Russian literature in the short story form, penned by the masters.A unique edition: beautifully formatted with optimized, easy-to-read fonts; annotated with additional content; includes a functional Table of Contents. Contains the following stories: THE QUEEN OF SPADES A.S. Pushkin THE CLOAK N.V. Gogol THE DISTRICT DOCTOR I.S. Turgenev THE CHRISTMAS TREE AND THE WEDDING F.M. Dostoyevsky

"Original Short Stories -- Volume 11" by Guy de Maupassant showcases the author's exceptional talent for crafting compelling narratives that delve into the complexities of human nature. Maupassant, known for his keen observations and vivid characterizations, presents a collection of stories that explore themes of love, betrayal, and the intricacies of social interactions. Each tale is a testament to his ability to evoke emotion and provoke thought, making readers reflect on their own exper...

First published in 1873, Alcott's semi-autobiographical novel follows the life experiences of Christie Devon, which begin before and conclude after the American Civil War. An enthusiastic, well-rounded, and independently-minded young woman, she sets out from her uncle's house determined to find meaningful work and a sense of self-fulfillment. The series of jobs she performs, from alternately being a maid, an actress, and a governess, to being a companion and later a seamstress, gently conv...

As well as editing the famous Fairy Books, Andrew Lang created a diverse oeuvre of short story collections, novels, poetry and a scholarly corpus of essays and non-fiction books. This Delphi edition offers a comprehensive range of Lang’s prolific works, with thousands of beautiful illustrations, as well as the usual bonus texts.Features:* the complete Fairy Books, all fully-illustrated with their original Victorian artwork first time in digital print* special contents...

The Jacket (The Star-Rover) by Jack London.

Immerse yourself in the incredible life of Alexander the Great with this engaging biography by Jacob Abbott. Follow the epic journey of this legendary conqueror as he forges an empire, leaves an indelible mark on history, and becomes one of the most influential figures of all time. A captivating biography of a legendary conqueror!Highlights:Jacob Abbott's riveting biography of Alexander the Great, filled with fascinating details and historical insight...

For over a hundred and fifty years, the essays, poetry and journals of the leading transcendentalist Henry David Thoreau have won the admiration of readers, due to the author’s natural observation, symbolic meanings, poetic sensibility, philosophical austerity and practical detail. This comprehensive eBook presents the complete published works of Henry David Thoreau, with numerous illustrations, informative introductions and the largest collection of journals available to eReaders. (Versio...