Authors: Barrie, J. M. (James Matthew), 1860-1937

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens" by J. M. Barrie is a children's fantasy book written in the early 20th century. The story explores the magical adventures of Peter Pan, who escapes from being human to live among the birds and fairies of Kensington Gardens. Central to the tale is the whimsical setting of the Gardens and Peter's interactions with va...

Authors: Munger, Dell H., 1862-

In Low-Violence Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"The Wind Before the Dawn" by Dell H. Munger is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the Kansas prairie, capturing the struggles of its main character, Lizzie Farnshaw, a fourteen-year-old girl grappling with poverty, familial duties, and the yearning for a better life. The story explores themes of...

Authors: Murray, Andrew, 1828-1917

In Cozy Worlds

By Abil Kile

"Holy in Christ" by Andrew Murray is a Christian spiritual guidebook written in the late 19th century. This work focuses on the profound calling for believers to pursue holiness, arguing that it is essential to the Christian life and closely aligned with God’s character. The text serves as a theological exploration of what it means to be holy and h...

Authors: Tanmengdaoren

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"彭公案" by Tanmengdaoren is a historical fiction novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the character 彭公 (Pang Gong), who has been appointed as the magistrate of Sanhe County. As he embarks on his journey to his new post, he encounters various challenges and conflicts that set the stage for his efforts to maintain ju...

Authors: Scarborough, Dorothy, 1878-1935

In Low-Violence Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"Humorous Ghost Stories" by Dorothy Scarborough is a collection of short stories compiled and introduced in the early 20th century. The volume showcases a variety of ghost stories that emphasize the humor found in supernatural encounters, moving away from the traditional, somber portrayals of ghosts prevalent in earlier literature. The opening cont...

Authors: Linton, E. Lynn (Elizabeth Lynn), 1822-1898

In Wholesome Magic

By Abil Kile

"Modern Women and What is Said of Them" by E. Lynn Linton is a collection of essays written in the mid-19th century. The work addresses the evolving roles and perceptions of women in society, critiquing contemporary behaviors and societal norms surrounding femininity. It offers a critical examination of what the author sees as the decline of the id...

Authors: Fairbanks, Harold W. (Harold Wellman), 1860-

In Wholesome Magic

By Abil Kile

"Conservation Reader" by Harold W. Fairbanks is an educational publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the importance of natural resource conservation, aiming to instill environmental knowledge and responsibility, particularly among younger audiences. Through its various chapters, the book stresses the historical relatio...

Authors: Hanshangmengren, active 19th century

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"風月夢" by active 19th century Hanshangmengren is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a character who reflects on his past experiences of indulgence in the pleasures of life, particularly in relation to love and the consequences of a life spent in pursuit of fleeting desires. Through his journey, the narrative seems to...

Authors: Banyunyou

In Cozy Worlds

By Abil Kile

"引鳳蕭" by Banyunyou is a historical novel likely written during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of poetry, nature, and personal ambition against the backdrop of the Song Dynasty, centering around the character Bai Rang, a young man of talent who is also the son of a high-ranking official. As he navigates the challenges of societal ex...