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  The Witch of Oxshott - From...

  A M Burrage

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  Alfred McLelland Burrage was born in Hillingdon, Middlesex on 1st July, 1889. His father and uncle were both writers, primarily of boy’s fiction, and by age 16 AM Burrage had joined them.  The young man had ambitions to write for the adult market too.  The money was better and so was his writing. 
  From 1890 to 1914, prior to the mainstream appeal of cinema and radio the printed word, mainly in magazines, was the foremost mass entertainment.  AM Burrage quickly became a master of the market publishing his stories regularly across a number of publications. 
  By the start of the Great War Burrage was well established but in 1916 he was conscripted to fight on the Western Front. He continued to write during these years documenting his experiences in the classic book War is War by Ex-Private X. 
  For the remainder of his life Burrage was rarely printed in book form but continued to write and be published on a prodigious scale in magazines and newspapers.  In this volume we concentrate on his supernatural stories which are, by common consent, some of the best ever written.  Succinct yet full of character each reveals a twist and a flavour that is unsettling…..sometimes menacing….always disturbing.

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  The First Men in the Moon

  HG Wells

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  When bankrupt Mr Bedford departs to Lympne to try and turn around his fortunes by writing a play, he has little inkling that he is about to meet a man who will send him tumbling into space! Dr Cavor is a scientist without an ounce of common sense, hard at work to develop a substance opaque to gravity. Bedford soon becomes alive to the financial possibilities, but after a near fatal accident upon it's creation, Cavor suggests an alternative possibility for his new Cavorite: A journey to the moon. But neither of them are prepared for the strange flora, and even stranger fauna they encounter, as the first men in the moon... will they survive to tell the tale?  
  Narrated by Michael Ward

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  The Life and Adventures of...

  Daniel Defoe

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  Alone on a deserted island… and determined to survive. 
  When Robinson Crusoe defies his family’s wishes and sets out to sea, he has no idea that his journey will lead him into one of the most enduring survival stories ever told. After a violent shipwreck leaves him stranded on a remote tropical island, Crusoe must rely on his ingenuity, resilience, and sheer will to stay alive. 
  Over the course of 28 years, he builds shelter from the wreckage, tames the land, and creates a life in complete isolation. But the island is not as empty as it seems. When he discovers signs of other human presence—and rescues a captive he names Friday—Crusoe’s world begins to change in ways he never imagined. 
  First published in 1719, The Life and Adventures of Robinson Crusoe is widely regarded as one of the first English novels and remains a cornerstone of adventure literature. Blending survival, exploration, and reflection, Daniel Defoe’s classic continues to captivate listeners with its timeless portrayal of endurance, faith, and the human spirit. 
  Narrated with clarity and immersive storytelling by Jerry Dugan, this production brings Crusoe’s extraordinary journey vividly to life for a new generation of listeners. 
  This audiobook is part of the Certified Human Voice™ collection—performed by a real narrator, with no AI-generated voices.

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  When I Was Dead - A creepy...

  Vincent O'Sullivan

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  Vincent O'Sullivan was born on the 28th November 1868 in New York City.  He was initially educated through the New York public school system before finishing his studies in England.  As a young man he remained in London and travelled often to Paris.  
  O’Sullivan lived a very comfortable life with income from the family coffee business.  He had no real need to work but decided that a literary lifestyle was for him.   
  In 1896 he released his first volume of supernatural fiction ‘A Book of Bargains’.  Within its pages were classic stories that involved pacts with the Devil, reanimated corpses and psychic vampires. 
  Over the course of his career, he wrote a mere 10 volumes of short stories, novels, poetry together with some occasional criticism. 
  In 1909 his brother, who ran the company, entered its resources into some terribly mis-timed trades in coffee futures and ruin for both the company and the family quickly followed. 
  From now until his death O’Sullivan was destitute, life was exceedingly difficult. 
  Vincent O’Sullivan died on the 18th July 1940 in Paris.  He was 71.  He was buried in a paupers grave along with the remains of others.

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  Around the World in Eighty Days

  Jules Verne

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  A daring wager. A ticking clock. One unforgettable journey across the globe.
  When the enigmatic Phileas Fogg bets he can circle the world in just eighty days, he sets off with his loyal valet Passepartout on a whirlwind race through oceans, deserts, jungles, and bustling cities. But every step brings new obstacles—runaway trains, unexpected delays, breathtaking rescues, and a relentless detective convinced Fogg is a criminal in disguise.
  
  Celebrated as "one of the most delightful adventures ever written," Jules Verne's classic blends humor, suspense, and discovery into a story that has captivated readers for generations.
  
  If you love fast-paced travel, clever twists, and heroes who never lose their cool, this timeless novel will sweep you away.
  
  Start the journey now—and race around the world without leaving your chair.

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  The Master of Ballantrae

  Robert Louis Stevenson

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  The year is 1745, and Prince Charlie of the defeated royal house of Stuart, has just returned to Scottish soil. A weighty choice faces every Scottish man. Should he stitch a white cockade to his hat and join the fight to restore James, Prince Charlie's father to the British throne? Or should he stay at home and back George II, the reigning King. One Lowland family, the Duries of Durisdeer and Ballantrae, believe they've found a clever way to sidestep the decision. With the toss of a coin, a choice is made that will haunt their lives forever.Critics consider this to be Stevenson's greatest work. For, though there is plenty of adventure, (including midnight duels, pirates and smugglers), the true merit of the novel comes from the author's masterly portrayal of the fraternal enemies. If you've never read this book, you won't want to miss this!

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