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Heart of Darkness by Joseph Conrad is a novella that delves into the darkness of human nature and the horrors of colonialism. It follows Charles Marlow, a sailor who travels deep into the Congo to find Kurtz, an ivory trader who has become a tyrant among the indigenous people. As Marlow journeys through the African jungle, he uncovers the brutal realities of European imperialism and the moral corruption it breeds. Kurtz's descent into madness symbolizes the destructive power of unchecked ambition. Through its vivid narrative, Heart of Darkness explores themes of civilization, savagery, and the...

"Great Expectations," a classic novel by Charles Dickens, chronicles the life of an orphan named Pip, who rises from humble beginnings to become a gentleman in Victorian England. The story, set in the early 19th century, delves into themes of social class, ambition, and personal growth.The novel opens with young Pip living with his sister, Mrs. Joe Gargery, and her blacksmith husband, Joe. Pip's life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters an escaped convict named Magwitch, whom he aids by providing food and a file to remove his shackles. This encounter leaves a lasting impact on Pip's ...

The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann David Wyss is a classic adventure novel about a Swiss family stranded on a deserted island after a shipwreck. The story follows the resourceful family—father, mother, and their four sons—as they adapt to their new environment, building a home, cultivating the land, and facing various challenges. Through their ingenuity and cooperation, they create a self-sufficient life in the wilderness, turning their ordeal into an opportunity for growth and learning. The novel celebrates family unity, survival skills, and the joys of discovery in an untamed world.

17 short stories from the book twenty-Five Ghost Stories and 13 shorts from the book Indian Ghost Stories

Carlo Collodi (1826 - 1890)Translated by Carol Della Chiesa (1887 - 1972)Do today's children still learn what a "marionette" is? The beloved story of Pinocchio may represent a last lingering picture of a world not dominated by plastic or electronic toys.Pinocchio is a puppet made from a piece of wood that curiously could talk even before being carved. A wooden-head he starts and a wooden-head he stays - until after years of misadventures caused by his laziness and failure to keep promises he finally learns to care about his family - and then he becomes a real boy.For those who have seen the ...

Ali Baba vindt een schat van roovers en neemt een deel van de schat weg. Uiteraard willen de roovers wraak nemen.

Edgar Rice Burroughs (1875 - 1950)This is the fifth of Burroughs' Tarzan novels.Tarzan finds himself bereft of his fortune and resolves to return to the jewel-room of Opar, leaving Jane to face unexpected danger at home. (Summary written by Sarah Jennings.)

Thornton W. Burgess (1874 - 1965)"The Adventures of Reddy Fox" is another installment in the series of children's stories authored by conservationist Thornton W. Burgess. In this narrative, Reddy and Granny Fox find themselves pitted against Farmer Brown's Boy, who is determined to catch Reddy for his theft of a pet chicken. As the story unfolds, Reddy interacts with various inhabitants of the Green Meadows and the Green Forest, and through his experiences, we glean valuable life lessons. These lessons include the dangers of boasting, the significance of utilizing all one's senses, the ...

The d'Artagnan Romances, Vol 1: The Three Musketeers (version 3)Alexandre Dumas (1802 - 1870)Translated by William Robson (1785 - 1863)The d'Artagnan Romances are six volumes that intertwine exciting events (real and fictionalized) from 17th-century Europe and the life of the most adored French musketeer of that period, Charles de Batz-Castelmore d'Artagnan. Volume 1 introduces d’Artagnan as a young man, seeking to earn the glory of serving in the King’s Musketeers. While in pursuit of this aim, d’Artagnan befriends three musketeers – Athos, Porthos, and Aramis – who aid him in ...

Bram Stoker (1847 - 1912)Dracula is an 1897 Gothic horror novel by Irish author Bram Stoker. It introduced Count Dracula, and established many conventions of subsequent vampire fantasy. The novel tells the story of Dracula's attempt to move from Transylvania to England so that he may find new blood and spread the undead curse, and of the battle between Dracula and a small group of men and a woman led by Professor Abraham Van Helsing. - Summary by Wikipedia

_"813"_ by Maurice Leblanc is a novel that centers on the adventures of the famous gentleman thief, Arsène Lupin. It is a thrilling detective story, full of twists, political intrigue, and clever schemes, as Lupin navigates a complex plot involving murder, espionage, and identity deception.The story begins with the murder of a prominent German industrialist, Rudolf Kesselbach, who is found dead in his hotel room in Paris. The murder shocks the public due to Kesselbach’s stature and the brutality of the crime. The police, led by Chief Inspector Lenormand, are baffled by the mystery. As they ...