John Keats (1795–1821) remains one of the most celebrated voices of English Romantic poetry. Rising from a humble background and trained as an apothecary, Keats was introduced to the literary world through Leigh Hunt’s circle. Though at first mocked as part of the so-called...

Agnes Grey by Anne Brontë is a powerful novel that draws deeply from the author’s personal experiences as a governess, shedding light on the hardships and injustices faced by 19th-century women in similar positions. The story follows Agnes, who, after her family’s financial ruin,...

The Odyssey by Homer is one of the greatest works of classic literature, recounting the perilous journey of Odysseus, the man of twists and turns. Within these timeless tales are encounters with the man-eating Cyclops, the enchantress Circe who turns men into swine, and...

The King of Attolia by Megan Whalen Turner is part of the entrancing Queen’s Thief series, a world rich with political intrigue, dangerous journeys, divine intervention, and unforgettable characters. At the center of it all is Eugenides, the cunning and charismatic thief whose wit...

The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare is one of the most famous comedies ever written, blending wit, humor, and timeless social commentary. In this play, Shakespeare tells the story of the spirited and sharp-tongued Katherina, who is unwilling to conform to traditional...

Sakamoto Days by Yuto Suzuki follows the legendary hit man Taro Sakamoto, who once struck fear into the hearts of criminals worldwide. In Sakamoto Days, Sakamoto has left his deadly past behind, settling into a peaceful life running a neighborhood store with his wife...

The Fall by Albert Camus is a profound and unsettling philosophical novel, translated by Robin Buss in Penguin Modern Classics. Jean-Baptiste Clamence, a once-successful lawyer, recounts his life over several drunken nights in an Amsterdam bar. What begins as casual conversation unfolds into a...

Exile and the Kingdom by Albert Camus is a masterful collection of short stories exploring the tension of being an outsider, even within one’s own homeland. Through evocative, lyrical prose, Camus transports readers to landscapes both harsh and beautiful—from the shimmering deserts of Algeria...

Letters from a Stoic by Seneca offers a profound glimpse into the mind of one of Rome’s greatest philosophers and statesmen. Written during years marked by ill health, exile, and political danger, these letters reveal Seneca’s unwavering commitment to Stoicism—the pursuit of wisdom, self-possession,...

The Death of Ivan Ilyich and Other Stories by Leo Tolstoy is a compelling collection born from a profound spiritual crisis, during which Tolstoy confronted the reality of death itself. These seven stories explore mortality in varied and thought-provoking ways. ‘The Death of Ivan...

Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery is a timeless classic that has touched generations with its warmth, charm, and imagination. When eleven-year-old Anne Shirley, a spirited orphan with fiery red hair, arrives at Green Gables, she discovers that Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert...

The Twisted Throne by Danielle L. Jensen is the fifth book in the bestselling Bridge Kingdom series, a sweeping tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and forbidden passion. This fantasy romance follows Ahnna, a warrior princess who once bled to defend her homeland of Ithicana...

Essential Kafka by Franz Kafka brings together some of the author’s most defining works, immersing readers in the unsettling worlds that made his name synonymous with the word “Kafkaesque.” Like George Orwell, Kafka created a vision of reality so uniquely haunting that it continues...

The Time Machine by H. G. Wells is a groundbreaking work of science fiction that first appeared in 1895 and has since become a cornerstone of the genre. The story begins with the Time Traveller recounting his extraordinary journey, in which he propels himself...

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a timeless masterpiece in the category of classic literature, set against the bleak and haunting backdrop of the Yorkshire moors. The story begins with Lockwood, a new tenant at Thrushcross Grange, who stumbles into the dark and turbulent...

Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë is a timeless masterpiece in the category of classic literature, set against the bleak and haunting backdrop of the Yorkshire moors. The story begins with Lockwood, a new tenant at Thrushcross Grange, who stumbles into the dark and turbulent...

I Fell in Love with Hope is a moving novel that blends heartbreak with resilience, reminding readers of the power of love even in the darkest times. Lancali crafts a story that is both poetic and raw, where loss and longing intertwine with the...

Meditations by Marcus Aurelius stands as one of the most profound works in the category of philosophy and classics. Written in Greek by the Roman emperor who was also a philosopher, this book was never intended for publication, yet it has endured for centuries...

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a timeless classic in the category of children’s literature, weaving a tale of loss, discovery, and healing. The book follows Mary Lennox, a lonely and spoiled girl who is sent to live with her uncle in...

The Lost Symbol by Dan Brown is a global bestseller that once again showcases his signature blend of history, symbolism, and pulse-pounding suspense. Known worldwide as the creator of The Da Vinci Code, Dan Brown brings Harvard symbologist Robert Langdon back for another gripping...