7 best short stories - Victorian Fairy Tales

7 best short stories - Victorian Fairy Tales
Author: Oscar Wilde
Publisher: Tacet Books
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2020-05-12
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3968588096

Welcome to the book series 7 best short stories specials, selection dedicated to a special subject, featuring works by noteworthy authors. The texts were chosen based on their relevance, renown and interest. This edition is dedicated to Victorian Fairy Tale: The reinvention of fairy tales was a very particular feature of Victorian literature. Many authors dedicated to other genres tried their luck by making their own versions of the fairytale universe. This book contains the following texts: - The King of the Golden River by John Ruskin; - The Rose and the Ring by William Makepeace Thackeray; - The Golden Key by George MacDonald; - The Little Lame Prince by Dinah Craik; - The Selfish Giant by Oscar Wilde; - Melisande by Edith Nesbit; - The Reluctant Dragon by Kenneth Grahame. For more books with interesting themes, be sure to check the other books in this collection!

Victorian Fairy Tales

Victorian Fairy Tales
Author: Jack Zipes
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2016-04-11
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 113674410X

First published in 1989. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Victorian Fairy Tales

Victorian Fairy Tales
Author: Michael Stuart Newton
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 497
Release: 2015
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 019960195X

This anthology brings together 14 of the best Victorian fairy tales, by major period writers as well as specialists in the genre, to show the vibrancy of the form and its ability to reflect our deepest concerns. From whimsy to satire, the stories reveal the preoccupations of the age and celebrate the value of the imagination.

7 best short stories - Vampire

7 best short stories - Vampire
Author: John William Polidori
Publisher: Tacet Books
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2020-05-12
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 3968580184

Welcome to the book series 7 best short stories specials, selection dedicated to a special subject, featuring works by noteworthy authors. The texts were chosen based on their relevance, renown and interest. This edition is dedicated to Vampire. The vampire is now a fixture in popular fiction. Such fiction began with 18th-century poetry and continued with 19th-century short stories. Over time, some attributes now regarded as integral became incorporated into the vampire's profile: fangs and vulnerability to sunlight appeared over the course of the 19th century. Implied though not often explicitly documented in folklore, immortality is one attribute which features heavily in vampire film and literature. Much is made of the price of eternal life, namely the incessant need for blood of former equals. The critic August Nemo selected seven short stories that were essential to the formation of the vampire's folklore: - The Vampyre by John William Polidori. - Carmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu. - Mrs. Amworth by E. F. Benson. - Dracula's Guest by Bram Stoker. - Ligeia by Edgar Allan Poe. - Clarimonde by Théophile Gautier. - The Lair of the White Worm by Bram Stoker.

7 best short stories by Virginia Woolf

7 best short stories by Virginia Woolf
Author: Virginia Woolf
Publisher: Tacet Books
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2020-05-10
Genre: Literary Collections
ISBN: 396858810X

Dive into the mesmerizing world of Virginia Woolf, where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. In this collection, Woolf delicately unravels the threads of human consciousness, capturing fleeting moments, hidden desires, and the profound mysteries of existence. Her masterful use of stream-of-consciousness invites readers to explore haunted houses, lush gardens, and the deepest landscapes of the mind. Each story takes you on a journey where time bends, and the smallest details unlock life's deepest truths. A must-read for those eager to experience life from Woolf's timeless and unique perspective. This collection includes: A Haunted House: A ghostly couple wanders through a house in search of a hidden treasure. As echoes of the past resound, mysteries shroud the house, and its silent shadows hold untold secrets. Kew Gardens: In a vibrant garden, lives intertwine, revealing memories, desires, and hidden secrets, scattered through conversations and nature's slow rhythms. An Unwritten Novel: During a train journey, a woman imagines the life of another passenger. Through silent thoughts and speculative dialogues, she delves into the mysteries of human existence. Solid Objects: After a heated argument, one of two friends becomes fascinated by a piece of glass found on a beach. This obsession with discarded objects transforms his life, diverting him from a once-promising future. The Mark on the Wall: While staring at a mark on the wall, the narrator embarks on a series of reflections about life, time, and perception. What seems simple reveals far more than expected. Mrs. Dalloway in Bond Street: While shopping for gloves, Mrs. Dalloway reflects on life, encounters, and memories, immersed in the pulse of London. Every mundane detail stirs deep recollections. The Lady in the Looking Glass: Isabella's life, reflected in a mirror, appears fascinating and mysterious. But as her image sharpens, the truth about her inner emptiness comes to light.

