The Absentee - format ePub

 ¿Qué te queda por desear cuando ya lo tienes todo?El conde  de Glenthorn fallece dejando a su heredero su título y una enorme fortuna. El joven conde se entrega sin medida a las diversiones y vicios...

Welcome to the Essential Novelists book series, were we present to you the best works of remarkable authors. For this book, the literary critic August Nemo has chosen the two most important and meaningful...

La Biblioteca Clàssica del Núvol us presenta Maria Edgeworth (1767-1849), una autora irlandesa desconeguda a casa nostra i que fins ara no havia estat mai traduïda al català. Jane Austen l'admirava de...

Lord Glenthorn is bored and lacking oomph. But before you feel sorry for him, it is worth knowing that he has a pile of money, a grand title, estates in England and Ireland and no stress.That is until...

It is 'Downton Abbey' meets 'Succession' - but in the 18th century.Four generations of heirs to the Rackrent estate in Ireland are shown to have unique talents for mismanaging it.The careless big spender...

Maria Edgeworth's 'Leonora' is a significant work that delves into the societal norms and expectations of the time, highlighting the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. Written in the early 19th...

Maria Edgeworth's 'Castle Rackrent' is a landmark novel in the development of the English novel, as it is often considered the first true historical novel. Set in 18th century Ireland, the book chronicles...

Maria Edgeworth's 'Helen' is a captivating novel that delves into the themes of family, duty, and the struggle between tradition and personal desire. Written in the early 19th century, 'Helen' showcases...

Just before coming of age, Lord Colambre, the young hero of the novel, finds that his mother Lady Clonbrony's attempts to buy her way into the high society of London are only ridiculed, while his father,...

Belinda is an 1801 novel by the Anglo-Irish writer Maria Edgeworth. The novel was considered controversial in its day for its depiction of an interracial marriage. Belinda is a young lady who lives with...

The plot of the novel centers on the newly married Leonora and her decision to bring back to England a woman who had been exiled to France. The woman, Olivia, is known as a "coquette," and her controversial...

Patronage provides a fascinating glimpse into the society of the time, from the aristocracy and ballrooms of London to the life of a young doctor or lawyer on the make. The story centers on two families,...

The author has taken a serious subject in the history of Ireland and as always masterfully presented it in a funny, ironic and entertaining way. This historical novel is a story of four generations of...

Patronage was among the first novels with a thesis and as such, it opened the way for Sir Walter Scott's historical novels.In the novel, Edgeworth focuses on and scrupulously explores the various types...

Maria Edgeworth's novel, Patronage, published in 1814, captures the social and political landscape of early 19th-century Britain. Through its exploration of themes such as class, gender, and patronage,...

Maria Edgeworth's 'The Parent's Assistant; Or, Stories for Children' is a collection of moral tales meant to educate and entertain young readers. Published in 1796, during the height of the British Romantic...

It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen. Winston Smith, his chin nuzzled into his breast in an effort to escape the vile wind, slipped quickly through the glass doors...

'Mason has been mainlining Simenon for a while, and it shows' Mick Herron'The very definition of unputdownable' David Peace'It's like the provincial British version of Maigret' Clare ChambersBournemouth...

In England, at the turn of the 18th century, the young and beautiful Elizabeth Bennet is faced with a major life decision: the choice of a suitable husband. The smug Mr. Darcy is hardly an option, but...

'Mason has been mainlining Simenon for a while, and it shows' Mick Herron'The very definition of unputdownable' David Peace'It's like the provincial British version of Maigret' Clare ChambersThe people...

Finally reaching the shores of Jargoiden, the four companions discover that following the kaerlings is not as straightforward as they had imagined. "The relatively peaceful opening moves through a series...

When an American soldier Mahone is left for dead in the Amazon jungle after a disastrous training mission, he never expects to be saved by a strange woman named Kaya. As they hid their secret affection,...

This is a collection of Poetries written in draft mode, while sitting on the toilet commode. Poetry can truly happen anywhere, especially when one is in strain or pain. While waiting for poop to happen,...

Najeemah has been having dreams and visions of a man she believes is God's ordained husband for her. Afraid to share these revelations, she confides in her friend Sweetie, only to face skepticism and...

