“The Nightingale and the Rose” is a poignant short story written by Oscar Wilde, first published in 1888. Set in a timeless and ethereal garden, the story explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and the often harsh reality of unreciprocated affection.
“The New Dress,” a short story by Virginia Woolf, delves into the intricate web of social insecurities and self-consciousness through the lens of its protagonist, Mabel Waring.
“The Mysterious Card” by Cleveland Moffett revolves around Richard Burwell, who finds himself embroiled in an inexplicable series of events during his visit to Paris. This short story is renowned for its unresolved mystery, which kept readers hooked until Moffett released its sequel, “The Mysterious Card Unveiled.”
“The Machine Stops” by E.M. Forster, published in 1909, is a prescient dystopian novella that explores themes of technological dependence, isolation, and the erosion of human connection. The story is set in a future where humanity lives underground, sustained by a vast, omnipotent machine that provides for all their needs.”The Machine Stops” by E.M. Forster, published in 1909, is a prescient dystopian novella that explores themes of technological dependence, isolation, and the erosion of human connection. The story is set in a future where humanity lives underground, sustained by a vast, omnipotent machine that provides for all their needs
“The Lone Star Ranger” by Zane Grey, first published in 1915, is a classic Western novel that encapsulates the rugged, lawless spirit of the American frontier. The novel tells the story of Buck Duane, a young man thrust into the life of an outlaw following a fateful gunfight.
The Land of Mist is a science fiction novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, published in 1926. It follows the adventures of Professor Challenger, a character well-known from Doyle’s earlier works, as he delves into the world of spiritualism.
“The Lady in the Looking Glass” by Virginia Woolf focuses on the seemingly serene life of Isabella Tyson, whose true self is gradually revealed.
“The Gold-Bug” by Edgar Allan Poe follows the eccentric William Legrand, who, after discovering a rare beetle, believes it will lead him to a hidden treasure.
“The Food of the Gods and How It Came to Earth,” authored by H.G. Wells, delves into the creation of a substance that promotes extraordinary growth in living beings.
“The First Men in the Moon” by H.G. Wells follows two unlikely companions—Mr. Bedford, a struggling businessman, and Mr. Cavor, an eccentric scientist—as they embark on an unprecedented journey to the Moon.