7 best short stories by Ring Lardner

7 best short stories by Ring Lardner
Author: Ring Lardner
Publisher: Tacet Books
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2020-05-15
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 3967240495

Discover the literary genius of Ring Lardner in "7 Best Short Stories". This book presents a superb selection of the best stories by the renowned American writer, known for his sharp humor and keen observations on everyday life and the world of sports. With unforgettable characters and engaging plots, Lardner captures the complexities and nuances of human relationships and daily experiences. His ability to combine humor and depth offers the reader a unique literary experience, provoking both laughter and reflection. An essential collection for lovers of fine literature, revealing the unparalleled talent of one of the masters of the short story. Check out the stories in this book: - Haircut: a small town's stories are revealed by a barber as he chats with a customer about past events and local characters. - The Golden Honeymoon: a couple celebrates their 50th wedding anniversary with a trip to Florida, facing challenges and rediscovering their connection. - My Roomy: a baseball player recounts the difficulties of sharing a room with a peculiar roommate who interferes with his game performance. - Horseshoes: rivalries and intense competition emerge during a game of horseshoes, reflecting the competitive life and camaraderie among baseball players. - Harmony: amid the tension of the baseball season, the lack of harmony in the team challenges players and coaches to find a balance to win. - Alibi Ike: Frank Farrell, nicknamed "Alibi Ike", is a baseball player famous for his excuses and justifications for every play, good or bad. - Champion: Midge Kelly, a young boxer, faces challenges and personal struggles as he seeks to establish himself as a champion in the boxing world. If you like short stories, check other books of our collection 7 best short stories and get to know amazing writers of all styles.

The Victorian Fairy Tale Book

The Victorian Fairy Tale Book
Author: Michael Patrick Hearn
Publisher: Pantheon
Total Pages: 417
Release: 2012-02-22
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0307814157

From Robert Browning’s The Pied Piper of Hamelin and William Makepeace Thackeray’s The Rose and the Ring to Kenneth Grahme’s The Reluctant Dragon and J. M. Barrie’s Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens, here are seventeen classic stories and poems from the golden age of the English fairy tale. Some of them amuse, some enchant, some satirize and criticize, but each one is an expression of the joy of living. Accompanied by illustrations from the original editions of these works this collection will delight readers both young and old. Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

Forbidden Journeys

Forbidden Journeys
Author: Nina Auerbach
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Total Pages: 381
Release: 1992
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 0226032043

IntroductionPart One: Refashioning Fairy TalesThe Sleeping Beauty in the Wood, Anne Thackeray RitchieBeauty and the Beast, Anne Thackeray RitchieThe Brown Bull of Norrowa, Maria Louisa MolesworthAmelia and the Dwarfs, Juliana Horathia EwingPart Two: SubversionsNick, Christina RossettiChristmas Crackers, Julian Horathia EwingBehind the White Brick, Frances Hodgson BurnettMelisande, or, Long and Short Division, E. NesbitFortunatus Rex amp Co., E. NesbitPart Three: A Fantasy NovelMopsa the Fairy, Jean IngelowPart Four: A Trio of AntifantasiesSpeaking Likenesses, Christina RossettiBiographical SketchesFurther Readings Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Victorians Undone

Victorians Undone
Author: Kathryn Hughes
Publisher: JHU Press
Total Pages: 441
Release: 2018-02
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 142142570X

In lively, accessible prose, Victorians Undone fills the space where the body ought to be, proposing new ways of thinking and writing about flesh in the nineteenth century.

The Oxford Book of Modern Fairy Tales

The Oxford Book of Modern Fairy Tales
Author: Alison Lurie
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 455
Release: 2003-02-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780192803832

This marvelous collection of fairy tales, some moral, some satirical, some bizarre, reflects the popularity and scope of this enduring and versatile genre. Featuring tales written by figures as diverse as Charles Dickens and Ursula Le Guin, this anthology will appeal to the child that exists in every adult.