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Harvard Classics (All 20 Volumes in One Edition) - cover

Harvard Classics (All 20 Volumes in One Edition)

Edgar Allan Poe, George Eliot, Juan Valera, Charles Dickens, Mark Twain, Jane Austen, Washington Irving, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, Guy de Maupassant, William Makepeace Thackeray, Laurence Sterne, Edward Everett Hale, Alphonse Daudet, Alfred de Musset, George Sand, Henry Fielding, Walter Scott, Theodor Storm, Ivan Turgenev, Theodor Fontane, Björnstjerne Björnson, Gottfried Keller, Francis Bret Harte, Honore Balzac, Victor Hugo, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Alexander L. Kielland, Leo Tolstoy, Johann Wolfgang Goethe

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The 'Harvard Classics: All 20 Volumes in One Edition' assembles a magnificent tapestry of literary works that span genre, form, and era. This anthology encompasses a broad spectrum of themes from the intense social examinations of Charles Dickens to the dark, psychological explorations of Edgar Allan Poe, addressing complex human emotions and societal dynamics. It features romanticism, realism, and the burgeoning innovation of modern storytelling, providing readers with selected pieces that symbolize pivotal moments in literary evolution. In this comprehensive collection, readers will encounter experimental narratives, poignant critiques, and profound explorations of the human condition, making it a work of scholarly grandeur and cultural significance. The diversity of authors, ranging from Victor Hugo to Fyodor Dostoevsky, forms a cross-section of literary history, each contributing distinct voices and perspectives. These authors, hailing from various countries and literary traditions, utilize their unique cultural lenses to bring life to the collection's overarching themes. The anthology aligns with influential movements such as romanticism, realism, and naturalism, using storytelling as a mirror to the societal and historical contexts from which the works emerged. This convergence of literary giants harmonizes the anthology, offering readers a rich tapestry of insights and narratives. Through its extensive collection, the anthology invites readers on an enriching journey across narratives that have shaped the literary world. It presents an unparalleled opportunity to explore a wide range of human experiences, artistic styles, and thematic depths, encouraging intellectual growth and fostering a dialogue that transcends national and temporal boundaries. Ideal for students, scholars, and literary enthusiasts, 'Harvard Classics' serves as both an educational resource and a profound exploration into the diverse realms of literary masterpieces. Immerse yourself in this curated collection that promises to enlighten, captivate, and inspire through its multifaceted exploration of timeless literature.
Disponibile da: 11/10/2022.
Lunghezza di stampa: 6416 pagine.

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