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  • Some Limericks

    THIS book is not intended to be representative of Chinese literature as a whole. I have chosen and arranged chronologically various pieces which interested me and which it seemed possible to translate adequately. An account of the history and technique of Chinese poetry will be found in the introduction to my last book. [*1] Learned reviewers must not suppose that I have failed to appreciate the ... Read more

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  • Old Calabria

    "Old Calabria" by Norman Douglas is a captivating exploration of the southern Italian region of Calabria, known for its rugged landscapes and rich cultural heritage. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Douglas paints a portrait of a land steeped in history, tradition, and the complexities of rural life. His observations reveal the beauty and challenges faced by the locals, as well ... Read more

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  • Fountains In The Sand

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    Norman Douglas's Tunisian journey begins as a search for the southern oases of Gafsa, Tozeur, and Nefta, but the country quickly overturns his expectations. Drawn off the usual route and onto a bleak inland railway, he encounters cold winds, ruined Roman remains, phosphate mines, bureaucratic absurdities, and the hard improvisations of frontier life before finally reaching Gafsa by mule cart. ... Read more

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  • South Wind

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    Bishop Thomas Heard reaches the Mediterranean island of Nepenthe already defeated by seasickness, irritation, and the humiliations of travel. The island first appears as a misty promise, then as a sunlit society where religion, gossip, and ritual mingle with comic precision. Heard is quickly drawn into a world of sharp contrasts: the flashy, cynical Mr. Muhlen, whose polished ease repels him; the ... Read more

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  • Old Calabria

    Restored Classics to Go Edition

    Norman Douglas's Old Calabria turns southern Italy into a landscape where beauty, history, and decay are inseparable. In Lucera, he finds a hill town of quiet dignity: clean streets, a modest garden, a cypress cemetery, and above all the Suabian castle, whose walls, relics, and legends preserve the memory of Frederick II, Manfred, and the town's remarkable Saracen past. Douglas's amused satire ... Read more

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  • South Wind (Summarized Edition)

    Enriched edition. A lush Mediterranean portrait of exile, introspective hedonism, island life, and complex, eccentric souls in a philosophical romance

    South Wind (1917) unfolds on the sun-struck island of Nepenthe, a scarcely veiled Capri, where the sirocco's languor dissolves imported certainties. Through the visit of Bishop Thomas Heard and a gallery of expatriates, sensualists, and savants, Douglas orchestrates a novel of talk rather than plot, its energies residing in crystalline description, epigrammatic dialogue, and sly classical allusion ... Read more

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  • Old Calabria: Travels Through Historic Rural Italy at the Turn of the 20th Century

    First published in 1915, written by Norman Douglas (1868 – 1952). Travel author Norman Douglas shares his experiences and photographs of Calabria, a beautiful and historic yet secluded region of rural Italy, as it was at the turn of the 20th century. A wonderful guide to a region home to breathtaking landscapes and ancient ruins, Old Calabria contains many details of the region and is described ... Read more

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  • Fountains in the Sand: Rambles Among the Oases of Tunisia

    "Fountains in the Sand: Rambles Among the Oases of Tunisia" by Norman Douglas is a captivating travel narrative that explores the enchanting landscapes and rich cultures of Tunisia. Douglas, with his keen observational skills and poetic prose, takes readers on a journey through the arid deserts and lush oases, painting vivid pictures of the scenery and the people he encounters. His reflections on ... Read more

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  • South Wind

    "South Wind" is a satirical and humorous novel that is set on the fictional Mediterranean island of Nepenthe. The story revolves around the eccentric and diverse group of characters living on the island, including artists, writers, expatriates, and various other colorful individuals. The island itself is described as a paradise, and the novel explores the lifestyle and personalities of its ... Read more

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  • Fountains in the Sand: Rambles Among the Oases of Tunisia (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Edwardian Travels Through Tunisian Oases, Desert Ruins, and Colonial North Africa

    Fountains in the Sand: Rambles Among the Oases of Tunisia is a refined example of early twentieth-century travel literature, combining itinerary, antiquarian curiosity, natural observation, and sharply etched social commentary. Douglas moves through the Tunisian south with an eye for the physical drama of desert oases—water, palms, ruins, heat, and habitation—while placing these scenes within ... Read more

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  • South Wind

    South Wind is a novel by British writer Norman Douglas, first published in 1917. The novel is set on the fictional island of Nepenthe, located in the Mediterranean Sea, and follows the lives of the island's eccentric residents and visitors.The novel is known for its vivid descriptions of the island and its inhabitants, as well as its satirical and often irreverent tone. The book's portrayal of sex ... Read more

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  • Alone

    Alone explores the author’s introspective journey through personal reflections and observations during a tumultuous period following the Great War. The narrative delves into the disillusionment and nostalgia felt by individuals in a post-war world, as they seek purpose and meaning amid the chaos. The book highlights the internal conflict of solitude and the quest for identity in a changing world. ... Read more

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