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  • Play-Making: A Manual of Craftsmanship

    by William Archer ...
    The manual covers various aspects of playwriting, including character development, dialogue, and the importance of conflict and action in driving a narrative forward. Archer emphasizes the necessity of creating believable characters and realistic dialogue that serves to advance the plot and reveal deeper truths about human nature. He explores different genres and styles of drama, from tragedy to ... Read more

    $1.33 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Loves of Krishna in Indian Painting and Poetry

    by William George Archer ...
    During the twentieth century, a certain type of Indian painting began to fascinate the West. Unlike Mughal art, it was a product of Hindu courts in Rajasthan and the Punjab Hills and unlike Mughal painting, its chief concern was with the varied phases of romance. Ladies would be shown brooding in their chambers as storm clouds mounted in the sky. A girl might be portrayed desperately fondling a ... Read more

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  • America To-Day: Observations And Reflections

    by William Archer ...
    America to-day observations and reflections presents a thoughtful exploration of American society through the lens of travel, curiosity, and cultural comparison. The work captures the sense of anticipation and transition that accompanies a journey across the Atlantic, using travel as a way to reflect on broader ideas of progress and identity. Urban life is portrayed as energetic and overwhelming, ... Read more

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  • America To-day, Observations and Reflections

    by William Archer ...
    "America To-day, Observations and Reflections" by William Archer offers a keen insight into American society and culture through the eyes of a perceptive observer. Archer, a Scottish playwright and critic, traveled across the United States, capturing the essence of American life in the early 20th century. His reflections encompass various aspects of American identity, including its politics, ... Read more

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  • Gems (?) of German Thought

    by William Archer ...
    "Gems of German Thought" by William Archer is a profound exploration of the philosophical and literary contributions of German thinkers. Archer meticulously curates a selection of essays and excerpts that highlight the depth and richness of German intellectual tradition. The book serves as a bridge for English-speaking readers to engage with the ideas of influential figures such as Goethe, ... Read more

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  • Supernatural Mysteries: 60+ Horror Tales, Ghost Stories & Murder Mysteries

    Over Sixty Gothic Ghost Stories, Occult Crimes, and Locked-Room Terrors

    by Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, Jack London, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Ralph Adams Cram, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Daniel Defoe, Cleveland Moffett, Rudyard Kipling, Ambrose Bierce, Frederick Marryat, Ellis Parker Butler, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wilkie Collins, Thomas W. Hanshew, Erckmann-Chatrian, Mary E. Hanshew, Leopold Kompert, Chester Bailey Fernald, Florence Marryat, Vincent O'Sullivan, E. F. Benson, M. R. James, Arthur B. Reeve, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Anton Chekhov, Margaret Oliphant, A. T. Quiller-Couch, Amelia B. Edwards, Anna Katherine Green, Fitz-James O'Brien, Katherine Rickford, Pliny the Younger, Helena Blavatsky, Villiers de l'Isle Adam, William F. Harvey, Fiona Macleod, William T. Stead, Gambier Bolton, Andrew Jackson Davis, Nizida, Walter F. Prince, Sir Robert Anderson, Lord Edward Bulwer-Lytton ...
    Translated by Julian Hawthorne, William Melmoth ...
    Supernatural Mysteries gathers more than sixty horror tales, ghost stories, and murder mysteries into a capacious survey of the uncanny in popular and literary fiction. Its range extends from Gothic melodrama and spectral visitation to psychological terror, detective ingenuity, maritime adventure, and tales poised between rational explanation and occult possibility. Classic motifs—haunted houses, ... Read more

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  • God and Mr. Wells: A Critical Examination of 'God the Invisible King'

    by William Archer ...
    "God and Mr. Wells: A Critical Examination of 'God the Invisible King'" by William Archer delves into the theological and philosophical implications of H.G. Wells' work. Archer meticulously analyzes Wells' portrayal of God, exploring the tension between traditional religious beliefs and modern skepticism. He critiques Wells' arguments, highlighting the contradictions and challenges posed by the ... Read more

