Originally curated by Harvard President Charles W. Eliot as a complete liberal education in fifty volumes, the Harvard Classics gathers philosophy, science, literature, and history into a single indispensable library. Plato's dialogues and Marcus Aurelius's meditations sit alongside Dante's Divine Comedy, Francis Bacon's essays, Charles Darwin's scientific writing, and Benjamin Franklin's autobiography, tracing the foundations of Western thought from ancient Greece to the modern age. Homer...

DEEP, DARK & UNSETTLING gathers more than a century of Gothic experimentation into a capacious archive of terror, wonder, and psychological disturbance. Its contents range from foundational castle romances, spectral ballads, and Faustian tales to detective mysteries, decadent fantasies, imperial nightmares, and proto-science-fictional horrors. Recurring images—ruined houses, forbidden manuscripts, doubles, revenants, persecuted heroines, and corrupted inheritances—demonstrate how Gothic wr...

This holiday, we proudly present to you this unique collection of the greatest Christmas stories. Over 250 of them are included by your favourite authors:Charles Dickens, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Leo Tolstoy, Willa Cather, Beatrix Potter, Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud Montgomery, Hans Christian Andersen, E.T.A. Hoffmann, O. Henry, Mark Twain and many more!

The Harvard Classics: Complete 51-Volume Collection offers an unparalleled exploration of the foundational texts that have shaped Western thought, literature, and science. This anthology encompasses a breathtaking array of genres and styles, ranging from the drama of Shakespeare and Sophocles to the philosophical treatises of Plato and Kant, and the insightful essays of Montaigne and Emerson. The collection is celebrated not only for its diversity but also for standout compilations that we...

Lord Byron - She Walks in Beauty 2. Christina Rossetti - I Loved You First: But Afterwards Your Love 3. Walt Whitman - A Glimpse 4. W.Shakespeare - Let Me Not To The Marriage Of True Minds 5. John Donne - The Good-Morrow 6. K.Gibran - Love One Another 7. Robert Browning - Meeting At Night 8. E.Dickinson - My River 9. P.B. Shelley - Love's Philosophy 10. Alfred Tennyson - Maud 11. E.A. Poe - Annabel Lee 12. J.Keats - Bright Star 13. Andrew Marvell - To His Coy Mistress 14. E.A. Poe - ...

"Life and Letters of Robert Browning" is a compelling biography that delves into the life of the renowned poet Robert Browning, offering readers an intimate glimpse into his personal and professional journey. Compiled by Mrs. Sutherland Orr, the book captures Browning's thoughts, relationships, and the influences that shaped his literary career. Through a collection of letters and anecdotes, it reveals the complexities of his character and the depth of his poetic genius, making it an essen...

"The Letters of Robert Browning and Elizabeth Barrett Browning" is a captivating collection that offers an intimate glimpse into the lives and minds of two of the 19th century's most celebrated poets. This correspondence reveals their deep emotional connection, intellectual exchanges, and the profound influence they had on each other's work. Through their letters, readers can explore the evolution of their relationship, from initial admiration to a passionate partnership, showcasing their ...

Nature’s year begins. Temperatures slowly rise. Green gradually becomes the dominant colour of the landscape. Rain from drenching showers to windy squalls help nourish the land. Nature has embarked on her epic symphony of the year.Each year, each season, each day is a little different from her previous work. Days lengthen as her canvas and palette grows more confident. Colour emerges from the shades of monochrome. She is at work on tasks everywhere.Naturally our classic poe...

‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.

The 'Harvard Classics: Complete 51-Volume Anthology' stands as a testament to the rich tapestry of intellectual, philosophical, and literary thought spanning centuries and continents. With a vast array of genres from drama to philosophy, poetry to essays, the collection encapsulates the brilliance of humankind's enduring quest for knowledge and understanding. It seamlessly blends the works of timeless authors such as Shakespeare, Plato, and Darwin, ensuring a diverse literary experience. T...

Harvard on the Beach is an exquisite anthology that traverses the eons and geographic boundaries of literature, offering readers an unparalleled immersion into the towering accomplishments of Western thought and creativity. With genres ranging from romantic poetry and philosophical essays to mesmerizing fables and dramatic plays, this collection encapsulates the essence of its broad cultural milieu. Through the inclusion of timeless excerpts from both familiar and lesser-known works, the a...

In "The Pied Piper of Hamelin," Robert Browning masterfully adapts the poignant tale of a town plagued by a rat infestation, crafting a narrative that balances whimsicality with moral complexity. Written in Browning's characteristic dramatic monologue style, the poem employs vivid imagery and rhythmic finesse, inviting readers into a captivating exploration of themes such as betrayal and the power of artistry. The piece is enriched by original illustrations that complement the text, provid...