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  Her Lover

  Maxim Gorky

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  Her Lover is a short story by Russian writer Maxim Gorky. Debates three views. The first one is human loneliness, lack of communication, fragmented and lost identity in modern industrialized Russian society, which was actually a general view in the early decades of the twentieth century. Secondly, Gorky endows his fictional character Teresa with the Romantic energy which enables her to survive her misery and loneliness by inventing an imaginary lover. Finally, the paper examines the views of prejudice and "self-sufficiency" which put serious hurdles before real communication and thus cause the spiritual and moral decay in social life and relationships.Famous Novels of the author Maxim Gorky: Goremyka Pavel, Published in English as Orphan Paul, Foma Gordeyev, Three of Them,  Also translated as Three Men, The Mother, The Life of a Useless Man,  A Confession, Okurov City, The Life of Matvei Kozhemyakin, The Artamonov Business, Life of Klim Samgin.

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  The Piazza

  Herman Melville

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  The Piazza published by Herman Melville in 1856. The sketch describes Melville's farmhouse, called Arrowhead, in Pittsfield, Mass. Supposedly, the other tales in the collection, including "Bartleby the Scrivener" and "Benito Cereno," were narrated on the piazza of the farmhouse.

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  Mac Beth

  William Shakespeare

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  "Macbeth," a timeless and intricately woven tragedy, unveils the dark, intricate layers of human ambition, fate, power, and morality. Set against the backdrop of medieval Scotland, this play serves as an exploration of the human condition, revealing the devastating consequences of unchecked ambition and the corrupting force of power. 
   
  Historical and political contexts provide a foundation for understanding "Macbeth." The play draws inspiration from Holinshed's Chronicles, which chronicle Scottish history, and it resonates with the political anxieties of the early 17th century. King James I's ascent to the English throne in 1603 adds depth to the themes of regicide and political instability. "Macbeth" can thus be seen as a reflection of the Stuart monarchy, emphasizing the questions of legitimacy and the dangers of seeking power through usurpation. Macbeth's unchecked desire for power drives him to commit heinous acts and lose his sense of self, showcasing the moral decay that ambition can bring. The interplay between "fate and free will" is another central theme. While the witches' prophecies set events in motion, it is Macbeth's choices that lead to his tragic demise. This duality raises profound questions about human agency in the face of external forces. "Power and morality" are intertwined themes in the play. As Macbeth ascends to the throne by committing regicide, the consequences of ruthless ambition become evident. The disruption of the natural order is mirrored in the play's imagery, reflecting the moral chaos of Macbeth's actions. 
  In conclusion, "Macbeth" remains a masterful work of literature, captivating and thought-provoking at the university level and beyond. With its intricate characters, rich themes, and masterful use of language, it offers a profound exploration of human nature, ambition, fate, and morality.

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  Timeless Terrors Vol 1 - Volume...

  Various Authors

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  Enter a world where fear is eternal. Timeless Terrors: Volume One gathers ten masterworks of Gothic and classic horror, each a dark journey into the uncanny and the macabre. Witness the nightmarish transformation of The Metamorphosis, the creeping dread of The Yellow Wallpaper, the sinister power of The Monkey’s Paw, and the chilling vengeance of The Cask of Amontillado. These stories, haunting readers for over a century, now come alive through the masterful narration of Amazon bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne. 
  This omnibus includes: 
  The Metamorphosis, The Outsider, Tell-Tale Sign, The Yellow Wallpaper, The Oval Portrait, The Monkey’s Paw, The Cask of Amontillado, Dracula’s Guest, Dagon, and The Damned Thing. 
  Immerse yourself in tales of terror that defy time—where every shadow hides a secret, every silence whispers a warning, and every page is a journey into the unknown.

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  Second Treatise of Government...

  John Locke

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  The central principles of what today is broadly known as political liberalism were made current in large part by Locke's Second Treatise of Government (1690). The principles of individual liberty, the rule of law, government by consent of the people, and the right to private property are taken for granted as fundamental to the human condition now. Most liberal theorists writing today look back to Locke as the source of their ideas. Some maintain that religious fundamentalism, "post-modernism," and socialism are today the only remaining ideological threats to liberalism. To the extent that this is true, these ideologies are ultimately attacks on the ideas that Locke, arguably more than any other, helped to make the universal vocabulary of political discourse.

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  Burning Daylight

  Jack London

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  Burning Daylight takes place in the Yukon Territory in 1893. The main character, Elam Harnish, nicknamed "Burning Daylight" was the most successful entrepreneur of the Alaskan Gold Rush. The story of the main character was partially based upon the life of Oakland entrepreneur "Borax" Smith. Bringing his fortunes to the States he is cheated out of it by a crowd of money kings, and recovers it only at the muzzle of his gun. Embarking on a new life in California, he makes another fortune by underhanded means . . . only to find his corrupt life suddenly turned around by the love of a woman.

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