Readhowyouwant: 1418 books

Same motif appears again and again in this collection of fairy tales. This is a compilation where the princesses struggle to find their only love but are tricked on the way. The work with its amazing world of imagination is bound to capture juvenile fancy as well as entertain adult readers.

Published in 1846, Mosses from an Old Manse, by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a collection of allegories. The book is named after The Old Manse, where Hawthorne and his wife lived for the first three years of their marriage. This aggregation of short stories contemplates the limitations of human imagination....

Pushkin's novella The Queen of Spades offers a superb blend of sentimentality and melodrama. The story recounts mans fascination with fortune, power and secrecy. An enthralling book that explores fatal addiction with gambling that leads many to despair and ruin.

The One I Knew Best of All (1893) is a memoir written by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The author covers her childhood and girlhood, taking the reader into confidence and depicting the delightful situations and circumstances of her youth. She starts her memoir with the Christmas holidays.

In this unique collection, life-histories of great men from different races and nationalities have been narrated. Designed to inspire the imagination and courage of children all over the world, the narratives preach that hard work and valour is required to conquer the world.

Aesop's “Fables” is regarded as the first book of juvenile literature. In these short tales the writer breathes life into the characters by endowing human qualities to animals. Written in a light-hearted tone, the writer ends each story on deep and profound moral. It is the most memorable collection of fables in world literature.

The psychology, attitudes and feelings of young minds have been beautifully depicted in this work. With carefully-drawn characters and ups and downs of sibling relations, the book delves into family life, relationships and friendships that frame and delineate characters. A tender and touching story!

“Sylvie and Bruno Concluded”, a sequel to “Sylvie and Bruno”, is as enigmatic to adults as it is to children. The book discusses some social issues that are valid even today. With the strangeness and mystery of a fairy tale, it captures the fancy of the readers. It is a beautiful amalgamation of fairyland enigma with every day realities.

George Gissings novel New Grub Street, first published in 1891, was one of the best-sellers of the Victorian era. The novel contrasts high-minded artists with those who forsake art for material gain. The work also has autobiographical elements: the protagonist struggles for recognition and respect in face of growing depravity.

A touching coming-of-age story of a young prince. He becomes lame on the way to his christening after he is dropped by a careless nurse. Later, the death of his parents leaves him at the mercy of his cruel uncle who keeps him hidden away in an isolated tower. However, a strange turn of events brings hope and love to the lonely boy. This enchanting tale is a sure treat for young readers!

Persian Letters is a satirical novel in an epistolary form. Montesquieu narrates the experiences of two fictional Persians travelling through France. Through the characters, the barbarism of contemporary French life is analyzed from an outsider's perspective. He compares European and non-European societies, role of religion, systems of government, political authority, and the role of law.

A highly interesting and engrossing book for children that provokes imagination and ideas. Craik has once again very skilfully written a tale of adventures and escapades that flares the juvenile spirit. Engrossing!

Stolen Voices is thrilling Science Fiction for young adults, suitable for ages 10 and up; explores concepts such as conformity, self-expression, caste systems, and social structures; extremely well suited for classroom and book club discussions. Life in Noveskina is designed to be harmonious and conflict-free....

''A fresh heartfelt book. Wonderland is down to earth, often funny, insightful, and unique. Silberberg explores what contemporary Zen can be while remaining true to the fundamentals and essence of the teaching. Highly recommended.'' - GENPO MERZEL ROSHI, Founder and teacher of Kanzeon international...