In a matter of months, 20-year-old Drew will become a nuclear time bomb. He'll then live out the rest of his days as the most famous living sacrifice in this sector, responsible for representing all the...

In the heart of the enduring global war on terror, Jack Debaut yearns to follow in his father's footsteps and serve his country. As he transitions from the US Army Rangers after Desert Storm in 1990,...

'It is only shallow people who do not judge by appearances' Lord Wotton The young, naive, and astonishingly beautiful Dorian Gray meets the cynical and hedonistic Lord Wotton, with whom he begins to...

'All animals are equal.' They are robbed of the fruits of their labour, fenced-in or caged. The animals on Manor Farm have had enough. They start a rebellion - for a better world, in which all animals...

"Yatırımlarınızın Anahtarını Keşfedin: Strateji, Risk Yönetimi ve Başarı İçin Bilgiyle Donanın"Finansal özgürlüğünüzü sağlamanın ve geleceğinizi güvence altına almanın yollarını mı arıyorsunuz? "Yatırımlarınızın...

Peyzaj ve Çim Bakımı: Bahçenizi Şekillendirmek İçin Kapsamlı Rehber adlı bu kitap, bahçe tasarımında çimlerin rolünü ve peyzaj düzenlemelerindeki önemini detaylı bir şekilde ele alır. Bahçenizin estetik...

Bu kapsamlı kitap, çeşitli vegan tarifler sunarak, her öğünü özel kılmak için mükemmel bir kaynaktır. İçinde bulacağınız tarifler şunları içerir:Başlangıçlar ve Atıştırmalıklar: Lezzetli ve sağlıklı küçük...

A man seeks resolution when the spirit of his abusive mother calls from the grave. A sex worker finds temporary salvation with a returning Australian tourist professing his love. The afterlife plays host...

The savagely satirical fifth venture into the chaotic universes of Two-Dan $mith (sic).When Tom's non-payment of a parking fine coincides with the breeding season of his security forces and the rise of...

Your steamy, billionaire contemporary romance awaits! Stephanie Chandler. Heiress. Betrayed.I'm an heiress to billions, and most people can't see past the dollars.They don't care for me; they only care...

"On Dakikada Hazırlanacak Yiyecekler" kitabı, modern yaşamın hızlı temposuna uyum sağlayacak pratik ve lezzetli tarifler sunar. Yoğun günlerde zaman kazanmanıza yardımcı olacak bu kitap, sadece 10 dakikada...

In 'The Ephemeris Protocol', Elizabeth, Paul and Zac are in Paris for a spot of counterespionage (not sponge diving!); it's also Elizabeth's birthday.  What should have been a simple case of following...

Short story of a man's love for his dog. Gross out. 10/10 would not recommend

The time has come! Jesus and Nefertiti, who, after the massacre at the temple, will be called Ammut by everyone, head to Sakkara to begin the construction of something gigantic to serve as a signal to...

This is the first book in the Pump Wizards series.In the Duchy, Kitten risked his life to become a wizard so that he could play in a pump band. The music is great. Playing for the fans as they dance with...

Your steamy, billionaire contemporary romance awaits! Tristan Booker. Playboy. Reprobate.I'm society's favorite bachelor. A different woman is on my arm every night.Women are more in love with my bank...

Blade of the Ghost (A Novella in The Red Tomorrow Series)By Joseph CruzIn the dark corners of Mars, war, deception, and survival are daily battles for those left behind on this forgotten planet. Blade...

The "Bitter Sweetness" is a complex emotional experience that often encompasses feelings of longing, heartache, and a deep sense of loss or yearning. It is a paradoxical blend of beauty and suffering,...

Fading Echoes is a captivating exploration of identity, following the intertwined lives of Aarav, a gifted artist haunted by existential fears, and Maya, a writer searching for deeper meaning in a world...

In The Red Kimono, Zac is on the trail of Guy Frobisher, an art collector who, whether unlucky or careless, has a habit of losing his paintings ... and his lovers. Zac is unconvinced that there is a link...

In the bustling streets of New York, in the late 1800s, Mary Cooper's life had taken a devastating turn. A young woman of unwavering strength and quiet faith, Mary found herself attacked and violated,...

Yuuki is a young student and renowned dancer. At a young age he has achieved success and has become independent, as he chose to distance himself from his family despite having a good economic position....