My bookshelf
I have always been a devoted fan of literature, and every book I read leaves a mark on my soul. Currently, my reader's journey has plunged into the fascinating world of the universe of "Grishavers" by Lee Bordugo, where magic, intrigue and complex characters bloom on the pages. Exploring this fantastic universe gives me incredible pleasure, and I look forward to new works by this author.
Lee Bordugo - "Shadow and Bone" (trilogy)
Before I plunged into The Six Ravens, I began my literary journey with the Shadow and Bone trilogy. This fascinating trilogy introduces the reader to a unique world where magic and intrigue are woven into a complex pattern. The main characters, their adventures and their search for themselves in this world create an exciting story that it is impossible to stop reading.
Lee Bordugo - "The Six Ravens" and "The Corrupt Kingdom"
Lee Bordugo is a master of creating picturesque and shaky worlds. "The Six Ravens" is an invasion into the world of intrigue, magic and power struggle. The main characters, Loklen and Gloster, have unique abilities, and their adventures, full of danger and mysteries, make the reader literally live every page. "The Corrupt Kingdom" continues this epic journey and provides even more mysteries and deceptions, making you eager to find out how this story will end.
Lee Bordugo - "King of Scars"
After the completion of "The Corrupt Kingdom", I am already looking forward to reading "The King of Scars". This book will surely continue the story full of intrigues and battles for power, and I can't wait to find out what new twists of fate await the characters.
Lee Bordugo - "The Reign of Wolves"
And finally, "The Reign of Wolves" is another book that I will definitely read. I am sure that it will be a continuation of an exciting story and will bring new elements to the world of Lee Bordugo. Wolves, magic and politics - it sounds like the promise of a fascinating reading experience.
All these books by Lee Bordugo promise to immerse you in amazing worlds where power, magic and characters come to life on the pages. Their fascinating plots and complex characters will surely amaze you and give you many unforgettable moments in a literary journey.
Andrzej Sapkowski - "The Witcher Saga"
Andrzej Sapkowski has created a unique world of magic and monsters, where the witcher Geralt of Rivia fights unknown horrors. This saga combines drama, adventure and philosophical reflections on morality and fate. Complex characters and a rich world make The Witcher Saga one of the greatest works of fantasy.Dan Simmons - "Terror"
"Terror" is a historical thriller inspired by the real events of the John Franklin expedition. The book provides the reader with a terrifying journey to the north, to the icy expanses of the Arctic, where the crew of ships must fight for survival in harsh conditions and against a mystical threat.
Yukio Mishima - "Life for Sale"
Yukio Mishima is known for his deep psychological portraits of characters and his philosophical reflections. "Life for Sale" explores the themes of painting, art and death through the story of a pictorial artist cultivating his own path to perfection.
Niklas Natt-o-Dag "1793"
This fascinating, witty and incredibly beautiful book about the dark times of Stockholm life with a fiercely twisted criminal plot and city life of the XVIII century described in detail on the basis of historical documents glorified the novice author, a descendant of the ancient noble family of Niklas Natt-o-Dag.Four years after the storming of the Bastille in France and more than a year after the death of King Gustav III in Sweden, paranoia and conspiracies populate the streets of the city. Animal horror, dissolved in the spirit, creeps into every dirty nook and cranny when a disfigured body is found in the water, and the investigation reveals the most terrible details of the secret life of the Swedish elite.
Sun Tzu "The Art of War"
The one who knows when it is possible to fight, and when it is impossible, will win. The one who understands how to use large and small forces will win. The one who has the same desire at the top and bottom will win. The one who, being fully prepared, waits for the unprepared, will win. It is not necessary to conduct military operations in order to use the principles formulated by Sun Tzu. They are equally applicable in politics, management and even in everyday life. Everyone dreams of becoming a winner. Comprehension of ancient wisdom is still a step towards victory today.
Dante Alighieri's "Divine Comedy"
This is an epic poetic work written in the XIV century. It is a three-part work consisting of "Hell" ("Inferno"), "Purgatory" ("Purgatorio") and "Paradise" ("Paradiso").Mainly, the Divine Comedy is a guide to the afterlife of the medieval Christian worldview, and is also an allegory in which each element has a symbolic meaning. The work addresses the themes of religion, politics, morality and human nature.
Howard Phillips Lovecraft's "The Ridges of Madness"
is a novel in the genre of horror and fiction, which was written from February to March 1931. This story tells the story of an expedition to Antarctica that discovers strange and scary things under the ice. This story is widely known and appreciated in the horror genre and is part of the Cthulhu mythology created by Lovecraft. It explores the themes of cosmic horrors, ancient civilizations and the impact of unimaginable forces on the human mind.
Dmitry Glukhovsky "Metro Universe"
The universe of Metro 2033 describes a post-apocalyptic world where the survivors live in the Moscow metro after a nuclear war. Major works in this universe include the novel Metro 2033, as well as its sequels Metro 2034 and Metro 2035. The main themes covered in these works include survival in the post-apocalypse, the relationship between survivors, mutations and monsters, as well as the impact of war and technological decline on human civilization. Metro 2033 often contains elements of philosophy, religion, and social criticism.
Kurt Vonnegut "Massacre Number Five, or the Children's Crusade"
The novel tells the story of Billy Pilgrim, an American soldier who participates in World War II, is captured by German soldiers and survives the bombing of Dresden. However, the main feature of the narrative is that the events are told non-linearly, and Billy, as it were, exists beyond time and space. The book discusses the themes of war, victims, madness and the senselessness of violence. Vonnegut uses fantastical elements to emphasize the absurdity of war and life in general. Also in the novel there are motifs of the "Children's Crusade" – a medieval event when children undertook an unsuccessful journey to the Holy Land in search of paradise.
Niccolo Machiavelli - "The Sovereign"
"The Sovereign" is a classic work about politics and power, written by Niccolo Machiavelli. The book discusses issues such as deception and the rules of politics, and it remains relevant and important for understanding modern political reality.
Each of these books and authors opens up unique worlds and allows the reader to immerse themselves in various aspects of human nature and the world around us. They are able to inspire, make you think and leave an unforgettable impression, which makes them indispensable for lovers of literature.
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