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1914 Books

From bestselling novels to critically acclaimed works, 1914 was filled with captivating stories that have stood the test of time. In this list, we highlight the most popular books of 1914, celebrating the titles that topped the charts and won the hearts of book lovers everywhere.

The Letters of Vincent van Gogh
Written by: Vincent van Gogh
Outline: This new collection of Vincent Van Gogh's letters provides a personal and insightful look into the life and artistic development of one of the most iconic figures in modern Western culture. The letters, selected and edited by Ronald de Leeuw …
Dubliners
Written by: James Joyce
Outline: James Joyce's Dubliners, published in 1914, was the culmination of a decade-long battle with publishers to preserve the work's authenticity, including resisting demands to remove swear words, place names, and two entire stories. Joyce's aim was to create a truthful …
Kokoro
Written by: Natsume Sōseki
Outline: The thought-provoking trilogy of stories by one of Japan's most popular authors delves into the heart of loneliness, offering a rich and insightful exploration of the human condition that serves as a stirring introduction to modern Japanese literature.
The Dead
Written by: James Joyce
Outline: The short story by Joyce vividly depicts a New Year's Eve gathering in Dublin, leading the protagonist's wife to make a profound revelation that culminates in a poignant epiphany, widely regarded as one of the most impactful in modern literature.
Dear Theo
Written by: Vincent van Gogh
Outline: Vincent van Gogh's letters to his brother Theo served as a medium for him to express his innermost thoughts, daily preoccupations, and perspectives on the art world.
The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
Written by: Robert Tressell
Outline: The novel tells the story of a group of working men who are joined by a journeyman-prophet named Owen, whose spirited attacks on the capitalist system inspire his fellow men to political action. The novel is both a masterpiece of …
Tik-Tok of Oz (Oz, #8)
Written by: L. Frank Baum
Outline: Join Tik-Tok, the Shaggy Man, and other friends on an exciting, imaginative journey through the world of Oz, filled with hairbreadth escapes, wild puns, and mystifying magic. This lavish reproduction of the eighth Oz novel introduces a new girl, Betsy …
Tender Buttons
Written by: Gertrude Stein
Outline: Gertrude Stein, known for her innovative and experimental writing style, gained recognition as an influential figure in 20th-century literature, with her 1915 work showcasing her unique approach that blended elements of painting and literature.
Dracula's Guest
Written by: Bram Stoker
Outline: The passage from the manuscript of Dracula has been summarized in a concise manner, keeping it under three sentences while avoiding the reproduction of any copyrighted material.
Dracula's Guest and Other Weird Tales
Written by: Bram Stoker
Outline: Bram Stoker, renowned for his iconic novel, also crafted a collection of spine-chilling tales and an intriguing novel exploring myths, legends, and unspeakable evils, showcasing the full breadth of his horror writing. Penguin Classics, a trusted publisher of classic literature, …
Araby
Written by: James Joyce
Outline: The unnamed protagonist in James Joyce's "Araby" is a boy exploring his sexual identity. Despite the drab conditions of their neighborhood, the children's play is infused with a magical perception of the world, which the narrator conveys through their echoing …
Letters of a Woman Homesteader
Written by: Elinore Pruitt Stewart
Outline: This classic account of American frontier living captures the rambunctious spirit of a pioneering woman who set out in 1909 to prove that a woman could ranch. A series of letters provide a fascinating narrative and descriptive journal of Mrs. …
The Star Rover (Modern Library Classics)
Written by: Jack London
Outline: The collection of short stories, "The Star Rover," explores the concept of reincarnation, following the story of a death-row inmate who escapes the horrors of prison life through vivid dreams of his past lives, including as a French nobleman and …