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Harvard Classics: The Shelf of Fiction - Complete Edition: Vol1-20 - Enriched edition The Great Classics of World Literature: Notre Dame de Paris Pride and Prejudice David Copperfield… - cover

Harvard Classics: The Shelf of Fiction - Complete Edition: Vol1-20 - Enriched edition The Great Classics of World Literature: Notre Dame de Paris Pride and Prejudice David Copperfield…

Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson, 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, Rudyard Kipling, William Makepeace Thackeray, Edward Everett Hale, Francis Bret Harte, Ivan Turgenev, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky, Johann Wolfgang Goethe, Honoré Balzac, Alexander L. Kielland

Translator 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

Publisher: DigiCat

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Harvard Classics: The Shelf of Fiction - Complete Edition: Vol.1-20 presents a rich tapestry of narratives that encompass the vast landscape of 19th-century literature. This meticulously curated anthology offers a panoramic view of storytelling, ranging from the psychological intricacies of Edgar Allan Poe's mysteries to the vivid social commentaries of Charles Dickens. The anthology's diverse styles include the Gothic depth of Mary Shelley's influence and the philosophical realism found in the novels of Fyodor Dostoevsky. Each volume serves as a gateway into the literary minds that shaped an era, with narratives that challenge and delight across cultural and social boundaries. The collected voices of influential authors like Jane Austen, Victor Hugo, and Leo Tolstoy reflect a mosaic of literary perspectives. This anthology captures the spirit of a period marked by massive transformations in society, reflecting historical events and prevailing movements such as Romanticism and Realism. Editors have successfully gathered a repertoire of stories that chronicle the human condition from varied sociopolitical and existential viewpoints, offering readers an enriched understanding of the inherent diversity in the literary canon. For scholars and enthusiasts of literature alike, this collection is an invaluable resource, promising an enlightening journey through the corridors of classical fiction. It provides a unique opportunity to engage with multiple perspectives and a multitude of voices within a single volume, facilitating a dialogue between divergent literary styles. The collection is ideal for those seeking to deepen their literary comprehension, offering an expansive spectrum of insights that both educate and provoke thoughtful reflection. Embrace the opportunity to explore this multitude of narratives and themes, each contributing to the timeless discourse of literature.

In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- An Introduction draws the threads together, discussing why these diverse authors and texts belong in one collection.
- Historical Context explores the cultural and intellectual currents that shaped these works, offering insight into the shared (or contrasting) eras that influenced each writer.
- A combined Synopsis (Selection) briefly outlines the key plots or arguments of the included pieces, helping readers grasp the anthology's overall scope without giving away essential twists.
- A collective Analysis highlights common themes, stylistic variations, and significant crossovers in tone and technique, tying together writers from different backgrounds.
- Reflection questions encourage readers to compare the different voices and perspectives within the collection, fostering a richer understanding of the overarching conversation.
Available since: 11/11/2023.
Print length: 9416 pages.

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