Bücher veröffentlicht von Canongate Books

Introduced by Margaret Atwood

The definitive collection of the work of cult artist David Shrigley, who has been nominated for the Turner Prize 2013

The breathtaking first volume in Rachel Carson's classic and New York Times bestselling trilogy, about the history of the oceans, introduced by Margaret Atwood

One of the great novels of L.A., a semi-autobiographical story of a struggling writer ('Fante was my God', Charles Bukowski)

A powerful anti-war statement and memoir, with a foreword by Bruce Springsteen

Raw and romantic, On Love captures one of our funniest, fiercest, and most daring writers on a subject that touches all of our lives

The perfect gift book for the literary cat lover - musings on the magical mystique of our feline friends, from American icon Charles Bukowski

Bestselling author and 'the hottest thing in neuroscience' (The Times), David Eagleman, takes readers on a fascinating and eye-opening journey into the world of the brain

Read by the author and with a soundtrack by Nick Cave and Warren Ellis

A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER*Why does your foot hit the brake pedal before you are conscious of danger ahead?* *Why is it so difficult to keep a secret?* *How is it possible to get angry at yourself: who, exactly, is mad at whom?*In this sparkling and provocative book, renowned neuroscientist David Eagleman navigates the depths of the subconscious brain. Taking in brain damage, plane spotting, dating, drugs, beauty, infidelity, synaesthesia, criminal law, artificial intelligence and visual illusions, INCOGNITO is a thrilling subsurface exploration of the mind and all its contradictions.

An original and entertaining look at how we can use our brains to their full potential

Michel Faber's first novel in twelve years. Soon to be Amazon original series Oasis in 2017

Tells the story of two men, one white and one Native American, connected by their own understandings of life yet struggling to find a common voice. As they journey together through small Indian towns and down forgotten roads, these two men will travel beyond myth and stereotype, revealing an America few people ever get to see.

The new collection from multi-award-winning cartoonist Tom Gauld - the perfect gift for book lovers everywhere

This edition of Matt Haig's life-affirming Sunday Times bestselling novel is illustrated throughout by the award-winning Chris Riddell

An updated edition of this compulsive collection of the world's most entertaining, inspiring and powerful letters, curated by the founder of the global phenomenon lettersofnote.com

The Comfort Book is a captivating work by renowned author Matt Haig. Published in the year 2021 by Canongate Books, this book is a testament to Haig's prowess in the literary world. The genre of the book is a blend of self-help and philosophy, offering readers a comforting hand in times of need. The Comfort Book is a collection of consolations learned in hard times and suggestions for making the bad days feel better. Drawing on a mix of memoir, meditation, and aphorisms, it's a book to offer companionship and reassurance, to help us understand ourselves, and to make us feel better. Published by Canongate Books, this book is a must-have addition to your collection.

A history of women who have changed our understanding of the universe, from the creator of Brain Pickings

'Undoubtedly a masterpiece, a sublime book' Sunday TimesA dark and beautiful tale full of pain and longing, introduced by Tim Parks

For Penelope, wife of Odysseus, maintaining a kingdom while her husband was off fighting the Trojan war was not a simple business. Already aggrieved that he had been lured away due to the shocking behaviour of her beautiful cousin Helen, Penelope must bring up her wayward son, face down scandalous rumours and keep over a hundred lustful, greedy and bloodthirsty suitors at bay...And then, when Odysseus finally returns and slaughters the murderous suitors, he brutally hangs Penelope's twelve beloved maids. What were his motives? And what was Penelope really up to? Critically acclaimed when it was first published as part of Canongate's Myth series, and following a very successful adaptation by the RSC, this new edition of The Penelopiad sees Margaret Atwood give Penelope a modern and witty voice to tell her side of the story, and set the record straight for good.

Part of Canongate's highly collectible and highly praised series, with an introduction by Tom Tomorrow

Part of Canongate's highly collectible and highly praised series, with an introduction by Lemony Snicket

What happens to us when we die? And what does that tell us about being human?

You embraced hygge and mastered konmari; now meet Dostadning, or death cleaning: the Scandinavian art of shedding unnecessary things to make our lives as joyful as possible, at any age

The critically acclaimed account of Caitlin Doughty's first year working on the funerary frontlines

A remarkable account of the brain's plasticity, from the internationally bestselling author