Clotel; or, the president's daughter - william wells brown - e-kniha

eBook: First published in December 1853, Clotel was written amid then unconfirmed rumors that Thomas Jefferson had fathered children with one of his slaves. The story begins with the auction of his mistress, here called Currer, and their two daughters, Clotel and Althesa. The Virginian who buys Clotel falls in love with her, gets her pregnant, seems to promise marriage—then sells her. Escaping from the slave dealer, Clotel returns to Virginia disguised as a white man in order to rescue her daughter, Mary, a slave in her father’s house. A fast-paced and harrowing tale of slavery and freedom, of the hypocrisies of a nation founded on democratic principles, Clotel is more than a sensationalist novel. It is a founding text of the African American novelistic tradition, a brilliantly composed and richly detailed exploration of human relations in a new world in which race is a cultural construct. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Every detail is accurate - because one of the authors is President Bill Clinton. The drama and action never stop - because the other author is James Patterson. Matthew Keating, a one-time Navy SEAL - and a past president - has always defended his family as staunchly as he has his country. Now those defences are under attack. A madman abducts Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie - turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security. As the world watches in real time, Keating embarks on a one-man special-ops mission that tests his strengths: as a leader, a warrior, and a father. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Alexandre Dumas was a French writer, best known for his numerous historical novels of high adventure which have made him one of the most widely read French authors in the world. Many of his novels, including The Count of Monte Cristo (1845), The Three Musketeers (1844), and The Man in the Iron Mask (1848) were serialized, and he also wrote plays and magazine articles and was a prolific correspondent. Though best known now as a novelist, He earned his first fame as a dramatist. His Henri III et sa Cour (1829) was the first of the great Romantic historical dramas produced on the Paris stage, preceding Victor Hugo\'s more famous Hernani (1830). He was also a wellknown travel writer, writing such books as From Paris to Cadiz (1847), and Travel Impressions: In Russia (1860). His other works include Twenty Years After (1845), The Two Dianas (1846), Queen Margot (1845), The Black Tulip (1850), The Wolf-Leader (1857), and The Knight of Sainte-Hermine (1869). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the bestselling author of The House at Riverton and The Secret Keeper, Kate Morton brings us her dazzling sixth novel, The Clockmaker's Daughter. My real name, no one remembers. The truth about that summer, no one else knows. In the summer of 1862, a group of young artists led by the passionate and talented Edward Radcliffe descends upon Birchwood Manor on the banks of the Upper Thames. Their plan: to spend a secluded summer month in a haze of inspiration and creativity. But by the time their stay is over, one woman has been shot dead while another has disappeared; a priceless heirloom is missing; and Edward Radcliffe's life is in ruins. Over one hundred and fifty years later, Elodie Winslow, a young archivist in London, uncovers a leather satchel containing two seemingly unrelated items: a sepia photograph of an arresting-looking woman in Victorian clothing, and an artist's sketchbook containing the drawing of a twin-gabled house on the bend of a river. Why does Birchwood Manor feel so familiar to Elodie? And who is the beautiful woman in the photograph? Will she ever give up her secrets? Told by multiple voices across time, The Clockmaker's Daughter is a story of murder, mystery and thievery, of art, love and loss. And flowing through its pages like a river, is the voice of a woman who stands outside time, whose name has been forgotten by history, but who has watched it all unfold: Birdie Bell, the clockmaker's daughter. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Off the coast of Ireland sits a legendary island hidden by magic. A place of ruins and ancient trees, sea-salt air and fairy lore, Hy-Brasil is the only home Biddy has ever known. Washed up on its shore as a baby, Biddy lives a quiet life with her guardian, the mercurial magician Rowan. A life she finds increasingly stifling.One night, Rowan fails to return from his mysterious travels. To find him, Biddy must venture into the outside world for the first time. But Rowan has powerful enemies-forces who have hoarded the world's magic and have set their sights on the magician's many secrets.Biddy may be the key to stopping them. Yet the closer she gets to answers, the more she questions everything she's ever believed about Rowan, her past, and the nature of magic itself. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Katia has grown up amongst the ruins of the once mighty Berlin, now shattered by Allied bombs. In their tiny, freezing flat, Katia's father teaches her of the righteousness of the new Soviet republic, who will always keep watch over them.As a young woman, a chance encounter with a man from the west causes Katia to realise there might be more to life on the other side of the wall. But blinded by the first blush of love, she fails to understand that it's not what lies ahead, but what she will leave behind.Translated from its original Spanish, The Communist's Daughter is a spare and exquisite novel that depicts twentieth century Europe through one family's tragic story. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

