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Benjamin Leopold Farjeon

    Herbert Farjeon byl plodný australský a novozélandský spisovatel, jehož díla často čerpala z jeho dobrodružných zážitků v koloniální éře. Jeho romány, často s prvky tajemna a dobrodružství, si získaly širokou popularitu. Kromě prozaických děl se věnoval i divadelním hrám a žurnalistice. Farjeonův literární odkaz spočívá v jeho schopnosti zachytit ducha doby a dobrodružství, které inspirovalo jeho vypravěčství.

    Basil And Annette (Volume II)
    Basil And Annette (Volume I)
    Basil And Annette (Volume III)
    A Secret Inheritance (Vol. 1-3): Traditional British Mystery
    Christmas Stories
    BASIL AND ANNETTE A Novel
    • BASIL AND ANNETTE A Novel

      • 344 stránek
      • 13 hodin čtení

      "Basil and Annette" by using B. L. Farjeon is a captivating Victorian novel that weaves a story of love, societal expectations, and moral dilemmas. The narrative unfolds in opposition to the backdrop of the Victorian technology, a time marked by inflexible social norms and evolving cultural dynamics. The story follows the lives of its titular characters, Basil and Annette, as they navigate the complexities of love and responsibility. Farjeon delves into the intricacies of Victorian society, exploring topics of class distinctions, familial expectations, and the restrictions placed on people by societal conventions. Basil, probable an individual representative of the duration's romantic hero, grapples with non-public selections and societal pressures, whilst Annette faces her own challenges as a lady navigating the expectancies located upon her. The novel is a tapestry of emotions, combining factors of romance, drama, and social observation. B. L. Farjeon's storytelling prowess shines thru in his capacity to create vivid characters and craft a narrative that resonates with the moral dilemmas and emotional conflicts of the time. "Basil and Annette" stands as a testomony to Farjeon's contribution to Victorian literature, providing readers a glimpse into the social and romantic intricacies that described the generation.

      BASIL AND ANNETTE A Novel
    • Christmas Stories

      • 76 stránek
      • 3 hodiny čtení

      Benjamin Leopold Farjeon, a prominent British novelist and playwright, gained fame for his enchanting Christmas stories. These narratives beautifully capture themes of love, family, and the enchanting spirit of the holiday season, making them beloved classics of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

      Christmas Stories
    • Gabriel Carew is a young boy living with his parents in poverty, when one day his father receives a latter that changes their lives. Their distant relative has died and left his fortune to Gabriel's father. When he grew up, Gabriel decided to use this fortune to travel around the world. At one of his travels, in Gascony, Gabriel had an accident and his life was saved by a certain German doctor called Louis. As he was recovering in doctor's house, Dr Louis received one letter that made the wheel of suspicion spinning for Gabriel. Doctor tells him a story of two brothers who became bitter enemies because of a certain secret inheritance and Gabriel becomes determined to resolve its mystery.

      A Secret Inheritance (Vol. 1-3): Traditional British Mystery
    • Basil And Annette (Volume III)

      A Novel. In Three Volumes - Vol. III.

      • 104 stránek
      • 4 hodiny čtení

      The third volume of this novel continues the intricate lives of Basil and Annette, exploring their evolving relationship amidst challenges and societal expectations. The narrative delves into themes of love, betrayal, and personal growth, as the characters confront their pasts and navigate their futures. Richly detailed and emotionally charged, this installment promises to deepen the reader's connection to the protagonists while revealing new layers of complexity in their story.

      Basil And Annette (Volume III)