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Young Jolyon Forsyte develops a friendship with his cousin Soames' estranged wife Irene. As the friendship blooms into something more, Irene’s divorce is not going as smoothly as hoped. Instead of divorcing his wife Soames embarks on a far more destructive course of action.'In Chancery' (1920) was written by English author and playwright John Galsworthy and is the second novel in his masterpiece, 'The Forsyte Saga'. The Forsyte Saga (1922) is a series of three novels and two interludes published between 1906 and 1921, all of which have been adapted for television.John Galsworthy (1867-1933) was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his masterpiece 'The Forsyte Saga', which won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932. The trilogy depicts an upper-class English family in the years 1886-1926. It was adapted for TV in 2002 for the ITV network starring Damian Lewis, Rupert Graves and Gina McKee.In his stories, Galsworthy addresses social issues, family life, and the upper-middle class, in which he strongly criticised the morals and ideals of Victorian England. Among his other prominent works are 'From the Four Winds', 'The Silver Box', 'The Country House', and 'The Skin Game'.

Jules Verne’s “The Lottery Ticket” is a story about a message in a bottle with a twist. Hulda Hansen’s husband-to-be Ole embarks on a journey with a fishing boat with the hope to get rich and provide for his future family. However Ole never returns. The only thing left of him is a bottle with a note to Hulda and … a lottery ticket. Is it a winning one? What will Hulda win and is it going to be worth it if Ole is really dead? Verne masterfully weaves conflict, intrigue, and a strange chain of events around something as small as a piece of paper.Jules Verne (1828 – 1905) was a French author, whose works are thought to have seen the beginnings of the science-fiction genre. During his career, Verne wrote more than 60 novels, 54 of which were part of the ‘Extraordinary Voyages’ series. Many f his famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss,’20,000 Leagues Under the Sea,’ starring James Mason, and ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth,’ starring Brendan Fraser.

Regarded as one of his finest works, Henry James' ‘The Bostonians’ (1886) is a brilliant satire about the women’s rights movement in America.Verena Tarrant is an inspirational feminist speaker, but her two disparate cousins are at loggerheads as they seek to control her future. Boston feminist Olive Chancellor hopes to turn Verena into a famous activist, while Basil Ransom, a southern lawyer, hopes to win Verena’s heart.Fans of ´The Bostonians´ might want to watch the movie adaptation from 1984, starring Christopher Reeve and Vanessa Redgrave.Henry James (1843-1916) was an American-born British author, and one of the founders of the school of realism in fiction. His inventive use of interior monologues and unreliable narrators brought complexity and depth to his work, making him hugely popular.A prolific writer, he published numerous novels, articles, travel books, biographies and plays. Among his best-known works are ‘Daisy Miller’ (1879), ‘The Portrait of a Lady’ (1881), and ‘The Bostonians’ (1886).Many of his stories have been adapted for TV and film, but it is his celebrated Gothic novella ‘The Turn of the Screw’ (1898), regarded as one of the greatest ghost stories ever written, that has been adapted more than any other. Most recently, the eponymous 2009 BBC TV series starring Michelle Dockery, and the Netflix series, ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ (2020).James was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1911, 1912, and 1916.

‘The Begum’s Fortune’ follows the plans of two scientists, the French physicist, Sarrasin, and German, Schultz. Each has a share in inheriting a vast fortune and sets about spending it on the project of their dreams. A humanitarian, Sarrasin builds the city, Frankville, dedicated to upholding the health of its citizens. Schultz, however, constructs Steeltown, which is devoted to the creation of weapons of war. Astonishingly prescient, ‘The Begum’s Fortune’ predicts a number of technological advances, including incendiary bombs, satellites, and even mobile phones. A taut and thought-provoking read for those with an interest in dystopian futures.Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870) which was also released as a film, starring James Mason, and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant.

