Summer in Literature
Writers have created a literature around summer: at the beach, on vacation, in the sweltering heat or in the shade. Whether it's relaxation or intensity, a profusion of flowers, or simple pleasures... summer is unforgettable!
Beach Reading
It's the perfect day to take a book and go the beach--whether that beach is on the ocean, or a spot of sand in your backyard. Enjoy the sun and surf, or shade and breeze. But, don't forget your book!
It's the perfect day to take a book and go the beach--whether that beach is on the ocean, or a spot of sand in your backyard. Enjoy the sun and surf, or shade and breeze. But, don't forget your book!
Summer Quiz
What have writers said about summer in poems, stories, novels, and other works? In this quiz, you can test your knowledge of who wrote about summer in the classics. Also, see if you know the titles of these summertime works.
What have writers said about summer in poems, stories, novels, and other works? In this quiz, you can test your knowledge of who wrote about summer in the classics. Also, see if you know the titles of these summertime works.
A Summer of Faulkner -- William Faulkner Novels
Oprah has chosen three of William Faukner's novels as the summer-reading selection. Read more of the novels from William Faulkner, Nobel Laureate.
Oprah has chosen three of William Faukner's novels as the summer-reading selection. Read more of the novels from William Faulkner, Nobel Laureate.
At a Summer Villa - Anton Chekhov
Read "At a Summer Villa," by Anton Chekhov.
Read "At a Summer Villa," by Anton Chekhov.
Baseball: A Literary Anthology
It's one of the great American pastimes... but it's not always linked to literary endeavors. In this collection, Nicholas Dawidoff brings together literary pieces about baseball. Through stories, memoirs, poems, news reports, and insider accounts, this volume explores what it is about baseball that has brought so many people together, in love and even in obsession with the game.
It's one of the great American pastimes... but it's not always linked to literary endeavors. In this collection, Nicholas Dawidoff brings together literary pieces about baseball. Through stories, memoirs, poems, news reports, and insider accounts, this volume explores what it is about baseball that has brought so many people together, in love and even in obsession with the game.
Books About Summer Literature
Enjoy summer in literature, with books from around the world, including works of fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and more. Read about the journeys in summer adventures: in the heat, through nature, and beyond.
Enjoy summer in literature, with books from around the world, including works of fiction, poetry, nonfiction, and more. Read about the journeys in summer adventures: in the heat, through nature, and beyond.
Discussion: Summer Reading Plans?
Join our discussion about summer reading.
Join our discussion about summer reading.
From Sunset to Star Rise - Christina Georgina Rossetti
Read "From Sunset to Star Rise," by Christina Georgina Rossetti.
Read "From Sunset to Star Rise," by Christina Georgina Rossetti.
How to Plan Out Your Summer Reading List - - Make a List
The months of summer can be a time when lots of activities are taking place. You may be going on vacation, or to the beach, or hiking, or biking, or you may be participating in all sorts of other activities. Whether you're staying home, or traveling near or far, you'll want to have a summer reading list that's perfect for your needs. Here are some tips!
The months of summer can be a time when lots of activities are taking place. You may be going on vacation, or to the beach, or hiking, or biking, or you may be participating in all sorts of other activities. Whether you're staying home, or traveling near or far, you'll want to have a summer reading list that's perfect for your needs. Here are some tips!
Island Reading Books
Have you ever wanted to travel to a desert island? Have you dreamed of exploring the white beaches, the unexplored caverns, or the dense jungles? Discover "Robinson Crusoe," "Treasure Island," and other novels set on islands far and wide. Enjoy the island breezes. Soak up the sun, and read more about the islands in literature.
Have you ever wanted to travel to a desert island? Have you dreamed of exploring the white beaches, the unexplored caverns, or the dense jungles? Discover "Robinson Crusoe," "Treasure Island," and other novels set on islands far and wide. Enjoy the island breezes. Soak up the sun, and read more about the islands in literature.
Jack London Collections
Jack London (1876-1916) once wrote: "I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them." He said, "I will use my time." London had a hard life starting out, and he saw quite a lot of adventure, which came out in many of his works: "Call of the Wild," "The Sea-Wolf," "White Fang," and more.
Jack London (1876-1916) once wrote: "I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them." He said, "I will use my time." London had a hard life starting out, and he saw quite a lot of adventure, which came out in many of his works: "Call of the Wild," "The Sea-Wolf," "White Fang," and more.
La Belle Zoraïde - Kate Chopin
Read "La Belle Zoraïde," by Kate Chopin.
Read "La Belle Zoraïde," by Kate Chopin.
Mark Twain Collections
The works of Mark Twain (1835-1910) have been collected in many different combinations (with short stories, speeches, novels, and more). These collections allow you to enjoy some of his greatest works in one volume. Take a look...
The works of Mark Twain (1835-1910) have been collected in many different combinations (with short stories, speeches, novels, and more). These collections allow you to enjoy some of his greatest works in one volume. Take a look...
Rain in Summer - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Read "Rain in Summer," by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
Read "Rain in Summer," by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
Stranded on a Desert Island
Have you ever wondered what you would do if you washed up on a deserted island? Daniel Defoe dramatizes such an experience in "Robinson Crusoe"!
Have you ever wondered what you would do if you washed up on a deserted island? Daniel Defoe dramatizes such an experience in "Robinson Crusoe"!
Summer - Edith Wharton
Read "Summer," by Edith Wharton (1862-1937).
Read "Summer," by Edith Wharton (1862-1937).
Summer Shower - Emily Dickinson
Read "Summer Shower," by Emily Dickinson.
Read "Summer Shower," by Emily Dickinson.
Summer's Armies - Emily Dickinson
Read "Summer's Armies," by Emily Dickinson.
Read "Summer's Armies," by Emily Dickinson.
The Awakening - Kate Chopin
Read "The Awakening," by Kate Chopin.
Read "The Awakening," by Kate Chopin.
The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson - O. Henry
Read "The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson," by O. Henry.
Read "The Indian Summer of Dry Valley Johnson," by O. Henry.
The Ugly Duckling - Hans Christian Anderson
Read "The Ugly Duckling," by Hans Christian Anderson.
Read "The Ugly Duckling," by Hans Christian Anderson.
To Him Who Waits - O. Henry
Read "To Him Who Waits," by O. Henry.
Read "To Him Who Waits," by O. Henry.
To Summer - William Blake
Read "To Summer," by William Blake.
Read "To Summer," by William Blake.