Of Mice and Men

"Of Mice and Men" is a novella written by John Steinbeck, first published in 1937. Set during the Great Depression in California, it tells the story of two displaced migrant ranch workers, George Milton and Lennie Small, who are trying to make a living during tough economic times. George is a small, quick-witted man, while Lennie is a physically strong but mentally disabled man with a childlike innocence. The two have a close bond, with George serving as a protector and caretaker for Lennie. The story follows their journey as they seek employment and dream of owning their own piece of land, which they call a little farm where they can live off the fat of the land. However, their dreams are constantly threatened by the harsh realities of their circumstances and the cruelty of the world around them. The novella explores themes of friendship, loneliness, isolation, and the harshness of society, as well as the plight of marginalized individuals during the Great Depression. It is a poignant and timeless work that continues to resonate with readers due to its powerful portrayal of human relationships and the struggle for survival.

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Social conditions

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Russian literature

Social life and customs

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Gone With the Wind

survival; slavery; Bildungsroman; open_syllabus_project; history; historical fiction; war stories; United States Civil War; Women; Open Library Staff Picks; Pulitzer Prize Winner; Fiction; Historia; Novela; award:pulitzer_prize=fiction; award:pulitzer_prize=1937; Plantation life; United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Fiction.; American Civil War (1861-1865) fast (OCoLC)fst01351658; Historical; Reading Level-Grade 11; Reading Level-Grade 12; Drama; Georgia, fiction; Fiction, historical; Fiction, war & military; United states, history, civil war, 1861-1865, fiction; O'hara, scarlett (fictitious character), fiction; Sezessionskrieg; Familie

Gone With the Wind

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Scarlett O'Hara (Fictitious character)

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O'Hara, Scarlett (Fictitious character)

Women -- Georgia -- Fiction

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A Final Reckoning

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A Final Reckoning

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Ivanhoe

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Richard i, king of england, 1157-1199, fiction

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Tarzan of the Apes

Experience the legend of Tarzan in this thrilling adventure from Edgar Rice Burroughs. Set amid the vibrant colors and sounds of the African jungle, this classic work, rich in suspense and action, has beckoned generations of readers on a glorious journey to romance and pure adventure. This is the story of the ape-man Tarzan, raised in the wild by the great ape Kala, and how he learns the secrets of the jungle to survive—how to talk with the animals, swing through the trees, and fight the great predators. As Tarzan grows up, he makes many friends, including Tantor the elephant and Numa the lion. When this paradise is invaded by white men, Tarzan’s life changes, for in this group is Jane, the most beautiful woman he has ever seen. Speaking directly to our childhood fantasies, this exhilarating work takes us to that faraway place in our minds where dreams prevail, and where we too can be masters of our own domain. With an Introduction by Gore Vidal And an Afterword by Michael Meyer

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The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel

Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.

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The League of the Scarlet Pimpernel

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Boyhood

Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910; CJ Hogarth

Boyhood (1854) is a novel by Leo Tolstoy. Published at the beginning of his career as a leading Russian author of his generation, Boyhood is the second in a trilogy of semi-autobiographical novels tracing Nikolenka's journey from innocence to experience. As a record of the past, a nostalgic reminder of a lost world, Boyhood is one of Tolstoy's most personal works, and yet his prose shows signs of the universal religious and philosophical themes that would inspire such masterpieces as War and Peace (1869) and Anna Karenina (1877). A story of life and death, love and grief, Boyhood is an invaluable treasure of Russian literature. "No longer were my eyes confronted with the closed door of Mamma's room (which I had never been able to pass without a pang), nor with the covered piano (which nobody opened now, and at which I could never look without trembling), nor with mourning dresses (we had each of us on our ordinary travelling clothes), nor with all those other objects which recalled to me so vividly our irreparable loss, and forced me to abstain from any manifestation of merriment lest I should unwittingly offend against her memory." Following the death of his beloved mother, Nikolenka is forced to adjust to a world grown unbearably cold. As though the grief were not enough, he must also overcome his own feelings of loneliness and uncertainty, as well as his hatred of his new French tutor. As his story unfolds, we see him experience love, grief, and anger for the first time in his life, returning us for a brief moment to our own childhoods, the bittersweet memories of good and bad things that can never return. Praised for its expressionistic style and meditative prose, Boyhood won Tolstoy the attention of Russia's literary elite, launching his career as one of the nineteenth century's most influential artists. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Leo Tolstoy's Boyhood is a classic work of Russian literature reimagined for modern readers.

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Boyhood

Fiction

Historical Fiction

Classic Literature

Fiction, general

Large type books

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Siddhartha

Aqu� la espiritualidad de Oriente y Occidente se ha reunido en una novela que enfinge la profunda sabidur�a humana con una imaginaci�n rica y colorida.Escrito en una prosa de simplicidad y belleza casi b�blicas, es la historia de la larga b�squeda de un alma en busca de la respuesta definitiva al enigma del papel del hombre en esta tierra. Como joven, el joven indio Siddharta se encuentra con el Buda, pero no puede contentarse con el papel de un disc�pulo: debe resolver su propio destino y resolver su propia duda -un camino tortuoso que le lleva a trav�s de la sensualidad de un romance con la hermosa cortesana Kamala, la tentaci�n del �xito y de las riquezas, la angustia de la lucha con su propio hijo, hasta la renuncia final y el autoconocimiento.El nombre "Siddhartha" es uno que se da a menudo al propio Buda, tal vez una pista de los objetivos de Hesse al contrastar la figura legendaria tradicional con su propia concepci�n, como europeo (Hesse era suizo), de un explorador espiritual.

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The Last Days of Pompeii

In 'The Last Days of Pompeii,' Edward Bulwer Lytton crafts a vivid and immersive narrative set against the catastrophic backdrop of the volcanic eruption that buried the ancient city. This historical romance employs a rich and ornate literary style, characteristic of the early Victorian era, intertwining elements of adventure, love, and moral philosophy. Lytton's meticulous attention to detail not only brings Pompeii's vibrant culture to life but also serves as a cautionary tale reflecting the fragility of human existence in the face of nature's wrath. He seamlessly weaves historical fact with imaginative storytelling, creating a compelling commentary on social and spiritual values. Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton was a prominent English novelist and politician, known for his fascination with historical themes and the supernatural. His own background'Äîmarked by a deep interest in archaeology and classical antiquity'Äîinfused his writing with authenticity and depth. Personal experiences and societal observations during a time of significant scientific inquiry and exploration fueled his desire to resurrect and reflect upon the grandeur and tragedies of past civilizations. This novel, steeped in historical significance and rich characterization, is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic literature, history, and those intrigued by the intersection of human drama and natural disaster. 'The Last Days of Pompeii' challenges readers not only to witness the fall of a civilization but also to ponder enduring themes of morality and the transient nature of glory.

