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eBook: When Mal decides to end her five-year relationship with Anna, she feels it is a new beginning. However, time passes, and the excitement turns to sadness. She tries to convince herself that the breakup was a good decision, but a part of her misses her former beloved. One night, a woman from her dreams shows up at her place. Long-dormant feelings awaken in Mal... (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: The young assistant Bianca conscientiously puts herself in the service of her superior, sexy Captain Viviane. She does not know that this evening, instead of fulfilling her duties, she will visit Caldarium Luxuria: an exclusive bathhouse inspired by the public pools of ancient Rome, full of splendor and finesse. A third figure also joins the company – a sophisticated, mysterious woman standing at the very top of the military hierarchy. The temperature rises sharply, not only in the saunas, when both ladies decide to relax with their obedient but shy assistant. Black Chanterelle is an author shrouded in mystery and a relentless explorer of human desires, dreams and lust. In her works, she focuses on awakening in the reader a wide range of sensual and aesthetic experiences. For her, erotica is a vast, beautiful and diverse concept, at the same time devoid of taboos, which she always captures in the light of her colourful plots with elements of fantasy... and imagination. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Two women in love complete their monogamous relationship with BDSM elements that each of them needs to feel fulfilled. Victoria Październy writes queer erotica in which steamy descriptions are completed by tenderness and sensitivity. Her stories are set in everyday life where strong desire mixes with the surrounding reality. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \"I close my eyes, focusing on the sensations flowing through me. You lick and suck on my skin, occasionally nibbling it hard and leaving red marks behind. You mark me with yourself. I\'m not going to complain or hide it later from the intrusive world. Let them look, let them be jealous, let them wonder who you are.\"Longing for a new level of intimacy in their relationship, two women introduce BDSM into their relationship in the titular story in this submission, domination, and touch that leaves more than one mark. Dark and sexy female desires, the stories in \'Peach A Collection of Lesbian & Bisexual Erotica\' will leave you breathless and dying for more. This compilation of short stories includes the \'Feeling Her Presence\', \'The Christmas Wish\', \'Valentine\'s Passion in Paradise\', \'The Mermaid\', \'A Midsummer Dream\', \'Cum Online\', \'The Police\', \'Princess Poetess\', \'Scheherazade\', \'Lust in Imperial Russia\', \'Christmas Eve at Hyde Mansion\', \'Workout buddies\', \'Lucia\', \' Mucha, The Consumers\', \'To My Lover\', \'December 15: All I want for Christmas\', \'The Power of Attraction\', \'Caldarium Luxuria\', and \'Peach Delight\'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: "Max snaked his leg in between Ludvig's and pressed his thigh against his crotch, making Ludvig whimper. He had been so focused on not letting go of Max's body – their dancing tongues, how hot he felt under his jacket – he hadn't noticed how hard he was." – Dangerous Desire Part of the erotic alphabet series, 'Q is for Queer - 8 Erotic Short Stories' is a collection of erotica that explores sex and sexuality in the queer community. Whether you're lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, queer, questioning or just curious, there's a sexy story to turn you on in this collection. The seventeenth installment in the alphabet series, 'Q is for Queer' features stories such as 'Peach Delight', 'The Power of Attraction', 'More than Friends', 'Dangerous Desires', and many more! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Dark erotica. It is difficult to come to terms with a breakup, especially when both sides never really leave. A forbidden, never-ending game takes place between the characters, leaving both of them craving each other even more. Trapped in the snares of passion and longing, they come back together again and again. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Have you ever told a lie? How about a lie that ruins another man\'s reputation? This is the sin that Norby commits and the event that kicks off the storyline in this book. Will he feel guilty and come clean before he ruins another man\'s life?Norby is a farmer of wealth and a timber baron at the turn of the 20th century. He guarantees a loan for a young entrepreneur who ends up going bankrupt. Norby is embarrassed so goes along with a lie told to put the entrepreneur in a bad light. As time goes on this lie becomes bigger and bigger and causes more problems for Norby and the poor entrepreneur who works hard to clear his reputation. It eventually becomes difficult to separate the truth from fiction. Bojer explores how a lie effects the unfairly accused, the liar and everyone else involved. As we read how the novel delves into the psychology behind each character\'s personality and how they came to be that way, it isn\'t hard to see why this author was nominated five times for the Nobel prize in literature. