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  White Fang (Version 2)

  Jack London

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  When White Fang is birthed in a cave to a wolf sire and a wolf/dog halfbreed dam, he is heir to two traditions. At first he is content to explore and learn laws of the Wild. But then his mother is caught and held by old memories of a past relationship with Man, and White Fang follows her into service with the Indians. Life among sled dogs is hardly less cruel and dangerous than living in the Wild, but brutality notches upward when his drunken master sells him to a nasty, twisted hanger-on at a riverside town of white men. He is stripped of everything soft and gentle when forced to fight to the death for a crowd of bettors.Taming this savage spirit and reclaiming the nobility within looks impossible. Fortunately, and heart-warmingly, a man arrives in White Fang's life to try."White Fang" is often called the mirror image of Jack London's acclaimed "The Call of the Wild" in which a dog follows the reverse arc from tame to free. (summary by Mark)

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  Mary E Mann - A Short Story...

  Mary E. Mann

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  Mary Rackham was born in Norwich on 14th August 1848 to a merchant family.  Little is known of her early life and her biography only re-appears in September 1871 with marriage to Fairman Joseph Mann, a farmer with 800 acres.   
   
  Mary moved to Shropham, Norfolk and became involved with the workhouse, visiting the sick and other unfortunates of the parish, her observations and experiences a valuable source for her later stories.  
   
  She took up writing, partly to offset the dreary village life of her surroundings, in the 1880s and published her first novel, ‘The Parish of Hilby’ (1883) at her own expense. It was well received by the critics.  
   
  Thus began a career that spanning three decades provided thirty-three novels, hundreds of short stories, and fourteen plays.? Her work was largely focused on rural life in Norfolk and centered on the fictional town of Dulditch, with grim but authentic accounts of poverty and deprivation.  
   
  Her marriage produced one boy and three girls. With her husband's death in 1913, she moved to Sheringham.  
   
  She is regarded as a major contributor to East Anglian literature with particular praise given to her short stories. 
   
  Mary E Mann died on 19th May 1929.  She was 80.  Her grave-marker is a carved open book with the epitaph ‘We bring our years to an end, as if it were a tale that is told’. 
   
  1 - The Short Stories of Mary E Mann - An Introduction 
  2 - Wolf Charlie by Mary E Mann 
  3 - Ben Pitcher's Elly by Mary E Mann 
  4 - Some of the Shipwrecked by Mary E Mann 
  5 - Rats by Mary E Mann 
  6 - Clomayne's Clerk by Mary E Mann 
  7 - The Country Doctor by Mary E Mann 
  8 - Little Brother by Mary E Mann

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  The Garden Party and Other...

  Katherine Mansfield

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  What happens when a moment of joy collides with an unexpected truth? Step into the quietly mesmerizing world of "The Garden Party and Other Stories" by Katherine Mansfield, a landmark of classic literary fiction that reveals the beauty, tension, and emotional depth hidden in everyday life. This acclaimed collection explores family, social class, childhood, love, and inner awakening through luminous prose and subtle psychological insight. From a garden party shadowed by loss to intimate domestic scenes shaped by unspoken thoughts, each story captures ordinary moments that become unforgettable. With vivid settings and unforgettable characters, Mansfield invites listeners into the private worlds of women, children, and families standing at the edge of change. Perfect for listeners who love classic literary fiction and timeless explorations of the human heart. Press play and immerse yourself in Mansfield’s luminous world, where every quiet moment reveals a deeper truth, and every story leaves a lasting echo.

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  The Dark Side of Sci-Fi Volume 2...

  Ambrose Bierce, Robert W....

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  A second collection of speculative fiction stories, concerning extraterrestrials, other worlds, and bleak futures. 
  Contents: 
  "The Distortion Out of Space" by Francis Flagg 
  A strange being that came from outer space in a meteoroid. 
  "The House of Living Music" by Edmond Hamilton 
  A composer who could re-create all living things in sound. 
  "Special News Bulletin" by Vincent Gaddis 
  Flash fiction. 
  "The Hunters from Beyond" by C. A. Smith 
  Living gargoyles come to the sculptor from outland realms of evil. 
  "Moxon's Master" by Ambrose Bierce 
  A curious invention with profound implications for humanity. 
  "The Demoiselle D'ys" by Robert W. Chambers 
  A tale of temporal bodily displacement. 
  "Beyond Lies the Wub" by Philip K. Dick 
  Many men talk like philosophers and live like fools. 
  "What's It Like Out There?" by Edmond Hamilton 
  When Haddon returned from the expedition, they all asked him... 
  "Till A' the Seas" by H. P. Lovecraft 
  The tale of a dying world. 
  "The Time-Traveler" by R. M. Farley 
  What if you had the chance to relive and influence past events? 
  "The Drum" by Ian Gordon 
  A man awakens in darkness... 
  "The Seeds from Outside" by C. A. Smith 
  A fantasy about two beings that came to earth in a meteor. 
  "Tony and the Beetles" by Philip K. Dick 
  A boy befriends the native inhabitants of an alien planet. 
  "The Immeasurable Horror" by C. A. Smith 
  An expedition to Venus. 
  "From Beyond" by H. P. Lovecraft 
  A man whose curiosity leads to a fate horrible beyond conception.