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The Last Days of Pompeii

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Ben Hur

In "Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ," Lew Wallace masterfully intertwines a gripping narrative of betrayal, redemption, and faith set against the backdrop of ancient Rome. Wallace employs a rich, descriptive literary style that captures the tumultuous atmosphere of the era, while the novel's structure interlaces an epic adventure with a powerful exploration of Christian themes. The story follows Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish prince falsely accused of treason, whose journey takes him from the heights of nobility to the depths of despair and ultimately leads him to encounter Christ. This 19th-century work, emerging from the historical fiction genre, offers readers a profound reflection on the moral questions of vengeance and forgiveness, embodying the spirit of its time—a period marked by spiritual upheaval and burgeoning interest in biblical narratives. Lew Wallace was not only a writer but also a Union general during the American Civil War, a lawyer, and a politician, factors that shaped his worldview and narrative voice. His varied experiences imbued his storytelling with a sense of depth and authenticity, while his conversion to Christianity in later life influenced the conception of this work. Wallace sought to create a story that would inspire faith and moral contemplation, reflecting his desire to bridge the secular with the sacred. "Ben-Hur" is recommended for readers who appreciate historical fiction laced with spiritual inquiry. It resonates across generations, inviting contemplation on the complexities of the human condition and the enduring power of grace. This novel not only offers an engaging tale but also serves as a meaningful exploration of themes that remain relevant today.

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Montezuma's daughter

Fiction; History; Mexico; Mexico, fiction; Fiction, historical, general; Fiction, action & adventure; Mexico, history; Ewe language; Texts; Juvenile fiction; Adventure stories; Historical fiction; Russian language materials; Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse; Histoire

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Смерть Ивана Ильича

Leo Tolstoy; Anthony Briggs; Anthony Horvath; Constance Black Garnett; Zinc Read

Read The Death of Ivan Ilyich, Leo Tolstoy's masterpiece, in its original Russian language. The first volume of the Russian Language Collection, this profound philosophical tale explores life, death, and the meaning of existence. It challenges you to rethink life's priorities and view social conventions in a new light. Ideal for lovers of Russian classics and philosophical prose. Смерть Ивана Ильича Льва Толстого рассказывает историю жизни уважаемого российского чиновника, который, тяжело заболев, начинает задумываться о поверхностности своего существования. По мере ухудшения его состояния он подвергает сомнению свои жизненные выборы, социальные условности и пустоту своих отношений. Произведение является глубоким размышлением о жизни, смерти и смысле человеческого существования.

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Смерть Ивана Ильича

Literature

Manners and customs in fiction

Novellas

Fiction

Death in fiction

Russian

Russian fiction

Russian language

Readers

Death

Sick

Russian Short stories

open_syllabus_project

Diseases

Judges

Slavic philology

Tolstoy, leo, graf, 1828-1910

Fiction, general

Ingles (lingua)

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Fiction in russian, 1800-1917 - english texts

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Pg3366.s6 d74 2008

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Terminally Ill

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English Short stories

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Psychological aspects

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El Dorado

In the Scarlet Pimpernel’s fourth outing, he and his league want to free the orphaned Dauphin of France from his captors. But someone else has the same idea, although for very different, and selfish, reasons. In addition to trying to outflank his rival, the Pimpernel also has to deal with a member of his inner circle whose romance has caused him to disobey orders and put the entire plan in jeopardy. Completing his mission while once again escaping the clutches of his arch-enemy Chauvelin will push the Pimpernel to the breaking point.

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Heidi

Heidi es una conmovedora exploración de la infancia, la naturaleza y el poder del amor y la bondad en la transformación personal. Johanna Spyri presenta un retrato entrañable de la vida en los Alpes suizos, donde la protagonista, una niña huérfana, descubre la felicidad en la sencillez del campo y el afecto de su abuelo. La novela aborda la oposición entre la vida rural y urbana, resaltando la importancia de la libertad, la autenticidad y el vínculo con la naturaleza en el desarrollo emocional de los personajes. Desde su publicación, Heidi ha sido celebrada por su calidez y profundidad emocional. Su exploración de temas universales como la amistad, la resiliencia y la influencia del entorno en la identidad ha asegurado su lugar como una obra fundamental de la literatura infantil. Los personajes entrañables y la evocadora descripción de los paisajes alpinos siguen cautivando a lectores de todas las edades, ofreciendo una visión intemporal sobre la alegría, la compasión y la redención. La relevancia perdurable de la novela radica en su capacidad para transmitir valores esenciales a través de una historia sencilla pero profundamente significativa. Al mostrar la transformación de los personajes a través del amor y la generosidad, Heidi invita a los lectores a reflexionar sobre la importancia de la empatía y la conexión humana en la construcción de una vida plena.

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Heidi

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The  black arrow

Set against the tumultuous backdrop of the Wars of the Roses, Robert Louis Stevenson's "The Black Arrow: A Tale of Two Roses" weaves a rich narrative that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the harsh realities of war. Written in a vivid, engaging style, the novel employs a mix of adventure and historical fiction, showcasing Stevenson's ardent skill in creating compelling characters and intricate plots. It delves into the life of a young man, Richard, who becomes embroiled in the struggles between the noble houses of Lancaster and York, engaging readers in a tale that captures the dynamism of medieval England with both precision and imagination. Robert Louis Stevenson, a Scottish novelist known for classics such as "Treasure Island" and "Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde," penned "The Black Arrow" during a period when he was exploring the depths of human experience and moral complexity. His fascination with historical narratives, coupled with personal experiences and a profound understanding of character psychology, contributes to the nuanced portrayal of heroism and treachery found within this work. This captivating tale is highly recommended for readers who appreciate historical fiction interlaced with adventure and moral inquiry. "The Black Arrow" not only entertains but also invites reflection on the intricacies of human relationships in times of conflict, making it a timeless addition to the literary canon.

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The spy

"The Spy" by James Fenimore Cooper presents a riveting collection centered around the American Revolution, expertly weaving historical fiction with the suspense of espionage. The anthology's centerpiece, "The Spy," immerses readers in the chaos and drama of war-torn New York. The story follows Harvey Birch, a character inspired by real events, whose life is consumed by the dangerous world of secrets and allegiance. As Birch maneuvers through a nation divided, his journey encapsulates the spirit of American pioneers, driven by loyalty and adventure. Cooper's detailed narratives of frontier life and nautical exploits provide a vivid backdrop to the nation's formative years. The anthology explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the human condition amid conflict, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction, war stories, and spy tales. With Cooper's skillful storytelling, "The Spy" offers an insightful glimpse into the Revolutionary War era, capturing the essence of a fledgling America and its enduring challenges. This collection not only delivers thrilling adventures but also invites reflection on the complexities of war and the quest for freedom, ensuring its place as a timeless literary treasure. Ideal for history enthusiasts and lovers of espionage narratives, "The Spy" stands out as a significant contribution to American literature, providing an engaging experience that resonates across generations.

