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Stanley John Weyman

    Stanley Weyman byl mistrným vypravěčem historických románů, jehož díla z konce 19. století bývala tolik oblíbená, že dnes je považován za zapomenutého literárního velikána. Své příběhy zasazoval do bouřlivých období 16. a 17. století ve Francii, čímž oživil hrdiny minulosti s neobyčejnou přesností a půvabem. Weymanův styl se vyznačoval vytříbeným jazykem, který maloval živé obrazy života a lidských emocí. Jeho hluboké porozumění historii, spojené s talentem pro dobrodružné vyprávění, vytvářelo díla, která čtenáře vtahovala do minulosti a nabízela pohled na velké postavy a jejich osudy.

    The Snowball (1895)
    The Sociology of Virtue
    Nancy: Volume 1: The John Stanley Library
    Ovington's Bank
    Nancy: Volume 2: The John Stanley Library
    The King's Stratagem, and Other Stories
    • 2024

      The red cockade

      • 264 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      Set during the French Revolution, this historical adventure follows young Englishman Philip Gwynne as he becomes embroiled in espionage and political intrigue. Navigating a landscape of shifting allegiances, he grapples with his beliefs amidst the chaos. The narrative features a rich cast of characters, each with their own secrets, which adds depth to Philip's journey. Against the backdrop of significant events like the storming of the Bastille, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit.

      The red cockade
    • 2023

      The Abbess of Vlaye

      • 406 stránek
      • 15 hodin čtení

      This historical novel takes place in 16th century France and centers around the life of the Abbess of Vlaye, a strong-willed woman who must navigate the political and social turmoil of the era. As the French Wars of Religion rage on, the Abbess must make difficult decisions in order to protect her people and maintain her autonomy.

      The Abbess of Vlaye
    • 2023

      Chippinge Borough

      • 494 stránek
      • 18 hodin čtení

      This historical novel is set in Chippinge Borough, an English countryside town, during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I. Rich with intrigue, romance, and political power struggles, the book captures the atmosphere of a bygone era in a vivid and compelling narrative. The author is a master storyteller who brings to life this world of courtiers, knights, peasants, and the gentlefolk, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

      Chippinge Borough
    • 2023

      The Long Night

      • 274 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      The preservation of significant literary works is crucial for future generations, and this edition of The Long Night has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted for clarity and readability. By republishing it in a modern format, the aim is to ensure its continued accessibility and importance in human history, safeguarding its content for both current readers and those to come.

      The Long Night
    • 2023

      Sophia

      A Romance

      • 270 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      The book is a classical romance that holds significant historical importance. To ensure its legacy, Alpha Editions has republished it in a modern format, enhancing readability through reformatting and retyping rather than using scanned copies. This effort aims to preserve the work for both present and future generations, making it accessible and enjoyable for contemporary readers.

      Sophia
    • 2023

      A Little Wizard

      • 74 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      The book is a significant work in human history, now republished to preserve its legacy for future generations. It has been meticulously retyped, redesigned, and reformatted, ensuring that the text is clear and readable. This contemporary edition aims to make the content accessible while honoring its original importance.

      A Little Wizard
    • 2023
    • 2022

      Laid up in Lavender

      • 208 stránek
      • 8 hodin čtení

      This Book "Laid up in Lavender" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

      Laid up in Lavender
    • 2022
    • 2022

      Starvecrow Farm

      • 308 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      The preservation of Starvecrow Farm ensures its significance in human history is maintained for future generations. Alpha Editions has republished this classical work in a modern format, featuring a complete reformatting and retyping process. Unlike scanned copies, this edition offers clear and readable text, enhancing the reading experience while honoring the book's legacy.

      Starvecrow Farm