William Carlos Williams war ein amerikanischer Dichter, der eng mit dem Modernismus und dem Imagismus verbunden war, während er gleichzeitig als Kinderarzt und praktischer Arzt tätig war. Trotz seines Hauptberufs als Arzt verfolgte Williams eine produktive literarische Karriere und verfasste Kurzgeschichten, Gedichte, Theaterstücke, Romane, kritische Essays, eine Autobiografie, Übersetzungen und Korrespondenzen. Er schrieb oft nachts und verbrachte die Wochenenden in New York City im Austausch mit Avantgarde-Künstlern und Schriftstellern, wobei er einen eigenen Weg abseits seiner dichterischen Kollegen einschlug. Sein umfangreiches Werk untersuchte das alltägliche Leben mit einem scharfen Blick für Bilder und Rhythmus und machte ihn zu einer bedeutenden Stimme in der amerikanischen Literatur.
April 1912. As the Titanic sinks, Eleanor Annenberg discovers a captivating stranger leaning over an open sarcophagus, surrounded by mutilated bodies. Elle is left with a gift that compels her on a journey into a world of ancient evils, vicious hunters and human prey to find the man who saved her that fateful night.
The second book in the thrilling middle grade mystery series, perfect for fans of Robin Steven's Murder Most Unladylike. Set in eighteenth-century London, with all the fun and zest of Hamilton and inspired by real Black British historical figures.
When a battered body is more than murder...it heralds the end of a dynasty.
A thrilling middle grade mystery series, perfect for fans of Robin Steven's Murder Most Unladylike. Set in eighteenth-century London, with all the fun and zest of Hamilton, Bridgerton fashion and inspired by real Black British historical figures.
Paterson is both a place--the New Jersey city in whom the person (the poet's own life) and the public (the history of the region) are combined. Originally four books (published individually between 1946 and 1951), the structure of Paterson (in Dr. Williams' words) "follows the course of teh Passaic River" from above the great falls to its entrance into the sea. The unexpected Book Five, published in 1958, affirms the triumphant life of the imagination, in spite of age and death. This revised edition has been meticulously re-edited by Christopher MacGowan, who has supplied a wealth of notes and explanatory material.
"When Louise surprises her boyfriend by returning early from a work trip, safe to say she wasn't expecting to see him in flagrante delicto with another woman. Heart-torn and vowing to stay away from men, when Louise's next project involves restoring an ageing hotel in Italy, she leaps at the chance to get away. Managed by a crew of sextagenarians, the Grand Hotel del Monferrato needs all the love and care Louise can give it. But it's hard to stay focused on the job when her thoughts keep straying to Vito, the reclusive and mysterious owner of the hotel. With his tragic past and her no-romance policy, Louise knows they can't have a future. Yet something keeps pulling the two together."--Publisher
It's the dream Christmas: snow, mountains... and an ex-boyfriend. Dumped on Christmas Eve by her long-term boyfriend, Zoe Lumsley faces a challenging year. However, an irresistible invitation arrives: an all-expenses-paid skiing holiday with old university friends. The catch? Her ex, Grant, will be there with his new girlfriend. On the bright side, her former flatmate Billy, the organizer, has found success since their university days. As Christmas in the Alps approaches, Zoe looks forward to reuniting with the old gang—some more than others. This enchanting festive getaway is perfect for fans of Tilly Tenant, Holly Martin, and Philippa Ashley. Praise for the story highlights its charm and vivid setting, with readers expressing their love for the characters and the immersive experience. Reviewers have noted the author's ability to transport readers to beautiful locations through his descriptive writing, making it a cozy and heartwarming read. The book has garnered high ratings, with many calling it one of the author's best works yet, and emphasizing its entertaining and enjoyable nature. Readers are eager to revisit the story, appreciating its engaging plot and delightful characters.
Two families at war and Alice finds herself caught in the middle. Can she re-write a story as old as time? When cutbacks force Alice out of her assistant manager role at a Devonshire stately home, she turns her sights the picturesque hills above the historic city of Parma. An aristocratic Italian family are looking to open their medieval castle to the public, and Alice is just the woman for the job. Four years ago, a life-changing accident pushed Alice into depression, but the beauty and charm of the Italian countryside works its magic in brightening her days. Especially when she keeps bumping into handsome Luca … But rivalries run deep in the town, and Alice’s work – not to mention her potential love life – are caught in the middle of a long-standing feud between two families. With her job and future happiness in peril, can Alice save the future of the castle, and bring two warring families together? A gorgeous and uplifting romance, for fans of Rosanna Ley, Sue Moorcroft and Lucy Coleman.
2015 Reprint of 1923 Edition. Full Facsimile of the original edition. Not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. A practicing physician for more than 40 years, William Carlos Williams became an experimenter, innovator and revolutionary figure in American poetry. In reaction against the rigid, rhyming format of 19th-century poets, Williams, his friend Ezra Pound and other early-20th-century poets formed the core of what became known as the "Imagist" movement. Their poetry focused on verbal pictures and moments of revealed truth, rather than a structure of consecutive events or thoughts and was expressed in free verse rather than rhyme. The two most famous sections of Spring and All are poems I and XXII. The former, which opens "By the road to the contagious hospital," is commonly known by the title "Spring and All," and the latter is generally known as "The Red Wheelbarrow."
The glamour of Hollywood. The magic of the Tuscan countryside. One big decision... Beatrice Kingdom (Bee to her friends) wakes up in hospital in Tuscany. After an accident on a film set leaves her burned and scarred, she feels her whole life has been turned upside down. Bee is offered the chance of recuperating in a stunning Tuscan villa in the company of a world-famous film star, the irascible Mimi Robertson. Here amid the vines and olive groves, Bee quickly finds there’s more to the place than meets the eye, not least a certain Luca (and Romeo the dog). As she comes to terms with her injuries and her new life takes shape, Bee will have to travel a road of self-discovery… and make a huge decision. A joyous, funny and moving tale, Dreaming of Tuscany is a triumph, perfect for fans of Holly Martin, Tilly Tennant, and Jenny Oliver.