Authors: Hugo, Victor, 1802-1885

In Positive Psychology

By Samantha Walker

"The History of a Crime" by Victor Hugo is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book details the events surrounding the coup d'état of December 2, 1851, when Louis Bonaparte manipulated a situation to dissolve the National Assembly and suppress political opposition. The narrative is intensely focused on the perspectives of vari...

Authors: Mill, John Stuart, 1806-1873

In Well-Being Science

By Samantha Walker

"Autobiography" by John Stuart Mill is a personal account written in the mid-19th century that reflects on the life and philosophical development of one of the greatest thinkers of the time. The narrative begins with his unconventional early education under the rigorous guidance of his father, James Mill, and explores the profound intellectual infl...

Authors: Zitkala-Sa, 1876-1938

In Happiness Studies

By Samantha Walker

"American Indian Stories" by Zitkala-Sa is a collection of autobiographical essays and narratives written in the early 20th century. The work explores the author's experiences as a Dakota Sioux woman and offers insights into the cultural struggles faced by Indigenous peoples in America during her time. The stories highlight the delicate balance bet...

Authors: Lamb, Mary, 1764-1847

In Resilience

By Samantha Walker

"The Works of Charles and Mary Lamb — Volume 2" by Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb is a collection of essays written during the early 19th century, primarily focused on the life and thoughts of Charles Lamb. The volume predominantly features "Elia" and "The Last Essays of Elia", which capture various reflections ranging from nostalgia for past times to ...

Authors: Owen, Wilfred, 1893-1918

In Positive Psychology

By Samantha Walker

"Poems by Wilfred Owen" is a collection of war poetry published posthumously in the early 20th century, encompassing the poignant and tragic themes surrounding World War I. Written mainly during Owen's time as a soldier, the poems delve deeply into the horrors of combat, the futility of war, and the emotional and physical scars it leaves on individ...

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In Happiness Studies

By Samantha Walker

"The Cavalier Songs and Ballads of England from 1642 to 1684" by Charles Mackay is a collection of historical lyrics written during the turbulent period of the English Civil War and the subsequent political unrest. Compiled in the mid-19th century, this anthology reflects the sentiments of the Royalists, or Cavaliers, who supported King Charles I. ...

Authors: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905

In Well-Being Science

By Samantha Walker

"Around the World in Eighty Days" by Jules Verne is a classic adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around the meticulous and enigmatic Phileas Fogg, who makes a wager that he can travel around the world in just eighty days, accompanied by his new servant, Passepartout. The narrative explores themes of punctuality, the...

Authors: Brontë, Charlotte, 1816-1855

In Happiness Studies

By Samantha Walker

"The Professor" by Charlotte Brontë is a novel written in the early 19th century. The book explores the life and struggles of its main character, William Crimsworth, as he navigates societal expectations, family ties, and the pursuit of his own aspirations in a world of commerce and industrialization. The opening of "The Professor" introduces us to...

Authors: Dickens, Charles, 1812-1870

In Positive Psychology

By Samantha Walker

"Bleak House" by Charles Dickens is a novel written in the mid-19th century that explores the themes of social justice, the inefficiencies of the legal system, and the personal struggles of its characters. The narrative primarily revolves around several characters involved in the interminable court case of Jarndyce and Jarndyce, delving into their ...