The Ancien Régime - format ePub

In 'Hypatia or New Foes with an Old Face' by Charles Kingsley, readers are transported to ancient Alexandria where intellectual, religious, and political conflicts collide. Published in 1853, Kingsley's...

In 'The Good News of God' by Charles Kingsley, the author explores and discusses the fundamental principles of Christianity in a clear and accessible manner. The book is written in a poetic and engaging...

Charles Kingsley's 'The Saint's Tragedy' is a gripping and emotionally charged novel that delves into the complexities of faith, love, and morality. Set in the medieval period, the book follows the life...

In 'Westminster Sermons with a Preface' by Charles Kingsley, the reader is immersed in a collection of thought-provoking sermons that touch on moral and social issues of the Victorian era. Kingsley's...

In 'Alexandria and Her Schools' by Charles Kingsley, readers are taken on a journey through ancient Alexandria, exploring its famous schools of philosophy and science. Kingsley delves into the rich literary...

Charles Kingsley's 'Twenty-Five Village Sermons' is a collection of sermons that blend both spiritual guidance and social commentary, reflecting the Victorian era in which they were written. With a clear...

Charles Kingsley's 'At Last: A Christmas in the West Indies' is a compelling travelogue that offers a vivid and enchanting account of his journey through the Caribbean islands during Christmas time. Written...

In Charles Kingsley's 'Sir Walter Raleigh and His Time,' readers are given an insightful and comprehensive look into the life and achievements of the renowned explorer and statesman, Sir Walter Raleigh....

Charles Kingsley's 'The Ancien Régime' offers a comprehensive analysis of the political and social structure of pre-revolutionary France. Through a combination of historical insights and fictional narratives,...

In 'Out of the Deep: Words for the Sorrowful', Charles Kingsley explores themes of hardship, loss, and resilience through a collection of poignant poems and reflective essays. Written in a lyrical and...

In his book, 'Lectures Delivered in America in 1874,' Charles Kingsley discusses a wide range of topics such as literature, history, and social issues with eloquence and insight. The book is characterized...

In "The Water of Life, and Other Sermons" by Charles Kingsley, the reader is taken on a profound journey through a collection of sermons that address spiritual nourishment and growth. Kingsley's literary...

In 'Sermons for the Times' by Charles Kingsley, readers are presented with a collection of thought-provoking sermons that reflect the author's progressive views on social issues of his time. Kingsley's...

Charles Kingsley's 'Hereward, the Last of the English' tells the tale of the legendary Anglo-Saxon hero Hereward, who resisted the Norman Conquest of England. Kingsley's historical novel is rich in detail...

Ein Lebensgemälde des fünften Jahrhunderts muss notwendig vieles enthalten, was jedem Leser peinlich ist, und wovon Jugend und Unschuld wohl tun das Auge gänzlich abzuwenden. Es stellt ein grauenhaftes,...

Charles Kingsleyn teos 'Syvyydestä: Sanoja murheellisille' on syvälle tunteisiin paneutuva teos, joka käsittelee elämän vaikeuksia, surua ja toivoa. Kingsleyn kirjoitustyyli on eloisa ja tunteellinen,...

A picture of life in the fifth century must needs contain much which will be painful to any reader, and which the young and innocent will do well to leave altogether unread. It has to represent a very...

Once upon a time there was a little chimney-sweep, and his name was Tom. That is a short name, and you have heard it before, so you will not have much trouble in remembering it. He lived in a great...

Drowning was the best thing that ever happened to Tom. Before, he was just another poor orphan, employed by the evil chimney-sweep, Grimes, who beat and overworked him. But now, he has escaped that life...

In "True Words for Brave Men: A Book for Soldiers' and Sailors' Libraries," Charles Kingsley presents a compelling collection of essays and reflections that intertwine moral philosophy with the lived...

In "Scientific Essays and Lectures," Charles Kingsley eloquently navigates the intersection of science and society, presenting a collection of thought-provoking essays that examine the implications of...

In "The Gospel of the Pentateuch: A Set of Parish Sermons," Charles Kingsley offers a profound exploration of the foundational texts of the Hebrew Bible, revealing their enduring theological significance...

Set against the backdrop of the Elizabethan era, 'Westward Ho!' is a stirring historical novel by Charles Kingsley that deftly combines adventure, romance, and a strong sense of moral purpose. The narrative...

Charles Kingsleyn teos 'Hypatia, eli Uusia vihollisia vanhassa hahmossa' on historiallinen romaani, joka sijoittuu 400-luvun Aleksandriaan. Kirja kuvaa filosofin ja matemaatikon Hypatian elämää ja kamppailua...

In "Madam How and Lady Why; Or, First Lessons in Earth Lore for Children," Charles Kingsley artfully weaves a narrative that serves as both a scientific primer and a moral guide for young minds. Through...