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘Erotic Chronicles #2: A Selection of the Hottest Erotica curated by LUST’ is a collection from LUST with over 180 stories exploring a range of pleasures, desires, fantasies, and kinks. From foreplay, bondage, and sex in public places to taboo, forbidden relationships, and seasonal erotica, this curated selection will fulfil every reader’s needs no matter what time of year it is. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow us to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘Erotic Chronicles #1: A Selection of the Hottest Erotic Short Stories’ is a collection from LUST with over 140 stories exploring some of your hottest fantasies and secret desires. From roleplay, polyamory, and female masturbation to exhibitionism, DILFs, and fuck buddies, this curated selection from LUST will fulfil every reader’s needs. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow us to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘Otherworldly Pleasures: A Collection of Dystopian & Fantasy Erotica’ is an anthology of short stories from LUST which explores sexual pleasure in dystopian and fantasy worlds – from gods and mermaids to magical genies and enchanting spells, from paranormal experiences to trips to Ancient Egypt, it’s time to enjoy a pleasure that’s out of this world. This collection – that would be enjoyed by ‘Sex Education’ character Lily Iglehart – includes the stories: ‘Caldarium Luxuria’, ‘Scheherazade’, ‘Lazarus’, ‘Eros’, ‘The Mermaid’, ‘Paranormal’, ‘The Genie’, ‘A Trip To Ancient Egypt’,‘LeXuS: The Founders’,‘LeXuS: Theodora, The Workers’, ‘LeXuS: Don, The Operators’, ‘LeXuS: Ild & Legassov, The Partners’, ‘LeXuS: Mucha, The Consumers’, ‘LeXuS: Lazare, the Outcasts’, ‘LeXuS: Lucresia, the Wretched’, ‘LeXuS: Pold, the Renegades’, ‘LeXuS: Axis, the Workers’, ‘LeXuS: Azad, the Guardians of Justice’ and ‘LeXuS: Satie, the Praegressus’. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow ourselves to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘Will You Dare? - A Collection of Taboo Erotica’ by LUST is an anthology of sex stories that cover all things taboo and prohibited in dark erotica and roleplay fantasies. From public play and exhibitionism to age differences, from stepbrothers to teachers and students, from strap-ons to polyamorous relationships, there’s something for every illicit desire. This collection of Erotic Short Stories includes the following: ‘The Secret Desires of Julie’, ‘Strap-on’, ‘The Stepbrother’, ‘Father’, ‘Every Other Week’, ‘A Free Woman’, ‘A Passionate Commute’, ‘Home Alone’, ‘Valentine\'s Night’, ‘The Intern’, ‘The Doctor and I’, ‘MILF’, ‘Geography Teacher’, ‘Evening Walk’, ‘Against the Voice of Reason’, ‘The Stranger’, ‘Polyamory in Paris’, and ‘Dangerous Desire’. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow ourselves to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘Female Pleasure Circle - A Collection of Feminist Erotica’ is an anthology of stories by LUST authors that focuses on female pleasure, sex, and passion. In the titular story, a Danish woman, on holiday in New York, decides to challenge the taboo of female masturbation. She shows up for a ‘Female Pleasure Circle’ class in the hopes of pushing her own boundaries with the help of other women. When the women get started and find a shared rhythm, there is no stopping them. This compilation of short stories includes the following: ‘Female Pleasure Circle’, ‘Every Other Week’, ‘A Wet Midsummer Night\'s Dream’, ‘Viola’, ‘Beneath Her’, Beneath Him’, ‘Feeling Her Presence’, ‘A Free Woman’, ‘MILF’, ‘Workout buddies’, ‘Horny as Hell’, ‘Under Observation’, ‘Body on Fire’, ‘Stephanie, the Voyeur without Inhibitions’, ‘Submission’, ‘The Parking Attendant’, ‘Welcome to Kitty,’ ‘Beneath the Checked Flannel Shirt’, ‘Such a Precious Treasure’, and ‘Calendar Sex’. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow ourselves to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Dive into desire.An intoxicating exploration of passion and romantic desires, 'Fearless: A Collection of Romantic & Feel-good Erotica' unfolds a range of sexual fantasies that promise to arouse your senses and leave you basking in the warmth of feel-good pleasure.This sexy collection includes stories such as 'The Waitress', 'A Dream of Paris', 'The Passions of the Dowager Countess', 'A Passionate Flame', 'A Fire of Desire', 'A Spark of Lust', 'Almost like Carpe Diem', and many more! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Get hot and sexy in the sun this summer holiday with 'Licking the Sun from Your Skin: A Collection of Summer Erotica' from LUST. From sandy romps on the beach and midsummer dreams to public pleasure in the park and passion in paradise, this collection has something for everyone's summer fling. (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: ‘In-finite: A Collection of Threesome, Group and Polyamorous Erotica’ is a collection from LUST that explores the passions and steamy encounters of sex when more than two people are involved. From group sex and sex club orgies to threesomes and polyamory, there’s a sexy scenario for every reader to join in. This collection includes: The Boss's Daughters Desire 5: Threesome December 6: Santa-Boy Student accommodation Spray, Part 1 Spray, Part 2 Yukako December 24: The Forbidden Threesome Madame 1: Foreplay The Sex Club La Cabaña The Ice Hotel 1: Lips of Ice Strip Poker Sex on Show A Polyamorous Christmas Delirium The Medical Interns The Love Islands Swingers All-Inclusive - The Confessions of an Escort Part 2 The Secrets of Angkor 1: Reliefs The Secrets of Angkor 2: A Bud Bursting into Bloom The Secrets of Angkor 3: A Broken Lock The Piano Teacher LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow us to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'Keep A Collection of Travel Erotica\' is an anthology of romantic erotic short stories from Lust that will let you travel the world in moments of sexual pleasure that will indulge your every desire. From Berlin to Marseille, from roleplay and threesomes to taboo relationships, this collection has it all. This erotic collection includes the short \'Honeymoon\', \'The Professor\', \'Coming Out\', \'Pavilion of Desire\', \'Threesome\', \'Horizontal and Vertical Friends\', \'Red Roses\', \'The Outing\', \'Mothers\', \'Fuckbuddies\', \'The Lover\', \'Roleplay\', \'The Train Journey 1: Venetian Nights\', \'The Train Journey 2: Cinque Terre\', \'The Train Journey 3: The Sweet Smell of Provence\' \'The Train Journey 4: Moon over Marseille\', \'The Train Journey 5: The Night Train to Berlin\', \'The Secrets of Angkor 1: Reliefs\', \'The Secrets of Angkor 2: A Bud Bursting into Bloom\', and \'The Secrets of Angkor 3: A Broken Lock\'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'At Your A Collection of BDSM, Roleplay & Other Daring Erotica\' is an anthology of stories about BDSM and kink sex, whether you are turned on by being submissive or dominant, there\'s an erotic fiction for you. This compilation of short stories includes the \'At Your Service!\', \'Secret Santa\', \'Submission\', \'The Police\', \'Freedom in Bondage\', \'Peach Delight\', \'Valentine\'s Night\', \'Midsummer Night\', \'December 4: Fuckin\' around the Christmas tree\', \'Role Cops & Robbers\', \'Evening Walk\', \'Strap-on\', \'DILF\', \'The Pornstar\', \'Body on Fire\', \'Chastised\', Beneath Her\', \'Beneath Him\' and \'Polyamory in Paris\'. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: '10 Ways to Raise the Temperature – A Collection of Erotica for Surviving Winter' is an anthology of fiery hot stories that will keep you hot and horny all through winter. From sparks of lust that warm snow-filled days on the ski slopes to steamy Christmas tales. From ringing in the New Year with something sexy to Valentine's Day (arguably the sexiest day of winter), there's a story in this collection for everyone. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Rape role-play erotica. Celina is confident and knows exactly what she wants. She has a great sex life with her boyfriend who always enjoys fulfilling her fantasies. This time, however, he outdoes himself in the art of satisfying her desires, and her evening walk with her dog turns into a surprising, brutal game between them. Mila Lipa is an erotica writer who based on her fantasies and experiences creates her own kind of art where words try to convey what the body feels. An admirer of short literary forms which she tentatively calls erotic-lyrical etudes. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Often referred to as the sequel to \'The Two Dianas,\' \'The Page of the Duke of Savoy\' tells the story of the Duke of Savoy and his mysterious page. The Duke decides to fight the French at the Battle of St. Quentin, with potentially disastrous consequences. In typical Dumas style, this story is rife with political intrigue, double identities, and swashbuckling swordplay.However, at its heart, this is a historical romance which shows the lengths people will go to for love. A real page-turner for fans of Dumas and those who want an introduction to his work. