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A diverse selection of dramas by award-winning writer RC Sherriff Playwright and screenwriter RC Sherriff was best known for his anti-war classic Journey’s End, based on his own experiences of serving on the Western Front. He was a co-writer on several successful screenplays, including The...

This is a volume of poems by Ella Wheeler Wilcox, published in 1919. - Summary by Carolin

Francis Thompson, an English poet and author, is best known for his poem "Hound of Heaven," included in this selection of his poems. After submitting some poems to the magazine "Merrie England," the editors, Wilfrid and Alice Meynell, became his benefactors and published his first volume, "Poems." Wilfrid Meynell selected these poems form Thompson's works and provides an enlightening biographical sketch. At the end of this volume are a selection of tributes to Thompson ranging from newspaper reviews to an appreciation from G.K Chesterton. - Summary by Larry Wilson

George Herbert was one of the so-called Metaphysical Poets, along with John Donne and Andrew Marvel, and The Temple: Sacred Poems and Private Ejaculations, published in 1633, contains all his surviving English poems. All of Herbert's poems are on religious themes and are characterised by directness of expression which, in the Metaphysical manner, is functional rather than visual. Herbert was for a time Public Orator at the University of Cambridge but later became a rural Parish Minister. Though he was always esteemed for his oratory, the poetic skill with which he expressed his thoughts had to...

A collection of poems by G.K. Chesterton, centered around the Blessed Virgin Mary. The title is in reference to the seven sorrows of Mary. “And thy own soul a sword shall pierce, that, out of many hearts thoughts may be revealed.” (Luke 2:34) (Summary by Maria Therese)

A collection of poems by Dorothy Parker that previously appeared in Life, Vanity Fair, The New Yorker, and The New York World. Included here is the famous short poem "News Item": Men seldom make passes - At girls who wear glasses. - Summary by mleigh

تدور أحداث عطيل حول القائد العسكري عطيل الذي يقع ضحية لمكائد وحسد مساعده ياغو، فيزرع الشك في قلبه تجاه زوجته ديدمونة. تتناول المسرحية موضوعات الغيرة والخيانة والثقة العمياء وتأثير التلاعب النفسي على الإنسان. يصور ويليام شكسبير من خلالها الصراع بين الحب والشك بطريقة مأساوية عميقة. وتُعد «عطيل» من أشهر المآسي العالمية التي تكشف كيف يمكن للغيرة أن تدمر الإنسان وحياته بالكامل.

In the untamed wilderness of the Great West, legends come to life. Meet Red Pierre, a rugged frontiersman with a heart as fierce as the wild horses he rides, and his enigmatic counterpart, McGurk, the phantom gunfighter whose aim is said to be unmatched. Their lives intertwine against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes and treacherous challenges, where every encounter could be their last. 'Riders of the Silences' immerses listeners in a world where courage and destiny collide. As the sun sets over the horizon, the stakes rise. Pierre battles not just the elements but also the shadows of ...

In a shadowy kingdom beyond our own, chaos reigns and danger lurks at every turn. When adventurers encounter Red Sensua, a figure shrouded in mystery, they find themselves thrust into a world of revolution and intrigue. With a knife glistening ominously, Sensua unleashes a wave of turmoil that challenges their courage and resolve. As they navigate this surreal landscape, they must confront not only external threats but also the fears that lie within. 'Phantoms of Reality' is a gripping tale that blends action, adventure, and the unknown. Join the journey as our heroes face impossible choices ...

This is a collection of French poems by Charles Baudelaire, originally titled "Les Fleurs du mal." It was popular in the symbolist and modernist movements of the 19th century, and the poems are about decadence and eroticism. (Summary by Assaf Koss)

"Chicago Poems" was Carl Sandburg's first collection published by a mainstream publishing house. This slender volume contains at least two of Sandburg's best known poems: "Chicago" and the haiku-like "Fog." (Summary by KevinS)

Bed time Stories for Aidan Christopher is a collection of: Favorite stories submitted and read by the Volunteers at LibriVox. This project has been undertaken to celebrate the October 2007 arrival into the world of: Aidan Christopher ! (Description written by: Robert Scott (his uncle)

This is a collection of long poems and short stories by Amy Lowell. - Summary by Carolin

A collection of poems about life. Written in an easy and interesting style this book includes poems about many parts of family life, motherhood, babies, dads, and youth. None of them long, they focus the listener on the blessings of life. - Summary by Trotsa

Anne Brontë was the youngest of the three famous literary sisters and is best known for her novel The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. She wrote poems throughout her short life, many of them published under various pen names. All her known surviving poems are collected here. (Summary by Alan Mapstone)

Thirty-two poems about life in the American Midwest, focusing on the city of Chicago, Illinois. Summary by Matt Pierard

In 1850, a rising tide of evil plagues a small Indiana town. Only one woman’s long-buried secrets can stop it. But revealing them will spell her doom. In the years since her father disappeared and her mother perished under suspicious circumstances, Emily Hampshire has endured relentless scrutiny in New Harmony. Yearning to simply blend in and finally escape the gossip and glances, she strives for the expected —get married and live an uneventful life. But when Emily finally falls in love, everything falls apart. A brutal murder thrusts her once again into the center of scandal and terror.

“The Byron of our modern poetesses," was the verdict of Henry Nelson Coleridge, the eldest son of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge, writing in an 1840 issue of The Quarterly Review about the poet Caroline Norton. Born Caroline Elizabeth Sarah Sheridan in 1808, she was the granddaughter of the famous Irish playwright Richard Brinsley Sheridan. On their introduction to London Society, Caroline and her two sisters were dubbed The Three Graces for their beauty and accomplishments. Her disastrous marriage to George Norton in 1827 ultimately led to her campaigning successfully to change those Laws...

In 'Murder Madness,' chaos unfolds as seven Secret Service agents vanish without a trace. The mystery deepens when one of them is discovered, transformed into a violent madman. With fingers that writhe like snakes, he becomes a chilling symbol of a greater threat. Bell, an operative from the covert 'Trade,' sets off on a heart-pounding journey into the jungles of South America. His mission? To confront The Master, a shadowy figure wielding a devastating power that could poison an entire continent. Packed with suspense, action, and unexpected twists, this gripping tale explores the lengths one ...

In 'Rainbow Trail,' Zane Grey takes listeners on an unforgettable adventure set against the stunning backdrop of the Wild West. This gripping sequel to 'The Riders of the Purple Sage' dives deeper into the complexities of life within a Mormon community, where the struggle for freedom and love intertwines with societal expectations. The story follows the courageous protagonist as he navigates the challenges posed by polygamy and its impact on women. Grey’s vivid storytelling brings to life the harsh realities faced by those trapped in a system that often sidelines their voices. The themes of ...