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  The Picture of Dorian Gray

  Oscar Wilde

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  The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde is a captivating tale of beauty, moral corruption, and the pursuit of eternal youth. This classic novel follows the story of Dorian Gray, a young man whose life takes a dark turn when he becomes the subject of a portrait painted by the talented artist Basil Hallward. Enchanted by his own beauty, Dorian wishes that he could remain forever young while the portrait ages in his place. 
  As Dorian delves deeper into a life of indulgence and hedonism, he is influenced by the charismatic and cynical Lord Henry Wotton, who encourages him to embrace a lifestyle devoid of morals. With each act of vice, the portrait reveals the true cost of Dorian’s choices, reflecting the degradation of his soul while he remains outwardly unchanged. 
  Wilde’s novel explores themes of vanity, the consequences of a life lived without accountability, and the complexities of human nature. It serves as a profound commentary on the superficiality of society and the dangers of sacrificing one’s integrity for pleasure. 
  This audiobook version brings to life Wilde’s rich prose and sharp wit, inviting listeners to experience Dorian’s mesmerizing journey and moral descent. Perfect for lovers of gothic fiction and philosophical literature, The Picture of Dorian Gray is a timeless exploration of the duality of man and the price of vanity. 
  Start Listening to The Picture of Dorian Gray today and immerse yourself in Oscar Wilde’s timeless exploration of beauty, art, and morality!

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  Les Misérables: Volume 2:...

  Victor Hugo

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  Victor-Marie Hugo (26 February 1802 - 22 May 1885) was a French poet, novelist, essayist, playwright, and dramatist of the Romantic movement. During a literary career that spanned more than sixty years, he wrote abundantly in an exceptional variety of genres: lyrics, satires, epics, philosophical poems, epigrams, novels, history, critical essays, political speeches, funeral orations, diaries, and letters public and private, as well as dramas in verse and prose.
  BOOK 7: PARENTHESIS: Such being the case, and a convent having happened to be on our road, it has been our duty to enter it. Why? Because the convent, which is common to the Orient as well as to the Occident, to antiquity as well as to modern times, to paganism, to Buddhism, to Mahometanism, as well as to Christianity, is one of the optical apparatuses applied by man to the Infinite.

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  Two Tales From Algernon Blackwood

  Algernon Blackwood

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  Algernon Henry Blackwood (March 14, 1869 - December 10, 1951) was an English broadcasting narrator, journalist, novelist and short story writer, and among the most prolific ghost story writers in the history of the genre. The following recording includes the short stories, "The Olive" and "Ancient Lights."

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  Anna Karenina Part 6

  Leo Tolstoy

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  In Part 6 of Anna Karenina, Anna’s descent into despair culminates as her isolation deepens and her relationship with Vronsky crumbles. Consumed by jealousy and societal rejection, she spirals toward tragedy. Meanwhile, Levin achieves spiritual clarity, finding peace in family life and faith. The contrast between Anna’s unraveling world and Levin’s fulfillment underscores themes of redemption, purpose, and the cost of defying societal norms. As the novel approaches its climax, Tolstoy poignantly explores the fragility of human happiness and the inevitability of fate.

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  White Heron A - and Other Stories

  Jack London, Edna Wahlert...

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  Discover the Beauty of Classic Literature with A White Heron - and Other Stories 
   
  Immerse yourself in a collection of timeless tales that explore the depth of human experience and the wonders of the natural world. A White Heron - and Other Stories brings together captivating narratives by some of the most revered authors in American literature, each story brimming with emotion, adventure, and the spirit of life. 
   
  Highlights of the Collection: 
   
  "Love of Life" by Jack London: A gripping tale of survival that tests the limits of human endurance. London’s masterful storytelling will keep you on the edge of your seat as you follow the harrowing journey of a man battling the wilderness and his own inner demons. 
   
  "Captain and Miracle" by Edna Wahlert McCourt: Experience a heartwarming story of faith and resilience, where a young captain’s encounter with the miraculous leads to profound realizations and transformations. 
   
  "The Sun-Dog Trail" by Jack London: Venture into the icy wilderness of the Yukon with a riveting story of adventure and the relentless pursuit of survival, where every decision can mean life or death. 
   
  "A White Heron" by Sarah Orne Jewett: A gentle, poetic tale of a young girl’s deep connection with nature, and the poignant choice she must make between her love for the natural world and the allure of material gain.

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  Persuasion

  Jane Austen

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  Jane Austens last ever published work, Persuasion is a tale reconnection, romance and the virtues of maturity. When mature and sensible Anne Elliot's spendthrift father: The Baronet Walter Elliot of Kellynch Hall is forced to rent the property and relocate to Bath due to his arrears, Anne is surprised that the tenant is married to the sister of Captain Frederick Wentworth, a man whom she had been persuaded to break off her engagement with eight years ago. Inevitably this brings the man she had thought forever lost to her back into her personal circle, can she reclaim a love she thinks lost? Will she even try? 
   Narrated by Michael Ward.

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