Casa editrice: Classica Libris
Short story collection. Mr. Hector Ratichon—onetime aide to Robespierre and confidant of Napoleon Bonaparte—is a rascal and rogue of the highest order. Nevertheless, his service to France and his resulting adventures make entertaining reading.
"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is one of the best-known stories written by American author Washington Irving. Set in the Dutch settlement of Tarry Town, New York, in a secluded glen called Sleepy Hollow, it tells the story of Ichabod Crane, a lanky and superstitious schoolmaster. Crane is enamored with the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel but must contend with a rival suitor, Brom Bones. After attending a party at Katrina's home, Crane encounters the ghostly figure of the Headless Horseman, rumored to be the ghost of a Hessian soldier who lost his head in battle and now roams the area. The tale is rich with folklore, humor, and a sense of the supernatural, capturing the eerie atmosphere of a colonial American village.Mostra libro
This collection of classic horror stories is sure to give you goosebumps, raise the hair on the back of your neck, and put some fright in your night. These dark tales from renowned authors such as Robert Bloch, Ray Bradbury, and Ramsey Campbell are sure to please everyone— from campfire storytellers to die-hard horror fans. Stories featured here are:• “ Coin of the Realm” by Charles L. Grant (read by Louise Sorel)• “ Something Had to be Done” by David Drake (read by John Aprea)• “ The Graveyard Rats” by Henry Kuttner (read by Michael Gross)• “ The Small Assassin” by Ray Bradbury (read by Roscoe Lee Browne)• “ Calling Card” by Ramsey Campbell (read by Juliet Mills)• “ The Words of Guru” by C.M. Kornbluth (read by Susan Anspach)• “ Passengers” by Robert Silverberg (read by William Atherton)• “ Yours Truly, Jack the Ripper" by Robert Bloch (read by Robert Forster)Mostra libro
This captivating volume presents a collection of Dostoyevsky's tales, inviting readers to explore the universal truths and profound insights embedded within his narratives. From the intriguing moral complexities of "An Honest Thief" to the enchanting symbolism of "The Heavenly Christmas Tree," and the poignant depiction of rural life in "The Peasant Marey," these stories showcase the breadth of Dostoyevsky's literary mastery. With his keen understanding of the human psyche, Dostoyevsky delves into the complexities of human nature, illuminating the inner struggles, desires, and moral dilemmas that define our existence. Through his tales, readers are transported to a world where the human condition is laid bare, inviting introspection and reflection on the timeless themes of morality, redemption, and the depths of the human soul. Read in English, unabridged.Mostra libro
The fifth story of Oz and the fourth detailing the magical travels of Dorothy, Baum takes the young Kansas girl and her dog Toto on a circuitous journey to Oz for Princess Ozma's birthday. She begins the adventure in an attempt to help a stranger, the Shaggy Man, find the road he seeks, and they are joined on their way by a perpetually lost boy named Button Bright and a fairy called Polychrome, daughter of a Rainbow. Through a series of encounters with foxes, donkeys, and other characters, both new and familiar, the group braves the Deadly Desert to reach the Emerald City for the royal birthday celebration. Baum continues his tradition of charming Oz stories in a tale that ultimately takes its characters where they wish to go, but not always simply by the 'right' road.Mostra libro
Alcott in 1862 served as a nurse in Georgetown, D.C during the Civil War. She wrote home what she observed there. Those harrowing and sometimes humorous letters compiled make up Hospital Sketches.Mostra libro
Left impoverished upon the death of her aunt, Emma Watson has no option but to be reunited with her estranged father and siblings. Initially delighted with her new life—including the fashionable society balls to which she now has access—Emma soon realizes that her family harbors many ill feelings, not least those springing from the sisters' hopes—and disappointments—in snaring a husband. So when the eligible and suitably rich Tom Musgrove begins to transfer his affections from her sister Margaret to Emma, the result can only be further sibling rivalry and unrest. A delightful, exquisitely drawn portrait of family life, The Watsons is Jane Austen at her storytelling best. Author of the masterpieces Pride and Prejudice and Emma, Jane Austen (1775–1817) is one of the most beloved novelists of all time.Mostra libro
