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Two On A Tower by Thomas Hardy. The plot concerns two – literally star-crossed – lovers: Swithin St. Cleeve, a very young amateur astronomer, and Viviette Constantine, an unhappily married and abandoned woman 8 or 9 years his senior. Each night Swithin climbs the old tower of the title, in the grounds of the Constantine estate. Lady Constantine, whose husband has been absent some years on an extended hunting and exploring journey to Africa, joins the young man in his stargazing, and supports his astronomical ambitions by buying him equipment, though his dreams of scientific renown are ...

The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux. "The Phantom of the Opera" by Gaston Leroux is a Gothic horror novel first published in 1909-1910. Set beneath the grand Paris Opera House, the story follows a mysterious, disfigured figure known as the Phantom who haunts the theater's depths. When he becomes obsessed with a young soprano named Christine Daaé, a dangerous love triangle emerges involving her childhood friend Raoul. As the Phantom's demands grow more violent and his jealousy intensifies, Christine finds herself trapped between two worlds—one above ground, one in the shadows below.

Seventeen by Booth Tarkington. "Seventeen," written by Booth Tarkington and published in 1916, is a coming-of-age novel that captures the essence of adolescence through the experiences of its protagonist, William Sylvanus Baxter. As William turns seventeen, he navigates the complexities of young love, self-importance, and societal expectations in a small Midwestern town. The story is set during a summer filled with the innocence of teenage romance, highlighted by William's infatuation with a charming newcomer, Miss Pratt. Amidst humorous situations and interactions with friends and family,...

The Sea Hawk by Rafael Sabatini. The Sea Hawk is a novel by Rafael Sabatini, originally published in 1915. The story is set in the late 16th century, and concerns a Cornish sea-faring gentleman, Sir Oliver Tressilian, who is villainously betrayed by a jealous brother. After being forced to serve as a slave on a Spanish galley, Sir Oliver is liberated by Barbary pirates. He joins the pirates under the name "Sakr-el-Bahr", the hawk of the sea, and swears vengeance against his brother.

Alice Adams by Booth Tarkington. A Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Alice Adams chronicles the attempts of a lower middle class American midwestern family at the turn of the 20th century to climb the social ladder. The eponymous heroine is at the heart of the story, a young woman who wants a better place in society and a better life. As Gerard Previn Meyer has stated, "Apart from being the contribution to social history its author conceived it to be, [Alice Adams] is something more, that something being what has attracted to it so large a public: its portrait of a (despite her faults) 'lovable ...

Carmen by Prosper Mérimée. On a trip to Spain in 1830, our narrator recounts his encounters with two strange characters: a thief named Don José Navarro and a beautiful Romani woman named Carmen...little does he know that soon, these two will be entangled in a tumultuous love affair that spells out tragedy for both parties. This novella, written and first published in 1845, has been adapted into a number of dramatic works, including the famous opera by Georges Bizet.

The Witness by Grace Livingston Hill. "The Witness" by Grace Livingston Hill is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around Paul Courtland, a senior at a university, and Stephen Marshall, a pure and innocent freshman who faces bullying from his peers due to his religious beliefs and moral character. The tale unfolds in a campus setting, exploring themes of friendship, courage, faith, and the transformative power of sacrifice. At the start of the narrative, a chaotic scene erupts in the dormitory as students mock and bully Stephen, who maintains his dignity amidst ...

The Green Mummy by Fergus Hume. "The Green Mummy" by Fergus Hume is a novel likely written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young couple, Archie Hope and Lucy Kendal, as they navigate romance against a backdrop filled with mystery and intrigue, particularly centering on a rare mummy that Lucy's archaeologist stepfather, Professor Braddock, is eager to acquire. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Archie and Lucy, who share a playful yet serious conversation about their engagement. Archie reveals the lengths he has gone to in order to gain Professor ...

The Blue Castle by Lucy Maud Montgomery. "The Blue Castle" by L. M. Montgomery tells the story of Valancy Stirling, a repressed and timid woman living under the control of her overbearing family in the small town of Deerwood. With her health being a constant concern and her life devoid of joy, Valancy finds solace in her dreams and imaginations. However, everything changes when she receives a shocking medical diagnosis, which prompts her to break free from her constrained existence. Determined to live life on her own terms, Valancy decides to seize the opportunity to experience the world ...

