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Vanity Fair centers on the young Becky Sharp and her dear friend Amelia Sedley during the time of the Napoleonic Wars. Rebecca Sharp is the daughter of an art teacher and a French dancer, being ambitious, intelligent, and strong willed in order to get what she wants out of society. She is often touted as amoral and an anti-heroine. Alternately, her friend Amelia is kind, good natured, and born into wealth. The interwoven fortunes of the two women play out among a backdrop of social skirmishes and human afflictions of pride and ego.

In The Hour of the Dragon, narrated by Mike Vendetti, Robert E. Howard delivers a gripping tale of epic battles, dark sorcery, and the indomitable spirit of Conan the Cimmerian. Betrayed and dethroned, Conan must fight to reclaim his kingdom of Aquilonia from the clutches of the treacherous Valerius and the ancient sorcerer Xaltotun, resurrected from the depths of Acheron.

If Darcy’s sleepwalking episodes result in scandal, must Elizabeth abandon her dream of marrying for love? Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy confronts his worst nightmare when he discovers that Miss Elizabeth Bennet has come to his aid during two episodes of sleepwalking at Netherfield Park. Though their encounters were entirely innocent, driven by honor, and a growing affection he dares not name, Darcy offers marriage to a woman he never imagined himself tied to, and the only one who truly unsettles his heart. Miss Elizabeth Bennet has sworn she will marry for love, not obligation. However, ...

The Secret Garden is a timeless classic of transformation and healing. When spoiled and lonely Mary Lennox is sent from colonial India to live with her reclusive uncle in a gloomy English manor, she finds herself surrounded by mystery and silence. But everything begins to change when she discovers a hidden, locked garden that has been left untended for years. As Mary begins to care for the garden, she undergoes her own quiet transformation—becoming curious, compassionate, and full of life.

In this chilling tale of exploration and existential dread, H.P. Lovecraft takes listeners to the frozen wastes of Antarctica—where ancient horrors lie buried beneath the ice, waiting to be unearthed.

Los doctores David Bowman y Frank Poole se encuentran a bordo del Discovery One con el objetivo de realizar una expedición a los confines del universo en busca de evidencias que confirmen que el ser humano no está solo. Les acompañan tres científicos en animación suspendida y HAL 9000, un ordenador excepcionalmente inteligente. Pero la misión se vuelve muy peligrosa cuando HAL empieza a fallar.

The Invisible Man by H.G. Wells is a chilling blend of science fiction and gothic horror that explores the perilous consequences of unchecked ambition. When a disfigured, bandaged stranger arrives in the quiet English village of Iping, his presence sparks rumors, suspicion, and eventually chaos. This stranger is Griffin—a brilliant scientist who has unlocked the secret to invisibility, but at the cost of his humanity. As the townsfolk grow increasingly uneasy, Griffin’s unstable behavior and ruthless desperation begin to surface.

The Wife is one of the famous works of A.P. Chekhov. The plot focuses on a conflict between spouses, where the ambitions and pride of one destroy family life and relationships with others. The work captivates with laconic content, deep meaning and brilliant Chekhov's syllable.

One reckless night of toe-curling pleasure. No names. Now he’s my landlord, my baby daddy, and my protector. It was just a one-night stand. Then—surprise—he’s my landlord. He looks as devastating in a suit as he did out of it. Curtis Reid. Self-made billionaire. Retired surf champion. Stoic. Grumpy. Almost twice my age. A widower who blames himself for his wife’s death. He’s the man whose taste I can’t get off my lips. He’s cold waves. I’m warm sand. Our pull to each other is raw, hungry, and inevitable. My stalker closes in, and Curtis’ protective grip tightens. He ...

One night with my dad's billionaire best friend was euphoric. Working for him is torture... I stare at the name on the file, my heart pounding. Harrison Elliott—silver fox, tech mogul and my dad’s grumpy best friend. Memories of that night flood back in a rush of heat. His chiseled body pressing hard and unyielding against me. As my boss, he is ruthless, controlling, and prickly; I can't wait for this project to end. But then he insists we work out of his mansion. Now, I'm forced to work closely with this demanding single dad. His dedication to his twin sons reveals a softer side ...

