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Funny Story by Henry, Emily
Funny Story
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ∙ A shimmering, joyful novel about a pair of opposites with the wrong thing in common, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Emily Henry. A NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2024 Named a Must-Read Book of 2024...
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The Women by Hannah, Kristin
The Women
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times! From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women--at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time...
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Explore our collection of literary books and timeless literary classics at our online bookstore, featuring the best in teenage literature, literary fiction, and modern literature. Discover must-read and best-selling titles, along with insightful criticism literature to enhance your reading experience.

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  • The Complete Francis of Assisi: His Life, the Complete Writings, and the Little Flowers by Sweeney, Jon M.
    The Complete Francis of Assisi: His Life, the Complete Writings, and the Little Flowers
    There are many editions of the writings of St. Francis, and biographies about him, but here in one volume are both, plus the complete text of the late medieval work, The Little Flowers, which did more to establish the legend of the man than...
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  • The Best of Brevity: Twenty Groundbreaking Years of Flash Nonfiction by Bossiere, Zoë
    The Best of Brevity: Twenty Groundbreaking Years of Flash Nonfiction
    Author: Zoë BossierePublisher: Rose Metal PressPublished: 11/17/2020Pages: 276Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 7.90h x 5.50w x 0.70dISBN: 9781941628232Review Citation(s): Publishers Weekly 09/07/2020 pg. 48Booklist 10/01/2020 pg. 12Library Journal 11/01/2020 pg. 91About the AuthorMoore, Dinty W.: - Dinty W. Moore is the author of the memoir...
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  • The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2024 by McKibben, Bill
    The Best American Science and Nature Writing 2024
    Award-winning environmentalist, author, and journalist Bill McKibben selects twenty science and nature essays that represent the best examples of the form published in the previous year."This was the most anomalous year (so far) in human history," guest editor Bill McKibben writes, "the year in...
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  • The Best American Essays 2024 by Morris, Wesley
    The Best American Essays 2024
    A collection of the year's best essays, selected by Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Wesley Morris and series editor Kim Dana Kupperman."Imparting some piece of yourself--any part--is arduous and warrants some kind of commendation," writes guest editor Wesley Morris in his introduction. Both personal and personable,...
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  • That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor by Young, Damon
    That's How They Get You: An Unruly Anthology of Black American Humor
    From the Thurber Prize-winning author of What Doesn't Kill You Makes You Blacker comes a pioneering collection of Black humor from some of the most acclaimed writers and performers at work today A critic explores the paradox of finding community in "the dozens" while...
    $42.79 AUD
    $42.79 AUD
  • Recognizing the Stranger: On Palestine and Narrative by Hammad, Isabella
    Recognizing the Stranger: On Palestine and Narrative
    "Extraordinary and amazingly erudite. Hammad shows how art and especially literature can be much, much more revealing than political writing." --Rashid Khalidi, New York Times bestselling author of The Hundred Years' War on PalestineFrom the award-winning author of The Parisian and Enter Ghost comes...
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    $27.51 AUD
  • Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Dillard, Annie
    Pilgrim at Tinker Creek
    Winner of the Pulitzer Prize"The book is a form of meditation, written with headlong urgency, about seeing. . . . There is an ambition about [Dillard's] book that I like. . . . It is the ambition to feel." -- Eudora Welty, New York...
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  • Pathemata, Or, the Story of My Mouth by Nelson, Maggie
    Pathemata, Or, the Story of My Mouth
    Pathemata, Or, The Story of My Mouth is an experiment in interiority written in the pandemic studio. Something of a companion piece to 2009's Bluets, Pathemata merges a pain diary chronicling a decade of jaw pain with dreams and dailies, eventually blurring the lines...
    $38.21 AUD
    $38.21 AUD
  • Our Fragile Freedoms: Essays by Foner, Eric
    Our Fragile Freedoms: Essays
    Eric Foner has done more to shape the public and professional understanding of American history than any other scholar. The preeminent historian of the Civil War era, Foner's keynote has been American freedom and the recurring battles over its meanings and boundaries. His award-winning...
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    $53.49 AUD
  • New York Sketches by White, E. B.
    New York Sketches
    E. B. White's greatest stories, asides, essays, jokes, and tall tales about the city he arguably saw clearest, loved best, and skewered most mercilessly. Over more than fifty years at the New Yorker, E. B. White came to define a kind of ideal American...
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    $27.51 AUD
  • Little Weirds by Slate, Jenny
    Little Weirds
    Step into Jenny Slate's wild imagination in this "magical" (Mindy Kaling), "delicious" (Amy Sedaris), and "poignant" (John Mulaney) New York Times bestseller about love, heartbreak, and being alive -- "this book is something new and wonderful" (George Saunders). You may "know" Jenny Slate from...
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    $29.02 AUD
  • Life and Art: Essays by Russo, Richard
    Life and Art: Essays
    A marvelous new essay collection from the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Somebody's Fool and The Destiny Thief Life and Art--these are the twin subjects considered in Richard Russo's twelve masterful new essays--how they inform each other and how the stories we tell ourselves about...
    $42.79 AUD
    $42.79 AUD
  • It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror by Vallese, Joe
    It Came from the Closet: Queer Reflections on Horror
    Through the lens of horror-from Halloween to Hereditary--queer and trans writers consider the films that deepened, amplified, and illuminated their own experiences.Horror movies hold a complicated space in the hearts of the queer community: historically misogynist, and often homo- and transphobic, the genre has...
    $39.66 AUD
    $39.66 AUD
  • In My Remaining Years by Grae, Jean
    In My Remaining Years
    A collection of darkly humorous, intensely personal essays by cult fave and multi-hyphenate artist Jean Grae In My Remaining Years, by creative juggernaut Jean Grae, debunks the myth that coming-of-age narratives should be reserved for the kids, providing a much-needed rallying cry for those...
    $45.83 AUD
    $45.83 AUD
  • How to Fuck Like a Girl: Essays by Blossom, Vera
    How to Fuck Like a Girl: Essays
    A cheeky how-to guide, as raunchy as it is heartfelt, from a bright new literary voice. A bold and vulnerable collection from a new, young voice, How to Fuck Like a Girl is a daring mash-up of pillow book, grimoire, and manifesto by writer...
    $27.43 AUD
    $27.43 AUD
  • Happy-Go-Lucky by Sedaris, David
    Happy-Go-Lucky
    David Sedaris, the "champion storyteller," (Los Angeles Times) returns with his first new collection of personal essays since the bestselling Calypso Back when restaurant menus were still printed on paper, and wearing a mask--or not--was a decision made mostly on Halloween, David Sedaris spent...
    $30.55 AUD
    $30.55 AUD
  • From Ted to Tom: The Illustrated Envelopes of Edward Gorey by Gorey, Edward
    From Ted to Tom: The Illustrated Envelopes of Edward Gorey
    On the envelopes of letters sent to a dear friend, the famed artist and writer Edward Gorey drew dozens of original illustrations--illustrations now collected in this volume along with marvelously playful selections from the correspondence, all never before seen by the public until now....
    $38.13 AUD
    $38.13 AUD
  • Edda by Sturluson, Snorri
    Edda
    "But the king's heart swells, bulging with courage in battle, where heroes sink down..." Over a period of twenty years Snorri Sturluson, scholar, courtier and poet, compiled the prose Edda as a textbook for young poets who wished to praise kings. His work surveys...
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    $15.21 AUD
  • Both/And: Essays by Trans and Gender-Nonconforming Writers of Color by Norris, Denne Michele
    Both/And: Essays by Trans and Gender-Nonconforming Writers of Color
    From Denne Michele Norris and Electric Literature, a vital anthology of essays by trans and gender-nonconforming writers of color, sharing stories of joy, heartbreak, rage, and self-discovery.Featuring seventeen essays by trans people of color--spanning writers, scientists, actors, activists, and drag queens--Both/And explores what it...
    $42.78 AUD
    $42.78 AUD
  • All Consuming: Why We Eat the Way We Eat Now by Tandoh, Ruby
    All Consuming: Why We Eat the Way We Eat Now
    Food dominates our every waking minute: Hype restaurants. Allrecipes. The Great British Bake Off. In this dazzling cultural history, bestselling food writer Ruby Tandoh (author of Cook As You Are) traces how--and why--we've all become foodies. "Ruby Tandoh is a genius and All Consuming...
    $44.32 AUD
    $44.32 AUD

