Authors: Browning, Robert, 1812-1889

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By Abil Kile

"Men and Women" by Robert Browning is a collection of poetic works written in the mid-19th century. This compilation features a variety of dramatic monologues and lyrical pieces that explore themes of gender roles, the human experience, and the artistic process. Encompassing richly drawn characters like artists, philosophers, and lovers, the poems ...

Authors: Hall, H. R. (Harry Reginald), 1873-1930

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By Abil Kile

"History of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria in the Light of Recent Discovery" by L. W. King and H. R. Hall is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The volume explores the ancient civilizations of Egypt and surrounding regions, detailing significant archaeological discoveries made shortly before its publication. The ...

Authors: Nesbit, E. (Edith), 1858-1924

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By Abil Kile

"Five Children and It" by E. Nesbit is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around five siblings—Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane, and the Baby—as they spend their summer holiday in the countryside, where they encounter a magical creature known as a Psammead, or Sand-fairy. The children's adventures focus on their wis...

Authors: Plato, 428? BCE-348? BCE

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By Abil Kile

"The Theaetetus" by Plato is a philosophical dialogue likely written in the late 4th century BC. The work explores the nature of knowledge through an exchange between Socrates, the protagonist, and a young mathematician named Theaetetus, as they dissect various definitions and theories regarding the essence of knowledge. At the start of the dialogu...

Authors: Various

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By Abil Kile

"Golden Days for Boys and Girls, Vol. XII, Jan. 3, 1891" by Various is a collection of stories and articles intended for children, written during the late 19th century. This volume appears to be part of a serialized publication that offers a mix of fiction, educational content, and various forms of entertainment for young readers. The general theme...

Authors: Hammurabi, King of Babylonia, 1811? BCE-1751? BCE

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By Abil Kile

"The Oldest Code of Laws in the World" by Hammurabi is a historical account written in the early 19th century, centering on one of ancient Babylon's most significant contributions to societal governance. This compilation elucidates the laws established by King Hammurabi during his reign over Babylonia in the third millennium B.C., reflecting the le...

Authors: Leibniz, Gottfried Wilhelm, Freiherr von, 1646-1716

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By Abil Kile

"Theodicy" by G.W. Leibniz is a philosophical treatise written in the early 18th century. This work explores the relationship between divine goodness, human freedom, and the existence of evil, presenting arguments aimed at reconciling the apparent contradictions in these concepts. The book represents Leibniz's significant contribution to metaphysic...

Authors: Mukerji, S.

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By Abil Kile

"Indian Ghost Stories" by S. Mukerji is a collection of supernatural tales, written in the early 20th century. This volume delves into the rich tradition of ghost narratives prevalent in India, highlighting both cultural beliefs and personal encounters with the unexplained. The stories range from eerie manifestations to curious incidents that blur ...

Authors: Gissing, George, 1857-1903

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By Abil Kile

"New Grub Street" by George Gissing is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the struggles of a group of writers navigating the challenging landscape of literary society in London, focusing specifically on the character of Jasper Milvain, who represents a more pragmatic approach to the literary profession. The book exp...