandela was born in a remote African village but went on to become the most influential African leader in history. This Macmillan Reader charts Mandela's journey from childhood to ANC activist. It goes on to describe his release after 27 years' imprisonment by the South African government, his role in ending Apartheid and his eventual inauguration as the first black President of South Africa. ● 80 pages ● 12904 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71659-9)

Jane Austen's light-hearted and witty novel is the story of a young beautiful woman who is looking for a rich, successful and handsome husband! She is invited to attend balls and to have tea with many rich people. A man falls for the beautiful woman but she doesn’t want anything more than just a friendship. She is invited to the Northanger Abbey which has a mysterious room she becomes interested in. ● 64 pages ● 7337 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07632-6)

Colin Fenton and his wife run a computer software company, but only Colin knows that the business is £10,000 in debt. When a chance meeting in a pub leads him to an offer that will, he thinks, quickly and easily solve all his problems, he accepts. But he loses the gamble and subsequently his identity, leaving his wife to try to prove whether or not he is officially dead. ● 112 pages ● 22034 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,365(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07684-5)

It’s the 1830’s in Britain. Britain is a country of two classes: Rich and Poor. While the rich live in big houses, the poor often live on the street. Dickens was angry about how the poor had to live and wrote many novels to raise awareness of this issue. Oliver Twist, Dickens’ novel about the trials of a poor young orphan boy is perhaps his most famous. ● 64 pages ● 11091 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07676-0)

Eight stories by the famous American journalist and writer, Ambrose Bierce. 1.OWL CREEK BRIDGE 2.BEYOND THE WALL 3.AN ADVENTURE AT BROWNVILLE 4.THE DAMNED THING 5.ONE OF THE MISSING 6.THE STRANGER 7.THREE AND ONE ARE ONE 8.KILLED AT RESACA. All these short stories are sure to keep the reader interested. ● 88 pages ● 15042 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08741-4)

Everybody knows that a rich unmarried man needs a pretty wife. And every mother wants her daughter to be happily married, preferably to a rich man.This much-filmed and highly popular romantic comedy has been retold to give the reader an opportunity to understand and enjoy the witty dialogue and sharp observations of one of the classic romances in English literature. ● 96 pages ● 23027 words in length

A sympathetic and informative description of the life of Britain's most famous princess. The marriage of Lady Diana Spencer to Prince Charles was watched by millions of people around the world. But their fairy-tale marriage was not to last and Diana's life would be cut short bu a terrible car crash. Includes photographs and details of Diana's favourite charities. ● 64 pages ● 10115 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71653-7)

Robin Hood is a medievil folk tale from England. The Sheriff is robbing the poor ordinary people with high taxes so Robin and his men decide to start robbing the Sheriff of his money and return it to the poor. They want to right wrongs when they can and bring hope back to the people when they can. To do this they need to live a life outside of the law, the law of the rich. ● 88 pages ● 13716 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08723-0)

The young Ronson Crusoe ignores his father's advice an decides to become a sailor. But Crusoe is soon caught up in violent storms and finds himself shipwrecked on a remote island where he must live for the next 28 years. ● 80 pages ● 17241 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71656-8)

Shakespeare’s story of the tragic lovers Romeo and Juliet, is as relevant and popular now as it was over 400 years ago. Romeo and Juliet come from two rival families who despise each other, but these two lovers will not let this come between them. This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts from Romeo and Juliet. Shakespeare at his best. ● 88 pages ● 15606 words in length

Five short horror stories - Room 13, The Whistle, The Message of Death, the Maze and The Lost Crowns of Anglia - that should appeal to anyone who has enjoyed the other ghost/horror titles in the Macmillan readers series. Beware! Don't turn your light out immediately after you've finished reading. Sometimes there may be something waiting for you in the dark… ● 64 pages ● 13222 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07660-9)

Four stories by one of the greatest writer of twentieth-century English literature. Recommended for mature readers. The Virgin and the Gypsy. The Lovely Lady, The Rocking Horsewinner, Love among the haystacks. ● 96 pages ● 20499 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08735-3)

