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  Where the Trail Forks

  Jack London

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  Where the Trail Forks is a late 19th century work of literature and is fiction. London's main purpose in this text is to entertain his readers by revealing to them an exciting fictitious event. London ties his story in with naturalism by describing natures terrain and landscape in many instances. Throughout the story there are many encounters with nature itself as well as wild animals such as dogs. Jack londons diction in this piece can be related to the diction reflecting the time period this work of literature was written. The way the sentences are constructed also reflect back on his time period using terminology that is less common in todays society.  The tone of the story starts off London sets the stage for the setting by starting the story in a forest full of snow covered pine trees with a handful of men waiting by a campfire protecting their food from a pack of hungry, wild dogs.

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  The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

  Omar Khayyam, Edward FitzGerald

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  The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is a collection of quatrains (four-line verses) attributed to the 12th-century Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer, Omar Khayyam. While the original Persian text is complex and open to interpretation, it is the English translation by Edward Fitzgerald that popularized the work in the Western world. 
  Fitzgerald's translation portrays a world view that is often characterized as: 
  Carpe Diem: Seize the day, emphasizing the fleeting nature of life and the importance of enjoying the present moment. 
  Skepticism: Questioning traditional beliefs and religious dogma, particularly in relation to the afterlife. 
  Epicureanism: Focusing on pleasure and the senses as the primary goods in life. 
  Fatalism: Accepting one's fate and the inherent unpredictability of existence.

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  The Hand Of Fu-Manchu

  Sax Rohmer

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  "The Hand of Fu-Manchu" is a thrilling audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This classic novel by Sax Rohmer takes you on a gripping adventure filled with mystery, espionage, and a touch of the exotic. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the story follows the relentless pursuit of the diabolical Dr. Fu-Manchu, a mastermind criminal and genius of evil.  
   
  As a dog lover, you'll appreciate the bond between the main character, Nayland Smith, and his loyal canine companion, Petrie. This audiobook combines elements of crime drama and suspense as Smith and Petrie work tirelessly to thwart Fu-Manchu's sinister plans. With your experience in audio production, you'll appreciate the skillful narration that brings this audiobook to life. 
   
  "The Hand of Fu-Manchu" is a must-listen for fans of crime dramas, especially if you enjoy stories with intricate plots and memorable characters. You'll find yourself immersed in the world of espionage and intrigue, making it a perfect addition to your audiobook collection. So, grab your headphones, and get ready for an unforgettable journey into the dark and mysterious world of Dr. Fu-Manchu.

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  The Gift of the Magi

  O. Henry

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  "The Gift of the Magi" is a short story by O. Henry first published in 1905. The story tells of a young husband and wife and how they deal with the challenge of buying secret Christmas gifts for each other with very little money.

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  Hunchback of Notre-Dame The...

  Victor Hugo

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  Book 8: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame or Notre-Dame de Paris is a French Gothic novel by Victor Hugo, published in 1831. - The story is set in Paris in 1482 during the reign of Louis XI. The gypsy Esmeralda (born as Agnes) captures the hearts of many men, including those of Captain Phoebus and Pierre Gringoire, but especially Quasimodo and his guardian Archdeacon Claude Frollo. Frollo is torn between his obsessive lust for Esmeralda and the rules of Notre Dame Cathedral. He orders Quasimodo to kidnap her, but Quasimodo is captured by Phoebus and his guards, who save Esmeralda. Gringoire, who attempted to help Esmeralda but was knocked out by Quasimodo, is about to be hanged by beggars when Esmeralda saves him by agreeing to marry him for four years.

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  The Complete Fiction of H P...

  H. P. Lovecraft

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  No library's complete without the classics! This new audio collects the legendary weird, science, fantasy and horror fiction of H. P. Lovecraft. 
  Featuring Lovecraft’s trademark fantastical creatures and supernatural thrills, as well as many horrific and cautionary science-fiction themes, that have influenced some of today’s important writers and filmmakers, including Stephen King, Alan Moore, F. Paul Wilson, Guillermo del Toro, and Neil Gaiman. 
  Included in here are “The Call of Cthulhu,” “The Dream-Quest of Unknown Kadath,” “At the Mountains of Madness,” “The Shadow Over Innsmouth,” “The Color Out of Space,” “The Dunwich Horror,” and many more hair-raising tales. 
  Essential for the ears of every classic literature lover. 
  A timeless, beautifully presented collection from one of the most important authors in literary history. 

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