Books by Sandra Wright
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Ivanhoe: A Romance by Walter Scott
Authors: Scott, Walter, 1771-1832
"Ivanhoe: A Romance" by Walter Scott is a historical novel published in December 1819. Set in 1194 England, it tells the story of Saxon knight Wilfred of Ivanhoe, disinherited for his loyalty to Norman King Richard the Lionheart and forbidden love for Lady Rowena. The novel weaves together tournaments, outlaws, and deep divisions between Jews and C...
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Πλουτάρχου Βίοι Παράλληλοι - Τόμος 2 by Plutarch
Authors: Plutarch, 46-120?
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"Πλουτάρχου Βίοι Παράλληλοι - Τόμος 2" by Plutarch is a series of biographies written at the beginning of the second century. This work pairs 23 Greek and Roman lives to reveal shared moral virtues and failings through comparison. Plutarch examines how character shapes destiny, drawing figures like Alexander and Caesar together. Rather than pure hi...
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Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre — Band 3 by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Authors: Goethe, Johann Wolfgang von, 1749-1832
"Wilhelm Meisters Wanderjahre — Band 3" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a novel published in 1821, with a substantially revised second edition in 1829. This unconventional sequel to "Wilhelm Meister's Apprenticeship" follows Wilhelm and his son Felix on their travels, bound by strict rules of wandering. Through encounters with mysterious families,...
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Plant Lore, Legends, and Lyrics by Richard Folkard
Authors: Folkard, Richard
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"Plant Lore, Legends, and Lyrics" by Richard Folkard is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the myths, traditions, superstitions, and folk-lore surrounding plants throughout different cultures. It provides a comprehensive exploration of how various civilizations have revered and interpreted plants, showcasin...
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Shen of the Sea: A Book for Children by Arthur Bowie Chrisman
Authors: Chrisman, Arthur Bowie, 1889-1953
"Shen of the Sea: A Book for Children" by Arthur Bowie Chrisman is a collection of short stories published in 1925. This Newbery Medal-winning work presents sixteen original tales written in the style of humorous Chinese folk tales. The stories blend fantasy with clever explanations for everyday inventions, from chopsticks to gunpowder to fine chin...
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La voz de la conseja, t.2 by Joaquín Álvarez Quintero et al.
Authors: Trigo, Felipe, 1864-1916
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"La voz de la conseja, t.2" by Joaquín Álvarez Quintero et al. is a collection of short stories and novellas written in the early 20th century. The second volume showcases a selection of works from various esteemed authors, featuring themes that explore human relations, morality, and Spanish culture. One of the prominent stories in this collection ...
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Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race by T. W. Rolleston
Authors: Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William), 1857-1920
"Myths & Legends of the Celtic Race" by T. W. Rolleston is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the rich heritage, traditions, and influences of the Celtic people, tracing their historical significance across Europe, particularly in the British Isles, and examining how their mythology and folklore contribute...
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The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 2 by Jonathan Swift
Authors: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745
"The Poems of Jonathan Swift, D.D., Volume 2" by Jonathan Swift is a collection of poetic works written in the early 18th century. This volume features a variety of poems that reflect on themes such as love, friendship, and social commentary, often with a satirical edge typical of Swift's style. The opening portion of the volume includes notable pi...
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Tendresses impériales by Emperor of the French Napoleon I
Authors: Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821
"Tendresses impériales" by Emperor of the French Napoleon I is a collection of letters written in the early 19th century. This work presents an intimate glimpse into the emotional landscape of Napoleon Bonaparte through his correspondence with his first wife, Joséphine de Beauharnais, and his mistress, the Comtesse Marie Walewska. It reflects on th...