Classics - Reference and Academics

The Elements of Style by William Strunk Jr., a seminal guide to the art of writing, distils the essential rules of grammar, usage and composition into a concise, practical manual. Originally published in 1918, this book offers timeless advice on c...

A Dictionary of Modern English Usage is a guide to the rules of good written British English including British English usage, pronunciation, and writing. It covers topics such as plurals and literary technique, distinctions among like words (homon...

Ralph Waldo Emerson’s Essays: First and Second Series presents a collection of his most influential writings, originally published in the 1840s. These essays explore profound themes such as self-reliance, nature, individuality, and the inner spiri...

"Knowledge kills action; action requires the veils of illusion." The Birth of Tragedy by Friedrich Nietzsche explores the origins of Greek tragedy and its profound impact on Western culture. Published in 1872, this philosophical work examines the...

Also known as An Apology for Poetry, The Defence of Poesy is a work of literary criticism by Elizabethan poet Philip Sidney. It was written around 1579, and first published in 1595, after his death. The essence of his defence is that poetry combin...