“Romeo and Juliet” is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. The play is set in Verona, Italy and tells the story of two young lovers from rival families, the Montagues and the Capulets, who fall in love and secretly marry. However, they are eventually discovered, leading to a tragic turn of events that results in the deaths of both lovers, as well as several other characters.
In the end, the feud between the two families is finally resolved through the tragic events that have taken place… Read More
Christopher Marlowe’s The Tragical History of Dr. Faustus is a gripping tale of ambition, hubris, and the eternal consequences of overreaching. This timeless tragedy explores the dark allure of forbidden knowledge and the price of making a deal with the devil.
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A special edition release only for cNFTCon attendees. Meditations is a series of personal writings by Marcus Aurelius, Roman Emperor from AD 161 to 180, recording his private notes to himself and ideas on Stoic philosophy.
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The True Prophecies or Prognostications of Michael Nostradamus uncovers the intriguing predictions that have fascinated readers for centuries. The book explores the life and work of Nostradamus, a 16th-century French astrologer and seer, whose verses have led to much discussion and interpretation.
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“The Prince,” a political treatise written by the Italian diplomat and philosopher Niccolò Machiavelli. “The Prince” was first published in 1532 and is considered one of the most influential works on political philosophy and statecraft.
The book offers advice and guidance to rulers on how to acquire and maintain political power. It’s known for its pragmatic and often controversial approach to politics, advocating for leaders to prioritize effective governance and the preservation of t… Read More
In Utopia, Thomas More constructs a fictional society to critique the political, social, and economic flaws of 16th-century Europe. Through a dialogue between fictionalized versions of himself and the traveler Raphael Hythloday, More presents an imagined island where communal ownership, religious tolerance, and rational governance create a harmonious society. By contrasting this utopian vision with the corruption of contemporary European states, More challenges readers to reflect on justice, ine… Read More
The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is one of the oldest extant works of literature still widely read by modern audiences. As with the Iliad, the poem is divided into 24 books. It follows the Greek hero Odysseus, king of Ithaca, and his journey home after the Trojan War.
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Aesop’s Fables are a collection of ancient moral tales attributed to Aesop, a storyteller believed to have lived in ancient Greece around the 6th century BCE.
These fables have endured through the centuries and remain popular as a source of wisdom and moral lessons.
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Geoffrey Chaucer’s “The Canterbury Tales” transports readers to the vibrant and diverse world of medieval England, offering a panoramic view of society through the lens of a group of pilgrims journeying to the shrine of Thomas Becket in Canterbury. Written in Middle English in the late 14th century, Chaucer’s magnum opus is a rich tapestry of storytelling, wit, and social commentary. Through a series of interconnected tales told by a colorful cast of characters from vario… Read More
Giovanni Boccaccio’s “The Decameron” transports readers to 14th-century Italy during the devastating Black Death. In this vivid narrative, ten young Florentines—seven women and three men—flee their plague-stricken city to seek refuge in a serene villa in the countryside. To pass the time and keep their spirits high, they each take turns telling stories over ten days, culminating in a rich tapestry of one hundred diverse tales.
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Dante Alighieri wrote “The Divine Comedy,” crafting it as an epic poem that stands as one of the pinnacles of world literature and Italian literary tradition. Divided into three parts – Inferno, Purgatorio, and Paradiso – the poem narrates Dante’s journey through Hell, Purgatory, and Heaven, respectively.
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Step into the medieval world with The Travels of Marco Polo — Volume 1 & 2, a collaborative masterpiece by Marco Polo and Rusticiano da Pisa. This remarkable narrative brings to life the vast and diverse lands of Asia, as seen through Marco Polo’s adventurous eyes and Rusticiano’s vivid prose.
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Magna Carta, Latin for “Great Charter,” is a foundational document in English constitutional history. It was signed by King John of England at Runnymede on June 15, 1215, under pressure from rebellious barons seeking to limit the monarch’s power.
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