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  Cursed Curiosities Volume 2 - 10...

  H. T. W. Bousfield, C. P....

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  A second collection of classic works concerning items that harbour sinister secrets and unusual powers. 
  Contents: 
  "The Uncommon Prayer-Book" by M. R. James (London Mercury 1925) 
  Eight unusual copies of the Book of Common Prayer. 
  "The Green Flame" by Donald Wandrei (Weird Tales 1930) 
  The tale of a strange jewel. 
  "The Disinterment of Venus" by Clark Ashton Smith (Weird Tales 1934) 
  A curious statue unearthed in the grounds of a monastery. 
  "The Man Who Made Faces" by C. P. Howard (HorrorBabble 2024) 
  The tale of a man haunted by a past mistake. 
  "The God with Four Arms" by H. T. W. Bousfield (1939) 
  A man takes his frustrations out on a rare bronze idol. 
  "The Ebony Frame" by Edith Nesbit (Longman's 1891) 
  A beautiful and curiously carved picture frame. 
  "The Meerschaum Pipe" by L. A. Lewis (Tales of the Grotesque 1934) 
  A series of strange dreams and mysterious murders. 
  "The Black Stone Statue" by M. E. Counselman (Weird Tales 1937) 
  The story of a weird deception practised on the world by an obscure artist. 
  "Out of the Aeons" by H. P. Lovecraft (Weird Tales 1935) 
  A Boston museum that displays an ancient mummy recovered from a sunken island. 
  "The Mezzotint" by M. R. James (Ghost-Stories of an Antiquary 1904) 
  A strange engraving, with even stranger properties.

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  The Sign of the Four

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Sign of the Four (1890), also called The Sign of Four, is the second novel featuring Sherlock Holmes written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Doyle wrote four novels and 56 short stories featuring the fictional detective.The story is set in 1888. The Sign of the Four has a complex plot involving service in India, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, a stolen treasure, and a secret pact among four convicts ("the Four" of the title) and two corrupt prison guards. It presents the detective's drug habit and humanizes him in a way that had not been done in the preceding novel, A Study in Scarlet (1887). It also introduces Doctor Watson's future wife, Mary Morstan.Mary Morstan is left without the bulk of the Agra treasure, although she will apparently receive the rest of the chaplet. John Watson falls in love with Mary and it is revealed at the end that he proposed to her and she has accepted.Famous works of the author Arthur Conan Doyle: A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of the Four, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Return of Sherlock Holmes, The Valley of Fear, His Last Bow, The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, Stories of Sherlock Holmes, The Lost World.

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  The Complete Works of Rudyard...

  Rudyard Kipling

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  Journey from the Jungles of India to the Edge of the Empire.
  
  Rudyard Kipling was a literary phenomenon who captured the spirit of an era like no other. A master of the short story, a transformative poet, and a world-class novelist, Kipling possessed an uncanny ability to find the magic in the mundane and the heroic in the everyday soldier. This comprehensive collection brings together his entire literary output, offering a panoramic view of the cultures, conflicts, and characters that defined a global age.
  
  Inside this monumental collection, you will discover:
  
  The Master of the Short Form: Experience the precision and atmosphere that made Kipling a pioneer of the modern short story, blending realism with the supernatural and the high-stakes of frontier life.
  
  The Voice of the Soldier and the Citizen: Delve into the rhythmic, powerful poetry that gave voice to the common man, exploring themes of duty, sacrifice, and the "Law" that governs society.
  
  The World of Fable and Myth: Explore his extraordinary gift for personifying nature and creating modern myths that resonate with readers of all ages, bridging the gap between childhood wonder and adult wisdom.
  
  The Cultural Intersection: Witness the complex, often controversial, and deeply immersive portraits of India—a land Kipling loved and documented with unmatched sensory detail.
  
  Kipling's prose is a masterclass in economy and vivid imagery. Whether you are seeking a gripping tale of espionage in the Great Game or a poignant reflection on the bonds of brotherhood, this volume is an essential cornerstone for any library of world literature and classic adventure.
  
  Answer the call of the horizon. Buy "The Complete Works of Rudyard Kipling" today and own the legacy of a Nobel laureate.

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  Guests Unexpected A Thanksgiving...

  Maude K Griffin

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  The bookshelves of American literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors.  From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure.  Among them is Maude K Griffin.

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  Three Men in a Boat

  Jerome K.

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  "Three Men in a Boat" is a humorous account penned by Jerome K. Jerome and first published in 1889. The story chronicles the comedic misadventures of three friends - Jerome, George, and Harris - along with Montmorency, their spirited fox-terrier, as they embark on a boating holiday along the Thames River. What starts as a restorative leisure trip quickly becomes an uproarious journey filled with mishaps, misunderstandings, and memorable anecdotes. Through Jerome's witty narrative, the novel presents a delightful mix of absurdity and astute observations on human nature and the Victorian era's peculiarities.

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  Fireside Reading of The...

  L. Frank Baum

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  Experiencing a story read out loud is one of the oldest forms of entertainment there is.  
  
  Fireside Reading is a way to slow down, reconnect with the timeless wisdom of great books and rediscover the simple pleasure of being read to.
  
  Join Gildart Jackson in front of a cozy fire as he reads The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum to you and your family from beginning to end.

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