This book contains all the works of the school literature curriculum for grades 5-11 in a brief but succinct retelling. The main storylines are covered, the characters and key actions of the main characters are described. In addition, the book provides comments and explanations for each work, which greatly simplifies the process of preparing for a written or oral response in class. Brief biographies of writers are also provided. The book will be useful not only for schoolchildren, but also for applicants preparing to enter the humanities faculties of universities.