'Love Through the Eras' encapsulates not only a vast temporal sweep but also a rich tapestry of literary styles and thematic depth, encompassing seventy historical romances penned by a constellation of great authors. From the nuanced realism of Jane Austen's Regency England to the dramatic passions of Alexandre Dumas' France and beyond, the anthology celebrates love's multifaceted expressions across different societies and epochs. Each narrative, unique in its own right, coalesces into a comprehensive exploration of romance, societal norms, and the human condition, offering readers an exquisite dive into the realms of emotional and historical complexity. The stellar array of authors contributing to this monumental collection brings together luminaries like Leo Tolstoy, Edith Wharton, and the Brontë sisters, each of whom has significantly shaped the literary landscape with their distinct voices and era-defining stories. These writers not only mirror the societal sentiments and cultural shifts of their times but also influence and represent pivotal movements in literature-from Romanticism to Realism and early feminist discourse. The anthology thus serves as a dense tapestry, reflecting the intricate interplay of social mores, personal aspirations, and the eternal search for emotional resonance through centuries. 'Love Through the Eras' offers readers an unmatched opportunity to traverse the rich emotional and scenic landscapes of historical romance literature, tied together by the universal theme of love. The diversity of authors and periods represented in this collection makes it an invaluable resource for both enthusiasts of historical romance and scholars exploring the evolution of literary forms and themes. This anthology promises not just stories of love, but a profound narrative on the shifts in human connection and cultural contexts, making it a cornerstone collection for anyone keen to understand the pulse and shifts of romantic literature through ages.



Zusammenfassung
Discover the love, passion and heartbreak through the ages in this collection of carefully selected historical romance novels which will transport you to the time of Ancient Egypt, Medieval Castles, Renaissance Cities, Regency Social Circles and Parisian Belle Époque:Uarda: A Romance of Ancient Egypt (Georg Ebers)The New Abelard: Love in the Times of Cathedrals (Robert Williams Buchanan)Hildebrand: The Days of Queen Elizabeth (Anonymous)Love-at-Arms (Rafael Sabatini)The Cloister and the Hearth (Charles Reade)The Princess of Cleves (Madame de La Fayette)The Forest Lovers (Maurice Hewlett)Malcolm (George MacDonald)Scarlet Letter: Love in the Colonial Period (Nathaniel Hawthorne)The Wild Irish Girl (Lady Sydney Morgan)The Dark Mile (D. K. Broster)Sophia (Stanley John Weyman)Paul and Virginia (Bernardin de Saint-Pierre)Memoirs of Emma Courtney (Mary Hays)The History of Miss Betsy Thoughtless (Eliza Haywood)Olinda's Adventures (Cockburn)Belinda (Maria Edgeworth)Dangerous Liaisons (De Laclos)Evelina (Fanny Burney)Pamela TrilogyMary (Mary Wollstonecraft)First Love (Mrs. Loudon)Jane Austen:Pride & PrejudiceSense & SensibilityMansfield ParkEmmaPersuasionMiss Marjoribanks & Phoebe, Junior (Mrs. Olifant)Vanity Fair (Thackeray)Mr. Rowl (D. K. Broster)The Battle of the Strong (Gilbert Parker)Kitty Alone (Sabine Baring-Gould)Sentimental Education (Gustave Flaubert)Lady Anna (Anthony Trollope)The Manoeuvring Mother (Lady Charlotte Bury)Ramona (Helen Hunt Jackson)Jane Eyre (Charlotte Brontë)Wuthering Heights (Emily Brontë)The Tenant of Wildfell Hall (Anne Brontë)The Lady of the Camellias (Alexandre Dumas)The Portrait of a Lady (Henry James)Anna Karenina (Leo Tolstoy)The Age of Innocence (Edith Wharton)Tess of the d'Urbervilles (Thomas Hardy)Bel Ami (Guy de Maupassant)The Squatter and the DonThe Four Feathers (A. E. W. Mason)The Miranda Trilogy (Grace Livingston Hill)The Great Gatsby (F. Scott Fitzgerald)