Peter Holland 
Shakespeare Survey: Volume 62, Close Encounters with Shakespeare’s Text [PDF ebook] 

"Ringfield: A Novel" by S. Frances Harrison is a captivating tale set in late 19th century Canada, weaving together the lives of its characters against the backdrop of small-town life. The …

"Paste Jewels, Being Seven Tales of Domestic Woe" by John Kendrick Bangs is a collection of short stories that humorously explores the trials and tribulations of domestic life. Each tale fo …

"All for Love, or The World Well Lost" by John Dryden is a classic tragedy that delves into the tumultuous and tragic love affair between Antony and Cleopatra, set against a backdrop of pol …

"The Mistress of Bonaventure" by Harold Bindloss is an adventure novel set in the rugged Canadian wilderness, where the protagonist, a strong and determined woman, inherits a family legacy …

Dora Deane by Mary Jane Holmes is a notable work of 19th-century romantic fiction that delves into American domestic drama and family relationships. The novel centers on Dora Deane, focusing on her p …

"An Outcast, Or, Virtue and Faith" by Ann S. Stephens is a compelling novel that delves into themes of social exclusion and personal redemption within the context of Victorian society. The …

Rose, Blanche, and Violet Vol. III by George Henry Lewes concludes the romantic fiction trilogy set in 19th-century Victorian society. This volume continues the exploration of character evolution and …

"The Whirlpool: Part Second" by George Gissing continues to explore the complexities of Victorian society through its focus on economic struggle and class conflict. The novel delves deeper …

"The Path of Life" by Stijn Streuvels is a poignant and evocative novel that captures the essence of rural life in the Belgian countryside. Through vivid descriptions and deep reflections, …

"Witness for the Defence" by A.E.W. Mason is a gripping legal thriller set against the backdrop of British India. The novel centers on a dramatic courtroom trial where the stakes are high, …