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  Twenty Thousand Leagues Under...

  Jules Verne

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  When an unidentified "monster" threatens international shipping, French oceanographer Pierre Aronnax and his unflappable assistant Conseil join an expedition organized by the US Navy to hunt down and destroy the menace. After months of fruitless searching, they finally grapple with their quarry, but Aronnax, Conseil, and the brash Canadian harpooner Ned Land are thrown overboard in the attack, only to find that the "monster" is actually a futuristic submarine, the Nautilus, commanded by a shadowy, mystical, preternaturally imposing man who calls himself Captain Nemo.

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  Country Landlords

  L.M. Spooner

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  The young lovers Gertrude Fitzhammons and Anarawd Gwynne are caught between their fathers' mutual antagonism. Eventually, Gertrudes' adoptive father, the retired sea captain Ricardo Lewis, is forced to flee Britain due to the machinations of old squire Gwynne and Lewis's mortal enemy, Lord Morlif. At the same time, Anarawd is sent abroad in the hope that he forgets his sweetheart.
  
  
  After several years apart, their separate fates lead them to meet again in Naples during the spring revolutions of 1848. After Lewis's betrayal to his death on the republican barricades, a broken-hearted Gertrude returns to her Welsh home. Will Anarawd follow her or seek his fortune abroad in the British Army?
  
  
  Loosely inspired by social and agricultural advancements in the district around the author's home in Porthmadog, Country Landlords (1860) looks at the relationship between the landed gentry and ordinary country population in the early nineteenth-century.
  
  
  The first republication of this novel since 1860, following on from the successful Honno republication of Spooner's first novel, Gladys of Harlech in 2017.
  
  
  • An informative introduction contextualizes Louisa Matilda Spooner's life and writings.
  
  
  • An example of mid-century novels by female authors from Wales dealing with contemporary issues, such as land improvement, nationalism, and empire.
  
  
  • A social novel in the style of a romance inspired by the villages and landed estates of rural west Wales and their links with the wider world.

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  The Devil in the Belfry

  Edgar Allen Poe

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  A quiet unchanging town gets a visit from a most peculiar and, we come to find out, dastardly character. 

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  Othello | Shakespeare for kids -...

  Jeanette Vigon

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  Step into the heart of Venice and the windswept shores of Cyprus with "Othello," a captivating adaptation of Shakespeare's timeless tale of love, jealousy, and betrayal, thoughtfully reimagined for children by Jeanette Vigon. This version preserves the core of Shakespeare's story while transforming it into an accessible narrative that young readers will find both engaging and educational. 
  Highlights Include:Simplified Shakespeare: Jeanette Vigon masterfully adapts the complex themes and language of "Othello" into a story that's easy for kids to understand and enjoy.A Tale of Adventure and Morals: Discover the exotic locales of Venice and Cyprus through the eyes of Othello, a noble general, as he navigates the treacherous waters of friendship and love, teaching valuable lessons about trust and honesty along the way.Interactive Learning Experience: This book invites children to explore the richness of Shakespeare's work in a fun and interactive way, encouraging them to appreciate literature and the timeless themes that continue to resonate today. 
  "Othello" is not just a book; it's a doorway to imagination and learning, perfect for young readers and families to explore together. Whether for educational purposes or just a captivating bedtime story, this adaptation brings the magic of one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies to life for a new generation.

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  Dracula – Chapter 1: Jonathan...

  Bram Stoker

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  Jonathan Harker, a young English solicitor, journeys to the remote mountains of Transylvania to assist a mysterious nobleman named Count Dracula. At first, the Count is courteous and charming — but as the days pass, Harker begins to realize that he is not a guest, but a prisoner in a castle filled with shadows, secrets, and unspeakable horrors. 
  This is Chapter 1 of Bram Stoker’s Dracula — narrated by Amazon bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne — part of a complete, chapter-by-chapter audiobook series that brings the classic Gothic nightmare to life in chilling detail. 
  Whether you’re revisiting Stoker’s masterpiece or discovering it for the first time, this immersive narration captures the dread, mystery, and slow-building terror that shaped the vampire legend for more than a century. 
  📖 Public domain text. Original publication: 1897.

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  The Duel

  Anton Chekhov

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  Anton Chekhov (1860-1904) was a Russian playwright and short-story writer, renowned for his contributions to modern literature. Born in Taganrog, he studied medicine at Moscow University, becoming a doctor. His literary career began with humorous sketches, evolving into profound short stories noted for their realism and depth. His works are celebrated for their subtle humor, compassion, and exploration of the human condition. Chekhov died of tuberculosis at age 44, leaving a lasting impact on both theater and literature. 
  Constance Garnett (1861-1946) was a British translator who significantly influenced English-speaking readers' access to Russian literature. Garnett is best known for her translations of works by Russian authors like Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, Chekhov, Turgenev, and Gogol. Her translations, starting in the early 20th century, brought these classics to a broader audience. 
  Frank Marcopolos lives in Florida with his dog, Sparky.

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