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This captivating collection brings together some of Jane Austens earliest literary endeavors, showcasing her unique voice and style. Included are Love & Freindship and Lesley Castle, both cleverly narrated through letters penned by the characters themselves. Youll also find her delightful History of England, a Collection of Letters, and a chapter filled with Scraps. In these early works, we glimpse the foundations of Austens literary genius and encounter the early iterations of characters who later became iconic. G. K. Chesterton notes the foreshadowing of famous figures, suggesting that ...

Married Love is a groundbreaking sex education manual that first graced the shelves in 1918. Selling tens of thousands of copies, it was one of the earliest works to candidly explore topics such as the differences in male and female sexual desire, all presented in an accessible format for everyday readers. This sixth edition, revised and expanded in 1919, retains the core text while introducing an appendix filled with additional insights, including information on sexual health during pregnancy. (Summary by Archive.org)

Love story of Raja Nala and Damayanti is legendary and has been translated in many languages. This love story if narrated in the great epic Mahabharata during the Vana Parva under the chapter Nalopakhyana. This is a story of love, loss and redemption which shows how Nala lost his everything because of one folly of his and how his wise wife Damayanti ensured that they get reunited and flourish.

Storytelling, a tradition that built human civilization, may soon destroy it Humans are storytelling animals. Stories are what make our societies possible. Countless books celebrate their virtues. But Jonathan Gottschall, an expert on the science of stories, argues that there is a dark side to...

John Auden was a pioneering geologist of the Himalayas. Michael Spender was the first to survey the northern approach to the summit of Mount Everest. While their younger brothers - W. H. Auden and Stephen Spender - achieved literary fame, they vied for a place on an expedition that would finally conquer Everest, a quest that had become a metaphor for Britain’s efforts to maintain power over India. To this rivalry was added another: in the summer of 1938 both men fell in love with a painter named Nancy Sharp. Her choice would determine each man’s wartime loyalties.

Love stories that fit in the palm of your hand. Love Notes are bi-weekly short stories about intimate moments between strangers, lovers, family members, and friends. This podcast is for the BookTok girlies. The ones who grew up on a daily dose of Wattpad and Fanfiction. The ones who passionately bookmark fics on their AO3 account. You're hooked on romance. You need it just as much as you need your next breath. Add this podcast to your pillbox and breathe easy. Love, Rachel

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Immerse yourself in Silver Pitchers, a captivating collection of nine short stories from the beloved Louisa May Alcott, renowned for her classic Little Women. These beautifully crafted period pieces offer a delightful blend of wisdom, nostalgia, humor, romance, and adventure, drawing upon themes steeped in early American history. From tales of temperance and European travels to rural life and the exuberance of young love during the American Centennial celebration, each story invites you on a journey through time and emotion. (Summary by Michele Fry)

Step into the poignant world of Heloise and Abelard, a tale of forbidden love that transcends time. Heloise, a fiercely intelligent woman fluent in Latin, Greek, and Hebrew, fell for her tutor, Abelard, at just 19 while living under the watchful eye of her uncle Fulbert. Their passionate affair led to the birth of their child, Astrolabe, but tragedy struck when Fulbert discovered their secret. Abelard faced a brutal assault that left him castrated, while Heloise sought refuge in a convent. Exiled to Brittany, Abelard embraced monastic life, and Heloise eventually became the abbess of the ...

Dive into the captivating world of historical romance with Love Affairs of the Courts of Europe. In this delightful collection, Thornton Hall recounts the real-life love stories of iconic figures who once graced the grand courts of Europe. With a writing style that is both entertaining and accessible, Hall masterfully weaves together tales of charm, passion, and intrigue. While he may sprinkle in some embellishments, these flourishes only enhance the allure of each narrative. Join us on this enchanting journey through historys most romantic tales!

Story & script by Tessa Coleman. Produced & directed by Andrea Earl. Soundstage & audio production by JP Le Blond. Theme music arranged & performed by Damien Cayro. A Pink Granite Studio production recorded on location in Jersey.

The Power of Sympathy, published in Boston in January 1789, holds the distinction of being the first American novel. This captivating epistolary tale unfolds the tragic romance between an orphaned girl and a man of good family, culminating in a dramatic twist and heart-wrenching conclusion. Inspired by a real scandal within the Apthorp family of Boston, the characters of Ophelia and Martin echo the tumultuous events of their lives. Initially published anonymously, the true authorship remained a mystery for over a century, with Boston antiquarians eventually suggesting the poet Sarah (Apthorp) ...

The iconoclastic writer and director of the revered classic Withnail & I—"The funniest British film of all time" (Esquire)—returns to London in a decade-long examination of the most provocative murder investigation in British history, and finally solves the identity of the killer known as...

Der er startet en ny pige i Jonnies klasse. Hun hedder Lotte og vil helst bare være for sig selv. Det er der ikke nogen, der kan forstå, og heller ikke Jonnie er i starten helt med på hvorfor. Men så lærer han Lotte lidt bedre at kende, og finder ud af, hvorfor hun holder sig for sig selv. Det er bare lidt ærgerligt, når nu Jonnie er gået hen og blevet forelsket i hende. Hans-Eric Hellberg (f. 1927) er en svensk forfatter, der har skrevet en lang række børnebøger, hvoraf mange er oversat til dansk.

LOVE STORY PODCAST

Dive into the life of Nat Love, an individual who lived through extraordinary circumstances. Born into slavery, raised as a cowboy, and later working as a Pullman Porter, his life story is nothing short of fascinating. Despite experiencing ownership akin to a farm animal due to his skin color and later sharing an equal footing with his white coworkers, Love shockingly harbored strong prejudices of his own. He held deep-seated racist views towards Indians and Mexicans, often expressing these beliefs through violent actions. His life was a paradox, even falling in love with a Mexican girl whom ...

In Marriage, a History, historian and marriage expert Stephanie Coontz takes listeners from the marital intrigues of ancient Babylon to the torments of Victorian lovers to demonstrate how recent the idea of marrying for love is - and how absurd it would have seemed to most of our ancestors. It was when marriage moved into the emotional sphere in the 19th century, she argues, that it suffered as an institution just as it began to thrive as a personal relationship.

Born into the prominent Welsh Salusbury family and married to the affluent brewer Henry Thrale, Hester Piozzi mingled with some of the most illustrious figures of London society, including the renowned Samuel Johnson, whose biography was enriched by her insightful diaries. After the passing of both Mr. Thrale and her second husband, Gabriel Mario Piozzi, she found love once more at the age of 80 with William Augustus Conway, to whom she penned these heartfelt letters. - Summary by Carolin

Dive into the captivating world of Gustav Kobbe, a German-American music critic who lived during the vibrant era of Liszt and Wagner. With a distinct flair for storytelling, Kobbe offers a romantic and entertaining exploration of the loves and lives of seven iconic composers, all while firmly aligning himself with the Wagnerian perspective. His unique writing style, filled with rich imagery and unusual sentence constructions, transports listeners to the 19th century, making each chapter a delightful auditory experience. Wagner receives an especially thorough account, reflecting Kobbes personal...

Step into the world of British high society, where the real-life romances of the aristocracy rival the most scandalous tales of fiction. From passionate affairs to heart-wrenching betrayals, the stories of the peerage are filled with intrigue and drama that will captivate your imagination. Join us as we delve into the fascinating gossip and adventures that have shaped the romantic landscape of the upper class. - Summary by Carolin