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In 1813, Jane Austen anonymously published her secondand arguably most popularnovel, "Pride and Prejudice," a romantic novel of manners. Originally written years earlier as "First Impressions," a manuscript she tried but failed to sell, the revised novel was met with instant success.Despite "Pride and Prejudice"s 19th-century setting, its biting wit, sharp eye for the nuances of human relationships, and opposites-attract romance continues to resonate with contemporary readers. The novel has become a fixture in popular culture and has been adapted into countless films, plays, and television series.Austens "Pride and Prejudice" centres on the conflict between marrying for love and marrying for economic reasons. None of Mr. Bennets five daughters can inherit his estate, so they are pressured into finding security in "good" marriages. Elizabeth Bennet, the main character, struggles with the societal pressures of marriage and resists Mr. Darcys advances and proposals. Eventually, however, she finds that she does love him, and for that reason, she decides to marry him."Pride and Prejudice" has consistently appeared near the top of lists of "most-loved books" among literary scholars and the reading public.

"The New Machiavelli" was written by H.G. Wells and published in serialised form in The English Review in 1910, published as a novel in 1911. Its lead character, Richard "Dick" Remington, has a lifelong passion for "statecraft" and dreams of reforming the social and political systems of England. His political career is wrecked by a scandalous affair, he is forced to abandon his political aspirations and life he knows to escape to Italy, where he writes his apologies and reflections, which is this novel. Enjoy reading from the source of his political theories and lessons about the heart of politics he should have heeded, in Machiavellis "The Prince."

First published in 1896 by the master of storytelling Andrew Lang, "A Monk of Fife" is a first-person narrative of the adventures of a young Scot in France with Joan of Arc from 1429 to 1431.Lang was a prolific Scots man of letters, a poet, novelist, literary critic and contributor to anthropology. He now is best known as the collector of folk and fairy tales.

Originally published in 1923, "A Lost Lady" is Willa Cathers elegiac portrait of the spirit of an earlier age. In her depiction of Marian Forrester, the much-admired figurehead of culture and society in the town of Sweet Water, Cather evokes a quality of life that began, for her, to vanish sometime around the beginning of the twentieth century. To Cather, much of what was wrong with twentieth century life was the absence of those qualities that Mrs. Forrester embodies: charm, warmth, and a certain graciousness of manner that has no place in the harsher climate of an industrialised society.Marian Forrester is the symbolic flower of the Old American West. She draws her strength from that solid foundation, bringing delight and beauty to her elderly husband, to the small town of Sweet Water where they live, to the prairie land itself, and to the young narrator of her story, Neil Herbert. All are bewitched by her brilliance and grace, and all are ultimately betrayed. For Marian longs for "life on any terms," and in fulfilling herself, she loses all she loved and all who loved her. This, Willa Cathers most perfect novel, is not only a portrait of a troubling beauty, but also a haunting evocation of a noble age slipping irrevocably into the past.

