Verlag: Charles River Editors
Chios Classics brings literature's greatest works back to life for new generations. All our books contain a linked table of contents. Far From the Madding Crowd, published in 1874, was a famous novel written by the English author Thomas Hardy. The story follows a young shepherd named Gabriel Oak who falls for Bathsheba Everdene.
"Fairy Tales for Adults" offers a captivating anthology of enchanting tales that seamlessly blend Oscar Wilde's wit and wisdom with the imaginative world created by Beatrix Potter. Delving into the realm of fantasy, these stories transport readers of all ages on a journey of adventure, magic, and self-discovery. Within these pages, you'll encounter Oscar Wilde's "The Model Millionaire," a tale that challenges our preconceptions about wealth and generosity. This thought-provoking story introduces us to a young artist who embarks on an unexpected encounter that changes his perspective on life forever. "Fairy Tales for Adults" invites readers to rediscover the timeless allure of folklore and fables. Through the imaginative narratives of Oscar Wilde and the endearing characters created by Beatrix Potter, this volume promises a captivating reading experience that both entertains and enlightens, proving that the magic of fairy tales transcends age and time. This volume includes: The Model Millionaire, The Remarkable Rocket by Oscar Wilde, The Roly Poly Pudding, The Tailor of Gloucester by Beatrix Potter. Read in English, unabridged.Zum Buch
Society has forgiven Jo Corbin for killing a man, but can he forgive himself? Will the postmistress lose all in a bid to help a friend escape justice? Will the new teaching assistant's unorthodox ways tame the unruly pioneer children? These are just three of the nine wonderful short stories from Bret Harte, set in wild and woolly nineteenth-century California.Bret Harte's witty, sometimes heart-rending tales of frontier California earned him acclaim during the 1860s as the new prophet of American letters. His books-The Luck of Roaring Camp, The Outcasts of Poker Flat, and M'liss-helped establish the foundations of western American fiction. This book includes the following classic tales:-"Colonel Starbottle's Client"-"The Postmistress of Laurel Run"-"A Night at Hays"-"Johnson's Old Woman"-"The New Assistant at Pine Clearing School"-"In a Pioneer Restaurant"-"A Treasure of the Galleon"-"Out of a Pioneer's Trunk"-"The Ghosts of Stukeley Castle"Zum Buch
Step into the surreal world of "The Metamorphosis," where reality blurs and the boundaries between humans and insects become indistinct. Follow Gregor Samsa's bewildering transformation and the subsequent upheaval it brings to his family's life. As you accompany Gregor through his bizarre ordeal, you'll confront profound questions about identity, belonging, and the nature of existence itself. Kafka's masterpiece is not just a story of physical transformation but a profound exploration of the human condition. Through Gregor's struggles to communicate and connect with his family despite his monstrous form, Kafka delves into themes of alienation and the inherent absurdity of life. The novella's allegorical nature invites listeners to ponder the complexities of modern society and the individual's place within it. In this audio adaptation, every word is brought to life with haunting clarity, drawing you into the unsettling atmosphere of Gregor's world. Feel the weight of his existential crisis, the tension within his fractured family, and the oppressive atmosphere of his confined existence. With each passing moment, you'll find yourself gripped by the emotional intensity and intellectual depth of Kafka's narrative. Whether you're a seasoned Kafka enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, this audiobook promises an immersive journey into one of literature's most haunting and unforgettable tales. Experience "The Metamorphosis" as never before, and let its profound insights linger in your mind long after the final chapter has ended.Zum Buch
"Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions" is a satirical novella by Edwin A. Abbott, first published in 1884. The story takes place in a two-dimensional world and follows the experiences of A. Square, a mathematician and resident of Flatland. As A. Square discovers the existence of a third dimension, the book delves into themes of dimensionality, hierarchy, and social constraints. Though it might seem like a straightforward mathematical or geometric allegory, "Flatland" also offers insightful commentary on the social and cultural mores of Victorian England.Zum Buch
'The sun shone, having no alternative, on the nothing new.' So opens Murphy, Samuel Beckett's first novel, published in 1938. Its work-shy eponymous hero, adrift in London, realises that desire can never be satisfied and withdraws from life, in search of stupor. Murphy's lovestruck fiancée, Celia, tries with tragic pathos to draw him back, but her attempts are doomed to failure. In Dublin, Murphy's friends and familiars are simulacra of him, fragmented and incomplete. They come to London in search of him. Under pressure from Celia to get a job, Murphy finds a post as a nurse in a mental institution, Magdalen Mental Mercyseat. Beckett's achievement in this early work lies in the brilliantly original language used to communicate his singular vision of isolation and misunderstanding. The combination of particularity and absurdity gives Murphy's world its painful definition, but the sheer comic energy of Beckett's prose releases characters and listeners alike into exuberance. It is read with verve and familiarity by Stephen Hogan.Zum Buch
"Humphrey Van Weyden is a smart, domesticated man. He enjoys reading and critiquing literature in his free time. So when he finds himself a survivor of a ferryboat accident and at the complete mercy of a tyrannical schooner captain, his life is turned upside down. Exploring themes of ambition, courage, and survival, this 1904 classic adventure novel features an antagonist based on a sailor Jack London once knew."Zum Buch
