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  Polaris - From their pens to...

  HP Lovecraft

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  Howard Phillips Lovecraft is among the greatest American masters of fantasy and the supernatural.  
  Born in 1890, a native of Providence, Rhode Island, his health was uncertain from childhood and he led a sheltered early life. His semi-invalidism enabled him to read omnivorously, and as a shy imaginative child he began to invent what would in his adult life become a whole macabre fantastic world of his own, peopled by creatures out of his own weird imagination.  
  As an adult he was retiring, almost a recluse. Tall, thin and pale, but with bright alert eyes, he was much given to wandering his native city in the dark hours of the night, and he became a devoted student of its antiquities.  
  Although he began to write early he had nothing published until he was in his twenties. He set many of his stories around the imaginary town of Arkham, and invented an entire mythology of his own, its core being the demoniac cult of Cthulhu, based on the lore or legend that the world was at one time inhabited by another race who, in practising black magic, lost their foothold or were expelled, yet live on outside, ever ready to take possession of this earth again. 
  Since his early death in 1937 his stories have continued to attract attention and praise from an ever-growing audience.

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  Holger Danske

  H.C. Andersen

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  In Denmark, there is an old castle called Kronborg. Situated on the coast, in summer boats come here from all over the world, but the reason for the castle’s renown is hidden in its cellars. It is a statue of Holger Danske. Everyone in Denmark knows his history and the legend says that one day, the statue will come to life.Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875) was a Danish author, poet and artist. Celebrated for children’s literature, his most cherished fairy tales include "The Emperor's New Clothes", "The Little Mermaid", "The Nightingale", "The Steadfast Tin Soldier", "The Snow Queen", "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Little Match Girl". His books have been translated into every living language, and today there is no child or adult that has not met Andersen's whimsical characters. His fairy tales have been adapted to stage and screen countless times, most notably by Disney with the animated films “The Little Mermaid” in 1989 and “Frozen”, which is loosely based on “The Snow Queen”, in 2013. Thanks to Andersen's contribution to children's literature, his birth date, April 2, is celebrated as International Children's Book Day.

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  The Ebony Frame

  Edith Nesbit

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  A portrait that should not exist. A love that defies time. A haunting that refuses to fade.
  
  The Ebony Frame is a haunting supernatural short story by Edith Nesbit, blending romance, mystery, and Gothic atmosphere.
  
  The story follows a man who becomes deeply connected to a mysterious portrait housed in an ebony frame. As he investigates its origin, he discovers a tragic love story tied to the painting—one that seems to cross the boundaries between life, death, and memory.
  
  With its emotional depth, eerie atmosphere, and subtle supernatural tension, the narrative builds a sense of quiet dread while exploring themes of love, fate, obsession, and the persistence of the past.
  
  A refined and atmospheric Gothic tale, The Ebony Frame remains one of Nesbit's most elegant contributions to classic ghost fiction.

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  Victorian Tales - Short Stories

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Edith...

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  Track List 
   
  A Scandal in Bohemia           Sir Arthur Conan Doyle 
   
  Mrs. Manstey's View Edith Wharton  
   
  A Native of Winby    Sarah Orne Jewett      
   
  A New England Nun Mary E. Wilkins Freeman

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  Passing of a God

  Henry S. Whitehead

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  Passing of a God by Henry S. Whitehead is presented in a clean English digital edition with active navigation. The book belongs to classics and preserves the character of the source text for sustained ebook reading. The opening pages establish the work's atmosphere with this first movement: "You say that when Carswell came into your hospital over in Port au Prince his fingers looked as though they had been wound with string," said I, encouragingly. "It is a very ugly story, that, Canevin," replied Doctor Pelletier, still reluctant, it appeared. "You promised to tell me," I threw in. "I know it, Canevin,". Detected sections include: Chapter 1. This edition is prepared for a fluent reading experience with clear typography and no extraneous promotional material.

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  Flower Fables - A soothing...

  Louisa May Alcott

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  Step into the enchanting world of Flower Fables, the charming collection of stories by Louisa May Alcott, narrated by Elizabeth Grace. 
  If you're looking for a moment of peaceful respite or a gentle escape from the busyness of your day, this audiobook will guide you into a serene, dreamlike space. Let Elizabeth's soft, soothing voice transport you to a magical realm where flowers talk, fairies dance, and delightful adventures await. 
  As you relax, listen to the whimsical tales of kind-hearted fairies, noble flowers, and delightful creatures, each with its own story of kindness, growth, and wonder. Through Alcott’s timeless prose, you’ll be drawn into a landscape of lush gardens and vibrant blooms, where every corner holds a story to inspire joy and peace. 
  At Slumber Studios, all of our audiobooks are edited, produced and narrated to help you relax and fall asleep. Along with calming music in the background, we also lightly edit the books. We keep the plotlines, protagonists and antagonists, and moments of tension, but we remove anything that may be startling or upsetting, to ensure you always get a good night's rest. 
  Perfect for winding down at the end of the day, Flower Fables is your invitation to unwind, drift into restful slumber, and awaken with a heart full of peace and imagination. Simply press play, settle in, and let Elizabeth's warm voice guide you through the captivating and timeless world of Flower Fables.

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