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L'epico romanzo di Tolstoj su Anna Karenina incanta i lettori da oltre cento anni. Anna Karenina si e abituata a vivere in un matrimonio senza amore, ma quando incontra l'affascinante e giovane conte Vronsky, inizia a provare per lui sentimenti che non aveva mai provato per nessun altro prima di allora. La notizia della loro appassionata storia d'amore si diffonde tra l'aristocrazia di San Pietroburgo, che tollera affari spensierati, ma da spazio ai sentimenti veri. Anna diventa sempre piu isolata man mano che il suo amore per Vronsky cresce. "e;Anna Karenina"e; e diverso da qualsiasi altro capolavoro, grazie alla sua indimenticabile eroina. Questo romanzo esplora la psiche umana e cerca la risposta a una delle domande piu complesse dell'umanita: cosa serve per vivere una vita buona e serena in un mondo in cui non c'e spazio per essa?-

Jane Eyre accepte une position en tant que gouvernante a Thornfield, ou elle rencontre Monsieur Rochester, le morne et cynique maitre des lieux. Ayant grandi orpheline aux depends d'une famille qui ne voulait pas d'elle, Jane n'a pas recu beaucoup d'amour ni d'affection au cours de sa vie. De nature reflechie et gentille, son statut est l'oppose de celui de Rochester, cependant, les opposes s'attirent... Ce que Jane ne sait pas, c'est qu'il y a bien pire que leur difference de statut qui les separe. Jane Eyre (1847) est une histoire d'amour qui a traverse les temps et a ete adapte a de nombreuses reprises. Ruth Wilson de The Affair (2014) joua le role de Jane en 2003, et avant d'etre James Bond, Timothy Dalton endossa le role du torture Monsieur Rochester. L'annee 2011 vu la plus belle adaptation encore faite avec Mia Wasikowska et Michael Fassbender dans les roles principaux. -

What makes a villain a villain? If you find a questionable main character intriguing, this social satire is perfect for you.The atypical character Lillie is a spoiled and self-absorbed young woman. She marries an aristocratic man who expects her to live up to his ideals of the perfect wife, but soon he finds out that she is nothing but trouble, manipulative, dishonest and money-driven.A clear villain you might think, but as always things are not as simple as they may seem.. The story criticizes social standards and norms, emphasizing the ridiculous expectations set for both men and women, and how they largely influence each other. For fans of Jane Austen, Jojo Moyes and Amy Tan. -

Bursting out of sunny, lush Californian meadows onto the porch of Walt and Madge Irvine, 'Wolf', the brown dog with the wild grace of a timber-wolf, instantly captures the hearts of his would-be owners. Despite the blissful living conditions and love lavished upon him, Wolf's trust proves hard-won,- he tirelessly attempts to return to the mirthless Klondike lands up North where his roots lie. When at last confronted with a ghost from his past, Wolf's canine conscience is compelled for the first time to deliberate upon the hearts of the humans that love him most. 'Brown' Wolf is a touching chronicle of a very special dog-wolf with a profound need to find his life's purpose in an irrevocably human way. It is joined by 11 other exciting and adventurous short stories in this collection penned by Jack London. -

First published in 1920 'When the King Loses His Head & Other Stories' is a short story collection form the renowned Russian author Leonid Andreyev. Some of the best-known stories in the collection include 'Lazarus', an exploration of how Lazarus really felt upon returning from the grave, an interpretation of Judas's personality and motives in 'Judas Escariot' and the evocative 'Dies Irae'. With prominent religious themes and inspiration, this is a collection which explores the human condition and relationship with fate. A fascinating introduction to the Russian author. -

In this first volume of Sir Walter Scott's famous historical novel "e;Redgauntlet"e; you will meet Darsie Latimer and Alan Fairford, two very good friends who have grown up together. Darsie must not set foot in England until he is 25 because of his background, which he knows almost nothing about. While he discovers more about his past, Darsie is brought into conspiracy and his life is endangered. Will Alan manage to warn his friend on time? Will they meet someone who can throw light over Darsie's past? The story continues and becomes more tangled in the second volume of this book.-

