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Mr. Punch with the Children

A Rich Tapestry of British Humor and Victorian Childhood

by Phil May, Charles Keene, John Leech, L. Raven-Hill, David Wilson, George du Maurier, Gordon Browne, C. E. Brock, Tom Browne, J. Bernard Partridge, Lewis Baumer, Tom Wilkinson, Charles Pears, Hilda Cowham ...

Mr. Punch with the Children is a captivating anthology that delves into the whimsical yet poignant realm of childhood through the lens of classic illustration and narrative. This collection showcases an extensive array of literary and artistic styles, ranging from satirical caricatures to tender depictions of youthful innocence. Highlighting the societal nuances and cultural norms surrounding ... Read more

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Mr. Punch with the Children is a captivating anthology that delves into the whimsical yet poignant realm of childhood through the lens of classic illustration and narrative. This collection showcases an extensive array of literary and artistic styles, ranging from satirical caricatures to tender depictions of youthful innocence. Highlighting the societal nuances and cultural norms surrounding
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Mr. Punch's Country Life: Humours of Our Rustics

Rustic Charm: A Tapestry of British Country Humor

by Phil May, Charles Keene, L. Raven-Hill, Will Owen, George du Maurier, C. E. Brock, F. H. Townsend, Bernard Partridge, Tom Browne, Lewis Baumer, G. D. Armour, Gunning King, Linley Sambourne, G. H. Jalland, G. E. Stampa ...

In 'Mr. Punch's Country Life: Humours of Our Rustics,' readers are invited to explore the rich tapestry of rural life through a medley of literary styles and comedic lenses. The collection artfully captures the essence of bucolic England, ranging from whimsical illustrations to sharp, satirical prose. Each piece serves as a testament to the authors' ability to blend humor with cultural critique, ... Read more

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In 'Mr. Punch's Country Life: Humours of Our Rustics,' readers are invited to explore the rich tapestry of rural life through a medley of literary styles and comedic lenses. The collection artfully captures the essence of bucolic England, ranging from whimsical illustrations to sharp, satirical prose. Each piece serves as a testament to the authors' ability to blend humor with cultural critique,
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Lord Peter Views the Body: 'What the hell do you mean?''

by Dorothy L Sayers ...

Dorothy L Sayers was born on the 13th June 1893 in Oxford.Her early years were spent in the Fens of East Anglia, where her father served as rector.In 1912, she won a scholarship to Somerville College, Oxford, to study Modern Languages and Medieval Literature. At the time women could not officially be granted degrees but she was among the first to receive her Master of Arts when the policy was ... Read more

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Dorothy L Sayers was born on the 13th June 1893 in Oxford.Her early years were spent in the Fens of East Anglia, where her father served as rector.In 1912, she won a scholarship to Somerville College, Oxford, to study Modern Languages and Medieval Literature. At the time women could not officially be granted degrees but she was among the first to receive her Master of Arts when the policy was
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Margaret Ogilvy

by J. M. Barrie ...

On the day I was born we bought six hair–bottomed chairs, and in our little house it was an event, the first great victory in a woman's long campaign; how they had been laboured for, the pound–note and the thirty threepenny–bits they cost, what anxiety there was about the purchase, the show they made in possession of the west room, my father's unnatural coolness when he brought them in (but his ... Read more

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On the day I was born we bought six hair–bottomed chairs, and in our little house it was an event, the first great victory in a woman's long campaign; how they had been laboured for, the pound–note and the thirty threepenny–bits they cost, what anxiety there was about the purchase, the show they made in possession of the west room, my father's unnatural coolness when he brought them in (but his
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On Picket Duty, and Other Tales

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*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:October moonlight shone clearly on the solitary tree draped with gray moss scarred by lightning and warped by wind looking like a venerable warrior whose long campaign was nearly done; and underneath was posted the guard of four. ... Read more

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*** Original and Unabridged Content. Made available by GOLDEN CLASSIC PRESS***Synopsis:October moonlight shone clearly on the solitary tree draped with gray moss scarred by lightning and warped by wind looking like a venerable warrior whose long campaign was nearly done; and underneath was posted the guard of four.
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The Library Window: 'It is just a very dead thing without any reflection in it''

by Margaret Oliphant ...

Margaret Oliphant Wilson was born on 4th April 1828 in East Lothian in Scotland but spent her childhood in Midlothian, Glasgow and Liverpool.She wrote from a young age and in 1849 had her first novel about the Scottish Free Church movement, a cause her parents sympathized with, published. Her next, ‘Caleb Field’, a couple of years later, led to a lifelong association with Blackwood Magazine to ... Read more

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Margaret Oliphant Wilson was born on 4th April 1828 in East Lothian in Scotland but spent her childhood in Midlothian, Glasgow and Liverpool.She wrote from a young age and in 1849 had her first novel about the Scottish Free Church movement, a cause her parents sympathized with, published. Her next, ‘Caleb Field’, a couple of years later, led to a lifelong association with Blackwood Magazine to
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Windyridge

A Quest for Justice and Truth in the English Countryside

by W. Riley ...

