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Change the history that pupils learn at Key Stage 3. Reframe familiar topics, discover forgotten stories and amplify unheard voices. Through an evocative, story-based approach,…

THE MASTERFUL NEW THRILLER IN THE ICONIC KAREN PIRIE SERIES, NOW A MAJOR TV SERIES Praise for Val McDermid 'McDermid is at her considerable best'…

Orphan. Governess. Lover. Survivor. Orphaned at a young age, Jane Eyre endures a childhood of abuse and neglect, first at the hands of her aunt…

How do we engage students in the study of 19th century literature? How can a novel of this period be made relevant to the 21st…

A BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, STYLIST, AND GRANTA A BARACK OBAMA BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Haunting . . . perfectly…

Take an incredible trip across space and time to discover just how special YOU are. In this whole wide world of people and animals, and…

'Whitehouse is a skilful, attentive writer' The Guardian BODY FOUND AT MOSELEY BOG IS KEY WITNESS IN SHOCKING CASE When 18-year-old Ben Renshaw is found…

After a disastrous first meeting, Cassie and Marc become arch nemeses. He might have great cheekbones and a sexy French accent but he's a terrible…

The storm is coming... The most painful of Evie Cormac's memories have been locked away, ever since she was held prisoner as a child -…

'Tender and emotional, just absolutely beautiful' JOSIE SILVER 'Maggie was the perfect protagonist to travel the world with' CESCA MAJOR 'Cathy Bramley explores grief, courage…

'Been reading this on m'olidays. It's perfectly ridiculous & also v funny...' DAWN FRENCH 'Curtain Call To Murder positively explodes with the double-entendres and vicious…

'Part memoir, part shoe leather investigative journalism, Mafiopoli is a vital exploration of how organised crime takes hold of a society from the bottom up…

Adrianna, heir to the multimillion dollar Kensington nightclub empire, is planning her dream wedding - a lavish ceremony funded by exclusive sponsors, on the Kensington's…

A headmistress is dead. The circumstances are suspicious. And as every parent knows, being on the school group chat can be murder... 'Deliciously funny' MARTINA…

Discover 50 simple, thrifty, low-tech projects that you can create, even if you're a novice builder! With simple tools and materials and just basic building…

Keyana is heading back to school in this exciting picture book written by bestselling author Natasha Anastasia Tarpley (I Love My Hair!) and illustrated by…

Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Fractions, discover how we use fractions and…

Maths is all around you, it can be seen everywhere in nature and in the human-made world. In Shapes, discover how triangles make strong structures,…

Giraffe Saves Water offers a gentle introduction to the concept of not wasting water for young children. In this humorous story, Giraffe is always wasting…

Lemur Saves Energy offers a gentle introduction to the concept of using energy carefully for young children. In this humorous story, Lemur is always wasting…

Inspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable steps Join Rav as he finds out about the courage it takes to ride…

Inspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable steps Join Jack as he finds out about responsibility and takes little steps towards…

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful heart and lung systems that keep you healthy and make you…

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful processes that happen as you grow. In Growing, learn about what…

A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by…

A humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about plants. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying kid by…

Be surprised by the astonishing science of forces, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl, the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and observations of our…

Be surprised by the astonishing science of the plant kingdom, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl, the internet's most inspiring curator of facts and observations…

Understand the science of the world around you by making art Can you tell the difference between kinetic, stored and chemical energy? This book will…

Understand the science of forces and flight by making art Is gravity weighing you down? Find out how to rise above it with this book…

Galileo Galilei tells the story of 'the father of science' - covering his origins as the son of a musician through his work in astronomy…

Isaac Newton tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering his origins as the son of a farmer through his work in mechanics,…

Get outside and discover the natural wonders you can find in a wood! Whatever trees are found there, woods are wonderful places to spot nature.…

Get outside and discover the natural wonders you can find in a park! Big or small, parks are great places to spot nature. From busy…