Questa e una raccolta di racconti da leggere tutta dun fiato.Che tu sia un sognatore, un amante della fantascienza, un appassionato del fantasy o semplicemente un tipo ironico, tra questi racconti troverai il compagno ideale per le tue letture.Se ti piace iniziare e finire una storia nellarco di una serata, quello che ti ci vuole e proprio una storia breve.Gli Specchi celano un terribile segreto, ma come affrontarli?Le Ex Mogli possono essere davvero terribili quando decidono di vendicarsi.YouTube racchiude migliaia di corsi, riuscira Francesco a non finire in prigione?LAgente Cobb questa volta sara alle prese con il cattivissimo Roobbler e dovra trovare il modo di sconfiggerlo se vorra salvare lumanita.Neigmor Crepaossa sara messo a dura prova e dovra combattere contro dei nemici fuori dal comune.I due (psico) elfi Hitty e Radtz dovranno affrontare innumerevoli pericoli per riuscire a salvare il loro piccolo amico.Ricardus si ritrovera a maledire il giorno in cui e morto.Una delle spie piu formidabili di Akgua fara una terribile scoperta per la quale morira.Leggi le recensioni sul sito di Andrea BindellaCOSA NE PENSANO I LETTORIUna raccolta particolare. E composta da storie molto diverse, ma che sanno catturarti in qualche modo. Mi e piaciuto leggerla e secondo me e un libro scritto bene e curato. Le storie - brevi - sono molto divertenti e diverse tra loro, sia di genere che di argomenti trattati. Tre autori con stili differenti che con i loro scritti danno veramente un senso al titolo, allinterno si puo trovare veramente il proprio "compagno ideale". Lo consiglio. davide albertin-I PRIMI 50 RECENSORILe storie - brevi - sono molto divertenti e diverse tra loro, sia di genere che di argomenti trattati. Tre autori con stili differenti che con i loro scritti danno veramente un senso al titolo, allinterno si puo trovare veramente il proprio "compagno ideale". Ne consiglio la lettura e anche gli altri titoli scritti dagli stessi autori. SilviaUna raccolta di storie brevi molto diverse tra loro,ma con un unico filo conduttore quello del "compagno ideale". Questo ebook racchiude generi diversi, ma i racconti sono tutti ben scritti e la lettura e molto scorrevole.Sono rimasto colpito in maniera positiva. Lo consiglio anche perche piacevolmente ben scritto. Fabio WiestLAUTOREAndrea Bindella e nato a Perugia e a dodici anni ha iniziato a scrivere la sua prima opera, un libro di fantascienza intitolato Il Ritorno delle Furie e pubblicato su un quaderno a quadretti, di quelli che si usavano alle medie.Pur coltivando la scrittura come passione, dopo aver conseguito il diploma allIstituto Tecnico per Geometri, inizia gli studi in Ingegneria Civile. Proprio in quegli anni - in Umbria - si stava avviando la ricostruzione post terremoto del 97 e cosi Andrea decide di lasciare luniversita per dedicarsi alla libera professione e aiutare la sua regione a rialzarsi dopo quei tragici eventi... continua la lettura sul sito di Andrea Bindella

First published in 1912, "Alexanders Bridge" is a novel by American writer Willa Cather and the authors first. Although "Alexanders Bridge" was published a century ago, the book is still relevant today and has some important lessons on ways to live our life in harmony."Alexanders Bridge" tells the story of Bartley Alexander, an engineer who designs bridges. A man of action, strong and handsome, Bartley has moved from his humble western beginnings to attain success and respect among eastern elites. His comfortable life and place in Bostons high society are thanks in no small part to his loving wife, Winifred, who comes from a well-to-do family. But Bartleys life is upended on a business trip to London. There he encounters Hilda, an old college flame who is now an actress. Already grappling with the feeling that his routinized life, successful though it may be, has left him empty, running into Hilda ignites a passionate affair. The love triangle that results and Bartleys internal struggle as he leads a double life provide much of the drama that unfolds. Bartley finds himself helpless in his attempts to end his relationship with Hilda, ultimately leading to tragedy.

"The High History of the Holy Graal" was written by an unknown author (and translated from French by Sebastian Evans in 1898) and it is considered to be one of the leastcanonical of the Arthurian romances. Nevertheless, it does introduce some characters who would go on to become common in later romances, such as King Claudas, Meliant and the Questing Beast. It should not be confused with the more popular "Quest of the Holy Grail.""The High History of the Holy Graal" is an ancient tale of High Romance, the substance of which in one form or another has intrigued and fascinated men and women for more than a thousand years.

New York, anni 30. Unorganizzazione di uomini consegna valigie senza fare domande. Ma cosa ce nelle valigie? La risposta a questa domanda in questo racconto, dove ai gatti subentrano i topi Uno speciale racconto inedito scritto da Marco Nucci e con le illustrazioni di Lorenzo Zaghi.

English author D. H. Lawrence wrote the novel "Lady Chatterleys Lover" in 1920. Because of the controversy surrounding its publication, the book underwent several printings and was finally privately published in Florence in 1928. It was Lawrences final novel. "Lady Chatterleys Lover" tells the story of Clifford and Connie Chatterley and their sterile marriage, which ultimately leads her to have an affair with their gamekeeper, Mellors.The story takes place after the First World War and is set in England, in the heart of the industrialised Midlands.