When Tom, a young chimney sweep, falls into a river and drowns, he is transformed from a twelve-year-old boy who has known nothing but brutality and poverty into a 'water-baby'. In an underwater world...

In "Plays and Puritans," Charles Kingsley explores the intricate relationship between theatrical expression and the restrictive moral frameworks established by Puritanism. Through a series of essays,...

When Tom, an ill-treated little chimney-sweep, jumps into a clear, cool stream to clean himself something magical happens; he is turned into a tiny water baby by the fairies. He enters a strange, magical...

Charles Kingsley's 'Froude's History of England' is a meticulously researched and passionately written survey of English history. Kingsley provides a unique perspective on the events and personalities...

In 'Andromeda, and Other Poems' by Charles Kingsley, the reader is immersed in a collection of mythological and moral-themed poetry written in a classical Victorian style. The poems touch on themes of...

This ebook contains Oscar Wilde's complete works. This edition has been professionally formatted and contains several tables of contents. The first table of contents (at the very beginning of the ebook)...

The most famous confidence-boosting book ever published; with sales of over 16 million copies worldwide Millions of people around the world have improved their lives based on the teachings of Dale Carnegie....

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...

In 1855, Walt Whitman published — at his own expense — the first edition of Leaves of Grass, a visionary volume of twelve poems. Showing the influence of a uniquely American form of mysticism known as...

"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...

The Authorized King James Version of the Holy Bible is God’s providentially appointed Word for the whole world which reveals the name of the Father as “Jehovah”, and the name of His Son, “Jesus”, in whom...

The Wealth of Nations, is the magnum opus of the Scottish economist and moral philosopher Adam Smith. First published in 1776, the book offers one of the world's first collected descriptions of what builds...

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...

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...

The Brothers Karamasov is a murder mystery, a courtroom drama, and an exploration of erotic rivalry in a series of triangular love affairs involving the “wicked and sentimental” Fyodor Pavlovich Karamazov...

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....

The books that inspired the Netflix crime series. Here you will find the following original works: - Arsène Lupin, Gentleman Burglar - Arsène Lupin versus Herlock Sholmes - The Hollow Needle - 813 -...

The series that inspired the Netflix show. This collection contains 38 Arsène Lupin stories (the biggest and greatest Arsène Lupin collection in the eBook world), including: - Arsène Lupin, Gentleman...

Mrs. Dalloway chronicles a June day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway–a day that is taken up with running minor errands in preparation for a party and that is punctuated, toward the end, by the suicide...

Mary Shelley began writing Frankenstein when she was only eighteen. At once a Gothic thriller, a passionate romance, and a cautionary tale about the dangers of science, Frankenstein tells the story of...

Meg is the eldest and on the brink of love. Then there’s tomboy Jo who longs to be a writer. Sweet-natured Beth always puts others first, and finally there’s Amy, the youngest and most precocious. Together...

Fame. Fashion. Friendship. Hollie can't catch a break. She's broke, she's back living with her family, and her career prospects are precisely zero. So when the chance arises for her and her best friend...

Jonathan Harker, a young London solicitor travels to Transylvania to help a rich nobleman, Count Dracula, purchase an estate in England. Dracula is planning to immigrate to England, and wants Harker to...

Sherlock Holmes is a fictional detective of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, who first appeared in publication in 1887. He is the creation of Scottish born author and physician Sir Arthur Conan...

This ebook compiles Jule Verne's complete collection, including "Twenty-Thousand Leagues Under the Sea", "Journey to the Interior of the Earth", "The Mysterious Island", "Around the World in Eighty Days",...

The story of the orphan Oliver, who runs away from the workhouse only to be taken in by a den of thieves, shocked readers when it was first published. Dickens's tale of childhood innocence beset by evil...

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...

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...

In the vast expanse of the treacherous ocean, a legendary tale unfolds, gripping the hearts of readers for generations to come. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of "Moby Dick," a literary masterpiece...

As the interminable case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce grinds its way through the Court of Chancery, it draws together a disparate group of people: Ada and Richard Clare, whose inheritance is gradually being...

"The Power of Your Subconscious Mind" will open a world of success, happiness, prosperity, and peace for you. It is one of the most brilliant and beloved spiritual self-help works of all time which can...

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...

"Turning the envelope over, his hand trembling, Harry saw a purple wax seal bearing a coat of arms; a lion, an eagle, a badger and a snake surrounding a large letter 'H'."Harry Potter has never even heard...

This collection gathers together the works by William Shakespeare in a single, convenient, high quality, and extremely low priced Kindle volume! The Comedies: A Midsummer Night's Dream All's Well That...

In exploring everyday life and its intersections with death, this enduring collection of stories offers a naturalistic depiction of the working class in early twentieth-century Dublin. Joyce masterfully...