A vigilante on the run after killing a corrupt and powerful man seeks shelter in your tiny apartment, and together you reach the peaks of pain and pleasure.

O King of the Age, as thou biddest me re-tell the strangest adventure of Sindbad the Sailor in all his marvellous voyages, I will name it without hesitation: it is that of Sindbad's fifth voyage, wherein he was in fearful peril from that great bird, the rukh, and afterwards was ridden almost to the point of death by the Old Man of the Sea.But first let me call to thy recollection how Sindbad the Sailor came to tell his story to Sindbad the Landsman, for h...

Prepare to be chilled to the bone with this spine-tingling collection of short ghost and horror stories. From the eerie tales of Ambrose Bierce to the unsettling narratives of other masters of the macabre, this anthology will keep you on the edge of your seat. Experience the supernatural in all its terrifying glory as you delve into these haunting tales of the unknown.

The child is neither an adult miniature nor an immature human being: at each age, it expresses specific abilities that optimize adaptation to its environment and development of new acquisitions. Diseases in children cover all specialties encountered in adulthood, and neurology involves a particularly large area, ranging from the brain to the striated muscle, the generation and functioning of which require half the genes of the whole genome and a majority of mitochondrial ones. Human being ...

These 4 perennial children’s favourites, retold here in full by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, are exquisitely illustrated by master illustrator Edmund Dulac. Herein you will find 12 full page colour plates plus 5 BnW vignettes which breathe life into these well-known stories, vibrant enough to really fire the imagination of any young person anywhere.The stories in this volume are:The Sleeping BeautyBlue BeardCinderellaBeauty And The BeastWe invite yo...

‘The Dreamer of Dreams’ was originally penned by ‘Marie, The Queen of Roumania’, and is presented here, alongside the splendid illustrations of Edmund Dulac. The book starts with the enigmatic phrase, ‘And I dream in my waking dreams, and deep in the dreams of sleep’ – and continues in this fantastical vein. The story tells of a beautiful young artist who dreams a pair of enchanting eyes – and gives up all his work in order to find them. The pervading pathos and melancholy of the story ens...

One of the most influential (and most prolific) illustrators of children's books during the early twentieth century, Edmund Dulac brought countless fairy tales to life through his distinct artistic style, subtle use of color, and fanciful compositions. This archive of masterworks by the renowned illustrator — all reproduced from rare early editions — contains 55 of his most beguiling images.Included are exquisite illustrations for "The Sleeping Beauty," "Cinderella," "The Snow Queen...

In this volume, Laurence Housman, retells 6 of the most popular tales from 1001 Arabian Nights. While there are only 6 tales in this volume, they are brought to life with 50 lavishly illustrated images by the famous illustrator Edmund Dulac. The six tales are:The Fisherman And The GenieThe Story Of The King Of The Ebony IslesAli Baba And The Forty ThievesThe Story Of The Magic HorseThe Story Of The Wicked Half-BrothersThe Stor...

The child is neither an adult miniature nor an immature human being: at each age, it expresses specific abilities that optimize adaptation to its environment and development of new acquisitions. Diseases in children cover all specialties encountered in adulthood, and neurology involves a particularly large area, ranging from the brain to the striated muscle, the generation and functioning of which require half the genes of the whole genome and a majority of mitochondrial ones. Human being ...

Example in this ebookACT ISCENE IOn a ship at sea: a tempestuous noise of thunder and lightning heard.Enter a Ship-Master and a Boatswain.Mast. Boatswain!Boats. Here, master: what cheer?Mast. Good, speak to the mariners: fall to't, yarely, or we run ourselves aground: bestir, bestir.[Exit.Enter Mariners.Boats. Heigh, my hearts! cheerly, cheerly, my hearts! yare, ...

In "Edmund Dulac's Fairy-Book," readers can expect to find a selection of enchanting stories from different cultures, each accompanied by Dulac's exquisite illustrations. The collection likely includes fairy tales from France, Belgium, Russia, and other allied nations, showcasing the rich diversity of folklore and storytelling traditions across Europe and beyond.Dulac's illustrations are known for their intricate detail, vibrant colors, and evocative imagery, adding depth and visual appeal...

The old wife sang merrily as she sat in the inglenook stirring the soup, for she had never felt so sad. Many, many years had come and gone, leaving the weight of their winters on her shoulders and the touch of snow on her hair without ever bringing her a little child. This made her and her dear old husband very sad, for there were many children outside, playing in the snow. It seemed hard that not even one among them was their very own. But alas! there was no hope for such a blessing now. ...