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"Il castello di Otranto" è il primo vero romanzo gotico; tipico anche l'artificio di far passare il romanzo come una traduzione da un manoscritto italiano; artificio che poi fu lasciato cadere nelle edizioni successive alla prima, del 1764. L'idea che sottosta all'opera è l'intenzione di unire il romanzo storico al romanzo di fantasia; di fatto la storia della vita di Manfredi di Sicilia ha ispirato alcune parti della trama.

High above a forgotten kingdom, Castle Ontaro has stood untouched for centuries—its secrets buried behind stone walls and ancient legends. When a young outsider stumbles upon the castle's hidden past, they are drawn into a world of lost magic, dangerous alliances, and a mystery that could change the fate of the realm forever. Castle of Ontaro is a captivating gothic adventure filled with intrigue, courage, and the enduring power of hope.

Situados en la selva misionera, un ambiente exótico y peligroso, estos ocho cuentos narran curiosas historias protagonizadas por pintorescos personajes como flamencos, yacarés, tigres, tortugas y coatíes. Lectura ideal para niños y jóvenes, estos cuentos se encuentran narrados de manera impecable; usando un lenguaje preciso y claro, cada historia nos deja una enseñanza de vida para escuchar una y otra vez.

L'idea centrale è un ménage a trois, lui, lei e il di lui migliore amico. Ma è un ménage à trois ben diverso da quelli cui siamo abituati. Il migliore amico ha sofferto in silenzio, vivendosi un amore platonico che perdiana, non vale mai quanto un amore epicureo, visto che Madonna Fiammetta si mangia in insalata qualunque Beatrice o Laura. Poi "lui" muore, e rimangono "lei" e l'amico. Ad amarsi, chiaro.

On the day of his wedding, Conrad, heir to the house of Otranto, is killed under mysterious circumstances. His calculating father, Manfred, fears that his dynasty will now come to an end and determines to marry his son’s bride himself—despite the fact he is already married. But a series of...

The Ultimate Classics Collection: Volume Five is the fifth instalment of our wide-ranging classic collections. Volume Five features 14 essential works that reach across Europe, America, and Russia - from Twain to Dostoyevsky to Austen - to bring together some of the most influential authors of the 18th and 19th century. Read by a cast of incredible narrators, this is a chance to expand your listening by going deeper into some of your favourite authors' works and find your new favourite piece of classic literature.

The 18th Century Classics Collection steps into the vibrant and tumultuous world of 18th century Europe. With this captivating anthology of some of the most influential works of 1700s literature, we encounter biting satire, passionate romance, and political tumultuousness. From the philosophical musings of Candide to the dark, gothic suspense of The Monk, this collection provides an eclectic mix of narrative styles and genres, capturing the essence of an age marked by intellectual revolution, social upheaval, and profound artistic expression.

Publicado por primera vez en 1966, este celebrado libro de Susan Sontag, su primera colección de ensayos, se convirtió rápidamente en un clásico contemporáneo que ha tenido una gran influencia en el pensamiento sobre el arte y la cultura actuales, no solo circunscrita a Estados Unidos.

Fortællinger fra regnskoven er en samling dyrefabler fra den argentinske regnskov og blev oprindelig skrevet til Quirogas egne børn, for at de kunne lære at begå sig i den regnskov, de boede i. I dag fanger de otte dyrefabler både voksne og børn, fordi deres eventyrlige mystik og humor er...

Fortællinger fra regnskoven er en samling dyrefabler fra den argentinske regnskov og blev oprindelig skrevet til Quirogas egne børn, for at de kunne lære at begå sig i den regnskov, de boede i. I dag fanger de otte dyrefabler både voksne og børn, fordi deres eventyrlige mystik og humor er...

Enjoy historic stories about trapping, songs, seals, communities and more in this early edition of Them Days Magazine...

Nella narrativa quioroghiana tutto riconduce al confronto tra uomo e natura in un parallelo che richiama la dualità Uomo-Destino della cultura classica. Le descrizioni naturalistiche, minuziose e precise, evidenziano una forte conflittualità nella relazione e la natura ostile, cieca, ma giusta è quasi sempre vincitrice sull'uomo. La morte del contadino o del pescatore a causa di un qualche animale selvaggio, che sia un serpente velenoso, un coccodrillo o un parassita del sangue, sono sempre parte di un gioco letale in cui l'uomo cerca di sopraffare la natura.

Quiroga fue, quizás, el más importante creador latinoamericano de relatos breves.

This audiobook is narrated by an AI Voice. El hombre pisó algo blando en la selva y sintió enseguida la mordedura en el pie. Una yararacusú. El pie se le hincha, la pierna se le vuelve monstruosa, la sed lo devora. El aguardiente no le sabe a nada. Su mujer no puede ayudarlo. No queda más...

Un podcast sobre los lugares del mundo que he visitado, porque viajar es una forma de permanecer vivo, de dejar huellas e invertir en recuerdos. Desde Buenos Aires, Argentina, les dejo mi voz esparcida por el fascinante mapa del mundo.

Una serpiente muerde el pie de Paulino. A causa de ello, el hombre iniciará una cadena de acciones para salvar su vida que terminarán en el vertiginoso río Paraná. Una historia que señala la impotencia del hombre frente al infinito poder de la naturaleza.

The Castle of Otranto is a foundational work of Gothic fiction and one of the earliest novels to combine medieval setting, supernatural terror, family secrets, prophecy, and emotional melodrama. Set in a haunted castle filled with hidden passages, mysterious signs, and ancestral shadows, the story follows Prince Manfred as his ambition and fear drive him toward increasingly desperate acts. After a shocking supernatural event disrupts his family line, Manfred becomes obsessed with preserving power and securing his dynasty.

A gripping firsthand account of courage, resilience, and survival during the Great War. In My German Prisons, Captain Horace Gray Gilliland delivers an uncensored, deeply personal narrative of his experiences as a British officer captured during the brutal battles of World War I. For two and a...

"Our Southern Highlanders" by Horace Kephart delves into the lives and landscapes of the Appalachian region, focusing particularly on the mountaineers of the Southern highlands. Kephart explores the characteristics, culture, and isolation of the people living in these rugged mountains, painting a vivid picture of both their struggles and the stunning natural environment that surrounds them. In a historical context of the Southern mountaineers, Kephart highlights their reputation as fierce and solitary individuals, oftentimes misunderstood and under appreciated. After living among them for ...

In the Introduction to Camping and Woodcraft, Horace Kephart wrote: “My one aim in writing this little book is to make it of practical service to those who seek rest or sport in the wilderness, or whose business calls them thither.” The author further described the content of this book: “In the following chapters I offer some suggestions on outfitting, making camps, dressing and keeping game and fish, camp cookery, forest travel, how to avoid getting lost, and what to do if one does get lost, living off the country, what the different species of trees are good for (from a camper's ...