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Author : Philip Sidney
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 522 pages
Book Rating : 4.E/5 ( download)
Download or read book The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia written by Philip Sidney and published by . This book was released on 1867 with total page 522 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Catherine Ostler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1471172570
Total Pages : 376 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (711 download)
Download or read book The Duchess Countess written by Catherine Ostler and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2021-04-15 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A scintillating story superbly told... [Ostler] packs every paragraph with eye-opening detail' The Times 'A rollicking read... [Ostler] tells Elizabeth's story with admirable style and gusto' Sunday Times 'Terrifically entertaining: if you liked Bridgerton, you’ll love this...and her research is impeccable' Evening Standard 'Fascinating. Magnificent. Sensitively told' Hallie Rubenhold, author of The Five 'Catherine Ostler’s superb, gripping, decadent biography brings an extraordinary woman and a whole world blazingly to life' Simon Sebag Montefiore When the glamorous Elizabeth Chudleigh, Duchess of Kingston, Countess of Bristol, went on trial at Westminster Hall for bigamy in April 1776, the story drew more attention in society than the American War of Independence. A clandestine, candlelit wedding to the young heir to an earldom, a second marriage to a Duke, a lust for diamonds and an electrifying appearance at a masquerade ball in a diaphanous dress: no wonder the trial was a sensation. However, Elizabeth refused to submit to public humiliation and retire quietly. Rather than backing gracefully out of the limelight, she embarked on a Grand Tour of Europe, being welcomed by the Pope and Catherine the Great among others. As maid of honour to Augusta, Princess of Wales, Elizabeth led her life in the inner circle of the Hanoverian court and her exploits delighted and scandalised the press and the people. She made headlines, and was a constant feature in penny prints and gossip columns. Writers were intrigued by her. Thackeray drew on Elizabeth as inspiration for his calculating, alluring Becky Sharp. But her behaviour, often depicted as attention-seeking and manipulative, hid a more complex tale – that of Elizabeth’s fight to overcome personal tragedy and loss. Now, in this brilliantly told and evocative biography, Catherine Ostler takes a fresh look at Elizabeth’s story and seeks to understand and reappraise a woman who refused to be defined by society’s expectations of her. A woman who was by turns, brave, loving and generous but also reckless, greedy and insecure; a woman totally unwilling to accept the female status of underdog or to hand over all the power, the glory and the adventures of life to men.
Author : Alexandre Dumas
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 7960 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book The Collected Works Alexandre Dumas, The Older and The Younger written by Alexandre Dumas and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-17 with total page 7960 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'The Collected Works of Alexandre Dumas, The Older and The Younger,' readers are invited into a riveting universe where history blends with fiction, and the boundaries of love, honor, and betrayal are explored through a diverse range of literary styles. This anthology showcases the remarkable depth and variety of the Dumas lineage, bringing together the swashbuckling adventures of Alexandre Dumas père with the poignant dramas of his son, Alexandre Dumas fils. Highlighting masterpieces such as 'The Count of Monte Cristo,' 'The Three Musketeers,' and 'La Dame aux Camélias,' this collection illustrates the unique and complementary talents of father and son, offering an unparalleled exploration of 19th-century French literature. The contributors, Alexandre Dumas and Alexandre Dumas fils, epitomize a fascinating period in literary history, bridging the Romantic movement and the advent of realism. The elder Dumas's legendary historical novels and the younger's societal plays challenge and entertain, capturing the spirit of their times with wit and compassion. Their works reflect the cultural, social, and political landscapes of France, highlighting issues of class, justice, and moral integrity. This anthology is a vital acquisition for those intrigued by the complexity of human nature and the art of storytelling. It invites readers to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Dumas' narratives, offering a rare opportunity to experience the breadth of one family's literary genius. Engage with these timeless classics to understand the evolution of modern narrative and the enduring power of story to reflect and transform society.
Author : Philip Sidney
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 9780192839565
Total Pages : 436 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (395 download)
Download or read book The Countess of Pembroke's Arcadia (The Old Arcadia) written by Philip Sidney and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 1999 with total page 436 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Two young princes, Pyrocles and Musidorus, disguise themselves as an Amazon and a shepherd to gain access to the Arcadian Princesses, who have been taken into semi-imprisonment by their father to avoid the dangers foretold by an oracle. The text was a vehicle for Sidney's ideas on versification.
Author : Philip Sidney
Publisher : Legare Street Press
ISBN 13 : 9781020715044
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (15 download)
Download or read book The Poems of Sir Philip Sidney written by Philip Sidney and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a collection of the poetry of Sir Philip Sidney, one of the foremost poets of the Elizabethan era. Featuring some of his most famous works, including Astrophil and Stella, this volume provides a window into the literary world of Renaissance England, and a glimpse of one of its most talented and intriguing figures. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Author : Anne Chambers
Publisher : Gill & Macmillan
ISBN 13 : 9780717148288
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (482 download)
Download or read book Eleanor, Countess of Desmond written by Anne Chambers and published by Gill & Macmillan. This book was released on 2011 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Originally published: Eleanor, Countess of Desmond, c. 1545-1638. 1986.
