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  Measure for Measure

  William Shakespeare

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  Duke Vincentio has given his deputy Angelo temporary power over Vienna before his leave for a diplomatic mission. But instead of leaving the city, the Duke disguises himself as a friar named Lodowick, and stays behind to observe the city's happenings and Angelo's brief reign.
  Meanwhile, Angelo decides to enforce the laws on prostitution and debauchery, effectively shutting down the red-light district. A man named Claudio gets arrested for impregnating his lover, and Angelo sentences him to death. Claudio's sister enlists a certain friar's help to trick Angelo into releasing her brother.

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  The House of Mirth

  Edith Wharton

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  "The House of Mirth" by Edith Wharton intricately portrays the life and social struggles of Lily Bart, a beautiful but impoverished woman navigating New York’s elite society in the early 1900s. With her beauty as her only asset, Lily grapples with the pressures of wealth, status, and societal expectations. As she teeters on the edge of scandal and financial ruin, Wharton masterfully examines themes of ambition, morality, and the harsh realities of a merciless social world.

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  Meditations - Audiobook

  Marcus Aurelius, Classic...

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  Meditations is a series of personal writings by the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius, reflecting his thoughts and philosophies on life, leadership, and the human condition. Written between 161 and 180 AD, this timeless collection serves as a powerful guide to Stoic philosophy. Aurelius offers wisdom on self-discipline, resilience, and the pursuit of virtue, emphasizing the importance of inner peace amidst chaos and suffering. His reflections, originally intended for personal use, have become a profound source of inspiration for anyone seeking clarity and purpose in life. Meditations encourages readers to cultivate strength of mind and spirit in order to face life's challenges with wisdom and grace.

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  The Naval Treaty

  Arthur Conan Doyle

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  The Adventure of the Naval Treaty, one of the 56 Sherlock Holmes short stories written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is one of 12 stories in the cycle collected as The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes. Doyle ranked "The Adventure of the Naval Treaty" 19th in a list of his 19 favourite Sherlock Holmes stories.Holmes explains that several clues all pointed to Joseph: the thief knew the ways of the office well, given that he had rung the bell before seeing the treaty; Phelps had shown his relatives around the offfice; Joseph had dined in London that evening, and took the 11:00 PM train to Woking; Phelps expected to meet him for the train; the theft happened at about 9:40 PM; it was a rainy night, but there were no wet footprints in the passage or office, so the thief had come in a cab; and the burglar who tried to break into Phelps' room was familiar with the layout of the house...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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  A Farewell to Arms

  Ernest Hemingway

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  'A Farewell to Arms'' is Hemingway's classic set during the Italian campaign of World War I. The book, published in 1929, is a first-person account of American Frederic Henry, serving as a Lieutenant ("Tenente") in the ambulance corps of the Italian Army.It's about a love affair between the expatriate American Henry and Catherine Barkley against the backdrop of the First World War, cynical soldiers, fighting and the displacement of populations. The publication of ''A Farewell to Arms'' cemented Hemingway's stature as a modern American writer, became his first best-seller, and is described by biographer Michael Reynolds as "the premier American war novel from that debacle World War I."

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  La Constantin

  Alexandre Dumas

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  "La Constantin" by Alexandre Dumas is a tale of intrigue, ambition, and betrayal set in the vibrant world of 19th-century theater. The story follows La Constantin, a talented and ambitious actress whose rise to fame is fraught with personal and professional challenges. As she navigates the complexities of love, rivalry, and societal expectations, her journey becomes a battleground for identity and independence. Dumas masterfully explores themes of art, passion, and the sacrifices demanded by success, painting a vivid picture of the theatrical world and its larger-than-life personalities. A blend of drama and emotion, the novel delves into the tension between authenticity and ambition, celebrating the resilience of those who dare to pursue their dreams against all odds.

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