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  A Somewhat Improbable Story -...

  G K Chesterton

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  G K Chesterton (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was a poet, novelist, playwright, literary commentator, editor, biographer, journalist, orator and theologian.  He was often dubbed as the “prince of paradox” for his light whimsical style that often addressed serious issues such as politics and religion.  The latter was as a member and defender of the Christian faith and the former was shaped by a distrust of concentrated wealth and power.  He advocated Distributionism and said that every man should be allowed to own "three acres and a cow."  These political views have spread round the world, crediting Chesterton as the father of the “small is beautiful” movement.  It is also said to have influenced Gandhi in seeking a genuine nationalism for India rather than imitating the British state.   
  Chesterton was remarkably prolific but perhaps his most famous creation is Father Brown.  Within this character Chesterton’s clever writing and profound ideas reveal truths, often with humour as the detective priest pursues the answers to his cases.

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  The Island of the Fay

  SAMPI Books, Edgar Allan Poe

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  In "The Island of the Fay", Edgar Allan Poe describes the narrator's contemplation on the inaudible music of nature, observing a fairy on a mystical island. The tale explores themes of isolation, natural beauty and the permeability between the seen and the hidden.

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  The Watsons

  Jane Austen

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  The Watsons is an abandoned novel by Jane Austen, probably begun about 1803. There have been a number of arguments advanced as to why she did not complete it, and other authors have since attempted the task. A continuation by Austen's niece was published in 1850. The manuscript fragment itself was published in 1871. Further completions and adaptations of the story have continued to the present day.  
  The timeframe of the completed fragment covers about a fortnight and serves to introduce the main characters. Mr. Watson is a widowed and ailing clergyman with two sons and four daughters. The youngest daughter, Emma, the heroine of the story, has been brought up by a wealthy aunt and is consequently better educated and more refined than her sisters. But after her aunt contracted a foolish second marriage, Emma has been obliged to return to her father's house. There she is chagrined by the crude and reckless husband-hunting of two of her sisters, Penelope and Margaret. One particular focus for them is Tom Musgrave, who had paid attention to all of the sisters in the past. This Emma learns from her more responsible and kindly eldest sister Elizabeth.

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  In the Penal Colony and Other...

  Franz Kafka

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  Dive into the surreal and absurdist world of Franz Kafka with this compendium containing some of his most captivating short stories. 
   
  Including the deeply harrowing 'In the Penal Colony' and his breakthrough tale, 'The Judgement', as well as some of his lesser-known works, this newly translated assortment provides a unique look at one of the twentieth century's most visionary writers. 
   
  From isolating mountain journeys and unexpected accidents to strained family relationships, the stories within capture the human experience and offer unparalleled commentary on everything from the ordinary to the bizarre. Deeply introspective and brimming with wisdom, Kafka's writing is as eye opening today as when it was first published.

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  Virgin Soil

  Ivan Turgenev

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  Turgenev's "Virgin Soil" delves into the themes of idealism, disillusionment, and the limitations of revolutionary fervor. The novel explores the inherent tensions between the educated intelligentsia and the rural peasantry, shedding light on the difficulties faced in bridging the gap between different social strata and ideologies. The characters' personal struggles mirror the larger struggles of a nation on the brink of transformation. Through vivid and empathetic characterizations, Turgenev provides a profound critique of the social injustices and political stagnation prevalent in 19th-century Russia. He captures the frustrations and aspirations of a generation seeking to break free from the shackles of tradition and build a more just and equitable society. The novel paints a nuanced picture of the revolutionary spirit and its ultimate consequences, highlighting the complexities of human nature and the often contradictory forces that drive individuals and nations.

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  My Life - The Classic Tale

  Helen Keller

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  When she was 19 months old, Helen Keller (1880–1968) suffered a severe illness that left her blind and deaf. Not long after, she also became mute. Keller mounted a tenacious struggle to overcome these handicaps with the help of her inspired teacher, Anne Sullivan. Here is one of the greatest stories of human courage ever committed to paper. In this classic autobiography, Miss Keller recounts the first 22 years of her life, including the magical moment at the water pump when she recognized the connection between the word "water" and the cold liquid on her hands. Subsequent experiences were equally noteworthy: her joy at eventually learning to speak, her friendships with Oliver Wendell Holmes and other notables, her education at Radcliffe, and extraordinary relationship with Miss Sullivan.

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