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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 "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...

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,...

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...

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...

Tom, a poor orphan, is employed by the villainous chimney-sweep, Grimes, to climb up inside flues to clear away the soot. While engaged in this dreadful task, he loses his way and emerges in the bedroom...

Tom, a poor orphan, is employed by the villainous chimney-sweep, Grimes, to climb up inside flues to clear away the soot. While engaged in this dreadful task, he loses his way and emerges in the bedroom...

In 'The Roman and the Teuton' by Charles Kingsley, readers are taken on a insightful journey comparing the civilizations of Ancient Rome and the Germanic tribes. Kingsley delves into the contrasting values,...

In 'Discipline and Other Sermons' by Charles Kingsley, readers are taken on a journey through a collection of insightful and thought-provoking sermons that touch on various moral and ethical issues. Kingsley's...

The Water Babies, A Fairy Tale for a Land Baby is a children's novel by the Reverend Charles Kingsley. Written in 1862-1863 as a serial for Macmillan's Magazine, it was first published in its entirety...

Charles Kingsley's 'The Water-Babies' is a whimsical and fantastical tale that blends social commentary with elements of fairy tale and allegory. Published in 1863, at the height of the Victorian era,...

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 "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...

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 '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...

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...

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...

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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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)...

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"'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...

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...

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...

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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...

In the ruins of a post-apocalyptic world, the totalitarian government of Oceania has risen from the ashes. The Party, led by the omnipresent Big Brother, exercises total control over its citizens, suppressing...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

"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...

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...

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...

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"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...

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...

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...