Through the Looking-Glass
Through the Looking-Glass is a classic fantasy novel that follows the adventures of Alice as she falls down a rabbit hole and enters a fantastical world, where logic and reality are turned upside down. Recommended for: Readers who enjoy fantasy, adventure, and classic literature, particularly those who appreciate wit, satire, and clever wordplay. [...]
A Tangled Tale
A Tangled Tale is a unique book that combines mathematics and literature. Written by Lewis Carroll, the renowned author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this book presents a series of mathematical puzzles and problems, cleverly disguised as short stories. Recommended for: This book is perfect for those who enjoy mathematics, puzzles, and [...]
The Funambulist Pamphlets 4: Legal Theory
The Funambulist Pamphlets 4: Legal Theory is a collection of essays that explores the relationship between architecture, law, and power. Edited by Léopold Lambert, this pamphlet is part of a series of small books that archive articles published on The Funambulist, a daily architectural platform. This volume focuses on legal theory, examining [...]
Villette
Villette by Charlotte Brontë is a captivating novel that follows the story of Lucy Snowe, a young woman who flees England and a tragic past to become an instructor at a French boarding school in the town of Villette. As Lucy navigates her new life, she unexpectedly confronts her feelings of love [...]
Sylvie and Bruno
Sylvie and Bruno is a fantasy novel by Lewis Carroll, published in 1889. The book is a unique blend of fantasy, humor, and social commentary, featuring a complex narrative that weaves together multiple storylines and characters. Recommended for: Readers who enjoy fantasy, humor, and social commentary will appreciate this book. It is [...]
Shirley
Shirley is a novel written by the renowned English novelist Charlotte Brontë, published in 1849. It follows the story of two contrasting heroines set against the backdrop of the industrializing England during the Napoleonic Wars and Luddite revolts of 1811-12. Brontë combines social commentary with her characters’ more private preoccupations, showcasing the [...]
Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre is a classic Gothic novel by Charlotte Brontë, first published in 1847. It tells the story of Jane, an orphaned young woman who becomes a governess in the home of the brooding Mr. Rochester. The novel follows Jane’s journey as she overcomes a difficult childhood, forges her own path, and [...]
Frankenstein
Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein" is a must-read for fans of classic literature, Gothic fiction, and those who seek to explore moral and philosophical depths. Immerse yourself in this timeless tale as Shelley delves into the consequences of scientific ambition and raises profound questions about the essence of humanity.
The Little White Bird
The Little White Bird by J.M. Barrie is a novel that introduces the character of Peter Pan. Set in London, the story follows an older bachelor named Captain W and his relationship with a young boy named David, the son of a woman named Mary. Although Peter Pan features prominently in parts [...]
Pollyanna
Published in 1913, Pollyanna, a children’s book by American author Eleanor Hodgman Porter, became an instant success. The book’s popularity even added a new word to the English language dictionary: “Pollyanna,” which describes someone with an excessively optimistic outlook. In 1915, Porter published a sequel, Pollyanna Grows Up, which also enjoyed great [...]
Financialization: An Introduction
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The Mystery of the Blue Train
The Mystery of the Blue Train is a classic murder mystery novel by Agatha Christie, featuring her renowned detective Hercule Poirot. Set on the luxurious Blue Train traveling from London to the French Riviera, the story follows the investigation into the murder of an American heiress, Ruth Kettering. With a missing valuable [...]