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The Charterhouse of Parma
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In an astounding act of literary improvisation, Stendhal dictated this complex and innovative novel, combining political and psychological realism with wit, irony and romance, in only 54 days. The result, which Henry James regarded as one of the dozen best novels of all time, feels in many ways like grand opera, an art form to which Stendhal himself was greatly attracted. The tale is set in northern Italy in the early decades of the…
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Wanted A Husband-Samuel Hopkins Adams
"Wanted A Husband" by Samuel Hopkins Adams delves into the complexities of relationships and societal expectations surrounding marriage. This thought-provoking…
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Lay of the Last Minstrel-Sir Walter Scott
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Immortal Moment-May Sinclair
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India's Love Lyrics-Laurence Hope
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Drama of Exile-Elizabeth Barrett Browning
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American Democrat; Or, Hints on the Social and Civic Relations of the United States of America-James Fenimore Cooper
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Pot of Gold and Other Stories-Mary E. Wilkins Freeman
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Problem in Modern Ethics-John Addington Symonds
"Problem in Modern Ethics" by John Addington Symonds delves into the complexities of ethical thought in the modern age, exploring the interplay between…
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Childe Roland and Other Poems-Robert Browning
"Childe Roland and Other Poems" by Robert Browning showcases the poet's mastery of dramatic monologue and vivid imagery, exploring themes of struggle…
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Selected Poems-Siegfried Sassoon
"Selected Poems-Siegfried Sassoon" showcases the poignant and powerful verses of one of the 20th century's most significant war poets. Through his evocative…
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Race Of The Swift-Edwin Carlile Litsey
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This Finer Shadow-Harlan Cozad McIntosh
"This Finer Shadow" by Harlan Cozad McIntosh invites listeners into a rich exploration of themes that resonate deeply with the human experience. The narrative…
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Rootabaga Stories-Carl Sandburg
Rootabaga Stories by Carl Sandburg is a whimsical collection that captures the essence of childhood imagination and the wonders of everyday life. Through a…
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Monster and Other Stories-Stephen Crane
"Monster and Other Stories" by Stephen Crane delves into the complexities of human nature and societal perceptions through a collection of compelling…
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Notes of An East Coast Naturalist-Arthur Henry Patterson
"Notes of An East Coast Naturalist" by Arthur Henry Patterson invites listeners into the world of natural observation and appreciation of the East Coast's rich…
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Earth's Enigmas-Charles G. D. Roberts
"Earth's Enigmas" by Charles G. D. Roberts invites listeners to explore the intricate mysteries of nature and the human experience. This collection of stories…
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In the Garden of Delight-Lily Hammond
In the Garden of Delight by Lily Hammond invites listeners into a world where beauty and nature intertwine, creating a tapestry of joy and reflection. This…
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Hagar's Daughter. A Story of Southern Caste Prejudice-Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins
Hagar's Daughter, by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins, delves into the complexities of Southern caste prejudice, exploring the intricate dynamics of race and…
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Gaspar Ruiz-Joseph Conrad
"Gaspar Ruiz" by Joseph Conrad is a compelling tale that explores the complexities of loyalty, identity, and the human spirit in the face of adversity. Set…
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Romance of a Mummy and Egypt-Théophile Gautier
"Romance of a Mummy" by Théophile Gautier transports listeners to the enchanting world of ancient Egypt, intertwining themes of love, mystery, and the allure…
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Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway and Denmark-Mary Wollstonecraft
Mary Wollstonecraft's "Letters Written During a Short Residence in Sweden, Norway and Denmark" offers a captivating glimpse into her travels through…
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Borough-George Crabbe
"Borough" by George Crabbe is a compelling exploration of life in a small English town, capturing the struggles and triumphs of its inhabitants with poignant…
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Clotel, or, The President's Daughter-William Wells Brown
"Clotel, or, The President's Daughter" by William Wells Brown is a powerful narrative that explores the complexities of race, identity, and the legacy of…
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Bonaventure, A Prose Pastoral of Acadian Louisiana-George Washington Cable
"Bonaventure, A Prose Pastoral of Acadian Louisiana" by George Washington Cable offers a vivid exploration of the Acadian culture and landscape of Louisiana…
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For Eager Lovers-Genevieve Taggard
"For Eager Lovers" by Genevieve Taggard is a poignant exploration of love and desire, capturing the complexities of human relationships through evocative…
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Clansman, An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan-Thomas Dixon, Jr
"Clansman, An Historical Romance of the Ku Klux Klan" by Thomas Dixon, Jr. delves into the complexities of race and identity in post-Civil War America…
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Other People's Lives-Rosa Nouchette Carey
"Other People's Lives" by Rosa Nouchette Carey delves into the intricate relationships and moral dilemmas faced by individuals as they navigate the…
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Country Wife-William Wycherley
"Country Wife" by William Wycherley is a classic comedy that explores themes of love, infidelity, and social pretense in the context of 17th-century England…
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Bee-Keeping For All-Tickner Edwardes
"Bee-Keeping For All" by Tickner Edwardes is an insightful exploration into the art and science of beekeeping, providing practical guidance for enthusiasts and…
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New Poems-D. H. Lawrence
"New Poems-D. H. Lawrence" showcases the profound depth and emotional intensity that Lawrence is renowned for, capturing the essence of human experience…
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Purple Springs-Nellie McClung
