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  Her First Ball

  Katherine Mansfield

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  "Her First Ball" is a 1921 short story by Katherine Mansfield. It was first published in The Sphere on 28 November 1921, and later reprinted in The Garden Party and Other Stories.
  A young girl called Leila has come to the city to stay with her cousins. They are going to a ball. Leila is very excited: this is her first ball. Once there, she is both excited and terrified. After dancing with several young boys her own age, she dances with a wrinkly balding man who has been coming to balls for a while. This spoils her mood until she dances with a good looking young gentleman where her worries disappear.

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  King Arthur - A Retelling

  Joseph Comyns Carr

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  A retelling of the classic legend of King Arthur, Guinevere & Sir Lancelot. A 4 Act Drama 
   
  Introducing the mesmerizing digital audio version of "King Arthur: A Retelling of the Classic Legend" by Joseph Comyns Carr. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Camelot, where honor, love, and destiny collide in a riveting four-act drama. 
   
  Step into a realm where knights wield swords and chivalry, where queens possess untamed beauty, and where the fate of a kingdom hangs in the balance. This digital audio adaptation brings Carr's captivating work to life, allowing you to experience the legendary tale in a whole new way. 
   
  Through the power of audio, you'll be transported to the grand halls of King Arthur's court, where the ambitious King strives to forge a kingdom united under the principles of justice and virtue. The resonant voices of the talented cast will breathe life into the iconic characters, painting vivid images in your mind's eye and immersing you in their emotional journeys. 
   
  Feel the palpable tension as Arthur and his noble knights face their greatest challenges, battling against dark forces and treachery that threaten to tear apart the very fabric of Camelot. Witness the passionate love triangle between Arthur, the beautiful Guinevere, and the valiant Sir Lancelot, as they navigate conflicting loyalties and the relentless pursuit of their desires. 
   
  This digital audio version of "King Arthur" brings the narrative alive through richly layered sound effects, transporting you to the battlefield, the mythical Avalon, and the majestic Round Table. 

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  The Nymph and the Lamp

  Thomas H Raddall

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  From an award-winning, master storyteller, a classic love story set on a barren, post-World War I island known for its shipwrecks.   A Nova Scotia classic, The Nymph and the Lamp is the story of Isabel Jardin, a strong and sensitive woman, and the men in her life—the stoic Matthew Carney, a living legend, the passionate Gregory Skane, and the innocent but infatuated Jim Sargent. Set in the 1920s, the story unfolds against the wild desolation of Marina, a wind-swept island off the coast of Nova Scotia, as the characters come to terms with their personal contradictions and the demands of isolated island life.

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  A Christmas Carol

  Charles Dickens

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  A Christmas Carol is a popular Christmas story by Charles Dickens. Scrooge is a greedy old man, who only cares about himself. One night he is greeted by a couple of ghosts who teach him a lesson. The moral of the story is: be kind, appreciate your family and friends and help those in need. Recommended for age 7+.

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  The Picture of Dorian Gray

  Oscar Wilde

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  In a late nineteenth century London studio, aspiring artist Basil Hallward puts the finishing touches on a portrait of his handsome young friend Dorian Gray. Dorian looks at the painting and wishes that the portrait might grow old while he remains forever young. As Dorian spends his life pursuing fresh experiences and new sensations, his looks do not change. However, the portrait, secretly hidden in the attic of Gray's residence—and with which he has grown increasingly obsessed—does. More and more, as Dorian struggles to hide his true identity, the portrait reveals his progressive path to dissolution.

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  Three Musketeers The - Audiobook

  Alexandre Dumas, Classic...

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  The Three Musketeers by Alexandre Dumas is a swashbuckling historical adventure set in 17th-century France. The novel follows the brave and impulsive young d'Artagnan, who leaves his home in Gascony to join the King's Musketeers in Paris. There, he befriends the legendary trio of Athos, Porthos, and Aramis—three musketeers bound by loyalty, courage, and the famous motto: "All for one, and one for all."Together, they navigate a world of political intrigue, royal secrets, and deadly plots involving Cardinal Richelieu and the mysterious spy Milady de Winter. As battles rage and loyalties are tested, the four companions risk everything in the name of honor and friendship.Dumas' timeless classic combines action, romance, and humor with richly drawn characters and fast-paced storytelling. The Three Musketeers remains one of the most beloved adventure novels of all time.

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