The Postman Always Rings Twice by James M Cain Summary of the Book James M. Cain’s novel The Postman Always Rings Twice is a classic of American literature. The novel, first published in 1934, tells the story of an ill-fated couple, Frank and Cora, and their struggles with love, lust, and crime. The novel begins … Read more
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare (1596) Summary of the Book The Merchant of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare in 1596. The play is a romantic comedy centered around the relationships between three sets of characters: Antonio, Bassanio, Portia, Shylock, and Jessica. It is set in Venice, Italy, during the Renaissance. … Read more
The Dark Half by Stephen King (1989) Overview The Dark Half is a horror novel by American author Stephen King published in 1989. It tells the story of Thad Beaumont, a writer who publishes novels under the pseudonym George Stark. When Stark is “killed off” in a public ceremony, Stark’s fictional persona takes on a … Read more
Brewster’s Millions by Richard Greaves (George Barr McCutcheon) Summary of the Book Brewster’s Millions is an 1895 novel by Richard Greaves (also known by his pen name George Barr McCutcheon). It tells the story of Montgomery Brewster, a young man who finds out he has inherited seven million dollars from his recently deceased great-uncle. But … Read more
Outlander by Diana Gabaldon (1991): Summary of the Book Outlander (1991) is a historical fiction novel by Diana Gabaldon. It is the first book of the Outlander series, and it is set in Scotland during the mid-20th century. The story follows a British army nurse named Claire Randall, who is suddenly swept back in time … Read more
Birdsong by Sebastian Faulks: Summary of the Book Birdsong is a powerful World War I novel written by British author Sebastian Faulks. Published in 1993, the novel tells the story of Stephen Wraysford, a British soldier fighting in the trenches of France during World War I. Birdsong is considered a masterpiece of modern literature and … Read more
A Mindful Nation: How a Simple Practice Can Help Us Reduce Stress, Improve Performance, and Recapture the American Spirit by Tim Ryan Summary of the Book A Mindful Nation by Tim Ryan is an inspiring new book that examines the potential of mindfulness, a practice of self-awareness and self-compassion, to help Americans reduce stress, improve … Read more
Everything is Illuminated by Jonathan Safran Foer (2002) Overview of the Book Everything is Illuminated is a 2002 novel by American author Jonathan Safran Foer. It tells the story of a young American Jew, Jonathan Safran Foer, who travels to the Ukraine in search of his family’s past. The novel follows two intertwined stories: one … Read more
Jimmy Corrigan, The Smarest Kid on Earth by Chris Ware Summary of the Book Jimmy Corrigan, The Smarest Kid on Earth is a graphic novel by Chris Ware, published in 2000. It tells the story of a man in his thirties named Jimmy Corrigan who, through a series of flashbacks, discovers his family history and … Read more
Yes Man by Danny Wallace Yes Man is a book written by Danny Wallace and published in 2005. It is the story of a man who decides to start saying yes to everything he is asked. The events that follow are funny and entertaining, and the book was so successful that it was later adapted … Read more