Produced in partnership with the RHS, this fun book for young children tells all about super seeds! Plant life begins with a seed. But how…

Produced in partnership with the RHS, this brightly coloured, fun book for young children tells all about cactuses! Clever cacti are amazing. They can be…

Shape, form, colour and line are the visual language of abstract art and the inspiration for the designs in this creative pattern cutting book. Taking…

The most spectacular array of high-quality matt art stickers - over 1000 - drawn from museum and ephemera collections around the globe. The perfect gift…

The quest for happiness is universal. This state of blissful being is universally desired and has been for many millennia. Today it is widely accepted…

Would you know if you lived next door to a serial killer? Emma Kenny - psychologist and true crime expert - reveals the chilling true…

'The best non-fiction book I've ever read. It's magical. Stunning' Dan Schreiber, No Such Thing As a Fish 'A pop biography for people who don't…

'Kwajo's voice is leading the call for change on behalf of a generation who have been seriously failed by Westminster.' Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater…

Discover a clever new way to approach watercolour painting. Begin by building up the muscle memory of the stroke pattern, then put brush to paper,…

Every element has character, be it volatile, aloof, gregarious or enigmatic. They also have incredible stories of how they came to be, how they were…

In this heartwarming story, all three Monroe sisters have said "I do," but when the eldest sister's marriage hits a rough patch, it takes the…

In this "tour de force" (National Review), the leader of the National Conservatism movement argues that nationalism is the only realistic safeguard of liberty in…

You're invited to a show to remember at the prestigious Buckingham Hotel . . . London, 1942. The war is far from over for soldier…

Behind every important scientific discovery there is an equation. They are far from baffling, and now you too can understand their power and beauty! Discover…

A hilarious, informative, and vibrantly illustrated guide to 101 bird songs that sound surprisingly familiar. Have you ever gone for a walk in the woods…

Can you help the boy find his way through the mazes and back to his friends? Navigate towering treetops, prickly cactus fields, mysterious caverns and…

Praise for Sophie Grigson's A Curious Absence of Chickens: 'A delicious treat' Xanthe Clay 'Stuffed full of recipes you want to cook' Prue Leith 'Delicious'…

Find out about money and how to spend, save and use it wisely with this fun guide to becoming a more confident you! Money affects…

Find out how to be more respectful and inclusive of others with this fun guide to becoming a more confident you! Respect is showing that…

A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! How is an earthquake like a stuck door? Why are…

A fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! What makes a volcano blow its top? How violent is…

Connect with nature's sacred roots with this enchanting exploration of the magick and mysticism of trees Their stories are written in folklore, they are revered…

Beloved New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr brings his trademark wit and wisdom to this celebration of all different kinds of brothers, perfect for…

ONE OF THE MILLIONS' MOST ANTICIPATED BOOKS OF 2024 "This is an astonishingly accomplished novel...Just stunning." - Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Magnificent" - Publisher's Weekly,…

Say thank you to the friend who brightens up your life with this collection of appreciative quotes and affirmations There are some people who always…

From an unmissable voice in epic fantasy comes the final novel in a trilogy where guilds clash, magic fuels machines, and an all-out war has…

A local woman is found in a children's playground, tied up and burned to death. Her clothes are neatly folded and laid at the base…

'One of the greatest historical novels ever written' SARAH WATERS 'I love to find queer representation in historical fiction . . . Renault's eye for…

'Mary Renault's portraits of the ancient world are fierce, complex and eloquent, infused at every turn with her life-long passion for the Classics' Madeline Miller,…

Since Zilan entered the world of royal alchemists, she has learned that alchemy comes at a price. She has lost loved ones in her search…

From the bestselling author of Funny You Should Ask comes an inspiring romance novel about honouring the past, living in the present, and loving for…

A captivating and moving account of the first England women's football team that took part in the 1971 World Cup - detailing the injustice faced…

Have you ever felt unheard by your doctor? Been frustrated that they haven't understood your symptoms, that they have neglected your concerns? When Dr Rageshri…

