Whether you're a longtime fan of French fiction or just beginning to explore the genre, this wide-ranging collection of short stories is an excellent grab-bag of tales from one of Europe's literary hotspots. Including masterworks from the likes of Balzac, Voltaire, Dumas, Hugo and many others, French Short Stories is a must-read for fans intent on expanding their horizons.
Add some levity to your reading list with this compilation of some of the wittiest and most amusing humor writing from the American literary canon. Bringing together essays, vignettes and short stories from an array of authors, including Little Women scribe Louisa May Alcott, this delightful volume is sure to ease your cares and bring a smile to your face.
This engaging and good-humored collection of essays brings together an array of early twentieth-century literary luminaries to comment on the concepts of censorship and prohibition in general, and more specifically, on the ban of alcohol sales in the United States during the period. Chock-full of penetrating insights from some of the period's foremost thinkers and writers, Nonsenseorship is an entertaining and interesting read.
Inhalt:The best-selling game adaptation roars forward! Sun-powered, plant-driven speedsters versus imp-powered, zombie-driven hot rods! Let the races begin! Crazy Dave takes on the incredibly tough Don’t Blink video game—and he also challenges Dr. Zomboss to a series of races to determine the future of Neighborville! The car-filled competition is underway! Paul Tobin and Ron Chan return to deliver another hilarious zombie battle to your burg! Collects issues #7–#9 of the series. * Eisner Award winner Paul Tobin continues his hilarious PVZ run! * The official comic of the addictive video games! Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-1-63008-490-5
In the mood for some swashbuckling tales of explorers' adventures in the exotic Orient? This varied collection is sure to fit the bill. A must-read for fans of fiction from the colonial period, these stories offer a tantalizing glimpse into the tumultuous era when the West and East first intersected.
The early twentieth century was a period of sweeping change in Western literature, culture, and art. As the conventions of the Victorian and Edwardian periods gave way to daring modernist experiments, the entire conception of what fiction was and could be shifted. The diverse pieces collected in The Best British Short Stories of 1922 function as a microcosm of this fascinating period in literary history.
Inhalt: The Illustrated Self-Care Bible guides you through every component of an essential self-care routine, with detailed descriptions and step-by-step exercises. Learn key breathing techniques through yoga, Pilates, and more, to ensure a sense of calm and focus to combat stress and anxiety, strengthening your emotional resilience and compassion toward yourself and others for a greater sense of well-being. Discover helpful tips on better sleep and a balanced diet. Find the physical wellness program that best suits your life and goals and learn how to make it a regular part of your routine. And finally, ensure your life balance is taken care of by maintaining your social wellness. As critical to a healthy balance as your body and mind, a focus on friendships and kindness, curiosity and creativity, will ensure that you feel supported, nurtured, and loved. This beautiful and comprehensive guide to maintaining self-care through everyday practice will leave you feeling focused, energized, and positive-ready to face the world as your best self. Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek ISBN: 978-0-00-845163-9
If you're craving classic mystery and detective fiction, you've come to precisely the right place. The Lock and Key Library brings together a series of spine-tingling and suspenseful tales from some of the foremost names in the genre, as well as some literary masters not typically associated with mystery fiction.
Set sail for some swashbuckling fun on the high seas with this volume of ripping good yarns, all penned by British writers and all dealing with some aspect of life at sea. Fans of nautical and maritime action-adventure will relish this well-rounded collection of tales.
Got a hankering for some classic detective fiction? Dip into the comprehensive collection brought together by the editors of the The World's Best Mystery and Detective Stories. From supernaturally inspired mysteries to eminently rational sleuths, this fine volume spans the entire gamut of the genre.
Craving a good scare? Dip into this carefully selected collection of freaky, fear-inspiring and fantastical tales written by a who's-who of writers from the golden age of horror. Just a fair warning, though: you'll probably be sleeping with the light on tonight.
For many millennia, the history of the world has been written by, for, and about men. This fascinating volume takes a different approach, offering brief biographies of dozens of women who have played a role in key world events. Learn more about the influence and impact of ladies like Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, Pocahontas, Marie Antoinette, and many others.
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