Can you recommend the best early asylum novels?

One of the well - known early asylum novels is 'The Snake - Pit' by Mary Jane Ward. It gives a vivid and harrowing account of life in a mental asylum.

Definitely. 'Wuthering Heights' stands out for its portrayal of the wild and untamed country life. The characters' emotions seem to be as fierce as the moors they inhabit. 'Far from the Madding Crowd' is a classic that shows the different aspects of rural living, from farming to courtship. And then there's 'Northanger Abbey' by Jane Austen. Although it's not as directly focused on rural work as some others, it does give a good sense of the country - town life, the social events, and the relationships among the genteel classes in a semi - rural setting.

Sure. 'Frankenstein' is a must - read. It was one of the first novels to really explore the idea of artificial life. Then there's 'The Invisible Man' by H.G. Wells. It's a really cool concept about a man who becomes invisible and the problems that come with it. 'Around the World in Eighty Days' by Jules Verne is also a great early science fiction novel. It shows an adventurous journey around the world with the help of modern technology at that time.

Definitely, 'The Tale of Genji' is a great one. It's a classic from 10th - century Japan.

Sure. 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' by Mark Twain is a great choice. It has an engaging plot and relatable characters. Another one is 'The Red Badge of Courage' by Stephen Crane. It gives a vivid picture of war from a young soldier's perspective. And 'Anne of Green Gables' by L. M. Montgomery is a charming novel that many beginners would enjoy.

Well, 'The Rainbow' by D. H. Lawrence is among the best. It's a story that delves deep into the lives and relationships of a family over generations. Also, 'Heart of Darkness' by Joseph Conrad is notable. It's a journey into the African Congo and the dark side of human nature in the context of colonial exploitation.

Another great one is 'The Silent Companions' by Laura Purcell. Although not solely focused on an asylum, it has elements of horror related to mental institutions. The story is set in a creepy manor with a disturbing past involving the treatment of the mentally ill.

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The worlds currently in progress for the candidate worlds "Golden Age","To Youth", and "Surgery" were "Seeing a Deer in the Woods" and "Going to a Windy Place". ---------------------------- The book "Dying the Fleeting Years" was an ancient romance novel written by an old friend of the author. The general plot of this novel was: When I was young, I liked the beginning of stories. A long, long time ago, there was a person in a certain place. How was he…Everything was beautiful at the beginning. The story had yet to break out of its shell. There was no time for it to develop, and we had no time to grieve. When they first met, he whispered in her ear,"My name is Wei Zhuang. Remember this name. We'll meet again in the future." After two years of affection, she said,"I won't leave you." However, they parted in a hurry. After three years of reunion, she finally got rid of the life he had promised her. But now I know that the flowering period has been delayed. Is it too late for us? 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Another early story that could be considered among his best is 'Goodbye, My Brother'. It deals with family relationships, specifically the complex feelings between siblings. The story is filled with Cheever's characteristic insights into human nature and the small dramas that play out within families.

Sure. 'The Canterbury Tales' by Geoffrey Chaucer is an early English novel. It contains a collection of stories told by pilgrims on a journey, giving a great insight into medieval English society.