Author : Lana Popovic
Publisher : Abrams
ISBN 13 : 1683356438
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (833 download)
Download or read book Blood Countess written by Lana Popovic and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2020-01-28 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A lush and bloody historical thriller” based on the infamous real-life inspiration for Countess Dracula, a Hungarian noblewoman turned serial killer.(Kirkus Reviews) In sixteenth-century Hungary, Anna Darvulia has just begun working as a scullery maid for the young and glamorous Countess Elizabeth Báthory. When Elizabeth takes a liking to Anna, she’s vaulted to the dream role of chambermaid, a far cry from the filthy servants’ quarters below. She receives wages generous enough to provide for her family, and the Countess begins to groom Anna as her friend, confident and lover. It’s not long before Anna falls completely under the Countess’s spell—and the Countess t”akes full advantage. Isolated from her former friends, family, and fiancé, Anna realizes she’s not a friend but a prisoner of the increasingly cruel Elizabeth. Then come the murders, and Anna knows it’s only a matter of time before the Blood Countess turns on her, too. “Popovic balances lush, romantic language with gruesome imagery in this tale of innocence lost. Readers will likely be inspired to do actual research into Lady Bathory’s murderous misdeeds.” —Booklist “Popovic also touches on how a patriarchal society can drive women to extremes without letting the truly terrifying Bathory, or Anna, off the hook for their own actions.” —Kirkus Reviews “Hand to fans of dark historical fiction and powerful female characters.” —School Library Journal
Author : Susan Higginbotham
Publisher : Amberley Publishing Limited
ISBN 13 : 1445636093
Total Pages : 289 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (456 download)
Download or read book Margaret Pole written by Susan Higginbotham and published by Amberley Publishing Limited. This book was released on 2016-08-15 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The true story of 'The King's Curse'; the extraordinary life of Margaret Pole, niece of Richard III, loyal servant of the Tudors.
Author : Alexandre Dumas
Publisher : DigiCat
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 7958 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)
Download or read book DUMAS - The Greatest Works of the Father and the Son written by Alexandre Dumas and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-13 with total page 7958 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat presents the revolutionary works of French literature, the popular and influential classics of various genres and themes – action-adventures, historical thrillers, revealing the hypocrisy of the society, and the questioning of morals and beliefs through its main characters, all relatable until this day. This is the legacy of the French literary giants - Alexandre Dumas elder, and his son Alexandre Dumas younger: Alexandre Dumas pere: The D'Artagnan Romances The Three Musketeers Twenty Years After The Vicomte of Bragelonne Ten Years Later Louise de la Valliere The Man in the Iron Mask The Valois Trilogy: Marguerite de Valois (La Reine Margot) Chicot the Jester (La Dame de Monsoreau) The Forty-Five Guardsmen The Memoirs of a Physician Series: Joseph Balsamo (The Magician) The Mesmerist's Victim (Andrea de Taverney) The Queen's Necklace Taking the Bastille (Ange Pitou) The Countess de Charny (The Execution of King Louis XVI) Other Novels: The Count of Monte Cristo The Conspirators (The Chevalier d'Harmental) The Regent's Daughter (A Sequel to The Conspirators) The Hero of the People The Royal Life Guard (The Flight of the Royal Family) Captain Paul The Sicilian Bandit The Corsican Brothers The Companions of Jehu The Wolf Leader The Black Tulip The Last Vendee (The She-Wolves of Machecoul) The Prussian Terror (A Dramatic Memories) Short Stories: A Masked Ball Solange Other Works: Celebrated Crimes The Borgias The Cenci Massacres of the South Mary Stuart Karl-Ludwig Sand Urbain Grandier Nisida Derues La Constantin Joan of Naples The Man in the Iron Mask (An Essay) Martin Guerre Ali Pacha The Countess De Saint-Geran Murat The Marquise De Brinvilliers Vaninka The Marquise De Gange Alexandre Dumas fils: The Lady with the Camellias The Son of Clemenceau The Princess of Bagdad
Author : Alexandre Dumas
Publisher : e-artnow
ISBN 13 : 8026851269
Total Pages : 6872 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (268 download)
Download or read book ALEXANDRE DUMAS Premium Collection - 27 Novels in One Volume: The Three Musketeers Series, The Marie Antoinette Novels, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Valois Trilogy and more (Illustrated) written by Alexandre Dumas and published by e-artnow. This book was released on 2016-02-29 with total page 6872 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This carefully crafted ebook: "ALEXANDRE DUMAS Premium Collection - 27 Novels in One Volume: The Three Musketeers Series, The Marie Antoinette Novels, The Count of Monte Cristo, The Valois Trilogy and more (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents: The D'Artagnan Romances The Three Musketeers Twenty Years After The Vicomte of Bragelonne Ten Years Later Louise da la Valliere The Man in the Iron Mask The Valois Trilogy Queen Margot (Marguerite de Valois) Chicot de Jester: La Dame de Monsoreau The Forty-Five Guardsmen The Memoirs of a Physician - Marie Antoinette Series Joseph Balsamo: The Magician The Mesmerist's Victim: Andrea de Taverney The Queen's Necklace Taking the Bastile: Ange Pitou The Countess de Charny: The Execution of King Louis XVI Other Novels The Count of Monte Cristo The Conspirators: The Chevalier d'Harmental The Regent's Daughter The Hero of the People The Royal Life-Guard Captain Paul The Sicilian Bandit The Corsican Brothers The Companions of Jehu The Wolf Leader The Black Tulip The Last Vendee The Prussian Terror Essays & Biography: A Gossip on a Novel of Dumas's by Robert Louis Stevenson Alexandre Dumas from ESSAYS IN LITTLE by Andrew Lang ALEXANDRE DUMAS by Adolphe Cohn Alexandre Dumas, père (1802-1870) was a French writer whose works have been translated into nearly 100 languages and he is one of the most widely read French authors. His most famous works are The Count of Monte Cristo and The Three Musketeers.
