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William J. Locke

    Tento britský autor je známý především svými povídkami, které se vyznačují vytříbeným stylem a hlubokým vhledem do lidské psychiky. Jeho díla, často adaptovaná pro film a divadlo, zkoumají komplexní vztahy a morální dilemata s jemným citem pro dobové nuance. Locke mistrně zachycuje atmosféru své doby a jeho příběhy rezonují s nadčasovou univerzálností. Jeho schopnost vytvářet poutavé postavy a napínavé zápletky z něj činí významnou postavu literární scény.

    Ladies in Lavender
    The Demagogue And Lady Phayre
    Far-Away Stories (1919)
    A Christmas Mystery;
    Far-Away Stories
    Perská kočička
    • 2024

      The Demagogue And Lady Phayre

      • 96 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      Set against a backdrop of political upheaval, the story intertwines the lives of a charismatic demagogue and the aristocratic Lady Phayre, exploring themes of power, passion, and societal expectations. As their attraction grows, the narrative delves into the complexities of social status and human relationships, revealing the inner struggles of the characters. With deep character development and a thought-provoking examination of human nature, the novel invites readers to reflect on the dilemmas faced when personal desires clash with societal norms.

      The Demagogue And Lady Phayre
    • 2023

      A Christmas Mystery;

      • 54 stránek
      • 2 hodiny čtení

      In this classic mystery, two strangers find themselves drawn together by fate on Christmas Eve, embarking on a hair-raising adventure that leads them from London to the snowy wilds of Scotland in pursuit of a mysterious and dangerous foe. With its fast-paced plot, vivid characters and atmospheric setting, A Christmas Mystery is a gripping and entertaining read that is sure to delight both mystery lovers and fans of the holiday season.

      A Christmas Mystery;
    • 2022
    • 2012

      An evocative, heart-warming story of unfulfi lled dreams and unrequited love.Based on the hit film screenplay by Charles Dance starring Judi Dench and Maggie Smith, and on the original short story by William J. Locke, Ladies In Lavender tells the tale of two sisters Ursula and Janet who live in a close-knit fishing village in picturesque Cornwall, in 1936. When a handsome and talented young Polish violinist bound for America is washed ashore, the Widdington sisters take him under their wing and nurse him back to health. However, the presence of the mysterious young man disrupts their peaceful lives and the community in which they live.

      Ladies in Lavender
    • 2006

      Far-Away Stories (1919)

      • 272 stránek
      • 10 hodin čtení

      Contained here are a collection of short stories by William J. Locke. Included in this volume are the following: The Song of Life; Ladies in Lavender; Studies in Blindness: I. An Old-World Episode, II. The Conqueror, III. A Lover's Dilemma, IV. A Woman of the War; The Princess's Kingdom; The Heart at Twenty; The Scourge; and My Shadow Friends.

      Far-Away Stories (1919)
    • 1913