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Packed with carefully selected musings from the likes of ‘Critique of Pure Reason,’ ‘Critique of Judgement,’ and ‘Metaphysics of Morals,’ ‘100 Quotes by Immanuel Kant: Great Philosophers & Their Inspiring Thoughts’ offers an insight into one of the greatest minds of the 18th century.The perfect book to dip in and out of, readers will be fascinated to see just how Kant’s proposals have stood the test of time.A fantastic read for those interested in the great philosopher’s works and anyone with a fascination for the human condition.Born in Königsberg, Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804) was one of Germany’s most important philosophers and a leading figure in the ‘Age of Enlightenment’ movement.At Königsberg University, he was introduced to philosophers such as Leibniz and Wolff, before assembling his ideas for what would later become known as ‘transcendental idealism.’After some years in self-imposed social exile, Kant published his most famous work, ‘Critique of Pure Reason.’ Arguing that some knowledge exists purely as a mental construct, irrespective of experience, he established himself as one of the most forward-thinking philosophers of his generation.

‘100 Quotes by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe’ is a collection of reflections and thoughts from the renowned German novelist, scientist, and philosopher.Goethe's work has had a wide-ranging influence on Western literature as well as political and philosophical thought, and this collection offers a cherry-picked selection of some of his most famous quotes.This collection is perfect for fans of Plato, Emanuel Swedenborg, Montaigne, Napoleon, and Shakespeare all of whom were selected alongside Goethe as one of six ‘representative men’ by American philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson.Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1835) was a German poet, novelist, scientist, and critic. He is widely regarded as the greatest and most influential writer in the German language, and his work includes plays, poetry, literature, as well as discourse on botany and anatomy. What’s more, many of his poems were set to music by composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Liszt.

Embark on a transformative journey of profound ideas and insightful musings with "200 Quotes of Idealist Philosophers: Kant & Schopenhauer."From Kant's categorical imperative to Schopenhauer's philosophy of the will, these quotes offer a glimpse into the profound wisdom that shaped the foundations of idealism.Born in Königsberg, Immanuel Kant (1724 – 1804) was one of Germany’s most important philosophers and a leading figure in the ‘Age of Enlightenment’ movement.Arthur Schopenhauer (1788-1860) was a renowned German philosopher known for his profound insights into the nature of human existence and the meaning of life

'The Conqueror' is a biographical account of Alexander Hamilton's life, the very same Hamilton who achieved fame as one of the American Founding Fathers, and whose life and times inspired the award-winning Broadway musical 'Hamilton'.For lovers of American history and aspiring Alexander Hamilton buffs, 'The Conqueror' is the perfect addition to your bookshelf, shedding light on this important and one-of-a-kind historical figure. By intertwining fascinating biographical details with exciting and sensational historical fiction, the novel constantly engages the reader with the plot line for an overall page-turning experience.Gertrude Atherton was an American author who lived in the period 1857-1948. She wrote novels, short stories, essays and articles, and her work often dealt with feminism and politics. Her personal life inspired her to write about women and their rights as she felt genuine disappointment in her own marriage, because her husband was not willing to let her be a writer. After his death, Atherton opened up to the world and started developing her career as a novelist. She is best known for the novel "Black Oxen" which was published in 1923. The work was so well accepted by the public, that it was made into a silent film the same year. In 1946 she published the autobiography "My San Francisco: A Wayward Biography".

‘Taras Bulbas’ is a literary epic following an older Cossack named Taras Bulba who takes his sons to war with him against the Poles who rule all of Ukraine. It is a piece of romantic nationalism, inspired by the historical cultural identity of Ukraine and some of it’s most famous heroes. Taras himself is inspired by multiple famous Ukrainians in history, seen as a paragon of civic virtue, he will do anything for the Ukrainian cause. He is unflinching in his loyalty and kill anyone in his path towards national liberation, friend or foe, and even family. It is an action packed novel, fast paced and powered by the strength of it’s main characters, if you loved the action of ‘Dracula Untold’ you will love this epic.Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol was one of the first writers to adopt surrealism and the grotesque in his work as well as being one of Russia’s most acclaimed authors. He is acknowledged as one of the founders of the short story genre alongside Nathaniel Hawthorne and E.T.A Hoffman. His early writing was largely inspired by his time spent growing up in Ukraine, it’s culture and it’s folklore, while his later writing targeted and satirised the political corruption of the Russian Empire. His unique and strange form of writing similar to the ‘ostranenie’ technique, allowed his audience to see familiar topics and stories from a completely new perspective. Acknowledged for his brilliance by many acclaimed authors such as Fedor Dostoevsky his best works include ‘Dead Souls’, ‘Taras Bulba’ and ‘Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka’.

