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The Eight Strokes of the Clock by Maurice Leblanc. "The Eight Strokes of the Clock" by Maurice Leblanc is a novel written during the early 20th century. This work centers around the enigmatic figure of Prince Rénine and his thrilling encounters with mystery and adventure, often involving themes of love, justice, and the intricacies of human emotion. The narrative unfolds through intriguing situations and complex characters, setting the stage for a series of thrilling escapades. The opening of the novel introduces Hortense Daniel, who contemplates eloping with a man named Rossigny, while ...

Emily Jane Brontë was an English novelist and poet who is best known for her only novel, Wuthering Heights, now considered a classic of English literature. Emily was the third eldest of the four surviving Brontë siblings, between the youngest Anne and her brother Branwell. She wrote under the pen name Ellis Bell. ( Wikipedia )

A tale of passion and vengeance set in the bleak Yorkshire moors, Wuthering Heights depicts the mutual love of Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff till destruction and death rend the narration. There is no place for remorse in our antihero's breast as he sets about ruining the lives of those he considers responsible for his own misery. Yet cruelty is only to be met with compassion in the following generations. Romantic, impassioned and wild, it is also a dark journey in the human soul. (Summary by Lady Maria).

"12 Hour Sounds" is a unique podcast that immerses its listeners in a world of diverse and continuous soundscapes. Each episode, exactly 12 hours long, is a meticulously crafted audio journey designed to accompany listeners through their day. The podcast features a variety of themes, ranging from the soothing sounds of nature, like forest ambience or ocean waves, to more dynamic urban environments, bustling cityscapes, or even the tranquil hum of a distant galaxy.

LibriVox volunteers bring you 18 recordings of "The Visionary" by Ellis Bell (Emily Brontë). This was the weekly poem for January 1, 2012.The first 12 lines originally appeared in one of a large group of Gondal poems, the word coming from the name of a fictitious island kingdom in a fantasy created by Emily and her sister Anne. When Emily finally consented to have some of her poems published in 1846, along with those of sisters Charlotte and Anne, she selected parts of the Gondal poems and removed all reference to the fantasy land. However, this poem first appeared in a new, expanded edition ...

Le Rime sono una raccolta messa insieme e ordinata da moderni editori, che riunisce il complesso della produzione lirica dantesca dalle prove giovanili a quelle dell'età matura. Le rime giovanili comprendono componimenti che riflettono le varie tendenze della lirica cortese del tempo, quella guittoniana, quella guinizzelliana e quella cavalcantiana. Tra questo gruppo di testi Dante aveva scelto quelli che dovevano entrare a far parte della Vita Nova. (Summary by Wikipedia) N.B. Questa edizione (dell'Ottocento) contiene alcune poesie che gli studiosi non attribuiscono più a Dante, come per ...

Die Commedia, in späterer Zeit auch Divina Commedia („Göttliche Komödie“) genannt, ist das Hauptwerk des italienischen Dichters Dante Alighieri. Sie gilt als bedeutendste Dichtung der italienischen Literatur und als eines der größten Werke der Weltliteratur.(Zusammenfassung von Wikipedia)

Anthem by Ayn Rand. Ayn Rand is best known for her classics Atlas Shrugged and The Fountainhead. One of her earlier works, Anthem, is a dystopian vision of a world in which “self” has been abolished and people have become nothing more than parts of a greater “collective.” Rooted in her own experiences fleeing from the communist Russia of the 1920’s, as well as the rise of fascism in Italy and National Socialism in Germany, Rand wrote Anthem as a warning to all concerned with losing personal identity in an ever changing and rapidly developing world.

The Lost World by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Imagine a strange, tropical place that is almost inaccessible. Time appears to have stood still there. Species of animal and plant life not seen elsewhere on Earth, except in the fossil record, inhabit the place. The lakes heave with the shapes of huge grey bulks moving under the surface. The woods are places where chittering cries move about above your head, as powerful apes move swiftly in the canopy of leaves. Then, a tree splinters nearby, and a dinosaur steps out from his hiding place... and he's eyeing YOU. Jurassic Park? Not quite. The Lost ...

