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“The Anatomy of Drunkenness” is a book written by Robert Macnish, a Scottish physician, and published in 1834. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of the effects of alcohol on the human body and mind. It was one of the earliest scientific works to delve into the physiological and psychological aspects of alcohol consumption and intoxication.
Macnish’s book is divided into several chapters that discuss various aspects of drunkenness, including its causes, symptoms, and consequence… Read More
“Anna Karenina” is a novel written by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy. It was first published in serialized form between 1873 and 1877. The novel is considered one of Tolstoy’s masterpieces and a pinnacle of realist fiction.
The story is set in 19th-century Russia and follows the lives of several characters, each representing different social strata and moral dilemmas. The main plot revolves around the tragic character of Anna Karenina, a beautiful and aristocratic woman who becomes involve… Read More
The Basics of Bitcoins and Blockchains: An Introduction to Cryptocurrencies and the Technology that Powers Them (Cryptography, Derivatives Investments, Futures Trading, Digital Assets, NFT)
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“The Scarlet Letter” is a historical fiction novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne, first published in 1850. Set in the 17th-century Puritan Massachusetts Bay Colony, the story explores the consequences of sin, guilt, and redemption.
The novel begins with the protagonist, Hester Prynne, being publicly shamed and forced to wear a scarlet letter “A” on her dress as a mark of her adultery. She refuses to reveal the identity of the father of her illegitimate child, Pearl. Despite her humiliat… Read More
“The Swiss Family Robinson” is a classic adventure novel written by Swiss author Johann David Wyss. It was first published in 1812 and has since become a beloved children’s and young adult’s book, as well as a timeless piece of literature.
The story revolves around the Robinson family, who are shipwrecked on a deserted tropical island during a storm. The family consists of William Robinson, his wife Elizabeth, and their four sons: Fritz, Ernest, Jack, and Franz. The novel is narrated by … Read More
“The Origin of Species” is a revolutionary book written by Charles Darwin and published on November 24, 1859. Its full title is “On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favoured Races in the Struggle for Life.” This groundbreaking work is considered one of the most influential scientific books ever written and has had a profound impact on our understanding of biology and the theory of evolution.
The main idea presented in the book is Darwin’s theo… Read More
Whether you have experience with psychedelics or are simply curious to learn more, The Microdosing Guidebook has everything you need to get started on your healing journey.
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“The Last of the Mohicans” is a historical novel written by James Fenimore Cooper and published in 1826. It is set during the French and Indian War, which took place in North America in the mid-18th century. The novel is the second book in Cooper’s five-volume series called “The Leatherstocking Tales,” but it can be read as a standalone work.
“The Last of the Mohicans” follows the adventures of a group of characters against the backdrop of the frontier wilderness. The story primari… Read More
“The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood” is a famous novel that tells the story of Robin Hood, a legendary outlaw hero of English folklore. The novel was written by Howard Pyle and first published in 1883. It has since become a classic and has been adapted into various films, television series, and other forms of media.
The story is set in medieval England during the reign of King Richard the Lionheart. Robin Hood is depicted as a skilled archer and swordsman who, together with his band of Merry… Read More
Own a piece of Blockchain history by minting Book.io’s updated Whitepaper. The very first Decentralized Encrypted Whitepaper that allows owners to buy, sell and share their unique copy. Additionally, 8 randomly selected copies of the Whitepaper contain a “Golden Bookmark” inside the document, which will grant the owner future prizes (more info to come).
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“The Age of Innocence” is a novel written by American author Edith Wharton. It was first published in 1920 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1921, making Wharton the first woman to receive the award.
Set in the 1870s in New York City’s high society, “The Age of Innocence” explores the themes of love, duty, and social expectations. The story follows Newland Archer, a young lawyer who is engaged to the beautiful and conventional May Welland. However, everything changes when May�… Read More
From USA Today bestselling and multiple Bram Stoker Award-winning author David Niall Wilson VINTAGE SOUL – Book 2 of The DeChance Chronicles – Donovan DeChance is a mage and investigator specializing in tracking down, archiving, and protecting dangerous books, documents, and objects. When a beautiful 300-year-old vampire is kidnapped, Donovan is hired to find her. In the process, he discovers a plot so dark it could plunge the entire city into a world of darkness.
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“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” is a famous comedy play written by William Shakespeare. It was most likely composed around the year 1595 or 1596 and is one of Shakespeare’s most well-known and frequently performed works. The play explores themes of love, magic, and the unpredictable nature of human emotions.
