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Wilde’s enduring literary legacy has weathered countless critiques, proving resilient against attempts to unearth the opinions he and his admirers might prefer to forget. This collection promises to captivate readers with its intriguing insights; some reviews are remarkably prophetic, while others reveal biases shaped by affection or animosity. Many reflect Wilde’s sharpest wit and most joyful creativity, with only a handful lacking color. According to Lord Beaconsfield, the judgments of a…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 098-Various
"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 098-Various" is a compelling anthology that brings together a diverse array of insightful essays and reflections, showcasing…
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Conjure Woman-Charles Waddell Chesnutt
"Conjure Woman" by Charles Waddell Chesnutt is a compelling exploration of African American folklore and the complexities of post-Civil War Southern life…
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My Southern Home or, The South and Its People-William Wells Brown
"My Southern Home or, The South and Its People" by William Wells Brown offers a poignant exploration of the Southern United States and its inhabitants through…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 092-Various
"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 092-Various" offers a diverse array of essays and reflections that capture the essence of contemporary thought and…
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Rainbows-Olive Custance
"Rainbows-Olive Custance" invites listeners into a world where vibrant imagery and profound themes intertwine, exploring the beauty and complexity of life…
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Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 1-Marguerite of Navarre
"Heptameron of the Tales of Margaret, Queen of Navarre, Volume 1" presents a collection of stories that reflect the complexities of human nature and the moral…
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Poetry of Thomas Moore-Thomas Moore
The "Poetry of Thomas Moore" presents a collection of lyrical works that capture the essence of human emotion and experience. Moore's poetry is characterized…
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Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde
"Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde" offers a compelling exploration of Wilde's critical perspective on literature and art, showcasing his sharp wit and profound…
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Shelley Selected Poems and Prose-Percy Bysshe Shelley
"Shelley Selected Poems and Prose" presents a curated collection of the profound and evocative works of Percy Bysshe Shelley, one of the key figures of English…
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Hagar's Daughter. A Story of Southern Caste Prejudice-Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins
Hagar's Daughter, a compelling narrative by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, delves into the complex themes of Southern caste prejudice, exploring the societal…
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Is Shakespeare Dead-Mark Twain
"Is Shakespeare Dead?" by Mark Twain delves into the enduring debate surrounding the authorship of Shakespeare's works, questioning the very identity of one of…
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Poems of William Blake-William Blake
"Poems of William Blake" showcases the profound and visionary work of one of the most influential poets in English literature. Blake's poetry delves into…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 085-Various
"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 085-Various" brings together a diverse array of essays and reflections that capture the essence of contemporary thought and…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 072-Various
Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 072-Various offers a diverse array of insightful essays and reflections that capture the essence of contemporary thought…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 064-Various
Explore a diverse array of thought-provoking essays in "Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 064-Various." This compilation presents a rich tapestry of ideas and…
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Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005-Various
"Dramatic Reading Scene and Story Collection, Volume 005-Various" offers a captivating assortment of dramatic readings that showcase a diverse range of scenes…
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Dreams-Olive Schreiner
"Dreams" by Olive Schreiner is a thought-provoking exploration of the human experience, delving into the depths of dreams and their significance in our lives…
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Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831)-Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
"Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus (Edition 1831)" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley delves into the profound consequences of man's quest for knowledge and…
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Phillips Brooks-Mark Antony De Wolfe Howe
"Phillips Brooks-Mark Antony De Wolfe Howe" delves into the life and contributions of Phillips Brooks, a prominent figure in American religious thought and…
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Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4-Parker Thomas Moon
"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the complex interplay between imperialism and global politics, exploring how…
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Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus (1818)-Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
"Frankenstein; or The Modern Prometheus" by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley explores the consequences of man's quest for knowledge and the ethical dilemmas…
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Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde
"Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde" offers a compelling exploration of Wilde's critical perspective on literature and art, showcasing his sharp wit and profound…
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History of King Lear-Nahum Tate
"History of King Lear" by Nahum Tate offers a unique perspective on the classic tale of King Lear, exploring themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities…
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Fathers and Sons-Ivan Turgenev
Fathers and Sons by Ivan Turgenev explores the generational divide between traditional values and the emerging nihilism of the younger generation in…
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Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney
Astrophel and Stella by Sir Philip Sidney is a seminal work of English poetry that explores the complexities of love, desire, and the interplay between the…
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H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor-W. S. Gilbert
H.M.S. Pinafore; Or, The Lass That Loved A Sailor by W. S. Gilbert is a classic operetta that explores themes of love, class distinction, and loyalty through…
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Down South or Yacht Adventure in Florida-Oliver Optic
"Down South or Yacht Adventure in Florida" by Oliver Optic invites listeners on an exhilarating journey filled with adventure and exploration. Set against the…
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Finland and the Tsars, 1809-1899-Joseph R. Fisher
"Finland and the Tsars, 1809-1899" by Joseph R. Fisher delves into the complex relationship between Finland and the Russian Empire during a transformative…
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Inn of Dreams-Olive Custance
Inn of Dreams by Olive Custance invites listeners into a world where aspirations and realities intertwine, exploring the delicate balance between dreams and…
