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A Collector's Edition of 47 Storybooks About Inheritance - Uncle Terry John Marsh's Millions The Princess Galva Colin The Adventures of Sally etc - cover
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A Collector's Edition of 47 Storybooks About Inheritance - Uncle Terry John Marsh's Millions The Princess Galva Colin The Adventures of Sally etc

Walter Bagehot, Grant Allen, L. T. Meade, Edward Stratemeyer, Richard Marsh, Matthew White, E.F. Benson, P. G. Wodehouse, G. A. Henty, Janet D. Wheeler, Laura Elizabeth Howe Richards, Talbot Baines Reed, David Whitelaw, Charles Clark Munn, Mrs. Oliphant, Charles Klein, Arthur Hornblow, T. W. Speight, John Reed Scott, Harold Avery, A. S. Packard, William Bateson, V. Sackville-West, Christabel R. Coleridge, Headon Hill, Paul Popenoe, Roswell H. Johnson, Charles Benedict Davenport, Jack Steele, A. J. Foster, Edith E. Cuthell, E. C. Kenyon, Henry H. Goddard, Dorothea Moore, Alex. McVeigh Mrs. Miller, Mary H. Debenham, Horatio Jr. Alger, George de Horne Vaizey, Honoré de Balzac

Editora: e-artnow

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A Collector's Edition of 47 Storybooks About Inheritance embarks on a literary exploration of a timeless and universally resonant theme: inheritance. This anthology presents a robust tapestry of narrative styles ranging from the whimsical to the introspective. The anthology traverses not only familial legacies but also the broader implications of cultural and intellectual inheritance. Such diverse writings invite readers to contemplate the multifaceted nature of inheritance, both tangible and intangible, making this collection a treasure trove of insights and literary richness. Highlights within the anthology include poignant explorations of duty and legacy interwoven with incisive social commentary. The contributors to this anthology hail from a variety of backgrounds and literary influences, encompassing luminaries of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These voices, from P. G. Wodehouse's comedic flair to V. Sackville-West’s lyrical introspection, converge into a compelling dialogue that spans across continents and cultures. By bridging historical and modern perspectives, the collection reflects trends from Victorian moral tales to modernist dissections of society. It captures the essence of an evolving world grappling with the eternal question of what it means to inherit something beyond the material. This collection offers readers a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in a dynamic interplay of literary forms and thematic explorations. It is an essential volume for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of inheritance through a literary lens. Readers are invited to engage with this anthology not only for its educational merits but for the rich narrative tapestry it weaves, promising to challenge, inspire, and foster a broader conversation around how inheritance shapes and defines our worlds.
Disponível desde: 04/03/2025.
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