2 Classics – Oxford Centar

Classic Fairy Tales from the Brothers Grimm

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:10:59 +0000

This volume is a beautifully produced deluxe hardback edition that compiles the timeless folklore collected by the Grimm brothers. Rather than modern, watered-down adaptations, it brings together their iconic stories—such as Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, and Hansel and Gretel—preserving the traditional, slightly darker, and atmospheric essence of the original European oral traditions. Enhanced with illustrations, it serves as both an engaging storybook for young readers discovering these moral frameworks and a handsome collector’s piece for the family bookshelf.

The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:07:04 +0000

This classic Victorian novel centers on a mysterious young widow named Helen Graham, who arrives at the desolate estate of Wildfell Hall with her young son. Determined to live an independent life as an artist, her reclusive behavior and secrecy quickly spark intense gossip among the locals. Local farmer Gilbert Markham becomes infatuated with her and eventually uncovers her dark past through her private journals.

20,000 Leagues Under The Sea

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:06:53 +0000

This classic tale follows marine biologist Pierre Aronnax, his servant Conseil, and the Canadian harpooner Ned Land after they are sent to investigate a mysterious sea monster terrorizing international waters. Instead of a beast, they discover the Nautilus, a technologically advanced submarine commanded by the brilliant but deeply vengeful Captain Nemo. Kept as “guests” who can never leave, the trio embarks on a breathtaking global voyage through the depths of the ocean, encountering wondrous marine life, lost civilizations, and perilous battles. Along the way, they must navigate the dual awe of Nemo’s scientific genius and the looming danger of his dark, destructive crusade against humanity.

Jane Eyre

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:00:49 +0000

This novel follows the emotional and spiritual journey of Jane Eyre, a fierce and resilient orphan who rises above a miserable childhood. She secures a position as a governess at the mysterious Thornfield Hall, where she takes care of a young French girl. There, Jane falls in love with her brooding, complex employer, Edward Rochester.
However, her quest for love and belonging is threatened by a dark, hidden secret locked away in the mansion’s upper floors. Ultimately, the story is a profound exploration of a woman’s struggle for independence, morality, and self-respect in a rigid Victorian society.

Study in Scarlet and Other Stories

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:47:33 +0000

This volume is a curated compilation highlighting the earliest adventures of literature’s most legendary detective, Sherlock Holmes, alongside his loyal companion, Dr. John Watson.

The Charles Dickens Miscellany

Jelena Kaćibo — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:18:54 +0000

This book offers a vibrant and concise exploration into the exceptionally busy life and timeless works of Charles Dickens. Rather than acting as a standard biography, this collection weaves together carefully curated excerpts from his iconic novels alongside snippets from his lesser-known sketches and investigative journalism. Through Dickens’ own words, the text dives into his perspectives on major Victorian societal issues like wealth inequality, domestic life, crime, and education. It acts as both a tribute and a guide, highlighting the sharp humor, moral conviction, and incredible creative energy that cemented Dickens’ status as one of history’s most celebrated authors.

The government inspector

Jelena Kaćibo — Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:37:12 +0000

A classic satirical comedy and masterpiece of Russian drama. The story centers on the corrupt, self-serving officials of a small provincial town in Tsarist Russia. Panic ensues when they mistake a penniless, traveling Moscow clerk for an incognito high-ranking government inspector who has arrived to investigate them. This specific Student Edition includes the complete play alongside expert annotations, historical commentary, a biography of Gogol, and deep thematic analysis.

The Thirty-Nine Steps & The Power-House

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:56:05 +0000

This volume compiles two of John Buchan’s classic espionage tales. Written at the start of the First World War while the author was seriously ill, The Thirty-Nine Steps introduces the famous hero Richard Hannay. Hannay is caught up in a high-stakes, dramatic race to foil a plot aimed at devastating the British war effort. It is accompanied by The Power-House, another of Buchan’s early political thrillers.

The Country Wife

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:52:39 +0000

Originally performed and published in 1675, this famous five-act play parodies the vices, lusts, and hypocrisies of Restoration London. The plot centers on Margery, a naive country wife whose intensely jealous husband tries to keep her isolated from London’s corrupting influences. However, during a rare trip out, she meets Mr. Horner—a notorious rake who has spread a false rumor that he is impotent so married men will let their guard down and grant him easy access to their wives. Filled with bawdy humor, double entendres, and sharp satire, this comic farce explores human folly and deception.

The Happy Prince and Other Stories

Jelena Kaćibo — Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:48:13 +0000

“The living always think that gold can make them happy.” The Happy Prince and Other Stories brings together beloved children’s stories by Oscar Wilde, including The Happy Prince, The Nightingale and the Rose, The Selfish Giant, The Devoted Friend, The Remarkable Rocket, The Young King and also, for the first time, The Canterville Ghost. Elegant, provocative, questioning and affirming, Wilde’s beautifully-written collection of short stories is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.