Bayard Taylor était un poète, critique littéraire, traducteur et auteur de récits de voyage américain. Son œuvre se caractérise par des observations aiguisées de diverses cultures et de paysages, rendues avec un talent narratif captivant. Taylor abordait son art avec une profonde curiosité pour le monde et ses habitants, ce qui transparaît dans ses descriptions détaillées et vivaces. Ses écrits explorent fréquemment les thèmes du voyage, de la découverte et de la compréhension interculturelle.
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Set against the historical backdrop of the Volga River a century ago, the narrative weaves together factual elements from Russian author Petjerski with imaginative embellishments. The author aims to refine the harsh realities of the original chronicles, infusing them with emotion and coherence. Drawing from personal observations and other sources, the story explores the customs and character of a bygone society, presenting a blend of truth and fiction that offers a glimpse into a world that is both fascinating and increasingly difficult to believe.
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The Shelf2life Travelogues Collection offers readers a unique glimpse into the diverse landscape, culture and wildlife of the world from the perspective of late 19th and early 20th century esteemed travelers. From the exotic islands of Fiji to the lush jungles of Africa to the bustling streets of New York City, these picturesque backdrops set the scene for amusing, and at times prejudiced, anecdotes of adventure, survival and camaraderie. Photographs and whimsical illustrations complement the descriptive text, bringing to life the colorful characters encountered along the way. The Shelf2Life Travelogues Collection allows readers to embark on a voyage into the past to experience the world as it once was and meet the people who inhabited it.
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The Story of the America's First Gay Novel
Exploring themes of love and friendship, this edition features the original text of America’s first gay novel alongside insightful annotations. The narrative follows Joseph Asten, a Pennsylvania farmer, whose marriage to Julia Blessing is overshadowed by his deepening bond with Philip Held. As Julia's true nature unfolds, Joseph's emotional reliance on Philip intensifies, highlighting the complexities of love and identity in a historical context. The commentary by L.A. Fields enriches the reader's understanding of this groundbreaking work.
Méphisto rend parfois visite au Seigneur, qui ne dédaigne pas de parler au diable. Surtout s'il s'agit de Faust, ce savant, ce magicien... Satan aimerait tellement le tenter, le faire trébucher, gagner son âme pour l'éternité ! Et Dieu y consent. Car c'est le rôle du démon d'aiguillonner l'homme pour l'empêcher de sombrer dans la paresse. Méphisto approche alors Faust sous la forme d'un chien noir. Entre eux deux, c'est le grand marchandage. Le Malin offre au docteur la jeunesse, la puissance et la gloire. Celui-ci promet de se donner au diable si d'aventure quelque chose sur cette terre le retient ! Pari téméraire ! Lorsque après avoir bu le philtre de la sorcière, Faust découvre Marguerite dans sa beauté parfaite, il est prêt à se damner...
Joseph, a young man, marries a wealthy woman just as he is discovering an even more powerful love with his new friend Philip and must contend with the revelation of his wife's manipulative nature as well as his increasing feelings for Philip.Joseph and His Friend has been deemed the 'first gay novel' in America.It has also been noted for its enigmatic treatment of homosexuality. Roger Austen notes "In the nineteenth century Bayard Taylor had written that the reader who did not feel 'cryptic forces' at play in Joseph and His Friend would hardly be interested in the external movement of his novel