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Our ‘fight of flight’ response is something hardwired into the primitive part of our brain. Our need to survive, to outlive whatever danger poses, that immediate threat to our lives is little short of a marvel. Everything else is abandoned in order to survive. Whilst in modern times that ability has been somewhat modified and ‘reasoned’ away to an extent, in past years it’s what usually kept you alive. In this volume people struggle valiantly to survive and to exist no matter the extent of the threat they face.

This Audiobook contains the following works: "The Island of Doctor Moreau" [H.G. Wells], "Tess of the d'Urbervilles" [Thomas Hardy], "The Call of Cthulhu" [H.P Lovecraft], "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" [Mark Twain], "The strange case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" [Robert Louis Stevenson], "Crime and Punishment" [Fyodor Dostoyevsky], "Wuthering Heights" [Emily Brontë], "A Christmas Carol" [Charles Dickens], "The jungle book" [Rudyard Kipling], "The Border Legion" [Zane Grey].

The Rainbow Trail is the powerful sequel to Riders of the Purple Sage, continuing the story of religious oppression, love, and freedom in the American West. As the next generation of Mormon women rejects polygamy, tensions rise, and the fight for personal liberty takes center stage. A compelling tale of rugged landscapes, romance, and rebellion.

Daren Lane, a battle-scarred World War I veteran, returns to the heartland of America, only to find himself in the dazzling chaos of the Jazz Age. In a small town where the echoes of war are quickly fading, Lane grapples with a society eager to indulge in hedonism and excess. As he attempts to navigate the turbulent waters of postwar revelry, he faces the challenge of reconciling his haunting memories with the vibrant yet reckless world around him.

The Yellow Mine Saloon was like every gambling dive Panhandle Smith had seen from Montana to Mexico. Piles of gold and greenbacks littered the roulette and faro tables. Drunken miners stamped to and from the long mahogany bar. An odor of whiskey mingled with the thick tobacco haze. Suddenly, one of the gamblers turned, and Smith recognized Dick Hardman, the man he had followed a thousand miles - to kill.

When his brother, Barse, pulled one of the biggest hold-ups Texas had ever seen, Bruce Lockheart took the blame for it, leaving Barse clear to marry the beautiful Trinity Spencer. Bruce takes to the fugitive trail for a crime he didn't commit and is hotly pursued by a relentless ranger and the woman who loves him, fighting to clear his name. If she failed, he would have to hide for the rest of his life - or die!

New Zealand is one of the "hot" fly-fishing spots in the world today, known for brilliant, crystal clear rivers. Zane Grey's account of his adventure in New Zealand conjures up images of huge and mythic trout. In Tales of the Angler's Eldorado, he describes fishing these now legendary streams as well as his pursuit of huge swordfish off the coast of the New Zealand shores. It's both a fishing story and adventure story from one of America's favorite storytellers.

Zane Grey shows his knowledge of Indian tribes and their history and the peon system of Mexican plantations.

This wonderful, dramatic story was written in 1915, but for almost 100 years it has only existed in a profoundly censored version, "The Border Legion." Joan Randle, in a spirit of anger, sends Jim Cleve out into the lawless country of the mining frontier in Idaho Territory to test his mettle as a man. Then, regretting their quarrel, she goes in pursuit of him, in hope of turning him back, only to be taken captive by the notorious mining camp and stagecoach bandit, Jack Kells. 

In Shortstop, we delve into the life of Zane Grey (Pearl Zane Gray), the renowned author born in 1872 in Zanesville, Ohio. Best known for his captivating western tales like Riders Of The Purple Sage, which has seen four film adaptations, the latest featuring Ed Harris and Amy Madigan, Greys passions extended beyond literature to baseball. A gifted athlete, he attended the University of Pennsylvania on a baseball scholarship, ultimately earning a degree in dentistry. His minor league baseball experience with a Wheeling, West Virginia team shaped his perspective. With an impressive 110 films ...