La colección más completa de la obra poética de García de la Huerta. El libro recoge algunas de sus poesías más conocidas, sonetos, idilios y cantos. Muchas de las obras incluidas en este volumen fueron encargos reales para ensalzar la geografía y cultura española. También incluye romances, poesía burlesca, poesía en latín, traducciones de autores clásicos y obras sueltas del autor como Endimión, un poema épico.Vicente García de la huerta (1734-1787) fue un poeta y dramaturgo español. Inició sus estudios en la Universidad de Salamanca, hasta que su protector, Duque de Alba, lo ayudó a entrar en varias academias de letras y artes. En 1766 tuvo que huir a París, donde fue espiado por la embajada española. No fue hasta 1777 que pudo volver a Madrid. García de la Huerta estaba muy interesado en reavivar el teatro español y para ello creó una antología de teatro clásico que levantó muchas quejas al dejarse a autores esenciales como Lope de Vega o Tirso de Molina. Murió en Madrid.

B.S. Ingemann er en af Danmarks fineste forfattere, og hans eventyrlige historier og skønne sprog har længe været en fornøjelse for både store og små læsere. I anledning af hundredåret for den store eventyrdigters fødselsdag udgav Richard Petersen en biografi om ham, som henvender sig til lægmand og ikke blot de litterære spidser. Bogen omhandler B.S. Ingemanns barndom og ungdom, hans dramatiske værker, udlandsrejser og den inspiration, hans bragte med sig hjem, samt hans spændende virke som forfatter.Richard Petersen (1838-1905) var en dansk præst, forfatter og historiker, der udgav en lang række bøger om store skikkelser inden for litteraturens verden, kristendommen og historien. Richard Petersen var grundtvigianer, hvilket tydeligt kommer til udtryk i hans forfatterskab. Han er særligt kendt for sine biografier om Henrik Steffens, Frederik Barfoed, B.S. Ingemann og Jung-Stilling.

Den danske præst og historiker Richard Petersen fortæller i bogen her fra 1890 om et af sine største forbilleder inden for den gejstlige verden. Den tyske forfatter Johann Heinrich Jung (1740-1817), som skrev under pseudonymet Heinrich Stilling, var en nær ven af Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, og hans bøger giver på smuk og ligefrem vis udtryk for den pietisme, som han blev kendt for i både sit hjemland og i resten af Europa. Richard Petersens beretning om Jung-Stillings liv og syn på kristendommen er en varm og hjertelig skildring af den store mand og dennes tanker om menneskets forhold til Gud og religion.Richard Petersen (1838-1905) var en dansk præst, forfatter og historiker, der udgav en lang række bøger om store skikkelser inden for litteraturens verden, kristendommen og historien. Richard Petersen var grundtvigianer, hvilket tydeligt kommer til udtryk i hans forfatterskab. Han er særligt kendt for sine biografier om Henrik Steffens, Frederik Barfoed, B.S. Ingemann og Jung-Stilling.

‘When you are more intimately acquainted with my Alice, you will not be surprised, Lucy, to see the dear creature drink a little too much; for such things happen every day. She has many rare and charming qualities, but sobriety is not one of them.’Decidedly strange, illogical and out of the norm, "Jack and Alice" depicts life in Pammydiddle, a pleasant English town with a love of parties, scandal and gossip.The work is full of parody and a pastiche of many literary trends of the time. Another classic short story from Austen's "juvenilia", written in her teenage years and originally shared with her family and friends. Full of bold, ridiculous characters and the satire she would later be famed for, it is the perfect insight into the quick-witted mind of young Austen.Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life, she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, which are all considered literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she lived, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable adaptation is Joe Wright's 2005 Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession).

