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Le grillon du foyer by Charles Dickens a été considéré comme un travail important tout au long de l'histoire humaine, et afin de garantir que ce travail ne soit jamais perdu, nous avons pris des mesures pour assurer sa préservation en republiant ce livre dans un format contemporain pour les générations actuelles et futures. Ce livre entier a été retapé, remanié et reformaté. Étant donné que ces livres ne sont pas fabriqués à partir de copies numérisées, le texte est lisible et clair.

It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness. . . .As its title promises, this brief chapter establishes the era in which the novel takes place: England and France in 1775. The age is marked by competing and contradictory attitudes-"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times"-but resembles the "present period" in which Dickens writes. In England, the public worries over religious prophecies, popular paranormal phenomena in the form of "the Cock-lane ghost," and the messages that a colony of British subjects in America has sent to King George III. France, on the other hand, witnesses excessive spending and extreme violence, a trend that anticipates the erection of the guillotine. Yet in terms of peace and order, English society cannot "justify much national boasting" either-crime and capital punishment abound.In a brief note, Dickens mentions the source of inspiration for A Tale of Two Cities: a play in which he acted, called The Frozen Deep, written by his friend Wilkie Collins. He adds that he hopes that he can further his readers' understanding of the French Revolution-"that terrible time"-but that no one can truly hope to surpass Thomas Carlyle's The French Revolution (published in 1837).

A beautiful edition of Dickens's timeless Christmas classic. A Christmas Carol is the book that defines the Christmas spirit. Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited miser, is visited by three ghosts one Christmas Eve. The ghosts show Scrooge the true value of Christmas: charity, good humour and love for his fellow man. Quentin Blake's colourful illustrations guide the reader through Scrooge's lively journey to find the meaning of Christmas. This unabridged edition contains a foreword by the illustrator and is the ultimate Christmas gift book.

¡Sí...! ¡Un loco! ¡Cómo sobrecogía mi corazón esa palabra hace años! ¡Cómo habría despertado el terror que solía sobrevenirme a veces, enviando la sangre silbante y hormigueante por mis venas, hasta que el rocío frío del miedo aparecía en gruesas gotas sobre mi piel y las rodillas se entrechocaban por el espanto! Y, sin embargo, ahora me agrada. Es un hermoso nombre. Mostradme al monarca cuyo ceño colérico haya sido temido alguna vez más que el brillo de la mirada de un loco... cuyas cuerdas y hachas fueran la mitad de seguras que el apretón de un loco. ¡Ja, ja! ¡Es algo grande estar loco! Ser contemplado como un león salvaje a través de los barrotes de hierro... rechinar los dientes y aullar, durante la noche larga y tranquila, con el sonido alegre de una cadena, pesada... y rodar y retorcerse entre la paja extasiado por tan valerosa música. ¡Un hurra por el manicomio! ¡Ay, es un lugar excelente!

Era el mejor de los tiempos, era el peor de los tiempos, la edad de la sabiduría, y también de la locura; la época de las creencias y de la incredulidad; la era de la luz y de las tinieblas; la primavera de la esperanza y el invierno de la desesperación. Todo lo poseíamos, pero no teníamos nada; caminábamos en derechura al cielo y nos extraviábamos por el camino opuesto. En una palabra, aquella época era tan parecida a la actual, que nuestras más notables autoridades insisten en que, tanto en lo que se refiere al bien como al mal, sólo es aceptable la comparación en grado superlativo. En el trono de Inglaterra había un rey de mandíbula muy desarrollada y una reina de cara corriente; en el trono de Francia había un rey también de gran quijada y una reina de hermoso rostro. En ambos países era más claro que el cristal para los señores del Estado, que las cosas, en general, estaban aseguradas para siempre. Era el año de Nuestro Señor, mil setecientos setenta y cinco. En período tan favorecido como aquél, habían sido concedidas a Inglaterra las revelaciones espirituales. Recientemente la señora Southcott había cumplido el vigésimo quinto aniversario de su aparición sublime en el mundo, que fue anunciada con la antelación debida por un guardia de corps, pronosticando que se hacían preparativos para tragarse a Londres y a Westminster.

A Christmas Carol" is a classic novella written by Charles Dickens. It was first published in 1843 and has since become a beloved holiday classic. The story follows the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge, who is visited by three ghosts on Christmas Eve. The ghosts show him his past, present, and future, and through these visions, Scrooge is forced to confront his own selfishness and greed. The book is a timeless tale of redemption and the power of kindness and generosity. It highlights the importance of empathy and compassion, and how they can transform even the most hardened heart. The story has been adapted into numerous stage plays, movies, and television specials, and has become a cultural touchstone for the holiday season. Overall, "A Christmas Carol" is a heartwarming and inspiring story that has resonated with readers for generations. It is a testament to the enduring power of storytelling and the capacity of literature to touch the hearts and minds of people of all ages and backgrounds.

Pickwick Papers - Volume I is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1880.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

A Message from the Sea, has been considered important throughout human history. In an effort to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to secure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for both current and future generations. This complete book has been retyped, redesigned, and reformatted. Since these books are not scans of the authors' original publications, the text is readable and clear.