'The tension is almost unbearable. A masterclass in suspense - I absolutely loved it!' SHARI LAPENA 'A tour-de-force. Chilling, intriguing and most entertaining' LIZ NUGENT…

Master the ideas that have shaped the study of genetics today. In a series of 50 accessible essays, Mark Henderson and Helen Sims introduce and…

All Jay wants is to start again, to set himself up in a small, quiet town where no one knows him. Because here, no one…

Growing up in Yorkshire and with farming blood in his genes, James Greenwood always knew he would end up as a vet. Animals have been…

What if changing the way we breathe can change the way we live? Breathing is perhaps the biological process to which we pay the least…

In January 2017, Chimene Suleyman was on her way to an abortion clinic in Queens, New York with her boyfriend, the father of her nascent…

In today's throwaway culture, there's a counter movement growing that urges us to 'make do and mend'. Reusing and upcycling has never been more popular,…

USA Today bestselling author Debbie Mason takes another trip to Sunshine Bay in this heartwarming story about family, love after loss, and self-discovery-perfect for fans…

'A story-telling bonfire as enthralling in its pages as it is illuminating of our fragile and complicated humanity. Familiaris is as expansive and enlightening a…

Join the adorable Dotty Doughnut on a fun-filled adventure as she discovers that being true to yourself is the very best thing you can be!…

SOMETIMES TRUE LOVE DEFIES DEATH ITSELF. New York, 1926. Reapers - once-human vampires - stalk the shadows. The Saint family has reigned over the city…

Explore the ingenious and funny behaviours found in the animal kingdom. Animals can't talk like we do, and yet they have found a variety of…

Explore the ingenious and funny behaviours found in the animal kingdom. To survive in the animal kingdom, creatures big and small have developed clever and…

One man, his piano and their miraculous survival. 'Extraordinary' Baroness Julia Neuberger 'Powerful and gruelling ... an almost unimaginable story of horror and survival' Mail…

Explore weird, wonderful and mind-blowing tech and discover the tech breakthroughs that are shaping the future. Super Tech is a high-interest STEM series that groups…

Explore weird, wonderful and mind-blowing tech and discover the tech breakthroughs that are shaping the future. Super Tech is a high-interest STEM series that groups…

Does the topic of materials give you a sinking feeling? Find out how to float to the top of the class with this book -…

Charles Darwin tells the story of this key scientific figure, covering his origins as the son of a wealthy doctor, his famous voyage on HMS…

THE ULTIMATE ROMANTIC SUMMER READ: FORCED-PROXIMITY, RIVALS TO LOVERS AND GRUMPY/SUNSHINE! A delayed flight won't stop them from breaking up the wedding of the year…

Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…

Each book in the A Dinosaur Story series follows a group of dinosaur friends who get into some sticky situations but in doing so, helps…

This heart-warming second chance love story about hope and healing from USA Today bestselling author Annie Rains is perfect for fans of Raeanne Thayne and…

Marie Curie tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering her origins as the daughter of a Polish teacher through her work on…

Learn about different sorts of energy by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important! This book makes…

Is the science of light a bit shadowy to you? This book will help you to work like a scientist: testing ideas, making investigations and…

Learn about the human body by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important! This book makes science…

'Few people can write the way Jendella does' - Kelechi Okafor, author of Edge of Here 'All That We've Got is simply brilliant' - Dorothy…

"I loved it. Vivid, brutal, moving and tender. This is heartfelt and immersive." Joanne Harris "Curandera is the mesmerising by-product of Okojie's extraordinary imagination and…

This sweet story about a child's magical night with a blue heron is the perfect dreamy bedtime story for little ones. One summer morning, Boy…

IT'S TIME TO REDEFINE MIDDLE AGE MAKE THE MIDPOINT THE START OF THE REST OF YOUR LIFE! Inspired by the hit podcast, The Mid-Point Plan…

