East of Eden
John Steinbeck
Set in the rich farmland of California's Salinas Valley, this sprawling and often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, exploring themes of good and evil, love and hate, and the struggle for redemption. A masterpiece of American literature.
Electra
Sophocles
A new translation of Sophocles' Electra, a powerful and enduring Greek tragedy. This edition includes notes, an introduction, an interpretive essay, and a discussion of the play's afterlife, offering a comprehensive exploration of the themes of revenge, justice, and family conflict within the House of Atreus.
Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter
Nathaniel Hawthorne
Set in a Puritan community, The Scarlet Letter tells the story of Hester Prynne, who is forced to wear a scarlet 'A' for adultery. Experience the mysteries and ambiguities of Hawthorne's artistry as the novel explores themes of sin, guilt, and the clash between the individual and society.
Heart of Darkness and Selected Short Fiction
Joseph Conrad
A collection of Joseph Conrad's most powerful works, including the novella Heart of Darkness and selected short stories such as Youth, Amy Foster, and The Secret Sharer. These stories explore themes of imperialism, morality, and the human condition, drawing on Conrad's own experiences at sea and in the Congo.
Madame Bovary
Gustave Flaubert
A tragic story of Emma Bovary, a woman trapped in a loveless marriage, who seeks escape in romantic fantasies and extravagant desires, leading to her ultimate downfall.
Moll Flanders
Daniel Defoe
The scandalous memoirs of Moll Flanders, a woman born in Newgate Prison who navigates a life of poverty, crime, and multiple marriages in 18th-century England. Follow her journey through love, loss, and redemption as she strives for economic and social stability in a world that constantly challenges her.
Robinson Crusoe
Daniel Defoe
Shipwrecked on a deserted island, Robinson Crusoe must use his wits and courage to survive. Facing solitude, hunger, and the unknown, he builds a life for himself, only to encounter new challenges that test his resilience and resourcefulness. A timeless tale of survival, adventure, and the human spirit.
Sense and Sensibility
Jane Austen
Follow the Dashwood sisters, Elinor and Marianne, as they navigate love, society, and financial hardship in 19th-century England. Elinor embodies sense, while Marianne embraces sensibility, leading them on different paths filled with heartbreak and hope. A timeless tale of family, love, and the constraints of society.