Authors: Marc, Franz, 1880-1916

In Philosophy

By Cynthia Morris

"Briefe, Aufzeichnungen und Aphorismen. Erster Band" by Franz Marc is a collection of letters and reflections written during the early 20th century, likely around the time of World War I. The work encapsulates the artist's thoughts and experiences while serving in the military, covering a range of subjects from the war's brutality to his personal a...

Authors: Sciens

In Adventure

By Cynthia Morris

Authors: Kuperman, Leon

In Mystery

By Cynthia Morris

"Korean—English Dictionary" by Leon Kuperman is a bilingual reference book written in the early 21st century. This dictionary serves as a comprehensive resource that provides translations and meanings of Korean words and phrases into English. It is specifically tailored for language learners, travelers, and anyone interested in understanding the Ko...

Authors: Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937

In Mystery

By Cynthia Morris

"The Shunned House" by H. P. Lovecraft is a horror novelette written in October 1924. Based on a real house in Providence, Rhode Island, the story follows a narrator and his uncle as they investigate mysterious deaths and illnesses plaguing residents for over a century. Strange fungi, foul odors, and yellowish vapors in the cellar hint at something...

Authors: Joyce, James, 1882-1941

In Historical Fiction

By Cynthia Morris

"Dubliners" by James Joyce is a collection of fifteen short stories written from 1904 to 1907 and published in 1914. Set in early twentieth-century Dublin, these stories portray Irish middle-class life through a lens of paralysis and disillusionment. Joyce holds up a mirror to his countrymen, exploring themes of nationalism, Catholicism, and Britis...

Authors: Wundt, Wilhelm Max, 1832-1920

In Adventure

By Cynthia Morris

"Leibniz: Zu seinem zweihundertjährigen Todestag 14. November 1916" by Wilhelm Wundt is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work provides an exploration of the life and contributions of the eminent philosopher and mathematician Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz, particularly focusing on his impact on both science and philosophy, as...

Authors: Smith, George Adam, 1856-1942

In Philosophy

By Cynthia Morris

"The Expositor's Bible: The Book of the Twelve Prophets, Vol. 1" by George Adam Smith is a theological exposition written in the early 20th century. This volume serves as a scholarly analysis of the Minor Prophets in the Hebrew Bible, specifically focusing on the books of Amos, Hosea, and Micah. It aims to explore the historical context, critical i...

Authors: Luther, Mark Lee, 1872-1951

In Philosophy

By Cynthia Morris

"The Crucible" by Mark Lee Luther is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers around Jean Fanshaw, a rebellious young woman who finds herself committed to a refuge for young girls after a series of conflicts with her family. The narrative explores themes of gender identity, societal expectations, and personal freedom as Jean grap...

Authors: Nostradamus, 1503-1566

In Adventure

By Cynthia Morris

"The True Prophecies or Prognostications of Michael Nostradamus" is a collection of predictions and interpretations written in the mid-17th century, translated and annotated by Theophilus de Garencieres. The work explores the prophecies of Michel Nostradamus, a renowned figure in astrology and medicine, who is known for his mysterious and often cry...