Reading, decoded
Articles about books worth reading — and what to read next.
June 29, 2026
Inside Crime and Punishment: Themes, Story, and Who Should Read It
In Saint Petersburg, the impoverished ex-student Raskolnikov plans and commits a murder, then grapples with guilt, paranoia, and the…
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June 28, 2026
Why You Should Read Treasure Island
Young Jim Hawkins discovers a treasure map and joins a sea voyage to find buried pirate gold, contending with the charismatic and dangerous…
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June 27, 2026
Exploring The Picture of Dorian Gray
A handsome young man named Dorian Gray sells his soul to remain youthful while a portrait of him ages and records the corruption of his…
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June 26, 2026
Exploring The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
A collection of twelve short stories featuring the brilliant detective Sherlock Holmes and his loyal friend Dr. Watson as they solve…
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June 25, 2026
Dracula: A Reader's Guide
Told through letters and diary entries, Dracula chronicles the vampire Count's attempt to move from Transylvania to England, and the small…
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June 24, 2026
The War of the Worlds: A Reader's Guide
When Martians invade Earth with overwhelming technology, an unnamed narrator struggles to survive the collapse of human civilization in…
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June 23, 2026
The Great Gatsby: A Reader's Guide
Set in the Jazz Age on Long Island, the novel follows mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby and his obsession with the beautiful Daisy…
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