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Mario Vargas Llosa

A Collection of Critical Essays

Edited by Charles Rossman, Alan Warren Friedman ...

The Peruvian Mario Vargas Llosa has been acclaimed throughout the literary world as one of Latin America's finest writers, yet until recently little has been written about his work in English. While his work has the subject of an increasing flow of critical commentary in Spanish and his major novels have been translated into English, this is the first full-scale critical treatment of Vargas Llosa ... Read more

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The Peruvian Mario Vargas Llosa has been acclaimed throughout the literary world as one of Latin America's finest writers, yet until recently little has been written about his work in English. While his work has the subject of an increasing flow of critical commentary in Spanish and his major novels have been translated into English, this is the first full-scale critical treatment of Vargas Llosa
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The Notting Hill Mystery

by Charles Warren Adams ...

'The Nottinghill Mystery' is one of the few detective novels not written from the perspective of a detective. One of its main appeals is that it was written through extracts and court case depositions, and not one long narrative; making the reading feel like they are almost one of the jury delivering their final verdict.Set in the 1840s, insurance broker Ralph Henderson must collect evidence ... Read more

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'The Nottinghill Mystery' is one of the few detective novels not written from the perspective of a detective. One of its main appeals is that it was written through extracts and court case depositions, and not one long narrative; making the reading feel like they are almost one of the jury delivering their final verdict.Set in the 1840s, insurance broker Ralph Henderson must collect evidence
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The Notting Hill Mystery

by Charles Warren Adams ...

Narrated by Peter Wickham ...

Series series British Library Crime Classics
Unabridged

5 hours 29 min

Widely acknowledged as the first detective novel, this story is narrated by insurance investigator Ralph Henderson, who is building a case against the sinister Baron "R**", suspected of murdering his wife in order to obtain significant life insurance payments. Henderson descends into a maze of intrigue including a diabolical mesmerist, kidnapping by gypsies, slow-poisoners, a rich uncle's will and ... Read more

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Widely acknowledged as the first detective novel, this story is narrated by insurance investigator Ralph Henderson, who is building a case against the sinister Baron "R**", suspected of murdering his wife in order to obtain significant life insurance payments. Henderson descends into a maze of intrigue including a diabolical mesmerist, kidnapping by gypsies, slow-poisoners, a rich uncle's will and
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The Second Boy Detectives MEGAPACK®

6 Classic Novels with Boy Sleuths

by George A. Warren, Van Powell, Charles Coombs, Hugh Lloyd ...

The Second Boy Detectives MEGAPACK® presents 6 more novels featuring young sleuths -- tales of the Banner Boy Scouts, Skippy Dare, the Mystery Boys, and more! Included are:THE BANNER BOY SCOUTS MYSTERY, by George A. WarrenYOUNG ATOM DETECTIVE, by Charles CoombsTHE MYSTERY OF THE FIFTEEN SOUNDS, by Van PowellTHE GHOST OF MYSTERY AIRPORT, by Van PowellTHE MYSTERY BOYS AND CAPTAIN KIDD'S MESSAGE, by ... Read more

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The Second Boy Detectives MEGAPACK® presents 6 more novels featuring young sleuths -- tales of the Banner Boy Scouts, Skippy Dare, the Mystery Boys, and more! Included are:THE BANNER BOY SCOUTS MYSTERY, by George A. WarrenYOUNG ATOM DETECTIVE, by Charles CoombsTHE MYSTERY OF THE FIFTEEN SOUNDS, by Van PowellTHE GHOST OF MYSTERY AIRPORT, by Van PowellTHE MYSTERY BOYS AND CAPTAIN KIDD'S MESSAGE, by
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Troy (Unabridged)

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by Charles Williams ...

Narrated by Jared Warren, Antonio Moore, Dana Jackson, Gayle Goad ...

Unabridged

36 min

In Charles Williams' mesmerizing audiobook "Troy (Unabridged)," embark on an epic journey through the mythical city of Troy, where timeless tales of love, betrayal, and war unfold with unparalleled vigor. Williams, a masterful storyteller, weaves a rich tapestry of characters and emotions, breathing life into the legendary figures of Helen, Achilles, and Hector. As the Trojan War rages, listeners ... Read more

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In Charles Williams' mesmerizing audiobook "Troy (Unabridged)," embark on an epic journey through the mythical city of Troy, where timeless tales of love, betrayal, and war unfold with unparalleled vigor. Williams, a masterful storyteller, weaves a rich tapestry of characters and emotions, breathing life into the legendary figures of Helen, Achilles, and Hector. As the Trojan War rages, listeners
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Writ on Water

The Sources and Reach of Film Imagination

by Charles Warren ...

Series series SUNY series, Horizons of Cinema
A powerful and original statement on the nature of film and the intimate relation of "film imagination" to our lives as human beings in the world.This eloquent book draws on the author's responses to a wide range of extraordinary films-"long takes" on Altman's Nashville, Godard's Hail Mary, Makavejev's WR: Mysteries of the Organism, and von Sternberg's Blonde Venus, as well as "short takes" on ... Read more

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A powerful and original statement on the nature of film and the intimate relation of "film imagination" to our lives as human beings in the world.This eloquent book draws on the author's responses to a wide range of extraordinary films-"long takes" on Altman's Nashville, Godard's Hail Mary, Makavejev's WR: Mysteries of the Organism, and von Sternberg's Blonde Venus, as well as "short takes" on
... Read more
Cicero's Tusculan Disputations

Edited by Charles Brittain, James Warren ...

