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50 Best Romance Classics in One Volume - 50 Novels in One Volume - cover

50 Best Romance Classics in One Volume - 50 Novels in One Volume

George Eliot, William Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, Louisa May Alcott, Jane Austen, Alexandre Dumas, Charlotte Brontë, Emily Brontë, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Henry James, Kate Chopin, Anne Brontë, Fanny Burney, Walter Scott, R. D. Blackmore, Elizabeth Gaskell, Edith Wharton, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Virginia Woolf, P. G. Wodehouse, Heyer Georgette, E.M. Forster, Theodore Dreiser, H. G. Wells, Earl Derr Biggers, Grace Livingston Hill, Madeleine L'Engle, Meredith Nicholson, Thomas Hardy, Burton Egbert Stevenson, Leo Tolstoy, Gaston Leroux, Pierre Choderlos de Laclos, O. Douglas, Stendhal

Publisher: Musaicum Books

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The '50 Best Romance Classics in One Volume' emerges as an unparalleled anthology that delves into the heart of romantic literature, spanning eras and borders with its diverse tapestry of styles and voices. From the intricate emotional nuances of Austen and the Brontë sisters to the keen social observations of Eliot and Wharton, this collection captures a wide array of romantic expressions. The anthology not only showcases renowned works but also includes lesser-known gems, presenting a comprehensive perspective on the themes of love, societal expectation, and personal struggle. The variety in writing—from the Elizabethan charm of Shakespeare to the modernist insights of Woolf—ensures that each reader discovers a resonant narrative. The distinguished ensemble of authors represented in this anthology brings together leading lights of different literary periods, cultural contexts, and philosophical outlooks. Their collective works reflect significant movements such as realism, romanticism, and early feminist literature, offering a multifaceted view of the evolution of romance as a genre. As architects of thought and emotion, these writers each contribute uniquely to an overarching exploration of the human condition through the lens of romantic involvement and the attendant social commentaries. This anthology offers a unique educational journey through the corridors of historical and literary romance, inviting readers to explore the richness of classic literature through a fresh lens. For both newcomers and aficionados of the genre, '50 Best Romance Classics in One Volume' serves as an essential collection that enriches understanding and appreciation of literary artistry and thematic depth. It beckons one to savor the developmental arcs of romance writing and the dialogue these works incite across generations, making it an indispensable addition to any literary collection.
Available since: 12/17/2020.
Print length: 18063 pages.

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