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The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger
“The Catcher in the Rye” by J.D. Salinger is a seminal work in American literature that captures the essence of teenage angst and rebellion. This novel, first published in 1951, has resonated with generations of readers through its portrayal of the protagonist, Holden Caulfield, and his journey through New York City. Author’s Background J.D. Salinger was an American writer born…
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One Hundred Years of Solitude by Gabriel García Márquez
“One Hundred Years of Solitude” by Gabriel García Márquez is a landmark novel in the genre of magical realism, weaving a rich tapestry of the Buendía family’s history over seven generations. This epic tale, set in the fictional town of Macondo, explores themes of love, power, and destiny. Author’s Background Gabriel García Márquez, born in 1927 in Aracataca, Colombia, was…
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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen
“Pride and Prejudice” by Jane Austen is a beloved classic that has captivated readers for over two centuries. This novel, first published in 1813, explores themes of love, social class, and personal growth through the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Author’s Background Jane Austen was born in 1775 in Steventon, Hampshire, England. She was the seventh of eight…
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Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters
“Tipping the Velvet” by Sarah Waters is a mesmerizing novel that delves into themes of identity, love, and self-discovery. Set in the vibrant world of Victorian England, this historical fiction explores the life of Nan King, an oyster girl who embarks on a journey of transformation and empowerment. Author’s Background Sarah Waters, born in 1966 in Neyland, Pembrokeshire, Wales, is…
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Call Me by Your Name by André Aciman
“Call Me by Your Name” by André Aciman is a captivating novel that explores themes of love, desire, and self-discovery. Set in the idyllic Italian Riviera during the 1980s, this coming-of-age story follows the intense and transformative romance between Elio Perlman and Oliver. Author’s Background André Aciman, born in 1951 in Alexandria, Egypt, is an acclaimed author and professor known…
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Fingersmith by Sarah Waters
“Fingersmith” by Sarah Waters is a gripping historical crime novel that delves into themes of deception, identity, and love. Set in Victorian England, this intricate tale follows the lives of two young women, Sue Trinder and Maud Lilly, whose fates become entwined through a series of elaborate schemes and betrayals. Author’s Background Sarah Waters, born in 1966 in Neyland, Pembrokeshire,…
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Less by Andrew Sean Greer
“Less” by Andrew Sean Greer is a delightful and poignant novel that explores themes of love, aging, and self-discovery through the eyes of Arthur Less, a struggling novelist. This Pulitzer Prize-winning book takes readers on a humorous and touching journey around the world as Arthur attempts to escape his problems and his ex-boyfriend’s wedding. Author’s Background Andrew Sean Greer, born…
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Orlando by Virginia Woolf
“Orlando” by Virginia Woolf is a groundbreaking novel that explores themes of gender, identity, and time. This imaginative and satirical biography follows the life of its protagonist, Orlando, who transforms from a nobleman in Elizabethan England to a woman living through the centuries. Author’s Background Virginia Woolf, born in 1882 in London, England, was a central figure in the modernist…
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The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde
“The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde is a captivating novel that delves into themes of beauty, morality, and the human soul. This Gothic and philosophical tale follows the life of Dorian Gray, a young man who remains eternally youthful while his portrait ages and bears the marks of his sins. Author’s Background Oscar Wilde, born in 1854 in…
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Stone Butch Blues by Leslie Feinberg
“Stone Butch Blues” by Leslie Feinberg is a groundbreaking novel that explores themes of gender identity, resilience, and the struggle for acceptance. This semi-autobiographical work follows the life of Jess Goldberg, a stone butch lesbian navigating the complexities of identity and society in the mid-20th century. Author’s Background Leslie Feinberg, born in 1949 in Kansas City, Missouri, was a prominent…
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