"The Country House (with Designs)" is a remarkable work that explores the architectural and aesthetic principles of country house design. Authored by Alexis de Chateauneuf and illustrated by Sir Charles Lock Eastlake, the book serves as both a guide and an inspiration for those interested in the art of creating elegant rural residences. It delves into the harmony between nature and architecture, emphasizing the importance of integrating the surrounding landscape into the design of a countr...

A groundbreaking text on colour theory, Goethe's seminal work challenges Newtonian theories to explore the human experience and subjective nature of colour.First published in 1810 as Zur Farbenlehre, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's classic work took a pioneering approach to colour science, exploring the interplay of light and shadow, the emotional effects of colours and their dynamic relationships. Thoroughly detailed and highly illustrated, The Theory of...

The Country House (with Designs) elegantly captures the grandeur and intricacies of country living through a rich tapestry of essays, sketches, and architectural insights. This anthology delves into the aesthetic and cultural significance of country houses, offering a multifaceted exploration of their design and legacy. The collection traverses diverse literary styles, from erudite treatises on landscape architecture to evocative narratives capturing the soul of rural escapades. Standout p...

The Ghost of Jerry Bundler is a comedic supernatural drama based on the short story by W. W. Jacobs, later adapted for the stage by Charles Rock in 1901. The play revolves around Jerry Bundler, a practical and somewhat cynical man who is skeptical of ghost stories and supernatural occurrences. Jerry’s skepticism is put to the test when he finds himself in a seemingly haunted house, where he is confronted by the ghost of a former acquaintance. As the events unfold, Jerry's rational explanat...

In "The Essential Works of Goethe," the illustrious German writer Johann Wolfgang von Goethe presents a masterful compilation of his literary contributions, which encompass poetry, drama, philosophy, and scientific writings. Richly woven with the threads of Romanticism and Enlightenment thought, this anthology showcases Goethe's profound explorations of human existence, the nuances of love, nature's beauty, and the quest for self-knowledge. His eloquent prose and vivid imagery invite reade...

This book deals with historical consciousness and its artistic expressions in contemporary Greece since 1989 from the point of view that contemporary Greeks have been faced with the contradictions between on the one hand a glorious, world-famous yet distant past and, on the other, a traumatic contemporary history of wars, expulsions, civil strife and political and economic crises. Such clashes of imaginary identifications and collective traumas call for interpretations not only from histor...

Bloomsbury presents The Politics of Aesthetics by Jacques Ranciere, read by Charles Armstrong.The Politics of Aesthetics rethinks the relationship between art and politics, reclaiming "aesthetics" from the narrow confines it is often reduced to. Jacques Rancière reveals its intrinsic link to politics by analysing what they both have in common: the delimitation of the visible and the invisible, the audible and the inaudible, the thinkable and the unthinkable, the possible a...

Hailed by the Western Writers of America as one of the top twenty-five Westerns ever written: The harrowing story of an innocent young man pursued across west Texas by a relentless posseA crack shot more skilled with a rifle than are men twice his age, eighteen-year-old Tot Lohman has no intention of using his genius for evil. But when a fight erupts at a schoolhouse dance, Lohman is forced to defend himself, and a young rancher named Shorty Boyd winds up dead. The ...

Persephone Books' bestselling author Dorothy Whipple's third novel (1932) was the choice of the Book Society in the summer of that year. Hugh Walpole wrote: ‘To put it plainly, in Dorothy Whipple's picture of a quite ordinary family before and after the war there is some of the best creation of living men and women that we have had for a number of years in the English novel. She is a novelist of true importance.'

First published in German in 1810, this detailed volume was translated from the German by Charles Lock Eastlake and, in six parts, examines every aspect of Goethe’s theory of colours, including psychological colours, chemical colours, the moral effect of colour, minerals, plants, insects, mammals and a multitude of further subjects.

"Tobacco: Growing, Curing, & Manufacturing" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate processes involved in tobacco cultivation and production. Edited by Charles G. Warnford Lock, this book offers valuable insights into the agricultural practices necessary for successful tobacco farming. It covers various aspects, including soil preparation, planting techniques, and pest management, ensuring that both novice and experienced growers can benefit from its detailed information. T...

In 'The Life and Work of Goethe', Johann Wolfgang von Goethe's remarkable life and literary achievements are intricately explored. This scholarly work delves into the pioneering literary style of Goethe, highlighting his profound influence on German romanticism and the European literary landscape. The book analyzes the thematic richness of Goethe's works, including his renowned play 'Faust' and influential novel 'The Sorrows of Young Werther', providing insightful interpretations and criti...