Volpone; Or, The Fox by Ben Jonson Summary of the Book Volpone; Or, The Fox is a play written by Ben Jonson in 1605 and first published in 1607. It tells the story of a wealthy Italian, Volpone, who pretends to be dying in order to swindle his would-be heirs out of their inheritance. The … Read more
Beastly by Alex Flinn (2007) Summary of the Book Beastly is a young adult fantasy novel written by Alex Flinn and published in 2007. The novel is a modern retelling of the classic fairy tale Beauty and the Beast, set in present-day New York City. It follows the story of Kyle Kingsbury, a wealthy, good-looking … Read more
The Social Cancer: A Complete English Version of Noli Me Tangere by José Rizal Noli Me Tangere, written by Filipino national hero José Rizal, is a social commentary and a representation of Philippine society at the turn of the 19th century. It was first published in Berlin in 1887 in Spanish and has since been … Read more
The Silver Linings Playbook by Matthew Quick (2008) Introduction The Silver Linings Playbook is a 2008 novel by Matthew Quick. It follows the story of Pat Peoples, a former teacher who has been on a four-year stay in a mental institution. After being released, Pat is determined to rebuild his life. He moves in with … Read more
The Stainless Steel Rat by Harry Harrison The Stainless Steel Rat by Harry Harrison is a classic science fiction novel about a conman and thief who is recruited by a special secret police force. The book follows the adventures of James Bolivar DiGriz, also known as the Stainless Steel Rat, as he embarks on a … Read more
Solomon Gursky Was Here by Mordecai Richler Solomon Gursky Was Here is a novel by Canadian writer Mordecai Richler. Published in 1989, the book follows the story of the Gursky family, a Jewish-Canadian family from Montreal. The novel has been praised for its engaging storytelling and nuanced characters, and has become a celebrated classic of … Read more
Fast Food Nation by Eric Schlosser (2001) Summary of the book Fast Food Nation: The Dark Side of the All-American Meal is a non-fiction book written by Eric Schlosser and published in 2001. The book is a look into the fast food industry and the effects it has on our society, economy and environment. It … Read more
Get A Ring On It: 10 Secrets to Becoming Wife Material by Lasana Smith Summary of the Book In her book, Get A Ring On It: 10 Secrets to Becoming Wife Material, Lasana Smith offers an insightful and encouraging guide to help young women become the best partners they can be. The book is a … Read more
To the Lighthouse by Virginia Woolf (1927): Summary of the Book Published in 1927, To the Lighthouse is Virginia Woolf’s fifth novel. This book is considered a masterpiece of modernist literature and is one of Woolf’s most celebrated works. It has been praised for its psychological depth, its poetic beauty, and its exploration of the … Read more
Thin Ice by Niki Settimo Niki Settimo’s novel Thin Ice is a suspenseful and captivating story about relationships, secrets and lies. The novel follows the life of a woman, Melinda, as she struggles to find out the truth about her past and the people she loves. Melinda is forced to confront her own inner demons … Read more