From the bestselling author of The House at Riverton and The Secret Keeper, Kate Morton brings us her dazzling sixth novel, The Clockmaker's Daughter. My real name, no one remembers. The truth about that summer, no one else knows. In the summer of 1862, a group of young artists led by the passionate and talented Edward Radcliffe descends upon Birchwood Manor on the banks of the Upper Thames. Their plan: to spend a secluded summer month in a haze of inspiration and creativity. But by the time their stay is over, one woman has been shot dead while another has disappeared; a priceless heirloom is missing; and Edward Radcliffe's life is in ruins. Over one hundred and fifty years later, Elodie Winslow, a young archivist in London, uncovers a leather satchel containing two seemingly unrelated items: a sepia photograph of an arresting-looking woman in Victorian clothing, and an artist's sketchbook containing the drawing of a twin-gabled house on the bend of a river. Why does Birchwood Manor feel so familiar to Elodie? And who is the beautiful woman in the photograph? Will she ever give up her secrets? Told by multiple voices across time, The Clockmaker's Daughter is a story of murder, mystery and thievery, of art, love and loss. And flowing through its pages like a river, is the voice of a woman who stands outside time, whose name has been forgotten by history, but who has watched it all unfold: Birdie Bell, the clockmaker's daughter. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

The inspiration for the epic Spike TV series, the world of Shannara is brimming with untold stories and unexplored territory. Now bestselling author Terry Brooks breaks new ground with a standalone adventure that's sure to thrill veteran readers and recent converts alike. The mysterious, magic-wielding Druid order has existed for long ages, battling any evil that threatens the Four Lands--and struggling to be understood and accepted by outsiders. But their hopes of building goodwill are dashed when a demon's murderous rampage at a peace summit leaves their political opponents dead--casting new suspicions upon the Druids and forcing them to flee from enemies both mortal and monstrous. Paxon Leah, the order's appointed protector, knows that blame lies with Arcannen Rai, the vile sorcerer he has battled and defeated before. But there's no time to hunt his nemesis, if he is to lead the wrongfully accused Druids to their sanctuary. It is a quest fraught with danger, as a furious government agent and his army snap at their heels, and lethal predators stalk them in the depths of the untamed wilderness. But Arcannen is playing a deeper game than Paxon realizes. Paxon's sister possesses a powerful magic that the sorcerer longs to control--but Arcannen has not reckoned with the determination of his own estranged daughter, Leofur, who is also Paxon's devoted lifemate. Leofur sets out on a perilous quest to thwart her father's desires--while the vengeful Arcannen conjures his blackest magical skills, determined to destroy them all . . . and claim the most powerful of magics for his own. PRAISE FOR TERRY BROOKS "The Sword of Shannara is an unforgettable and wildly entertaining epic, animated by Terry Brooks's cosmically generative imagination and storytelling joy."--Karen Russell, New York Times bestselling author of Swamplandia! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Some secrets are worth keeping. Others are meant to be unleashed. Found adrift along the river as a mere babe, her origins shrouded in mystery, Rakel Ovreid is taken in by a loving couple. Now a beautiful and fearless young woman, Rakel sets out to find her friend Jenny, who has disappeared leading her to cross paths with the imposing new sheriff, Ask Bergan. As events unfold, Rakel discovers that Bergan holds secrets about her past, leaving her with burning questions - and a growing sense of danger... Packed with love, intrigue, and mystical powers, this beloved Nordic saga is ideal for fans of Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" and Lucinda Riley. Whispers from the River Rakel Ovreid, a foundling raised by loving farmers, unravels her mysterious origins, navigating love, politics, and fate in the captivating "Whispers from the River" series. A gripping saga of historical romance and the supernatural, set against the stunning backdrop of the majestic fjords and northern lights of Norway. Elisabeth Hammer is a Norwegian author who finds inspiration for her stories in nature, music and dreams. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Being the last tale from the collection \"The Belkin Tales\", \"The Squire’s Daughter\" is a story about disguises and playing tricks on people. The heroine Lizaveta decides to fool the rich and handsome Alexei, but even she does not know how far the deceit can go. Humorous, innocent, and a little devilish, Pushkin’s story is a merry account of women’s devious behavior, always chasing their own end of the deal. But, as all masquerades come to an end, the finale is inevitable and all things fit their proper place. Deservedly labelled \"the best Russian poet\", Pushkin’s short life did not prevent him from ushering Russian literature into its modern era. A master of the vernacular language and multifarious and vivid writing style, Pushkin’s oeuvre was of great influence to a whole legion of Russian writers and literary styles. Among his best-known works are the narrative poems \"Ruslan and Ludmila\" and \"Eugene Onegin\", the drama \"Boris Godunov\", several novels, short stories, and fairy tales. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Eighteen-year-old Daunis has always felt like an outsider with her mixed heritage, both in her hometown and on the nearby Ojibwe reservation.When she witnesses a murder, Daunis reluctantly agrees to go undercover. But secretly she pursues her own investigation, tracking down the culprits with her knowledge of traditional medicine.As the bodies pile up, Daunis finds herself caught in a web of deceit that threatens the people she loves the most. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

