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Those Barren Leaves

by Aldous Huxley

Published: 1925-01-01. 125,645 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A group of jaded aristocrats, artists, and spiritual poseurs gather in an Italian villa, chasing beauty, enlightenment, and each other’s beds. Over glittering dinners, cruel flirtations, and restless midnight arguments, their ideals crumble into gossip and betrayals, exposing the emptiness beneath all their dazzlingly clever talk.

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame

by Victor Hugo

Published: 1831-03-16. 186,806 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Amid the shadowed towers of medieval Paris, a compassionate bell ringer with a misshapen body, a radiant street dancer, and a tormented priest are bound by desire, superstition, and power. As mobs gather and cathedral bells thunder, sanctuary becomes a battleground where love, jealousy, and fate collide, forcing a fight for mercy in a city that mistakes beauty for truth.

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Wuthering Heights

by Emily Brontë

Published: 1847-11-24. 118,981 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

On a storm-swept Yorkshire moor, two fierce souls are bound by a love so wild it twists into vengeance, haunting two generations. Through shattered homes, cruel schemes, and restless ghosts, families learn how obsession can poison innocence—and how hard-won forgiveness, endurance, and love may finally quiet the winds of the past.

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War and Peace

by Leo Tolstoy

Published: 1869-01-01. 583,852 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Sweeping through ballrooms, battlefields, and quiet country estates, this epic follows intertwined families as love, ambition, and duty collide amid a nation at war. Personal dreams falter before history’s tides, yet in the search for meaning—through loss, faith, and renewal—each life reveals a profound truth about the human soul.

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Kipling Stories and Poems Every Child Should Know, Volume II

by Rudyard Kipling

Published: 1900-01-01. 49,192 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A rich collection of tales and poems filled with adventure, imagination, and timeless lessons. From brave heroes to clever animals, each story and verse captivates young readers while celebrating courage, curiosity, and the wonders of the world.

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The Works of Rudyard Kipling: One Volume Edition

by Rudyard Kipling

Published: 1900-01-01. 307,033 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A sweeping collection of tales, poems, and reflections that span continents and cultures. From the jungles of India to the heart of empire, these works explore duty, adventure, and the human spirit with wit, lyricism, and enduring insight.

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Autobiography of a Pocket-Handkerchief

by James Fenimore Cooper

Published: 1843-01-01. 53,831 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Told from the unique perspective of a humble pocket-handkerchief, this whimsical tale traces its journey through various owners and adventures. Humor, social observation, and gentle satire reveal human nature, manners, and the unexpected influence of even the smallest objects.

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Life's Handicap: Being Stories of Mine Own People

by Rudyard Kipling

Published: 1891-08-01. 108,325 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A compelling collection of tales exploring courage, hardship, and human nature. Through vivid characters and gripping narratives, it examines the struggles, triumphs, and moral choices that shape lives in both ordinary and extraordinary circumstances.

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The Day's Work

by Rudyard Kipling

Published: 1898-01-01. 108,045 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Stories of work in all its guises: bridge-builders wrestling a living river, a new-built ship discovering its soul at sea, a polo pony squadron charging as one mind, famine fighters and frontier engineers holding chaos at bay. Grit, camaraderie, and the talk of beasts and engines reveal how craft, duty, and imagination turn labor into glory—and sometimes, unexpected mercy.

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The Little Lady of the Big House

by Jack London

Published: 1916-04-01. 102,123 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A passionate and dramatic tale of love, desire, and societal expectations. Set against the backdrop of a rugged household, it explores personal freedom, relationships, and the conflicts between passion, duty, and the constraints imposed by society.

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When Winter Comes to Main Street

by Grant M. Overton

Published: 1922-01-01. 80,158 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

In a small American town settling under first snow, shopkeepers, editors, and drifters brace for the lean season ahead. Gossip, grudges, and quiet romances flare as streets grow whiter and nights longer, revealing who will cling to old ways, who will risk change, and how community survives the hardest weather with humor, stubborn pride, and unexpected grace.

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Esther's Charge: A Story for Girls

by Evelyn Everett-Green

Published: 1899-01-01. 64,939 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A heartfelt story of responsibility and growth, it follows a young girl as she faces challenges, makes difficult choices, and learns the value of honesty, courage, and kindness. Through her journey, lessons of character and perseverance come vividly to life.

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Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None

by Friedrich Nietzsche

Published: 1883-01-01. 113,520 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A solitary prophet descends from his mountain to share disturbing joys: the death of old gods, the rise of the overman, and the challenge to all herd morality. In parables, songs, and merciless laughter, he urges his listeners to embrace risk, desire, and eternal recurrence, until they can love even their own suffering and fate.

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Work: A Story of Experience

by Louisa M. Alcott

Published: 1873-01-01. 121,235 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Seeking purpose beyond convention, a determined young woman tries her hand at teaching, acting, nursing, and more, confronting disappointment, pride, and unexpected joy along the way. Friendships deepen, love awakens, and hardship tests her resolve as she learns to shape a life defined not by luck or circumstance, but by courage, work, and a growing sense of her own worth.

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Eight Cousins

by Louisa M. Alcott

Published: 1875-01-01. 73,080 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A spirited young girl, orphaned and uncertain, finds guidance, friendship, and adventure among her seven lively cousins. Through family bonds, personal growth, and gentle mischief, she learns to navigate society, discover her strengths, and embrace the joys of youth and love.

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Brenda, Her School and Her Club

by Helen Leah Reed

Published: 1900-01-01. 79,874 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A spirited girl, used to being the family favorite, faces change when her cousin joins her at a prestigious school. Navigating rivalries, a lively club, and secret crushes, she learns humility and finds true friendship. This charming tale of growth and sisterly bonds unfolds amid school adventures and festive plans in a vibrant turn-of-the-century setting.

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Napoleon's Young Neighbor

by Helen Leah Reed

Published: 1907-01-01. 48,750 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Amid the turmoil of Napoleon’s exile, a curious young islander finds herself drawn into the mystery surrounding the fallen emperor. Through secret encounters and unexpected friendship, she witnesses history’s shadow up close, learning lessons of pride, humility, and the enduring cost of greatness.

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The Forerunner, His Parables and Poems

by Kahlil Gibran

Published: 1920-01-01. 7,234 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A wanderer speaks in parables and brief, burning poems, offering counsel to lovers, rulers, prophets, and the weary of heart. He explores freedom and fate, joy and sorrow, the soul’s longing and the discipline of compassion. Lyrical, luminous, and piercingly simple, these meditations invite readers to lay down their masks and walk toward a truer life.

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The Madman: His Parables and Poems

by Kahlil Gibran

Published: 1918-01-01. 7,119 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A collection of thought-provoking parables and lyrical poems, exploring love, freedom, and the depths of the human spirit. Each piece challenges convention, offering wisdom, reflection, and a haunting beauty that lingers long after reading.

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The Prophet

by Kahlil Gibran

Published: 1923-01-01. 12,643 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A philosophical and poetic work presented as a series of poetic essays. The story centers on Almustafa, a wise man and prophet, who has lived in the city of Orphalese for twelve years.

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