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The Folio Book of Vintage Christmas Stories contains works by American writers Mark Twain (1835—1910) and L. Frank Baum (1856—1919). Mark Twain’s stories are imbued with philosophical fiction, light and good humor. In particular, you will read his letter, written on behalf of Santa Claus, and L. ...

The Folio Book of Sentimental Christmas Stories contains works by the American writers Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811—1896), Louisa May Alcott (1832—1888) and the Canadian writer Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874—1942). These good stories, combined with a common Christmas theme, are relevant today, they wa...

The Folio Book of Mysterious Christmas Stories includes works by Jacob A. Riis (1849—1914), William John Locke (1863—1930), Charles Dickens (1812—1870), which are united by a common theme. These pages depict elements of traditional Christmas: snow-covered roofs, shiny shop windows, miracles, magi...

The Folio Book of Classic Christmas Stories contains works by Charles Dickens (1812—1870), O. Henry (1862—1910) and Anthony Trollope (1815—1882). These stories depict the merry adventures of Christmas Eve, Dickens wrote some of his works when the British studied and reevaluated the old Christmas ...

Tess of the d’Urbervilles — a novel by the English writer Thomas Hardy (1840-1928), first published in 1891. One day, the head of the Darbeyfield family learns that their family comes from the ancient knightly family d’Urberville. He quits his job and spends most of his time in local pubs. Tess, ...

Homage to Catalonia is a book written by George Orwell (1903–1950), and it is based on his personal experience of participating in the Spanish Civil War on the republican side. the writer protested against the political repressions carried out by the Spanish Communists, as well as against the tot...

«The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn» is a novel by the American writer Mark Twain (1835—1910). The main character of the work desperately does not want to live by the rules of the house: go to school, wear decent clothes and behave politely. He escapes from the hospitable family of the widow Doug...

Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874—1936) was a classic of english literature. Author of a series of detective stories, the main character of which is Father Brown. He is a priest with a sharp analytical mind who works miracles in the search for criminals. The publication includes nine short stories, ...

Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874—1936)—English writer, author of a series of detective stories, the main character of which is Father Brown. The priest does not always seek to punish the offender—he is often limited to teaching or confession. The publication «The Secret of Father Brown» includes sh...

Down and Out in Paris and London is an autobiographical novel by the British writer George Orwell (1903–1950), his first major work, signed under the pseudonym George Orwell. After graduation, Orwell left England for its eastern colonies, where he served in the police force, but soon retired. He ...

South Sea Tales is a collection of short stories by the American classic writer Jack London (1876–1916). Most of the works take place on the southern islands of the Pacific Ocean. The writer depicts the genuinely romantic adventures at sea; he describes the singular lifestyle of both natives and ...

«Sense and Sensibility» is a novel by the English writer Jane Austen (1775–1817) about two sisters of opposite temperaments. In the very name lies the philosophical depth of the work, the writer has created extremely true images. Will the sisters finally be able to find their happiness? «Чуття і...

Anne of Ingleside is a novel by the Canadian writer Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874–1942), which is a continuation of the novel Anne’s House of Dreams. The children of the happy couple of Anne and Gilbert grow up, study, and find friends—and, they can always be comforted and encouraged by their parent...

The novel «Wuthering Heights» by the English writer Emily Bronte (1818—1848), as before, attracts the reader. This is a story of fatal passion full of love and hate. The novel fascinates with its beauty and amazes with the depth of the author’s penetration into the secrets of the human soul. This...

Anne’s House of Dreams is a novel by the Canadian writer Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874–1942), which is a sequel of the book series about Anne Shirley. After their wedding, Anne and her husband move into their own house—the “House of Dream.” New joys and afflictions, as well as new friends, await the...

Gilbert Keith Chesterton (1874—1936) was an English Christian thinker, journalist, and writer. Author of a series of detective stories, the main character of which is Father Brown, a priest who knows how to skillfully solve the most complex and intricate crimes. The publication includes eight sho...

The Adventures of Gerard is a collection of stories Arthur Conan Doyle (1859—1930) about Brigadier Gerard, a soldier in the Napoleonic army. Not only should the readers of these amazing stories admire the dexterity of the brave brigadier but also learn many interesting facts about the Napoleonic ...

The White Company is a historical novel by the Scottish writer Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930), which tells about the adventures of the main character, a young squire, as well as English archers. The action takes place in the middle of the 14th century in England, France and Spain at the height of...

Burmese Days is the first novel by the British writer George Orwell (1903–1950). The work is based upon autobiographical material. The novel is set against the background of the last days of colonial domination in Burma, which was then ruled from Delhi, as part of British Raj. «Дні в Бірмі» — пер...

«Tales of the Fish Patrol» is a collection of short stories by the American classic writer Jack London (1876–1916). In the center of the plot is the activity of the local “fish patrol” in San Francisco Bay. These works are largely based on real events. The story “White and Yellow,” in particular,...