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One family. One murder. One of the greatest novels ever written.The Brothers Karamazov (1880), by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is an epic exploration of faith, morality, and the eternal struggle between good and eviltold through the passions and conflicts of a single Russian family.At its center are the three Karamazov brothers: Dmitri, the impulsive sensualist; Ivan, the intellectual skeptic; and Alyosha, the gentle novice seeking spiritual truth. Their father, the corrupt and cruel Fyodor Pavlovich, becomes the target of violence, leading to a murder that throws the entire familyand their soulsinto turmoil.Through courtroom drama, philosophical debate, and moments of raw emotion, Dostoevsky probes humanitys deepest questions: Can faith survive doubt? Can freedom coexist with morality? Is redemption possible for even the most fallen?A towering achievement of world literature, The Brothers Karamazov is not just a story of crime and punishment within a familyit is a profound meditation on God, justice, and the human condition. Click "Buy Now" and experience Dostoevskys final, unforgettable masterpiece of love, faith, and redemption.

Two lives bound by letters, longing, and the weight of poverty.Poor Folk (1846), by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is his powerful debut novela tender yet heartbreaking exploration of love, dignity, and survival among societys most vulnerable.Told through an intimate series of letters, the story follows Makar Devushkin, a humble government clerk, and his distant relative Varvara Dobroselova, a poor young woman. Their correspondence reveals their daily struggles, small joys, and quiet despair as they endure poverty and social injustice in St. Petersburg.With compassion and psychological depth, Dostoevsky captures the voices of ordinary people, showing how hope and humanity endure even in the harshest conditions. The novels emotional power and social critique immediately marked Dostoevsky as one of Russias most important literary voices.Both a love story and a social commentary, Poor Folk remains a moving testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Click "Buy Now" and discover Dostoevskys poignant first novel of love, hardship, and dignity.

The Marquise of O and Other Stories by Heinrich von Kleist brings together tales that explore the tensions between desire, morality, and fate, framed in the intense and enigmatic style of the early 19th-century German author. The story that gives the volume its title, "The Marquise of O" (1808), presents a respectable widow who, after a mysterious wartime event, discovers she is pregnant without recalling having been intimate with anyone. The scandal surrounding her condition triggers a conflict between honor, truth, and social perception, as the protagonist seeks to understand what happened and defend her dignity against suspicion.Alongside this story, the volume often includes other equally powerful tales, such as "Saint Crispin and Saint Crispinian", which satirizes social classes and popular cunning; "The Earthquake in Chile", depicting how a natural disaster disrupts human relationships and challenges the fragility of moral order; and "The Duel", focusing on obsession with honor and the violent resolution of conflicts. Each story combines extreme situations with ethical dilemmas, placing characters in circumstances that force them to confront hidden passions and internal contradictions.Kleists narrative is characterized by tense pacing, direct dialogue, and unexpected twists that break reader expectations and place them in an ambiguous realm where rationality coexists with irrationality. His stories reflect a worldview in which chance and fate play decisive roles, challenging established norms and showing how life can change radically in an instant.Heinrich von Kleist (17771811) was one of the great storytellers and playwrights of German Romanticism. His work, often marked by emotional intensity and reflection on human destiny, influenced subsequent generations of European writers. In The Marquise of O and Other Stories, he offers a mosaic of tales that, beyond their historical context, continue to question readers about the fragility of morality, the power of desire, and the unpredictability of life.

One morning, he woke up and discovered he was no longer human.The Metamorphosis (1915), by Franz Kafka, is a surreal and unsettling story that has become one of the cornerstones of 20th-century literature.It begins with a shocking transformation: Gregor Samsa, a traveling salesman, awakens to find himself inexplicably changed into a monstrous insect. As he struggles to adapt to his grotesque new form, his familys love, patience, and compassion unravelrevealing not only Gregors isolation but also the fragile ties that hold human relationships together.Kafkas haunting tale is more than a story of physical metamorphosisit is a profound allegory of alienation, guilt, and the absurdity of modern existence. Blending the ordinary with the nightmarish, The Metamorphosis forces readers to confront the unsettling boundaries between self, society, and identity.Widely regarded as Kafkas masterpiece, this novella continues to resonate with readers, offering layers of meaning that are as disturbing as they are unforgettable. Click "Buy Now" and step into Kafkas unforgettable vision of transformation and human fragility.

