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De Bello Gallico Libri Septem by Gaius Julius Caesar (Latin). When Caesar got proconsul of Gallia and Illyria in 58 B.C, the conquest of land in Gaul was an urgent need, both to improve his political standing and to calm his creditors in Rome. So Caesar claims his interest for a very large area already in the first sentence. His steps and measures always appear clear and logic, but this simplicity is the result of a strict discipline in style. Caesar really choses his words, and the list of standard words that he never or rarely uses, is astonishing. E.g. for "river" he only uses flumen ...

The Marble Faun is Hawthorne's most unusual romance. Writing on the eve of the American Civil War, Hawthorne set his story in a fantastical Italy. The romance mixes elements of a fable, pastoral, Gothic novel, and travel guide. In the spring of 1858, Hawthorne was inspired to write his romance when he saw the Faun of Praxiteles in a Roman sculpture gallery. The theme, characteristic of Hawthorne, is guilt and the Fall of Man. The four main characters are Miriam, a beautiful painter who is compared to Eve, Beatrice Cenci, Lady Macbeth, Judith, and Cleopatra, and is being pursued by a mysterious...

The Island of Doctor Moreau (Version Revised) is one of the most influential science fiction novels ever written. In this chilling tale by H. G. Wells, Edward Prendick survives a shipwreck and finds himself stranded on a remote island in the Pacific Ocean. There he encounters the brilliant but disturbing Doctor Moreau, a scientist conducting secret experiments that blur the line between humans and animals.As Prendick uncovers the truth behind the island’s strange inhabitants, he is forced to confront unsettling questions about science, morality, evolution, and the nature of humanity itself. ...

The Ghost Pirates by William Hope Hodgson is a classic supernatural horror novel set aboard the merchant ship *Mortzestus*. The story is narrated by Jessop, a sailor who begins noticing strange and disturbing events during a long sea voyage. Mysterious figures appear around the ship at night, and crew members report terrifying encounters with ghostly beings emerging from the darkness of the ocean.As the voyage continues, the supernatural activity becomes more intense and dangerous. Sailors vanish under mysterious circumstances, while fear and uncertainty spread throughout the crew. Jessop ...

A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a classic children's novel about Sara Crewe, a wealthy girl sent to a London boarding school who falls from riches to rags after her father's death, only to maintain her dignity and kindness through her powerful imagination, eventually finding her fortune restored. The story, originally serialized as Sara Crewe, was expanded into the novel published in 1905, and follows Sara as she endures hardship as a servant but proves that true nobility comes from character, not wealth.

The White People by Arthur Machen is a classic work of supernatural horror first published in 1904. The story begins with a philosophical discussion about the nature of evil before introducing a mysterious manuscript written by a young girl. Through her diary, readers discover a strange and enchanting world filled with secret rituals, ancient folklore, and unexplained supernatural experiences.The unnamed narrator of the diary describes her childhood explorations of forests, hills, and hidden places where she encounters mysterious beings and learns forbidden knowledge from her nurse. As the ...

The Diary of a Nobody by George Grossmith and Weedon Grossmith. The Diary of a Nobody is the fictitious record of fifteen months in the life of Charles Pooter, his family, friends and small circle of acquaintances. It first appeared, serialised in Punch magazine and might be regarded as the first ‘blog’; being a record of the simplicities and humiliations in the life of this mundane, but upright, city clerk, who had an incontestable faith that a record of his daily life was worth preserving for posterity. Set in about 1891 in Holloway, which was then a typical suburb of the ...

Jill the Reckless by P. G. Wodehouse. Jill had money, Jill was engaged to be married to Sir Derek Underhill. Suddenly Jill becomes penniless, and she is no longer engaged. With a smile, in which there is just a tinge of recklessness, she refuses to be beaten and turns to face the world. Instead she went to New York and became a member of the chorus of "The Rose of America," and Mr. Wodehouse is enabled to lift the curtain of the musical comedy world. There is laughter and drama in "Jill the Reckless", and the action never flags from the moment that Freddie Rooke confesses that he has had a...

The Mystics by Katherine Cecil Thurston is a fascinating psychological and spiritual novel that explores the mysterious boundaries between faith, mysticism, and human nature. Set against the backdrop of Irish society, the story follows characters whose lives become intertwined through powerful beliefs, spiritual experiences, and emotional struggles.Thurston skillfully examines the influence of charismatic leaders and mystical movements on ordinary people, revealing how hope, devotion, and personal conviction can shape destinies. As the narrative unfolds, readers encounter questions about truth...