Be careful of the dark and those that call it friend. Katherine Woodrow is fey, and all she wants is to graduate from the Institute…

Cristina's son was about to embark on gender-affirming care that would likely cause infertility, when she realised the need to support both her child and…

This comprehensive guide brings together the diverse experiences of supervisors and supervisees following the music therapy career journey from the first training placement to an…

Surviving a helicopter crash in the Vietnamese Highlands is only the start of the challenges facing Jack Ryan, Jr., in the latest propulsive thriller of…

Embark on 20 epic expeditions alongside real-life explorer Levison Wood, from the Silk Road and medieval pilgrimages to the Holy Land to Nellie Bly's trip…

'As hilarious and outrageous as you might expect' Rosie Ramsey 'Funny. Poignant. Fascinating. Just the sort of hilarious, disrespectful, ribald book I love to get…

Sophie will be the definitive biography of the life of Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, written by Sunday Times bestselling royal and celebrity biographer Sean Smith.…

"A champagne fizz of a romance." --New York Times Indiana Jones meets Bridgerton in this delightful Regency romance romp. Bold, curvy Elizabeth Wynchester loves cuddling…

Emma is pretty sure that love at first sight doesn't exist. She's had enough disappointing dates to have stopped believing in the one. Kieran is…

A playful examination of how science's silliest research leads to crucial breakthroughs and enduring insights. Why would anyone research how elephants pee? Or study worms…

From the No. 1 New York Times and TikTok bestselling author Vi Keeland comes a twisty and addictive thriller. As a college English professor, Elizabeth…

This book brings together the deep subject knowledge, resources and classroom strategies needed to teach J. B. Priestley's famous play for GCSE, as well as…

South London, 1981: Daphne is the only Black girl in her class. All she wants is to keep her head down, preferably in a book.…

After a decade on the run, Tory Arknett knows the ugly business of staying free better than he knows himself. But his freedom hinges on…

A hilarious and whip-smart crime novel by the multimillion-copy bestselling author of the Horrible Histories. The perfect mystery for fans of Anthony Horowitz, Robert Thorogood…

'It's Murder She Wrote as you've never seen it before' Sir Lenny Henry 'The formidable Miss Hortense will be your new favourite literary sleuth! Fresh,…

'A major new talent announces himself' Attica Locke, New York Times bestselling author of Guide Me Home and Bluebird, Bluebird 'A debut of enormous ambition…

It's the middle of the night. It's pouring with rain. You've woken up in the middle of a field, alone, surrounded by dead bodies. And…

How do you stop an assassination when you're working with the number one suspect? When secret organizations are forced to merge after years of enmity…

Margate is in the grip of a heatwave when David Whitehouse stumbles across the mysterious story of a local woman who lived on the ground…

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for the rollercoaster ride of a lifetime - being a grandparent!…

If you've ever been curious about the rich culture and vibrant history of Ancient Greece, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of…

A moving, honest and revealing memoir of living with chronic illness, and an examination of the ways a relationship with the natural world can affect…

Don't miss the next utterly gripping and spine-tingling thriller from bestselling author Nina Manning, available to pre-order now! You won't want to leave... until you…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

'One of the best books I've read this year' Jodi Picoult The darkest beach read imaginable, with a protagonist that no reader could predict' Plum…

A REMARKABLE, UNIQUE DOUBLE-AWARD-WINNING JAPANESE THRILLER In the wake of a brutal war with a rival cartel, a certain drug lord flees Mexico and ends…

THE MULTI-AWARD-WINNING JAPANESE HISTORICAL THRILLER The winter of 1578, four years prior to the Honnnoji Incident. Araki Murashige has betrayed his ally Oda Nobunaga and…

One train. No stops. A deadly game of survival and revenge. In 1942, six people destroyed Anna Matheson's family. Twelve years later, she's ready for…

Don't miss the next utterly gripping and spine-tingling thriller from bestselling author Nina Manning, available to pre-order now! You won't want to leave... until you…

