Classics World Literature

Qu'il suive le fil d'Ariane sur les traces du Minotaure pour évoquer Oran et ses alentours, qu'il revisite le mythe de Prométhée à la lumière de la violence du monde moderne, ou qu'il rêve à la beauté d'Hélène et de la Grèce, Albert Camus nous entraîne tout autour de la Méditerranée et de ses légendes. Un court recueil de textes lyriques et passionnés pour voyager de l'Algérie à la Grèce en passant par la Provence.

Ce roman fait partie des "Scènes de la vie parisienne" dans la section "Les Parents pauvres" tout comme "La Cousine Bette". Pons, musicien sans fortune, bon et naïf, est traité en parent pauvre par sa riche famille, les Camusot de Marville. Le jour où ils découvrent que la collection d'objets d'art qu'il a accumulée est d'une immense valeur, ils le dépouillent et le font mourir.

A veteran of the Great War, Jake Barnes is both physically and emotionally wounded, leaving him unable to be intimate. Even so, he pines after Lady Brett Ashley, a promiscuous twice-divorced woman. As feelings are hurt and punches are thrown, their lives and the lives of their friends and lovers become tangled as they journey from Paris to Spain and struggle with the repercussions that come from surviving the First World War.

El origen de las especies es un libro de Charles Darwin publicado el 24 de noviembre de 1859, considerado uno de los trabajos precursores de la literatura científica y el fundamento de la teoría de la biología evolutiva. Presentó pruebas de que la diversidad de la vida surgió de la descendencia común a través de un patrón ramificado de evolución. Darwin incluyó las pruebas que reunió en su expedición en el viaje del Beagle en la década de 1830 y sus descubrimientos posteriores mediante la investigación, la correspondencia y la experimentación.

The Book of the Courtier remains the definitive account of Renaissance court life. Because of this, it is considered one of the most important Renaissance works. The book is organized as a series of fictional conversations that occur between the courtiers of the Duke of Urbino in 1507 (when Baldassare was in fact part of the Duke's Court). In the book, the courtier is described as having a cool mind, a good voice (with beautiful, elegant and brave words) along with proper bearing and gestures.

This volume of short essays and other pieces by C. S.Lewis is part of a larger collection, C. S. Lewis: Essay Collection and Other Short Pieces. In addition to his many books, letters, and poems,C. S. Lewis wrote a great number of essays and shorter pieces on various subjects. He wrote extensively on Christian theology and the defense of faith but also on ethical issues and the nature of literature and storytelling. Within these pages is a treasure trove of Lewis' reflections on diverse topics.

The four Grace sisters love their quiet life in the country village of Chevis Green. To some, their insular world might seem dull, but the sisters never seem to run out of conversation, jokes, and pleasant ways to pass the time together. They truly are the happiest of families. That is, until Aunt Rona comes to town. Rona intends to stay with the Graces indefinitely, and her meddlesome attitude immediately sets the sisters' teeth on edge. Throw in another unexpected houseguest, some potential suitors and a case of mistaken intentions, and the members of the Grace family suddenly find themselves quite out of their element.

Gwen's barely gotten a taste of normal when her resident god shows up with an assignment. The bridge between the human world and the world of the gods is weakening, and the nine hosts of Heimdall must find each other if they hope to fix it. One small problem - Gwen and the Keens must travel to another world to find Heimdall's remaining hosts. Gwen has always relied on books for her education, but no amount of reading can prepare her for what waits outside the human world.

At the opening of The Claverings (1866) the beautiful Julia Brabazon jilts her lover Harry Clavering in order to make a marriage of convenience with a wealthy but dissolute earl. Harry licks his wounds, leaves London to train as a civil engineer, and falls in love with his employer's daughter, to whom he soon becomes engaged. But when Julia returns unexpectedly as a wealthy widow, the flame of Harry's old love is rekindled.

Howard Roark es un arquitecto joven y osado. Es individualista, inconforme, y está dispuesto a enfrentarse al establishment de la vieja profesión, los arquitectos que prefieren la resignación a la integridad, que rechazan las innovaciones y cuya única ambición es rendirse al gusto de las masas.

In The Tale of Tom Kitten, Beatrix Potter tells the delightful story of a mischievous kitten named Tom, who, along with his sisters, manages to get into all sorts of trouble. Set in the beautiful English countryside, this charming tale explores the playful adventures and lighthearted misbehavior of Tom and his siblings as they navigate their surroundings and their mother’s attempts to keep them tidy.

In Beatrix Potter's delightful story The Tale of Two Bad Mice, two mischievous mice named Tom Thumb and Hunca Munca take over a beautifully furnished dollhouse, causing playful chaos as they explore and tamper with the miniature furniture.

Join Mr. Jeremy Fisher, the adventurous frog, in Beatrix Potter’s delightful tale of fishing and friendship. Mr. Jeremy sets out on a rainy day to catch a big fish, but his peaceful day on the pond is interrupted by some unexpected surprises.

In The Tale of The Flopsy Bunnies, Beatrix Potter brings us another charming adventure from the world of Peter Rabbit. This time, it’s the mischievous Flopsy Bunnies who find themselves in a sticky situation when they fall asleep after eating too many lettuces in Mr. McGregor’s garden. With the help of their clever mother, they must outsmart the farmer and make a daring escape.

In The Tale of Benjamin Bunny, Beatrix Potter’s beloved classic, join young Benjamin Bunny and his cousin, Peter Rabbit, on a mischievous adventure back to Mr. McGregor’s garden. Determined to retrieve the clothes Peter lost during his previous encounter with the farmer, the two rabbits find themselves in a bit of trouble. With playful moments and delightful characters, this timeless tale is sure to captivate both young and old.

In The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, Beatrix Potter introduces us to the delightful and industrious Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle, a kind-hearted hedgehog who runs a laundry for the animals in the countryside. When a young girl named Lucie loses her pocket handkerchiefs, she ventures into the hills and discovers Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle’s charming world of washing, ironing, and caring for her animal customers.

Discover the mischievous adventures of Squirrel Nutkin in Beatrix Potter's beloved classic, now brought to life through the delightful narration of Tiffany Magnuson. The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin follows the cheeky squirrel as he and his companions venture to Owl Island to gather nuts, where Nutkin's playful antics soon put him at odds with the wise old owl, Old Brown.

In The Tale of Samuel Whiskers, Beatrix Potter introduces us to the mischievous rat Samuel Whiskers, who has plans to turn Tom Kitten into a delicious meal. When Tom finds himself trapped in Samuel Whiskers’ lair, his sisters must come to his rescue. Set in a cozy old house, this delightful story combines adventure, humor, and the classic charm that Beatrix Potter is known for.

In The Tale of Jemima Puddle Duck, Beatrix Potter introduces us to the determined Jemima, a duck who is eager to hatch her own eggs. But when she meets a crafty fox, her plans take an unexpected turn. This charming tale, set in the English countryside, is filled with whimsical characters and gentle lessons about trust, danger, and independence.

Discover the books that have already changed the lives of millions. This unabridged guide to the literature of the spirit surveys 50 of the all-time classics, giving you their key ideas, insights, and applications - everything you need to know to start benefiting from these legendary works.