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Jane Eyre, a classic novel by Charlotte Brontë, tells the story of a young orphaned girl’s personal journey toward self-discovery, love, and independence in 19th-century England. Through its vividly drawn characters, compelling narrative, and exploration of themes such as social …
The Beautiful and Damned, written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and published in 1922, is a novel that offers a scathing critique of the excesses and moral decay of the Jazz Age. Set in New York City during the 1920s, the …
David Copperfield, published in 1850, is often considered Charles Dickens’ most autobiographical novel, offering a comprehensive view of the traditional English society of Dickens’ time. The story is narrated in the first person and follows the life of David Copperfield, …
Great Expectations is a bildungsroman written by Charles Dickens, chronicling the life of the protagonist, Pip, as he navigates the complexities of Victorian society. Set in the early to mid-19th century, the novel follows Pip’s journey from childhood to adulthood, …
Raise High the Roof Beam, Carpenters and Seymour: An Introduction is a collection of two novellas by the acclaimed American author J.D. Salinger, who is best known for his groundbreaking novel The Catcher in the Rye. Published in 1963, these …
Nine Stories is a collection of short stories by J.D. Salinger, a critically acclaimed author best known for his novel The Catcher in the Rye. The nine stories in this collection, which were originally published between 1948 and 1953, showcase …
The Richest Man in Babylon, first published in 1926, is a classic work on personal finance and wealth-building by George S. Clason. The book offers timeless wisdom and practical advice on financial management, investing, and achieving financial independence, all presented …