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Par une soirée amère au cœur de l'hiver, un mystérieux étranger arrive dans le village anglais isolé d'Iping. Tout est étrange autour de lui : son comportement, son isolement, ses nombreux bandages qui cachent son apparence. Quand un premier vol survient dans la bourgade habituellement si calme, les soupçons se tournent vers lui. Mais l'attraper devient très difficile : en se déshabillant, il disparait et devient invisible. Chassé par les habitants, nu pour rester invisible, l'homme sombre dans l'excès et la paranoïa. Il vole, il blesse, il tue même.

This book contains the following works: The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe, The War of the Worlds by Herbert George Wells,The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain, Notes from the Underground by Fyodor Dostoevsky, A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle, Animal Farm by George Orwell, The Call of Cthulhu by Howard Phillips Lovecraft, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by Washington Irving, The Great Gatsby by Francis Scott Fitzgerald.

A Night in a Moorish Harem tells the thrilling story of a shipwrecked British sea captain who, in 1894, washes ashore near a Moroccan harem. When his ship, Antler, becomes stranded off the coast of Morocco, Lord George Herbert is taken in for the night by the concubines of a local harem whose master is away. Herbert seizes the opportunity offered to him and spends the night taking pleasure in the eager women and convincing the nine ladies, each of a different nationality, to tell the collective stories of her sexual histories.

C'est l'histoire de Griffin, un savant qui, après 15 ans de recherches et des dépenses qui l'ont ruiné, invente une formule pour devenir invisible. Après avoir fait l'expérience sur le chat de sa voisine, il décide d'expérimenter la formule sur lui-même, notamment pour fuir ses créanciers. Il devient alors totalement invisible. Savant déchu, son orgueil démesuré le pousse dans le désir de pouvoir et de domination. Renié par tous, et surtout par ses semblables, il meurt poursuivi par la peur et la haine.

Surviving the Trojan War was just the beginning of the adventure for Odysseus. What lay ahead was a journey home that would last for years as he encountered gods and monsters before finally returning home - only to face the greatest threat to his happiness of all. This translation of Homer's classic tale captures all the timeless excitement and gripping drama that have made it a favorite for centuries.

After returning from the harrowing trenches of World War I, Richard Beresford struggles to reintegrate into his former life at the Foreign Office. Choosing instead to sell nearly all his belongings—save for his treasured books—he embarks on a wandering journey through the countryside. On his very first day, he encounters a captivating girl with mesmerizing grey eyes perched on a gate in the rain. Their chance meeting is cut short, leaving him unaware of her name but resolute in his quest to find her again. This charming romantic comedy from 1919, penned by the author of Patricia Brent, ...

In this delightful work of fiction by Herbert Jenkins (1876-1923), we are introduced to one of his most beloved comic characters, the charming Cockney, Joseph Bindle. It is Bindle who hatches the idea of “The Night Club,” a gathering place where individuals from all walks of London life come together on Sunday evenings for a smoke, a drink, and a good yarn. Here, they socialize, reflect on their lives, and share their most entertaining tales and reminiscences. The whimsical proceedings are chaired by Bindle himself and are recounted to us by a member of this unique club. --Lee Smalley

Herbert George "H. G." Wells (September 21, 1866-August 13, 1946) was a prolific English writer in many genres. He is sometimes called the “Father of Science Fiction.” His stories have been filmed many times. His best-known classics are The Time Machine (1895), The Invisible Man (1897) and The War of the Worlds (1898).

George Herbert, a renowned English poet, orator, and priest, delves into the essence of the priesthood in The Country Parson. He provides insightful guidance for English clergymen, offering practical advice on how to embody their roles and fulfill their sacred duties with grace and integrity. - Summary by Karen Clausen-Brown

John Dene arrives in England with an ingenious invention and a mission to shake up the Admiralty. His bluntness and unorthodox approach leave the officials at Whitehall bewildered and uncomfortable, especially as he criticizes the entrenched bureaucrats who, in his eyes, owe their positions to ancestral connections rather than merit. Just when everyone is getting used to his presence, John Dene mysteriously vanishes, leaving the civilised world in shock at the £20,000 reward offered for his return. Chaos ensues as Scotland Yard is inundated with letters and visitors, questions arise in ...

George Herbert, one of the greatest spiritual poets of all time, influenced many of Christianity's most cherished writers including Richard Baxter, Charles Spurgeon, T. S. Eliot, and C. S. Lewis. His works, rich with vivid language, theological insight, and pastoral guidance, expand the listener's capacity to experience and delight in Christ. In this devotional volume, Stephen Witmer presents 40 of George Herbert's most impactful poems, favored for their brevity, accessibility, and relevance to contemporary Christians.

