Marie Corelli

Marie Corelli, born in 1855 in London, was a prolific British novelist whose work captivated readers during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Often considered one of the first bestselling female authors, Corelli's novels combined elements of romance, mysticism, and social commentary, appealing to a wide audience. Her unique style and vivid storytelling made her a beloved figure, and she gained a devoted following, often drawing comparisons to contemporaries like Oscar Wilde and Thomas Hardy.

Corelli's most notable works include "A Romance of Two Worlds" and "The Sorrows of Satan," where she explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition. Her writing not only entertained but also provoked thought on societal norms and philosophical questions. As you dive into her rich library of stories, you'll discover a world where passion and imagination intertwine. Explore her works in the app and experience the charm of Corelli's literary legacy for yourself.

A Romance of Two Worlds

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Marie Corelli



The book starts with a young heroine telling her story of coping with a debilitating illness that includes depression and thoughts of suicid…

The Secret Power

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This Marie Corelli novel falls in the realm of fantasy and science fiction with a steampunk element. The story centers around Morgana Royal,…

The Sorrows of Satan - Or, the Strange Experience of One Geoffrey Tempest, Millionaire

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In this 1895 Faustian novel by British author Marie Corelli, we follow the journey of Geoffrey Tempest. Initially a starving and penniless w…

The Young Diana

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Poor Diana May. Her fiancé has jilted her, her parents think she is an encumbrance and no one recognises her intelligence. She seems …

Ziska

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The story revolves around the mysterious Princess Ziska, who captivates a set of European tourists who are spending time in exotic Egypt. Th…

Stories by English Authors: London

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F. Anstey, J. M. Barrie, Marie Corelli, Beatrice Harraden, Arthur Morrison, Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch and Israel Zangwill



This book collects seven short stories by some of England's best turn-of-the-(last)-century's writers. The collection begins with the humor …

The Life Everlasting: A Reality of Romance

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Marie Corelli's book The Life Everlasting examines the world of past lives, mysticism, secret societies and twin souls against a backdrop of…

The Strange Visitation

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The Strange Visitation is a Christmas ghost story in the spirit of Dickens' A Christmas Carol. It was commissioned by the Strand as a supple…

Ardath

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Victorian-era writer Marie Corelli’s epic work Ardath, The Story of a Dead Self, is filled with supernatural and gothic themes. We meet The…

The Murder of Delicia

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The following slight and unelaborated sketch of a very commonplace and everyday tragedy will, I am aware, meet with the unqualified disappro…