Anthologies

Herland is a utopian novel from 1915, written by feminist Charlotte Perkins Gilman. The book describes an isolated society composed entirely of women who reproduce via parthenogenesis (asexual reprod …

‘All ready, Miss Welse, though I’m sorry we can’t spare one of the steamer’s boats.’ Frona Welse arose with alacrity and came to the first officer’s side. ‘We’re so busy, ‘ he explained, ‘and gold-ru …

In ‘Popular Tales from the Norse, ‘ the anonymous author breathes life into the rich tapestry of Norse mythology and folklore, weaving together a collection of stories that illuminate the cultural et …

This single volume brings together all of Poe’s stories and poems, and illuminates the diverse and multifaceted genius of one of the greatest and most influential figures in American literary history …

Dive into the heart of 19th-century England with George Eliot’s celebrated novel, ‘Middlemarch.’ This rich narrative unveils the lives, loves, and aspirations of the denizens of a provincial town, en …

Anne O’Hagan Shinn was an American feminist, suffragist, journalist, and writer of short stories, regularly contributing to publications such as Vanity Fair, and Harper’s. In particular, she is known …

The Complete Works of Saki (Illustrated) showcases the versatile and masterful writing of the author, Saki, known for his witty and satirical short stories. The collection includes a variety of tales …

O. Henry’s ‘Short Stories’ presents a captivating collection that exemplifies the author’s signature wit, irony, and keen observations of urban life in early 20th-century America. Each narrative enca …

Banjo Paterson lived in the city for most of his life, yet he became wildly famous in the colonies for the poems and stories he wrote about life in the Australian outback. The stories he created abou …

Richard Middleton was an English poet and author, who is remembered mostly for his short ghost stories, in particular The Ghost Ship. Middleton suffered from severe depression, known as melancholia a …