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The Jewel of Seven Stars by Bram Stoker

"The Jewel of Seven Stars" by Bram Stoker, published in 1903, is a gripping tale that combines elements of horror, mystery, and the supernatural. The story follows young barrister Malcolm Ross as he is drawn into a terrifying mystery involving the famous Egyptologist Abel Trelawny, who has fallen into a deep, inexplicable coma.

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September 19, 2024
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Adventure Science Fiction

The Land That Time Forgot by Edgar Rice Burroughs

"The Land That Time Forgot" by Edgar Rice Burroughs, published in 1918, is a science fiction novel that combines elements of adventure and prehistoric fantasy. The story is framed as a manuscript discovered in a thermos bottle, detailing the extraordinary journey of the protagonist, Bowen J. Tyler, during World War I.

BY Celsius 233
September 19, 2024
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Supernatural

The Lair of the White Worm by Bram Stoker

"The Lair of the White Worm" is a horror novel written by Bram Stoker, published in 1911. Known primarily for his masterpiece "Dracula," Stoker ventures into the dark recesses of English folklore and mythology with this novel.

BY Celsius 233
September 19, 2024
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Literary Fiction Satire

The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton

"The House of Mirth," published in 1905, is a novel by Edith Wharton that delves into the life of Lily Bart, a young woman navigating the treacherous waters of New York's high society.

BY Celsius 233
September 19, 2024
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Psychological Satire

The Gambler by Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Gambler is a compelling novella by Fyodor Dostoevsky, published in 1867, that delves into the addictive nature of gambling and its impact on individuals.

BY Celsius 233
September 19, 2024
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Supernatural

The Haunter of the Dark by H.P. Lovecraft

"The Haunter of the Dark," written by H.P. Lovecraft in 1936, is a tale of cosmic horror set in the city of Providence, Rhode Island. It revolves around Robert Blake, a writer and painter drawn to the eerie and the occult.

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September 19, 2024
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Literary Fiction Supernatural

The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain by Charles Dickens

“The Haunted Man and the Ghost’s Bargain,” published in 1848, is a supernatural novella by Charles Dickens. It explores the themes of memory, forgiveness, and the human condition. This story is set during the Christmas season, a time Dickens often used to reflect on humanity’s complex emotional landscape. The narrative follows Mr. Redlaw, a chemist […]

BY Celsius 233
September 19, 2024
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Adventure

The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe

"The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe," published in 1719, is Daniel Defoe's sequel to the famous "Robinson Crusoe." This story resumes the adventures of the iconic character, now restless and yearning for more exploration despite his previous sufferings.

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September 19, 2024
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Historical Psychological

The Fox by D.H. Lawrence

The Fox by D.H. Lawrence, published in 1923, is a tale set in the rural English countryside during the aftermath of World War I. The story delves into the lives of two women living in seclusion on a struggling farm, their encounter with a young soldier.

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September 19, 2024
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Mystery

The Donnington Affair by Gilbert Keith Chesterton

"The Donnington Affair" is a detective mystery penned by Gilbert Keith Chesterton, first published in 1914. The story involves a tangled web of crime, false identities, and the astute observations of Chesterton's famous sleuthing priest, Father Brown.