"A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel set during the French Revolution. The story follows the lives of Charles Darnay, a French aristocrat, and Sydney Carton, an English lawyer, who are both in love with the same woman, Lucie Manette. As the revolution unfolds, the lives of these three characters become increasingly intertwined, and they are forced to confront their own values, loyalties, and sacrifices. Amidst the chaos and violence of the revolution, Darnay is imprisoned in Paris and sentenced to death. Carton, who has long been disillusioned with his own life, sees an opportunity for redemption and decides to sacrifice himself for Darnay's sake. The novel culminates in a dramatic and emotional climax as Carton goes to the guillotine, reciting the famous line, "It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done." "A Tale of Two Cities" is a powerful and poignant story of love, sacrifice, and redemption set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in history. It explores themes of social justice, personal responsibility, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Dickens' vivid descriptions of life in both London and Paris during the 18th century make the novel an immersive and unforgettable reading experience.

"A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens is a historical novel set during the French Revolution. The story follows the lives of Charles Darnay, a French aristocrat, and Sydney Carton, an English lawyer, who are both in love with the same woman, Lucie Manette. As the revolution unfolds, the lives of these three characters become increasingly intertwined, and they are forced to confront their own values, loyalties, and sacrifices. Amidst the chaos and violence of the revolution, Darnay is imprisoned in Paris and sentenced to death. Carton, who has long been disillusioned with his own life, sees an opportunity for redemption and decides to sacrifice himself for Darnay's sake. The novel culminates in a dramatic and emotional climax as Carton goes to the guillotine, reciting the famous line, "It is a far, far better thing that I do, than I have ever done." "A Tale of Two Cities" is a powerful and poignant story of love, sacrifice, and redemption set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in history. It explores themes of social justice, personal responsibility, and the power of human connection in the face of adversity. Dickens' vivid descriptions of life in both London and Paris during the 18th century make the novel an immersive and unforgettable reading experience.

This stunning Oxford Children's Classic edition is the perfect introduction to A Christmas Carol-the ultimate ghostly christmas tale. Features an introduction by Neil Gaiman and other bonus material including insights for readers, facts, activities and more . . .

Barnabé Rudge, Tome II, a été considérée comme importante tout au long de l'histoire de l'humanité. Dans un effort pour s'assurer que ce travail ne soit jamais perdu, nous avons pris des mesures pour assurer sa préservation en republiant ce livre dans un format moderne pour les générations actuelles et futures. Ce livre complet a été retapé, remanié et reformaté. Comme ces livres ne sont pas des scans des publications originales des auteurs, le texte est lisible et clair.

Barnabé Rudge, Tome I, a été considérée comme importante tout au long de l'histoire de l'humanité. Dans un effort pour s'assurer que ce travail ne soit jamais perdu, nous avons pris des mesures pour assurer sa préservation en republiant ce livre dans un format moderne pour les générations actuelles et futures. Ce livre complet a été retapé, remanié et reformaté. Comme ces livres ne sont pas des scans des publications originales des auteurs, le texte est lisible et clair.

Empezó el puchero. No necesito que me contéis lo que la señora Peerybingle dijera; yo me entiendo. Dejad que la señora Peerybingle se pase hasta la consumación de los siglos asegurando la imposibilidad de decidir cuál empezó: yo digo que fue el puchero. Tengo motivos para saberlo. El puchero empezó cinco minutos antes que el grillo, según el relojito holandés de cuadrante barnizado situado en el rincón. ¡Como si el reloj no hubiese cesado de tocar! ¡Como si el segadorcido de movimientos convulsivos y bruscos que lo remata, paseando la hoz de derecha a izquierda y luego de izquierda a derecha ante la fachada de su palacio morisco, no hubiese segado medio acre de césped imaginario antes que el grillo hubiese hecho notar su presencia! A decir verdad, no fui nunca terco, como todo el mundo sabe. Por nada del mundo opondría mi opinión personal a la opinión de la señora Peerybingle, si no estuviese perfectamente seguro de lo ocurrido. «Nada me induciría a semejante cosa. Pero se trata de una cuestión de hecho, y el hecho es que el puchero empezó por lo menos cinco minutos antes que el grillo hubiese dado señal de vida. Si insistís, apostaré que transcurrieron diez minutos.

Bleak House is a novel by celebrated English author Charles Dickens, first serialised and then published in book form in 1853. The complex plot, aided by a brilliantly depicted and engaging cast of characters, is in many ways a detective story, incorporating as it does elements of crime, mystery and romance.Set in 19th century London, this is an intricate story of the infamous "Jarndyce and Jarndyce" law-suit in which its characters are entangled, the cold and fog seeping from the Thames representing the confounding and pernicious effect on everyone involved in this legal quagmire.A powerful, absorbing literary classic, and an unmissable read.

The Pickwick Papers was Charles Dickens first novel, and became a comic masterpiece that catapulted its twenty-four-year-old author to immediate fame.Readers were captivated by the adventures of the poet Snodgrass, the lover Tupman, the sportsman Winkle &, above all, by that quintessentially English Quixote, Mr. Pickwick, & his cockney Sancho Panza, Sam Weller. From the hallowed turf of Dingley Dell Cricket Club to the unholy fracas of the Eatanswill election, via the Fleet debtor's prison, characters & incidents sprang to life from Dickens's pen, to form an enduringly popular work of ebullient humour & literary invention.

A Child's History of England was published as a serial in Dicken's magazine, Household Words between 1851-1853. He summarizes in separate chapters the reigns of England's monarchy, from Henry III to Richard III. Contrary to the novel's title, it's more suitable to adults than children, in our humble opinion. A Child's History was included in the curricula of British schoolchildren well into the 20th century, with successive editions published from 1851 to World War II.