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A Girl of the Limberlost by Gene Stratton-Porter
Authors: Stratton-Porter, Gene, 1863-1924
By Abil Kile
"A Girl of the Limberlost" by Gene Stratton-Porter is a novel written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Elnora Comstock, a determined young girl who embarks on her journey to high school while navigating the challenges of her home life and her desperate dream of securing an education amidst financial struggles and her moth...
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Clairvoyance and Occult Powers by William Walker Atkinson
Authors: Atkinson, William Walker, 1862-1932
In Cyber Ethics
By Abil Kile
"Clairvoyance and Occult Powers" by William Walker Atkinson is a comprehensive guide on psychic phenomena written in the early 20th century. This work serves as a manual for individuals interested in developing their psychic abilities, focusing on various aspects of clairvoyance, telepathy, and related occult practices. The text delves into the dif...
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Night and Day by Virginia Woolf
Authors: Woolf, Virginia, 1882-1941
By Abil Kile
"Night and Day" by Virginia Woolf is a novel written in the early 20th century, specifically during the years of modernist literature's emergence. The story revolves around Katharine Hilbery, an intelligent and contemplative young woman from an esteemed literary family, and her complex interactions with a variety of characters, including the intros...
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Toaster's Handbook: Jokes, Stories, and Quotations by Fanning and Wilson
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By Abil Kile
"Toaster's Handbook: Jokes, Stories, and Quotations" by Peggy Edmund and Harold Workman Williams is a collection of humorous anecdotes, jokes, and quotations compiled for the purpose of aiding speakers in delivering toasts, likely written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a resource for those faced with the daunting task of speaking in ...
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Love for Love: A Comedy by William Congreve
Authors: Congreve, William, 1670-1729
By Abil Kile
"Love for Love: A Comedy" by William Congreve is a play written during the late 17th century. The work revolves around themes of love, financial irresponsibility, and social commentary, centering on the complex romantic pursuits of Valentine, a young man in debt, and his love for Angelica, a wealthy woman with whom he aims to secure affection durin...
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De Orbe Novo, Volume 1 (of 2) by Pietro Martire d' Anghiera
Authors: Anghiera, Pietro Martire d', 1457-1526
In Cyber Ethics
By Abil Kile
"De Orbe Novo, Volume 1" by Pietro Martire d'Anghiera is a historical account written during the late 15th to early 16th century. The book is a chronicle of Peter Martyr's observations and experiences as a scholar and diplomat in the rapidly changing landscape of early Spanish exploration and conquest, particularly following Columbus's voyages to t...
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Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation: 1838-1839 by Fanny Kemble
Authors: Kemble, Fanny, 1809-1893
By Abil Kile
"Journal of a Residence on a Georgian Plantation: 1838-1839" by Fanny Kemble is a historical account chronicling the author's observations during her time on a plantation in Georgia in the early 19th century. The narrative offers a candid exploration of the institution of slavery, detailing the lived experiences of enslaved people, their treatment ...
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The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 2 by Marco Polo and da Pisa Rusticiano
Authors: Rusticiano, da Pisa
By Abil Kile
"The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 2" by Marco Polo and da Pisa Rusticiano is a historical account likely written in the 14th century. This volume continues the detailed narrative of Marco Polo's journeys throughout Asia, focusing specifically on his travels to the western and southwestern regions of Cathay and beyond. The narrative promises an in...
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The Playboy of the Western World: A Comedy in Three Acts by J. M. Synge
Authors: Synge, J. M. (John Millington), 1871-1909
By Abil Kile
"The Playboy of the Western World: A Comedy in Three Acts" by J. M. Synge is a play written in the early 20th century. This comedic drama takes place in a rural Irish setting, focusing on themes of identity, reputation, and the complexities of human behavior, revolving around the character Christy Mahon, a young man who claims to have killed his fa...