The Poison Belt by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. The Poison Belt is a 1913 science fiction novel by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, featuring his recurring character Professor Challenger, and is a sequel to The Lost World. The plot follows Challenger as he predicts Earth will pass through a belt of poisonous ether, prompting him to summon his companions to his home, where they seal themselves in a room with oxygen to survive the global catastrophe unfolding outside. The story is notable for its claustrophobic setting and its depiction of humanity's potential end, with the group watching the world succumb ...

The Red House Mystery by A. A. Milne. Author A. A. Milne is best known to the world as the creator of Winnie-the-Pooh. Yet Milne was versatile, having written dozens of plays, humorous articles, books and – The Red House Mystery. In which… Mark Ablett is the massively narcissistic owner of The Red House, a beautiful English country mansion. The estate is managed mostly by Mark’s side-kick and younger cousin, Cayley. As a wealthy artiste, Mark has chosen his handful of guests both to pander to his self-image and to allow him near-total control of virtually all aspects of his luxurious ...

The Lady from Nowhere by Fergus Hume. The Lady from Nowhere by Fergus Hume is a thrilling mystery novel that keeps readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. The story follows the mysterious Lady Maitland as she arrives in a small English village and quickly becomes entangled in a web of intrigue and deception. Hume does a masterful job of building suspense and creating a sense of foreboding throughout the novel. The plot is full of unexpected twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end. The characters are well-developed and engaging, and the setting ...

WeltliteraturDante Alighieri, (*1265 in Florenz, gest. 1321 in Ravenna, Mutter früh verstorben, Vater Geldverleiher in Florenz), gehörte dem guelfisch gesinnten Stadtadel an, war verheiratet und hatte 4 Kinder.Als Mitglied des obersten Ratsgremiums trat er an der Seite der Weißen Guelfen, die sich für eine Autonomie der Stadt gegenüber dem Papst (Bonifazius VIII.) einsetzten, gegen die Schwarzen Guelfen und die Ghebelinen und geriet zwischen alle Fronten der politischen Lager.1302 wurde Dante in Abwesenheit (Botschafter beim Papst Bonifazius VIII. in Rom) zu einer Geldstrafe wegen ...

Die Geschichte einer spät gesühnten Beleidigung ... (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser)

This novel in verses is an example of Russian classic literature. The plot tells about young nobleman moving to country from St. Petersburg, driving there not only by mansion inheritance from his uncle but by the spleen, to find friendship and love which will turn out disappointing and even a tragedy. The main charm of the text is in its verses - the stanza consisted of 14 lines written in verses of iambic tetrameter has became classical since and has been called Onegin stanza.Этот роман в стихах является образцом классической русской ...

Wladimir Dubrowskij ist der Sohn eines Kleinadligen, dessen väterlicher Besitz durch seinen frühreren Freund und Nachbarn Kirila Petrowitsch Trojekurow durch Tücke in Beschlag genommen wird. Aus Rache beginnt Dubrowskij ein Dasein als Räuber, wobei er nur Reiche überfällt und die armen verschont. Jedoch verliebt er sich in Trojekurows Tochter, schleicht sich waghalsig in dessen Gut ein, und wird letzten Endes entdeckt. (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser)

Die Geschichte eines jungen Mannes, der das Herz einer armen Pflegetochter bricht, um an das Geheimnis einer alten Dame zu gelangen. (Summary by Herr Klugbeisser)

Алекса́ндр Серге́евич Пу́шкин (1799 - 1837) — русский поэт , драматург и прозаик . Александр Сергеевич Пушкин имеет репутацию великого или величайшего русского поэта. В филологии Пушкин рассматривается как создатель современного русского литературного языка. (Википедия)

Short stories on the Russian life from early 19 century. The fiction prose of the famous poet. - Summary by xenium5

Классика русской литературы – роман Александра Сергеевича Пушкина о трагической любви между Владимиром Дубровским, лишенным наследства дворянином, ставшим разбойником, и дочерью обидчика его отца Кириллы Петровича Троекурова – Машей Троекуровой. (Резюме Ксении) A classic of Russian literature, this novel by Alexander Pushkin tells of the tragic love between Vladimir ...