With her trademark warmth and powerful characters, Winter's Daughter is a stunning new Victorian saga - about a young child separated from her mother, and the family who bring her in from the cold.'As always, Val tells it from the heart . . . A stirring story of faith, hope and charity will enthral you' Peterborough TelegraphHull, 1856.James Ripley and his wife Moira have always looked out for the poor of Hull. When, during one stormy night, there is a flood in a nearby cellar - a popular shelter for the homeless - James rushes to help.Among those rescued is a dark-haired little girl who speaks a language no one can understand. Some say that she came to the cellar with her mother, but no one knows where the mother is now.Concerned for the child's safety, James is unsure of what to do. Where has the girl's mother disappeared to? And what can be done to help the homeless who have lost the only shelter they knew?A stunning new story of family, love and the importance of kindness, from the Sunday Times bestselling author Val Wood. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Every detail is accuratebecause one of the authors is President Bill Clinton.The drama and action never stopbecause the other author is James Patterson.ALL PRESIDENTS HAVE NIGHTMARES. THIS ONE IS ABOUT TO COME TRUE.Matthew Keating, a one-time Navy SEAL and former US president, has always defended his family as fiercely as he has his country.Now these defences are under attack. And it's personal.Keating's teenage daughter, Melanie, has been abducted, turning every parent's deepest fear into a matter of national security.As the world watches, Keating embarks on a one-man special-ops mission that tests his strengths: as a leader, a warrior and a father.Because Keating knows that to save Melanie's life, he may lose his own . . . (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'The Apple\' is a fantasy-mystery short story by H.G. Wells. It is the tale of a student who, whilst travelling by train in a third-class carriage, is offered genuine, forbidden fruit from the Tree of Knowledge. This rare treasure was apparently found in the Garden of Eden by a stranger. But how on Earth did the stranger come into possession of the fruit and what use is it to the young student? A mysterious and intriguing tale which will be enjoyed by fans of \'Good Omens\'. H.G. Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific writer and the author of more than 50 novels. Additionally, he wrote more than 60 short stories, alongside various scientific papers. Many of his most famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Time Machine,’ starring Guy Pearce, ‘War of the Worlds,’ starring Tom Cruise, and ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss. Because of his various works exploring futuristic themes, Wells is regarded as one of the ‘Fathers of Science Fiction.’ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Written just eight years before the Wright brothers made their first powered flight, ‘The Argonauts of the Air’ follows the fortunes of eccentric millionaire, Monson. Monson is determined to build the world’s first flying machine. However, with his fortune dwindling and time against him, will he be successful in his mission? Another example of Wells’ extraordinary prescience, ‘The Argonauts of the Air’ is a thought-provoking and taut read, and possibly the only book to put London’s Worcester Park on the literary map. H.G. Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific writer and the author of more than 50 novels. Additionally, he wrote more than 60 short stories, alongside various scientific papers. Many of his most famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Time Machine,’ starring Guy Pearce, ‘War of the Worlds,’ starring Tom Cruise, and ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss. Because of his various works exploring futuristic themes, Wells is regarded as one of the ‘Fathers of Science Fiction. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Who is Egbert Craddock Cummins? And why is he changing?\'The Obliterated Man\' tells the tale of a shy young man, Egbert Craddock Cummins, who reluctantly takes on the role of a theatre critic and as a result, somehow takes on the mannerisms and over-acting he sees displayed on stage.The short story by the \"father of science fiction\", H.G. Wells, was first published in \'New Budget\' in 1895 under the title \'The Sad Story of a Dramatic Critic\', it was later included in Wells\' short story collections \'The Plattner Story and Others\' and \'The Country of the Blind and Other Stories\'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The Purple Pileus is a short story by H. G. Wells. Herbert George \"H. G.\" Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is sometimes called \"The Father of Science Fiction\", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau. Wells\'s earliest specialised training was in biology, and his thinking on ethical matters took place in a specifically and fundamentally Darwinian context. He was also from an early date an outspoken socialist, often (but not always, as at the beginning of the First World War) sympathising with pacifist views. His later works became increasingly political and didactic, and he sometimes indicated on official documents that his profession was that of \"Journalist.