What would you give your soul to gain the world?Faust: The Tragedy, by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, is the definitive version of the timeless legend of a man who makes a pact with the devil in his desperate search for knowledge, power, and fulfillment.The play follows Faust, a brilliant but dissatisfied scholar, who strikes a fateful bargain with Mephistopheles: unlimited pleasure and knowledge in exchange for his soul. From dazzling court intrigues to moments of tender love and ultimate despair, Goethe weaves a drama that explores ambition, temptation, and the eternal struggle between good and evil.Written over the course of Goethes life and published in two parts, Faust is both a sweeping philosophical drama and a profound meditation on humanitys quest for meaning. It is celebrated as Germanys greatest literary achievement and a cornerstone of world literature.With its blend of poetry, myth, philosophy, and theater, Faust remains as powerful and relevant today as when it first captivated audiences. Click "Buy Now" and experience Goethes monumental tragedy of the man who dared to bargain with the devil.

In the roaring 1920s, dreams glittered as brightly as the partiesbut every dream has a price.The Great Gatsby (1925), by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is the dazzling novel that captures the glamour and disillusionment of the Jazz Age.Through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway, we enter the world of Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire whose lavish parties light up Long Islands summer nights. Beneath the champagne and glitter lies Gatsbys singular obsession: his longing for Daisy Buchanan, the woman he loved and lost.As Nick witnesses the unraveling of lives entangled in desire, betrayal, and illusion, Fitzgerald weaves a story of passion and tragedy that reflects the fragile promise of the American Dream itself.Renowned for its lyrical prose and profound symbolism, The Great Gatsby stands as one of the greatest novels in American literature, as modern and resonant today as it was nearly a century ago. Click "Buy Now" and step into Fitzgeralds unforgettable vision of love, ambition, and the price of dreams.

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Knights, quests, and a kingdom of virtuean epic journey through the heart of Renaissance imagination.The Faerie Queene (15901596), by Edmund Spenser, is one of the greatest epic poems in the English language, blending myth, morality, and political allegory into a sweeping celebration of Elizabethan ideals.Written in Spensers unique verse form, the poem follows a series of heroic knights, each representing a particular virtue, as they embark on perilous quests filled with dragons, enchantresses, giants, and symbolic trials. At its center stands Gloriana, the Faerie Queene, a figure symbolizing Queen Elizabeth I and the triumph of wisdom, justice, and holiness.A dazzling fusion of romance, fantasy, and moral philosophy, The Faerie Queene not only entertained readers of its time but also shaped the course of English poetry and national identity.Though vast and richly allegorical, its timeless themes of courage, love, and virtue still resonate with modern readers who delight in epic tales of adventure and meaning. Click "Buy Now" and journey into Spensers magnificent world of knights, virtues, and timeless allegory.

What if you were born old and grew younger with each passing year?The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (1922), by F. Scott Fitzgerald, is a brilliantly inventive short story that explores time, identity, and the strange ironies of life.The tale follows Benjamin Button, a man who enters the world as an old man and ages in reverse, becoming younger as the years go by. From the bewilderment of his family to the challenges of love, career, and belonging, Benjamins life unfolds as a moving reflection on societys expectations and the fleeting nature of human experience.Blending humor, melancholy, and Fitzgeralds lyrical prose, the story is at once whimsical and deeply profound. Its exploration of life lived backwards challenges our understanding of youth, age, and what it means to truly live.Adapted into the acclaimed 2008 film, this timeless story continues to fascinate readers with its originality and emotional depth. Click "Buy Now" and discover Fitzgeralds unforgettable tale of a man out of time.

