The Sorrows of Satan is an 1895 faustian novel by Marie Corelli. It is widely regarded as one of the world's first bestsellers, partly due to an upheaval in the system British libraries used to purchase...

British novelist of fantastic and occult fiction. She enjoyed a period of great literary success from the publication of her first novel in 1886 until World War I, outselling her popular contemporaries,...

I, who write this, am a dead man. Dead legally—dead by absolute proofs—dead and buried! Ask for me in my native city and they will tell you I was one of the victims of the cholera that ravaged Naples...

The Sorrows of Satan (1895) is a  Faustian novel by Marie Corelli. It is widely regarded as one of the world's first best-sellers – partly due to an upheaval in the system British libraries used to purchase...

Cannes a fine Novecento Una giovane pianista malata di nervi viene salvata da un pittore italiano che la affida alle cure del misterioso maestro caldeo Heliobas. I trattamenti a base di elisir "elettrici"...

On the surface the plot follows the story of a penniless, starving author called Geoffrey Tempest. So poor that he is behind on his rent and can barely afford light in his room, he receives three letters....

This edition includes the following editor's introduction: Marie Corelli, the flamboyant, irreverent and iconoclastic best-selling writer of the Victorian era First published in 1886, "Vendetta!”...

Marie Corelli's 'A Romance of Two Worlds' is a compelling novel that combines elements of romance and spiritualism in a unique literary style. Set in late 19th century England, the book follows the story...

In 'Love, and the Philosopher: A Study in Sentiment' by Marie Corelli, the author portrays a thought-provoking narrative that delves into the intricacies of love and philosophy. Through her lyrical and...

Marie Corelli's novel 'Thelma' is a captivating tale that delves into themes of love, spirituality, and the power of self-discovery. Set in the late 19th century, Corelli's writing style is ornate and...

In Marie Corelli's novel, 'The Treasure of Heaven,' the reader is taken on a suspenseful journey filled with mysticism and intrigue. Set in the late 19th century, Corelli's unique literary style combines...

A Romance of Two Worlds was Marie Corelli's first novel, published in 1886. It referenced the contemporary debate between creationism and evolution, as well as supernatural themes, overlaid with elements...

The Sorrows of Satan was one of the first modern bestsellers and was influential in establishing some of the major trends in twentieth-century bestselling fiction. The setting is London, 1895, and the...

Marie Corelli's novel 'The Murder of Delicia' is a captivating blend of mystery and drama set in late 19th century England. The story follows the investigation of the brutal murder of a young socialite,...

Marie Corelli's 'Innocent: her fancy and his fact' is a compelling novel that explores themes of innocence, love, and societal expectations through the lens of its two protagonists. Corelli's literary...

In Marie Corelli's novel 'Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy,' readers are immersed in a gripping tale that explores the quest for power and control. The book delves into themes of ambition, manipulation,...

Geoffrey Tempest a penniless, starving author so poor that he is behind on his rent and can barely afford light in his room. One day he receives three letters. The first is from a friend in Australia...

Marie Corelli's novel 'Thelma' takes place in Victorian England and follows the story of a young woman who must navigate the complexities of love, jealousy, and societal expectations. Corelli's writing...

Marie Corelli's 'Ziska: The Problem of a Wicked Soul' is a captivating gothic novel filled with mysterious occurrences and supernatural elements. Set in Egypt, the story follows the protagonist, Ziska,...

Marie Corelli's 'Ardath' is a captivating blend of romance, fantasy, and spiritual themes set in a mysterious and enchanting world. Rich with vivid descriptions and poetic language, Corelli's literary...

Marie Corelli's novel 'Vendetta' is a classic tale of love, revenge, and redemption set in the lush Italian countryside. With rich descriptions and eloquent prose, Corelli paints a vivid picture of the...

Marie Corelli's 'The Soul of Lilith' is an enchanting novel that explores the themes of spirituality, identity, and the essence of the human soul. Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Corelli creates...

Marie Corelli's 'Ziska' is a captivating Gothic classic that delves into themes of the supernatural, romance, and historical mystery. The novel features richly descriptive prose, creating a hauntingly...

Marie Corelli's 'Temporal Power: A Study in Supremacy' is a thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of power, both political and spiritual. Set in the late 19th century, Corelli's narrative...

The old by-road went rambling down into a dell of deep green shadow. It was a reprobate of a road,-a vagrant of the land,-having long ago wandered out of straight and even courses and taken to meandering...

On the surface the plot follows the story of a penniless, starving author called Geoffrey Tempest. So poor that he is behind on his rent and can barely afford light in his room, he receives three letters....

Marie Corelli (1855-1924) kennt heutzutage kaum noch jemand. Zu Lebzeiten jedoch war die britische Okkultistin eine sehr erfolgreiche Bestseller-Autorin: Von 1886, als ihr erster Roman erschien, bis zum...

The old by–road went rambling down into a dell of deep green shadow. It was a reprobate of a road,—a vagrant of the land,—having long ago wandered out of straight and even courses and taken to meandering...

"Ziska" is a supernatural and thrilling story about love, passion, treason and revenge, set in the late 19th-century Cairo. Ziska is a reincarnation of an ancient Egyptian woman who was killed by her...

Marie Corelli's 'The Sorrows of Satan' is a chilling horror classic that delves into themes of temptation, morality, and the supernatural. Set in late 19th century London, the novel follows the story...