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  The Adventure of the Three Students

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Adventure of the Three Students, one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is one of 13 stories in the cycle collected as The Return of Sherlock Holmes.Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson find themselves in a university town when a tutor and lecturer of St Luke's College, Mr. Hilton Soames, brings him an interesting problem. Soames had been reviewing the galley proofs of an exam he was going to give when he left his office for an hour. When he returned, he found that his servant, Bannister, had entered the room but accidentally left his key in the lock when he left, and someone had disturbed the exam papers on his desk and left traces that show it had been partially copied. Bannister is devastated and collapses on a chair, but swears that he did not touch the papers. Soames found other clues in his office: pencil shavings, a broken pencil lead, a fresh cut in his desk surface, and a small blob of black clay speckled with sawdust.Soames wants to uncover the cheater and prevent him from taking the exam, since it is for a sizeable scholarship. Three students who will take the exam live above him in the same building. The first, Gilchrist, is athletic, being a hurdler and a long-jumper, and industrious (in contrast to his father who squandered his fortune in horse racing); the second, Daulat Ras, is described as quiet and methodical; the third is Miles McLaren, a gifted man but thoroughly dissolute and given to gambling.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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  Narrative of the Life of...

  Frederick Douglass

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  Narrated by Academy Award-winning actor Forest Whitaker, this is the most famous American slave narrative ever published and is a rhetorical masterpiece. Douglass self-consciously uses classical rhetorical figures such as hyperbole, personification, metaphor, and irony to show how the pervasive evilness of slavery infects the soul of all that are impacted by it, including himself, his fellow enslaved people and their so-called masters and mistresses albeit at different registers. A classic in the African American canon, Douglass’ Narrative testifies again and again to how enslaved people sustained their humanity and created a sense of community even under the most violent conditions. 
   
  Cover illustrated by: Laylie Frazier 
  Laylie is a digital illustrator from Houston, Texas. She combines texture, color, and pattern to create warm and expressive portraits. She often pulls inspiration from nature, utilizing abstract plant, mountain, and sun motifs in her backgrounds. She is currently illustrating middle grade and YA covers for publishing as well as working in advertising.

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  Outcast of the Islands An

  Joseph Conrad

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  Peter Willems is the outcast of the islands, in this, Joseph Conrad’s second novel published in 1896, inspired by his experience as ship’s mate on the trading vessel Vidar.  
   
  Willems is confidential clerk to Hudig, a powerful merchant trading out of Macassar, in the Dutch East Indies, on the island of Sulawesi. But very soon Willems is on the run from a scandal and finds himself up-river at Almayer’s remote trading post. An all-consuming liaison ensues between Willems and Aissa, the local chief’s daughter. The denouement in the jungle amidst the deluge of a tropical storm is beautifully wrought and brimful of suspense. This is Conrad at his very best. 
   
  It is read for Raconteurs by Greg Wagland.

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  Sherlock Holmes: The...

  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Disappearance of Lady Frances Carfax is one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, and one of eight stories in the volume, His Last Bow. 
  Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (May 22, 1859 - July 7, 1930) was a British author most noted for his stories about the detective Sherlock Holmes, which are generally considered a major innovation in the field of crime fiction. 
  Public Domain (P)2017 Listen & Live Audio

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  Bagshot's Mural Decorations...

  H. G. Wells

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  Herbert George "H. G." Wells (1866 - 1946) was an English writer.
  He was prolific in many genres, including the novel, history, politics, social commentary, and textbooks and rules for war games. Wells is now best remembered for his science fiction novels and is called a "father of science fiction"
  BAGSHOT'S MURAL DECORATIONS: Bagshot was rather proud of his new quarters until my uncle called upon him. Up to then he felt assured he was doing right; had, indeed, not the faintest doubt in the matter until my uncle unsettled him.

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  Christmas Short Stories - Wooden...

  Various

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  Christmas Short Stories – Wooden Shoes and Elves 
  A Heartwarming Holiday Audiobook Collection 
   
  Step into a world of snow-dusted wonder and timeless charm with Christmas Short Stories – Wooden Shoes and Elves, a curated digital audiobook featuring six enchanting tales from beloved authors of the 19th and early 20th centuries. 
  This festive bundle brings together stories of magic, generosity, and childhood joy — perfect for cozy winter nights, family listening, or nostalgic holiday reflection. 
   Included Stories: 
  The Christmas Masquerade by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman – A whimsical tale of mistaken identity and unexpected kindness.Toinette and the Elves by Susan Coolidge – A magical forest encounter that teaches the value of humility and wonder.The Little Sister’s Vacation by Winifred M. Kirkland – A gentle story of giving and gratitude during the holiday season.Old Father Christmas by J.H. Ewing – A classic portrayal of the spirit of Christmas through a child’s eyes.How Christmas Came to the Santa Maria Flats by Elia Wilkinson Peattie – A touching urban tale of community and surprise.Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe by Harrison – A tender story of hope and simplicity in a snowy village. 
   Why You'll Love It: 
  Narrated with warmth and clarity for all agesIdeal for holiday gatherings, classroom listening, or personal reflectionA perfect gift for lovers of classic literature and seasonal storytelling 
  Celebrate the season with timeless tales that remind us what Christmas is truly about — wonder, kindness, and the joy of giving

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