Domitia - format ePub

In 'Curious Myths of the Middle Ages', S. Baring-Gould delves into the fascinating world of medieval folklore and superstitions. Through a meticulous exploration of various myths and legends, Baring-Gould...

In 'Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets', S. Baring-Gould delves into the rich tapestry of Biblical lore, presenting readers with a collection of ancient myths and legends surrounding the iconic figures...

In this "Book of the West" I have not sought to say all that might be said relative to Devon and Cornwall; nor have I attempted to make of it a guide-book. I have rather endeavoured to convey to the visitor...

Paternal Acres The Manor House The Domestic Hearth Old Furniture Ceilings The Parish Church The Village Inn The Manor Mill The Farmhouse Cottages The Village Doctor Scapegraces Hedges Underground Rights

Revised with Introduction and Additional Lives of English Martyrs, Cornish and Welsh Saints, and a full Index to the Entire Work The Lives of the Saints is a sixteen-volume collection of lives of the...

Revised with Introduction and Additional Lives of English Martyrs, Cornish and Welsh Saints, and a full Index to the Entire Work The Lives of the Saints is a sixteen-volume collection of lives of the...

S. Baring-Gould's 'Perpetua. A Tale of Nimes in A.D. 213' transports the reader back to ancient Rome, specifically to the city of Nimes in the year 213. The book explores themes of faith, persecution,...

In 'Domitia' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are taken on a journey through ancient Rome as they follow the life of the titular character, Domitia, a young woman caught in the midst of political intrigue...

S. Baring-Gould's 'The Lost and Hostile Gospels' is a groundbreaking exploration of the lesser-known gospels that were left out of the canonical Bible. Baring-Gould delves into the history and significance...

In 'Historic Oddities and Strange Events' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through history, exploring intriguing and bizarre happenings that have captured the author's attention....

In 'Urith: A Tale of Dartmoor' by S. Baring-Gould, readers are transported to the rugged landscape of Dartmoor where the story unfolds. Filled with elements of romance, mystery, and the supernatural,...

Cornwall, peopled mainly by Celts, but with an infusion of English blood, stands and always has stood apart from the rest of England, much, but in a less degree, as has Wales. That which brought it into...

Fifty years ago! Half a century has passed since the writer was a child in the parish where he has laid the scene of this tale. There he had a trusty nurse, and a somewhat romantic story was attached...

Cornwall, peopled mainly by Celts, but with an infusion of English blood, stands and always has stood apart from the rest of England, much, but in a less degree, as has Wales. That which brought it into...

In treating of Devonshire Characters, I have had to put aside the chief Worthies and those Devonians famous in history, as George Duke of Albemarle, Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Francis Drake, Sir Joshua Reynolds,...

In the second century Lyons was the Rome of Gaul as it is now the second Paris of France. It was crowded with temples and public monuments. It was moreover the Athens of the West, a resort of scholars....

In "Freaks of Fanaticism, and Other Strange Events," S. Baring-Gould blends meticulous research with a narrative style that is both engaging and thought-provoking. This collection of essays and stories...

In "An Old English Home and Its Dependencies," S. Baring-Gould offers an evocative exploration of the intricacies of English domestic life as it existed in the 19th century. Through meticulous descriptions...

In "An Old English Home and Its Dependencies," S. Baring-Gould eloquently captures the essence of rural English life through meticulous descriptions of a venerable country house and its surrounding estate....

In "Strange Survivals," S. Baring-Gould presents a captivating exploration of unusual and extraordinary phenomena that defy conventional understanding. This work combines elements of travel writing, folklore,...

In "Cliff Castles and Cave Dwellings of Europe," S. Baring-Gould presents an intriguing exploration of the architectural marvels and historical significance of Europe's cliffside fortifications and subterranean...

In a Quiet Village is a poignant exploration of the intricate tapestry of rural life, penned by S. Baring-Gould. This novel seamlessly weaves together elements of social commentary and character study,...

In "Legends of the Patriarchs and Prophets," S. Baring-Gould masterfully weaves together a tapestry of biblical narratives, showcasing the lives and trials of pivotal figures from the Old Testament. His...

In "Cornwall," S. Baring-Gould masterfully blends travel writing with rich historical exploration, immersing readers in the enchanting landscapes, folklore, and cultural intricacies of the Cornish region....

In "Domitia," S. Baring-Gould eloquently weaves a rich narrative set in ancient Rome, peeling back the layers of historical and fictional elements to explore the life of the eponymous character. Employing...

In "Post-Mediæval Preachers," S. Baring-Gould explores the evolution of sermon literature in the transitional period between the medieval and modern eras. The book paints a vivid portrait of the diverse...

In 'In the Roar of the Sea,' S. Baring-Gould crafts a vivid narrative set against the turbulent backdrop of maritime life during the 19th century. This work intricately intertwines adventure, romance,...

S. Baring-Gould's "A Book of Ghosts" is a mesmerizing collection that interweaves folklore, superstition, and spectral encounters, capturing the essence of the Victorian fascination with the supernatural....

In "Curiosities of Olden Times," S. Baring-Gould embarks on a fascinating exploration of historical curiosities, cultural artifacts, and the peculiarities that shaped the lives of our ancestors. The book...

In "Post-Mediæval Preachers," S. Baring-Gould embarks on an insightful exploration of the evolution of Christian preaching following the medieval era. This scholarly work intricately examines the stylistic...

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!...

'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...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

A forbidden, secret affair proves that all's fair in love and science - from Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author Ali Hazelwood. Rue Siebert might not have it all, but she has enough: a...

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...

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...

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...

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 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...

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...

"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...

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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A heart-wrenching grim cozy pirate's tale with a little bit of romance. This is not 'Cozy' in the traditional sense, unless you find misery and betrayal to be as comforting as a cup of hot cocoa."This...

A spellbinding epic tale of ambition, anarchy and absolute power set against the sprawling medieval canvas of twelfth-century England, The Pillars of the Earth is Ken Follett's classic historical masterpiece.A...

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...