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

Clarissa, or, the History of a Young Lady tells the tragic story of a heroine whose quest for virtue is continually thwarted by her family, and is one of the longest novels in the English language. Clarissa Harlowe is a beautiful and virtuous young lady whose family has become wealthy only recently and now desires to become part of the aristocracy. Their original plan was to concentrate the wealth and lands of the Harlowes into the possession of Clarissa's...

Shakespeare's story of the prince who vows vengeance for his father's murder. "Presented in a very handsome widescreen transfer, with a solid Dolby Digital surround soundtrack...fine extras...Definitely recommended."--Video Librarian (refers to DVD)

"A prize of 100,000 florins awaits the gardener who can produce a black tulip, a rich reward that incites a deadly competition. Set in 17th-century Holland, this historical novel by the author of The Three Musketeers forms a timeless political allegory in which the rare flower represents the triumph of justice, tolerance, and true love over greed, jealousy, and obsession"--

An intimate portrait of two men facing a world marked by petty tyranny, misunderstanding, jealousy, and callousness. But though the scope is narrow, the theme is universal: a friendship and shared dream that make an individual's existence meaningful.

Good grief, love is in the air! A new Peanuts collection blossoms with stories of love, laughs, and friendship. It's the end of the school year and Charlie Brown may finally get his chance to meet the Little Red Haired Girl in the TV special You're in Love, Charlie Brown. Then join your Peanuts pals in an episode of The Charlie Brown & Snoopy Show featuring five short adventures: Kite Eating Tree; Sally; Camp; Lucy Loves Schroeder; and Scared Snoopy....

Adaptation of the James Baldwin semi-autobiographical novel. A young black boy in the 1930s tries to win the respect of his stepfather. "A superlative production with an impressive list of talent, this production is a real treasure."--School Library Journal "A remarkable film. Powerful enough to lift us off the ground."--Wall Street Journal "*** Recommended."--Video Librarian

Linus is pushed to his limits when he learns grandma is coming to visit and plans on ridding him of his childish security blanket. As grandma's arrival looms closer, the Peanuts gang tries to help Linus learn to cope without his fuzzy crutch. Lucy is particularly eager to cure Linus' dependency using her own psychiatric techniques, and while Charlie Brown tries to help he just doesn't have the heart to see Linus suffer. "The overall result is the...

Featuring 200 classic cartoons.

Whistlin' Dan Berry is one of the most interesting characters in Western fiction. With uncanny abilities he controls a wild stallion, appropriately named Satan, and a ferocious wolf dog, Black Bart. Easy going, Berry proves absolutely unforgiving when physically assaulted by a feared, vicious outlaw, Jim Silent. Seemingly without any emotions, Whistlin' Dan is relentless in his vengeful search for Silent and his outlaw gang. This is the first book...