Author: Georg Ebers
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
The Burgomaster's Wifeis a historical novel set at the time of the Spanish siege of the Dutch city of Leiden. "In the year 1574 A. D. spring made its joyous entry into the Netherlands at an unusually early date. Late in October of the preceding year, just after the storks left the country, a Spanish army had encamped here, and a few hours before the return of the winged wanderers in the first opening days of spring, the besiegers retired without having accomplished their purpose.Barren spots amid the luxuriant growth of vegetation marked the places where they had pitched their tents, the black cinders of the burnt coals their camp-fires.The sorely-threatened inhabitants of the rescued city, with thankful hearts, uttered sighs of relief. The industrious, volatile populace had speedily forgotten the sufferings endured, for early spring is so beautiful, and never does a rescued life seem so delicious as when we are surrounded by the joys of spring."
The Burgomaster's Wife (Historical Novel)
Author: Georg Ebers
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
The Burgomaster's Wifeis a historical novel set at the time of the Spanish siege of the Dutch city of Leiden. "In the year 1574 A. D. spring made its joyous entry into the Netherlands at an unusually early date. Late in October of the preceding year, just after the storks left the country, a Spanish army had encamped here, and a few hours before the return of the winged wanderers in the first opening days of spring, the besiegers retired without having accomplished their purpose.Barren spots amid the luxuriant growth of vegetation marked the places where they had pitched their tents, the black cinders of the burnt coals their camp-fires.The sorely-threatened inhabitants of the rescued city, with thankful hearts, uttered sighs of relief. The industrious, volatile populace had speedily forgotten the sufferings endured, for early spring is so beautiful, and never does a rescued life seem so delicious as when we are surrounded by the joys of spring."
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
The Burgomaster's Wifeis a historical novel set at the time of the Spanish siege of the Dutch city of Leiden. "In the year 1574 A. D. spring made its joyous entry into the Netherlands at an unusually early date. Late in October of the preceding year, just after the storks left the country, a Spanish army had encamped here, and a few hours before the return of the winged wanderers in the first opening days of spring, the besiegers retired without having accomplished their purpose.Barren spots amid the luxuriant growth of vegetation marked the places where they had pitched their tents, the black cinders of the burnt coals their camp-fires.The sorely-threatened inhabitants of the rescued city, with thankful hearts, uttered sighs of relief. The industrious, volatile populace had speedily forgotten the sufferings endured, for early spring is so beautiful, and never does a rescued life seem so delicious as when we are surrounded by the joys of spring."
G. A. HENTY Ultimate Collection: 100+ Historical Novels, Adventure Tales & Short Stories
Author: G. A. Henty
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15652
Book Description
DigiCat presents to you this meticulously edited G. A. Henty collection: Novels: A Search for a Secret All But Lost Out on the Pampas The Young Franc-Tireurs The Young Buglers The Cornet of Horse In Times of Peril Facing Death, The Hero of the Vaughan Pit Winning His Spurs (Boy Knight) Friends Though Divided Jack Archer Under Drake's Flag By Sheer Pluck With Clive in India In Freedom's Cause St. George For England True to the Old Flag The Young Colonists The Dragon and the Raven For Name and Fame The Lion of the North Through the Fray The Bravest of the Brave A Final Reckoning The Young Carthaginian With Wolfe in Canada Bonnie Prince Charlie For the Temple In the Reign of Terror Orange and Green Captain Bayley's Heir The Cat of Bubastes The Curse of Carne's Hold The Lion of St. Mark By Pike and Dyke One of the 28th With Lee in Virginia By England's Aid By Right of Conquest Chapter of Adventures Maori and Settler The Dash For Khartoum Held Fast for England Redskin and Cowboy Beric the Briton Condemned as a Nihilist In Greek Waters Rujub, the Juggler Dorothy's Double A Jacobite Exile Saint Bartholomew's Eve Through the Sikh War In the Heart of the Rockies When London Burned A Girl of the Commune Wulf The Saxon A Knight of the White Cross Through Russian Snows The Tiger of Mysore At Agincourt On the Irrawaddy The Queen's Cup With Cochrane the Dauntless Colonel Thorndyke's Secret A March on London With Frederick the Great With Moore at Corunna Among Malay Pirates At Aboukir and Acre Both Sides the Border The Golden Cañon The Stone Chest The Lost Heir Under Wellington's Command In the Hands of the Cave Dwellers No Surrender! A Roving Commission Won by the Sword In the Irish Brigade Out With Garibaldi With Buller in Natal At the Point of the Bayonet To Herat and Cabul With Roberts to Pretoria The Treasure of the Incas With Kitchener in the Soudan With the British Legion Through Three Campaigns With the Allies to Pekin By Conduct and Courage Short Stories Historical Works Other Writings