\" Most of his later novels were not science fiction. Some described lower-middle class life (Kipps; The History of Mr Polly), leading him to be touted as a worthy successor to Charles Dickens, but Wells described a range of social strata and even attempted, in Tono-Bungay (1909), a diagnosis of English society as a whole. Wells\'s first non-fiction bestseller was Anticipations of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress Upon Human Life and Thought (1901). When originally serialised in a magazine it was subtitled, \"An Experiment in Prophecy\", and is considered his most explicitly futuristic work. It offered the immediate political message of the privileged sections of society continuing to bar capable men from other classes from advancement until war would force a need to employ those most able, rather than the traditional upper classes, as leaders. Anticipating what the world would be like in the year 2000, the book is interesting both for its hits (trains and cars resulting in the dispersion of population from cities to suburbs; moral restrictions declining as men and women seek greater sexual freedom; the defeat of German militarism, and the existence of a European Union) and its misses (he did not expect successful aircraft before 1950, and averred that \"my imagination refuses to see any sort of submarine doing anything but suffocate its crew and founder at sea\"). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: From the author of the science fiction classic, \'The War of the Worlds\', H.G. Wells\' \'The Lost Inheritance\' is a supernatural, suspense novella. In this short story, a young man\'s sole purpose in life is to persuade his rich and eccentric uncle to leave him his vast fortune. Although, when the elderly man finally passes, there is no will to be found... Greed, money, and family dynamics lead this comic tragedy tale, an early literary prototype for shows like HBO\'s \'Succession\'. H.G. Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific writer and the author of more than 50 novels. In addition, he wrote more than 60 short stories, alongside various scientific papers. Many of his most famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Time Machine,’ starring Guy Pearce, ‘War of the Worlds,’ starring Tom Cruise, and ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss. Because of his various works exploring futuristic themes, Wells is regarded as one of the ‘Fathers of Science Fiction.’ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Freedom. A quality valued by many, and which is never restricted without consequence. Can a mother’s guidance ever be too much? One beautiful suit could be all it takes to break a family apart. Protection becomes a shell, a place to hide from reality, but also a prison. There is always a breaking point, and this breaking point takes the form of one piece of tissue paper. Is freedom the danger, or was the danger created by mother’s constraint? ‘The Beautiful Suit’ is an exploration of society’s norms, and whether people’s behaviour determine them, or the norms determine people’s behaviour. Though it was first published in 1909, its themes and questions still ring true in today’s society. H. G. Wells (1866-1946) was a writer most well-known for science fiction titles such as \'War of the Worlds\' and \'The Time Machine.\' In many ways he is often considered to be a pioneer in the science fiction genre, though he also wrote short fiction, satire, social commentaries, biography and autobiography. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature on four occasions. In addition to writing, he was a teacher, historian and artist. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: From the \"father of science fiction\", H.G. Wells, comes a tale of a near-death experience. In H.G. Wells\' short story \'Under the Knife\', the narrator undergoes an operation during which Dr Haddon administers an anaesthetic. While under, the patient journeys into space and discovers that the universe is merely a speck of light reflected on a ring, worn on God\'s hand. A thought-provoking exploration of the afterlife, the universe, and the unconscious mind, H.G. Wells\' novella \'Under the knife\' will be enjoyed by fans of the Matrix films.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: This enjoyable short story from Anthony Trollope follows the arrogant Captain John Broughton as he seeks to cement his place as heir to his wealthy aunt Miss Le Smyrger. Set in Devonshire, love and romance are also in the air for Captain Broughton, but will his ego ultimately be his downfall? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

Chris is bored, lonely, trapped in a loveless, sexless marriage. In his forties, he's a stranger to the 1970s youth culture of London, a stranger to himself on the night he invites a hooker into his car.Roza is Yugoslavian, recently moved to London, the daughter of one of Tito's partisans. She's in her twenties, but has already lived a life filled with danger, misadventure, romance, and tragedy. And though she's not a hooker, when she's propositioned by Chris, she gets into his car anyway.Over the next few months Roza tells Chris the stories of her past. She's a fast-talking Scheherazade, saving her own life by telling it to Chris. And he takes in her tales as if they were oxygen in an otherwise airless world. But is Roza telling the truth? Does Chris hear the stories through the filter of his own need? Does it even matter?This deeply moving novel of their unlikely love - narrated in the moment and through recollection, each of their voices deftly realised - is also a brilliantly subtle commentary on storytelling: its seductions and powers, and its ultimately unavoidable dangers. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Enjoy the Beauty of Shakespeare's Sonnets "Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou art more lovely and more temperate: " ― William Shakespeare, Shakespeare's Sonnets While William Shakespeare might be most well-known for his plays, his poetry is rich and not to be missed. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The Flowering of the Strange Orchid is a short story by H. G. Wells. Herbert George \"H. G.\" Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is sometimes called \"The Father of Science Fiction\", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau. Wells\'s earliest specialised training was in biology, and his thinking on ethical matters took place in a specifically and fundamentally Darwinian context. He was also from an early date an outspoken socialist, often (but not always, as at the beginning of the First World War) sympathising with pacifist views. His later works became increasingly political and didactic, and he sometimes indicated on official documents that his profession was that of \"Journalist.\" Most of his later novels were not science fiction. Some described lower-middle class life (Kipps; The History of Mr Polly), leading him to be touted as a worthy successor to Charles Dickens, but Wells described a range of social strata and even attempted, in Tono-Bungay (1909), a diagnosis of English society as a whole. Wells\'s first non-fiction bestseller was Anticipations of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress Upon Human Life and Thought (1901). When originally serialised in a magazine it was subtitled, \"An Experiment in Prophecy\", and is considered his most explicitly futuristic work. It offered the immediate political message of the privileged sections of society continuing to bar capable men from other classes from advancement until war would force a need to employ those most able, rather than the traditional upper classes, as leaders. Anticipating what the world would be like in the year 2000, the book is interesting both for its hits (trains and cars resulting in the dispersion of population from cities to suburbs; moral restrictions declining as men and women seek greater sexual freedom; the defeat of German militarism, and the existence of a European Union) and its misses (he did not expect successful aircraft before 1950, and averred that \"my imagination refuses to see any sort of submarine doing anything but suffocate its crew and founder at sea\"). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: First published in \'The Strand Magazine\' in 1925, \'The Pearl of Love\' by H.G. Wells is an allegorical tale of love, devotion, and loss.Inspired by ancient Persian literature, this short story tells the fable of a bereaved Indian prince whose beloved wife dies young. Much in the same way as Shah Jahan (the fifth Mughal emperor of India) built the Taj Mahal as a shrine to his late wife, the prince in this story devotes his life to building the perfect memorial to his lost love but, as in many tales of romance, there\'s a cruel twist that pulls at his heart. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The Jilting of Jane is a short story by H. G. Wells. Herbert George \"H. G.\" Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer, now best known for his work in the science fiction genre. He was also a prolific writer in many other genres, including contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary, even writing textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is sometimes called \"The Father of Science Fiction\", as are Jules Verne and Hugo Gernsback. His most notable science fiction works include The War of the Worlds, The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and The Island of Doctor Moreau. Wells\'s earliest specialised training was in biology, and his thinking on ethical matters took place in a specifically and fundamentally Darwinian context. He was also from an early date an outspoken socialist, often (but not always, as at the beginning of the First World War) sympathising with pacifist views. His later works became increasingly political and didactic, and he sometimes indicated on official documents that his profession was that of \"Journalist.\" Most of his later novels were not science fiction. Some described lower-middle class life (Kipps; The History of Mr Polly), leading him to be touted as a worthy successor to Charles Dickens, but Wells described a range of social strata and even attempted, in Tono-Bungay (1909), a diagnosis of English society as a whole. Wells\'s first non-fiction bestseller was Anticipations of the Reaction of Mechanical and Scientific Progress Upon Human Life and Thought (1901). When originally serialised in a magazine it was subtitled, \"An Experiment in Prophecy\", and is considered his most explicitly futuristic work. It offered the immediate political message of the privileged sections of society continuing to bar capable men from other classes from advancement until war would force a need to employ those most able, rather than the traditional upper classes, as leaders. Anticipating what the world would be like in the year 2000, the book is interesting both for its hits (trains and cars resulting in the dispersion of population from cities to suburbs; moral restrictions declining as men and women seek greater sexual freedom; the defeat of German militarism, and the existence of a European Union) and its misses (he did not expect successful aircraft before 1950, and averred that \"my imagination refuses to see any sort of s (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Containing loosely autobiographical elements, ‘In the Modern Vein’ is a short story detailing the romantic pursuits of the poet, Aubrey Vair. The crux of the tale focuses on Vair’s brief, platonic affair with the enigmatic Miss Smith. Will Vair return to his wife or elope with his new love? Wells allows us to experience the turmoil Vair endures in touching and unexpected detail. Given the rumours of his numerous affairs in real-life, could this be the author is trying to lay old ghosts to rest? H.G. Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific writer and the author of more than 50 novels. Additionally, he wrote more than 60 short stories, alongside various scientific papers. Many of his most famous works have been adapted for film and television, including ‘The Time Machine,’ starring Guy Pearce, ‘War of the Worlds,’ starring Tom Cruise, and ‘The Invisible Man,’ starring Elizabeth Moss. Because of his various works exploring futuristic themes, Wells is regarded as one of the ‘Fathers of Science Fiction.’ (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Adapted into episode one of the TV mini-series, The Nightmare Worlds of H.G. Wells – starring Ray Winstone and Michael Gambon – The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham is a short story by H.G. Wells. A young, poverty-stricken man called Edward Eden meets a strange older gentleman, Egbert Elvesham, who declares that he would like Eden to be his sole heir. At the end of a meal together, Elvesham pours a strange pink powder into their drinks and the following day, Edward Eden wakes to find himself in Elvesham\'s body in a \'Freaky Friday\' body-swapping scenario. Eden is destined for more than he signed up for in this fantasy, horror story. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Born into the Wild West, Smoky knows nothing but the breath of freedom whipping through his mane as he rides into the wind. And when a cowboy named Clint takes him in as his trusty steed, his deep intelligence and strong spirit renders him the best cow horse in all the land. Everybody wants Smoky. But not just anybody can have him. Stolen by a horse thief on a dark summer\'s night, Smoky\'s loyalty to Clint remains unwavering. But what happens when a cow horse refuses to be ridden by a cruel thief? And more importantly, what becomes of a free spirit tossed around from owner to owner? Winner of the 1927 Newberry Medal, and adapted into three films, Will James\' \'Smoky the Cowhorse\' is ideal for fans of the beloved adventure-animated hit, \' Stallion of the Cimarron\'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Who would have known that \"the father of Science Fiction\" also wrote satire about stuffed animals? H.G. Wells\' short story \'The Triumphs of a Taxidermist\' was first published anonymously in 1894 and reprinted in \'The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents\' a year later. \'The Triumphs of a Taxidermist\' sees the character Bellows visit a friend, the titular Taxidermist, who enthusiastically recounts tales of forgery, crime, and far-fetched claims to fame from his career in this humorous and satirical look at English culture. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Should he confess all and face the consequences or should he keep his secret forever?\'A Slip Under the Microscope\' is one of H.G. Wells\' best-loved short stories, detailing the dilemma faced by the central character, Hill. During a botany exam, Hill inadvertently \'cheats\' when he moves a microscope slide and is forced to choose between coming clean or staying quiet. This tale is a fascinating dissection of the themes of honesty and ethical behaviour. With certain autobiographical elements to the story, \'A Slip Under the Microscope\' gives us a brief insight into the mind of one of the greatest authors of all time. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: What if something wild is lurking in the forest? Something more dangerous than an animal? When she was a little girl, she lived in a fantasy world, convinced that her imagination created mysterious creatures. Now she's back as an adult woman. The forest calls her and she answers. Who is the being that once called her the Fox’s Daughter, and is it real? Eroticism: wild, primal. And a mouth that tastes like wild honey. Do you dare to enter the forest? Catrina Curant is the artistic pseudonym of a Polish writer. Experimenting in bed, searching for new sensations and discovering her own nature is something natural for her. She writes columns for an erotic portal, visits swingers' clubs and BDSM shows. She is fascinated by the Japanese art of Shibari, and in her texts she tries to combine mysticism with eroticism and the natural human desire to fulfil one's desires. She does not recognise taboos, and human sexuality is the passion of her life. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Sometimes, being disobedient brings unbelievable surprises. When five-year-old Freddie is warned by Toby Littleback, the proprietor of the local tobacco shop, never to touch the jar shaped like a man’s head, he can’t resist. Suddenly Freddie is transported to the Spanish Main, as pirates pursue his sinking ship in the search for hidden treasure. How will he escape their clutches and return home? A cross between ‘Peter Pan’ and ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’, this action-packed fantasy story for children features flying carpets, skulduggery, and gold. Perfect for fans of fantasy adventure fiction. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: What would you wish for if you could have anything? William Wymark Jacobs raises this age-old question when the White family stumble upon a monkey’s paw with the power to grant wishes. When their wish for riches goes awry, they are forced to face the truth - that all actions have consequences, magically granted or not. Over time, Jacobs’ novel has become a classic horror story, boasting an impressive amount of adaptions (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Homecoming hero Jeffrey Blake returns after a stint in prison and tries to embed himself back into his former life. Blake hopes to reconcile with his wife and find his place back in his family alongside his aging father but is met with obstacles and judgement, as well as trying to solve the mystery of a stolen necklace in the family with his wife as the prime suspect. Alice Brown is an American novelist and short-story writer. She is best known for her tales about New England and as a writer of stories with local colour. Born in New Hampshire in 1857, Brown\'s stories often portray a female protagonist in a domestic setting. Her first novel, \'Stratford-by-the-Sea\', was published in 1884. It cemented Brown as part of the Boston literary scene, but by the time she died in 1948 (aged 91), many of her stories had been forgotten about and were no longer in print. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: What do we usually find in Jane Austen\'s novels? At least one girl with a conflict and a handsome man or two to rush in and save the day. If nothing else, Jane was a romantic through and through! Catharine is a young orphan being raised in the country. Her best friends are the four children of the vicar. After the vicar’s death, they have been sent off to various locations to make their way in the world. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley come to visit Catharine and her guardian aunt. They have a daughter Camilla, and a handsome son Edward. Camilla and Catharine become friends and Camilla is sure that Catharine and Edward will become a couple. The heroine, Catharine Percival, is young and naive, but intelligent and spirited. Although she is an orphan, as befits the heroine of a novel written in the late eighteenth century, she is hampered in her adventures by her loving aunt who is overprotective and fearful of the world Catharine is soon visiting London as well. Will she reunite with her old friends? Will Catharine and Edward become a couple or will something from the past force them apart? (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Part of a duology about the life of King Louis XV, \"The Conspirators; or the Chevalier d\'Harmental\" follows the conspiracy against Phillip II, Duke of Orleans, regent of the infant King. Of his work on the period, it is considered among Dumas\' best by critics and fans alike.It is a thrilling novel, threaded through with romance, political conspiracy, and the epic clash between the Church and the Crown, for the support of the people. From the brilliant mind behind \'The Three Musketeers\', it is another brilliant gem in his already epic body of work, perfect for anyone who loves historical fiction or the intrigue of Netflix\'s \'The King\'.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘The Wizard\'s Touch’ (1906) is a short story by American playwright and novelist, Alice Brown. Jerome Wilmer is an artist who returned from his travels to find Mary, the girl he loves, engaged to another. Determined to get her back, he must find a way to win her hand before it\'s too late. This sentimental love story is perfect for fans of romantic fiction and the tangled web of relationships. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: First published in 1905, author L. Frank Baum considered ‘Queen Zixi of Ix or The Story of the Magic Cloak’ to be one of his greatest works. Closer in style to a traditional fairy tale than many of his other children’s stories, the plot centres around a magic wishing cloak created by Queen Lulea and her fairy subjects. The cloak will grant a single wish to each wearer of the cloak – unless they have come into possession of it by dishonest means. A captivating story, full of magic, morals, mystery, and wonder. A must-read for all Oz fans. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,Komedie na věčné a vděčné téma boje mezi mužem a ženou. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: In this witty and charming French play, the audience follows Madame Pernelle, whose self-importance leads her to leave her son Orgon\'s house because no one pays any attention to her. The only person who happens to meet her high expectations is Tartuffe. While Tartuffe\'s true character of being \'the Hypocrite\' is slowly revealed to the audience, Madame Pernelle remains blissfully unaware of the fraud who exploits his victims by pretending to be pious. Madame Pernelle is on the point of leaving many times, but can\'t leave without having the last word and finds herself coming back to admonish or criticize one more person. Molière\'s ´Tartuffe, or The Hypocrite´ puts a satirical spin on religious hypocrisy and will delight fans of Shakespeare\'s ´The Taming of the Shrew´. Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known by his stage name Molière, was a French playwright, actor, and poet. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in the French language and world literature. Molière wrote comedies, farces, tragicomedies, and comédie-ballets. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed at the Comédie-Française more often than those of any other playwright today. He was born into a prosperous family and studied at the Collège de Clermont which made him well-suited for a life in the theatre. Molière spent thirteen years as an itinerant actor, which helped him polish his comedic abilities. While acting, he began writing, combining Commedia dell\'arte elements with the more refined French comedy. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Enter Big Willy C. In this his first published novel, Collins tackles two conflicts in the Rome of 408 AD: Paganism vs. Christianity and the titular hero, the daughter of a Christian Roman zealot, Antonia vs. Goisvintha – a Goth survivor of a Roman massacre. And when mild-mannered Antonia ends up captured by Goisvintha's brother during a siege, a tale of betrayals, sex and cat and mouse can truly unfold. It's not giant mech battles on distant planets exactly, but for 1850 English literature, this is pretty darn exotic. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: A seamless blend of fact and fiction, \'The Royal Life Guard, or The Flight of the Royal Family\' tells the story of the downfall of the French Monarchy. Set during the French Revolution, this novel paints Marie Antoinette as the villain of the piece. By comparison, King Louis XIV is depicted as an accommodating monarch with his people\'s interests at heart. Historians will know the outcome of this thrilling tale but, even so, will find it fast-paced and brimming with intrigue and conspiracy.The adventure-packed narrative is supported by historical observations and Dumas\' rapier-sharp political knowledge. A superb read for those new to his work and for those who want to read beyond the romantic romps of \'The Three Musketeers.