Henry Morley Boeken

Metrische vertaling van het Oud-Griekse epos over de wrok van Achilles, de grootste Griekse held, tegen Agamemnon, die zijn geliefde slavin heeft afgenomen.

The Natural History of Selborne (1789) is the distillation of a lifetime of observing nature, and ranges far beyond White's immediate neighbourhood noted in the title. Written during a turbulent time in world history, it is a celebration of the endeavours of both human beings and animals to survive. White's main aims were to induce readers to pay more attention to the wonders around them, and to advance their knowledge of the variety of life: his success has made this book a classic, and has made his name one of the most revered among British naturalists.

Samuel Pepys begon zijn dagboek op 1 januari 1660 en hield dit negen jaar lang bij, tot zijn slechte ogen hem dwongen te stoppen. Hij schreef zijn openhartige bekentenissen in een geheimschrift dat pas in de vorige eeuw werd ontcijferd. Heleen ten Holt stelde een boek samen dat de mens, de bon-vivant en de puritein Pepys op een breed en gevarieerd wijze laat zien. In het dagboek komt Pepys naar voren als een vitaal mens, voor wie een leven zonder boeken ook denkbaar was, met smakelijk eten, vrouwen, muziek, theater en gezellige gesprekken. Hij beschrijft alles wat hij meemaakt, van zijn moeilijkheden met de stoelgang tot zijn interacties met koning Karel II, waarbij hij zijn plicht als ambtenaar aan het Navy Office vervult. Ondanks zijn preutse inslag, gevormd door de tijd van Cromwell en de puriteinen, blijft zijn vlees zwak. Pepys' dagboek biedt ook een schitterend stuk maatschappelijke reportage van de zeventiende eeuw, waarin onderwerpen als de topografie van Londen, wetenschappen, kunst, cultuur, financiën, politiek, folklore, de London Fire, de Great Plague, de restauratie van Karel II en de zeeoorlogen met de Republiek aan bod komen.

Imagine an enthusiastic young man who encounters a scholar he idolizes. For decades, he accompanies this figure, meticulously recording everything his idol does or says: whom he visits, what he eats, with whom, in which pubs, and the conversations that unfold. Picture the scholar as witty, highly educated, tempestuous, quick-witted, and a profoundly contradictory, free, and fascinating spirit. The young man is sensitive and possesses a sense of humor. This scenario encapsulates the essence of the most famous biography of all time: James Boswell's life description of Dr. Samuel Johnson, the writer, lexicographer, and literary authority of the 18th century. From the captivating portrait of an extraordinary man emerges a vivid depiction of his era and our European culture.

All the world's an Xbox and you're a playerCandide is an optimist. A dreamer. He believes that everything is for the best in the best of all possible worlds. But that belief is about to be tested as Candide's comfortable life is overtaken by an endless barrage of misfortune.First published in 1759, the story traces the journey of a young man who leads a sheltered life, believing that mankind lives in the best of all possible worlds and that everything happens for the best. But Candide's happiness comes to a sharp end when he is unfairly evicted from his uncle's castle for kissing his cousin and true love, Lady Cunégonde. Cast out into the big wide world, Candide is forced to confront reality.As his world collapses around him, we are transported across the centuries to new locations and parallel universes. How will Candide's optimism fare when it collides with life in the twenty-first century?

This reprint preserves the original text from 1857, offering readers a glimpse into the historical context and literary style of the time. It serves as a valuable resource for those interested in classic literature and the themes explored in the work, reflecting the cultural and societal norms of its era. The book invites both new readers and enthusiasts of historical texts to engage with its enduring narrative and insights.

This book is a reproduction of an original historical work, published by Megali, a house dedicated to producing large print editions. This initiative aims to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision, ensuring that important historical texts remain available and easy to read for a wider audience.

The book is a reproduction of a historical work, produced by Megali, a publishing house dedicated to making literature accessible for individuals with impaired vision. It features large print formatting, ensuring easier reading and engagement with the text.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to accommodate readers with impaired vision. The publishing house Megali focuses on making classic texts more accessible, ensuring that important literature can be enjoyed by a wider audience.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance readability for individuals with impaired vision. Published by Megali, the focus is on accessibility, ensuring that classic texts are available to a wider audience while preserving their original content.

This publication focuses on making historical works accessible by offering them in large print, catering specifically to individuals with impaired vision. The initiative by Megali aims to enhance the reading experience for those who may struggle with standard text sizes, ensuring that important historical content remains available to a wider audience.

This book is a reproduction of a historical work, presented in large print to enhance accessibility for readers with impaired vision. Published by Megali, a house dedicated to making literature more inclusive, it aims to preserve and share important texts while ensuring they are easily readable.