On the surface, Moby-Dick is a tale of revenge as Ahab, captain of the whaling ship Pequod, seeks out the whale that bit off his leg.
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The story of Aladdin is just one of the many originating from The Book of One Thousand and One Nights.
Nestled between the pumpkin carving of October and the holiday excitement of December is the month of November. It is a time to take a breather from the previous month while preparing for the chaos of the next, which also makes it perfect for catching up on some good books.
A young girl named Carissa Locke reflects on the terrible events in her life that shaped her and how, against all odds, she continued to fight for survival.
Despite being one of the deadliest mountains in the world, Everest continues to serve as a beacon for climbers and adventurers seeking to prove themselves.
The weird, wonderful, mythical, and fantastical have always fascinated both authors and readers through the ages. This has resulted in many books getting published featuring detailed descriptions of creatures and places that don’t exist.
Children of Eve by Andrew Wilson is an uncompromising view of a dystopian future in which there is nothing left but a desperate fight for survival.
Islands have long been a staple in literature and can range from exotic holiday destinations to remote places filled with danger. In many novels, the island setting plays just as crucial of a role as the characters that find themselves on the island.
The Italian Renaissance is widely believed to be the time period that ushered in the transition from the Middle Ages to modernity. It is a time known for its excellence in everything from paintings and sculptures to literature, music, science, technology, and more.
October is a month of tricks and treats, along with some reading, of course. The fall weather offers the perfect opportunity to sit back and relax with a good book.
