culture

  • The Tale of Genji 

    The Tale of Genji – Full Audiobook Summary by ChatGPTThe Tale of Genji (Genji Monogatari), written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century, is considered the world’s first novel and a masterpiece of Japanese literature. Set in the imperial court of Heian-era Japan, it follows the life and loves of Hikaru Genji, the “Shining…

  • Cleopatra by Jacob Abbott

    Jacob Abbott’s Cleopatra offers a detailed and engaging biography of Cleopatra VII, the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Written in the 19th century, Abbott’s account is both informative and accessible, providing a thorough exploration of Cleopatra’s life, her reign, and her interactions with some of the most powerful men of her…