Hamlet
William Shakespeare
A Danish prince feigns madness to exact revenge on his uncle for murdering his father. A timeless tale of betrayal, revenge, and moral corruption.
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.
Homer’s The Iliad and The Odyssey
Alberto Manguel
Explore the enduring influence and timeless appeal of Homer's epic poems, The Iliad and The Odyssey, through the insightful lens of Alberto Manguel. This biography delves into the historical context, literary significance, and lasting impact of these foundational works of Western literature.
Lord of the Flies
William Golding
Marooned on a tropical island, a group of British schoolboys descend into savagery in William Golding's timeless allegory. As order collapses and primal instincts take over, the boys' struggle for survival becomes a chilling exploration of human nature and the dark heart of civilization.
Macbeth
William Shakespeare
Betrayed by supernatural forces and driven by ruthless ambition, Macbeth murders the king and unleashes a reign of terror upon Scotland. This is a tale of ambition, betrayal, and the dark consequences of seeking power at any cost.
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.