Ouida
Maria Louise Ramé, going by the name Marie Louise de la Ramée and known by the pseudonym Ouida, was an English novelist. Ouida wrote more than 40 novels, as well as short stories, children's books and essays. Moderately successful, she lived a life of luxury, entertaining many of the literary figures of the day.
Bimbi: Stories for Children
When a boy's beloved, handcrafted stove is sold-off due to a family's financial struggles, he embarks on an unexpected, emotional journey to recover what was lost.
By Ouida
Findelkind
A naive boy's innocent quest to build a monastery and help others leads to heartbreaking consequences in a harsh world.
By Ouida
A Dog of Flanders
In a world of poverty and dreams, a boy and his dog prove that love and loyalty can shine even in the darkest of times.
By Ouida
A Rainy June, and Other Stories
Trapped between different worlds and expectations, a newly married couple must fight to keep their love alive amidst the dreary backdrop of an English summer.
By Ouida
Folle-Farine
Witness the journey of a mistreated young girl who is deemed worthless, as she struggles against cruelty and yearns for freedom.
By Ouida
Princess Napraxine, Volume 2 (of 3)
In a world of high society, a princess navigates passion, duty, and the echoes of past love, threatening to upend her carefully constructed life.
By Ouida
Critical Studies
** Explore late 19th-century voices as they dissect the artistic choices and public reception of influential writers.
By Ouida
Wanda, Vol. 3 (of 3)
In a world of Parisian high society, a marriage is put to the ultimate test as jealousy, betrayal, and hidden agendas threaten to destroy everything.
By Ouida
A Dog of Flanders, The Nürnberg Stove, and Other Stories
In a world of struggle and poverty, a boy and his devoted dog discover the strength of friendship, only to face heartbreaking trials that test their bond.
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Wisdom, Wit, and Pathos of Ouida Selected from the Works of Ouida
Experience the beauty and sadness of life through reflections on love, loss, and the enduring power of art.
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A House-Party, Don Gesualdo, and A Rainy June
Amidst lavish parties and marital discord, an English lord clashes with his wife over her choice of company, leading to a summer gathering filled with hidden tensions and social scrutiny.
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The Nürnberg Stove
A young boy braves a cold world to reclaim a beloved family heirloom, a beautiful stove, after it's sold to settle debts.
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The Massarenes
A family's pursuit of wealth and status plunges them into a world of social games, leaving one woman struggling to find her place amidst the cold hearts of the English elite.
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An altruist
In a world of wealth and indifference, a man's unwavering belief in selfless giving is tested when he unexpectedly inherits a fortune.
By Ouida
Views and Opinions
Explore a collection of essays from the 19th century where society's shallow values and restrictive customs are challenged, urging readers to break free and discover true beauty and originality.
By Ouida
Princess Napraxine, Volume 3 (of 3)
Amidst the glittering backdrop of Parisian society, a young countess battles the constraints of marriage and rumors from the past as she navigates her husband's emotional distance.
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The Waters of Edera
Amidst the beautiful scenery and ancient ruins, a compassionate girl and a kindred spirit struggle to find solace and connection in a world marked by poverty and cruelty.
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Othmar
Amidst elegant debates on love's true nature, a captivating relationship blossoms, testing the boundaries of passion and intellect.
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A Provence rose
: In a world of dreams and despair, a delicate flower witnesses a love unfold amidst poverty, war, and sacrifice.
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Wanda, Vol. 1 (of 3)
Amidst Russian landscapes and Austrian society, a grieving countess and a conflicted prince unknowingly move toward a shared destiny complicated by secrets and sorrow.
By Ouida