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In ‘Nothing to Do: A Tilt at Our Best Society, ‘ Horatio Alger Jr. crafts a thought-provoking exploration of American life in the late 19th century. Using his characteristic style of earnest prose an …

In ‘Piccadilly: A Fragment of Contemporary Biography, ‘ Laurence Oliphant presents a vivid and engaging exploration of London’s vibrant society in the mid-19th century. Through a series of meticulous …

Nikolai Leskov’s ‘The Steel Flea’ is a masterful short story that weaves together elements of Russian folklore and biting social commentary. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Russia, the narra …

In ‘New Amazonia, ‘ Elizabeth Burgoyne Corbett crafts a visionary narrative that intertwines themes of feminism, utopia, and social reform. Set in a distant future where women have established a thri …

In ‘The Terrible Twins, ‘ Edgar Jepson weaves a captivating narrative that explores the complexities of familial bonds through the lens of dark humor and whimsical absurdities. Set against the backdr …

In ‘A True State of the Case of Bosavern Penlez, ‘ Henry Fielding presents a compelling narrative that deftly navigates the realms of law, morality, and the complexities of human relationships. Writt …

Come along on an adventure with one of the greatest historical novels, thrillers and romances by the author who brought the past of England to life. Contents: The Jacobite Trilogy: The Flight of the …

In ‘Cobwebs from an Empty Skull, ‘ Ambrose Bierce offers a compelling collection of satirical essays that deftly critique the absurdities of human existence and societal conventions. Bierce’s sharp w …

In ‘Hadrian the Seventh, ‘ Frederick Rolfe, writing under the pseudonym Baron Corvo, crafts a richly imaginative and controversial narrative that serves as both a satire and a meditation on the natur …

Ann Treneman, the award-winning Times writer best known for her incisive parliamentary sketches, has branched out – to graveyards. In this riveting book she takes you to the most interesting graves i …