Set against the exotic, vivid backdrop of the British colony at Singapore, The Letter by W. Somerset Maugham depicts the dishonorable effects of jealous passion and deceit while suggesting a subtle tension between the British colonists and their Eastern subjects.
Quizlit’s Book of the Month October 2023 is The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng. From the author of The Gift of Rain comes a characteristically elegant and atmospheric meditation on creativity, empire and public facades as W. Somerset Maugham wrestles with writer’s block in 1920s Penang.
Arthur C. Clarke’s legacy bridges the worlds of the arts and the sciences. His work ranged from scientific discovery to science fiction, from technical application to entertainment.
Originally published in Japan in 1908 Our Cat’s Grave by Natsume Soseki is a brief but heartfelt remembrance for a feline companion.
A Brave New Dystopian Book Quiz.
If you a fan of the Dystopian Books then this is the quiz for you. 10 Questions on famous Dystopian Novels and Authors.
The Wolfson History Prize Shortlist 2023 has now been announced. Awarded by the Wolfson Foundation annually for over fifty years, the Wolfson History Prize is the UK’s most prestigious history prize.
Enjoy Quizlit’s selection of 10 Great Nigerian Books to read. Featuring the Best Books by Nigerian Authors in recent history.
Looking for some great reads this fall, here is Quizlit’s selection of 5 Amazing New Books to Read this Autumn
Doesn’t everyone need a little bit of magic in their lives. Our favorite literature genre here at Quizlit, test your knowledge with our fun Magical Realism quiz.
Quizlit’s Book of the Month September 2023 is August Blue by Deborah Levy. A new novel from the Booker Prize finalist Deborah Levy, the celebrated author of The Man Who Saw Everything and The Cost of Living.
