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  The Life Of Oscar Wilde

  Robert Sherard

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  "The Life of Oscar Wilde" by Robert Sherard is a biographical exploration that takes readers on a journey through the fascinating and tumultuous life of one of the most brilliant and controversial figures of the late 19th century. Originally published in 1906, Sherard, a friend and contemporary of Wilde, provides a deeply personal account of the playwright and poet. The biography begins by delving into Wilde's early years, offering readers a glimpse into his upbringing, education, and the early influences that shaped his artistic sensibilities. As the narrative unfolds, Sherard chronicles Wilde's ascent to literary stardom, detailing his notable works and the societal reception of his writings. 
   
  The book doesn't shy away from the more controversial aspects of Wilde's life, particularly his relationships and the scandal that ultimately led to his downfall. Sherard provides valuable insights into the personal and professional relationships that defined Wilde's world, shedding light on the man behind the public persona. Sherard's writing style is infused with a sense of intimacy and personal connection to his subject, offering readers a unique perspective on Wilde's life. The biography is not merely a chronicle of events but also an exploration of the societal norms and prejudices that Wilde challenged through his art and lifestyle. "The Life of Oscar Wilde" remains a crucial piece of Wildean scholarship, capturing the essence of the man who defied conventions and paid a high price for his nonconformity. Sherard's work stands as a testament to the complexities of Wilde's character, his artistic genius, and the societal forces that shaped his tragic narrative.

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  3 Stories About - Dead Women...

  Rudyard Kipling, H Rider aggard,...

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  There is something about the number 3.    
   
  The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.   
   
  Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois.  It seems good things usually come in threes. 
   
  Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating. 
   
  From their pens to your your ears.

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  Alchemiya 2: The Tower

  Kate Hawthorne

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  Book 2 in the Alchemiya universe sees Lady Cherry Plumtree fall in love. Accidentally and most inconveniently pregnant, the still-single Cherry leaves the Golden City for Karlstejn, a land where alchemy is forbidden and no one will know her real reason for travel. Lady Bekah Ratna and the family 's handsome valet, Hadley, accompany her on her journey. 
  The trio soon find themselves in the middle of local intrigue. Alchemists still exist in Karlstejn, whether the king outlaws them or not. As if it wasn't bad enough, trouble followed them from the Golden City, too, in the guise of jealous relatives who'd just love to learn Cherry's disgraceful secret. 
  Hadley will do his best to protect the woman he's falling for--though he thinks Cherry is too far above him for anything to become of them. Cherry, on the other hand, disagrees. She's just got to disentangle a few extremely annoying problems before she can deal with a forbidden love, on top of it all.

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  Emergence

  Jacki Rawlinson

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  To survive, she must emerge. 
   
  To win, she must ascend. 
   
  Just try and stop her. 
   
  Born from an ancient race of gifted aliens, the whole universe is depending on Emily 
  to rise up to the challenge and become the Chosen One that she is destined to be. 
  There’s one hitch...she has no idea who she is or where she comes from. 
   
  Being hunted by her kind’s mortal enemy, her home planet is savagely attacked. 
  Can she survive? 
   
  Join Emily on her path of discovery, war and destruction as her true strengths emerge 
  and she joins forces with an unlikely team, supported by Cedrick, the most advanced 
  Artificial Intelligence unit known in the galaxy.

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  Waiting For A Friend

  Alfred C. Martino

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  Waiting For A Friend is the story of a fifty-year old man who has an unexpected (or maybe not) meeting with a best friend from his teenage years, as they catch up on each other's lives, renew their friendship, and lament the passage of so many decades.

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  Dreaming of His Snowed In Kiss

  Jessie Gussman

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  Everyone thinks Poppy Kyle is naturally happy and positive. But it took a major tragedy in her life for her to overcome her natural negative tendencies and develop a happiness attitude. She will not allow the surly West Barclay to steal her joy. 
  After West Barclay lost his parents in a car accident, he spent some time in foster care. Unfortunately, he fell in with the wrong crowd and saw just how rotten life can be. He still carries the scars. Poppy, with her perpetual smile and positive attitude irritates him to no end. 
  He couldn’t think of a person he would be less inclined to be snowed in with. 
  So, of course it was Poppy who had delivered the church’s supper to his ranch when the Snowstorm of the Century hit, closing down all roads and stranding two people who can barely stand each other together for a week. 
  Is it possible that they will see beyond their surface irritations and fall in love?

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