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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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Margaret Ogilvy (Annotated)

by J. M. Barrie ...

This edition includes the following editor's introduction:The traumatic life of J. M. Barrie, source of universal creativityFirst published in 1897, “Margaret Ogilvy” (AKA Margaret Ogilvy: Life Is a Long Lesson in Humility) is a biographical book by Scottish author J. M. Barrie, about his mother and family life in Scotland.“Margaret Ogilvy” was written in tribute to Barrie's mother and includes ... Read more

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This edition includes the following editor's introduction:The traumatic life of J. M. Barrie, source of universal creativityFirst published in 1897, “Margaret Ogilvy” (AKA Margaret Ogilvy: Life Is a Long Lesson in Humility) is a biographical book by Scottish author J. M. Barrie, about his mother and family life in Scotland.“Margaret Ogilvy” was written in tribute to Barrie's mother and includes
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On Picket Duty, and Other Tales

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“On Picket Duty, and Other Tales” is a 1864 collection of short stories by American author Louisa May Alcott. Contents include: “On Picket Duty”, “The King Of Clubs And The Queen Of Hearts”, “The Cross On The Old Church Tower”, and “The Death Of John”. Louisa May Alcott (1832 – 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel “Little Women”, as well as ... Read more

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“On Picket Duty, and Other Tales” is a 1864 collection of short stories by American author Louisa May Alcott. Contents include: “On Picket Duty”, “The King Of Clubs And The Queen Of Hearts”, “The Cross On The Old Church Tower”, and “The Death Of John”. Louisa May Alcott (1832 – 1888) was an American short story writer, novelist, and poet most famous for writing the novel “Little Women”, as well as
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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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Phil Purcel

by William Carleton ...

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Phil Purcel was a singular character, for he was never married; but notwithstanding his singularity, no man ever possessed, for practical purposes, a more plentiful stock of duplicity. All his acquaintances knew that Phil was a knave of the first water, yet was he decidedly a general favourite. Now as we hate mystery ourselves, we shall reveal the secret of this remarkable popularity; though, ... Read more

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Phil Purcel was a singular character, for he was never married; but notwithstanding his singularity, no man ever possessed, for practical purposes, a more plentiful stock of duplicity. All his acquaintances knew that Phil was a knave of the first water, yet was he decidedly a general favourite. Now as we hate mystery ourselves, we shall reveal the secret of this remarkable popularity; though,
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Madam Crowl's Ghost and the Dead Sexton

by Sheridan Le Fanu ...

On the evening before the tragedy came to light--trifles are always remembered after the catastrophe--a boy, returning along the margin of the mere, passed him by seated on a prostrate trunk of a tree, under the "bield" of a rock, counting silver money. His lean body and limbs were bent together, his knees were up to his chin, and his long fingers were telling the coins over hurriedly in the ... Read more

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On the evening before the tragedy came to light--trifles are always remembered after the catastrophe--a boy, returning along the margin of the mere, passed him by seated on a prostrate trunk of a tree, under the "bield" of a rock, counting silver money. His lean body and limbs were bent together, his knees were up to his chin, and his long fingers were telling the coins over hurriedly in the
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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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Mr. Punch's Cockney Humour

by Various Authors ...

The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic, ... Read more

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The Library of Alexandria is an independent small business publishing house. We specialize in bringing back to live rare, historical and ancient Books. This includes manuscripts such as: classical fiction, philosophy, science, Religion, folklore, mythology, history, literature, politics and sacred texts, in addition to Secret and esoteric subjects, such as: occult, freemasonry, alchemy, hermetic,
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The Ghost

Enriched edition. A Haunting Tale of Love, Grief, and the Afterlife in Gothic Literature

by William Douglas O'Connor, Hailey Bishop ...

In "The Ghost," William Douglas O'Connor explores the intricacies of human experience through a blend of realism and supernatural elements. This novella delves into themes of memory, grief, and the complex relationship between the living and the dead. O'Connor's vivid prose and evocative imagery create an emotional landscape that invites readers to confront their own relationships with loss and ... Read more

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In "The Ghost," William Douglas O'Connor explores the intricacies of human experience through a blend of realism and supernatural elements. This novella delves into themes of memory, grief, and the complex relationship between the living and the dead. O'Connor's vivid prose and evocative imagery create an emotional landscape that invites readers to confront their own relationships with loss and
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The Library Window : A Story Of The Seen And Unseen

by Oliphant Margaret ...

In this narrative Oliphant has beautifully created a world where the boundaries of imagination and reality cannot be distinguished. An amalgamation of super-natural and psychological this is an account of a young girls fancy that leads her to stand against the real world. This work also comments on the situation of the fair sex during the Victorian era. ... Read more

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In this narrative Oliphant has beautifully created a world where the boundaries of imagination and reality cannot be distinguished. An amalgamation of super-natural and psychological this is an account of a young girls fancy that leads her to stand against the real world. This work also comments on the situation of the fair sex during the Victorian era.
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The Treasure of Heaven

A Romance of Riches

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"The Treasure of Heaven: A Romance of Riches" by Marie Corelli unfolds a poignant story of an elderly millionaire concealing his wealth in search of genuine friendship. Disenchanted by materialism, he yearns for companionship grounded in character, not affluence. The narrative navigates the complexities of true happiness and the enduring quest for authentic connections amidst the allure of riches. ... Read more

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"The Treasure of Heaven: A Romance of Riches" by Marie Corelli unfolds a poignant story of an elderly millionaire concealing his wealth in search of genuine friendship. Disenchanted by materialism, he yearns for companionship grounded in character, not affluence. The narrative navigates the complexities of true happiness and the enduring quest for authentic connections amidst the allure of riches.
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