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Edward Bulwer-Lytton "Devereux: Book II " is a charming ancient novel that transports readers to 17th-century England’s political intrigue and romance. The narrative unit’s location against …

"The First Violin" through Jessie Fothergill is a fascinating novel that mixes elements of romance, music, and social remark. Published in the late 19th century, the tale unfolds in opposit …

"The Golden Calf" is an ancient fiction drama story book written by M. E. Braddon. Set in Victorian England, the radical recounts the lives of several characters whose fates emerge as entwi …

"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 …

"My Friend Smith: A Story of School and City Life" by Talbot Baines Reed is a classic Victorian coming-of-age tale that explores the dynamics of friendship, adventure, and education in the …

The Visionary: Pictures from Nordland" is a novel written by Norwegian author Bjornstjerne Bjornson, first published in 1870. Bjornson is renowned for his contributions to Norwegian literature a …

"Honore de Balzac Cousin Pons" is a riveting investigation of social and monetary issues in mid-nineteenth-century Parisian society. The work is part of Balzac’s massive series "La Com …

Charles De Coster’s book "Flemish Legends" is an anthology of folktales and stories from the Belgian province of Flanders. De Coster vividly captures Flanders’ rich cultural legacy and myth …

"The Garden of Survival" by means of Algernon Blackwood is a collection of supernatural and mystical memories that transport readers into the world of the unknown. Known for his mastery in …