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  The Call of The Wild

  Jack London

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  Buck, a pampered California pup, lived a life of naps and treats. But fate took a nasty turn when he was snatched and sold as a sled dog in Alaska. The cushy life vanished, replaced by bone-chilling nights and the sting of the whip 
  Buck, though, was tougher than he looked. The wilderness awakened something primal within him. He learned the howl of the pack, the bite of the cold, and the fight for survival.

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  White Nights

  Fyodor Dostoevsky

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  White Nights by Fyodor Dostoevsky 
  In the ethereal twilight of St. Petersburg's white nights, a young loner's solitary existence is transformed by a chance encounter with the enchanting Nastenka. Over several luminous evenings, two kindred souls embark on a journey of emotional discovery, sharing dreams, disappointments, and the fragile hope of love. Dostoevsky's poignant novella delves into the depths of human loneliness, unrequited love, and the universal yearning for connection. "White Nights" is an unforgettable exploration of the soul’s battle between idealism and reality, penned by one of literature’s greatest observers of the human condition. 
  Dive into this masterful depiction of passion and despair, and experience the heartrending beauty of an all-too-fleeting love.

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  The Most Dangerous Game

  Richard Connell

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  "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell is a gripping adventure thriller that explores the fine line between hunter and hunted. The story follows Sanger Rainsford, a seasoned big-game hunter who, after falling overboard from a yacht, washes up on a mysterious island. There, he encounters General Zaroff, an aristocratic hunter with a sinister passion—hunting humans for sport. As Rainsford becomes the next target in Zaroff’s deadly game, he must rely on his wits, survival skills, and sheer determination to outmaneuver his ruthless pursuer. This timeless tale of suspense, morality, and survival will keep listeners on the edge of their seats until the very last moment. 
  Cover photo by Ntsikelelo Radebe: https://www.pexels.com/photo/a-silhouette-of-a-wine-in-a-glass-and-bottle-11357544/

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  On Official Duty

  Anton Chekhov

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  Doctor Starchenko and Lyzhin, a young deputy examining magistrate, arrive at Syrnya to attend to the case of Lesnitsky, an insurance agent, who, upon arrival to the village three days before, entered the local zemstvo house, ordered himself a samovar, unpacked his food packets, and then all of as sudden shot himself. The suicide was so bizarre, that the inquest was deemed to be necessary...

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  Normal Social Life The (Unabridged)

  H. G. Wells

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  Herbert George Wells (21 September 1866 - 13 August 1946) was an English writer. Prolific in many genres, he wrote dozens of novels, short stories, and works of social commentary, history, satire, biography and autobiography. His work also included two books on recreational war games. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is often called the "father of science fiction", along with Jules Verne and the publisher Hugo Gernsback.
  THE NORMAL SOCIAL LIFE: Produces an increasing surplus of energy and opportunity, more particularly under modern conditions of scientific organisation and power production; and this through the operation of rent and of usury tends to.

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  The Death of Ivan Ilyich

  Leo Tolstoy

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  Leo Tolstoy’s The Death of Ivan Ilyich is a profound exploration of mortality, morality, and the human condition. The novella follows Ivan Ilyich, a high-court judge living a life of superficial success and conformity, until he is diagnosed with a terminal illness. As Ivan grapples with his impending death, he reflects on his life, realizing its emptiness—marked by career ambition, social posturing, and emotional detachment from his family. His physical suffering mirrors his spiritual anguish, forcing him to confront existential questions about authenticity and meaning. Isolated by societal indifference and his own past choices, Ivan’s journey becomes one of self-awareness and redemption. Tolstoy masterfully portrays the universal fear of death while offering a poignant critique of bourgeois values. Through Ivan’s final awakening, the story underscores the importance of living truthfully and compassionately, leaving readers to ponder their own lives’ significance.

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