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'Frankenstein' by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley is a classic horror novel that tells the story of Dr. Victor Frankenstein and the creature he creates. The plot explores themes of creation, rejection, loneliness, and the consequences of playing god. The writing style varies from flowery and old English to deep and meaningful, with a focus on exploring human emotions and philosophical questions through the perspectives of both Dr. Frankenstein and his monster.
I AM BY BIRTH a Genevese; and my family is one of the most distinguished of that republic. My ancestors had been for many years counsellors and syndics; and my father had filled several public situati... 'The Book of Disquiet: The Complete Edition' by Fernando Pessoa is a collection of fragmented thoughts and musings of fictional Portugese bookkeeper Bernardo Soares, one of Pessoa's heteronyms. The book is a diary-like account of Soares' existential reflections on life, literature, poetry, sensibility, and metaphysics, with no plot or story arc. Pessoa's poetic prose is described as beautiful and profound, with virtually every sentence being a gem. The book is best experienced by dipping into it over a long period of time, rather than reading it cover to cover, as it offers insights into the depths of human emotions and existential ponderings.
The writing style of 'The Book of Disquiet' is characterized by its rich expressiveness, introspective nature, and melancholic tone. Pessoa weaves together observation and introspection, creating a deeply existential and existentialist work that challenges readers to contemplate the imperfections of life and the struggle of living authentically. The book is a blend of diary, fiction, autobiography, philosophy, and poetry in prose, offering a unique reading experience that invites readers to reflect on the complexities of human emotions and the futility of longing for the impossible.
Lisbon has a certain number of eating establishments in which, on top of a respectable-looking tavern, there’s a regular dining room with the solid and homey air of a restaurant in a small trainless t...- #3
'The Anatomy of Melancholy' by Robert Burton is a dense and overloaded book that delves into the causes and cures of melancholia, which is now labeled as depression. Burton combines his own musings on the subject with a vast array of references and citations, creating an immense edifice of knowledge that still educates and entertains centuries later. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the association of human emotions with bodily fluids, the use of drugs to overcome melancholy, and a review of late medieval science and medicine.
Burton's writing style in 'The Anatomy of Melancholy' is described as dense, detailed, and at times circular in argumentation. The book is a monumental work of erudition, containing a vast cabinet of recipes, stories, anecdotes, biographies, and curiosities. Despite the challenging nature of the text, readers find themselves drawn into Burton's world, where topics are explored exhaustively and with a touch of brilliance that keeps them engaged and coming back for more.
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