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  The Spy - A Tale of the Neutral...

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  This historical adventure with a hint of romance takes place during the American Revolution, when a man, only known as Mr. Harper, requests shelter at The Locusts during a storm. When another unknown stranger appears in want of shelter, Mr. Harper, and the Locust family, become quite suspicious. As the battle between the Patriots and the British is fought in their midst, an internal struggle occurs in the house of one family.

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  A Descent into the Maelström

  Sampi Books, Edgar Allan Poe

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  Edgar Allan Poe's "The Descent into the Maelström" is a tale that explores themes of survival and cunning in the face of imposing natural forces. Narrated by a man facing a colossal whirlpool, the story distils the tension between fear and reason, highlighting the human capacity to use intelligence to face seemingly insurmountable challenges.

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  Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens...

  James M. Barrie

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  Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens by J.M. Barrie. Peter Pan, the boy who refused to grow up, is one of the immortals of children's literature. J.M. Barrie first created Peter Pan as a baby, living in secret with the birds and fairies in the middle of London, but as the children for whom he invented the stories grew older, so too did Peter, reappearing in Neverland, where he was aided in his epic battles with Red Indians and pirates by the motherly and resourceful Wendy Darling. With their contrary lures of home and escape, childhood and maturity, safety and high adventure, these unforgettable tales are equally popular with children and adults.

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  Diplomacy - From their pens to...

  Lafcadio Hearn

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  Lafcadio Hearn was born on the 27th June 1850 on the Ionian isle of Levkás in Greece to a British Army officer and a Greek Mother. 
  His father, fearing for his career prospects at being married to a Greek Orthodox wife, sent them to Dublin whilst he continued to advance his career with further postings.  Life there was difficult for mother and son.  His father returned, wounded and traumatised, when Lafcadio was three.  He annulled the marriage and she remarried but had to give up care of Lafcadio to her sister-in law.   
  After brief periods for Catholic education in England and France he emigrated to Ohio in the United States when he was 19, taking on a series of casual jobs before embarking on a career as a journalist, publishing poems and essays in Cincinnati.  It was whilst here that he began a side-line in translating, starting with Gautier and Flaubert.  He married in 1874 to a 20 year old African-American woman in violation of Ohio's anti-miscegenation law.  The marriage soon failed. 
  In 1877 he relocated to New Orleans to write on a variety of themes before picking up a two year assignment from Harper’s to write in the West Indies, where he also wrote his first novel. 
  In 1890 Harper’s sent him to Japan.  Here he left journalism and took the remarkable decision to become a schoolteacher in the north of Japan.   Enraptured by the culture he was driven to explain it in various Western publications to those who had little, if any, knowledge of its culture.  Within the year he had fallen in love with, and married, a high-born Japanese lady, together they would have four children.   
  In 1895 he became a Japanese national and took the name Koizumi Yakumo, Koizumi being his wife’s family name. 
  The following few years, whilst a professor of Literature at the Imperial University of Japan, were his most creative and admired period.   
  Lafcadio Hearn died of heart failure on the 26th of September 1904, in Tokyo, Japan shortly before leaving to deliver a series of lectures at Cornell University in New York State.  He was 54.

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  Eight Cousins

  Louisa May Alcott

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  Rose Campbell is sent to live with her wealthy Uncle Alec after the death of her father. Surrounded by seven lively boy cousins, she finds herself immersed in a world of adventure, laughter, and lessons about life. Uncle Alec’s progressive parenting fosters Rose’s independence and self-worth, challenging traditional gender roles. Through themes of family, health, and personal growth, Alcott crafts a heartwarming tale that blends humor with moral insight. As Rose matures, she learns the value of love, resilience, and staying true to oneself, proving that family bonds can shape a brighter future.

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  Around the World in Eighty Days

  Jules Verne

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  Embark on an exhilarating global adventure with Around the World in Eighty Days, Jules Verne’s beloved tale of determination, ingenuity, and the thrill of discovery. Follow the unflappable Phileas Fogg and his loyal servant, Passepartout, as they race against time to circumnavigate the world in just eighty days. Facing unexpected obstacles, from storms at sea to encounters with outlaws, Fogg’s remarkable journey tests their courage and resourcefulness at every turn. 
  Verne’s iconic story captures the spirit of the 19th-century age of exploration, blending suspense, humor, and a sense of wonder. Around the World in Eighty Days is an enduring classic that continues to inspire and entertain readers of all ages. 
  Narrated with energy and charm, this audiobook brings each locale and colorful character to life, making it the perfect listen for adventurers and dreamers alike. 
  Start listening to Around the World in Eighty Days today and join a whirlwind journey that spans the globe!

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