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For Whom the Bell Tolls

In 1937 Ernest Hemingway traveled to Spain to cover the civil war there for the North American Newspaper Alliance. Three years later he completed the greatest novel to emerge from “the good fight,” For Whom the Bell Tolls. The story of Robert Jordan, a young American in the International Brigades attached to an antifascist guerilla unit in the mountains of Spain, it tells of loyalty and courage, love and defeat, and the tragic death of an ideal. In his portrayal of Jordan's love for the beautiful Maria and his superb account of El Sordo's last stand, in his brilliant travesty of La Pasionaria and his unwillingness to believe in blind faith, Hemingway surpasses his achievement in The Sun Also Rises and A Farewell to Arms to create a work at once rare and beautiful, strong and brutal, compassionate, moving, and wise. “If the function of a writer is to reveal reality,” Maxwell Perkins wrote to Hemingway after reading the manuscript, “no one ever so completely performed it.” Greater in power, broader in scope, and more intensely emotional than any of the author's previous works, it stands as one of the best war novels of all time.

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Midwinter

John Buchan's 'Action-Adventure Collection' encompasses a series of thrilling tales set in exotic locations and filled with action-packed plots. His writing style is characterized by vivid descriptions, fast-paced narratives, and well-developed characters that keep readers on the edge of their seats. This collection is a prime example of early 20th-century adventure literature, blending elements of mystery, espionage, and suspense seamlessly. Buchan's ability to craft intricate storylines with unexpected twists and turns makes this collection a timeless classic in the genre. Readers will be captivated by the escapades of the protagonists as they navigate danger and intrigue in far-flung destinations across the globe. Each story is a masterclass in suspenseful storytelling that will leave readers eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next thrilling chapter. John Buchan, a Scottish author and statesman, drew inspiration from his own experiences in diplomacy and government service to infuse his writing with authenticity and depth. His keen insights into political and social landscapes enrich his narratives, lending them a sense of realism that resonates with readers. Buchan's prowess as a storyteller is evident in his ability to seamlessly blend historical events with fictional elements, creating a gripping and immersive reading experience. I recommend John Buchan's 'Action-Adventure Collection' to anyone seeking an exhilarating literary journey filled with suspense, intrigue, and excitement. Fans of classic adventure literature and historical fiction will find this collection to be a captivating exploration of the human spirit in the face of danger and adversity.

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Life on the Mississippi

A memoir of the steamboat era on the Mississippi River before the American Civil War. The first half details a brief history of the river from its discovery by Hernando de Soto in 1541 and describes Twain's career as a Mississippi steamboat pilot, the fulfillment of a childhood dream. The second half of Life on the Mississippi tells of Twain's return, many years after, to travel the river from St. Louis to New Orleans. By then the competition from railroads had made steamboats passe, in spite of improvements in navigation and boat construction. Twain sees new, large cities on the river, and records his observations on greed, gullibility, tragedy, and bad architecture.

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The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym

The titles included in this exceptional series gather the masterworks of some of world literature's most celebrated names. Painstaking translations from the original English, German, Greek, and Russian preserve the essence of these classics for a Spanish-speaking audience, and the books themselves are elegantly and impeccably bound, as befits the contents. Whether drama, fiction, or philosophy, these magnum opera provide windows into social and historical contexts considerably different to the present day. The three disparate works gathered in this volume--Extraordinary Stories, The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket, and Humorous Tales--serve as evidence of Edgar Allan Poe's varied writing style and offer proof that his narrative abilities were not limited to tales of mystery and suspense. Los t�tulos incluidos en esta colecci�n excepcional re�nen las obras definitivas de algunos de los nombres m�s c�lebres de la literatura mundial. Esmeradas traducciones del ingl�s, el franc�s, el alem�n, el griego, el italiano y el ruso preservan la esencia de estos cl�sicos para una audiencia hispanohablante, y los libros mismos est�n elegante e impecablemente encuadernados, tal como requieren sus contenidos. Sean obras de drama, ficci�n o filosof�a, estas obras maestras son ventanas a contextos sociales e hist�ricos muy distintos a los actuales. Las tres obras distintas reunidas en este volumen--Narraciones extraordinarias, Las aventuras de Arthur Gordon Pym y Relatos c�micos--sirven de evidencia del estilo variado de Edgar Allan Poe y ofrecen prueba de que su habilidad narrativa no se limitaba a historias de misterio y suspense.

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The adventures of Captain Bonneville, U.S.A.

Washington Irving; Benjamin Louis Eulalie De Bonneville

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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The Pearl

Cuando la noticia del gran hallazgo de Kino --la "Perla del Mundo"-- se esparció por el pueblo, nadie imaginó el poder que ésta tendría para engañar, corromper y destruir. Al igual que su padre y su abuelo, Kino es un humilde pescador que recoge las perlas de los mantos del Golfo que alguna vez significaron enormes riquezas para los reyes de España y que ahora proveen a Kino, Juana y su pequeño hijo de un magro sustento. Un día como cualquier otro, Kino regresa a la superficie con una perla tan grande como un huevo de gaviota, tan "perfecta como la luna". La perla trae consigo la esperanza, así como la promesa del bienestar y la seguridad. La perla, una historia de simplicidad clásica basada en el cuento popular mexicano, explora los secretos de la naturaleza humana, las profundidades más oscuras del mal y las luminosas posibilidades del amor. Ganador del Premio Nobel de Literatura.

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O Pioneers!

Alexandra, daughter of a Swedish immigrant farmer in Nebraska, inherits the family farm and finds love with an old friend.