\' (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: If you’ve seen "The Sixth Sense" with Bruce Willis, you’ll be familiar with Munchausen by Proxy Syndrome: deliberately making a person feel unwell in order to care for them. In "Jezebel’s Daughter", the poisonous Mrs Fontaine does exactly that in a plan to get her daughter, Minna, married. This is a story of romance and what happens when parents get too involved in their children’s marriages.Centred around a business based in London and Frankfort (or Frankfurt as we say today), "Jezebel’s Daughter" offers distinctive Victorian characters. Fritz Keller, the son of a partner of the business, is in love with Minna Fontaine. Meanwhile, the kindly proto-feminist Mrs Wagner runs the London office which employs women. She is caring for a patient, Jack, from the Bedlam psychiatric hospital.This thriller of a tale culminates when Mrs Fontaine, Mrs Wagner, and Jack all clash in a gothic plot that will determine the happy ending of Fritz and Minna. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: When Leslie comes to meet her father, Caspar Brooke, for the first time, she is keen to learn why her mother left him. While living with him, Leslie sets herself the task of reuniting her estranged parents. In Sergeant’s typically observant style, the circumstances that surround Brooke’s separation from Lady Alice have as much to do with their characters as they have to do with a chain of events. ‘Brooke’s Daughter’ is an incisive exploration of human relationships and how a simple misunderstanding can change the course of someone’s life. In Caspar, we have one of the most appealing characters in Sergeant’s canon, despite her trademark criticisms of male Victorian values. A fascinating and rewarding read, ‘Brooke’s Daughter’ is sure to delight any reader familiar with her body of work. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'The Day of His Youth\' is the story of Francis Hume who battles between his own personal guilt and his desire to seize the day, after his mother died during childbirth. Alice Brown is an American novelist and short-story writer. She is best known for her tales about New England and as a writer of local colour stories. Born in New Hampshire in 1857, Brown\'s stories often portray a female protagonist in a domestic setting. Her first novel, \'Stratford-by-the-Sea\', was published in 1884. It cemented Brown as part of the Boston literary scene, but by the time she died in 1948 (aged 91), many of her stories had been forgotten about and were no longer being published. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Young Jeff Benson and his elder brother Jacob are left fatherless when their father dies unexpectedly. The tragic event changes the course of their lives forever – and Jeff sets his sights on a life at sea. After several years learning his craft, Jeff returns to land to become a coastguardsman in his hometown of Cranby – where plenty of daring adventures await him. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,Tajemství Viléma Storitze patří mezi méně známá díla J. Verna. V tomto dobrodružném románu se autor obrací do světa fantazie, ale stejně jako ve svých dalších slavných románech se i zde staví za vědecký pokrok a rozumové vysvětlení všech záhad. Kniha s názvem The Secret of William Storitz / Tajemství Viléma Storitze patří do zvláštní kategorie literatury simplified reading, neboť vznikla zjednodušením původního textu románu. Je napsána v anglicko-české podobě, aby posloužila středně pokročilým studentům anglického jazyka jako doplňkový studijní materiál. Pomocí napínavé četby si ověříte nabyté znalosti anglického jazyka a v případě nejasností stačí nahlédnout do českého překladu či závěrečné části Glossary. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,„Koho by kdy napadlo, že bezcitný stroj na zabíjení bude čelit tolika morálním dilematům?“ Bezcitný stroj na zabíjení, kterého čtenáři této sci-fi sérii znají pod jménem Robokat, se opět vrhá do víru dobrodružství a nebezpečných situací. Jako už tolikrát předtím se bude i tentokrát pohybovat na hraně mezi nezájmem o okolí a rostoucím smyslem pro spravedlnost a zodpovědnost. Unaví Robokata neustálý konflikt s lidmi a dovede ho k naprosté apatii, nebo vytrvá v hledání důkazů proti těm, kteří mají na svědomí smrt nevinných lidí, a dokáže, že lidskost lze zrovna tak ztratit, jako získat? Martha Wells mistrně odkrývá tajemná zákoutí robotovy duše a nechává nahlédnout do myšlenkových pochodů někoho, kdo nechce mít s lidmi nic společného, ale přitom se poddává tak běžným lidským projevům, jako je vztek, soucit, sympatie a hlavně zdravá dávka ironie. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,PŘÍBĚH ZE ŽIVOTA ROBOKATA, KTERÝ STÁLE HLEDÁ SVOU ROLI VE SPOLEČNOSTI | Skupina Šerosvit ztrácí poslední zábrany a rozhodne se použít všech možných prostředků, aby zničila jak kompromitující materiály, tak i toho, kdo je získal.Co znamená chovat se podle naučeného vzorce a bezchybně plnit rozkazy už Robokat zažil. Vzepřít se a vydat se svou cestou už také vyzkoušel. Jenže porozumět lidskému světu, ve kterém se kromě přátelství a sounáležitosti objevuje i vypočítavost a nenávist, se ještě nenaučil. Ve snaze zachránit svůj tým se pouští do dalšího dobrodružství a nutno podotknout, že tentokrát bude muset nasadit veškeré svoje síly, aby se z něho nestalo dobrodružství poslední. Otázku si ale klade stále stejnou: jsem spíš bezcitný stroj určený k zabíjení, nebo bytost s nově získanými lidskými vlastnostmi? (knihydobrovsky.cz)