"Purple Springs-Nellie McClung" invites listeners into the life and times of one of Canada's most influential suffragists and social reformers. This work…
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White Dandy A Horse's Story-Velma Caldwell Melville
"White Dandy: A Horse's Story" by Velma Caldwell Melville invites listeners into the captivating world of a horse's perspective, exploring the bond between…
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Ebony and Crystal-Clark Ashton Smith
"Ebony and Crystal-Clark Ashton Smith" explores the intricate interplay of identity and culture, delving into themes of duality and the human experience. This…
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Yellow Journalist-Miriam Michelson
"Yellow Journalist-Miriam Michelson" delves into the life and career of a pioneering journalist who navigated the tumultuous landscape of early 20th-century…
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Lucky Piece A Story of the North Woods-Albert Bigelow Paine
"Lucky Piece: A Story of the North Woods" by Albert Bigelow Paine invites listeners into the enchanting wilderness of the North Woods, where adventure and…
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Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey-Washington Irving
"Abbotsford and Newstead Abbey" by Washington Irving takes listeners on a journey through two iconic estates, exploring their rich histories and the lives of…
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Daughter of the Sioux-Charles King
"Daughter of the Sioux" by Charles King is a compelling tale that delves into the life and struggles of its titular character, exploring themes of identity…
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December Tales-William Harrison Ainsworth
"December Tales" by William Harrison Ainsworth invites listeners into a world rich with narrative depth and vivid characterizations. This collection…
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St. George and St. Michael, Volume 1-George MacDonald
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The Charterhouse of Parma1 - Venus and Adonis
"1" by Venus and Adonis presents a timeless exploration of love and desire, encapsulating the complexities of human emotion. This work resonates deeply with…
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Saga of the Greenlanders (Reeves Translation)-Unknown
"Saga of the Greenlanders" is a captivating narrative that immerses listeners in the rich tapestry of Norse exploration and settlement in Greenland. This…
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Bacteria in Daily Life-Grace Coleridge Frankland
"Bacteria in Daily Life" by Grace Coleridge Frankland delves into the fundamental role that bacteria play in our everyday existence, exploring their impact on…
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Prince and the Dragons-Tudor Jenks
"Prince and the Dragons" by Tudor Jenks invites listeners into a captivating tale that intertwines adventure and fantasy. This engaging story explores themes…
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In a Belgian Garden and Other Poems-Frank Oliver Call
In a Belgian Garden and Other Poems by Frank Oliver Call invites listeners into a world rich with imagery and emotion, exploring the beauty and complexity of…
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Translations & Imitations of German Ballads-Sir Walter Scott
"Translations & Imitations of German Ballads" by Sir Walter Scott showcases the author's masterful ability to adapt and reinterpret traditional German ballads…
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Tales of Men and Ghosts-Edith Wharton
"Tales of Men and Ghosts" by Edith Wharton offers a captivating exploration of the complex interplay between human desires and the ethereal presence of the…
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Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War-Herman Melville
"Selections from Battle-Pieces and Aspects of the War" by Herman Melville offers a profound exploration of the American Civil War through a series of poems…
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Four Hymns-Edmund Spenser
"Four Hymns" by Edmund Spenser is a profound exploration of spirituality and devotion, encapsulating the essence of faith through lyrical poetry. This…
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Memoirs of a London Doll-Richard Henry Horne
"Memoirs of a London Doll" by Richard Henry Horne invites listeners into a whimsical yet poignant exploration of childhood and imagination through the eyes of…
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Death Comes for the Archbishop-Willa Cather
"Death Comes for the Archbishop" by Willa Cather is a poignant exploration of faith, culture, and the complexities of human experience set against the backdrop…
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Sun and Saddle Leather-Charles Badger Clark
"Sun and Saddle Leather" by Charles Badger Clark captures the spirit of the American West through vivid imagery and heartfelt poetry. This collection reflects…
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Fiend's Delight-Ambrose Bierce
Fiend's Delight showcases the sharp wit and dark humor of Ambrose Bierce, a master of American literature known for his incisive commentary on human nature and…
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Virgin Soil Volume 1-Ivan Turgenev
"Virgin Soil Volume 1" by Ivan Turgenev delves into the complexities of Russian society and the youthful idealism that seeks to challenge the status quo. As…
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Jumping-Off Place-Marian Hurd McNeely
"Jumping-Off Place" by Marian Hurd McNeely invites listeners into a world of exploration and self-discovery. This timeless tale captures the essence of…
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City of Dreadful Night and Other Poems-James Thomson
"City of Dreadful Night and Other Poems" by James Thomson is a poignant collection that delves into themes of despair, urban life, and the human condition…
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Pierrot, Dog Of Belgium-Walter Alden Dyer
"Pierrot, Dog Of Belgium" by Walter Alden Dyer is a heartwarming tale that captures the bond between a boy and his loyal canine companion amidst the backdrop…
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Kazan-James Oliver Curwood
Kazan by James Oliver Curwood is a powerful tale that explores the deep connection between humans and nature, emphasizing themes of survival, loyalty, and the…
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Black Panther-John Hall Wheelock
"Black Panther" by John Hall Wheelock is a poignant exploration of the themes of identity, resilience, and the struggle against oppression. This powerful work…
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St. George and St. Michael, Volume 3-George MacDonald
"St. George and St. Michael, Volume 3" by George MacDonald continues the exploration of the timeless themes of faith, morality, and the struggle between good…
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Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney
"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a seminal work in the realm of English poetry, exploring the themes of love, desire, and the complexities of…