A Mummer's Wife

First published in 1885, the novel tells the story of Kate Ede, a bored Midlands housewife unhappily married to an asthmatic draper. When a handsome travelling actor comes to lodge with her family, Kate succumbs to temptation, with disastrous consequences.

Britain in close-up: an in-depth study of contemporary Britain

This book aims to describe Britain as it is today, and to go beyond popular and stereotyped images to examine the more complex realities of modern Britain and its people. It also attempts to assee the changes taking place in Britain today and to indicate the direction in which the country is travelling as it enters the twenty-first century.

 

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The audio edition contains word-for-word recordings of all articles published in The Economist, read by professional broadcasters and actors. It is ideal for anyone who wants to listen to articles while travelling, exercising or just relaxing.

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Death of a Travelling Man

M.C. Beaton - Death of a Travelling Man

Police Sergeant Hamish Macbeth's new promotion means more money, but it also means that an eager beaver of a policeman has been thrust upon him, interfering with Hamish's easygoing way of life. Fans of the lazy Hamish will delight in seeing him pitted against a zealous young officer while solving a disturbing murder.

The audio edition contains word-for-word recordings of all articles published in The Economist, read by professional broadcasters and actors. It is ideal for anyone who wants to listen to articles while travelling, exercising or just relaxing.