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When the World Tips Over by James F. Lawrence follows a group of characters facing societal collapse and personal crisis. As they navigate political upheaval and survival, the novel explores themes of resilience and the human spirit in times of uncertainty.-
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Weir of Hermiston by Robert Louis Stevenson is an unfinished novel set in 19th-century Scotland, following the story of a young man, Archie Weir, who grapples with the complex relationships between love, duty, and justice, while exploring themes of authority and rebellion.-
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Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov is a poignant and bittersweet play that explores themes of unfulfilled dreams, love, and the search for meaning in rural Russia. Set on a deteriorating estate, the story revolves around the lives of Uncle Vanya, his niece Sonya, and the arrival of Professor Serebryakov and his young wife Yelena, whose presence disrupts the household. As long-buried resentments and desires surface, the characters grapple with their frustrations, longings, and the harsh realities of life. With Chekhov’s masterful blend of humor and tragedy, Uncle Vanya captures the complexity of human emotions and the universal struggle for purpose and happiness.-
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In the next installment of the Throne of Glass series, follow Chaol Westfall on a sweeping journey of discovery and healing. While Aelin’s story takes her east, Chaol and Nesryn travel south to the legendary Torre Cesme in Antica. There, they seek allies for the war looming on the horizon—and healing for the wounds Chaol has suffered. But what they find in the southern…-
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“The Well of Ascension” picks up after the fall of the Lord Ruler, as Vin and Elend Venture struggle to bring stability to Luthadel, the capital city of the former Final Empire. But the vacuum of power left behind invites chaos, rival armies, and political factions who all want control of the city—and the power it holds. As political intrigue grows, Vin must come…-
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The Warden by Anthony Trollope is the first novel in the *Barsetshire Chronicles*, focusing on the moral and legal dilemmas faced by Reverend Septimus Harding, the warden of an almshouse, as he is embroiled in a public scandal over the fairness of his salary and the institution's finances.-
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The Three Taverns by Edwin Arlington Robinson is a poignant collection of poems that delves into themes of human longing, spiritual reflection, and the complexities of life. Published in 1920, the work showcases Robinson's masterful use of language and form to explore profound questions about existence, faith, and the human condition. With a blend of dramatic monologues and lyrical verse, the collection reflects Robinson's distinctive voice and his ability to capture the subtleties of emotion and thought, making it a timeless contribution to American poetry.-
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The Sea-Gull by Anton Chekhov is a poignant play that explores the complexities of love, ambition, and artistic aspiration, following the intertwined lives of a group of characters, including a young writer, a famous actress, and a disillusioned poet, whose personal and professional struggles lead to tragic outcomes.-
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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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The Raven by Edgar Allan Poe is a haunting narrative poem that tells the story of a grieving man visited by a mysterious raven. As the bird perches in his chamber, it speaks a single word, "Nevermore," driving the man into a spiral of despair and madness as he reflects on loss, longing, and the nature of mortality. Renowned for its melancholic tone, vivid imagery, and rhythmic language, the poem is a masterpiece of Gothic literature.-
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