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A spectacular book - it is based on Lowell's extensive study of Mars. It contains several of his interesting discoveries and theories including the one about intelligent life on Mars. A must-read, especially for readers fascinated by astronomy.

A translation of "Sans dessus dessous" this is an exceptionally brilliant work. The writer unfolds the North Polar Association's plan to purchase the uninhabitable territory for the search of coal. The work greatly reflects the investigative and analytical efforts put into it. A must-read scientific fiction for all!

With layers of meanings and comprehensively drawn characters once again Henry James captures the attention of the readers.

Selected Poems of Oscar Wilde (1911) is a collection of poetry Wilde wrote when he was twenty-six years old. It is combined with some later works, including The Ballad of Reading Gaol, which displays Wilde's sensuousness and precocity. Though never well-received, Wilde's poetry is quite unique and deserves more attention than critics have been willing to give it.

Goethe set the trend of folkloric style in writing poetry. Not only was his style emulated by the poets who followed him, it also endears his poetry to the masses to this day. His ability to vividly sketch through his fertile imagination has captivated readers through the ages. Riveting!

This anthology presents some of the finest poetry by Pope. The brilliant "Pastorals" the heart-wrenching elegy and a tragic love story portray the various nuances of the seemingly simple life. Among other must-read pieces you will also find "An Essay on Criticism" in this collection the most criticaly...

An engrossing tale by Balzac it is remarkable for its masterful blend of realism and romance. Mesmerizing!

An enigmatic comic novel about a misanthrope Ebenezer Scrooge who disdains all people celebrating Christmas. But the supernatural forces soften his heart and change his attitude towards life. It is a highly pleasing account which offers several enticing glimpses of the supernatural elements.

Author's belief that man has the right to dominate nature is the gist of this story. A thrilling action-packed narrative about mans will to dominate the fierceness of sea and its creatures. Loyalty surviving dangers life on sea and the triumph of success are so vividly depicted that the reader also experiences them. Enthralling!

This title contains,The Iliad of Homer by Homer, Maggie's Visit to Oxford and Other Poems by Lewis Carroll, Poems by Oscar Wilde, American Poetry, 1922 by Amy Lowell, A Selection from the Poetry of Alexander Pope by Alexander Pope, Complete Poems by Lawrence by David Herbert Lawrence, Selected Poems...

A master piece by Chaucer. Troilus and Criseyde is considered as greatest narrative poems in English Literature. It tells a story of a young warrior Troilus who falls in love with a widow named Criseyde. Both are forced to be distant by war thus getting a test of their loyalties. The author has described human desires and emotions with empathy. Empowering!

Wilkie Collins's Mr. Wray's Cash Box: The Mask and The Mystery was published in 1851 as a Christmas book. Mr. Reuben arrives in Tidbury fleeing the police and faces additional problems when two criminals snatch away his cash box. Stranded and penniless, he is aided by his grand daughter.

David the protagonist is a most unusually happy contented naive talented and loving boy. Almost everyone tries to change him however he remains 'Just David'. He has a rare gift of playing the violin and of expressing the wonder of life to the people he encounters. He changes everyone around him for better and makes the world a sweeter place.An impressive read!

Published under pseudonyms it's a joint collection of skilfully written poems by the Bronte sisters. The work further elucidates upon the rationale behind the practice of these pseudonyms. The themes drawn from real life convey a sense of familiarity to the readers. The literary piece beautifully provides the views of the sisters. Mesmerizing!