King Solomon's Mines by H. Rider Haggard
A perilous expedition into uncharted Africa in search of a fabled treasure.
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Julie of the Wolves by Jean Craighead George
A young girl's struggle to survive in the Alaskan wilderness and reconnect with her Inuit heritage.
"In the Room with Peter Bergen" transcript: Episode 81
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Bitten by Kelly Armstrong
A woman's struggle to reconcile her human life with her secret identity as a werewolf.
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card
A young military prodigy is trained to lead the fight against an impending alien invasion.
Buddenbrooks by Thomas Mann
Misfortune and resilience collide in this raw memoir of Appalachian roots and the American Dream's erosion in the Rust Belt.
Deception Point by Dan Brown
A NASA scientist's investigation into a mysterious discovery that could have global implications.
Catch-22 by Joseph Heller
The absurdist story of a bombardier trapped in the paradoxical logic of war during World War II.
Class Clown by George Carlin
The humorous and heartwarming story of a young troublemaker who discovers the power of friendship and self-acceptance.
Call It Courage by Armstrong Sperry
A young Polynesian boy's quest to overcome his fears and prove his bravery to his village.
A Separate Peace by John Knowles
The story of two friends grappling with the complexities of youth, loyalty, and the impact of war.
Brick Lane by Monica Ali
A young Bangladeshi woman's journey of self-discovery as she navigates the complexities of immigrant life in London.