Ovid’s famous mock epic—a treasury of myth and magic that is one of the greatest literary works of classical antiquity—is rendered into fluidly poetic English by world-renowned translator Allen Mandelbaum.Roman poet Ovid’s dazzling cycle of tales begins with the creation of the world and ends with the deification of Caesar Augustus. In between is a glorious panoply of the most famous myths and legends of the ancient Greek and Roman world—from Echo’s passion for Narcissus to Pygmali...

Distinguished poet Horace Gregory has selected thirty-seven of Longfellow's most enduring poems for this edition, the only paperback of Longfellow's poetry in print.

**Since it was first published, American Gods became an instant classic.**Now discover the mystery and majesty of AmericanGods in this beautiful reissue of the Author'sPreferred Text edition. Featuring a new preface by Neil Gaiman in honor of the novel's 20th anniversary, this commemorative volume is a true celebrationof a modern masterpiece.Locked behind bars for three years, Shadow did his t...

Les Misérables, Victor Hugo's timeless novel of income inequality and financial desperation in the face of an uncaring world is as timely today as it was when he first wrote it. Love and dispar mingle in this novel about the poorest class, the wretched poor, in Paris during the June Rebellion. Strong and powerful, one of the best novels ever written. This unabridged edition brings you all emotional impact that has captivated audiences for more than a century. Les Misérables has been transl...

This deluxe edition of the world's most beloved, bestselling classic on Greek, Roman, and Norse mythology is stunningly illustrated with specially commissioned full-color plates and a beautiful gold-bordered pages.Since its original publication in 1942, Edith Hamilton's Mythology has sold millions of copies throughout the world and established itself as a perennial bestseller. For nearly 80 years, readers have chosen Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes...

Carol Milford is a young, educated urban woman with hopes, dreams and aspirations. But Carol marries doctor Will Kennicott and ends up in a small town in American Midwest where she struggles to either fit in or drag the local burghers into the modern era. Main Street is a great American novel, and a major reason why Sinclair Lewis was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature.

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Afternoon In FebruaryApril DayArrow And The SongArsenal At SpringfieldAuf Wiederseh...

Heroes, Gods and Monsters in Ancient Greek Mythology' is a collection of classic archetypal Ancient Greek myths, including the stories of Jason, Perseus, Odysseus, Heracles, Oedipus and Theseus, and many more dark and delirious, famous Ancient Greek myths. These stories, which have had a great influence on thinkers throughout the centuries, inform popular culture even today. Here they are told as if by a fireside storyteller, detailing the horrific perils these heroes faced. A historical i...

Famous for his poems ‘Paul Revere's Ride’ and ‘The Song of Hiawatha’, the Fireside Poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was one of the most successful American writers of his day, enjoying success overseas as well as at home. The Delphi Poets Series offers readers the works of literature’s finest poets, with superior formatting. This volume presents the complete works of America’s beloved poet, with beautiful illustrations and the usual Delphi bonus material.* Beautifully illustrated wi...

THE ODYSSEY is now a major motion picture from Academy Award-winning director Christopher NolanHomer’s great epic The Odyssey—one of Western literature’s most enduring and important works—translated by Richmond Lattimore“A splendid achievement. . . the best translation there is of a great, perhaps the greatest, poet.” — New York Times Book ReviewA classic for the ages, The Odyssey is the m...