Publisher: DigiCat
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 15652
Book Description
DigiCat presents to you this meticulously edited G. A. Henty collection: Novels: A Search for a Secret All But Lost Out on the Pampas The Young Franc-Tireurs The Young Buglers The Cornet of Horse In Times of Peril Facing Death, The Hero of the Vaughan Pit Winning His Spurs (Boy Knight) Friends Though Divided Jack Archer Under Drake's Flag By Sheer Pluck With Clive in India In Freedom's Cause St. George For England True to the Old Flag The Young Colonists The Dragon and the Raven For Name and Fame The Lion of the North Through the Fray The Bravest of the Brave A Final Reckoning The Young Carthaginian With Wolfe in Canada Bonnie Prince Charlie For the Temple In the Reign of Terror Orange and Green Captain Bayley's Heir The Cat of Bubastes The Curse of Carne's Hold The Lion of St. Mark By Pike and Dyke One of the 28th With Lee in Virginia By England's Aid By Right of Conquest Chapter of Adventures Maori and Settler The Dash For Khartoum Held Fast for England Redskin and Cowboy Beric the Briton Condemned as a Nihilist In Greek Waters Rujub, the Juggler Dorothy's Double A Jacobite Exile Saint Bartholomew's Eve Through the Sikh War In the Heart of the Rockies When London Burned A Girl of the Commune Wulf The Saxon A Knight of the White Cross Through Russian Snows The Tiger of Mysore At Agincourt On the Irrawaddy The Queen's Cup With Cochrane the Dauntless Colonel Thorndyke's Secret A March on London With Frederick the Great With Moore at Corunna Among Malay Pirates At Aboukir and Acre Both Sides the Border The Golden Cañon The Stone Chest The Lost Heir Under Wellington's Command In the Hands of the Cave Dwellers No Surrender! A Roving Commission Won by the Sword In the Irish Brigade Out With Garibaldi With Buller in Natal At the Point of the Bayonet To Herat and Cabul With Roberts to Pretoria The Treasure of the Incas With Kitchener in the Soudan With the British Legion Through Three Campaigns With the Allies to Pekin By Conduct and Courage Short Stories Historical Works Other Writings
The Greatest Historical Novels of Georg Ebers
Author: Georg Ebers
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5851
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents the collection of the greatest historical novels by George Ebers: Table of Contents: An Egyptian Princess Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt Homo Sum The Sisters The Emperor (Hadrian) Serapis: a Romance The Bride of the Nile Cleopatra Arachne A Thorny Path (Per Aspera) Other Novels: The Burgomaster's Wife:A Tale of the Siege of Leyden Margery: A Tale of Old Nuremberg Barbara Blomberg: A Historical Romance In the Blue Pike A Word, Only a Word Joshua: A Story of Biblical Times In The Fire Of The Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg Short Stories: A Question: The Idyll of a Picture by his Friend Alma Tadema The Elixir The Greylock: A Fairy Tale The Nuts: A Christmas story for my children and grandchildren The Story of My Life, from Childhood to Manhood– Autobiography
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5851
Book Description
Musaicum Books presents the collection of the greatest historical novels by George Ebers: Table of Contents: An Egyptian Princess Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt Homo Sum The Sisters The Emperor (Hadrian) Serapis: a Romance The Bride of the Nile Cleopatra Arachne A Thorny Path (Per Aspera) Other Novels: The Burgomaster's Wife:A Tale of the Siege of Leyden Margery: A Tale of Old Nuremberg Barbara Blomberg: A Historical Romance In the Blue Pike A Word, Only a Word Joshua: A Story of Biblical Times In The Fire Of The Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg Short Stories: A Question: The Idyll of a Picture by his Friend Alma Tadema The Elixir The Greylock: A Fairy Tale The Nuts: A Christmas story for my children and grandchildren The Story of My Life, from Childhood to Manhood– Autobiography
TIMES OF WAR & PERIL - The Historical Novels Series (Illustrated Edition)
Author: G. A. Henty
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13825
Book Description
