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My Memories of Eighty Years" is an autobiographical novel by Depew. He narrates about the things happening around him and the people he gets to meet in his surroundings. Considered as one of the masterpieces this is surely a must read!

From the landscapes of El Dorado to Constantinople, this is a tale of unending adventures and escapades. That optimism is not always the key to life's problems is elucidated. A tale of love amalgamated with suffering, sacrifice and pain. Captivating!

I just found out my father lost his job and we have to move. My name is Maximus but you can call me ''Max.'' I am a five-year-old yellow English Labrador Retriever and this is my first children's book in a series called ''Read with Max.'' As you read my story...

This biography amazingly captures the details of Balzac's life. Almost a complete sketch of his life the work also sheds light on his brilliancy as a writer. His far reaching influence nationally and internationally has also been discussed. A profound insight into the writer's personality.

In a remarkable and flowery language, Hudson has captured the essence of the natural beauty of England. A highly satisfying work that depicts a country through the eyes of a naturalist. His experiences and observations inspire and touch the soul. Captivating!

A collection of biographical sketches about Native American leaders. The work dwells on their lives and various aspects of their personalities. In the background is also a detailed information about the culture and society of these Indian Chieftains.

"Wessex Tales" reflects the brilliant imagination of Thomas Hardy and his ability to mingle the reality with fiction. Based on factual studies, the narratives surround the life, culture and ways of people who inhabited Wessex before Hardy. An engrossing account that captivates with its subtle humour.

This collection of essays records Meynell's ideas about different aspects of life. From some pieces of correspondences to biographical sketches the work offers a brilliant amalgamation. Meynell has beautifully expressed herself in an idiosyncratic form and style.

Pictures from Italy" is an exciting travelogue by Dickens and is one of his masterpieces. It narrates his reflections during his stay there. In ceaseless picturesque images he paints the streets and buildings as well as the life of Italy. An engrossing travelogue that reveals the history culture different classes of society and his own reactions to what he saw.

Published in 1867, William Wells Brown's Clotelle; or The Colored Heroine confronts racism and Afro-American slavery, which are presented as the foundation of a nation that prides itself on justice and democracy. The events play out in the background of the Civil War. A slave girl, Clotelle, is on a quest to save her daughter, whose father is her previous owner.

William Makepeace Thackeray's The Irish Sketchbook (1843) is a travel book about the author's travels across Ireland in 1842. He depicts the poverty in Ireland prior to the famine and describes the Irish landscape, the towns, and the transportation system at the time, as well as the geographical features of the land. He describes life in Kildare, Wicklow, Cork and other areas.

"The Alexiad" is a spectacular narrative that illustrates the mega events during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Alexius I. Here Comnena describes the political and military history of her country. She starts with the account of the rebellion through which her father ascended the throne. It also gives point of view of the royal family regarding the Byzantine war and the first crusades. Must Read!

Laws change, principles dont. Unlock the secrets that the wealthy have known for centuries. When youve finished this book, youll know how to make money, how to invest it wisely, and how to avoid the traps.

A masterpiece from Dumas' Celebrated Crime Series. Based on actual historical facts, it entertains with its fast-paced plot and vivid narrative. Engrossing!