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“ernest rhys”

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  • Toilers of the Sea

    Enriched edition. A Guernsey Tale of Man vs. Nature, Maritime Adventure, and the Human Will to Endure

    by Victor Hugo ...
    Translated by W. Moy Thomas ...
    In Victor Hugo's "Toilers of the Sea," the narrative unfolds in the tumultuous setting of Guernsey, where the author intricately weaves themes of nature, humanity, and the struggle for survival. This striking novel exemplifies Hugo's characteristic literary style, combining poetic prose and vivid imagery with impassioned descriptions of the sea, emblematic of life's challenges and the indomitable ... Read more

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  • The Haunters & The Haunted

    by Ernest Rhys ...
    This collection includes a variety of supernatural tales from different authors, showcasing a range of styles and themes within the genre of ghost stories. Some of the stories may focus on traditional ghostly encounters, while others might explore psychological horror or delve into the mysteries of the supernatural.Ernest Rhys, as the editor, likely selected stories that captured the imagination ... Read more

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  • "Everyman " with other interludes including eight miracle plays

    by Ernest Rhys ...
    "Everyman," with Other Interludes, Including Eight Miracle Plays is a compilation edited by Ernest Rhys that brings together the classic morality play "Everyman" and a selection of medieval miracle plays. "Everyman" tells the story of a man who, upon realizing that death is imminent, embarks on a journey to seek salvation. He confronts various allegorical figures representing different aspects of ... Read more

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  • The Haunters & The Haunted

    by Ernest Rhys ...
    In this Ghost Book, M. Larigot, himself a writer of supernatural tales, has collected a remarkable batch of documents, fictive or real, describing the one human experience that is hardest to make good. ... Read more

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  • Frederic Lord Leighton: An Illustrated Record of His Life and Work

    by Ernest Rhys ...
    In "Frederic Lord Leighton: An Illustrated Record of His Life and Work," Ernest Rhys meticulously chronicles the life of the renowned Victorian painter and architect, Lord Leighton. This richly illustrated biography employs a blend of descriptive narrative and critical analysis, showcasing Leighton's artistic evolution and his significant contributions to the Pre-Raphaelite movement and the ... Read more

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  • Frederic Lord Leighton: An Illustrated Record of His Life and Work

    Enriched edition. Unveiling the Artistic Legacy of a Victorian Master

    by Ernest Rhys, Sterling Hale ...
    In "Frederic Lord Leighton: An Illustrated Record of His Life and Work," Ernest Rhys presents a comprehensive examination of the renowned Victorian artist and president of the Royal Academy, Frederic Lord Leighton. The narrative is woven with biographical detail, enriched by an array of visual illustrations that reveal the evolution of Leighton's artistic vision and his profound impact on British ... Read more

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  • Fairy Gold - A Book of Old English Fairy Tales - Illustrated by Herbert Cole

    by Ernest Rhys ...
    Fairy Gold: A Book of Old English Fairy Tales was compiled by Ernest Rhys (1859 – 1946) and illustrated by Herbert Cole (1867 – 1930). Rhys was a famed writer and editor – best known for his role as founder of the ‘Everyman’s Library’, a series of affordable classics. Rhys was passionate about English folkloric tradition, and making such wonderful works of literature accessible to the common ... Read more

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  • Toilers of the Sea

    by Victor Hugo ...
    Translated by W. Moy Thomas ...
    Toilers of the Sea (French: Les Travailleurs de la mer) is a novel by Victor Hugo published in 1866. The book is dedicated to the island of Guernsey, where Hugo spent 15 years in exile. The story concerns a Guernseyman named Gilliatt, a social outcast who falls in love with Deruchette, the niece of a local shipowner, Mess Lethierry. When Lethierry's ship is wrecked on the double Douvres, a ... Read more

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  • A Century of English Essays

    Reflections in Literary Time: A Journey Through English Essayistic Brilliance

    by Thomas Carlyle, Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, William Shakespeare, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Wordsworth, Joseph Addison, William Caxton, Hilaire Belloc, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Jonathan Swift, William Hazlitt, Edmund Gosse, Alice Meynell, Richard Jefferies, Augustine Birrell, William Makepeace Thackeray, Edward Thomas, Geoffrey Chaucer, Alexander Pope, Austin Dobson, Francis Bacon, W. B. Yeats, G. K. Chesterton, Richard Steele, Grace Rhys ...
    A Century of English Essays, as its title presages, captures the bustling evolution of the English essay form across several hundred years. This anthology curates an impressive array of perspectives, themes, and literary styles, encapsulating the intellectual zeitgeist of their respective eras. The collection navigates through humor, philosophy, criticism, and narrative with ease, juxtaposing ... Read more

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  • An Anatomical Disquisition on the Motion of the Heart & Blood in Animals

    Enriched edition. Revolutionizing Medicine: Unraveling the Circulatory System

    by William Harvey, Jared Nicholson ...
    Translated by Robert Willis ...
    William Harvey's "An Anatomical Disquisition on the Motion of the Heart & Blood in Animals" (1628) is a groundbreaking work that radically transformed the understanding of human physiology and anatomy. This seminal text employs a meticulous empirical approach and integrates detailed anatomical observations with a passionate philosophical inquiry into the nature of life itself. Harvey's use of ... Read more

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  • The Atlas of Ancient and Classical Geography

    Enriched edition. Detailed Maps and Cultural Narratives Illuminating Greek and Roman Antiquity

    by Samuel Butler ...
    In "The Atlas of Ancient and Classical Geography," Samuel Butler masterfully synthesizes cartographic precision with literary flair, crafting a rigorous examination of the ancient world through a geographic lens. This work stands out for its detailed maps and illustrations that elucidate historical contexts, allowing readers to navigate the complexities of geography in relation to the classical ... Read more

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  • "Everyman," with other interludes, including eight miracle plays

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    "Everyman," among a collection of interludes that includes eight miracle plays, stands as a paragon of medieval morality literature. Written in the late 15th century, this didactic piece employs allegorical characters to navigate the moral complexities of life, emphasizing themes of death, accountability, and the ephemeral nature of earthly pleasures. The simplicity of its dialogue, paired with ... Read more

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