Nathaniel Hawthorne 
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"Marriage, As It Was, As It Is, and As It Should Be" by Annie Besant is a thought-provoking nonfiction essay offering social commentary on marriage, relationships, and societal norms. Besan …

"Hopes and Fears for Art" by William Morris is a seminal work of art criticism and manifesto that encapsulates the essence of the Arts and Crafts Movement. Within the backdrop of the Victor …

"Quill’s Window" by B. M. Croker is a captivating novel that weaves together mystery, romance, and social dynamics against a backdrop of suspense and intrigue. The story centers on a comple …

The 18th-century collection of philosophical articles "Essays" was penned by Scottish Enlightenment philosopher David Hume. The essays’ broad range of subjects reflects Hume’s varied intere …

The Rhythm of Life by Alice Meynell is a collection of essays and poetry that delves into themes of nature, spirituality, and the human experience. Alice Meynell, known for her thoughtful and introsp …

"In the Heart of the Vosges and Other Sketches by way of a Devious Traveller" by Matilda Betham-Edwards is a charming collection of tour sketches that takes readers on a delightful journey …

First published in 1991. The volume reprints excerpts from six radical feminist journals of this crucial decade:The Lily, the Genius of Liberty, the Pioneer and Women”s Advocate, the Una, The Woman’ …

"The Future of the Women’s Movement" by Helena M. Swanwick is a thought-provoking essay advocating feminism, women’s rights, and social change. Swanwick, a prominent figure in the suffrage …

At the beginning of the twenty-first century, India stood on the brink of an exciting new era. Yet only a decade later, a series of corruption scandals and acts of violence against women had tarnishe …

George Orwell is acclaimed as one of English literature”s great essayists. Yet, while many are considered classics, as a body of work his essays have been neglected. Peter Marks provides the first s …