Pages from an Old Volume of Life; A Collection of Essays, 1857-1881 - format ePub

In the quaint coastal town of Marblehead, where the salty tang of the sea permeates the air, a captivating tale unfolds. "The Island Hunting-Song" by Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. transports readers to a...

In the pages of "To a Blank Sheet of Paper," Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. invites readers on a captivating journey through the realm of literature and life. With his signature wit and wisdom, Holmes explores...

In the quaint New England town of Rockland, a peculiar child is born. Elsie Venner, with her piercing gaze and enigmatic nature, captivates the hearts of all who encounter her. But beneath her charming...

In the quaint coastal town of Gloucester, where the salty tang of the sea permeates the air, a tale unfolds that weaves together the lives of a humble oysterman and a renowned poet. The Ballad of the...

The Common Law is a book about common law in the United states, including torts, property, contracts and crime, written by Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. This classic is a must read...

In "The Common Law," Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr. presents a rigorous exploration of legal principles, emphasizing the dynamic nature of law as a reflection of societal evolution. Written in a concise yet...

In "Our Hundred Days in Europe," Oliver Wendell Holmes presents a captivating narrative that chronicles his journey through Europe with engaging prose and keen observation. Written in the 19th century,...

In "John Lothrop Motley, A Memoir — Complete," Oliver Wendell Holmes offers a captivating exploration of the life and legacy of the eminent historian and diplomat, John Lothrop Motley. Through a blend...

In "The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table," Oliver Wendell Holmes presents a delightful series of essays that unfold in the conversational setting of a breakfast table, where the eponymous Autocrat shares...

In "The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes — Complete," the esteemed 19th-century American poet, essayist, and physician presents an extensive compilation of his poetic oeuvre, melding wit, observation,...

In "John Lothrop Motley, A Memoir 'Äî Complete," Oliver Wendell Holmes masterfully captures the life and legacy of the esteemed historian and diplomat John Lothrop Motley. Defined by its elegant prose...

In "Ralph Waldo Emerson," Oliver Wendell Holmes presents a rich and insightful exploration of one of America's most pivotal philosophical figures. This work combines biographical detail with incisive...

The Poetical Works of Oliver Wendell Holmes 'Äî Complete is a comprehensive anthology that captures the essence of Holmes's literary genius, showcasing his masterful command of language and form. Known...

In "A Mortal Antipathy," Oliver Wendell Holmes employs a keen blend of humor and satire to explore themes of social conformity and the absurdities of human nature. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century...

In "Ralph Waldo Emerson," Oliver Wendell Holmes delves into the life and philosophy of one of America's most profound thinkers. Through a blend of biographical analysis and literary critique, Holmes paints...

This is a small collection of whimsical poems by the American physician and author Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. "The Deacon's Masterpiece" describes the "logical" outcome of building an object that has...

In "Over the Teacups," Oliver Wendell Holmes presents a collection of reflective essays that meander through the intricacies of life, society, and philosophy, all framed within the comforting context...

In 'The Common Law', Oliver Wendell Holmes explores the foundational principles of the Anglo-American legal system through a series of incisive essays. His writing style is concise and intellectual, laying...

Oliver Wendell Holmes's 'Pages from an Old Volume of Life; A Collection of Essays, 1857-1881' offers readers a unique glimpse into the life and times of the mid-19th century through a series of thought-provoking...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'Currents and Counter-Currents in Medical Science' is a seminal work that delves into the evolving landscape of medicine in the 19th century. Written in a highly informative and...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' "The One Hoss Shay" is a satirical poem that humorously explores the concept of inevitable decay and the fragility of life. Written in a light and witty tone, the poem follows the...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'Medical Essays, 1842-1882' is a collection of insightful and thought-provoking essays on various medical topics written over a 40-year period. Holmes' literary style is characterized...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'The Professor at the Breakfast-Table' is a captivating collection of essays that offer a unique blend of fiction and non-fiction. The book takes the form of conversations between...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'The Poet at the Breakfast-Table' is a collection of essays that blurs the line between poetry and prose. Written in a conversational tone, the book captures the personal musings...

Oliver Wendell Holmes takes readers on an insightful journey through Europe in his book 'Our Hundred Days in Europe'. The book beautifully captures the experience of the author and his companions during...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table' is a collection of essays that offer a unique blend of wit, wisdom, and observations on everyday life that resonates with readers of all ages....

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'The Guardian Angel' is a thought-provoking novel that explores themes of morality, duty, and the complexities of human relationships. Set in 19th-century Boston, the story follows...

In Oliver Wendell Holmes' novel 'A Mortal Antipathy,' the reader is taken on a journey through the complexities of human relationships and the impact of deeply rooted prejudices. Written in the 19th century,...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' novel 'Elsie Venner' intertwines themes of heredity, morality, and the supernatural in a captivating narrative set in 19th-century New England. The book's gothic elements and psychological...

Oliver Wendell Holmes' 'The Path of the Law' is a groundbreaking legal treatise that explores the nature of law and its relationship to society. Written in a concise and precise style, Holmes discusses...

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...

"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...

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...

What The Lord of the Rings is to fantasy, Dune is to science fiction. Presenting one of the most influential works of all time, which has inspired countless other stories for more than half a century,...

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,...

DON'T BE THE LAST TO DISCOVER THE SERIES THAT EVERYONE CAN'T STOP TALKING ABOUT: 'Pure escapism - think Hunger Games meets Fifty Shades' The Sun'We weren't expecting to become obsessed . . . but we very...

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...

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...

Pre-order Beth's epic new novel, SWEPT AWAY, now! 'Beth O'Leary is that rare, one-in-a-million talent who can make you laugh, swoon, cry and ache all in the same book' EMILY HENRYTiffy and Leon share...

"'There is a plot, Harry Potter. A plot to make most terrible things happen at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry this year.'" Harry Potter's summer has included the worst birthday ever, doomy...

The long-awaited explosive climax to the first arc of the Number One New York Times bestselling Stormlight Archive. Dalinar Kholin challenged the evil god Odium to a contest of champions with the future...

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...

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...

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",...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

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...

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)...