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“Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe.”
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“My bounty is as boundless as the sea,
My love as deep; the more I give to thee,
The more I have, for both are infinite.”
― Romeo and Juliet
My love as deep; the more I give to thee,
The more I have, for both are infinite.”
― Romeo and Juliet
“Personally, I'm always ready to learn, although I do not always like being taught.”
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“In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed. You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you.”
― Pride And Prejudice
― Pride And Prejudice
“When I have a little money, I buy books; and if I have any left, I buy food and clothes.”
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European Literature in Translation
— 171 members
— last activity Jun 11, 2025 11:08AM
This group explores European literature in translation (i.e. it generally excludes works originally written in English, but we are bound to wander at ...more
Catching up on Classics (and lots more!)
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The world is made up of two kinds of people: first, those who love classics, and second, those who have not yet read a classic. Be bold and join us as ...more
Birds - Exploring the World of the Feathered Beings that Surround Us
— 11 members
— last activity Feb 03, 2018 07:59PM
Welcome to Birds! Eclectus Parrots (Eclectus roratus) For all bird lovers—wrap yourself in the realm of birds and share your experiences while bird ...more
Natural History & Biology
— 52 members
— last activity Mar 19, 2018 09:39PM
This reading group will focus on natural history. We will immerse ourselves within the realm of organisms as we explore the biodiversity of the plane ...more
Classics Without All the Class
— 4386 members
— last activity Dec 09, 2025 10:45AM
You don’t have to be an English or Literature Major to enjoy great books! We want people to read for the fun of it and not worry about feeling they ne ...more
Élan’s 2025 Year in Books
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