Phaedra by Jean Racine Phaedra by Jean Racine is a tragic play first performed in 1677. It is based on the classic Greek myth of Phaedra, a daughter of King Minos, who was cursed to fall in love with her stepson, Hippolytus. The play follows the story of Phaedra’s forbidden passion and the consequences this … Read more
The Scarlet Pimpernel by Emmuska Orczy (1905) The Scarlet Pimpernel is a novel written by Emmuska Orczy and published in 1905. It is a swashbuckling adventure story set during the French Revolution, and it is one of the first works of modern-day adventure literature. The novel follows the story of a daring British aristocrat, Sir … Read more
The Tale of Genji by Murasaki Shikibu The Tale of Genji is a classic Japanese novel written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century. It is considered to be the world’s first novel and one of the greatest works of Japanese literature. The novel follows the life of Genji, the son of an emperor, … Read more
Anansi Boys by Neil Gaiman (2005) Summary of the Book Anansi Boys is a fantasy novel by renowned author Neil Gaiman, released in 2005. It follows the story of Charles “Fat Charlie” Nancy, who discovers he is the son of the mysterious Mr. Nancy, also known as Anansi, the West African trickster god. After his … Read more
Passing by Nella Larsen – Summary of the Book Passing is a novel written by American author Nella Larsen, first published in 1929. It tells the story of two African-American women, Irene Redfield and Clare Kendry, who have been lifelong friends despite their different social backgrounds. The book deals with issues of race, gender, and … Read more
The Unfortunates by BS Johnson The Unfortunates is a book written by British author BS Johnson in 1969. It is a postmodern novel that follows a man named Michael as he deals with the death of his wife and his subsequent journey through grief. The novel is told in a unique way, with each chapter … Read more
Hyperbole and a Half by Allie Brosh (2013) Summary of the book Hyperbole and a Half is a 2013 book by Allie Brosh. The book is a collection of autobiographical and semi-autobiographical stories, written in a humorous and often self-deprecating tone. It is composed of stories from Brosh’s blog of the same name, as well … Read more
The Art of Success: What No One Ever Taught You (But You Still Need to Know) by James Melouney The Art of Success: What No One Ever Taught You (But You Still Need to Know) by James Melouney is a comprehensive guide to achieving success in life. It is packed with practical advice and tools … Read more
The Pelican Brief by John Grisham (1992) The Pelican Brief is a legal thriller by John Grisham, published in 1992. It is set in Washington, D.C., and Louisiana. The novel follows two Supreme Court Justices who are assassinated, and the efforts of a young attorney and a journalist to uncover the killer. It was later … Read more
The Plurality of the Human Race by G. Pouchet Introduction G. Pouchet’s The Plurality of the Human Race is a philosophical exploration of the diversity of the human race. It examines how the human species has evolved over time, and how its various forms interact with one another. It also looks at how our understanding … Read more