Showing books tagged "Classical Literature"
This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, pages are tight and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. P.F. Collier & Son was a prominent American publishing company based in New York, founded in 1902. The company became well-known for its production of encyclopedias, books, and periodicals. The Harvard Classics Volume 2 was part of a famous collection of classic literature edited by Charles W. Eliot, L.L.D., and published by P.F. Collier & Son in 1909. Charles W. Eliot, a Harvard University professor, conceived the idea of the Harvard Classics as a way to provide a complete education by assembling the most important and influential works in literature, philosophy, history, and science. Eliot's goal was to create a series of works that could be read over the course of a lifetime. The Harvard Classics series is still widely regarded as one of the most ambitious and successful publishing projects of its time.
This well-preserved hardcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and in good condition. The book is tight, square, and in good condition. The Whitman Publishing Company released a 1955 edition of Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, featuring illustrations by Paul Frame. This abridged edition was specifically edited for contemporary readers of that time. Paul Frame's artwork includes both full-page and partial-page monochromatic illustrations in black, white, orange,and green, depicting scenes such as Huck and Jim on a Mississippi raft. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is a novel by Mark Twain, first published in 1885. It is considered one of the greatest works of American literature and a defining novel of the Realism movement. The book is a sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and follows Huckleberry Finn, a young boy who escapes from his abusive father and embarks on a journey down the Mississippi River with Jim, a runaway enslaved man seeking freedom. Huckleberry Finn remains a cornerstone of American literature and is often regarded as The Great American Novel.
This first printing softcover edition is in good condition, with no marks or tears and only minimal shelf wear. The pages are in good condition, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. Fathers and Sons is a novel by Ivan Sergeyevich Turgenev, first published in 1862. It is widely considered one of the most significant works of Russian literature. The story follows Yevgeny Bazarov, a young, brilliant medical student. Bazarov's beliefs are put to the test during his visit to the country estate of his friend Arkady Kirsanov and his family. Arkady's father, Nikolai, and his uncle, Pavel, are representatives of the older generation who hold more traditional values. The novel explores the tensions between these two generations, as well as Bazarov's interactions with his feelings of love and his evolving relationships with those around him. Charles James Hogarth, an English translator, is known for his translation of Turgenev's Fathers and Sons into English. Hogarth's translation, first published in 1867, was one of the earliest efforts to bring this important Russian work to the English-speaking world. His translation retains the essence of Turgenev's prose, capturing both its intellectual depth and emotional resonance. Fathers and Sons remains a timeless reflection on the struggles between tradition and progress.
This well-preserved hardcover edition is in good condition, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and in good condition. A dust jacket is not present. Madame Bovary is a classic novel by Gustave Flaubert, first published in 1857. It is one of the most influential works of literary realism, known for its detailed psychological portrayal of Emma Bovary. Arthur Schurig was a German translator who worked on many classic French novels, including Madame Bovary. His translation brings Flaubert’s richly detailed prose to German-speaking readers, and it is one of the most beautiful translations I have experienced. Aufbau Verlag is a German publishing house based in Berlin, founded in 1945. After German reunification, Aufbau Verlag was privatized and faced financial struggles but survived. It continues to publish contemporary literature while maintaining its strong reputation for quality translations and German classics. Today, the novel is regarded as a masterpiece of literary realism, exploring human desire, societal pressures, and the consequences of unattainable dreams.
This well-preserved beautiful hardcover is in good condition. The pages are tight, the book is tight, square, and in good condition. A dust jacket is not present. T. Nelson & Sons Ltd. was a British publishing company founded in 1832 by Thomas Nelson in Edinburgh, Scotland. It became one of the most influential publishing houses of the 19th and early 20th centuries, known for producing religious texts and classic literature. Sir Walter Scott’s The Talisman is a historical novel first published in 1825 as part of Tales of the Crusaders. Set during the Third Crusade (1189–1192), it follows the rivalry between Richard the Lionheart and other leaders, as well as a secret romance and political intrigue. The novel centers on Sir Kenneth of Scotland, who embarks on a secret mission for Richard the Lionheart. He encounters a mysterious Saracen knight, who later reveals himself to be Saladin, the great Muslim leader. Political tensions between Richard, the Templars, and other Crusader leaders play a major role in the narrative. T. Nelson & Sons was a prominent publisher of Walter Scott’s novels, as they were widely read in Victorian-era Britain. Their editions helped preserve Scott's legacy and made his works accessible to a broad audience.
This beautiful softcover edition is in fine condition, with no marks or tears. The pages are tight, appear unread, and the book is tight, square, and unmarked. Notes from Underground: 150th Anniversary Edition is a special publication of Fyodor Dostoyevsky's seminal novella, released by Signet Classics in 2004 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Dostoyevsky's birth. This edition not only features the influential Notes from Underground but also includes additional works such as White Nights, The Dream of a Ridiculous Man, and selected excerpts from The House of the Dead. Notes from Underground is considered one of Dostoyevsky's most revolutionary works, marking a transition between 19th and 20th-century fiction. It delves into the psyche of an unnamed narrator. The inclusion of White Nights, The Dream of a Ridiculous Man, and selections from The House of the Dead provide a broader view of Dostoyevsky's exploration of political philosophy, religion, and humanity. The 150th Anniversary Edition by Signet Classics offers both newcomers and longtime admirers of Dostoyevsky a comprehensive collection of his shorter works.
