Walter Besant

First published in 1882, All Sorts and Conditions of Men chronicles daily life in the East-end district of Whitechapel road, where people go about their business with an air of quiet resignation. The arrival of Miss Kennedy, who wants to establish a dressmakers' co-operative,...

It was the evening of a fine September day. Through the square window, built out so as to form another room almost as large as that which had been thus enlarged, the autumn sun, now fast declining to the west, poured in warm and...

"As We Are and As We May Be" is a philosophical and social commentary written by Sir Walter Besant, a British novelist and historian, in the late 19th century. The book was first published in 1903. Besant was a prominent figure in the literary...

Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant (1902) is a posthumously published autobiography by Walter Besant. Although he is more widely known for his works of fiction and book-length studies of the city of London, Besant was also a gifted autobiographer whose unique sense of self...

Autobiography of Sir Walter Besant (1902) is a posthumously published autobiography by Walter Besant. Although he is more widely known for his works of fiction and book-length studies of the city of London, Besant was also a gifted autobiographer whose unique sense of self...

Originally published in 1895, a dying man instructs his son to reject their family fortune because of its evil origins and his grandfather's unsavory past. Yet, his son is enamored by the riches and its potential for good. John Calvert was a successful engineer...

CAPTAIN COOK Life and Voyages of the Great Navigator. By Walter Besant Mr. Besant has given an interesting summary of the life and voyages of the great navigator. Captain James Cook from Birth to Death. CONTENTS Chapter 1 Birth And Education. Chapter 2 Before...

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...

Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1835911706ISBN-13: 9781835911709Publisher: Tansen PublisherLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/12/2023Pages: 298Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.53lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.62d

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public...

Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public...

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...

Medi val London, Volume 1: Historical & Social, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has...

Medi val London, Volume 2: Ecclesiastical, has been acknowledged as a major work throughout human history, and we have taken precautions to assure its preservation by republishing this book in a modern manner for both present and future generations. This book has been completely...

This Is A New Release Of The Original 1881 Edition.Author: Walter Besant, James RiceISBN-10: 1497993288ISBN-13: 9781497993280Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLCLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/30/2014Pages: 236Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.71lbsSize: 9.02h x 5.98w x 0.50d

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1511515392ISBN-13: 9781511515399Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

This book has been considered by academicians and scholars of great significance and value to literature. This forms a part of the knowledge base for future generations. We have represented this book in the same form as it was first published. Hence any marks...

Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1428625518ISBN-13: 9781428625518Publisher: Kessinger PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 06/08/2006Pages: 108Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.37lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d

Then came a third time when I stole, maddened by the dream of hunger. This time I was detected, pursued, and apprehended. The misery and shame of the hour when I stood before the magistrate, in that horrible vision of a possible future, I...

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...

The Changeling, A Novel, By Walter Besant. CHAPTER I. Was it Substitution pray be seated, madam. The doctor offered his visitor a chair. Then he closed the door with perhaps a more marked manner than one generally displays in this simple operation. I am...

Set in Victorian London, this novel explores themes of love, class, and morality. Young and impoverished, the protagonist falls in love with a wealthy woman and pursues her despite the obstacles in his path. But as he rises in society, he begins to question...

The Golden Butterfly (1876) is a novel by Walter Besant and James Rice. Their fifth novel perhaps marks the zenith of their collaborative powers, capturing the spirit of adventure that defined the mythology of the American West. Epic and entertaining, The Golden Butterfly is...

In 'The History of London, ' Walter Besant takes readers on a comprehensive journey through the past of one of the world's greatest cities. This book is sure to satisfy anyone with an interest in history, architecture, urban development, or just those curious to...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1508752427ISBN-13: 9781508752424Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1835915957ISBN-13: 9781835915950Publisher: Magic PublisherLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/12/2024Pages: 130Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.70lbsSize: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.28d

In the distant future, an ageless society with a strict government, faces a small rebellion from citizens eager to break away from their rule. It is a cautionary tale that portrays the dangers of immortality. A futuristic society discovers the key to a long...

In the distant future, an ageless society with a strict government, faces a small rebellion from citizens eager to break away from their rule. It is a cautionary tale that portrays the dangers of immortality. A futuristic society discovers the key to a long...

This Book "The Lady of Lynn" has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole...

This collection of literature attempts to compile many of the classic works that have stood the test of time and offer them at a reduced, affordable price, in an attractive volume so that everyone can enjoy them.Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1511767685ISBN-13: 9781511767682Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing...

The Story of King Alfred by Walter Besant. This book is a reproduction of the original book published in 1901 and may have some imperfections such as marks or hand-written notes.Author: Walter BesantISBN-10: 1523835524ISBN-13: 9781523835522Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/02/2016Pages: 194Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.59lbsSize:...

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...