The story of a young girl raised in isolation in preparation to marry the King of Ulster sounds at first a little outdated.That is until you call it what it is - an arranged marriage and child abuse.These are themes that continue to exist and they give 'Deirdre' a resonance in the 21st century.The girl at the heart of the story eventually falls in love with a young man and they run away to Scotland - cue much relief.There is a nasty twist in the tale, however, when she is lured back to Ireland many years later.The story, which is based on Irish myth and legend, has echoes of the 1993 movie 'The Piano', starring Holly Hunter and Harvey Keitel, in which a mute Scottish woman was sold into marriage by her father to a frontiersman in New Zealand.James Stephens (1880-1950) was an Irish novelist and poet who based many of his works of myth and legend from Ireland's past.Life imitated art when he created his own myth - claiming to have been born on the same day as literary legend James Joyce ('Ulysses', 'Finnegans Wake').His father died when he was two and his mother remarried, leading to his being committed to a boys' school when caught begging on the streets.During time as a solicitor and a registrar at the National Gallery of Ireland, Stephens took up writing.He is best known for 'Irish Fairy Tales' and 'The Crock of Gold', while he also wrote an influential account of the 1916 Easter Rising, describing the death of his friend Thomas MacDonagh.

Jules Verne’s, ‘Tribulations of a Chinaman in China’ is an adventure novel exploring the themes of true happiness, and the real value of life. Kin-Fo is a young and extremely rich man who suddenly loses his fortune. He decides that there is no point in living but, since it’s impossible for him to take his own life, he asks his mentor, the philosopher, Wang, to do the deed for him. Things go wrong when Wang decides to give the task to a bandit. However what Kin-Fo does not know is that there is a plan going on behind his back and he is to be taught a lesson he’ll remember for the rest of his life – however long that might be...Using humour, adventure and important life lessons, Verne questions whether we need to lose something in order to appreciate it.Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870), and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), the last of which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant.

You’re invited to wander the streets of Paris with France’s literary greats. Weaving a remarkable collection from the very best romantic writers, tales of love, loss, and laughter never felt so good.With classics such as Victor Hugo’s ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ and Gaston Leroux ‘The Phantom of the Opera’, you’ll peak behind the scenes at some of the West End’s most remarkable musicals.But it’s not all rosy and bright. In 18th-century France, Charles Dicken’s ‘A Tale of Two Cities’ and Émile Zola’s ‘Nana’ portrays the harsh and raw reality for some of society’s most struggling protagonists. This collection will leave you questioning wealth and worth at a time when struggles were rife.Ideal for fans of ‘Les Misérables’ starring Eddie Redmayne, Hugh Jackman, and Anne Hathaway, this unmissable collection is a must-read for French history, art, and culture fanatics.Gaston Leroux (1868-1927) was a French journalist and author of detective fiction. He is best known for writing the epic novel ‘The Phantom of the Opera’, now a musical masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Weber.Gustave Flaubert (1821-1880) was a French novelist and pioneer of literary realism. His work spans ‘Madame Bovary’, ‘Sentimental Education’, and ‘Three Tales’.Victor Hugo (1802 – 1885) was a Romantic writer and politician. Celebrated for his internationally renowned epic novel, adapted into the Academy Award-Winning film, ‘Les Misérables’, his literary output also includes ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’.Émile Zola (1840-1902) was a French novelist, playwright, and one of the most influential writers of French naturalism. Zola’s best-known works include ‘Germinal’, ‘Nana’, and ‘Work’.Celebrated as one of the greatest novelists of the Victorian era, Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic. His works include ‘Oliver Twist’, ‘A Christmas Carol’, and ‘Great Expectations’.

When playboy stockbroker Alvin Benson is found dead in his New York mansion with a bullet through his head, it sends shock waves through the city that never sleeps.Detectives descend - and so does amateur detective Philo Vance, who immediately notices that Benson's toupee and false teeth are missing.With the police always two steps behind, Vance sets off in pursuit of a mysterious killer. Along the way, skeletons fall out of every cupboard he opens in the homes of New York's rich and powerful.Can Vance dodge danger, negotiate the petty politics and catch the killer?'The Benson Murder Case' is ideal for fans of other amateur sleuths, including Agatha Christie's 'Miss Marple' and 'Poirot' and the wannabe detectives in Richard Osman's 'The Thursday Murder Club'.S.S. Van Dine (1888-1939) is the novelist pseudonym of American art critic Willard Huntington Wright.As an art critic, he was an influential name in pre-First World War New York, using a pseudonym when writing detective novels.He created the popular fictional amateur detective Philo Vance in the 1920s when he was seriously ill and confined to bed for many months.His 12 Philo Vance novels made him one of the best-selling US authors in the inter-war years.

