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"The Arabian Nights" is a 1910 English-language translation of "One Thousand and One Nights", a collection of South Asian and Middle Eastern folk tales compiled during the Islamic Golden Age. It was anthologised over hundreds of years by a variety of scholars, authors, and translators across Asia and North Africa, with the stories having roots in medieval Persian, Arabic, Mesopotamian, Jewish, Indian, and Egyptian folklore. Fantastically illustrated by Caspar Emerson and Leon D''emo, this classic collection is ideal for bedtime reading material and is not to be missed by lovers and collectors of folklore. Caspar Hjalmar Emerson, Jr. (1878 - 1948) was a Norwegian-born American artist and illustrator. The stories include: "Aladdin and the Wonderful Lamp", "The Enchanted Horse", "The Story of the Merchant and the Genius", "The Little Hunchback", "Story of the Blind Baba-Abdalla", "The Story of Ali Cogia, Merchant of Bagdad", "The Story of the Vizir who was Punished", "The Story of the Husband and the Parrot", "The Story of King Shahriar and Sheherazade", and many more. Pook Press celebrates the great ''Golden Age of Illustration'' in children''s literature - a period of unparalleled excellence in book illustration. We publish rare and vintage classic illustrated books, in high-quality colour editions, so that the masterful artwork and story-telling can continue to delight both young and old.

The volume on Cape Cod is deliberately formless in style, being interspersed with quotations from old histories and records of merely local interest; it abounds, however, in its author''s dry sententious humour and sparkling paradoxes. It has been said that Cape Cod is in one sense the most human of Thoreau s books, and has more tenderness of tone than Waldeii) as if the sea had exercised a mellowing influence on his mind. Especially good are the Dutch pictures of the Wellfleet oysterman and the " sea-captains" of Provincetown. "It is worth the while," says Thoreau, " to talk with one whom his neighbours address as Captain, though his craft may have long been sunk, and he may be holding by his teeth to the shattered mast of a pipe alone, and only gets half-seas-over in a figurative sense now. He is pretty sure to vindicate his right to the title at last can tell one or two good stories at least." In Cape Cod the experiences of several visits are condensed into one account.

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Complete Works of William Dean Howells: 27 Novels & 40+ Short Stories, Including Plays, Poems, Travel Sketches, Historical Works & Autobiography (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an American realist author, literary critic, and playwright. He was known for the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day" and the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria.Table of Contents:A Forgone ConclusionA Chance AcquaintanceA Modern InstanceA Pair of Patient LoversA Traveler from AltruriaAn Open-Eyed ConspiracyAnnie KilburnApril HopesDr. Breen''s PracticeFennel and RueIndian SummerQuestionable ShapesRagged LadyThe Coast of BohemiaThe KentonsThe Lady of AroostookThe Landlord at Lion''s HeadThe Leatherwood GodThe Minister''s ChargeThe Quality of MercyThe Rise of Silas LaphamThe Story of a PlayThrough the Eye of the NeedleTheir Wedding JourneyA Hazard of New FortunesTheir Silver Wedding JourneyThe Flight of Pony BakerChristmas Every Day and Other StoriesBoy LifeBetween the Dark and the DaylightThe Daughter of the Storage and Other Things in Prose and VerseA Fearful Responsibility and Other StoriesBuying a HorseThe Night Before ChristmasA Counterfeit PresentmentBride RosesA Likely StoryEvening DressFive O''Clock TeaThe Albany DepotThe ElevatorThe GarottersThe Parlor CarThe RegisterThe Sleeping-CarPoemsVenetian LifeItalian JourneysRoman Holidays and OthersSuburban SketchesFamiliar Spanish TravelsA Little Swiss SojournLondon FilmsSeven English CitiesStories of OhioCriticism and FictionLiterary Friends and AcquaintanceLiterature and LifeMy Literary PassionsImaginary Interviews and Other EssaysModern Italian PoetsA Psychological Counter-Current in Recent FictionThe Man of Letters as a Man of BusinessEmile ZolaHenry JamesCarl SchurzA Boy''s TownYears of My Youth…

This carefully crafted ebook: "A BOY''S TOWN ADVENTURES - Complete Series: The Flight of Pony Baker, Boy Life, A Boy''s Town & Years of My Youth (Illustrated)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.In this series, William Dean Howells delightfully describes the early years of his life, in the "Boy''s Town" of Ohio, the state where he was born and raised. These stories remain as a vivid autobiographical records and colorful images of a life in the mid-nineteenth century American town.Extract:"If there was any fellow in the Boy''s Town fifty years ago who had a good reason to run off it was Pony Baker. Pony was not his real name; it was what the boys called him, because there were so many fellows who had to be told apart, as Big Joe and Little Joe, and Big John and Little John, and Big Bill and Little Bill, that they got tired of telling boys apart that way; and after one of the boys called him Pony Baker, so that you could know him from his cousin Frank Baker, nobody ever called him anything else."William Dean Howells (1837-1920) was an American realist author, literary critic, and playwright. Nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters", he was particularly known for his tenure as editor of the Atlantic Monthly as well as his own prolific writings, including the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day", and the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria. Howells is known to be the father of American realism, and a denouncer of the sentimental novel. He was the first American author to bring a realist aesthetic to the literature of the United States. His stories of Boston upper crust life set in the 1850s are highly regarded among scholars of American fiction.

The Complete Works of William Dean Howells (Illustrated) is a comprehensive collection of the works of one of the most prominent American literary figures of the late 19th century. Known for his realism and social commentary, Howells'' writing style embodies the naturalistic movement of the time, focusing on the everyday lives of ordinary people. The collection includes novels, essays, and short stories, all showcasing Howells'' keen observation of human nature and society. Readers can expect to be immersed in a world where characters grapple with class distinctions and societal issues, presented with wit and insight. Howells'' ability to capture the nuances of American life makes this collection a treasure trove for those interested in the literary trends of the Gilded Age. William Dean Howells, a leading figure in the literary realism movement, drew inspiration from his own experiences as a journalist and editor. His passion for social reform and dedication to depicting the realities of American life shaped his writing and established him as a key voice in literature. Howells'' deep empathy for his characters and his commitment to depicting the complexities of human relationships set him apart as a writer whose works continue to resonate with readers today. The Complete Works of William Dean Howells (Illustrated) is a must-read for anyone interested in American realism and social commentary. By delving into Howells'' nuanced portrayals of human nature and society, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of the Gilded Age and the enduring relevance of Howells'' literary contributions.In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works'' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.- The Author Biography highlights personal milestones and literary influences that shape the entire body of writing.- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work''s strengths.- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author''s overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection''s central themes.