The Call of the Wild is a vibrant story of Buck, a big and kindhearted dog, a crossbreed between a St. Bernard and a Scotch shepherd whose carefree life of leisure was suddenly upset when he was stolen from his home in Santa Clara County, California and deported up north, to be sold in Skagway, Alaska, and taken further north, to Dawson City, Yukon, during the late 1890s Klondike Gold Rush, when strong sled dogs were in high demand. As a newcomer to the dog team delivery service - and not before long their front-runner - Buck, a dog like no other, who had been spoiled, and who had suffered, but he could not be broken, is having the time of his life. Forced to fight to survive, eventually taken by his last owner, John Thornton, to proximity of the Arctic Circle, somewhere between Yukon and Alaska, he progressively depends on his primal instincts, sheds the comforts of civilization and responds to "the call of the wild", as master of his own.

The Call of the Wild

This story was inspired by a remark of Mark Twain's to the effect that it was a pity that the best part of life came at the beginning and the worst part at the end. By trying the experiment upon only one man in a perfectly normal world I have scarcely given his idea a fair trial. Several weeks after completing it, I discovered an almost identical plot in Samuel Butler's "Note-books." The story was published in "Collier's" last summer and provoked this startling letter from an anonymous admirer in Cincinnati: "Sir-- I have read the story Benjamin Button in Colliers and I wish to say that as a short story writer you would make a good lunatic I have seen many peices of cheese in my life but of all the peices of cheese I have ever seen you are the biggest peice. I hate to waste a peice of stationary on you but I will." (F. Scott Fitzgerald)

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

The world-famous fairy tale was written by an English writer and mathematician in 1865. This book is one of the best examples of nonsense literature. In the fairy tale, the reader can see dozens of complicated philosophical, mathematical and linguistic jokes. In this story, we can find many interesting hidden meanings. The girl Alice spends her time on the river bank. She is bored. Suddenly she sees a strange white rabbit. The small animal has a big pocket watch in his paws and he is in a hurry. Alice follows the rabbit and falls into a hole. The curious girl finds herself in a phantasmagoric world inhabited by many anthropomorphic creatures. And this is only the beginning of her unusual, strange and surprising adventures.

Alice in Wonderland

The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is an adventure story about a man-cub named Mowgli. Mowgli is hunted by an evil tiger named Shere Khan. Mowgli tries to live a peaceful life with other humans, but is too wild for them and too human for the wolves. Eventually Mowgli finds a home in the jungle with a pack of his own.

The Jungle Book

A woman is hired by the mysterious master of Thornfield Hall as a governess for his young ward.

Jane Eyre

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A young girl with an overactive imagination comes of age.

Northanger Abbey

Two sisters take long journeys to love in early nineteenth-century England.

Sense and Sensibility

A Victorian dandy turns to a life of debauchery after a magical portrait stops him from aging.

The Picture of Dorian Gray

Captain Ahab, having lost his leg to the white whale Moby Dick, travels the world on a quest for vengeance.

Moby Dick: Or, The Whale

A wealthy young woman decides to take on the role of patroness and matchmaker to a young protégé, with considerably less than successful results.

Emma

An adopted child ends up tearing apart families in a quest for power and revenge.

Wuthering Heights

A young woman of uncertain parentage is taken in by a kindly guardian, while her fate and that of two other young people hinge on the outcome of an interminable legal case.

Bleak House

A girl and her grandfather struggle through a life of poverty amidst a diverse cast of memorable characters in Victorian London.

The Old Curiosity Shop

A young boy growing up in Missouri gets into all sorts of trouble and, with his friend, stumbles on a treasure.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

The adventures of a young boy and his friend, an escaped slave, on the Mississippi river in the Antebellum South.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn

A young Gascon moves to Paris to join the King’s Musketeers where he starts to investigate the kidnapping of his landlord’s wife.

The Three Musketeers

A man seeks revenge for having been falsely imprisoned years earlier.

