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Bruce by Albert Payson Terhune is a heartwarming novel about a loyal and courageous collie named Bruce, whose adventures and bond with his human companions showcase themes of bravery, love, and devotion. Set against a richly described backdrop, the story celebrates the enduring connection between humans and their canine companions.-
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In Brave New World, Aldous Huxley crafts a chilling vision of a dystopian future where society is engineered for stability and superficial happiness. Set in London, 2540 AD, humans are no longer born but grown in laboratories, genetically designed and psychologically conditioned to fit into rigid castes: Alphas, Betas, Gammas, Deltas, and Epsilons. The World State enforces conformity through: Soma: A drug that numbs emotions…-
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Books and Bookmen is a delightful collection of essays by Andrew Lang, originally published in the late 19th century. This work captures Lang's reflections on books, libraries, and the people who cherish them. He covers a range of topics, from rare book collecting and literary anecdotes to the joys of reading and the quirks of bibliophiles. Known for his wit and erudition, Lang offers insights into the world of books with humor, reverence, and a touch of irony. This work remains a charming read for anyone passionate about literature, book history, and the culture surrounding books.-
4.9 K • Nov 8, '24
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Blood & Honey is the second book in the Serpent & Dove trilogy, a YA fantasy romance series set in a richly imagined, witch-filled version of 19th-century France. The story continues the tumultuous journey of Louise “Lou” Le Blanc, a fiery witch, and Reid Diggory, a devout Chasseur (witch hunter), whose forced marriage in Book 1 (Serpent & Dove) upended both their lives. As war between witches…-
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Black House is the long-awaited sequel to The Talisman, reuniting readers with Jack Sawyer—now a retired LAPD detective living in small-town Wisconsin. But when a series of gruesome child murders plague the community, Jack is drawn back into the horrors of the Territories, the alternate universe he once traversed as a boy. Teaming up with an aging biker named Henry Leyden and a boy with supernatural…-
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Black Beauty by Anna Sewell is a classic novel told from the perspective of a horse, recounting his experiences with both kind and cruel owners while highlighting the importance of kindness and humane treatment of animals.-
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Be Ready When the Luck Happens by David J. Weiner is a memoir about how preparation, perseverance, and luck shaped the author's life and success. Through personal stories, Weiner explores the role of timing and resilience in achieving dreams.-
4.9 K • Jan 23, '25
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Ban and Arrière-Ban by George Meredith is a historical novel set in the medieval period, blending romance, adventure, and intrigue as it follows the lives of knights and noble families. The story explores themes of loyalty, honor, and personal conflict, focusing on the complex relationships between its characters as they navigate societal expectations and the challenges of chivalric duty. The novel's title refers to the medieval French legal terms for summoning all able-bodied men to arms, reflecting the novel's focus on military and familial obligations.-
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Aucassin and Nicolete is a medieval French chanson de geste that tells the romantic and adventurous story of Aucassin, a nobleman, and Nicolete, a beautiful Saracen captive, as they endure trials, separation, and danger in their quest to be together, blending elements of love, adventure, and humor.-
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At the Earth's Core by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a science fiction adventure that follows the journey of an explorer, David Innes, and his companion, Abner Perry, who travel deep beneath the Earth's surface to discover a prehistoric world filled with strange creatures, ancient civilizations, and thrilling dangers.-
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