The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes
Björnstjerne Björnsen, Theodor Storm, Charles Dickens, Theodor Fontane, Gottfried Keller, Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, Henry James, Victor Hugo, Jane Austen, Alphonse Daudet, Guy de Maupassant, George Eliot, Walter Scott, Laurence Sterne, Henry Fielding, George Sand, Washington Irving, Juan Valera, Alfred de Musset, Nathaniel Hawthorne, William Makepeace Thackeray, Edward Everett Hale, Francis Bret Harte, Ivan Turgenev, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Johann Wolfgang Goethe, Honoré Balzac, Alexander L. Kielland
Tradutor Thomas Carlyle, Ellen Marriage, William Archer, Constance Garnett, Elizabeth Robins Pennell, Margaret Munsterberg, R. Dillon Boylan, Jane Minot Ricciardi, Ellery Sedgwick, Katharine Royce, Adolphus Norraikow, Henry John
Editora: DigiCat
Sinopse
The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes offers an unparalleled assembly of narratives that traverse the diverse terrains of human experience, curated to illuminate the myriad ways stories reflect, distort, and construct our world. This anthology showcases a spectacular range of literary styles— from the psychological realism of Henry James and the sardonic wit of Mark Twain to the romantic entanglements of Jane Austen and the gothic mysteries of Edgar Allan Poe. It presents an opportunity to immerse oneself in the pinnacle of 19th and early 20th-century literature, highlighting the cultural and philosophical questions that continue to resonate today. The diversity within this collection serves not only as a testament to the editors' expansive vision but also as a comprehensive introduction to the foundational texts of modern Western literature. The contributing authors and editors, each a luminary in their own right, bring together a tapestry of cultural and historical backgrounds, exemplifying a range of literary movements from Romanticism to Naturalism, and from the Golden Age of Russian Literature to the American Renaissance. Their collective works, bound by themes of social change, moral conflict, and the human condition, offer a panoramic view of the shifting cultural landscapes of their time. The anthology aligns with and contributes to a broader understanding of significant literary and social movements, enriching the reader's grasp of literary evolution. For anyone seeking to delve into the heart of classic literature, The Harvard Classics Shelf of Fiction - Complete 20 Volumes presents a unique portal. It is a treasure trove for readers, scholars, and anyone with a keen interest in the development of narrative form and the exploration of enduring themes across different cultures and epochs. This collection invites readers into a dialogue with the past, facilitating a deeper appreciation for the stories that have shaped our literary and cultural heritage. Its educational value cannot be overstated, offering insights into the human psyche and society through the lens of timeless narratives. Engaging with this collection is not just an act of reading—it is an invitation to a conversation across centuries.
Disponível desde: 28/12/2023.
Comprimento de impressão: 9416 páginas.
