Fred Markham in Russia; Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar
Fred Markham in Russia; Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar

Author: William Henry Giles Kingston

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-10-04

Total Pages: 211

ISBN-13:

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In 'Fred Markham in Russia; Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar' by William Henry Giles Kingston, readers are taken on an adventurous journey with young Fred Markham as he explores the vast and mysterious country of Russia. The book is written in a vivid and engaging style, capturing the grandeur of the Russian landscape and the unique culture of its people. Through the eyes of Fred Markham, readers are immersed in a world of intrigue, danger, and discovery, making it a thrilling read for both young and adult audiences alike. Set against the backdrop of the Czarist era, the book provides valuable insights into Russian history and society, making it an educational and enlightening read for those interested in the country's past. William Henry Giles Kingston's storytelling is captivating, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as they follow Fred Markham's adventures across the vast Russian expanse. Recommended for anyone with a passion for history, adventure, and a good old-fashioned tale of exploration.

Fred Markham in Russia Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar
Fred Markham in Russia Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar

Author: William Henry Giles Kingston

Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand

Published: 2024-01-03

Total Pages: 184

ISBN-13: 9362202395

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"Fred Markham in Russia: Or, The Boy Travellers in the Land of the Czar" by William Henry Giles Kingston is an enthralling historical fiction novel that follows the adventures of young Fred Markham and his companions as they embark on a journey through the vast expanse of the Russian Empire. Set against the backdrop of the czarist era, the novel captures the spirit of adventure and exploration as the boy travellers delve into the rich culture and history of Russia. As Fred and his friends navigate the unfamiliar terrain, they encounter new discoveries, forge enduring friendships, and gain invaluable insights into the diverse customs and traditions of the Russian people. Their journey is not only one of physical exploration but also of personal growth and education. Through its captivating narrative and vivid descriptions, "Fred Markham in Russia" transports readers to a bygone era, immersing them in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the Russian landscape. It serves as both an engaging adventure story and a valuable educational tool, offering young adults a window into the complexities of Russian history and culture while instilling a sense of curiosity and wonder about the world beyond their own.

The Story of Alice
The Story of Alice

Author: Robert Douglas-Fairhurst

Publisher: Belknap Press

Published: 2016-08-15

Total Pages: 497

ISBN-13: 0674970764

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Following his acclaimed life of Dickens, Robert Douglas-Fairhurst illuminates the tangled history of two lives and two books. Drawing on numerous unpublished sources, he examines in detail the peculiar friendship between the Oxford mathematician Charles Dodgson (Lewis Carroll) and Alice Liddell, the child for whom he invented the Alice stories, and analyzes how this relationship stirred Carroll’s imagination and influenced the creation of Wonderland. It also explains why Alice in Wonderland (1865) and its sequel, Through the Looking-Glass (1871), took on an unstoppable cultural momentum in the Victorian era and why, a century and a half later, they continue to enthrall and delight readers of all ages. The Story of Alice reveals Carroll as both an innovator and a stodgy traditionalist, entrenched in habits and routines. He had a keen double interest in keeping things moving and keeping them just as they are. (In Looking-Glass Land, Alice must run faster and faster just to stay in one place.) Tracing the development of the Alice books from their inception in 1862 to Liddell’s death in 1934, Douglas-Fairhurst also provides a keyhole through which to observe a larger, shifting cultural landscape: the birth of photography, changing definitions of childhood, murky questions about sex and sexuality, and the relationship between Carroll’s books and other works of Victorian literature. In the stormy transition from the Victorian to the modern era, Douglas-Fairhurst shows, Wonderland became a sheltered world apart, where the line between the actual and the possible was continually blurred.