Download or read book Lucia s Revenge written by Henry G. Brechter and published by Dog Ear Publishing. This book was released on 2018-09-28 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the strange adventures of Oona Neeci… A New England family, with roots older than the trees from which the ill-famed Salem witches were hanged, grieves for the man whose lost life strengthened their love for him. Moving quickly to fill the void left by the family’s sudden loss is Oona Neeci, the brilliant, young metaphysicist and sorceress. Oona’s abrupt relocation puts into motion an unforeseen struggle among three powerful witches, and a desperate effort to prevent what has already happened. Written with passion and care, Lucia’s Revenge is exciting, clever, and earnestly constructed, at times poetic and lyrical, with intense characters and a strong, well-paced plot. Lucia’s Revenge offers a new voice of captivating, unfiltered adult fiction

Download or read book Queen Lucia written by E. F. BENSON and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2022-05-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mrs. Lucas, Lucia to her intimates, resides in the village of Riseholme, a pretty Elizabethan village in Worcestershire, where she vigorously guards her status as "Queen" despite occasional attempts from her subjects to overthrow her.

Download or read book Lucia written by Steven a McKay and published by . This book was released on 2020-10-22 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Lucia is a story that is at once desperate and uplifting, a story that touches you deep in your soul. If you only read one more book this year, it should be Lucia." - Sharon Bennett Connolly, author of Silk and the SwordWhat makes life worth living for a slave of Rome? The promise of vengeance, no matter how long it takes! At eight years old, Lucia is torn from the life she knew. Her village burned to the ground and parents murdered by Romans, she is kidnapped, sold and shipped abroad to the Villa Tempestatis in Britannia to serve the young Roman army officer Castus.Faced with a bleak future of decades of servitude to her master, as well as sadistic brutality at the hands of his manageress, Paltucca, she finds herself fixated by one thought alone: vengeance. Yet Villa Tempestatis, with its picturesque surroundings in Britannia's green countryside, offers a life that's a little easier than elsewhere in the Roman empire. The slaves form strong bonds of love and friendship, enjoy feasts and holiday celebrations together, and are even allowed, sometimes, to start a family. Many of them are happy enough with their lot. Despite that, every moment of Lucia's life is blighted by her hatred for Castus and Paltucca, and only seeing them both destroyed will bring her a measure of peace, even if it takes decades of work and planning... This standalone novel from the bestselling author of The Druid tells the tale of one woman's life against a richly woven backdrop of love and hate, revenge and redemption, and finally gives this forgotten class of people a voice. PRAISE FOR LUCIA "A compelling 5* story from McKay, an author who continues to amaze me with his writing." - David's Book Blurg "McKay changes gear and slips easily into a different world and commands it from the start. This is the Shawshank Redemption of revenge stories." - David N. Humphrey, author of Valguard - Knight of Coins "With the triumph that Lucia turns into, the good Mr McKay is clearly proving he is so overflowing with good ideas and writing spirit that he can throw out Lucia as a one-off, away from the Robin Hood series that made his name, or the awesome success that is the Warrior Druid of Britain series." - Steve Denton of Speesh Reads

Download or read book An Inheritance of Shame written by Kate Hewitt and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2013-07-23 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes an interview with the Kate Hewitt.

Download or read book Vindicatory Justice written by Raúl Márquez Porras and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-11-16 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume offers a new theoretical approach to the analysis of the law/revenge binary, and attempts to dismantle the common idea of revenge as lacking any legal, moral or rational dimension. In contrast, the book puts forward a model of a complex system of justice—which it terms 'vindicatory'—wherein vendetta constitutes an authorized action, the core of which does not (just) lie in vengeance but also in settlement procedures for peace—or 'composition.' The first part of the book ("Vindicatory Justice: Conceptual Analyses and Forerunners") seeks to identify the nature of vindicatory justice and to shed light on the structure of so-called vindicatory systems. In turn, the second part ("Mapping Vindicatory Justice") illustrates, using examples gathered from a range of sociolegal contexts, the dynamic relationship between composition and authorized revenge in vindicatory systems. Taken as a whole, the volume shows that applying a longue durée historical perspective to the study of revenge systems allows us to clearly recognize composition and authorized revenge as features of the same legal system, even though one of them may seem predominant (or more eye-catching) than the other in certain cultural settings.

Download or read book Mapp Lucia Complete Series written by E. F. Benson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-28 with total page 1230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: E. F. Benson's 'Mapp & Lucia: Complete Series' is a delightful collection of novels depicting the lives and social interactions of residents in the quaint village of Tilling. Benson's writing style is characterized by wit, humor, and keen observations of human behavior, making these stories both entertaining and insightful. Set in the early 20th century, the series captures the essence of English village life with its intricate social hierarchy and gossip-filled interactions. Through the rivalry between the eccentric characters of Miss Elizabeth Mapp and Mrs. Emmeline Lucas (Lucia), Benson weaves a captivating narrative filled with humor and drama. E. F. Benson, a prolific writer and experienced social observer, draws on his own experiences and relationships to create the vivid characters and engaging plotlines found in 'Mapp & Lucia'. His keen insight into human nature and social dynamics shines through in the character development and dialogue, making these novels enduring classics of English literature. I highly recommend 'Mapp & Lucia: Complete Series' to readers who enjoy witty social satire, clever humor, and engaging character-driven narratives. Benson's masterful storytelling and vivid portrayal of village life will keep readers entertained and immersed in the vibrant world of Tilling.

