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The Hidden Door and Other Strange Stories

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It seemed to Decimus Little that there could be no doubt left. His only wonder was whether anyone else had been near making that discovery. As he sat in a deep window of the big drawing-room, the light of the candles falling yellow upon the shining white arms and shoulders, the shining white expanses of shirt-front, the lustrous silks and lustrous black cloth within doors; the great wave of moor ... Read more

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It seemed to Decimus Little that there could be no doubt left. His only wonder was whether anyone else had been near making that discovery. As he sat in a deep window of the big drawing-room, the light of the candles falling yellow upon the shining white arms and shoulders, the shining white expanses of shirt-front, the lustrous silks and lustrous black cloth within doors; the great wave of moor
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Hortus Vitae

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"Hortus Vitae" by Vernon Lee is a captivating exploration of the relationship between nature and human experience. The book delves into the intricate connections between the natural world and the emotional landscapes of individuals. Lee's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the beauty and complexity of life, as she intertwines personal anecdotes with philosophical musings. The vivid ... Read more

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"Hortus Vitae" by Vernon Lee is a captivating exploration of the relationship between nature and human experience. The book delves into the intricate connections between the natural world and the emotional landscapes of individuals. Lee's lyrical prose invites readers to reflect on the beauty and complexity of life, as she intertwines personal anecdotes with philosophical musings. The vivid
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Vernon Lee – The Complete Collection

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10 Complete Works of Vernon LeeA Phantom LoverBelcaroEuphorionHauntingsHortus VitaeLaurus NobilisThe BeautifulThe Countess of AlbanyThe Spirit of RomeVanitas ... Read more

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10 Complete Works of Vernon LeeA Phantom LoverBelcaroEuphorionHauntingsHortus VitaeLaurus NobilisThe BeautifulThe Countess of AlbanyThe Spirit of RomeVanitas
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The Virgin of the Seven Daggers

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by Vernon Lee ...

Series series Oxford World's Classics
I entered the church...It struck me suddenly that all this crowd of men and women standing all round, these priests chanting and moving about the altar, were dead... Vernon Lee was a polymath whose copious writings include deeply learned studies of art, music, literature, and history, but also a small but exquisitely crafted group of Gothic tales, most of which first appeared in fin de siècle ... Read more

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I entered the church...It struck me suddenly that all this crowd of men and women standing all round, these priests chanting and moving about the altar, were dead... Vernon Lee was a polymath whose copious writings include deeply learned studies of art, music, literature, and history, but also a small but exquisitely crafted group of Gothic tales, most of which first appeared in fin de siècle
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Ariadne in Mantua

A Romance in Five Acts

by Vernon Lee ...

In "Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee weaves a rich tapestry of myth, art, and existential inquiry through the story of Ariadne, the abandoned heroine of antiquity. Set against the backdrop of Renaissance Venice, the narrative explores themes of identity, nostalgia, and the interplay between reality and artifice. Lee's lyrical prose and intricate characterizations elevate this work, inviting readers ... Read more

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In "Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee weaves a rich tapestry of myth, art, and existential inquiry through the story of Ariadne, the abandoned heroine of antiquity. Set against the backdrop of Renaissance Venice, the narrative explores themes of identity, nostalgia, and the interplay between reality and artifice. Lee's lyrical prose and intricate characterizations elevate this work, inviting readers
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Limbo, and Other Essays; To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua

Exploring Art, Aesthetics, and the Supernatural in Victorian Literature

by Vernon Lee ...

In "Limbo, and Other Essays; To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee intricately weaves together a tapestry of philosophical musings and aesthetic reflections that explore the intersections of art, emotion, and identity. The essays delve into the essence of the human experience, employing a lyrical and richly descriptive literary style reminiscent of late Victorian prose. Lee artfully ... Read more

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In "Limbo, and Other Essays; To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee intricately weaves together a tapestry of philosophical musings and aesthetic reflections that explore the intersections of art, emotion, and identity. The essays delve into the essence of the human experience, employing a lyrical and richly descriptive literary style reminiscent of late Victorian prose. Lee artfully
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The Countess of Albany

by Vernon Lee ...

