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  The Hunter Gracchus

  Franz Kafka

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  "The Hunter Gracchus" is a short story by Franz Kafka. The story presents a boat carrying the long-dead Hunter Gracchus as it arrives at a port. The mayor of Riva meets Gracchus, who gives him an account of his death while hunting, and explains that he is destined to wander aimlessly and eternally over the seas. An additional fragment presents an extended dialogue between Gracchus and an unnamed interviewer, presumably the same mayor.Written in the first half of 1917, the story was published posthumously in Beim Bau der Chinesischen Mauer (Berlin, 1931). The first English translation, by Willa and Edwin Muir, was published by Martin Secker in London in 1933.

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  A Christmas Carol

  Charles Dickens

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  Step into the timeless tale of "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, a literary masterpiece that transcends generations with its enchanting blend of redemption, holiday spirit, and ghostly apparitions. Immerse yourself in the haunting journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man visited by the spectral embodiments of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. As the spirits unveil the shadows of his own life and the impact of his actions on others, witness the miraculous transformation of a heart once cold as ice into one warmed by the true meaning of Christmas. This classic audiobook, narrated with captivating eloquence, delivers the magic of Dickens' words straight to your ears, making it the perfect companion for festive nights by the fire.

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  Strychinne for Dogs - Gask was...

  Arthur Gask

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  Arthur Cecil Gask was born on 10th July 1869 in Marylebone, London. 
   
  He began his career as an author late in life.  It was only in 1920 when he and his second wife and family emigrated to Adelaide, South Australia to set up a dental practice that writing took its hold. 
   
  Gask paid for the publication of his first work, ‘The Secret of the Sandhills’, which was an immediate success, both commercially and critically.  
   
  Over the next 3 decades Gask wrote over thirty books, usually featuring his detective invention Gilbert Larose, as well as short stories.  Many of his works were translated, serialised and even broadcast on the radio.  HG Wells and Bertrand Russell were avid fans. 
   
  In the last years of his life he was still writing, usually two novels a year. 
   
  Arthur Gask died on 25th June 1951, in Adelaide, Australia.  He was 81 
   
  In this story we meet his most popular character, Detective Gilbert Larose, who, whilst on holiday, is drawn into a case of dogs being poisoned.  But why would anyone do that?

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  Treasure Island - Audiobook

  Robert Louis Stevenson, Classic...

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  Treasure Island is one of the greatest adventure novels ever written, captivating readers with its thrilling tale of pirates, treasure maps, and daring quests. The story follows young Jim Hawkins, who discovers a treasure map in the belongings of a mysterious old sailor. Embarking on a perilous journey aboard the Hispaniola, Jim and his companions, including the honorable Dr. Livesey and the cunning Squire Trelawney, face off against the treacherous Long John Silver and his band of ruthless pirates. Packed with danger, intrigue, and unforgettable characters, Treasure Island remains a timeless classic, inspiring countless adaptations and cementing its place in literary history as the quintessential pirate story.This book is perfect for young readers discovering the world of classic adventure literature, as well as for fans of pirate tales and high-seas drama. Its engaging plot and timeless themes make it an ideal choice for family listening and educational exploration.

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  The Lost Christmas Tales

  Charles Dickens

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  “A heartfelt and lovely Christmas tale for kids, moms, dads and book lovers everywhere!" The Washington PostCharles John Huffam Dickens FRSA was an English writer and social critic. He created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. A true Christmas treasure for the whole family!

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  First and Last Things (Unabridged)

  H. G. Wells

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  First and Last Things is a 1908 work of philosophy by H. G. Wells setting forth his beliefs in four "books" entitled "Metaphysics," "Of Belief," "Of General Conduct," and "Some Personal Things." Parts of the book were published in the Independent Magazine in July and August 1908. Wells revised the book extensively in 1917, in response to his religious conversion, but later published a further revision in 1929 that restored much of the book to its earlier form. Its main intellectual influences are Darwinism and certain German thinkers Wells had read, such as August Weismann. The pragmatism of William James, who had become a friend of Wells, was also an influence.

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