Around the World in Eighty Days is one of Jules Verne's most famous adventure novels and a timeless classic of world literature. First published in 1873, the story follows the remarkable journey of Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and disciplined English gentleman who accepts an extraordinary wager: he must travel around the world in just eighty days.Accompanied by his loyal servant Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a thrilling race against time that takes him across continents, oceans, and cultures. From the bustling streets of London to the exotic landscapes of India, Hong Kong, Japan, and America, every...

This is the autobiography of Elizabeth Keckley, a former slave who bought her freedom with the money she earned as a seamstress. She eventually worked for Mary Lincoln. It is a fascinating book, filled with many recollections of her own life and her interactions with the Lincolns and other members of the government elite. (summary by Guero)

A collection containing a parody on Problem Plays, as well as humorous anecdotes from Canadian humourist Stephen Leacock. (Summary by TriciaG)Cast for Section 1:Narrator/Stage Directions – Tricia GSir John – Algy PugLady Cecily – Liberty StumpValet – Bob GonzalezMr. Harding – John HoerrFrench Maid – Annabelle LiPostal Messenger & “A Man” – David LawrenceMrs. Harding – Bev J. StevensAudio edited by Tricia G

Fans of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women will remember that her heroine Jo wrote racy novels before turning her hand to more "serious" literature. Alcott, writing under the pseudonym A. M. Barnard, often did the same, and Behind a Mask (1866) is one of her sensation novels. It focuses on Jean Muir, who enters the home of the wealthy Coventry family as governess to their sixteen-year-old daughter. But is the beguiling Miss Muir all that she seems to be? (Introduction by Elizabeth Klett)

The Sting by William Le Queux is a gripping mystery novel filled with suspense, intrigue, and unexpected twists. Set in England’s upper-class society, the story follows a web of secrets, deception, and hidden motives that threaten the lives and reputations of those involved. When a series of mysterious events begins to unfold, the characters find themselves drawn into a dangerous game where nothing is quite as it seems. As the mystery deepens, readers are introduced to suspicious strangers, concealed identities, and clues that point in conflicting directions. William Le Queux masterfully ...

Before Adam is a mixture of sound science and sci-fi speculation. It is based around Darwin's theory of evolution and the idea of racial memory. The main character lives in the current world but has dreams and nightmares that he relives the pre-stone age life of one of his proto-human ancestors. Those who are scientifically inclined may enjoy this novel more than fans of "standard" science fiction such as Edgar Rice Burroughs. (Summary by Tom Weiss)

Elizabeth Drew Stoddard, née Barstow was a United States poet and novelist. She is most widely known today as the author of The Morgesons (1862), her first of three novels. Her other two novels are Two Men (1865) and Temple House (1867). Stoddard was also a prolific writer of short stories, children's tales, poems, essays, travel writing, and journalism pieces. (Summary from Wikipedia)

Here, as in France, begging is made a profession. And it is very important that the public should realize the fact, that ' thoughtless almsgiving, instead of relieving misery, promotes mendicity.'The author of 'Paris qui Mendie' speaks with the experience of one who has put the question of mendicity to a personal test, and who has beaten the beggar in the various branches of his own trade. No one therefore is a better authority on the subject, and M. Louis Paulian's experiences will, I am sure, be welcome in England.Good work has been done in the direction indicated by M. Paulian by the ...

A novel with some utopian elements, but primarily dystopian. A French doctor and a German professor both inherit a vast fortune as descendants of a French soldier who married the rich widow of an Indian prince. They both decide to go to America and establish their own "ideal" society. Dr. Sarrasin, the French doctor, is focused on maintaining public health. He builds Ville-France. Professor Schultze, the German scientist, is a bit of a militarist and racist. He builds Stahlstadt and devotes his city to the production of ever more powerful weapons so that he can destroy Sarrasin's city. They ...

The Beggar's Opera is a ballad opera written in 1728 by John Gay with music arranged by Johann Christoph Pepusch. The piece satirises Italian Opera, which had become popular in London, by telling a story of beggars, highwaymen and "women of the town" rather than the classical or mythological figures of grand opera. The Airs in the opera were set to popular street ballads, hymns, folk songs of the time and some tunes from operas by Handel and others.The Beggar's Opera ran for 62 performances, a record for any play in England in the 18th century. It was revived in 1920 and enjoyed further ...