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Eden Phillpotts

    Eden Philpotts fu un romanziere, scrittore di racconti e drammaturgo inglese con un particolare interesse per la contea del Devon. Le sue opere includono un ciclo di 18 romanzi ambientati nel Dartmoor. Traeva le sue storie dalla vita rurale e dal paesaggio naturale, concentrandosi sulla rappresentazione del carattere complesso e dei dilemmi morali dei suoi protagonisti. Il suo stile è noto per il suo approccio realistico e l'attenzione ai dettagli.

    The Statue
    The Lavender Dragon
    A Voice from the Dark
    The River (1902)
    Peacock House and Other Mysteries
    A Dish of Apples - Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
    • 2024

      The Torch and Other Tales

      • 198pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      This collection features a series of classical tales that hold significant historical importance, ensuring their legacy endures for future generations. Alpha Editions has meticulously reformatted and retyped the text, presenting it in a modern, clear, and readable format, free from the imperfections of scanned copies. The effort emphasizes the value of preserving literary works for contemporary audiences while maintaining the integrity of the original narratives.

      The Torch and Other Tales
    • 2023

      The Forest on the Hill

      • 384pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      Set in the picturesque countryside of Dartmoor, this novel follows the lives of a group of country folk. Full of love, suspense, and mystery, Phillpotts's atmospheric prose invokes the natural world with stunning clarity.

      The Forest on the Hill
    • 2023

      Bookplates

      • 172pagine
      • 7 ore di lettura

      Bookplates is a collection of artwork and designs that were used to label and identify books in the past. It features illustrations from famous artists and designers, as well as historical information about the origins and uses of bookplates. This book is a must-have for anyone interested in graphic design or book history.

      Bookplates
    • 2023

      The Thief of Virtue

      • 458pagine
      • 17 ore di lettura

      In this gripping tale, a small town is rocked by a shocking crime when a young girl is found murdered. As the investigation unfolds, the prime suspect is the town's most respected citizen, but nothing is as it seems. Phillpotts masterfully weaves a story of intrigue and suspense that will keep the reader on the edge of their seat until the final page.

      The Thief of Virtue
    • 2023

      The Banks of Colne (The Nursery)

      • 346pagine
      • 13 ore di lettura

      A collection of heartwarming stories for children, set in the idyllic English countryside. Full of charming characters and gentle lessons, this book is sure to delight young readers and their parents.

      The Banks of Colne (The Nursery)
    • 2023

      The Bronze Venus

      • 252pagine
      • 9 ore di lettura

      This charming novel tells the story of a young girl's journey of self-discovery as she travels from the countryside to the city, encountering an eclectic cast of characters along the way. With wit, wisdom, and a keen eye for detail, Eden Phillpotts captures the beauty and complexity of human relationships.

      The Bronze Venus
    • 2023

      The Farm of the Dagger

      • 318pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      Set in the bleak moors of Devon in the 19th century, Phillpotts' novel tells the story of a young woman who inherits a failing farm and struggles to make a life for herself amidst harsh conditions and societal pressures. This poignant and beautifully written book explores themes of love, loss, and resilience.

      The Farm of the Dagger
    • 2023

      The Golden Fetich

      • 374pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      The Golden Fetich is a dark and compelling novel of ambition, greed, and the corrupting influence of power. Set in a small English town, it follows the rise of a ruthless businessman intent on exploiting the local mining community for his own gain. Written with a keen eye for detail and a sharp sense of moral ambiguity, this is a classic of English literature not to be missed.

      The Golden Fetich
    • 2023

      The Judge's Chair

      • 380pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      The Judge's Chair is a spine-tingling psychological thriller. When a strange man is hired to do odd jobs for a judge, he begins to unravel the judge's dark past and present. As the tension builds, the lines between reality and madness blur in this haunting tale of obsession and revenge.

      The Judge's Chair
    • 2023

      The Joy of Youth

      • 338pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      This charming collection of stories and poems celebrates the joys and wonders of childhood. From the excitement of a first snowfall to the discovery of a secret hideaway, the book captures the essence of what it means to be young and filled with wonder.

      The Joy of Youth