The Count of Monte Cristo

An escaped convict steals two candlesticks and uses the proceeds to redeem himself and become an honest man.

Les Misérables

A young Jewish man’s family is falsely imprisoned and he is sent to the galleys; when he is released, he swears revenge on the Romans.

Ben Hur: A Tale of the Christ

An orphaned street-urchin follows a holy man across India during the time of the British Raj, eventually gaining an education and becoming a recruit to the Great Game of espionage against the Russians.

A Union soldier in the American Civil War longs to prove his courage in battle.

The Red Badge of Courage

A family is reunited, added to, and then threatened to be torn apart by events arising from the French Revolution.

A Tale of Two Cities

A religious fanatic’s mysterious friend helps turn him into a killer.

The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner

An ancient undead monster terrorizes Victorian London.

Dracula

A tragic scientist creates a monster in his laboratory.

Frankenstein: Or, the Modern Prometheus

A London lawyer investigates the relationship between a brilliant scientist and a misshapen misanthrope.

The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

A Gothic tale of chivalry, romance, and horror.

The Castle of Otranto

A young woman experiences a series of unfortunate situations connected to an ancient castle.

The Mysteries of Udolpho

A pious monk is led astray by a demon in disguise, while the son of a marquis tries to elope with a local nun.

The Monk: A Romance

A collection of five of Le Fanu’s short stories, including his most notable work “Carmilla,” presented as cases of the occult detective Dr. Martin Hesselius.

In a Glass Darkly

A set of overlapping tales tell the story of a mysterious, malevolent, ageless stranger.

Melmoth the Wanderer

A powerful caliph embarks on a quest to harness the powers of darkness.

Vathek: An Arabian Tale

Two beautiful sisters are forced to live under the control of their tyrannical nobleman father.

A Sicilian Romance

The Turn of the Screw

A mysterious presence terrorizes the Paris Opera.

The Phantom of the Opera

A group of middle-class Victorians find themselves pitted against an ancient Egyptian evil.

The Beetle

Fiction

Pride and Prejudice follows the turbulent relationship between Elizabeth Bennet, the daughter of a country gentleman, and Fitzwilliam Darcy, a rich aristocratic landowner. They must overcome the titular sins of pride and prejudice in order to fall in love and marry.

Pride and Prejudice

A woman in the Puritan Massachusetts Bay Colony is forced to wear the shame of her sin embroidered on her clothes.

The Scarlet Letter: A Romance

The semi-autobiographical tale of a young boy who rises up to become a successful novelist.

David Copperfield

An orphan boy living in Victorian England begins his life in extreme poverty and goes on to experience good fortune, love, rejection, wealth, and social challenges as he grows into adulthood.

Great Expectations

The story of how four young sisters grow to adulthood.

Little Women

The story of five families in Russia during the Napoleonic Wars.

War and Peace

Literary Giants

Frontiersmen and Native Americans help transport a colonel’s daughters through upper New York during the French and Indian War.

The Last of the Mohicans: A Narrative of 1757

A disinherited knight returns from the Crusades and fights back against Prince John’s reign.

Ivanhoe: A Romance

An unlikely love story between Marcus Vinicius, a Roman patrician, and Lygia, a young Christian, blooms under the backdrop of Nero’s rule in ancient Rome.

Quo Vadis: A Narrative of the Time of Nero

A daring Englishman with a secret identity rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine during the French Revolution.

The Scarlet Pimpernel

A young woman faces grave personal challenges when her family moves from a rural parish in the New Forest to the industrial North of England.