"I cannot imagine," said Sir Godfrey to his Lady, "why we continue in such deplorable Lodgings as these, in a paltry Market-town, while we have 3 good houses of our own situated in some of the finest parts of England, and perfectly ready to receive us!"Another classic short story from Austen's "juvenilia", written in her teenage years and originally shared with her family and friends. Quick-witted, fun and full of the satire she would later be famed for, it is the perfect insight into the mind of young AustenAuthor Robert Rodi enjoyed this story so much that he expanded the short piece into a full-length novel in the mature Austen style.Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life, she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, which are all considered literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she lived, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable adaptation is Joe Wright's 2005 Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession).

What do we usually find in Jane Austen's novels? At least one girl with a conflict and a handsome man or two to rush in and save the day. If nothing else, Jane was a romantic through and through!Catharine is a young orphan being raised in the country. Her best friends are the four children of the vicar. After the vicar’s death, they have been sent off to various locations to make their way in the world.Mr. and Mrs. Stanley come to visit Catharine and her guardian aunt. They have a daughter Camilla, and a handsome son Edward. Camilla and Catharine become friends and Camilla is sure that Catharine and Edward will become a couple.The heroine, Catharine Percival, is young and naive, but intelligent and spirited. Although she is an orphan, as befits the heroine of a novel written in the late eighteenth century, she is hampered in her adventures by her loving aunt who is overprotective and fearful of the worldCatharine is soon visiting London as well. Will she reunite with her old friends? Will Catharine and Edward become a couple or will something from the past force them apart?Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, that are all considered as literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she evolved, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable film adapted from a Jane Austen novel is Pride and Prejudice from 2005 starring Keira Knightley ( known from Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen.

'Mr. Harley was one of many children. Destined by his father for the church and by his mother for the sea, desirous of pleasing both, he prevailed on Sir John to obtain for him a chaplaincy on board a Man of War. He accordingly cut his hair and sailed.'A short but interesting flash fiction story dedicated to a midshipman on board the Perseverance.Written by a teenage Jane Austen, who loved to read her work to her family, these short stories are a perfect insight into the mind of young Austen.Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life, she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, which are all considered literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she lived, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable adaptation is Joe Wright's 2005 Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession).

Do you love humorous and amusing stories? Then you will love this short story written by none other than Jane Austen when she was still a young teenager."In a retired part of the County of Sussex, there is a village (for what I know to the contrary) called Evelyn, perhaps one of the most beautiful spots in the south of England. A gentleman passing through it on horseback about twenty years ago, was so entirely of my opinion in this respect, that he put up at the little alehouse in it and enquired with great earnestness whether there were any house to be left in the parish."With over-the-top characters and the hero's exhilarating freedom, this novel is a fascinating look into young Austen's mind.Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life, she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, that are all considered as literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she evolved, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable film adapted from a Jane Austen novel is Pride and Prejudice from 2005 starring Keira Knightley (kbown for Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen.

'Being good People themselves, their first & principal care was to incite in her a Love of Virtue & a Hatred of Vice, in which they so well succeeded (Eliza having a natural turn that way herself) that when she grew up, she was the delight of all who knew her.'That was until Eliza was caught stealing a pound50 note and was thrown out by her benefactors.A classic short story from Austen's "juvenilia", written in her teenage years and originally shared with her family and friends. The perfect insight into the mind of young Austen.Jane Austen (1775-1817) is one of the most beloved British writers of all time. During her short life, she published six novels: ´Sense and Sensibility´, ´Pride and Prejudice´, ´Mansfield Park´, ´Emma´, ´Northanger Abbey´ and ´Persuasion´, which are all considered literary classics today.Her writing is full of sharp observations on the society in which she lived, as well as ripe with timeless irony, and a solid dose of humour. She has created immortal characters that have inspired countless authors, novels, and movies such as Bridget Jones and Clueless.The most notable adaptation is Joe Wright's 2005 Pride and Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley (Pirates of the Caribbean) and Matthew Macfadyen (Succession).

Peter der Große war zwar persönlich ein Mensch, dem man heute wohl Hyperaktivität diagnostizieren würde, aber er verfolgte konsequent langfristige Ziele, wie er bei der Modernisierung seines Landes und der Gründung von Sankt Petersburg bewies. Russland kennzeichnet sich auch heute durch eine sehr geschichtsbezogene Denkweise - ganz im Gegensatz zur europäischen Politik. Dieses G/Geschichte Porträt nimmt das bis heute zwiespältige Erbe Peters des Großen in den Blick und stellt spannende aktuelle Bezüge her.Die vielfältigen G/Geschichte Magazine entführen den Leser über alle Epochen hinweg von der Antike bis in die Neuzeit an die Schauplätze historischer Ereignisse. Lassen Sie sich mitnehmen auf die Raubzüge der Wikinger, in die Arena zum Gladiatorenkampf oder zu den großen Kriegsschauplätzen der Welt.

