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“Mistborn: The Final Empire” is the first book in Brandon Sanderson’s acclaimed fantasy trilogy. Set in a dystopian world where ash falls from the sky and mist dominates the night, the story follows a lowly street thief named Vin, who discovers she has powerful magical abilities known as Allomancy. In this world ruled for a thousand years by the immortal Lord Ruler, a small…-
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Gulliver of Mars by Edwin L. Arnold is a science fiction novel that follows the adventures of a man named Gulliver who, after a mysterious journey, finds himself stranded on Mars, where he encounters strange alien life forms, advanced civilizations, and a series of thrilling challenges that test his courage and intellect. The novel combines elements of adventure, exploration, and social commentary, drawing inspiration from Jonathan Swift's *Gulliver's Travels* while offering a unique take on interplanetary exploration.-
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The Bhagavad-Gita, a revered scripture in Hindu philosophy, is a spiritual dialogue between Prince Arjuna and Lord Krishna, set on the battlefield of Kurukshetra. Through this profound discourse, Krishna imparts timeless wisdom on duty, righteousness, selflessness, and the paths to spiritual liberation, blending philosophy, ethics, and devotion into a guide for living a meaningful life.-
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A Strange Disappearance by Anna Katherine Green is a mystery novel that follows detective Ebenezer Gryce as he investigates the baffling case of a woman’s sudden disappearance, uncovering secrets and puzzling clues along the way.-
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The Schoolmistress and Other Stories by Anton Chekhov is a poignant collection of short stories capturing the complexities of human nature, societal struggles, and the quiet tragedies of everyday life. With his characteristic wit and empathy, Chekhov explores themes of love, loneliness, and the fleeting nature of happiness.-
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Memories and Portraits by Robert Louis Stevenson is a heartfelt collection of essays that combines personal reminiscences with reflections on art, literature, and human experience. Published in 1887, the book offers an intimate glimpse into Stevenson’s life, including his childhood in Scotland, his love for travel, and his musings on relationships and creativity. With its elegant prose and thoughtful observations, the collection captures the charm and wisdom of one of literature’s most beloved storytellers, offering readers both inspiration and a deeper understanding of the author’s world.-
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A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara follows the complex lives of four friends in New York City, focusing particularly on Jude, whose traumatic past and struggles with pain, abuse, and love are gradually revealed.-
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Memoir of Fleeming Jenkin is a biography written by his friend and colleague, Sir William Kingdon Clifford, published posthumously in 1887. It chronicles the life of Fleeming Jenkin, a Scottish engineer, mathematician, and philosopher, highlighting his contributions to science, his intellectual pursuits, and his personal character. The memoir offers a portrait of a brilliant and dedicated scholar.-
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“Martyr!” is a thought-provoking poetry collection by Kaveh Akbar that explores themes of faith, spirituality, identity, and self-sacrifice. Through powerful, evocative language, Akbar delves into the internal conflict between religious devotion and the human experience, especially focusing on the concept of martyrdom—the tension between surrendering oneself for a cause and the self-affirmation of personal identity. Akbar uses his poems to interrogate the nature of…-
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A Court of Frost and Starlight is a bridging novella between A Court of Wings and Ruin and A Court of Silver Flames in Sarah J. Maas’s best-selling ACOTAR series. Set after the devastating war that reshaped the fae lands of Prythian, the story follows Feyre, Rhysand, and their inner circle as they adjust to a fragile peace and begin the process of rebuilding.…-
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