Verlag: Booklassic
A Dream of Red Hands was written in the year 1914 by Bram Stoker. This book is one of the most popular novels of Bram Stoker, and has been translated into several other languages around the world. This book is published by Booklassic which brings young readers closer to classic literature globally.
A Yankee student stays at a country house called Tanglewood during a golden New England fall. Also at the house are about a dozen children: younger cousins of the student and their friends of varying ages. The student, as much to amuse himself as to amuse the children, organises games and activities and tells stories. And the stories he tells are wild and fantastic. When his store of fairy tales and folk legends is exhausted he hits on the idea of retelling Greek Myths in his own style.We visit Tanglewood six times during the course of a year and hear six of the student's beautifully told stories: The Gorgon's Head, The Golden Touch, A Paradise of Children, The Three Golden Apples, The Miraculous Pitcher and The Chimaera. (Summary by Clive Catterall)Zum Buch
A gripping collection of dramatic sea stories from famous classic authors. 'Absolute Zero' by Morgan Robertson 'The Former Passengers' by B. M. Croker 'The Ghost in the Cupboard Room' by Wilkie Collins 'The Passing of a God' by Henry S. Whitehead 'Haunted' by G. Ranger Wormser 'Sea Curse' by Robert E. Howard 'Seashore Macabre' by Hugh Walpole 'Dagon' by H. P. Lovecraft 'The Lighthouse on Shivering Sand' by J. S. Fletcher 'The Trade Wind' by Morgan Robertson 'The Ghost Ship' by Richard Middleton 'A Tropical Horror' by William Hope Hodgson 'The Gull' by F. Anstey 'Malachi's Cove' by Anthony Trollope 'The Grinding of the Mills' by Morgan Robertson 'Over the Border' by Morgan Robertson 'The Slapping Sal' by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 'Submarine' by Stella Benson 'The Black Ferry' by John Gaunt 'The Tarn' by Hugh Walpole 'The Sailor Uncle' by Mary Lamb 'The Club of One-Eyed Men' by Arthur Somers RocheZum Buch
John Galsworthy (1867-1933) was an English playwright and novelist who was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1932.'A Strange Thing' is the story of a beautiful country wedding and the poignant backstory behind it.Zum Buch
Discover a world of fascinating tales and immersive storytelling in Scattered Moments in Time, a mesmerizing collection of short stories crafted by Samantha Cole. This eclectic compilation is bound to captivate your imagination as each story takes you on a unique journey through various themes and emotions. With a diverse range of narratives, this compilation has something for everyone, whether you're seeking whimsical and endearing tales or thought-provoking and poignant narratives. Take a glimpse at some of the stories that await you: “Unconditional: Love Like a Dog” - Step into the paws of Jinx, a lovable rescued dog on a mission to find his human the perfect mate. Through Jinx's eyes, you'll experience an adorable and heartwarming story that reminds us of the unconditional love and companionship our four-legged friends bring into our lives. “The Hatred Within” - Imagine a world where the President's order shakes the foundations of law enforcement. Join the members of the NYPD as they grapple with the consequences of a shocking directive that could change their lives forever. Brace yourself for an intense and gripping exploration of loyalty, power, and the limits of authority. “Stoke the Flames” - Prepare for a scorching romance as Cade discovers that Jenna is the missing piece he's been yearning for. As a dedicated firefighter, he knows how to ignite flames, but can he win over Jenna's heart? Join them on their passionate journey as they stoke the fires of desire, overcoming obstacles and discovering the true power of love.Zum Buch
The Fall of the Nibelungs is Margaret Armour's plain prose translation from the middle high German of the "Nibelungenlied", a poetic saga of uncertain authorship written about the year 1200. The story is believed by many to be based on the destruction of the Burgundians, a Germanic tribe, in 436 by mercenary Huns recruited for the task by the Roman general Flavius Aëtius. The introduction to the 1908 edition summarizes the story, "And so 'the discord of two women,' to quote Carlyle, 'is as a little spark of evil passion, which ere long enlarges itself into a crime; foul murder is done; and now the sin rolls on like a devouring fire, till the guilty and the innocent are alike encircled with it, and a whole land is ashes, and a whole race is swept away.'", a story not for the faint of heart. Summary by Phil Schempf. Dedicated proof-listeners: Carolin Ksr & DaveCZum Buch
David Herbert Richards Lawrence (1885-1930) is recognized as one of the greatest English novelists, poets, playwrights and short story writers. His works address themes such as emotional health, vitality, spontaneity and instinct, wrapped up in gripping plots which range from the poignant to the downright creepy. "The Horse Dealer's Daughter" is widely thought of as one of Lawrence's finest works.The descendents of the deceased horse dealer have fallen on hard times and are being evicted from the family stud farm. The three brothers and one sister are sitting around the breakfast table, discussing what each of them will do in the face of their sudden destitution. Only the horse dealer's daughter, Mabel, remains silent. She has made up her mind what to do...but will not communicate with the others.A visit from Jack Ferguson, the local doctor, shifts the focus to this character. When he returns to his surgery and then sets off for his visiting round, he becomes aware of a lonely, black-clad woman's figure walking resolutely across the fields in the direction of the pond....Zum Buch
