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  Sense and Sensibility

  Jane Austen

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  "Sense and Sensibility" is the story of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood, who have contrasting temperaments. On the surface Elinor, the older sister represents sense or reason while Marianne represents sensibility or emotion, however upon closer examination we find that they both exhibit varying aspects of each characteristic. A classic coming of age story "Sense and Sensibility" was Jane Austen's first published novel.
  
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  The Doctor

  Anton Chekhov

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  In The Doctor by Anton Chekhov we have the theme of loss, love, compassion, grief, acceptance, responsibility, selfishness and honesty. Taken from his The Collected Stories collection the story is narrated in the third person by an unnamed narrator and from the beginning of the story it becomes clear to the reader that Chekhov may be exploring the theme of loss.

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  Casting the Runes - From their...

  M R James

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  Montague Rhodes James is cited as perhaps the greatest English writer of ghost stories, an opinion few would disagree with. 
  James was born on 1st August 1862 at Goodnestone Parsonage in Kent, where his father was Curate but at age 3 the family went to live at Livermere, near Bury St Edmunds in East Anglia.  
  From early childhood he had a passion for mediaeval books and antiques. He was educated initially as a boarder at Temple Grove School in East Sheen, west London, before gaining a scholarship to Eton and thence Cambridge where he gained a double first, becoming a distinguished linguist and mediaevalist.  
  Before the Great War vacations were usually spent touring Europe absorbing cultures and references for his later writing. 
  A man of enormous knowledge it was said he timed his breakfast egg whilst he completed the Times crossword.  
  Many of his elegant yet terrifying tales were created by discarding the prevailing gothic cliches and placing his characters and narrative in a realistic setting.  Thereby the stories gained atmosphere and menace on a grand scale and he was famed as the originator of the antiquarian ghost story. 
  Although story-telling and writing these 30 or so tales was a hobby, when published their effect transformed the genre and still chill the bones in our more modern times. 
  James was also a medievalist scholar and translator whose work remains highly respected. He was also Provost of Eton College between 1918 and 1936. 
  M R James died on 12th June 1936 at Eton in Buckinghamshire.  He was 73.

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  A Danse-Macabre - From their...

  Bernard Capes

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  Bernard Edward Joseph Capes was born on the 30th August 1854 in London.  He was one of 11 children. 
  His early work was as a journalist and this developed into writing many short stories for the periodicals of the time including Blackwood's, Cassell's, Cornhill Magazine, Illustrated London News, Macmillan's Magazine, Mall Magazine, Pearson's Magazine, The Idler, and The Queen. 
  It took him many years to decide that writing full-time could be a sustainable career path.  His initial success came with ‘The Mill of Silence’.  As well as being published it garnered second prize at a competition sponsored by the Chicago Record.  He exceeded that by winning it the following year with ‘The Lake of Wine’.   
  Capes quickly became both prolific and popular.  As well as his stories and articles for the periodicals he wrote around 40 volumes across novels, poetry, history as well as romance and mystery novels. 
  Bernard Capes died on 2nd November 1918 in the flu epidemic.

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  Ernest Hemingway - Men Without...

  Ernest Hemingway

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  Ernest Hemingway was an American novelist and short-story writer, widely considered one of the greatest writers of the 20th century. Hemingway's writing style was characterized by its spare and concise prose, and he was known for his ability to convey deep emotions through simple, direct language. Hemingway's most famous works include "The Sun Also Rises," "A Farewell to Arms," and "The Old Man and the Sea." 
   
  Hemingway's writing often dealt with themes of love, war, and the search for meaning in a complex and often cruel world. His characters were often disillusioned and haunted by the traumas of their past, but they remained resilient in the face of adversity. Hemingway's work was influential not only for its literary style, but also for its depiction of the human condition in a time of great social and political upheaval. Hemingway won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954, and his legacy as a writer and cultural icon continues to be felt today. 
   
  "The Old Man and the Sea" is a novella written by the American author Ernest Hemingway in 1951. 
   
  "Men Without Women" is the second collection of short stories written by American author Ernest Hemingway. The volume consists of 14 stories. 
   
  "The Sun Also Rises" published in 1926, follows a group of expatriates in the aftermath of World War I as they search for meaning and purpose in their lives. 
   
  Here is the ultimate Audiobook celebration of this great enduring artist narrated by Emmy-nominated actor and author Geoffrey Giuliano.

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  The Game

  Anonym

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  One last fight. One promise of a better life. One night that changes everything.
  Joe Fleming is a beloved young boxer who steps into the ring for what should be his final match before marrying his sweetheart, Genevieve. But beneath the cheers and bright lights lies a world of danger, pride, and raw physical power. As tension builds and emotions run high, Joe and Genevieve face the harsh truth of a sport where every victory—and every mistake—comes at a cost.
  
  Praised as "a vivid, emotionally charged portrait of early boxing culture," Jack London's novella delivers gripping realism, sharp dialogue, and unforgettable atmosphere. It remains a powerful exploration of masculinity, risk, and the fragile line between triumph and tragedy.
  
  If you enjoy fast-paced drama, heartfelt emotion, and stories where love stands toe-to-toe with danger, this classic will strike deep.
  
  Step into the ring—open the book and feel the heartbeat of The Game.

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