G. A. Henty's 'Times of War & Peril - The Historical Novels Series (Illustrated Edition)' is a collection of gripping historical fiction that transports readers to various tumultuous periods in history. Henty's vivid descriptions and attention to historical accuracy immerse readers in the sights and sounds of scenes ranging from ancient battles to medieval sieges. The book's literary style is characterized by its detailed storytelling and ability to make complex historical events accessible to readers of all ages. Each story is a testament to Henty's skill in combining adventure with education, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs alike. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience by bringing the stories to life with visual interpretations of key events and characters. G. A. Henty, known for his sweeping historical adventures, draws inspiration from his own experiences as a war correspondent and keen observer of global events. His firsthand knowledge and passion for history shine through in 'Times of War & Peril', as he weaves together gripping narratives that captivate readers and offer insights into the challenges faced by historical figures. Henty's dedication to historical accuracy and commitment to storytelling make him a respected figure in the world of historical fiction. I highly recommend 'Times of War & Peril - The Historical Novels Series (Illustrated Edition)' to readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction that educates as it entertains. G. A. Henty's masterful storytelling and attention to detail create a truly unforgettable reading experience that will appeal to anyone with a love for history and adventure.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 13825
Book Description
G. A. Henty's 'Times of War & Peril - The Historical Novels Series (Illustrated Edition)' is a collection of gripping historical fiction that transports readers to various tumultuous periods in history. Henty's vivid descriptions and attention to historical accuracy immerse readers in the sights and sounds of scenes ranging from ancient battles to medieval sieges. The book's literary style is characterized by its detailed storytelling and ability to make complex historical events accessible to readers of all ages. Each story is a testament to Henty's skill in combining adventure with education, making it a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and literary connoisseurs alike. This illustrated edition enhances the reading experience by bringing the stories to life with visual interpretations of key events and characters. G. A. Henty, known for his sweeping historical adventures, draws inspiration from his own experiences as a war correspondent and keen observer of global events. His firsthand knowledge and passion for history shine through in 'Times of War & Peril', as he weaves together gripping narratives that captivate readers and offer insights into the challenges faced by historical figures. Henty's dedication to historical accuracy and commitment to storytelling make him a respected figure in the world of historical fiction. I highly recommend 'Times of War & Peril - The Historical Novels Series (Illustrated Edition)' to readers who enjoy immersive historical fiction that educates as it entertains. G. A. Henty's masterful storytelling and attention to detail create a truly unforgettable reading experience that will appeal to anyone with a love for history and adventure.
Georg Ebers - Premium Collection: Historical Novels, Stories & Autobiography
Author: Georg Ebers
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5852
Book Description
This eBook collection has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: An Egyptian Princess Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt Homo Sum The Sisters The Emperor (Hadrian) Serapis: a Romance The Bride of the Nile Cleopatra Arachne A Thorny Path (Per Aspera) Other Novels: The Burgomaster's Wife:A Tale of the Siege of Leyden Margery: A Tale of Old Nuremberg Barbara Blomberg: A Historical Romance In the Blue Pike A Word, Only a Word Joshua: A Story of Biblical Times In The Fire Of The Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg Short Stories: A Question: The Idyll of a Picture by his Friend Alma Tadema The Elixir The Greylock: A Fairy Tale The Nuts: A Christmas story for my children and grandchildren The Story of My Life, from Childhood to Manhood– Autobiography
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5852
Book Description
This eBook collection has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Table of Contents: An Egyptian Princess Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt Homo Sum The Sisters The Emperor (Hadrian) Serapis: a Romance The Bride of the Nile Cleopatra Arachne A Thorny Path (Per Aspera) Other Novels: The Burgomaster's Wife:A Tale of the Siege of Leyden Margery: A Tale of Old Nuremberg Barbara Blomberg: A Historical Romance In the Blue Pike A Word, Only a Word Joshua: A Story of Biblical Times In The Fire Of The Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg Short Stories: A Question: The Idyll of a Picture by his Friend Alma Tadema The Elixir The Greylock: A Fairy Tale The Nuts: A Christmas story for my children and grandchildren The Story of My Life, from Childhood to Manhood– Autobiography
