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First published in 1814, Mansfield Park is one of Jane Austens most thoughtful and morally complex novels. The story follows Fanny Price, a shy and modest young woman sent to live with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park. Raised among privilege yet treated as inferior, Fanny quietly observes the ambitions, romances, and moral failings of those around her.As charming newcomers Henry and Mary Crawford disrupt the household, questions of integrity, wealth, social status, and genuine affection come to the forefront. Through Fannys steadfast principles and inner strength, Austen explores themes of virtue, temptation, love, and personal growth.Subtle, intelligent, and richly layered, Mansfield Park offers a profound examination of character and conscience within the elegant world of Regency England.

A sweeping journey through the foundations, triumphs, and transformations of British literature.This monumental volume gathers fifty of the most influential and enduring works ever written in the English language. From the heroic epic of Beowulf to the philosophical sublimity of the Romantic poets, from Shakespeares immortal tragedies to the visionary science fiction of H. G. Wells, this collection traces the evolution of a literary tradition that shaped the modern world.Organized chronologically and thematically, the anthology reveals how medieval allegory gave way to Renaissance drama, how the novel emerged as a dominant art form, and how the nineteenth century produced a golden age of storytelling. It concludes with poetic masterpieces that continue to define the emotional and intellectual reach of English expression.Featuring: Foundational medieval epics and allegories The great tragedies and comedies of Shakespeare The birth and rise of the English novel Victorian realism and Gothic imagination Imperial adventure and early science fiction The lyric revolution of the Romantic poetsCarefully curated for both general readers and students, this edition offers a coherent and historically grounded path through over a millennium of literary achievement.A library in a single volume indispensable, timeless, and essential.Included WorksBeowulf anonymousPiers Plowman William LanglandSir Gawain and the Green Knight anonymousLe Morte dArthur Sir Thomas MaloryUtopia Thomas MoreDoctor Faustus Christopher MarloweThe Faerie Queene Edmund SpenserParadise Lost John MiltonHamlet William ShakespeareKing Lear William ShakespeareMacbeth William ShakespeareOthello William ShakespeareRomeo and Juliet William ShakespeareA Midsummer Nights Dream William ShakespeareThe Tempest William ShakespeareVolpone Ben JonsonRobinson Crusoe Daniel DefoeGullivers Travels Jonathan SwiftPamela Samuel RichardsonTom Jones Henry FieldingTristram Shandy Laurence SterneThe Vicar of Wakefield Oliver GoldsmithThe Monk Matthew Gregory LewisFrankenstein Mary ShelleyThe Last Man Mary ShelleyVathek William BeckfordPride and Prejudice Jane AustenJane Eyre Charlotte BronteWuthering Heights Emily BronteDavid Copperfield Charles DickensGreat Expectations Charles DickensOliver Twist Charles DickensMiddlemarch George EliotTess of the dUrbervilles Thomas HardyFar from the Madding Crowd Thomas HardyTreasure Island Robert Louis StevensonStrange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Robert Louis StevensonThe Picture of Dorian Gray Oscar WildeThe Time Machine H. G. WellsThe War of the Worlds H. G. WellsThe Invisible Man H. G. WellsThe Island of Doctor Moreau H. G. WellsShe H. Rider HaggardKing Solomons Mines H. Rider HaggardKim Rudyard KiplingThe Jungle Book Rudyard KiplingSongs of Innocence and of Experience William BlakeLyrical Ballads William Wordsworth & Samuel Taylor ColeridgeSelected Poems John KeatsSelected Poems Percy Bysshe Shelley

On Ghosts is Mary Shelleys fascinating essay in which she explores the art and philosophy of ghost stories and supernatural fiction. Drawing on her own experiences and literary observations, Shelley examines what makes tales of the supernatural compelling, suspenseful, and psychologically engaging.In this essay, she reflects on the origins of ghost stories, the emotional impact of fear, and the creative imagination required to craft chilling yet meaningful narratives. Offering insight into both Gothic literature and the human fascination with the unknown, On Ghosts provides a unique glimpse into the mind of one of literatures most visionary writers.Ideal for readers interested in Gothic fiction, literary theory, and the craft of storytelling, this work showcases Shelleys enduring influence on the supernatural genre.

