The Romance of Tristan and Iseult by Joseph Bédier is a classic work of medieval romance that delves into the rich tapestry of Arthurian legend and chivalric ideals. The story centers on the tragic love affair between Tristan, a valiant knight, and Iseult, the beautiful princess, whose passionate yet doomed relationship unfolds amidst a backdrop of heroic quests and courtly love. Bédier's retelling of this French literary masterpiece combines elements of folklore and myth, exploring themes...

Classic Kipling animal stories and accompanying verse, including Mowgli's Brothers, Hunting-Song of the Seeonee Pack, Kaa's Hunting, Road-Song of the Bandar-Log, "Tiger! Tiger!", Mowgli's Song, The White Seal, Lukannon, "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi", Darzee's Chant, Toomai of the Elephants, Shiv and the Grasshopper, Her Majesty's Servants, and Parade Song of the Camp Animals. According to Wikipedia: "Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865 1936) was an English author and poet. Born in Bombay, British India (now...

The controversial comedic play from a master dramatist shattered social conventions in England.‘The Importance of Being Earnest’, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People is a play by Oscar Wilde. First performed on 14 February 1895 at the St James's Theatre in London, it is a farcical comedy in which the protagonists maintain fictitious personæ to escape burdensome social obligations. Working within the social conventions of late Victorian London, the play's major themes are the triviality wit...

This edition is accompanied by an unpublished and detailed biography.Mansfield Park has become one of the most widely read and influential books ever written.It reveals the astounding range, subtlety, artistry, and depth of thought of a true literary colossus, Jane Austen.Published in hundreds of editions and translated into virtually every modern language, it has not been out of print since 1814.Mansfield Park is one of Jane Austen’s rare and genuine master...