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Der namentlich nicht genannte Ich-Erzähler, sein Freund George Gravener und deren Londoner Freundeskreis sind fasziniert von Frank Saltram, den sie für ein Genie halten, weil er ihnen intellektuell überlegen ist. Sie sind überzeugt davon, dass Frank früher oder später ein literarisches Meisterwerk hervorbringt, dass dessen genialen Geist widerspiegelt und sehen in ihm einen neuen aufgehenden Stern am Londoner Kunsthimmel. Doch leider geschieht nichts dergleichen, denn Frank Saltram steht lieber spät auf, besucht Kneipen.

Der etablierte Porträtmaler Lyon folgt einer Einladung von Sir David Ashmore zum Dinner und trifft auf dessen Anwesen eine Frau, der er als junger, erfolgloser Künstler einst einen Heiratsantrag gemacht hatte. Mrs. Capadose' Gatte erregt das Interesse des Malers. Oberst Capadose kennt keine Zweifel, strotzt vor Selbstbewusstsein und die Erzählungen seiner Heldentaten - von ihm persönlich vorgetragen - bilden den Mittelpunkt gesellschaftlicher Unterhaltung. Die Frage ist, inwiefern die offensichtlichen Übertreibungen von Mr. Capadose von ihm selbst geglaubt werden.

This classic story focusses on a naïve governess who takes charge of two children at the lonely House of Bly. When she begins to see ghosts, she believes that the children do too - with devastating consequences. More than just a simple tale of the supernatural, James poses questions about...

THE SCIENCE OF GETTING RICH by Wallace D. Wattles. You deserve to be rich, and this revolutionary primer on prosperity consciousness that has been enriching millions since it was first published in 1910. Wattles takes the mystery out of prosperity and describes the "exact science" of achieving...

November 5th, 1982. It's been one of the worst days of Detective Sergeant Jack Frost's life. He has buried his wife Mary, and must now endure the wake, attended by all of Denton's finest. All, that is, apart from DC Sue Clark, who spends the night chasing a bogus tip-off, before being summoned to the discovery of a human foot. And the night gets worse. Local entrepreneur Harry Baskin is shot inside his club, an off-licence is set on fire and a famous painting goes missing. And Superintendant Mullett's attempts to join the Freemasons are being rudely thwarted.

Sixteen delightful holiday short stories by some of your favorite Soho crime authors! This captivating collection of short mysteries and crime capers - which features New York Times best-selling authors, Crime Writers Association Gold and Diamond Dagger winners, and Edgar Award nominees - contains laughs aplenty, the most hardboiled of holiday noir, and heartwarming reminders of the spirit of the season.

This group of 19th-century American poets was the first to rival their British counterparts in popularity. Gathered around their New England roots, they were also known as the Schoolroom or Household poets and comprised of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, William Cullen Bryant, John Greenleaf Whittier, James Russell Lowell and Olivier Wendell Holmes, Sr. Occasionally Ralph Waldo Emerson was included, although his poetic philosophy differed in some key aspects.

Unabridged readings of four spine-tingling stories. This suspenseful anthology collects together four gripping tales of gruesome scientific experiments and chilling supernatural events - all read in full by some of the very best voice actors. With over 18 hours of electrifying listening, tracked by chapter, these classic tales will have you on the edge of your seat.

One of the most oft-used themes for an author to explore is that of themselves and how they see authors in stories coping with everything around them.

Leviathans stride the poetic stage, known to us all and revered by many. Their verse is at once familiar and yet constantly reveals new layers and depths, new ways of thinking and assembling words to reveal new truths, new feelings and above all new poetry.

The United States may be far younger than many nations on Earth, yet its tumultuous history has reaped a harvest of poets and poetry of very fine calibre. In this volume we explore the verse of Massachusetts.

Introduction by Colm Tóibín One of the final masterpieces from one of the world’s greatest authors, Henry James’s The Ambassadors is now available for the first time in a Modern Library edition, with a new Introduction by acclaimed novelist Colm Tóibín. A keenly observed tale of a...

The vivacious Kate Croy finds herself torn between love and money, friendship and ambition; “the crown of Henry James’s achievement.” Now a critically acclaimed film. The vivacious Kate Croy finds herself torn between love and money, friendship and ambition; “the crown of Henry James’s...

Adapted by Graham White from the Henry James novel which centres on the predicament of Lambert Strether, a fifty-something New Englander lately arrived in Paris. Henry Goodman stars as the hapless protagonist in a novel many critics find James' finest. Episode 1: Strether has been sent to the...

Join Saud and Ibrahim as they dive into the tempting world of Clash of Clans private servers and modded APKs. They break down the massive appeal of these unofficial servers—from granting players unlimited resources like gems, gold, and elixir, to allowing instant max-level upgrades and the freedom of a strategic sandbox environment.

Join Henry and James as they dive into an inspiring conversation about Quote of the Day, a site that delivers daily motivation through timeless quotes and meaningful reflections. In this episode, they explore how a few simple words can shift your perspective, spark positivity, and set the tone for a productive day. They also discuss how the site encourages deeper thinking by explaining the lessons behind each quote — turning everyday inspiration into practical life wisdom. Perfect for listeners who love motivation, mindfu

A weekly thought and word of encouragement from the Dulin United Methodist Church in Falls Church, Virginia

Dive into the haunting narrative of The Friends Of The Friends, a story celebrated in Alberto Manguels classic fantasy anthology Black Water as one of the greatest ghost stories ever penned. This tale, while echoing the themes of The Turn Of The Screw, transcends the typical ghost story by delving into a profound psychological exploration of love that surpasses even death itself. It intricately examines the mind of a woman torn between her yearning for love in the physical realm and the haunting presence of her beloved. Discover how the supernatural can feel achingly real through the eyes of ...

Henry James penned several captivating ghost stories, with The Turn of the Screw standing out as the most renowned. But did James himself believe in ghosts, much like many of his contemporaries? While it‚s often possible to interpret his spectral figures through earthly lenses, such as Freudian analysis, Sir Edmund Orme presents a different challenge. Here, we encounter a genuine ghost, narrated through the voice of a third man whose judgments remain conspicuously absent, much like the ambiguity found in The Turn of the Screw. The tale intertwines two love affairs across generations, with ...

The Jolly Corner, first published in 1908, is often hailed as a masterful ghost story, second only to The Turn of the Screw. The tale follows Spencer Brydon, a 56-year-old American who returns to New York after spending 33 years in Europe, where he has seemingly achieved little while living off his inherited properties. As he rekindles his friendship with Alice Staverton and engages in the potential development of a property, he begins to confront the life choices that have shaped him. The ghost he encounters represents the life he might have lived, leading to a haunting and thought-provoking ...