Harry Clarke Knihy

A collection of twenty-four illustrated stories by the nineteenth-century American writer best known for his tales of horror.

Harry Clarke, celebrated as a master Irish illustrator, brought Edgar Allan Poe's works to life with his intricate and macabre style, reminiscent of Aubrey Beardsley. His illustrations for "Tales of Mystery and Imagination" first emerged in 1914, culminating in a 1919 edition featuring 24 drawings, later expanded to 32, including 8 full-color plates. NIGHTMARES IN DECAY showcases these illustrations alongside vignettes and rare variations. Additionally, it offers an illustrated biographical introduction by D M Mitchell, highlighting Clarke's life and artistic legacy.

Perrault's fairy tales in a scintillating new translation, including the less familiar verse tales and with illustrations by Gustave Dore. The introduction explores the imaginative power of the stories and the many interpretations to which they have been subject.

Náš čitateľ dostáva v novom slovenskom preklade slávne dielo: Goetheho Fausta - predbežne prvý diel. Goetheho Faust - to je veľkolepá a otrasná ľudská dráma na ceste za poznaním a za šťastím. Hlavnú postavu Goethe prevzal z nemeckých povestí a ľudových hier, kde žila už od začiatku 16.storočia, no naplnil ju realistickým obsahom a myšlienkami a rozpormi moderného človeka. Faust v Goetheho diele je učenec, ktorý po mnohých rokoch štúdia filozofie, teológie a prírodných vied príde k poznaniu, že sa nemôže dopátrať podstaty sveta a prírody. Preto je nešťastný. V zúfalstve upíše svoju dušu diablovi, ktorý mu sľúbi, že mu dá poznať opravdivé šťastie, že mu dá prežiť okamih taký krásny, až si zaželá, aby zastal a trval. Toto veľdielo, ktoré inšpirovalo mnohých hudobných, divadelných i výtvarných umelcov, si iste nájde cestu i k nášmu čitateľovi svojou krásou i hĺbkou a všeľudskou i všedobovou problematikou.

This is a collection of 29 of Edgar Allan Poe's best-known stories, along with some of his more obscure tales. In these chilling stories, Poe's macabre imagination explores the darkest corners of the human mind and the furthest reaches of the paranormal.

The book explores the rich history of John Jameson & Son Whiskey, detailing its origins and the craftsmanship behind its production. It also addresses the significant supply shortage that occurred in 1924, providing context to the challenges faced by the brand. Accompanied by illustrations from Harry Clarke, the narrative combines historical insights with visual artistry, making it a captivating read for whiskey enthusiasts and history buffs alike.