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The Fifth Book of the Faerie Queene contayning the Legende of Artegall or of Ivstice.This masterpiece was never completed, but it continues to be one of the most beautiful and important works of literature ever written. Spenser wrote it as a paean to the Virgin Queen Elizabeth, and to the golden age which he believed she had brought to England. Sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh and commended by the foremost literary minds of his day, Spenser's book remains one of the crowning poetic achievements of the Elizabethan period.

This collection of articles by and about Mark Twain and his family was compiled by Barbara Schmidt, publisher of twainquotes.com. Included in Part Two of this chronological listing (1880-1889) are some of Twain’s short stories, speeches and letters, as they appeared in the New York Times in that decade. The original microfiche articles are available at the New York Times “Time Machine” website: https://timesmachine.nytimes.c... and here. - Summary by John Greenman and Barbara Schmidt

Christmas Eve Mary receives a nutcracker. At midnight, this gift comes alive and brings her into a world full of dolls, candies and rose scent. The little wooden soldiers of her brother Fritz and the toys that are in the glass cabinet of the family room also come alive. At the same time, the mice and their king with seven crowns appear in the living room. Battle ensues. In fact, it turns out to be a stunning Christmas for little Marie. The tale "Nutcracker and Mouse-king" of Hoffmann was adapted into a ballet in 1892 by Tchaïkovsky. - Summary by Aïda Boumaza

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The book is a breezy, first-person account of a 2 month summer tour of the U.S. states of Nebraska, Wyoming, Colorado, and Kansas when Parkman was 23. (Summary by Wikipedia)

An account of the origins of the wine industry in Victoria, Australia. Born in Neuchatel, Switzerland, Hubert de Castella was one of a number of friends of Governor Latrobe's wife to emigrate to Victoria. Finding the soil and climate suited to the production of fine wines, de Castella pioneered the growth of the wine industry in the state. - Summary by Philip Benson

Recorded LIVE at Illinois State University, The Bellhop is a single-episode audio horror experience. Each on the verge of losing themselves to their own mental quandaries, three hotel guests wander into the same elevator in the dead of night. However, the elevator, along with its strangely-dressed attendant, may not be entirely what they seem. As the elevator travels ever downward, and mind-twisting horrors begin to inflict the guests, they must learn to push themselves – and each other – towards the edge of change… or accept that the only way out is down. For eternity.

Manis. Murder. Marinara.Carla Marie Castiglioni runs a nail-salon/ tarot shop called Mani-Festations in the Greater Pebble Creek Station Metropolitan Area. When her best friend, the opera singer Ivy de Rosa, is framed for murder, Carla's gotta catch a killer, clear Ivy's name, and figure out how to keep her landlord cousin from selling her shop to the highest bidder.She also hates cops.

In 'Lark' E. Nesbit weaves a captivating tale that resonates with young hearts and minds. Follow Jane and Lucilla, two spirited girls facing unexpected twists in their lives. When Jane's guardian raises their hopes for a bright future, a sudden financial setback forces them to confront reality. With courage and creativity, they embark on a quest to earn their own livings. This delightful story captures their adventures, challenges, and the bonds that strengthen their friendship. As they navigate the ups and downs of life, they meet two intriguing men who change their destinies. Perfect for ...

In this classic novella, the life of a drab office clerk named Golyadkin begins to be haunted by his "doppelgänger," a man identical to him possessing all the charm and charisma Golyadkin lacks. This double shows up over and over again, succeeding in the things Golyadkin has failed to do throughout his life. As this double infiltrates himself more and more into Golyadkin's life, the reader is left wondering who he is and what his purposes might be. - Summary by Magda Wilde

In the coming-of-age story, we follow a young Italian nobleman, Fabrizio Valserra, Marchesino del Dongo, on many adventures, including his experiences at the Battle of Waterloo, and romantic intrigues.

🎧 Hercule Poirot is a classic Old Time Radio detective series that brings to life the brilliant Belgian sleuth created by Agatha Christie. This engaging drama series, which aired during the golden age of radio, features Poirot solving intricate mysteries with his keen intellect and meticulous attention to detail. The series captures the essence of 1940s detective storytelling, immersing listeners in a world of crime, intrigue, and deduction.📻 Each episode presents a new case for Poirot, often involving murder, theft, or deception, showcasing his unique methods of investigation and his ...

Sir Terence Rattigan was one of Britain's greatest playwrights, renowned for his well-crafted dramas of upper-class manners and repressed sexuality. He was hugely popular throughout the 1940s and early '50s, and had the rare distinction of having plays running in three West End theatres simultaneously. Having fallen out of fashion in the '60s, his work is now enjoying a huge revival. Included here are some of his most esteemed plays, adapted for radio and brought together in chronological order in one statement collection.

William Shakespeare may have been the greatest playwright in the English language, but how does he measure up as a historian? In this brilliant comparison between the events and characters in Shakespeare's history plays and the actual events that inspired them, acclaimed historian John Julius Norwich examines the nine works that together amount to an epic masterpiece on England's most fascinating period.

In the second installment of the Marcia Schuyler trilogy, Phoebe Deane finds herself trapped in her brothers household, enduring the cruelty of her spiteful sister-in-law. As whispers of marriage proposals swirl around her, it seems inevitable that she is destined for a life with an abusive man and his unruly children. However, a fateful encounter in the woods one afternoon sets her on a path that could change everything. (Summary by TriciaG)

A treasured children’s classic, Susan Coolidge’s What Katy Did is a vivid story of childhood bravery with a feisty heroine at its heart. Twelve-year-old Katy is a dreamer. She invents exciting games, faraway lands and imagines that one day she’ll be charming and graceful. But in the...

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The brave warrior Macbeth allows himself to be persuaded by Lady Macbeth, his wife, to slay good King Duncan and seize the throne of Scotland for himself. Macbeth achieves his ambition, but one murder proves not to be enough as he desperately attempts to eliminate all who might threaten his ill-gotten power. Descending into paranoia, Macbeth achieves his ambition but ravages his soul.

On a lonely stretch of Welsh coastline a fisherman is killed by a hideous creature from beneath the waves. When the Doctor and Rose arrive, they discover a village where the children are plagued by nightmares, and the nights are ruled by monsters. The villagers suspect that ancient industrialist...

With detailed plot summaries and an in-depth analysis of the major characters and themes, this is a brilliant, innovative exploration of the entire canon of Shakespeare plays, sonnets and poetry, from the comedies of Twelfth Night and As You Like It to the tragedies of Julius Caesar and Hamlet, plus lost plays and lesser known works of poetry. Packed with witty anecdotes and memorable quotes, The Shakespeare Book, with Roger May's narration, brings the Bard's best-loved characters and story lines to life.