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  • The Green Goddess

    Enriched edition. Exploring Cultural Intersections and Dramatic Dialogues in Early 20th-Century Literature

    by William Archer, Louise Jordan Miln, Hudson Redwick ...
    The Green Goddess brings together an intriguing array of works exploring the complexities of cultural encounters and the multifaceted interplay of power, spirituality, and identity. Through a harmonious blend of evocative narratives and thought-provoking prose, this anthology captures the essence of early 20th-century cross-cultural exchanges. The collection's diverse literary styles range from ... Read more

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  • The Special Edition of the World's Greatest Mysteries

    by Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Brander Matthews, Ambrose Bierce, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wilkie Collins, E. F. Benson, M. R. James, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Anton Chekhov, Anna Katherine Green, W. F. Harvey, Fitz-James O'Brien, Katherine Rickford, Pliny the Younger, Helena Blavatsky, A. Conan Doyle, Villiers Adam, C. Moffett, F. Marryat, Théopile Gautier, L. Hearn, C. B. Fernando, R. L. Stevenson, T. W. Hanshew, Sir R. Anderson, R. A. Cram, Joseph L. French ...
    Translated by Julian Hawthorne, William Melmoth ...
    In 'The Special Edition of the World's Greatest Mysteries,' a diverse array of literary styles and themes intertwine to captivate and challenge the reader. This anthology offers a rich tapestry of storytelling that delves into the mysterious and the macabre, providing an intricate exploration of human nature and the unknown. Carefully curated, this collection showcases standout pieces infused with ... Read more

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  • Hedda Gabler (Mobi Classics)

    by Henrik Ibsen,Edmund Gosse (Translator),William Archer (Translator) ...
    Hedda Gabler is a play first published in 1890 by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen. The play premiered in 1891 in Germany to negative reviews, but has subsequently gained recognition as a classic of realism, nineteenth century theatre, and world drama. A 1902 production was a major sensation on Broadway starring Minnie Maddern Fiske and following its initial limited run was revived with the ... Read more

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  • Supernatural Mysteries: 60+ Horror Tales, Ghost Stories & Murder Mysteries

    by Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, Jack London, Théophile Gautier, Arthur Conan Doyle, Ralph Adams Cram, Guy de Maupassant, Thomas Hardy, William Archer, Daniel Defoe, Cleveland Moffett, Rudyard Kipling, Ambrose Bierce, Frederick Marryat, Ellis Parker Butler, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Wilkie Collins, Thomas W. Hanshew, Erckmann-Chatrian, Mary E. Hanshew, Leopold Kompert, Chester Bailey Fernald, Florence Marryat, Vincent O'Sullivan, E. F. Benson, M. R. James, Arthur B. Reeve, E. T. A. Hoffmann, Anton Chekhov, Margaret Oliphant, A. T. Quiller-Couch, Amelia B. Edwards, Anna Katherine Green, Fitz-James O'Brien, Katherine Rickford, Pliny the Younger, Helena Blavatsky, Villiers de l'Isle Adam, William F. Harvey, Fiona Macleod, William T. Stead, Gambier Bolton, Andrew Jackson Davis, Nizida, Walter F. Prince, Sir Robert Anderson, Lord Edward Bulwer-Lytton ...
    Translated by Julian Hawthorne, William Melmoth ...
    In 'Supernatural Mysteries: 60+ Horror Tales, Ghost Stories & Murder Mysteries,' readers are enveloped in an eclectic blend of terror, suspense, and the supernatural that transcends time and geography. This anthology captures the enigmatic allure of horror tales and ghost stories while interweaving the mystery of murder across more than sixty distinctive pieces. The collection skillfully ranges ... Read more

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  • The Green Goddess

    Three English Fliers Down in the Himalaya

    by William Archer, Louise Jordan Miln ...
    Series series Adventure & the Sea
    Complete and unabridged, with 57 full-page plates by Raja Ravi Varma, Raja Deen Dayal and Marianne North. An aeroplane carrying three English travellers — a doctor, an army officer and the officer's wife — comes down in Rukh, a Himalayan kingdom whose cultivated, charming Rajah has three brothers awaiting execution in British India and a goddess who expects a sacrifice. William Archer was London's ... Read more

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