Bøger af William J. Locke

Septimus Dix er beskeden og akavet mand, der tilfældigvis har et uforligneligt talent for at udvikle kompliceret våbenteknologi. Han forelskelser sig i den charmerende unge enke Zora, som tilfældigvis også tryllebinder den højrøstede charlatan Clem Sypher, der står bag et vidundermiddel, der efter hans eget udsagn skulle kurere en hvilken som helst lidelse.Umiddelbart er Zora imidlertid ikke interesseret i nogen af dem, og de to mænds kamp om hendes hjerte bliver en tragikomisk omgang, som kun William J. Locke formår at skildre. Bogen udkom første gang i 1908.William John Locke (1863-1930) var engelsk forfatter af romaner, noveller og skuespil. Locke nød stor popularitet for sin letflydende, sentimentale temaer og elegante ironi.

Felicia Graves er en ung engelsk overklassepige, der på alle måder har levet et beskyttet liv. Hun har aldrig mødt andet end høflige mennesker i sin idylliske hjemby, aldrig set menneskelig lidelse eller forestillet sig, at man kunne bryde med de propre normer, hun er opvokset med.Alt dette ændrer sig, da hun tager til Pension Boddard i Geneve. Her er der liv og glade dage om sommeren, men da vinteren sætter ind, og alle de andre turister forlader stedet, bliver Felicia hængende. Med de få tilbageværende gæster tilbringer hun seks kedelige og triste uger. Det viser sig imidlertid, at denne periode bliver den mest lærerige i den unge kvindes liv.”Fortidens skygge” udkom første gang i 1896.William John Locke (1863-1930) var engelsk forfatter af romaner, noveller og skuespil. Locke nød stor popularitet for sin letflydende, sentimentale temaer og elegante ironi.

Den smukke aristokrat lady Phayre møder politikeren Goddard, mens han er i gang med at klatre op ad den politiske rangstige. Han er uddannet snedker og kommer fra beskedne kår, så vejen op til magtens tinder er lang og sej. Jo mere han stiger i agtelse i samfundet, des mere interesserer lady Phayre sig for ham. Kærligheden mellem det umage par er imidlertid oppe imod samfundets fastlåste værdier og forventninger til, hvordan en aristokratisk ung dame skal opføre sig.”Fremtidens mand” beskriver både den umulige kærlighed mellem lady Phayre og Goddard, men stiller samtidig skarpt på de forandringer, der trods alt fandt sted i det engelske samfund i slutningen af det 19. århundrede. Bogen udkom første gang i 1895.William John Locke (1863-1930) var engelsk forfatter af romaner, noveller og skuespil. Locke nød stor popularitet for sin letflydende, sentimentale temaer og elegante ironi.

”Det har aldrig været mig muligt at forstå, hvorfor han netop valgte at adoptere mig blandt samtlige Londons uvaskede gadedrenge. Jeg spurgte ham engang.’Fordi du var grim, snavset, ulevedygtig, hæmmet i væksten, underernæret og komplet uinteressant,’ sagde han. ’Desuden fordi din moder var den mest umulige vaskekone, der nogensinde har emmet genever i sit skjortebryst.”Paragot er en velrenommeret arkitekt, der lever et rigt og godt liv. Alligevel beslutter han sig en dag for at prøve at se verden fra en anden vinkel – nedefra, så at sige. Han forklæder sig som landstryger og sætter kurs mod Londons beskidte gader. Her samler han en ung gadedreng op og tager ham under sine vinger. I løbet af de næste måneder lærer de to landstrygere hinanden godt at kende – og undervejs lærer de også en ting eller to om sig selv.”Den elskelige landstryger” udkom første gang i 1906 og er William J. Lockes mest berømte bog. Den er sidenhen blevet både filmatiseret og opført som skuespil.William John Locke (1863-1930) var engelsk forfatter af romaner, noveller og skuespil. Locke nød stor popularitet for sin letflydende, sentimentale temaer og elegante ironi.

