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George J. Whyte-Melville

    19 giugno 1821 – 5 dicembre 1878

    George John Whyte-Melville fu un romanziere e poeta scozzese le cui opere si concentravano spesso sugli sport di campo. La sua scrittura è caratterizzata dal suo focus sul mondo delle attività all'aperto e dell'atletismo.

    Santanella: A Story of Punchestown
    Riding Recollections
    Black But Comely
    Tilbury Nogo: Or, Passages in the Life of an Unsuccessful man; Scotland and the Moors
    Kate Coventry: An Autobiography
    Hunting Poems
    • Hunting Poems

      • 196pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      Hunting Poems is a delightful collection of verse that celebrates the joys and challenges of the hunt. The author's love of the sport shines through in every line, and his skill as a poet makes for a truly enjoyable reading experience. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or simply an admirer of fine poetry, this book is not to be missed.

      Hunting Poems
    • Kate Coventry: An Autobiography

      • 302pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Kate Coventry: An Autobiography is a gripping tale of one woman's struggle to overcome adversity and make a life for herself in the patriarchal society of nineteenth-century England. A powerful feminist statement and a compelling narrative, this book remains an enduring classic of feminist literature.

      Kate Coventry: An Autobiography
    • Black But Comely

      • 406pagine
      • 15 ore di lettura

      This historical novel tells the story of a young African-American woman's journey from slavery to freedom during the American Civil War. Drawing on real-life accounts and events, the book explores issues of race, gender, and power through the eyes of its courageous protagonist.

      Black But Comely
    • Riding Recollections

      • 316pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      In this memoir, George John Whytemelville recalls his experiences as a horse breeder and rider in Scotland and England. He offers insights into the world of horse racing and the training and care of horses.

      Riding Recollections
    • Santanella: A Story of Punchestown

      • 314pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Set in the Irish countryside, this thrilling novel tells the story of a young woman who uncovers a dark family secret that threatens to tear her apart. Filled with intrigue, betrayal, and unexpected plot twists, Satanella is sure to captivate readers from beginning to end.

      Santanella: A Story of Punchestown
    • Digby Grand: An Autobiography

      • 310pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Digby Grand is a hilarious and satirical novel about a young man's misguided attempts to become a gentleman. The book is narrated by the hapless Digby himself, who bumbles his way through various misadventures and romantic entanglements. This is a classic work of Victorian humor that still delights readers today.

      Digby Grand: An Autobiography