L’autrice interpreta il racconto di Balzac “Le Chef-d’oeuvre inconnu” come equivalente narrativo di una identità di artista in trasformazione negli anni Trenta dell’Ottocento.
Praise for UPTON SINCLAIR and the other American Century"e;I look forward to all of Kevin Mattson's works of history and I've notbeen disappointed yet.
In its expanded third edition, this definitive work on Classics Illustrated explores the enduring series of comic-book adaptations of literary masterpieces in even greater depth, with twice the number of color plates as in the second edition.
In this sensitive and revealing biography of Agatha Christie, Gillian Gill probes the mysterious private life and motivations of one of the bestselling authors of all time and discovers a brilliant and eccentric woman whose passionate search for success was balanced by an obsession with privacy.
Im Duell mit sich selbst – im Hintergrund nichts weniger als die WeltEin Versuch im Nachempfinden, ein Nachspüren, bis hin zu den Molekülen, aus denen wir bestehenDie erste Liebe, das erste Blut, der erste narzisstische Gedanke, der erste Bruch: Was macht uns aus?
Crime fiction has been one of the most popular genres since the 19th century, but has roots in works as varied as Sophocles, Herodotus, and Shakespeare.
Teach preschoolers their ABCs and faith using the hands-on, sensory experiences and projects in this creative activity devotional that explores living for Jesus with curiosity and excitement.
The first detailed account of Austen's characters' reading experience to date, this book explores both what her characters read and what their literary choices would have meant to Austen's own readership, both during her life and today.
This Pivot explores the cultural economy of comedy in the UK, looking specifically at the links between industry practices and structures and who produces comedy in the UK.
Anton Chekhov, the renowned Russian playwright, presents his collection of 'The Greatest Plays of Anton Chekhov,' showcasing his mastery of both comedy and tragedy in the theatrical world.
In 'The Complete Short Stories of Wilkie Collins', readers are treated to a collection of captivating tales that exemplify Collins' mastery of the mystery and suspense genres.
'Assia was my true wife, and the best friend I ever had', wrote Ted Hughes, after his lover surrendered her life and that of their young daughter in 1969, six years after Sylvia Plath had suffered a similiar fate.
Anna Nasilowska's A History of Polish Literature is a one-volume guide that immerses readers in the rich tapestry of Polish literature and reveals its enduring impact on European identity from the Middle Ages to the late twentieth century.
Veteran Activism and the Global War on Terror is the first study of the literature of dissent that has emerged from the veterans of the global War on Terror.
El presente volumen reúne los trece prólogos escritos por Ricardo Piglia para la colección de literatura argentina "Serie del Recienvenido", que dirigió entre los años 2011 y 2015, y publicó el Fondo de Cultura Económica.
In 'Bleak House' von Charles Dickens erwarten den Leser düstere und verzweigte Handlungsstränge, die sich um den berüchtigten Chancery-Prozess und das Schicksal von Esther Summerson drehen.
The Collected Works of John Buchan (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the legendary author's literature, showcasing his versatile writing style which seamlessly blends adventure, mystery, and historical fiction.
Thomas Wolfes Buch 'Vom Tod zum Morgen' ist ein beeindruckender literarischer Text, der tief in die menschliche Seele eindringt und existenzielle Fragen aufwirft.
In Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein (Gothic Classic - The Uncensored 1818 Edition)', readers are transported into a world of science, ambition, and the consequences of playing God.
Oscar Wildes 'Aufsätze' präsentieren eine Sammlung seiner brillanten Essays, die eine Mischung aus Satire, Ironie und tiefgreifender Menschlichkeit aufweisen.
Ambrose Bierce's 'The Fourth Estate' is a gripping collection of satirical essays and short stories that delve into the corrupt world of journalism and media in the late 19th century America.
Arthur Schnitzlers Buch 'Frauengeschichten' bietet eine faszinierende Sammlung von Erzählungen, die sich mit den verschiedenen Facetten weiblicher Identitäten und Beziehungen befassen.
In 'EUROPA' von Carl Sternheim wird die Reise eines jungen Mannes über den gesamten europäischen Kontinent hinweg detailliert beschrieben, während er sich mit den politischen Verwerfungen der Zeit auseinandersetzt.
