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War and Peace

by Leo Tolstoy

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

Categories: Fiction » Literature

War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy is an epic novel set in early 19th-century Russia during the Napoleonic Wars.

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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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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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When Winter Comes to Main Street

by Grant M. Overton

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

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Set in a provincial American town, the story portrays the rhythms, struggles, and aspirations of its people as winter settles in.

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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 philosophical prose-poem/novel in which Nietzsche presents many of his key ideas through the fictionalized voice of Zarathustra, a prophet-like figure.

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Work: A Story of Experience

by Louisa M. Alcott

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

Categories: Fiction » Literature

The novel follows a young woman determined to live independently in 19th-century America rather than rely on marriage or family for support.

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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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Last Words

by Stephen Crane

Published: 1902-01-01. 68,293 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A poignant and reflective collection capturing the final thoughts, observations, and emotions of its subjects. Through vivid imagery and introspection, it explores mortality, human experience, and the profound truths revealed in life’s concluding moments.

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The Pastor's Wife

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1914-01-01. 130,017 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A devoted pastor’s wife navigates love, duty, and social expectations in a small community. Through personal trials and quiet reflection, the story explores resilience, compassion, and the delicate balance between selfhood and service.

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Elizabeth and Her German Garden

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1898-01-01. 49,051 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A charming and witty diary of a woman’s life in the countryside, this story celebrates nature, solitude, and small pleasures. Through her observations of her garden, neighbors, and daily routines, it captures humor, reflection, and the delight of simple, independent living.

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While the Billy Boils

by Henry Lawson

Published: 1896-01-01. 86,915 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

A short story collection that depicts life in the Australian bush, particularly among miners, shearers, and itinerant workers.

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Children of the Bush

by Henry Lawson

Published: 1902-01-01. 89,208 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

Amid the harsh beauty of the Australian outback, wanderers, settlers, and dreamers carve out their lives with grit and humor. These vivid tales capture the loneliness, camaraderie, and quiet heroism of those who endure the bush, revealing the soul of a land both unforgiving and deeply human.

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Over the Sliprails

by Henry Lawson

Published: 1900-01-01. 44,513 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Literature

From backblocks pubs to drought-scarred homesteads, these linked tales follow swagmen, shearers, station hands, and the women who keep the pots boiling. With dry wit and sudden pathos, they face loneliness, mateship, bad luck, and small mercies, revealing a continent’s hard beauty—and the stubborn heart it forges along the sliprails.

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