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1904 Books

From bestselling novels to critically acclaimed works, 1904 was filled with captivating stories that have stood the test of time. In this list, we highlight the most popular books of 1904, celebrating the titles that topped the charts and won the hearts of book lovers everywhere.

The Sea Wolf
Written by: Jack London
Outline: The famous novel by the renowned American writer depicts the eternal struggle between the fundamental worldviews of idealism and materialism.
Nostromo
Written by: Joseph Conrad
Outline: A captivating story that explores the themes of capitalist exploitation and rebellion, set in the mysterious mountains of a fictional South American country, using flashbacks and glimpses of the future to illustrate the allure of silver and its impact on …
The Protestant Ethic and the Spirit of Capitalism
Written by: Max Weber
Outline: The Protestant ethic, emphasizing hard work, self-discipline, and devotion to God, was popularized by sociologist Max Weber, who challenged Marxist views on economic change and linked the rise of capitalism to Puritan efforts to alleviate concerns about salvation through good …
The Golden Bowl
Written by: Henry James
Outline: Maggie Verver, a wealthy American heiress, shares a close bond with her father, Adam Verver, a financier and art collector. Maggie persuades her father to marry her best friend, Charlotte Stant, unaware that Charlotte and Maggie's husband, Prince Amerigo, are …
The Tale of Benjamin Bunny
Written by: Beatrix Potter
Outline: The beloved character Benjamin Bunny, Peter Rabbit's cousin, has been a staple in the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter's stories since their inception in 1904. Beatrix Potter's timeless tales, beginning with the endearing story of Peter Rabbit in 1902, have …
Il fu Mattia Pascal
Written by: Luigi Pirandello
Outline: Il romanzo più famoso di Pirandello, "Il fu Mattia Pascal", pubblicato nel 1904, è un'opera fondamentale della letteratura italiana del Novecento. Il protagonista, Mattia Pascal, è un uomo senza certezze che, creduto morto, tenta di ricominciare una nuova vita, ma …
The Book of the Law
Written by: Aleister Crowley
Outline: "Do what you will" is the core principle of Crowley's Thelema, a philosophy or religion outlined in The Book of the Law, which he claimed was dictated to him in Cairo, Egypt in 1904. Thelema emphasizes individual freedom and self-expression, …
Peter Camenzind
Written by: Hermann Hesse
Outline: A young Swiss man, Peter Camenzind, embarks on a journey seeking new experiences, but becomes disillusioned by the suffering he encounters. However, his encounter with an invalid named Boppi reignites his love for humanity and his ability to find joy …
Ghost Stories of an Antiquary
Written by: M.R. James
Outline: M.R. James' first horror short-story collection, "Ghost Stories of an Antiquary," features some of his greatest supernatural tales, including stories about an alchemist's inn that changes dimensions, a painting reenacting a gruesome scene, and an antiquary who discovers more than …
The Tale of Two Bad Mice
Written by: Beatrix Potter
Outline: The text describes a story written by Beatrix Potter, published in 1904, which features a delightful setting of a doll's house where two naughty mice, Tom Thumb and Hunca Munca, make themselves at home. The text also mentions that Potter's …
Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things
Written by: Lafcadio Hearn
Outline: Lafcadio Hearn's collection of 20 classic Japanese ghost stories, inspired by ancient legends and beliefs, features supernatural tales of blind musicians, faceless creatures, and a cruel personification of winter, culminating in his lifelong interest in the country's captivating customs and …
Count Magnus and Other Ghost Stories
Written by: M.R. James
Outline: This annotated edition of M.R. James's writings, "Count Magnus and Other Ghost Stories," compiles his seminal ghost story collections, "Ghost Stories of an Antiquary" and "More Ghost Stories of an Antiquary," which have become the foundation for much of the …