Johannes Ewald (1743-1781) var allerede under sin egen levetid en af Danmarks mest elskede digtere, ikke mindst fordi han var den første moderne digter i Danmark, der skrev ud fra et personligt synspunkt. Louis Bobé tegner et spændende portræt af den store digter, der levede et spændende og omskifteligt liv som præstesøn, der steg til de højeste klasser i samfundet på vingerne af sit store talent.Bogen blev oprindeligt udgivet i 1943.Louis Theodor Alfred Bobé (1867-1951) var en dansk historiker og forfatter. Han arbejdede i en lang årrække som arkivar og var desuden ordenshistoriograf. Louis Bobé udgav mange bøger om historie og historiske personer på både dansk og tysk. Han modtog en række ordner for sit virke som historiker heriblandt 1. grad af Dannebrogsordenen, Dansk Røde Kors Mindetegn for Krigsfangehjælp samt Officerkorset af Oranien-Nassau-ordenen.

"Den bedst kendte Holberg-figur er nok ham, der vågner op i baronens seng og ikke ved, om han drømmer eller er vågen. Hvad hedder han?Hvad ville H.C. Andersen være, før han begyndte at digte?Var Thit Jensen i familie med Johannes V. Jensen?"Litteratur behøver ikke bare være noget, man sidder med alene og fordyber sig i. John Chr. Jørgensens "Litteratur-quiz for hele familien" stiller 570 spørgsmål om både dansk og udenlandsk litteratur med svar på følgende side. Bogen er den perfekte kombination af lærdom og sjov for hele familien eller vennekredsen.John Chr. Jørgensen (f.1944) er en dansk litteraturforsker og har været tilknyttet Københavns Universitet siden 1969. Han har desuden været litteraturkritiker ved både Politiken og Ekstra Bladet. John Chr. Jørgensen var desuden én af hovedkræfterne bag Dansk forfatterleksikon, 1-2 fra 2001.

Curiosa incursión del dramaturgo Manuel Bretón de los Herreros, especializado en el género de la comedia teatral, en el género de la zarzuela. Durante las fiestas de Aravaca, tiene lugar un triángulo amoroso entre la marquesa de la región, el apuesto don Juan y el menos gallardo pero más noble don Luis. Este último se servirá de Marta, la sirvienta de la marquesa, para urdir un plan que le gane su amor.Manuel Bretón de los Herreros fue un dramaturgo y poeta español nacido en Quel (Logroño) en 1796 y fallecido en Madrid en 1873. Periodista errante hasta afincarse por fin en Madrid, se especializó en el teatro y llegó a formar parte de la Real Academia. Sus obras teatrales le granjearon no poca fama en el Madrid de la época, llegando a escribir más de 360 títulos. Se le recuerda como uno de los dramaturgos más prolíficos y relevantes de su tiempo.

Kirjailija muuttaa Pariisista aurinkoisen Provencen sydämeen ja ostaa hylättynä olleen myllyn. Hän seuraa katseellaan paikallisia ihmisiä, tuttuja ja tuntemattomia, ja kuvaa heitä lyhyissä katkelmissaan luonnosmaisin, nopein vedoin. Koko seutu on täynnä tallentamattomia pieniä tarinoita ja ihmiskohtaloita, joita kukaan muu ei ole tullut tallentaneeksi.Alphonse Daudet'n novellikokoelma jäi kirjailijansa tunnetuimmaksi työksi. 1800-luvun Ranskaan johdattava kokoelma paljastaa Daudet'n omalaatuiseksi tarkkailijaksi, jota kiehtovat niin tavalliset ihmiset, eläimet kuin rakennuksetkin.Alphonse Daudet (1840–1897) oli ranskalainen kirjailija, joka muistetaan erityisesti novellikokoelmasta Kirjeitä myllyltäni. Daudet oli kotoisin Etelä-Ranskasta, jonka maalaiskyliä ja ihmisiä hän kuvaa tarkalla, naturalistisella otteella.

