Résultats pour "Joseph Jacobs" dans Littérature et fiction

Dive into a magical world with this enchanting collection of traditional English fairy tales, where timeless stories come to life. (description by Joy Chan)

Roslyn Blackthorne is dead. Technically. I faked my death to get out of a loveless marriage, but that was only half the battle. To ensure my vampire duke can never find me, I have to run far and fast enough so he can’t catch me. Because if he does, it’s over. Not just my life—for real this time—but my entire family’s.

A NEW YORKER “ESSENTIAL READ” “Just as awe-inspiring as the Nobel judges claimed.” – The Washington Post “Olga Tokarczuk is one of our greatest living fiction writers. . . This could well be a decade-defining book akin to Bolaño’s 2666.” –AV Club “Sophisticated and ribald...

Some men are just off-limits. Like, say, all the other football players in the league…. I have to stop replaying the one night I spent with my rival. Trouble is, that white-hot encounter with the other quarterback answered a lot of questions I’ve had about myself, but it also led me into this mess where he hates me…

In this first volume subtitled ‘The Stories of Jacob', Mann begins with a meditative prelude named “Descent into Hell”, which contextualises the story against a variety of historical, mythological, and historical contexts, before moving on to the story of Joseph's father Jacob. The following chapters follow Jacob as we learn of him stealing his brother's birthright, before fleeing to his uncle Laban and his later marriages to Rachel and Leah.

Discover a captivating collection of Indian fairy tales that weave together the rich tapestry of folklore, enchanting Jataka tales, and timeless stories from the Panchatantra. Immerse yourself in the magic and wisdom of these narratives that have been cherished across generations. (Summary by sidhu177)

When a humble wren challenges a mouse to a contest of strength, the clash spirals into a full-scale battle of the creatures. A young prince sets out to witness the strange conflict, only to be swept into a whirlwind of enchantment when he rescues a mighty black raven locked in combat with a deadly serpent. But the raven is no ordinary bird—and the prince’s act of kindness pulls him into a journey across nine bens, nine glens, and nine mountain moors; into the homes of mysterious sisters; and ultimately into the heart of a dangerous bargain with a relentless giant.

She’d always been my destiny. The woman whose life was tied to mine. I just hadn’t planned on falling in love and being forced to choose between my vows and my soul. No matter how deep my connection to her ran, I had a greater purpose I was meant to serve. And now that she was carrying the Harbinger of the Apocalypse–the result of our passion–I had to get her away from the rest of them.

English Fairy Tales by Joseph Jacobs is a timeless collection of enchanting stories that capture the imagination and charm of traditional folklore. Featuring beloved tales such as Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs, and Tom Thumb, this anthology offers a rich tapestry of adventure, magic, and life lessons. Each story reflects the vibrant oral traditions of England, bringing to life whimsical characters, clever heroes, and mystical creatures. Perfect for readers of all ages, this classic collection continues to inspire wonder and delight with its enduring appeal. Summary by Dream ...

Book Two in the Wolf Breeds series. They are a new breed, a new race. Engineered rather than born, trained rather than raised, and their unique genetics have created more than one surprise. Jacob left Faith six years before, unaware that the mark he left on her also left her in an agony of...

Step into the mist-draped hills of ancient Ireland, where giants roam the earth and wit is sharper than any sword. In this charming and humorous Celtic legend, the mighty hero Finn M’Coul finds himself facing the fearsome giant Cuhullin—a warrior so strong he can crush thunderbolts into pancakes.

This collection of 40 fairy tales contains well-known favorites from authors like the Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Oscar Wilde, Charles Perrault, Madame de Beaumont, and Joseph Jacobs.

Celtic mythology is widely considered to be among the most captivating of Europe's various mythologies due to the presence of a number of captivating aspects, including but not limited to: adventure, heroism, romance, and magic. The Celts were once a great people who dominated most of Europe, but, as a result of Roman invasions, they have since been reduced to a few minor groupings. Their mythology, on the other hand, was preserved largely as a result of the efforts of later monks from Ireland and Wales who wrote down the stories.

Ideas Explored is the podcast that examines the words of wisdom from leading self-improvement books that help us work and live better. We discuss those rare passages that leap from the page that help improve the quality of our thinking.

Fifty of the greatest classic horror stories ever written: 1. "The Beast with Five Fingers" by W. F. Harvey 2. "The Well" by W. W. Jacobs 3. "The Nightmare Room" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 4. "The End of a Show" by Barry Pain 5. "Bagnell Terrace" by E. F. Benson 6. "Fingers of a Hand" by H. D. Everett 7. "The Interruption" by W. W. Jacobs 8. "Gavon’s Eve" by E. F. Benson 9. "The Ring of Thoth" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 10. "Moon’s Gibbet" by Egerton Castle 11. "The Mystery of Sasassa Valley" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

Joseph Jacobs (1854-1916) was a prominent member of the English Folklore Society. English Fairy Tales is a collection of 87 classic English fairy tales collected and edited by Jacobs who had spent 10 years collecting them from written and oral sources. His style was chosen to appeal to young people.

Certaines petites histoires pleines de magie sont à l'origine de notre culture, de nos expressions ou même de grand film. Retrouvez la sélection de contes à l'origine de toutes les belles histoires, comme Aladdin, la belle et la bête, la reine des neiges,...

Deep in the dark forest, in a cottage that spins on birds’ legs behind a fence topped with human skulls, lives the baba yaga. A guardian of the water of life, she lives with her sisters and takes to the skies in a giant mortar and pestle, creating tempests as she goes. Those who come across the baba yaga may find help, or hinderance, or horror. She is wild, she is woman, she is witch—and these are her tales.

“Short stories have to accomplish a nearly impossible magic trick: to introduce a world often much stranger than our own and make you care about it in a matter of pages,” writes R. F. Kuang in her introduction. “The most important part of this magic trick is just a willingness to get weird...

We know the story of Scrooge, but we don't know what happened to Jacob Marley on that fateful Christmas night when Scrooge was visited by three ghosts. This is the tale of Jacob Marley. He was in Hell for seven years, and this was his chance to redeem his soul. Jacob's mom wanted out of this life and wanted peace. Jacob's son was very angry at the world. Jacob's former wife was in disarray. How was Jacob going to salvage what was left of his family on this very Christmas night as a ghost?