Henry Fielding (1707-1754) was an English novelist and dramatist known for his rich, earthy humour and satirical prowess. «The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling» is his popular comic novel. It tells the story of Tom Jones, a gallant and irresistible young man. After being betrayed by jealous relatives, Tom is exiled from home and must undergo a variety of trials in his quest to be reunited with his one true love. Filled with mischief and adventure, this book is one of the most clever and witty novels ever written.

Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was an English novelist of the Victorian era. Among his best-known works is a series of novels collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, which revolves around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. «The Golden Lion of Granpere» was written when Trollope was at the height of his popularity. The novel concerns the events in the lives of an innkeeper’s family; the relationship between George Voss, the landlord’s son, and his beloved Marie, the rivalry between Voss and another suitor for Marie’s hand in marriage, and the results of a betrothal based on mutual misunderstandings.

Anthony Trollope (1815-1882) was an English novelist of the Victorian era. Among his best-known works is a series of novels collectively known as the Chronicles of Barsetshire, which revolves around the imaginary county of Barsetshire. «Castle Richmond» is the third of five Trollope’s novels set in Ireland. The plot of the novel features the competition of two Protestant cousins of English origin, Owen Fitzgerald and Herbert Fitzgerald, for the hand of Clara Desmond, the noble but impoverished daughter of the widowed Countess of Desmond.

Лора вызвалась гулять с соседским щенком, о котором хозяйке некогда заботиться. Маленький кинг-чарльз-спаниель привязался к девочке, а уж как полюбила его Лора!.. Но хозяйка щенка скоро уедет. Что же будет с Генри? И как Лоре пережить разлуку? В этой книге-билингве русский перевод расположен напротив английского текста, так что следить за сюжетом будет легко. Интересные обороты и сложные грамматические конструкции поясняются в постраничных сносках-комментариях. С любимыми историями английский изучать легко и интересно!