Divided into five chapters and illustrated by kaur, the sun and her flowers is a journey of wilting, falling, rooting, rising, and blooming. A celebration of love in all its forms.this is the recipe of lifesaid my motheras she held me in her arms as i weptthink of those flowers you plantin the garden each yearthey will teach youthat people toomust wiltfallrootrisein order to bloom Read more

Lord Byron was the most celebrated of all the Romantic poets. Troubled, handsome, sexually fluid, disabled, and transgressive, he wrote his way to international fame – and scandal – before finding a kind of redemption in the Greek Revolution. He also left behind the vast trove of thrilling letters (to friends, relatives, lovers, and more) that form the core of this remarkable biography. Published to coincide with the 200th anniversary of Byron's death, and adopting a fresh approach, it explores his life and work through some of his best, most resonant correspondence. Each chapter opens with Byron's own voice – as if we have opened a letter from the poet himself – followed by a vivid account of the emotions and experiences that missive touches. This gripping life traces the meteoric trajectory of a poet whose brilliance shook the world and whose legacy continues to shape art and culture to this day. Read more

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Discover the hauntingly beautiful tale of “Wuthering Heights” by Emily Brontë. Immerse yourself in the dark and passionate world of the Earnshaw and Linton families, as love, revenge, and the supernatural intertwine to create a literary masterpiece that continues to captivate readers.   Emily Brontë’s iconic Gothic novel A tale of love, passion, and vengeance on the Yorkshire moors Richly developed characters with complex relationships Atmospheric and evocative writing style A timeless classic that explores the depths of human emotions.   Read more

Discover Frances Hodgson Burnett’s stunning original edition, featuring authentic high-quality illustrations and a fun character quiz.When young Mary Lennox loses her parents to a terrible illness, she is thrust into a new life with her reclusive uncle in the confines of the enigmatic Misselthwaite Manor. Consumed by bitterness and loneliness, Mary’s life is about to change once more when she stumbles upon a hidden key and a long-forgotten door—a gateway to a secret garden full of mystery and splendor, where time stands still.As Mary unravels the mysteries of the secret garden's neglected beauty, she embarks on a new adventure with her spirited maid and loyal companion Martha, her kind-hearted brother Dickon, and Colin, Mary’s fragile cousin, whose illness has confined him in his chambers for years. Soon, Mary starts to blossom through the healing power of nature, helping Colin rediscover the beauty of life.Originally published in 1911, The Secret Garden is a masterpiece among the classics that has captivated readers of all ages for over a century. Set in the enchanting backdrop of early 20th-century England, this poignant tale follows the transformative journey of young Mary Lennox, inviting us into a world of beauty, innocence, and self-discovery.With its vivid descriptions of the lush Yorkshire countryside and the power of imagination, Burnett's exquisite prose transports readers into a world of wonder and enchantment, filled with innocence and the nurturing power of love and friendship.This beautiful edition features:5 original, first-edition, high-quality illustrations by Maria Louise Kirk.A fun quiz about Mary and the main characters to complete at the end of the book.A unique cover design for your collection.Easy-to-read typesetting both children and adults can enjoy.The Secret Garden, one of the best classic novels for young boys and girls of all time, will be the perfect gift for book lovers and a new beloved part of your collection! Read more

A beautiful unabridged 150th Anniversary Edition with 200 original illustrations and a Foreword by Alice L. George entitled 'Why Little Women Endures 150 Years Later.'SeaWolf Press is proud to offer another book in its Illustrated Classics Collection. Each book in the collection contains the text, illustrations, and cover from the first or early edition Use Amazon's Lookinside feature to compare this edition with others. You'll be impressed by the differences. Our version has:200 original illustrations. Don't be fooled by other versions with missing or made-up pictures.A unique Foreword explaining why the novel is still important today.Text that has been proofread to avoid errors common in other versions.A beautiful cover that replicates an early edition cover.The complete text in an easy-to-read font similar to the original.Properly formatted text complete with correct indenting, spacing, footnotes, italics, and tables.Little Women was originally published in two volumes in 1868 and 1869. It follows the lives of the four March sisters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy— from childhood to womanhood and is loosely based on the author and her three sisters. Although Little Women was a novel for girls, it differed notably from the current writings for children, especially girls. The book was an immediate commercial and critical success and has since been adapted for cinema, TV, Broadway and even the opera. Read more

Don Quixote is a Spanish epic novel by Miguel de Cervantes. It was originally published in two parts, in 1605 and 1615. Considered a founding work of Western literature, it is often labelled as the first modern novel and one of the greatest works ever written. Don Quixote is also one of the most-translated books in the world and one of the best-selling novels of all time.The plot revolves around the adventures of a member of the lowest nobility, a hidalgo from La Mancha named Alonso Quijano, who reads so many chivalric romances that he loses his mind and decides to become a knight-errant (caballero andante) to revive chivalry and serve his nation, under the name Don Quixote de la Mancha. He recruits as his squire a simple farm labourer, Sancho Panza, who brings a unique, earthy wit to Don Quixote's lofty rhetoric. In the first part of the book, Don Quixote does not see the world for what it is and prefers to imagine that he is living out a knightly story meant for the annals of all time. However, as Salvador de Madariaga pointed out in his Guía del lector del Quijote (1972 [1926]), referring to "the Sanchification of Don Quixote and the Quixotization of Sancho", as "Sancho's spirit ascends from reality to illusion, Don Quixote's declines from illusion to reality". Read more