'Dombey and Son' follows Paul Dombey, the wealthy owner of a shipping firm who is frustrated by his lack of a male heir. His disappointment and frustration triggers his own financial and personal downfall as he spurns the love and support of those around him. It is a brilliant character study as this complex and interesting character comes to grips with his own personal failings. The tragedy in this story comes from Paul's inability to reconcile himself with the world around him, refusing to accept his circumstances until his life takes a devastating turn. Dickens weaves a captivating plot in this melancholic tale, sprinkled with his trademark satire and wit, it is a brilliant and engaging read, perfect for anyone who loves to immerse themselves in world of stark reality. -

Published posthumously, William Sidney Porter's 'Sixes and Sevens' is a collection of 25 short stories from the popular author. Some of the most famous works included are 'Ulysses and the Dogman', where a dog walker meets an old acquaintance; 'The Church with an Overshot-Wheel' about a bereaved miller who turns his mill into a church, and classic detective story 'The Sleuths'. With a focus on the harshness but also the humour of everyday life, and tales stretching from New York to the Wild West, this is a remarkable collection of some of O. Henry's timeless tales.-

"e;Memoirs of a Cavalier"e; is a literary sleight of hand. Written in the style of an eyewitness account, it's actually a work of fiction-a trick Defoe would repeat in his later book "e;A Journal of a Plague Year"e;. Originally published anonymously, many readers of the time were fooled into thinking it was real. The book's unnamed protagonist is an English gentleman with a lust for adventure. He details his experiences on battlefields across Europe, as a soldier in both the Thirty Years' War and the English Civil War. With its vivid scenes of warfare, "e;Memoirs of a Cavalier"e; truly makes history come alive. -

Originally published under a pseudonym, this tale set in Victorian Britain follows the journey of the simple and sweet governess of the Coventry family, Jean Muir. But all is not as it seems, this sweet governess has a dark secret that might spell the end for the Coventry family. Like a sickness she will worm her way into the hearts of this family, and it will take everything for them not to crumble. It is a tale distinctly unlike anything like Alcott had published before, while still incorporating many larger discussions on social class and the struggle for agency. It is a book that has had a profound impact on feminist literature with its potent plot twists, Gothic imagery and perfectly crafted villain. It is one of Alcott's masterpieces and perfect for anyone who loved 'Jane Eyre'. -

"e;Les Fiances"e; se deroule dans la Lombardie (Italie) du 17e siecle, qui etait alors sous domination espagnole. Ce roman raconte l'histoire de deux amoureux, Renzo et Lucia, qui voudraient se marier et en sont empecher. En effet, le seigneur local, Don Rodrigo, est lui aussi epris de Lucia, et il controle et intimide tant la population que le clerge. Pour atteindre leur but, et enfin pouvoir s'unir, les deux jeunes gens vont devoir traverser une serie d'epreuves. Ce roman, bien que fictif, depeint de maniere fidele tant la periode que la region, et traite de themes tels que la divine providence, la peste, la domination etrangere, et la pauvrete.-

Nikolai Gogol's novel Dead Souls is one of the best-known pieces of 19th-century Russian literature. Chichikov is a mysterious man, who arrives at a small town with a strange plan of acquiring "e;dead souls."e; Marked by eccentric characters and heated town gossip, this story is a social satire that keeps the reader guessing. The writer himself described Dead Souls as an "e;epic poem in prose"e; and a "e;novel in verse."e; Although intended by Gogol as the first part of a trilogy, the story never saw a follow-up before or after his death. The satiric story has been turned into theatre, opera, radio, television and film productions alike, including the Soviet television miniseries Dead Souls (1984).-

"The Magnificent Ambersons" is the 1918 novel by Booth Tarkington which won the 1919 Pulitzer Prize. It is the second novel in "The Growth Trilogy," which includes "The Turmoil"(1915) and "The Midlander" (1923). In 1942, Orson Welles directed a film version of it, also titled "The Magnificent Ambersons" and starring Joseph Cotten, Dolores Costello, and Anne Baxter. The novel and trilogy traces the growth of the United States through the declining fortunes of three generations of the aristocratic Amberson family. It is set in a fictional Mid-Western town, between the end of the Civil War and the early part of the 20th century, a period of rapid industrialisation and socio-economic change. The decline of the Ambersons is contrasted with the rising fortunes of industrial tycoons and other new-money, self-made families.Booth Tarkington (1869-1946) was an American novelist and dramatist. Originally from Indianapolis, he attended both Purdue University and Princeton, as well as getting an honorary doctorate from Columbia. His family was well-off, though they lost some of their wealth in the Panic of 1873 (the Great Depression). He won the Pulitzer Prize twice, for "The Magnificent Ambersons" (1918) and "Alice Adams" (1921), making him one of only three to win it more than once, putting him alongside William Faulkner and John Updike. Whilst he is less known today, he was considered to be America's greatest living author during the early 20th century.

