Showing results for "the daughter" in Literary History & Criticism

Set in English society before the 1832 Reform Bill, Wives and Daughters centers on the story of youthful Molly Gibson, brought up from childhood by her father. When he remarries, a new stepsister enters Molly's quiet life, the loveable, but worldly and troubling, Cynthia. The narrative traces the development of the two girls into womanhood within the gossiping and watchful society of Hollingford.

After his daughter was born prematurely in 2010, Matt Burriesci set out to write a book about 32 great books, from Plato to Karl Marx, and how their lessons have applied to his life. As someone who has spent a long and successful career advocating for great literature, Burriesci defends the great books in this series of tender and candid letters, rich in personal experience and full of humor.

Daughter of a Magnate is a unique Western where the main characters are not outlaws or cowboys—but trains. As the daughter of a railroad tycoon journeys across the rugged American West, she encounters the challenges of nature, engineering, and love, in a tale blending romance and adventure.

Daughter of the Snows follows Frona Welse, a fiercely independent Stanford graduate who heads to the Yukon during the gold rush. Her unconventional ways—befriending outcasts and defying social norms—set her apart as she navigates the dangers of the North and a dramatic love triangle. A bold and adventurous novel from Jack London.

In this podiobook: Since the Sundering, all use of the Breath has been outlawed. The Overlord and his family have destroyed all who could wield that mighty power. Now, the Overlord's own son needs that outlawed power to unseat his father.Having spent her entire life trying to stay unnoticed, Elena is forced to come to grips with the Breath's curse when her only child is ripped away from her. A pawn in the game between the Duke and his father, she must find a way to rescue her daughter and remain free of their manipulative grasp. When she does, her entire world collapses around her, and she ...

Join a dynamic father-daughter duo as they dive into the latest page-turners with a unique generational twist! In this weekly podcast, a Gen-X dad and his Zillenial daughter break down one newly published book over four episodes, making it easy for readers of any pace to follow along. Beyond the book club, they explore trending titles and buzzworthy bookish topics from across social media platforms. Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to the literary world, their heartfelt discussions and fresh perspectives will inspire your next great read. Get ready to share stories, bridge generations, ...

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In the heart of Romania, nestled deep within the Carpathian Mountains, lies a town forgotten by time. Towering above this quaint village is Castle Albescu, its stone walls standing vigil over the lives below. Its lord, Gustov Albescu, is a creature of the night—a vampire, centuries-old yet still bound to his humanity by a single desire he could never relinquish: to know the hearts of men. Long had he gazed upon them, intrigued, but never had he dared venture into their world. That all changed the moment he saw her.

Travel through the dimensions with 17-year-old Nagrus as your guide. In this sci-fi fantasy audio story, Nargus sets out on a journey through Time, in search of her body and her past.The narrative follows 17-year-old Nargus, a "Mind"—a consciousness without a physical body—in a universe where bodies are scarce and must be acquired through "Dream Dealers." To survive, Nargus must undergo a body transplant. Her quest leads her through a richly imagined multiverse involving dimensional time travel, body recycling, and the subconscious universe. The story delves into themes of identity, memory...