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  The Old Curiosity Shop

  Charles Dickens

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  Dickens's Little Nell became one of his best-known heroines when The Old Curiosity Shop was first published in 1841. Virtuous and stoic, Nell takes care of her grandfather in his gloomy shop until his gambling debts force the pair of them to flee London. They are hunted by the grotesque and villainous moneylender Quilp and Nell's own worthless brother, Fred, who wrongly believes that their grandfather has a hidden fortune. Through a kaleidoscopic round of people and events, Nell and her grandfather eventually reach a safe refuge, although neither of them is destined to enjoy it for long

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  The Complete Make Believe...

  Laura Lee Hope

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  The Complete Make Believe Stories Series includes 11 children's books.
  The Make Believe Stories series, begun in 1918 under the pseudonym of Laura Lee Hope (best known for the Bobbsey Twins series), consisted of 12 books. The final book was published in 1923, while the series continued to be printed in different versions for years to come. It is highly likely that Lilian Garis and her husband Howard R. Garis were responsible for the writing of these books for the Stratemeyer Syndicate, although other syndicate authors may have been involved.
  Included in this collection:
  1. The Story of a Sawdust Doll (1920)
  2. The Story of a White Rocking Horse (1920)
  3. The Story of a Lamb on Wheels (1920)
  4. The Story of a Bold Tin Soldier (1920)
  5. The Story of a Candy Rabbit (1920)
  6. The Story of a Monkey on a Stick (1920)
  7. The Story of a Calico Clown (1920)
  8. The Story of a Nodding Donkey (1921)
  9. The Story of a Plush Bear (1921)
  10. The Story of a Stuffed Elephant (1922)
  11. The Story of a Woolly Dog (1923)

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  The Country of the Blind

  H. G. Wells

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  Herbert George Wells (1866-1946) was a prolific English writer, now best remembered for his science fiction novels and often credited as being the father of science fiction.'The Country of the Blind' is the strange story of a mountain guide who accidently falls off a cliff ledge in the Andes. He survives the fall unhurt, and finds himself in a remote valley where a tribe lives completely cut off from the rest of the world.A hereditary illness has meant that for 15 generations all the members of the tribe have been born blind. As a result, they now have a highly evolved sense of hearing, scent and touch. 'In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is king,' thinks the mountaineer. But he finds that the gift of sight is far less useful or appreciated that he had expected in the country of the blind.

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  Jane Austen & Her Times

  Geraldine Edith Mitton

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  Here is a lively and highly accessible overview of the life and times of one of England's most beloved authors. Using excerpts from a wide variety of sources, such as Austen's own personal correspondence and the works of her contemporaries, Mitton chronicles her literary career and family life amidst the changing climate of the Georgian and Regency eras, giving the reader a sense of what it was like to live in her world. A must-read for the dedicated Austen aficionado! 
   
  "Jane Austen and Her Times," which was first published in 1905. The book provides a detailed look at the social and cultural context in which Jane Austen lived and worked, exploring topics such as fashion, food, travel, and leisure activities. 
   
  Mitton draws on a range of sources, including Austen's novels and letters, to paint a picture of life in Georgian England. She also provides biographical information about Austen and discusses the critical reception of her work. 
   
  This is considered an important work of Austen scholarship and provides valuable insights into the world in which Austen lived and wrote. The book has been reissued and reprinted several times since its original publication and remains a popular resource for Austen enthusiasts and scholars. 
    
    
   

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  Ben Hur: A tale of the Christ

  Lew Wallace

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  Ben-Hur is an epic tale of betrayal, redemption, and the enduring power of hope set against the grandeur of ancient Rome. The novel follows Judah Ben-Hur, a noble Jewish prince whose life is shattered by betrayal, propelling him on a relentless journey from the depths of despair to the heights of heroic triumph. As he navigates a world rife with political intrigue, brutal chariot races, and the sweeping influence of destiny, Ben-Hur's personal quest becomes intertwined with the larger currents of history and faith. His story is a timeless exploration of revenge, forgiveness, and the redemptive power of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming adversity.

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  Jane Eyre

  Charlotte Brontë

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  "Charlotte Brontë's great masterpiece of English prose has lost nothing over the passing of the time since it was written. The story of a young girl who battles against all the odds to find love and become successful, in spite of all the challenges of class, poverty and society, facing her. Written during the Victorian era, its lessons are still relevant for women and girls today! This version has all the French and German passages narrated in English for the easier understanding of the modern reader."

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