Mary Elizabeth Braddon Boeken

A 19th-century novel about a woman who, when confronted by treachery and deceit is forced to use all her ingenuity and courage to preserve her integrity.

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The beauty of the child-like Lady Audley would suggest that she has no secrets. Combining the elements of the detective novel, the psychological thriller and the romance of upper class life, this sensation novel uncovers the truth about the heroine in a plot involving bigamy, arson and murder

Set in the atmospheric backdrop of flickering candlelight, this collection features chilling stories from renowned Victorian writers such as Sheridan Le Fanu, Catherine Crowe, and Mary Elizabeth Braddon. Each tale captures the eerie essence of the era, showcasing the authors' mastery in crafting suspenseful narratives that delve into the supernatural and the uncanny. These haunting stories reflect the Victorian fascination with the mysterious and the macabre, inviting readers into a world of ghostly encounters and psychological intrigue.

Aurora Floyd (1862-3) and Braddon's earlier novel Lady Audley's Secret established her as one of the ruling triumvirate of the popular and notorious "sensation novelists." Like Lady Audley, Aurora is a beautiful young woman bigamously married and threatened with exposure by a blackmailer. In this, the only critical edition of a popular "sensation novel," P.D. Edward's introduction evaluates its leading place among "bigamy-novels" and Braddon's treatment of the power struggle between the sexes, as well as considering the similarities between the author and her heroine.

The narrative centers on Isabel Sleaford, a woman married to a devoted but dull physician. Her contentment is disrupted when she encounters a literary figure who matches her intellectual interests. As Isabel navigates the complexities of her emotions and desires, the story explores her journey toward maturity, paralleling the dramatic elements found in her beloved literature. First published in 1864, this reimagining of Madame Bovary employs a layered storytelling approach, blending themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery.

This volume offers a faithful reprint of the original 1867 edition, preserving the quality and content of the early work. It provides readers with a glimpse into the historical perspectives on birds of prey, showcasing the author's insights and observations from that time. The book is ideal for enthusiasts of ornithology and history alike, reflecting the enduring fascination with these majestic birds.

Delve into a collection of ghostly tales crafted by some of the most celebrated authors from the 19th and 20th centuries. This anthology offers a diverse array of eerie narratives that explore themes of the supernatural and the unknown, providing readers with hours of captivating and chilling reading experiences. Each story showcases the unique style and imagination of its author, ensuring a rich and haunting literary journey.

Thou art the Man - A Novel. Stereotyped Edition is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1895. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Die achtzehnjährige Bella Rolleston wird Gesellschafterin der reichen Lady Ducayne und begleitet sie nach Italien. Zwei Vorgängerinnen sind unter mysteriösen Umständen gestorben, und Bella fühlt sich zunehmend unwohl, hat seltsame Träume und entdeckt Narben an ihren Armen. M. E. Braddon erzählt hier eine moderne Vampirgeschichte, die ein Jahr vor Bram Stokers „Dracula“ erschien.