‘North against South’ is Verne’s comment on the American Civil War. Farmer, James Burbank, is committed to the abolition of slavery, while former slaver, Texar, is a fervent supporter. However, Texar has another axe to grind with the farmer, as the result of his criminal past. Using all his wiles and resources, Texar conducts the perfect plan to exact his bitter revenge.At its heart, ‘North against South’ is an adventure story. However, Verne infuses it with social commentary and vivid details surrounding the Civil War and the lives that people led back in the late 17th Century. A tense and fascinating read for fans of films such as ‘Glory,’ starring Denzel Washington.Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870) which was also released as a film, starring James Mason, and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant.

What really happens when you meet your doppelganger?Well, if you are "dangerously antisocial" and your double is charming, well-liked and has the social skills that you lack, then they take over your life by pretending to be you!Dostoevsky’s novella 'The Double' follows the life of Golyadkin, a low-level official who is a dangerous sociopath. After a misadventure at a birthday party, Golyadkin has a chance meeting with Golyadkin Junior – his double who looks just like him.The theme of the doppelgänger runs potent in the story, together with universal ones like depression, sorrow, alienation, and social injustice. The only solution for the protagonist is the asylum, where his mind can finally be at piece.A sardonic, Gogolian tale of absurdity and social criticism that is proven to be a great read.Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) was a famous Russian writer of novels, short stories, and essays. A connoisseur of the troubled human psyche and the relationships between the individuals, Dostoevsky’s oeuvre covers a large area of subjects: politics, religion, social issues, philosophy, and the uncharted realms of the psychological.There have been at least 30 film and TV adaptations of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s 1866 novel “Crime and Punishment” with probably the most popular being the British BBC TV series starring John Simm as Raskolnikov and Ian McDiarmid as Porfiry Petrovich.“The Idiot” has also been adapted for films and TV, as has “Demons” and “The Brothers Karamazov".

An alcoholic will always put their need for drink before their family and, sadly, this story is no different.'Netochka Nezvanova' is an unfinished novel by Dostoevsky that the author started writing before his arrest and exile to Siberia. Telling the story of Netochka, born in the family of a drunken father who drives them to poverty, the novel shifts its focus on the heroine’s psychological state and the resulting trauma from her “rescue” by an aristocratic family.A tale of tormented artists, family abuse, and melodramatic responses, 'Netochka Nezvanova' is a very eye-opening read.Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881) was a famous Russian writer of novels, short stories, and essays. A connoisseur of the troubled human psyche and the relationships between the individuals, Dostoevsky’s oeuvre covers a large area of subjects: politics, religion, social issues, philosophy, and the uncharted realms of the psychological.There have been at least 30 film and TV adaptations of Fyodor Dostoyevsky’s 1866 novel 'Crime and Punishment' with probably the most popular being the British BBC TV series starring John Simm as Raskolnikov and Ian McDiarmid as Porfiry Petrovich.'The Idiot' has also been adapted for films and TV, as has 'Demons' and 'The Brothers Karamazov'.

Jolyon Forsyte may be an old man and the new owner of the Soames house, but he has struck up an unlikely friendship with young Irene. Over a long summer, he slowly falls in love with her and makes decisions that will send shockwaves through his family.'Indian Summer' (1918) was written by English author and playwright John Galsworthy, and is the first interlude in his masterpiece 'The Forsyte Saga'.The Forsyte Saga (1922) is a series of three novels and two interludes published between 1906 and 1921, all of which have been adapted for television.John Galsworthy (1867-1933) was an English novelist and playwright, best known for his masterpiece 'The Forsyte Saga', which won him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1932. The trilogy depicts an upper-class English family in the years 1886-1926. It was adapted for TV in 2002 for the ITV network starring Damian Lewis, Rupert Graves and Gina McKee.In his stories, Galsworthy addresses social issues, family life, and the upper-middle class, in which he strongly criticised the morals and ideals of Victorian England. Among his other prominent works are 'From the Four Winds', 'The Silver Box', 'The Country House', and 'The Skin Game'.

