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  3 Christmas Stories - Sad - A...

  Hans Christian Andersen, Anton...

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  There is something about the number 3.    
   
  The Ancient Greeks believed 3 was the perfect number, and in China 3 has always been a lucky number, and they know a thing or two.   
   
  Most religions also have 3 this and 3 that and, of course, in these more modern times, three’s a crowd may be too many, except when it’s a ménage à trois.  It seems good things usually come in threes. 
   
  Whatever history and culture says WE think 3, a hat-trick of stories, is a great number to explore themes and literary avenues that classic authors were so adept at creating. 
   
  From their pens to your your ears.

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  Pride and Prejudice - Performed...

  Jane Austen

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  As one of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice has delighted listeners since its first publication in the early 19th Century. 
  Here, all 61 chapters are masterfully brought to life by seasoned actor and vocal artist Stephanie Poppins. Her bright and energetic performance expertly captures Austen’s signature wit and tone. And her attention to detail, her literary background, and her commitment to auditory excellence, makes this a captivating listen. 
  Pride and Prejudice is a historical romance, which delves into themes of love, social class, and individual agency. 
  It revolves around the life of Elizabeth Bennet, the second of five sisters from a modest but genteel family, who is doing her best to navigate the pitfalls of societal expectation, whilst supporting her siblings who have not set the best example by their irresponsible parents. 
  This is the first audiobook in the Neworld Classics Collection. 
  Published by Neworld Books Limited. 
  Soundtrack written and produced by Jean Miles Carter

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  Waverley

  Walter Scott

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  Waverley by Sir Walter Scott is a seminal historical novel set against the backdrop of the Jacobite uprising of 1745. The story follows Edward Waverley, a young English gentleman who, seeking adventure and purpose, joins the Hanoverian army and is stationed in Scotland. 
  As Edward navigates his military duties, he becomes embroiled in the political turmoil of the time, torn between his loyalty to the British Crown and his growing admiration for the Jacobite cause led by Charles Edward Stuart, known as "Bonnie Prince Charlie." His journey takes him to the estate of Baron Bradwardine, where he encounters the spirited Rose Bradwardine and becomes captivated by the romantic allure of Scottish culture. 
  Throughout his adventures, Edward grapples with themes of identity, honor, and loyalty as he witnesses the complexities of Scottish life and politics. His experiences lead him to question his upbringing and beliefs, ultimately forcing him to make difficult choices regarding his allegiances.

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  The Book of Days - 'Richly...

  Francesca Kay

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  'At least that post-Reformation sovereignty of the word still yields novels as richly imagined and skilfully crafted as this' The Spectator
  Longlisted for the 2025 Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction
  
  Longlisted in the 2024 HWA Crown Awards
  ANNO DOMINI 1546.
  In a manor house in England a young woman feels the walls are closing around her, while her dying husband is obsessed by his vision of a chapel where prayers will be said for his immortal soul. As the days go by and the chapel takes shape, the outside world starts to intrude. But as the old ways are replaced by the new, the people of the village sense a dangerous freedom …
  Reader Reviews
  'A must read … Characters that one cares about, beautifully structured, a real page turner'
  'A jewel of a book'
  'Beautifully written'
  'Atmospheric and compelling'

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  Or Even Eagle Flew

  Harry Turtledove

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  From Master of Alternate History Harry Turtledove 
   
   
   
  As Britain faces the full fury of the Nazi war machine, hope comes in the form of American volunteers called the Eagle Squadrons. As these units join their RAF cousins during the Battle of Britain, famous woman aviator Amelia Earhart (who survived her world-circling flight) emerges as a rallying point for those willing to stand against fascism.

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  David Copperfield

  Charles Dickens

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  "David Copperfield," written by Charles Dickens in the mid-19th century, is a novel that follows the life of David Copperfield as he matures through various experiences that shape his character from childhood to adulthood. The story begins with David's birth, detailing the circumstances surrounding it, including the death of his father before he was born and the presence of his strict aunt, Miss Betsey Trotwood. 
  In his early life, David enjoys maternal affection and childhood curiosity. Key figures emerge, such as his mother and Peggotty, along with the enigmatic Miss Betsey, who is eager to play a significant role in his life. These opening chapters not only set the stage for David's journey but also hint at the complexities of family relationships and the challenges he will encounter as he navigates the trials of growing up without a father.

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