From ancient times to the present day, here are indispensable insights on political power and leadership as expressed in the novels, plays, and poetry of the world’s greatest artists and intellectuals. Adapted from a course taught at Harvard by Pulitzer Prize—winning author Robert Coles, Political Leadership features scenes, stories, and speeches that pierce to the core of how and why some lead and others follow.In Felix Holt, the Radical, George Eliot observes that progressive ref...

This book contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names - The Divine Comedy [Dante Alighieri] - Emma [Jane Austen] - Persuasion [Jane Austen] - Pride and Prejudice [Jane Austen] - Father Goriot [Honoré de Balzac] - Jane Eyre [Charlotte Brontë] - The Tenant of Wildfell Hall [Anne Brontë] - Wuthering Heights [Emily Brontë] - The Way of All Flesh [Samuel Butler] - Don Quixote [Miguel de Cervantes] - Heart of Darkness [Joseph Conrad] - Nostromo [Joseph Conrad] - Mo...

The Complete Works of Tolstoy is an extensive compilation that showcases the literary genius of one of the world's most influential authors. This monumental collection encompasses Tolstoy's novels, short stories, essays, and philosophical treatises, reflecting his masterful narrative style and profound moral inquiry. Richly interwoven with themes of existential angst, social justice, and the complexities of human relationships, the works invite readers to engage deeply with the moral quest...

This book contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names:- The Divine Comedy [Dante Alighieri]- Emma [Jane Austen]- Persuasion [Jane Austen]- Pride and Prejudice [Jane Austen]- Father Goriot [Honoré de Balzac]- The Tenant of Wildfell Hall [Anne Brontë]- Jane Eyre [Charlotte Brontë]- Wuthering Heights [Emily Brontë]- The Way of All Flesh [Samuel Butler]- Don Quixote [Miguel de Cervantes]...

Our 51st issue is another strong one one, with four of our acquiring editors finding tales for us. Michael Bracken has an original Bev Vincent mystery, and Barb Goffman has a winner from R.T. Lawton. Cynthia Ward turns the tables on fellow editor Michael Bracken and selects a haunted house story by him! And too-long-absent editor Paul Di Filippo has picked a powerful story by Sheree R. Thomas. Good stuff.As if that’s not enough (which it never is for the Black Cat!), we have gone b...

The Big Book of Christmas Tales gathers an expansive constellation of seasonal writing, ranging from Victorian moral fable and Gothic-tinged wonder to domestic realism, lyric meditation, children's fantasy, comic anecdote, and psychological tale. Its Christmas is not merely sentimental: it is a literary occasion for charity, memory, estrangement, mystery, social conscience, and renewal. Familiar classics stand beside lesser-known narratives, creating a broad historical panorama of how writ...

This book contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!NovelsAlcott, Louisa May: Little WomenAusten, Jane: Pride and PrejudiceAusten, Jane: EmmaBalzac, Honoré de: Father GoriotBarbusse, Henri: The InfernoBrontë, Anne: The Tenant of Wildfell HallBrontë, Charlotte: Jane EyreBrontë, Emily: Wuthering HeightsBurroughs, Edgar Rice: Tarzan of the ApesButler,...

Unlock the World of Timeless Literature!Dive into 50 Masterpieces You Have to Read Before You Die Vol. 2, a carefully curated collection of classic novels that have captivated readers for generations. Now featuring enhanced HTML tables of contents, this ebook offers an unparalleled reading experience, making it easier than ever to navigate and enjoy these literary treasures.Why This Collection Stands Out:Engaging Narratives:

This book contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!NovelsAlcott, Louisa May: Little WomenAusten, Jane: Pride and PrejudiceAusten, Jane: EmmaBalzac, Honoré de: Father GoriotBarbusse, Henri: The InfernoBrontë, Anne: The Tenant of Wildfell HallBrontë, Charlotte: Jane EyreBrontë, Emily: Wuthering HeightsBurroughs, Edgar Rice: Tarzan of the ApesButler, Samuel: The Way of All F...

This book contains now several HTML tables of contents that will make reading a real pleasure!NovelsJerome, Jerome K.: "Three Men in a Boat"Joyce, James: "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man"Joyce, James: "Ulysses"Kingsley, Charles: "The Water-Babies"Kipling, Rudyard: "Kim"La Fayette, Madame de: "The Princess of Clèves"Laclos, Pierre Choderlos de: "Dangerous Liaisons"Lawrence, D. H.: "Sons...

Continue your journey through the world's most enduring literary masterpieces. 50 Masterpieces You Have to Read Before You Die Vol. 2 brings together another diverse selection of classic works by influential authors from different eras and literary traditions. From romantic stories and dramatic novels to gripping adventures, mysterious tales, philosophical works, and unforgettable explorations of human nature, this collection offers a rich variety of classic reading in one volume. Across t...

Embark on a literary adventure with 50 Masterpieces You Have to Read Before You Die Vol. 2!Experience the joy of diving into timeless tales from literary giants like James Joyce, D.H. Lawrence, and Leo Tolstoy. This expertly curated collection features 50 novels that have shaped our world, spanning genres from adventure and romance to gothic horror and social commentary.Lose yourself in coming-of-age stories, thrill...