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Binding is an art, as is the ability to dominate. What do we become in the hands of a good teacher? And what is it really like to give complete control to another person? Trust? She lost her trust, as well as her confidence and sense of security. He is the domme, and whatever he does, he will do for her sake. The only way he knows how. Sometimes you have to lose control of your life to regain it. The BDSM world is not what it seems. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Head of the House of Coombe was published first in 1922 in Canada. Revolving around the life of Lord Coombe and his mysterious past, it presents the raw and intelligent little Robin trying to cope with the adversities of life and accurately describes the social life of pre-war London. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: “Sofia feels small and light as a feather in his embrace. It’s like all of his body work, and all of his heavy lifting has prepared him for this moment. His moans mix with hers and with the sound of sheep and the buzzing of bees. She closes her eyes and tilts her head back. A sound of complete and pure pleasure leaves her mouth.” – The Lone Wolf ‘Melt: A Collection of Erotica For A Spring Awakening’ is a collection of erotic stories that will awaken your pleasure like the blooming of spring flowers. From seizing spring days with romantic romps to erotic Easter surprises and passion in nature, whether there’s spring sun or showers, there’s a sexy story to enjoy. This collection includes the stories: ‘Under the Nevada Sun’, ‘Newly in Love’, ‘The Lone Wolf’, ‘The Easter Egg’, ‘Easter Lust’, ‘The Massage’, ‘Beneath the Checked Flannel Shirt’, ‘Seize the Day’, ‘Birthday in Norway’, and ‘Leshy, the Forest Demon, and the Fox's Daughter – Slavic Eco-Erotica’. LUST is a publishing house that publishes a collection of sexy and imaginative erotica. They’re on a mission to publish erotic literature that will appeal to every different kind of person, by representing different types of lust and desire to allow ourselves to understand that it’s okay to think about your sexuality, sex, and what turns you on. This compilation includes erotic short stories written by the following LUST authors: B. J. Hermansson, Katja Slonawski, Malin Edholm, Lisa Vild, Camille Bech, Andrea Hansen, and Catrina Curant. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: \'Coming Out & A Collection of Steamy Queer Erotica\' is a collection of sexy stories for the LGBTQI+ community. From horny stable boys and getting steamy in the sauna to friends with benefits, there\'s a story for every reader under the rainbow. Whether you\'re gay, lesbian, bisexual, pansexual, transgender or queer, these stories will definitely put you in the right mood. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,Kniha se věnuje kulturním procesům vyjednávání symbolických hranic přináležení v českém imigračním kontextu. Na základě kvalitativní analýzy biografických rozhovorů s přistěhovalci z Běloruska, Ukrajiny a Ruska žijících v České republice autorka zjišťuje, jak se utvářejí symbolické hranice přináležení skrze stigma v každodenních interakcích v sociálním a kulturním kontextu imigrace. Kniha si všímá rozporuplné kulturní reprezentace této skupiny migrantů v českém prostoru etnizovaných vztahů – zvláštního napětí mezi pozicí ‚Druhého‘ (‚Other) a ‚Bratra‘ (‚Brother‘) ve vztahu k Čechům. Toto napětí odráží minulé i současné procesy vytváření národa ve střední a východní Evropě, historické politické vztahy mezi socialistickým Československem a Sovětským svazem a migrační procesy v období po roce 1989. Kniha nabízí nový vhled do kulturního repertoáru českého imigračního kontextu a vyjednávání hranic češství. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,This book targets the problems of emergence and stabilization of the earliest state bodies in the pristine statehood foci of the Old World - Egypt, Mesopotamia, India and China. Charvát takes his readers through the essential economic, political and intellectual transformations induced in those societies by their transformations into early states. The author also provides a comprehensive view over the entire range of the discussed problems, attempting to perceive the process of establishment of the earliest states of the Old World in its complexity. The book gives the word to ancient statesmen, as well as to men of religion and letters of yore, voicing their alarm in crisis situations of their states, when they feared collapse of what they understood as "civilized society". Addressing their admonitions to kings, managers, generals and, where possible, the widest circles of society, such thinkers urged their contemporaries to defend the ideals on which their civilizations wer e built. The book is addressed to all those interested in the emergence and development of humankind´s earliest states including university students of humanity disciplines. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: La Fortune des Rougon (The Fortune of the Rougons), originally published in 1871, is the first novel in Émile Zola's monumental twenty-volume series Les Rougon-Macquart. The novel is partly an origin story, with a large cast of characters - many of whom become the central figures of later novels in the series - and partly an account of the December 1851 coup d´etat that created the French Second Empire under Napoleon III. The events are experienced through the eyes of a large provincial town in southern France. The title refers not only to the "fortune" chased by protagonists Pierre and Felicité Rougon, but also to the fortunes of the various disparate family members Zola introduces, whose lives are of central importance to later books in the series. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: This novel, although not as well-known as Radcliffe's later works, is thought to represent her work at its best. More than just a work of suspense and mystery, it is a work of ideas--a discussion of the contrasts between hedonistic doctrines and a system of education and values. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Archibald Hunter arrives at Cruden Bay for his yearly seaside vacation, looking for nothing more than peace and quiet. Then all of a sudden his life becomes plagued by intimidating visions and omens of impending disaster. What are these creepy ghosts trying to tell him? And what is the mystery behind the strange cipher that has inexplicably fallen into his lap?A mystery novel at first but transforms into an exciting adventure full of intrigue, romance and treasure hunting. 'The Mystery of The Sea' is a stark but refreshing contrast to Bram Stoker's well-known horror classic 'Dracula', famously portrayed by film star Bela Lugosi. Highly recommended for avid fans of H.P. Lovecraft's supernatural stories, and its HBO adaptation 'Lovecraft Country'. Also a perfect fit for 'Robinson Crusoe' fans seeking a sinister adventure story about a lone man taking on the malignant forces of nature.- (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Business magnate Roger Melton has passed on, leaving behind one of the grandest fortunes of his time. To the family's astonishment, Roger has bequeathed his vast estate to the black sheep of the family, his young nephew Rupert Sent Leger. But Rupert's inheritance involves the most extraordinary conditions, including one stating that he must reside in the ancient castle of Vissarion in the Land of the Blue Mountains. Rupert travels to Vissarion with his Aunt Janet, who possesses the occult power of Second Sight. But despite all the precautions Rupert is visited by a mysterious woman veiled in a burial shroud. Beguiled by her otherworldly and ethereal beauty, Rupert ponders whether she is a vampire, a ghost, or another sort of mystic creature altogether. Determined to find out for himself, but has no idea of what dangers he has to face. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Is there anything wrong with a man that wants to change the world? What happens when he goes a little too far against the wishes of his family? All Dr. Mark wants to do is help, but is this possible?An idealistic physician, shaped by his reformist mother, decides to practice medicine in a cold area in the far north of Norway among the Sami people. He returns home with his stylish new wife and sets about looking into the social factors that contribute to illness. This leads him into difficulty not least from his jealous wife.Will Dr. Mark\'s epiphany for social justice outweigh his ability to function rationally in his role as physician and husband? An insightful novel from Northern Norway at the turn of the 20th century (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Dangerous storms, treacherous waters and friends who sometimes turn out to be enemies. The life of the Norwegian fishermen was never easy. If you love \'The Vikings\' series on Netflix, you will love this book!Set against the harsh beauty of the Lofoten Islands, \'The Last of the Vikings\' is a stirring depiction, both of man\'s perseverance and of the end of an era. Its action centres upon a single fishing season, when the Norwegian peasantry, descendants of the Vikings, make their annual voyage to the islands.For the people at home, fishing was just as hard, but in a different way. The knowledge that your husband, son or father was away for months, risking his life, wore on those staying at home. The main character\'s wife is described as hating the sea - she never saw God in the sea. He just existed back at her childhood farm.This is a tale of the poor and their ongoing struggle to live and provide for their families. Full of adventures and tales, though quite sad in places, this classic book makes for an interesting read and is one of those stories that should be read at least once in a lifetime! (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Do you like Stieg Larsson\'s \'Millennium\', James