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame. This much-loved story follows a group of animal friends in the English countryside as they pursue adventure ... and as adventure pursues them! The chief characters - Mole, Rat, and Toad - generally lead upbeat and happy lives, but their tales are leavened with moments of terror, homesickness, awe, madcap antics, and derring-do. Although classed as children's literature, The Wind in the Willows holds a gentle fascination for adults too. The vocabulary is decidedly not "Dick and Jane", and a reader with a love of words will find new ones to ...

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The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G. K. Chesterton. "The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare" by G. K. Chesterton is a philosophical novel with elements of adventure and satire, written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the enigmatic character Gabriel Syme, a police detective who infiltrates a group of anarchists in London to uncover their plans and identities. As the narrative unfolds, it explores complex themes of order, chaos, and the nature of evil, often through witty dialogue and absurd situations that challenge conventional thinking. At the start of the novel, ...

Captain Blood by Rafael Sabatini. A novel set in the late 1600s of swashbuckling pirates in the Caribbean combines historical fact with high-paced action-packed fiction. First published 1922, the novel has been adapted to film no less than six times. The plot follows the adventures of Dr Peter Blood, an Irish physician, as his life takes dramatic twists and turns—from a local doctor to a slave and then a pirate. After fighting the Spanish in Europe as a young man, Peter Blood settled in Somerset, to recover from his war wounds and open a medical practice. Unfortunately, he became ...

Northanger Abbey by Jane Austen. Northanger Abbey follows Catherine Morland and family friends Mr. and Mrs. Allen as they visit Bath, England. Seventeen year-old Catherine spends her time visiting newly-made friends, such as Isabella Thorpe, and going to balls. Catherine finds herself pursued by Isabella's brother John Thorpe (Catherine's brother James's friend from university), and by Henry Tilney. She also becomes friends with Eleanor Tilney, Henry's younger sister. Henry captivates her with his view on novels and his knowledge of history and the world. General Tilney (Henry and Eleanor's ...

Three Years at Glenwood by Margaret Winslow. Three Years at Glenwood is a sequel to the novel Katie Robertson, in which the titular character follows her ambition to be a school teacher, and commences her education in a large city far from her home. Katie, who had overcome many challenges as part of her work in the Squantown paper mills, now faces new problems and accomplishments, both academic and social, amongst the city schoolgirls and teachers. It continues themes of how young evangelical Christians grow and develop in secular settings, and raises important questions of the late ...

The Haunted Ship by Kate Marion Tucker. "The Haunted Ship" by Kate Marion Tucker is a novel written in the late 1920s. The story follows Jo Bailey, a young boy living in coastal Maine, as he eagerly anticipates the arrival of the Seymour family for their summer vacation. Jo is soon joined by Ann, Ben, and Helen Seymour, each bringing their own distinct personalities and curiosity about their new surroundings, particularly an ominous wrecked schooner located nearby. The narrative suggests themes of adventure, friendship, and mystery, introducing readers to the anxieties and thrills of ...

Evered by Ben Ames Williams. "Evered" by Ben Ames Williams is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins by vividly depicting a northern land, filled with beauty and character, particularly focusing on the small village of Fraternity, where the lives of its hardy, rustic inhabitants intertwine in complex ways. Among the characters introduced is Evered, a harsh yet powerful farmer and butcher, whose relationship with his gentle son John and his wife Mary is central to the narrative. The opening of "Evered" paints a rich landscape and establishes a tense domestic atmosphere. ...

The Secret of Chimneys by Agatha Christie. "The Secret of Chimneys" by Agatha Christie is a suspenseful detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the charming Anthony Cade, who finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue involving royal secrets and political machinations in a fictional Balkan nation known as Herzoslovakia. As he sets off on a journey to deliver a manuscript of memoirs, he stumbles into a world of blackmail, missing persons, and a potential restoration of a monarchy. At the start of the novel, we meet Anthony Cade while he is working as a tour ...

"But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes" by Anita Loos.1928. Loos was an acclaimed American screenwriter, playwright and author. Loos is perhaps best known for her short novel Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, a satirical view of a dumb blonde showgirl from Arkansas out to get a rich husband. It was an overnight bestseller. She wrote a sequel titled But Gentlemen Marry Brunettes, which was also successful. These Jazz Age classics are written as the diaries of a flapper who travels to Europe, meets everyone and returns to the United States to marry a millionaire. A fun read.