Si puo? essere orfani di genitori viventi? Secondo lo stato civile questa condizione e? contraddittoria, ma chi avrebbe il coraggio di asserire che essa, intesa in senso psichico, non esista e non sia diffusa ai nostri giorni? Lo stesso principio psichico che avvelena i rapporti nel microcosmo sociale di una famiglia lo ritroviamo, moltiplicato e ingigantito, nel macrocosmo sociale di una civilta? consumistica che ha perduto i suoi piu? profondi, fondamentalivalori. Neonati gettati nel secchio dei rifiuti, bambini rifiutati dalla madre o violentati dal padre. Infanzia abbandonata, aggredita e giustiziata con un colpo alla testa sui marciapiedi di alcune citta? del mondo. Fanciulli che vivono una presenza parentale allapparenza premurosa e che, invece, nasconde nellOmbra di una preoccupazione narcisistica un vuoto affettivo enorme,come pure lincapacita? dei genitori di occuparsi, e non solo di preoccuparsi, dei figli.

Laura e una giovane e sensibile donna. Quando suo marito Alberto muore in un incidente stradale, il suo mondo va in pezzi e decide di chiudersi in una clinica. Qui incontra Michele, che fa parte di un gruppo di sostegno, e Serena, una donna anziana con cui fa amicizia. Ma un giorno la sua amica e socia Nadia le chiede di tornare a casa: e ammalata di tumore e ha bisogno di lei perche si occupi di sua figlia Caterina quando non ci sara piu. Laura ignora che Nadia e Alberto avevano una relazione da cui e nata Caterina. Dopo che Nadia e morta, la bambina va a vivere con Laura, che intanto si e trasferita a casa di sua madre Marta. Un giorno incontra per caso Michele, uscito anche lui dalla clinica, con cui comincia a frequentarsi. Finche la polizia lavverte che la macchina di Alberto era stata sabotata. Laura non capisce chi possa essere stato, ma non sa che Michele era sullaltra auto coinvolta nellincidente di suo marito. Gli chiede aiuto e Michele le consiglia di cercare fra gli effetti personali di Alberto, cosi Laura trova un suo vecchio cellulare su cui scopre dei messaggi inequivocqbili di una sua relazione con unaltra donna. Laura si sente di nuovo colpita duramente da questa notizia, ma non fa in tempo a riprendersi che Caterina viene rapita e, cercando di salvarla assieme a Michele, scoprira di una terribile verita che le cambiera la vita.

In July 2016, the world changed. Millions of people poured out of their homes, wandering streets, parks, and landmarks with their eyes glued to their phones. Strangers talked to strangers. Police officers played with protesters. For one glorious month, "Pokemon GO" didnt just become the most popular mobile game in history; it created a utopian social experiment."The Walking Summer" documents the chaotic launch of Niantics augmented reality hit. It tells stories of stampedes in Central Park for a Vaporeon, the server crashes that united nations in frustration, and the weird collisions between virtual monsters and real-world locations (like Holocaust museums and private backyards).This book analyzes why this specific moment happeneda perfect storm of nostalgia, new technology, and a summer where the world desperately needed a distraction. It explores the physical health benefits (millions of kilometers walked) and the sudden collapse of the hype. A nostalgic trip back to the closest thing weve had to world peace.

When a hurricane hits the US coast, FEMA officials dont just look at weather radar; they look at Waffle House. If the local Waffle House is open and serving a full menu, things are fine (Green). If they are serving a limited menu, there is no power (Yellow). If the Waffle House is closed, its a catastrophe (Red). This is not a joke; it is the official "Waffle House Index" used by the US government."The Waffle Index" explores the incredible logistics and resilience of the restaurant chain that prides itself on never closing. It details their "jump teams" of managers who rush into disaster zones and their pre-printed "no power" menus.But the book goes deeper, using Waffle House as a lens to understand modern supply chain resilience, risk management, and the economics of disaster. It contrasts the agile, decentralized response of the private sector with the often slow bureaucracy of government relief. It is a lesson on how to stay open when the world is falling apart.

