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  The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

  Mark Twain

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  "To make a man or a boy covet a thing, it is only necessary to make the thing difficult to attain."
  
  a clever, imaginative, and hopelessly rebellious boy with a talent for avoiding work and a hunger for glory. Whether he's tricking his friends into painting a fence for him, hunting for buried treasure with the social outcast Huckleberry Finn, or trying to win the heart of the lovely Becky Thatcher, Tom's life is a whirlwind of "splendid" schemes. But the games of childhood turn deadly serious when Tom and Huck witness a midnight crime in a graveyard. Forced to grow up faster than he intended, Tom must navigate the dangers of the villainous Injun Joe and the terrifying depths of McDougal's Cave. Twain's masterpiece is a warm, witty, and sometimes dark exploration of the joys and terrors of growing up.
  
  The famous whitewashing scene is more than just a funny story; it is a brilliant observation of human psychology. Tom's ability to turn a chore into a privilege is the hallmark of his character—a youthful entrepreneur of fun who understands that value is often a matter of perspective.
  
  Twain expertly weaves the local myths of the 1840s into the narrative. From "curing" warts with dead cats to the belief in haunted houses, the novel captures a specific moment in American history where the boundary between the real world and the supernatural was thin and thrilling.
  
  While its sequel, Huckleberry Finn, is more cynical and political, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer is a love letter to the imagination. It reminds us of a time when a forest could be a pirate's cove and a rainy afternoon could be the setting for a grand tragedy. It remains essential for readers of all ages who want to reconnect with the spirit of adventure.
  
  Rediscover the magic of the river. Purchase "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" today.

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  Her Lover - From their pens to...

  Maxim Gorky

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  Alexei Maximovich Peshkov was born on 28th March 1868, in Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. 
  Better known as Maxim Gorky he was orphaned at 11 and ran away from home at 12.  At 19 he had already attempted suicide and thereafter travelled, by foot, across the Russian Empire for 5 years. 
  His first book ‘Essays & Stories’ in 1898 was a sensation and so began a long career as an author of short stories, novels and plays.  Gorky saw writing as a moral and political act that would help to change the unjust world around him.  He was an ardent early advocate of the emerging Marxist movement and publicly opposed the Tsarist regime leading several times to his arrest.  
  In 1904 he began his own theatre but the censor banned every play and Gorky was forced to abandon the project. 
  But Gorky was a financially successful author, editor, and playwright and gave monies to political parties as well as for civil rights and social reform.  The brutal shooting of workers, which set in motion the Revolution of 1905, pushed Gorky more decisively toward radical solutions.  
  In 1906 he went to the United States to raise funds for the Bolsheviks. Those experiences including a scandal over travelling with his lover and not his wife deepened his contempt for the ‘bourgeois soul.’ 
  Gorky now moved to Capri in Italy, both for health reasons and to escape the increasingly repressive times in Russia.  
  An amnesty for the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty saw him return to Russia in 1914. His politics remained close to the Bolshevik cause.  But soon, after the 1918 revolution, his essays referred to Lenin as a tyrant for his senseless arrests and repression.  He was soon appealing to the outside world for food aid after the catastrophic crop failure. 
  In October 1921 Gorky returned to Italy, now in Fascist hands, and settled in Sorrento until 1932.  His health worsened with the onset of tuberculosis. 
  He wrote several successful books there but now decided to find an understanding with the communist regime. Stalin invited him home and his return was hailed as a major propaganda victory.  He was decorated with the Order of Lenin, and a province, a park, and various streets re-named in his honour. 
  But he had his faults too.  In 1933, Gorky co-edited a book on the White Sea-Baltic Canal and denied even a single prisoner died during its construction, but thousands had. As well, knowing that some Nazis were homosexual, a phrase was attributed to him that said ‘exterminate all homosexuals and fascism will vanish’.  Although he was himself was quoting another he was decidedly homophobic. 
  With the increase of Stalinist repression in 1935 Gorky was placed under unannounced house arrest. 
  Maxim Gorky died on the 18th June 1936 from pneumonia.  He was 68. 
  Stalin and Molotov were among those who carried Gorky's urn of ashes at his funeral.