Bond and dystopian dramas like \'The Man in the High Castle\'? The 1903 spy thriller \'The Riddle of the Sands\' has elements of all three - and then some. Ken Follett, author of \'The Pillars of the Earth\', called \'The Riddle of the Sands\' the \"first modern thriller\". It centres on a suspected plot by the German Empire to invade Britain. The plot proved to be almost prophetic, bearing in mind what was to follow in the First World War and the Second World War in the coming decades. Minor civil servant Carruthers and his friend, Davies are the men investigating the plot while on a yachting holiday in the Baltic Sea. They are drawn into an intricate story that includes secret treasure, a British traitor and a race against time to save Britain from the grip of the Kaiser. In 1979 \'The Riddle of the Sands\' was made into a spy thriller movie, starring Michael York, Jenny Agutter and Simon MacCorkindale. Childers\' technique of including a great deal of detail that could be verified was later used by authors including: John Buchan, who wrote \'The Thirty-Nine Steps\'; \'James Bond\' author Ian Fleming and John Le Carré. Erskine Childers (1870-1922) was an Anglo-Irish writer whose only true literary success came with \'The Riddle of the Sands\'. Instead, he found infamy through his political activism. Having been a prospective Liberal parliamentary candidate, he left the party and took up the cause of Irish Republicanism. He smuggled guns into Ireland on his yacht, but was executed during the Irish Civil War. His son, Erskine Hamilton Childers, became the 4th president of Ireland. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: "I hate every wave of the ocean," the seasick Charles Darwin wrote to his family during his five-year voyage on the H.M.S. Beagle. It was this world-wide journey, however, that launched the scientist’s career.The Voyage of the Beagle is Darwin's fascinating account of his trip - of his biological and geological observations and collection activities, of his speculations about the causes and theories behind scientific phenomena, of his interactions with various native peoples, of his beautiful descriptions of the lands he visited, and of his amazing discoveries in the Galapagos archipelago. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: 'The Doom of the Griffiths' is a haunting short story by the acclaimed Victorian author Elizabeth Gaskell. A long-forgotten curse was placed upon the Griffiths family by the last native Prince of Wales, Owain Glyndŵr, following a betrayal by a member of the Griffiths family. The curse foretells that the Griffiths family line will end 'with the murder of the eighth generation Griffiths by the ninth'. Many years later, will the ominous prophecy upon the condemned family come true? A dark tale of revenge, jealousy, and treachery. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: ‘The Castaways of the Flag’ is the sequel to ‘Their Island Home’ and the 47th book of the ‘Extraordinary Voyages’ series. A huge fan of ‘The Swiss Family Robinson,’ by Johann David Wyss, Verne decided to pick up the thread and, with the addition of ‘Their Island Home,’ turn one story into an unofficial trilogy. This, the final instalment, follows the fortunes of the family, as they finally leave the island and head for home. However, will its shores prove too difficult to escape from forever? A fitting finale to Wyss’ original tale, this book is for lovers of Verne and Wyss, alike. Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who became known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction.’ He wrote more than 60 novels, including ‘Journey to the Center of the Earth’ (1864), ‘Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea’ (1870) which was also released as a film, starring James Mason, and ‘Around the World in Eighty Days’ (1873), which has been released as a TV drama, featuring former Dr Who star, David Tennant. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Considered wildly controversial at the time of its release, \'The Fruit of the Tree\' is a departure from the norm for Edith Wharton. While her trademark eye for social detail and psychological insights are present and correct, this novel deals with more melancholic themes, such as divorce, addiction, euthanasia, poor working conditions, and extravagance. It follows the story of George Amhurst, the assistant manager of a textile mill in New England. While his heart might be in the right place, when he marries the widow of a mill owner, he might be forced to compromise in his ideals. A striking book from the pen that wrote \'The Age of Innocence,\' which became a film, starring Michelle Pfeiffer and Daniel Day-Lewis. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Richard Horatio Edgar Wallace (April 1, 1875 – February 10, 1932) was an English crime writer, journalist, novelist, screenwriter, and playwright, who wrote 175 novels, 24 plays, and numerous articles in newspapers and journals. Over 160 films have been made of his novels. In the 1920s, one of Wallace\'s publishers claimed that a quarter of all books read in England were written by him. He is most famous today as the co-creator of King Kong, writing the early screenplay and story for the movie, as well as a short story \"King Kong\" (1933) credited to him and Draycott Dell. He was known for the J. G. Reeder detective stories, The Four Just Men, The Ringer, and for creating the Green Archer character during his lifetime. (wikipedia.org) THE PEOPLE OF THE RIVER is set in Colonial Africa, British colonial official Sanders fights for British power and to protect his colonial charges set against the backdrop of mostly-unexplored Africa. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: For those interested in a more philosphical aspect of war, \'The Meaning of the War\' by Henri Bergson is a short non-fiction work that explores \'Life & Matter in Conflict\', as the subtitle of the book tells us. A renowned French philosopher, Bergson delves into the history and politics of war, specifically examining Germany during World War I. This book criticizes the ideology that might is right. A policy that has been fatal for regions that neighbour Germany.To further get insight into the philosophical aspect of war, Sigmund Freud\'s essay ´Reflections on War and Death´ provides a great perspective on the modern mental state of people during WWI. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Sometimes true life spins more shocking stories than the minds of writers. That is the case with \'The Interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equiano\'. The understated title masks an autobiography where truth trumps fiction, featuring kidnapping, death, slavery, jail, transportation, rape, Christian faith and much more.It is also one of the most important books of its time, the late 18th century. For its publication told the truth about the trans-Atlantic slave trade, and sowed the seeds for the abolition movement that eventually stopped it.The scandal of slavery that Equiano helped get into the public\'s consciousness has been featured in a host of films, including \'12 Years a Slave\', directed by Steve McQueen and based on a novel by Solomon Northup. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Dark erotica. A young journalist goes on a business trip to Rotterdam, tormented by the memories of the recent past. She is to replace her editorial colleague during an interview with a niche jazz musician. Is their meeting and the unexpected outburst of passion a work of chance or a perfectly planned scenario? M. J. Baczyńska is a writer at the beginning of her career, creator of erotic literature in the broadest sense. A fan of white coffee and black humour. In her stories, the boundaries between good and evil, beauty and ugliness blur, and the contrasts form a coherent whole. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook:,This book describes fascinating natural landscapes of south Moravia and river Dyje (the area partially protected by UNESCO). It talks about people and yearly events in the region. The stories are characteristic of its poetics, style and beautiful language. (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: J.M. Synge’s ‘The Well of the Saints’ is a three-act darkly comedic play that explores themes of myth, vision and journeys. Two blind beggars, Martin and Mary Doul, are cured of their blindness by a passing saint. Unable to reckon with the ugliness of a world they have never seen, their relationship is torn apart by their new gift. Now able to integrate into society, they try and live as they have always wanted to, only to be met with cruelty at every turn. ‘The Well of the Saints’ is a hilarious and thought-provoking play that will enrapture fans of Irish literature or comedy. A cross between ‘Waiting for Godot’ and ‘Trading Places’, ‘The Well of the Saints’ is a dark delight to be enjoyed by all. Edmund John Millington Synge (1871 – 1909) was an Irish poet, playwright, and defining figure of the Irish Literary Revival. Born in County Dublin to upper-middle-class Protestants, Synge suffered from Hodgkin’s disease which led to his home-schooling. Soon after graduating from Trinity College Dublin, Synge became a renowned poet and playwright, but his success was short-lived as he passed away from cancer at 37. He is best remembered for his play ‘The Playboy of the Western World’, an incredibly controversial work at the time of its publication and performance. Regarded by Yeats as ‘the greatest dramatic genius of Ireland’, Synge has had a lasting legacy, being a key influence for acclaimed Irish playwright Samuel Beckett and the subject of Joseph O’Connor’s novel ‘Ghost Light’ (2010). (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Best known as the author of the ‘Wizard of Oz’ series of children’s stories, L. Frank Baum also worked as a poultry farmer before he found literary fame. ‘The Book of the Hamburgs’ is a short informative guide to the Hamburg breed of chicken, one of his favourites. This book explores characteristics, the history of the breed, and information for those looking to exhibit their Hamburgs. A charming guide to one of the author’s little-known passions. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: First published in 1882 ‘The Giant of the North’ is an imaginative children’s adventure tale from prolific Scottish author R.M. Ballantyne. Captain Vane, along with his son Benjamin and nephews Leo and Alf are on an adventure, searching for the elusive North Pole. When their ship runs aground, the group must venture out across the icy expanse to find help, and along the way they find themselves caught up in a series of mishaps and escapades as they navigate this unfamiliar terrain. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: In this dark and dangerous survival tale, man’s best friend, Buck, is abducted when the Gold Rush hits. Taken from his home - and his trusted owner - Buck faces up to the brutal realities of frontier life. Can his owner get him back? And will his perfectly peaceful life ever be restored? Adapted into the blockbuster hit starring Harrison Ford and Omar Sy, ‘The Call of the Wild’ weaves a rip-roaring tale of love, loss, and the unbreakable bonds between man and dog. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo, Robert Macfarlane, and Rosanne Parry. Popular with history and adventure fans, Jack London (1876-1916) was an American novelist, journalist, and social activist. He is celebrated today as a pioneer of commercial fiction and dubbed an innovator in the sci-fi genre. London’s popular works span ‘The Call of the Wild’, ‘White Fang’, and ‘Sea Wolf’, and he remains today a writer of tense and thrilling adventure tales. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Who is the Scarlett Pimpernel? Will his identity finally be revealed? Will the elusive hero succeed in liberating Marguerite and escaping his pursuers yet again? Find out in \'The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel\' by Baroness Orczy. In 1794, the reign of terror is still raging in Paris, while people are imprisoned and executed indiscriminately in the name of the revolution. The Scarlett Pimpernel, much to the chagrin of his enemies, is still at large, but Agent Chauvelin refuses to give up. He captures the Pimpernel\'s beloved Marguerite in the hope of luring out his enemy. The Scarlett Pimpernel has been adapted for movies and TV over the years with the most well known being from 1982 starring Jane Seymour and Ian McKellen. Baroness Orczy was a British author, born in Hungary, who lived in the period 1865 – 1947. Her literary legacy consists of a series of novels and playwrights. She gained wide popularity in 1905 with the publication of \"The Scarlet Pimpernel\", a play which she wrote together with her husband. The interest that followed after the first publication led to several sequels. Baroness Orczy was also an important figure during World War I as she established an organization that was women-orientated and aimed to encourage them to seek active service in the armed forces. (knihydobrovsky.cz)

eBook: Known across the UK as ‘The Moat Farm Murder,’ ‘The Secret of Moat Farm’ sees Wallace as his investigative-journalist best. At the age of 28, the author was sent to cover the developments in this true-crime story. In 1903, Camille Holland and Samuel Dougal apparently went on a shopping trip. However, suspicions arose when Dougal returned alone, saying that Camille had caught a train to London. Wallace offers insights into the criminal mind, alongside all the facts that made this one of the most gripping and tragic stories of its time. A must for fans of true-crime such as Netflix\'s ´Night Stalker: The Hunt For a Serial Killer´, and those who want an introduction to Wallace’s work. Born in London, Edgar Wallace (1875 – 1932) was an English writer so prolific that his publisher claimed that he was responsible for a quarter of all books sold in England. Leaving school at the age of 12, Wallace made his first steps into the literary world by selling newspapers on the corner of Fleet Street. He worked as a war correspondent after joining the army at age 21, which honed his writing abilities. This led to the creation of his first book ‘The Four Just Men.’ Wallace is best remembered as the co-creator of ‘King Kong,’ which has been adapted for film 12 times (most notably directed by ‘Lord of the Rings’ director, Peter Jackson, and starring Jack Black and Naomi Watts). However, he leaves behind an extensive body of work, including stories such as ‘The Crimson Circle’ and ‘The Flying Squad’. (knihydobrovsky.cz)