Jane Austen, a renowned English novelist of the nineteenth century, crafted timeless tales that continue to captivate readers to this day. Her greatest works are a testament to her wit, social commentary, and keen understanding of human nature. In this set of five books, immerse yourself in Austen's world of societal manners and romantic entanglements. Pride and Prejudice showcases the complexities of love and social hierarchy, while Emma explores the pitfalls of matchmaking. Sense and Sensibility delves into the contrast between rationality and emotions, while Mansfield Park delves into themes of morality and duty. Finally, Persuasion offers a poignant exploration of second chances and the power of persuasion. These masterpieces transport readers to a bygone era and leave an indelible mark on literature.   Lively romance blossoms in Pride and Prejudice. Emma's meddling creates amusing romantic entanglements. Love and societal expectations collide in Sense and Sensibility. Mansfield Park reveals the complexities of morality and duty. Persuasion examines the transformative power of second chances.   Read more

Immerse yourself in the tempestuous world of Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. This hauntingly beautiful novel unravels a tale of forbidden love, revenge, and tumultuous emotions as captivating characters navigate the wild moors of 19th-century Yorkshire.A tale of passion and dark romance!   Emily Bronte's iconic and haunting masterpiece Gripping story of passionate love and bitter vendettas Atmospheric setting on the desolate Yorkshire moors Complex and deeply flawed characters that leave a lasting impact A timeless exploration of the destructive power of obsession and desire   Read more

‘Few could sustain the glance of his eye, at once fiery and penetrating’Savaged by critics for its supposed profanity and obscenity, and bought in large numbers by readers eager to see whether it lived up to its lurid reputation, The Monk became a succès de scandale when it was published in 1796 – not least because its author was a member of parliament and only twenty years old. It recounts the diabolical decline of Ambrosio, a Capuchin superior, who succumbs first to temptations offered by a young girl who has entered his monastery disguised as a boy, and continues his descent with increasingly depraved acts of sorcery, murder, incest and torture. Combining sensationalism with acute psychological insight, this masterpiece of Gothic fiction is a powerful exploration of how violent and erotic impulses can break through the barriers of social and moral restraint.This edition is based on the first edition of 1796, which appeared before Lewis’s revisions to avoid charges of blasphemy. In his introduction, Christopher MacLachlan discusses the novel’s place within the Gothic genre, and its themes of sexual desire and the abuse of power.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators. Read more

A beautiful, illustrated edition celebrating the 300th anniversary of the release of this classic book - includes all 4 parts. An unabridged, uncensored edition including Captain Gulliver's letter, the Publisher's note, and material that other editions may have censored.SeaWolf Press is proud to offer another book in its collection of illustrated classic literature. Each book in the collection contains the text and illustrations from the first or early edition. Use Amazon's Lookinside feature to compare this edition with others. You'll be impressed by the differences. If you like our book, be sure to leave a review! Our version has:100 original illustrations and ornaments by Louis Rhead, more than half of them large or full page. These illustrations really add to the story.Unabridged text.A beautiful cover that replicates a vintage painting.Properly formatted text complete with correct indenting, spacing, footnotes, italics, and tables.Gulliver's Travels, or Travels into Several Remote Nations of the World, consists of four parts and was initially published in 1726. It satirizes both human nature and the "travellers' tales" literary subgenre. It is Swift's best known full-length work, and a classic of English literature. Swift claimed that he wrote Gulliver's Travels "to vex the world rather than divert it". The book was an immediate success. John Gay remarked "It is universally read, from the cabinet council to the nursery." Read more

Named one of the 100 best nonfiction books of all time by the Modern LibraryAnne Carson’s remarkable first book about the paradoxical nature of romantic loveSince it was first published, Eros the Bittersweet, Anne Carson’s lyrical meditation on love in ancient Greek literature and philosophy, has established itself as a favorite among an unusually broad audience, including classicists, essayists, poets, and general readers. Beginning with the poet Sappho’s invention of the word “bittersweet” to describe Eros, Carson’s original and beautifully written book is a wide-ranging reflection on the conflicted nature of romantic love, which is both “miserable” and “one of the greatest pleasures we have.” Read more

At its simplest, Anna Karenina is a love story. It is a portrait of a beautiful and intelligent woman whose passionate love for a handsome officer sweeps aside all other ties - to her marriage and to the network of relationships and moral values that bind the society around her. The love affair of Anna and Vronsky is played out alongside the developing romance of Kitty and Levin, and in the character of Levin, closely based on Tolstoy himself, the search for happiness takes on a deeper philosophical significance. One of the greatest novels ever written, Anna Karenina combines penetrating psychological insight with an encyclopedic depiction of Russian life in the 1870s. The novel takes us from high society St Petersburg to the threshing fields on Levin's estate, with unforgettable scenes at a Moscow ballroom, the skating rink, a race course, a railway station. It creates an intricate labyrinth of connections that is profoundly satisfying, and deeply moving. Rosamund Bartlett's translation conveys Tolstoy's precision of meaning and emotional accuracy in an English version that is highly readable and stylistically faithful. Like her acclaimed biography of Tolstoy, it is vivid, nuanced, and compelling. Read more

