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ZANE AND THE HURRICANE

A STORY OF KATRINA

by Rodman Philbrick

Based on the facts of the worst hurricane disaster in U.S. history.

A gripping and poignant novel about a 12-year-old boy and his dog who become trapped in New Orleans during the horrors of Hurricane Katrina. Zane Dupree is a charismatic 12-year-old boy in New Orleans when Hurricane Katrina hits. An unforgettable novel of heroism in the face of truly challenging circumstances.

THE DEEP BLUE GOODBYE


by John D. MacDonald

When Travis McGee is asked to recover a stolen fortune for a desperate young woman, his search for the ruthless and charming Junior Allen leads him through the sun-soaked but treacherous underbelly of Florida, where he must confront both physical danger and the emotional wreckage left by a truly evil adversary.

A noir classic.

BOY'S LIFE


by Robert R. McCammon

In the magical haze of a 1960s Southern town, young Cory Mackenson stumbles into a mystery that turns a boy’s coming-of-age into a lyrical, heart-pounding journey through the shadows of myth, memory, and murder.

A nostalgic, heart-tugging masterpiece.

THE LIFE OF CHUCK


by Stephen King

“The Life of Chuck is one of the oddest, most affecting stories I have read in a very long time.” —New York Times Book Review

“Phenomenal… Just when you think things are getting really weird, it all snaps together like an epiphany and you get to the gorgeous meat of the matter.” —USA Today

THE BIRDS
Short Stories for English Language Learners

by Daphne du Maurier

“I tell you the birds were on the sill, trying to get into the room.” “They went for me. Tried to peck my eyes.” He stood by the window, peering into the darkness, and could see nothing . . .

A classic of alienation and horror, 'The Birds' was immortalised by Alfred Hitchcock in his celebrated film.


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I Just Saw the Future.
It Was Not in America.



ANTI-AUTHORITARIAN NOVELS:
various genres that explore themes of authoritarianism, resistance, and individual freedom.

1984
by George Orwell

Brave New World
by Aldous Huxley

Fahrenheit 451
by Ray Bradbury

The Handmaid's Tale
by Margaret Atwood

Animal Farm
by George Orwell


"I run the country and the world."  
-Donald Trump-

It Can't Happen Here
by Sinclair Lewis

The Iron Heel
by Jack London

Little Brother
by Cory Doctorow

The Wave
by Todd Strasser

The Plot Against America
by Philip Roth

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