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  A Successful Rehearsal - From...

  Anthony Hope

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  Sir Anthony Hope Hawkins was born on 9th February 1863 in Clapton, London.  
  He was educated at St John's School, Leatherhead, Marlborough College and Balliol College, Oxford.  Hope trained as a lawyer and barrister and was called to the Bar by the Middle Temple in 1887. Despite what was thought to be a promising legal career he had literary ambitions and wrote in his spare time. 
  His early works appeared in various periodicals of the day but for his first book ‘A Man of Mark’ (1890), with no publisher interested, he published with his own resources.  
  More novels and short stories followed, including the mildly successful ‘Mr Witt's Widow’ in 1892. Hope even found time to run as the Liberal candidate for Wycombe in the election that same year but was unsuccessful. 
  His first major literary success came with ‘The Dolly Dialogues’, a collection of previously published magazine pieces followed very quickly by his instant classic, ‘The Prisoner of Zenda’. He now gave up the vestiges of his legal career to pursue writing full-time. 
  Despite never again reaching the same pinnacle of success he was popular and wrote prolifically across novels, plays and of course, short stories though his writing output rapidly diminished after the war. 
  In 1918 he was knighted for his contribution to propaganda efforts during World War I.  
  His short stories are delicate, mannered and often surprising with their wit, humour and interplay of characters who say one thing and usually mean another.  He was very definitely a writer of escapist rather than serious fare but they are no less enjoyable for that. 
  Anthony Hope died of throat cancer on 8th July 1933 at his country home, Heath Farm at Walton-on-the-Hill in Surrey. He was 70.

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  The House at Pooh Corner

  Alan Alexander Milne

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  The House at Pooh Corner is a 1928 children's book by A. A. Milne and illustrated by E. H. Shepard. This book is the second novel, and final one by Milne, to feature Winnie-the-Pooh and his world. The book is also notable for introducing the character Tigger. The book's exact date of publication is unknown beyond the year 1928, although several sources indicate the date of October 11.

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  Carry On Jeeves - Unabridged

  P. G. Wodehouse

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  In this collection, P. G. Wodehouse - the master of 20th century humor - presents ten of his most celebrated stories about the perpetually befuddled Bertie Wooster and his knight-in-shining-tuxedo Jeeves.  Wodehouse's Jeeves stories have long been hailed as the most entertaining and hilarious short fiction ever written and Wodehouse holds a special place in literary history as history's premier English humorist. In this collection, Bertie pinballs from crisis to crisis but, as always, his faithful manservant Jeeves is there to bail him out.  This volume is presented in its original and unabridged format.

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  The Call of the Wild

  Jack London

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  The Call of the Wild by Jack London is a gripping adventure novel that follows the journey of Buck, a domesticated dog who is thrust into the harsh wilderness of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. As he is exposed to the brutal realities of survival, Buck gradually transforms from a pampered pet into a wild, primal creature, reconnecting with his ancestral instincts. The novel explores themes of survival, the call of nature, and the struggle for dominance, capturing the raw beauty and ferocity of the wilderness.

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  Oscar Wilde - Short Stories

  Oscar Wilde

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  Welcome to the enchanting world of Oscar Wilde's timeless tales, now available in the captivating digital audiobook version of "Oscar Wilde - Short Stories"! Immerse yourself in the genius of Wilde's storytelling as you explore three beloved classics: "The Canterville Ghost," "The Fisherman and His Soul," and "The Devoted Friend." 
   
  Step into the realms of whimsy, wit, and wisdom with "The Canterville Ghost," a delightful blend of humor and the supernatural. Follow the misadventures of an American family as they encounter the stubbornly persistent ghost of Sir Simon, revealing unexpected twists and heartwarming moments along the way. 
   
  Venture into the mystical journey of "The Fisherman and His Soul," a poignant allegory exploring the conflict between the spiritual and the material. Join a young fisherman as he sacrifices everything for love, encountering mermaids, temptation, and the ultimate pursuit of true freedom. 
   
  Delve into the thought-provoking fable of "The Devoted Friend," a tale that explores the dynamics of friendship, kindness, and selflessness. Witness the evolving relationship between a selfless linnet and a materialistic water-rat, unraveling profound lessons about the true nature of generosity.

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  New Arabian Nights

  Robert Louis Stevenson

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  "New Arabian Nights" is a collection of short stories written by Robert Louis Stevenson, first published in 1882. The book is a series of interconnected tales that explore themes of adventure, romance, and the supernatural. Drawing inspiration from the Arabian Nights, Stevenson weaves a tapestry of exotic and imaginative stories set in various locations, each with its own unique characters and plots.

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