Authors: Anonymous

In Cozy Worlds

By Abil Kile

"狄公案" by Anonymous is a fictional work likely written during the Tang dynasty. This book presents a series of detective stories centered on the main character, Di Renjie, who is portrayed as a brilliant and just magistrate. The narrative weaves through themes of justice, moral integrity, and intriguing mysteries involving various criminal cases, hi...

Authors: Keller, Helen, 1880-1968

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"The World I Live In" by Helen Keller is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. In this work, Keller shares her profound reflections on life, drawing on her experiences as a deaf-blind individual. The text delves into themes of perception, identity, and the power of human connection, emphasizing how she navigates her world throug...

Authors: Sophocles, 496? BCE-407 BCE

In Low-Violence Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"Oedipus King of Thebes" by Sophocles is a tragic play written in the 5th century BC. This classic piece of literature explores themes of fate, identity, and the pursuit of truth through the story of Oedipus, the King of Thebes, who encounters a troubling past intertwined with prophecies and dire consequences. The narrative involves a deep investig...

Authors: Walker, James Herbert

In Low-Violence Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"The Johnstown Horror!!!" by James Herbert Walker is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed narrative of the catastrophic flooding that devastated Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and surrounding villages, resulting in immense loss of life and property. The narrative is marked by graphic descriptions of the cala...

Authors: Reed, Myrtle, 1874-1911

In Cozy Worlds

By Abil Kile

"Master of the Vineyard" by Myrtle Reed is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Rosemary, a young woman reflecting on her life and circumstances while navigating a world shaped by familial obligations and unfulfilled dreams. It explores themes of love, duty, and personal aspiration against the backdrop of a vineyard that sym...

Authors: Dudeney, Henry Ernest, 1857-1930

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"The Canterbury Puzzles and Other Curious Problems" by Henry Ernest Dudeney is a collection of mathematical puzzles and riddles written in the early 20th century. The work reflects Dudeney's expertise in puzzle creation and draws inspiration from Geoffrey Chaucer’s "Canterbury Tales," intertwining the themes of travel and inquiry with the allure of...

Authors: Congreve, William, 1670-1729

In Wholesome Magic

By Abil Kile

"The Library of William Congreve" by John C. Hodges is a historical account written in the mid-20th century. This work delves into the life and literary collection of William Congreve, an important figure of the English Restoration period, known for his plays and contributions to drama. The primary focus of the book is on Congreve's personal librar...

Authors: Kikuchi, Dairoku, 1855-1917

In Clean Fantasy

By Abil Kile

"A History of the Japanese People: From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era" by Capt. F. Brinkley is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The text examines Japanese history through various cultural, political, and social lenses, tracing the development of the nation from its early origins to the close of the Meiji era....

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In Cozy Worlds

By Abil Kile

"The Red True Story Book" by Andrew Lang is a collection of historical narratives aimed at children, written in the late 19th century. This book presents a variety of true tales from history, recounting dramatic events and figures such as Joan of Arc and Major Wilson's last fight in Matabeleland. The stories are designed to be both educational and ...