Seven intriguing stories by one of the most famous and well gifted writers of nineteenth-century American literature. The Pit and the Pendulum, The Gold Bug,The Facts in the Case of Mr. Valdemar, The Fallof the House of Usher, Down in the Maelstrom, The Masque of the Red Death, The Oblong Box. These seven great mystery and horror titles will have you wanting more. ● 80 pages ● 15337 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07535-0)

Sherlock Homes and his assistant, Dr Watson, solve the strange cases of The Blue Carbuncle, the Silver Blaze and The Six napoleons.The Blue Carbuncle / Two unusual clues for Holmes and Watson to follow - a hat and a goose! Silver Blaze / A racehorse disappears before an important race. Holmes had to find the horse and solve a murder. The Six Napoleons / Why is someone smashing statues of Napoleon? What are they looking for? ● 64 pages ● 10318 words in length

Three frightening short stories from the author of Dracula. "The Judge's House", Malcom a young man looking for a quiet place to study finds an old house to rent but he gets more than he bargains for. "The Iron Maiden" is a story of how a simple joke can come back and haunt you. "The Return of Abel Behena" two men, one woman and a coin toss. Prepare yourself for some trouble. ● 64 pages ● 10747 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07664-7)

When Tess Durbeyfield is sent by her family to find her rich relatives, she is soon pursued and violently attacked by the ruthless Alec d'Urberville. But the sad event which follows gives Tess the chance to hide her past and move on. Eventually she falls in love and finds happiness with Angel Clare. However, Tess's honest nature means she is doomed never t escape her past. ● 128 pages ● 24666 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07457-5)

Tom Sawyer is a 11 year old boy who lives in St. Petersburg, Missouri. Tom and his best friend Huckleberry Finn are always in trouble. One night, he climbs out of his bedroom window and goes to a graveyard with his friend Huck. At the graveyard, Tom and Huck see something that will change them both forever. ● 64 pages ● 7681 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07234-2)

Black Cat is an action-packed detective story. Salahadin El Nur is an inspector in the Antiquities Department of the Egyptian police. His job is to protect Egyptian antiquities. After the death of a European archaeologist, Salahadin begins looking for a priceless statuette. His job soon becomes very dangerous as he closes in on a gang of international smugglers. ● 64 pages ● 7230 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07638-8)

The Canterville Ghost: Sir Simon is a ghost but he is having trouble scaring the occupants of his house. The Model Millionaire: Hughie Erskine has fallen for Laura, a beautiful woman. But Hughie is poor and cannot marry her. Will Hughie find riches? Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime: Mr. Podgers a great palm reader, reads Lord Arthur's Palms at a party. What will the Lords future be? ● 64 pages ● 8853 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07640-1)

Ed Malone - a young newspaper reporter - joins a team of explorers, led by the eccentric Professor Challenger. They are set to find a Lost World in the middle of the Amazon jungle. On their journey they encounter many dangerous dinosaurs and are also caught in the middle of a war between a local tribe and monkey like men. Will they survive this ordeal and if they do survive who will believe their stories. ● 64 pages ● 11955 words in length

Shylock lends money to the merchant Antonio but the stakes are high. When Antonio cannot pay him back, Shylock demands a terrible punishment... This Macmillan Reader is written as a playscript and includes original extracts. ● 112 pages ● 23054 words in length

Basil Hallward has painted a picture of a young man he really admires - Dorian Gray. Dorian is angry because he will grow old while the picture remains the same. He wishes that the picture would age instead of him. Dorian decides to buy the picture and hide it from everyone. The years pass but Dorian never seems to age. Has his wish come true? If so, there will be tragic consequences for many people. ● 64 pages ● 10956 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07658-6)

The Red and the Black is the story of the lives and loves of a young man, Julian Sorel. Through his love affairs with the aristocratic and beautiful Madame de Renal, and the equally beautiful and passionate motile, Sorel tries to gain wealth and social standing. However, things don’t always turn out the way Sorel wishes. ● 128 pages ● 25453 words in length

