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  The Game

  Anonymous

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  One last fight. One promise of a better life. One night that changes everything.
  Joe Fleming is a beloved young boxer who steps into the ring for what should be his final match before marrying his sweetheart, Genevieve. But beneath the cheers and bright lights lies a world of danger, pride, and raw physical power. As tension builds and emotions run high, Joe and Genevieve face the harsh truth of a sport where every victory—and every mistake—comes at a cost.
  
  Praised as "a vivid, emotionally charged portrait of early boxing culture," Jack London's novella delivers gripping realism, sharp dialogue, and unforgettable atmosphere. It remains a powerful exploration of masculinity, risk, and the fragile line between triumph and tragedy.
  
  If you enjoy fast-paced drama, heartfelt emotion, and stories where love stands toe-to-toe with danger, this classic will strike deep.
  
  Step into the ring—open the book and feel the heartbeat of The Game.

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  Summer

  Edith Wharton

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  Summer, set in New England, is a novel by Edith Wharton, published in 1917. The novel details the sexual awakening of its protagonist, 18-year-old, Charity Royall, and her cruel treatment by the father of her child. Only moderately well-received when originally published, Summer, has had a resurgence in critical popularity since the 1960s. 
  Edith Wharton, January 24, 1862-August 11, 1937, was a Pultizer Prize-winning novelist, short story writer, and designer. She was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1927, 1928, and 1930. 
  Wharton combined her insider's view of America's privileged classes with a brilliant, natural wit to write humorous, incisive novels and short stories of social and psychological insight. She was well acquainted with many of her era's other literary and public figures, including Theodore Roosevelt. 
  Lyssa Browne started performing in theatre when she was very young. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre and Dance she moved to Seattle where she has performed in many area theatre companies. Lyssa's voice can be heard as many different characters in Nintendo and X-Box games, as well as the narrator of documentaries for the Discovery Channel and others. 
  Public Domain (P)2014 Lyssa Browne

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  Jane Austen's Little Book of...

  Jane Austen

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  The ultimate companion for the Jane Austen fan filled with her penetrating insights and humor on life, love, and death. “A valuable resource for any Austen lover to use for quick reference or to read through.” —Library Journal Jane Austen is one of the most popular female writers in history, best known for her stories of love, loss, and hope, which are cleverly intertwined with her witty insights into the traits and expectations of English Georgian society.   Here, in this stunning little book, you will be able to read hundreds of individual quotes from her famous works—from Pride and Prejudice and Emma to Persuasion and Sense and Sensibility—each prompting an emotional response, thoughtful musing, or even a little snigger at the wise and shrewd perceptions that Austen had of the world around her.   Utterly charming and very profound, fans of Jane Austen can revel in these much-loved quotes, while a new audience will be introduced to the joys that her books have provided since their publication many years ago. With each chapter focusing on a different theme—from Love & Longing to Female Strength—this gorgeous gift book is the perfect compilation of Austen’s funny, moving, and thought-provoking words.   Content of themes:  Love & Longing  Friendship  Society  Female Strength  Life & Death  Faith  Art & Literature “The wit of Jane Austen has for a partner the perfection of her taste.” —Virginia Woolf   

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  David Copperfield

  Charles Dickens

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  David Copperfield is a classic coming-of-age story following the life of its eponymous hero from his troubled childhood to his hard-earned success as an adult. Inspired in part by Dickens’s own experiences, it explores themes of perseverance, friendship, and identity through a vivid cast of characters—from the villainous Uriah Heep to the kindly Aunt Betsey. Dickens’s heartfelt and sometimes humorous narrative paints a rich portrait of Victorian society, while celebrating the resilience of the human spirit.

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  The Adventures Of Sherlock Holmes

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  "The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes" is a collection of short stories featuring the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes and his friend Dr. John Watson. First published in 1892, the book includes some of Sherlock Holmes's most famous cases, such as "A Scandal in Bohemia," "The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle," and "The Adventure of the Speckled Band." These stories showcase Holmes's unparalleled powers of observation and deduction as he solves various mysteries, from thefts and kidnappings to more complex and unusual crimes.

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  Sherlock Holmes: The Boscombe...

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Boscombe Valley Mystery is the fourth of the 12 stories in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. It was first published in Strand Magazine in 1891. 
  Holmes is summoned to a community in Herefordshire where a local landowner has been murdered outdoors. The deceased's estranged son is strongly implicated. Holmes quickly determines that a mysterious third man may be responsible for the crime, unraveling a thread involving a secret criminal past, thwarted love, and blackmail. 
  Public Domain (P)2016 Listen & Live Audio

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