Authors: Aanrud, Hans, 1863-1953

In Relationship Studies

By Cameron Müller

Have you ever met a character who feels so real, you'd swear you know them? That's Sidsel. This little Norwegian girl with the long skirt is about to have the most important day of her life. It's not a grand adventure with dragons or magic spells. It's the day she gets to go to the big farm alone to watch the cows. To her, it's everything. The book follows her simple journey, but trust me, every step feels huge. It's about seeing the world through the eyes of a child, where a puddle is an ocean and a field is a kingdom. It's quiet, charming, and will make you remember what it was like to be small in a big, wide world.

Authors: Verne, Jules, 1828-1905

In Contemporary Romance

By Cameron Müller

Ever feel like you're stuck in a rut? Meet Phileas Fogg, a man whose daily routine is so precise he times his shaving water to the exact degree. Then, on a whim, he bets his entire fortune that he can travel around the world in just eighty days. It's 1872, and he's got steamships, trains, and maybe an elephant to catch. But there's a twist: a detective named Fix is convinced Fogg is a bank robber on the run, and he's hot on his heels across every continent. This book is the ultimate high-stakes race against the clock, packed with hilarious mishaps and wild adventures. It’s a classic for a reason—you'll be turning pages to see if Fogg makes it home in time.

Authors: Various

In Historical Romance

By Cameron Müller

Hey, have you ever wondered what people were actually talking about in 1905? Not just the big history book events, but what they saw, read, and worried about day-to-day? I just spent an evening with a single issue of a French weekly magazine from that year, 'L'Illustration.' It's not a novel with a plot, but a time capsule. One minute you're looking at photos of a new Parisian subway station, the next you're reading a political cartoon about tensions in Morocco, and then you're seeing fashion plates for spring hats. The 'conflict' here is the quiet tension of a world on the brink of massive change, captured in the ordinary news of a single week. It’s a completely fascinating, and oddly intimate, way to time-travel.

Authors: Morice, Charles, 1861-1919

In Classic Romance

By Cameron Müller

Have you ever wanted to just leave everything behind? That’s exactly what Paul Gauguin did. 'Noa Noa' is his wild, messy, and totally captivating story of escaping Paris for the South Pacific. It’s not just a travel diary; it’s a raw look at a man trying to find paradise and discovering it’s not as simple as he thought. The book is a collaboration, so you get both Gauguin’s vivid experiences and Charles Morice’s poetic polish. It’s about art, freedom, and the complicated reality of chasing a dream. If you’ve ever felt the pull of somewhere completely different, this book will grab you.

Authors: Zitkala-Sa, 1876-1938

In Historical Romance

By Cameron Müller

Hey, have you read 'American Indian Stories' by Zitkala-Sa? It's not just a book—it's an experience. Imagine being a young girl, full of wonder, living freely on the plains. Then, you're taken to a boarding school where they try to erase your language, your hair, your name. This book is her true story about that impossible choice: how do you survive in a world that wants to erase you, while still holding onto who you are? It's raw, beautiful, and will stick with you long after you finish the last page.

Authors: Fischer, Emil, 1852-1919

In Contemporary Romance

By Cameron Müller

Ever wonder what it was like to be at the absolute forefront of science before we even knew what DNA was? This isn't a dry textbook. It's Emil Fischer's own story, told in his own words. He won a Nobel Prize for figuring out the chemistry of sugars and proteins—basically, the building blocks of life. But his memoir is about more than just lab work. It's a personal journey through an explosive time for science, filled with rivalries, breakthroughs, and the sheer joy of discovery. If you're curious about the human side of scientific giants, this is your backstage pass.

Authors: Vallès, Jules, 1832-1885

In Relationship Studies

By Cameron Müller

Ever wonder what happens after you finally get that diploma? In 'Le Bachelier,' Jules Vallès gives us the brutally honest answer through Jacques Vingtras, a young man who graduates into a world that doesn't want him. This isn't a story about academic success, but about what comes next: the soul-crushing search for a job, the clash between ideals and reality, and the hunger of a brilliant mind trapped in a society with no place for it. It's a 19th-century story that feels painfully modern for anyone who's ever asked, 'What now?'

Authors: Bastiat, Frédéric, 1801-1850

In Classic Romance

By Cameron Müller

Ever feel like you're being talked down to by experts who insist economics is too complex for regular people? That's exactly what Frédéric Bastiat was fighting against in 19th century France. This collection of his works isn't dry theory—it's a passionate, witty, and often hilarious takedown of bad ideas. He wrote satirical petitions from candle-makers begging for protection from the 'unfair competition' of the sun. He dismantled arguments for government overreach with clear logic anyone can follow. Reading Bastiat feels like having a brilliant, slightly sarcastic friend explain why common sense still matters in politics. If you've ever rolled your eyes at bureaucratic nonsense, you'll find a kindred spirit here.

Authors: Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904

In Relationship Studies

By Cameron Müller

Imagine arriving in a country where you don't speak the language, everything feels upside-down, and yet, you're determined to see its soul, not just its surface. That's Lafcadio Hearn's journey in 'Glimpses of Unfamiliar Japan.' Forget the tourist traps of 1890. Hearn wanders into back alleys, listens to ghost stories by lantern-light, and tries to understand the quiet rituals of daily life. This book isn't a guide; it's the raw, beautiful, and sometimes frustrating diary of a man falling in love with a culture, one confusing, wonderful moment at a time. If you've ever felt like a curious outsider, you'll see yourself in these pages.