Bøker av John Howard Payne

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

Set in Geneva in the early 19th century, Therese: The Orphan of Geneva tells the story of a young orphan girl who is taken in by a wealthy family and raised alongside their own children. As Therese grows up, she struggles to find her place in the world and reconcile her feelings for a young man who belongs to a different social class. This classic novel is a moving tale of love, loss, and the power of human connection.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Set in the idyllic landscape of Milan, Italy, 'Clari; or, The Maid of Milan' follows the story of a young, hopeful singer striving for a better life. Filled with music, romance, and drama, Payne's classic play is a must-read for fans of opera and musical theater.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This series collects the complete scripts of 100 selected, previously unpublished plays by 19th-century American playwrights. Volume 5 features John Howard Payne's "Trial Without Jury," "Mount Savage," "The Boarding Schools," "The Two Sons-in-Law," "Mazeppa," and "The Spanish Husband."