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NOTE: Please ignore negative comments about the book having tiny print and bad formatting as those reviews are about another publisher's book. Amazon combines all reviews together for some reason. Be sure to use the LookInside feature to see what our book really looks like.A beautiful unabridged edition with 55 illustrations from the 1873 English first edition. Use Amazon's Lookinside feature to compare this edition with others. You'll be impressed by the differences. Don't be fooled by other versions that have no illustrations or contain very small print. Reading our edition will make you feel that you are traveling the world with Phileas Fogg himself.Called Le tour du monde en quatre-vingts jours in French, Around the World in Eighty Days was published in French and English in 1873. It is one of Jules Verne’s best-known and acclaimed novels. The intrepid adventurer Phileas Fogg of London, along with his French valet Passepartout, attempt to circumnavigate the world in 80 days on a £20,000 wager set by his friends at the Reform Club. Their trip is further complicated by Phileas becoming a suspect in a robbery. Can they make it in time? Read more

WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR DRAMARecently revived on Broadway in a production directed by Joe Mantello, starring two-time Oscar winner Glenda Jackson and Tony winner Laurie MetcalfEarning a Pulitzer and Best Play awards from the Evening Standard, Critics Circle, and Outer Critics Circle, among others, when it premiered, Edward Albee has, in Three Tall Women, created a masterwork of modern theater. As an imperious, acerbic old woman lies dying, she is tended by two other women and visited by a young man. Albee’s frank dialogue about everything from incontinence to infidelity portrays aging without sentimentality. His scenes are charged with wit, pain, and laughter, and his observations tell us about forgiveness, reconciliation, and our own fates. But it is his probing portrait of the three women that reveals Albee’s genius. Separate characters on stage in the first act, yet actually the same “everywoman” at different ages in the second act, these “tall women” lay bare the truths of our lives—how we live, how we love, what we settle for, and how we die. Edward Albee has given theatergoers, critics, and students of drama reason to rejoice. Read more

A young man, named Dorian Gray, becomes obsessed with his own beauty and the portrait of himself painted by artist, Basil Hallward. Dorian wishes that the painting would age instead of him so that he can continue to see his younger self. Dorian begins to experiment with different hedonistic activities and desires, which unleash a series of rotting effects on the painting and expose his true evil nature. Dorian is then haunted by the consequences of his immoral actions and must decide if he will live with those consequences or die as a man.The Picture of Dorian Gray is a novel by Oscar Wilde, first published complete in the July 1890 issue of Lippincott's Monthly Magazine. Fearing the story was indecent, the magazine's editor had requested that Wilde reduce the length. However, Wilde also published it as a complete novel. The content, presentation and style of The Picture of Dorian Gray made it one of the most controversial works at the time of its release. Today it is considered a literary classic and has been adapted numerous times into various media formats Read more

Experience the thrill and suspense of the original Gothic novel with "The Castle of Otranto" by Horace Walpole. First published in 1764, this trailblazing work of fiction combines elements of horror, romance, and suspense, sparking a new genre that would inspire countless authors.The narrative follows the unnerving events that befall the residents of the ominous Otranto Castle. Filled with mysterious apparitions, ancient prophecies, and chilling secrets, "The Castle of Otranto" is a masterful exploration of the human psyche's dark recesses and the fear of the supernatural.Walpole's skillful storytelling, coupled with his imaginative plot and richly drawn characters, makes for an absorbing read. This edition, with its evocative descriptions and intricate narrative, is an essential addition to the library of any Gothic literature aficionado or fans of classic literature in general.Horace Walpole (1717-1797), an English writer, art historian, and politician, is best known for "The Castle of Otranto," widely considered as the first Gothic novel. His contributions to literature laid the groundwork for a literary movement that favored emotion, imagination, and the supernatural. Walpole's influence extends to modern-day authors, inspiring the elements of suspense and horror we see in today's novels. Read more

TONY AWARD WINNER • An explosive re-imagining of the mysterious wartime meeting between two Nobel laureates to discuss the atomic bomb.“Endlessly fascinating…. The most invigorating and ingenious play of ideas in many a year….  An electrifying work of art.” —Ben Brantley, The New York Times In 1941 the German physicist Werner Heisenberg made a clandestine trip to Copenhagen to see his Danish counterpart and friend Niels Bohr. Their work together on quantum mechanics and the uncertainty principle had revolutionized atomic physics. But now the world had changed and the two men were on opposite sides in a world war. Why Heisenberg went to Copenhagen and what he wanted to say to Bohr are questions that have vexed historians ever since. In Michael Frayn’s ambitious, fiercely intelligent, and daring new play Heisenberg and Bohr meet once again to discuss the intricacies of physics and to ponder the metaphysical—the very essence of human motivation. Read more