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  The Guermantes Way

  Marcel Proust

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  In the third volume of the celebrated novel, a writer comes into his own and learns the way of the world in Paris.   Continuing the nameless narrator’s voyage through his memories after Within a Budding Grove, The Guermantes Way finds him and his family entering Parisian high society. They have moved into a stately old town house owned by the Duke and Duchess de Guermantes in the Fauborg Saint-Germain district of Paris. Daily sightings of the duchess do nothing but fan the flames of the narrator’s infatuation with her. So, of course, he falls in love once more. He also continues his journey as a writer, visiting aristocratic and literary salons where, beneath a thin veneer of manners, a battle for political, sexual, and social supremacy rages on . . .   Originally published in two volumes in 1920 and 1921, The Guermantes Way explores the customs of Parisian society in Belle Époque France.  Praise for Marcel Proust   “Whatever your preference, Proust is a pleasure no serious reader should miss.” —Kirkus Reviews   “Reading Proust . . . it’s a whole world not just a book. Everyone wants to live more than one life and Proust is like ‘here’s another one you can live.’” —Francine Prose, New York Times–bestselling author of Mister Monkey   “I can think of only one other writer capable of such breadth and humanity: Shakespeare.” —André Aciman, New York Times–bestselling author of Find Me   “When I want to restore my faith in literature, I read Proust. . . . Reading Proust is like watching a galaxy being put together, one particle at a time.” —Aleksandar Hemon, author of The Making of Zombie Wars

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  Julius Caesar

  William Shakespeare

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  Julius Caesar triumphantly returns Rome where he is met by betrayal, conspiracy and ultimately, assassination followed by Mark Antony’s revenge on the plotters. The drama is also the story of Marcus Brutus and his struggle between the conflicting demands of his friendship with Caesar and his loyalty to Roman ideals.

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  A Scandal in Bohemia

  Sir Aarthur Conan Doyl

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  A King… A beautiful woman… A photograph ripe for blackmail… Sherlock Holmes has a unique situation to handle. And he finds his adversary to be a most remarkable woman! Dr. Watson, ever by the indomitable detective’s side, puts himself at risk of arrest for his friend!Sir Arthur Conan Doyle declared this to be his fifth favorite Sherlock Holmes story. You just might decide its Number One, on your list! A concise tale, told by the Master of the British Detective Story!

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  Where the Trail Forks

  Jack London

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  Where the Trail Forks is a late 19th century work of literature and is fiction. London's main purpose in this text is to entertain his readers by revealing to them an exciting fictitious event. London ties his story in with naturalism by describing natures terrain and landscape in many instances. Throughout the story there are many encounters with nature itself as well as wild animals such as dogs. Jack londons diction in this piece can be related to the diction reflecting the time period this work of literature was written. The way the sentences are constructed also reflect back on his time period using terminology that is less common in todays society.  The tone of the story starts off London sets the stage for the setting by starting the story in a forest full of snow covered pine trees with a handful of men waiting by a campfire protecting their food from a pack of hungry, wild dogs.

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  A Versailles Christmas Tide

  Mary Stuart Boyd

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  Step into the opulent world of Versailles during Christmastime with Mary Stuart Boyd’s charming holiday tale, The Versailles Christmas Tide. Set against the luxurious backdrop of the French palace, this story brings to life the festive celebrations, historical elegance, and enchanting customs of a bygone era. Boyd captures the wonder of the season, blending vivid descriptions of holiday decor with the timeless spirit of togetherness and joy. 
  Narrated by Tiffany Perdue, this audiobook transports listeners to a magical Versailles, where Christmas comes alive with warmth and sophistication. Perdue’s narration enhances the rich atmosphere and historical details, inviting audiences into a celebration that is both lavish and heartwarming. 
  Perfect for fans of classic literature, historical settings, and holiday tales, The Versailles Christmas Tide offers an immersive journey into the splendor of the season, making it an ideal listen for those who cherish timeless holiday traditions.

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  Tiger! Tiger! (Unabridged)

  Rudyard Kipling

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  Mowgli returns to the human village and is adopted by Messua and her husband, who believe him to be their long-lost son. Mowgli leads the village boys who herd the village's buffaloes. Shere Khan comes to hunt Mowgli, but he is warned by Gray Brother wolf, and with Akela they find Shere Khan asleep, and stampede the buffaloes to trample Shere Khan to death. Mowgli leaves the village, and goes back to hunt with the wolves until he becomes a man.

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