The Secret Garden is place where you will see miracles happen. See how a young girl with no hope in life blossoms as she rebuilds her family's garden. With the help of the garden and the little girl, a boy with a short temper who has never been able to walk finally has some hope. The Secret Garden shows us that the mind has very special healing powers. ● 88 pages ● 17046 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02690-2)

John Samuel Fame has many friends. Some of whom are suspected criminals. So it is not totally unsurprising that when a valuable gold statue is stolen from Darma museum, inspector Roland immediately has him followed. ● 80 pages ● 15280 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07873-3)

The Speckled Band― A young woman consults Holmes out of fear of her bad-tempered step father. The Dancing Men― Mr. Hilton Cubitt of Ridling Thorpe Manor is happily married to the beautiful Elsie. Then one day Elsie receives a very troubling letter. The Red-Headed League― Why is Jabez Wilso being paid obscene amounts of money to copy an encyclopedia? And why was having red hair a job requirement? ● 80 pages ● 12657 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,260(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07680-7)

A dark and handsome stranger opens a small shop in the quiet village of Woodend. Anna begins to wonder about the unusual visitors who come to Dave Slatin's shop. What are they buying and what exactly is behind the door marked Special Orders Only? At first, Anna finds Dave exciting and very attractive but soon she something frightens Anna. Is Dave the man she thought him to be? ● 64 pages ● 7195 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-07662-3)

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall is a story of a young woman named Helen. She falls in love with a man who she later marrys. Soon after marrying she relises that she cannot stand his character and can see her life colapsing. Being a very strong woman of the times she devises a plan to take control. This is considered to be one of the first feminist books. ● 96 pages ● 19152 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08738-4)

D'Artagnan wants to become a King's musketeer. But before he can have the job he must meet many challenges and prove that he is a strong and brave fighter. Can he protect the Queen from the Cardinal's evil plans? And will he be ab le to stop the beautiful Milady from murdering the Duke of Buckingham? ● 72 pages ● 10724 words in length ※Available with CD　￥945(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-71673-5)

Edmund Dantes, the hero of the book, has everything going for him, until he is falsely accused and imprisoned. While in prison Dantes becomes friends with an old priest who shares the whereabouts of the secret treasure of Monte Cristo. 20 years later Edmund manages to escape from prison and recovers the treasure. Wanting revenge on those who betrayed him in his youth, he uses his new wealth to seek revenge. ● 96 pages ● 17943 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08421-5)

L. Frank Braum's classic story of Dorothy's adventures in the land of Oz. A young girl finds herself trapped in a strange world. Looking for a way to return home she has been told to follow the yellow brick road to ask the Wizard of Oz for help. Along the way she befriends a Scarecrow, a Tinman, and a Lion. However the wicked witch of the east wanting revenge for her sisters death has other plans for Dorothy. ● 88 pages ● 15454 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,155(with tax) (ISBN978-1-405-08714-8)

Vanity Fair tells the story of two very different girls: the poor, but very ambitious Becky Sharp; and Amelia Sedley, sheltered daughter of a wealthy businessman. These two meet at Miss Pinkerton’s Academy for young ladies; and despite being very different, become friends. Will their friendship last? Or will Becky sacrifice even that in her desire for wealth and position? ● 144 pages ● 34946 words in length

Catherine Sloper is a plain, but kind young woman who lives with her father and aunt in Washington Square. Catherine meets and falls in love with a handsome but poor young man named Morris Townsend. Morris leaves Catherine, promising to return after he has more money. But will he return in time? Or will their love fade? ● 64 pages ● 8004 words in length

White Fang is a cross between a dog and wolf. He was raised in the wild in the Yukon in North Eastern Canada. White Fang soon becomes the property of Gray beaver, a Yukon Indian. Knowing only the cruelty of man and the violence of nature, White fang becomes the most savage and wild of dogs, until he is rescued by kindness of a young man who later becomes his master. ● 72 pages ● 12656 words in length ※Available with CD　￥1,050(with tax) (ISBN978-0-230-02673-5)