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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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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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Giovanni’s Room by James Baldwin
“Giovanni’s Room” by James Baldwin is a poignant and daring novel that explores themes of love, identity, and societal expectations. Set in 1950s Paris, this narrative delves into the complexities of human emotions and the struggles of a young American man grappling with his sexuality. Author’s Background James Baldwin, born in 1924 in Harlem, New York, was a prolific writer…
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The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame
“The Wind in the Willows” by Kenneth Grahame is a beloved children’s novel that has captivated readers for over a century. This enchanting tale follows the adventures of Mole, Ratty, Badger, and the irrepressible Mr. Toad as they navigate the idyllic English countryside. Author’s Background Kenneth Grahame, born in 1859 in Edinburgh, Scotland, was a prominent British writer best known…
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
“The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” by C.S. Lewis is a timeless classic that has captivated readers for generations. This enchanting tale follows the adventures of four siblings who stumble upon a magical world hidden within a wardrobe. Author’s Background C.S. Lewis, born Clive Staples Lewis in 1898 in Belfast, Northern Ireland, was a renowned British writer and scholar.…
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