Verlag: Bu Classics Books
A plain but passionate governess finds employment at a brooding estate, only to fall for its enigmatic master, unaware that a dark secret locked within the attic threatens to destroy her hard-won happiness.
It is 1757, the third year of the French and Indian War. Deep in the forests of New York State, the brave woodsman Hawkeye and his loyal Mohican friends become involved in the bloody French and Indian War. Hawkeye, a colonial scout, Chingachgook, the Mohican chief, and Uncas, his son, risk their lives to guide two English sisters through hostile territory and evade the evil Huron chief, Magua, who is determined to destroy them. The thrilling events that lead to the final tragic confrontation between rival war parties create an unforgettable, spine-tingling picture of life on the frontier.Zum Buch
Amidst the relentless mud and blood of the Italian front, one American ambulance driver will discover that love is the only sanctuary left in a world on fire. Frederic Henry is an expatriate navigating the grim realities of World War I. While driving ambulances for the Italian army, he meets Catherine Barkley, a brilliant, grieving English nurse. What begins as a cynical game to distract themselves from the creeping horrors of the battlefield soon erupts into an all-consuming passion. But as enemy forces rally and the thunder of artillery grows ever closer, Frederic and Catherine are thrust into a desperate fight for survival. Torn between duty, loyalty, and their profound bond, they must face the brutal, arbitrary nature of warfare. From the chaotic trenches of the Isonzo to the feverish hospitals of Milan, this poignant narrative captures the sheer vulnerability of the human heart set against the mechanized devastation of modern combat. Why you will love this: If you crave immersive historical storytelling, you will be mesmerized by this War Fiction epic. Fans of classic literary fiction, wwi romance tropes, and gritty, boots-on-the-ground military sagas will find themselves totally engrossed. Hemingway's stark, unyielding prose brings to life the tragedy of the lost generation, blending deeply emotional character arcs with intense combat suspense, making it an essential listen for any audiobook aficionado. About the Author: Ernest Hemingway was a Nobel Prize-winning American novelist whose economical and understated writing style heavily influenced twentieth century fiction. A veteran himself, his own experiences driving ambulances on the Italian front in World War I profoundly shaped his legendary literary career.Zum Buch
Journey to the Center of the Earth" is one of Jules Verne's best-known works and one of the most classic tales of adventure ever written. It is the story of the German geology professor Otto Lidenbrock who discovers a manuscript from a 16th century explorer who claims to have discovered a passageway that leads to the center of the earth. The professor hastily sets off with his nephew Axel and an Icelandic guide by the name of Hans to find the center of the earth. Great obstacles and wondrous sights await them on their journey.Zum Buch
As the generating force of its plot, Twelfth Night uses a device which has since become a staple in comedy: gender confusion. Viola and her twin brother Sebastian, are shipwrecked on the coast of Illyria, a country ruled by the melancholy Duke Orsino. The twins are separated and Viola is led to believe that her brother has perished. She disguises herself as a male under the name of Cesario and makes her way to the ducal court, where Orsino employs her as a messenger, to communicate his love to the reclusive lady, Olivia—who is not willing to return his affection. Olivia is also the target of two other romantic schemes. Her pompous steward, Malvolio, has persuaded himself that Olivia has fallen for him but is too diffident to reveal her passion. Her dissipated uncle, Sir Toby Belch, has plans to set up a match for her with Sir Andrew Aguecheek, a feeble-minded squire. Viola/Cesario falls in love with Orsino and Olivia with Cesario, but all of the parties are obliged to hide their feelings. Having survived the shipwreck, Sebastian now appears on the scene and contracts a secret marriage with Olivia, who believes him to be Cesario. In the final act, Viola reveals her true identity … Featuring Emma Faye as Viola, Kendra Murray as Olivia, Cate Barratt as Sir Toby Belch, Alan Weyman as Sir Andrew Aguecheek, Lillian Rachel as Malvolio, Marty Krz as Feste and Laura Richcreek as Orsino. Also featuring the voices of Claudia Anglade, Linda Barrans, PJ Morgan, Denis Daly and John Burlinson. Songs arranged by Alan Weyman and Marty Krz Audio edited by Denis Daly Text kindly provided by playshakespeare.comZum Buch
"Northanger Abbey" is a satirical novel that tells the story of Catherine Morland, a young, naïve girl who is taken to Bath by family friends for a season of socializing and romance. Catherine is a great reader of gothic novels, which often lead her to imagine plots and intrigues where there are none. At Bath, Catherine meets the charming Henry Tilney and his sister Eleanor, who introduce her to their family estate, Northanger Abbey. Catherine becomes infatuated with Henry and begins to imagine that his family is hiding secrets and mysteries, much like the gothic novels she loves to read. She begins to explore the Abbey with this in mind, but her fantasies soon come crashing down when she discovers that there is no hidden intrigue at Northanger Abbey. Read in English, unabridged.Zum Buch
Mystery surrounds Maud Ruthyn in this quintessential Gothic Novel. Her melancholy father forbids her to ask or inquire anything concerning his misfortunate brother - Silas. From what she can gather, Silas was once a handsome, ambitious young man, but in his later years, he shrank into obscurity. Why? And why is Maud's governess, Madame de la Rougerre, so curious about her father's will? Why is she so cruel? And how will Maude ever find answers from the enigmatic characters that surround her in the spectral castle of Bartram-Hough?Zum Buch
