Outros livros que poderiam interessá-lo

• 

  The Brigadier and the Golf Widow

  John Cheever

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Here is one of twelve magnificent stories, originally part of The John Cheever Audio Collection, in which John Cheever celebrates -- with unequaled grace and tenderness -- the deepest feelings we have. 
  As Cheever writes in his preface, ""These stories seem at times to be stories of a long-lost world when the city of New York was still filled with a river light, when you heard the Benny Goodman quartets from a radio in the corner stationery store, and when almost everybody wore a hat.""

  Ver livro

• 

  Abaft the Funnel

  Rudyard Kipling

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  "Abaft the Funnel is a collection of early short stories by the master storyteller Rudyard Kipling. These tales offer a glimpse into the intriguing and often humorous world of maritime adventures, ship life, and the characters who inhabit it. Kipling's vivid storytelling and keen observations make these stories a delightful read for anyone interested in nautical themes and human nature.    The collection includes a variety of tales, such as:    "Erastasius of the Whanghoa": A captivating story set in the Far East.  "Her Little Responsibility": An exploration of duty and honor aboard a ship.  "A Menagerie Aboard": A humorous account of exotic animals on a voyage.  "The Red Lamp": A mysterious tale involving a ship's lantern.  "The Shadow of His Hand": A gripping story of intrigue and betrayal.  These stories take readers on a journey across the seas, revealing the complexities of human relationships and the challenges faced by those who sail the world's oceans. Whether you're a maritime enthusiast or simply enjoy well-crafted storytelling, Abaft the Funnel offers a delightful escape into the maritime world of Kipling's imagination"

  Ver livro

• 

  Northanger Abbey

  Jane Austen

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Northanger Abbey was the first of Jane Austen's novels to be completed for publication, in 1803. However, it was not published until after her death in 1817, along with another novel of hers, Persuasion. Northanger Abbey is a satire of Gothic novels, which were quite popular at the time, in 1798-99. This coming-of-age story revolves around Catherine Morland, a young and naïve "heroine", who entertains the reader on her journey to a better understanding of the world and those around her. In the course of the novel, she discovers that she differs from those other women who crave wealth or social acceptance, as instead she wishes only to have happiness supported by genuine morality.
  Seventeen-year-old Catherine Morland is one of ten children of a country clergyman. Although a tomboy in her childhood, by the age of 17 she is "in training for a heroine" and is excessively fond of reading Gothic novels, among which Ann Radcliffe's Mysteries of Udolpho is a favourite.

  Ver livro

• 

  The Odyssey

  Homer

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  The Odyssey is an epic poem attributed to the ancient Greek poet Homer, detailing the adventurous journey of Odysseus, the king of Ithaca, as he strives to return home after the Trojan War. 
  The narrative begins in medias res, twenty years after Odysseus left for Troy and ten years after the war ended. He finds himself trapped on the island of Ogygia, held captive by the nymph Calypso, who is in love with him. Meanwhile, back in Ithaca, his wife Penelope and son Telemachus are besieged by a group of suitors who believe Odysseus to be dead and are vying for Penelope's hand in marriage.

  Ver livro

• 

  A Pen-and-Ink Effect - From...

  Frances E Huntley the writing...

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is Ethel Colburn Mayne.

  Ver livro

• 

  Banned Books – A Picture of...

  Oscar Wilde, E. M. Forster

  • 0
  • 0
  • 0

  Banned Books – A Picture of Dorian Gray + The Machine Stops unites two groundbreaking works that faced censorship, controversy, and cultural resistance for daring to challenge the values of their time. Oscar Wilde’s The Picture of Dorian Gray and E.M. Forster’s The Machine Stops each confronted society with bold ideas about beauty, morality, technology, and human freedom — and both were suppressed, criticized, or restricted for their unsettling themes. 
   
  In The Picture of Dorian Gray, Wilde explores vanity, corruption, and the 
  pursuit of pleasure through the haunting tale of a young man whose portrait 
  bears the weight of his sins. The novel’s provocative undertones and moral 
  ambiguity led to heavy censorship upon publication and later became evidence 
  used against Wilde during his infamous trial. Its legacy as a challenged and 
  condemned work remains central to its cultural impact. 
   
  In The Machine Stops, Forster imagines a future society ruled by an all‑powerful 
  technological system — a world where human connection has withered and 
  independent thought is discouraged. Its anti‑authoritarian message and critique 
  of technological dependence led to suppression under certain regimes and 
  challenges in educational settings. Today, it stands as one of the most 
  prophetic dystopian stories ever written. 
   
  Together, these two works reveal why banned and challenged literature endures: it pushes boundaries, questions 
  authority, and forces readers to confront uncomfortable truths about themselves 
  and the world around them. 
   
  Perfect for listeners who appreciate classic literature, dystopian fiction, philosophical storytelling, and 
  culturally significant works that continue to spark debate.

  Ver livro