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  Great Expectations

  Charles Dickens

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  "Great Expectations" is a novel by Charles Dickens, first published in serialized form between 1860 and 1861. The story follows the life of an orphan named Pip, who rises from humble beginnings thanks to an anonymous benefactor. Set in Victorian England, the narrative explores themes of social class, personal development, and the complexity of human emotions, as Pip navigates love, ambition, and moral dilemmas. The novel is considered one of Dickens's greatest works and a classic of English literature.

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  About Love

  Anton Chekhov

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  "About Love" is an 1898 short story by Anton Chekhov. The third and final part of the Little Trilogy, started by "The Man in the Case" and continued by "Gooseberries".
  The story begins with the love affair between the cook of the house, Nikanor and servant (beautiful woman) Pelageya. Nikanor, who is a drunkard, often verbally abuses and even beats his lover Pelageya when he is drunk. So Pelageya only wants to live with him without getting married. On the other hand, Nikanor doesn't want to be with her without getting married.

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  Zorro

  Johnston McCulley

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  Zorro. The hero behind the mask, and the legend behind the sword.Zorro, is the debut edition of Literature's Greatest Heroes, a deluxe collection of novels spanning Western literature's most daring protagonists. Originally published in 1924 as The Curse of Capistrano, this is the debut novel featuring the legendary Zorro. This special audiobook edition, commissioned by the Royal Atlantic Library for this series, is narrated by Martin Osborne in a delightfully campy--yet thoroughly compelling--style reminiscent of the pulp era of the novel's debut. Venture back in time to the rugged landscapes of early California with this thrilling tale of justice, romance, and adventure. The Curse of Capistrano introduces us to the enigmatic hero Zorro, a masked crusader fighting for the oppressed against the tyrannical Spanish authorities. With his daring escapades and quick wit, Zorro captures the hearts of readers as he seeks to right the wrongs of his time. This classic novel is a timeless adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. Zorro is a timeless tale of one of the first masked avengers, who navigates a world of danger, intrigue, and daring exploits.

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  Louise de la Valliere

  Alexandre Dumas

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  A forbidden love, a king's desire, and a court where loyalty can cost your life.
  In Louise de la Vallière, the world of 17th-century France comes alive with dazzling drama as the young and gentle Louise becomes entangled in a dangerous affair at the glittering court of Louis XIV. Amid royal ambition, political scheming, and the shadow of the Musketeers, emotional battles prove as fierce as sword fights.
  
  Praised for its rich characters and sweeping romance, this novel is one of Dumas's most dramatic works—filled with passion, betrayal, and unforgettable twists. Readers adore it for its blend of historical depth and irresistible storytelling.
  
  If you crave epic emotion, courtly intrigue, and the timeless allure of Dumas's world, this story will keep you turning pages long into the night.
  
  Enter the court of the Sun King—start reading now and discover a love story written in the shadow of power.

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  The Man Without a Temperament

  Katherine Mansfield

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  "The Man Without a Temperament" is a 1920 short story by Katherine Mansfield. It was first published in Arts and Letters in Spring 1920, and later reprinted in Bliss and Other Stories.
  Mrs Jinnie Salesby has tea with her husband, Robert. She receives a letter from Lottie, who is suffering from neuritis. In her letter, she explains it is snowing in London. Then The Honeymoon Couple come back from fishing. The Salesbys go for a turn; she stops and sits while he goes on for a longer walk.

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  A Thing That Glistened - From...

  Frank R. Stockton

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  Frank Richard Stockton was born in Philadelphia on 5th April 1834.  
  His father, a Methodist minister, discouraged Stockton’s literary career from an early age.  Feeling unable to go against those wishes it was for many years that Stockton’s income was maintained as a wood engraver.   
  His first work was published in 1867 and his first collection only appeared in 1870.  Despite this late arrival Stockton’s innovative and often far-fetched stories, with a gentle ‘poking fun’ humour were very popular.  Like his contemporary Mark Twain he avoided the scolding, hectoring and moral tones of many other authors and instead gently teased and cajoled his reader to open their eyes to the ills, the greed and the ambitions of the world around them.  His sci-fi stories in particular were far-seeing and inventive including a tale of negative gravity and a bloodless Anglo-US war won by technological feats.  
  Perhaps his most enduring tale though is ‘The Lady, or the Tiger?’ from 1882.  A condemned man is given a choice of being eaten alive or marrying his princess lover.  But he has to choose which door each is behind. 
  Frank R Stockton died in Washington, DC, on 20th April 1902, of a cerebral haemorrhage.  He is buried at The Woodlands in Philadelphia.

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