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  Coming of Bliriot The (Unabridged)

  H. G. Wells

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  Herbert George Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer. Prolific in many genres, he wrote dozens of novels, short stories, and works of social commentary, history, satire, biography and autobiography. His work also included two books on recreational war games. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is often called the "father of science fiction", along with Jules Verne and the publisher Hugo Gernsback.
  THE COMING OF BLIRIOT: The telephone bell rings with the petulant persistence that marks a trunk call, and I go in from some ineffectual gymnastics on the lawn to deal with the irruption. There is the usual trouble in connecting up, minute voices in Folkestone and Dover and London call to one another and are submerged by buzzings and throbbings.

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  After the Funeral - From their...

  Mary Butts

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  Mary Frances Butts was born on 13th December 1890 in Poole, Dorset. 
  Her early years were spent at Salterns, an 18th-century house overlooking Poole Harbour.  Sadly in 1905 her father died, and she was sent for boarding at St Leonard's school for girls in St Andrews. 
  Her mother remarried and, from 1909, Mary studied at Westfield College in London, and here, first became aware of her bisexual feelings.  She was sent down for organising a trip to Epsom races and only completed her degree in 1914 when she graduated from the London School of Economics.  By then Mary had become an admirer of the occultist Aleister Crowley and she was given a co-authorship credit on his ‘Magick (Book 4)’. 
  In 1916, she began the diary which would now detail her future life and be a constant reference point for her observations and her absorbing experiences. 
  During World War I, she was doing social work for the London County Council in Hackney Wick, and involved in a lesbian relationship.  Life changed after meeting the modernist poet, John Rodker and they married in 1918. 
  In 1921 she spent 3 months at Aleister Crowley's Abbey of Thelema in Sicily; she found the practices dreadful and also acquired a drug habit.  Mary now spent time writing in Dorset, including her celebrated book of short stories ‘Speed the Plough’ which saw fully develop her unique Modernist prose style. 
  Europe now beckoned and several years were spent in Paris befriending many artists and writing further extraordinary stories.   
  She was continually sought after by literary magazines and also published several short story collections as books. Although a Modernist writer she worked in other genres but is essentially only known for her short stories.  Mary was deeply committed to nature conservation and wrote several pamphlets attacking the growing pollution of the countryside. 
  In 1927, she divorced and the following year her novel ‘Armed with Madness’ was published.  A further marriage followed in 1930 and time was spent attempting to settle in London and Newcastle before setting up home on the western tip of Cornwall.  By 1934 the marriage had failed. 
  Mary Butts died on 5th March 1937, at the West Cornwall Hospital, Penzance, after an operation for a perforated gastric ulcer. She was 46.

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  Anne of Green Gables

  Lucy Maud Montgomery

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  What if imagination could turn an ordinary life into something extraordinary?
  
  Anne of Green Gables is one of the most cherished novels in world literature. When spirited, talkative, and imaginative Anne Shirley arrives at Green Gables by mistake, her presence transforms the quiet lives of Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert—and the entire village of Avonlea.
  
  With her vivid imagination, fiery temper, and boundless optimism, Anne grows from a misunderstood orphan into a young woman discovering friendship, belonging, and self-worth. Lucy Maud Montgomery's storytelling blends humor, warmth, and gentle wisdom, creating a world that feels comforting, hopeful, and deeply human.
  
  This timeless novel celebrates individuality, kindness, resilience, and the beauty of everyday life.
  
  Inside this eBook, you'll experience:
  
  One of the most beloved coming-of-age stories ever written
  
  A memorable heroine full of heart, humor, and imagination
  
  Themes of family, friendship, and personal growth
  
  A cornerstone of classic children's and young-adult literature
  
  Read by generations and adapted for film, television, and stage, Anne of Green Gables remains a story that feels like home.
  
  Step into Avonlea and rediscover the joy of imagination. Buy now and enjoy this timeless classic.

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  The Venetian Silk-Mercere - A...

  Carlo Gozzi

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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 Grazia Deledda.

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  His Last Bow

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  A master detective steps from the shadows one last time—on the eve of a world at war.
  This powerful collection follows Sherlock Holmes through some of his most intriguing late-career cases, from eerie countryside mysteries to international espionage. At the center is the unforgettable title story, where Holmes faces a dangerous spy ring in a tense showdown that reveals the legend's true loyalty and brilliance.
  
  Praised as "a fitting, thrilling farewell to the greatest detective in fiction," these stories blend sharp deduction, atmospheric suspense, and the deep bond between Holmes and Watson that readers have cherished for generations.
  
  If you love clever puzzles, dramatic twists, and Holmes at his most seasoned and strategic, this essential collection belongs on your shelf.
  
  Step into Holmes's final bow—and witness the detective at the height of his mastery.

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  The Complete Novels of the...

  Charlotte Brontë, Emily Bronte,...

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  Step onto the Storm-Swept Moors of Literary Genius.
  
  In the secluded parsonage of Haworth, three sisters—Charlotte, Emily, and Anne—forged some of the most powerful, rebellious, and enduring novels in the English language. This comprehensive collection brings together their complete works, showcasing the raw emotion and psychological depth that shocked Victorian society and redefined the novel forever.
  
  This collection features the distinct voices of the three sisters:
  
  Charlotte Brontë: The master of the "inner life," whose heroines fight for independence and love in a world designed to constrain them.
  
  Emily Brontë: The visionary poet of the moors, whose singular novel remains the ultimate exploration of obsessive, destructive, and eternal passion.
  
  Anne Brontë: The boldest realist of the trio, who tackled social injustice and the struggle for female agency with unflinching honesty.
  
  From the haunting corridors of Thornfield Hall to the desolate heights of the Yorkshire moors, the Brontës' writing is characterized by its atmospheric intensity and its revolutionary focus on the individual spirit. Whether you are returning to their most famous haunts or discovering their lesser-known gems, this volume is an essential cornerstone for every lover of classic literature and Gothic romance.
  
  Experience the passion of the moors. Buy "The Complete Novels of the Brontë Sisters" today and own the legacy of a legendary dynasty.

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