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May Alden Ward gibt einen Überblick über das Leben und Werk des berühmten italienischen Renaissance-Dichters Francesco Petrarca. Ein Muss für alle, die sich für die italienische Literatur und Kultur interessieren.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Dante: A Sketch Of His Life And Works is a biographical work written by May Alden Ward that provides a comprehensive overview of the life and literary achievements of the Italian poet, Dante Alighieri. The book explores Dante's early life in Florence, his political involvement in the city, his exile, and the composition of his masterpiece, The Divine Comedy. The author delves into Dante's personal life, including his marriage to Gemma Donati and his friendships with prominent figures of the time, such as Guido Cavalcanti and Brunetto Latini. Ward also examines the political and religious context of Dante's era, including the conflict between the Papacy and the Holy Roman Empire, and the impact of the Black Death on Italy.The book provides a detailed analysis of Dante's literary works, including his early lyric poetry, his philosophical treatise, The Convivio, and his epic poem, The Divine Comedy. Ward explores the themes of love, morality, and spirituality that are central to Dante's writing, and discusses the influence of classical literature and Christian theology on his work.Overall, Dante: A Sketch Of His Life And Works offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of the most important figures in Italian literature and culture, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context that shaped his life and work.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

""Old Colony Days"" is a historical fiction book written by May Alden Ward. The story is set in the early days of the Plymouth Colony in Massachusetts, USA. The book follows the life of a young girl named Priscilla Mullins, who is a passenger on the Mayflower ship that arrived in Plymouth in 1620. Priscilla and her family face many challenges as they try to establish a new life in a new land. The book provides a detailed account of the daily life, customs, and traditions of the Pilgrims, including their interactions with the Native Americans. The story is told through Priscilla's eyes and is full of adventure, excitement, and heartwarming moments. The book is a great read for anyone interested in American history, particularly the early colonial period. It is a perfect blend of fact and fiction, providing a glimpse into the lives of the people who helped shape America's history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1887 Edition.

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1896 Edition.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Dante: A sketch of his life and works is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1887.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

Prophets of the Nineteenth Century: Carlyle, Ruskin, Tolstoy (1900) is a book written by May Alden Ward that explores the lives and works of three influential thinkers of the 19th century: Thomas Carlyle, John Ruskin, and Leo Tolstoy. The book delves into the philosophical, social, and political ideas of these three figures, examining their impact on literature, art, and society as a whole. Ward offers a detailed analysis of their writings, highlighting their unique perspectives on issues such as religion, morality, and the role of the individual in society. The book also provides a historical context for their ideas, exploring the cultural and intellectual movements that shaped their thinking. Overall, Prophets of the Nineteenth Century offers a comprehensive and insightful look at the ideas of three of the most important thinkers of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

This book, "Old Colony Days", by May Alden Ward, is a replication of a book originally published before 1896. It has been restored by human beings, page by page, so that you may enjoy it in a form as close to the original as possible. This book was created using print-on-demand technology. Thank you for supporting classic literature.