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sylvie and Bruno, first published in 1889, and its second volume Sylvie and Bruno Concluded published in 1893, form the last novel by Lewis Carroll published during his lifetime.Charles Lutwidge Dodgson, better known by his pen name Lewis Carroll, was an English writer, mathematician, logician, Anglican deacon, and photographer.
D.H. Lawrence's uncanny and erotic story of a family haunted by devastating bad luck which can only be dispelled by the visitation of a mysterious ghost, who spreads happiness wherever she goes.When the narrator goes to visit his old and much beloved friend Carlotta and her husband Luke, who are weighed down by the catastrophic deaths of their three children, he finds that they are burdened also by the vexed and sexually frustrated spirit of the dead wife of another of their house guests.Over the course of the story, they find a way to calm the malicious dead wife and awaken the good ghost, whose nighttime visit to the narrator is both erotically charged and healing in its own way.Show book
A young peasant finds himself confronting a doctor at a hospital with the hopes of convincing him to release his brother. The doctor is not pleased and refuses to release him saying the peasant needs to go to the authorities. He is disappointed by his statement and unsure of where to go. On his way out he comes to meet an old man just outside the hospital gate. He reveals his problem to him and the old man directs him exactly where he needs to head. The peasant is conflicted because it is a long journey, but after a few moments he decides to head out with the hope of saving his brother. .Show book
New Zealand-born Katherine Mansfield (1888-1923) was a prominent modernist writer of short fiction and a close associate of D. H. Lawrence and Virginia Woolf.'The Woman at the Store' is a sinister tale about a woman living at a remote farm and general store in New Zealand with her small daughter and sheepdog...and a dark secret...A Red Door Consulting production.Show book
Book 3: The Track of a Storm: A Tale of Two Cities is an 1859 historical novel by Charles Dickens, set in London and Paris before and during the French Revolution. The novel tells the story of the French Doctor Manette, his 18-year-long imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris and his release to live in London with his daughter Lucie, whom he had never met. The story is set against the conditions that led up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror.Dickens' best-known work of historical fiction, A Tale of Two Cities is regularly cited as the best-selling novel of all time. In 2003, the novel was ranked 63rd on the BBC's The Big Read poll. The novel has been adapted for film, television, radio, and the stage, and has continued to have an influence on popular culture.Show book
Head Stories Audio presents a selection of 16 short stories by the creator of Sherlock Holmes. Despite being over a century old, Conan Doyle's short stories continue to captivate readers and inspire other works of fiction. Many modern writers including Neil Gaiman, Michael Chabon, and Anthony Horowitz have paid homage to Conan Doyle and his world. These fascinating stories are sure to entertain, thrill, and intrigue you. Although none of the stories feature the famous detective, a number of them could easily be from his case history. They feature as many a fascinating scenario and colourful character as were ever presented at Baker Street. Narrated by Simon Hester. With original music. (Please see supplementary pdf for descriptions of each story)Show book
Introducing "The Happy Prince and Other Tales" - A Dramatic Audiobook Experience! Embark on an enchanting journey through the timeless tales of Oscar Wilde with our captivating audiobook - a collection that promises to warm your heart, stir your emotions, and leave you utterly mesmerized! Experience "The Happy Prince," as you follow the touching tale of a compassionate prince and his loyal companion, the swallow, on a quest to alleviate the suffering of the less fortunate. Together, they prove that true kindness knows no boundaries. Immerse yourself in "The Nightingale and the Rose," where a nightingale's pure devotion and self-sacrifice for love illuminate the depth of human desires and the ultimate price of beauty. Enter the captivating world of "The Selfish Giant," where a once cold-hearted giant learns the value of love and friendship from the most unexpected sources – children! Discover "The Devoted Friend," a heartwarming fable that unveils the true nature of friendship and the importance of mutual understanding. Finally, experience the whimsical tale of "The Remarkable Rocket," where a vain and opinionated firework finds himself in a series of uproarious misadventures, learning valuable life lessons along the way. 01 The Happy Prince 02 The Nightingale and the Rose 03 The Selfish Giant 04 The Devoted Friend 05 The Remarkable RocketShow book
