Authors: Sabatini, Rafael, 1875-1950

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Taylor

Authors: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905

In Productivity

By Elizabeth Taylor

"Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas: An Underwater Tour of the World" by Jules Verne is a classic science fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The book embarks on an adventurous underwater journey with Professor Aronnax, his servant Conseil, and Canadian harpooner Ned Land, as they seek to uncover the mystery of a giant sea creature ...

Authors: Scott, Walter, 1771-1832

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Taylor

"Waverley; Or, 'Tis Sixty Years Since" by Sir Walter Scott is a novel written in the early 19th century that explores themes of national identity and romantic adventure in Scotland. The story follows Edward Waverley, a young Englishman caught in the turmoil of the Jacobite uprisings of the 1740s, as he navigates his loyalties and aspirations amid t...

Authors: London, Jack, 1876-1916

In Work Habits

By Elizabeth Taylor

"The Iron Heel" by Jack London is a dystopian novel written during the early 20th century, particularly reflective of the socio-political climate in the United States. The story is told through the eyes of Avis Everhard, who chronicles the rise of a repressive oligarchy in a future America, detailing her husband Ernest Everhard's revolutionary acti...

Authors: Nietzsche, Friedrich Wilhelm, 1844-1900

In Time Management

By Elizabeth Taylor

"Human, All-Too-Human: A Book for Free Spirits, Part 1" by Friedrich Nietzsche is a philosophical work written in the late 19th century. This text, structured as a collection of aphorisms, explores the nature of humanity, morality, and culture, encouraging readers to shake off idealistic and traditional views to embrace a more realistic, human-cent...

Authors: George Hurlstone Hardy, 1845-1930?

In Focus & Discipline

By Elizabeth Taylor

"The Book of the Fly" by George Hurlstone Hardy is a nature study written in the early 20th century. This informative work explores the house-fly and its impact on human health, addressing the growing concerns over its role as a vector for diseases. The author aims to present scientific concepts in an accessible manner, making it suitable for both ...

Authors: Furnivall, Frederick James, 1825-1910

In Productivity

By Elizabeth Taylor

"The Babees' Book: Medieval Manners for the Young" by Frederick James Furnivall is a historical guidebook written during the early 20th century, specifically in the 1910s. This book serves as a translation and adaptation of medieval texts aimed at teaching young people about manners and etiquette in a courtly setting, reflecting the social norms of...

Authors: Blasco Ibáñez, Vicente, 1867-1928

In Work Habits

By Elizabeth Taylor

"La araña negra, t. 4/9" by Vicente Blasco Ibáñez is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative delves into the complexities of familial relationships, social status, and forbidden love, centering around the character of Enriqueta Baselga and her father, the conde de Baselga, as they navigate feelings of duty, affection, and societal ...

Authors: Ghosh, Sarath Kumar, 1883-

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By Elizabeth Taylor

"The Wonders of the Jungle, Book Two" by Sarath Kumar Ghosh is an educational and narrative account written in the early 20th century. This work aims to engage children by detailing the lives of various jungle animals, particularly exploring the social structures and behaviors of elephants and big cats like tigers and lions. It combines elements of...