The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction By: John Alexander Hammerton (1871-1949) |
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"The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction" is a comprehensive collection of classic fiction works curated by John Alexander Hammerton. This volume showcases a diverse range of stories from various time periods and genres, making it a great read for those looking to explore different styles of storytelling.
Hammerton's selection of stories is well-rounded and includes well-known classics as well as lesser-known gems that deserve more recognition. Each story is accompanied by insightful commentary and analysis, providing readers with context and understanding of the author's intentions.
Overall, "The World's Greatest Books — Volume 08 — Fiction" is a valuable addition to any bookshelf, offering a rich tapestry of literary works that will appeal to a wide audience. Whether you are a seasoned reader or new to the world of fiction, this collection has something for everyone to enjoy. JOINT EDITORS ARTHUR MEE Editor and Founder of the Book of Knowledge J.A. HAMMERTON Editor of Harmsworth's Universal Encyclopaedia VOL. VIII FICTION MCMX TABLE OF CONTENTS SCOTT, SIR WALTER ( Continued ) Quentin Durward Rob Roy Talisman SHELLEY, MARY WOLLSTONECRAFT Frankenstein SIDNEY, SIR PHILIP Arcadia SMOLLET, TOBIAS Roderick Random Peregrine Pickle STAËL, MME. DE Corinne STENDHAL (HENRI BEYLE) Chartreuse of Parma STERNE, LAURENCE Tristram Shandy STOWE, HARRIET BEECHER Uncle Tom's Cabin SUE, EUGÈNE Mysteries of Paris SWIFT, JONATHAN Gulliver's Travels THACKERAY, WILLIAM MAKEPEACE Newcomes Virginians Vanity Fair TOLSTOY, COUNT LYOF N. Anna Karenina TROLLOPE, ANTHONY The Warden Barchester Towers TURGENEV, IVAN Fathers and Sons A Nest of Nobles Smoke VERNE, JULES Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea WALPOLE, HORACE Castle of Otranto ZOLA, ÉMILE Drink A Complete Index of THE WORLD'S GREATEST BOOKS will be found at the end of Volume XX. SIR WALTER SCOTT Quentin Durward In mentioning "Quentin Durward" for the first time Scott speaks of himself as having been ill, and "Peveril" as having suffered through it... Continue reading book >>
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