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  Yellow Wallpaper The - and other...

  Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Robert...

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  Introducing a collection of three captivating short stories, now available as digital audiobooks. Immerse yourself in the vivid and chilling world of "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman, "The Man Who Disappeared" co-authored by Robert Eustace, and "The Glasgow Mystery" by Baroness Emma Orczy. 
   
  First, experience the haunting and atmospheric tale of "The Yellow Wallpaper," where a young woman is confined to a room by her doctor husband and begins to spiral into madness. Hear her innermost thoughts and fears come to life as she becomes obsessed with the patterns and designs of the yellow wallpaper that lines the room. 
   
  Next, delve into the intriguing mystery of "The Man Who Disappeared," where a man goes missing after making a shocking discovery that threatens to expose a sinister conspiracy. Follow the twists and turns of the investigation as the main character races against time to uncover the truth behind his friend's disappearance. 
   
  Finally, unravel the web of deceit and murder in "The Glasgow Mystery," where a wealthy businessman is found murdered in his home and a group of suspects are brought in for questioning. Listen as each character's story unfolds, revealing dark secrets and hidden motives that could lead to the killer's identity.

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  The Further Adventures of...

  Daniel Defoe

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  "The Further Adventures of Robinson Crusoe" is a novel by Daniel Defoe, first published in 1719. Just as in its significantly more popular predecessor, Robinson Crusoe (1719), the first edition credits the work's fictional protagonist Robinson Crusoe as its author. It was published under the considerably longer original title: The Farther Adventures of Robinson Crusoe; Being the Second and Last Part of His Life, And of the Strange Surprising Accounts of his Travels Round three Parts of the Globe. Although intended to be the last Crusoe tale, the novel is followed by a non-fiction book involving Crusoe by Defoe entitled Serious Reflections During the Life and Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe: With his Vision of the Angelick World (1720). The story is speculated to be partially based on Moscow embassy secretary Adam Brand's journal detailing the embassy's journey from Moscow to Peking from 1693 to 1695.
  The book starts with the statement about Crusoe's marriage in England. He bought a little farm in Bedford and had three children: two sons and one daughter. Our hero suffered a distemper and a desire to see "his island." He could talk of nothing else, and one can imagine that no one took his stories seriously, except his wife. She told him, in tears, "I will go with you, but I won't leave you." But in the middle of this felicity, Providence unhinged him at once, with the loss of his wife.

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  The Bobbsey Twins at the Seashore

  Laura Lee Hope

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  "Sun, sand, and salt air—the Bobbsey twins are heading to the coast for their most exciting vacation yet!"
  
  Pack your bathing suits! In The Bobbsey Twins at the Seashore, the four Bunkers trade the familiar sights of Lakeport for the roaring waves of the Atlantic. Staying at their cousins' grand house, Ocean Cliff, Nan, Bert, Flossie, and Freddie discover the wonders of the beach—from hunting for rare seashells and building massive sandcastles to brave encounters with the incoming tide. But a trip to the shore wouldn't be complete without a mystery. When a valuable item goes missing during a beach outing, the twins must investigate the boardwalks and sandy dunes to solve the case.
  
  A Vintage Summer Escape: This story captures the charm of a turn-of-the-century seaside holiday. It's filled with the simple, wholesome joys of old-fashioned summer fun, emphasizing family bonds and the thrill of exploring nature's most dynamic environment.
  
  Dive into a classic summer tale. Purchase "The Bobbsey Twins at the Seashore" today.

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  Before Insulin - From their pens...

  J Connington

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  The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is J J Connington.

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  The Canterville Ghost

  Oscar Wilde

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  "What happens when a centuries-old ghost meets a modern family that simply refuses to be scared?"
  
  For three hundred years, Sir Simon de Canterville has been the pride of the British supernatural world, haunting his ancestral home with bloodstains and rattling chains. But his reign of terror comes to a screeching halt when the Otis family, a group of pragmatic and unimpressed Americans, moves in. Armed with "Pinkerton's Champion Stain Remover" and "Rising Sun Lubricator" for his squeaky chains, the Otises treat the ghost not as a nightmare, but as a nuisance. In this brilliant satire, Oscar Wilde pits old-world tradition against new-world practicality, leading to a conclusion that is as moving as it is witty.
  
  The Comedy of Terrors: The humor lies in the ghost's growing frustration. Sir Simon takes his "haunting" as a serious profession, and his inability to frighten the rambunctious Otis twins leads to a hilarious reversal where the ghost becomes the victim of the living. It is a masterclass in the "Comedy of Manners."
  
  A Touch of True Redemption: Beyond the laughs, the story shifts gears when the young Virginia Otis encounters the weary ghost. Her compassion leads to a beautiful and poetic finale, exploring themes of forgiveness, death, and the power of love to bridge the gap between two worlds.
  
  Why It Is a Timeless Favorite: The Canterville Ghost is perfect for readers of all ages. It offers the biting social commentary Wilde is famous for, wrapped in a fast-paced, entertaining plot that moves from slapstick comedy to profound allegory in just a few pages.
  
  Meet the world's most frustrated phantom. Purchase "The Canterville Ghost" today.

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  Turn of the Screw The - Audiobook

  Henry James, Classic Audiobooks,...

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  The Turn of the Screw by Henry James is a haunting psychological ghost story that blurs the line between reality and imagination. The novella centers on a young governess who is hired to care for two orphaned children at a remote English estate. As she begins to witness ghostly apparitions and strange behavior, she becomes convinced that the children are being haunted by the spirits of two former servants. But is what she sees real — or a projection of her own fears and desires?Told through a chilling frame narrative, The Turn of the Screw is a masterpiece of ambiguity and suspense. James skillfully leaves readers questioning the narrator's reliability and the nature of evil itself. With its rich prose, atmospheric setting, and eerie tension, this novella has captivated and unsettled audiences for over a century, making it one of the most influential ghost stories in literature.

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