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Native Son by Richard Wright

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Introduction Richard Wright’s “Native Son,” published in 1940, is a seminal work in American literature. It explores complex themes of race, poverty, and systemic oppression through the life of its protagonist, Bigger Thomas. This novel,… Native Son by Richard Wright

Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy

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Introduction “Anna Karenina” is a novel by Russian author Leo Tolstoy, first published in serial installments from 1875 to 1877. It is regarded as one of the greatest works of literature and a pinnacle in… Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy

Billy Budd by Herman Melville

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Introduction “Billy Budd” by Herman Melville is a classic novella that explores themes of innocence, justice, and the conflict between good and evil. Set in the late 18th century aboard a British naval ship, the… Billy Budd by Herman Melville

Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton

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Introduction “Ethan Frome” is a novel by Edith Wharton, published in 1911. It is a seminal work in American literature that explores themes of isolation, duty, and desire. Set in the stark, snowy landscape of… Ethan Frome by Edith Wharton

Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison

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Introduction “Invisible Man” by Ralph Ellison is a seminal work in American literature, renowned for its profound exploration of racial identity, social injustice, and individuality. Published in 1952, the novel delves into the African American… Invisible Man by Ralph Ellison