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Bel-Ami

Georges Duroy, un ex suboficial que ha servido en Argelia, malvive en París con un empleo sin futuro. Tres francos con cuarenta céntimos es lo que tiene en el bolsillo al empezar la novela, lo que equivale «a dos cenas sin almuerzo, o a dos almuerzos sin cena, a elegir». Pero un fortuito encuentro con un antiguo compañero del ejército, que ahora es redactor político de un periódico influyente, va a cambiar su vida. Iniciado por su amigo en el periodismo, ese oficio de «quienes despachan la comedia humana cobrando por líneas», se encuentra de pronto rozando los círculos del dinero y el poder. Joven y apuesto, pronto descubre que a través de las mujeres «se llega más deprisa»; ve, además, que, aunque no le sobren luces ni talento, lo importante para triunfar es «el deseo de triunfar». Buen Amigo (Bel-Ami) (1885) avanza a golpes de deseo y de ambición, «vanidad halagada y sensualidad satisfecha»: bajo su férula caen amantes, matrimonios, herederas y ministros. Maupassant dijo que su héroe era «un aventurero parecido a los que vemos cada día por París y que se encuentran en todas las profesiones existentes». Siguen encontrándose en todas partes, y por eso esta magnífica novela no ha perdido ni un ápice de vigencia.

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Democracy

Democracy: An American Novel is a political novel written by Henry Brooks Adams and published anonymously in 1880. It is a novel about political power, its acquisition, use and abuse. It is set at the beginning of a new administration, with the election campaign just over and the new President of the United States just having been elected. However, all the characters depicted are entirely fictitious.

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Long Live the King!

This is a story of love, intrigue and adventure in a European court. In this story Mrs. Rinehart combines mystery, heart interest, and excitement of her past successes into a story that will be hailed as the most interesting of all her stories.

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Long Live the King!

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Historical fiction
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The way of all flesh

Conflict of generations; Fiction; Children of clergy; Parent and child; Middle class; Young men; Fiction, sagas; Parent and child, fiction; England, fiction; Classic Literature; British and irish fiction (fictional works by one author); Autobiographical fiction; Social life and customs; Historical fiction; Manners and customs; Domestic fiction; Children's fiction; Great britain, fiction; England in fiction; Parent and child in fiction; Middl126e class; Young men in fiction; Children of clergy in fiction; Conflict of generations in fiction; Middle class in fiction; English fiction; Large type books; Fiction, general; Tariff; Protectionism

The way of all flesh

Conflict of generations

Fiction

Children of clergy

Parent and child

Middle class

Young men

Fiction, sagas

Parent and child, fiction

England, fiction

Classic Literature

Autobiographical fiction

Social life and customs

Historical fiction

Manners and customs

Domestic fiction

Children's fiction

Great britain, fiction

England in fiction

Parent and child in fiction

Middl126e class

Young men in fiction

Children of clergy in fiction

Conflict of generations in fiction

Middle class in fiction

English fiction

Large type books

Fiction, general

Tariff

Protectionism

Tarif douanier

Protectionnisme

Trovillion Private Press, Herrin, Ill

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The Bostonians

From 1929 to the latest issue, American Literature has been the foremost journal expressing the findings of those who study our national literature. American Literature has published the best work of literary historians, critics, and bibliographers, ranging from the founders of discipline to the best current critics and researchers. The longevity of this excellence lends a special distinction to the articles in American Literature. Presented in order of their first appearance, the articles in each volume constitute a revealing record of developing insights and important shifts of critical emphasis. Each article has opened a fresh line of inquiry, established a fresh perspective on a familiar topic, or settled a question that engaged the interest of experts.

Open Library Staff Picks; Social life and customs; Suffrage; Romance Norte Americano; Movie novels; Cousins; Fiction; Triangles (Interpersonal relations); Historical Fiction; Feminists; Social conditions; Young women; Classic Literature; Feminism; Women; Young women, fiction; Boston (mass.), fiction; Fiction, psychological; American fiction (fictional works by one author); New york (n.y.), fiction; Massachusetts, fiction; Fiction, general; American literature; Manners and customs; Fiction, historical, general; Long Now Manual for Civilization

The Bostonians

Open Library Staff Picks

Social life and customs

Suffrage

Romance Norte Americano

Movie novels

Cousins

Fiction

Triangles (Interpersonal relations)

Historical Fiction

Feminists

Social conditions

Young women

Classic Literature

Feminism

Women

Young women, fiction

Boston (mass.), fiction

Fiction, psychological

New york (n.y.), fiction

Massachusetts, fiction

Fiction, general

American literature

Manners and customs

Fiction, historical, general

Long Now Manual for Civilization

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The Kite Runner

After spending years in California, Amir returns to his homeland in Afghanistan to help his old friend Hassan, whose son is in trouble.

New York Times bestseller; nyt:trade_fiction_paperback=2008-10-26; Male friendship; Betrayal; Fiction; Social classes; Boys; nyt:trade_fiction_paperback=2009-09-26; Bacha bazi; Soviet-Afghan war; Mullahs; sadistic personality disorder; brass knuckles; fighter kites; Pashtuns; Hazaras; literary fiction; Teenage boys; Bildungsromans; Competitions; Kites; Literature; Open Library Staff Picks; open_syllabus_project; Amistad entre hombres; Social conditions; Ficción; Clases sociales; Parent and child; Interpersonal relations

The Kite Runner

New York Times bestseller

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Male friendship

Betrayal

Fiction

Social classes

Boys

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Bacha bazi

Soviet-Afghan war

Mullahs

sadistic personality disorder

brass knuckles

fighter kites

Pashtuns

Hazaras

literary fiction

Teenage boys

Bildungsromans

Competitions

Kites

Literature

Open Library Staff Picks

open_syllabus_project

Amistad entre hombres

Social conditions

Ficción

Clases sociales

Parent and child

Interpersonal relations

Historical fiction

Friendship

Fiction, coming of age

Afghanistan, fiction

Friendship, fiction

Autographed books

Social Class

Fictional Works [Publication Type]

Afghanistan-Konflikt

Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

Freundschaft

Soziale Ungleichheit

General

Junge

Arabic fiction

Romans, nouvelles

Amitié masculine

Afghans

Histoire

Littérature américaine

Afghanistan

Talibans

Novelas afganas

Novela

Traición

Muchachos

Social classes

American fiction

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Drama

Classes sociales

Trahison (Morale)

Garçons

Male friendship--fiction

Social classes--fiction

Betrayal--fiction

Boys--fiction

World literature

Fiction subjects

Fictional works

Translations into Persian

In library

Large type books

Long Now Manual for Civilization


The Complete Sherlock Holmes [4 novels, 56 stories]

Titles include "Sherlock Holmes, Volume 1" and "Sherlock Holmes, Volume 2".

