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Fantastic Fables by Ambrose Bierce is a collection of sharp, satirical, and darkly humorous fables that offer biting commentary on human nature, politics, and societal norms through clever, allegorical tales filled with irony and wit.-
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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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Elon Musk*= by Walter Isaacson is a biography that delves into the life and career of the tech entrepreneur, exploring his visionary projects, personal struggles, and role in shaping industries like electric vehicles, space exploration, and AI.-
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"I Cheerfully Refuse" is a novel by Leif Enger, published on April 2, 2024. Set in a near-future America marked by societal collapse and environmental challenges, the story follows Rainy, a musician who embarks on a journey across Lake Superior in search of his beloved wife, Lark, a bookseller who has recently passed away. As Rainy navigates the treacherous waters, he encounters a society plagued by illiteracy, a corrupt ruling class, and crumbling infrastructure. Along the way, he forms unexpected alliances, including with a young girl named Sol, and becomes an inadvertent symbol of resistance against the oppressive forces that dominate this dystopian landscape. The novel explores themes of love, loss, resilience, and the enduring power of storytelling.-
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Long Island is a 2024 novel by Colm Tóibín, which serves as a continuation of his critically acclaimed novel Brooklyn. The story follows the life of Eilis Lacey, now in her 40s, living on Long Island with her husband Tony Fiorello and their two teenage children. Despite her years in America, Eilis has remained deeply connected to her Irish roots and has never returned…-
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All the Light We Cannot See is a beautifully written historical novel that tells the parallel stories of Marie-Laure, a blind French girl, and Werner, a German orphan and gifted radio technician, whose paths converge during World War II in the occupied French town of Saint-Malo. Marie-Laure flees Paris with her father as the Nazis invade, carrying a mysterious and potentially cursed diamond from…-
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The Talisman is a monumental dark fantasy epic that follows 12-year-old Jack Sawyer on a harrowing quest across two worlds: our own and the fantastical Territories, a parallel realm of magic and monsters. When Jack’s dying mother reveals the existence of a mystical artifact—the Talisman—he embarks on a cross-country journey to retrieve it, hoping its power can save her life. From the grim alleys of…-
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The Crime of Sylvestre Bonnard by Anatole France is a charming and philosophical novel that tells the story of Sylvestre Bonnard, a kind-hearted and scholarly antiquarian whose passion for rare books leads him into unexpected adventures. Through Bonnard’s reflections and actions, the novel explores themes of love, justice, and morality, often with subtle humor and irony. France’s elegant prose and insightful observations create a rich portrait of a man whose intellectual pursuits are intertwined with his humanity, earning the book the prestigious Prix Goncourt in 1905.-
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Tales of Troy by Andrew Lang is a retelling of the ancient Greek myths surrounding the Trojan War, including the stories of heroes like Achilles, Hector, and Odysseus, as well as the legendary events leading up to and following the fall of Troy, presented in a captivating and accessible narrative style for young readers.-
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The Prisoner of Zenda, written by Anthony Hope in 1894, is a classic adventure novel set in the fictional kingdom of Ruritania. The story follows Englishman Rudolf Rassendyll, who resembles the Ruritanian king so closely that he is drawn into a plot to impersonate him after the king is kidnapped by a scheming duke. Rassendyll must navigate court intrigue, romance, and daring escapades to save the king and protect the throne. This swashbuckling tale of honor, deception, and courage is filled with suspense and has become a beloved example of romantic adventure fiction, inspiring multiple adaptations.-
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