Penguin Modern Box Set: A Set of 50 Modern Classics from Penguin | Literary Fiction, World Literature & Contemporary Classics | Perfect for Gifting
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50 groundbreaking works. One collectible Penguin library. Celebrate the radical and imaginative spirit of Penguin Modern Classics with this beautifully designed box set of 50 compact books by some of the twentieth century’s most influential voices. Spanning literary fiction, world literature, essays, speeches, poetry, reportage and experimental writing, the collection moves from Martin Luther King Jr.’s landmark defence of justice and George Orwell’s examination of nationalism to Audre Lorde’s writing on identity and power, James Baldwin’s reflections on race, and Susan Sontag’s transformative cultural criticism. Discover Daphne du Maurier’s chilling suspense, Shirley Jackson’s quiet menace, Franz Kafka’s philosophical absurdity, Italo Calvino’s cosmic imagination and Jorge Luis Borges’s labyrinthine mysteries. Alongside them are the poetry of Allen Ginsberg, Federico García Lorca, Fernando Pessoa and Primo Levi, and bold works by Albert Camus, Chinua Achebe, Betty Friedan, Andy Warhol and Wendell Berry. Each slim volume offers a concentrated encounter with an extraordinary writer, perfect for reading in a single sitting, revisiting over time or discovering a new literary voice. Together, these 50 books form a striking collectible edition for fans of Penguin Modern Classics and a memorable gift for readers of literary fiction, short stories, essays, poetry and world literature.
| Asin | 0241421349 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,042 in Classic Fiction (Books) |
| Dimensions | 16.6 x 11.7 x 29.3 cm |
| Generic Name | Book |
| Importer | Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd |
| Isbn 10 | 0575097620 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0241421345 |
| Item Weight | 2 kg 530 g |
| Language | English |
| Net Quantity | 3.5 Kilograms |
| Packer | Penguin Random House India Pvt Ltd |
| Print Length | 3200 pages |
| Publication Date | 23 May 2026 |
| Publisher | Penguin Classics |
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If not for this...
The author list is quite impressive and the stories/ essays / poems are all great. You'll not find everything here to your liking but what you do like will make it worth it. For me Truman Capote's The Duke in his Domain, and Italo Calvino's Distance of the Moon were superb pieces of writing that i would've missed if not for this collection.
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A must have for all book lovers
A fantastic collection of modern penguin classics. Good value for money. Recommend this lovely box set to all book lovers
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Penguin Modern Books Set
Great set of books!!! Very short and eloquent 👌🏻
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Cover titles and stories have mixed-up
The cover title and the story do not match. Moreover, there is complete mixed-up of two stories. Waste of money please don't buy just because the name of the publisher. As a book lover it is really pathetic.
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Great collection.
I loved all the tiny 50 books in the box. Stories in each book is very short and will hardly take an hour or two to finish. The books in the box is very diverse and that helps you in knowing 50 different authors. It is a collectible item.
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Must have for a Modern Classics fan. If not, buy it for George Orwell's "Books vs. Cigarettes".
This contains the list of all books published under the Penguin Modern Classics Imprint. As a fan of Modern Classics, this is indispensable for me. The book is quite small, as you expect a catalogue to to be.George Orwell's essay, Books vs. Cigarettes is present at the middle of the book as an additional bonus. It is simple yet funny and one you won't forget so easy.
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This product is a steal deal! But the condition I recieved this in was slightly damaged.
The dilivery experience ws not so good. The box is damaged which is essential to keep the book set intact. Also the product ws not delivered till the door.
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The Kindle version only has the list
I bought the Kindle version and found that it only has the name of the books not the stories inside. Please be careful before purchasing. Only the hardcopy has the complete collection. Amazon customer care was very helpful in resolving this issue.
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Unique collection
The box is a bit thin and seems weak, the pinguins are not in a best line, but that's all what I can say as improvement points. Check the dimensions to be not surprised about the box size, but the content is the main focus, not size. Nice and unique collection!
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La versión en kindle solo es una lista
La versión de Kindle solo es una lista de títulos, no vienen ningún libro ni texto. No habría problema pero en ningún lado se especifica este detalle.
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A Thoughtful Gift and a Beautiful Collection – 5 Stars!
I purchased this Penguin set of 50 books as a gift for a friend, and it was an absolute hit. The selection is fantastic – a well-curated mix of classic literature, essays, and timeless ideas that any reader would treasure. Each book is short enough to enjoy in one or two sittings, making it easy to dip into something meaningful without committing to a long read.The design is what really sets it apart. The books are compact, beautifully bound, and look incredibly elegant together on a shelf or desk. It’s both a literary treasure trove and a decorative piece. The whole set is also lightweight and packs neatly, which makes it easy to carry or display however you like.Highly recommend this as a gift for book lovers or anyone looking to build a mini library of brilliant, accessible reads. Five stars without question. a Beautiful Collection – 5 Stars!
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Get them!
These stories will keep you in thrall for a long while. Marvellous starting points for previously undiscovered authors. Slip these tiny gems into your pocket and uplift your day wherever you may be with these words.
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Perfect. Thanks !
Perfect. Thanks !
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