Bøger af Francis Marion Crawford

La he oído gritar a menudo. No, no estoy nervioso, no; no me dejo llevar por la imaginación, y sigo sin creer en fantasmas, a menos que esto sea uno. Sea lo que sea, me odia casi tanto como odiaba a Luke Pratt, y sus gritos me están destinados. Yo, en lugar de usted, no explicaría nunca una historia referente a los métodos de asesinato más ingeniosos; nunca se puede saber si alguien, sentado en su misma mesa, no siente cierto cansancio de su cónyuge. Me he reprochado a menudo, enérgicamente, la muerte de la señora Pratt, y supongo que tengo alguna responsabilidad en su defunción, si bien, el cielo es testigo, nunca le desee nada que no fuera una larga y feliz existencia. Si yo no hubiera explicado aquella historia, quizás la señora Pratt continuaría con vida. Me parece que es por esto que esa cosa me grita sus amenazas. La señora Pratt era una buena mujer; tenía, bien mirado, un temperamento agradable y una bella voz. Pero recuerdo haberla oído chillar, un día, al imaginarse que su hijo había fallecido a causa de un disparo; el revolver se había disparado solo, cuando nadie lo creía cargado. Aquel chillido era el mismo, exactamente el mismo, con una especie de trino agudo al final; ¿entiende lo que quiero decir? Claro que sí.

Il primo di questi tre racconti è lo storico "Il Vampiro" con cui John William Polidori (1795-1821) inaugurò le vicende letterarie di questa creatura dell'orrore. Lo scrittore era anche il segretario e medico personale del poeta George Byron, a cui si fa più volte riferimento, nel racconto, attribuendone a lui la paternità, secondo una non insolita finzione letteraria.L'autore del secondo racconto, "Perché il sangue è vita", è Francis Marion Crawford (1854-1909) poeta e scrittore statunitense, noto soprattutto per i suoi romanzi di terrore, che ha vissuto in Italia, paese in cui è ambientato il racconto.L'autore del terzo racconto, più moderno, "Vampiro innocente", è Francesco Ernesto Morando (1858-1936), noto ai lettori di fantascienza.

Gleanings From Venetian History is a historical book written by Francis Marion Crawford and published in 1907. The book is a collection of essays and articles that explore the history of Venice, Italy, from its early beginnings to the height of its power and influence in the Renaissance period. The author delves into various aspects of Venetian life, including politics, art, architecture, religion, and culture. He provides a detailed account of the city's rise to power as a maritime republic and its role in shaping the politics and culture of Europe during the Middle Ages and Renaissance. Crawford's writing style is engaging and informative, drawing on primary sources and historical records to paint a vivid picture of Venetian life. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular aspect of Venetian history. Overall, Gleanings From Venetian History is an excellent read for anyone interested in the history of Venice, Italy, or the Renaissance period. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the city's rich cultural heritage and its influence on European 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.

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The Diva's Ruby is a novel written by Francis Marion Crawford and published in 1907. The story follows the life of a famous opera singer, Corona D'Alba, who possesses a valuable ruby that has been passed down through her family for generations. The ruby is believed to have mystical powers and is coveted by many, including a wealthy art collector and a notorious thief.As Corona prepares for a major performance, she becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger surrounding the ruby. She must navigate the treacherous waters of her own fame and fortune while trying to protect her family heirloom from those who would do anything to possess it.The novel is a thrilling tale of love, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of wealth and power. Crawford's vivid descriptions of the world of opera and the glamorous lifestyle of the rich and famous add depth and richness to the story. The Diva's Ruby is a classic work of fiction that continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes and compelling characters.A Sequel To Primadonna And Fair Margaret.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.

A Rose of Yesterday is a novel written by Francis Marion Crawford in 1897. The story revolves around the life of an American artist named Paul Griggs, who falls in love with a woman named Dolly Trehearne. Dolly is a beautiful but tragic figure, haunted by her past and struggling to find her place in the world. As Paul and Dolly's relationship blossoms, they are faced with numerous challenges, including Dolly's estranged husband and her own internal demons. Despite these obstacles, Paul remains committed to Dolly, determined to help her overcome her struggles and build a new life together. The novel is set against the backdrop of the late 19th century, with vivid descriptions of the art world and society of the time. Crawford's writing style is elegant and evocative, capturing the emotions and experiences of his characters with great depth and sensitivity. A Rose of Yesterday is a timeless tale of love, loss, and redemption, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of hope.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.