North and South

Historical Epics

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On the Origin of Species by Charles Darwin was first published in 1859. The full title of the book is 'On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life'. Darwin's book, which shows evidence of life arising by common descent, and progressing and evolving over generations through natural selection, became the foundation of evolutionary biology. At the time the book was published, there was already growing support for the concept of evolution, but that also conflicted with the Church which at the time was very intertwined with the scientific establishment in England. One of the reasons the book was so popular was because Darwin wrote it not for scientists, but for general readers.The book was delayed from 1839, and whilst various theories have been put forth for this (including Darwin's fears of religious persecution), it would seem that it was more a case of him wanting to get everything right. But in 1855, Alfred Russell Wallace published a paper which had claims regarding fossil species that seemed very close to the theories that Darwin was about to propose in On the Origin of Species. The Scottish geologist Charles Lyell urged Darwin to publish his book so as to establish priority. Within two decades of the publication of On the Origin of Species, evolutionism was a mainstream scientific theory and the term Darwinism entered the English language.
No. 3 in Neil deGrasse Tyson's Essential Book List.
Part of Anne Haight's List of Banned Books.
Part of the Encyclopaedia Britannica’s Great Books of the Western World set.
Part of the Harvard Classics set.
This book has 201,497 words, and was originally published in 1859. This text is from the 6th edition, first published in 1872.
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On the Origin of Species

Is a captivating travel memoir and scientific journal that chronicles Darwin’s five-year journey aboard the HMS Beagle from 1831 to 18361. During this expedition, Darwin explored various regions, including South America, the Galápagos Islands, and Australia, meticulously documenting his observations on geology, biology, and anthropology1. This book not only provides a vivid account of his adventures but also lays the groundwork for his later theories on evolution and natural selection1. It’s a fascinating read for anyone interested in natural history and the early scientific explorations of the 19th century1.

The Voyage of the Beagle

Is a foundational text in the field of biology and zoology, written around 350 B.C.E. In this work, Aristotle meticulously examines the anatomy, behavior, and habitats of various animal species

The History of Animals

Is one of his most significant works, laying the foundation for the branch of philosophy known as metaphysics. Written around 350 B.C.E., this text explores the nature of reality, existence, and the fundamental principles that underlie all things1. Aristotle delves into concepts such as being, substance, causality, and potentiality, seeking to understand what it means for something to exist and how different entities relate to one another1. The work is divided into several books, each addressing different aspects of metaphysical inquiry, making it a cornerstone of Western philosophical thought

Metaphysics

Is a seminal work in ancient Greek philosophy and cosmology, written around 350 B.C.E. In this treatise, Aristotle presents his astronomical theories and ideas about the physical structure of the universe1. He argues that the heavens are composed of a perfect, unchanging substance called aether, distinct from the four classical elements (earth, water, air, fire) that make up the terrestrial world1. Aristotle also proposes a geocentric model of the universe, with the Earth at its center, and describes the motions of celestial bodies as eternal and circular, reflecting their perfect nature

On the Heavens

Philosophiæ naturalis principia mathematica, also known simply as Principia, is a work published in Latin by Isaac Newton on July 5, 1687 at the request of his friend Edmund Halley, where he collects his discoveries in mechanics and mathematical calculus.

The Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy

Astronomical Geomancy

Explores the relationship between matter and consciousness through the lens of evolution. Bailey delves into how atomic substance evolves and affects all forms of life, from the cosmic to the human level. The book blends scientific concepts with spiritual insights, presenting the idea that atoms are not just physical entities but also possess a form of consciousness

The Consciousness of the Atom

 First published in 1871, is a foundational work in evolutionary biology. In this book, Darwin applies his theory of evolution to human beings, exploring how humans have evolved from earlier forms of life. He also introduces the concept of sexual selection, which he describes as a mechanism distinct from natural selection but equally important in shaping the evolution of species

The Descent Of Man

 Is a pioneering work that explores humanity’s significance within the vast cosmos. Wallace, a renowned naturalist and co-discoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection, delves into the scientific and philosophical implications of our existence in the universe

Man’s Place in the Universe

Is a seminal work that explores the mathematical and musical harmony underlying the cosmos. Kepler, a key figure in the scientific revolution, sought to explain the movements of the planets through geometric and harmonic principles.

