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A stranger and foreigner arrives at the offices of a small publication in London only to be faced by the “editor” whose face is completely swathed in a veil. Nothing is as it seems, and it quickly becomes evident that both are bent on more than lively gossip about the elite. Blackmail and opportunism is the order of the day. When two men are found shot to death outside the door of Mr. Farrington the millionaire who just happens to live a few doors from T. B. Smith, the head of the secret police, the connections to blackmail are not long in coming. Were these men shot by the blackmailer? ...

Gulliver's Travels by Jonathan Swift. First published in 1726, Jonathan Swift's "Gulliver's Travels" presents, as a mock travel tale, a series of thought experiments mixed with strong elements of social satire. A good part of the fun is seeing Swift work through the practical implications of each of his "what ifs?" — what if I was suddenly enormously magnified or diminished in size? for example - and delighting in the relish with which Swift indulges his great interest in matters scatalogical. As the tale progresses, Swift's skewering of English society becomes more and more pointed, ...

Before Egypt by Robert Bloch is a fast-moving science-fiction adventure that blends ancient mystery, interplanetary travel, danger, and speculation about the origins of civilization.The story follows Mike Mallison, a capable big-game guide who accepts one of the strangest assignments of his career. Professor Brandon and his daughter Doree are convinced that an ancient papyrus may contain evidence linking early Egyptian civilization to a distant world. What begins as an unusual expedition quickly becomes a dangerous journey far beyond Earth.Their search takes them toward a remote planet in the ...

Edgar Allan Poe. Edgar Allan Poe (January 19, 1809 – October 7, 1849) was an American writer, poet, editor, and literary critic who is best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales involving mystery and the macabre. He is widely regarded as one of the central figures of Romanticism and Gothic fiction in the United States and of early American literature. Poe was one of the country's first successful practitioners of the short story, and is generally considered to be one of the pioneers of the detective fiction genre. In addition, he is credited with contributing ...

Katie Robertson by Margaret Winslow. Katie Robertson is a tale of a girl who takes on factory work as a means of assisting her widowed mother. The novel introduces the reader to a variety of topics of the day in the late 19th century in the USA for young Christian people and the temptations in the wider world: the problems associated with alcohol and the temperance movement, the dignity in work, the freedoms afforded to immigrants. One particular character's temptation and its subsequent impact weaves through the story with ever increasing suspense. A moral book, the inhabitants of Squantown...

Your Invisible Power by Genevieve Behrend. In 'Your Invisible Power and How to Use It', Genevieve Behrend will guide you through the use of visualization, teaching you how to manifest the things in life that you want by visualizing them and making them come to you. This power of positive thinking has revolutionized how we look at the world. Everything you need to succeed is inside you and this book will help you unlock it. A practical guide to manifesting The Law of Attraction in your life. Genevieve Behrend was Thomas Troward's only pupil and was very well versed in the Law of Attraction ...

Stoicism. Stoicism is a philosophical movement and practical guide to living, emphasizing daily self-discipline and moral improvement, which originated in the Hellenistic period of ancient Greece and continued well into the Roman Imperial period. The ancient Stoics believed that the universe operated according to reason, or logos, providing a unified account of the world, constructed from ideals of rational discourse, monistic physics, and naturalistic ethics. These ideals constitute virtue, which is necessary for the Stoic goal of 'living a well-reasoned life'. Stoic philosophy is ...

The Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. Marcus Aurelius wrote Meditations in Greek while on campaign between 170 and 180, as a source for his own guidance and self-improvement. These memos survive and continue to inspire others to this day. These writings take the form of quotations varying in length from one sentence to long paragraphs. He explicates the Stoic philosophy that the only way a man can be harmed by others is to allow his reaction to overpower him. He shows no particular religious faith in his writings, but seems to believe that some sort of logical, benevolent force organizes the ...

The Ambulance Made Two Trips by Murray Leinster is a clever and entertaining science-fiction story that mixes crime, mystery, humor, and one very unusual scientific idea.Detective Sergeant Fitzgerald knows exactly who is causing trouble in town. Powerful racketeer Big Jake Connors has built his influence through intimidation, violence, and corruption, yet the police have little they can use against him. Connors and his men appear almost untouchable—until they choose the wrong small business to threaten.When a local establishment refuses to cooperate with the gangsters, strange accidents ...

A Guide to Stoicism by St. George William Joseph Stock. This book is a primer on the philosophy of stoicism, resurrected from its origins in Greek and Roman philosophy. The original philosophy was based on a reasoning process which it was assumed would lead to a virtuous life. Zeno, the founder of stoicism, did not begin expounding on its teachings until he was in his forties. He believed that the purpose of life was "to live consistently." Cleanthes, his disciple, added "with nature," so that the purpose of life became "to live consistently with nature."

