Books
Proposed Roads to Freedom by Bertrand Russell
Written by the British philosopher Bertrand Russell,’Proposed Roads to Freedom’ was written at the end of the first world war in the midst of rapid world change. This book is an account of progressive intellectual politics that was taking shape at the turn of the twentieth century.
The Problem of China by Bertrand Russell
A detailed study of China’s economic, political and cultural history, renowned philosopher and scholar Bertrand Russell’s book ‘The Problem of China’ can be read by social sciences scholars and economists interested in studying this region of diverse continent Asia.
Political Ideals by Bertrand Russell
Written during the upheavel of WW1, famous philosopher Bertrand Russell’s book on political philosophy, ‘Political Ideals’ was first published in the year 1917.
Mysticism and Logic and Other Essays by Bertrand Russell
Written by a Nobel Prize winner philosopher Bertrand Russell, ‘Mysticism and Logic and Other Essays’ was first published in the year 1910. This book consists articles based on how people perceive mysticism versus what it might actually be.
The Analysis of Mind by Bertrand Russell
“This book has grown out of an attempt to harmonize two different tendencies, one in psychology, the other in physics, with both of which I find myself in sympathy, although at first sight they might seem inconsistent. On the one hand, many psychologists, especially those of the behaviourist school, tend to adopt what is essentially a materialistic position, as a matter of method if not of metaphysics. They make psychology increasingly dependent on physiology and external observation, and tend to think of matter as something much more solid and indubitable than mind.” -Preface
The Monster and Other Stories by Stephen Crane
A collection of three short novellas by the famous writer Stephen Crane, ‘The Monster and Other Stories’ was first published in the year 1899. These stories are written for children and has elements of ghosts, monsters and horror.
A Field Study of the Kansas Ant-Eating Frog, Gastrophryne olivacea by Fitch
HENRY S. FITCH’s book ‘A Field Study of the Kansas Ant-Eating Frog, Gastrophryne olivacea’ is a detailed, well researched scientific work around animal habitat and life sciences. This book will interest those who wish to study about different strange species of various animals and living organisms with their different behaviors effected by their surrounding climate.
Modern Essays by Harry Morgan Ayres et al.
“Indeed the pangs of the anthologist, if he has conscience, are burdensome. There are so many considerations to be tenderly weighed; personal taste must sometimes be set aside in view of the general plan; for every item chosen half a dozen will have been affectionately conned and sifted; and perhaps some favorite pieces will be denied because the authors have reasons for withholding permission. It would be enjoyable (for me, at any rate) to write an essay on the things I have lingered over with intent to include them in this little book, but have finally sacrificed for one reason or another.” -Preface
The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Complete by Giacomo Casanova
A compandium of memoirs of the famous Italian adventurer and writer Giacomo Casanova, ‘The Memoirs of Jacques Casanova de Seingalt, 1725-1798. Complete’ was first published in the year 1894. This volume includes his memoirs that were written between 1725-1798.
The Complete Works of Jane Austen by Jane Austen
This compandium is a unique and thick volume of all works of the celebrated English novelist Jane Austen, initiated by Project Gutenberg. Read this volume if you are a Jane Austen fan or are simply interested in reading one of the most acclaimed authors of the Victorian era.
The Animal Story Book by Andrew Lang
An anthology of fictional short stories by famous Scottish poet, novelist, literary critic, and anthropologist Andrew Lang, ‘The Animal Story Book’ consists of stories about animals for children.
The Variable Man by Philip K. Dick
Philip K. Dick’s ‘The Variable Man’ is a short science fiction story. This story was first published in the year 1952 in a magazine named the Planet Stories.
The Tao Teh King, or the Tao and its Characteristics by Laozi
Written by a Chinese sage Laozi, ‘The Tao Teh King, or the Tao and its Characteristics’ is believed to be written in 6th century BC.
The Secret Agent: A Simple Tale by Joseph Conrad
Noted British author and anthropologist Joseph Conrad’s famous novel ‘The Secret Agent: A Simple Tale’ was first published in the year 1907. The novel is set in London. It revolves around the work of a spy for a country left unnamed in the novel.
