Death in Venice - Thomas Mann

Thomas Mann's "Death in Venice" is a poignant exploration of obsession, beauty, and the fragility of life, centering on Gustav von Aschenbach, a renowned author in his fifties who, in a moment of vuln...

11 Aug 3h 13min

"Astral Plane: Its Inhabitants, Scenery and Phenomena" by C.W. Leadbeater serves as a concise introduction to Theosophical teachings, designed to make complex ideas accessible to the everyday reader. ...

10 Aug 3h 54min

"Confessions of Nat Turner: The Leader of the Late Insurrection in Southampton VA" presents a harrowing first-person account of the events surrounding Nat Turner's Rebellion, which erupted from August...

9 Aug 46min

"Army Life in a Black Regiment" by Thomas Wentworth Higginson chronicles the experiences of the First South Carolina Volunteers, the first regiment of formerly enslaved individuals mustered into the s...

8 Aug 8h 40min

"Starlight Ranch And Other Stories Of Army Life On The Frontier" by Charles King presents five captivating tales set in the mid to late 19th century, reflecting the experiences of soldiers stationed o...

7 Aug 7h 56min

"Bacon" by Richard William Church is a compelling exploration of the life and legacy of Francis Bacon, delving into his early days, significant relationships with Queen Elizabeth and James I, and his ...

6 Aug 6h 59min

"Birds of Passage" is a poignant collection of seven poems from Walt Whitman's renowned work, "Leaves of Grass." These verses are imbued with idealism and a hopeful vision for the future, as Whitman c...

5 Aug 35min

"Astounding Stories 13 January 1931" is a captivating collection featuring six thrilling tales from renowned authors of the genre, including "The Dark Side of Antri" by Sewell Peaslee Wright and "The ...

4 Aug 7h 52min