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A historical novel by George Manville Fenn describes the early days of British colonization in Australia, especially in New South Wales. The story is set on the adventurous journey of the protagonist …

‘a hell of a lot of fun and exactly the sort of comfort read you need on a rainy Sunday afternoon.’ – Perks of Being a Bookworm A woman is revealed…By day Miss Harriet Groves is a highly respectable …

Dubliners is a collection of 15 short stories by James Joyce, first published in 1914. They form a naturalistic depiction of Irish middle class life in and around Dublin in the early years of the 20t …

"The Go Ahead Boys And The Racing Motor-Boat" is an ancient Young Adult Fiction story book written by Ross Kay. Ross Kay, acknowledged for producing fascinating storytelling for more youthf …

Ismailia (1874) can be considered an autobiography of Sir Samuel W. Baker as it describes the author’s expedition to Central Africa. An exceptional narrative of Sir Samuel W. Baker’s mission to stop …

Maraton, a successful revolutionary Labour leader in Chicago, returns to his native England. Julia Trendheim and her brother, fervent Jewish socialists who had eagerly awaited his arrival, welcome hi …

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 …

Falling In With Fortune is a fictional novel written by Horatio Alger Jr. It is a complete story in itself, but it is the second of the two book volumes, the first is known as "Out For Business. …

"The Wheel of Life" by Wilhelmine von Hillern is a novel that delves into the complexities of human existence, exploring themes of destiny, personal growth, and societal expectations. Part …

First published in 1990. Although one of Jules Verne »s lesser known novels, as part of his  »Extraordinary Voyages » collection, there is still much to enjoy about  »The Floating Island »*. Written …