Planet of the Damned by Harry Harrison
Planet of the Damned is a science fiction novel by Harry Harrison, first published in 1962. The story revolves around Brion Brandd, a resident of the harsh, icy planet Anvhar.
Adventure
Science Fiction
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Plague Ship by Andre Norton
"Plague Ship," published in 1956, is a science fiction novel by Andre Norton. Known for her contributions to the genre, Norton weaves a tale of adventure and intrigue as the crew of the Solar Queen, a Galactic Free Trader spacer, navigates the complex and perilous trade dealings on the planet Sargol.
Fantasy
Literary Fiction
Paradise Regained by John Milton
"Paradise Regained," published in 1667, is John Milton's sequel to his more famous epic, "Paradise Lost." It captures the biblical story of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness by Satan, highlighting themes of obedience, faith, and the triumph of good over evil.
Literary Fiction
Satire
Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens
Our Mutual Friend by Charles Dickens, published in 1865, is a novel set against the backdrop of Victorian London. The story begins with a grim discovery in the River Thames.
Historical
Romance
North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell
"North and South," written by Elizabeth Gaskell and published in 1855, is a compelling tale of social conflict, class disparity, and romance set against the backdrop of the industrial revolution in Victorian England. The novel contrasts the industrial North and the agrarian South of England through the experiences of Margaret Hale.
Literary Fiction
Satire
My Man Jeeves by P.G. Wodehouse
"My Man Jeeves" is a collection of short stories by P.G. Wodehouse, published in 1919. Set in the early 20th century, it introduces readers to the delightful and humorous world of Bertie Wooster and his unflappable valet, Jeeves.
Historical
Satire
Middlemarch by George Eliot
"Middlemarch," authored by George Eliot (the pen name of Mary Anne Evans), is a profound exploration of provincial life in 19th-century England. Set in the fictional town of Middlemarch, the novel delves into the intricacies of social, political, and personal dynamics among a diverse cast of characters.
Psychological
Meno by Plato
“Meno” is a philosophical dialogue written by Plato, featuring Socrates and Meno as the main characters. The text delves into the nature of virtue, exploring whether it can be taught, acquired through practice, or is inherent by nature. The dialogue also introduces the concept of recollection, a cornerstone in Plato’s theory of knowledge. Plot Summary […]
Historical
Literary Fiction
Long Live the King! by Mary Roberts Rinehart
Long Live the King! by Mary Roberts Rinehart, set in a fictional European kingdom, presents a rich tapestry of court intrigue and the innocence of childhood juxtaposed with the heavy burden of royal duties.
Romance
Satire
Love’s Labour’s Lost by William Shakespeare
"Love's Labour's Lost" is a comedy by William Shakespeare, set in the court of Navarre, where King Ferdinand and his three noble companions take a vow to pursue scholarly studies and renounce the company of women for three years