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  • Ancient Times, A History of the Early World, Part II (Yesterday’s Classics)
    James Henry Breasted
    A continuation of the study of ancient history beginning with the struggle between Athens and Sparta and the fall of the Athenian empire, followed by the exploits of Alexander the Great, the Roman conquest of Italy, and the founding of the Roman Republic. Next comes a discussion of the Roman Republic, both its rise and fall, and, lastly, the eventual triumph of the barbarians a...
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    31,84 €

  • The Mutual Influence Of Christianity And The Stoic School
    James Henry Bryant
    In a world where ancient wisdom meets spiritual evolution, the intersection of Christianity and Stoicism unfolds with profound clarity. Imagine the vibrant dialogues between Marcus Aurelius and early Christian thinkers, where philosophical exploration and religious studies merge into a tapestry of ethical teachings. This book, once out of print for decades, has been lovingly re...
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    15,52 €

  • The American Scene
    Henry James
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    39,73 €

  • The Complete Writings of Henry James on Art and Drama
    Henry James
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    40,06 €

  • The Turn of the Screw
    Henry James
    'The Turn of the Screw: The Original 1898 Unabridged and Complete Edition' by Henry James is a haunting novella that delves into the psychological complexities of fear and uncertainty. The story follows a governess tasked with caring for two children at a remote estate, where she becomes convinced that the children are being influenced by malevolent spirits. As she grapples wit...
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    15,75 €

  • The Salem Horror
    Henry Kuttner / Jim (James Noel) Mooney / Margaret Brundage
    Dive into the chilling depths of classic horror with Henry Kuttner’s 'The Salem Horror.' This compelling collection of short stories transports readers to the eerie heart of Salem, Massachusetts, a town steeped in a dark history of witchcraft and supernatural phenomena.Kuttner, a master of the macabre, crafts tales that weave together elements of profound mystery, occult dread,...
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    15,63 €

  • The Turn Of The Screw (Illustrated)
    Henry James
    Special Illustrated Edition: Includes 20 Unique Illustrations! Bonus Features: Summary, Character List, and Author Biography!Step into the haunting world of Henry James’s classic novella, 'The Turn of the Screw,' now brought vividly to life in this special illustrated edition. Experience the story like never before, complete with 20 unique illustrations that capture the eerie, ...
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    25,42 €

  • The Collected Stories
    Henry James
    The Collected Stories of Henry James presents a masterful compilation of short fiction from one of the greatest figures in literary realism and psychological insight. Spanning his prolific career, these stories explore the subtleties of human behavior, the tensions between Old World and New World values, and the quiet dramas of conscience, love, and perception. From haunting ta...
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    24,48 €

  • The Turn of the Screw
    Henry James
    The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a psychological ghost story about a young governess who is hired to care for two children at a remote country estate. She begins to see frightening apparitions of two former servants and becomes convinced that the ghosts are trying to corrupt the children. As her suspicions grow, the line between reality and imagination blurs, leaving rea...
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    13,35 €

  • Twelve Sinners
    Henry James Kaye
    In the early hours in a small southern town, AD ambushes and kills a police officer, then a federal judge a few hours later. The killer is on a mission to sacrifice twelve confirmed sinners before terminal cancer claims his life. Ridding the earth of twelve sinners will surely gain him admittance to heaven. FBI Special Agent Malcolm Gee, one of the FBI s best at stopping serial...
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    23,63 €

  • The Golden Bowl - Complete
    Henry James
    The golden bowl Complete explores the intricate interplay of wealth, love, and moral perception within an elite social circle. The narrative unfolds through the interactions of individuals whose relationships are bound by affection yet strained by hidden motives and unspoken histories. As the story begins, a European aristocrat prepares for marriage to a woman of great charm an...
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    18,74 €

  • The Golden Bowl Volume 1
    Henry James
    The golden bowl Volume 1 explores the intricate interplay of wealth, love, and moral perception within an elite social circle. The narrative unfolds through the interactions of individuals whose relationships are bound by affection yet strained by hidden motives and unspoken histories. As the story begins, a European aristocrat prepares for marriage to a woman of great charm an...
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    14,28 €

  • The Coxon Fund
    Henry James
    The coxon fund is a novel that explores the interplay of intellect, morality, and social obligation within a refined English setting. The story centers on a charismatic yet morally ambiguous figure whose intelligence and reputation elicit both admiration and unease from those around him. Through the observations of a narrator, the narrative examines the dynamics between this ce...
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    9,55 €

  • The Golden Bowl Volume 2
    Henry James
    The golden bowl Volume 2 explores the intricate interplay of wealth, love, and moral perception within an elite social circle. The narrative unfolds through the interactions of individuals whose relationships are bound by affection yet strained by hidden motives and unspoken histories. As the story begins, a European aristocrat prepares for marriage to a woman of great charm an...
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    13,62 €

  • The Golden Bowl
    Henry James
    The Golden Bowl by Henry James is a complex psychological novel about love, marriage, and betrayal among the wealthy elite. The story centers on American heiress Maggie Verver, who marries Prince Amerigo, an Italian nobleman. Unbeknownst to her, Amerigo once had a romantic relationship with Charlotte Stant, Maggie’s close friend. When Charlotte later marries Maggie’s widowed fa...
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    40,65 €

  • The Private Life
    Henry James
    The Private Life offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of its characters, exploring themes of privacy, identity, and the complexity of human relationships. The narrative revolves around the interactions of a group of friends who grapple with their desires and vulnerabilities in a society that often demands conformity. Henry James’s insightful prose delves into the nuances o...
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    18,72 €

