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Demian by Hermann Hesse “Demian: The Story of Emil Sinclair’s Youth” is a novel by Hermann Hesse, first published in 1919 under the pseudonym Emil Sinclair. The book is a profound exploration of self-discovery, spirituality, and the duality of human…
The Possessed / The Devils by Fyodor Dostoyevsky “The Possessed,” also known as “The Devils” or “Demons,” is a novel by the Russian author Fyodor Dostoyevsky. It was first published in 1872 and is considered one of his major works.…
History of Tom Jones, a Foundling by Henry Fielding “The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling” is a novel by Henry Fielding, first published in 1749. It is considered one of the greatest comic novels in English literature and a…
My Life — Volume 1 by Richard Wagner “My Life — Volume 1” is the autobiography of the German composer Richard Wagner, one of the most influential figures in Western music history. The autobiography provides insight into Wagner’s early life,…
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” is a beloved novel by Lewis Carroll, first published in 1865. It is known for its imaginative narrative, whimsical characters, and the playful use of logic and language. The…
The Adventures of Roderick Random by T. Smollett “The Adventures of Roderick Random” is a novel by Tobias Smollett, first published in 1748. It is one of the earliest examples of the picaresque novel in English literature, depicting the adventures…
The Expedition of Humphry Clinker by T. Smollett “The Expedition of Humphry Clinker” is a novel by Tobias Smollett, first published in 1771. It is Smollett’s last novel and is considered one of his best works. The book is notable…
Cranford by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell “Cranford” is a novel by Elizabeth Cleghorn Gaskell, first published in 1851. It is a charming and affectionate portrayal of life in a small English village, focusing on the lives of its predominantly female inhabitants.…
The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom — Complete by T. Smollett “The Adventures of Ferdinand Count Fathom” is a novel by Tobias Smollett, first published in 1753. It is a picaresque novel that follows the life and misadventures of its…
Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley “Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus” is a novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, first published in 1818. It is one of the earliest examples of science fiction and has become a classic…
The Blue Castle: a novel by L. M. Montgomery “The Blue Castle” is a novel by L. M. Montgomery, first published in 1926. Known for her “Anne of Green Gables” series, Montgomery steps into adult fiction with this charming and…
The Enchanted April by Elizabeth Von Arnim “The Enchanted April” is a novel by Elizabeth von Arnim, first published in 1922. It is a charming and humorous story about four women who transform their lives by spending a month in…
CHAPTER 16 : Part 2 – Shogun “I’ll visit Lord Kiyama the day after tomorrow,” he said, naming a deadline. “But the contagion? I’d never forgive myself if anything happened to you while you’re here in Osaka, my…
CHAPTER 16 : Part 1 – Shogun “Perhaps it would have been better to consult me before removing my prisoner from my jurisdiction, Lord Ishido,” Toranaga was saying. “The barbarian was in the common prison with common people.…
CHAPTER 15 : Part 2 – Shogun All the swords of his men sang out of their scabbards. At his order one of the bandits stationed himself behind Blackthorne, his sword raised and readied, and again the leader harangued the…
CHAPTER 15 : Part 1 – Shogun In the utter silence, Blackthorne got to his feet. “Thy confession, my son, say it quickly.” “I—I don’t think—I—” Blackthorne realized through his dulled mind that he was speaking English,…
CHAPTER 14 : Part 3 – Shogun The old monk closed his eyes, prayed, and cried himself to sleep. Much as he wished it, Blackthorne could not sleep though night had come. His flesh crawled from the lice bites.…
CHAPTER 14 : Part 2 – Shogun “Come with me, my son.” Without waiting, the monk hobbled down the cage, through the mass of men, into the gloom. Blackthorne hesitated, not wanting to leave his place. Then he got…
CHAPTER 14 : Part 1 – Shogun For Blackthorne it was a hellish dawn. He was locked in a death battle with a fellow convict. The prize was a cup of gruel. Both men were naked. Whenever a convict was…
CHAPTER 13 : Part 2 – Shogun “Good night, Tora-sama. Sweet dreamlessness.” She bowed to him and to Hiro-matsu and then she was gone. They sipped their tea appreciatively. Toranaga said, “I’m always sorry we never had a…