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  Timeless Tales of Virtue: A...

  Abdul Rahim khurram

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  "Dive into a world of timeless wisdom and virtuous lessons with 'Timeless Tales of Virtue,' an enchanting audiobook collection written by the acclaimed author Abdul Rahim Khurram and beautifully narrated by the talented Seema Muzaffar. 
  In this captivating compilation of moral stories, listeners will embark on a journey filled with heartwarming narratives that explore the fundamental values of honesty, kindness, compassion, and integrity. Each story is carefully crafted to inspire and instill important life lessons in both children and adults alike. 
  Abdul Rahim Khurram's thought-provoking storytelling takes us on adventures through imaginative realms, where characters face dilemmas, make choices, and learn valuable principles. Whether it's the tale of a clever fox outsmarting its rivals or a brave young girl standing up for what's right, these stories are sure to ignite the spark of morality and empathy within every listener's heart. 
  Seema Muzaffar's soothing and expressive narration brings these stories to life, making them a delightful listening experience for the entire family. 'Timeless Tales of Virtue' is an audiobook that will not only entertain but also educate, making it the perfect companion for long car rides, bedtime stories, or any moment when you want to infuse your day with the power of virtue. 
  Discover the magic of morality, and let 'Timeless Tales of Virtue' become a cherished part of your audiobook collection. This audiobook reminds us that the most enduring and beautiful stories are those that touch our hearts and teach us the true essence of being good human beings."

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  Top 10 Short Stories The - H G...

  HG Wells

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  Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart.  A few pages can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. 
   
  In this series we try to offer up tried and trusted ‘Top Tens’ across many different themes and authors. But any anthology will immediately throw up the questions – Why that story? Why that author?  
   
  The theme itself will form the boundaries for our stories which range from well-known classics, newly told, to stories that modern times have overlooked but perfectly exemplify the theme.  Throughout the volume our authors whether of instant recognition or new to you are all leviathans of literature. 
   
  Some you may disagree with but they will get you thinking; about our choices and about those you would have made.  If this volume takes you on a path to discover more of these miniature masterpieces then we have all gained something. 
   
  In the canon of literature one British author is instantly recognizable across several genres for his many classics.   In this volume H G Wells once more demonstrates, across a range of short stories, that his fabled talents remain undimmed. 
   
   
   
   
  A Spring Harvest 
   
  Geoffrey Bache Smith was born in Staffordshire on 18th October 1894.  
   
  He attended King Edward’s School, Birmingham at the same time as J.R.R. Tolkien, where they founded the literary “Tea Cup and Barovian Society”. 
    
  Geoffrey was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the 19th (Service) Battalion of the Lancashire Fusiliers, the ‘3rd Salford Pals’, and took part in the Battle of the Somme.  
   
  He was wounded by shrapnel on 29th November 1916 and died from his wounds on 3rd December 1916. 
   
  He was buried in Warlincourt Halte British Cemetery, Saulty, France.  
   
  1 - The Top 10 - H G Wells - An Introduction 
  2 - The Magic Shop by H G Wells 
  3 - The Man Who Could Work Miracles by H G Wells 
  4 - The Flowering of the Strange Orchid by H G Wells 
  5 - The Stolen Bacillus by H G Wells 
  6 - The Cone by H G Wells 
  7 - Aepyornis Island by H G Wells 
  8 - The Sea Raiders by H G Wells 
  9 - The Crystal Egg by H G Wells 
  10 - The Valley of Spiders by H G Wells 
  11 - A Dream of Armageddon - Part 1 by H G Wells 
  12 - A Dream of Armageddon - Part 2 by H G Wells

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