The Greatest Historical Romances of All Time - 70 Books Collection
Jane Austen, Alexandre Dumas, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, Anthony Trollope, Guy de Maupassant, William Makepeace Thackeray, Anne Brontë, Madame de La Fayette, Maria Edgeworth, Louis Hémon, Fanny Burney, Georg Ebers, Henry Fielding, Samuel Richardson, Edith Wharton, F Scott itzgerald, Mary Wollstonecraft, Georgette Heyer, Sabine Baring-Gould, Grace Livingston Hill, Gilbert Parker, Fanny Fern, Mary Hays, A. E. W. Mason, Thomas Hardy, Eliza Haywood, Bernardin de Saint-Pierre, Philip Meadows Taylor, Lady Sydney Morgan, Robert Williams Buchanan, Leo Tolstoy, Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, D. K. Broster, María Ruiz de Burton, Mrs. Olifant, Catharine Trotter Cockburn, Lady Charlotte Bury, Mary Angela Dickens, W. Somerset Maugham
Maison d'édition: Good Press
Synopsis
The Greatest Historical Romances of All Time invites readers into a world where passion and history intertwine, providing a diverse tapestry of love through the ages. This anthology explores the myriad ways romance has been expressed across different periods and cultures, highlighting the rich textures of historical contexts that both challenge and shape the lovers' journeys. The collection's spectrum spans from the heart-wrenching intensity of a turbulent love affair to the subtle courtships played out in the grandeur of the European elite. Each piece is uniquely crafted, offering a glimpse into the specific societal norms and personal tribulations that shape its protagonists. The contributors gathered in this volume are among the most revered storytellers in literary history, hailing from diverse cultural backgrounds and eras, from the eighteenth century to the early twentieth. Including luminaries such as Charlotte Brontë, Alexander Dumas, and Leo Tolstoy, the anthology celebrates the confluence of romantic tales that reflect both universal and personal truths. Their collective voices capture varied historical and literary movements, from Romanticism to Modernism, weaving a unique perspective on the nature of love and the human condition. Each narrative serves as a cultural and temporal bridge, allowing readers to traverse the deeply personal landscapes shaped by their distinctive, historical settings. This collection is a scholarly treasure for any reader eager to explore the multifaceted world of historical romance. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with stories that are both timeless and enlightening, embracing distinct voices and styles within a singular volume. It is a celebration of human emotion and cultural evolution, where the past's echoes resonate through the artistry of these revered authors. Scholars, students, and casual readers alike will find themselves enriched by the breadth of insights and the dialogue these narratives foster across times and traditions.
Disponible depuis: 22/12/2023.
Longueur d'impression: 22909 pages.