The question is: Have you ever had that moment? You might be sitting at your desk, cooking tea for your kids, driving to work and suddenly you think Is this it? Is this all there is? It is at this precise moment that we crash land into the life of one Mr. Alfred Polly: draper, dreamer and general discontent.First published in 1910, H.G. Wells "The History of Mr. Polly" traces the back-story of Mr Polly and just how he got into the Beastly Silly Wheeze of his current predicament. At the age of 37 (the Edwardian version of middle age) Polly is tired of his dead-end job as a draper and his nagging wife, Miriam. He sits on the edge of bankruptcy and decides the only solution is to burn down his shop and kill himself. However, things dont exactly go to plan and Polly is given a new chance at life. But can he really change?Wells novel falls squarely into two sections; Pollys past and just how he became an unhappy and unfulfilled married draper, and the path he takes after burning down his shop. Widely regarded as Wells funniest novel, it is also his most affectionate. In addition, the book bears a strong resemblance to Wells own background as a bored lower class draper yet, unlike Polly, Wells was fortunate enough to be extracted from this bleak existence by the 1870 Universal Education Act. This government programme offered Wells a narrow opening into higher education and the professions, saving him from a life of drudgery.

First published in 1896, "The Island of Dr. Moreau" is a science fiction novel by English writer H.G. Wells. The classic work focuses on a mad scientists experiments involving vivisection to address such issues as evolution and ethics."The Island of Dr. Moreau" employs an old device, a bogus introduction to explain how the story that follows was found in the narrators papers at his death. The story itself exploits the well-known theme of the shipwrecked castaway, made famous by Daniel Defoes "Robinson Crusoe" (1719). These are familiar materials, but H. G. Wells updates them by putting them in the context of the controversy over evolution that raged in his day. He presents Dr. Moreau as a cruel, white-haired Old Testament God.Wells described his masterpiece as an exercise in youthful blasphemy, referring to Moreaus attempts to reshape Gods creatures as humans. In this respect the novel compares to Mary Shelleys tale of Victor Frankenstein. Both novels are cautionary in warning of the consequences likely to follow when humans play God. The Greek understanding of hubris and Christian warnings against pride should have alerted Moreau to the danger of his game.

First published in 1895, "The Wonderful Visit" is an essential work of fiction by the British writer H.G. Wells, the author of "The Time Machine.""The Wonderful Visit" is not only the story of a fallen angel who cannot adapt to small-town English society, but a satirical treatment of Victorian England.An other-worldly creature visits a small English village, and H. G. Wells uses humour and satire to convey some of the imperfections of Victorian society, as angel and humans view each other with equal incomprehension.The book is considered contemporary fantasy; but like most things Wellsian, that was a genre before his time.

This masterpiece details the undoing of Peter Willems, a disreputable, immoral man who, on the run from a scandal in Makassar, finds refuge in a hidden native village, only to betray his benefactors over lust for the tribal chiefs daughter. The story features Conrads recurring character Tom Lingard, who also appears in "Almayers Folly" (1895) and "The Rescue" (1920), in addition to sharing other characters with those novels."An Outcast of the Islands" is the second novel by Joseph Conrad, published in 1896, inspired by Conrads experience as mate of a steamer, the Vigar.

A ruler said to be the model of goodness over evil and a formidable comrade in the ever-present struggle between right and wrong, the figure of King Arthur of England prevails at the heart of the Arthurian legends. The myths surrounding his reign have been recounted in endless tales.This essential collection includes the best-loved legends of the man and his Knights of the Round Table, a masterpiece by Andrew Lang, the most famous storyteller.

Originally published in 1892, "Beric the Briton" is an exciting novel by English writer G. A. Henty that takes place in Ancient Britain during the time when Rome invaded.The story starts in A.D. 60, and blends historical facts with the fictional tale of one Briton, named Beric, who lived in both the Roman and Briton worlds.

In una terra dilaniata dal passaggio di un popolo straniero e violento, la giovane Padena decide, insieme al fidanzato Ioro, di rivolgersi agli Dei per chiedere un aiuto per sopravvivere e per salvare la sorella di lei, Moria, fatalmente ferita. I tre non sanno, pero, che questo accordo magico fara intrecciare i loro destini in un vincolo indissolubile, e le loro vite non potranno piu essere le stesseIl nuovo racconto di Sabrina Guaragno, spin-off della saga di Alaisa, di cui e gia stata pubblicata per Nativi Digitali Edizioni la prima parte "La Strega della Fonte", introduce la leggenda dei Cinque Dei che arricchisce il mondo Fantasy di Adaesha. Narrando una breve ma intensa storia autoconclusiva, catturera chi gia e familiare con questa terra tormentata, e incuriosira i nuovi lettori.

