Ancient Calendars and Constellations by Emmeline M. Plunket Ancient Calendars and Constellations is a book written by Emmeline M. Plunket, which explores the various calendars used by different cultures throughout history, as well as the constellations of the night sky and their importance in antiquity. Plunket dives into the many ways that ancient civilizations used … Read more
Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore by Robin Sloan (2012) Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore is a novel by Robin Sloan, published in 2012. It follows the story of Clay Jannon, a web designer who takes a job at a mysterious bookstore in San Francisco and discovers that the store has a hidden purpose. As he investigates the … Read more
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood is a dystopian novel published in 1985. Set in a near-future New England, the narrative follows Offred, a Handmaid in the Republic of Gilead, a totalitarian society in what was formerly the United States. As a Handmaid, Offred is assigned to produce children … Read more
The Best of Me by Nicholas Sparks (2010) The Best of Me is a romantic novel by American author Nicholas Sparks. In this novel, Sparks explores the power of enduring love and the choices we make in life. It tells the story of two high school sweethearts, Dawson and Amanda, who were forced to part … Read more
Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi (2016): Summary of the Book Homegoing is a 2016 novel by Ghanaian-American author Yaa Gyasi. It tells the story of two half-sisters, Effia and Esi, who are born in different villages in 18th-century Ghana. The book follows the lives of these two women and their descendants over the next 300 years, … Read more
1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose Summary of the Book 1811 Dictionary of the Vulgar Tongue by Francis Grose is an English dictionary published in 1811, and is considered one of the first dictionaries of “vulgar” or slang language. It explains the meanings of words and phrases that were commonly used in … Read more
The Return of Sherlock Holmes by Arthur Conan Doyle The Return of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of 13 detective stories by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1905. This book continues the adventures of the famous detective Sherlock Holmes, who works with his faithful assistant, Dr. Watson, to solve complex and exciting cases. The … Read more
10 Steps to Self-Esteem by Darlene Lancer Darlene Lancer’s 10 Steps to Self-Esteem is a powerful self-help book that has made an impact on millions of readers. In this book, Lancer presents her unique system for developing self-esteem, which includes a detailed analysis of the causes and effects of low self-esteem. She also provides practical … Read more
A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life by Brian Grazer A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life by Brian Grazer is a book about the power of curiosity and how it can be used to create a bigger, more meaningful life. In this book, Grazer shares the story of his own … Read more
Dombey and Son by Charles Dickens Summary of the Book Dombey and Son is a novel written by Charles Dickens and published in 1846. It tells the story of Paul Dombey, a wealthy businessman who neglects his son while obsessing over his business. Dombey’s personal and business fortunes change drastically over the course of the … Read more