os orígenes precisos del Screaming Skull son difíciles de rastrear, sin embargo se ha sugerido que puede estar relacionado con el culto a la cabeza de los Celtas. Sin embargo, esta teoría se enfrenta al problema de que la criatura está principalmente localizada en Inglaterra, dejando de lado lugares como Gales e Irlanda; añadido a esto está la problemática de que las primeras leyendas de los Screaming Skulls datan de mediados del siglo XVI, cuando los Celtas ya habían desaparecido. La mayor parte de las leyendas concuerdan en las características básicas de los Screaming Skulls: el cráneo no debe de ser sacado de su lugar de reposo, de otra forma comenzará a producrise una actividad de tipo poltergeist que causará caos, deteniéndose tan solo cuando el cráneo sea restituido a su lugar de descanso. Los fenómenos en sí son variados y cambian de leyenda a leyenda, pero los ruidos extraños (algunos similares precisamente a un grito) son una característica comúnmente compartida. También es importante destacar que el Screaming Skull es una de las pocas criaturas folklóricas aparentemente indestructible; quemarlo, romperlo o enterrarlo no funciona, puesto que el cráneo aparecerá nuevamente a la entrada del lugar. Por último, un aspecto interesante es que (por lo general) la criatura no busca venganza contra aquellos que (ya sea en vida o no) le hayan hecho alguna afrenta.

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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.

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: ++++ Don Orsino, Volume 1; Volumes 2874-2875 Of Collection Of British And American Authors; Don Orsino; Francis Marion Crawford Francis Marion Crawford B. Tauchnitz, 1892

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The Complete Works of F. Marion Crawford: To Leeward is a book written by Francis Marion Crawford and published in 1892. As the title suggests, it is a collection of all the works written by Crawford up to that point, including his novel To Leeward. The book is divided into several sections, each containing a different type of work, such as novels, short stories, and essays. The stories are set in various locations, including Europe, Asia, and America, and cover a wide range of topics, from romance and adventure to supernatural and horror. Crawford was known for his vivid descriptions and strong characterizations, and this book showcases his talent as a writer. The Complete Works of F. Marion Crawford: To Leeward is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in the works of this renowned author.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.

ALEXANDER LAUDERDALE JUNIOR was very much exercised in spirit concerning the welfare of his two daughters, of whom the elder was Charlotte and the younger was Katharine. Charlotte had been married, nearly two years before the opening of this tale, to Benjamin Slayback, the well-known member of Congress from Nevada, and lived in Washington. Katharine was still at home, living with her father and mother and grandfather, in the old house in Clinton Place, in the city of New York. Mr. Lauderdale, the son of the still living philanthropist, and the nephew of the latter's younger brother, the great millionaire, Robert Lauderdale, sat in his carefully swept, garnished and polished office on a Saturday morning early in April. In outward appearance, as well as in inward sympathy, he was in perfect harmony with his surroundings. He resembled a magnificent piece of mechanism exhibited in a splendid show-case-a spare man, extremely well proportioned, with a severe cast of face, hard grey eyes, and a look all over him which recalled a well-kept locomotive. He sat facing the bright light which fell through the clear plate glass. One of his hands, cool, smooth, lean, lay perfectly still, spread out upon the broad sheet of a type-written letter on the table; the other, equally motionless, hung idly over his knee. They were grasping hands, with long, curved nails, naturally highly polished. It was not probable that the great Trust Company, in which Alexander Junior held such an important position, should ever lose the fraction of a fractional interest through any oversight of his. So far as his own fortune was concerned, he often said that he was poor. He lived in an old house which had been his grandfather's and father's in turn, but which, although his father was alive and continued to live in it, had become his own property some years previous to the beginning of this story. For Alexander Lauderdale Senior was a philanthropist; and although his brother, the rich Robert, gave liberally toward the support of the institutions in which he was interested, Alexander had little by little turned everything he possessed into money, applying it chiefly to the education of idiots. The consequence was that he depended, almost unconsciously, upon his only son for the actual necessities of life. The old house was situated on the north side of Clinton Place, which had never been a fashionable street, though it lay in what had once been a most fashionable neighbourhood. No one need be surprised if the near relatives of such a very rich man as Robert Lauderdale lived very quietly, so far as expenditure was concerned. He was a very generous man, and would have done much more for his nephew and the latter's family if he had believed that they wished or expected it. But in his sensible view, they had all they needed, -a good house, a sufficient amount of luxury, and a very prominent position in society. He knew, moreover, that, however much he might give, the money would either find its way into the vast charities in which his brother was interested, or would disappear, as other sums and bits of property had disappeared before now, to some place-presumably one of safety-of which his nephew never spoke. For he suspected that Alexander Junior was not nearly so poor as he represented himself to be, and he was not exactly pleased with the fact that he himself was the only person before whom Alexander Junior bowed down and offered incense

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""The Complete Works of F. Marion Crawford: Don Orsino"" is a novel by Francis Marion Crawford, originally published in 1891. The story is set in Italy and follows the life of Prince Don Orsino, a young and wealthy aristocrat who is torn between his love for a beautiful American woman and his duty to his family and society. The novel explores themes of love, class, and tradition, as well as the clash between modernity and tradition in Italy at the time. This edition of the book includes all of Crawford's works, making it a comprehensive collection of his literary output. It is a must-read for fans of classic literature and those interested in Italian culture and society in the late 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.