Le destin joue un mauvais tour a Mathilde Loisel. Pour se rendre a un bal, elle emprunte un collier a son amie Jeanne Forestier, qui fait partie du beau monde auquel Mathilde reve d'appartenir, mais a son retour en fin de soiree, elle se rend compte qu'elle ne l'a plus. Plutot que de reveler la perte a son amie, elle s'endette pour lui en acheter un identique, et elle et son mari doivent maintenant tout sacrifier pour survivre. -

King Henry's military plans are interrupted by the news that his army has been defeated in the South. The supposedly loyal Hotspur is refusing to send the soldiers he has captured in the north, forcing Henry to summon Hotspur back to the royal court in order to explain his actions. In the midst of a kingdom filled with rebellion, betrayal and shifting alliances, king Henry is also dealing with a great disappointment in his son, Harry (Hal). Although often overshadowed by his son, King Henry still wishes him to be more like the fearless Hotspur. It is common knowledge that Harry, the heir to the throne, conducts himself in a way unbefitting to royalty. However, when the king faces a rebellion gathered by his former ally, Hal comes to his father's aid. But can he still redeem himself?This play focuses particularly on the development of Prince Hal as he grows to become the man later known as Henry V. Since it was first performed, this play has been extremely popular with both critics and the public. It reflects on the realities of wielding power, making this a brilliant classic worth reading. A perfect read for fans of the series 'House of Cards' and 'Designated Survivor'. Reimagined in the Netflix film 'the King'.-

A biographical book, Harriet Beecher Stowe's 'Our Charley and What to do With Him' is based on her own brother Charles Edward Beecher - a wild, tempestuous child, and the youngest son in the family. Told as a series of individual stories about Charley, we learn that despite his mischief-making and the trouble he gives to his parents, Charley is a much loved and important member of the family. A fascinating insight into the early life of the Beecher family.-

Este audiolibro está narrado en castellano.En Los papeles de Aspern se debaten la pasión de un editor en busca de los «papeles» de su poeta favorito, la astucia de la mujer centenaria que fue amante del poeta y guarda celosamente esos papeles, y la estúpida ingenuidad de la sobrina, que se convierte en el eje de la lucha sorda y tensa entre el editor y la anciana. Toda la narración está envuelta en misterio, casi en suspense.Henry James (1843 - 1916) fue un escritor y crítico literario estadounidense y nacionalizado británico, conocido por sus novelas y relatos basados en el punto de vista, técnica que le permitió el análisis psicológico de sus personajes. Narrador de dramas costumbristas, también se interesó por el género de intriga, suspenso y lo sobrenatural.

"The Fortunate Foundlings" is a picaresque novel from 1744 featuring twins Horatio and Louisa, whose journey in the world differs because of their gender. They were both abandoned in infancy and adopted, but soon leave their carer to go off on their one. Whilst Louisa must fight to preserve her virtue in a man’s world, her brother joins the army. This is an eighteenth century rollercoaster - action packed, passionate, melodramatic, and at times unashamedly sentimental.Eliza Haywood (1693– 1756), née Elizabeth Fowler, was a British author, actress and publisher, who was rediscovered in the 1980s. Little is known about the author, who herself left conflicting information about her life, and was extremely secretive about her personal life. She was a prolific author of romances and other novel’s focusing on women’s point of views, status, and rights. Among her most famous works are "Love in Excess; Or, The Fatal Enquiry" (1720), "Fantomina; Or Love in a Maze" (1725) and "The Anti-Pamela; Or Feign’d Innocence Detected" (1741). Haywood is an important figure of 18th century literature.

