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  The Tell-Tale Heart & The Black Cat

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  The Tell-Tale Heart is a clever classical gothic horror story birthed in 1843, by the quintessential short story extraordinaire, Edgar Allan Poe. In this thrilling rollercoaster tale, we are granted access to the workings of the narrator’s heart - namely the confessions of the heart as well as the lack of having one.The unnamed dubious narrator and the obsessive loquacious speech ignite an array of topical themes including empathy, delusions of grandeur as well as its next of kin - mental health.Edgar Allan Poe’s legacy is rightfully etched in the Western canon and his prowess is often imitated but never duplicated. That simply is not possible given his unique adroitness in the short story genre. It is nonetheless lamentable that he only received his proverbial flowers for his spellbinding storytelling, posthumously. Without question, The Tell-Tale Heart accounts for a sizeable and significant part of his belated bouquet.1843 also gave birth to The Black Cat. This is arguably Poe’s darkest literary piece which bleeds the themes of brazen blame gaming, alcoholism, domestic violence and the inescapability of one reaping what one has sown. Sheer suspense on steroids!The Paperback version also includes an excellent bonus section entitled - 'His Penmanship Bled Alcohol'.

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  Traits and Stories of the...

  Elizabeth Gaskell

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  Elizabeth Gaskell (1810-1865) was a well known British novelist at one of the peak eras for female writers in England. A novelist and short story writer at the height of the Victorian Era, Gaskells novels weave a comprehensive, detailed image of the lives of all kinds of different classes in society during that age, ranging from the very poor to the cream of the aristocratic crop. Of course, given the era in which she wrote, Mrs. Gaskells writing included a wonderful style of prose that still continues to please literary critics, even while discussing the general themes of the day like religion and poverty. While novels like North and South dazzled readers, her short stories, particularly Gothic ghost stories, caught the eye of no less a writer than Charles Dickens, who helped get her stories published during the middle of the 19th century.

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  Ethan Frome

  Edith Wharton

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  Ethan Frome, a poor, downtrodden New England farmer, is trapped in a loveless marriage to his invalid wife, Zeena. His ambition and intelligence are oppressed by Zeena's cold, conniving character. When Zeena's young cousin Mattie arrives to help care for her, Ethan is immediately taken by Mattie's warm, vivacious personality. They fall desperately in love as he realizes how much is missing from his life and marriage. Tragically, their love is doomed by Zeena's ever-lurking presence and by the social conventions of the day. Ethan remains torn between his sense of obligation and his urge to satisfy his heart's desire up to the suspenseful and unanticipated conclusion.  Perhaps reflective of Wharton's own loveless marriage, this sophisticated, star-crossed love story vividly depicts her abhorrence of society's relentless standards of loyalty. Ethan Frome is one of Wharton's most popular and best-known works.

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  The Time Machine

  H. G. Wells

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  Embark on a literary journey through time with The Time Machine audiobook by H. G. Wells. This captivating adaptation of Wells' iconic novel is not only an auditory delight but also a truly immersive experience that will transport you to the distant realms of the past and future. 
  Narrated by a seasoned storyteller with a voice as rich as the prose itself, The Time Machine audiobook breathes life into Wells' visionary tale. As you close your eyes and listen, vivid images will unfold before you, painting a picture of a world where time is not just a linear progression but a tangible dimension waiting to be explored. 
  The Time Machine audiobook beautifully captures the essence of Wells' genius, combining his meticulous attention to detail with evocative descriptions that ignite the imagination. Feel the thrill as you accompany the time traveler on his perilous journey through the ages, witnessing humanity's triumphs and tragedies unfold. 
  With its seamless integration of suspense, adventure, and thought-provoking themes, The Time Machine audiobook is an absolute must-have for fans of science fiction and literature alike. Lose yourself in its pages and let your mind wander through the corridors of history, contemplating the fragility of existence and the boundless possibilities that lie within the fabric of time itself. 
  Whether you're an avid fan of H. G. Wells or simply seeking an enthralling tale to captivate your senses, The Time Machine audiobook is sure to leave an indelible mark on your literary repertoire. So sit back, relax, and let this extraordinary audio adaptation transport you to worlds unknown.

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  The Story of the Spaniards

  E. & H. Heron

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  Hesketh Vernon Hesketh-Prichard (1876-1922) was a writer, explorer, adventurer, cricketer and marksman who made a significant contribution to sniping techniques in the British Army during the First World War.Hesketh-Prichard and his mother wrote together under the pseudonyms H. Heron and E. Heron. Together they created a series of stories around the character Flaxman Low, the first psychic detective of fiction.In 'The Story of the Spanairds', Flaxman Low solves the case of a very puzzling and sinister ghost.

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  Twelfth Night

  William Shakespeare

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  Shakespeare's comedy is performed by a cast including Derek Godfrey, Patrick Garland, Prunella Scales and Peter Pears.

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