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At the Mountains of Madness

by H. P. Lovecraft

Published: 1936-02-01. 40,245 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

A chilling Antarctic expedition uncovers an ancient, alien city buried in ice. As geologists probe its cyclopean ruins, they unravel cosmic horrors and forbidden knowledge of a prehistoric race. This eerie tale of dread and discovery, set in a frozen wasteland, probes humanity’s frail place in a vast, indifferent universe, where secrets older than time awaken terror.

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The Food of the Gods and How It Came to Earth

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1904-01-01. 76,061 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

Two eccentric scientists brew a nutrient that makes life grow without limit. Soon hens, weeds, rats—and children—swell to monstrous size, turning farms into jungles and towns into battlegrounds. As frightened authorities move to crush the “giants,” a new generation refuses to shrink back. A darkly comic fable of invention, fear, and the price of progress when growth becomes destiny.

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The New Machiavelli

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1911-01-01. 145,367 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Politics

A brilliant politician’s rise and fall exposes the clash between personal desire and public duty. Through ambition, idealism, and betrayal, the story lays bare the moral struggles behind power and the cost of pursuing greatness.

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The Sleeper Awakes

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1910-01-01. 76,943 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

The novel tells the story of Graham, an ordinary man in 1897 who falls into a mysterious coma-like sleep.

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Ann Veronica: A Modern Love Story

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1909-01-01. 98,688 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Romance

A spirited young woman in Edwardian England defies societal norms, fleeing her stifling suburban life for London’s vibrant streets. Seeking independence, she embraces education, activism, and a daring romance that challenges convention. Her journey, fraught with passion and rebellion, explores the clash between personal freedom and tradition in a world on the cusp of change.

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Tales of Space and Time

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1899-01-01. 72,992 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A collection of imaginative stories that journey through the wonders and perils of science, time, and the cosmos. From strange worlds to human ambition, each tale explores the limits of knowledge, the consequences of discovery, and the mysteries of existence.

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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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The Invisible Man: A Grotesque Romance

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1897-01-01. 49,903 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A brilliant but desperate scientist renders himself invisible and discovers it frees him from consequence—and from his own humanity. Hunted through snowy villages and London streets, he turns to theft, terror, and a scheme for dominion. As friends recoil and enemies multiply, a final, chilling pursuit asks whether a man can vanish without losing his soul.

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The Country of the Blind, and Other Stories

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1897-01-01. 161,697 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

An explorer stumbles into a hidden valley where every inhabitant is blind—and discovers that sight can be a curse. Around this fable of power and perception gather uncanny tales: meteors that redraw the skies, doors that open into lost Edens, and ants that wage imperial war. Each story tilts the familiar until it feels wonderfully, dangerously new.

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The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1895-01-01. 44,713 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A short story collection showcasing his fascination with science, human folly, and the unforeseen consequences of invention.

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The War of the Worlds

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1898-01-01. 60,937 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A science fiction novel which talks about a Martian invasion of Earth, seen through the eyes of an unnamed narrator in late Victorian England.

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The Island of Doctor Moreau

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1896-01-01. 44,245 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A gripping tale of science gone too far, where a shipwrecked man discovers a secluded island of horrific experiments. Blurring the line between human and animal, the story explores ethics, identity, and the terrifying consequences of unchecked curiosity and ambition.

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The World Set Free

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1914-01-01. 65,522 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A science fiction novel imagining the discovery of atomic energy and its consequences for humanity.

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Twelve Stories and a Dream

by H. G. Wells

Published: 1903-01-01. 73,685 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Science Fiction

A collection of short stories which showcase Wells’s range in blending fantasy, satire, science fiction, and the uncanny.

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Fräulein Schmidt and Mr. Anstruther

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1907-01-01. 88,415 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Romance

A charming and witty tale of unexpected romance, it follows two very different individuals whose paths cross in surprising ways. Through humor, misunderstandings, and heartfelt moments, the story explores love, social manners, and the delicate dance of human connection.

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The Adventures of Elizabeth in RĂĽgen

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1904-01-01. 77,071 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Humor & Comedy

A young woman embarks on a charming and introspective journey through the island of RĂĽgen. Along the way, she discovers beauty, friendship, and the subtle joys and lessons of travel, self-discovery, and personal growth.

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Vera

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1921-01-01. 79,441 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Horror

A dark and psychologically intense novel, quite different in tone from von Arnim’s usual humorous and lighthearted works.

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In the Mountains

by Elizabeth Von Arnim

Published: 1920-01-01. 59,122 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Adventure

A young woman retreats to the mountains to escape society and find solitude, reflection, and freedom. Through encounters with nature, local people, and her own thoughts, she discovers humor, insight, and the quiet joys of independent living.

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Penelope's Progress

by Kate Douglas Wiggin

Published: 1898-01-01. 59,049 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Young adult or teen

Three witty American friends decamp to the Scottish Highlands, turning sketchbook notes into misadventures: lodging scrapes, stern kirk mornings, peat fires, rainy picnics, and courtly—if confusing—romances. With barbed charm and generous heart, the narrator discovers how pride, poetry, and hospitality reshape her notions of love, class, and home.

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Mother Carey's Chickens

by Kate Douglas Wiggin

Published: 1911-01-01. 73,007 Words.

Categories: Fiction » Children's Books

In a warm New England home, a brave widow and her spirited children face hardship with humor, courage, and love. Through trials, laughter, and the kindness of strangers, they learn that true wealth lies not in money, but in family, friendship, and the steadfast hope that brightens even the darkest days.

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