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In this collection of essays Galsworthy has presented his views on various subjects. He has elucidated on customs of the upper classes and their values. This engrossing compilation proves that he is rightly famous as a master of satire.

Published in 1913, Essays and Lectures by Oscar Wilde presents the array of ideas held by the author. Expressing his views on the development of art and literature in Europe, he also discusses American trends in a detailed manner. The collection touches on the history of art in England under the influence...

A brilliant piece of philosophical discussion that displays Shelley's intellect and imagination. The book asserts the "ideal nature and essential value" of poetry and is Shelley's most important prose work. His arguments are vividly and convincingly presented.

Therese Raquin is trapped in a loveless marriage to her ill cousin Camille. Therese's torrid affair with her husband's friend Laurent changes her bitter and futile life forever. Their forbidden love leads both on a road which has only one end. Mesmerizing!

Poems (1888), by Victor Hugo, is a marvellous collection of spiritual verse, personal love poems, tranquil arbitrations, political satires, and descriptive poems. The verses showcase author's gift for storytelling and his enduring anxiety over the societal dilemmas of his age.

Through this amazing fable Tolstoy has commented on the relationship between peasantry and aristocracy. His satire elucidates the resentment he felt towards elite and their frivolous ways. This short work by the author is a must-read for learning his ideologies and beliefs.

The book analyzes all the works of the great author; here Dickens is seen as one of the greatest novelists. Chesterton does not view Dickens as the product of English Puritan society. A brilliant work that captures the essence of Dickens' work and helps the reader in understanding them.

A remarkable and unique work this book analyzes the reading habits of one of the greatest authors of all times. Kent scans the works that influenced and shaped Dickens thought processes throughout his life. Categorically concentrating on one side of his personality this work enables the reader to understand the mind that created some of the greatest works of English Literature.

As one can infer from the books title it is about the inns and taverns of Victorian England as related in Dickens' famous novel The Pickwick Papers. Written in an interesting manner it thoroughly examines Dickens true-to-life portrayal of the locations mentioned therein. Matz delves into the history of these settings and examines their current condition as well. Meticulous!

The twists and turns of this plot are riveting. One man enjoys the affection of three women despite his misdemeanour. Warner asserts that friendship and love should prevail above all hurdles. With conceit and malice as the order of the day the story unravels with a subtlety that is amazing and spellbinding!

The initial part of the story focuses on the romantic life of a middle aged man named Swann. Proust has used poetic style of words to describe the nature and environment of France. His sentence structure is impressive and filled with searing insightful and humorous criticisms of French society.

Create a lasting impression. Learn the secrets of the ''whys'' ''whens'' and ''how-tos'' of thank-you-note writing. The Art of Thank You will motivate you - or perhaps someone you know who could-use a little encouragement - to pick up a pen...

A Tale of a Tub" is a well known allegorical work and a crystal clear affirmation of Swift's misanthropy with striking religious satire on all human races. It has stirring stylistic impact on its reader due its astuteness of language. Stimulating and thought-provoking!

A remarkable novel about the exploitation of poor at the hands of aristocracy. Nekhludoff a jury member remembers how as a young man he seduced Maslova the woman currently on trial. To appease his guilty conscience he vows to reform her life. Tolstoy takes us on an absorbing journey as a man struggles against initial moral decadence to regain his lost spiritual piety. Riveting!