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The Fortunes of Perkin Warbeck: A Romance

by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Published: 1830-01-01. 183,106 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Historical

A young man appears in Burgundy claiming to be the lost prince of England, heir stolen by murder and lies. From glittering courts to stormy coasts he gathers allies, wins a steadfast bride, and dares the power of a new dynasty. Is he rightful king or brilliant impostor? Intrigue, loyalty, and betrayal drive a tragic bid for the crown at the dawn of the Tudor age.

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Diary of a Pilgrimage

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1891-01-01. 42,281 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

Two bumbling Englishmen embark on a comedic pilgrimage to a German passion play, expecting spiritual uplift but finding chaos. From missed trains to culinary mishaps, their journey through Bavaria brims with absurd misadventures. This witty travelogue, rich with humor and sharp observations, pokes fun at human foibles and the quirks of travel in late 19th-century Europe.

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Proserpine and Midas

by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Published: 1922-01-01. 17,777 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Children's Books

Two lyrical dramas reimagine ancient fables: a mother’s frantic search when a springtime maiden is seized to the underworld, and a vainglorious king whose wish for limitless gold curdles into hunger, loneliness, and a secret shame. Desire, loss, and the turning seasons entwine as gods and mortals learn that every gift bears a hidden price.

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Dracula's Guest

by Bram Stoker

Published: 1914-01-01. 58,018 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

A daring Englishman, traveling through a stormy Carpathian night, ignores warnings and ventures into a cursed valley. Stranded in a haunted graveyard, he faces spectral terrors and a monstrous wolf with eerie intelligence. This chilling gothic tale, set in a shadowy 19th-century Europe, weaves suspense and supernatural dread, hinting at the dark forces lurking beyond the veil of the living.

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Dombey and Son

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1848-04-12. 362,336 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Inspirational

A wealthy London merchant, obsessed with his firm’s legacy, pins his hopes on his frail son, neglecting his devoted daughter. As pride and ambition blind him, tragedy and betrayal unravel his world. Set in Victorian England, this rich saga weaves love, loss, and redemption, exposing the cost of cold ambition and the enduring warmth of family bonds.

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Crome Yellow

by Aldous Huxley

Published: 1921-01-01. 58,119 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A young poet joins a vibrant summer gathering at an English country estate, where eccentric intellectuals, artists, and lovers clash in witty banter. Amid flirtations and philosophical debates, he grapples with his own ambitions and desires. This sharp satire of 1920s society unveils the absurdities of human vanity and the restless search for meaning in a world of privilege and pretense.

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Mardi and a voyage thither- Volume 2

by Herman Melville

Published: 1849-01-01. 103,288 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Adventure

The voyage continues through exotic lands and enigmatic peoples, blending adventure with deep philosophical reflection. Encounters with strange customs, moral challenges, and the mysteries of the human spirit drive a journey that questions society, knowledge, and the nature of existence.

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The Golden Bowl

by Henry James

Published: 1904-11-17. 211,930 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

An American heiress marries a charming, cash-poor prince, never guessing he once loved her friend. A gift—a golden bowl with a fatal crack—mirrors the secret that fractures two marriages. In drawing rooms and whispered rides through London, delicate politeness hardens into strategy as loyalties shift, passion curdles to guilt, and a young wife learns how power can wear the mask of grace.

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The Captured Princess: A Tale of Domination in Deep Space

by Rowan Betencourt

Published: 2024-07-13. 59,857 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Erotica » Sci-Fi Erotica

Princess Ashterra, daughter of the Emperor, sneaks onto the Imperial flagship against his wishes. When the ship is attacked, she's abducted and sold to the highest bidder, becoming a pawn in a war with truly galactic stakes.

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Pygmalion Revisited

by Devon Layne

Published: 2017-04-29. 59,770 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Paranormal

2nd Edition
The myth of Pygmalion and the Statue in six delightful retellings. The relationship between the artist and the artwork.

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Tara Ardchlár

by Cainneach McEinri

Published: 2024-07-12. 315,100 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

The Órarduine led by Sarah's Clan and several other clans have reached the planet Ananu in Celia system, and begin establishing their new home. In doing so they are assisted by the alien sentient species they met in Sol System. They are again threatened by the alien species, known as the Durale. There are pirates who lurk in the vastness of space. This is a chronicle of their adventures.

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The Portrait of a Lady— Volume 2

by Henry James

Published: 1881-11-01. 117,970 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Married to a charming tyrant in Rome, a once-daring heiress awakens to the cold design that trapped her. Between a pliant stepdaughter’s fate, a friend’s quiet loyalty, and suitors who offer rescue or ruin, she weighs duty against self-respect. In dim palazzi and bright salons, secrets surface, alliances shift, and a final midnight choice tests the cost of freedom.

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Daniel Deronda

by George Eliot

Published: 1876-01-01. 314,669 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A young Englishman of uncertain origins navigates high society, torn between love and duty. His chance encounter with a Jewish singer unveils a hidden heritage, drawing him into a world of cultural awakening and moral dilemmas. Set in Victorian England, this rich tale weaves romance, identity, and social critique, exploring the search for purpose in a divided world.

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Fables for Children and Other Stories

by Leo Tolstoy

Published: 1904-01-01. 144,401 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Children's Books

A delightful collection of tales weaves moral lessons through the adventures of animals, peasants, and magical beings. From cunning foxes to kind-hearted farmers, each story sparkles with wisdom and wit, set in Russia’s vibrant countryside. This enchanting anthology celebrates courage, kindness, and the timeless truths that guide young hearts through life’s joys and challenges.

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I and My Chimney

by Herman Melville

Published: 1856-03-01. 11,498 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Inspirational

A witty and reflective tale recounts the curious adventures of a man and his chimney. Through humor, observation, and everyday mishaps, it offers a lighthearted exploration of domestic life, human nature, and the quirks of ordinary existence.

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Passing of the Third Floor Back

by Jerome K. Jerome

Published: 1908-01-01. 7,185 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Inspirational

In a shabby London boarding house, petty quarrels and bruised ambitions fester until an enigmatic new lodger takes the third floor back. Without sermon or spectacle, his calm presence unsettles greed, softens spite, and rekindles decency. Each tenant faces a private crossroads of temptation and mercy, discovering how a single act of grace can redirect an entire life.

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Tales and Stories

by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

Published: 1891-01-01. 129,156 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

A collection of haunting and imaginative tales exploring human ambition, love, and the supernatural. From eerie mysteries to moral reflections, each story delves into the darker and more thought-provoking corners of the human experience.

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The Old Curiosity Shop

by Charles Dickens

Published: 1841-01-01. 221,037 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Coming of Age

A tender and tragic tale of a young girl and her grandfather struggling to survive amid hardship and greed. Their journey through a world of vivid characters and moral contrasts reveals the enduring power of love and innocence.

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Mardi and a voyage thither- Volume 1

by Herman Melville

Published: 1849-01-01. 98,393 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Adventure

An adventurous and philosophical journey unfolds across strange islands and mysterious seas. Encountering curious societies, moral dilemmas, and the unknown, the voyage explores human nature, society, and the search for meaning in a world both wondrous and perilous.

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Where Love is There God is Also

by Leo Tolstoy

Published: 1885-01-01. 5,182 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Christian

A lonely cobbler, grieving his family, believes his life nearly over until a humble visit from a stranger stirs his heart. Through simple encounters with beggars, laborers, and lost children, he slowly learns that true holiness lives not in grand visions, but in everyday acts of compassion toward those who cross his doorway.

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