Action & Adventure Fiction; Adventure stories; air guns; Americans; amorality; ancestors; Andamanese; Anglo-Saxons; anise; anonymity; aortic aneurysm; Apaces; aristocracy; arrow poisons; asphyxiation; attempted murder; banks; baritsu; barques; Battle of Maiwand; beryls; blackmail; bloguns; brain fever; brandy; brokers; broughams; burglary; bushrangers; butlers

Action & Adventure Fiction

Adventure stories

air guns

Americans

amorality

ancestors

Andamanese

Anglo-Saxons

anise

anonymity

aortic aneurysm

Apaces

aristocracy

arrow poisons

asphyxiation

attempted murder

banks

baritsu

barques

Battle of Maiwand

beryls

blackmail

bloguns

brain fever

brandy

brokers

broughams

burglary

bushrangers

butlers

cabinet cards

carbuncles

cattle

cavaliers

Children's stories

Christmas dinners

churches

Classic fiction

Classic Literature

Classics

clerks

coal tar

coffee

commissionaires

Confederate States Army

constables

consumption

convict

convicts

coronets

cottages

counterfeit money

crime

crime & mystery fiction

crime bosses

crime scenes

crocodiles

darkrooms

deformities

defrocking

Detective and mystery fiction

Detective and mystery stories

detective fiction

detectives in literature

dogs

domestic violence

Egyptian cigarettes

electric blue

elms

Encyclopædia Britannica

English

English children's stories

English Detective and mystery stories

English Mastiffs

English Short stories

extortion

fiction

Fiction Classics

fingerprints

footprints

forges

frequency analysis

Fuller's earth

gemstones

gold

governesses

half-pennies

handwriting

hanging

hemoglobin

historical fiction

History

Honourable Society of the Inner Temple

horse gaits

horse racing

horseshoes

hurdling

hydraulic presses

Indian Rebellion of 1857

Intestacy

jewellery

Justices of the Peace

Juvenile fiction

Juvenile literature

kidnapping

Ku Klux Klan

lascars

launches

lecturers

Literary Fiction

locked-room mysteries

long jumpers

maids

maps

meres

mixed race children

moorland

murder-suicide

Mystery & Suspense

Mystery and detective stories

Mystery and Suspense

Mystery fiction

Nihilism

novel

oaks

opium

opium dens

pawnbrokers

penal labour

pennies

pince-nez glasses

pioneers

plumbers

poison

police

police inspectors

preparatory schools

prima donnas

prime ministers

private investigators

Private investigators in fiction

proofs

prospecting

race horses

ransoms

red hair

redundancy

revolvers

Rhodesian Police

riddles

Romani

rugby unions

Russians

sailing ships

scalpels

scholarship

school caps

Scottish Terriers

scrips

Second Anglo-Afghan War

secretaries of state

Short Stories

smoke bombs

snow

soft-point bullets

stick figures

stock market

study

substance abuse

substitution ciphers

tea plantations

telegraphy

tests

The Church of Jesus Christ and Latter-day Saints

thumbs

tobacco pipes

track spikes

traps

treasure

treaties

Trichinopoly cigars

tutors

wax sculptures

waylaying

weddings

whist

yellow fever

English fiction

Holmes, sherlock (fictitious character), fiction

Fiction, mystery & detective, general

Private investigators, fiction

Sherlock Holmes (Fictitious character)

English literature

Fiction, mystery & detective, traditional

Fiction, mystery & detective, collections & anthologies

Watson, john h. (fictitious character), fiction

England, fiction

Children's fiction

FICTION / Classics

FICTION / Mystery & Detective / Traditional British

Fiction, action & adventure

Fiction, mystery & detective, short stories

crime novel

English Civil War

mires

tors

tombs

Sherlock Holmes

Electron optics

Radiography

Diffraction

Long Now Manual for Civilization

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Helen of Troy: Her Life and Translation Done Into Rhyme from the Greek Books

Helen of Troy (Greek mythology); Poetry; Fiction; Historical Fiction; Helen of Troy (Greek mythology) in literature; Greek Mythology; Fiction, historical, general; Poetry (poetic works by one author); In literature

Helen of Troy (Greek mythology)

Poetry

Fiction

Historical Fiction

Greek Mythology

Fiction, historical, general

Poetry (poetic works by one author)

In literature

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The Trumpet-Major, and Robert His Brother

Fiction; History; Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815; Soldiers; Brothers; Social life and customs; Veterans; Merchant mariners; British and irish fiction (fictional works by one author); Fiction, historical; Brothers, fiction; Napoleonic wars, 1800-1815, fiction; Wessex (england), fiction; Country life; Courtship; Fiction, historical, general; Large type books; English language; Textbooks for foreign speakers; Readers for new literates; Juvenile fiction; Manners and customs; Hardy, thomas, 1840-1928; England, fiction; Great Britain; Historical Fiction; Classic Literature; Urban health; Bibliography; City planning

Fiction

History

Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815

Soldiers

Brothers

Social life and customs

Veterans

Merchant mariners

Fiction, historical

Brothers, fiction

Napoleonic wars, 1800-1815, fiction

Wessex (england), fiction

Country life

Courtship

Fiction, historical, general

Large type books

English language

Textbooks for foreign speakers

Readers for new literates

Juvenile fiction

Manners and customs

Hardy, thomas, 1840-1928

England, fiction

Great Britain

Historical Fiction

Classic Literature

Urban health

Bibliography

City planning

Health aspects

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Die Blechtrommel

The Echo of Die Blechtrommel in Europe presents an overview and analysis of the critical reception of Günter Grass’s classic novel throughout Europe. Starting from the reviews on its first publication in Germany in 1959, it follows the reception of its translations in Poland, Italy, the UK, The Netherlands, Belgium, France, Finland and Sweden. Press reviews for the general public form the main object of research in this volume. The articles reveal the different roles played by religious, political and ideological matters in the reception of the novel in the respective European countries. The articles, written by specialists from the countries under study, also reveal national differences and resemblances in the institutions of literary life in Europe.

Fiction; History; German Historical fiction; Dwarfs; German Political fiction; Political fiction; 1945-1955; Translations into English; German fiction; Historical fiction; German language materials; Duits; German poetry; Letterkunde; German literature; German drama; LITERATURE; NOVEL; Germany, fiction; Poland, fiction; Fiction, historical; People with disabilities, fiction; Fiction, historical, general; Novela política; Historia; Ficción; Novela histórica; Novela; Romans, nouvelles; Histoire

Die Blechtrommel

Fiction
History
German Historical fiction
Dwarfs
German Political fiction
Political fiction
1945-1955
Translations into English
German fiction
Historical fiction
German language materials
Duits
German poetry
Letterkunde
German literature
German drama
LITERATURE
NOVEL
Germany, fiction
Poland, fiction
Fiction, historical
People with disabilities, fiction
Fiction, historical, general
Novela política
Historia
Ficción
Novela histórica
Novela
Romans, nouvelles
Histoire
Enanos
Roman allemand
Kleinwüchsiger
Romance Alemao
Translations into Spanish
Novela histórica alemana
Traducciones al español
Germanic literature

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Ten Years Later

Fiction; Historical Fiction; France Hist. Louis XIV, 1643-1715 Fiction; History; Fiction, historical, general; Fiction, classics; Fiction, action & adventure; Fiction, general

Ten Years Later

Fiction

Historical Fiction

History

Fiction, historical, general

Fiction, classics

Fiction, action & adventure

Fiction, general

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The Red Pony

Young Jody Tiflin lives on his father's California ranch. He is thrilled when his father gives him a red pony, and later promises him the colt of a bay mare. Both these gifts bring joy to Jodi's life - but tragedy soon follows. As Jodi begins to learn the harsh lessons of life and death, he starts to understand what growing-up and becoming an adult really means.