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Garden Party, and Other Stories version 2-Katherine Mansfield
"Garden Party, and Other Stories version 2" by Katherine Mansfield is a collection that captures the nuances of human experience through a series of…
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Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure-Thomas Guthrie
"Plea for Ragged Schools; or, Prevention Better than Cure" by Thomas Guthrie is a compelling call to action advocating for the establishment of ragged schools…
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Life of King Henry V (version 2)-William Shakespeare
"Life of King Henry V" by William Shakespeare is a powerful exploration of leadership, honor, and the burdens of kingship as it chronicles the journey of King…
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Vocation of the Scholar-Johann Gottlieb Fichte
"Vocation of the Scholar" by Johann Gottlieb Fichte delves into the profound responsibilities and aspirations of scholars, emphasizing the importance of…
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Brilliant Proof (Burhäne Lämé) in reply to an attack upon the Bahai Revelation by Peter Z. Easton-Mírzá Abu’l-Fadl Gulpáygání
"Brilliant Proof" is a compelling response by Abu’l-Fadl Gulpáygání to the criticisms levied against the Bahá'í Revelation by Peter Z. Easton-Mírzá. This…
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Shadow-Line-Joseph Conrad
"Shadow-Line" by Joseph Conrad delves into the profound journey of a young man confronting the complexities of life, maturity, and the shadowy realms of human…
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Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde
"Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde" offers a compelling exploration of Wilde's critical perspective on literature and art, showcasing his sharp wit and profound…
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Bible History Volume 2 The Exodus and the Wanderings in the Wilderness-Alfred Edersheim
Bible History Volume 2 delves into the profound narrative of the Exodus and the subsequent wanderings of the Israelites in the wilderness, as explored by…
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Immortal Moment-May Sinclair
"Immortal Moment" by May Sinclair invites listeners into a profound exploration of existence and the fleeting nature of time. This thought-provoking work…
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Cosmos A Sketch of a Physical Description of The Universe Introduction-Alexander von Humboldt
"Cosmos: A Sketch of a Physical Description of The Universe" by Alexander von Humboldt is a groundbreaking exploration of the natural world, presenting a…
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Events of 1848, Especially in Their Relation to Great Britain-Richard Monckton Milnes
"Events of 1848, Especially in Their Relation to Great Britain" by Richard Monckton Milnes provides a detailed examination of the significant political and…
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Romance of Polar Exploration-G. Firth Scott
"Romance of Polar Exploration" by G. Firth Scott delves into the captivating and adventurous world of polar exploration, highlighting the allure and challenges…
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Three Years In Europe-William Wells Brown
"Three Years In Europe" by William Wells Brown offers a unique perspective on the experiences of an African American expatriate in the 19th century. Through…
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The Tables of the Law; & The Adoration of the Magi
"The Tables of the Law; & The Adoration of the Magi" explores profound themes of faith and reverence through the lens of ancient traditions. This work invites…
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Letters from the West-James Hall
"Letters from the West-James Hall" invites listeners into a compelling narrative that captures the essence of exploration and discovery. This audiobook…
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Metamorphosis (version 3)-Franz Kafka
"Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka explores the profound transformation of its protagonist, who inexplicably turns into a monstrous insect, leading to a dramatic…
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Prejudices, First Series-H. L. Mencken
"Prejudices, First Series" by H. L. Mencken is a collection of essays that delve into the author's critical views on various aspects of American society and…
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Night Off; or A Page From Balzac-Augustin Daly, Franz von Schönthan
"Night Off; or A Page From Balzac" by Augustin Daly and Franz von Schönthan invites listeners into a world where the complexities of life and art intertwine…
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Bay A Book of Poems-D. H. Lawrence
"Bay A Book of Poems" by D. H. Lawrence is a collection that encapsulates the depth of human emotion and the beauty of the natural world through lyrical verse…
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Hill of Dreams-Arthur Machen
"Hill of Dreams" by Arthur Machen invites listeners into a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, reflecting the author's…
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Tysons-May Sinclair
"Tysons-May Sinclair" invites listeners into a world that explores the intricacies of human experience through the lens of its titular characters. This…
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Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde
"Reviews Part 1-Oscar Wilde" offers a compelling exploration of Wilde's critical perspective on literature and art, showcasing his sharp wit and profound…
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Essays on Things-William Lyon Phelps
"Essays on Things" by William Lyon Phelps is a collection of insightful reflections that delve into various aspects of life, culture, and human experience…
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Andrew the Glad (Dramatic Reading)-Maria Thompson Daviess
"Andrew the Glad" by Maria Thompson Daviess is a captivating tale that invites listeners into a world of optimism and joy. The story unfolds through the life…
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Gold Hunter's Experience-Chalkley J. Hambleton
"Gold Hunter's Experience" by Chalkley J. Hambleton invites listeners into the thrilling world of gold prospecting, capturing the essence of adventure and the…
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First Two Stuarts and the Puritan Revolution 1603-1660-Samuel Rawson Gardiner
"First Two Stuarts and the Puritan Revolution 1603-1660" by Samuel Rawson Gardiner explores the tumultuous period of English history marked by the reigns of…
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France At War On the Frontier of Civilization-Rudyard Kipling
"France At War On the Frontier of Civilization" by Rudyard Kipling offers a poignant exploration of the complexities and challenges faced by France during…
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Green Carnation-Robert Smythe Hichens
"Green Carnation" by Robert Smythe Hichens invites listeners into a world where themes of beauty, identity, and the complexities of human emotion unfold. This…
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Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 070-Various
"Short Nonfiction Collection, Vol. 070-Various" presents a diverse array of thought-provoking essays that delve into various themes and perspectives, offering…
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Footnote to History Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa-Robert Louis Stevenson
"Footnote to History: Eight Years of Trouble in Samoa" by Robert Louis Stevenson delves into the complex political landscape and conflicts that unfolded in…
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Essays on Art-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
"Essays on Art" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe offers profound insights into the nature of art and its relationship to human experience. Goethe explores the…