From 'Is there Sex Before Marriage in Austen?' to 'Which important Austen characters never speak?' the Guardian Book Club columnist answers 21 apparently trivial questions that reveal deep and hidden truths about Jane Austen's fictional world

What do we mean when we talk about philosophy today? These contributions from contemporary philosophers offer a picture of the character and methods of philosophy; its possibilities and its limitations. It is philosophy in action, offering answers and prompting us to philosophis for ourselves.

Presents an overview of various aspects of secondary school life - through the eyes of its students. This book examines how student experiences can help teachers to take stock of their teaching styles and methodologies, and allows a look at the way schools are run on a daily basis.

A mother's advice to her daughter-a guide to daily living, both practical and sublime-with full-color illustrations throughout.

In this inspiring love letter to reading and the life-changing power of literature, 35 writers share their all-time favourite books

In this inspiring love letter to reading and the life-changing power of literature, 35 writers share their all-time favourite books