Deep dive into one of the greatest coming-of-age stories by the master novelist of the Victorian era, Charles Dickens.Charting young Pip’s experiences of poverty, prison, and fights to the death, ‘Great Expectations’ follows the entwined fates of wealthy spinster Miss Havisham, the beautiful but aloof Estella, and unsophisticated yet kind blacksmith Joe.As Pip journeys through life, his expectations are shaped and shunned by the people around him. Weaving the ultimate tale of good over evil, he must question love and loss at a time when social struggles are rife.The novel has been adapted into countless films and stage adaptations, most notably the 2012 blockbuster hit ´Great Expectations´, starring Ralph Fiennes and Helena Bonham Carter.Challenging our preconceived judgements, social standing, and moral cues, ´Great Expectation´ is ideal for fans of Dev Patel’s ‘The Personal History of David Copperfield’ and fans of West End’s ‘Oliver!’Celebrated as one of the greatest novelists of the Victorian era, Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic, known for creating some of the world’s best-known fictional characters. His works include ‘Oliver Twist’, ‘A Christmas Carol’, ‘David Copperfield’, and ‘Great Expectations’.Exploring the hypocrisy of British society at a time when social struggles were rife, Dickens' work probe the institutions, rules, and social codes that formed the bedrock of society as we know it today. Articulated with wit, charm, and plenty of human insight, his work is firmly embedded in modern culture today.

‘The Castaways of the Flag’ is the sequel to ‘Their Island Home’ and the 47th book of the ‘Extraordinary Voyages’ series. A huge fan of ‘The Swiss Family Robinson,’ by Johann David Wyss, Verne decided to pick up the thread and, with the addition of ‘Their Island Home,’ turn one story into an unofficial trilogy. This, the final instalment, follows the fortunes of the family, as they finally leave the island and head for home. However, will its shores prove too difficult to escape from forever? A fitting finale to Wyss’ original tale, this book is for lovers of Verne and Wyss, alike.Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870) which was also released as a film, starring James Mason, and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant.

Deep dive into this crackling collection of ‘Classic Christmas Stories’ from the very best writers around the world!We’ll start by dissecting Dickens’ moral message in the famous and festive ‘A Christmas Carol’, before whisking away to Russia as one man attempts to secure his fortune and fate at a party in ‘A Christmas Tree and a Wedding’.We’ll then encounter elves, demons, and dungeons in ‘A Kidnapped Santa Claus’ while witnessing two troubled couples attempt to give it all in ‘The Gift of the Magi’. Lastly, we’re all invited to ‘Christmas at Thompson Hall’ as one unsuspecting woman is forced to face the festive season with her long-lost ex-lover.There are family feuds, festive fights, and plenty of personal politics in this crackling collection of ‘Classic Christmas Stories’. Perfect for fans of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’.L Frank Baum (1856-1919) was an American author best known for his children’s books, particularly ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ and its sequels.Fyodor Dostoyevsky (1821-1881) was a Russian novelist and journalist. His works include ‘Crime and Punishment’, ‘The Idiot’, and ‘The Brothers Karamazov’.Charles Dickens (1812-1870) was an English writer and social critic, known for creating some of the world’s best-known fictional characters. His works include ‘Oliver Twist’, ‘David Copperfield’, and ‘Great Expectations’.Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was an English novelist and civil servant of the Victorian era. His works include the ‘Chronicles of Barteshire’, ‘The Macdermots of Ballycloran’, and ‘The Warden’.O. Henry, the pen name of William Sydney Porter (1862-1910), was an American writer, celebrated for his short stories. His works include ‘The Gift of the Magi’, ‘The Duplicity of Hargraves’, and ‘The Ransom of Red Chief’.

The first werewolf story written by a female, Catherine Crow’s ‘A Story of a Weir-Wolf’ depicts the horrors of one man’s deadly secret - and fight for survival.Banished by those who loved him, he must now learn to manage the devil in his mind. And stop the horrors of his heart from awaking once the full moon rises...Reprinted in ‘The Best Werewolf Short Stories 1800-1849: A Classic Werewolf Anthology’, ‘A Story of a Weir-Wolf’ will delight fans of Netflix’s ‘Werewolves Within’.Catherine Crow (1803-1876) was an English novelist, children’s writer, and playwright. On stage, her writings reflect the trials and tribulations of family love and life, with ‘Aristodemus’ and the melodrama ‘The Cruel Kindness’.On the page, however, Crow turned to German gothic writers, leading to her supernatural works ‘A Story of a Weir-Wolf’ and ‘The Night-Side of Nature’ - the latter of which influenced the likes of Charles Baudelaire.Meanwhile, her children’s stories span ‘ Uncle Tom's Cabin’, ‘Pippie's Warning; or, Mind Your Temper’ and ‘The Adventures of a Monkey’. Crow remains today the first female author of werewolf fiction.