"The Countess of Albany" by Vernon Lee is a captivating exploration of the life of the enigmatic figure, the Countess of Albany, who was known for her beauty and intellect. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the narrative delves into her relationships with prominent historical figures, revealing the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Lee's rich prose and vivid ... Read more

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"The Countess of Albany" by Vernon Lee is a captivating exploration of the life of the enigmatic figure, the Countess of Albany, who was known for her beauty and intellect. Set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe, the narrative delves into her relationships with prominent historical figures, revealing the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Lee's rich prose and vivid
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A Phantom Lover

by Vernon Lee ...

The story follows the experiences of a young woman named Annette Vallon and her encounters with a supernatural presence, a phantom lover. The narrative delves into themes of the supernatural, psychological intrigue, and the eerie presence that haunts the protagonist.Vernon Lee's work often focused on the eerie, the psychological, and the mysterious, exploring the boundaries between reality and the ... Read more

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The story follows the experiences of a young woman named Annette Vallon and her encounters with a supernatural presence, a phantom lover. The narrative delves into themes of the supernatural, psychological intrigue, and the eerie presence that haunts the protagonist.Vernon Lee's work often focused on the eerie, the psychological, and the mysterious, exploring the boundaries between reality and the
... Read more
Renaissance Fancies and Studies

Exploring the Renaissance era through art, literature, and culture

by Vernon Lee ...

In "Renaissance Fancies and Studies," Vernon Lee delves into the intricate tapestry of Renaissance art and culture, blending vivid imagination with scholarly insight. Employing a lyrical and evocative style, Lee interweaves historical analysis with personal reflection, exploring themes of beauty, aestheticism, and the dichotomy between art and life. The collection features essays that transport ... Read more

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In "Renaissance Fancies and Studies," Vernon Lee delves into the intricate tapestry of Renaissance art and culture, blending vivid imagination with scholarly insight. Employing a lyrical and evocative style, Lee interweaves historical analysis with personal reflection, exploring themes of beauty, aestheticism, and the dichotomy between art and life. The collection features essays that transport
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Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions

Exploring Beauty and Art in Victorian Literature

by Vernon Lee ...

Vernon Lee's "Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions" is a thoughtful exploration of art and aesthetics through a series of essays that engage deeply with various cultural themes. Written with a lyrical prose that merges philosophical inquiry with personal reflection, Lee examines the interplay between beauty, nature, and artistic expression. The work reflects the intricacies of the ... Read more

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Vernon Lee's "Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions" is a thoughtful exploration of art and aesthetics through a series of essays that engage deeply with various cultural themes. Written with a lyrical prose that merges philosophical inquiry with personal reflection, Lee examines the interplay between beauty, nature, and artistic expression. The work reflects the intricacies of the
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The Countess of Albany

A Forbidden Love Amidst Political Intrigue and Tragedy in 18th-Century Italy

by Vernon Lee ...

Vernon Lee'Äôs "The Countess of Albany" is a fascinating exploration of the life of the enigmatic figure, Princess Elizabeth Stuart, who became the Countess of Albany. The narrative blends historical fiction with psychological insight, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe. Lee employs a rich, evocative prose style that immerses readers in the intricate emotions and complexities of her ... Read more

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Vernon Lee'Äôs "The Countess of Albany" is a fascinating exploration of the life of the enigmatic figure, Princess Elizabeth Stuart, who became the Countess of Albany. The narrative blends historical fiction with psychological insight, set against the backdrop of 18th-century Europe. Lee employs a rich, evocative prose style that immerses readers in the intricate emotions and complexities of her
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Hauntings

and Other Stories

by Vernon Lee ...

Series Book 10 - Smith & Taylor Classics
Bewitching ghost stories from seminal short story writer Vernon Lee.“My ghosts are what you call spurious ghosts, of whom I can affirm only one thing, that they haunted certain brains, and have haunted, among others, my own…”Shipwrecked before a remote Italian coastal village, a young girl discovers the ability to command love and incite madness; a Polish historian is drawn to the enigmatic allure ... Read more

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Bewitching ghost stories from seminal short story writer Vernon Lee.“My ghosts are what you call spurious ghosts, of whom I can affirm only one thing, that they haunted certain brains, and have haunted, among others, my own…”Shipwrecked before a remote Italian coastal village, a young girl discovers the ability to command love and incite madness; a Polish historian is drawn to the enigmatic allure
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