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"Ivanhoe: A Romance" by Sir Walter Scott is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. Set during the reign of King Richard I, the story explores the complexities of Anglo-Saxon and Norman relations in post-conquest England. The narrative...

In the year 1903, a young student enrolled at a military academy reached out to a renowned Austrian poet to seek his insights on his budding poetic creations. This poet, the esteemed Rainer Maria Rilke, took the time to respond with a series of...

"Northanger Abbey" tells the story of a young girl named Catherine Morland, who leaves her sheltered rural home to enter the bustling and sophisticated world of Bath in the late 1790s. Jane Austen keenly observes the interactions between Catherine and...

"Tarzan of the Apes" explores themes of survival, identity, and the conflict between civilization and nature. The story begins with John Clayton, Lord Greystoke, and his wife, who are stranded on the African coast after a mutiny on their ship, the...

"The Benson Murder Case," written by S. S. Van Dine, is a detective novel from the early 20th century. The story introduces Philo Vance, a sharp-witted amateur sleuth, who becomes embroiled in the investigation of the murder of Alvin H. Benson, a...

The setting of the Brooklyn Murders unfolds within the grandiose confines of Sir Vernon Brooklyn’s opulent London mansion, a stunning reflection of his status as a legendary theatrical impresario. The sprawling estate is adorned with lavish decor and...

Sherlock Holmes, a masterful creation of British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is an iconic fictional detective who strides through the fog-laden streets of Victorian London. He self-identifies as a "consulting detective," a term that captures the...

"The Door in the Wall," written by H. G. Wells in the late 19th century, is a short story that introduces Lionel Wallace. He reflects on a fantastical memory from his childhood of a door that leads to an enchanted garden. The narrative explores...

"The Iliad," attributed to Homer, is an epic poem from the 8th century BC that centers on the dramatic events of the Trojan War. The narrative particularly focuses on the wrath of Achilles, a Greek hero, and explores themes of honor, glory, and the...

In "The Land of Mist," Arthur Conan Doyle presents the compelling character of Professor Challenger, who, after the heart-wrenching loss of his wife, embarks on a profound journey into spirituality and the supernatural. Joined by his determined...

In a quaint and bustling tea shop tucked away in the heart of London, a nameless, eccentric old man occupies a shadowy corner, immersed in his thoughts as he sips on a steaming cup of tea. With the weight of age and a life of curious adventures etched...

*The Secret Tomb* by Maurice Leblanc is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against a backdrop of mystery and adventure, the story follows Dorothy, a young gypsy girl, and her companion, Saint-Quentin, as they uncover the secrets...