Horses; Horse; Open Library Staff Picks; Ponies; Fiction; Boys; Ranch life; Coming of age; Loss (Psychology); Western stories; American fiction (fictional works by one author); West (u.s.), fiction; Children's fiction; Horses, fiction; Ponies, fiction; Large type books; Death; Fuction; Historical Fiction; English Young adult literature; American literature; Juvenile fiction; Garçons; Romans, nouvelles; Vie au ranch

The Red Pony

Horses

Horse

Open Library Staff Picks

Ponies

Fiction

Boys

Ranch life

Coming of age

Loss (Psychology)

Western stories

West (u.s.), fiction

Children's fiction

Horses, fiction

Ponies, fiction

Large type books

Death

Fuction

Historical Fiction

English Young adult literature

American literature

Juvenile fiction

Garçons

Romans, nouvelles

Vie au ranch

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The Book Thief

TIMES 2020, los 100 mejores libros juveniles de todos los tiempos Una novela preciosa, tremendamente humana y emocionante, que describe las peripecias de una niña alemana de nueve años desde que es dada en adopción por su madre hasta el final de la II Guerra Mundial. Érase una vez un pueblo donde las noches eran largas y la muerte contaba su propia historia. En el pueblo vivía una niña que quería leer, un hombre que tocaba el acordeón y un joven judío que escribía bellos cuentos para escapar del horror de la guerra. Al cabo de un tiempo, la niña se convirtió en una ladrona que robaba libros y regalaba palabras. Con estas palabras se escribió una historia hermosa y cruel que ahora ya es una novela inolvidable. No te pierdas El puente de Clay, la primera novela de Markus Zusak desde La ladrona de libros. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION TIMES 2020 100 Best YA of All Times The extraordinary #1 New York Times bestseller that is now a major motion picture, Markus Zusak's unforgettable story is about the ability of books to feed the soul. When Death has a story to tell, you listen. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement. In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of I Am the Messenger, has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time. “The kind of book that can be life-changing.” —The New York Times “Deserves a place on the same shelf with The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank.” —USA Today

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The Book Thief

New York Times bestseller

New York Times reviewed

Books and reading

Fiction

Jews

History

World War, 1939-1945

Rescue

Storytelling

Death

Novela australiana

Livres et lecture

Romans, nouvelles

Juifs

Histoire

Guerre mondiale, 1939-1945

Sauvetage

Libros y lectura

Novela

Judios

Historia

Guerra Mundial II, 1939-1945

Book thefts

Death, fiction

Germany, history, fiction

Jews, history, fiction

World war, 1939-1945, fiction

Children's fiction

Storytelling, fiction

Books and reading, fiction

Juvenile fiction

Art de conter

Mort

World war ii

Gestapo

Judaism

Nazi

Nazi germany

Historical fiction

Narración de cuentos

Muerte

Literature

Judíos

Nyt:paperback_books=2007-09-09

Ficción

Jews rescue

German history

Books

Reading

Spanish language materials

Ficción juvenil

Guerra mundial ii

Fictional works

Large type books

Memory

Mothers

Family problems

Young adult fiction

Death (personification)

Germany

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Perfume

Quizá los olores evoquen el privilegio de la invisibilidad. Antes del tacto, sucede el olor, como mensajero de una esencia que sabe desaparecer en el aire y ser agente de un gran poder. La seducción que despliega el olor es implacable: se instala en nosotros y sella su poderío en los tejidos de la memoria. Jean-Baptiste Grenouille tiene su marca de nacimiento: no despide ningún olor y por ello hace temer la presencia de algún demonio. Al mismo tiempo posee un don excepcional: un olfato prodigioso que le permite percibir todos los olores del mundo. Desde la miseria en que nace, abandonado al cuidado de unos monjes, Jean-Baptiste Grenouille lucha contra su condición y escala posiciones sociales convirtiéndose en un afamado perfumista. Crea perfumes capaces de hacerle pasar inadvertido o inspirar simpatía, amor, compasión... Para obtener estas fórmulas magistrales debe asesinar a jóvenes muchachas vírgenes, obtener sus fluidos corporales y licuar sus olores íntimos. Su arte se convierte en una suprema e inquietante prestidigitacion. Patrick Süskind, convertido en maestro del naturalismo irónico, nos transmite una visión ácida y desengañada del hombre en un libro repleto de sabiduría olfativa, imaginación y enorme amenidad. Su persuasión iguala la de su personaje y nos propone una inmersión literaria en el arco iris natural de los olores y en los turbadores abismos del espíritu humano.

Historical fiction; psychological thriller; dark fantasy; coming-of-age; murder mystery; obsession; perfume; scent; olfactory; senses; identity; love; loneliness; 18th century France; Fiction, suspense; France, fiction; Fiction, historical, general; Perfumes; Odors; Murderers; Fiction; Parfum (Motion picture); Künstlerroman; developmental novel; historical fiction; synth-pop

Perfume

Historical fiction
psychological thriller
dark fantasy
coming-of-age
murder mystery
obsession
perfume
scent
olfactory
senses
identity
love
loneliness
18th century France
Fiction, suspense
France, fiction
Fiction, historical, general
Perfumes
Odors
Murderers
Fiction
Parfum (Motion picture)

