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A classic stands the test of time. The work is usually considered to be a representation of the period in which it was written; and the work merits lasting recognition. In other words, if the book was published in the recent past, the work is not a classic.
A classic has a certain universal appeal. Great works of literature touch us to our very core beings--partly because they integrate themes that are understood by readers from a wide range of backgrounds and levels of experience. Themes of love, hate, death, life, and faith touch upon some of our most basic emotional responses.
Although the ...more
A classic has a certain universal appeal. Great works of literature touch us to our very core beings--partly because they integrate themes that are understood by readers from a wide range of backgrounds and levels of experience. Themes of love, hate, death, life, and faith touch upon some of our most basic emotional responses.
Although the ...more
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The Call of Cthulhu
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“Annotator Les Klinger is the man you want to have by your side, as you explore the Lovecraftian Darkness.” —Neil Gaiman
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The Little Women Devotional: A Chapter-by-Chapter Companion to Louisa May Alcott’s Beloved Classic
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Enter for your chance to win this beautiful devotional for 2022! A thoughtful gift for fans of "Little Women."
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Mosquito
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Enter for a chance to win 1 of 25 copies of MOSQUITO, from the highly acclaimed author of CORREGIDORA and THE HEALING— an unforgettable journey.
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