Essential Novelists - Vernon Lee - format ePub

In "Limbo, and Other Essays; To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee explores the intricate interplay of art, aesthetics, and personal experience through a series of reflective essays that...

In "The Beautiful: An Introduction to Psychological Aesthetics," Vernon Lee meticulously explores the intersection of beauty and psychology, offering an innovative perspective on aesthetic experience....

In "Hauntings," Vernon Lee offers a sophisticated exploration of supernatural themes through a collection of essays and short stories that intertwine philosophy, aesthetics, and Gothic elements. This...

In "Laurus Nobilis: Chapters on Art and Life," Vernon Lee embarks on an intellectual exploration that fuses aesthetics with autobiographical musings, revealing the integral relationship between art and...

Vernon Lee'Äôs "The Countess of Albany" is a fascinating exploration of the life of the enigmatic figure, Princess Elizabeth Stuart, who became the Countess of Albany. The narrative blends historical...

In "The Spirit of Rome," Vernon Lee deftly weaves an enchanting tapestry of history, art, and atmosphere that captures the essence of the Eternal City. Through a series of evocative essays, Lee transcends...

Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful novels of Vernon Leewhich areA...

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If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies,...

If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies,...

If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies,...

The "Vampire Tales" is the biggest, hungriest, undeadliest collection of vampire stories ever assembled. Dark, stormy, and delicious, once it sinks its teeth into you there's no escape. Vampires! Whether...

If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies,...

If you were looking for the Holy Bible of the horror anthologies, consider yourself lucky, because you just found it! Cosmic horror, supernatural events, ghost stories, weird fiction, mystical fantasies,...

In 'Vanitas: Polite Stories', Vernon Lee weaves a tapestry of intricate narratives that explore the ephemeral nature of beauty, art, and existence. Through a collection of tales rich in emotional resonance...

In "Limbo, and Other Essays; To which is now added Ariadne in Mantua," Vernon Lee intricately weaves together a tapestry of philosophical musings and aesthetic reflections that explore the intersections...

Vernon Lee's 'Belcaro; Being Essays on Sundry Aesthetical Questions' is a collection of essays that delve deep into various aesthetic topics, showcasing the author's keen insights and exquisite literary...

A Phantom Lover is a supernatural novella by Vernon Lee (pseudonym of Violet Paget) first published in 1886. Set in a Kentish manor house, the story concerns a portrait painter commissioned by a squire,...

He lusts and kills in equal measure. The brutal Don Juan – an unrepentant sinner – makes a pact with the Virgin of the Seven Daggers. He promises to forever proclaim her supreme beauty and asks that in...

Vernon Lee was the pseudonym of the Franco-British writer Violet Paget (1856-1935). For over 50 years, Paget churned out works of both fiction and nonfiction at the rate of nearly a book a year. Perhaps...

In 'Ariadne in Mantua' by Vernon Lee, the reader is transported to Renaissance Italy through Lee's vivid and detailed descriptions of the city of Mantua. The book is a combination of historical fiction...

In Vernon Lee's 'Vanitas: Polite Stories,' readers are transported into a world of elegant tales that explore themes of love, vanity, and human nature. Written in Lee's distinctive literary style, the...

Vernon Lee's 'Penelope Brandling: A Tale of the Welsh coast in the Eighteenth Century' is a gripping historical novel that transports readers to the picturesque Welsh coast during the 1700s. Lee's richly...

Vernon Lee's 'A Phantom Lover' is a haunting novella that blends themes of gothic romance and supernatural horror. Set in the picturesque English countryside, the story follows the passionate and ill-fated...

Vernon Lee's 'Hauntings' is a collection of short stories that delve into the supernatural and the psychological, blending elements of horror and gothic fiction. Written in the late 19th century, Lee's...

Vernon Lee's 'Renaissance Fancies and Studies' is a captivating exploration of the Renaissance era through the lens of art, literature, and cultural history. The book delves into the complexities of the...

In the thought-provoking book 'Hortus Vitae' by Vernon Lee, the author delves into the philosophical exploration of the nature of life and death through a series of poignant essays. Lee's literary style...

In Vernon Lee's The Beautiful: An Introduction to Psychological Aesthetics, readers are taken on a thought-provoking journey into the realm of aesthetics and its intrinsic connection to psychology. Through...

Vernon Lee's 'Euphorion' is a seminal work that delves into the intricate web of influences between the antique, medieval, and Renaissance periods. Through a series of meticulous studies, Lee navigates...

“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...

"There it was, hanging in the sky above the school: the blazing green skull with a serpent tongue, the mark Death Eaters left behind whenever they had entered a building… wherever they had murdered…"...

"'Give me Harry Potter,' said Voldemort's voice, 'and none shall be harmed. Give me Harry Potter, and I shall leave the school untouched. Give me Harry Potter, and you will be rewarded.'"As he climbs...

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

"'There will be three tasks, spaced throughout the school year, and they will test the champions in many different ways … their magical prowess - their daring - their powers of deduction - and, of course,...

"'You are sharing the Dark Lord's thoughts and emotions. The Headmaster thinks it inadvisable for this to continue. He wishes me to teach you how to close your mind to the Dark Lord.'" Dark times have...

'It does everything you'd expect of a masterpiece - and it is one' Sunday Express'Hums and crackles with delicious unease' Independent'Captivating' The Sunday Times'An absorbing thriller' Mail on SundayNO...

THE INSPIRATION FOR HBO AND SKY TV’S EMMY NOMINATED HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. Centuries before A Game of Thrones, an even greater game began, one that set the skies alight with dragon...

My dark master is lost to the demon within… can we return him, and save all we hold dear?My Vampire Master Quinn rages as a Vampire Revenant, a creature of utter Night, as my Fae Prince Lucca and I give...

The Legend of Tilsim Hoshruba: The Tilsim Kusha – 'The Chosen One'The saga continues…Following the spellbinding journey of The Tilsim Quest, the second sequel, The Tilsim Kusha – The Chosen One, delves...

Aliens attack the Earth! Souls taking the form of giant guinea pigs kill millions! Humanity is in danger. With the power of time travel, the government forms a plot to send able-bodied candidates back...

THE SEQUEL TO THE DRAGON AWARD NOMINATED "LOVE AT FIRST BITE" CONTINUES! Amanda Colt and Marco Catalano's original honeymoon has been extended by an all-expense paid trip to Rome. After fighting off vampires,...

Within the pages of The Raevnir Codex lies a tapestry of gods, monsters, dragons, and mortals—all bound by fate, fire, and shadow. This exclusive collection pulls back the veil on the legendary world...

'I have brought peace to the church... by joining the two faiths of Truphoria.'Hope blinked incredulously.'But... but we hate each other,' he said. Truphoria's two primary religious factions have put...

An isolated manor. Ancient enemies locked in an eternal struggle. An innocent woman's heart and soul caught in the middle.Lord McCardle hires me to stay at Kinloch Manor to restore the keep's magnificent...

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",...

"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 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)...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

"'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...

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 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...

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...

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...