The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain tells the story of Edward Tudor, Prince of Wales and King Henry VIII's son and heir to his throne. He and a pauper named Tom Canty switch clothing, and everyone mistakes one of them for the other because of their identical looks, laughing at Edward's claims of being a prince. The moral lesson of "The Prince and the Pauper" by Mark Twain is that true nobility comes from within, and not from one's social status or wealth.
The story teaches us that people should not be judged based on their external appearance, but rather on their character, actions, and values.
The Phantom of the Opera tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius who haunts the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of the young soprano Christine, the Phantom lures her as his protege and falls fiercely in love with her. One of the most well-known and well-loved gothic horror stories, Leroux's suspenseful tale of unrequited love, passion and tragedy is both dark and moving in its portrayal of Erik, the anti-hero in his yearning for Christine.
On his father's death, David Balfour visits an estranged uncle to claim his inheritance. But scheming, grasping Ebenezer Balfour wants David out of the picture and has him put on a ship bound for America. With the help of Alan Breck Stewart, David returns to his homeland seeking justice.
Ferocious tiger Shere Khan is enraged when his man-cub prey evades his clutches in a cave where a wolf family lives. The wolves decide to raise the boy themselves, and Mowgli grows up learning the ways of the jungle, helped by his friends Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther. But Shere Khan has a long memory, and a showdown looms in one of Kipling's thrilling Jungle Book tales.
Described as the father of the modern fairy tale, Hans Christian Andersen created some of the best known and best loved stories in literature. The Little Mermaid, The Ugly Duckling, The Snow Queen, The Red Shoes and The Emperor's New Clothes - all included in this carefully curated collection - continue to captivate readers of all ages, thanks to their timeless charm and irresistible spell they cast. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world's finest classic literature.
The original versions of Snow white, Cinderella, Hansel and Gretel, Rumpelstiltskin and Rapunzel also appear in this collection, along with lesser known gems from the Grimms' timeless fairytale canon. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world's finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques.
Black Beauty is a handsome, well-bred colt, urged by his mother to work hard, serve his masters obediently and never to bite or kick. Such restraint is sorely tested when Beauty is sold to a succession of owners who ill-treat him. Told from Black Beauty's perspective, Anna Sewell's much-loved story was written to promote kind, sympathetic treatment of horses, a runaway success following its publication in 1877.
On the night of their marriage, Scheherazade begins to tell the king a tale, but does not end it. The king is thus forced to postpone her execution in order to hear the conclusion. The next night, as soon as she finishes the tale, she begins (and only begins) a new one, and the king, eager to hear the conclusion, postpones her execution once again.
The Age Of Innocence tells the story of a wealthy lawyer Newland Archer, who is engaged to sweet socialite May Welland in 1870s New York. On the surface, it is a perfect match. But when May’s beautiful cousin Countess Ellen Olenska, who is estranged from her brutish husband, arrives in town, Newland begins to question the meaning of passion and love as he desperately pursues a relationship with Ellen, even though she has been made a social outcast by Archer’s peers.
When Ishmael joins the crew of a whaling ship, he doesn’t know that the captain is obsessed with taking revenge on Moby Dick, the great whale that ripped off his leg. Ishmael recounts their adventures aboard the ship as the captain pursues his foe – but Herman Melville’s richly textured novel is more than a classic adventure. Exploring themes of ambition, self-discovery and the wonder of the natural world, it ranks among the foremost works in the English language.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. The residents of Cranford are regimented aristocrats who "practice 'elegant economy.'" The ladies go calling only during prescribed times, serve one another inexpensive foods, pretend not to notice each other's poverty, and go to bed early. The narrator is a young woman with familial ties to Miss Jenkyns and Miss Matty who are two spinsters who have lived in Cranford their entire lives.
Elizabeth Gaskell's witty, episodic novel examines a society on the cusp, a beautifully observed, exquisitely crafted slice of 19th century English provincial life. Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature.
These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques. With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. George Orwell's Animal Farm is a short novel written during World War II and published in 1945. It tells the story of a group of farm animals who revolt against their keeper.
They want to create a place where all animals are treated equally and where they can be free and happy. However, they are eventually betrayed by one of them, and the farm returns to its previous state. The narrative is an allegory, which means the author intended it to symbolize true events.
It is one of the most well-known political allegories. It is based on the betrayal of the Russian Revolution by Joseph Stalin. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature.
These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques. With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. When having his portrait painted, Dorian Gray declares he would give anything to stay youthful - even his soul. Dorian descends into a life of decadent excess, and while he retains his youthful looks, the portrait becomes horrifically disfigured.
Oscar Wilde's only novel is a dark, Faustian fable of wish fulfilment that leads to an inescapable day of reckoning. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques.
With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Elinor Dashwood's cool reason and her sister Marianne's more demonstrative nature are revealed when their father Henry dies and they are uprooted from the family home. For Elinor and Marianne, salvation lies in making a suitable match, but both must overcome adversity.
Elinor strikes up an attachment with Edward Ferrars, who harbours a secret that constrains his commitment, while Marianne falls for a penniless charmer who throws her over for a rich heiress. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world's finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques.
With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published. This book has a matching lined journal (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their own.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Shy young Fanny Price is sent to live with wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park, where of her four cousins only Edmund shows her any real kindness. When the wealthy, flirtatious Henry Crawford and his vivacious sister Mary arrive in the neighbourhood, Fanny's world is thrown into disarray.
Edmund falls under the spell of Mary while Henry declares his love for Fanny - but the path to happiness doesn't run smooth. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques.
With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Handsome, clever, and rich, Emma Woodhouse has many advantages - but Emma's supreme confidence in her own abilities is sometimes misplaced. When her scheme to find a suitable husband for young Harriet Smith goes badly awry, Emma learns the folly of her ways - and meets her own match in the process - but only after a series of painful misunderstandings.
Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world's finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques. With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
This book has a matching lined journal (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their own.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. With their father away at the Civil War,times are hard for the March sisters - Meg, Jo,Beth and Amy - and their mother, Marmee. Louisa May Alcott's moving coming-of-age story, whose homespun charm and core family values made it a cultural landmark in America, is enduringly popular all over the world.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Chiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature. These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques.
With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published. This book has a matching lined journal (sold separately). They make a great gift when paired together but are also just as beautiful on their own.
Part of the Chiltern Classics range. Joseph Conrad's Heart of Darkness is the story of an English seaman, Charles Marlow, who is hired by a Belgian company to captain a steamer up river through the African interior. Widely regarded as a critique of European colonial rule in Africa, it has endured to stand as a Modernist masterpieceChiltern are publishers of exquisitely crafted editions of the world’s finest classic literature.
These beautiful books are a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques. With wonderful original, detailed and embossed covers, sparkling gilt edges, cream art paper, ribbon markers and stitched binding they are simply the most beautiful classics ever published.
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