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Robert Barnabas Brough

    Robert Barnabas Brough fue un escritor inglés que contribuyó con poesía, novelas y obras de teatro a numerosos periódicos. Fue cofundador del periódico de humor Liverpool Lion y durante un tiempo se desempeñó como corresponsal en Bruselas para The Sunday Times. Su obra se caracteriza por la variedad de sus formas literarias y su presencia en diversas plataformas de publicación, lo que refleja una amplia participación en el mundo literario.

    Songs Of The Governing Classes, And Other Lyrics
    The Life of Sir John Falstaff
    A Cracker Bon-Bon For Christmas Parties
    Which Is Which?: Or, Miles Cassidy's Contract; a Picture Story
    Shadow and Substance
    A Cracker Bon-bon For Christmas Parties: Consisting Of Christmas Pieces, For Private Representation, And Other Seasonable Matter, In Prose And Verse
    • Originally published in 1847, this delightful collection of Christmas-themed stories, sketches, and poems is sure to bring joy and merriment to any holiday gathering. Featuring contributions from some of the most beloved writers of the era, including Charles Dickens and William Makepeace Thackeray, this book is a true treasure of Victorian literature.

      A Cracker Bon-bon For Christmas Parties: Consisting Of Christmas Pieces, For Private Representation, And Other Seasonable Matter, In Prose And Verse
    • Shadow and Substance

      • 296 páginas
      • 11 horas de lectura

      Brough's play is a powerful exploration of religion, morality, and the human condition. Through the character of Father O'Flynn, he presents a portrait of a man torn between his faith and his desire for worldly success. The play's themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the struggle for meaning continue to resonate with audiences today.

      Shadow and Substance
    • Culturally significant, this reproduction preserves the integrity of the original artifact, including copyright references and library stamps. It serves as a vital component of our civilization's knowledge base, reflecting the historical importance of the text. The commitment to authenticity ensures that readers experience the work as closely as possible to its original form, providing insight into its enduring relevance.

      Which Is Which?: Or, Miles Cassidy's Contract; a Picture Story
    • A Cracker Bon-Bon For Christmas Parties

      Consisting Of Christmas Pieces, For Private Representation, And Other Seasonable Matter, In Prose And Verse (1852)

      • 108 páginas
      • 4 horas de lectura

      Featuring a delightful assortment of Christmas-themed prose and poetry, this collection by Robert Barnabas Brough offers a humorous and light-hearted approach to festive entertainment. Originally published in 1852, it serves as a charming resource for private Christmas parties, blending traditional and original pieces to enhance celebrations. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural significance of the work, making it a valuable addition to the literary landscape while ensuring accessibility for modern readers.

      A Cracker Bon-Bon For Christmas Parties
    • The Life of Sir John Falstaff

      With a Biography of the Knight from Authentic Sources

      • 258 páginas
      • 10 horas de lectura

      This fictional biography, published in 1858, creatively explores the life of one of Shakespeare's most vibrant characters. It is enriched by a series of inspired etchings that enhance the narrative, providing a unique visual and literary experience that brings the character to life in an engaging way. The book offers a whimsical yet insightful look into the personality and adventures of this beloved figure, blending art and storytelling seamlessly.

      The Life of Sir John Falstaff
    • Songs Of The Governing Classes, And Other Lyrics

      Written In A Seasonable Spirit Of Vulgar Declamation (1890)

      • 120 páginas
      • 5 horas de lectura

      Satirical in nature, this collection of poetry critiques the ruling classes of Victorian England, addressing social issues like poverty, inequality, and political corruption. Robert Barnabas Brough employs a witty and irreverent tone, crafting lively verses that emphasize rhyme and rhythm. The work reflects the discontent of the working classes and serves as a powerful commentary on the Victorian establishment. This facsimile reprint preserves the cultural significance of the original 1890 publication, offering insight into the era's poetic landscape.

      Songs Of The Governing Classes, And Other Lyrics
    • The Antigonos publishing house focuses on reprinting historical works to ensure their accessibility and preservation for future generations. By providing these books in good condition, they aim to maintain and celebrate cultural heritage, making significant historical literature available to the public.

      Camaralzaman and Badoura, or, The peri who loved the prince: In Two Acts
    • Which Is Which? Or Miles Cassidy's Contract v1

      A Picture Story (1860)

      • 292 páginas
      • 11 horas de lectura

      The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian text, preserving its historical significance and cultural importance. Given its age, it may feature imperfections like marks, notations, and flawed pages. The reprint aims to protect and promote classic literature by making it accessible in high-quality editions that remain true to the original work.

      Which Is Which? Or Miles Cassidy's Contract v1
    • Excerpt from Which Is Which? Or Miles Cassidy's Contract, Vol. 2: A Picture Story IN spite of Miles Cassidy's victorious attack on the cold mutton recorded in the last chapter, and the burst of energ he had displayed in resentment of Ted's injurious implications, our old friend was no longer, either physically or mentally, the powerful man he had once been. A sad change had come over him since his fruitless journey to London. He had re turned home greatly shaken and depressed; and from that date forward the visible decline of his faculties had been rapid and progressive. His hair was whitening fast. He had grown much thinner. The st00p his shoulders had increased. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

      Which Is Which? Or Miles Cassidy's Contract, Vol. 2