Originally curated by Harvard President Charles W. Eliot as a complete liberal education in fifty volumes, the Harvard Classics gathers philosophy, science, literature, and history into a single indispensable library. Plato's dialogues and Marcus Aurelius's meditations sit alongside Dante's Divine Comedy, Francis Bacon's essays, Charles Darwin's scientific writing, and Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, tracing the foundations of Western thought from ancient Greece to the modern age. Homer...

What if a lifetime library could fit into a single collection? The Complete Harvard Classics and Shelf of Fiction unites two of the most respected literary collections ever assembled. Curated to provide a full education through reading, this monumental anthology brings together the finest works of philosophy, history, poetry, drama, science, and fiction from the world's greatest thinkers and storytellers. The Harvard Classics offer essential nonfiction and literary masterpieces that shaped...

We rely on your support to help us keep producing beautiful, free, and unrestricted editions of literature for the digital age. Will you support our efforts with a donation ? John Webster was a later contemporary of Shakespeare , and The Duchess of Malfi , Webster's best known play, is considered among the best of the period. It appears to have been first performed in 1612–13 at the Blackfriars before moving on to the larger and more famous Globe Theatre, and was later published in 1623. T...

John Webster's The Tragedy of the Dutchesse of Malfy is a dark and powerful masterpiece of Jacobean drama, renowned for its intense exploration of ambition, corruption, and the destructive nature of power. First performed in the early 17th century, this tragedy stands as one of the most gripping and psychologically complex works of English Renaissance theatre, blending horror, suspense, and poetic eloquence in a tale of love, betrayal, and vengeance. The play tells the story of the young a...

The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burn...

The original Harvard Classics Collection contains 51 volumes of the essential works of world literature, showing the progress of man from antics to modern age. In this edition, the original collection is supplemented with the 20 volume Harvard Shelf of Fiction, a selection of the greatest works of fiction. Content: The Harvard Classics: V. 1: Franklin, Woolman & Penn V. 2: Plato, Epictetus & Marcus Aurelius V. 3: Bacon, Milton, Browne V. 4: John Milton V. 5: R. W. Emerson V. 6: Robert Burn...

This 1st volume of contains the following 50 works, arranged alphabetically by authors' last names: Alcott, Louisa May: Little Women Austen, Jane: Pride and Prejudice Austen, Jane: Emma Balzac, Honoré de: Father Goriot Barbusse, Henri: The Inferno Brontë, Anne: The Tenant of Wildfell Hall Brontë, Charlotte: Jane Eyre Brontë, Emily: Wuthering Heights Burroughs, Edgar Rice: Tarzan of the Apes Butler, Samuel: The Way of All Flesh Carroll, Lewis: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland Cather, Willa:...

The White Devil is a Jacobean tragedy by John Webster that explores themes of corruption, vengeance, and the complexities of human nature. The play centers around the ambitious and morally ambiguous characters of Vittoria Corombona and her lover, the Duke of Brachiano, who are both entangled in a web of betrayal and murder. Vittoria is a beautiful and intelligent woman, whose marriage to the older, wealthy but less desirable Duke of Arianna is one of convenience rather than love. However, ...

Webster & Tourneur is a reference to the dramatic works of two prominent Jacobean playwrights: John Webster and Cyril Tourneur, who were known for their dark, tragic plays that explore themes of revenge, corruption, and moral decay. The two playwrights shared a penchant for the macabre, and their works often depict characters grappling with their desires for power, vengeance, and the consequences of moral corruption.John Webster’s most famous plays, The Duchess of Malfi and The White Devil...

The Harvard Classics Shelf presents an unparalleled literary voyage that spans centuries and continents, uniting the canonical giants of Western thought with influential literary voices. This anthology showcases an array of genres and styles—from philosophical dissertations and theatrical masterpieces to poignant essays and heralded novels. The collection is a testament to the enduring power of the human mind, comprising remarkable pieces such as Plato's profound dialogues, Shakespeare's t...

The 'Harvard Classics: Complete 51-Volume Anthology' stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of intellectual, philosophical, and literary thought spanning centuries and continents. With a vast array of genres from drama to philosophy, poetry to essays, the collection encapsulates the brilliance of humankind's enduring quest for knowledge and understanding. It seamlessly blends the works of timeless authors such as Shakespeare, Plato, and Darwin, ensuring a diverse literary experience. T...

The Complete Harvard Classics - ALL 71 Volumes is an unparalleled anthology that marries an expansive range of literary styles with a profound dedication to educational enrichment. This collection transcends time with works spanning from the profound dialogues of ancient philosophers to the groundbreaking narratives of modern literature. It encompasses a spectrum of genres, including philosophy, poetry, epics, essays, and historical narratives, thereby providing a comprehensive view of the...