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Whether you're a longtime fan of French fiction or just beginning to explore the genre, this wide-ranging collection of short stories is an excellent grab-bag of tales from one of Europe's literary hotspots. Including masterworks from the likes of Balzac, Voltaire, Dumas, Hugo and many others, French Short Stories is a must-read for fans intent on expanding their horizons.
Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek
ISBN: 978-1-63421-071-3

In the mood for some swashbuckling tales of explorers' adventures in the exotic Orient? This varied collection is sure to fit the bill. A must-read for fans of fiction from the colonial period, these stories offer a tantalizing glimpse into the tumultuous era when the West and East first intersected.
Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek
ISBN: 978-1-62012-296-9

The early twentieth century was a period of sweeping change in Western literature, culture, and art. As the conventions of the Victorian and Edwardian periods gave way to daring modernist experiments, the entire conception of what fiction was and could be shifted. The diverse pieces collected in The Best British Short Stories of 1922 function as a microcosm of this fascinating period in literary history.
Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek
ISBN: 978-1-62012-051-4

Set sail for some swashbuckling fun on the high seas with this volume of ripping good yarns, all penned by British writers and all dealing with some aspect of life at sea. Fans of nautical and maritime action-adventure will relish this well-rounded collection of tales.
Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek
ISBN: 978-1-62013-979-0

Craving a good scare? Dip into this carefully selected collection of freaky, fear-inspiring and fantastical tales written by a who's-who of writers from the golden age of horror. Just a fair warning, though: you'll probably be sleeping with the light on tonight.

For many millennia, the history of the world has been written by, for, and about men. This fascinating volume takes a different approach, offering brief biographies of dozens of women who have played a role in key world events. Learn more about the influence and impact of ladies like Cleopatra, Joan of Arc, Pocahontas, Marie Antoinette, and many others.
Standort: Overdrive Onleihbibliothek
ISBN: 978-1-62012-821-3