In 1995, Nintendo could do no wrong. They dominated the market with the Game Boy and SNES. Then, they released the Virtual Boy. It was a bulky, tripod-mounted headset that displayed games in only two colors: black and stinging red. It caused nausea, neck pain, and headaches within minutes. It was discontinued in less than a year."The Red Headache" is the story of Gunpei Yokoi, the legendary inventor of the Game Boy, and his tragic fall from grace. It details the rushed development of the Virtual Boy, driven by a fear of missing out on the "VR craze" of the 90s. The book explains the fatal design flaws: the decision to use cheap red LEDs to save battery life and the warning labels that terrified parents into thinking the device would permanently blind their children.This is a business cautionary tale about what happens when marketing hype overrides engineering reality. It shows how the failure of the Virtual Boy humbled Nintendo, leading to the departure of its greatest visionary and a strategic pivot that eventually birthed the modern era of gaming.

Bologna e avvolta nel terrore.Un assassino si muove lungo i corsi dacqua della citta, lasciando le vittime appese come macabri trofei. Sul corpo, un segno inconfondibile: la filastrocca della Borda, la strega delle leggende popolari che terrorizza i bambini. Con la polizia in stallo e un serial killer capace di agire senza lasciare tracce, la madre superiora di un istituto religioso, un tempo orfanotrofio, si rivolge allinvestigatore privato Cesare Montanari. Ma il mistero e troppo fitto per affrontarlo da solo, cosi Cesare coinvolge Diletta Valli, avvocata dallistinto affilato e con la rara capacita di leggere le persone.Ogni vittima ha un legame con lex orfanotrofio ma quarantanni di silenzi, documenti spariti e suore terrorizzate, alzano un muro che sembra impossibile da abbattere. Intanto nella vita di Diletta tornano presenze note come lispettore Capuano e ne arrivano di nuove, come il giovane e brillante Simone, laffascinante Luca Fabbris e il giornalista Andrea Magnani, deciso a scavare ovunque non sia gradito.Mentre il passato riaffiora con tutta la sua ombra, Diletta si ritrovera a camminare su un crinale pericoloso, tra verita indicibili e nuovi demoni che si intrecciano ai suoi e scoprira che certe storie non vogliono essere raccontate ma vendicate. Un romanzo teso e avvolgente, in cui niente e come sembra. Un thriller atmosferico, che cattura e non lascia andare fino allultima riga.

Na faculdade, os melhores amigos Javier Báez e Marisol Campos fizeram a promessa de nunca namorar alguém que o outro não aprovasse. Mari sugeriu isso depois de uma série de desilusões, e Javi, que se

Rodolfo e Margareta sono due giovani dellalta borghesia ferrarese del secondo dopoguerra. Legati sin da bambini da sincera amicizia, assecondano il desiderio delle rispettive famiglie di vederli uniti in matrimonio, in parte convincendosi di provare luno per laltra un sentimento autentico. In particolare, Margareta, colta e ambiziosa, vede in Rodolfo, sognatore, amante dellarte e appassionato di enigmi, il compagno perfetto accanto al quale realizzare il suo futuro di donna emancipata. La loro festa di fidanzamento, organizzata nel prestigioso palazzo Panfilio, sara uno degli eventi mondani piu attesi, in una Ferrara ancora alle prese con la ricostruzione post conflitto. Ma proprio in quella circostanza, in unatmosfera fatata, Rodolfo incontrera Anita, una giovane musicista che gli rapira il cuore. Iniziera allora per entrambi un intenso idillio, fatto di appuntamenti segreti ed enigmatici nascondigli, in una citta complice e romantica, scenario perfetto in cui guizzano le scintille di una passione insopprimibile e al tempo stesso impossibile.

