
Young Adult
Discovery. A Library of Firsts. Coming of Age.
Youth passes but once. Join in on their journey of discovery and exploration. Learn all about pushing the boundaries of what you can do and discovering who you are and what you stand for.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
By Mark Twain
Tom Sawyer lives a life defined by clever mischief and an aversion to the constraints of school and chores. His adventures begin famously with the clever manipulation of his friends into whitewashing a fence for him, turning a punishment into a profitable social event. Tom’s journey from a rebellious troublemaker to a local hero highlights the transition from the innocence of boyhood to the complex responsibilities of the adult world.

The Prince and the Pauper
By Mark Twain
In 16th-century London, two boys who look identical—Prince Edward and a beggar named Tom Canty—accidentally trade places after a chance meeting. While Tom struggles to navigate the rigid etiquette of the royal court, Edward experiences the harsh realities of poverty and injustice. Both boys undergo significant personal growth as they witness the stark divide between England's social classes. Eventually, Edward manages to reclaim his throne just in time for his coronation.

Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales
By Hans Christian Andersen
Unlike traditional folk tales, Andersen’s stories are original literary works that often blend whimsical magic with poignant, sometimes tragic, social commentary. It explores themes of unrequited love, personal transformation, and the triumph of the innocent heart. These tales remain timeless for their vivid imagery and their ability to capture the complexities of the human condition.

The Junglebook
By Rudyard Kipling
This collection primarily follows the life of Mowgli, a human raised by a wolf pack in the Indian jungle under the tutelage of a bear and a panther. Mowgli learns the Law of the Jungle while facing the constant threat of the tiger Shere Khan, who views him as prey. The stories explore the complex relationship between humans and nature, as Mowgli eventually struggles to find his true place in either world.

Robinson Crusoe
By Daniel Defoe
After being shipwrecked on a remote desert island, Robinson Crusoe must rely on his ingenuity and faith to survive for twenty-eight years. He builds a shelter, masters farming, and eventually rescues a native man he names Friday from cannibals. Together, they navigate the challenges of the island until a chance encounter with an English ship allows them to return home. The story explores themes of isolation and human resilience.

The Wizard of Oz
By Frank Baum
When a cyclone transports young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto from Kansas to the magical
Land of Oz, she embarks on a quest to find the Great Wizard. Along the Yellow Brick Road, she
befriends a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodman, and a Cowardly Lion, each seeking a quality they believe they lack. After confronting the Wicked Witch of the West, Dorothy eventually uses her
silver shoes to return home, realizing there is no place like it.