  • The Finer Grain
    Henry James
    The Finer Grain is a nuanced exploration of societal expectations and the complexities of personal relationships. The narrative revolves around the character of Verena, a young woman caught between her own desires and the demands of her social circle. Henry James’s insightful prose delves into the intricacies of human emotion, highlighting the tension between individuality and ...
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    15,56 €

  • The Ivory Tower
    Henry James
    The Ivory Tower is a richly layered exploration of ambition, art, and the complexities of the human spirit. The narrative follows the life of a young artist as he navigates the challenges of pursuing his dreams amidst societal expectations and personal struggles. James’s intricate prose captures the nuances of artistic creation and the emotional turmoil that often accompanies t...
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    18,72 €

  • Daisy Miller
    Henry James / Tim Zengerink
    What if your greatest crime was simply being yourself in the wrong society?In Daisy Miller, Henry James presents one of his most poignant and psychologically nuanced portraits of a young woman caught between cultures. Set against the refined but judgmental backdrop of European aristocracy, the novella tells the story of Daisy, a young American traveling abroad, whose innocence ...
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    21,15 €

  • Confidence
    Henry James
    Confidence follows a young American artist traveling through Italy, whose journey becomes intertwined with complex social and romantic relationships. While sketching in the historic city of Siena, he encounters an enigmatic woman whose mysterious nature both captivates and confuses him. This meeting sparks a relationship marked by subtle tensions, unspoken intentions, and the d...
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    14,47 €

  • The Wings of the Dove
    Henry James
    The Wings of the Dove by Henry James (1902) is a psychological novel about love, wealth, and moral conflict.The story follows Kate Croy, a young woman torn between her love for journalist Merton Densher and the pressure from her wealthy, manipulative aunt to marry into money. When Kate befriends Milly Theale, a rich American heiress who is terminally ill, she secretly schemes f...
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    38,17 €

  • The Ambassadors
    Henry James
    The Ambassadors by Henry James follows Lambert Strether, a middle-aged American sent to Paris by his fiancée, Mrs. Newsome, to persuade her son Chad to return home and take over the family business. In Paris, Strether discovers that Chad has matured and is romantically involved with the sophisticated Madame de Vionnet. Immersed in European culture, Strether begins to question h...
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    34,04 €

  • Cousin et cousine
    Henry James
    Dans la Nouvelle-Angleterre puritaine du XIXe siècle, la tranquille famille Wentworth reçoit la visite inattendue de deux cousins européens, Eugenia, une baronne sophistiquée, et son frère Félix, un artiste charmeur. Le contraste entre les manières libres et raffinées des visiteurs et le mode de vie strict et austère des Américains suscite curiosité, tensions et bouleversements...
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    7,27 €

  • Washington Square
    Henry James
    Dans le New York du XIXe siècle, Catherine Sloper, une jeune femme timide et sans éclat, vit sous l’autorité de son père, un médecin sévère. Lorsqu’un prétendant séduisant, Morris Townsend, s’intéresse à elle, son père soupçonne un mariage d’intérêt. Déchirée entre l’amour et la loyauté, Catherine devra affirmer sa propre volonté. Washington Square est un roman subtil sur les c...
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    14,45 €

  • La Madone de l’avenir
    Henry James
    À Florence, un narrateur rencontre un artiste américain, Theobald, qui consacre sa vie à créer une œuvre parfaite : une Madone idéale. Obsédé par la pureté artistique, il repousse sans cesse l’achèvement de son tableau. Mais cette quête absolue de beauté et d’idéal conduit à une révélation amère. Dans cette nouvelle poignante, Henry James explore les illusions de l’art, le sacr...
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    8,25 €

  • Hawthorne (Warbler Classics Annotated Edition)
    Henry James
    Henry James’s acclaimed 1879 biography of Nathaniel Hawthorne is an entertaining and incisive survey of this author’s life and work. James contrasts the sparse cultural landscape of nineteenth-century America with Europe’s achievements and traditions, and he examines the challenges this situation posed to Hawthorne’s artistic aims. He describes Hawthorne’s literary journey from...
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    10,61 €

  • The Portrait of a Lady
    Henry James
    The Portrait of a Lady by Henry James is a novel about Isabel Archer, a spirited and independent young American woman who travels to Europe in search of freedom and self-fulfillment. After rejecting several marriage proposals, she unexpectedly inherits a large fortune. However, her newfound wealth leads her into a disastrous marriage with Gilbert Osmond, a manipulative and cont...
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    46,45 €

  • The Ivory Tower (Esprios Classics)
    Henry James
    The Ivory Tower is an unfinished novel by Henry James, posthumously published in 1917. The novel is a brooding story of Gilded Age America. It centers on the riches earned by a pair of dying millionaires and ex-partners, Abel Gaw and Frank Betterman, and their possibly corrupting effect on the people around them. Even in its fragmentary state The Ivory Tower has received high, ...
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    23,67 €

  • The private life and Other Stories (Esprios Classics)
    Henry James
    Henry James OM (1843-1916) was an Anglo-American novelist. He was one of the most important literary people of the late 19th century. James was the son of Henry James Senior, a clergyman, and the brother of William James, the psychologist and philosopher. He grew up mostly in the United States but spent the majority of his life in England. He became a British citizen in 1915. H...
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    23,63 €

  • Madame De Mauves (Esprios Classics)
    Henry James
    Madame de Mauves is a novella by Henry James, originally published in The Galaxy magazine in 1874. The story centers on the troubled marriage of a scrupulous American wife and a far from scrupulous French husband, and is told mostly from the point of view of a male friend of the wife. The tale reflects the intense interest James took in the 'international theme,' especially ear...
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    18,61 €


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