The Thief of Always is a novel written by Clive Barker. It was published in 1992 and has since become a classic in the horror-adventure genre. The book is targeted towards middle-grade readers, but it has been enjoyed by readers of all ages. The story follows a young boy named Harvey who is bored with …
Examples of Allegories
“The Longest Journey” by E.M. Forster is a novel that explores the themes of personal growth, love, and friendship. The story follows the life of Rickie Elliot, a young man who is struggling to find his place in the world. The novel is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Rickie’s life …
“The Shape of Things to Come” is a science fiction novel written by H.G. Wells that was first published in 1933. The novel takes the form of a future history that ends in 2106. In the book, Wells discusses his vision of the future world, including political theory, technology, and social changes. The novel is …
The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick is a children’s historical fiction book that has been widely acclaimed for its unique storytelling style. The book is a blend of both text and illustrations, with 284 pictures scattered throughout its 533 pages. The story revolves around Hugo Cabret, an orphan living in a train station …
“The First Fifteen Lives of Harry August” by Claire North is a fascinating novel that explores the concept of rebirth and the impact of one’s choices on their future lives. The story follows Harry August, a Kalachakra, who is reborn every time he dies and retains the memories of his past lives. As he nears …
The Dream of the Red Chamber is a classic Chinese novel that has captivated readers for centuries. Written by Cao Xueqin, it is also known as The Story of the Stone and is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The novel is renowned for its intricate plot, vivid characters, and …
Shaun Tan’s “The Arrival” is a wordless graphic novel that tells the story of an immigrant’s experience in an imaginary world. The book is composed of small, medium, and large panels, often featuring pages of full artwork. The narrative flow is repeatedly arrested to focus the reader’s attention on silent, often very detailed drawings, spread …
“The Housekeeper and the Professor” is a novel written by Yoko Ogawa, a contemporary Japanese author. The book is a work of literary fiction set in modern-day Japan, and it is loosely based on the book “The Man Who Loved Only Numbers,” a biography of the mathematician Paul Erdös. The story revolves around the relationship …
The Worm Ouroboros by E.R. Eddison is a classic work of high fantasy that has captivated readers for nearly a century. Set in a world that is part medieval and part Norse saga, the book tells the story of the protracted war between the domineering King Gorice of Witchland and the Lords of Demonland. The …
“The Seven Madmen” is a novel written by Roberto Arlt and published in 1929. The novel is set in Buenos Aires and follows the life of Remo Erdosain, a man who is struggling to come to terms with his place in society. The novel is widely regarded as one of the most important works of …