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Beloved

La obra maestra de la premio Nobel de Literatura Toni Morrison, «la mejor novela norteamericana de los últimos cincuenta años» según The New York Times, ganadora del Premio Pulitzer y del American Book Award «No puedo imaginar la literatura norteamericana sin esta novela.» John Leonard, Los Angeles Times Para escribir esta magnífica historia, merecedora del Premio Pulitzer, Toni Morrison se inspiró en la vida real de una esclava afroamericana, Margaret Garner, que en 1856 escapó de una plantación en Kentucky y consiguió llegar al estado libre de Ohio. A punto de ser recapturada, Margaret tomó la trágica decisión de sacrificar a su hija para salvarla de una vida en cautiverio. En estas páginas, Sethe es la esclava prófuga que vendió su cuerpo para grabar el nombre de su hija muerta en la lápida: diez minutos por «Beloved», veinte por «Querida Beloved». Muchos años después, Sethe vive en Ohio con Denver, su hija adolescente, y Paul D., un viejo amigo que también fue esclavo. Todos intentan prosperar y olvidar el pasado, hasta que un día aparece una joven que dice llamarse Beloved. Tiene la edad que tendría su hija si viviese y sabe ciertas cosas que sugieren que podría serlo. Beloved se convirtió de inmediato en un clásico cuando se publicó en 1987. El crítico John Leonard escribió en Los Angeles Times: «No concibo la literatura norteamericana sin esta novela». Casi dos décadas después, The New York Times la eligió como la mejor novela norteamericana de los últimos cincuenta años. Reseñas: «Se abre una ventana a una de las obras más generosas, híbridas, abiertas y llenas de candor de la poesía contemporánea en lengua inglesa; una vía para apreciar la dimensión de una autora siempre entregada a la fascinación de su mirada, de su voz, de su cuerpo incrustado en el mundo.» Zenda «Uno de esos libros que merecen de verdad la pena. Obra esencial histórica que arranca apenas una década después de que se abola la esclavitud en Estados Unidos». Begoña Alonso, Elle «Toni Morrison fue un gigante de su época y de la nuestra. Todo el mundo debería leer Beloved.» Margaret Atwood, The New York Times « Beloved es la gran novela norteamericana no escrita del siglo XIX, trata de cosas sobre las que jamás se escribió y que laten sin embargo en el fondo de novelas sí escritas, por Melville, por Poe.» A. S. Byatt «Una maravillosa artesana a la que la gente tiende a pasar por alto. Es tan genial e innovadora como Faulkner, García Márquez y Woolf.» The New York Times «Si hay una novela con la que empezar a leer a Toni Morrison, es Beloved. [...] Morrison es un tesoro norteamericano.» Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York «He terminado una segunda vuelta de Beloved, la misteriosa y tan fascinante novela de Toni Morrison, donde el mundo de los esclavos negros se vuelve un asunto íntimo y a la vez mágico. [...] Y las protagonistas son las mujeres, que todo lo desafían, y son ellas mismas la libertad.» Sergio Ramírez, Babelia «Su obra es un bello y significativo desafío a nuestras conciencias y nuestra imaginación moral.» Barack Obama «Beloved te hace sentir que todo lo que has escrito es aburrido y sin vida. El nivel de destreza, la perfección y la belleza de las oraciones, el alcance de la imaginación, el orden del lenguaje en torno al dolor indescriptible.[...] Sé que Morrison no escribía para mí, pero moldeó mi escritura y le estoy eternamente agradecida.» Carmen María Machado

African American History; Ohio; History; 19th century; Fiction; Reading Level-Grade 9; Reading Level-Grade 11; Reading Level-Grade 10; Reading Level-Grade 12; 1000blackgirlbooks; African American women; Infanticide; African Americans; Slavery; Women slaves; Race Relations; African Continental Ancestry Group; Modern Literature; Sklaverei; Psychische Verarbeitung; Historical fiction; Social conditions; Schwarze; American fiction (fictional works by one author); Ohio, fiction; African americans, fiction; Slaves, fiction; Fiction, historical; Large type books; National Black Family Month; historical fiction; magic realist fiction

Beloved

African American History

Ohio

History

19th century

Fiction

Reading Level-Grade 9

Reading Level-Grade 11

Reading Level-Grade 10

Reading Level-Grade 12

1000blackgirlbooks

African American women

Infanticide

African Americans

Slavery

Women slaves

Race Relations

African Continental Ancestry Group

Modern Literature

Sklaverei

Psychische Verarbeitung

Historical fiction

Social conditions

Schwarze

Ohio, fiction

African americans, fiction

Slaves, fiction

Fiction, historical

Large type books

National Black Family Month

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New York Times bestseller

Fiction, historical, general

Crime, fiction

American literature

collectionID:EanesChallenge

Noires américaines

Romans, nouvelles

Femmes esclaves

Literary

Enslaved Persons

Women

collectionID:bannedbooks

African american women--fiction

Women slaves--fiction

Infanticide--fiction

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Afro-americans

Literary collections

Trials, litigation

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East of Eden

A masterpiece of Biblical scope, and the magnum opus of one of America’s most enduring authors, in a commemorative hardcover edition In his journal, Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck called East of Eden "the first book," and indeed it has the primordial power and simplicity of myth. Set in the rich farmland of California's Salinas Valley, this sprawling and often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two families—the Trasks and the Hamiltons—whose generations helplessly reenact the fall of Adam and Eve and the poisonous rivalry of Cain and Abel. The masterpiece of Steinbeck’s later years, East of Eden is a work in which Steinbeck created his most mesmerizing characters and explored his most enduring themes: the mystery of identity, the inexplicability of love, and the murderous consequences of love's absence. Adapted for the 1955 film directed by Elia Kazan introducing James Dean, and read by thousands as the book that brought Oprah’s Book Club back, East of Eden has remained vitally present in American culture for over half a century.

migrant labor; historical fiction; domestic fiction; depravity; beneficence; love; the struggle for acceptance; self-destruction; guilt; freedom; literary fiction; classics; Fiction; Twins; Novela hogareña; Hermanos; Brothers; Fathers and sons; Classic Literature; Open Library Staff Picks; Sibling rivalry; Padre e hijo; Novela histórica; Rivaldad entre hermanos; open_syllabus_project; Niños de prostitutas; Rural families; Children of prostitutes; Ficción; Father-son relationship; family saga

East of Eden

migrant labor

historical fiction

domestic fiction

depravity

beneficence

love

the struggle for acceptance

self-destruction

guilt

freedom

literary fiction

classics

Fiction

Twins

Novela hogareña

Hermanos

Brothers

Fathers and sons

Classic Literature

Open Library Staff Picks

Sibling rivalry

Padre e hijo

Novela histórica

Rivaldad entre hermanos

open_syllabus_project

Niños de prostitutas

Rural families

Children of prostitutes

Ficción

Father-son relationship

Reading Level-Grade 7

Reading Level-Grade 6

Reading Level-Grade 9

Reading Level-Grade 8

Reading Level-Grade 11

Reading Level-Grade 10

Reading Level-Grade 12

Fathers and sons, fiction

California, fiction

American literature

Large type books

Children's fiction

Poor

History

Murder

Revenge

Jealousy

Rich people

Social life and customs

Pauvres

Romans, nouvelles

Histoire

Meurtre

Vengeance

Jalousie

Riches

Pères et fils

Mœurs et coutumes

Manners and customs

World War, 1939-1945

Novela

Vida social y costumbres

Guerra Mundial II, 1939-1945

Problem youth

Brithers

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Quo Vadis?

