Saracinesca - format ePub

F. Marion Crawford's "To Leeward" is a compelling exploration of the intricacies of human relationships set against the backdrop of the Italian Riviera. This novel masterfully interweaves themes of love,...

In "Marion Darche," F. Marion Crawford crafts a nuanced narrative that intertwines the themes of ambition, societal constraints, and the complexities of female identity in the late 19th century. The novel's...

In "Adam Johnstone's Son," F. Marion Crawford crafts a rich and poignant narrative that delves into themes of identity, familial loyalty, and the clash between social classes. Set against the backdrop...

In "Cecilia," F. Marion Crawford presents a compelling narrative that intertwines themes of love, betrayal, and societal expectations within the framework of late 19th-century European aristocracy. The...

F. Marion Crawford's "The Primadonna" delves into the alluring yet tumultuous world of opera, painting a vivid portrait of its complexities and the powerful personalities that inhabit it. Through a rich...

In "Paul Patoff," F. Marion Crawford intricately weaves a tale of ambition, obsession, and the nuances of human relationships set against the backdrop of early 20th-century society. The narrative, rich...

In "The Upper Berth; By the Waters of Paradise," F. Marion Crawford masterfully intertwines elements of horror and the supernatural, showcasing a narrative style that is both captivating and atmospheric....

In "A Lady of Rome," F. Marion Crawford deftly intertwines romance and social commentary against the vibrant backdrop of early 20th-century Italy. The novel follows the life of its protagonist, a young...

In F. Marion Crawford's captivating novel, "Paul Patoff," we are immersed in a complex narrative that deftly explores themes of love, obsession, and the tension between personal ambition and societal...

In "Don Orsino," F. Marion Crawford masterfully weaves a tale of love, sacrifice, and the interplay between personal desire and societal obligation. Set against the backdrop of the sun-drenched streets...

In "Adam Johnstone's Son," F. Marion Crawford crafts a poignant narrative that explores themes of identity, familial loyalty, and the clash between personal aspiration and societal expectation. Set against...

In "Whosoever Shall Offend," F. Marion Crawford weaves a multifaceted narrative that deftly explores themes of morality, societal norms, and personal convictions within a richly textured Victorian backdrop....

In "An American Politician," F. Marion Crawford intricately weaves a narrative set against the vibrant backdrop of late 19th-century American political life. The novel employs a realist literary style,...

In "To Leeward," F. Marion Crawford masterfully intertwines themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of the picturesque Mediterranean. Employing a richly...

In "Mr. Isaacs, A Tale of Modern India," F. Marion Crawford deftly navigates the complex intersections of British colonialism, Indian society, and personal ambition through the lens of a gripping narrative....

Khaled se tenait dans le troisième ciel, qui est le ciel des pierres précieuses et d'Asraël, l'ange de la mort. Au milieu de la lumière qui émane des fruits des arbres, Asraël lui-même est assis et sera...

"A great multitude of people filled the church, crowded together in the old black pews, standing closely thronged in the nave and aisles, pressing shoulder to shoulder even in the two chapels on the right...

Francis Marion Crawford (1854-1909) was an American writer and historian noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastic stories. H. Russell Wakefield,...

Eine große Menschenmenge füllte die Kirche, drängte sich in den alten schwarzen Kirchenbänken, stand dicht gedrängt im Kirchenschiff und in den Gängen, drängte sich sogar in den beiden Kapellen rechts...

In "A Lady of Rome," F. Marion Crawford intricately weaves a narrative that showcases the complexities of love and societal expectations in the vibrant backdrop of early 20th-century Rome. Employing a...

In "Mr. Isaacs, A Tale of Modern India," F. Marion Crawford embarks on an intricate narrative that explores the cultural contrasts and social dynamics of British India through the lens of a multifaceted...

In "The Heart of Rome: A Tale of the 'Lost Water,'" F. Marion Crawford weaves a rich tapestry of historical fiction that immerses readers in the vibrant, multifaceted world of Rome during the late 19th...

In F. Marion Crawford's 'The History of Eternal Rome', readers are taken on a captivating journey through the rich historical tapestry of Rome. Crawford's detailed and vivid descriptions bring Ancient...

In "Saracinesca," F. Marion Crawford weaves an intricate narrative set in the heart of Rome, exploring themes of love, social class, and the intricacies of familial loyalty. Written in the late 19th century,...

In "Khaled, A Tale of Arabia," F. Marion Crawford masterfully weaves a rich narrative steeped in the Arabian desert's mystique and culture. The novel is a compelling blend of adventure, romance, and philosophical...

In "Man Overboard!", F. Marion Crawford weaves a gripping tale of adventure and intrigue aboard a Mediterranean yacht, balancing elements of comedy, romance, and thriller genres. The narrative unfolds...

In 'Saracinesca', F. Marion Crawford masterfully weaves a captivating narrative that unfolds against the backdrop of late 19th-century Italy, exploring themes of love, ambition, and the intricacies of...

F. Marion Crawford's "Pietro Ghisleri" is a compelling exploration of love, ambition, and the clash between personal desires and societal expectations set against the backdrop of 19th-century Italy. With...

