6 min read ⌚ There aren’t many Norwegians more famous than Henrik Ibsen and Hedda Gabler. Interestingly enough, the latter is the maiden name of a girl who never really existed. Read our “Hedda Gabler” summary to find out why she seems more real than some people who have. Who Should Read “Hedda Gabler”? And Why? […]
Paradise Lost Summary
6 min read ⌚ About two centuries ago, it would have been strange if you considered Shakespeare a better writer than Milton and if you didn’t think of “Paradise Lost” as the greatest book ever written – in the English or any language. Read our summary and find out why. Who Should Read “Paradise Lost”? And […]
Mrs. Dalloway Summary
5 min read ⌚ Sometimes it’s hard being on the same wavelength as everyone else. Nevertheless, don’t sell your uniqueness by adding fuel to the fire. This book summary will show you what exactly we mean by that. Who Should Read “Mrs. Dalloway”? And Why? Staying abreast of the unpredictable storms of the society can often […]
The Odyssey Summary
4 min read ⌚ Who Should Read “The Odyssey”? And Why? “The Iliad” and “The Odyssey” are the most famous and celebrated poems of Homer. Unlike “The Iliad,” which is a war epic, “The Odyssey tells an individual story of a man and his struggles on the way to go back home to his family. We […]
Oedipus Rex Summary
4 min read ⌚ Are we the creators of our lives, or is there a force much more powerful than us that ultimately creates a path? If there is such a force, is a man capable of fighting it? Who Should Read “Oedipus Rex”? And Why? “Oedipus Rex” is a classic tragedy about the power of […]
Don Quixote Summary
4 min read ⌚ You have heard the saying “fighting windmills,” right? Well, this is the book that the saying derives from. Read the short summary of Don Quixote’s adventures, and find out why this book is considered a classic in the world of literature. Who Should Read “Don Quixote”? And Why? “Don Quixote” is an […]
The Giver Summary
6 min read ⌚ How would you like to live in a world where everyone is equal and where there is neither suffering nor war, neither hunger nor pain? Who wouldn’t, right? Lois Lowry’s “The Giver” is here to question your optimism. Who Should Read “The Giver”? And Why? “You cannot write for children,” said once […]
The Epic of Gilgamesh Summary
9 min read ⌚ “The Epic of Gilgamesh” is the oldest work of literature that has reached us. And it is a masterpiece – according to quite about everyone. Read its summary to find out why! Who Should Read “The Epic of Gilgamesh”? And Why? Just think of it this way: as far as we know, […]
The Secrets Of Consulting Summary
4 min read ⌚ A Guide to Giving and Getting Advice Successfully Are you eager to join the club of consultants? Well, before you embark on this lucrative journey, you might want to take a quick glance at your options. We summarize the essential elements of Gerald’s enlightening masterpiece and more. Who Should Read “The Secrets […]
The Myth of Sisyphus Summary
4 min read ⌚ What happens when you realize that life is meaningless? Do you wish to end it, or do you finally find genuine happiness? Who Should Read “The Myth of Sisyphus”? And Why? “The Myth of Sisyphus” is a philosophical essay, that tries to elaborate on the question of happiness and how it is […]
