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Fuente Ovejuna es un pequeño pueblo que está bajo el dominio del Comendador, Fernán Gómez de Guzmán. El comendador es conocido como un hombre cruel y sin escrúpulos, no respeta las leyes y abusa de su poder, traicionando así los principios feudales y comportándose como un tirano. La historia comienza cuando una joven mujer del pueblo llamada Laurencia quiere contraer matrimonio con el joven llamado Frondoso. Pero un día todo cambia, cuando Laurencia se encuentra en el bosque con el Comendador, quien forcejea con ella al querer llevarla a la fuerza al palacio y poseerla...

"Le chef-d'œuvre inconnu" est une nouvelle d'Honoré de Balzac de 1831. Ce texte, à la fois fantastique et philosophique, est une véritable réflexion sur l'art.

Milkmaid Rhoda Brooks cannot control her jealousy of Gertrude - a beautiful woman who has just married a rich farmer. So when Gertrude appears in her dream, she cannot help but reach out and grab the arm of the woman she wishes she was. As Gertrude's arm begins to wither away in real life and no physician is able to help her, she must turn to a conjurer... Considered one of Hardy's most successful short stories, 'The Withered Arm' is unmissable for those who enjoyed Laura Purcell's ´The Silent Companions´.

Uncover one of the most influential figures in French literature with "100 Quotes by François-René de Chateaubriand". French writer, politician, diplomat and historian, Chateaubriand was a royalist by political disposition and a defender of the Catholic faith. During a time when society turned against the Church, he produced the defensive Génie du Christianisme. Following his autobiography "Mémoirs from Beyond the Grave", this impressive collection of his most notable musings and thoughts invites readers to peek behind the scenes of one of the most dominating figures of the 17th-century French literary scene.

"100 Quotes by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe" is a collection of reflections and thoughts from the renowned German novelist, scientist, and philosopher. Goethe's work has had a wide-ranging influence on Western literature as well as political and philosophical thought, and this collection offers a cherry-picked selection of some of his most famous quotes. This collection is perfect for fans of Plato, Emanuel Swedenborg, Montaigne, Napoleon, and Shakespeare all of whom were selected alongside Goethe as one of six "representative men" by American philosopher and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson.

Full of French wit and wisdom, this superb collection is not to be missed. This book is a celebration of Alexandre Dumas' talent and contains 100 of his most celebrated quotes, including "Nothing succeeds like success", "All generalisations are dangerous, even this one" and "All human wisdom is contained in these two words - Wait and Hope". "100 Quotes by Alexandre Dumas" is the ideal read for anyone with an inquiring mind about the musings of one of the most renowned French authors.

"100 Quotes by Jean de la Bruyère" is a collection of thoughts from the French philosopher, moralist, and author of Caractères. Known particularly for his satirical take on philosophy and ethics, Bruyère once wrote "Life is a tragedy for those who feel, and a comedy for those who think." "100 Quotes by Jean de la Bruyère" is the ideal read for those wanting an extra bit of motivation throughout their day.

"100 Quotes by Pierre Corneille" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations from one of France’s greatest playwrights. With Corneille’s sharp mind taking centre stage, there are plenty of quotes worth committing to memory. Those familiar with his works will spot lines from his plays, making this a great read for fans of Corneille’s. A welcome addition to any book collection, it’s ideal for dipping in and out of. Considered to be the founder of French tragedy, Pierre Corneille (1606 – 1684) was born in Normandy.

"100 Quotes by Paul Valéry" is a collection of thoughts, witticisms, and observations by one of France’s greatest poets. Packed with dry, pithy, and often-touching sayings about subjects such as art, music, letters, and writing, it puts his singular approach to life, front and centre. A superb book for a leisurely browse, this is a welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Although born in Sète, Paul Valéry (1871 – 1945) was raised and educated in Montpellier.

"100 Quotes by Jean de la Fontaine" uncovers one of the most widely read French poets of the 17th century. In this impressive collection, readers are invited to explore Fontaine’s influence on the French language, discovering pockets of wisdom and wit along the way. Having been depicted resisting the rule of Louis XIV during the dawn of the French Revolution in the 2007 film "Jean de la Fontaine", his quotes are a must-read for those looking to discover one of the greatest thinkers - and writers - of the age. Ideal for Hugh Jackman fans of "Les Misérables".

"100 Quotes by Molière" is a compendium of thoughts and observations by one of the greatest minds of 17th-century France. Often witty, sometimes sharp, and occasionally touching, readers will find themselves getting a sneak peek inside Molière’s mind. A superb read, "100 Quotes by Molière" is ideal for those with an interest in theatre and a wonderful book for dipping in and out of. One of France’s greatest dramatists, Jean-Baptiste Poquelin (1622 – 1673), better known by his stage name, Molière, was born in Paris.

