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The Black-Bearded Barbarian : The life of George Leslie Mackay of Formosa by Mary Esther Miller MacGregor libreka classics – These are classics of literary history, reissued and made available to a wide audience. Immerse yourself in well-known and popular ...

First published in 1826, The Last Man is an apocalyptic sci-ence fiction work by Mary Shelley. A courtly society at the crossroads between monarchy and republic is afflicted by a serious epidemic that threatens the survival of all mankind. Will Lionel be able to save the few who are faithful to him? In addition to an exciting novel, Shelley also succeeds in in-terweaving autobiographical, historical and scientific aspects into the ...

Isabella's grandfather, the Earl of Westmere, insists she take a husband – and she must choose which of her four second cousins it must be. In desperation, Bella turns to Robert Huntley, the cousin with whom she's shared many a childhood adventure.A distinguished captain of the Hussars, Robert finds himself agreeing to her outrageous suggestion of a pretend engagement. He tells Bella he has no desire to be shackled in a loveless marriage, and their engagement must end once she's ...