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Worldly Ways and Byways by Eliot Gregory is a collection of essays published in 1898 that humorously critiques social etiquette, cultural norms, and the manners of the late 19th century. Gregory offers witty commentary on topics such as American versus European manners, the superficiality of certain social customs, and the influence of wealth on society. The essays, written in a light-hearted and satirical tone, provide an insightful glimpse into the social mores of the Gilded Age, making it both a delightful and thought-provoking read on human nature and social sophistication.-
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In Wish You Were Here, bestselling author Jodi Picoult delivers a gripping and emotionally resonant novel set against the backdrop of a global pandemic. The story follows Diana O’Toole, a young art specialist on the brink of her dream career and a planned romantic getaway with her surgeon boyfriend. But when the pandemic upends their plans, Diana finds herself stranded alone on the Galápagos Islands—a…-
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In White Gold Wielder, the devastating conclusion to The Second Chronicles of Thomas Covenant, the fate of the Land hangs by a thread. Thomas Covenant, wielding the apocalyptic power of white gold, must finally confront Lord Foul—but at what cost? The Corruption of Power: Covenant’s wild magic threatens to destroy the very world he seeks to save. Linden Avery’s Choice: Torn between love and duty, Linden…-
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Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens tells the story of Kya Clark, a young woman raised in isolation in the swamps of North Carolina, as she becomes entangled in a mysterious murder investigation while navigating themes of abandonment, survival, and nature.-
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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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