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The setting is London, 1895, and the Devil is on the loose, in the guise of the handsome and charming Prince Lucio Rimânez. He is searching for someone morally strong enough to resist temptation, but there seems little chance he will succeed. Britain is all but totally corrupt. The aristocracy is financially and spiritually bankrupt, church leaders no longer believe in God, Victorian idealism has been banished from literature and life, and sexual morality is being undermined by the pernicious doctrines of the “New Woman”.

A young musician in England who has been suffering from depression and a nervous ailment goes on holiday in order to recuperate. While abroad, she meets an Italian artist, Cellini, who gives her a special draught for relaxation. The young woman has divine visions under the influence of the strange potion which she longs to have again. Cellini takes her to a doctor who describes himself as an “electric physician,” and with his help she is able to experience more visions. With each vision she learns more about religion and the destiny of mankind, but it is not enough.

Marie Corelli, the Victorian novelist beloved of Gladstone, Churchill and Victoria herself, topped the bestseller charts through her whole career. This tale of romance, mystery, and foolish tourism was published in 1897, the same year in which Bram Stoker wrote Dracula. In her inimitable style, she weaves together dark romance, the paranormal, savage social commentary, ridiculous but entirely believable characters, and more in an energetic ride through the 'Society Set' as they take the season in Cairo.

In this gripping tale, the seemingly ordinary tragedy of Delicia unfolds, challenging the perceptions of the superior sex. Critics may argue that the character of Lord Carlyon is a figment of imagination, a cad too outrageous to exist. However, I assure you that both Lord Carlyon and his wife are drawn from real-life inspirations. Though these individuals have long since left this world, the haunting account of Delicias demise at her husbands hands has been meticulously crafted to reflect truth. Prepare to delve into a narrative that intertwines love, betrayal, and the darker aspects of human ...

In the cholera-ridden Naples of 1884, Fabio Romani is prematurely buried and awakes to find himself in a coffin. After managing to free himself, Fabio rushes home to reassure his wife and child. While he expected to find his family deep in mourning, he instead discovers that his wife has been unfaithful to him and is having an affair with his best friend. Utilizing a disguise and adopting a new identity, Fabio slowly works his way back into the trust, and home, of those who betrayed him, culminating in a frightful finale of revenge.

In Marie Corellis captivating novel, The Life Everlasting, delve into a world rich with past lives, mysticism, secret societies, and the profound connection of twin souls, all set against the backdrop of an extraordinary love that embodies the highest ideals. Follow our intrepid heroine as she embarks on a yachting adventure around Scotland, encountering an array of eccentric characters, including an atheist millionaire and his hypochondriac daughter. As she seeks initiation into an ancient secret society of mystics, Corellis exquisite and flowing prose offers readers a journey of inspiration ...

This captivating collection showcases seven short stories from some of Englands finest writers of the turn-of-the-century. It opens with the delightful humor of J. M. Barrie, renowned for his creation of Peter Pan. Following Barrie, Israel Zangwill offers another witty tale, known for his keen insights into social and economic issues. The final contribution comes from the immensely popular Marie Corelli, whose poignant storytelling resonates deeply. Despite being less recognized than some of her contemporaries, Corellis literary sales surpassed those of Arthur Conan Doyle, H. G. Wells, and ...

In this captivating novel by Marie Corelli, fantasy and science fiction intertwine with a steampunk twist. The narrative revolves around Morgana Royal, a formidable inventor who creates an airship, and her enigmatic love interest, Roger Seaton, who wields a devastating power. As Morgana delves into the depths of her own capacity for love, she grapples with existential questions about her place in this world—or perhaps in another realm entirely. Join her on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. - Summary by Amy Gramour

In this captivating tale, a young heroine grapples with the weight of a debilitating illness, battling her own demons of depression and suicidal thoughts. After finding little solace from her doctor, she embarks on a transformative holiday where she encounters the enigmatic Raffaello Cellini, an Italian artist with a magical touch. Cellini presents her with a mysterious potion that lulls her into a serene slumber, where she experiences breathtaking divine visions. This marks the beginning of her profound journey toward healing, both spiritually and physically.

