Maison d'édition: Delhi Open Book
The Second Jungle Book is a sequel to The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling. First published in 1895, it features five stories about Mowgli and three unrelated stories, all but one set in India, most of which Kipling wrote while living in Vermont.
Charles Yellowplush, footman, gives his opinion of his employers, their debts, their marriages and their morals, in his own spelling. Thackeray was born in Calcutta, sent home at five, and lost much of his inheritance at cards; these 1837 sketches are where he found his voice — the joke is not the servant's ignorance, it is that he is the only person in the house who sees everything clearly. Forty-nine plates after Hogarth and Morland track the same comic world of cards, drink and family fortunes from 1730 to 1838, so the footman's satire arrives with its own picture gallery.Voir livre
The Island of Doctor Moreau by H. G. Wells is a disturbing classic of science fiction and horror, exploring the dangers of unchecked scientific power and the fragile boundary between human and animal. After a shipwreck, Edward Prendick is rescued and brought to a remote island ruled by the mysterious Doctor Moreau. There he discovers that Moreau has been conducting grotesque experiments, transforming animals into humanlike beings through surgery, pain, and discipline. As Prendick learns more about the island's strange society, its laws, and its suffering creatures, the line between civilization and savagery begins to collapse. First published in 1896, Wells's novel shocked readers with its themes of vivisection, evolution, cruelty, and moral responsibility. It reflects anxieties of the late nineteenth century about science, Darwinism, imperial control, and the limits of human authority over nature. Dark, tense, and philosophically unsettling, The Island of Doctor Moreau remains one of Wells's most powerful works. It asks whether scientific knowledge without compassion can produce anything but horror.Voir livre
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 Catherine Louisa Pirkis.Voir livre
The woman who has no opinions except her husband's, and takes a new one with each husband - together with stories from across his career. Tolstoy read The Darling aloud to visitors and wept, and insisted Chekhov had meant to mock her and had accidentally written something holy. This edition pairs the ten stories with 58 plates of painting bound alongside the text, among them works by Vladimir Makovsky, Maksymilian Gierymski and Karl Friedrich Lessing, in Constance Garnett's translation.Voir livre
Herman Melville, born in 1819 in New York City, led a life filled with adventure, literary exploration, and contemplation. His early experiences as a sailor aboard whaling ships provided the inspiration for his most famous work, "Moby-Dick," a literary masterpiece that would later secure his place in literary history. Melville's writings delve into profound themes such as obsession, the human condition, morality, and the conflict between man and nature . While Melville's works did not achieve commercial success during his lifetime, his legacy grew in the years following his death in 1891. The publication of "Moby-Dick" in 1851 was met with mixed reviews, but the novel's exploration of existential themes and its rich symbolism garnered appreciation and recognition from later generations of readers and scholars. Today, Melville is considered one of the greatest American writers, with "Moby-Dick" hailed as a monumental achievement in American literature. Herman Melville's life and writings continue to resonate with readers, inviting them into a world of adventure, philosophy, and introspection. His works inspire deep reflection on the human condition and the mysteries of existence. Melville's legacy as a literary pioneer, exploring the depths of the human psyche and confronting existential questions, remains enduring. His contribution to American literature and his ability to capture the essence of human experience make him a figure of profound significance in literary history.Voir livre
The ultimate companion for the Jane Austen fan filled with her penetrating insights and humor on life, love, and death. “A valuable resource for any Austen lover to use for quick reference or to read through.” —Library Journal Jane Austen is one of the most popular female writers in history, best known for her stories of love, loss, and hope, which are cleverly intertwined with her witty insights into the traits and expectations of English Georgian society. Here, in this stunning little book, you will be able to read hundreds of individual quotes from her famous works—from Pride and Prejudice and Emma to Persuasion and Sense and Sensibility—each prompting an emotional response, thoughtful musing, or even a little snigger at the wise and shrewd perceptions that Austen had of the world around her. Utterly charming and very profound, fans of Jane Austen can revel in these much-loved quotes, while a new audience will be introduced to the joys that her books have provided since their publication many years ago. With each chapter focusing on a different theme—from Love & Longing to Female Strength—this gorgeous gift book is the perfect compilation of Austen’s funny, moving, and thought-provoking words. Content of themes: Love & Longing Friendship Society Female Strength Life & Death Faith Art & Literature “The wit of Jane Austen has for a partner the perfection of her taste.” —Virginia WoolfVoir livre