A potent, touching, heart wrenching tale of love, desire and hope.‘The Sorrows of Young Werther’ is a tale composed in the form of letters from the young Werther himself, to his friend Wilhelm, documenting the pains of the emotion he feels from his unrequited love.Having fallen in love with village of Wahlheim, Werther falls hopelessly head over heels for beautiful Charlotte, a local girl who is already engaged to another man. This is a story that is familiar to all of us and indeed the author himself saying it is a creation which he "fed with the blood of my own heart", and it shows.With vivid description and characters that come to life on the page, it incorporates dramatic twists with the full scale of human emotion. It is a perfect book for anyone, because, we have all been Werther at one point.Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe (1749-1832) was a German, poet, playwright novelist and scientist, he is to this day considered the greatest German literary figure of the modern age. He was an early leader in the ‘Sturm and Drang’ literary movement, which emphasised individual subjectivity and the freedom to express extremes of emotion, seemingly repressed by the Enlightenment. He is a figure held by philosophers and essayists as being in league with Plato, Napoleon and Shakespeare. His most notable works such as ‘The Sorrows of Young Werther’ , ‘Wilhelm Meister’s Apprenticeship’ and ‘Faust’ are to this day referred to as some of the best literary work, ever completed.

Eletään vuotta 1718 Pariisissa. Salaliitto suunnittelee sieppaavansa Ranskaa johtavan Filip II:n, Orléansin herttuan. Ritari d’Harmental on osa salaliittoa, mutta viime aikoina hänen aikansa on vienyt lähinnä uusi rakastettu. Kaunis ja musikaalinen Bathilde täyttää ritari d’Harmentalin ajatukset päivin ja öin. Kun salaliiton suunnitelmat eivät toteudu odotetulla tavalla, myös ritari d’Harmental joutuu vaikeuksiin. Joutuuko hän maksamaan osallisuudestaan hengellään?Rakkaus voittaa kaikki päättää jännittävän seikkailusarjan. Edelliset osat ovat Ritari d'Harmental ja Salaliitto.

Eletään vuotta 1718 Pariisissa. Ritari d’Harmental on mies, joka ei kaihda seikkailuja. Vitsailua d’Harmental ei kuitenkaan siedä. Kun hänestä ja hänen sydänkäpysestään Sophie d’Avernesta tehdään pilaa, d’Harmental on valmis taisteluun. D’Harmental ei kuitenkaan arvaa, että pian hän on sekaantunut johonkin miekkataistelua suurempaan asiaan. Ranskan kuningas Ludvig XV on alaikäinen, ja hallitusta hoitaa sen takia Filip II, Orléansin herttua. Kaikki eivät ole herttuaan tyytyväisiä. Herttuaa vastustaa kokonainen salaliitto – mutta kummalla puolella sitä ritari d’Harmental mahtaa seisoa? Ritari d’Harmental aloittaa jännittävän seikkailukirjasarjan. Seuraavat osat ovat Salaliitto ja Rakkaus voittaa kaikki.Ritari d’Harmental ei epäröi vetää miekkaansa esiin, jos hänen kunniaansa loukataan. Kun Ranskan sijaishallitsija onnistuu suututtamaan d’Harmentalin, hänellä on syytä pelätä. Onnistuuko salaliitto syöksemään hallitsijan vallasta?Alexandre Dumas (1802–1870) syntyi pikkukaupungissa lähellä Pariisia. Dumas’n isoäiti oli afrikkalaislähtöinen, karibialainen orja, minkä vuoksi myös Dumas kohtasi elämässään paljon rasismia. Kirjailijana Dumas on tunnettu erityisesti historiallisista romaaneistaan ja seikkailuistaan, jotka ovat tehneet hänestä maailman luetuimman ranskalaisen kirjailijan. Dumas kirjoitti myös näytelmiä sekä artikkeleita sanoma- ja aikakauslehtiin.

