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  Speed

  Mohamed-Zain Dada

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  'I don't get angry, people get angry at me. In fact, I've only ever sworn once in a car… in English.'
  In a hotel basement somewhere in Birmingham, three people – a nurse, a delivery driver and an entrepreneur – are attending a speed-awareness course to address their aggressive driving.
  Abz, a leading expert on road safety and the most in-demand course facilitator north of the M25, presents them with a choice: change your ways, or lose your licence. But the training course quickly veers into a tumultuous group-therapy session as they are forced to confront the real question: why are we all so angry?
  Mohamed-Zain Dada's play Speed is a breakneck journey through the daily annoyances and deep-buried secrets that leave us spinning. Wickedly comic and darkly thrilling, it was first performed at the Bush Theatre, London, in 2025, directed by Milli Bhatia.

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  Pericles

  William Shakespeare

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  Pericles is one of William Shakespeare's most adventurous and emotionally rich plays, blending romance, tragedy, and redemption into a sweeping tale that spans kingdoms and oceans. Believed to have been written around 1607–1608, the story follows Prince Pericles of Tyre as he embarks on a perilous journey filled with mystery, danger, loss, and ultimately, miraculous reunion.
  
  The play begins when Pericles travels to the city of Antioch to compete for the hand of the king's daughter. There he discovers a dark and shocking secret hidden behind the king's challenge—a secret so dangerous that it forces him to flee for his life. What follows is a long voyage across the Mediterranean world, where storms, shipwrecks, political intrigue, and unexpected kindness shape his fate.
  
  Along his journey, Pericles encounters both cruelty and compassion. He finds temporary refuge in the kingdom of Pentapolis, where he wins the love of the noble Thaisa. Yet happiness proves fragile as tragedy strikes during a violent sea storm, leading Pericles to believe he has lost his beloved wife forever. Burdened by grief and responsibility, he entrusts his newborn daughter, Marina, to the care of others before continuing his restless wanderings.
  
  Years later, Marina grows into a young woman of extraordinary virtue and strength. Despite facing betrayal, danger, and corruption, her courage and moral purity transform the lives of those around her. Her story runs parallel to Pericles' own struggles, weaving a powerful narrative about endurance, faith, and the enduring bonds of family.
  
  What makes Pericles unique among Shakespeare's works is its epic scope and its fairy-tale-like sense of wonder. Narrated in part by the poet Gower, the play moves across time and place, creating a story that feels both mythical and deeply human. Themes of forgiveness, divine providence, and the healing power of reunion give the play a hopeful and uplifting tone.
  
  Filled with dramatic shipwrecks, royal courts, lost children, and miraculous discoveries, Pericles explores the idea that life's darkest trials can lead to unexpected redemption. The play reminds readers and audiences that perseverance, virtue, and faith can guide people through even the most turbulent storms.
  
  Today, Pericles stands as one of Shakespeare's most moving late romances—a story of suffering transformed into joy, and of families torn apart by fate only to be reunited by grace. It is a timeless tale that celebrates resilience, hope, and the enduring possibility of renewal.

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  Collection of Poems

  D. F. Gregory

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  A collection of poems inspired by the life experiences of the author. D.F. Gregory started writing poetry and short stories as a pastime in his early forties, and more so during the period that he was a family carer to his late mother who was suffering from Alzheimer's and cancer, which was at a moment in his life when he found more time to reflect and indulge in his interest of writing. He eventually decided to turn what had started as a pastime into something that he could publish to share with a larger audience. Some of the poems are inspired by emotion, his experience as a carer, and others are inspired by his love of history and human nature.  His literary work continues.

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  Volpone

  Ben Jonson

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  Ben Jonson's Volpone is a dazzling and darkly comic masterpiece of Renaissance drama, renowned for its sharp wit, biting satire, and unforgettable characters. First performed in 1606, the play is a brilliant exploration of greed, deception, and moral corruption, set against the vibrant and morally ambiguous backdrop of Venice.
  
  At the center of the story is Volpone, a wealthy and cunning man who, with the help of his clever servant Mosca, devises an elaborate scheme to exploit the greed of others. Pretending to be gravely ill and near death, Volpone attracts a parade of fortune-hunters eager to secure a place in his will. These would-be heirs—each more avaricious and unscrupulous than the last—lavish him with extravagant gifts in hopes of inheriting his vast wealth.
  
  As the deception deepens, Mosca manipulates the situation with increasing boldness, playing each character against the others while advancing his own ambitions. What begins as a clever ruse soon spirals into a web of lies, betrayal, and moral decay, where no one is entirely innocent. Jonson skillfully builds tension and humor through intricate plotting, witty dialogue, and exaggerated yet strikingly human characters.
  
  Beneath its comedic surface, Volpone offers a powerful critique of human vice, exposing the destructive nature of greed and the ease with which integrity can be compromised in the pursuit of wealth. Jonson's satire is both entertaining and unsettling, holding a mirror to society and revealing the darker aspects of human ambition and desire.
  
  Volpone remains one of the greatest comedies in English literature, celebrated for its theatrical brilliance, moral insight, and enduring relevance. It is a compelling and thought-provoking work that continues to captivate readers and audiences alike with its clever humor and timeless examination of human weakness.

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  The Garland of Good Will

  Thomas Deloney

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  The Garland of Good Will by Thomas Deloney is a treasured collection of early English verse that celebrates the enduring values of kindness, fellowship, and everyday life. Blending lyrical storytelling with memorable ballads, the work reflects the spirit of Elizabethan England while preserving the voices, customs, and experiences of ordinary people through engaging and timeless poetry.
  
  Drawing upon themes of love, loyalty, courage, faith, and community, Deloney's verses present a vivid portrait of a changing society. Each ballad combines narrative charm with moral reflection, offering readers a glimpse into the traditions, occupations, and relationships that shaped daily life in the late sixteenth century.
  
  Renowned for his accessible style and gift for storytelling, Thomas Deloney created works that appealed to readers across all walks of life. His lively language, rhythmic verse, and heartfelt observations continue to captivate audiences interested in the origins of English popular literature and ballad traditions.
  
  The Garland of Good Will is an essential read for lovers of classic poetry, historical ballads, English literary heritage, and traditional verse that preserves the culture, values, and storytelling of the Elizabethan era.

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  Space and Time

  Jayne F Poindexter

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  Love, loss, finding oneself and healing – all these things can be found in the pages of Space & Time.
  
  The author touches on each aspect that may have occurred in her own life or in the lives of those around her.
  
  There are trigger warnings, places to find help, and messages of hope.

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