Publikácia vyšla pri príležitosti 100. výročia narodenia Vincenta Hložníka, maliara, grafika, ilustrátora a pedagóga, významného predstaviteľa moderného výtvarného umenia 20. storočia... Zobraziť viac
Charles Dickens' uplifting Christmas story about the redemption of an angry miser is a classic. This book also looks at the story's contribution to Christmas traditions in Britain, and suggests a real or virtual tour of Dickens’ London. Zobraziť viac
This text of Shakespeare's most famous tragedy, with both narrative and dialogue, is a reader as well as a playscript. The book also contains files on Shakespeare and the supernatural, as well as on Hamlet in performance... Zobraziť viac
As Chaucer’s 14tH century pilgrims set off on a pilgrimage from London to Canterbury Cathedral, they all agree to tell a story. The five well-known tales in this reader present, in a charming and often humorous style, ... Zobraziť viac
When ten-year-old Mary Lennox’s parents die in India, she goes to live in her uncle’s sad house in England... Published in 1911, this novel is considered a classic of children’s literature. The book also contains files on ... Zobraziť viac
The famous story of a young American boy who prefers adventure to school: he witnesses a crime in a graveyard, is a pirate for two days, gets lost in a cavern and even finds treasure. Among his friends are the ‘wild’ Huckleberry Finn and the ‘angel’, ... Zobraziť viac
The tragedy of Romeo and Juliet is the most famous love story of all time. Set against a backdrop of hate between two rival families, Shakespeare’s play moves towards its tragic conclusion through scenes of fi ghting, love and desperation, ... Zobraziť viac
Scott Fitzgerald’s classic novel is a study of the decadence of America’s high society in the 1920s. The rich and handsome Jay Gatsby gives spectacular weekend parties, but behind all the superficial glamour, there is a man with a ... Zobraziť viac
Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist inspired by his studies, tries to create a new life from parts of dead bodies. Mary Shelley’s classic gothic horror story looks at scientific progress and questions its morality.... Zobraziť viac
In this magical comedy about the difficulties of love, the situation appears to get worse before the play finally moves towards a happy ending. This book also contains files on Greek mythology in the play and on magic in Shakespeare’s time. Zobraziť viac
This famous novel about a respectable doctor with a double life marks a milestone in modern horror fiction. The book includes a history of horror stories, and looks at the medical profession in the 19th century. Zobraziť viac
This anonymous epic poem is one of the most important works of Old English literature. Apart from an introduction to the Anglo-Saxon period, the book also contains files on Anglo-Saxon monsters and magic, as well as on the influence ... Zobraziť viac
Macbeth is the bravest soldier of the king, but after meeting three strange witches, he becomes greedy for power... This text of Shakespeare’s Scottish tragedy is a reader as well as a playscript. The book also looks at the history ... Zobraziť viac
Two of Oscar Wilde’s favourite short stories: the selfish Giant learns to be generous, while the Prince and his friend the little swallow give everything they have to help the poor. All three, in the end, are rewarded for their kindness. Zobraziť viac
As events bring them together, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy are gradually forced to abandon their pride and prejudice and accept that first impressions cannot always be trusted... Jane Austen’s classic novel portrays life in 19th century rural England... Zobraziť viac
When an American family buy Canterville Chase, they also buy a ghost. In this lively and comic portrayal of the meeting of two cultures - modern American and traditional British – Wilde uses his satire and humour to describe the attempts of the ghost, ... Zobraziť viac
When the young and handsome Dorian Gray sees a portrait of himself, he makes a wish, saying he would give anything to remain the same as his picture, and never grow old. In his search for eternal youth and beauty Dorian... Zobraziť viac
Two more cases solved by Sherlock Holmes: The Adventures of the Dancing Men about a secret gangster code; and Silver Blaze, the missing racehorse. The book also looks at the development of gangster crime in Chicago, and other famous detectives. Zobraziť viac
This famous satire about human society and government surprisingly became a popular children’s story. The book also contains files on 16th-17th century science and satire... Zobraziť viac
