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  Tess of the d'Urbervilles

  Thomas Hardy

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   Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy: "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" tells the tragic story of Tess Durbeyfield, a young woman from a poor rural family who discovers her aristocratic heritage. The novel explores themes of fate, morality, and the rigid social norms of Victorian England. As Tess's life is shaped by events beyond her control, including a tumultuous romance with the charismatic Alec d'Urberville and her relationship with the compassionate Angel Clare, Hardy's narrative examines the harsh consequences of society's judgment on female purity. With its powerful critique of societal double standards and its portrayal of a flawed yet resilient heroine, "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" remains a timeless classic in English literature.

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  The Temptation of Haringay

  H. G. Wells

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  Herbert George Wells (1866 – 1946) was a prolific English writer who is best remembered for his science fiction novels."The Temptation of Haringay" is the strange tale of an unsuccessful artist who is unexpectedly approached with an offer by the devil - his soul in return for the thing he most yearns for...

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  The Gifts of the Magician

  Andrew Lang

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  Andrew Lang (1844-1912) was a Scottish poet and novelist, best known as a collector of folk and fairy tales. 
  The Gifts of a Magician is the story of a young lad who gets lost in the forest and accidentally saves a magician who is being attacked by wolves. The magician tells the boy he can ask for anything as a reward. The boy asks for the magician's horse...which turns out to be a really remarkable animal. He is also given a set of marvellous musical instruments. With these gifts, the lad sets off to make his fortune.

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  Leap Frog The (Unabridged)

  Hans Christian Andersen

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  A Flea, a Grasshopper, and a Leap-frog once wanted to see which could jump highest; and they invited the whole world, and everybody else besides who chose to come to see the festival. Three famous jumpers were they, as everyone would say, when they all met together in the room...

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  Ghost Stories

  E.F. Benson

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  E.F. Benson (1867-1940) is probably best known today for his sparkling, comic “Lucia”novels. In his own day it was his ghost stories which were his most popular works. This collection of ten stories exemplifies Benson's fine literary style and his ability to create the most frightening of ghostly and macabre tales. They are:"Mrs. Amworth""Naboth's Vineyard""At the Farmhouse""Negotium Perambulans""The Wishing Well""The Terror by Night""The Thing in the Hall""The Cat""The Sanctuary"Public Domain (P)2016 Spiders' House Audio/Roy Macready

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  Utopia

  Saint Thomas More

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  Dive into "Utopia" by Sir Thomas More, a cornerstone of literature that masterfully intertwines satire, social critique, and philosophical musings within a fictional island society. Published in 1516, this seminal work challenges the conventions of its time, proposing a society where communal living and equity form the backbone of governance and daily life. 
  Through the eyes of the explorer Raphael Hythloday, More paints a compelling narrative of an idealized world, inviting readers to reflect on justice, governance, and human contentment. "Utopia" provocatively questions the societal norms of 16th-century Europe, offering a mirror to its imperfections and urging us to envision a better world. 
  Whether you're fascinated by speculative fiction, intrigued by social and political philosophy, or curious about historical contexts, "Utopia" is an essential read that remains profoundly relevant, challenging us to ponder the potential and flaws of human society. 
  This audiobook was narrated and produced by RAM Studios, where humans and artificial intelligence collaborate to create an excellent listening experience. (The reading is done primarily by AI)

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