Literature

A Child's Garden of Verses by Robert Louis Stevenson

Here is a delightful look at childhood, written by master poet and storyteller Robert Louis Stevenson. In this collection of sixty-six poems, Stevenson recalls the joys of his childhood, from sailing boats down a river, to waiting for the lamplighter, to sailing off to foreign lands in his imagination.

A Confession by Leo Tolstoy

A Confession -- an essay by Leo Tolstoy on his religious thoughts -- shows the great author in process of looking for answers to profound questions that trouble all who take them on: "What will come of my life?" and "What is the meaning of life?" these are questions whose answers were an absolute requirement for Tolstoy.

A Dog's Tale by Mark Twain

For deft plotting, riotous inventiveness, unforgettable characters, and language that brilliantly captures the lively rhythms of American speech, no American writer comes close to Mark Twain. This sparkling anthology covers the entire span of Twainâ€s inimitable yarn-spinning, from his early broad comedy to the biting satire of his later years.

A Doll's House by Henrik Ibsen

A Doll's House (1879), is a masterpiece of theatrical craft which, for the first time portrayed the tragic hypocrisy of Victorian middle class marriage on the stage. The play ushered in a new social era and "exploded like a bomb into contemporary life".

Aesop's Fables by Aesop

The fables of Aesop have become one of the most enduring traditions of European culture, ever since they were first written down nearly two millennia ago. Aesop was reputedly a tongue-tied slave who miraculously received the power of speech; from his legendary storytelling came the collections of prose and verse fables scattered throughout Greek and Roman literature.

A Haunted House by Virginia Woolf

Through its exploration of the idea of home and the memories associated with it, A Haunted House delves into the complexities of human relationships and the impact of history on individual identity. The story invites readers to reflect on the connections between love, memory, and the ephemeral nature of existence, making it a rich and evocative piece of literature.

A Hero of Our Time by Mikhail Lermontov

A Hero of Our Time is celebrated for its innovative narrative structure, psychological depth, and lyrical prose, making it a pivotal work that has influenced later literary movements and continues to resonate with readers today.

A House of Pomegranates by Oscar Wilde

A House of Pomegranates is a collection of whimsical short stories by Oscar Wilde. This collection includes the following tales: "The Young King" "The Birthday of the Infanta" "The Fisherman and his Soul" "The Star-child" Readers of all ages will be delighted by these fanciful tales.

A Hunger Artist by Franz Kafka

The last book published during Kafka's lifetime, A Hunger Artist (1924) explores many of the themes that were close to him: spiritual poverty, asceticism, futility, and the alienation of the modern artist.

Ajax by Sophocles

Ajax is regarded as one of Sophocles's most powerful works, showcasing his mastery of character development and exploration of timeless themes, making it a significant contribution to the canon of ancient Greek drama.

A Journal of the Plague Year by Daniel Defoe

Actually written sixty years after the plague of 1665 swept through London, Defoe brings the city to life in all of its hardship and fear. With a wealth of detail, "A Journal of the Plague Year" seems almost a firsthand account, taking readers through the neighborhoods, houses, and streets that have drastically changed with the rising death toll.

Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington

Alice Adams, the daughter of middle-class parents, wants desperately to belong with the people of "high society" who live in her town. Ultimately, her ambitions are tempered by the realities of her situation, which she learns to accept with grace and style. Alice's resiliency of spirit makes her one of Booth Tarkington's most compelling characters. A fascinating story that won the Pulitzer Prize.