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  War and Peace - Book 10: 1812...

  Leo Tolstoy

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  War and Peace is a literary work mixed with chapters on history and philosophy by the Russian author Leo Tolstoy. It was first published serially, then published in its entirety in 1869. It is regarded as one of Tolstoy's finest literary achievements and remains an internationally praised classic of world literature.
  Book 10: 1812: Napoleon began the war with Russia because he could not resist going to Dresden, could not help having his head turned by the homage he received, could not help donning a Polish uniform and yielding to the stimulating influence of a June morning, and could not refrain from bursts of anger in the presence of Kurákin and then of Balashëv.

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  Enlargement - From their pens to...

  John Davys Beresford

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  John Davys Beresford was born on 17th March 1873.  His life was blighted by infantile paralysis which left him partially disabled. 
  After an education at Oundle school he trained to be an architect.  However, he quickly decided that his life was to be centred on a literary career.  His first offerings were in drama and as a journalist. 
  As well as being a book reviewer for the Manchester Guardian he contributed to New Statesman, The Spectator, Westminster Gazette, and the Theosophist magazine The Aryan Path.   
  His spiritual journey in early adulthood had claimed him as an agnostic, in defiance of his clergyman father.  This view he later abandoned in preference to describing himself as a Theosophist and a pacifist. 
  As well as many novels, many themed with spiritual and philosophical elements.  Beresford was also a gifted short story writer particularly across the science-fiction, horror and ghost genres. 
  All of these elements helped him to obtain a prominent place in Edwardian Literary London. 
  John Davys Beresford died on the 2nd February 1947. He was 73.

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  The Breaking Point

  Mary Roberts Rinehart

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  ""The Breaking Point" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a captivating mystery novel that weaves together suspense, romance, and intrigue. Let's delve into the intriguing plot:    Summary  Setting: The story unfolds in a New York suburban town shortly after the end of World War I.  Protagonist: Meet Dr. Dick Livingston, a quiet man with a mysterious past. He can only remember the last ten years of his life.  Love and Mystery: As Dick practices medicine, he falls in love with Elizabeth Wheeler, a young lady who sings in a church choir.  Unexpected Revelation: One evening, while attending a play, Dick is recognized by the main actress' manager. He is identified as Jud Clark, wanted for questioning in a potential homicide that occurred ten years earlier in Wyoming.  Themes: The novel explores identity, memory, and the consequences of a hidden past.  Mary Roberts Rinehart, often called "America's Agatha Christie," crafted this tale with her signature blend of suspense and character-driven storytelling. As you follow Dick's journey, you'll unravel secrets and confront the breaking point where past and present collide."

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  Bizeban - From their pens to...

  Moritz Jokai

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  Móric Jókay de Ásva was born on the 18th February 1825 in Komárom, then in the Kingdom of Hungary but now part of Slovakia.  
  Due to his timid and delicate constitution he was educated at home until the age of 10 and then sent away to complete his studies at the Calvinist college at Pápa. 
  At 12 his father died, and he was pushed to honour him by replicating his career as a lawyer.  He studied hard and completed the curriculum at Kecskemét and Pest.  He won his first case as a newly graduated lawyer. 
  But he found a career in law to be dull and, encouraged by the positive reaction to his first play, he moved to Pest in 1845.  There he published, first in a newspaper, and then as a novel ‘Hétköznapok’ (‘Working Days’).  It was acclaimed as a masterpiece.  To add to his promise he was appointed as the editor of Életképek, the leading Hungarian journal. 
  In 1848 he married the actress, Róza Laborfalvi.  That same year Europe was awash with revolutions and Jókai, a moderate Liberal, enthusiastically supported the nationalist cause and its decision to depose the Habsburg dynasty.  The attempt failed. 
  He was now classed as a political suspect and threw himself into his literary career, writing dozens of novels, many of them masterpieces, stories, essays and the like.  In total he wrote several hundred volumes, many of them in the local Magyar language which helped arrest its declining relevance in society.  
  By 1867 the political temperature had cooled, and he entered parliament as well as becoming the editor a government journal he had founded.   His skills were much admired and helped the government navigate through several difficult matters.   
  His wife died in 1886 but although grief-stricken he continued to work and to write.  
  In 1897 the king appointed him a member of the upper house.  Two years later he caused a minor scandal by marrying the young 20-year-old actress, Bella Nagy.  At the time he was 74.

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  The Machine Stops

  E. M. Forster

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  Are you a fan of classic literature and looking for a fresh and modern way to experience it? Look no further than the digital audio version of E. M. Forster's "The Machine Stops" and "The Story of the Siren"! 
   
  These short stories are timeless classics that explore the themes of technology, human connection, and the power of storytelling. With our digital audio version, you'll be transported to a world where machines rule and humans struggle to find their place in it. You'll experience the thrill of discovery as the characters navigate a world beyond their comprehension. 
   
  And with the inclusion of "The Story of the Siren", you'll also get to indulge in the beauty of Forster's prose as he unravels the tale of a man's encounter with a mythical creature. This haunting and lyrical story will capture your imagination and leave you breathless. 
   
  Our digital audio version of these stories is perfect for anyone who's always on the go. Listen while you're commuting to work, working out at the gym, or even just while you're doing chores around the house. With our expertly crafted narration and production quality, you'll feel like you're right there in the story, experiencing every moment as if it were real. 
   
  So why wait? Download our digital audio version of "The Machine Stops" and "The Story of the Siren" today and experience the magic of E. M. Forster's writing like never before!

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  Tom Sawyer Abroad (Unabridged)

  Mark Twain

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  In the story, Tom, Huck, and Jim travel to Africa in a futuristic hot air balloon, where they survive encounters with lions, robbers, and fleas to see some of the world's greatest wonders, including the Pyramids and the Sphinx. Like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer, Detective, the story is told using the first-person narrative voice of Huck Finn. It is a sequel, set in the time following the title story of the Tom Sawyer series.

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