In "The Three Fates," F. Marion Crawford presents a richly interwoven narrative that examines themes of fate, destiny, and the occult. The story revolves around the profound intersection of human lives...

In "Ave Roma Immortalis," F. Marion Crawford intricately weaves a tapestry of Rome's history and cultural legacy through a series of rich, evocative narratives. Written in a style that is both lyrical...

When her former governess finds happiness as the bride of a local widower, the brilliant and beautiful Emma Woodhouse — one of Jane Austen’s immortal creations — flatters herself that she alone has secured...

Is it ever too late to leave the friend zone? Friends-to-lovers TikTok sensation, The Cheat Sheet, is the rom-com that has readers laughing and rooting for these lovable best friends from the first page!...

From the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new steamy, STEMinist novella... A scientist should never cohabitate with her annoyingly hot nemesis - it leads...

'A radiant debut' EMILY HENRYTHE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!Six summers to fall in love. One moment to fall apart. A weekend to get it right.They say you can never go home again, and for Persephone Fraser...

A burned-out pop star stranded in small-town Kentucky can't help falling for her unlikely knight in shining armour - the notoriously grumpy owner of the local pie shop - in this charming slice of romance...

An epic and unforgettable love story continues in Keeping 13, the second book in the international bestselling and TikTok-phenomenon The Boys of Tommen series, from Chloe Walsh. The power and pain of...

“At once a scholar’s homage to The Iliad and startlingly original work of art by an incredibly talented new novelist….A book I could not put down.”—Ann Patchett“Mary Renault lives again!” declares Emma...

Now a movie starring Lucy Hale and Austin Stowell, USA Today bestselling author Sally Thorne’s hilarious and sexy workplace comedy all about that thin, fine line between hate and love.Nemesis (n.) 1)...

If she isn't mine in the end, I'll still be hers.It's torture, but it's true...For years, I've dreamt of what college life could bring and while some things changed, there was always one constant.It didn't...

In this clever and swoonworthy new novel from the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis, life's moving pieces bring rival chess players together in a match for the...

Can the perfect village save the perfect wedding? INCLUDES EXCLUSIVE EXTRACT FROM A POSTCARD FROM ITALY Cher, the landlady of the Duck & Puddle...

An enchanting collection containing books four, five, and six of #1 New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Regency-set Bridgerton novels—Romancing Mister Bridgerton; To Sir Phillip, with...

From the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author of The Love Hypothesis comes a new steamy, STEMinist novella... Nothing like a little rivalry between scientists to take love to the next level.Mara,...

When the owner of the local flower shop in Rome, Kentucky, makes a questionable agreement with a tattooed bad boy, a delightful friends-to-lovers romance begins to bloom - from the author of When in Rome...

My plan was perfect. My friend needed a date, and my brother's best friend was single. Problem solved.Until I saw Jaeger for the first time in years, and sparks flew in the wrong direction.Jaeger has...

Wilde’s only novel, first published in 1890, is a brilliantly designed puzzle, intended to tease conventional minds with its exploration of the myriad interrelationships between art, life and consequence....

SOMETIMES WHEN YOU LOVE SOMEONE... YOU LIEThe bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix drama Fool Me Once explores the dangers of obsession in this #1 bestselling suspense thriller. Six years...

The lives and losses of slaves in the American south are portrayed in Harriet Beecher Stowe's unflinching indictment of slavery. When a benevolent landowner decides to sell two slaves—Uncle Tom and Eliza—in...

This volume collects the complete writings of Virginia Woolf: 8 novels, 3 'biographies,' 46 short stories, 606 essays, 1 play, her diary and some letters. Contents: THE NOVELS The Voyage Out Night...

A funny, emotional and uplifting novel from the French Marian Keyes. 'Heartwarming' Good Housekeeping'A gorgeous story, charming and funny and poignant' Nicola Cornick For fans of Ruth Hogan, Veronica...

The most famous by far of all twentieth-century political allegories, Animal Farm is the account of a group of barnyard animals who revolt against their vicious human master, only to submit to a tyranny...

The instant number one Sunday Times bestseller and thrilling sequel to the global phenomenon, Fourth Wing! THE IRON FLAME PAPERBACK EDITION INCLUDES A BRAND NEW CHAPTER FROM XADEN'S POINT OF VIEW!'Yarros...

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An enchanting collection containing the first three novels in New York Times bestselling author Julia Quinn’s beloved Bridgerton series set in Regency England—The Duke and I, The Viscount Who Loved Me,...

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For the readers who are moody, feisty, and in another world may also be stabby. She's her Captain's protector, and he's a rival Captain who just couldn't mind his own business.A Grim Pirates Fantasy With...

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From the author of TikTok sensations and global bestsellers The Love Hypothesis and Love on the BrainRival physicists collide in a vortex of academic feuds and fake dating shenanigans in this delightfully...

"One of the strangest and most wonderful books in the world." —D. H. Lawrence "‘Moby-Dick’ is the book which I put down with the unqualified thought, 'I wish I had written that'…" —William Faulkner "What...