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  The lifestyle and adventure of...

  Doug McPhillips

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  The Lifestyle & Adventure of Ace McDice, Stretch Deed & Moonshine Melody tells a fictitious tale of three devil-may-care wild men of the Australian Bush during the last days of the era of Bushrangers and the Gold rush at the end of the 19th century.  
  It tells of each character's lifestyle and their united bent as wild men of Australia's west who set upon a plan to rob the Sugar and Tea Express. How the plan manifested and what drove them to an apparent reckless course in gaining the never-to-be-found-out robbery reward is a colourful story herein.  
  The story tells of the life they all led before and after the robbery, but gaining wealth by devious means always seems to ultimately bring later regrets, Well at least for some... now listen on.

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  A Very Short Romance - From...

  Vsevolod Garshin

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  Vsevolod Mikhailovich Garshin was born on 14th February 1855 in what is now Dnipro in the Ukraine, but then part of the Russian Empire. 
  After attending secondary school he studied at the Saint Petersburg Mining Institute.  
  Wars between and on behalf of Empires were a regular feature of the decades then.  Garshin volunteered to serve in the Russian army at the beginning of the Russo-Turkish War in 1877.  
  He began as a private in the Balkans campaign and was wounded in action.  By the end of the war, in 1878, he had been promoted to officer rank.  
  By now Garshin, having previously published some articles and reviews in newspapers, wished to devote himself to a literary career.  The decision made he resigned his army commission. 
  His time as a soldier provided rich experiences for his early stories. His first ‘Four Days’ was related as the interior monologue of a wounded soldier left for dead on the battlefield for four days, face to face with the corpse of a Turkish soldier he had killed, gained him early admiration as an author of note.  
  He wrote perhaps only 20 stories, but their influence was immense, although in these more modern times he is barely remembered and lives in the more prolific shadows of others.  His characters are superbly worked into stories that come alive in the intensity and reality of his prose.   
  Garshin’s most well-known story is ‘The Red Flower’, also known as ‘Scarlet Blossom’ and is easily amongst the first rank of stories dealing with mental health issues.  
  Despite early literary success, he himself experienced periodical bouts of mental illness.   
  In one such bout Garshin attempted to commit suicide by throwing himself down the stone stairs leading into his apartment building.  Although not immediately fatal, Vsevolod Garshin died as a result of his injuries in a St Petersburg hospital on 5th April 1888.  He was 33.

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  The Tenant of Wildfell Hall

  Anne Brontë

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  "The Tenant of Wildfell Hall" is a novel written by Anne Brontë, which was first published in 1848. The book is considered a classic of Victorian literature and is known for its exploration of social issues and the portrayal of a strong, independent female protagonist. The novel is presented in the form of letters and diary entries, revealing the story of Helen Graham, a mysterious woman who takes up residence at Wildfell Hall. As the narrative unfolds, readers discover the dark secrets of Helen's past and the reasons behind her desire for solitude. The novel addresses themes such as marriage, alcoholism, and women's independence, making it a significant work in the context of 19th-century literature.

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  The Making of a Marchioness

  Frances Hodgson Burnett

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  The Making of a Marchioness is Frances Hodgson Burnett’s delightful take on the Cinderella story. Born into an aristocratic family, Emily Fox-Seton is left penniless and must fend for herself after the death of her parents. Then one summer, everything changes.  This audio edition is read by Lucy Scott. Emily rents a room in a boarding house in London where she makes a modest  living as an assistant to aristocratic ladies. One summer, Lady Maria Bayne asks Emily to her country estate and it’s there that Emily receives a very surprising offer of marriage from a wealthy widower in need of a wife. But Emily’s new life is not without its own obstacles and challenges.The Making of a Marchioness is part of the Persephone Audiobook Collection, a series of forgotten classics including neglected fiction and non-fiction by women writers. First published in 1901, this edition includes a preface by Isabel Raphael and an afterword by Gretchen Gerzina.

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  The Opera Glass - From their...

  Louis Couperus

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  The bookshelves of European literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is Louis Couperus.

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  The Cricket on the Hearth

  Charles Dickens

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  The Cricket on the Hearth is a warm and heartfelt novella by Charles Dickens that celebrates home, love, and the quiet power of kindness. Written as part of Dickens's beloved Christmas books, the story blends gentle fantasy with everyday domestic life to convey a timeless message about trust, forgiveness, and the true meaning of happiness.
  
  The story centers on John Peerybingle, a kind-hearted but impulsive carrier, his devoted young wife Dot, and the comforting presence of a cricket whose cheerful song is believed to protect the household. When misunderstandings and jealousy threaten to disrupt the peace of their home, hidden truths and mistaken assumptions place their marriage and family harmony at risk.
  
  As the narrative unfolds, Dickens introduces themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and redemption through a cast of endearing characters, including a mysterious stranger and an elderly toymaker haunted by past sorrows. Guided by the symbolic cricket—representing conscience and goodwill—the characters are led toward reconciliation and emotional healing.
  
  The Cricket on the Hearth is a tender and uplifting tale that highlights Dickens's gift for portraying the beauty of ordinary lives. Filled with warmth, charm, and moral insight, the story remains a timeless celebration of domestic love, generosity, and the enduring spirit of hope.

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