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In the beginning of the XXI century, it seemed that the age of books has ended. TV, movies and computer games occupied the minds of youngsters all over the globe. But then Joan Rowling released a novel "Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s stone” and the world changed. Captivating plot, extraordinary characters and pure magic made this book classic instantly. As it opens the whole Harry Potter serie... Read More

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets is the second book about Harry Potter, the boy who lived and his adventures in the magical world. All summer long, Harry Potter dreamed about coming back to Hogwarts, magical school that became his true home. However, a series of mysterious events makes this come back not that easy and happy, as he planned. First days at school are also not a piece a cake: t... Read More

'The Merchant ofVenice' is an acknowledged masterpiece created by William Shakespeare at the end of XVI century. The author himself claims the play to be a comedy, but it has a strong tragedy plot line in it, what makes the story even more interesting and versatile. Shakespeare dwells upon human greed and merciless, vengefulness and rancor, but also depicts the power of love, friendship, and loy... Read More