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  The Portrait of a Lady Volume 1

  Henry James

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  "The Portrait of a Lady" by Henry James tells the story of Isabel Archer, a spirited and independent American woman who inherits a considerable fortune. Set in Europe, the novel explores Isabel's journey of self-discovery as she navigates the complexities of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Captivated by her newfound freedom and possibilities, Isabel rejects several marriage proposals, including one from her passionate suitor, Caspar Goodwood, and instead marries Gilbert Osmond, an enigmatic and manipulative Englishman living in Italy. Despite the warning signs from her confidante, Madame Merle, Isabel remains blinded by Osmond's charm.

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  Object Lessons (Unabridged)

  Booker T. Washington

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  Booker Taliaferro Washington (April 5, 1856 - November 14, 1915) was an American educator, author, orator, and adviser to several presidents of the United States. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the dominant leader in the African American community and of the contemporary black elite. Washington was from the last generation of black American leaders born into slavery and became the leading voice of the former slaves and their descendants. They were newly oppressed in the South by disenfranchisement and the Jim Crow discriminatory laws enacted in the post-Reconstruction Southern states in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
  OBJECT LESSONS: Not long ago an old coloured man living in this State said to me: "I's done quit libin' in de ashes. I's got my second freedom." That remark meant, in this case, that that old man by economy, hard work and proper guidance, after twenty years of struggle, had freed himself from debt, had paid for fifty acres of land, had built a comfortable house, and was a tax-payer.

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  The Strange Case Of Dr Jekyll...

  Robert Louis Stevenson

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  The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson is a captivating and chilling tale of duality, morality, and the human psyche. This classic novella takes listeners into the dark and mysterious streets of Victorian London, where Dr. Henry Jekyll, a well-respected scientist, conducts secret experiments that unlock the hidden sides of his personality. His discoveries lead to the creation of Mr. Edward Hyde—a sinister and malevolent alter ego who embodies all the evil Dr. Jekyll struggles to repress. 
  As Hyde’s presence grows more powerful and uncontrollable, Jekyll finds himself at war with his own creation, grappling with the consequences of his actions. Stevenson masterfully explores the concept of good versus evil within one man, making this story a timeless exploration of human nature and morality. The tension builds as Dr. Jekyll’s desperate attempts to contain Hyde spiral out of control, leading to a gripping and unforgettable climax. 
  This audiobook brings Stevenson’s haunting narrative to life, offering listeners a spine-tingling experience that’s both thrilling and thought-provoking. Ideal for fans of gothic literature, mystery, and psychological drama, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde remains a powerful and influential work in the realm of classic fiction. 
  Start Listening to The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde today and journey into the depths of the human soul!

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  A Voyage to Lilliput

  Andrew Lang

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  A Voyage to Lilliput is a captivating retelling of Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels, as adapted by Andrew Lang. This whimsical and imaginative tale follows the journey of Lemuel Gulliver, a shipwrecked traveler who awakens in the strange and tiny kingdom of Lilliput. Standing as a giant among the miniature inhabitants, Gulliver quickly becomes a subject of both curiosity and political intrigue. As he navigates the customs, conflicts, and ambitions of the Lilliputian people, he finds himself caught in the middle of royal rivalries, military schemes, and a delicate struggle for power. 
  Narrated by Brett Carter, this audiobook brings the fantastical world of Lilliput to life with vivid storytelling and immersive narration. A timeless adventure filled with satire, humor, and discovery, A Voyage to Lilliput remains one of the most beloved works of classic literature. 
  Originally published in the late 19th century as part of Andrew Lang’s adaptations of literary classics, this version of Gulliver’s Travels makes Swift’s epic tale accessible to a new generation of readers and listeners.

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