Step into the mystical world of Victorian-era writer Marie Corelli as she weaves a tale rich with supernatural and gothic elements in her epic work, Ardath The Story of a Dead Self. Follow Theos Alwyn, a disillusioned atheist poet, as he embarks on a profound journey to a monastery nestled in the Caucasus mountains. This quest for spiritual enlightenment leads him to the enchanting field of Ardath, a realm that offers him a glimpse into an alternate version of himself that transcends both space and time. - Summary by Lisa Statler

In the long, tranquil spring of 1914, we find a poignant prelude to a vanishing world. in a sun-dappled English garden, a battle of heart and mind begins. He is the Philosopher—a older man of cool reason and cynical wit, who dismisses love as a foolish overindulgence. She is his gentle but spirited companion, a young woman whose depth of feeling finds wonder in a blooming rose and mourns the fate of a fallen robin.

Marie Corelli, in realtà Marie Mackay, (1855-1924), è una scrittrice inglese di grande popolarità e successo di pubblico, mentre la critica fu più dura nei suoi confronti, ritenendola poco "intellettuale" e troppo melodrammatica. realtà la scrittrice stessa, in questo romanzo, descrive lo scenario e i moventi dei critici letterari britannici, con spirito non poco mordace, e risponde implicitamente ad ogni critica.

Marie Corelli (1855 - 1924) was an eccentric British novelist who enjoyed great literary success from the publication of her first novel in 1886 until World War I. Corelli's novels sold more copies than the combined sales of popular contemporaries, including Arthur Conan Doyle, H. G. Wells, and Rudyard Kipling and she was the most widely read popular author of her day. Her fans included Winston Churchill, Mark Twain and the British Royal Family.

An absorbing set of stories set in Victorian and Edwardian London. Old Fags by Stacy Aumonier, The One Million Pound Bank Note by Mark Twain, The Omnibus by Sir Arthur Quiller-Couch, A Circular Tour by W. W. Jacobs, The Hired Baby by Marie Corelli, Juxtapositions by Stacy Aumonier, Mixed Relations by W. W. Jacobs, The Inconsiderate Waiter by J. M. Barrie, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson, The Talking Horse by F. Anstey Guthrie, London Street Markets by Henry Mayhew,

Step into the haunting world of Marie Corellis 1895 Faustian novel, where we follow Geoffrey Tempest, a once-starving writer whose life takes a dramatic turn with a massive inheritance and the enigmatic friendship of Prince Lucio Rimanez, a figure shrouded in mystery. As Geoffrey ascends the social ladder, marrying the daughter of an Earl and basking in the envy of high society, his fortunes begin to unravel, revealing the true nature of his newfound companion. Faced with a pivotal choice, Geoffrey must confront the dark forces at play and decide who his true master really is. - Summary by ...

A thrilling tale of the Devil's final ride between the darkness and dawn, watching as mankind falls victim to the curse of progress and speed, rejecting all peace and silence, all reflection and godliness. As he goes, he gathers phantoms and monsters, hell-bound victims and dark shadows, all the while telling the natural world to rejoice, for it will soon be free of the curse of Man. Written in 1910, this Christian tome is as relevant today as it was a century ago, as people fall victim to the next and fastest thing, falling away from God in the process.

Marie Corelli is best known as a novelist, but was always a poet at heart, composing on her strongest passions, whether for love, nature, God, or country. This volume collects poems from across her bestselling books and across her career, curated by Brenda Vyver, her her 'companion' of 40 years, who she left everything to when she died, and who is buried alongside her in a twin grave. It is perhaps worth noting that Brenda drove much of Corelli's work, which ran heavy to erotic descriptions of women.

"I hate God!" Said Angel. And having made this un-angel-like statement, she folded her short arms across her breast and surveyed her horrified audience defiantly. So begins a tale of a poor child's expulsion from Sunday school for the cruelties of a God who would allow her parents to die, and her life to be one of unending misery.

The story revolves around the mysterious Princess Ziska, who captivates a set of European tourists who are spending time in exotic Egypt. The story is a mystery involving reincarnation, romance & a touch of mild horror. (introduction by ilianthe)

At the height of her fame—outselling Dickens, Conan Doyle and H.G. Wells combined—Marie Corelli crafted these mesmerizing tales that blend forbidden passion with gothic suspense. From ghostly brides seeking vengeance to artists consumed by obsession, each story pulses with the dark romanticism that made Corelli Victorian Britain's most beloved storyteller.