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  The Complete Short Stories of A...

  A. Milne, Gyles Brandreth

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  A new collection of A. A. Milne’s short stories for grown-ups. Gathered in full for the first time, they include several never published before. They show Milne’s renowned charm, concision and whimsical flair in all their brilliance. 
   
  He paints memorable scenes – from a children’s birthday party, to an accidental encounter with murder, and a case of blackmail – often with an unexpected twist. But he also deals in poignancy, from the girl who pulls the wool over her boyfriend’s eyes, to a first dance and first disappointment or family reunion and domestic dissonance. 
   
  Beguiling and evocative, Milne’s thought-provoking stories for adults will make you see his works for children in a whole new light.

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  An Account of Some Strange...

  Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu

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  "It was the face of a man who had died in a paroxysm of terror."
  
  Two young medical students, seeking a quiet place to study, rent a massive, dilapidated old house in Dublin's Aungier Street. But the silence they seek is soon shattered by heavy, unseen footsteps, the scratching of a giant rat, and the terrifying apparition of a large man with a crimson velvet waistcoat. They soon discover the house's dark history: it was once the residence of a notorious "hanging judge" who took his own life within its walls. As the atmosphere grows increasingly oppressive, the students realize that the Judge's spirit is not merely wandering—it is actively seeking a new victim.
  
  The Master of Atmospheric Dread: Le Fanu is a pioneer of psychological horror. In this story, he uses the "uncanny"—taking a familiar domestic space and making it feel wrong. The horror isn't just in the ghost itself, but in the growing sense of unease, the shadows that move on their own, and the feeling of being watched by something that "ought not to be there."
  
  The Legacy of the "Hanging Judge": The figure of the Judge represents a common theme in Le Fanu's work: the past refusing to stay buried. The Judge's cruelty in life translates into a predatory supernatural presence in death. The story's climax is a masterclass in suspense, as one of the students finds himself paralyzed by the gaze of the long-dead jurist.
  
  A Classic for Fans of the Macabre: Often cited as one of the greatest ghost stories ever written, this tale influenced a generation of horror writers, including M.R. James. It is a brief but unforgettable journey into the heart of a haunted city.
  
  Open the door to Aungier Street. Purchase this classic of Gothic horror today.

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  The Upper Berth - A sailor...

  F. Marion Crawford

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  Francis Marion Crawford, an only child, was born on 2nd August 1854 at Bagni di Lucca, Italy. He was a nephew to Julia Ward Howe, the American poet and writer of ‘The Battle Hymn of the Republic’.  
   
  Crawford was educated at St Paul's School, Concord, New Hampshire and then on to Cambridge University, the University of Heidelberg and the University of Rome.  
   
  In 1879 he went to India, to study Sanskrit and then to edit The Indian Herald. In 1881 he returned to America to continue his Sanskrit studies at Harvard University. 
   
  His family became increasingly concerned about his employment prospects.  After an attempt at a singing career as a baritone was ruled out, he was encouraged to write.  
   
  In December 1882 his first novel, ‘Mr Isaacs’, was published and was an immediate hit as was his second novel ‘Dr Claudius’ in 1883.  
   
  In October 1884 he married Elizabeth Berdan and encouraged by his excellent start to a literary career they returned to Sant Agnello, Italy to make a permanent home, buying the Villa Renzi that then became Villa Crawford.  
   
  In the late 1890s, Crawford began work on his historical works which would later include ‘Corleone’, in 1897, the first major treatment of the Mafia in literature.  
   
  Crawford is also exceedingly popular and anthologized as a short story writer of bizarre and creepy tales.   
   
  In 1908 came his classic ‘The Screaming Skull’. Without doubt its unsettling nature is heightened as the reader/listener is drawn into to the story by its narrator.  Everything is explained and plausible until, of course, it isn’t. 
   
  Francis Marion Crawford died at Sorrento on Good Friday 1909 at Villa Crawford of a heart attack.  
   
  In this classic supernatural story by F Marion Crawford a man takes a room on a liner and discovers that its previous occupants have all committed suicide.  When his room mate on the Upper Berth also disappears the evidence points to some unearthly sequence of happenings.

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  The Tattooed Leg - From their...

  John Chilton

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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 John Chilton.

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  Twelfth Night - Full Cast Drama

  William Shakespeare

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  "Twelfth Night" by William Shakespeare is a timeless and enchanting comedy that invites you into a world of mistaken identities, love, and laughter. Set in the colorful and lively backdrop of Illyria, this play is a masterpiece of Shakespearean wit and humor. 
   
  The story revolves around Viola, who is shipwrecked and finds herself stranded in a foreign land. To survive, she disguises herself as a young man named Cesario and becomes entangled in the lives of the Duke Orsino, who employs her as a messenger of love, and the beautiful Countess Olivia, who unwittingly falls in love with her. 
   
  This delightful tale of love triangles and hidden desires is a rollercoaster of emotions, from heartwarming moments to hilarious mishaps. The comic characters, such as Sir Toby Belch and Maria, add a touch of mischievousness to the plot, while the pompous Malvolio provides a humorous contrast. 
   
  Shakespeare's mastery of language is on full display in "Twelfth Night." The play features some of his most famous lines and witty wordplay. The themes of love, disguise, and the absurdity of human behavior are explored in a way that remains relevant and relatable even today. 
   
  "Twelfth Night" is a play that continues to captivate audiences with its enduring charm and humor. It's a celebration of the human spirit's capacity for love and the folly that often accompanies it. Whether you're a seasoned theatergoer or a newcomer to Shakespeare's works, this play promises an unforgettable journey into the realm of romance and laughter.

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  As I Lay Dying

  William Faulkner

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  From Nobel Prize–winning author William Faulkner, As I Lay Dying is a masterpiece of Southern Gothic literature and one of the best books of the twentieth century. This gorgeous hardcover edition includes decorated endpapers and a set of brand-new illustrations. 
  As she nears the end of her life, Addie Bundren wants nothing more than to be buried in her native Jefferson, Mississippi, far from the miserable backwater surroundings of her married life. A captivating and stylistically innovative work, the narrative revolves around the grim, yet darkly humorous, pilgrimage as the Bundren family sets out to fulfill her last wish. 
  Told from fifteen different points of view over fifty-nine chapters, As I Lay Dying vividly brings to life Faulkner’s imaginary South, and is replete with poignant, complex, violent, and fascinating characters.

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