"100 Quotes by Jean Racine" uncovers one of the greatest playwrights of 17th-century France. Famous for the works of "Phèdre", "Andromaque", and "Athalie", Racine’s writings are renowned for their beauty, elegance, and style. Peppered with psychological insight, his quotes invite readers to peek behind the scenes at one of Europe’s most celebrated dramatists - and thinkers - of the age. An ideal book for dipping in and out of, these quotes will provide any reader with food for thought and the tools with which to spark an interesting conversation.

Få barn som vuxit upp i Sverige har missat Astrid Lindgren, en av landets mest berömda författare genom tiderna. Men vad är det egentligen som gör hennes böcker så spännande och intressanta? Hur kommer det sig att också vuxna knappt kan förmå sig att sluta läsa "Bröderna Lejonhjärta"? Vivi Edström, långvarig ledamot i Astrid Lindgrensällskapet och litteraturprofessor, tar sig här an den komplexa frågan: Vad är det med Astrid Lindgren som berör? Och svaret hon kommer fram till kommer nog förvåna även den mest inbitne av Lindgren-läsare.

Arthur Schnitzler esamina le peripezie e le incoerenze del sentimento umano con un'illuminazione che stupisce il lettore per la sua modernità. Il destino del barone Von Leisenbohg si pone come un pullulare di passioni che presentano una capacità duratura di indagine. La prefigurazione di un fato inevitabile e un prisma prolifico di amori rassegnati, traditi o impossibili, pongono le basi per la raffinita struttura di questa novella.

Servendosi del monologo interiore, tecnica narrativa ai tempi ancora agli albori nel panorama della letteratura tedesca, Arthur Schnitzler delinea la figura del sottotenente Gustl e ne mette a nudo le debolezze e la piccolezza di carattere. Alla sua pubblicazione nel 1900 sul giornale Neuen Freien Presse, la novella suscitò non poco scalpore per via della sua forte critica al codice d'onore e al carattere fortemente antisemita della gerarchia dell'esercito asburgico, causando la rimozione dell'autore dal grado di ufficiale e alla sua identificazione come "nemico di stato".

A vent'anni dall'infausto incidente che ha reso cieco il fratello minore Geronimo, Carlo è ancora assalito dai sensi di colpa. Quando il padre dei fratelli muore, la loro sfortuna si fa ancora più grande e i due giovani sono costretti a mendicare per i passi del nord Italia e del sud Tirolo. Un giorno, un viaggiatore di passaggio convince Geronimo di aver donato venti franchi a Carlo, mentre Carlo asserisce di averne ricevuto solo uno: la lite che ne segue porterà a galla sentimenti a lungo sepolti.

"Flucht in die Unsterblichkeit" ist ein Teil von Stefan Zweigs "Sternstunden der Menschheit", eine Sammlung historischer Prosa-Miniaturen. Beschrieben wird die spektakuläre Entdeckung des Pazifischen Ozeans durch den spanischen Entdecker Vasco Núñez de Balboa 1513. Doch der Weg zum ersehnten Ziel gestaltet sich schwierig und kostet zahlreiche Leben...-

Vasco Núñez de Balboas Expedition durch den Dschungel und die Entdeckung des Pazifiks im Jahr 1513 – ein historischer Moment bildhaft beschrieben und spannend erzählt in Form einer kurzen Narration! Bei dem Titel "Unvergesslicher Augenblick" handelt es sich um den fünften Teil der historischen Prosa-Miniatur "Flucht in die Unsterblichkeit" aus dem bekannten Sammelband "Sternstunden der Menschheit" des bedeutenden deutschsprachigen Schriftstellers Stefan Zweig.

Frankreich, am Vorabend der Französischen Revolution. Die Nationalversammlung steht vor der Entscheidung um Krieg oder Frieden. Verschiedene Mächte kämpfen um Einfluss und schließlich kommt es zu der unvermeidlichen Kriegserklärung aus Paris. In dieser schicksalsgeladenen Nacht verfasst der junge Franzose Claude Rouget de Lisle ein Musikstück, das ungeahnte Tragkraft entfalten soll...

Ein Gedicht über Liebe, Leidenschaft und Trennungsschmerz! Im Sommer 1821 reiste Goethe für eine Kur in das Marienbad, wo er sich hoffnungslos in die siebzehnjährige Ulrike von Levetzow verliebte. Zwei Jahre später hielt er bei ihrer Mutter um Ulrikes Hand an. Ulrike, die sich noch zu jung fühlte, um eine Ehefrau zu werden, lehnte den Antrag jedoch dankend ab. Stefan Zweig erzählt von dieser unerfüllten Liebe in seiner Miniatursammlung "Sternstunde der Menschheit".