At the roulette table, fortunes are won and lives are destroyed in a single turn.The Gambler (1867), by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is a fast-paced and emotionally charged novel that exposes the destructive allure of gambling and the torment of obsession.The story is told through the eyes of Alexei Ivanovich, a young tutor working for a wealthy Russian family in a German resort town. Torn between his unrelenting passion for the beautiful Polina and his growing addiction to roulette, Alexei finds himself caught in a downward spiral of risk, temptation, and despair.Written under immense financial pressure, Dostoevsky poured his own experience of gambling addiction into the novel, giving it unmatched authenticity and urgency. The result is both a thrilling narrative and a psychological study of compulsion, freedom, and the fragile line between hope and self-destruction.Though written in haste, The Gambler remains one of Dostoevskys most compelling works, offering insight into the darker corners of human desire. Click "Buy Now" and witness Dostoevskys unforgettable tale of passion, obsession, and the price of chance.

Behind a locked gate lies a garden that will change everything.The Secret Garden (1911), by Frances Hodgson Burnett, is a heartwarming novel about discovery, resilience, and the healing power of nature and friendship.The story follows Mary Lennox, a spoiled and lonely girl sent to live with her uncle in a gloomy Yorkshire manor after the death of her parents. Wandering the grounds, Mary stumbles upon a hidden, neglected garden. As she tends it back to life with the help of new friendsDickon, a boy with a gift for animals, and Colin, her sickly cousinMary herself blossoms, finding joy, love, and belonging for the first time.A masterpiece of childrens literature, The Secret Garden is more than a story about a magical placeit is a tale of transformation, showing how compassion, growth, and nature can heal even the deepest wounds.Cherished by readers of all ages, this classic continues to inspire with its message of hope and renewal. Click "Buy Now" and unlock the timeless magic of The Secret Garden.

What does it mean to come of age in a world full of chaos and contradictions?A Raw Youth (1875), also published as The Adolescent, by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is a profound exploration of youth, family conflict, and the struggle for self-definition in a turbulent society.The novel follows Arkady Dolgoruky, the illegitimate son of a wealthy landowner, who is caught between ambition and insecurity, idealism and disillusionment. Desperate to establish his independence and prove his worth, Arkady confronts questions of morality, pride, and purposewhile grappling with the shadow of his fathers influence and the pull of Russias shifting cultural landscape.Blending psychological depth with philosophical insight, Dostoevsky examines themes of generational conflict, social change, and the eternal quest for truth. Although less famous than Crime and Punishment or The Brothers Karamazov, this novel is a hidden gem that reveals Dostoevskys unmatched ability to portray the complexities of the human soul. Click "Buy Now" and experience Dostoevskys powerful coming-of-age story of rebellion, ambition, and identity.

Walker offers smart, peppy humour and good comic characters who power her tale along with brioThe TimesWarm and well-observedGraziaWarm and funny, what a joy! Jessica Stanley, author of Consider Yourself KissedSharp and funny and full of quirk and heart, WTIA is a gorgeous book about the many paths to parenthood, and all the many ways there are to love Francesa SegalSuperb. Brilliant. I adored it... Esther Walker is smart and so funny Georgia ToffoloA funny, clever, sparkling voice Kate WeinbergMairead is single, child-free and head of a successful influencer talent agency. The young people at work may be mean to her, she hasnt seen her only sister for nine years and shes one bad date away from giving up on men completely but other than that, shes got life sorted.Until Sunshine shows up. When her militant, off-grid sister has a mysterious accident, Maireads inscrutable niece comes to stay, turning life upside down. Its just for a couple of weeks surely Mairead can manage that?But Sunshine makes her look at every single aspect of her life with different eyes. And Maireads afraid nothing will be the same again.

