Everyman's library

A boy from an English workhouse falls into the hands of rogues who train him to be a pickpocket. He must struggle to overcome this environment of crime.

Charles Kinbote tells the story of his life while analyzing a poem by his deceased friend, John Shade.

Collects four novels by Indian author R.K. Narayan, all written during the period of British rule, including "The Bachelor of Arts, " "The Dark Room, " "The English Teacher, " and "Swami and Friends, " the story of a boy in the town of Malgudi whose excitement over the prospect of independence is tempered by his love for all things British.

Presents a collection of three novels set in the fictional town of Malgudi and written after India's independence by Indian novelist, R. K. Narayan, considered to be the forefather of modern Indian fiction.

Portrays life in a future time when a totalitarian government watches over all citizens and directs all activities.