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  Lyrics & Lines by "Carolus"

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  Written under the pseudonym "Carolus", Lyrics & Lines is a book of poems written, probably circa 1890 - 1900, as a gift to one he had loved and lost.Love, Humour,  Moralisation and the Macabre all come together in a most readable and enjoyable manner. Who he was, when and exactly where he lived and his age at the time he wrote this book  are unknown. That he was a modest man can be gleaned from his description of himself as "...a poetaster". Beautifully written; these poems should not only appeal to lovers of poetry but to those who would never normally consider reading verse.

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  Born in England – Exploring...

  Christopher Marlowe, Sir Philip...

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  Christopher Marlowe was born in Canterbury to shoemaker John Marlowe and his wife Catherine. His exact date of birth is not known, but he was baptised on 26 February 1564.  
  And with this, Christopher Marlowe, one of the supreme English literary talents, made his entrance into the world.   
  Little is really known of his life except that from an early age, even at University, he was perhaps working as a spy.  His short life was filled with writing great works of exceptional quality. From the Jew of Malta to Doctor Faustus and Tamburlaine the Great Parts I & II his pen was the tool by which this great mind bequeathed great works to the world. 
  Add to this so many other stories of what Marlowe was or might have been: a spy, a brawler, a heretic, a "magician", "duellist", "tobacco-user", "counterfeiter", “atheist”, and "rakehell". 
  But certainly add to this; playwright and poet. An original. 
  Christopher Marlowe was buried in an unmarked grave in the churchyard of St. Nicholas, Deptford on June 1st, 1593. 
  Had his life not been so curtailed it seems that the Elizabethan Age may well have had two giants of equal standing: Shakespeare and Marlowe.

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  Fossils of a fleeting life:...

  Aninda Halder

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  Fossils of a Fleeting Life is a deeply personal poetry collection exploring love, loss, and self-reflection. Divided into three sections ”Love, Loss, and Quiet Reflections” it captures fleeting emotions through evocative verses and immersive narration. 
  For listeners who appreciate the depth of Rumi, the honesty of Bukowski, and the timelessness of Frost, this audiobook offers a meditative journey through heartbreak, hope, and the impermanence of life.

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  a small and quiet light

  Stephanie Street

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  'The current lifespan of an operator is six weeks. That's the most we can hope for your time out there.'
  October 1943. In a small office on the Avenue Foch in Paris, a Gestapo interrogator is questioning a young woman.
  As one of the secret agents of Britain's Special Operations Executive – and the first female radio operator to be sent undercover into France – she has evaded capture for far longer than most. But now she has been betrayed.
  As she faces her dreadful fate, memories come crowding in – a beloved father, a thwarted lover, a gruelling journey to war, and a persistent longing for her childhood piano. What has led her here?
  a small and quiet light is a gripping, intelligent play exploring the life of Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan: an extraordinarily courageous woman who paid the ultimate price for her heroic fight against fascism. Stephanie Street's play was first performed at Chichester Festival Theatre in a co-production with the Orange Tree Theatre, London, in 2026, starring Priyanga Burford and directed by Elin Schofield, before transferring to the Orange Tree.

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  Past Tense Future Imperfect

  Jon Miller

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  In these rich and witty poems, we encounter a gallery of characters, voices and situations in various stages of emotional undress and bewilderment, fretting at just the wrong distance from reality in railway stations, ferries, restaurants, war zones and watery dystopias. They are filmic pieces that announce the arrival of an unusually gifted poet, in a short collection much bigger than its size – entertaining, disturbing and despite the odds curiously life-affirming.
  Here, the poet makes the seemingly mundane scenes and interactions extraordinary, with stunning language and unforgettable images. Whether the poet talks about 'My cousin with the sensitive ears / winces as he unbuckles his memory / listens to wallpaper peeling' or a Nativity play where 'Straw lies about as if someone has detonated a scarecrow', the poet showcases remarkable skills in exploring deep, human relationships. – Romalyn Ante, co-judge of the International Book & Pamphlet Competition

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  The Canterbury Tales

  Geoffrey Chaucer

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  What if a simple pilgrimage became the setting for one of the greatest storytelling gatherings in literary history? 🏰
  
  In The Canterbury Tales, Geoffrey Chaucer brings together a vibrant cast of pilgrims—knights, scholars, merchants, cooks, nobles, and rogues—each offering a tale that reveals their hopes, flaws, humor, and humanity. Blending drama, romance, comedy, morality, and satire, this masterpiece paints a vivid portrait of medieval life and the timeless complexities of human nature.
  
  This beautifully formatted edition invites readers to experience:
  
  A lively collection of tales told by unforgettable characters
  
  Themes of love, adventure, justice, betrayal, and redemption
  
  A brilliant blend of humor, wit, and sharp social commentary
  
  Chaucer's poetic genius, brought to life in accessible language
  
  A rich depiction of medieval society's diversity, depth, and charm
  
  From the noble Knight's tale of honor and romance to the bawdy humor of the Miller and the sharp cleverness of the Wife of Bath, Chaucer's storytelling remains as fresh, engaging, and insightful today as it was in the 14th century.
  
  Whether you're exploring this classic for study or pleasure, this edition offers a clear, immersive reading experience that captures the spirit and brilliance of Chaucer's work.
  
  Join one of literature's most legendary journeys—add this timeless masterpiece to your library today and discover the tales that shaped centuries of storytelling.

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