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Evered by Ben Ames Williams. "Evered" by Ben Ames Williams is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins by vividly depicting a northern land, filled with beauty and character, particularly focusing on the small village of Fraternity, where the lives of its hardy, rustic inhabitants intertwine in complex ways. Among the characters introduced is Evered, a harsh yet powerful farmer and butcher, whose relationship with his gentle son John and his wife Mary is central to the narrative. The opening of "Evered" paints a rich landscape and establishes a tense domestic atmosphere. ...

The Secret of Chimneys by Agatha Christie. "The Secret of Chimneys" by Agatha Christie is a suspenseful detective novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the charming Anthony Cade, who finds himself embroiled in a web of intrigue involving royal secrets and political machinations in a fictional Balkan nation known as Herzoslovakia. As he sets off on a journey to deliver a manuscript of memoirs, he stumbles into a world of blackmail, missing persons, and a potential restoration of a monarchy. At the start of the novel, we meet Anthony Cade while he is working as a tour ...

Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift. First published in 1726, Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" presents, as a mock travel tale, a series of thought experiments mixed with strong elements of social satire. A good part of the fun is seeing Swift work through the practical implications of each of his "what ifs?" — what if I was suddenly enormously magnified or diminished in size? for example - and delighting in the relish with which Swift indulges his great interest in matters scatalogical. As the tale progresses, Swift's skewering of English society becomes more and more pointed, ...

Before Egypt by Robert Bloch is a fast-moving science-fiction adventure that blends ancient mystery, interplanetary travel, danger, and speculation about the origins of civilization.The story follows Mike Mallison, a capable big-game guide who accepts one of the strangest assignments of his career. Professor Brandon and his daughter Doree are convinced that an ancient papyrus may contain evidence linking early Egyptian civilization to a distant world. What begins as an unusual expedition quickly becomes a dangerous journey far beyond Earth.Their search takes them toward a remote planet in the ...

Katie Robertson by Margaret Winslow. Katie Robertson is a tale of a girl who takes on factory work as a means of assisting her widowed mother. The novel introduces the reader to a variety of topics of the day in the late 19th century in the USA for young Christian people and the temptations in the wider world: the problems associated with alcohol and the temperance movement, the dignity in work, the freedoms afforded to immigrants. One particular character's temptation and its subsequent impact weaves through the story with ever increasing suspense. A moral book, the inhabitants of Squantown...

Discover the timeless Urdu stories of Saadat Hasan Manto, Mumtaz Mufti, Ismat Chughtai, Ashfaq Ahmed, and other legendary writers — beautifully narrated in audio format. 🎧 Each episode brings you a classic Urdu afsana filled with emotion, realism, and deep human insight. Presented by Alif Bay Pay | Urdu Audiobooks and Stories — your home for Urdu audiobooks and storytelling podcasts. 🔖 Keywords: Urdu audiobooks, Urdu podcast, Manto afsanay, Urdu literature, Urdu stories, classic Urdu writers, Urdu kahaniyan, Urdu narration.

Love and Freindship, and Other Early Works by Jane Austen. This book draws together some of Jane Austen's earliest literary efforts. It includes "Love & Freindship" and "Lesley Castle" both told through the medium of letters written by the characters. It also contains her wonderful "History of England" and a "Collection of Letters" and lastly a chapter containing "Scraps". In these offerings, we may see the beginnings of Miss Austen's literary style. We may also discern traces of characters that we encounter in her later works. G. K. Chesterton in his preface, for example, says of a ...

Edgar Allan Poe. Edgar Allan Poe (January 19, 1809 – October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales involving mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as one of the central figures of Romanticism and Gothic fiction in the United States and of early American literature. Poe was one of the country's first successful practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered to be one of the pioneers of the detective fiction genre. In addition, he is credited with contributing ...

Your Invisible Power by Genevieve Behrend. In 'Your Invisible Power and How to Use It', Genevieve Behrend will guide you through the use of visualization, teaching you how to manifest the things in life that you want by visualizing them and making them come to you. This power of positive thinking has revolutionized how we look at the world. Everything you need to succeed is inside you and this book will help you unlock it. A practical guide to manifesting The Law of Attraction in your life. Genevieve Behrend was Thomas Troward's only pupil and was very well versed in the Law of Attraction ...

Stoicism. Stoicism is a philosophical movement and practical guide to living, emphasizing daily self-discipline and moral improvement, which originated in the Hellenistic period of ancient Greece and continued well into the Roman Imperial period. The ancient Stoics believed that the universe operated according to reason, or logos, providing a unified account of the world, constructed from ideals of rational discourse, monistic physics, and naturalistic ethics. These ideals constitute virtue, which is necessary for the Stoic goal of 'living a well-reasoned life'. Stoic philosophy is ...