Harmonies of the World

Great Astronomers is a book by Irish astronomer Robert Stawell Ball. Short biographies of famous astronomers including: Ptolemy; Copernicus; Tycho Brahe; Galileo; Kepler; Isaac Newton; Flamsteed; Halley; Bradley; William Herschel; Laplace; Brinkley; John Herschel; The Earl Of Rosse; Airy; Hamilton; Le Verrier; and, Adams.



Great Astronomers

Is a seminal work that explores the profound shifts in cosmological thought from the Middle Ages to the modern era. Koyré examines how the scientific revolution transformed our understanding of the universe, moving from a finite, geocentric model to an infinite, heliocentric one

The Closed World to the Infinite Universe

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Curiosities of Medical Experience is a book by British army surgeon and author J. G. Millingen, first published in 1837. The book is a veritable compendium that contains a collection of medical case studies, as well as exploring the connection between body and mind and the influence of superstitions and cultural beliefs. The author covers a wide range of subjects, including the plague, leprosy, insanity, dreams, leeches, gigantic races, speech, abstinence, memory, and much more.
This book has 228,527 words, and was originally published in 1837.
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Curiosities of Medical Experience

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Grim Narratives

A collection of prose poetry on themes such as love, beauty, and religion.

The Prophet

Benjamin Franklin writes about his youth, adventures, and achievements.

The Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin

Essayist, poet, and philosopher, Ralph Waldo Emerson, propounded a transcendental idealism emphasizing self-reliance, self-culture, and individual expression. The six essays and one address included in this volume, selected from Essays, First Series (1841) and Essays, Second Series (1844), offer a representative sampling of his views outlining that moral idealism as well as a hint of the later skepticism that colored his thought. In addition to the celebrated title essay, the others included here are "History," "Friendship," "The Over-Soul," "The Poet," and "Experience," plus the well-known and frequently read Harvard Divinity School Address.

Self-Reliance and Other Essays

The Enchiridion or Handbook of Epictetus is a short manual of Stoic ethical advice compiled by Arrian, a 2nd-century disciple of the Greek philosopher Epictetus.

The Enchiridion

Thus Spoke Zarathustra, by Friedrich Nietzsche, is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics:New introductions commissioned from today's top writers and scholars Biographies of the authors Chronologies of contemporary historical, biographical, and cultural events Footnotes and endnotes Selective discussions of imitations, parodies, poems, books, plays, paintings, operas, statuary, and films inspired by the work Comments by other famous authors Study questions to challenge the reader's viewpoints and expectations Bibliographies for further reading Indices & Glossaries, when appropriateAll editions are beautifully designed and are printed to superior...

Thus Spoke Zarathustra

'I myself am the subject of my book: it is not reasonable that you should employ your leisure on a topic so frivolous and so vain'In 1572 Montaigne retired to his estates in order to devote himself to leisure, reading and thinking. There he wrote his constantly expanding 'assays' inspired by ideas he found in the books of his library and his own experience. He discusses subjects as diverse as war-horses and cannibals, poetry and politics, sex and religion, love and friendship, ecstasy and experience. But, above all, Montaigne studied himself as a way of drawing out his own inner nature and that of men and women generally. The Essays are among the most idiosyncratic and personal works in all literature, and an engaging insight into a wise Renaissance mind, which continue to give pleasure and enlightenment to modern readers.With its extensive introduction and notes, M. A. Screech's edition of Montaigne is widely regarded as the most distinguished of recent times.

The Complete Essays

Dante journeys through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven in order to receive salvation and to find divine love.