Georg Ebers - Ultimate Collection: 20+ Historical Novels & Short Stories
Author: Georg Ebers
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5852
Book Description
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Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 5852
Book Description
This meticulously edited collection is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents:_x000D_ Table of Contents:_x000D_ An Egyptian Princess_x000D_ Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt_x000D_ Homo Sum _x000D_ The Sisters_x000D_ The Emperor (Hadrian)_x000D_ Serapis: a Romance_x000D_ The Bride of the Nile_x000D_ Cleopatra_x000D_ Arachne_x000D_ A Thorny Path (Per Aspera)_x000D_ Other Novels:_x000D_ The Burgomaster's Wife:A Tale of the Siege of Leyden_x000D_ Margery: A Tale of Old Nuremberg_x000D_ Barbara Blomberg: A Historical Romance_x000D_ In the Blue Pike_x000D_ A Word, Only a Word_x000D_ Joshua: A Story of Biblical Times_x000D_ In The Fire Of The Forge: A Romance of Old Nuremberg_x000D_ Short Stories:_x000D_ A Question: The Idyll of a Picture by his Friend Alma Tadema_x000D_ The Elixir_x000D_ The Greylock: A Fairy Tale_x000D_ The Nuts: A Christmas story for my children and grandchildren_x000D_ The Story of My Life, from Childhood to Manhood– Autobiography
The Pall Mall Budget
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 842
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 842
Book Description
Biographical Dictionary and Synopsis of Books
Author: Charles Dudley Warner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Biography
Languages : en
Pages : 652
Book Description
Sidonia, the Sorceress (Historical Novel)
Author: Wilhelm Meinhold
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 741
Book Description
Sidonia the Sorceress is a Gothic historical novel based on true events, namely the fate of the Pomeranian noblewoman Sidonia von Borcke (1548-1620), who was tried and executed for witchcraft in the city of Stettin. Portrayed as a femme fatale, she became the subject of several fictional works in German and English, especially during the 19th century. The depiction of evil featured in Meinhold's novel developed a considerable influence on the subjects of the artist and literary circles in the Anglo-Saxon countries. "When we returned to the castle, Sidonia met the bridemaidens again with joyous smiles. She now wore a white silk robe, laced with gold, and dancing-slippers with white silk hose. The diamonds still remained on her head, neck, and arms. She looked beautiful thus; and I could not withdraw my eyes from her. We all now entered the bridechamber, as the custom is, and there stood an immense bridal couch, with coverlet and draperies as white as snow; and all the bridemaids and the guests threw their wreaths upon it. Then the Prince, taking the bridegroom by the hand, led him up to it, and repeated an old German rhyme concerning the duties of the holy state upon which he had entered."
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 741
Book Description
Sidonia the Sorceress is a Gothic historical novel based on true events, namely the fate of the Pomeranian noblewoman Sidonia von Borcke (1548-1620), who was tried and executed for witchcraft in the city of Stettin. Portrayed as a femme fatale, she became the subject of several fictional works in German and English, especially during the 19th century. The depiction of evil featured in Meinhold's novel developed a considerable influence on the subjects of the artist and literary circles in the Anglo-Saxon countries. "When we returned to the castle, Sidonia met the bridemaidens again with joyous smiles. She now wore a white silk robe, laced with gold, and dancing-slippers with white silk hose. The diamonds still remained on her head, neck, and arms. She looked beautiful thus; and I could not withdraw my eyes from her. We all now entered the bridechamber, as the custom is, and there stood an immense bridal couch, with coverlet and draperies as white as snow; and all the bridemaids and the guests threw their wreaths upon it. Then the Prince, taking the bridegroom by the hand, led him up to it, and repeated an old German rhyme concerning the duties of the holy state upon which he had entered."
The Warner Library
Author: Charles Dudley Warner
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 730
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Literature
Languages : en
Pages : 730
Book Description