Guillermo del Toro

A cualquiera le puede ocurrir lo mismo que a Bastián: que entre en un libro y luego no pueda, o no quiera, salir de él. Bastián es un muchacho soñador, para quien la vida cotidiana en general y el colegio en particular constituyen una serie continua de sinsabores. De los que se defienden a copia de imaginación, artículo de primera necesidad. Buen día, los personajes de La historia interminable le piden ayuda. Y Bastián, que está leyendo el emocionante libro, irrumpe la aventura, dispuesto a colaborar en la salvación del reino sin fronteras de Fantasia. Y a echar una mano a Atreyu, el valeroso guerrero piel verde. Y a recorrer aquel mundo fabuloso, a lomos del dragón de la suerte. Y a codearse con silfos, gigantes comerocas, espectros, tortugas, caballos voladores, brujas, magas y mil seres fantásticos. Y a correr los peligros que haga falta correr...

Los trífidos son plantas grotescas y peligrosas, cultivadas originalmente por su valioso aceite. Mientras lo permiten las condiciones del mundo esas plantas son económicamente útiles. Pero un desastre universal y repentino destruye esas condiciones y los trífidos se transforman en una terrible y activa amenaza para el hombre.

A world paralysed by genetic mutation John Wyndham takes the reader into the anguished heart of a community where the chances of breeding true are less than fifty percent and where deviations are rooted out and destroyed as offences and abominations. As one reviewer wrote when "The Chrysalids" was first published: 'John Wyndham really does write... with a sort of hyaline simplicity, perfect timing, miraculous avoidance of cliché and a gentle, sophisticated, slightly astringent humour. He is one of the few authors whose compulsive readability is a compliment to the intelligence.'

This thrilling sci-fi novel takes place in Midwich, a small English village where a silver object appears and causes all the residents to fall unconscious. Afterwards, all the women in the village are discovered to be pregnant with children who exhibit frightening abilities, and are unnaturally superior to their human counterparts. The Midwich Cuckoos is a classic tale of alien infiltration, exploring how our society responds when confronted with superior beings.

Printer's Error is a funny and entertaining history of printed books, filled with absurd moments in the lives of authors and printers. This book takes us on a journey through the oddly humorous history of Western printing and introduces curious episodes that have had a profound impact on our world. With stories like how the father of Western printing, Johannes Gutenberg, went mysteriously unrecognized for centuries, this book is a rollicking ride for anyone interested in the printed word.

This thrilling novel takes place over 24 hours in Inferno, Texas - a town on the brink of collapse due to gang violence, racial tensions, and a failing economy. However, things take a turn for the worse when an unidentified spacecraft, followed by an interstellar hunter known as Stinger, crash lands in the desert outside of town. Armed with advanced technology and a relentless mission to complete, Stinger threatens the existence of Inferno and the world beyond. Will the inhabitants of Inferno be able to survive the alien threat?

Explore the dark and mysterious world of vampirism with this philosophical study. Delving into the history of the vampire legend and the beliefs that have perpetuated it throughout the ages, this book offers a careful and detailed consideration of the many passions and circumstances that have shaped this timeless mythology. Perfect for fans of horror and the supernatural.

Explore an enchanting and perilous world alongside Taran and his followers as they confront the forces of evil led by the Horned King and his Cauldron-Born. The fate of the kingdom of Prydain rests on finding an invaluable secret hidden within an oracular pig named Hen Wen. Will Taran be able to save the kingdom and become the hero he's always wanted to be? Enter the mystical world of The Book of Three to find out.

A classic book of short stories, linked by an invented pantheon of deities who dwell in Pegana. This significant literary work, which had been out of print for decades, has been curated by our staff and is part of our Classic Library collection. Enjoy the enriching experience of reading this wonderful classic.

This comprehensive dictionary delves into the fascinating world of symbols, decoding their meaning and significance across cultures and history. With over 400 pages, readers will discover the hidden meanings behind everyday objects, from ancient myths to contemporary art. Written in English by Juan Eduardo Cirlot, this second edition is a must-have for anyone interested in symbolism and its role in human culture.