Mary Elizabeth Braddon Bücher

Ein Londoner Anwalt versucht, den Mord an seinem Freund aufzuklären, doch die wunderschöne Lady Audley will dieses mit allen Mitteln verhindern. Ihm wird schnell klar, dass Lady Audley ein dunkles Geheimnis hütet. Um den Mörder seines Freundes finden zu können, muss er es lüften. Ein spannendes Katz-und-Maus-Spiel beginnt zwischen dem jungen Mann und der mysteriösen Frau. Hochgelobt von den damaligen Kritikern erlebte „Lady Audley's Secret“ bereits im Jahr seines Erscheinens, 1862, einen bis dahin unerreichten Erfolg. Braddons Buch wurde übersetzt, verfilmt und auf die Theaterbühnen der Welt gebracht.

Aurora Floyd, Tochter aus bestem Haus, kehrt von einer Pariser Privatschule zurück nach Felden Woods, dem Landsitz ihres Vaters. Ihr Start ins gesellschaftliche Leben scheint perfekt, doch etwas muss in Paris geschehen sein, über das Aurora nicht reden will. Auch ihrem Verlobten gegenüber verweigert sie die Wahrheit, und so kommt es zum Bruch. Da wird die Leiche eines Mannes nahe Felden Woods entdeckt und Aurora des Mordes beschuldigt. Ihr Schweigen droht Aurora und der gesamten Familie zum Verhängnis zu werden.

Die achtzehnjährige Bella Rolleston wird Gesellschafterin der reichen Lady Ducayne und begleitet sie nach Italien. Zwei Vorgängerinnen sind unter mysteriösen Umständen gestorben, und Bella fühlt sich zunehmend unwohl, hat seltsame Träume und entdeckt Narben an ihren Armen. M. E. Braddon erzählt hier eine moderne Vampirgeschichte, die ein Jahr vor Bram Stokers „Dracula“ erschien.

A 19th-century novel about a woman who, when confronted by treachery and deceit is forced to use all her ingenuity and courage to preserve her integrity.

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Set in the atmospheric backdrop of flickering candlelight, this collection features chilling stories from renowned Victorian writers such as Sheridan Le Fanu, Catherine Crowe, and Mary Elizabeth Braddon. Each tale captures the eerie essence of the era, showcasing the authors' mastery in crafting suspenseful narratives that delve into the supernatural and the uncanny. These haunting stories reflect the Victorian fascination with the mysterious and the macabre, inviting readers into a world of ghostly encounters and psychological intrigue.

The narrative centers on Isabel Sleaford, a woman married to a devoted but dull physician. Her contentment is disrupted when she encounters a literary figure who matches her intellectual interests. As Isabel navigates the complexities of her emotions and desires, the story explores her journey toward maturity, paralleling the dramatic elements found in her beloved literature. First published in 1864, this reimagining of Madame Bovary employs a layered storytelling approach, blending themes of love, ambition, and self-discovery.

This volume offers a faithful reprint of the original 1867 edition, preserving the quality and content of the early work. It provides readers with a glimpse into the historical perspectives on birds of prey, showcasing the author's insights and observations from that time. The book is ideal for enthusiasts of ornithology and history alike, reflecting the enduring fascination with these majestic birds.

Delve into a collection of ghostly tales crafted by some of the most celebrated authors from the 19th and 20th centuries. This anthology offers a diverse array of eerie narratives that explore themes of the supernatural and the unknown, providing readers with hours of captivating and chilling reading experiences. Each story showcases the unique style and imagination of its author, ensuring a rich and haunting literary journey.

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