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  Tik-Tok of Oz [The Wizard of Oz...

  L. Frank Baum, Phil Chenert

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  Ann Soforth, a rival queen from the land of Oogaboo, raises an army to conquer Oz. Newcomers Betsy Bobbin and her loyal mule, Hank, team up with the Shaggy Man, Ozga, Polychrome, the rainbow’s daughter, and Tik-Tok to thwart Queen Ann and her army of 17 men.

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  Great Gatsby The - Unabridged

  F. Scott Fitzgerald

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  Often described as the Great American Novel, "The Great Gatsby" - F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece of the Jazz Age - has become one of the most beloved and revered books of the 20th Century. Narrated by the enigmatic Nick Carraway, the story takes place in the well-to-do section of Long Island, New York, where socialites and millionaires cavort about on their yachts and hydroplanes, oblivious to the day-to-day drudgery of the working class drones they motor past each day.  Nick, renting a small cottage for the summer, is drawn into the social circle of his next-door neighbor, the handsome and mysterious Jay Gatsby. As he grows closer to Gatsby, Nick comes to learn that the reclusive young millionaire is pining for, and hoping to reclaim, his old flame Daisy Buchanan, who lives directly across the bay with her abrasive and unfaithful husband Tom.Set amid wild, Jazz Age parties, flowing champagne, speedy sports cars and dark, hidden secrets, "The Great Gatsby" has earned a well-deserved place in the canon of American literature. At once a celebration of the free-spirited and brightly-lit era of the Roaring Twenties and a penetrating examination of the heartlessness of its inhabitants, "Gatsby" is one of the most well-read and analyzed novels in history and the subject of numerous adaptations for the stage and screen.

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  The Heart of the Fire

  W. F. Harvey

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  William Fryer Harvey (1885-1937) was an English writer of short stories, most notably in the mystery and horror genres.Born into a wealthy Quaker family in Yorkshire, he went to Balliol College, Oxford, and took a degree in medicine at Leeds. Ill health dogged him, however, and he devoted much of his recuperation to writing short stories. "The Heart of the Fire" is a queer tale. On the fireplace in the old coaching inn, The Moorcock, there is carved an old mysterious prophecy which casts an odd burden on the family... in that they dare not ever let the fire go out. One night a stranger appears at the door. He does not stay long and appears afraid of staying in the house after he has sat by the fire for a while. He mentions that he always sees his future in the embers. He sets off into the night, but after a few hours returns, injured, having been thrown from his horse. As the landlord sits with him by the fire, the stranger nods off to sleep. The landlord seems to hear a strange voice calling him from the flames and urging him to commit a terrible...awful... unconscionable crime. His action determines the events of the next seventy years.

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  Rise of Historical Criticism The...

  Oscar Wilde

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  Oscar Wilde (16 October 1854 - 30 November 1900) was an Irish poet and playwright. After writing in different forms throughout the 1880s, he became one of the most popular playwrights in London in the early 1890s.THE RISE OF HISTORICAL CRITICISM: This Essay was written for the Chancellor's English Essay Prize at Oxford in 1879, the subject being 'Historical Criticism among the Ancients.' The prize was not awarded. To Professor J. W. Mackail thanks are due for revising the proofs.

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  Excellent People and Other Stories

  Anton Chekhov

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  These stories, as part of "Excellent People and Other Stories" by Anton Chekhov, showcase the author's profound understanding of human nature and his ability to depict the complexities of relationships. Through vivid storytelling and astute observations, Chekhov captures the essence of the human experience, unveiling the depths of longing, disillusionment, and resilience that exist within us all. Reading the unabridged English versions allows readers to fully immerse themselves in Chekhov's masterful prose and explore the timeless themes that continue to resonate with audiences today. In "At Christmas Time" by Anton Chekhov, the story revolves around a group of friends who gather together during the holiday season. As they share anecdotes and engage in lively discussions, the true nature of their relationships and individual personalities gradually unfold. Chekhov skillfully explores the dynamics of friendship, exposing the complexities and contradictions that arise when people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives come together in a festive setting. "The Lady with the Dog" presents a captivating narrative of forbidden love. Set in the late 19th century, the story follows the chance encounter between Dmitri Gurov, a middle-aged married man, and Anna Sergeyevna, a young woman also trapped in an unhappy marriage. What begins as a casual fling evolves into a profound emotional connection that challenges the societal norms and moral expectations of the time. Chekhov delves into the characters' inner turmoil, exposing their vulnerability and the transformative power of love. Read in English, unabridged.

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  Daddy-Long-Legs

  Jean Webster

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  When Jerusha Abbott, an eighteen-year-old girl living in an orphan asylum, was told that a mysterious millionaire had agreed to pay for her education, it was like a dream come true. For the first time in her life, she had someone she could pretend was "family." But everything was not perfect, for he chose to remain anonymous and asked that she only write him concerning her progress in school. Who was this mysterious gentleman and would Jerusha ever meet him?

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