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Enter the haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous poem, "The Raven," brought to life by the evocative narration of Anthony Pica. This timeless piece of gothic literature tells the story of a grief-stricken man visited by a mysterious raven in the dead of night. As the raven utters its ominous refrain, "Nevermore," the man descends deeper into despair, haunted by memories of his lost love, Lenore.

薫の君がこの家の警備を強化するよう仰せになった、と言う内舎人(うどねり)の話を聞いた浮舟は、やはり匂宮とのことが露見したのだと思い、匂宮に逢えない悲しみと、薫の君に対する恥ずかしさとで、ただ泣きくれるばかりです。 右近が語った逸話のような最悪の事態も考えられる・・・、そんな不安が浮舟をますます死へと駆り立てます。

The Elements of Style by William Strunk, Jr. is an American English writing style guide. It is one of the best-known and most influential prescriptive treatments of English grammar and usage, and often is required reading in US high school and university composition classes. The original 1918 edition of The Elements of Style detailed eight elementary rules of usage, 10 elementary principles of composition, a few matters of form, and a list of commonly "misused" words and expressions.

Naked Lunch is one of the most important novels of the 20th century, a book that redefined not just literature but American culture. An unnerving tale of a narcotics addict unmoored in New York, Tangiers, and, ultimately, a nightmarish wasteland known as Interzone.

Professor Aronnax, his faithful servant, Conseil, and the Canadian harpooner, Ned Land, begin an extremely hazardous voyage to rid the seas of a little-known and terrifying sea monster. However, the monster turns out to be the Nautilus, a giant submarine commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo, by whom they are soon held captive. So begins not only one of the great adventure classics but also a truly fantastic voyage from the lost city of Atlantis to the South Pole.

When a practical joke at the manor house of Chimneys takes a deadly turn, the discovery of a murdered guest and a strange clock point to a deeper conspiracy. Bundle Brent, a spirited and clever heroine, sets out to unravel the enigma of the Seven Dials Club—a shadowy group whose motives remain shrouded in mystery. As Bundle pieces together cryptic clues and faces growing peril, she discovers that the truth may come at a shocking price.

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is a major work in yoga. This audiobook is about control of mind and the true goal of yoga. The sutras are full of wisdom, and the translation in neat English makes it very easy for people to understand the ancient Sanskrit text. It starts with the birth and growth of spiritual man through the control of mind. In all, this is an all-in-one book for yoga philosophy written by the master himself.

日本浪曲協会の協力を得て提供する浪曲の解説付の名曲選。初代春日井梅鶯の浪曲「佐倉義民伝」から「妻子別れ」の一席。

A chance encounter between two lonely women leads to a passionate romance in this lesbian cult classic. Therese, a struggling young sales clerk, and Carol, a homemaker in the midst of a bitter divorce, abandon their oppressive daily routines for the freedom of the open road, where their love can blossom. But their newly discovered bliss is shattered when Carol is forced to choose between her child and her lover.

In this exclusive collection, Audible presents six of his most-celebrated short stories, chosen and performed by Richard Armitage. Richard, whose interest in the work of Chekhov was sparked by his appearance as Astrov in a stage production of Uncle Vanya, also introduces the collection with a brief overview of each of the stories and his thoughts on why Chekhov’s short stories are not to be missed.

Persuasion, Jane Austen's last novel, is a tale of love and marriage told with irony and insight. Anne Elliot and Captain Wentworth have met and seperated years before. Their reunion, after the passage or irrecoverable years of their youth, forces a recognition of the false values that drove them apart.

二条・東の院の造営が整い、源氏の君は、花散里の君など情をおかけになった女君たちをお住まわせになられます。明石の君は身分違いをわきまえて上洛を渋りますが、明石の入道の勧めで、嵯峨・大堰(おおい)の邸へ母尼君、姫君とともに移り住むことになりました。父入道との永遠の別れをかわした明石の君のもとへ早速、源氏の君がお通いになります。

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弘微殿の女御の世話にかまけ、もうひとりの姫君・雲居の雁を祖母・大宮に任せきりにしていたことを内大臣は悔やんでおりました。 大宮の元で共に育った夕霧とすっかり恋仲になっていたからです。 内大臣から雲居の雁との交際を禁止され、管位の低さも苦にしていた夕霧は、慰めに五節の舞姫のことを思います。

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A century after it first appeared, Crime and Punishment remains one of the most gripping psychological thrillers. A poverty-stricken young man, seeing his family making sacrifices for him, is faced with an opportunity to solve his financial problems with one simple but horrifying act: the murder of a pawnbroker. She is, he feels, just a parasite on society. But does the end justify the means? Rodion Romanovitch Raskolnikov makes his decision and then has to live with it.

The second Dune installment explores new developments on the planet Arrakis, with its intricate social order and strange, threatening environment. Dune Messiah picks up the story of the man known as Muad'Dib, heir to a power unimaginable, bringing to fruition an ambition of unparalleled scale: the centuries-old scheme to create a superbeing who reigns not in the heavens but among men. But the question is: DO all paths of glory lead to the grave?

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Sound interesting? The author thinks so too! Listen to Don Quixote and experience the compelling world of this classic novel!

"Let's Get Together" showcases Isaac Asimov's prophetic vision of artificial intelligence gone wrong. In this chilling short story, humanoid robots with a deadly secret threaten humanity's existence. Originally published in 1957, Asimov's tale eerily anticipates modern concerns about technological oversight and autonomous weapons. This science fiction classic demonstrates why Asimov remains the definitive voice on robotics in literature. Perfect for fans of thought-provoking sci-fi, AI ethics enthusiasts, and collectors of Golden Age science fiction.

