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  The Lost Books ~ Romance and...

  Mo Conlan

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  In a scheme to pay for his endless wars and lavish court, Henry Tudor seizes England's rich monasteries and convents. Thousands of illuminated manuscripts are stolen and destroyed. 
  Squire Henry Truelove of Cornwall, hero of this novel, has simpler ambitions: to win the hand of his reluctant ladylove, Morwenna. But life takes a bad turn for the squire when his family's estate faces ruinous taxation. Truelove and his friends form a band of "holy pirates" to bring down the corrupt taxman, and to rescue the precious lost books. 
  This tale of tumultuous Tudor times will especially please readers who enjoy little known histories and interesting language. The narrative is often lighthearted, with amusing repartee. The mission of the Holy Pirates, though, is vital and dangerous — to save the precious books and their own skins.

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  Tales of Three Hemispheres - A...

  Lord Dunsany

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  In the dark days that followed the first world war, it seemed to many that all dreams had died, that wonder and fantasy could not survive in a world that knew trenches and poppies blooming where the blood fell.Come now as we travel through strange adventures and wonderful magics. Learn of the whimsies of gods, and the terrible fates that await those that cross them. See how the office of postman fell vacant in Otford-under-the-wold, and how a sack of emeralds brought only disaster to it's holder. Explore the strange mysteries of the old brown coat, the deep inland of China with a confused shepherd, the lands where the dwarves fought the demigods, and a city of wonder perhaps less unreal than it first appears.Includes Idle Days On The Yann from A Dreamer's Tales as the first part of three stories, collectively titled 'Beyond The Fields We Know'. Come along with the poet as he searches to once again pass beyond the realities mundane and into the Lands of Dream, along the fabled river Yann, to find the fate of the Avenger of Perdondaris.Edward Plunkett, the Baron Dunsany, was just gaining his stride as the world's first modern fantasy author, and wrote this book of tales to help show that dreams still came, dark and fantastical as they may be.

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  The Hollow Vale - Short Stories:...

  Alexander Paul Burton

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  In a land veiled by mists and steeped in history, The Hollow Vale weaves a haunting tale of fate, sacrifice, and the indelible pull of memory. Velden Nan-once Eadgifu-heeds the call of the Wyrd, leaving behind her daughter, Ethelwyn, and the familiar rhythms of life in Elderglen. Under the shadow of the Thorn Tree, where ancient roots coil around secrets long buried, the Spiral turns, binding past, present, and future in unyielding threads. 
   Set against a backdrop inspired by the marshes, hills, and ruins of Somerset, this richly imagined story explores the tension between faith and folklore, memory and loss. From the perilous waters of the Wyther Isles, where the sea tolls its mournful bell, to the sacred Isle of Batt, where Pagan shrines and Christian sanctuaries whisper uneasily of the past, the narrative dances between the tangible and the ethereal. 
   As Ethelwyn uncovers her family's legacy, she is drawn ever deeper into the Wyrd's embrace-a force that echoes through glades where silence breathes, through ruins where shadows linger, and through lives intertwined by the spiral's eternal turning. History becomes a mirror and a shadow, refracted through longing and the toll of unspoken truths. 
  Evocative and timeless, The Hollow Vale is a journey into the spaces between myth and reality, where the weight of ancestral memory and the call of the unknown ask the ultimate question: How far would you follow the threads of fate?

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  A Farewell to Arms

  Ernest Hemingway

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  Experience the timeless power of A Farewell to Arms, Ernest Hemingway's masterful tale of love and war. Set against the backdrop of World War I, this audiobook immerses you in a deeply personal story of passion, courage, and heartbreak, brought to life through Hemingway’s iconic prose. 
  The novel follows Lieutenant Frederic Henry, an American ambulance driver in the Italian army, and his tumultuous love affair with Catherine Barkley, a British nurse. Amid the chaos and devastation of war, their relationship becomes a poignant refuge, offering moments of tenderness and hope in a world torn apart by conflict. 
  With its raw emotion, vivid imagery, and profound insights into the human spirit, A Farewell to Arms captures the complexities of love and the harsh realities of war like no other. The expert narration enhances Hemingway’s spare, evocative style, drawing you into every moment of this unforgettable journey. 
  Perfect for lovers of classic literature and poignant storytelling, this audiobook is ideal for commutes, reflective evenings, or any time you want to lose yourself in a deeply moving narrative. 
  Start listening to A Farewell to Arms today and experience one of Hemingway’s greatest works in a whole new way!

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  Stories About Artistic Pursuit -...

  Thomas Hardy, Franz Kafka, Willa...

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  Many people dream, often from childhood, of a future in the arts, as a famous musician or author, or nowadays merely famous for being famous.  But roll back the decades and the pursuit of a successful career in the arts was both lauded by their audience and many times frowned upon by friends and family, who thought they might have better ways to enhance the family’s reputation.

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  Hang the Moon: Book summary &...

  Margot Langley

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  This content is an independent and unofficial summary created for informational and educational purposes only. It is not affiliated with, authorized, approved, licensed, or endorsed by the original author or publisher. All rights to the original work belong to its respective copyright holders. This summary is not intended to substitute the original book, but to offer a concise overview and interpretation of its main ideas. 
  In a windswept frontier town on the edge of possibility, a determined schoolteacher turns every setback—wildfires, floods, heartbreak—into a launching pad for collective growth. Through inventive lessons, community projects, and heartfelt leadership, she inspires neighbors to “hang the moon” together, proving that resilience and purpose can light the darkest nights. Hang the Moon is a stirring tale of shared ambition that will empower listeners to transform challenges into enduring legacies.

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