past books
Past Books
Fall 2020 - E.A. Poe's Short Stories by Edgar Allan Poe
E.A. Poe's Short Stories
"Edgar Allan Poe, one of the most original writers in American literary history, was a pioneer of the detective story, the horror tale and science fiction. In his fiction he explores various themes like personal psychology, obsession, fantasy, death, etc."
-E.A. Poe's Short Stories
What is it about?
This version of the book is retold by James McNaughton.
The book contains nine of Poe's short stories. They touch on many different genres but all follow a spooky theme. Students will help decide which stories we read during this fall semester. The stories include:
"The Black Cat" "The Fall of the House of Usher" "The Tell-Tale Heart" and many more...
Fall 2019 - Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Robert Louis Stevenson is known for his fiction and travel books. His most famous work of horror is "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde". It has supernatural elements and deals with the moral struggle between being good and being bad. The mystery in each story is gradually revealed through the conflict between conscience and instinct.
What is it about?
Are scientists obligated to be "good"? Are knowledge and curiosity more important than morality? This book introduces these concepts by introducing the scientist, Dr. Jekyll. Dr. Jekyll becomes curious about human nature, specifically the idea of good versus evil. As a result of his research and experiments, strange things starts happening. His good friend, Mr. Utterson, comes to investigate and is shocked by what he finds.
Length: About 93 pages
Example Texts from the Book
You are one of my oldest friends. Although we have different opinions on many scientific matters, your friendship has always been important to me. Had your life, reputation, or sanity* ever been at risk*, I would have sacrificed* everything to help you. Tonight, my life, my reputation, and my sanity are all in your hands. If you fail me, I am destroyed.
sanity -제정신 be at risk-위험한 상태에 처하다 sacrifice- 희생시키다