Bücher von Dinah Maria Craik

Embark on an unsentimental and insightful exploration of Cornwall with Dinah Maria Craik in 'An Unsentimental Journey through Cornwall.' In this travel narrative, Craik, a distinguished Victorian author, provides a candid and perceptive account of her journey through the landscapes, communities, and cultural nuances of Cornwall. Through keen observations and eloquent prose, Craik captures the essence of the region without romantic embellishments, offering readers an unfiltered portrayal of Cornwall during the 19th century. 'An Unsentimental Journey' is more than a travelogue; it's a literary work that immerses readers in the reality of Cornwall's beauty and challenges. Join Craik on this literary expedition where each page unfolds a genuine and unvarnished perspective of a captivating corner of England.

Mistress and Maid: A Household Story, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

First published in 1850, Olive is a variant on the story of Jane Eyre. The titular character is not an orphan, but she suffers from a physical deformity that acts as a similar social impediment. Olive grows up sheltered, thinking nothing is wrong with her. However when her overprotective nursemaid dies, it is a great shock to her to know that she is not attractive to men and will therefore probably never marry. Even though Olive is determined to support herself and be happy in spite of her hardships, she eventually does find love in a very unlikely person. The illustrated edition includes black and white illustrations by G. Bowers.

The Ogilvies - A Novel is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1880.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.

Sermons Out Of Church (1875) is a collection of sermons by Dinah Maria Craik, a Victorian-era English novelist and poet. The book contains 14 sermons, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Christian faith and spirituality. Craik's sermons are deeply rooted in her own personal experiences and reflect her belief in the importance of living a life of faith and devotion. The topics covered in the sermons include the nature of God, the importance of prayer, the role of suffering in spiritual growth, and the power of love and forgiveness. Throughout the book, Craik emphasizes the importance of living a life of moral and ethical integrity, and encourages readers to seek out ways to serve others and make a positive impact on the world around them. Overall, Sermons Out Of Church is a thought-provoking and inspiring collection of sermons that offers readers a unique perspective on Christian faith and spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Miss Tommy: A Mediaeval Romance is a novel written by Dinah Maria Craik and first published in 1884. The story is set in the medieval period and follows the life of a young woman named Tommy. Tommy is a strong-willed and independent woman who defies the expectations of her time by refusing to conform to the traditional gender roles of her society. She is highly intelligent and well-educated, but her unconventional behavior often puts her at odds with the people around her.Despite the challenges she faces, Tommy is determined to live life on her own terms. She is passionate about learning and spends much of her time studying the classics and pursuing her intellectual interests. Along the way, she meets a number of interesting characters, including a group of knights and a handsome prince.As the story unfolds, Tommy finds herself caught up in a web of political intrigue and romantic entanglements. She must navigate a complex world of power struggles and courtly love in order to find her place in society and achieve her goals.Throughout the novel, Craik explores themes of gender, power, and identity, as well as the challenges faced by women in a patriarchal society. Miss Tommy: A Mediaeval Romance is a compelling and thought-provoking work of historical fiction that offers a unique perspective on life in the Middle Ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.