Gerhard Ulrich Books

Emma Woodhouse is perfectly content with her life and sees no need for either love or marriage. Nothing, however, delights her more than interfering in the romantic lives of others. But when she attempts to arrange a suitable match for her protegee Harriet Smith, her carefully laid plans soon unravel and have consequences that she never expected.

From fire-stealing Prometheus to scene-stealing Helen of Troy, from Jason and his golden fleece to Oedipus and his mother, this collection of classic tales from Greek mythology demonstrates the inexhaustible vitality of a timeless cultural legacy. These stories of heroes and powerful gods and goddesses are set forth simply and movingly, in language that retains the power and drama of the original works by Aeschylus, Sophocles, Euripides, and Homer. Introduction by Werner Jaeger With black-and-white illustrations throughout Part of the Pantheon Fairy Tale and Folklore Library

Set in a picturesque landscape, this novella explores themes of love, nostalgia, and the passage of time through the poignant story of a man's unfulfilled longing for a lost romance. The narrative captures the complexities of human emotions and the bittersweet nature of memory, showcasing Storm's lyrical prose. As the protagonist reflects on his past, the tale delves into the intersection of personal and universal experiences, making it a timeless piece of literature that resonates with readers across generations.

"Be on your guard … and take care not to fall in love!" In a charming German village, Werther, a sensitive and romantic young man, meets Lotte and falls deeply in love with her. Despite knowing she is engaged to Albert, Werther's passion for Lotte consumes him, leading to profound despair. This groundbreaking ‘confessional’ novel draws from Goethe’s own unrequited love for Charlotte Buff and the death of his friend Karl Wilhelm Jerusalem. It achieved immediate success, sparking a cult following, numerous imitations, and even criticism for its perceived endorsement of suicide. Goethe's poignant exploration of a young artist struggling against societal norms and his inability to navigate life is regarded as the first significant tragic novel in European literature. This edition features notes and an introduction by Michael Hulse, who delves into the novel's origins in Goethe's life and its influence on European culture. For over seventy years, Penguin has been a leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world, offering a diverse collection of over 1,700 titles that represent the finest works throughout history, enhanced by scholarly introductions and contemporary translations.

Unworldly young Effi Briest is married off to Baron von Innstetten, an austere and ambitious civil servant twice her age, who has little time for his new wife. Isolated and bored, Effi finds comfort and distraction in a brief liaison with Major Crampas, a married man with a dangerous reputation.

Barcelona. 1974. Círculo de Lectores. 20x13. 447p.