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Harlem Renaissance author Nella Larsen (1891 –1964) published just two novels and three short stories in her lifetime, but achieved lasting literary acclaim. Her classic novel Quicksand first appeared in 1928.
"The Poisoned Pen" by Arthur B. Reeve is a detective novel that likely originated in the early 20th century. The story follows Craig Kennedy, a brilliant professor and detective, who is called to investigate a high-profile poisoning case involving a young actress named Vera Lytton. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Kennedy teams up with his companion, Walter Jameson, to uncover the intricate web of deceit and motives surrounding Lytton's tragic death, exploring themes of conspiracy and justice. At the beginning of the novel, Kennedy and Jameson are hastily preparing to travel to the small town of Danbridge, which is currently embroiled in a scandal due to the poisoning of Vera Lytton. They discuss the shocking details of her case, including the involvement of various characters, such as the young doctor, Dr. Dixon, who is considered a suspect, and the potential conspiracy against him orchestrated by others. As they gather information from local authorities and witnesses, Kennedy demonstrates his keen deductive skills while contemplating the implications of a mysterious note linked to Dr. Dixon that was found near the victim. The opening sets the stage for an intricate narrative full of twists, revealing the social dynamics and manipulative backgrounds that could lead to such a heinous crime.Mostra libro
In the late 19th Century, a literary movement arose across both prose and poetry, that championed the idea that art should exist for its aesthetic value, unburdened by moral or social obligations. As a consequence, it challenged the strict moral codes of the Victorian era, often exploring themes associated with eroticism, forbidden desires, artificiality, the ravages of time, beauty, death, and decay which were often perceived as transgressive, even taboo. Within its ranks are a who’s-who of unconventional and confrontational talent as well as perhaps its greatest exponent; Oscar Wilde, whose embracing of moral rebelliousness and unmasking of Victorian hypocrisy sums up the movement’s greatest achievement.Mostra libro
“The Terrible Solomons” written by Jack London: There is no gainsaying that the Solomons are a hard-bitten bunch of islands. On the other hand, there are worse places in the world. But to the new chum who has no constitutional understanding of men and life in the rough, the Solomons may indeed prove terrible.Mostra libro
Descend into the depths of Dante’s Inferno, accompanied by the rumbling voice of the storm. Brace yourself for a truly immersive journey through the nine circles of Hell with Meditation: Sounds of Thunderstorms - Inferno Dante Alighieri. This unique digital audio edition merges the haunting poetry of Dante’s 14th-century masterpiece with the raw power of nature, creating an atmosphere that is both ominous and hypnotic. · A Classic Reimagined: Experience Inferno as never before—with crackling thunder and rolling storms enhancing Dante’s vivid and chilling imagery. · A Dramatic Atmosphere: The interplay of poetic verse and nature’s fury adds depth and intensity to every passage. · A Meditative Yet Haunting Journey: Perfect for those fascinated by epic poetry, dark mythology, or the timeless exploration of sin and redemption.Mostra libro
James Augustine Aloysius Joyce was born on the 2nd February 1882 in Dublin into a middle-class family, and the eldest of ten surviving siblings Admired as a brilliant student he briefly attended the Christian Brothers-run O'Connell School before excelling at the Jesuit schools of Clongowes and Belvedere. From there he went on to attend University College Dublin from 1898, studying English, French and Italian In 1902, Joyce was now in his early twenties, and went to Paris to study Medicine but soon abandoned his teachings. Back in Dublin to attend to his dying Mother he met Nora Barnacle. They bonded immediately into a life-long match. Together they decided to emigrate to Europe. The couple lived in Trieste, Rome, Paris, and finally Zürich where Joyce pursued a variety of jobs and ventures to supplement his literary pursuits but none of these paid off. After publishing a poetry volume, ‘Chamber Music’, in 1907, his short story collection ‘The Dubliners’, in 1914, helped establish his talent in the rapidly changing world. Although far from home Joyce’s literary heart and works were set in his recollections of Dublin. Characters are close resemblances of family and friends and indeed enemies. His landmark work ‘Ulysses’, published in 1922, is set in the streets and alleyways of the city as it parallels Homer’s Odyssey in a variety of styles including its famed stream of consciousness. His pen continued to produce classics of the order of ‘A Portrait of the Artist as A Young Man’ and ‘Finnegan’s Wake’ together with several volumes of poetry and a play ‘The Exiles, in 1918. On the 11th January 1941, Joyce underwent surgery in Zürich for a perforated duodenal ulcer. The next day he fell into a coma. On the 13th after a brief period of lucidity in which he called for his wife and son he passed. He was 58.Mostra libro
Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 - November 14, 1915) was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African American community and of the contemporary black elite. Washington was from the last generation of black American leaders born into slavery and became the leading voice of the former slaves and their descendants. They were newly oppressed in the South by disenfranchisement and the Jim Crow discriminatory laws enacted in the post-Reconstruction Southern states in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. CHARACTER AS SHOWN IN DRESS: It is surprising how much we can tell about a person's character by his dress. I think it is very seldom that we cannot tell whether a person is ignorant or educated, simply by his dress; and there are some few, plain facts about dress that I am going to mention to you to-night. While it is hard to lay down any rules as to how we must dress, I think there are some well-defined principles of dress to which all well-educated persons will conform.Mostra libro
