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Star Begotten by H.G. Wells

Star-Begotten is a thought-provoking science fiction novel by H.G. Wells, often considered a reflection on the anxieties of the modern age, particularly concerning the evolution and manipulation of humanity.

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July 2, 2024
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Biographical Historical

St. Francis of Assisi by Gilbert Keith Chesterton

In this profound and richly detailed biography, Gilbert Keith Chesterton explores the life and legacy of St. Francis of Assisi.

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July 2, 2024
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Literary Fiction Psychological

Siddhartha by Hermann Hesse

Hermann Hesse’s "Siddhartha" is a profound tale of self-discovery set in ancient India, during the time of the Buddha.

BY Celsius 233
July 2, 2024
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Historical Romance Satire

Shirley by Charlotte Brontë

"Shirley" by Charlotte Brontë, published in 1849, is a novel set in the turbulent times of the early 19th century during the industrial depression in England.

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July 2, 2024
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Psychological Satire

Riceyman Steps by Arnold Bennett

"Riceyman Steps" is a novel written by Arnold Bennett, first published in 1923. Set in the post-World War I era, the story unfolds in the Clerkenwell district of London, primarily revolving around the lives of the inhabitants of Riceyman Steps, a series of steps linking King's Cross Road to Riceyman Square.

BY Celsius 233
July 2, 2024
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Psychological Romance

Orlando: A Biography by Virginia Woolf

"Orlando: A Biography" by Virginia Woolf is a groundbreaking novel published in 1928. Renowned for its innovative narrative structure and exploration of gender and identity, the story follows the life of Orlando, a nobleman who miraculously lives for centuries, changing sex from man to woman.

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July 2, 2024
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Satire

Password Incorrect by Nick Name

"Password Incorrect" is a collection of humorous and satirical short stories by Nick Name about the absurdities and eccentricities of modern life, particularly through the lens of technology and digital culture.

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July 2, 2024
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Literary Fiction Romance Satire

Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens

"Oliver Twist," written by Charles Dickens, is a poignant novel published in 1837, exploring the life of an orphan, Oliver Twist, who navigates the harsh realities of 19th-century England.

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July 2, 2024
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Romance Satire Supernatural

Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen

"Northanger Abbey" is one of Jane Austen's beloved novels, first published posthumously in 1817. Set against the backdrop of the fashionable city of Bath and the eerie yet intriguing Northanger Abbey, the novel follows the journey of Catherine Morland, a young and naïve girl with a passion for Gothic novels.

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July 2, 2024
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Romance Satire

Lady Chatterley’s Lover by D.H. Lawrence

"Lady Chatterley's Lover," written by D.H. Lawrence, is a poignant and controversial novel that explores themes of class, love, and the human condition. Published in 1928, the book follows the journey of Constance Reid, also known as Lady Chatterley, as she navigates her constrained life in post-World War I England.