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  • Iermola

    "Iermola" follows the life of the titular character, Iermola, from his humble beginnings through various stages of personal growth and development. The novel delves into themes of hardship, resilience, and the human spirit's capacity to overcome adversity.Early Life and Background: The novel likely begins with a depiction of Iermola's early life, marked by poverty and struggle. His background and ... Read more

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  • Iermola

    The events which are here related took place in Wolhynian Poland, in that little corner of the earth, happily overlooked, where up to the present time neither great highways nor roads frequented by carriages are to be seen,--a land remote, almost lost, where the antique modesty, simplicity, innocence, and poverty of past ages are still preserved. I do not mean by this to say that all human vices ... Read more

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  • The Jew

    On a warm afternoon in the autumn of 1860 the best, or rather the only, inn of Sestri-Ponente was full of people. Firpo, the host of the Albergo e Trattoria della Grotta, was little accustomed to such a crowd, except on Sundays and fête-days. As this was only a simple Thursday, his sunburnt cheeks reflected a smile of satisfaction. Sestri-Ponente is situated an hour's distance from Genoa, on the ... Read more

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  • Count Brühl

    One beautiful autumn day, towards sunset, the last flourishes of a trumpet calling the huntsmen together, resounded through a forest of beech trees. The group of court huntsmen passed along the wide highway that divided this ancient wilderness, accompanied by men armed with boar-spears and carrying nets; the horsemen wore green dresses with gold braid, and hats ornamented with black feathers: in ... Read more

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  • COUNT BRÜHL

    Historical Setting: The novel is set in 18th-century Saxony, a time marked by political intrigue, economic challenges, and shifting alliances within the European courts. It captures the political landscape of the time and the influential figures who shaped it.Main Character: Heinrich von Brühl is the central figure of the novel. His rise from relatively humble beginnings to become one of the most ... Read more

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  • The Countess Cosel: A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong

    "The Countess Cosel" is set in the early 18th century and revolves around the life of Anna Constantia von Brockdorff, better known as Countess Cosel, who was a mistress of Augustus II the Strong, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony.Historical Setting: The novel is set during the reign of Augustus the Strong, a period marked by political intrigue, courtly opulence, and shifting alliances. The ... Read more

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  • The Countess Cosel: A Romance of History of the Times of Augustus the Strong

    Joseph J. Kraszewski was born in Russian Poland in 1812. He came of a noble and once wealthy family. His parents quitting their estates during the war between France and Russia, the boy was left in the care of his grandparents on his mother's side. From these he first acquired a taste for literature and art. In his eleventh year, Kraszewski was sent to the College at Biala, where he remained until ... Read more

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  • The Jew

    "The Jew" follows the life of a Jewish protagonist within the context of Polish society. The narrative explores the interactions between Jewish and non-Jewish communities, highlighting the social dynamics, prejudices, and cultural exchanges that occur.Character Focus: The story centers around a Jewish character (often depicted as a merchant or someone involved in trade), detailing their personal ... Read more

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  • Iermola

    Enriched edition.

    Józef Ignacy Kraszewski's novel "Iermola" explores the intricate intertwining of personal and political identity within the backdrop of 19th-century Eastern Europe. This narrative unfolds through rich, vivid descriptions and a keen psychological insight that characterizes Kraszewski's literary style. The book delves into themes of national struggle, the complexities of love, and the search for ... Read more

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  • Iermola

    Enriched edition. A Tale of Freedom and Rebellion in the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth

    In "Iermola," Józef Ignacy Kraszewski delves into the intricate tapestry of Polish identity through the lens of historical fiction. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 19th century, this novel masterfully intertwines vivid characterizations with a poignant exploration of personal and national struggles. Kraszewski's narrative style, marked by its lyrical prose and deep psychological ... Read more

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  • Chinese fairy tales

    Forty stories told by almond-eyed folk (Illustrated edition)

    Series series Animedia picture books for kids
    The e-book “Chinese fairy tales: forty stories told by almond-eyed folk” (Illustrated edition) is a fabulous compilation of the Chinese fairy and folk tales, collected and narrated by Adele Marion Fielde (1839-1916) in1893, who is also famous for “A Corner of Cathay,” “Dictionary of the Swatow Dialect,” “Pagoda Shadows.”The “Animedia Company” e-book edition (2013) contains 25 original black-and ... Read more

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