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  The Lost Conscience

  Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin

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  While somewhat outdated and steeped in the prejudice of the day, Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin fable The lost conscience is nevertheless a worthy tale to ponder and a great study of a mind seeking to discard its inhibitions (not in a good way).

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  Mr Reginald Peacock's Day

  Katherine Mansfield

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  "Mr Reginald Peacock's Day" is a 1920 short story by Katherine Mansfield. It was first published in the New Age on 14 June 1917, and later reprinted in Bliss and Other Stories.
  Reginald is woken up by his wife for breakfast. He is irritated by his wife who is very polite with him. He has a bath, sings for a bit and fathoms he could be an opera singer.

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  Sense and Sensibility

  Jane Austen

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  Jane Austen's timeless novel, Sense and Sensibility, follows the lives of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, as they navigate the complexities of love, societal expectations, and personal growth in early 19th-century England. 
  The story begins with the Dashwood family facing a sudden change in their circumstances. After the death of their father, the estate of Norland Park passes to their half-brother John, leaving the sisters and their mother in a precarious financial situation. Forced to relocate to the modest Barton Cottage in Devonshire, the Dashwood women must adapt to a new way of life while confronting the challenges of the marriage market. 
  Elinor and Marianne, though sisters, are quite different in their personalities and approaches to life. Elinor, the elder sister, embodies the qualities of sense—practicality, restraint, and a keen understanding of the social norms of the time. Marianne, on the other hand, represents sensibility—a passionate, emotional, and impulsive nature that often puts her at odds with the expectations of society. 
  As the sisters encounter potential suitors and navigate the intricate web of relationships, they each face unique obstacles and personal growth. Elinor finds herself drawn to a man whose circumstances are complicated by a secret engagement, while Marianne's heart is captured by a charming but unreliable admirer. 
  Through a series of unexpected twists and turns, both sisters learn valuable lessons about the importance of balancing emotion and reason, the true nature of love, and the strength of family bonds. As they confront their own preconceptions and the expectations of others, Elinor and Marianne discover that the path to happiness is not always straightforward.

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  Their Eyes Were Watching God

  Anônimo

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  “A deeply soulful novel that comprehends love and cruelty, and separates the big people from the small of heart, without ever losing sympathy for those unfortunates who don’t know how to live properly.” —Zadie Smith 
  One of the most important and enduring books of the twentieth century, Their Eyes Were Watching God brings to life a Southern love story with the wit and pathos found only in the writing of Zora Neale Hurston. Out of print for almost thirty years—due largely to initial audiences’ rejection of its strong black female protagonist—Hurston’s classic has since its 1978 reissue become perhaps the most widely read and highly acclaimed novel in the canon of African-American literature. The audio is performed by the legendary Ruby Dee.

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  O Russet Witch!

  F. Scott Fitzgerald

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  O Russet Witch! - one of the stories, which entered in a collection of eleven short stories by F. Scott Fitzgerald "Tales of the Jazz Age" (1922). 
  This story was written just after the author completed the first draft of his second novel. However it may seem, the story was supposed to be in the present time/tense. It was published in the "Metropolitan".
  At the end of the story, Merlin deeply regrets not following his dreams. Caroline represents the life that Merlin always wanted, but he chooses to ignore these dreams. Merlin convinces himself that Caroline is nothing more than a witch that appears only to tempt him away from the safe life he has chosen. However, as soon as this false illusion of Caroline is shattered, Merlin falls apart. As an old man, Merlin finally realizes that he has not pursued any of his dreams and therefore his whole life has been a waste.

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  Crime and Punishment - Audiobook

  Fyodor Dostoyevsky, English...

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  Crime and Punishment is a psychological masterpiece that delves into the complexities of morality, guilt, and redemption. Set in the grim streets of 19th-century St. Petersburg, the novel follows Rodion Raskolnikov, a young and impoverished ex-student who wrestles with his own ideology and desperate circumstances. Convinced that extraordinary individuals have the right to transgress moral laws for the greater good, Raskolnikov commits a brutal murder, believing it to be a necessary step to achieve greatness.As he struggles to justify his crime, the weight of guilt begins to erode his mental and emotional stability. His encounters with the compassionate Sonia, a self-sacrificing woman of faith, and the relentless detective Porfiry Petrovich lead Raskolnikov on a harrowing journey of self-discovery and confrontation with his conscience.This gripping tale explores profound themes such as the nature of sin, the consequences of pride, and the possibility of redemption. Dostoevsky's masterful character development and philosophical depth make Crime and Punishment a timeless exploration of the human soul.

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