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"Journey to the Center of the Earth is a classic 1864 science fiction novel by Jules Verne. The story involves German professor Otto Lidenbrock who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the centre of the Earth. He, his nephew Axel, and their guide Hans descend into the Icelandic volcano Snæfellsjökull, encountering many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, before eventually coming to the surface again in southern...
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AMPL Dark Academia
Classic Horror Novels--Melrose Park Public Library
Classics - St. Charles Public Library
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A young man's quest for eternal youth and beauty ends in scandal, depravity and death. Enthralled by his own exquisite portrait, Dorian Gray exchanges his soul for eternal youth and beauty. Influenced by his friend Lord Henry Wotton, he is drawn into a corrupt double life, indulging his desires in secret while remaining a gentleman in the eyes of polite society. Only his portrait bears the traces of his decadence. The picture of Dorian Gray was a...
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OBD Happy Halloween - Adult
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OBD Happy Halloween - Adult
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Gaston Leroux's novel The Phantom of the Opera, first published in 1910, remained a perennial favorite throughout the twentieth century and into the early 2000s. It was adapted to several popular motion pictures and into one of the most successful stage musicals of all time. Its main character, Erik, is a romantic figure whose appeal reaches across different cultures and times. He is a sensitive soul, an accomplished composer and musician whose great...
4) Aliens
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This book reviews the creatures from outer space that show up in our literature, television, movies, and video games and includes information on unidentified flying objects.
9) Monsters
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This book explores the history and legends of some famous monsters including Bigfoot, Yeti, and Loch Ness Monster, as well as dragons, sea monsters, and giants.
12) Vampires
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Explores the mythology and popular literature of vampires.
13) Werewolves
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This book reviews the history and folklore of werewolves including how they come to be, sightings throughout history, and movie entertainment.
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