404 Results with the "Literary" genre


    • Wish You Were Here: Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin 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…
    • My Sister’s Keeper Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin Anna Fitzger­ald is an 11-year-old girl who was ​genet­i­cal­ly engi­neered​ to be a per­fect med­ical match for her old­er sis­ter, Kate, who suf­fers from leukemia. After years of donat­ing blood, bone mar­row, and organs to keep Kate alive, Anna hires a lawyer to sue her par­ents for ​med­ical eman­ci­pa­tion—the right to con­trol her own body. The law­suit forces the fam­i­ly to con­front painful truths…
    • The Book of Love Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin **Kel­ly Link’s debut nov­el, The Book of Love, is a genre-defy­ing blend of fan­ta­sy, com­ing-of-age nar­ra­tive, and explo­ration of love in its many forms. Set in the pecu­liar sea­side town of Lovesend, Mass­a­chu­setts, the sto­ry fol­lows three teenagers—Laura, Daniel, and Mo—who return from the dead under mys­te­ri­ous cir­cum­stances. Guid­ed by their enig­mat­ic music teacher, Mr. Anabin, and a super­nat­ur­al enti­ty named Bogomil, they must…
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    • A Little Life A Novel (Hanya Yanagihara) Cover
      by testsuphomeAdmin A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara follows the complex lives of four friends in New York City, focusing particularly on Jude, whose traumatic past and struggles with pain, abuse, and love are gradually revealed.
    • Books and Bookmen Cover
      by LovelyMay 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.
    • The Tenant of Wildfell Hall Cover
      by LovelyMay The Ten­ant of Wild­fell Hall by Anne Bron­të is a ground­break­ing nov­el that tells the sto­ry of a mys­te­ri­ous woman who defies soci­etal norms to escape an abu­sive mar­riage and assert her inde­pen­dence, high­light­ing themes of fem­i­nism, moral­i­ty, and resilience.
    • The Autobiography of a Quack and the Case of George Cover
      by LovelyMay The Autobiography of a Quack and The Case of George Dedlow by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of satirical and poignant tales that explore medical and psychological themes through the experiences of their protagonists. *The Autobiography of a Quack* offers a humorous yet critical look at the fraudulent practices of a self-serving, morally dubious physician, exposing the dangers of medical charlatanism in 19th-century America. *The Case of George Dedlow* tells the haunting story of a Civil War soldier grappling with the traumatic loss of his limbs, delving into themes of identity, resilience, and the psychological effects of amputation. Together, these stories showcase Mitchell’s insights as a neurologist and his critique of both the medical profession and the human psyche.
    • Hunting Sketches Cover
      by LovelyMay Hunting Sketches by Anthony Trollope is a lively collection of essays that humorously examines the world of English fox hunting and the people involved in it. Written in the mid-19th century, the book offers an insightful and often satirical portrayal of the characters commonly found in hunting circles, from the eager novice to the seasoned huntsman. Trollope’s sketches capture the social nuances, traditions, and peculiarities of hunting culture, shedding light on both its exhilaration and its absurdities. This lighthearted work showcases Trollope’s wit and keen observational skills, making it an entertaining read for those interested in English country life and sporting traditions.
    • Dawn O’Hara: The Girl Who Laughed Cover
      by LovelyMay Dawn O'Hara: The Girl Who Laughed by Edna Ferber is a humorous yet heartfelt novel that tells the story of Dawn O'Hara, a lively young journalist who moves to a small town to recover from a nervous breakdown and a troubled marriage. As she rebuilds her life, she encounters an array of quirky characters, navigates romantic possibilities, and rediscovers her joy and resilience. Published in 1911, the novel reflects Ferber's wit and insight into the complexities of relationships, personal growth, and the importance of laughter and self-reliance in overcoming life's challenges.
    • The Circus Boys Across the Continent Cover
      by LovelyMay The Cir­cus Boys Across the Con­ti­nent by Edgar B. P. Dar­ling­ton is an adven­tur­ous nov­el that fol­lows the jour­ney of two young men work­ing in a cir­cus as they trav­el across Amer­i­ca, fac­ing thrilling chal­lenges and uncov­er­ing excite­ment along the way.
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