Arthur Quiller-Couch
Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch was a British writer who published using the pseudonym Q. Although a prolific novelist, he is remembered mainly for the monumental publication The Oxford Book of English Verse 1250–1900 and for his literary criticism. He influenced many who never met him, including American writer Helene Hanff, author of 84, Charing Cross Road and its sequel, Q's Legacy. His The Oxford Book of English Verse was a favourite of John Mortimer's fictional character Horace Rumpole.
On The Art of Reading
Explore the early 20th century and learn how to truly understand and appreciate books.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Brother Copas
** Within a peculiar society, a sharp-witted and provocative resident's presence ignites conflicts of faith, class, and personal drama.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
The Warwickshire Avon
Embark on a historic river journey through picturesque landscapes, where natural beauty intertwines with tales of battles and serene countryside reflections.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Charles Dickens and other Victorians
Explore the world of Victorian literature through the lens of one of its greatest writers, as his life is painted and analyzed amidst the backdrop of a rapidly changing world.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Old Fires and Profitable Ghosts: A Book of Stories
When echoes of yesterday break through the present, some lives are reignited and others are consumed.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
From a Cornish Window A New Edition
Gaze out over a Cornish harbor and ponder the meaning of existence with an author who blends humor and poetry into his critical observations of life, art, and politics.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
The Mayor of Troy
In a small Cornish town, a beloved mayor confronts a possible French invasion by leading the quirky community with charisma and humor.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Shining Ferry
In a world of duty and tradition, a prominent man confronts inner turmoil.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Adventures in Criticism
Explore the world of English literature through insightful essays that celebrate artistry while encouraging critical thought.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
True Tilda
A spirited circus girl, healing from an accident, embarks on a mission to fulfill a promise to a dying woman and possibly find her own place in the world.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
News from the Duchy
** In a collection of stories set in Cornwall, a peculiar vision experienced by a narrator leads to comical and eye-opening encounters, revealing the heart of rural life.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Dead Man's Rock
When a strange will unlocks generations of secrets and legends, one man must face treachery and supernatural forces to find a priceless gem and his own destiny.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Hocken and Hunken A Tale of Troy
A retired sea captain seeks companionship and belonging as he navigates small-town life and rekindles old friendships.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Foe-Farrell
Amidst war, a soldier recounts the tale of a brilliant but mysterious friend and an enigmatic drowning, weaving a narrative of brotherhood tested by personal demons and the harsh realities of conflict.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Lady Good-for-Nothing: A Man's Portrait of a Woman
Amidst social expectations and coastal drama, a customs collector and a young girl find their lives intertwined in a tale of reputation, identity, and virtue.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Major Vigoureux
In an isolated outpost, an officer struggles to reconcile his sense of duty with the follies of command and the eccentricities of island life.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Sir John Constantine Memoirs of His Adventures At Home and Abroad and Particularly in the Island of Corsica: Beginning with the Year 1756
A Cornish gentleman defies expectations, leading to an unforeseen Corsican adventure and his son’s unexpected rise to royalty.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
The Delectable Duchy
Discover a land of captivating tales, where local traditions and enchanting landscapes shape the lives and loves of the unforgettable people who call it home.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
Poetry
Explore the beauty where human emotion meets the universe through art.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch
The Westcotes
** In early 19th-century England, the lives of three siblings are disrupted by war, social expectations, and the surprising arrival of romance.
By Arthur Quiller-Couch