In "Windyridge," W. Riley presents a richly woven narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships amidst the backdrop of a quaint rural setting. The novel is marked by its lyrical prose and evocative imagery, capturing the essence of pastoral life while exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. With a keen eye for detail, Riley employs a blend of realism and ... Read more

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In "Windyridge," W. Riley presents a richly woven narrative that delves into the complexities of human relationships amidst the backdrop of a quaint rural setting. The novel is marked by its lyrical prose and evocative imagery, capturing the essence of pastoral life while exploring themes of love, loss, and self-discovery. With a keen eye for detail, Riley employs a blend of realism and
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The Big Book of Female Detectives

Edited by Otto Penzler ...

Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler's new anthology brings together the most cunning, resourceful, and brilliant female sleuths in mystery fiction. A Vintage Crime/Black Lizard Original.For the first time ever, Otto Penzler gathers the most iconic women of the detective canon over the past 150 years, captivating and surprising readers in equal measure. The 74 handpicked stories in this ... Read more

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Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler's new anthology brings together the most cunning, resourceful, and brilliant female sleuths in mystery fiction. A Vintage Crime/Black Lizard Original.For the first time ever, Otto Penzler gathers the most iconic women of the detective canon over the past 150 years, captivating and surprising readers in equal measure. The 74 handpicked stories in this
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Phil Purcel, The Pig-Driver; The Geography Of An Irish Oath; The Lianhan Shee

Traits And Stories Of The Irish Peasantry, The Works of / William Carleton, Volume Three

by William Carleton ...

In "Phil Purcel, The Pig-Driver; The Geography Of An Irish Oath; The Lianhan Shee," William Carleton masterfully weaves a tapestry of rural Irish life through vivid storytelling and rich character development. The collection encapsulates diverse themes such as social class, superstition, and the human connection to the land. Carleton's prose, marked by its authenticity and regional dialect, ... Read more

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In "Phil Purcel, The Pig-Driver; The Geography Of An Irish Oath; The Lianhan Shee," William Carleton masterfully weaves a tapestry of rural Irish life through vivid storytelling and rich character development. The collection encapsulates diverse themes such as social class, superstition, and the human connection to the land. Carleton's prose, marked by its authenticity and regional dialect,
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Madam Crowl's Ghost and the Dead Sexton

by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu ...

"The dead do not always rest, and the past is never truly buried." In this collection, Le Fanu takes us into the dark corners of the human conscience. "Madam Crowl's Ghost" tells the story of an ancient, wealthy woman whose deathbed secrets refuse to remain hidden. As a young servant girl discovers, the old woman's spirit continues to wander the corridors of Applewale House, driven by a terrifying ... Read more

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"The dead do not always rest, and the past is never truly buried." In this collection, Le Fanu takes us into the dark corners of the human conscience. "Madam Crowl's Ghost" tells the story of an ancient, wealthy woman whose deathbed secrets refuse to remain hidden. As a young servant girl discovers, the old woman's spirit continues to wander the corridors of Applewale House, driven by a terrifying
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The Gentleman Dressed in Newspaper

A Tommy & Tuppence Story

by Agatha Christie ...

Series Book 6 - Tommy & Tuppence Short Stories
Previously published in the print anthology Partners in Crime.During a lull in business, Tommy and Tuppence amuse themselves by perusing the paper’s personal columns. One cryptic ad reads, “Three hearts … 12 tricks … Ace of Spades … finesse the King.” Tommy is certain it is a secret message indicating a crime about to be committed. ... Read more

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Previously published in the print anthology Partners in Crime.During a lull in business, Tommy and Tuppence amuse themselves by perusing the paper’s personal columns. One cryptic ad reads, “Three hearts … 12 tricks … Ace of Spades … finesse the King.” Tommy is certain it is a secret message indicating a crime about to be committed.
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Victorian Short Stories: Stories of Courtship

Exploring Love and Society in Victorian Courtship Narratives

by Anthony Trollope, Israel Zangwill, George Egerton, Hubert Crackanthorpe, W. S. Gilbert ...

Victorian Short Stories: Stories of Courtship is an expertly curated anthology that captures the multifaceted tapestry of courtship through the lens of the Victorian era. This collection encapsulates the complex dance of romance, societal roles, and human connection that marked the age, stretching across a spectrum of literary styles from the wry wit of social satire to the nuanced layers of ... Read more

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Victorian Short Stories: Stories of Courtship is an expertly curated anthology that captures the multifaceted tapestry of courtship through the lens of the Victorian era. This collection encapsulates the complex dance of romance, societal roles, and human connection that marked the age, stretching across a spectrum of literary styles from the wry wit of social satire to the nuanced layers of
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