The Wind in the Willows

The Wind in the Willows

1 minute read

The Wind in the Willows by Kenneth Grahame is a timeless tale of friendship, adventure, and home. Set in the English countryside, it follows the lives of Mole, Ratty, Badger, and the eccentric Mr. Toad. Mole discovers a new world above ground, befriending the river-loving Ratty and the wise Badger. Together, they face Toad’s reckless…

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War

2 minutes read

White Jacket, or The World in a Man-of-War is a novel by Herman Melville, published in 1850. The story follows the experiences of an unnamed sailor aboard the USS Neversink, a warship in the U.S. Navy. The narrative is presented in the form of a first-person account, providing readers with an intimate glimpse into life…