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John Wiltshire

    Dvadsaťdva rokov slúžil v armáde, kde si zdokonaľoval umenie vyzerať zaneprázdnene a pritom tajne písať. Odišiel ako vysoký dôstojník, keď bol jeho tunel pripravený na použitie. Teraz žije na Novom Zélande, kým si nezarobí dosť peňazí na odchod. Hoci nemá v pláne vrátiť sa do armády, občas ho možno prichytiť pri leštení medailí.

    Samuel Johnson in the Medical World
    Frances Burney and the Doctors
    Recreating Jane Austen
    Jane Austen and the Body
    The Hidden Jane Austen
    Conscious Decisions of the Heart
    • Ben Rider and Nikolas Mikkelsen learn that danger comes in all shapes and sizes and often in places you least expect it. Nikolas's dark past calls to him, inexorably dragging him back into its seductive embrace. While he goes on an errand of mercy to Russia, Ben travels to Denmark to learn Nikolas's language. Convinced Russia's vastness will swallow Nikolas, Ben doesn't see the enemy much closer to home. Thinking he has lost Nikolas, Ben then makes a terrible decision that threatens to destroy everything they have together. Focused on this very personal horror, bound by a new level of commitment, they have no idea that a greater threat is coming. And when it arrives, it changes everything---even the definition of commitment. Warning: This story contains the violent death of a minor character and some graphic violence.

      Conscious Decisions of the Heart
    • The Hidden Jane Austen

      • 208 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania
      4,2(23)Ohodnotiť

      This book reveals Austen's unique ability to penetrate the hidden inner motives of her characters through compelling new readings of her novels.

      The Hidden Jane Austen
    • Jane Austen and the Body

      'The Picture of Health'

      • 268 stránok
      • 10 hodin čítania
      3,5(17)Ohodnotiť

      By integrating modern theories of the body with eighteenth-century medical sources, the book offers a provocative reinterpretation of well-known literary works. It challenges traditional readings and provides new insights into the texts, making it a compelling exploration for those interested in the intersection of literature and medical history.

      Jane Austen and the Body
    • Recreating Jane Austen

      • 192 stránok
      • 7 hodin čítania
      3,0(17)Ohodnotiť

      Exploring the influence of Jane Austen's literature, this book delves into the various adaptations and interpretations of her work across different mediums. It highlights how her themes, characters, and narratives have been reimagined in film, theater, and modern literature, showcasing the lasting impact of her storytelling. Wiltshire's analysis provides insights into the evolution of Austen's legacy and the ways contemporary creators draw inspiration from her timeless narratives.

      Recreating Jane Austen
    • Frances Burney and the Doctors

      • 224 stránok
      • 8 hodin čítania

      The book offers an in-depth analysis of Frances Burney's medical writings, highlighting their significance as pioneering works in the genre of illness narratives. It explores how her experiences and reflections on health have influenced contemporary understandings of illness, positioning Burney as a crucial figure in the development of medical literature.

      Frances Burney and the Doctors
    • Samuel Johnson in the Medical World

      • 304 stránok
      • 11 hodin čítania

      Exploring the life and work of Johnson, this 1991 book delves into his writings on medical themes, providing insight into their historical and medical context. It highlights the intersection of his literary contributions with the medical issues of his time, offering a comprehensive understanding of his influence in both fields.

      Samuel Johnson in the Medical World
    • The four friends could not believe what Flo had just said. She wanted them to go to Morocco to collect something very precious for her. But they were only twelve. How could they possibly go off to Morocco on their own? Anyway how would they get there and back? And what was so precious about what Flo wanted them to collect? 'I want you to pick up a magic lamp that was stolen from me a very long time ago, ' Flo had told them. 'It was given to me by my grandad and is now, probably the only one left in the world.' What could they say? It sounded so exciting

      The Mystery Door and The Magic Lamp