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Grass of Parnassus by Andrew Lang is a lyrical collection of poetry that captures the beauty of nature, the charm of mythology, and the poignancy of human emotion. Through elegant verse, Lang weaves themes of love, longing, and the fleeting nature of life into a timeless celebration of art and imagination.
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3.6 K • Nov 8, '24
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The Lady of Lyons by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a romantic melodrama set in 19th-century France, telling the story of a young woman, Pauline, who is torn between the affections of two men, while themes of love, honor, and social expectations unfold amidst moments of high emotion and tragic misunderstandings.
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4.8 K • Nov 8, '24
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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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4.6 K • Nov 8, '24
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The Small and the Mighty by Heather M. Ross follows small creatures who defy the odds to show that size doesn’t determine strength. The novel explores themes of courage, resilience, and the power of determination, celebrating how even the smallest can make a big impact.
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5.5 K • Jan 23, '25
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5.5 K • Jan 23, '25
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“Ghostroots” by ‘Pemi Aguda is a debut short story collection set in Lagos, Nigeria, blending the mundane with the supernatural. The twelve stories explore themes of inheritance, maternal lineage, and haunting legacies, often focusing on women grappling with familial and societal burdens. Aguda’s prose weaves unsettling yet deeply human narratives, where everyday life intersects with spectral presences. Notable stories include “Breastmilk,” which delves into…
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2.4 K • Apr 8, '25
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A world divided. A queendom without an heir. An ancient enemy awakens. The House of Berethnet has ruled Inys for a thousand years. Still unwed, Queen Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter to protect her realm from destruction—but assassins are getting closer to her door. Ead Duryan is an outsider at court. Though she has risen to the position of lady-in-waiting, she is…
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2.2 K • May 21, '25
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King of Thorns is the brutal and brilliant second installment in Mark Lawrence’s Broken Empire trilogy, following the infamous antihero Jorg Ancrath as he consolidates his stolen throne through blood and cunning. Years after seizing power in Prince of Thorns, Jorg now rules a fractured kingdom—but enemies close in from all sides: The Prince of Arrow, a golden rival commanding overwhelming forces The Dead King, whose necromantic hordes…
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2.2 K • Jul 23, '25
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In Never Let Me Go, Kazuo Ishiguro weaves a haunting and introspective tale set in an alternate-reality 1990s England, where Kathy H., a carer, reflects on her childhood at Hailsham, an idyllic yet unsettling boarding school. As Kathy reunites with her former classmates Ruth and Tommy, she confronts the dark truth about their existence: they are clones, created solely to provide organ donations for “normal”…
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Legends and Lyrics - First Series by Adelaide Anne Procter is a collection of lyrical poems that touch on themes of love, faith, and the human experience, written with emotional depth and spiritual insight. Published in the 19th century, the poems are known for their simplicity and beauty, resonating with readers through their tender reflections on life’s trials and virtues.
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