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"Exploring the Depths of Literature: From Dickens to Dante" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of literature, where imagination knows no bounds

Background imageLiterature Collection: DH (David Herbert) Lawrence (1885-1930)

DH (David Herbert) Lawrence (1885-1930) English novelist and poet

Background imageLiterature Collection: Hydrogen balloon airship above the clouds

Hydrogen balloon airship above the clouds
Digital restored 19th century engraving from the literary magazine Le Voleur Illustre 1889-90 Paris, France

Background imageLiterature Collection: A First Map of Tlön (from Jorge Luis Borges)

A First Map of Tlön (from Jorge Luis Borges)
Santiago Bugdadi

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Cafe

Book Cafe
Jukyong Park

Background imageLiterature Collection: Women of Literature

Women of Literature
Nour Tohme

Background imageLiterature Collection: Reading in a Dome of Plants

Reading in a Dome of Plants
Julia Leister

Background imageLiterature Collection: Book Lover

Book Lover
Julia Leister

Background imageLiterature Collection: Acqua alta

Acqua alta
Marco Tagliarino

Background imageLiterature Collection: the literary critics II

the literary critics II
Michael Allmaier

Background imageLiterature Collection: On Writing

On Writing
Chalk hourglass drawing with books, crumpled paper, and pencils. Writing creative process conceptual flat lay on a black background.. Dina Belenko

Background imageLiterature Collection: Spilled Letters

Spilled Letters
Spilled letters in hands of a writer, flat lay with hands, creative workplace. Dina Belenko

Background imageLiterature Collection: the literary critics

the literary critics
Michael Allmaier

Background imageLiterature Collection: Trotty Veck, The Chimes

Trotty Veck, The Chimes
Charles Dickens Characters by Frank Reynolds for Buchanans Whisky - Trotty Veck, The Chimes. 1912

Background imageLiterature Collection: Ancient water clocks or clepsydrae

Ancient water clocks or clepsydrae. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman

Background imageLiterature Collection: Childrens Author Enid Blyton watches the auditions today

Childrens Author Enid Blyton watches the auditions today, as young actors and actresses try their best to secure major roles in the production of Noddy in Toyland this Christmas

Background imageLiterature Collection: Canterbury Tales - The Friar

Canterbury Tales - The Friar
The Friar, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Background imageLiterature Collection: Canterbury Tales - The Prioress

Canterbury Tales - The Prioress
The Prioress, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Background imageLiterature Collection: Canterbury Tales - The Merchant

Canterbury Tales - The Merchant
The Merchant, a character in " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written by Geoffrey Chaucer at the end of the 14th century

Background imageLiterature Collection: Canterbury Tales - The Summoner

Canterbury Tales - The Summoner
The Summoner - who appears to be delivering a summons from an ecclesiastical court - a character in " The Canterbury Tales"

Background imageLiterature Collection: Canterbury Tales - Geoffrey Chaucer as a pilgrim on horseback

Canterbury Tales - Geoffrey Chaucer as a pilgrim on horseback
Geoffrey Chaucer depicted as a pilgrim on horseback. He was the writer of " The Canterbury Tales", a collection of stories written at the end of the 14th century

Background imageLiterature Collection: Author Barbara Fraser, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1993

Author Barbara Fraser, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. May 1993
Lostwithiel Historian Barbara Fraser signs copies of her book The Book of Lostwithiel. Mrs Fraser came to Lostwithiel with her husband, Ian, in the 1980s and wrote this history of the town in 1993

Background imageLiterature Collection: George Gordon Byron, Lord Byron, English poet

George Gordon Byron, Lord Byron, English poet
George Gordon Byron (1788-1824), Lord Byron, English poet, aristocrat and politician. Date: early 19th century

Background imageLiterature Collection: Author, Mary Sharp, Lerryn, St Veep, Cornwall. July 1992

Author, Mary Sharp, Lerryn, St Veep, Cornwall. July 1992
Mary Sharp, of Cliff near Lerryn, is pictured with her dog, Brock, which features in her book " The Dream Horse"