Rediscover the magic of Christmas with this classic collection from internationally renowned fairy-tale authors, Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm.Our adventure begins in the world of ice and snow as Gerda embarks upon a courageous feat to rescue Kai from ‘The Snow Queen’. And for those of us who need to relive and relearn the fantastical festive magic of the season once more, we’ll encounter ‘The Fir Trees’; a charming coming-of-age Christmas tale.Stories of selflessness, giving, and moral might are plentiful in ‘A Little Match Girl’, whilst we try to uncover the identity of the secret and silent helpers in ‘The Elves and the Shoemaker’.Weaving together a crackling Christmas collection of favourite fairy tales, this anthology is the perfect companion for fans of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ and C.S. Lewis' ‘The Chronicles of Narnia’.Hans Christian Andersen was a Danish author and prolific writer of plays, travelogues, and novels. He is best remembered for his literary fairy tales ‘The Princess and the Pea’, ‘The Little Mermaid’, and ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes’.Jacob (1785-1863) and Wilhelm (1786-1859) Grimm, known as the Brothers Grimm, were a duo of German academics, philosophers, and authors. They collectively published folklore and are among the best-known storytellers of folk tales, including ‘Cinderella’, ‘Hansel and Gretel’, and ‘Little Red Riding Hood’.

Penny-pinching bookseller Henry Earlforward harbours a desperate love for his neighbour and customer Violet. After he succeeds in wooing and marrying her, their marriage begins to fall into ruins as Violet’s spending clashes with Henry’s miserly nature. As Henry’s health begins to decline, their loyal maid Elsie attempts to keep the household afloat, secretly waiting for her shellshocked love, Joe, to return for her. Set in Clerkenwell, London, Arnold Bennett’s ‘Riceyman Steps’ (1923) is a bittersweet tale that marked a significant departure from his other works. Fans of heart wrenching love stories will enjoy this early 20th century classic that reads like a cross between Charles Dickens’ ‘A Christmas Carol’ and Jojo Moyes’ ‘Me Before You’.Enoch Arnold Bennett (1867 – 1931), better known as Arnold Bennett, was an English writer of novels, short stories and plays. The eldest of six children, Bennett grew up in Staffordshire as part of a cultured artistic family. His first novel, ‘A Man From The North’, was published in 1898 to critical acclaim but little commercial success. However, his prolific output soon made him a successful author, and by the time of his death at 63 he was a household name with many published classics. Bennett is best remembered for his novels ‘Anna of the Five Towns’ (1902), ‘The Old Wives’ Tale’ (1908), ‘Clayhanger’ (1910) and ‘Riceyman Steps’ (1923). His work frequently dealt with real-life issues and have been loved for their relatability and the keen insight they offer into the everyday. Posthumously recognised as a literary genius, Bennett’s works have had frequent comparisons to those of his contemporaries such as H.G. Wells and John Galsworthy.

The ninth book in Verne’s 'Extraordinary Voyages' series, ‘The Adventures of Three Englishmen and Three Russians in South Africa’ details the adventures of a party of scientists attempting to measure the 24th meridian east. However, as they travel, war is declared between Russia and England, sending the party into conflict.Verne paints a vivid picture of South Africa, at the turn of the century. Beset by wild animals, natural disasters, and scheming villains, the scientists must either set aside their political differences or continue on their mission, separately. A romp filled with action, excitement, and more than a few stiff upper lips.Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870) which was also released as a film, starring James Mason, and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant.

