The Finger of Destiny and Other Stories
The Finger of Destiny and Other Stories

Author: Edmund Snell

Publisher:

Published: 2014-03-05

Total Pages: 244

ISBN-13: 9781605437194

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John Pelan introduces this hard to find classic from Edmund Snell. For decades it's been sought after as a novel of Borneo, but it's actually a collection of somewhat related short stories by an author who knew quite a bit about the exotic lands he wrote about, in this case, Borneo. To help you visualize the setting of the stories, Ramble House artist, Gavin L. O'Keefe, has produced a wonderful mapback cover for the book. And to top it off, John has added another short story to the dozen previously found in the book, "The Black Spider." THE FINGER OF DESTINY THE MAGIC MOSQUITO THE GIFT OF THE GOD WAY BACK THE CHANCE FATE'S INSTRUMENT COULSON AND THE KERBAU THE MAN WHO STOLE THE HEAD THE CURE OF KOOMANIS LONELY VALLEY THE TERMS OF THE CONTRACT HARI BESAR

The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories
The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories

Author: Anton Pavlovich Chekhov

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-10-25

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13:

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Step into the world of Anton Pavlovich Chekhov with his exquisite collection, The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories." This remarkable anthology captures the intricacies of human emotions and relationships, showcasing Chekhov's unparalleled ability to observe and illuminate the human condition. In these stories, Chekhov deftly intertwines love, longing, and the nuances of everyday life. Each tale reveals the complexity of human nature, compelling readers to ponder: What hidden desires and unspoken truths lie beneath the surface of our interactions?Through masterfully crafted characters and evocative settings, Chekhov invites you to explore the depths of intimacy, solitude, and the bittersweet nature of existence. His keen insight and lyrical prose breathe life into ordinary moments, transforming them into profound reflections on life and love. Are you ready to delve into the poignant tales that have captivated readers for generations? Chekhov’s narratives will resonate with your heart and mind, urging you to consider the delicate balance between joy and sorrow in our lives.Immerse yourself in this timeless collection that not only showcases Chekhov's literary genius but also speaks to the universal truths that bind us all. The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories is a celebration of the human experience that will leave you reflecting long after the last page is turned. Seize the opportunity to explore the intricacies of love and life through Chekhov's eyes. Purchase The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories today and embark on a journey of emotional discovery!

In the Ravine & Other Stories
In the Ravine & Other Stories

Author: Anton Chekhov

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Published: 2019-09-05

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1529013186

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Anton Chekhov was one of the world’s most accomplished short-story writers and this collection displays the breadth and variety of his genius. Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library, a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold-foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. In the Ravine & Other Stories are translated by Constance Garnett and selected and introduced by novelist Paul Bailey. Chekhov had an incomparable ability to write about the seemingly every day with insight, humour and compassion. His characters are brilliantly drawn, from the church warden who’s convinced his wife’s a witch because strangers arrive on the doorstep whenever there’s a storm, to the wronged wife who confronts her husband’s chorus-girl lover, to the melancholy school teacher who imagines how her life might have been.

SHASHI DESHPANDE AS SHORT STORY WRITER: A STUDY
SHASHI DESHPANDE AS SHORT STORY WRITER: A STUDY

Author: Dr Shankar Kodadur

Publisher: Lulu.com

Published: 2018-05-26

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1387731947

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Literature is the reflection of the society. George Eliot says that literature holds mirror to the life. It is recognized as one of the fine arts like music, art, painting and architecture etc since the times of Aristotle. The literature is divided into three divisions- poetry, prose and drama. Poetry includes the epic, song, lyric, sonnet, ode, narrative poems, elegy etc.

The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories
The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories

Author: Anton Chekhov

Publisher: Graphic Arts Books

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 138

ISBN-13: 1513272519

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The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories (1917) is a collection of nine stories by Russian writer Anton Chekhov. Recognized today as foundational for the development of the modern short story, Anton Chekhov has transcended Russian literature to become one of the most popular and acclaimed authors in history, in any language. This collection includes “The Lady with the Dog,” a meditative tale of forbidden desire and the frailty of hope described by Vladimir Nabokov as “one of the greatest stories ever written” despite breaking “[a]ll the traditional rules” of storytelling. The title story of the collection follows Dmitri Gurov, a married middle-aged man who falls in love with a young newlywed while on vacation in Yalta. The woman he desires, Anna Sergeyevna, is also unhappy with her marriage, and soon the two spend their days together before Anna decides to go home to her husband. Back in Moscow, Gurov—a man who has had many affairs—finds himself unable to shake the memory of Anna, and longs for the chance to see her once more. In “A Doctor’s Visit,” a young doctor named Korlyov journeys to the home of a recently deceased industrialist, where he has been called to care for the frail heiress Liza. There, he finds himself beset with dark thoughts and even darker visions, and soon discovers that the cure for Liza’s illness may be far beyond his skill. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Anton Chekhov’s The Lady with the Dog and Other Stories is a classic of Russian literature reimagined for modern readers.

Jump and Other Stories
Jump and Other Stories

Author: Nadine Gordimer

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 2012-03-15

Total Pages: 273

ISBN-13: 1408832631

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In this collection of sixteen stories, Gordimer brings unforgettable characters from every corner of society to life: a child refugee fleeing civil war in Mozambique; a black activist's deserted wife longing for better times; a rich safari party indulging themselves while lionesses circle their lodge. Jump is a vivid, disturbing and rewarding portrait of life in South Africa under apartheid.

To Nun with Love and Other Stories
To Nun with Love and Other Stories

Author: Shiv Kumar Kumar

Publisher: Orient Blackswan

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 148

ISBN-13: 9788125021933

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These Are Well-Crafted Stories Of Love, Loss And Betrayal, Of The Private Secrets And Fantasies Of Ordinary Men And Women. Vigorous, Insouciant And Original, The Stories Are Poignant And Wickedly Funny. They Also Reveal The Author S Deep Compassion For Human Frailities.

Encyclopedia of Post-Colonial Literatures in English
Encyclopedia of Post-Colonial Literatures in English

Author: Eugene Benson

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-11-30

Total Pages: 2597

ISBN-13: 1134468474

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Post-Colonial Literatures in English, together with English Literature and American Literature, form one of the three major groupings of literature in English, and, as such, are widely studied around the world. Their significance derives from the richness and variety of experience which they reflect. In three volumes, this Encyclopedia documents the history and development of this body of work and includes original research relating to the literatures of some 50 countries and territories. In more than 1,600 entries written by more than 600 internationally recognized scholars, it explores the effect of the colonial and post-colonial experience on literatures in English worldwide.

The Kingdom of Beautiful Colours and Other Stories
The Kingdom of Beautiful Colours and Other Stories

Author: Isabel Wyatt

Publisher: Floris Books

Published: 2020-04-30

Total Pages: 120

ISBN-13: 1782507027

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'Once upon a time there was a kingdom of beautiful colours. In the middle of it stood a cloud mountain, and from the top of the cloud mountain you looked down on a wonderful rainbow, shining green and blue and yellow.'_x000D_ The King must go on a long journey, so asks his four sons to care for the kingdom of beautiful colours. But the youngest prince has his own ideas about how that should be done..._x000D_ The Kingdom of Beautiful Colours is just one of seven wonderful tales in this collection by master storyteller Isabel Wyatt. The stories are full of ivory towers, great forests, golden lands and the star of the sea, which will inspire and enchant any child._x000D_ Suitable for children aged nine and up, this is a classic collection from the author of The Seven-Year-Old Wonder Book. A new revised edition, previously published as The Book of Fairy Princes.