Background imageLiterature Collection: Adam and eve

Adam and eve in paradies, chromolithpraph from a home bible, 1870

Background imageLiterature Collection: Balancing Act

Balancing Act
Hanna Lee Tidd

Background imageLiterature Collection: Icarus

Icarus
Frederic Belaubre

Background imageLiterature Collection: To The Moon

To The Moon

Background imageLiterature Collection: A protrait of Massimo d'Azeglio

A protrait of Massimo d'Azeglio Italy. Date of Photograph:11/05/1862

Background imageLiterature Collection: Neoptolemus Killed by Orestes in Delphi, fresco, Roman Art, Style III

Neoptolemus Killed by Orestes in Delphi, fresco, Roman Art, Style III, House of Marco Lucrezio Frontone, Archaeological Area, Pompeii Pompeii Archaeological Area

Background imageLiterature Collection: Rime of the Ancient Mariner The ice was all around

Rime of the Ancient Mariner The ice was all around
Vintage engraving by Gustave Dore of a scene from the Rime of the Ancient Mariner, The ice was here, the ice was there, the ice was all around

Background imageLiterature Collection: Poster advertising Nicholas Nickleby film, Ealing Studios, produced by Michael Balcon

Poster advertising Nicholas Nickleby film, Ealing Studios, produced by Michael Balcon, directed by Cavalcanti, screenplay by John Dighton, starring Cedric Hardwicke, Stanley Holloway

Background imageLiterature Collection: Mr Micawber, David Copperfield

Mr Micawber, David Copperfield
Charles Dickens Characters by Frank Reynolds for Buchanans Whisky - Mr Micawber, David Copperfield. 1912

Background imageLiterature Collection: Little Women - Meg buying silk for a new dress

Little Women - Meg buying silk for a new dress
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott - Meg buying silk for a new dress, far beyond her household budget, encouraged by her friend Sallie. 1880

Background imageLiterature Collection: Little Women - Jo and Laurie sitting on the stairs

Little Women - Jo and Laurie sitting on the stairs
Little Women by Louisa May Alcott - Jo and Laurie sitting chatting on the stairs. 1880

Background imageLiterature Collection: Face-turning lathe and riveting hammer, 18th century

Face-turning lathe and riveting hammer, 18th century
Face-turning lathe and riveting hammer, Block Machinery at Portsmouth naval harbour, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey Jr

Background imageLiterature Collection: Electrical dischargers and doublers, 18th century

Electrical dischargers and doublers, 18th century
Electrical dischargers and doublers, including Tiberius Cavallos multiplier, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts




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"Exploring the Depths of Literature: From Dickens to Dante" Immerse yourself in the captivating world of literature, where imagination knows no bounds. Step into Charles Dickens' Dream as Robert William Buss's unfinished oil painting transports you to Victorian England, filled with vivid characters and gripping tales. The Bronte Sisters, brought to life by Patrick Branwell Bronte's artistry, invite us into their literary realm. Their words echo through time, empowering women and challenging societal norms. Join Babar, the king of elephants, and Celeste on a whimsical journey as they play tennis in Celesteville. Jean de Brunhoff's illustrations from his Babar books capture the magic that lies within children's literature. William McLaren brings Sir Gawain and the Green Knight alive with his intricate artwork. The medieval tale of chivalry and honor unfolds before our eyes, reminding us of timeless virtues. Pauline Baynes takes us on Chaucer's pilgrimage through her enchanting illustrations. Each pilgrim comes alive with their unique stories woven together in a tapestry of humanity. Dylan Thomas indulges in his vices while crafting poetic masterpieces; his drinking and smoking becoming synonymous with his rebellious spirit that defied conventionality. Venture into Dante's Inferno through a Venetian edition woodcut from c1520. Witness the torments faced by lost souls as they navigate hellish landscapes—a testament to human frailty and redemption sought after death. Harold Copping illustrates Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol—an enduring tale that reminds us of compassion during times when it is needed most. Rudyard Kipling enchants readers young and old with Just So Stories like The Elephant’s Child—teaching valuable lessons wrapped in delightful narratives that ignite curiosity about our natural world. Alice tumbles down the rabbit hole into Lewis Carroll’s Wonderland only to find herself amidst a croquet game like no other.