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The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder by Grann, David
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From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Killers of the Flower Moon, a page-turning story of shipwreck, survival, and savagery, culminating in a court martial that reveals a shocking truth. The powerful narrative reveals the deeper meaning of the events on The...
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Award-winning author and immigration attorney Orlando Ortega-Medina returns to 1990s San Francisco in The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants, a powerful family drama that plays out within a captivating legal thriller.Attorney Marc Mendes, the estranged son of a prominent Rabbi and a burned-out lawyer with...
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When two young rival journalists find love through a magical connection, they must face the depths of hell, in a war among gods, to seal their fate forever. After centuries of sleep, the gods are warring again. But eighteen-year-old Iris Winnow just wants to...
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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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  • Obvious Adams: The Story of a Successful Businessman by Updegraff, Robert R.
    Obvious Adams: The Story of a Successful Businessman
    OBVIOUS ADAMS was first published as a short story in the Saturday Evening Post in April, 1916. Though it was the story of an advertising man, it was quickly recognized as presenting a germ idea basic to outstanding success in the business world and...
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  • Obvious Adams -- The Story of a Successful Businessman: New Business Edition by Updegraff, Robert R.
    Obvious Adams -- The Story of a Successful Businessman: New Business Edition
    OBVIOUS ADAMS was first published as a short story in the Saturday Evening Post in April, 1916. Though it was the story of an advertising man, it was quickly recognized as presenting a germ idea basic to outstanding success in the business world and...
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  • Kokoro - Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life by Hearn, Lafcadio
    Kokoro - Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life
    Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life, is a collection of fifteen essays which capture the innermeaning or spirit of the Japanese.Kokoro opens with "At a Railway Station", the story of a criminal captured in Fukuoka andmade to face the wife of his...
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  • Theophrastus' Characters: An Ancient Take on Bad Behavior by Romm, James
    Theophrastus' Characters: An Ancient Take on Bad Behavior
    "These Characters are people we know--they're our quirky neighbors, our creepy bosses, our blind dates from hell. Sharp-tongued Theophrastus, made sharper than ever in this fresh new edition, reminds us that Athenian weirdness is as ageless as Athenian wisdom." -Mary Beard, Professor of Classics...
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  • The Prophets and Our Times by Culleton, Gerald
    The Prophets and Our Times
    Old Testament and New Testament prophecies, plus (and mainly) prophecies from Saints and holy people regarding the End-of-Time era. This book contains more prophecies than other books regarding the end times, and while the author demonstrated World War II as the fulfillment of some...
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  • More Notes of a Dirty Old Man: The Uncollected Columns by Calonne, David Stephen
    More Notes of a Dirty Old Man: The Uncollected Columns
    He loads his head full of coal and diamonds shoot out of his finger tips. What a trick. The mole genius has left us with another digest. It's a full house--read 'em and weep.--Tom Waits After toiling in obscurity for years, Charles Bukowski suddenly...
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  • Another City: Writing from Los Angeles by Ulin, David L.
    Another City: Writing from Los Angeles
    Thirty-seven LA writers map the scattered and diverse literary landscape of contemporary Los Angeles. Stories, chronicles, and poems by both well-established and up-and-coming young writers about how it was to come to LA or what it was like to grow up there, about the...
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  • Walker Evans: The Interview: With Leslie George Katz by Evans, Walker
    Walker Evans: The Interview: With Leslie George Katz
    Walker Evans in his own words: the legendary interview, back in printIn 1971, Art in America published an interview with Walker Evans conducted by Leslie George Katz, writer and publisher of the Eakins Press. The interview is charming and illuminating in its clarity and...
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  • The View from the Ground by Gellhorn, Martha
    The View from the Ground
    Presented for the first time aregs from the tinderboxes across the political horizons of Castro's Cuba, the chambers of the House Committee on Un-American Activities, and a small Mississippi town during the height of the civil rights movement. Atlantic Monthly Press.Author: Martha GellhornPublisher: Atlantic...