Cold brew has taken the coffee world by storm, with its sweeter, mellower taste and potential health benefits. Brewed by leaving coffee grounds to steep…

THERE'S NO SUCH THING AS AN ORDINARY LOVE STORY 'Almost unbearably beautiful. Ordinary Love is extraordinary' Emilia Hart, bestselling author of Weyward 'Profoundly moving' Emily…

Flora Stormer has a brush with death when she finds an ancient Egyptian amulet and meets Rana, the ghost of its former owner! Rana needs…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

NOW A NATIONAL BESTSELLER (USA TODAY)! America's most sought-after voice in the fight to save female sports shares her unbelievable story and inspires readers to…

A one-of-a-kind oracle deck that takes readers into an original, Arabian-inspired fantasy world and weaves together the abilities of a traditional oracle with a myriorama…

September, 1940. Three women of the Checquy, the secret organization tasked with protecting Britain from supernatural threats, stand in the sky above London and see…

An entertaining collection of comic strip stories uncovering the stories around some incredible inventions. Discover how the Wright Brothers got into flying planes, the science…

An entertaining collection of comic strip stories uncovering some amazing advances in medicine. Discover how Charles Drew saved millions by storing blood plasma, how a…

A must-have sticker book filled with 1,000+ stickers representing Taylor Swift's 11 eras and more! Explore Taylor Swift's eleven eras-with stickers! Illustrated by Brooke O'Neill,…

The greatest adventure is coming back home. Lila Metcalfe is a trainee journalist in Derby and she's very used to being given the stories that…

Make unbelievable illusion cakes that will fool your family and confuse your friends! Featuring 20 hyper-realistic, incredible cakes, go behind the scenes with The Bake…

Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. At sunrise, Professor Hoot sets off to plan a new…

Every day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. Have you ever gazed at the night sky and wondered…

Pitching sucks. The word alone conjures up dull PowerPoint decks, pushy tactics, and shouty emails. But it doesn't have to be that way. Danny Fontaine,…

The PR Bootcamp is the ultimate toolkit for businesses who want to raise their profile, get featured in the media and boost credibility around their…

Two sisters discover the fairy tales written by their great-grandmother during WWII in this riveting tale of one woman's secrets lost in the chaos of…

'Thrilling and propulsive, glorious and terrifying. Julia Phillips is a brilliant writer' Ann Patchett They were sisters and they would last past the end of…

Dive into this hilarious, fully illustrated guide packed with tongue-in-cheek tips to prepare you for an exciting new life chapter - retirement! Attention all retirees!…

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover plants through a combination of adventure and activity in this fun, story-based series for young scientists…

Join the kids of the Science Club and discover the human body through a combination of adventure and activity in this fun, story-based series for…

For any kid who's ever wanted to take a rocket apart to see how it works - this book invites you to slice, dice and…

For any kid who's ever wanted to take a roller coaster apart to see how it works - this book invites you to slice, dice…

'Fun, sexy, and overflowing with heart. I'm #Thasher & Chip Pons's biggest fan' - HANNAH GRACE, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF ICEBREAKER 'I…

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and…

"Tom Chesshyre is the consummate traveller, who makes you want to experience all his adventures and mishaps for yourself." - Christian Wolmar, author of British…

ADHD is the must-have, parenting bible, containing everything you need to know to raise a happy child with ADHD. Written by Jessie Hewitson, an award-winning…

Brain Quest Phonics is a new extension to the best-selling Brain Quest series. These fun, engaging, and curriculum-based workbooks are designed to meet the need…

The second in a brand-new trilogy from bestselling author Kay Brelland, inspired by true events, following A Daughter's Heartbreak. Abandoned twice, can he find a…

Take outdoor cooking to the next level with this fire pit cooking bible by a live-fire expert. There's nothing quite like cooking over an open…

A surprising and compelling journey into the business of paranormal investigation, and the state of scientific literacy in America. In 2010, in a small New…

