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  The Assignation

  SAMPI Books, Edgar Allan Poe

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  In "The Assignation", Edgar Allan Poe tells the tragic story of an illicit love affair in Venice between a young man and the Marchesa Aphrodite. A heroic rescue leads to revelations of passion and despair, culminating in death and suicide under a veil of mystery and decadent beauty.

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  Fall of the House of Usher The...

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe is a quintessential gothic masterpiece that plunges listeners into a world of madness, decay, and supernatural dread. The story begins with an unnamed narrator arriving at the eerie, crumbling mansion of his childhood friend, Roderick Usher. The atmosphere is heavy, oppressive, and filled with a sense of impending doom as the narrator observes the house’s deteriorating state and the strange behavior of its inhabitants. 
  Roderick Usher, afflicted by a mysterious illness that heightens his senses and mind, confides in the narrator about his fears regarding the house and his twin sister, Madeline. As tensions rise and a storm brews, the narrative unfolds with a series of chilling events that build to an unforgettable climax. The story weaves together themes of madness, family curses, and the supernatural, all set against the dark, oppressive backdrop of the Usher estate. 
  Poe’s mastery of language and atmosphere creates an unsettling experience that lingers long after the tale ends. The audiobook format brings the sinister whispers, echoing footsteps, and haunting descriptions of the mansion to life, immersing listeners in the gothic horror that only Poe can conjure. 
  Perfect for fans of dark, psychological tales and gothic fiction, The Fall of the House of Usher is a must-listen for those seeking a chilling, atmospheric experience. 
  Start Listening to The Fall of the House of Usher today, and step into the shadowy world of Poe’s haunting imagination!

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  The Odd Women

  George Gissing

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  Before he was 21 George Gissing conceived the ambition of writing a long series of novels, somewhat in the manner of Balzac, whom he admired. The first of these, Workers in the Dawn, appeared in 1880, to be followed by 21 others. Between 1886 and 1895 he published one or more novels every year. He also wrote Charles Dickens: A Critical Study (1898), a perceptive piece of literary criticism. 
   
  Gissing's work has a good deal of documentary interest for its detailed and accurate accounts of lower-middle-class London life. On the social position and psychology of women, he is particularly acute: The Odd Women is a powerful study of female frustration. He did not lack human sympathies, but his obvious contempt for so many of his characters reflects an artistic limitation. Gissing was deeply critical, in an almost wholly negative way, of contemporary society. Of his novels, New Grub Street, considered by some critics to be his only great book, is unique in its merciless analysis of the compromises required by the literary life. 
   
  Gissing's 1893 novel takes on the 19th century "Woman Question" by looking at themes of feminism, marriage, and love. The novel raises these issues through the lives of several contrasting women: Mary Barfoot, a feminist philanthropist who helps train women for careers; her close friend Rhoda Nunn, who believes marriage is a disastrous choice for women; and Monica Madden, who starts out as one of their protegees but chooses to marry a seemingly kind older man. As Monica experiences the challenges of married life, Rhoda finds herself drawn to Mary's cousin, the charming but apparently profligate Everard

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  The Iliad

  Homer

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  Immerse yourself in the epic grandeur of The Iliad by Homer, one of the greatest masterpieces of ancient literature. This timeless epic poem transports listeners to the heart of the Trojan War, where gods and mortals clash in a dramatic tale of heroism, honor, and fate. 
  Follow the legendary warrior Achilles as his wrath shapes the course of the war, leading to fierce battles, tragic losses, and unforgettable acts of bravery. Witness the struggles of iconic figures like Hector, Agamemnon, and Odysseus, as their destinies intertwine amidst the chaos of war and the will of the gods. 
  Expertly narrated to capture the rhythm and intensity of Homer’s original verse, this audiobook brings to life the grandeur of ancient Greece, filled with vivid imagery, powerful emotions, and timeless themes of pride, loyalty, and the human condition. 
  Start listening to The Iliad today and experience the epic saga that has inspired generations for over 2,000 years!

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  The Innocents - A Story for Lovers

  Sinclair Lewis

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  The Innocents: A Story for Lovers is a 1917 novel by Sinclair Lewis.
  This distinctive pulp novel follows a longtime married couple as they vacation away from their home in New York City and contemplate starting a business.

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  White Man's Way The (Unabridged)

  Jack London

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  Jack London (born John Griffith Chaney, January 12, 1876 - November 22, 1916) was an American author, journalist, and social activist. He was a pioneer in the then-burgeoning world of commercial magazine fiction and was one of the first fiction writers to obtain worldwide celebrity and a large fortune from his fiction alone.
  THE WHITE MAN'S WAY: "To cook by your fire and to sleep under your roof for the night," I had announced on entering old Ebbits's cabin; and he had looked at me blear-eyed and vacuous, while Zilla had favored me with a sour face and a contemptuous grunt.

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