Fast-paced and fun, ‘The Thief in the Night and Other Stories’ is a collection of six tales from the pen of one of the 20th Century’s most prolific writers.The title story follows Inspector Jack Danton as he investigates a proliferation of poison pen letters and thefts to and from wealthy young debutantes.Other novelettes, such as ‘Findings are Keepings’ and ‘The Compleat Criminal,’ are laced with Wallace’s trademark wit and critical appraisal of life in the upper echelons during the early 20th century.A superb read for fans of Wallace's body of work.Born in London, Edgar Wallace (1875 – 1932) was an English writer so prolific, that his publisher claimed that he was responsible for a quarter of all books sold in England.Leaving school at the age of 12, Wallace made his first steps into the literary world by selling newspapers on the corner of Fleet Street.He worked as a war correspondent after joining the army at age 21, which honed his writing abilities. This led to the creation of his first book, ‘The Four Just Men.’Wallace is best remembered as the co-creator of ‘King Kong,’ which has been adapted for film 12 times (most notably directed by ‘Lord of the Rings’ director, Peter Jackson, and starring Jack Black and Naomi Watts).However, he leaves behind an extensive body of work, including stories such as ‘The Crimson Circle’ and ‘The Flying Squad’.

Margrethe Menkel vokser op i sin bedstemors hus i den tro, at bedstemoren er hendes mor, og at hendes moster Irene er hendes søster. Hendes rigtige mor, Emma, lever et udsvævende liv og hører til på gaden. Da Margrethe forlover sig med sin fætter Kristoffer, begynder familiehemmeligheden langsomt at stikke sit grimme ansigt frem …Emil Bønnelyckes roman ”Margrethe Menkel” udkom første gang i 1921.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

Emil Bønnelycke, der var søn af en lokomotivfører, og som i sin ungdom selv arbejdede ved DSB, kender det miljø, han beskriver i romanen ”Lokomotivet” til bunds. I et til tider barsk og alvorspræget miljø møder vi en ung jernbaneassist, der skriver digte, mens togene bare bliver ved med at komme og gå, og det hele ender i tragedie.”Lokomotivet”, der udkom første gang i 1933, blev rost for sin realisme og filmatiseret med titlen ”Nat-Ekspressen”.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

Stilheden har lagt sig over den engang kendte og omtalte forfatter Ernst Baldersen, og han sidder tilbage med en følelse af at være levende begravet eller tiet ihjel.”Stilheden”, der udkom første gang i 1938, er den danske forfatter Emil Bønnelyckes selvbiografiske roman, hvor han via sit alter ego Ernst Baldersen fortæller sin egen historie.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

En ung, dansk mand, Karl Aksel Larsen, skal fra Berlin til Breslau. I toget møder han den smukke jødinde Joschja Ogoll, som han allerede lagde mærke til på banegården, og da han er ankommet til sit bestemmelsessted, har han svært ved at slå sit nye bekendtskab ud af hovedet …Emil Bønnelyckes ”Joscha Ogoll” udkom første gang som bog i 1920.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

Emil Bønnelyckes ”Spartanerne”, der oprindeligt udkom i 1919, er Danmarks første ekspressionistiske roman. I tre sideløbende fortællespor – fra antikkens Sparta, Første Verdenskrig og en dansk garnison – gengives krigens rædsler i et voldsomt, rytmisk og bombastisk sprog, hvor Bønnelycke sætter ungdommens livsfølelse i kontrast til de store katastrofer på slagmarken.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

En fattig, betydningsløs mand går langs havnens bolværk. Han nærmer sig et af skibene – Aurora. Da han har set lidt nærmere på skonnerten, der ser helt ny og ubrugt ud, træder en kone ud på skibets dæk. Hun græder. Hendes mand, skipperen, er død, fortæller hun …Emil Bønnelyckes roman ”Aurora” udkom første gang i 1920.Emil Bønnelycke (1893-1953) var i sin ungdom en af Danmarks mest populære forfattere. Hans tidlige digte og romaner hyldede fremskridtet og den moderne storby, og sammen med digtervennen Tom Kristensen regnes han som en af dansk litteraturs mest markante ekspressionister. Bønnelycke er også kendt for i februar 1919 under oplæsningen af et hyldestdigt til Rosa Luxemburg at have affyret en revolver med løse skud i Politikens Hus.

