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  The Iron Heel

  Jack London

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  "The Iron Heel will walk upon our faces... and yet we must dream of the Brotherhood of Man."
  
  Presented as the "Everhard Manuscript," a document discovered seven centuries in the future, The Iron Heel tells the story of the 20th-century collapse of democracy. The narrative follows Ernest Everhard, a charismatic labor leader, as he challenges the "Oligarchy"—a ruthless cabal of industrial titans who seize control of the United States. As the Oligarchy (the "Iron Heel") crushes dissent with private armies and secret police, Everhard and his wife Avis are driven into a violent underground resistance. This is a visceral, high-stakes exploration of class warfare, revolutionary fervor, and the terrifying resilience of absolute power.
  
  A Blueprint for Dystopia: London's vision is unique because it doesn't just show the fall; it explains the mechanics of how a superpower turns into a police state. From the manipulation of the press to the creation of "Labor Castes" designed to divide the working class, London's political insights remain startlingly relevant to the modern age.
  
  The "People of the Abyss": The novel's climax, featuring the "Chicago Commune," is one of the most intense sequences in political fiction. London portrays the raw, desperate fury of the downtrodden as they face the high-tech weaponry of the state. It is a sobering reminder of the human cost of systemic inequality and the enduring hope for a more just world.
  
  Read the book that inspired the masters of dystopia. Purchase "The Iron Heel" today.

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  The Stockbroker's Clerk

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Stockbroker's Clerk is one of the 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. It is the fourth of the twelve collected in The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes in most British editions of the canon, and third of eleven in most American ones (owing to the omission of the "scandalous" "Adventure of the Cardboard Box"). The story was first published in Strand Magazine in March 1893 and featured seven illustrations by Sidney Paget. 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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  Tarzan the Untamed

  Edgar Rice Burroughs

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  The legendary jungle hero faces his most formidable challenge yet. After the death of his beloved wife, Jane, Tarzan retreats from society and embraces a life of solitude in the untamed wilderness of Africa. However, a series of mysterious disappearances and the return of an old enemy threaten the peace of the jungle. Determined to protect his sanctuary and uncover the truth behind the disappearances, Tarzan must confront his own demons and face his fears. With the help of his loyal friends and allies, including the wise old ape, Opi, and the cunning warrior, Hei, Tarzan embarks on a perilous journey to save those he loves and restore balance to the untamed wilderness.

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  South by Java Head: An epic and...

  Alistair MacLean

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  The 50th anniversary edition of this classic World War 2 adventure set in south-east Asia. 
  February, 1942: Singapore lies burning and shattered, defenceless before the conquering hordes of the Japanese Army. 
  The last boat escapes out of the harbour into the South China Sea, and on board are a desperate group of strangers, each with a secret to guard, each willing to kill to keep that secret safe. 
  Dawn sees them far out to sea but with the first murderous dive bombers already aimed at their ship. Thus begins a nightmare succession of disasters wrought by the hell-bent Japanese, the unrelenting tropical sun and, ultimately, by the survivors themselves, as they head south by Java Head. 
  Alistair MacLean, the author of this best-seller, masterfully weaves a story of suspense and action. The adventure unfolds as the desperate group battles not only the hell-bent Japanese and the unrelenting tropical sun, but also their own secrets. 
  For fans of Frederick Forsyth (The Veteran), Nevil Shute (A Town Like Alice), Ken Follett (The Armour of Light), Edward Marston (The Railway Detective's Christmas Case), and Eric Ambler (The Mask of Dimitrios). 
  HarperCollins 2024

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  Astrophil and Stella

  Sir Philip Sidney

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  ""Astrophil and Stella" is an enchanting English sonnet sequence composed by Sir Philip Sidney in the 1580s. This collection consists of 108 sonnets and 11 songs, each woven with poetic artistry and emotional depth.    The title itself holds a celestial allure:    Astrophil derives from the Greek words "aster" (meaning star) and "phil" (meaning lover).  Stella is the Latin word for star.  In this poetic journey, Astrophil represents the star lover, while Stella embodies the star itself. Their relationship unfolds through the sonnets and songs, capturing the complexities of love, desire, and longing."

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  Nyarlathotep (Unabridged)

  H. P. Lovecraft

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  Nyarlathotep was written in the year 1920 by Howard Phillips Lovecraft. This book is one of the most popular novels of Howard Phillips Lovecraft, and has been translated into several other languages around the world.

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