July’s People by Nadine Gordimer July’s People is a 1981 novel by South African author Nadine Gordimer. It is set in an unspecified future in South Africa, in a time when the country is in a state of civil conflict. The novel follows the story of Maureen Smales, a white woman, and her family, who … Read more
Justice by John Galsworthy Justice by John Galsworthy is a novel published in 1921. It is the story of the Forsythe family and their struggles with justice, morality, and the law. The novel follows the family’s attempts to uphold the highest standards of justice, despite the corruption and injustice of society. The novel explores the … Read more
Myths and Legends of China by E. T. C. Werner: Summary of the Book Myths and Legends of China by E. T. C. Werner is an important book in the field of Chinese mythology. This book was first published in 1922, and it is still relevant today. It is a comprehensive collection of Chinese myths … Read more
Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier (1938): Summary of the Book Rebecca, published in 1938, is a psychological thriller novel by Daphne du Maurier. It is a gothic piece of fiction that tells the story of a young woman who falls in love with a wealthy widower, Maxim de Winter, and subsequently moves into his estate, … Read more
Divine Comedy, Longfellow’s Translation, Complete by Dante Alighieri Summary of the Book The Divine Comedy, written by Dante Alighieri, is an epic poem that was first published in 1320. It is divided into three books: Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso. The poem describes Dante’s journey through Hell, Purgatory, and finally Paradise, guided by the Roman poet … Read more
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney (2004) Summary of the Book Diary of a Wimpy Kid is a series of internationally bestselling books written by Jeff Kinney, first published in 2004. The series is composed of twelve books, with the first book being the most popular of the series. The main character in … Read more
Just Around The Bend: Más o Menos by Renée Paule Renée Paule’s debut novel, Más o Menos, is a heartwarming story of coming-of-age and self-discovery. Set in the mid-90s, this gripping tale follows the main character, Violet, as she navigates the complexities of family, friendship, love, and ultimately, her own identity. Violet is a 15-year-old … Read more
The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon by Stephen King (1999) The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon is a novel by bestselling author Stephen King, published in 1999. This post-apocalyptic horror/thriller follows the story of nine-year-old Trisha McFarland, who gets lost in the woods of Maine. In her desperate attempt to find her way home, Trisha … Read more
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde (1985) – Summary of the Book The Importance of Being Earnest is a play written by Oscar Wilde in 1895. The story follows Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff, two friends who use the same pseudonym Ernest to escape their real lives. Jack and Algernon use this pseudonym … Read more
Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome by E. M. Berens Summary Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome by E. M. Berens is an extensive collection of ancient tales from both Greek and Roman mythology. The book is divided into two sections: the first covers the gods and goddesses of Greek mythology, … Read more