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  • Simple Things: Lessons from the Family Farm by Apps, Jerry
    Simple Things: Lessons from the Family Farm
    In this collection of thoughtful essays, Jerry Apps reflects on the "simple things" that made up everyday life on the farm--an old cedar fencepost, Fanny the farm dog, the trusty tools used for farmwork, the kerosene lantern the family gathered around each morning and...
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  • Just Enough Liebling by Liebling, A.
    Just Enough Liebling
    Abbott Joseph Liebling was one of the greatest of all New Yorker writers, a colorful figure who helped set the magazine's urbane tone and style. Just Enough Liebling gathers in one volume the vividest and most enjoyable of his pieces. Charles McGrath (in The...
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  • The College Handbook of Creative Writing by DeMaria, Robert
    The College Handbook of Creative Writing
    Hone your creative writing skills with this best-selling, portable little handbook! Ideal for all levels of writing from introductory to advanced, THE COLLEGE HANDBOOK OF CREATIVE WRITING, Fourth Edition, covers all the necessary fundamentals for creative writing in the genres of fiction, poetry, and...
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  • In the Shadow of Los Alamos: Selected Writings of Edith Warner (Expanded) by Warner, Edith
    In the Shadow of Los Alamos: Selected Writings of Edith Warner (Expanded)
    Edith Warner (1893-1951), who lived by the Rio Grande at the Otowi Switch in northern New Mexico, has become a legendary figure owing largely to her portrayal in two books: The Woman at Otowi Crossing, by Frank Waters, and The House at Otowi Bridge,...
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  • The Fall of Sleep by Nancy, Jean-Luc
    The Fall of Sleep
    Philosophers have largely ignored sleep, treating it as a useless negativity, mere repose for the body or at best a source for the production of unconscious signs out of the night of the soul. In an extraordinary theoretical investigation written with lyric intensity, The...
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  • Our Caribbean: A Gathering of Lesbian and Gay Writing from the Antilles by Glave, Thomas
    Our Caribbean: A Gathering of Lesbian and Gay Writing from the Antilles
    The first book of its kind, Our Caribbean is an anthology of lesbian and gay writing from across the Antilles. The author and activist Thomas Glave has gathered outstanding fiction, nonfiction, memoir, and poetry by little-known writers together with selections by internationally celebrated figures...
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  • Bright Felon: Autobiography and Cities by Ali, Kazim
    Bright Felon: Autobiography and Cities
    Eloquent intercultural coming-of-age storyThis groundbreaking, transgenre work--part detective story, part literary memoir, part imagined past--is intensely autobiographical and confessional. Proceeding sentence by sentence, city by city, and backwards in time, poet and essayist Kazim Ali details the struggle of coming of age between cultures,...
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  • The Author and His Doubles: Essays on Classical Arabic Culture by Kilito, Abdelfattah
    The Author and His Doubles: Essays on Classical Arabic Culture
    Michael Cooperson's translation makes Abdelfattah Kilito's masterpiece available to English-speaking audiences for the first time. Called the most inventive and provocative critic of Arabic literature writing in the Middle East today, Kilito opens our perception with the same breadth of vision, seeking to define...
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  • Apocalypse, Darling by Borich, Barrie Jean
    Apocalypse, Darling
    From award-winning author Barrie Jean Borich comes Apocalypse, Darling, a narrative, lyric exploration of the clash between old and new. Set in the steel mill regions of Chicago and in Northwest Indiana, the story centers on Borich's return to a decimated landscape for a...
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  • Wanted: The Outlaw in American Visual Culture by Hall, Rachel
    Wanted: The Outlaw in American Visual Culture
    Assembling a rich archive of images and texts from the eighteenth century to the present, Rachel Hall offers a history of the "wanted" poster, examining its uses, patterns of circulation, and formal development as an iconic print genre. Her narrative covers a wide range...
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  • Wisdom of Our Fathers: Lessons and Letters from Daughters and Sons by Russert, Tim
    Wisdom of Our Fathers: Lessons and Letters from Daughters and Sons
    What does it really mean to be a good father? What did your father tell you, that has stayed with you throughout your life? Was there a lesson from him, a story, or a moment that helped to make you who you are? Is...
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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.

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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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