William J. Locke "The Demagogue and Lady Phayre" is a gripping narrative about politics, cultural expectations, and love intrigue. The novel takes place in a universe where the demagogue, a charismatic and powerful political figure, meets Lady Phayre, an aristocrat. As the demagogue's reputation grows, Lady Phayre becomes attracted to him, leading in a complex interplay of power, passion, and social expectations. The novel effectively explores the complexities of social status, politics, and human relationships. Locke creates a novel that delves into the inner workings of the characters' minds, offering readers insight into the challenges and dilemmas they face. The drama unfolds against the backdrop of political upheaval and societal expectations, with a mix of tension, romance, and a sophisticated examination of human nature. "The Demagogue and Lady Phayre" is written in Locke's unique manner and captivates readers with its deep character development and thought-provoking subjects. The novel urges readers to consider the complexities of human conduct and the decisions they make in the face of societal and personal constraints.

Engang havde Stephen Chisely alt, hvad hjertet kunne begære. Et godt omdømme, venner, et godt udseende og ikke mindst selvrespekt. Alt dette er væk nu. For to år siden begik han en skændig forbrydelse, der fik ham sat i fængsel.Nu er han på fri fod og har i månedsvis forgæves flakket om og søgt efter arbejde. Han forsøger på hverken at se sig frem eller tilbage, men en dag befinder han sig pludselig foran det hus, han havde været til middag i, den aften han blev arresteret.Da han får øje på sin gamle veninde Yvonne Latour, er hans første indskydelse at skynde sig væk. Han vil ikke belemre hende med sit selskab eller trække hende ned i andres øjne. Yvonnes reaktion overrasker ham umådeligt. Hun glædes over at se ham og insisterer på, at de skal sætte sig i parken og tale lidt sammen. Det møde bliver begyndelsen på Stephens nye liv. Pludselig virker alt muligt.”Kærlighedens under” udkom første gang i 1918.William John Locke (1863-1930) var engelsk forfatter af romaner, noveller og skuespil. Locke nød stor popularitet for sin letflydende, sentimentale temaer og elegante ironi.

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Hoofdpersoon Hugh Colman is in het geheim getrouwd met de joodse Mirna Hart. Haar familie mag dit niet weten, want als Mirna getrouwd blijkt te zijn met een niet-jood, gaat de forse familie-erfenis aan haar voorbij. Het geheim wordt een probleem als Mirna's vader wordt vermoord, en Hugh als verdachte aan wordt gewezen. Zijn alibi? De vrouw van wie niemand mag weten dat ze zijn geliefde is.-

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1894. A novel by the British author. This is one of 28 works by Locke available from Kessinger Publishing.

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The Fortunate Youth is a novel written by William J. Locke. The story revolves around a young man named Dick Selwyn, who is born into a wealthy family and has never had to work for anything in his life. Despite his privileged upbringing, Dick is restless and dissatisfied with his life, feeling that he has not accomplished anything meaningful. One day, he meets a beautiful and mysterious woman named Madame Zabriska, who introduces him to a world of adventure and excitement. Together, they embark on a journey that takes them across Europe, encountering a cast of colorful characters along the way. As Dick explores this new world, he begins to discover his true passions and talents, and learns valuable lessons about life, love, and the pursuit of happiness. The Fortunate Youth is a captivating and entertaining novel that explores themes of self-discovery, ambition, and the search for meaning in life.1914. A novel by the British author. This is one of 28 works by Locke available from Kessinger Publishing.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 Red Planet is a science fiction novel written by William J. Locke. The story revolves around a group of astronauts who embark on a mission to explore Mars. The team consists of four members, each with their own unique skills and personalities. They face many challenges along the way, including harsh weather conditions and unexpected obstacles. As they explore the planet, they discover that Mars is not as barren as they initially thought. They encounter strange creatures and discover evidence of intelligent life. The novel is filled with suspense, action, and adventure as the team navigates through the unknown terrain of the Red Planet. The book is a thrilling read for anyone interested in science fiction and space exploration.1917. A novel by the British author. This is one of 28 works by Locke available from Kessinger Publishing.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.

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. 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 the original work.

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