”Er du bange for mig…?Otto Storm svarede faderen i et blik af stum smerte.Hvorfor bevæger du dig ikke? … Når man er toogtyve år skal man ikke sidde som en skoledreng.Otto satte sig tilbage i stolen og så faderen stift i øjnene.Jeg kan ikke lide, sagde kaptajnen, medens han mekanisk lod brik springe over brik, at du er så meget hos Henning Holst…. Du forsømmer mig for hans skyld…. Det gør du.Vi arbejder sammen, svarede Otto og tvang sig til roligt at se faderen ind i ansigtet.Kaptajnen hævede sig halvt op, støttende begge hænder mod lænestolen:Lås døren, sagde han, stille truende.”Kaptajn Storm er gennem hele sin militærkarriere blevet flyttet fra den ene post til den anden, i takt med at hans alkoholmisbrug førte til en ny skandale, der skulle fejes ind under gulvtæppet. Hans søn Otto er udmærket klar over, hvor vanvittig hans far bliver af alkohol. Da det går op for ham, at faren mistænker, at hans forhold til sin kollega Henning Holst er mere end bare venskabeligt, frygter han for farens vrede som aldrig før.”For Guds åsyn” er en spændende psykologisk skildring af forholdet mellem far og søn, og samtidig giver den et sjældent indblik i livet som homoseksuel i starten af det tyvende århundrede.Bogen udkom første gang i 1910 og er udgivet som et historisk dokument med samtidens sprogbrug.Jens Christian Houmark (1869-1950) var en dansk journalist og forfatter. Han arbejdede som journalist på både Aalborg Amtstidende og B.T. og udgav en lang række romaner. Christian Houmark boede i mange år sammen med sin nære ven Herman Bang, men selvom de begge var homoseksuelle, tyder det på, at der var tale om en ugengældt forelskelse fra Christian Houmarks side og ikke et kæresteforhold. Ikke desto mindre betød de to store forfattere meget for hinanden både som venner og kolleger.

Hauska klassikko menneen ajan Englannista!Josef Andrews on nuori poika, jonka kyvykkyys ei jää keneltäkään huomaamatta. Kun muuan Sir Thomas Booby palkkaa Josefin töihin, Josef pääsee hoitamaan hevosia. Pian nuoresta miehestä kuoriutuu ratsumies vailla vertaa! Tilanne muuttuu kuitenkin omituiseksi, kun Sir Thomas kuolee. Käy nimittäin niin, että tämän leskirouva iskee silmänsä nuoreen ja salskeaan Josefiin. Vaan mitä mahtaa käydä, jos torjuu leskirouvan lemmenlaulut? Pian Josef huomaa olevansa tien päällä – mutta väliäkö hällä. Nyt hänen elämänsä vasta alkoi!Josef Andrewsin seikkailut on ihastuttava klassikkoromaani Henry Fieldingiltä.Englantilainen kirjailija Henry Fielding (1707–1754) tunnetaan romaanistaan Tom Jones (1749). Fielding kirjoitti erityisesti huumoria ja satiiria.

Czterotomowa "epopeja chłopska" nagrodzona Nagrodą Nobla teraz w kinach!W malowniczej polskiej wsi Lipce życie toczy się według rytmu pór roku i miejscowych tradycji. Ustalony porządek burzy romans między Jagną, młodą i namiętną żoną chłopa Boryny, a jego synem. Ich zakazana miłość rozkwita w cieniu społecznych konwencji i rodzinnych oczekiwań, stawiając bohaterów przed trudnymi wyborami. Jak się ułożą ich losy?Dla miłośników dzieł Henryka Sienkiewicza i Elizy Orzeszkowej.Władysław Reymont (1867-1925) - polski pisarz, poeta, laureat Nagrody Nobla za powieść "Chłopi". Przedstawiciel Młodej Polski, tworzył powieści realistyczne z elementami naturalizmu. Nagrodę Nobla otrzymał pod koniec życia, nie zdołał jej odebrać ze względu na słaby stan zdrowia. Po śmierci jego serce zostało wmurowane w filarze kościoła św. Krzyża.

Efter at have været præst på Grønland i en menneskealder vender Thorkild Muller hjem til det lille bornerte, middelmådige og småborgerlige Danmark, hvor der intet udsyn er. Han var taberen, der drog til Grønland, hvor han blev en vinder - og han blev taberen igen, da han rejste hjem.”Isbjørnen” regnes blandt Henrik Pontoppidans allerbedste fortællinger.Den danske forfatter Henrik Pontoppidan (1857-1943) skrev en lang række stærkt samfundskritiske romaner, der giver et udsædvanligt omfattende billede af datidens Danmark. I 1917 modtog han Nobelprisen i litteratur og anses også i dag for at være en af de største danske forfattere nogensinde.