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The Adventurer's Library: 43 Epic Adventure Novels from Around the World - The Adventures of Kathlyn The Rainy Day Railroad War The Knight of Malta The Westerners The SS Glory The Lone Wolf Returns etc - cover

The Adventurer's Library: 43 Epic Adventure Novels from Around the World - The Adventures of Kathlyn The Rainy Day Railroad War The Knight of Malta The Westerners The SS Glory The Lone Wolf Returns etc

Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra, Mark Twain, Alexandre Dumas, Robert Ervin Howard, Willis George Emerson, Louis Becke, Louis Tracy, William John Locke, Gordon Stables, Anthony Hope, Edgar Rice Burroughs, John Oxenham, Charles King, G. A. Henty, Robert W. Chambers, Lloyd Osbourne, Harold MacGrath, Thorne Smith, John C. Hutcheson, Stewart Edward White, Louis Joseph Vance, Edgar Jepson, Victor Bridges, May Kellogg Sullivan, Clayton Edwards, Henry Beston, William O. Stoddard, Frederick Niven, Holman Day, Pelham Grenville Wodehouse, Arvid Paulson, Justus Miles Forman, F. A. Robinson, G. P. R. James, A. F. Mockler-Ferryman, George Langford, Louise Gerard, H. Esselstyn Lindley, Louise Vescelius Sheldon, Edward Roper, E. W. Phillips, Archibald Stewart Harrison, John Bowling, Eugène Sue

Publisher: e-artnow

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The Adventurer's Library: 43 Epic Adventure Novels from Around the World is a monumental compendium capturing the essence of epic storytelling from a plethora of renowned authors. Through genres spanning classic swashbuckling exploits, intricate nautical tales, and thrilling quests into uncharted territories, this collection distills the spirit of adventure literature in its most exhilarating forms. Within these pages lies a mosaic of narratives, each contributing to a vibrant tapestry that celebrates the human spirit's endless quest for discovery and heroism. Readers will encounter memorable episodes that transcend borders and cultures, reflecting the universal allure of adventure. Curated with an eye for diversity, the contributing authors hail from various historical and cultural backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives to the anthology's central theme. Noted pioneers of the adventure genre such as Alexandre Dumas and Edgar Rice Burroughs stand alongside lesser-known yet equally compelling voices like H. Esselstyn Lindley and Louise Vescelius Sheldon. This convergence of storytellers, spanning centuries and continents, situates the anthology within a grand literary context, aligning with Western canonical works while also embracing non-Western traditions and narratives inspired by global exploration and cultural exchange. The Adventurer's Library offers an unparalleled journey through time and place, providing readers with a rare opportunity to engage with a wide array of literary styles and storytelling traditions in one definitive volume. This collection enriches the reader's experience by presenting varied cultural insights and reflecting on the timeless virtues of courage, resilience, and curiosity that define the adventurous spirit. Whether for academic study or leisure reading, this anthology invites audiences to embark on a quest of imagination, learning, and dialogue between the diverse voices it so boldly assembles.
Available since: 03/04/2025.
Print length: 1044 pages.

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