On June 30, 1908, a shockwave ripped through the remote Siberian taiga with the force of 185 Hiroshima bombs. It flattened 80 million trees over 2,000 square kilometers, yet left no crater. For decades, the Tunguska Event remained a mystery, fueling theories from antimatter to alien crash sites.This book sifts through the expeditions of Leonid Kulik and modern forensic astronomy to reconstruct the terrifying reality of a "megaton airburst." It explores the fragility of our planet in a cosmic shooting gallery and the sheer luck that this impact occurred over an uninhabited wasteland rather than a metropolis like London or St. Petersburg. A humbling look at the solar systems ability to reset civilization in a fraction of a second.

First published in 1792, A Vindication of the Rights of Woman is a groundbreaking work of political philosophy and early feminist thought. Mary Wollstonecraft argues for the education, independence, and equality of women, challenging the social and cultural norms of 18th-century Europe that limited womens opportunities and personal development.Through reasoned argument and moral philosophy, Wollstonecraft contends that women are not naturally inferior to men but appear so due to lack of access to education and societal constraints. She advocates for womens intellectual and moral development as essential to their individual fulfillment and to the progress of society as a whole.A cornerstone of feminist literature, this timeless treatise continues to inspire readers and activists, offering profound insights into gender equality, education, and human rights.

Why do poor people take payday loans with 400% interest? Why do busy executives make terrible decisions about their health? We often blame these behaviors on a lack of discipline or education. But behavioral economist Sendhil Mullainathan and psychologist Eldar Shafir propose a different, radical theory: Scarcity itself lowers your IQ."The Scarcity Trap" explains that when your brain is obsessed with a lack of somethingwhether its money, time, or caloriesit "tunnels" on that immediate problem. This tunneling consumes massive amounts of cognitive bandwidth, effectively dropping your fluid intelligence by up to 13 points (equivalent to a night without sleep).This book explores how this "bandwidth tax" leads to a vicious cycle of bad decisions that perpetuate the scarcity. It moves the conversation from "character flaws" to "design flaws" in our environment and offers structural solutions for escaping the trap. Whether you are drowning in debt or drowning in work, the psychology is the same: your brain is processing a shortage, not a life.

Mario Rossi fa l’astrologo per un giornale online. Ad agosto il capo gli impone una missione: pubblicare un pezzo al giorno in cui spieghi, con i “perché delle stelle”, tutto ciò che succede in polit

First published in 1868, Little Women is a beloved coming-of-age novel that follows the lives of the four March sistersMeg, Jo, Beth, and Amyas they grow from childhood into womanhood during the American Civil War.With warmth and emotional depth, Louisa May Alcott portrays the sisters dreams, struggles, ambitions, and bonds of family. Each sister possesses a distinct personality: Meg longs for elegance, Jo pursues literary ambition, Beth embodies quiet kindness, and Amy aspires to artistic refinement. Together, they navigate love, hardship, loss, and personal growth under the gentle guidance of their devoted mother, Marmee.Celebrated for its heartfelt storytelling and timeless themes of resilience, independence, and sisterhood, Little Women continues to inspire generations of readers with its enduring message about family, character, and the journey toward self-discovery.

Evelina Adams, a reclusive squires daughter, lives a life of solitude, tending a flourishing garden that mirrors her unfulfilled desires. When her young cousin Evelina arrives, the two become entwined in a subtle romance with Thomas Merriam, the village minister. Amid love, societal expectation, and personal sacrifice, the story explores seclusion, longing, and the passage of time in a quiet New England village.

