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In ‘Main Street’ and ‘Babbitt, ‘ Sinclair Lewis masterfully critiques American societal norms in the early 20th century through incisive character studies and vivid depictions of small-town life. ‘Ma …

Are you left not having a baldy by what punters around you are saying? Does the way you hear English being spoke lack rime and raisin? If so, this is exactly the wee toady book you've been dukin …

In ‘Merton of the Movies, ‘ Harry Leon Wilson offers a satirical yet heartfelt exploration of the Hollywood film industry during the 1920s. The narrative follows Merton Gill, a naively ambitious youn …

Twenty Years After – Alexandre Dumas – Twenty Years After (French: Vingt ans après) is a novel by Alexandre Dumas, first serialized from January to August 1845. A book of The d’Artagnan Romances, it …

The ‘Damon Runyon Omnibus’ is a masterful compilation of Runyon’s short stories and vignettes, brilliantly capturing the vibrant essence of early 20th-century New York City. Renowned for his unique n …

In ‘The Spenders: A Tale of the Third Generation, ‘ Harry Leon Wilson intricately explores themes of societal values and generational conflict through vivid characterizations and sharp wit. Set in th …

The Complete Short Stories of Saki is a masterful anthology that encapsulates the wit, irony, and incisive social commentary characteristic of the Edwardian era. This collection presents a diverse ar …

In ‘Elmer Gantry, ‘ Sinclair Lewis presents a scathing critique of American religiosity through the eyes of its charismatic and morally ambiguous protagonist, Elmer Gantry. The novel, characterized b …

In ‘One Of Them, ‘ Charles James Lever intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complexities of friendship, identity, and societal expectations within a richly ornate literary style character …

‘Betsey Bobbett’ is a delightful exploration of rural American life, paralleled with a keen social commentary that captures the essence of the late 19th century. Holley’s unique voice is marked by he …