The Divine Comedy

Product DescriptionThis anthology of the work of Baruch de Spinoza (1632-1677) presents the text of Spinoza's masterwork, the Ethics, in what is now the standard translation by Edwin Curley. Also included are selections from other works by Spinoza, chosen by Curley to make the Ethics easier to understand, and a substantial introduction that gives an overview of Spinoza's life and the main themes of his philosophy. Perfect for course use, the Spinoza Reader is a practical tool with which to approach one of the world's greatest but most difficult thinkers, a passionate seeker of the truth who has been viewed by some as an atheist and by others as a religious mystic. The anthology begins with the opening section of the Treatise on the Emendation of the Intellect, which has always moved readers by its description of the young Spinoza's spiritual quest, his dissatisfaction with the things people ordinarily strive for--wealth, honor, and sensual pleasure--and his hope that the pursuit of knowledge would lead him to discover the true good. The emphasis throughout these selections is on metaphysical, epistemological, and religious issues: the existence and nature of God, his relation to the world, the nature of the human mind and its relation to the body, and the theory of demonstration, axioms, and definitions. For each of these topics, the editor supplements the rigorous discussions in the Ethics with informal treatments from Spinoza's other works. Language NotesText: English (translation)Original Language: Latin

The ethics and selected letters

Is a classic self-help book published in 1910. It explores the idea that individuals can shape their own economic destinies through positive thinking and clear intention. Wattles presents a precise formula for acquiring wealth, emphasizing the importance of gratitude, visualization, and unwavering belief. He asserts that anyone, regardless of their circumstances, can attract prosperity by adopting a mindset focused on constructive action and positive thought

 TheTrilogy: The Science of Getting Rich, of Being Well and of Being Great

 Is a timeless essay first published in 1758. It compiles Franklin’s most famous adages and advice from his annual publication, Poor Richard’s Almanack. Presented as a speech by the fictional character Father Abraham, the essay emphasizes the virtues of hard work, frugality, and prudence. Franklin’s witty and practical sayings, such as “Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise,” offer enduring wisdom on achieving financial success and personal fulfillment

Way to Wealth

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Meditations is a personal diary written by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius. It was written primarily as a source of personal guidance and philosophical reflection for the emperor himself, but its lasting impact and widespread popularity have made it one of the great works of Stoic philosophy. The book is divided into twelve books, each consisting of short reflections and musings on various aspects of life, such as death, the meaning of existence, human relationships, and the nature of the universe. Throughout the book, Marcus emphasizes the importance of living a virtuous life, detached from worldly distractions and focused on wisdom, justice, and fortitude. He encourages readers to cultivate a serene state of mind, accepting whatever happens and focusing on what is within one's control. In addition to its philosophical insights, Meditations is also notable for its portrayal of Marcus as a Stoic philosopher-king. It provides a unique glimpse into the mind and values of one of the most powerful leaders in Roman history and reveals the central role that Stoicism played in shaping the emperor's character and worldview. The work continues to be widely read and studied by scholars and general readers alike, and it is considered one of the foundational works of Western philosophy.
Part of the Encyclopaedia Britannica’s Great Books of the Western World set.
Part of the Harvard Classics set.
This book has 73,587 words. This translation by George Long was originally published in 1889.
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Meditations

James Allen is a profound exploration of inner tranquility and spiritual growth. Published in 1907, this book delves into the power of meditation, the importance of selfless love, and the realization of perfect peace. Allen draws on principles from Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism to guide readers towards a harmonious and fulfilling life

The Way of Peace

Peaceful Progress

The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes

A young drawing teacher falls in love with his aristocratic pupil, who falls victim to a devious plot to acquire her considerable fortune.

The Woman in White

A Study In Scarlet

The Adventure of the Speckled Band

When a fabulous gem mysteriously goes missing, suspicion abounds and a hunt begins for the guilty party.

The Moonstone

An amateur sleuth visiting a country house solves the mystery of who shot the man in the locked room.

The Red House Mystery

A young New York lawyer becomes embroiled in the investigation of the mysterious murder of a wealthy man.

The Leavenworth Case: A Lawyer’s Story

Tommy and Tuppence try to solve a mystery, only to find themselves embroiled in schemes of murder, millionaires, and diplomats.

The Secret Adversary

A young reporter struggles to investigate a seemingly impossible crime, in which an assailant has escaped from a locked bedroom completely unseen.

Fiction

Literary Giants

Historical Epics

Path to exploration

Grim Narratives

Peaceful Progress

Classic Mysteries

Cinema

Epic Quests

Once Upon a Time