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  The Railway Children

  Edith Nesbit

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  The best known of all Edith Nesbit's books: The Railway Children is a timeless classic that see's three children transplanted into the country and all of their adventures, usually centered around the local Railway Station. When their father leaves under mysterious circumstances, Roberta, Phyllis, Peter and Mother move from their comfortable house to a shabby cottage near a railroad called Three Chimney's. Over time however, they fall in love with the local countryside, and especially the small Train Station and the friends they make there.  
  Narrated by Michael Ward.

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  Our School (Unabridged)

  Charles Dickens

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  Charles Dickens was a writer and social critic who created some of the world's best-known fictional characters and is regarded as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. His works enjoyed unprecedented popularity during his lifetime, and by the twentieth century critics and scholars had recognised him as a literary genius. His novels and short stories enjoy lasting popularity.
  OUR SCHOOL: We went to look at it, only this last Midsummer, and found that the Railway had cut it up root and branch. A great trunk-line had swallowed the playground, sliced away the schoolroom, and pared off the corner of the house: which, thus curtailed of its proportions, presented itself, in a green stage of stucco, profilewise towards the road, like a forlorn flat-iron without a handle, standing on end.

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  Small Fry

  Anton Chekhov

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  "Small Fry" is a short story by Anton Chekhov originally published in Oskolki magazine on March 1885 and signed A. Chekhonte .
  The petty clerk Nevyrazimov, sitting in his office on the Easter Eve in the company of a cockroach scurrying the table, muses upon what he might do to make it in the world (steal big money or perhaps report on somebody to the secret police) but comes to the conclusion that such deeds would be beyond his abilities. Disgusted with the feeling of his own unworthiness he takes it out on the cockroach and "feels better".

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  Selected Short Stories - by F...

  F. Scott Fitzgerald

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  Selected Short Stories is a collection of some of F. Scott Fitzgerald's most memorable and thought-provoking works. Published in 1931, the collection includes several of his best-known stories, such as "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," "Bernice Bobs Her Hair," and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." These stories explore themes of social class, love, loss, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Fitzgerald's writing style is characterized by its elegance, wit, and poetic language, making his stories both engaging and thought-provoking. 
   
  One of the recurring themes in Fitzgerald's stories is the tension between the individual and society. In many of his stories, the characters are struggling to find their place in a society that values wealth, status, and conformity. This is particularly evident in "Bernice Bobs Her Hair," in which the protagonist, Bernice, must decide whether to conform to the expectations of her wealthy cousin or to follow her own desires. Similarly, in "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button," the protagonist must come to terms with his unusual condition, which sets him apart from the rest of society. 
   
  Another important theme in Fitzgerald's stories is the fleeting nature of happiness and the inevitability of change. Many of his characters are searching for love, success, or fulfillment, but find that these things are elusive and ultimately fleeting. This is particularly evident in "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," in which the protagonist discovers a hidden mountain of diamonds, only to realize that his wealth is meaningless in the face of the vastness of the universe. Fitzgerald's stories remind us that life is both beautiful and fragile and that the pursuit of happiness can be both exhilarating and heartbreaking. 
  Overall, Selected Short Stories is a testament to Fitzgerald's talent as a writer and his ability to capture the spirit of his time.

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  The Complete Novels of Jack London

  Jack London

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  Answer the Call of the Untamed North.
  
  Jack London lived the adventures most only dream of, and he poured that raw, freezing reality into his prose. This comprehensive collection brings together the complete novels of a writer who understood the thin veneer of civilization and the powerful, primitive heartbeat that lies beneath it. From the brutal frost of the Yukon to the unforgiving waves of the Pacific, London's work is a testament to the endurance of the spirit.
  
  Inside this monumental collection, you will encounter:
  
  The Master of Naturalism: Experience the "Law of Club and Fang"—London's unflinching look at a world where nature is indifferent and only the strong or the adaptable survive.
  
  The Primal Perspective: Discover his revolutionary ability to capture the world through the eyes of the wild, exploring the instincts that drive both beast and man.
  
  High-Stakes Adventure: Journey through the Gold Rush, survive maritime mutinies, and traverse the frozen wastes in tales that defined the modern adventure genre.
  
  Social and Philosophical Depth: Beyond the action, explore London's complex views on individualism, socialism, and the evolutionary forces that shape human society.
  
  London's writing remains the gold standard for wilderness fiction and American realism. Whether you are seeking a gripping survival saga or a profound meditation on the animal nature of humanity, this volume is an essential cornerstone for your library.
  
  Test your mettle against the elements. Buy "The Complete Novels of Jack London" today and rediscover the power of the wild.

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  The Queen of Spades

  Alexander Puskin

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  What would you trade for the secret to unimaginable fortune? In Alexander Pushkin's The Queen of Spades, an ambitious young officer becomes entangled in a web of greed, mystery, and the supernatural, all centered around the fateful queen of spades.
  Set in the glittering salons and shadowy streets of St. Petersburg, this story unravels with a mix of elegance and unease. Pushkin's sharp storytelling brings to life characters who are as unpredictable as the hands they're dealt—where ambition collides with madness, and destiny plays its cruelest game.
  Prepare to be captivated by a tale that feels timeless yet full of surprises. As you listen, keep an ear out for the whispers of fate—because in this game, the stakes are higher than they seem.
  Would you dare to play?

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