Casa Velha: Joaquim Maria Machado de Assis. Com o fim de escrever um livro sobre a história do Primeiro Reinado, um cônego procura conhecer uma casa onde morou um ex-ministro, na qual havia papéis que o ajudariam na sua pesquisa. Durante esta pesquisa, o cônego torna-se grande amigo da família. Deste modo, vê na amizade de Félix (filho da dona da casa, D. Antônia) e Lalau (uma agregada da casa) uma possível paixão. No desenrolar da trama, descobre que sua observação estava correta. Este romance esquecido de Machado de Assis foi redescoberto somente no século XX, tendo sido, até...

Senhora de José de Alencar. Senhora é um dos mais importantes clássicos da literatura brasileira, e o terceiro livro do mesmo autor que analisa a situação da mulher na sociedade brasileira do século XIX. Através da história de amor e separação entre Aurélia e Fernando, o autor critica a decadência da elite cortesã, a importância dada ao dinheiro e os casamentos por interesse. O romance, dividido em quatro partes, reflete este objetivo em sua própria estrutura, em que imita uma transação comercial: preço, quitação, posse, resgate. "Senhora" is one of the most important ...

Alice’s Adventures Underground by Lewis Carroll is the original handwritten version of the story that would later become Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Shorter, more intimate, and more direct than the published novel, it offers listeners a fascinating glimpse into the earliest form of one of the most imaginative classics in English literature.The story follows Alice as she tumbles down a rabbit hole and enters a strange underground world filled with impossible creatures, absurd conversations, curious rules, and unexpected transformations. Along the way, she meets unforgettable ...

Il personaggio di Pinocchio - burattino umanizzato nella tendenza a nascondersi dietro facili menzogne e a cui cresce il naso in rapporto ad ogni bugia che dice - è stato fatto proprio con il tempo anche dal mondo del cinema e da quello dei fumetti. Sulla sua figura sono stati inoltre realizzati album musicali e allestimenti teatrali in forma di musical.Nelle intenzioni di Collodi pare non vi fosse quella di creare un racconto per l’infanzia: nella prima versione, infatti, il burattino moriva, impiccato a causa dei suoi innumerevoli errori. Solo nelle versioni successive, pubblicate a ...

Un futuro sistema politico globale. Un confronto tra vecchi sistemi e nuovi approcci nella gestione della nostra convivenza. Pubblicato nel 1897, questo libro è parte di una ricca e versatile produzione di Paolo Mantegazza, che con lo studio, le osservazioni personali, gli scritti e l'insegnamento contribuì a una moderna discussione sulla vita degli esseri umani sulla terra.

Freaks Audiobooks is where stories get strange. Explore bizarre history, unexplained events, psychological phenomena and rabbit holes that reveal just how unusual our world can be. The channel is also home to a growing library of immersive audiobooks, narrated by host Nic Richelle and brought to life through cinematic music, sound effects and atmospheric sound design. Come for the strange stories. Stay long enough to disappear into another world.

The Rape of Lucrece audiobook presents William Shakespeare’s powerful 1594 narrative poem as a complete spoken-word experience. Set in ancient Rome, the story follows Lucrece, the respected wife of the soldier Collatine, and Sextus Tarquinius, the king’s son. After hearing Collatine praise his wife’s beauty and virtue, Tarquin travels to her home, abuses the trust offered to him and commits an act of sexual violence that changes both Lucrece’s life and the future of Rome.Shakespeare focuses not only on the crime but also on its psychological and political consequences. Tarquin’s ...

La vida de Lazarillo de Tormes by Anonymous. La vida de Lazarillo de Tormes y de sus fortunas y adversidades (más conocida como Lazarillo de Tormes) es una novela española anónima, escrita en primera persona y en estilo epistolar (como una sola y larga carta), cuyas ediciones conocidas más antiguas datan de 1554. En ella se cuenta de forma autobiográfica la vida de un niño, Lázaro de Tormes, en el siglo XVI, desde su nacimiento y su miserable infancia hasta que contrae matrimonio, ya en su edad adulta. Esta obra es considerada precursora de la novela picaresca por elementos como el ...

La Corte de Carlos IV by Benito Pérez Galdós. El gran friso narrativo de los Episodios Nacionales sirvió de vehículo a Benito Pérez Galdós (1843-1920) para recrear en él, novelescamente engarzada, la totalidad de la compleja vida de los españoles ­guerras, política, vida cotidiana, reacciones populares­ a lo largo del agitado siglo xix. La Corte de Carlos IV es el nuevo escenario de las andanzas de Gabriel de Araceli, que después del combate de Trafalgar pasa a Madrid. Criado primero de una actriz y después de una aristócrata, Araceli participa en este episodio como testigo ...

Trafalgar by Benito Perez Galdos. Trafalgar es la primera novela de la serie de los Episodios Nacionales de Benito Pérez Galdós. Iniciada su redacción el 6 de enero de 1873, fue publicada en febrero, apenas un mes después, aunque los materiales y documentación se fueron trabajando desde el verano de 1872, durante la estancia estival en Santander en la que le fue presentado al escritor un veterano marino que había participado en la batalla de Trafalgar. Como en casi todos los episodios de esta primera serie, la acción es narrada en primera persona por Gabriel de Araceli, personaje ...