Meet New Books

Books matching: heroism and selflessness

4 result(s)

Page 1
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 
  1. #1

    The Scarlet Pimpernel - The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emmuska Orczy, Baroness Orczy
    Save:

    The Scarlet Pimpernel is a classic tale of intrigue and romance set during the French Revolution. The story follows the daring adventures of the mysterious Englishman known as the Scarlet Pimpernel, who rescues condemned individuals from the guillotine, while being pursued by a ruthless French agent. The novel is filled with espionage, suspense, and drama, all revolving around the elusive hero and his noble cause. Written in a theatrical style with outrageous intrigue, the book captures the essence of heroism and selfless acts in a time of turmoil and revolution.

    The narrative unfolds through the lens of various characters, providing insights into their inner lives and motivations. The plot twists and reversals keep the reader engaged, although some find them predictable due to the book's influence on genre fiction since its publication. Despite the simplistic view of historic events and the florid writing style, The Scarlet Pimpernel remains a captivating read that offers a satisfying tale of good versus evil, heroism, and true love.

    ASURGING, SEETHING, murmuring crowd of beings that are human only in name, for to the eye and ear they seem naught but savage creatures, animated by vile passions and by the lust of vengeance and of h...

  2. #2

    Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc by Mark Twain
    Save:

    'Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc' by Mark Twain is a fictionalized account of the life of Saint Joan, portrayed as a beautiful, vibrant, and passionate young woman who sacrificed everything to serve God and save her country. Twain's writing style seamlessly weaves fact and fiction, staying true to the historical accuracy of Saint Joan's story while bringing out her personality in a way that reminds readers of her courage and selflessness. is narrated through the voice of a childhood friend, adding a unique perspective to the well-documented life of Joan of Arc.


  3. #3

    Goodbye to All That by Robert Graves
    Save:

    'Goodbye to All That' by Robert Graves is an autobiographical account that delves into the author's life up to 1929, focusing on his experiences in the trenches of the Western Front during World War I. Graves provides a detailed and harrowing depiction of the horrors of war, covering the selfless heroism of soldiers, the strain they endured, and the aftermath as a poet among poets. The book also touches on Graves' school days, his friendship with Siegfried Sassoon, and his marriage post-war, offering a truthful, direct, and unvarnished narrative of his life.

    As a proof of my readiness to accept autobiographical convention, let me at once record my two earliest memories. The first is being loyally held up at a window to watch a procession of decorated carr...

  4. #4

    The Dreaming Jewels by Theodore Sturgeon
    Save:

    The Dreaming Jewels by Theodore Sturgeon is a dark science fiction tale following the story of Horty, a young boy who runs away from an abusive family to join a mysterious carnival. The carnival is owned by a former doctor and scientist obsessed with strange 'jewels' possessing magical powers. As Horty uncovers the secrets of the carnival and his own abilities, he must battle his nemesis to save his friends and humanity. The novel weaves elements of fantasy and sci-fi, exploring themes of abuse, identity, and the power of ancient alien crystals.

    They caught the kid doing something disgusting out under the bleachers at the high-school stadium, and he was sent home from the grammar school across the street. He was eight years old then. He’d bee...

Page 1 of 1