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A classic stands the test of time. The work is usually considered to be a representation of the period in which it was written; and the work merits lasting recognition. In other words, if the book was published in the recent past, the work is not a classic.
A classic has a certain universal appeal. Great works of literature touch us to our very core beings--partly because they integrate themes that are understood by readers from a wide range of backgrounds and levels of experience. Themes of love, hate, death, life, and faith touch upon some of our most basic emotional responses.
Although the ...more
A classic has a certain universal appeal. Great works of literature touch us to our very core beings--partly because they integrate themes that are understood by readers from a wide range of backgrounds and levels of experience. Themes of love, hate, death, life, and faith touch upon some of our most basic emotional responses.
Although the ...more
The Analects: A Contemporary Translation
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A bold, revisionist translation—in an innovative and inviting format—of one of the most influential texts in human history.
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Justice with a Smile
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We're giving away 6 free copies of Justice with a Smile - a powerful novel of self-discovery from legendary author Osamu Dazai!
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Ulley's Odyssey
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We're giving away 8 autographed copies of the The Odyssey reimagined as an epic interstellar space opera. Enter today!
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