Download or read book The Unmaking of Fascist Aesthetics written by Kriss Ravetto and published by U of Minnesota Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In works by filmmakers from Bertolucci to Spielberg, debauched images of nazi and fascist eroticism, symbols of violence and immorality, often bear an uncanny resemblance to the images and symbols once used by the fascists themselves to demarcate racial, sexual, and political others. This book exposes the "madness" inherent in such a course, which attests to the impossibility of disengaging visual and rhetorical constructions from political, ideological, and moral codes. Kriss Ravetto argues that contemporary discourses using such devices actually continue unacknowledged rhetorical, moral, and visual analogies of the past. Against postwar fictional and historical accounts of World War II in which generic images of evil characterize the nazi and the fascist, Ravetto sets the more complex approach of such filmmakers as Pier Paolo Pasolini, Liliana Cavani, and Lina Wertmuller. Her book asks us to think deeply about what it means to say that we have conquered fascism, when the aesthetics of fascism still describe and determine how we look at political figures and global events. Book jacket.

Download or read book THE COMPLETE MISS MAPP QUEEN LUCIA COLLECTION written by E. F. Benson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-20 with total page 1231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: E. F. Benson's 'The Complete Miss Mapp & Queen Lucia Collection' is a delightful compilation of two influential novels that exemplify the satirical, comedic, and character-driven style of Benson's writing. Set in the fictional English villages of Tilling and Riseholme, the stories revolve around the social interactions and rivalries of their quirky inhabitants, with a keen eye for the absurdities of human behavior. Benson's keen observational skills and witty dialogue make these novels a joy to read, transporting the reader to a world filled with gossip, snobbery, and humorous misunderstandings. The collection showcases Benson's skillful blend of humor and social commentary, making it a standout in early 20th-century literature. E. F. Benson, a prolific writer known for his humorous and socially astute novels, drew inspiration from his own experiences in the upper-class society of his time. His nuanced portrayal of character dynamics and social hierarchies adds depth and complexity to the narratives, making them both entertaining and thought-provoking. I highly recommend 'The Complete Miss Mapp & Queen Lucia Collection' to readers who appreciate sharp wit, clever storytelling, and insightful commentary on human nature.

Download or read book The Cat Has Claws written by Viviana Rivera and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2021-08-09 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everyone knows everyone and yet no one knows anyone at all. In a world where Earth is gifted with mystical creatures, one of a kind plantlife, and magic like no other, the gods finally meet their match. Wren, the Sun God, the Sun King, the man in charge of the creation of all things and is the one that brings about the Sun and Gray, the Moon God, the Moon King, the man in charge of all mortality and brings about the Moon and tide are faced with a disturbance that threatens both them and their existence. All while the threat prowls, others face their own inner demons. If they want to help their beloved gods save the world, they’ll all have to come clean. A lot is riding on the success of both royalty and commoners. The fate of existence is in their hands. Should they fail in their efforts, nothing will be left. And it will all be because the one they're up against, will always land on his feet.

Download or read book Lights Shadows of American Life written by Mary Russell Mitford and published by . This book was released on 1832 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lights and Shadows of American Life written by Mary Russell Mitford and published by . This book was released on 1832 with total page 1030 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Lights and Shadows of American Life The azure hose Weenokhenchah Wandeeteekah The three Indians Modern chivalry The isle of flowers The last of the boatmen written by Mary Russell Mitford and published by . This book was released on 1832 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Burchell s Travels written by Susan Buchanan and published by Penguin Random House South Africa. This book was released on 2015-10-19 with total page 429 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In November 1810, a thirty-year-old Englishman named William John Burchell landed in Cape Town after several years as a naturalist on St Helena island. The following year he embarked on an epic journey through the Cape Colony, lasting four years and covering 7000 kilometres, mainly through unexplored terrain. During this time he collected over 50 000 plant and animal specimens and built up a vast collection of sketches and paintings. He went on to travel in Brazil, and after many years back in Britain, he took his own life at the age of eighty-two. Burchell’s Travels recreates the life and journeysof a remarkable explorer, naturalist, botanist, writer, artist, cartographer, ethnographer and linguist, who is best known for his two-volume Travels in the Interior of Southern Africa, his extraordinary map of the country, and for the many species of animals, birds and plants that are named after him. Drawing from the rich source of Burchell’s writings, and beautifully illustrated with over 100 of his sketches and paintings, this book is a fascinating account of travel 200 years ago, and a celebration of the life, art and vision of an extraordinary man.

Download or read book Queen Lucia written by E.F. Benson and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Queen Lucia written by Edward Frederic Benson and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lucia and her husband Georgia insert little Italian phrases into all of their conversations in the small village of Riseholme, but they live in perpetual dread of meeting a genuine Italian who might expose their pretensions.

Download or read book The Last Troubadours written by Deirdre O'Grady and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-11-20 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First published in 1991. At once poet, dramatist, adaptor and translator, the operatic librettist in turn expresses and mocks social convention. Deirdre O'Grady's study of the Italian operatic librettist identifies opera as a mirror of literary climates, popular taste and political aspirations. The Last Troubadours traces the history of the Italian libretto from its courtly origin in the 16th century, through the crisis of the aristocracy and the 19th-century struggle for national unity, to the birth of social realism. Fundamental elements of Italian opera - heroic valour, cunning servants, revolutionary ardour and romantic tenderness - are considered in their historical and cultural context. Also discussed are famous lyrical and musical collaborations - of Da Ponte and Mozart, Solera and Verdi, Romani and Bellini, and Boito and Verdi.

Download or read book Lights and Shadows of American Life Edited by M R Mitford written by Mary Russell Mitford and published by . This book was released on 1832 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: