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  Concerning the American Language...

  Mark Twain

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  Samuel Langhorne Clemens was born in Florida, Missouri on the 30th November 1835 and is far better known by his pen name of Mark Twain.  An American writer and humorist of the first order he is perhaps best known for his novels ‘The Adventures of Tom Sawyer’ and its sequel ‘The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn’ which are often described with that mythic line The Great American Novel. 
  Twain grew up in Hannibal, Missouri which would later provide the backdrop to these great novels.  Apprenticed to a printer he also became a typesetter and then a master riverboat pilot on the Mississippi.  Later, heading west with his brother Orion to make his fortune, he failed at gold mining and instead turned to journalism and thence his true calling as a writer of humorous stories where his wit and humor sparkled from every paragraph, his craft evident with every page and punctured target. 
  A staunch supporter of copyright protections this helped him keep much of the wealth his writing created, though much money was also lost on investments that he pursued in his love for science and technology as well as investing in his own inventions. 
  Twain was born during a visit by Halley’s comet, and he predicted that he would go out with it as well.  He died the day after its subsequent return on 21st April 1910, at his house, Stormfield, located in Redding, Connecticut.

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  Emma

  Jane Austen

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  Emma, is a novel about youthful hubris and romantic misunderstandings. It is set in the fictional country village of Highbury and the surrounding estates of Hartfield, Randalls and Donwell Abbey, and involves the relationships among people from a small number of families. The novel was first published in December 1815, with its title page listing a publication date of 1816. As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian–Regency England. Emma is a comedy of manners, and depicts issues of marriage, sex, age, and social status.Before she began the novel, Austen wrote, "I am going to take a heroine whom no one but myself will much like."  In the first sentence, she introduces the title character as "Emma Woodhouse, handsome, clever, and rich, with a comfortable home and a happy disposition... had lived nearly twenty-one years in the world with very little to distress or vex her." Emma is spoiled, headstrong, and self-satisfied; she greatly overestimates her own matchmaking abilities; she is blind to the dangers of meddling in other people's lives; and her imagination and perceptions often lead her astray.Emma, written after Austen's move to Chawton, was her last novel to be published during her lifetime, while Persuasion, the last complete novel Austen wrote, was published posthumously.The novel has been adapted for a number of films, television programmes and stage plays.Jane Austen was an English novelist known primarily for her six major novels, which interpret, critique, and comment upon the British landed gentry at the end of the 18th century. Austen's plots often explore the dependence of women on marriage in the pursuit of favorable social standing and economic security. Her works critique the novels of sensibility of the second half of the 18th century and are part of the transition to 19th-century literary realism.

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  Flowering of the Strange Orchid...

  H. G. Wells

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  The buying of orchids always has in it a certain speculative flavour. You have before you the brown shrivelled lump of tissue, and for the rest you must trust your judgment, or the auctioneer, or your good luck, as your taste may incline. The plant may be moribund or dead, or it may be just a respectable purchase, fair value for your money, or perhaps-for the thing has happened again and again-there slowly unfolds before the delighted eyes of the happy purchaser, day after day, some new variety, some novel richness, a strange twist of the labellum, or some subtler colouration or unexpected mimicry. Pride, beauty, and profit blossom together on one delicate green spike, and, it may be, even immortality. For the new miracle of nature may stand in need of a new specific name, and what so convenient as that of its discoverer? "John-smithia"! There have been worse names.

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  Les Misérables: Volume 5: Jean...

  Victor Hugo

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  Victor-Marie Hugo (26 February 1802 - 22 May 1885) was a French poet, novelist, essayist, playwright, and dramatist of the Romantic movement. During a literary career that spanned more than sixty years, he wrote abundantly in an exceptional variety of genres: lyrics, satires, epics, philosophical poems, epigrams, novels, history, critical essays, political speeches, funeral orations, diaries, and letters public and private, as well as dramas in verse and prose.
  BOOK 7: THE LAST DRAUGHT FROM THE CUP: The days that follow weddings are solitary. People respect the meditations of the happy pair. And also, their tardy slumbers, to some degree. The tumult of visits and congratulations only begins later on. On the morning of the 17th of February, it was a little past midday when Basque, with napkin and feather-duster under his arm, busy in setting his antechamber to rights, heard a light tap at the door.

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  Thanksgiving Stories and Other...

  Louisa May Alcott, Lucy Maud...

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  Experience the warmth, nostalgia, and spirit of Thanksgiving with our curated collection of timeless tales brought to life in captivating audio form. Perfect for cozy gatherings, solo listening, or cherished family traditions, this audiobook offers a rich tapestry of Thanksgiving-themed stories that capture the essence of gratitude, family, and the joys of the season. 
   
  Featured Stories Include: 
   
  "An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving" (Dramatic Reading) by Louisa May Alcott: Immerse yourself in a heartwarming narrative that transports you to a bygone era, celebrating family bonds and cherished traditions. 
   
  "The Bartletts' Thanksgiving Day" by Lucy Maud Montgomery: Delve into a tale of gratitude, unexpected events, and the beauty of simple pleasures woven into the fabric of Thanksgiving. 
   
  "Two Thanksgiving Day Gentlemen" by O. Henry: Explore the juxtaposition of two different worlds colliding on Thanksgiving Day, showcasing the universality of kindness and generosity. 
   
  "The Serious Family" by Morris Barnett: Enjoy a delightful, lighthearted narrative that weaves humor and Thanksgiving cheer into the fabric of family dynamics. 
   
  "Cornhuskers" by Carl Sandburg: Revel in the poetic beauty and profound reflections on life, gratitude, and the essence of the harvest season.

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  The Masque of the Red Death

  Edgar Allan Poe

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  Step into the eerie and haunting world of Edgar Allan Poe with "The Masque of the Red Death," the first part of an Edgar Allan Poe short story collection, narrated by Jake Urry. In this chilling tale, Prince Prospero and his courtiers attempt to escape a deadly plague by secluding themselves in a lavish abbey. Their sense of security is shattered when a mysterious figure cloaked in red appears during their masquerade ball, reminding them that death cannot be escaped. 
  Jake Urry's narration brings the suspense and gothic horror of Poe's story to life, making this audiobook an immersive experience. Perfect for both long-time fans and newcomers to Poe's work, this recording captures the dark, atmospheric essence of "The Masque of the Red Death," delivering a truly unforgettable listening experience.

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