Hour of the Wolf by Paul R. Lipton Hour of the Wolf is a science fiction novel by Paul R. Lipton, published in 2017. It tells the story of a mission to save a planet from destruction and the struggle to keep the planet safe from the forces of evil. The book is aimed at … Read more
Holly: The Romance of a Southern Girl by Ralph Henry Barbour Summary of the Book Holly: The Romance of a Southern Girl is a novel written by Ralph Henry Barbour and first published in 1910. It tells the story of a young woman, Holly, and her experiences growing up in the small town of Tuscaloosa, … Read more
The Map of Love by Ahdaf Soueif The Map of Love is a 1999 novel by Ahdaf Soueif which tells the story of a love triangle between an Englishwoman and two Egyptians. Set in the early twentieth century, it follows the parallel lives of two women—one living in England and one living in Egypt—as their … Read more
Passion by Lauren Kate (2011) Summary of the book Passion by Lauren Kate is a 2011 romantic young adult novel. It is the third installment in Kate’s Fallen series. The story follows the lives of two lovers, Luce and Daniel, as they try to overcome a curse that has cast them apart for centuries. The … Read more
The Poisoned Chocolates Case by Anthony Berkeley Overview The Poisoned Chocolates Case is a mystery novel written by Anthony Berkeley in 1929. It follows the case of a mysterious box of poisoned chocolates sent to a wealthy businessman. The novel follows the investigation of amateur detective Roger Sheringham as he attempts to identify the killer. … Read more
Hans Andersen’s Fairy Tales. Second Series by H. C. Andersen. Summary of the Book Hans Andersen’s Fairy Tales, the second series by H. C. Andersen, is a collection of short stories that have been admired by children and adults alike ever since they were first published. The stories contain a mix of fantasy, humor, and … Read more
The Trial by Franz Kafka (1925) Summary of the Book The Trial is a novel written by Franz Kafka in 1925. The book follows the story of a man named Josef K., who is arrested and prosecuted for an unknown crime. The novel explores the themes of guilt and innocence, as well as the absurdity … Read more
The Ethics of Aristotle by Aristotle: Summary & FAQs The Ethics of Aristotle by Aristotle is a classic work of philosophy written in the 4th century BCE. It is one of Aristotle’s most influential works, and has been widely studied since its publication. In The Ethics, Aristotle outlines his views on morality and ethical behavior, … Read more
The Mists of Avalon by Marion Bradley (1982) Summary of the Book The Mists of Avalon by Marion Bradley is a retelling of the Arthurian legends from the perspective of the female characters. It is set in a time when Christianity and Paganism exist side-by-side in Britain. The novel follows the lives of Morgaine, Viviane, … Read more
Aphorismen zur Lebensweisheit by Arthur Schopenhauer Introduction Aphorismen zur Lebensweisheit is a book written by the famous German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer in 1851. It is a collection of Schopenhauer’s aphorisms, reflections and insights into life, morality, and the nature of existence. The book consists of 99 aphorisms, each one focusing on a different aspect of … Read more