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"A Fighting Man of Mars" is a science fiction journey novel written by way of Edgar Rice Burroughs. It is a part of Burroughs’ Barsoom collection, additionally called the John Carter of Mar …

Avis A. Burnham Stanwood’s "Fostina Woodman, the Wonderful Adventurer" stands as a timeless classic in Victorian literature, showcasing Stanwood’s talent for imaginative storytelling. Set i …

"The Master of the Shell" by Talbot Baines Reed is a captivating children’s literature classic that unfolds as a thrilling school story set in a British boarding school. Through a riveting …

"The Heart of Rachael" by Kathleen Thompson Norris is a compelling novel that weaves a tale of love, sacrifice, and resilience. The story facilities around Rachael Minot, a young woman whos …

"King of Ranleigh: A School Story" by F. S. Brereton is a classic boys’ fiction novel that immerses readers in the thrilling world of English public school life. Set in a prestigious boardi …

"The Devil’s Admiral: An Adventure Story" by Frederick Ferdinand Moore is a thrilling naval tale set against the backdrop of high-seas journey and dangerous intrigue. Set inside the 18th ce …

"A Fortunate Term" is a book published by prolific novelist Angela Brazil, who was best known for her school novels that target teenage girls. The 1913 book chronicles the misadventures and …

Introduced by Edwin Morgan. In this haunting poem from the latter part of the nineteenth century, Scots-born writer James Thomson anticipated the modern age’s nightmare vision of the city as a place …

Although "Dave Porter and His Rivals" is a complete narrative in itself, it is the seventh book in the series known as the "Dave Porter Series." It is a fictional book written by …

The Young Salesman by Jr. Horatio Alger is a 19th-century juvenile fiction novel, embodying the classic "rags-to-riches" theme prevalent in Alger’s works. The story centers on the life of a …