Dive into Greys captivating tale of the monumental struggles faced in building the Union Pacific Railroad during the late 1860s. This historical fiction weaves together typical Western characters with real events, as heroes confront not only the fierce challenges of nature but also the darker sides of human ambition greed and ruthlessness. Join them on their journey to forge the vital rail connection between East and West. (Summary by Bob Rollins)

Set in 1871, Riders of the Purple Sage unfolds the gripping tale of Jane Withersteen, a wealthy ranch owner who finds herself at odds with her Mormon church leaders for defying their expectations—refusing to marry a powerful elder and forging friendships with Gentiles (non-Mormons). Enter Lassiter the archetypal Western hero, a mysterious gunslinger with a fierce sense of justice and an unexpected tenderness. While Lassiter aids Jane at her ranch, her friend Bern Venters embarks on his own thrilling journey through the rugged Utah canyonlands. This novel is a celebration of courage, romance,...

Step into the evocative world of Mysterious Rider, where the rugged landscape of the Wild West brims with tension and intrigue. This gripping tale weaves together classic Western themes of rustling and gunfights, but at its core lies a profound struggle between good and evil, duty and love, and self-interest versus selflessness. When the enigmatic rider arrives at White Slides ranch, his presence will alter the lives of its inhabitants forever, especially for Columbine, who finds herself bound to a man she cannot love. (Mary Bard)

In a gripping tale of adventure and redemption, Buck Duane, the son of a legendary gunfighter, finds himself caught in a deadly game after a fateful encounter with a troublemaking cowboy ends in bloodshed. Forced to flee to the lawless lands near the Nueces River to escape the noose, Duane grapples with the haunting memories of his violent act, while a dangerous yearning for the thrill of gunfights simmers beneath the surface. His reputation grows as he takes down some of Texass most notorious outlaws, leading to an unexpected offer from a captain of the Texas Rangers a pardon and a rangers ...

In the stillness of a lonely desert night, haunted by the face of a woman from his past, Cameron reflects on memories that weigh heavily on his heart. The dying embers of the campfire flicker, casting shadows that echo with the pain of lost love and regret. Once a prospector in search of gold, he now seeks solitude to confront the ghosts of Peoria—a home he abandoned, a woman he wronged, and a love he realized too late. Join Cameron on a poignant journey through the vast, barren landscape of the desert and the even more desolate corners of his memory. - Summary by (Prologue - Zane Grey)

In the gripping tale of Border Legion, we follow Jack Kells, a man known for his cold heart and ruthless ways, who unexpectedly finds love in the most unlikely of circumstances. When his legion captures the spirited Miss Joan Randle near the Idaho border, Jack’s world is turned upside down as he grapples with his feelings for her. Will love be enough to change a man so hardened by life?

Tales of Fishes, first published in 1919, reflects one of Grey’s favorite hobbies: deep-sea fishing. (His son claimed that Grey spent 300 days out of the year fishing.) This vivid and exciting book describes his encounters with various big-sea fish, including tarpon, sailfish, marlin, big tuna, and the broadbill swordfish, “the gladiator of the sea.”

In the rugged town of Linrock, nestled in Pecos County, South Texas, a ruthless gang of rustlers has taken control, leaving chaos in their wake. Enter two valiant Texas Lone Star Rangers, dispatched to restore order and reclaim the town. However, their mission becomes complicated when they find themselves falling for two captivating women, who may be connected to the very gang they are sworn to dismantle. With loyalties tested and romance blossoming amidst the turmoil, these dedicated lawmen face an impossible choice. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

After returning from the battlefield, Glenn Kilbourne journeys to Arizona in search of healing and renewal. There, he finds solace and care from Flo Hutter. Meanwhile, his fiancée Carley Burch arrives from New York, only to be confronted by the stark realities of life in the West. Disillusioned, she returns to the bustling city, but soon realizes that her true desires lie elsewhere. Will she find the courage to return to Arizona and reclaim Glenn’s heart? In this beautifully crafted love story, Grey paints a vivid picture of the breathtaking landscape, weaving together themes of love, ...

Join renowned Western novelist Zane Grey as he takes you on an unforgettable journey through the majestic American West in this 1922 homage to the landscapes he cherished. Dive into captivating narratives from six distinct adventures across breathtaking locations, including Nonnesozhe, Colorado, the Grand Canyon, Tonto Basin, and Death Valley. Experience the spirit of the frontier through Greys vivid storytelling. - Summary by David Wales