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The book details Twain's journey with his friend Harris through central and southern Europe. While the stated goal of the journey is to walk most of the way, the men find themselves using other forms of transport as they traverse the continent.
"Rainbow Valley" centers around the adventures of the Blythe children - Jem, Walter, Nan, Di, and Shirley - and their imaginative play in the enchanting Rainbow Valley. Living with their father, the new minister of Glen St. Mary, the Blythe kids befriend the Meredith children, whose father is a widower and often absent. Together, they create a world of fun and mischief, while also navigating the challenges of growing up. Lucy Maud Montgomery's exquisite storytelling and her vivid portrayal of childhood innocence and imagination have endeared "Rainbow Valley" to readers of all ages. Lucy Maud Montgomery, born on November 30, 1874, in Clifton, Prince Edward Island, Canada, was a prolific and cherished Canadian author best known for her novel "Anne of Green Gables." Drawing inspiration from her own experiences and rural upbringing, Montgomery created the spirited and imaginative character of Anne Shirley, who quickly became an iconic figure in children's literature. Montgomery's enchanting storytelling, vivid descriptions of Prince Edward Island's landscapes, and her ability to capture the nuances of human emotions endeared her to readers across the globe. Throughout her career, she wrote numerous novels, essays, and short stories, leaving an indelible mark on the literary world. Her timeless works continue to resonate with readers of all ages, inspiring generations to find wonder and beauty in the simplest of things.Mostra libro
"For Freedom of Spelling: The Discovery of an Art" by H. G. Wells is a short essay. H. G. Wells once different, humorous social satire and ironic.It is curious that people do not grumble more at having to spell correctly. Yet one may ask, Do we not a little over-estimate the value of orthography?Mostra libro
Dive into the chilling world of Oscar Wilde's 'The Picture of Dorian Gray.' Handsome Dorian Gray remains untouched by age or vice, while his hidden portrait grotesquely ages and decays. His sinister secret? His sins are etched not on him, but his portrait. A thrilling exploration of vanity and corruption, Wilde's masterpiece questions the price we're willing to pay for eternal beauty. Are you ready to face the hidden ugliness within the human soul?Mostra libro
Edgar Allan Poe (1809 - 1849) is widely famed as one of the greatest writers of all time. He is best known for his works of horror, such as The Tell Tale Heart. However, and this is less known, Poe also wrote many love poems. In this collection of forty-eight poems by Edgar Allan Poe we will go through a wide variety of themes, from horror and raw creepiness in The Raven to pure love in A Valentine to depression in Alone. Throughout all of his poems Poe kept a very strong meter and rhyme scheme. This is most obvious in The Bells. An Author's Republic audio production.Mostra libro
Set in a magical kingdom where a wealthy prince and a Russian princess meet for the first time and fall madly in love with each other. Their wedding is to be a huge celebration for the entire realm, with all sorts of entertainment, including fireworks as a grand finale. As soon as various firework elements are set in place they start talking amongst each other and we meet the very distinguished Remarkable Rocket responsible for so many of Oscar Wilde's memorable epigrams. 'I like to do all of the talking myself. It saves time and prevents arguments.' Read in English, unabridged.Mostra libro
Titled after the name of the farmhouse where most of the story unfolds, Wuthering Heights is an acclaimed novel about jealousy and revenge. The book is hailed as a classic in English literature and has been praised for challenging the old Victorian values of that time. Highly controversial then, Emily Bronte's only novel is widely considered by many as the best of the Bronte sisters' works.Mostra libro
