The Alchemyst by Michael Scott (2007) Summary of the Book The Alchemyst is a 2007 novel written by Michael Scott. It is the first book in the New York Times bestselling series, The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel. The book follows the adventures of 15-year-old twins, Sophie and Josh Newman, and their discovery of … Read more
Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling Overview Just So Stories is a collection of 12 children’s stories written by Rudyard Kipling and published in 1902. The stories were originally written for his daughter Josephine, and the tales are often related to Kipling’s own experiences as a young man in India. These tales have been adapted … Read more
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston Summary of the Book Their Eyes Were Watching God is a novel written by Zora Neale Hurston and published in 1937. The book tells the story of Janie Mae Crawford, an African-American woman living in the early 20th century, who embarks on a journey of self-discovery … Read more
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo (2012) Summary of the Book Shadow and Bone is a fantasy novel by American author Leigh Bardugo, published in 2012. Set in an alternate version of 19th century Russia, it follows the story of Alina Starkov, an orphaned soldier who discovers she has the power to control the sun … Read more
Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders by Vincent Bugliosi (1974) A Summary of the Book Helter Skelter: The True Story of the Manson Murders, written by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry and first published in 1974, is a non-fiction book that chronicles the events leading up to and the trial of Charles … Read more
Heart to Heart(s) Communication @ work: Universal Values of Buddhism to Inspire Open, Compassionate and Effective Communication by Dorotea Brandin Heart to Heart(s) Communication @ work is a book written by Dorotea Brandin, which explores the importance of communication in the workplace and how to use the universal values of Buddhism to foster a more … Read more
The Secret Rose by W. B. Yeats The Secret Rose is a book written by the famous Irish writer and poet William Butler Yeats. Published in 1898, this book is a collection of stories and poems which explore the mystical and spiritual aspects of life. The stories revolve around the Irish countryside and its ancient … Read more
In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson (2011) Summary of the Book In the Garden of Beasts is a gripping and informative book by Erik Larson, published in 2011. The novel tells the story of William E. Dodd, the first United States Ambassador to Nazi Germany in 1933. This book recounts the events of … Read more
Live Flesh by Ruth Rendell Live Flesh is a crime novel written by British writer Ruth Rendell in 1986. It tells the story of Victor Grandiose, a young man from a poor background who is convicted of a crime he did not commit. The novel follows Victor’s struggle for justice as he navigates the criminal … Read more
Essays in Medical Sociology, Volume 1 (of 2) by Elizabeth Blackwell Essays in Medical Sociology, Volume 1 (of 2) by Elizabeth Blackwell is an exploration of the social dynamics of healthcare and medical professions, written by an esteemed medical sociologist. With two volumes, it is an ambitious and comprehensive look at the impacts of medical … Read more