The story takes place in Athens, Greece, and the surrounding enchanted forest. It revolves around the adventures and misadventures of several groups of characters whose lives become inte… Read More
“The Hasheesh Eater” is a book written by Fitz Hugh Ludlow and published in 1857. It is a memoir that describes the author’s experiences and adventures while under the influence of hashish, a derivative of cannabis. The book is considered one of the earliest accounts of drug experimentation in Western literature.
Fitz Hugh Ludlow was an American writer and explorer who became fascinated with the effects of hashish after reading about its use in Eastern cultures. In “The Hasheesh Eater,�… Read More
“Tarzan of the Apes” is a novel written by Edgar Rice Burroughs. It was first published in 1912 and is the first book in the series known as the “Tarzan” series. The story follows the adventures of Tarzan, a man who was raised by apes in the African jungle.
The novel begins with the shipwreck of the English couple John and Alice Clayton on the west coast of Africa. They manage to survive and build a treehouse, but are eventually killed by the savage apes. However, their infant son, John … Read More
Lawson is back: vampire by birth, Fixer by trade. His mission: preserve the secret existence of living vampires. A missing family member sends Lawson on a trip to New York City only to run smack into vampire organized crime. Now they’ve got Lawson right where they want him—and they want him to switch sides and betray the Balance. But Lawson’s got more than one play in his book, and if he has to go to the wall to rescue his cousin and stop the Syndicate from unleashing a new synthetic drug … Read More
“The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” is a novel written by Mark Twain, first published in 1884. It is often considered one of the greatest works of American literature and has been widely studied and celebrated for its themes, characters, and social commentary.
The story is set in the pre-Civil War era along the Mississippi River and follows the adventures of Huckleberry Finn, a young boy and the narrator of the story. Huckleberry Finn is the son of an abusive alcoholic and has been taken in… Read More
“The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe” is a novel written by Daniel Defoe and first published in 1719. It is considered one of the earliest and most influential works of English literature and is often regarded as the first modern novel.
The novel tells the tale of Robinson Crusoe, a young Englishman who sets out on a sea voyage against his family’s wishes. However, the ship encounters a violent storm, and Crusoe finds himself the sole survivor, stranded on a remote island. With limi… Read More
Cade Williams and the Echo Team are back for another action-packed urban fantasy adventure!
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“The Trial,” it is a novel written by Franz Kafka. Published in 1925, it tells the story of a man named Josef K. who is arrested and put on trial for an unspecified crime. The novel explores themes of guilt, justice, and the absurdity of bureaucracy.
In the book, Josef K. finds himself caught in a bewildering and irrational legal system. He struggles to navigate through a complex web of procedures, encounters enigmatic characters, and is unable to fully comprehend the charges against him. As… Read More
Using the greatest material from his popular Blog Maverick, Mark Cuban has collected and updated his postings on business and life to provide a catalog of insider knowledge on what it takes to become a thriving entrepreneur. He tells his own rags-to-riches story of how he went from selling powdered milk and sleeping on friends’ couches to owning his own company and becoming a multi-billion dollar success story. His unconventional yet highly effective ideas on how to build a successful business… Read More
“Winnie-the-Pooh” is a collection of stories written by A. A. Milne. It was first published in 1926 and has since become a beloved children’s classic. The book follows the adventures of a teddy bear named Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends in the Hundred Acre Wood.
The main characters in the book include Winnie-the-Pooh, a kind-hearted and sometimes naive bear who has an insatiable appetite for honey; Piglet, a small and timid pig who is always ready to help his friends; Eeyore, a gloomy and … Read More
One pivotal day, in twelve different lives to secure our eternal salvation… all we have to do is cooperate. Twelve people with opposing agendas, frequenting three different eras of earth’s history, are all experiencing their most vital day of entanglement with an ancient sutra. Across time and space, can these souls possibly achieve unity, to preserve sacred knowledge that could ultimately free us from our hidden oppressors?
Another romp through a spiritual evolution of our kind via the arch… Read More
“The Man in the Iron Mask” is a novel by Alexandre Dumas, père, first published in 1847. It is part of the “d’Artagnan Romances,” which also includes “The Three Musketeers” and “Twenty Years After.”
The story is set in the 17th century and follows the adventures of the musketeers, Athos, Porthos, Aramis, and their young protégé, d’Artagnan. The plot revolves around the existence of a mysterious prisoner in the Bastille who is always seen wearing an iron mask.
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