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ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA

MATTHEWS, ANDREW

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

Written in 1606, Antony and Cleopatra is said the be the last great tragedy that Shakespeare ever produced. It is also known as one the most famous romances in literary history, providing inspiration for many adaptations through film, theatre, and dance. The play of historical context takes place between 40 to 30 BC in the Roman empire, and is based on true events. The story follows Antony, who is a Roman hero and one of three leaders of the world. Antony is torn between his duties as a Roman soldier and his desire to live in Egypt with his lover Cleopatra. Feeling pulled by both his duty to the empire and his desire for pleasure, his want for military glory and his deep feelings for Cleopatra; The inner conflict leads him to become entangled in war with his fellow leader,

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TREASURE ISLAND

STEVENSON , R.L

Publié en 2024

Livre
Fiction
Roman

  Enjoy the timeless classic Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson with the fabulous addition elaborate illustrations throughout by the famous Illustrator Louis Rhead. Published during the Golden Age of Illustration this Victorian version of the classic adventure story is sure to please readers of all ages. The Victorian era was known as the "Golden Era of Illustration" for books. Many of the classics were redone at that time to include numerous illustrations for the story as well as decorative touches on the chapter headings and pages. New books of the era were also full of elaborate illustrations. The Victorians loved ornate decoration and artistic embellishment. This vintage Victorian version of Treasure Island is a good example of their love for extraordinary decoration and detail in everything. If you love this adventure story search B0BR9KS41Q for our revival of the vintage Robinson Crusoe which was also wonderfully illustrated by Louis Rhead and his brother Frederick. Do you love classic books? So do we! Vintage Avenue Books loves to revive exceptional classic books with elaborate vintage illustrations and bring them to life again for our modern world. Check out our Be sure to search Amazon for our revived Jane Austen books such as the Pride and Prejudice Peacock Edition with over 160 vintage pen and ink illustrations by Hugh Thomson. Search B0BLQW2W1Q for the Pride and Prejudice Peacock Edition and search B0BQ9R67ZH for the illustrated Emma. Watch for more revived vintage classic books coming soon from Vintage Avenue Books.

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THE PRISONER OF ZENDA

HOPE, ANTONY

Publié en 2024

Livre
Fiction
Roman

The Prisoner of Zenda is an 1894 adventure novel by Anthony Hope, in which the King of Ruritania is drugged on the eve of his coronation and thus is unable to attend the ceremony. Political forces within the realm are such that, in order for the king to retain the crown, his coronation must proceed. Fortunately, an English gentleman on holiday in Ruritania who resembles the monarch is persuaded to act as his political decoy in an effort to save the unstable political situation.

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THE FRUIT OF HONESTY

UFONDU. I.E

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

VILLAGE GIRL IN TOWN

GOMEG.G

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

I LIVE HERE

GOMEG DE

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Album

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Langue : Anglais

A DAY OF JOY

SAMUEL, GODWIN

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

RACE FOR THE PRINCESS AND OTHER STORIES

OLANLOKUN , OLAJIRE

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

BIG BOY BOYE

GOMEG DE

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

THE CHIEF'S HEIR

EKWEREKWU, CHIMDI

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Roman

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Langue : Anglais

THIS IS OUR CHANCE

ENE HENSHAW, JAMES

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Théâtre

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Langue : Anglais

Where Is Baby's Belly Button?

Karen Katz

Publié en 2024

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Fiction
Album

Karen Katz's adorable babies play peekaboo in this delightful interactive book. The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps are perfect for parents and children to share. "Where are Baby's hands? Under the bubbles!"

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Langue : Anglais