The Naming of the Birds by Paraic O'Donnell review Victorian gothicThe Naming of the Birds masterfully intertwines a gothic mystery with sharp social commentary, exploring themes of identity and privilege against the backdrop of Victorian London.
Behold Harry Clarke's Hallucinatory Illustrations for Edgar Allan Poe's Story Collection, Tales of Mystery and Imagination (1923)The popularity of illustrated literature has significantly declined since the late 19th century, making it a rarity today.Harry Clarke's work in book illustration is an important yet often overlooked part of literary history.
The 15 Best Dr. Watsons, RankedSherlock Holmes is incomprehensible without Dr. John Watson, who enriches the narrative and emotional layers of their stories.
Notework by Simon Reader (Book Review)Literary texts from the Victorian era have valuable insights in their fragmented elements, challenging traditional reading approaches.
Money by David McWilliams review the story of cold hard cashMoney is a central theme in Victorian novels, whereas popular nonfiction about money is rare and often difficult to read.