Willa Cather based "Death Comes for the Archbishop" on William Howletts account of the life of Father Macheboeuf, vicar to Archbishop Lamy of New Mexico. Set in the mid-nineteenth century, the book follows the fortunes of Father Latour and his assistant and friend, Father Vaillant, as they organize the disjointed religious structure of the southwestern missions. The two face a formidable task, made more difficult by powerful priests long in control of the area who are loathe to abandon the corruption into which they have fallen. Working together diligently and with an unshakable faith, Father Latour and Father Vaillant eventually reclaim the region and bring its far-flung communities under the guidance of a single diocese.First published in 1927, "Death Comes for the Archbishop" is the book that Cather believed to be her finest work. Like "The Professors House," it is a novel that explores the life of a man and draws on the American Southwest for its setting. Here the similarity ends, however, as the tone of the two books is quite different.Unlike the earlier books, this one celebrates the life choices of its central characters, finding in the lives of Father Joseph Vaillant and Father Jean Marie Latour a simple dignity and extraordinary fulfillment.

Each of us follows their own route during their life. The routes are roads that cross each other or travel in parallel, they are cycles repeated endless times from beginning to end. James is the protagonist of this story, hes a middle-aged man who lives in Florida, a stones throw from the Atlantic Ocean. His journey is about to start, or rather, to start over.A book that captures the essence of traveling by motorcycle, describing the feelings experienced crossing breathtaking landscapes along the boundless roads of the western United States. A man, his thoughts, his dreams, and hundreds of asphalts miles to travel to reach the final destination.

The Science Fiction Collection is a monumental anthology that assembles over 100 unforgettable stories from the most celebrated minds in speculative fiction. Published by Steppenwolf Press, this expansive volume spans decades of visionary storytelling, blending timeless classics with hidden gems. From interstellar escapades to profound reflections on humanitys future, this collection captures the imagination and limitless creativity that define the genre. The anthology features some of science fictions most iconic tales. Harry Harrisons The Stainless Steel Rat introduces readers to a daring anti-hero navigating a galaxy of crime and intrigue, while Ray Bradburys A Little Journey explores the emotional weight of traveling to the stars. Philip K. Dicks The Skull provides a haunting take on time travel and its chilling consequences, and Fritz Leibers The Moon is Green paints a vivid, post-apocalyptic vision of survival and hope. Hidden treasures abound in the collection. Marion Zimmer Bradleys Jackie Sees a Star tells the tender story of a child marveling at the universe, and C.L. Moores Song in a Minor Key offers a poignant snapshot of the lonely life of a spacefarer. Frank Herberts Try to Remember dives deep into the fragility of memory and identity, showcasing the same thought-provoking themes that define his most famous works. The anthology also tackles complex ethical and philosophical questions. Frederik Pohls The Knights of Arthur envisions a future where automation challenges humanitys role, while Poul Andersons The Valor of Cappen Varra tells a gripping story of wit and courage in an interstellar setting. Isaac Asimovs Lets Get Together explores robotics and espionage, and Robert Sheckleys Cost of Living provides a biting critique of consumerism in a futuristic world. Balancing these deeper themes are stories filled with humor and wit. R.A. Laffertys Sodom and Gomorrah, Texas offers a comedic twist on alien misunderstandings, while Alan Arkins People Soup transforms a mundane experiment into a darkly hilarious tale. These lighter stories showcase the genres versatility, adding levity to the anthologys diverse offerings. Action and adventure pulse through the collection, with thrilling tales like Donald E. Westlakes Meteor Strike! and Sewell Wrights The Death Traps of FX-31. At the same time, introspective works such as H.G. Wellss The Star deliver moments of poetic awe, capturing the grandeur and fragility of the cosmos. The anthology also highlights imaginative explorations of alien worlds and cultures. Robert Silverbergs The Mystery of Deneb IV, Kris Nevilles Hunt the Hunter, and James Schmitzs The Other Likeness transport readers to distant frontiers, while Ben Bovas A Long Way Back offers a heartfelt vision of humanitys resilience after catastrophe.The Science Fiction Collection is more than an anthology; it is a celebration of the boundless creativity and imagination that define speculative fiction. With contributions from legendary authors like Ray Bradbury, Philip K. Dick, Isaac Asimov

The project was simple, only Adebi could give the old king a son, only she can bear an heir to the throne.Thrown into a marriage she despised, Adebi runs after her lover, the head warrior in the vill