Author : Nicholas Patrick Wiseman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)
Download or read book The Dublin Review written by Nicholas Patrick Wiseman and published by . This book was released on 1862 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 ( download)
Download or read book Wiseman Review written by and published by . This book was released on 1862 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Total Pages : 552 pages
Book Rating : 4.R/5 (5 download)
Download or read book The Dublin review written by and published by . This book was released on 1862 with total page 552 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Anonymous
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN 13 : 337503444X
Total Pages : 546 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (75 download)
Download or read book The Dublin Review written by Anonymous and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2022-05-14 with total page 546 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1862.
Author : Hans Christian Andersen
Publisher : Delphi Classics
ISBN 13 : 1786560615
Total Pages : 1841 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (865 download)
Download or read book Delphi Complete Works of Hans Christian Andersen (Illustrated) written by Hans Christian Andersen and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2016-12-23 with total page 1841 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Danish author Hans Christian Andersen was a prolific writer of novels, travelogues, poetry and fairy tales. Beloved stories such as ‘The Little Mermaid’, ‘The Snow Queen’, ‘The Ugly Duckling’ and ‘Thumbelina’ are among the most frequently translated works in all literary history. For the first time in publishing history, this comprehensive eBook presents Andersen’s complete fictional works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Andersen’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * All 6 novels in English translation, with individual contents tables * Features rare novels appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Excellent formatting of the texts * The complete fairy tales specially arranged in chronological order, with many rare stories often missed out of collections – translations by H. P. Paull * Famous works such as THE LITTLE MERMAID and THE UGLY DUCKLING are illustrated with their original Danish artwork * Special alphabetical contents table for the fairy tales * Easily locate the tales you want to read * Includes Andersen’s complete travelogues – available in no other collection * Features Andersen’s extended 1870 autobiography, first time in digital print - discover the author’s intriguing life * Scholarly ordering of texts into chronological order and literary genres Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles CONTENTS: The Novels THE IMPROVISATORE O. T. ORIGINAL NOVEL IN TWO PARTS ONLY A FIDDLER THE TWO BARONESSES TO BE OR NOT TO BE? LUCKY PEER THE FAIRY TALES INTRODUCTION TO THE FAIRY TALES THE FAIRY-TALES LIST OF FAIRY TALES IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER THE TRAVELOGUES A PICTURE BOOK WITHOUT PICTURES RAMBLES IN THE ROMANTIC REGIONS OF THE HARTZ MOUNTAINS, SAXON SWITZERLAND A POET’S BAZAAR PICTURES OF SWEDEN IN SPAIN A VISIT TO PORTUGAL THE NON-FICTION ALBERT THORVALDSEN THE AUTOBIOGRAPHIES THE TRUE STORY OF MY LIFE, 1847 SUPPLEMENT TO THE STORY OF MY LIFE, 1870 THE CRITICISM HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN BY HJALMAR HJORTH BOYESEN Please visit www.delphiclassics.com to browse through our range of exciting titles or to purchase this eBook as a Parts Edition of individual eBooks
Author : Philip Schwyzer
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN 13 : 0199676100
Total Pages : 260 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (996 download)
Download or read book Shakespeare and the Remains of Richard III written by Philip Schwyzer and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2013-09-26 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores how memories and traces of the reign of Richard III survived a century and more to influence the world and work of William Shakespeare, offering a new approach to the cultural history of the Tudor era, whilst shedding fresh light on the sources and preoccupations of Shakespeare's play.
Author : Vladimir Odoyevsky
Publisher : TSK Group LLC
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 87 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)
Download or read book Old-fashioned Narratives: Volume One written by Vladimir Odoyevsky and published by TSK Group LLC. This book was released on 2024-03-26 with total page 87 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Society gossip and life in the slum, life's tragedies and comedies, the sacred, the profane, the admirable, the ridiculous, and much more - mixed thoroughly and presented for your reading pleasure by one of the most delightful old gossips of Russian literature Vladimir Odoyevsky. This collection includes the following works: - Intercepted Letters - Seers and Fortune-Tellers - Katya or a Fosterling's Story - Orlakh Peasant Woman - Princess Mimi - Martingale - Painter - Imbroglio