金子みすゞは、大正時代末期から昭和時代初期にかけて活躍した童謡詩人ですが、26歳の若さで自らこの世を去っています。その短い期間に、当時の童話、婦人雑誌である『童話』『婦人倶楽部』『婦人画報』『金の星』などに投稿した詩が一斉に掲載され、当時の著名な詩人である西條八十からは“若き童謡詩人の中の「巨星」”とまで賞賛されました。が、しかし、しばらくその存在は忘れられていました。ところが、1980年代以降に改めて注目されることとなり、今では世代を超えて広く親しまれています。金子みすゞは、500編以上の詩を残していますが、その世界は聴く人によって受け止め方は様々です。ここでは、生前に発表された詩を中心に46編の詩を朗読しました。お聴きになる皆さんそれぞれの感性で、“若き巨星”金子みすゞの詩の世界をどうぞお楽しみ下さい。(C)wis

　桐壺院の一周忌の法要に引き続き、中宮の御八講(みはっこう)が催されます。その最後の日、苦悩の果てに中宮は自ら出家を願い出、髪を落としてしまわれました。源氏の君は悲しみ尽きず、東宮(とうぐう)の行く末もご心配です。一方、朧月夜の君は病のため実家の右大臣家に下がっておりましたが、源氏の君は危険を顧みず密会に現れました。

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源氏の院は、何かにつけて生前の紫の上を思い出し、胸を痛めておりました。春、花々が咲き乱れるのを御覧になっても悲しい。 久しぶりに明石の君を訪ね、夜更けまで昔話をしても泊まらずに帰ります。明石の君はそんな仕打ちを恨めしく思いますが、あまりに落胆している御様子がお気の毒で、恨みも忘れ涙ぐむのでした。

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In this Audible Exclusive performance by Matt Lucas of Great Expectations, Charles Dickens demonstrates that conscience, loyalty and empathy are virtues far more valuable than intellect, wealth and social standing. First published in Dickens’ own periodical, All the Year Round, the novel was divided into nine monthly instalments, from December 1860 to August 1861. Unsurprisingly, it was an instant success and managed to sell over 100,000 copies per week. Though written at a challenging time in Dickens’ life, when the impending breakdown of his marriage loomed over him, Great Expectations proves to be one of his most optimistic, comical and romantic novels.

The legendary love story and the major motion picture starring Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep. This is the story of Robert Kincaid, the photographer and free spirit searching for the covered bridges of Madison County, and Francesca Johnson, the farm wife waiting for fulfillment of a girlhood dream. It shows readers what it is to love and be loved so intensely that life is never the same again.

Heathcliff, an orphan boy, and Catherine are raised together at Wuthering Heights. Despite the difference in their social position, they eventually fall in love. Though she loves Heathcliff, Catherine chooses to marry Edgar Linton, a wealthy neighbour. Bitter over her rejection, Heathcliff leaves Wuthering Heights. Years later, he returns and marries Edgar's sister for her money. Catherine dies after giving birth to a daughter. Devastated by Catherine's death, Heathcliff is determined to enact his revenge on Edgar and the next generation.

Three powerful radio productions from the BBC archives starring Ian McKellen, Ronald Pickup and Paul Scofield and a host of celebrated acting talent. These three legendary plays, performed by some of the best-known theatrical actors of the 20th century, are the perfect way to commemorate England's greatest dramatist.

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山本周五郎は「文学には“純”も“不純”もなく、“大衆”も“少数”もない。ただ“よい小説”と“わるい小説”があるばかりだ」を信念とし、普遍妥当性をもつ人間像の造形を生涯の目的とした作家で、時代小説を中心に沢山の作品を残しています。
　その作風は今なお古臭さを感じさせず、繊細に描かれた人の心の機微や人情に、思わず笑わされたり、胸を打たれたりする魅力に溢れています。

＜あらすじ＞
お秋は村次とは腐れ縁だった。十八の頃に出会ってからはや九年、仕事がものになれば、お秋を苦界の商売から足を洗わせてやる……何度もそう言われ続け、お秋は彼との縁を切れずにいた。その一方で船宿の船頭である藤吉には強く思いを寄せられ、一緒になろうと迫られていたが、村次のこともあり、お秋は断り続けていた。
　ある日、店にはおせんという十七の娘がやって来た。借金を抜いて一人が店を出ることになった代わりだった。お秋は世話をしてやり、おせんを気に掛けるが、一方のおせんはなかなかお秋に懐こうとしなかった。
そしてある日、村次が「商売がうまく行かなかった」と、お秋に鞍替えの話を持って来た時、女主人はお秋に対して、おせんの身の上を話すのだった。それはお秋が思ってもみない残酷な真実だった……

＜山本周五郎＞
1903～67年。小説家。山梨

・『羅生門』 芥川龍之介 生きるための悪という人間のエゴイズムを克明に描き、同時に作者自身の解釈を加えた作品として有名。・『高瀬舟』 森鴎外 江戸時代の随筆集「翁草」の中の「流人の話」をもとにして書かれた。財産の多少と欲望の関係、および安楽死の是非をテーマとしている。

マルチな才能の持ち主・俳優の東ちづるが、コアな妖怪からメジャーな妖怪まで愛情いっぱいに描いて、自ら解説！

平安時代の才女・紫式部が書いた、世界最古ともいわれる長編小説『源氏物語』の魅力をやさしく解説!