Eletään vuotta 1718 Pariisissa. Ritari d’Harmental on liittynyt salaliittoon, joka vastustaa Ranskaa johtavaa Filip II:ta, Orléansin herttuaa. Ritari d’Harmentalilla on hyvin olennainen rooli sieppauksessa, jota salaliitto suunnittelee. Kun d’Harmental odottaa sieppauksen toteuttamista, hänen keskittymisensä vie aivan muu asia. Naapurustossa asuu nimittäin harvinaisen viehättävä nuori nainen nimeltään Bathilde. Onko ritari d’Harmental rakastumassa kesken kaiken?Salaliitto on toinen osa jännittävässä seikkailusarjassa. Ensimmäinen osa on Ritari d’Harmental ja kolmas osa on Rakkaus voittaa kaikki.Ritari d’Harmental ei epäröi vetää miekkaansa esiin, jos hänen kunniaansa loukataan. Kun Ranskan sijaishallitsija onnistuu suututtamaan d’Harmentalin, hänellä on syytä pelätä. Onnistuuko salaliitto syöksemään hallitsijan vallasta?Alexandre Dumas (1802–1870) syntyi pikkukaupungissa lähellä Pariisia. Dumas’n isoäiti oli afrikkalaislähtöinen, karibialainen orja, minkä vuoksi myös Dumas kohtasi elämässään paljon rasismia. Kirjailijana Dumas on tunnettu erityisesti historiallisista romaaneistaan ja seikkailuistaan, jotka ovat tehneet hänestä maailman luetuimman ranskalaisen kirjailijan. Dumas kirjoitti myös näytelmiä sekä artikkeleita sanoma- ja aikakauslehtiin.

Unfairly dismissed from her role as a governess after her lecherous employer forces himself upon her, Druscilla Morley is determined to keep her head down. Dressing drably to hide her beauty, she is surprised to find an old acquaintance staying with her new family. Valdo, Lord Marquis of Lynche, is handsome, charming and an absolute rogue. It soon becomes clear that he is having an affair with the lady of the house and proposes a marriage of convenience to Druscilla to cover his tracks.From miserable governess to Marchioness of Lynche, Druscilla can hardly believe her luck but are her feelings for the Lord Marquis as uncomplicated as it seems?An early contender in the fake dating genre, "The Audacious Adventuress" is perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Eloisa James and Merry Farmer.In her lifetime, British author Barbara Cartland wrote over 700 novels and was most famous for her contemporary and historical romances.A prominent figure in London society, the young Cartland began her writing career as a gossip columnist for the Daily Express. It was partying in 1920's London that gave her inspiration for her first book, "Jigsaw", a racy society thriller.After marrying into the McCorquodale family, she began writing romance and holds a Guinness World Record for the most number of books published in one year: 191. Her books have been translated into many different languages, as well as adapted for stage and screen. She is beloved the world over and even counts the young Princess Diana as one of her many fans.

En esta comedia teatral de corte histórico del dramaturgo Manuel Bretón de los Herrereros, asistimos a la dolorosa separación de la noble Serafina y su amado don Juan, quien ha de marcharse a guerrear por el rey. La llegada del enemigo a la villa de Jadraque pondrá patas arriba sus pretensiones de seguir con su amor.Manuel Bretón de los Herreros fue un dramaturgo y poeta español nacido en Quel (Logroño) en 1796 y fallecido en Madrid en 1873. Periodista errante hasta afincarse por fin en Madrid, se especializó en el teatro y llegó a formar parte de la Real Academia. Sus obras teatrales le granjearon no poca fama en el Madrid de la época, llegando a escribir más de 360 títulos. Se le recuerda como uno de los dramaturgos más prolíficos y relevantes de su tiempo.

¡Viva la República! es una novela histórica del autor Vicente Blasco Ibáñez. Aparecida en un primer momento por entregas, es un relato ficcionado de los momentos más relevantes de la Revolución Francesa, en la que se mezclan personajes relevantes de la política española como Godoy con actores principales del episodio histórico, como Dantón y Marat. Se la considera una obra capital tanto de la novela histórica como del relato de aventuras.Vicente Blasco Ibañez fue un autor español nacido en Valencia en 1867 y fallecido en Menton (Francia) en 1928. Periodista, político y escritor, se le considera uno de los pilares de las letras españolas de todos los tiempos. De ideas republicanas y progresistas, es uno de los mayores exponentes del movimiento realista y naturalista en España.