Quo Vadis: Una narración de los tiempos de Nerón de Henryk Sienkiewicz es una novela histórica que retrata vívidamente el choque entre la decadencia de la Roma imperial y el naciente espíritu del cristianismo primitivo. Ambientada durante el reinado del emperador Nerón, la historia sigue al patricio romano Marco Vinicio mientras se enamora de la cristiana Ligia. Su viaje personal, marcado por un despertar moral y una transformación interior, se desarrolla en un contexto de crueldad política, persecución y el inminente colapso de un imperio corrupto. Desde su publicación, Quo Vadis ha sido celebrada por su narrativa poderosa y su riqueza histórica. Sienkiewicz logra combinar con maestría romance, tragedia y reflexión espiritual, utilizando el contraste entre los excesos romanos y la humildad cristiana para explorar temas universales como la fe, el sacrificio y la redención. La caracterización vívida — especialmente del despotismo de Nerón y la resistencia de los primeros cristianos — ha asegurado su lugar como un clásico de la literatura universal. El significado perdurable de la novela radica en su representación de la resistencia espiritual frente a la decadencia moral. Quo Vadis sigue siendo una poderosa meditación sobre el amor, la transformación y el coraje de defender las propias creencias en un mundo gobernado por el miedo y la corrupción.

Fiction; History; Rome in fiction; Church history; Church history in fiction; Nero, 54-68; Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600; Histoire; Romans; Néron, 54-68; Église; Religion in fiction; Historical fiction; Romans, nouvelles; Primitive and early church; Dictionaries; Polish Americans; Biography; Fiction, christian, historical; Rome, fiction; Iglesia; Historia; Novela

Quo Vadis?

Fiction
History
Rome in fiction
Church history
Church history in fiction
Nero, 54-68
Primitive and early church, ca. 30-600
Histoire
Romans
Néron, 54-68
Église
Religion in fiction
Historical fiction
Romans, nouvelles
Primitive and early church
Dictionaries
Polish Americans
Biography
Fiction, christian, historical
Rome, fiction
Iglesia
Historia
Novela


In Freedom's Cause

At the turn of the fourteenth century in Scotland, young Archie Forbes becomes involved with both William Wallace and Robert the Bruce in the struggle for Scottish independence from English rule.

Adventure and adventurers; Fiction; History; Juvenile fiction; Scotland War of Independence, 1285-1371; Scotland; Children's fiction; Scotland, history, fiction; Fiction, action & adventure; Fiction, historical, general; Scotland, fiction; Romans, nouvelles; Histoire; World history; Fiction, general; Robert i, king of scots, 1274-1329, fiction; Adventure and adventurers, fiction; Historical fiction; English literature

In Freedom's Cause

Adventure and adventurers

Fiction

History

Juvenile fiction

Scotland War of Independence, 1285-1371

Scotland

Children's fiction

Scotland, history, fiction

Fiction, action & adventure

Fiction, historical, general

Scotland, fiction

Romans, nouvelles

Histoire

World history

Fiction, general

Adventure and adventurers, fiction

Historical fiction

English literature


Noli Me Tangere

La presente versión de Noli Me Tangere fue corregida por Vicente Blasco Ibáñez. Por ello difiere en ciertos pasajes de la edición original. Rizal escribió esta novela sobre la sociedad filipina del siglo XIX en medio de su actividad política, y pretendió denunciar los desmanes del gobierno español y sus instituciones religiosas. Lo hizo a través de este relato, en el que comparecen las clases sociales imperantes, el amor y la reflexión histórica. Este es el texto más célebre de José Rizal. La novela creó tanta controversia que solo algunos días después de su primer regreso a Filipinas (1887), el gobernador general Emilio Terrero le informó que su novela era subversiva. Sin embargo, algunos ejemplares de Noli me tangere circularon de contrabando. Luego, cuando Rizal volvió a las Filipinas después de terminar sus estudios médicos, lo deportaron a Dapitan, en la isla de Mindanao. Más adelante lo encarcelaron por «incitar a la rebelión» a través de sus escritos. En 1896, a la edad de treinta y cinco años, murió ante un pelotón de fusilamiento. Citamos, a continuación, el primer párrafo de esta versión en la que ya se aprecian las diferencias de estilísticas introducidas por Blasco Ibáñez: A fines de octubre, don Santiago de los Santos, conocido vulgarmente con el nombre de Capitán Tiago, daba una cena, que era el tema de todas las conversaciones en Binondo, en los demás arrabales y hasta dentro de la ciudad. Capitán Tiago pasaba entonces por el hombre más rumboso, y sabía todo el mundo que su casa, como su país, no cerraba las puertas a nadie, como no fuese a las innovaciones provechosas y a las ideas nuevas y atrevidas. Con la rapidez del relámpago corrió la noticia en el mundo de los parásitos que Dios crió en su infinita bondad y tan cariñosamente multiplica en Manila. Dábase esta cena en una casa de la calle de Anloague. Era un edificio bastante grande, construido al estilo del país y situado a orillas del río Pasig, llamado por algunos ría de Binondo, y que desempeña, como todos los ríos de Manila, el múltiple papel de baño, alcantarilla, lavadero, pesquería, medio de transporte y comunicación y hasta proporciona agua potable si lo tiene por conveniente el chino aguador. Es de notar que esta poderosa arteria del arrabal, en donde abunda más el tráfico, apenas cuenta con un viejo puente de madera, en una distancia de más de un kilómetro. Fragmento de la obra

Economics; Classic Literature; Fiction; Fiction, historical, general; Philippines, fiction; Fiction, humorous, general; Man-woman relationships, fiction; History; Translations into English; Fiction, general; Philippine fiction; Philippine literature; Philippines; Tagalog language; Historical fiction; Spanish era; historical novel; 17th century Philippines; Spanish reign in the Philippines; Romance literature

Noli Me Tangere

Economics
Classic Literature
Fiction
Fiction, historical, general
Philippines, fiction
Fiction, humorous, general
Man-woman relationships, fiction
History
Translations into English
Fiction, general
Philippine fiction
Philippine literature
Philippines
Tagalog language
Historical fiction
Spanish era
historical novel
17th century Philippines
Spanish reign in the Philippines
Romance literature

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