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  The Uncertain Future of the...

  Victor Canning

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  A life-affirming story of family and personal self-discovery 
  When George, the eldest son of Matthew Silverman, announces he won’t follow his father’s footsteps as editor of the family-owned local newspaper, the family finds itself on a course for change. The newspaper has been going for nearly 100 years. 
  With younger brother Alexander and sisters Loraine and Alison growing up fast too, and gradual progress in the world around them, can Matthew do what’s best for them all? 
  This beautifully observed story of a loving family navigating generational change retains a timeless appeal today.Praise for Victor Canning: 
  ‘His gift of story-telling is obviously innate. Rarely does one come on so satisfying an amalgam of plot, characterisation and good writing.’ Punch 
  ‘Quite delightful … with an atmosphere of quiet contentment and humour that cannot fail to charm.’ Daily Telegraph 
  ‘A swift-moving novel, joyous, happy and incurably optimistic.’ Evening Standard 
  ‘There is such a gentle humour in the book.’ Daily Sketch 
  ‘What counts for most in the story … is his mounting pleasure in vagabondage and the English scene.’ The Times 
  ‘A paean to the beauties of the English countryside and the lovable oddities of the English character.’ New York Times

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  The Brethren

  H. Rider Haggard

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  "The adventure begins when Rosamund is taken from England and carried to the East. The plot thickens as the two young knights follow her in hopes of rescuing her from the Muslim leader, Saladin. As the Cross and the Crescent face each other at the Battle of Hattin, the story of Rosamund is unfolded and the riddle is solved.    With dangerous lions, a moon light duel on a bridge, and beautiful Arabian horses, this book will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. "The Brethren" invites readers to witness the clash of swords, the fervor of the Crusades, and the passions that drive men to acts of valor and sacrifice. Whether you're drawn to historical fiction or tales of knights and damsels, these novel promises adventure and intrigue."

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  Jane Eyre - Stories For Everyone

  Charlotte Brontë

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  “I would always rather be happy than dignified.” 
   
  “There is no happiness like that of being loved by your fellow-creatures, and feeling that your presence is an addition to their comfort.” 
   
  From Jane Eyre 
   
  Jane Eyre is a novel by English writer Charlotte Brontë, published under the pen name "Currer Bell", on October 16, 1847, by Smith, Elder & Co. of London. The first American edition was published the following year by Harper & Brothers of New York. Jane Eyre is a Bildungsroman that follows the experiences of its eponymous heroine, including her growth to adulthood and her love for Mr. Rochester, the brooding master of Thornfield Hall. The novel revolutionized prose fiction by being the first to focus on its protagonist's moral and spiritual development through an intimate first-person narrative, where actions and events are colored by a psychological intensity. Charlotte Brontë has been called the "first historian of the private consciousness". The work contains elements of social criticism with a strong sense of Christian morality at its core, and it is considered by many to be ahead of its time because of Jane's individualistic character and how the novel approaches the topics of class, sexuality, religion, and feminism. Jane Eyre is one of the most famous romance novels of all time.

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  Germinal - Audiobook

  Émile Zola, Classic Audiobooks,...

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  Germinal is Émile Zola's most powerful social novel, a harrowing depiction of coal miners' lives in 19th-century northern France. Centered on Étienne Lantier, a wandering laborer who becomes involved in an underground workers' movement, the novel unfolds with raw realism and emotional intensity.Zola's unflinching portrayal of exploitation, poverty, and resistance has made Germinal a symbol of working-class struggle. Vivid, brutal, and deeply human, the novel is a landmark of naturalist literature and a call for dignity in the face of dehumanizing systems.

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  Herman Melville - Short Stories

  Herman Melville

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  Step into the world of Herman Melville's masterful storytelling with our short story collection. 
   
  Experience the gripping narrative of 'Bartleby the Scrivener, A Story of Wall Street,' a thought-provoking tale delving into themes of individuality and society. Feel the adrenaline rush with 'The Chase,' where suspense and adventure collide in Melville's vivid storytelling. Then, embark on a maritime journey unlike any other in 'Rounding Cape Horn,' immersing yourself in the raw power of the sea and the trials faced by sailors. This collection offers a captivating blend of Melville's literary genius, transporting readers through varied landscapes and emotions in tales that continue to resonate with audiences today.

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  Alice in Wonderland

  Lewis Carroll

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  "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland," written by Lewis Carroll in the mid-19th century, is a classic children's novel. The story follows a young girl named Alice, who, feeling bored and sleepy while sitting by a riverbank, encounters a White Rabbit. Intrigued, she follows the Rabbit down a rabbit hole and plunges into a fantastical world filled with curious creatures and whimsical adventures. 
  At the beginning of the book, Alice daydreams about her surroundings before spotting the flustered and animated White Rabbit. Her curiosity leads her to pursue the Rabbit, resulting in her tumbling down a deep rabbit hole. This brings her to a curious hall filled with locked doors. As she navigates this new world, Alice experiences a series of bizarre changes in size after eating and drinking mysterious substances.  
  Initially frustrated by the challenges posed by her fluctuating size and the peculiar inhabitants she encounters, Alice begins to explore her surroundings. The narrative sets the tone for her whimsical and often nonsensical adventures, which characterize the entire tale.

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