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  History of Tom Jones a Foundling...

  Henry Fielding

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  A foundling of mysterious parentage brought up by Mr. Allworthy on his country estate, Tom Jones is deeply in love with the seemingly unattainable Sophia Western, the beautiful daughter of the neighboring squire though he sometimes succumbs to the charms of the local girls. When Tom is banished to make his own fortune and Sophia follows him to London to escape an arranged marriage, the adventure begins. A vivid Hogarthian panorama of eighteenth-century life, spiced with danger and intrigue, bawdy exuberance and good-natured authorial interjections, Tom Jones is one of the greatest and most ambitious comic novels in English literature.
  BOOK 1: An author ought to consider himself, not as a gentleman who gives a private or eleemosynary treat, but rather as one who keeps a public ordinary, at which all persons are welcome for their money. In the former case, it is well known that the entertainer provides what fare he pleases; and though this should be very indifferent, and utterly disagreeable to the taste of his company, they must not find any fault; nay, on the contrary, good breeding forces them outwardly to approve and to commend whatever is set before them.

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  The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  Originally published in the Strand Magazine between December 1894 and September 1903. The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard by Arthur Conan Doyle, the celebrated author of Sherlock Holmes and the Lost, follows the adventures of Brigadier Etienne Gerard, a courageous soldier in the service of Napoleon. From a sleepy cafe in Paris, he whiles away the hours recounting his glories in the service of France.  
  From his victory over the Count of the Castle of Gloom, the mysterious affair of the Ajaccio Brothers and his daring escape from Dartmoor Prison to his brush with the dastardly Marshal Millefleurs and his successful conveying of the Emperors own despatches through the enemy held towns of Soison and Senlis. Gerard never wavers in his dedication to the Emperor, or his convictions that he is the finest soldier in all of france, and therefore, the world.  
  Adapted into several films and radio dramas across the years, George McDonald Fraser once cited Brigadier Gerard as a major inspiration for his own fictional comedic adventurer Harry Flashman.  
  Narrated by Michael Ward.

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  The Final Problem

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Final Problem is a short story by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle featuring his detective character Sherlock Holmes. It was first published in Strand Magazine under the title "The Adventure of the Final Problem" in December 1893. It appears in book form as part of the collection The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes. This story, set in 1891, introduced Holmes's archenemy, the criminal mastermind Professor James Moriarty. Conan Doyle later ranked "The Final Problem" fourth on his personal list of the twelve best Holmes stories.Holmes arrives at Dr. John Watson's residence one evening in a somewhat agitated state and with grazed and bleeding knuckles. Much to Watson's surprise, he had apparently escaped three separate murder attempts that day after a visit from Professor Moriarty, who warned Holmes to withdraw from his pursuit of justice against him to avoid any regrettable outcome. First, just as he was turning a street corner, a cab suddenly rushed towards him and Holmes just managed to leap out of the way in time. Second, while Holmes was walking along the street, a brick fell from the roof of a house, just missing the detective. He then called the police to search the whole area but could not prove that it was anything other than an accident. Finally, on his way to Watson's house, he was attacked by a thug armed with a cosh. Holmes managed to overcome his assailant and handed him to the police but admitted that there was virtually no hope of proving that the man was in the employ of the criminal mastermind.Famous works of the author Arthur Conan Doyle: A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of the Four, The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, The Hound of the Baskervilles, The Return of Sherlock Holmes, The Valley of Fear, His Last Bow, The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, Stories of Sherlock Holmes, The Lost World.

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  Sparks from the Fire - And Other...

  Rosalie Parker

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  "There are many ways to tell a story . . . It is a question of choosing the right one." - "Sparks from the Fire" The stories in Sparks from the Fire explore a wide variety of familiar characters and settings, yet there is always something else a shadow world that haunts, disturbs, and threatens. Sons and daughters, mothers and fathers, recluses and lovers all find themselves shifting between realities: the prosaic and the mystical, even between life and death. The horrors and wonders of these parallel existences are often glimpsed, sometimes revealed, and occasionally overwhelm. These nineteen tales inhabit a terrain in which the uncanny may at any time intrude into everyday life.
  Contents: Breath of Life / Entitlement / Holiday Reading / House Party / Jetsam / Job Start / Messages / Productivity / Sparks from the Fire / The Attempt / The Birdcage / The Bronze Statuette / The Fell Race / Tour Guide / View from a Window / Voluntary Work / War Games / Wing Man / Writers' Retreat.

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  A Midsummer Night's Dream

  William Shakespeare

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  What happens when love falls under a spell?
  
  A Midsummer Night's Dream is one of William Shakespeare's most beloved and imaginative comedies. Set in a moonlit forest filled with fairies and magic, the play weaves together the stories of four young lovers, a mischievous sprite, and a group of amateur actors whose plans are delightfully undone by enchantment.
  
  With mistaken identities, magical potions, and playful chaos, Shakespeare explores love in all its forms—romantic, foolish, and transformative. The result is a joyful blend of humor, fantasy, and lyrical language that has delighted audiences for over four centuries.
  
  This timeless comedy celebrates imagination, desire, and the thin line between dreams and reality, making it one of Shakespeare's most accessible and entertaining works.
  
  Inside this eBook, you'll experience:
  
  A sparkling romantic comedy filled with magic and mischief
  
  Memorable characters including Puck, Oberon, and Titania
  
  Themes of love, illusion, and transformation
  
  One of Shakespeare's most frequently performed plays
  
  Read in classrooms and performed on stages worldwide, A Midsummer Night's Dream remains essential reading for lovers of classic literature, theater, and fantasy.
  
  Step into the enchanted forest and let the dream begin. Buy now and enjoy one of Shakespeare's most magical plays.

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  Greats Abridged The - Robinson...

  Daniel Defoe

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  Stranded on a deserted island after a violent shipwreck, Robinson Crusoe must face the wild alone. With nothing but his wits, faith, and unyielding determination, he builds a new life in an unforgiving wilderness. This abridged edition brings Daniel Defoe’s groundbreaking tale of survival and spiritual growth to modern audiences with crisp clarity and cinematic pacing. 
  Perfect for listeners of all ages, The Greats Abridged series distills timeless classics without losing their heart. Whether you’re rediscovering Crusoe’s adventures or hearing them for the first time, this edition captures the wonder, danger, and triumph of one of literature’s greatest journeys.

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