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  • Miss Cayley's Adventures (1899)

    by Grant Allen ...
    Collection of humorous stories, featuring a female detective, first published in 1899. According to Wikipedia: "Charles Grant Blairfindie Allen (February 24, 1848 October 25, 1899) was a science writer, author and novelist, and a successful upholder of the theory of evolution." ... Read more

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  • Cities of Belgium

    by Grant Allen ...
    "Cities of Belgium" by Grant Allen is a captivating exploration of the rich cultural and historical tapestry of Belgium's urban landscapes. Allen's vivid descriptions transport readers through the cobblestone streets of Bruges, the bustling squares of Brussels, and the artistic enclaves of Antwerp. Each city is portrayed with a unique character, showcasing its architecture, art, and local ... Read more

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  • Science in Arcady

    by Grant Allen ...
    Grant Allen was a late 19th century Canadian author best known for writing about both science and novels. This is one of his horror tales. ... Read more

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  • Grant Allen: The Complete Works

    by Grant Allen ...
    21 Complete Works of Grant AllenAn African MillionaireAnglo-Saxon BritainBiographies of Working MenCharles DarwinFalling in LoveHilda WadeMichael's CragMiss Cayley's AdventuresPhilistiaPost-Prandial PhilosophyRecalled to LifeScience in ArcadySide LightsStrange StoriesThe Beckoning Hand and Other StoriesThe British BarbariansThe Great TabooThe MediterraneanTh... ... Read more

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  • Delphi Collected Works of Grant Allen (Illustrated)

    by Grant Allen ...
    Series Book 23 - Delphi Series Eight
    The Canadian science writer and novelist, Grant Allen was an early proponent of the theory of evolution. His first books dealt with scientific subjects, being influenced by associationist psychology as expounded by Alexander Bain and by Herbert Spencer. However, as his career developed he became a bestselling novelist of the Victorian era, penning intriguing sensation and science-fiction books. ... Read more

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  • The Woman Who Did (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Feminist Classic

    Published in 1895, The Woman Who Did is one of the most provocative "New Woman" novels of the fin de siècle. Its heroine, Herminia Barton, rejects legal marriage as a form of female subjection and chooses a union based on intellectual equality and moral conviction. Written in direct, polemical prose, the novel blends melodrama, social critique, and evolutionary-era argument, placing it within late ... Read more

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  • Miss Cayley's Adventures

    by Grant Allen ...
    A Victorian-era mystery featuring a uniquely resourceful and daring heroine who must save her true love from prison . . .When her stepfather dies, Lois Cayley is left penniless and alone. But she is strong in mind and body, and refuses to let her circumstances stop her from living the life she wants. Using her own ingenuity, she makes her way far beyond London—to Egypt and India, among other ... Read more

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  • The Woman Who Did (Feminist Classic)

    Enriched edition.

    Grant Allen's novel, 'The Woman Who Did', is a feminist classic that challenges societal norms and expectations through the story of a woman who defies conventions and pursues her own happiness. Published in 1895, the book addresses issues of gender inequality and women's rights in a time when such topics were considered controversial. Allen's writing is marked by its progressive views and ... Read more

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  • An African Millionaire

    by Grant Allen ...
    An excellent addition to Penguin's crime classics: the tantalizing tale of Colonel Clay, literature's first gentleman rogue.Wealthy, confident and handsome, Sir Charles Van Drift spends his time jetting to exotic locales with his wife and in-laws. But on one fateful trip to the Riviera, Van Drift meets his match in Colonel Clay. Posing alternately as a seer, a curate, and a German professor, the ... Read more

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  • What's Bred in the Bone (Annotated)

    by Grant Allen ...
    This edition includes the following editor's introduction:Grant Allen, the life of one of the most versatile writers of English literatureOriginally published in 1891, “What’s Bred in the Bone” is a novel by Canadian author Grant Allen and is considered by many the craziest nineteenth-century novel.The convoluted and colourful plot of "What's Bred in the Bone" is a perfect mix of quirky elements, ... Read more

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  • Miss Cayley's Adventures

    by Grant Allen ...
    When her stepfather dies, Lois Cayley finds herself alone in the world with only twopence in her pocket. Undaunted, the intelligent, attractive, and infinitely resourceful young woman decides to set off in search of adventure. Her travels take her from London to Germany, Italy, Egypt, and India, as she faces various challenges and meets an assortment of eccentric characters. But when her true love ... Read more

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  • The Mediterranean: Its Storied Cities and Venerable Ruins

    Journeys through Time: Exploring the Ancient Cities and Ruins of the Mediterranean

    The Mediterranean: Its Storied Cities and Venerable Ruins is a captivating anthology that navigates the historic and cultural richness of the Mediterranean region. By weaving narratives that span various literary styles'Äîranging from descriptive essays to captivating narratives'Äîthe collection illuminates the diverse landscapes and ancient histories that have shaped this iconic region. The works ... Read more

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