A collection of the author's most characteristic stories portrays life in nineteenth century France.

For days and days, nights and nights, I had dreamed of that first kiss which was to consecrate our engagement, and I knew not on what spot I should put my lips. Not on her forehead, that was accustomed to family caresses, nor on her light hair, which mercenary hands had dressed, nor on her eyes, whose curling lashes looked like little wings, because that would have made me think of the farewell caress which closes the eyelids of some dead woman whom...

Paul, a young idealistic would-be intellectual, struggles to forge a relationship with incipient pop star Madeleine in 1960s Paris.

"These fourteen tales, plays and poems, gleaned from cultures around the world, range from comic to deathly serious, from New England reserve to Gallic passion. This volume of late-night listening is a witch's brew of readings and dramatizations seasoned tastefully with music and sound effects." --container.

Presents sixteen scripts adapted from classic works of English literature, including "Little Women," "The Necklace," and "Frankenstein," and offers easy dialogue, prop suggestions, and background information.

A collection of love stories and love story excerpts from classic literary works.