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  • The Wonder (Cram Edition)
    J. D. (John Davys) Beresford
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Wonder pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Explore the chilling vision of a future society in J. D. Beresford’s 'The Wonder,' a work of science fiction that delves into the unsettling potential of utopian ideals. This thought-provoking novel, a classic of d...
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    27,98 €

  • THE MEMOIRS OF ADMIRAL LORD BERESFORD (Cram Edition)
    Charles William De la Poer... Beresford
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of THE MEMOIRS OF ADMIRAL LORD BERESFORD pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.'The Memoirs of Admiral Lord Charles Beresford' offers a compelling firsthand account of British naval history in the 19th century. Authored by Baron Charles William De la Poer Beresford ...
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    35,48 €

  • Signs & Wonders (Cram Edition)
    J. D. (John Davys) Beresford
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of Signs & Wonders pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.'Signs & Wonders' by J. D. Beresford explores profound themes of alien contact and psychological transformation within the framework of 20th-century English fiction. This compelling work delves into the potent...
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    20,98 €

  • The Prisoners of Hartling (Cram Edition)
    J. D. (John Davys) Beresford
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Prisoners of Hartling pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.'The Prisoners of Hartling' by John Davys Beresford explores the complex and often turbulent world of family life. A powerful work of psychological fiction, this literary novel delves into the intric...
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    25,27 €

  • The Jervaise Comedy (Cram Edition)
    J. D. (John Davys) Beresford
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Jervaise Comedy pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Rediscover the delightful wit and timeless social commentary of J. D. Beresford’s 'The Jervaise Comedy,' a classic of British literature. This meticulously prepared edition brings back into print a sparkli...
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    25,23 €

  • The Philosophy of Fine Art
    Francis Plumptre Beresford Osmaston / Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Philosophy of Fine Art pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Delve into the foundational principles of aesthetics with G. W. F. Hegel’s 'The Philosophy of Fine Art, Vol. 1 of 4,' also known as 'Hegel’s Aesthetik.' This seminal work of philosophy explores the ...
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    31,91 €

  • The Philosophy of Fine Art, Volume 2 (of 4)
    Francis Plumptre Beresford Osmaston / Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Philosophy of Fine Art, volume 2 (of 4) pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Delve into the profound world of aesthetics with G.W.F. Hegel’s 'The Philosophy of Fine Art, Vol. 2 of 4: Hegel’s Aesthetik.' This pivotal work in art theory explores the very essen...
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    29,68 €

  • The Philosophy of Fine Art, Volume 3 (of 4)
    Francis Plumptre Beresford Osmaston / Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
    This XpressRead Cram Edition of The Philosophy of Fine Art, volume 3 (of 4) pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.Delve into the profound depths of artistic expression with G. W. F. Hegel’s 'The Philosophy of Fine Art, Volume 3 of 4,' also known as 'Hegel’s Aesthetik.' This meticulously prepare...
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    31,84 €

  • Poems of Charles Cotton
    John Beresford
    'Poems of Charles Cotton 1630-1687' is a comprehensive collection of the verse of one of the seventeenth century’s most versatile and charming literary figures. Charles Cotton, perhaps best known for his contribution to Izaak Walton’s 'The Compleat Angler', was a master of the lyric form, celebrated for his evocative depictions of the English countryside, particularly the rugge...
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    27,94 €

  • The Pleasure Haunts of London During Four Centuries
    Edwin Beresford Chancellor
    'The Pleasure Haunts of London During Four Centuries' offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of London’s social life and leisure activities from the Tudor era through the early 20th century. Renowned historian E. Beresford Chancellor meticulously traces the evolution of the city’s entertainment landscape, guiding readers through the colorful history of its theaters, pl...
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    29,82 €

  • The Annals of Covent Garden and Its Neighbourhood
    Edwin Beresford Chancellor
    'The Annals of Covent Garden and Its Neighbourhood' is an exhaustive historical survey of one of London’s most vibrant and culturally significant districts. Written by the noted historian and topographer E. Beresford Chancellor, this work explores the evolution of the area from its origins as a walled garden belonging to the Abbey of Westminster to its transformation into a bus...
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    26,11 €

  • The Godfather of Downing Street
    John Beresford
    'The Godfather of Downing Street' is a scholarly and engaging biographical essay that explores the life and influence of Sir George Downing (1623-1684), the man for whom London’s most famous street is named. Author John Beresford provides a comprehensive examination of Downing’s remarkable and often controversial career, tracing his journey from his early education in New Engla...
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    26,06 €

  • Gossip of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries
    John Beresford
    'Gossip of the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries' is an evocative collection of historical sketches that illuminates the social fabric and personal lives of figures during two of Britain’s most storied eras. John Beresford expertly peels back the layers of formal history to reveal the intimate details, private correspondences, and social dynamics that defined the seventeenth...
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    23,14 €

  • The Hampdenshire Wonder
    John Davys Beresford
    'The Hampdenshire Wonder' is a pioneering work of science fiction that explores the profound and often unsettling possibilities of human evolution. Centering on the life of Victor Stott, a child born with a superhuman intellect that transcends the boundaries of contemporary knowledge, the novel delves into the implications of a mind far removed from ordinary human experience. W...
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    25,26 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes : Old Rowley' is a compelling biographical study of King Charles II, exploring the life and personality of one of England’s most fascinating and controversial monarchs. This volume examines the Restoration era through the lens of its central figure, focusing on the King’s reputation as the ultimate rake and his role in reviving the cultural and social li...
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    25,29 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes: Col. Charteris and the Duke of Wharton' is the third volume in E. Beresford Chancellor’s compelling series exploring the most notorious figures of British history. This work offers an in-depth biographical study of two men who defined the archetype of the rake during the 18th century. Through vivid historical accounts, Chancellor examines the scandalous...
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    25,21 €