Hiding my billionaire identity led to one unforgettable night... with my best friend’s sister. She stood out in a sea of Hollywood glitz and glamor. A gorgeous brunette in a simple casual sundress. I had to meet her. Our teasing banter turns into a night we’ll never forget. I didn’t mean to break the bro-code, but the next morning I learn she’s my best friend’s sister. And now I’m her boss and her neighbor. Although we clash frequently, there’s an attraction I can’t deny. I must keep things professional. But staying away? Impossible. Her hazel eyes burn with a heat I can’t...

Absolution is a haunting and psychologically rich short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, first published in 1924. In this deeply introspective tale of guilt, imagination, and spiritual crisis, young Rudolph Miller—a devout eleven-year-old boy—finds himself entangled in a web of religious expectations, private transgressions, and the fragile dance between truth and illusion. When he tells a lie during confession, a crisis of faith erupts, leading him down a path of inner turmoil that starkly mirrors the disillusionments of adulthood.

Shadows in the Moonlight by Robert E. Howard is a thrilling tale of adventure, survival, and unexpected companionship. The story follows Conan the Cimmerian, a barbarian warrior, and Olivia, a princess fleeing captivity. Olivia escapes from Shah Amurath, a cruel conqueror, but is pursued until Conan intervenes, killing Amurath in a brutal fight. Together, they flee across the Vilayet Sea, seeking refuge on a mysterious island.

Dr. Robert Carter rose from poverty in a small rural town to become one of the most respected cardiologists of his generation. Guided by a rare mix of scientific precision and theological insight, he believed medicine could mend more than just bodies; it could reach the soul. But at the peak of his career, an unexpected accident changes everything. Faced with devastating physical and emotional setbacks, Carter must confront the one patient he’s never been able to treat: himself. What follows is a profound journey of recovery, faith, and rediscovery. In retirement, Carter finds new purpose...

NEW EDITION! Explore Marguerite Young's magnum opus with this new edition of To All My Darlings Volume 1 Chapters 1-44. There are many ways that Miss MacIntosh, My Darling by Marguerite Young can be read: A Gothic tale of mystery with a touch of the macabre where no one is who they seem so that by the end of the novel it will need to be read again because the novel will be completely different after learning the truth. A gorgeous love song to poetry and poetic prose. A laundry list of all the literature, poems, music, philosophy, and psychology that Young loved. Young’s personal history ...

In The Melody of Death, Edgar Wallace weaves a gripping tale of mystery, romance, and deception beneath the gaslit skies of Edwardian London. When a daring jewel heist disrupts the city's elite, a mysterious masked figure intervenes, leaving behind more questions than answers. Gilbert Standerton, a young man tormented by financial anxiety and a cold engagement to the ambitious Edith Cathcart, finds his life entangled with a band of jewel thieves, a haunting street melody, and a string of crimes that unravel the very fabric of high society.

Der Spanier Dominico Gonsales sieht nur einen Ausweg, die Insel, auf der er festsitzt, zu verlassen. Er baut ein Fluggestell, das ihn über das Meer tragen soll. Doch es kommt anders als geplant. Mit der Kraft unzähliger Vögel gelangt er nicht auf das Festland, sondern in immer größere Höhen bis hinauf zum Mond.

El quadern gris ha suscitat reaccions unànimes d'ençà que va aparèixer, el 1966, com a volum primer de l'Obra Completa de Josep Pla a Destino. No ho posa en dubte cap crític ni cap lector: és un dels grans llibres de la literatura contemporània. Un clàssic intemporal de les lletres catalanes. L'obra mestra de Josep Pla.

Felix Grandet, having married well and become a wealthy landowner and wine-grower, is a miser who watches like a hawk the sugar lumps and the bread slices. The question of who will marry his daughter and inherit his fortune fuels endless speculation in the town of Saumur. The arrival of Eugénie’s cousin sparks feelings and a resolve that puts her on a collision course with her father’s control. As the years pass and she must navigate the self-interest of potential suitors, we see how habits manifest themselves in a new generation.

… Un morto, che pure è un morto, caro mio, vuole anche lui la sua casa. E se è un morto per bene, bella la vuole; e ha ragione! Da starci comodo, e di marmo la vuole, e decorata anche. E se poi è un morto che può spendere, la vuole anche con qualche profonda… come si dice? allegoria, già!, con qualche profonda allegoria d’un grande scultore come me: una bella lapide latina: HIC JACET… chi fu, chi non fu… un bel giardinetto attorno, con l’insalatina e tutto...