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Booth Tarkington

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Robert Noel, The Rainbow

"The Beasley Christmas Party" is a short story by Booth Tarkington, first published in 1917. Booth Tarkington, a renowned American author and Pulitzer Prize winner, is known for his keen observations of society and his engaging storytelling.In "The Beasley Christmas Party", Tarkington presents a humorous and satirical take on the holiday season. The story revolves around the Beasley family and their annual Christmas party, offering a vivid portrayal of ear...

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Anthony Trollope

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Robert Noel, The Rainbow

"A Christmas at Thompson Hall" is a charming Christmas novella written by Anthony Trollope, originally published in 1876. Known for his witty and insightful stories, Trollope’s work often explores social conventions and the relationships between people in Victorian society, and this novella is no exception.Set during the Christmas season, A Christmas at Thompson Hall tells the story of Mrs. Mary Brown, an Englishwoman who is traveling from the south of France to Thompson Hall in Eng...

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Walt Whitman

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Robert Noel, The Rainbow

Fireside Christmas Stories by Walt Whitman is a collection that brings together Whitman's unique narrative style and the festive spirit of Christmas. Although primarily known for his poetry, particularly Leaves of Grass, Whitman’s foray into storytelling in this collection reveals his deep appreciation for the holiday’s warmth and communal values.In these stories, Whitman masterfully captures the essence of Christmas through vivid descriptions and a keen sense of ...

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Sun Tzu

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Robert Noel, The Force

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is a timeless and influential treatise on military strategy and tactics. Dating back to ancient China, this classic work is attributed to the legendary military strategist Sun Tzu, providing profound insights into the art of warfare and leadership. Divided into thirteen chapters, each encapsulating a specific aspect of warfare, the book delves into the importance of strategy, intelligence, adaptability, and the judicious use of resources. Sun Tzu emphasizes the ...

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Sun Tzu

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Robert Noel, The Force

"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu is a timeless and influential treatise on military strategy and tactics. Dating back to ancient China, this classic work is attributed to the legendary military strategist Sun Tzu, providing profound insights into the art of warfare and leadership. Divided into thirteen chapters, each encapsulating a specific aspect of warfare, the book delves into the importance of strategy, intelligence, adaptability, and the judicious use of resources. Sun Tzu emphasizes the ...

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Robert Noel

The key factor in success trading is more than what you know. It is who you are. This book will open your eyes to what you need to know beyond indicators and signals. You need to understand the psychology in trading successfully. This are proven principles of successful traders across the globe.Learn:3 key decisions every trader must learn to make when you enter marketTo manage fear and greed tendenciesPrinciples of risk managementTo...

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George Orwell

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Robert Noel, The Spire

George Orwell, was an English novelist, essayist, journalist, and critic. His work is characterized by lucid prose, biting social criticism, opposition to totalitarianism, and outspoken support of democratic socialism. Orwell's work remains influential in popular and political culture, and the adjective "Orwellian"—describing totalitarian and authoritarian social practices—is part of the English language, like many of his neologisms, such as "Big Brother", "Thought Police", "Two Minutes Ha...

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Henry David Thoreau

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Robert Noel, The Glade

"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.""If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer."Walden" is a literary masterpiece written by the American philosopher and naturalist Henry David Thoreau. It is a book that chronicles Thoreau's experience of livin...

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Henry David Thoreau

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Robert Noel, The Glade

"I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately, to front only the essential facts of life, and see if I could not learn what it had to teach, and not, when I came to die, discover that I had not lived.""If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer."Walden" is a literary masterpiece written by the American philosopher and naturalist Henry David Thoreau. It is a book that chronicles Thoreau's experience of liv...

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L. Frank Baum

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Robert Noel, The Rainbow

The True Adventure of Santa Claus by L. Frank Baum, first published in 1902, is a whimsical and imaginative tale that delves into the legendary life of Santa Claus. Baum, best known for his creation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, brings his storytelling flair to this enchanting Christmas story.In this book, Baum presents a unique and inventive take on the Santa Claus legend. The narrative follows the adventures of Santa Claus, exploring his origins and the magical journey he underta...

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Fyodor Dostoevsky

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Robert Noel, The Force

Fyodor Dostoevsky's "Crime and Punishment" is a literary masterpiece that delves into the profound psychological and moral complexities of its characters against the gritty backdrop of 19th-century St. Petersburg. The novel follows the tormented and impoverished former student, Rodion Raskolnikov, who grapples with the idea of committing a morally justifiable crime to alleviate his financial woes. As he executes a heinous act, the narrative unfolds with meticulous detail, unraveling the ps...

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Walt Whitman

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Robert Noel, The Rainbow

Fireside Christmas Stories by Walt Whitman is a collection that brings together Whitman's unique narrative style and the festive spirit of Christmas. Although primarily known for his poetry, particularly Leaves of Grass, Whitman’s foray into storytelling in this collection reveals his deep appreciation for the holiday’s warmth and communal values.In these stories, Whitman masterfully captures the essence of Christmas through vivid descriptions and a keen sense of atmosphere. The tal...