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Philosophy for a clear mind and deliberate work, in editions we have the right to offer. Each one is a one-time purchase that stays in your library.
Mark Twain
Modern · Intermediate
Set in a Mississippi River town, it tells the story of two infants—one born into slavery with 1/32 black ancestry, the other white and free—who are secretly switched in their cradles.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The story unfolds on the banks of the Nile in Nubia, following a diverse group of passengers aboard the "Korosko", including Colonel Cochrane, Miss Adams, and Mr. Stephens, as they embark on a journey that takes a tragic turn.
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G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
The story opens with Squire Vane, an eccentric and somewhat impractical gentleman whose views clash with the superstitions of his Cornish neighbors.
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G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
This work explores various themes related to the nature of diversity in society, culture, and human behavior.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The book chronicles Doyle's journey as he travels from Britain to Australia, sharing his insights and personal encounters related to spiritualism.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs
Modern · Intermediate
The story unfolds in a time of conflict between Native American tribes and the encroaching forces of European settlers, primarily focusing on the lives of the Apaches.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The book discusses the complex background leading to the Boer War, exploring the historical, political, and social dynamics between the British Empire and the Boer republics.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
The story follows Bert Smallways, an ordinary bicycle engineer who accidentally stumbles upon secret aircraft technology and gets swept into a catastrophic global conflict.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
When Martians with superior intelligence and advanced weapons invade Earth, humanity faces extinction.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
The book serves as a reflection and analysis of the causes and implications of World War I, advocating for a complete transformation of global politics and society to prevent future conflicts.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs
Modern · Intermediate
John Carter races across the frozen polar regions of Mars to rescue his imprisoned wife, Princess Dejah Thoris, from vengeful enemies who have abducted her.
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Jane Austen
Modern · Intermediate
Emma Watson, brought up by a wealthy aunt, returns to her own family of modest means and enters the society of a small country town.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Articles by H. G. Wells on the politics of the late 1920s: China, Fascism, democracy, British government, communism and the future of labour.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Mr. Hoopdriver, a poorly paid draper's assistant, escapes his grinding routine for a ten-day bicycling holiday along England's southern coast.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Lady Ellen Harman finds herself trapped in a loveless marriage to Sir Isaac, a domineering self-made businessman.
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G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
The stories often weave themes of morality and the interplay between innocence and guilt, all set against a backdrop of quaint English settings and broader philosophical discussions.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
Included within this edition are travel essays and personal narratives, notably featuring "An Inland Voyage," which recounts Stevenson's experiences while paddling through Belgium and France.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume features "The Amateur Emigrant," which captures the experiences of individuals aboard an emigrant ship from Europe to America, focusing on their diverse backgrounds and the emotional complexities of leaving home.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes stories such as "New Arabian Nights," featuring the character Prince Florizel of Bohemia, who engages in adventurous escapades that lead him into the shadowy realms of society and existential inquiry.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
It starts with a prologue set in a lively cigar divan in London, where two old friends, Paul Somerset and Edward Challoner, reconnect.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume prominently features the adventure novel "Treasure Island," which follows the young protagonist Jim Hawkins as he embarks on a perilous quest for buried treasure.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume notably features "The Black Arrow," a historical novel set during the tumultuous period of the Wars of the Roses in England.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This tale unfolds the complex dynamics between two brothers, the Master of Ballantrae and Mr. Henry Durie, set against the backdrop of the Jacobite risings in Scotland.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes "The Wrecker," a collaborative story between Stevenson and his stepson Lloyd Osbourne, which unfolds in the exotic Marquesas Islands and hints at themes of adventure and human relationships set against the backdrop of the oceanic landscape.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume, part of a comprehensive collection of Stevenson’s works, focuses on the tumultuous history of Samoa during a critical eight-year period marked by internal discord and foreign intervention.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume focuses on Stevenson's experiences and observations during his voyages in the South Seas, particularly exploring the Marquesas, Paumotus, and Gilbert Islands.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes two major works: "The Ebb-Tide," a tale exploring themes of disillusionment and moral ambiguity through the experiences of its characters, and "Weir of Hermiston," which examines familial relationships and societal expectations.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume primarily features "St. Ives," which tells the story of a French prisoner during the Napoleonic Wars, detailing his experiences and interactions while imprisoned in Edinburgh.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This volume includes several stories, but notably begins with "The Story of a Lie," featuring the central character Dick Naseby, who is engaged in a complex relationship with both his father and a painter referred to as "The Admiral.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The letters reveal not only his observations but also his character as he interacts with family and friends, hinting at the writer's evolving style and sensibilities.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
This edition captures Stevenson's thoughts, observations, and experiences during his time in France and reflects upon his struggles with health and his writing pursuits.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
Wells envisions a devastating future war in 1956 where both sides wield atomic bombs—crude but continuously burning weapons that leave battlefields radioactive for years.
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Charles Dickens
Modern · Intermediate
This maritime narrative combines elements of adventure and human resilience, focusing on the harrowing experiences of the crew and passengers aboard the ill-fated ship, the Golden Mary.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The story centers on the mysterious abandoned wreck of the Flying Scud at Midway Atoll.
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Jules Verne
Modern · Intermediate
This work serves as a sequel to the tale "The Swiss Family Robinson," exploring the continued adventures of the Zermatt family living in New Switzerland after shipping wreck.
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Mark Twain
Modern · Intermediate
The book centers around a set of twins, Count Luigi and Count Angelo Capello, who are physically connected—each possessing one half of a dual-headed body.
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Charles Dickens
Modern · Intermediate
The collection includes "The Trial for Murder," where a murdered victim's ghost haunts a jury foreman to ensure justice; "The Haunted House"; and "The Signal-Man.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The work presents the author's musings on literature, the transformative power of reading, and the companionship that great authors provide through their works.
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Edgar Rice Burroughs
Modern · Intermediate
The fourth book in the Barsoom series shifts focus to Carthoris, son of John Carter, who loves Princess Thuvia of Ptarth—a woman promised to another.
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L. Frank Baum
Modern · Intermediate
The eighth book in the Oz series follows the Shaggy Man's quest to rescue his brother from the Nome King's underground kingdom.
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Mark Twain
Modern · Intermediate
This scorching satire attacks Western imperialism as it unfolded in the Philippines, China, and South Africa.
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Charles Dickens
Modern · Intermediate
The narrative revolves around themes of social commentary and human interaction, focusing on a hermit named Mr. Mopes who isolates himself from society in dilapidated conditions, and the criticisms of this lifestyle from another character, Mr. Traveller.
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H. G. Wells
Modern · Intermediate
George Ponderevo narrates his seven-year involvement in selling his uncle's patent medicine, which he knows is "a damned swindle.
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Robert Louis Stevenson
Modern · Intermediate
The book recounts Stevenson's 12-day solo hiking journey through the remote mountains of south-central France, accompanied by Modestine, a stubborn donkey he struggles to control.
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G. K. Chesterton
Modern · Intermediate
The opening of "Tremendous Trifles" presents a playful yet serious examination of perception and reality.
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Modern · Intermediate
The story centers on Louis de Laval, a young man returning to France after thirteen years of exile following the upheavals of the French Revolution.
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Fyodor Dostoevsky
Modern · Intermediate
Two short novels: in one a provincial hostess schemes to marry her daughter to an aged prince; in the other a man is sought out by the widower of his former mistress.
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Louisa May Alcott
Modern · Intermediate
The story centers around young characters Ben Brown and two little girls named Bab and Betty, exploring themes of friendship, adventure, and childhood innocence as they engage in imaginative play and navigate their lives in a quaint rural setting.
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