Authors: Frenssen, Gustav, 1863-1945

In Dark Fantasy

By Anna Rogers

"Peter Moors Fahrt nach Südwest: Ein Feldzugsbericht" by Gustav Frenssen is a novel published in 1906. Presented as a soldier's firsthand account of the Herero War in German Southwest Africa, this fictional work draws from real experiences of military participants. Written by an author who later aligned with National Socialism, the book became wide...

Authors: Thomas, Aquinas, Saint, 1225?-1274

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By Anna Rogers

"Summa Theologica, Part I-II (Pars Prima Secundae)" by Saint Thomas Aquinas is a theological work written between 1265-1274. This section presents the general principles of morality, including a comprehensive theory of law. Designed as an instructional guide for beginning theology students, it employs a distinctive question-and-answer format featur...

Authors: Swift, Jonathan, 1667-1745

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By Anna Rogers

"The Battle of the Books, and other Short Pieces" by Jonathan Swift is a satire published in 1704. It depicts a literal battle between books in the King's Library, where ancient and modern works come alive to fight for supremacy. The piece enters a heated debate about whether contemporary learning surpasses classical knowledge. Through epic combat ...

Authors: Twain, Mark, 1835-1910

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By Anna Rogers

"Fenimore Cooper's Literary Offences" by Mark Twain is an essay published in July 1895. Written as biting satire, it ruthlessly attacks the novels of James Fenimore Cooper, particularly his Leatherstocking Tales. Twain lists eighteen literary rules he claims Cooper violates, pointing to specific examples of bloated prose and careless craft. The ess...

Authors: Dana, Richard Henry, 1815-1882

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By Anna Rogers

"Two Years Before the Mast" by Richard Henry Dana Jr. is a memoir published in 1840, recounting his 1834-1836 voyage as a common sailor from Boston to California. Dana vividly chronicles life at sea aboard a merchant brig trading for cow hides along the Mexican California coast. He describes navigating Cape Horn's treacherous winter storms, witness...

Authors: Maurice, Furnley, 1881-1942

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By Anna Rogers

"The Bay and Padie Book" by Furnley Maurice is a collection of children's poems and songs written in the early 20th century, specifically in the early 1900s. This charming work captures the whimsical and imaginative world of childhood through playful verses that speak to the joys and adventures of young boys. The book reflects both the innocence an...

Authors: Aubert de Gaspé, Philippe, 1786-1871

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By Anna Rogers

"Cameron of Lochiel" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé is a historical romance written in the mid-19th century. The narrative centers around Archibald Cameron of Lochiel, a young Scotch exile in Canada, and his friendship with Jules D'Haberville, a Canadian seigneur's son. The story explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the cultural interplay between...

Authors: Lamartine, Alphonse de, 1790-1869

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By Anna Rogers

"Cours familier de Littérature - Volume 18" by Alphonse de Lamartine is a literary review and philosophical discourse written in the mid-19th century. This volume focuses on the study of notable intellectual figures, with an emphasis on Aristotle and his contributions to philosophy and ethics, examining both historical context and translation issue...

Authors: Macdonell, Arthur Anthony, 1854-1930

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By Anna Rogers

"A History of Sanskrit Literature" by Arthur Anthony Macdonell is a scholarly account written in the late 19th century. This work addresses a significant gap in English literature, as it provides a comprehensive history of Sanskrit literature, showcasing its importance in understanding the cultural and intellectual life of ancient India. The book s...