Via Crucis - format ePub

The hero is an American who has given up his promising career as a professor of mathematics in order to devote himself to the perfecting of an air motor which he has invented. After his money is gone...

In F. Marion Crawford's 'To Leeward', readers are transported to an era where the significance of social class and duty dictates the lives of the characters. Written in a fluid and descriptive tone, the...

F. Marion Crawford's novel, 'Via Crucis', takes readers on a journey through the complexities of human nature and spirituality. Set in the Italian countryside, the story follows a young artist who becomes...

F. Marion Crawford's 'Wandering Ghosts' is a collection of ghost stories that delves into the supernatural realm with a unique blend of mystery, horror, and psychological depth. Each story is intricately...

F. Marion Crawford's 'Corleone: A Tale of Sicily' is a captivating novel that delves into the world of crime and power in Sicily. The book is steeped in historical accuracy and offers a vivid portrayal...

F. Marion Crawford's 'The Children of the King: A Tale of Southern Italy' is a captivating novel set in the beautiful landscapes of Southern Italy. The book weaves a story of love, betrayal, and redemption...

In F. Marion Crawford's novel, 'The Little City of Hope,' readers are transported to the vibrant Italian city of Terracina in the late 19th century. The book follows the intertwined lives of the diverse...

F. Marion Crawford's novel 'Pietro Ghisleri' is a captivating story set in 19th-century Italy, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and family honor. Crawford's intricate narrative style masterfully weaves...

In F. Marion Crawford's 'Khaled, A Tale of Arabia', readers are transported to the exotic lands of Arabia as they follow the epic tale of Khaled, a young Arab prince who struggles against fate and tradition...

F. Marion Crawford's 'The Witch of Prague: A Fantastic Tale' is a mesmerizing blend of fantasy, romance, and the supernatural. Set in the mystical city of Prague, the book follows the story of a young...

F. Marion Crawford's 'Whosoever Shall Offend' is a gripping tale set in the late 19th century that explores themes of revenge, betrayal, and redemption. The narrative is rich in detail and intricately...

F. Marion Crawford's 'An American Politician' is a classic novel that delves into the intricate world of political corruption and power struggles in America during the late 19th century. Written in a...

In F. Marion Crawford's 'The Little City of Hope (Musaicum Christmas Specials)', the reader is transported to a quaint village nestled in the Italian Alps. Crawford's descriptive prose paints a serene...

Francis Marion Crawford was an American writer noted for his many novels, especially those set in Italy, and for his classic weird and fantastic stories.

In F. Marion Crawford's 'A Lady of Rome,' the reader is transported to ancient Rome where the story unfolds against a backdrop of political intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden love. Crawford's eloquent...

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...

F. Marion Crawford's "In the Palace of the King" is a riveting historical novel set against the backdrop of 16th-century Spain. The narrative intricately weaves themes of politics, love, and sacrifice...

In "Fair Margaret: A Portrait," F. Marion Crawford weaves a rich tapestry of themes surrounding love, ambition, and societal constraints set against the backdrop of 19th-century England. The narrative...

In "For the Blood Is the Life and Other Stories," F. Marion Crawford masterfully weaves a tapestry of gothic horror and psychological intrigue, showcasing his exceptional command of atmospheric detail...

F. Marion Crawford's "Marzio's Crucifix and Zoroaster" is a masterful blend of rich narrative and philosophical inquiry, exploring themes of faith, identity, and the intersection of art and belief. Set...

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 "The Upper Berth; By the Waters of Paradise," F. Marion Crawford delivers a compelling exploration of supernatural themes woven into richly textured narratives. The book consists of two tales that...

F. Marion Crawfordin teos "Arethusa: Konstantinopolin orjatar" on historiallinen romaani, joka vie lukijansa 1800-luvun lopun Konstantinopoliin, kiehtovaan ja monikulttuuriseen ympäristöön. Kirjassa yhdistyvät...

In 'Cecilia' by F. Marion Crawford, the reader is taken on a captivating journey through 19th-century Italy, where the lives of two young lovers intertwine with secrets, political turmoil, and societal...

F. Marion Crawford's novel 'The White Sister' is a deeply moving story set in late 19th-century Italy, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and redemption. The book exemplifies Crawford's unique literary...

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...

The hero is an American who has given up his promising career as a professor of mathematics in order to devote himself to the perfecting of an air motor which he has invented. After his money is gone...

By the time the novel appeared to tremendous popular and critical acclaim in 1871-2, George Eliot was recognized as England's finest living novelist. It was her ambition to create a world and portray...

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 inspiration for the new Netflix series, Lupin, starring Omar Sy. Leblanc's creation, Gentleman thief Arsène Lupin, is everything you would expect from a French aristocrat—witty, charming, brilliant,...

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...

Readers love The Ingredients for Happiness! ‘A gorgeous summer read’ ‘Uplifting, funny, romantic and charming’...

The Thought Police, Doublethink, Newspeak, Big Brother – 1984 itself: these terms and concepts have moved from the world of fiction into our everyday lives. They are central to our thinking about freedom...

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...

One of the BBC's '100 Novels That Shaped Our World' HarperCollins is proud to present its incredible range of best-loved, essential classics. Winston Smith rewrites history. It’s his...

"'Welcome to the Knight Bus, emergency transport for the stranded witch or wizard. Just stick out your wand hand, step on board and we can take you anywhere you want to go.'"When the Knight Bus crashes...

‘Addictive. A first-class page-turner.’ Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me Can the past ever be forgotten? As soon as nurse Maura Lyle sets foot inside the foreboding Essen Grange,...

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP BESTSELLER#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZELONGLISTED FOR THE ORWELL PRIZE'An utterly mesmerising novel..I absolutely loved this book' Bernardine Evaristo,...

WINNER OF THE HUGO AWARD FOR BEST ALL-TIME SERIES The Foundation series is Isaac Asimov’s iconic masterpiece. Unfolding against the backdrop of a crumbling Galactic Empire,...

The hauntingly prophetic classic novel. Over 1 million copies sold in the UK. Guy Montag is a fireman. His job is to burn books, which are forbidden, being...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

"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...

"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 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...

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...

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...

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,...

Isolated from society in a tenement basement in St. Petersburg, a malicious former civil servant vents his resentments. In the rambling notes that follow, we are exposed to the inner turmoil of the Underground...