Cicero composed the Tusculan Disputations in the summer of 45 BC at a time of great personal and political turmoil. He was grieving for the death of his daughter Tullia earlier that year, while Caesar's defeat of Pompey's forces at Munda and return to Rome as dictator was causing him great fears and concerns for himself, his friends and the Republic itself. This collection of new essays offers a ... Read more

$106.99 USD

Cicero composed the Tusculan Disputations in the summer of 45 BC at a time of great personal and political turmoil. He was grieving for the death of his daughter Tullia earlier that year, while Caesar's defeat of Pompey's forces at Munda and return to Rome as dictator was causing him great fears and concerns for himself, his friends and the Republic itself. This collection of new essays offers a
... Read more
For the Pleasure of His Company

An Affair of the Misty City, Thrice Told

by Charles Warren Stoddard ...

Series series Q19: The Queer American Nineteenth Century
Charles Warren Stoddard (1843–1909) was, during his life, an acclaimed and prolific writer in multiple genres: poetry, travel sketches, personal memoir, and conversion narrative. His most popular works were dispatches primarily from the South Sea Islands but also extended into Palestine, Egypt, and what would become known as Hawai‘i, most of which were published in the San Francisco Chronicle and ... Read more

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Charles Warren Stoddard (1843–1909) was, during his life, an acclaimed and prolific writer in multiple genres: poetry, travel sketches, personal memoir, and conversion narrative. His most popular works were dispatches primarily from the South Sea Islands but also extended into Palestine, Egypt, and what would become known as Hawai‘i, most of which were published in the San Francisco Chronicle and
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A Nation Dedicated to Religious Liberty

The Constitutional Heritage of the Religion Clauses

by Arlin M. Adams, Charles J. Emmerich, Warren E. Burger ...

Here is a concise overview of the historical development and judicial interpretation of the First Amendment religion clauses. It begins with a survey of the history of American religious liberty, goes on to present the views of the Founding Fathers, and then considers the core value of religious liberty and the constitutional purposes that implement that value.the book ends on a practical note by ... Read more

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Here is a concise overview of the historical development and judicial interpretation of the First Amendment religion clauses. It begins with a survey of the history of American religious liberty, goes on to present the views of the Founding Fathers, and then considers the core value of religious liberty and the constitutional purposes that implement that value.the book ends on a practical note by
... Read more
From Slavery to Community Builder

The Story of Lawrence B. Brown

by Charles B. Warren, Canter Brown ...

What was different about Lawrence Brown, a highly successful business pioneer who lived with his wife and children in a small town in Central Florida? If you met him, your answer might be "Nothing"-until you discovered that Lawrence Brown was a former slave. At a time when Black men were discriminated against, held back, and regarded with fear and suspicion, Brown became a community leader whose ... Read more

$11.99 USD

What was different about Lawrence Brown, a highly successful business pioneer who lived with his wife and children in a small town in Central Florida? If you met him, your answer might be "Nothing"-until you discovered that Lawrence Brown was a former slave. At a time when Black men were discriminated against, held back, and regarded with fear and suspicion, Brown became a community leader whose
... Read more
History of the Byzantine Empire: From the Foundation until the Fall of Constantinople (328-1453)

Enriched edition. The Rise and Decline of the Eastern Roman Empire

by Charles Oman, Colby Warren ...

In 'History of the Byzantine Empire: From the Foundation until the Fall of Constantinople (328-1453)', Charles Oman presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the Byzantine Empire, tracing its development from its beginnings in the fourth century to its eventual downfall in the fifteenth century. Oman's writing style is scholarly and detailed, providing readers with a thorough ... Read more

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In 'History of the Byzantine Empire: From the Foundation until the Fall of Constantinople (328-1453)', Charles Oman presents a comprehensive and meticulously researched account of the Byzantine Empire, tracing its development from its beginnings in the fourth century to its eventual downfall in the fifteenth century. Oman's writing style is scholarly and detailed, providing readers with a thorough
... Read more
The Notting Hill mystery

by Charles Warren Adams ...

"The Notting Hill mystery" is a detective novel written by Charles Warren Adams under the pseudonym of Charles Felix in 1863. Having enjoyed some critical success at the time of its publication, it was totally forgotten and then rediscovered in 2012, when the identity of its author was finally uncovered. Preceding works by Wilkie Collins or Émile Gaboriau, "The Notting Hill mystery" is now ... Read more

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"The Notting Hill mystery" is a detective novel written by Charles Warren Adams under the pseudonym of Charles Felix in 1863. Having enjoyed some critical success at the time of its publication, it was totally forgotten and then rediscovered in 2012, when the identity of its author was finally uncovered. Preceding works by Wilkie Collins or Émile Gaboriau, "The Notting Hill mystery" is now
... Read more

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