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The Whiteoak Brothers
First published in 1953, in The Whiteoak Brothers, the Jalna household is electric with secrecy and excited expectation. It is now 1923, and while young love blossoms between Pheasant and Piers, Aunt Augusta’s friend, Dilly Warkworth, arrives at Jalna and tries to snare the heart of Renny. Eden, meets a persuasive mining broker whose new venture promises miracles. One by one, Eden persuades the other Whiteoaks to part with their savings - even old Adeline. This is book 6 of 16 in The Whiteoak Chronicles. It is followed by Jalna.
Plays
Anton Chekhov's 'Plays' collection is a luminary compendium showcasing his extraordinary talent and innovation within theatrical literature. The selection spans from early one-act farces to his expansive, character-driven masterpieces, reflecting upon the human condition with subtlety and poignant observation. Chekhov's distinctive narrative-style blends stark realism with a vivid portrayal of Russian life, employing a minimalist approach that eschews elaborate plotting for deep psychological exploration. Through his dramatic work, Chekhov has become an architect of modern theatre, pioneering techniques that interrogate social issues, personal despair, and the pursuit of happiness with a ref...
Five Plays
Taken from the authoritative Oxford Chekhov, this collection features Chekhov's five greatest plays: Ivanov, The Seagull, Uncle Vanya, Three Sisters, and The Cherry Orchard. An Oxford University Press World Classic.
My Faraway One
Collects the private correspondence between Georgia O'Keeffe and Alfred Stieglitz, revealing the ups and downs of their marriage, their thoughts on their work, and their friendships with other artists.
Earl's Choice
The second book in the regal series by 10 time USA Today bestselling author Jess Michaels Thomas, the Earl of Bramwell, has one duty: to repair his family’s fallen fortunes by marrying Princess Ilaria of Athawick. It’s not something he looks forward to, but he is resigned to it and it seems the princess is equally unenthusiastic. Everything changes when he meets her body double, Sasha Killick. His life is immediately turned upside down by the beautiful woman who catches his attention far more than any princess. Sasha is an adopted daughter of the royal family, but she’s always felt on the outside looking in on her family. Because of how similar they look, she does what is required to h...
Nicholas's Values
In Nicholas' Values, family counselor Sharon Scott and her savvy Cocker Spaniel Nicholas use true stories of animals from around the country to illustrate important life values that will help teach children in grades 2-5 how to be good and nice and kind. To help children live ethical lives, the authors have selected eight important values based on the letters of Nicholas' name. These are values that any parent would want children to develop and use in their daily lives.
Freak Inheritance
The long-awaited follow-up to Garland-Thomson's field-defining book Freakery, Freak Inheritance illuminates the convergence of the freak show era with the eugenics era, explicating the cultural work of the freak show as a compelling range of performances of cultural and social Others that emerge as eugenic targets from the late 19th century into the 20th century and beyond. This book explores the wildly popular performances that told compelling stories about categories of people that scientific and social-scientific discourses increasingly described - and sometimes still describe - as biologically inferior. Although much work has emerged recently about the history of eugenics, this collectio...
Ivanoff
Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
The Greatest Classics of Russian Literature in One Volume
Embark on an unparalleled journey through Russian literature with 'The Greatest Classics of Russian Literature in One Volume.' This anthology masterfully weaves together an eclectic mix of literary styles ranging from evocative realism to biting satire, capturing the essence of Russian life across the centuries. The collection opens doors to a world where philosophical introspection coexists with stark observations of society's ills, reflecting the profound contemplations of its time. Each story stands on its own yet contributes to a tapestry rich with cultural significance and existential inquiry, delivering a mosaic of narratives that leaves an indelible impression. Contributors include ti...
The Giants of Russian Literature: The Greatest Russian Novels, Stories, Plays, Folk Tales & Legends
The Giants of Russian Literature: The Greatest Russian Novels, Stories, Plays, Folk Tales & Legends' encapsulates an unprecedented span of Russian literary achievement, weaving through the transformative arcs of realism, romanticism, and the philosophical introspection characteristic of Russia's literary evolution. This anthology is meticulously curated, offering a spectrum from the dense, existential inquiries of Dostoevsky to the nuanced, social narratives of Chekhov, and the fantastical realms envisioned by Pushkin. The diversity in literary styles, from the poignant short stories of Saki (H.H. Munro) to the grand, epic novels and plays that have defined the ethos of an era, demonstrates ...
