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  The American Senator

  Anthony Trollope

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  The American Senator is a novel written in 1875 by Anthony Trollope. Although not one of Trollope's better-known works, it is notable for its depictions of rural English life and for its many detailed fox hunting scenes. In its anti-heroine, Arabella Trefoil, it presents a scathing but ultimately sympathetic portrayal of a woman who has abandoned virtually all scruples in her quest for a husband. Through the eponymous Senator, Trollope offers comments on the irrational aspects of English life. (Description by Wikipedia)

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  Wacousta or the prophecy: A Tale...

  Jon Richardson

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  This is volume 3 of Major John Richardson, 1832 novel Wacousta. It is set at Fort Detroit and the surrounding country during Pontiac's rebellion of 1763. The mysterious warrior Wacousta has aligned himself with the First Nations forces who are besieging Detroit and Fort Michilimackinac on the extreme western edge of the British North American frontier. Pontiac is determined to stop expansion into the region, by any means. Wacousta, is a great friend of Pontiac but has his own agenda. - revenge against the British Commander at Detroit, Colonel De Haldimar. The story begins with Wacousta stealing in to the secure fort and whispering something in to De Haldimar's ear. Only later to we discover the nature of his message. Meanwhile, Pontiac designs a clever scheme to break the siege at the well defended fort - a scheme so cunningly designed as to have every chance of success. Volume 3 is the conclusion of this engaging work. This book was written in 1832 and incorporates all the attitudes and perspectives of class, race and culture prevalent at the time. Some of the terminology is now considered offensive but was common in the nineteenth century. It is a powerful and engaging story, although the style of writing is extremely convoluted and complex, and can be difficult to read. I hope hearing it helps you enjoy it.

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  Miss Brooke - A Masterpiece of...

  George Eliot

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  Before you can change the world, you must survive the drawing room. 
  In the quiet, gossiping lanes of 19th-century provincial England, nineteen-year-old Dorothea Brooke is a dangerous anomaly. She is beautiful, wealthy, and entirely consumed by a burning desire to live a life of grand, spiritual purpose. While her sister Celia navigates the sensible waters of ribbons, jewels, and aristocratic suitors, Dorothea yearns for intellectual martyrdom. 
  Enter the Reverend Edward Casaubon—a dry, middle-aged scholar compiling a labyrinthine history of the world. To the wealthy and practical society of Tipton Grange, he is a dried-up bookworm with one foot in the grave. But to Dorothea, he is a towering intellect, a modern Augustine, and a ticket out of the petty confines of her female existence. When she accepts his sudden proposal of marriage, she believes she is stepping into a world of profound illumination. 
  She is about to discover the suffocating weight of her own ideals. 
  In Middlemarch Book 1: Miss Brooke, George Eliot lays the brilliant, psychological foundation of one of the greatest novels in the English language. With biting wit, profound empathy, and razor-sharp social commentary, Eliot paints a portrait of a woman whose vast soul is utterly mismatched with her reality. 
  Immerse yourself in this stunning exploration of ambition, illusion, and the quiet tragedies of the human heart.

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  Hidden Women - DARA'S TREE and...

  Amrita Sen, Jake Stark

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  Hidden Women is a captivating collection of stories that shines a spotlight on the often-overlooked women who played significant roles in the lives of famous men from well-known narratives. This collection offers listeners a fresh perspective by delving into the untold stories of these remarkable women, showcasing their strength, resilience, and unique experiences.Hidden Women ultimately celebrates the strength, resilience, and agency of these remarkable female characters. It invites listeners to question the traditional narratives and appreciate the women who contributed to these stories in profound ways. By giving voice to the women behind the men, this collection empowers and inspires, showcasing the power of untold stories and the indomitable spirit of hidden women throughout literary history and beyond.

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  Snow in Seattle - A Novel

  Amy M. Le

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  Freedom comes with high risks and disillusioned dreams. "Snow in Seattle" is the second book in the Snow trilogy and is the sequel to Amy M. Le's debut, historical fiction novel, "Snow in Vietnam." After escaping Vietnam with her daughter and nephew, Snow finds herself living in the refugee camps of Galang and Singapore. When she receives news of sponsorship to America, Snow’s dream of starting a new life of freedom in Seattle comes true. 
  Life in the United States, however, is nothing like the grandeur she imagined. Language barriers, cultural misunderstandings, and lack of resources are just a few challenges. Snow continues to push herself to the limit emotionally, physically, and mentally, to keep her family together and adapt to her new surroundings. She immerses herself in American society and the community around her. Along the way, she discovers not everyone is welcoming of the Vietnamese refugees and the soldiers she met in Vietnam have their own demons to face in a country that treats them as burdens, not heroes. 
  Snow’s quest to make Seattle her new home will test her grit and tenacity, her patience and love, and her willingness to forgive. This story is dedicated to the refugees and veterans of war..

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  élégie

  Eva Seyler

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  Brought from Minnesota to Oregon as a mail-order bride, the new Mrs. Pearson has to face her husband's hostile family and find joy where she can.

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