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In Kate Douglas Wiggin’s ‘The Diary of a Goose Girl (Illustrated Edition)’ readers are transported into the world of a young girl named Rebecca Rowena Randall who takes on the role of a goose girl an …

YOU don’t know about me without you have read a book by the name of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer; but that ain’t no matter. That book was made by Mr. Mark Twain, and he told the truth, mainly. There …

In ‘The Mantle, and Other Stories, ‘ Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol masterfully weaves a tapestry of the absurd and the grotesque, challenging societal norms through his incisive satire and vivid character …

In E. F. Benson’s ‘Paying Guests, ‘ the author deftly explores the complexities of social class and sexual tension in early 20th-century England. Set in the aftermath of World War I, the novel intric …

In F. Anstey’s comedic novel, ‘The Tinted Venus, ‘ the narrative unfolds through a satirical lens that deftly critiques Victorian social mores and the absurdities of gender roles. The story centers a …

In ‘Tales of the Long Bow, ‘ G.K. Chesterton conjures a vivid tapestry of medieval England through a series of whimsical and satirical narratives. With his characteristic wit and richly textured pros …

In ‘The Standard Household-Effect Company, ‘ William Dean Howells provides a keen exploration of American consumerism woven into a satirical narrative. The text showcases Howells’s trademark realism, …

On Murder Considered as one of the Fine Arts is an essay by Thomas De Quincey. A fictional account of a report made to a gentleman’s club regarding the visual appreciation of murder. For friends of s …

In ‘The Complete Works of Saki (Illustrated)’, readers are immersed in the wittily subversive universe of Hector Hugh Munro, known by his pen name Saki. This comprehensive collection showcases his sh …

Higher Fees is the second collection of humorous tales from Barndem Golf Club. Henry, Vic, Bob and Bill are still getting into trouble despite their best efforts and the club continues its perennial …