In this captivating tale, our hero finds himself adrift and disenchanted after returning from the Great War, longing for a spark in his mundane life. Following a heated argument with his uncle and a railway strike, he unexpectedly lands in the quaint county of Norfolk at ten oclock one fateful night. Seeking refuge in a charming country home, he is instantly recognized by the butler as Mr. Alfred, the long-lost son of the estate. From that moment on, he adopts the alias James Smith and steps into an unexpected adventure. Not only does he gain the company of Mr. Alfreds friends, but he also ...

Step into the lively world of Mr. Joseph Bindle, Herbert Jenkins beloved creation who first graced the literary scene in 1916. Celebrated by T. P. OConnor as the greatest Cockney that has come into being through the medium of literature since Dickens wrote Pickwick Papers, Bindles adventures capture the comedic essence of life at work, at home, and everywhere in between. This captivating book delves into the stories of the Bindles, revealing the pivotal role Mrs. Bindle plays in shaping her husbands character and escapades, all through her unique perspective. Join us for a delightful journey ...

Na opuštěném ostrově kdesi v Pacifiku "šílený vědec" doktor Moreau provádí ďábelské genetické pokusy na zvířatech, které díky svým vědomostem dokáže měnit v poloviční lidi. Mladý námořník Andrew Braddock, se snaží s doktorovou schovankou Marií pomoci ubožákům uprchnout. Téma je vysoce aktuální i v dnešní době genetického inženýrství a klonování. Varuje před nejasnou hranicí mezi etickým vědeckým zkoumáním a vědou, která může nové poznatky zneužít nebo se vědcům zcela vymknout z kontroly.

Are you excited about planning your next trip? Do you want an edible experience? Would you like some culinary guidance from a local? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this Eat Like a Local book is for you. Culinary tourism is an important aspect of any travel experience. Food has the ability to tell you a story of a destination, its landscapes, and culture on a single plate. Most food guides tell you how to eat like a tourist.

Stroj času je dílo, které předběhlo svou dobu a ovlivnilo celý jeden literární žánr. Wellsův román nebyl několik desetiletí v češtině publikován, nejspíš pro podobnosti ani zdaleka ne náhodné. Poslechněte si příběh Poutníka, který vynalezl stroj času. Jednoho dne se při práci přenese do světa roku 802 701. První věc, kterou uvidí v hluboké tmě je zářící okřídlená sfinga. Ona je klíčem k jeho minulosti i přítomnosti. Brzy nato zjistí, že lidstvo této doby se dělí na dva typy osobností. Jedni jsou Eloiové, žijí na zemi a bojí se šera. Ti druzí jsou Morloci, procházejí tmou a žijí v podzemí.

Our dystopian future is revealed by H.G.Wells. In this famous story, an unnamed scientist of the 1800s invents a machine to travel through time. Going into the far future he discovers the human race has evolved into two distinct branches that are horrifyingly interdependent. Society, being divided into the upper and lower classes as it was at the time this story was written, has caused this horrifying thing to happen. - Summary by phil chenevert

Příběh odehrávající se v Anglii na konci 19. století barvitě líčí invazi Marťanů na Zemi a popisuje bezmocnost pozemšťanů, neschopných boje s vyspělou marťanskou technikou. Kruté bytosti z vesmíru v pravidelných intervalech ničí všechno živé a do myslí pozemšťanů se vkrádá beznaděj nad neutěšeným stavem. Jak to všechno dopadne? A mají Marťané nějakou slabinu? Existuje na Zemi něco, s čím při plánování invaze nepočítali?!? Byť tento vědeckofantastický román poprvé vyšel už v roce 1898, dodnes fascinuje čtenáře po celém světě svým realistickým popisem invaze mimozemšťanů z Marsu do Anglie.

La historia se centra en un protagonista anónimo que decide pasar la noche en el remoto castillo Lorraine. El narrador pretende descansar en una habitación que se dice está embrujada, en un intento por refutar las diversas leyendas que la rodean.

Like his great contemporaries, John Keats and Lord Byron, Shelley suffered an untimely death, but still managed to stun the world with a wide-ranging body of work, including poetry, drama, and criticism. His poetry is that of a young man, a lover of nature and fiercely critical of institutionalized corruption, and virtuosic in his use of language and imagery.