  • The Regency Rakes
    Edwin Beresford Chancellor
    'The Regency Rakes' offers a fascinating and detailed exploration of the colorful, often scandalous figures who dominated the social life of early nineteenth-century England. Written by the noted historian E. Beresford Chancellor, this work delves into the lives of the charismatic men known as the 'rakes' and 'dandies' who defined the era’s unique blend of elegance and debauche...
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    25,26 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes: The Restoration Rakes' is a compelling biographical exploration of the influential and often scandalous figures who dominated the social sphere during the English Restoration. Focusing on the court of King Charles II, this work examines the lives and reputations of the era’s most notorious 'rakes'-men celebrated for their sharp wit, libertine lifestyles...
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    25,15 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes : The Regency Rakes' offers a compelling biographical survey of the flamboyant and often scandalous figures who dominated the social landscape of the English Regency. E. Beresford Chancellor examines the era of the Prince Regent, a time characterized by an unparalleled mix of refined elegance and dissolute behavior. This volume focuses on the legendary d...
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    25,26 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes: The Hell Fire Club' offers a compelling examination of the clandestine world of eighteenth-century British libertines and their most infamous secret societies. This volume focuses on the notorious circle led by Sir Francis Dashwood, detailing the exploits of the 'Monks of Medmenham' and the scandalous reputation they cultivated through their private gat...
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    25,17 €

  • The Lives of the Rakes
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'The Lives of the Rakes: ’Old Q’ and Barrymore' provides a vivid and compelling account of the flamboyant and often scandalous lives of the British aristocracy during the Georgian and Regency eras. This volume focuses on two of the period’s most notorious figures: William Douglas, the 4th Duke of Queensberry-popularly known as 'Old Q'-and the Earl of Barrymore. E. Beresford Cha...
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    25,21 €

  • Literary Diversions
    E. Beresford Chancellor
    'Literary Diversions' is an engaging collection of essays and sketches that explores the rich landscape of English literature and the world of books. Written by the noted historian and bibliophile E. Beresford Chancellor, this work offers a series of insightful reflections on authors, rare volumes, and the cultural history of the written word. Chancellor brings his characterist...
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    20,98 €

  • The Meeting Place and Other Stories
    J. D. Beresford
    'The Meeting Place and Other Stories' is a compelling collection of short fiction by J.D. Beresford, showcasing the author’s keen insight into the human psyche and the subtleties of social interaction. These stories explore themes of memory, coincidence, and the profound impact of brief encounters. Beresford, a master of psychological realism, delves into the inner lives of his...
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    28,01 €

  • Tradition and Experiment in Present-Day Literature
    Edith Sitwell / J. D. Beresford / T. S. Eliot
    'Tradition and Experiment in Present-Day Literature' is a seminal collection of addresses that capture the vibrant intellectual discourse of the early 20th century. Comprising lectures delivered at the City Literary Institute by some of the most prominent writers and critics of the era-including T. S. Eliot, Edith Sitwell, and J. D. Beresford-the work provides an illuminating l...
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    23,10 €

  • The Restoration Rakes
    Edwin Beresford Chancellor
    'The Restoration Rakes' is an insightful and engaging examination of the flamboyant figures who defined the social and moral landscape of England during the reign of King Charles II. Following years of austere Puritan rule, the Restoration heralded a period of unbridled hedonism, intellectual vigor, and artistic flourishing within the British court. This work by E. Beresford Ch...
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    25,10 €

  • Col. Charteris and the Duke of Wharton
    E. Beresford (Edwin Beres... Chancellor
    'Col. Charteris and the Duke of Wharton' is a compelling biographical study that explores the lives of two of the most infamous figures of 18th-century British society. Written by historian E. Beresford Chancellor, this work delves into the scandalous careers of Colonel Francis Charteris and Philip, Duke of Wharton, offering a window into the notorious era of the rake.Charteris...
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    25,20 €

  • Letters of Thomas Gray
    John Beresford
    'Letters of Thomas Gray' offers an intimate and scholarly look into the private world of one of the eighteenth century’s most significant poets. While Thomas Gray is immortalized for his masterpiece, 'Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard,' his extensive correspondence reveals a man of profound intellect, wit, and sensitivity. These letters provide a rich narrative of his life ...
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    27,91 €

  • John Macdonald
    John Beresford
    'JOHN MACDONALD: Memoirs of an XVIII Century Footman' offers a rare and captivating firsthand account of life in the 1700s from the perspective of a domestic servant. John Macdonald, a man of wit and keen observation, traveled extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa in the service of various aristocratic masters. His memoirs provide an unparalleled glimpse into the soci...
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    26,22 €

  • The Diary of a Country Parson
    John Beresford
    'The Diary of a Country Parson 1793-1796' offers an intimate and detailed glimpse into the daily existence of a rural clergyman during the late 18th century. Covering the years between 1793 and 1796, this volume captures the quiet rhythms of village life, the intricacies of social obligations, and the personal reflections of a man deeply embedded in his community. As a primary ...
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    27,00 €

  • ’Old Q’ and Barrymore
    Edwin Beresford Chancellor
    '’Old Q’ and Barrymore' is a detailed biographical study of two of the most infamous and colorful figures in the social landscape of late eighteenth and early nineteenth-century Britain. Authored by the noted social historian E. Beresford Chancellor, the work explores the lives of William Douglas, the 4th Duke of Queensberry-widely known as 'Old Q'-and Richard Barry, the 7th Ea...
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    25,21 €


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