Dive into a World of Literary Fiction and Global Literature

Literary books have long been celebrated for their profound impact on readers and their ability to capture the essence of the human experience. From timeless literary classics to contemporary literary fiction, these works offer rich narratives, complex characters, and thought-provoking themes that resonate across generations.

Literary classics such as "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville continue to be revered for their masterful storytelling and enduring relevance. These books have set the standard for literary excellence and remain essential reads for anyone interested in exploring the depths of human nature and society.

Teenage literature also plays a crucial role in shaping young minds, offering stories that address the unique challenges and experiences of adolescence. Books like "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee and "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger are perfect examples of teenage literature that blend powerful narratives with important life lessons, making them some of the best books to read for both young and adult readers.

Criticism literature provides insightful analysis and interpretations of literary works, offering readers a deeper understanding of their themes, structures, and cultural significance. Works like "Literary Theory: An Introduction" by Terry Eagleton and "The Norton Anthology of Theory and Criticism" are essential for those looking to delve into the intricacies of literary criticism.

Modern literature, including contemporary literary fiction, continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and explore new perspectives. Books such as "Beloved" by Toni Morrison and "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy are examples of modern literature that challenge readers to think critically and empathetically about the world around them.

Finding the best books to read has never been easier, thanks to online bookstores. Booksdeli.com offer extensive collections of best-selling books and hidden gems. Whether you're searching for literary classics or the latest in modern literature, these online bookstores provide convenient access to a wide range of titles.

FAQ's

Q. What defines a book as a literary classic?

A literary classic is a book that has stood the test of time, offering enduring themes, complex characters, and profound insights into the human experience. These books are often studied for their artistic merit and cultural significance. Examples include "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen and "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville.

Q. How can teenage literature be beneficial for young readers?

A. Teenage literature addresses the unique challenges and experiences of adolescence, offering relatable stories and characters. These books can help young readers navigate their own lives, develop empathy, and gain a deeper understanding of the world. Examples include "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee and "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger.

Q. What is the role of criticism literature in understanding literary works?

A. Criticism literature provides analysis and interpretation of literary works, helping readers understand their themes, structures, and cultural contexts. It offers deeper insights into the text and can enhance the reading experience. Notable works include "Literary Theory: An Introduction" by Terry Eagleton and "The Norton Anthology of Theory and Criticism."

Q. What are some examples of modern literary fiction?

A. Modern literary fiction continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and explore new perspectives. Examples include "Beloved" by Toni Morrison, which deals with the legacy of slavery, and "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy, which explores themes of survival and fatherhood in a post-apocalyptic world.

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