"e;One is impressed in America, but not favourably impressed, by the inordinate size of everything. The country seems to try to bully one into a belief in its power by its impressive bigness."e;In 1881 Oscar Wilde boarded the "e;Arizona"e; and sailed to New York to embark on a year-long lecture tour. In 'Impressions of America' he examines the cultural differences between America and Britain. He notes, for instance, that the Americans aren't necessarily well-dressed but comfortably dressed. He argues that the American youth is more acceptive of new ideas because their education is more practical, and he recounts how unimpressed he was with Niagara Falls and the ugly yellow protective wear he had to put on. Like Charles Dickens' 'American Notes for General Circulation' from some forty years prior, this essay is both entertaining and thought-provoking.-

"The Homely Heroine" is a short story by American author Edna Ferber. It features a writer whose heroines are generally extremely beautiful. But one day, whilst she is out shopping, a shop-keeper asks her why she doesn’t write stories about a homelier heroine. "The Homely Heroine" is followed by "A Bush League Hero," "What she Wore," and "The Man Who Came Back."Edna Ferber (1885-1968) was an American author. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, and of Jewish descent, she suffered a lot from antisemitism, especially as a child, and was riddled with fear as she witness the Nazi Party party rise in Germany and gain followers across the Western world. Ferber won the Pulitzer Prize twice, in 1924 with her novel "So Big" and in 1926 with "Show Boat". Furthermore, her novels "Cimarron" (1930), "Giant" (1952), "Ice Palace" (1958) were each adapted to film. Her novels are remembered and celebrated for their strong female characters and their unique rendering of their American setting.

Durant la guerre de Secession, cinq prisonniers de guerre s'enfuient de Richmond, en Virginie, en detournant une montgolfiere. Une forte tempete les emporte. Apres plusieurs jours passes a naviguer dans le vent et les intemperies, ils atterrissent sur une ile volcanique inconnue dans le Pacifique. Grace a la debrouillardise de Smith, ils parviennent a s'adapter et a survivre sur l'ile, qu'ils nomment l'Ile Lincoln, en l'honneur du president. Apres avoir construit un bateau en etat de naviguer, ils parviennent aussi a identifier leur emplacement geographique : ils sont a environ 2500 kilometres des cotes de la Nouvelle-Zelande. L'Ile Mysterieuse fut publiee pour la premiere fois en 1874 et peut etre vue comme une suite a Vingt mille lieues sous les mers et de Les Enfants du capitaine Grant .-

«La casa de la alegría» fue la novela que consagró a Edith Wharton, saludada desde su publicación como un clásico norteamericano. Huérfana a los diecinueve años, Lily Bart es acogida por una tía en el seno de uno de los más antiguos clanes de la sociedad neoyorquina. Diez años después aún no se ha casado y ni su exigua renta personal ni la generosidad condicional de su protectora han hecho nada para favorecer su independencia. Lily, hermosa, inteligente, con clase, educada para ser un adorno y empujada al mercado del matrimonio, irá poco a poco extraviándose y descendiendo en un mundo de feroces convenciones secretamente regido por la manipulación, el desafecto, el engaño y el chantaje.Edith Wharton (1862-1937) fue una escritora, paisajista y diseñadora estadounidense. Nacida en el seno de la clase alta norteamericana, su obra más conocida es «La edad de la inocencia», publicada en 1920 y ganadora del premio Pulitzer en 1921. En 1923 fue la primera mujer nombrada doctora «honoris causa» por la Universidad de Yale.

Howard Knox is a congressman who wants to expose local corruption. One of the men involved is a businessman called Anthony Starkweather - and he is ready to do anything to stop Knox from having his speech. Things get complicated, however, when Starkweather's daughter builds a friendship with Knox.'Theft: A Play in Four Acts' is a political play by Jack London, and its themes deal with capitalism. -

Alcott's first published work, 'Flower Fables' was originally written for the daughter of her good friend Ralph Waldo Emerson. The worlds of these wonderful fairy tales are populated with elves, fairies and other wonderful magical creatures, which embody goodness, love and responsibility. They are tales crafted with a profound love and appreciation for the natural world, and represent an earnest attempt to pass that love for nature on to a younger audience. This wonderful collection of fairy tales is perfect for young families looking for a fun read that teaches the importance of love and appreciation for the world around you.-