A Guide to Stoicism by St. George William Joseph Stock. This book is a primer on the philosophy of stoicism, resurrected from its origins in Greek and Roman philosophy. The original philosophy was based on a reasoning process which it was assumed would lead to a virtuous life. Zeno, the founder of stoicism, did not begin expounding on its teachings until he was in his forties. He believed that the purpose of life was "to live consistently." Cleanthes, his disciple, added "with nature," so that the purpose of life became "to live consistently with nature."

The Ambulance Made Two Trips by Murray Leinster is a clever and entertaining science-fiction story that mixes crime, mystery, humor, and one very unusual scientific idea.Detective Sergeant Fitzgerald knows exactly who is causing trouble in town. Powerful racketeer Big Jake Connors has built his influence through intimidation, violence, and corruption, yet the police have little they can use against him. Connors and his men appear almost untouchable—until they choose the wrong small business to threaten.When a local establishment refuses to cooperate with the gangsters, strange accidents ...

Alice’s Adventures Underground by Lewis Carroll is the original handwritten version of the story that would later become Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Shorter, more intimate, and more direct than the published novel, it offers listeners a fascinating glimpse into the earliest form of one of the most imaginative classics in English literature.The story follows Alice as she tumbles down a rabbit hole and enters a strange underground world filled with impossible creatures, absurd conversations, curious rules, and unexpected transformations. Along the way, she meets unforgettable ...

The story of the Second World War told by former BBC newsreader Richard Baker, with original recordings from the BBC. From Neville Chamberlain's historic declaration of war on Germany in 1939 to the sounds of rejoicing crowds on VJ Day in August 1945, the BBC - regarded at home and abroad as the very voice of Britain and the world's most trusted broadcaster - brought the full picture to an attentive nation.

In this remarkable collection of BBC recordings, we hear what the people of the Home Front listened to as they lived, loved, laughed and worked through the dark days of World War Two; from the stirring speeches and air-raid sirens, to the humour and music that helped to keep them smiling through.

This is an early translation from the Anglo-Saxon seventh-century epic poem, which is based on Norse legends of wars and monsters and tells of the heroic deeds of the warrior Beowulf. Translated by A. Diedrich Wackerbarth.

The Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. Marcus Aurelius wrote Meditations in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. These memos survive and continue to inspire others to this day. These writings take the form of quotations varying in length from one sentence to long paragraphs. He explicates the Stoic philosophy that the only way a man can be harmed by others is to allow his reaction to overpower him. He shows no particular religious faith in his writings, but seems to believe that some sort of logical, benevolent force organizes the ...

Casa Velha: Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis. Com o fim de escrever um livro sobre a história do Primeiro Reinado, um cônego procura conhecer uma casa onde morou um ex-ministro, na qual havia papéis que o ajudariam na sua pesquisa. Durante esta pesquisa, o cônego torna-se grande amigo da família. Deste modo, vê na amizade de Félix (filho da dona da casa, D. Antônia) e Lalau (uma agregada da casa) uma possível paixão. No desenrolar da trama, descobre que sua observação estava correta. Este romance esquecido de Machado de Assis foi redescoberto somente no século XX, tendo sido, até...

Senhora de José de Alencar. Senhora é um dos mais importantes clássicos da literatura brasileira, e o terceiro livro do mesmo autor que analisa a situação da mulher na sociedade brasileira do século XIX. Através da história de amor e separação entre Aurélia e Fernando, o autor critica a decadência da elite cortesã, a importância dada ao dinheiro e os casamentos por interesse. O romance, dividido em quatro partes, reflete este objetivo em sua própria estrutura, em que imita uma transação comercial: preço, quitação, posse, resgate. "Senhora" is one of the most important ...

Il personaggio di Pinocchio - burattino umanizzato nella tendenza a nascondersi dietro facili menzogne e a cui cresce il naso in rapporto ad ogni bugia che dice - è stato fatto proprio con il tempo anche dal mondo del cinema e da quello dei fumetti. Sulla sua figura sono stati inoltre realizzati album musicali e allestimenti teatrali in forma di musical.Nelle intenzioni di Collodi pare non vi fosse quella di creare un racconto per l’infanzia: nella prima versione, infatti, il burattino moriva, impiccato a causa dei suoi innumerevoli errori. Solo nelle versioni successive, pubblicate a ...