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Sherlock Holmes finds himself pursued, while Dr. Watson endures an attack, leaving Scotland Yard perplexed. The case revolves around the sighting of a man believed to have died five years ago, and the relentless pursuit of vengeance by his brother against Holmes.
In the autumn of 1944, Hitler and his generals congregated at The Wolf's Lair, the Germans' secluded mountain stronghold, in a final attempt to reverse the course of the war. With the Allies and Russian army steadily advancing, the truth of their impending defeat loomed ever closer. Yet, despite the reality at hand, Hitler and his companion, Eva Braun, stubbornly clung to their delusions. This last chapter within the Lair represented the Nazis' final opportunity for conquest.
This account of a journey through Asia Minor and Greece in the mid-eighteenth century provides detailed descriptions of the artwork, architecture, and culture of the region. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Eastern Mediterranean.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.
This fascinating travelogue details the adventures and discoveries of a group of amateur archaeologists and art enthusiasts as they journey through Asia Minor and Greece. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of their experiences, including their encounters with local people and their visits to important historical sites such as Athens, Ephesus, and Troy.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.
Abyssinia Mythical and Historical is a detailed study of the history and mythology of the African country of Abyssinia (now known as Ethiopia), written by Richard Chandler. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the culture and history of Ethiopia, with detailed accounts of the region's myths, legends, and political history.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.
The playwright Sophocles is now over ninety, and his sons are suing him for control over his estate, accusing him of mental incapacity; to prove his lucidity Sophocles writes the play Oedipus at Colonus, in which an old man also must fight his two rebellious sons.
The Greek poet Sophocles is writing the tragedy Antigone amid a personal crisis which could set him against Athenian law, and at a time when Perikles orders him to lead a military assault to quell a revolt. His family opposes his involvement, and may set themselves against him just as Antigone opposed her own family.
The poet Tu Fu is going home, halfway across China in the midst of a rebellion against the court to which he belonged-he sees his way of life crumbling before him, and now questions both the society he once supported, and his role in it.
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The great 17th century playwright Lope de Vega has fallen in love, yet again-this time with the very clever and very married Dona Marta; only now, Lope has become a priest, Marta's husband is violently jealous, and the ensuing scandal threatens to destroy any hope for happiness. Richard Chandler is a poet and novelist living in the Pacific Northwest; his novels include Shakespeare and the Dark Lady and The Beloved's Return, and his poetry collections include Water from the Moon and 60 Sonnets.
An upstart paleontologist makes the find of the century. But can her marriage--and her career--survive the tensions between colleagues, Native Americans, and investors?
Singer-songwriter Liv Collier is at a crossroads, both in her career and her personal life-then a medical crisis threatens to derail everything. With her future suddenly in doubt Liv must face her fears and her failings, and she knows her talent won't protect her this time.
Richard Chandler is also the author of Shakespeare and the Dark Lady, 100 More Haiku, 100 Haiku, and other titles. He lives in Oregon with his family, his dogs, and his thousands of books.
When a Shakespearean actress catches his eye, a successful married optometrist accidentally opens the curtain on a fatal new act in his life.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Marmorum Oxoniensium Inscriptiones Graecae Richard Chandler, William Roberts Typ. Clarendon, 1791
An ambitious newspaper reporter secures a rare interview with an elusive bestselling poet. But when an autumn storm strands them all at the poet's remote mansion, their complex personal lives collide.
The History Of Ilium Or Troy: Including The Adjacent Country, And The Opposite Coast Of The Chersonesus Of Thrace (1802) is a book written by Richard Chandler. The book is a comprehensive historical account of the ancient city of Troy, also known as Ilium, and the surrounding areas. It covers the history of the city from its earliest days to its eventual destruction, as well as the neighboring regions such as the Chersonesus of Thrace. The book is based on extensive research and includes detailed descriptions of the geography, archaeology, and mythology of the area. It also includes maps, illustrations, and photographs to help readers visualize the locations and events discussed in the text. Overall, The History Of Ilium Or Troy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, archaeology, or mythology.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.
""The Life of William Waynflete"" is a historical biography written by Richard Chandler in 1811. The book tells the story of William Waynflete, who was a Bishop of Winchester and Lord High Chancellor of England during the reign of Henry VI. Waynflete was also the founder of Magdalen College in Oxford, which is one of the most prestigious colleges in the world. The book provides a detailed account of Waynflete's life, including his upbringing, education, and career in the church and politics. It also explores his contributions to the founding and development of Magdalen College, which was a significant accomplishment in the history of education in England. The book is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the church, politics, and education in England during the 15th 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.
Who was Shakespeare's dark lady? How were his sonnets published without his permission--and, why? And how did he and the dark lady navigate the perils and paranoia of the fractious and divisive early 17th Century? This novel offers a glimpse into the conflicts and complexities behind Shakespeare's sonnet masterpiece. Shakespeare has renewed his affair with Amelia Lanyer, the dark lady of his sonnet sequence, a liaison started a decade earlier; but these are perilous times, after the gunpowder plot to destroy the English government. Secrecy and suspicion are everywhere, and the Crown's counsel seems intent on implicating Shakespeare. In this uncertain time, Shakespeare's sonnets are published, but without his consent--how, and why? This novel offers a glimpse into the conflicts and complexities behind the finest sonnet collection in history.
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Richard Chandler is also the author of Shakespeare and the Dark Lady. He lives in Oregon with his family, his dogs, and his thousands of books.
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In King David's last days, his two sons are fighting to take the throne after him, and his Court is split between them. Bathsheba strives for peace-both between the warring brothers, one of them her beloved son Solomon-and between her and David, who had wronged so so often. And David knows his time is near, and he must reconcile his many sins with the God he so loved through his life, and had wronged, as well.
Twenty of these poems have been published in national magazines and journals between 1985 and 2010; eight of these poems have received awards or honorable mentions in competitions. Richard Chandler is the author of 100 Haiku, Shakespeare and the Dark Lady, and 100 Quatrains. He lives in Oregon with his books and his family.
In 1707 Mt. Fuji erupted in Japan, and plunged the city of Edo (modern-day Tokyo) into two weeks of near-total darkness. As the Shogun Tsunayoshi struggles to keep order during the crisis, he also uncovers a terrible crime-and worse, the man he suspects is the man courting his only daughter.
Anna Blake is a low-level spy suddenly thrust into a high-level espionage game. Her cover is blown, her life is in danger, and her one hope is to take the fight to her pursuers while knowing she can't trust even her own people. Richard Chandler is a novelist and poet living in the Pacific Northwest; his books include The Beloved's Return, Death on the Thalassa, and Shakespeare in Winter.
Poetry concerns expressing truth in the right way-it concerns much more, of course, but a poem must start with truth. The sonnet form adds traditions, rules, and constrictions to that challenge-in effect, a panorama in a snow globe, an image appropriate to the winter season and its themes.From the desk of the talented Richard Chandler is a follow-up installment in his sonnet collection. Within these pages of this thin book are a collection of poems written over November and December of 2022. Along them are also replies and comments to other sonnets.Richard Chandler is a poet whose collections include Water From the Moon, Aviator and 60 Sonnets; he resides in the Pacific Northwest with his family.
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