I nærheden af Zürick, på slottet Greifensee, der ligger ved søen af samme navn, residerer ungkarl og landfoged Salomon Landolt. I en sen alder får han den idé at indbyde de fem kvinder, han i tidens løb har været forelsket i, men som alle har afvist ham."Landfogden på Greifensee" blev oprindeligt udgivet som en del af Gottfried Kellers "Züricher Novellen" (1878-79).Gottfried Keller (1819-1890) var en schweizisk digter, der i dag regnes som en af de største historiefortællere i tysksproget litteratur. Som ung drømte han om at blive kunstmaler, men da dette ikke lykkedes, kastede han sig i stedet over digtningen. Hans hovedværk og litterære gennembrud er den selvbiografiske roman "Der grüne Heinrich" (1854-55), og han fulgte siden succesen op med endnu en roman og adskillige novellesamlinger.

Frankreich, am Vorabend der Französischen Revolution. Die Nationalversammlung steht vor der Entscheidung um Krieg oder Frieden. Verschiedene Mächte kämpfen um Einfluss und schließlich kommt es zu der unvermeidlichen Kriegserklärung aus Paris. In dieser schicksalsgeladenen Nacht verfasst der junge Franzose Claude Rouget de Lisle ein Musikstück, das ungeahnte Tragkraft entfalten soll...Stefan Zweig (1881-1942) gehörte zu den bekanntesten deutschsprachigen Schriftstellern und den bedeutendsten Vertretern des literarischen Realismus. Er studierte Germanistik und Romanistik und promovierte 1904 in Wien. Von 1919 bis 1934 lebte er in Salzburg, bevor er schließlich nach London emigrierte. Zu seinen bekanntesten Werken zählt neben Sternstunden der Menschheit auch die Schachnovelle, die kürzlich für das Kino adaptiert wurde.

Abigail Wendover er en velbegavet og smuk ung kvinde, der vælter sig i beundrere, som hun imidlertid ikke interesserer sig synderligt meget for. Helt anderledes står det til med Abigails unge niece Fanny, der naiv og uskyldig, som hun er, forelsker sig i lykkejægeren Stacy Calverleigh, som ikke har nogen skrupler med at udnytte den unge pige.Abigail forsøger at overbevise Fanny om, at Stacy ikke er den, hun tror, men den unge pige vil ikke tro hende. Da Stacys onkel Miles Calverleigh ankommer til byen, håber Abigail, at hun har fundet en, der vil hjælpe med at forhindre Stacys forsøg på at udnytte Fanny, men hun opdager hurtigt, at Miles ikke er som alle de andre. Det er ikke for ingenting, at han bliver kaldt familiens sorte får, og alligevel kan han vække følelser hos Abigail, som ingen mænd ellers har kunnet nå – både af den gode, den dårlige og den skræmmende slags!"Det sorte får" tager os med tilbage til Jane Austens univers af intriger, kærlighed og spændinger i Regency-periodens England.Georgette Heyer (1902-1974) var en britisk forfatter, der er mest kendt for sine Jane Austen-inspirerede historiske romancer og sine thrillere. Hun udgav i en årrække både en romantisk roman og en thriller om året og var en aktiv forfatter indtil sin død i 1974, hvor 48 af hendes værker stadig var i produktion.

Venetia er 25 år, og efter Regency-periodens standard er hun allerede godt på vej til at blive gammeljomfru. Den smukke, intelligente kvinde er ikke interesseret i nogen af sine bejlere, for hun vil kun giftes med en mand, hun virkelig elsker. Da den berygtede lord Jasper Damerel efter mange års rejser vender tilbage til sit gods, der støder op til Venetias, skaber det et vældigt postyr i det lille samfund. Der går endeløse rygter om hans eskapader og ugerninger rundt om i verden, men den ellers så fattede og afklarede Venetia begynder pludselig at mærke den følelse, hun ellers kun har læst om i bøger... forelskelse.Lord Damerel er tydeligvis også betaget af Venetia, men hun tør ikke give ham sit hjerte, før hun har fundet ud af, om der virkelig banker et blødt og nobelt hjerte et sted i den berygtede libertiners bryst.Georgette Heyers historiske roman "Venetia" tager os med tilbage til Jane Austens univers af intriger, kærlighed og spændinger i Regency-periodens England.Georgette Heyer (1902-1974) var en britisk forfatter, der er mest kendt for sine Jane Austen-inspirerede historiske romancer og sine thrillere. Hun udgav i en årrække både en romantisk roman og en thriller om året og var en aktiv forfatter indtil sin død i 1974, hvor 48 af hendes værker stadig var i produktion.