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  The Beast with Five Fingers

  W. F. Harvey

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  When a brilliant but blind scholar dies, his legacy leaves behind more than books and unfinished theories. What remains is a presence—subtle at first, then impossible to deny. 
  The Beast with Five Fingers is a masterwork of early 20th-century supernatural horror, where intellect, skepticism, and rational explanation steadily erode under the pressure of something that should not exist. Set within shadowed libraries, lonely houses, and candlelit rooms, the story follows a man of science confronted by an entity that moves with purpose, memory, and malice—yet defies every known law of nature. 
  W. F. Harvey builds terror not through spectacle, but through accumulation: strange movements in the dark, marks left behind, doors opened without cause, and the growing certainty that the human hand—once trained, disciplined, and educated—may not be finished with its work after death. 
  Calm, intelligent, and deeply unsettling, this is horror rooted in restraint and psychological dread rather than violence. A classic of supernatural fiction, The Beast with Five Fingers remains as disturbing today as when it first appeared, posing a quiet but unforgettable question: 
  What happens when skill, intention, and will survive the body? 
  Narrated by Myriam Berger, this audiobook brings a refined, atmospheric voice to one of the most enduring and chilling ghost stories of the Edwardian era.

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  The Advanced Lady

  Katherine Mansfield

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  The Advanced Lady is a short story by Katherine Mansfield: “Do you think we might ask her to come with us,” said Fräulein Elsa, retying her pink sash ribbon before my mirror. “You know, although she is so intellectual, I cannot help feeling convinced that she has some secret sorrow. And Lisa told me this morning, as she was turning out my room, that she remains hours and hours by herself, writing; in fact Lisa says she is writing a book! I suppose that is why she never cares to mingle with us, and has so little time for her husband and the child.”

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  Enchiridion - Audiobook

  Epictetus, Classic Audiobooks,...

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  A timeless guide to mastering the art of living, The Enchiridion distills the teachings of the Stoic philosopher Epictetus into concise, practical wisdom. This short manual emphasizes the importance of self-discipline, inner freedom, and distinguishing between what we can and cannot control. With its enduring lessons on resilience, virtue, and peace of mind, it offers a profound blueprint for navigating life's challenges with grace and purpose.

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  step on the stair The - Book 4...

  Anna Katharine Green

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  Discover The step on the stair, a compelling audiobook by Anna Katharine Green, presented for listeners who enjoy immersive storytelling, memorable characters, and a richly atmospheric journey from the opening scene to the final moment. This edition is crafted to feel engaging in audio, with a clear narrative hook, emotional momentum, and a sense of mystery, drama, romance, conflict, or discovery that invites the listener to keep going chapter after chapter. Whether experienced during a commute, a quiet evening, or a long weekend, The step on the stair offers the pleasure of classic storytelling in a fresh, accessible format. Perfect for audiobook fans, The step on the stair draws the listener into a vivid world shaped by desire, secrets, difficult choices, and lasting consequences. The story is presented with an emphasis on atmosphere, emotional clarity, and narrative tension, making it easy to follow while still offering depth and texture. Listeners who appreciate character-driven fiction, elegant pacing, and immersive scenes will find this audiobook a satisfying companion from beginning to end. This metadata description is intentionally written to provide a fuller retail overview while avoiding spoilers, preserving the pleasure of discovery for new listeners. From its first impression to its closing resonance, The step on the stair is designed to sound inviting, polished, and suitable for a professional audiobook catalog. Perfect for audiobook fans, The step on the stair draws the listener into a vivid world shaped by desire, secrets, difficult choices, and lasting consequences.

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  Christmas Holidays at Merryvale

  Alice Hale Burnett

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  Daddy Williams' Toy Shop is the center of interest to "Toad" and his friends long before Christmas arrives. They plan a surprise that brings joy to a poor family. The boys erect snow forts, and the two sides have a battle royal.

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  Hindoo Tales or the Adventures...

  Dandin

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  This book describes the adventures of ten Kumaras, i.e., young men, (all of whom are either princes or sons of royal ministers), as narrated by the men themselves. These narratives are replete with accounts of demigods, ghosts, gamblers, intrigues with voluptious women, astonishing coincidences, cockfights, anthropophagy, sorcery, robberies, murders and wars. (Summary by wikipedia)

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