The Red Badge of Courage: An Episode of the American Civil War by Stephen Crane
A war novel by renowned American author Stephen Crane, ‘The Red Badge of Courage: An Episode of the American Civil War’ was first published in the year 1895. The author has included realistic battle sequences and used impressive color imagery with ironic tone which made the novel standout.
The Liberty Minstrel by George Washington Clark
First published in the year 1844, George Washington Clark’s book ‘The Liberty Minstrel’ is a collection of lyrical poems with musical notes.
The Gentlemen’s Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness by Cecil B. Hartley
The Gentlemen’s Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness’ by Cecil B. Hartley is a “guide for a gentleman’s conduct in all his relations towards society, containing rules for the etiquette to be observed in the street, at table, in the ball room, evening party, and morning call; with full directions for polite correspondence, dress, conversation, manly exercises, and accomplishments.” -Introduction
The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Complete by Dante Alighieri
A long epic descriptive poem by the famous Italian scholar, critic and writer dante Aligheri, ‘The Divine Comedy by Dante, Illustrated, Paradise, Complete’ was composed in early 1300s.
The Cynic’s Word Book by Ambrose Bierce
First published in the year 1906, American Civil War soldier, journalist, and short story writer Ambrose Bierce’s ‘The Cynic’s Word Book’ is a satirical dictionary. This book consists of common words followed by extremely funny and witty definitions that can be read as a critical social commentary.
The Crystal Crypt by Philip K. Dick
Philip K. Dick’s ‘The Crystal Crypt’ is a short science fiction story. This story was first published in the year 1954 in a magazine named the Planet Stories.
Sandman’s Goodnight Stories by Abbie Phillips Walker
A famous collection of bedtime stories for children, famous writer Abbie Phillips Walker’s ‘Sandman’s Goodnight Stories’ was first published in the year 1921.
On War — Volume 1 by Carl von Clausewitz
First published in the year 1832, Prussian general Carl von Clausewitz’s ‘On War — Volume 1’ is a book on his war and military strategy.
Myths and Legends of China by E. T. C. Werner
Myths and Legends of China’ is a collection of mythical stories of China by E. T. C. Werner, who was a noted British diplomat in Qing Dynasty China and sinologist specialising in superstition, myths and magic. This unique and important collection of stories was first published in the year 1915.
Lord Jim by Joseph Conrad
First published in the year 1900, famous British novelist and anthropologist Joseph Conrad’s novel ‘Lord Jim’ revolves around a British seaman Jim, who is trying to come to terms with a distressing accident of leaving a ship in distress that turned his life.
Famous Modern Ghost Stories by DOROTHY SCARBOROUGH
A collection of various lectures delivered and papers presented at a seminar on popular modern ghost stories by eminent scholars, writers and critics, ‘Famous Modern Ghost Stories’ was compiled by DOROTHY SCARBOROUGH. It was first published in the year 1921.
Eva’s Adventures in Shadow-Land by Mary D. Nauman
Mary D. Nauman’s short story ‘Eva’s Adventures in Shadow-Land’ was first published in the year 1874. “She had been reading fairy-tales, after her lessons were done, all the morning; and now that dinner was over, her father gone to his office, the baby asleep, and her mother sitting quietly sewing in the cool parlor, Eva thought that she would go down across the field to the old mill-pond; and sit in the grass, and make a fairy-tale for herself.” -an excerpt
Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage by Baron George Gordon Byron Byron
Written in four parts, a lengthy poem which fits the usual style of many of the romantic poets, widely appriciated British poet Baron George Gordon Byron’s ‘Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage’ was first published in 1810s. As the following lines in the poem are “To those who gaze on thee, what language could they speak?”, it is an expression of the melancholy and disillusionment felt by a generation weary of the wars of the post-Revolutionary and Napoleonic eras.
Beyond the Door by Philip K. Dick
Famous American writer Philip K. Dick’s short story ‘Beyond the Door’ was first published in the year 1954.
Beyond Lies the Wub by Philip K. Dick
Philip K. Dick’s ‘Beyond Lies the Wub’ is a short science fiction story. This story was first published in the year 1952 in a magazine named the Planet Stories.
An Ideal Kitchen by Maria Parloa
An Ideal Kitchen’ is a self-help book by Maria Parloa. This book is a guide for all the homemakers interested in bringing some interesting twists and atiquettes to their kitchen. It was first published in the year 1887.