Do you love trucks? Would you like to crash around in a monster truck or save lives with a fire engine? Then get behind the…

Do you love boats? Would you like to dive deep in a submarine or race a dragon boat? Then jump on board, hoist the sail…

Rei, Kiki and Ai are three sisters whose lives have taken them on very different paths. They have lost both parents, one way or another,…

Award-winning, New York Times bestselling author S. A. Cosby returns with King of Ashes, a Godfather-inspired Southern crime epic and dazzling family drama. When eldest…

NO KING CAN RULE THEM. THE TUDOR QUEENS AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE - DISCOVER YOUR NEW EPIC FANTASY OBSESSION. The king has been…

Be the first to fill your bingo card with animals and their farts of all different shapes, sizes and colors. With hilarious illustrations, fascinating farty…

Do you love planes? Would you like to take off into space or pilot the fastest sea plane in the world? Then hit the skies…

'A transformative guide to understanding and caring for the often-overlooked pelvic floor. A must-read for reclaiming comfort, dignity, and vitality' DR MARY-CLAIRE HAVER 'should be…

The Pacific Northwest is known for five things: lumber, aircraft, tech, coffee, and crime. Weyerhaeuser, Boeing, Microsoft and Amazon, Starbucks, and serial killers. Pulitzer Prize-winning…

The genius galette-unfussy, easy to make, and fully customizable-is presented in 50 mouthwatering recipes in a book that every baker needs in their library. The…

THE BRAND NEW DARK ROMANCE FROM THE AUTHOR OF TIKTOK SENSATION LIGHTS OUT. . . I wanted this woman, and I was a man who…

A stunning hardcover collector's edition of Ali Hazelwood's debut novel, beloved bestseller and TikTok sensation featuring: - A shimmering, revamped cover - Endpapers with all…

Promised for marriage, now destined to die. Since Sophronia's murder, princesses Daphne and Beatriz have discovered the truth: they are pawns in their mother's bid…

Meet the cat who went to see the Queen, the bird who loves shiny things and the horse that turned into a pig. This collection…

The next buzzy Korean healing fiction read - for fans of THE RAINFALL MARKET, MARIGOLD MIND LAUNDRY and DALLERGUT DREAM DEPARTMENT STORE 'Don't we all…

Felix is a cunning thief. Loren is a temple attendant. Thrown together, the boys have to piece together their fates to make it out of…

This great-value bumper story collection contains three fantastic Beast Quest books: Hellion the Fiery Foe, Shamani the Raging Flame and Flaymar the Scorched Blaze! Join…

Stanley the sausage dog puppy is off to the seaside for the first time! But Stanley feels left out by the cool dogs at the…

Follow the bank of the Koitogawa river until you reach the beach. From there a path of white seashells will lead you to the Chibineko…

Join Peggy the dog and her faithful sidekick, Stew the shrew, as they go on TWO brilliant adventures in Tangletree! This colourfully illustrated comic series…

"As one grows older, one climbs with surprising strides." George Sand So what if you're turning 70? After all, with age comes wisdom and a…

The Tour de France has been thrilling people and challenging cyclists for well over a century and is seen by many to be the pinnacle…

It can feel like there's not much joy in the world at the moment, but this charming little book is the perfect antidote. Packed with…

'One of the best cookbooks of the summer season' Forbes This ingenious collection of 75 cocktails made directly inside the bottle to store in the…

Dreams can be one our most valuable sources of self-knowledge - if we understand how to interpret their meaning and symbolism. Even if we awake…

A disgraced princess, an American scholarship student, and a secret royal romance that could burn them both. A sapphic YA royal romance, filled with Sophie…

'With the nuance of a reporter and the pace of a thriller writer, Andy Greenberg gives us a glimpse of the cyberwars of the future…

The latest book in Alexander McCall Smith's entertaining and hilarious Professor von Igelfeld series Professor Moritz-Maria von Igelfeld is not just any German professor -…