Poems to make your blood run cold. Poems to make your heart beat faster. Poems to sink your teeth into... Three centuries of vampiric verse.Seductively sinister, both frightening and alluring, the undead have always been the perfect vessel for humanitys fears and desires. The poems in this collection of dark delights range across centuries and languages; poems that tell stories, offer warnings, and imagine life in the shadows, by writers such as Lord Byron, Emily Dickinson, Charles Baudelaire, Anna Laetitia Barbauld, Ishmael Reed, and many more.With an introduction by Claire Kohda, author of Woman, Eating.Contents include:Chilling Tales - poems by Gottfried August Burger, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, Robert Southey, Anne Bannerman, John Stagg, Lord Byron, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, Alfred Lord Tennyson, Rafael CampoDire Warnings - poems by Heinrich August Ossenfelder, John Keats, Henry Thomas Liddell, James Clerk Maxwell, Charles Baudelaire, Christina Rossetti, Madison Julius Cawein, Rudyard Kipling, Conrad Aiken, Edna St Vincent Millay, James Weldon JohnsonThe Vampire Within - poems by Anna Laetitia Barbauld, Emily Bronte, Emily Dickinson, Walter Pater, Delmira Agustini, William Butler Yeats, Ishmael Reed, Dorothy Barresi, John Yau

Upon the death of her husband, Innocenzo Monti, Lalla Romano sought to distil the essence of their long life together. The result was In Farthest Seas: a piercingly intimate retelling of the first four years and final four months of their relationship, built from shard-like moments of connection and revelation.With precise artistry, Romano braids together seemingly minor details-the expressiveness of Innocenzos hands, the beauty of his face in sleep, a fleeting instance of pallor-that come to reveal the barest truths of life and death. Unsparing yet tender, minimal yet monumental, In Farthest Seas is a startlingly moving elegy for a great love by a vital Italian writer.

In this remarkable novel, Mahesh Rao gives voice to the forgotten and the ignored, and my lord, what a voice it is. Half Light is steeped to a sublime perfection, an astonishing literary achievement Rabih Alameddine, author of The Wrong End of the TelescopeHigh in the mountains of Darjeeling, a landslide traps the guests and staff of a crumbling hotel. Cooped up inside, two men exchange lingering glances. For Neville, this is one of many thrilling encounters - urgent kisses in stairwells and parked cars. But for hotel employee Pavan, their connection threatens to unravel everything he has kept hidden.Years later, their paths collide once more, surrounded by the towering skyscrapers and ghostly smog of Mumbai. Neville is now a restless graduate, adrift in the city, while Pavan has started a new life, away from the hills. When Neville strides into his workplace demanding a meeting, their flirtation turns fraught, and long-buried secrets threaten to tumble into the light.Set on the cusp of Indias landmark ruling to decriminalise homosexuality, this is a tender, richly atmospheric and elegantly wry story of outlawed desire - and the fragile hope for a life beyond concealment.Praise for Half Light:A stunning novel, gorgeously writtenKamila Shamsie, author of Best of FriendsA searing tour de force of shame, sex, love and identity. I was enchantedThomas Stewart, author of Real BoysTender and timeless. A quiet story of hope and survival that took my breath awaySoula Emmanuel, author of Wild Geese More than meets the expectations aroused by his debutPatrick Gale, author of Mothers Boy

Five tales of family breakdown, political struggle, and monomaniacal obsession from one of the defining voices of the European Jewish diaspora.Moving back through time from the First World War to Ancient Rome, these stories play on the tension between religion, society and individual with masterful irony. We encounter heroes and bookworms, visionaries and gadabouts, patriarchs and rebels - united across the centuries by faith, and by the intensity with which they live and die, their individual passions blazing out against the forces of history.

Can it get any worse? Never say that. Want an example? Heres one: Francesco.Francesco is a popular boy who has lots of friends and great parents, right? But the reality is quite the opposite. (But that all changes when...)And as if that werent bad enough, hes a real loser at school, targeted by three bullies. But one day he saves someone from certain death, and from that moment on, his life takes an unexpected turn...

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Those who go through life attentively recognize many connections and inevitably come across the question: Is the world a coincidence or is everything predetermined by God? And what role do we ourselves play in this with our own actions?Especially in our turbulent times, the attentive observer has many opportunities and points of reference to reflect on themselves and their surroundings and thus experience or relive karmic currents. Perhaps you can learn a lot about yourself or gain new insights, revisit places and times from your past, and understand your own karmaan experience that can point the way forward.