Published in 1907 ‘That Affair at Elizabeth’ is a detective novel set in turn of the century New York City. When bride-to-be Marcia disappears just hours before her wedding, friend of the groom Lester decides to turn detective as he tries to track down the bride and uncover the mysterious reason behind her disappearance. An intriguing classic mystery novel from renowned author Burton E. Stevenson. Burton Egbert Stevenson (1872-1962) was an American author and librarian. Born in Chillicothe, Ohio, Stevenson went on to study at Princeton University, where he worked as a correspondent for the New York Tribune. He was Director of the Chillicothe Public Library – a post which he held for 58 years. Stevenson joined the WWI war effort, setting up a library at Camp Sherman in Ohio which held 40,000 works across 22 branches. As Director of French operations for the Library War Service in 1918 he also established the library which would go on to become the American Library in Paris. He was author of numerous books and anthologies including ‘The Mystery of the Boule Cabinet’ and ‘The Home Book of Quotations’. He died in 1962 in Ohio at the age of 89.

Ferdinand, the King of Navarre, and his three noble companions, the Lords Berowne, Dumaine and Longaville, make a pact. For the next three years, they will focus on their studies while giving up wine, partying and the company of women. To make sure nobody is tempted to stray, Ferdinand bans women from his court. But, as they say, the best-laid plans don't always work out as intended. Soon after, a French princess and her ladies arrive in Navarre on a state visit. They are forced to set up their camp outside the court, as per Ferdinand's decree. So, the king and his men now have to visit the camp where they fall for the princess and her lovely ladies. As the gentlemen are hopelessly trying to disguise their feelings for the women, romantic havoc ensues. -

In 'Perilous Play' we are thrust amongst a group of wealthy Southern Belles and boys on a particularly boring day, until a young doctor among them produces treats infused with cannabis. Taking them eagerly, the group soon finds themselves falling through a raucous, cannabis fuelled thrill ride with some almost fatal consequences. In many ways it is the 19th century equivalent of 'Pineapple Express' but with frocks and no Seth Rogen.-

Í þessu þriðja bindi sagnabálks Topeliusar um Sögur herlæknisins höldum við áfram að fylgjast með lífi Bertels og Regínu. Ævintýraleg fjölskyldu- og örlagasaga sem býr yfir mikilli frásagnargleði, liprum stílbrögðum og skírskotun í sögulegar staðreyndir.Sagan birtist fyrst sem framhaldssaga í dagblaðinu Helsingfors Tidningar á árunum 1851 til 1866 en var þó gefin út skömmu síðar í bókarformi. Íslensk þýðing er í höndum sjálfs Matthíasar Jochumssonar.Rithöfundurinn, ljóðskáldið og blaðamaðurinn Zacharias Topelius (1818-1898) var nokkuð víðförull á sínum ferli; var doktor í sagnfræði, áhrifamaður í frelsisbaráttu Finna gegn Rússum og gegndi meðal annars stöðu rektors við Háskólann í Helsinki.rnVerk hans báru með sér mikinn keim af fornum leyndardóm, dulspeki og jafnvel alkemískum fræðum. En styttri verk hans könnuðu þau miklu áhrif sem iðnbyltinginn hafði á finnskt samfélag.

Une nouvelle sur l'amour et la moralite. La ville est en emoi. Au cours de sa tournee matinale, le garde-champetre a surpris un couple de bourgeois agees bien occupes dans les fourres. Appeles a s'expliquer devant le maire, le mercier parisien et son epouse - qui furent pris en flagrant delit - racontent leurs aspirations, leurs espoirs et leurs reves, et plaident en faveur de l'amour.-

The life of a law clerk at a New York firm is hectic. It can only be made more so by the addition of a murder trial. Alongside his job at Graham & Royce, Lester has a front-row seat to the murder trial of Wall Street multi-millionaire Hiram Holladay. The banker’s loving daughter, Frances, is the prime suspect. This captivating novel details Lester’s experience as he attempts to prove Frances’ innocence. Stevenson’s excellent characters, his thrilling plots, and clever descriptions make this an unmissable introduction to classic mystery for fans of Karen M. McManus’ ‘One of us is lying’.An American author and librarian, Burton Egbert Stevenson (1872-1962) was born in Chillicothe, Ohio. After studying at Princeton, he fought in the First World War, founded a library in Camp Sherman, and worked at Chillicothe City Library for an impressive 58 years. He also founded the American Library in Paris during his posting as the European director of the Library War Service. Alongside this, he was an author, writing and compiling over 50 books across his lifetime. His children’s books and anthologies being his most well-known.