Philip Armstrong 
What Animals Mean in the Fiction of Modernity [PDF ebook] 

The Sand-Hills of Jutland by H. C. Andersen is a poignant work of Danish literature that delves into the rural life of 19th-century Denmark. Set against the evocative landscape of Jutland, the novel …

In the Mist of the Mountains by Ethel Turner is a compelling historical novel set in 19th century Australia. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Australian landscape, featuring a dramatic …

Indian Why Stories: Sparks from War Eagle’s Lodge-Fire by Frank Bird Linderman is a collection of Native American folklore that captures the essence of Indigenous storytelling and cultural heritage. …

The Italian Twins by Lucy Fitch Perkins is a delightful children’s literature piece set in Italy. The story follows twin siblings as they embark on a journey of cultural exploration and adventure. …

The Golden Fountain Or, The Soul’s Love for God Being Some Thoughts and Confessions of One of His Lovers by Lilian Staveley is a deeply spiritual work that explores themes of devotion and divine …

Proverb Stories by Louisa May Alcott is a collection of morality tales designed to impart life lessons and family values to young readers. Each story in the collection is crafted around a well-known …

Swatty: A Story of Real Boys by Ellis Parker Butler is a charming work of early 20th-century children’s literature that offers a humorous and realistic portrayal of American boys and their …

Sam’s Chance, and How He Improved It by Horatio Alger Jr. is an inspiring piece of juvenile fiction that embodies the rags-to-riches theme prevalent in Alger’s work. The story follows Sam, a young …

Three Girls from School by L. T. Meade is a classic school story set in the 19th century, focusing on the lives of three girls at a boarding school. The novel explores themes of friendship, …

Fleur is used to balancing her two different cultures from her English Mum to her West Indian Nan but when she discovers that she can talk to animals she finds herself in a whole new world! Can her …