A macabre and chilling supernatural gothic horror about a group of teenagers cursed to die on their 18th birthday from the Stoker Award shortlisted author of The Book of the Baku. Perfect for fans of Clay McLeod Chapman, The September House by Carissa Orlando and The Shining Girls by Lauren Beukes.Flynn and her friends plan to spend the night in Temple Fall, a mysterious house up on the moors with a strange history, but their planned night of drinking and teenage debauchery twists into a surreal nightmare. Suddenly forced into strange choices and places, the tight-knit group starts to fall apart. And then Jackson falls to his death.In the days that come after, Flynn finds herself trapped, as if she never left the house. Consumed by the lost secrets of her family past, and haunted by the spectre of a Victorian woman, she finds herself losing time and seeing things that arent there.Reeling from the tragedy, Flynn must rebuild her group of friends, and bring them all together to grieve and try to survive on their own. Because while they escaped Temple Fall, the house didnt let them go

"Ellis has written another exquisite contemplation; shelve this alongside her earlier works, books by Anne Lamott, and Barbara Mahanys The Book of Nature (2023)." Booklist Review, December 2025"In this beautiful book, Courtney Ellis brings us along with her on a journey through weather, the seasons, the land, and the inhabitants of this earth we call home. The juxtaposition of story and science, the natural world and spiritual growthI will never tire of works like these. Courtney has written a book that encapsulates all of this beautifully and I cannot commend this work more to you." Lore Ferguson Wilbert, from the foreword If one thing is constant, its change. You may know its coming, or it may be unexpected. It may be a change you anticipate with joy, like a new job, a wedding, or the birth of a baby. Or it may be a shift you fear or even grieve: moving to a new city, changes that come with aging, or a lost or broken relationship. No matter what kind of transition you are facing, change is difficult. How can you find peace and hope even when everything around you is shifting sand? How can your faith help you weather change?Pastor Courtney Ellis has walked alongside countless people facing changes big and small, welcome and dreaded. Shes found that the same two questions come up again and again: Why is change so hard? And where is God amid these changes? Weathering Change invites you to discover how God equips us to navigate lifes inevitable changes. Ellis offers rich spiritual reflections from Gods created world and from Scripture that help you prepare for change and show you how to journey through it with curiosity, adaptability, and resilience.In Weathering Change youll Discover how you can navigate lifes disruptive changes, big or small, with grace and courage, Learn deep lessons from Gods creation about preparing for and adapting to change, Learn how to find hope and peace amid the challenges and hurts of change, and Use the included discussion questions to explore how these principles can be applied to your life in meaningful ways. Ellis brings a unique perspective, blending theology, biblical narratives, personal insights, and stories from nature to illuminate how God remains present through times of transition. Gods "Second Book" of nature provides deep and abiding lessons to sustain us during tough transitionslessons we can learn from nesting bald eagles, metamorphosing monarch caterpillars, migrating Mobula rays, microscopic aeroplankton floating along with the breeze, and more.Though change is often painful, it is also ripe with possibilities for newness, growth, and transformation. Get your copy of Weathering Change today and begin to face change with grace and courage, finding strength in Gods ever-present guidance.

In the smoky underworld of 1860s London, a labyrinth of molly houses, crumbling estates and illicit affairs, this gloriously gothic trans retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray unfurls a twisting tale of love, deceit, and dissolution.This atmospheric reimagining is perfect for fans of Every Exquisite Thing and The Spirit Bares Its Teeth.London, 1867. Dorian Gray is wealthy, beautiful, and miserable. Heir to both the fortune and reputation of their austere, manipulative grandfather, their only moments of joy are snatched by sneaking out to their fathers gallery for secret visits. One night, they meet a sweet, talented young painter named Basil, who immediately recognizes Dorian as his new muse. Dorian is struck by the beauty and depth that Basil paints into their portraitand dares to hope there might be more to life than living as their grandfathers perfect, empty-headed heir.Basil and his friend Henry Wootton introduce Dorian to the heady world of molly houses and drag performers. But Dorians double life is shattered when a police investigation implicates them in "indecent" activities, andterrified of their grandfathers wraththey offer evidence against beloved drag performer Sybil Vane. Fleeing London in shame and disgrace, Dorian sets up a scandalous life in the country as Henrys mistress, throwing extravagant parties and breaking hearts at every turn.As Dorians spiral of self-loathing deepens, something strange happens: the portrait begins to change. Their smile becomes a little sharper, the glint in their eyes a little colder. Dorian will soon have to choose: embrace the wickedness within and become what they were always meant to be, or dare to try for something far more fragile and dangerous: a life of their own making.