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Kali and Ponna's efforts to conceive a child have been in vain. Hounded by the taunts and insinuations of others, all their hopes come to converge on the chariot festival in the temple of Ardhanareeswara, the half-female god. Everything hinges on the one night when rules are relaxed and...

Step into the enchanting world of Weird Tales, Volume 1, where the first collection of the famed Tales of Hoffman awaits. These captivating narratives blend fantasy with a touch of the supernatural, embodying the essence of Romanticism. Writers from this era sought to evoke a spectrum of emotions—wonder, love, horror, and everything in between. Hoffmann masterfully delves into these profound experiences, exploring their impact on creativity. While he occasionally stirs such emotions in his readers, he often takes a critical lens, satirizing the extremes of passion and infatuation. Join us ...

In the first volume of this compelling trilogy, Mona Caird, a British writer and feminist, delves into the complexities of marriage and societal expectations through the story of Viola Sedley. Viola finds herself caught in a web of admiration from two very different suitors the wealthy and charming Philip Dendraith and the noble-hearted Harry Lancaster, who shares her modest roots. With her family facing dire financial troubles, a marriage to Philip could provide security. Yet, Violas growing aversion to him—intensified by his cruelty towards animals—clashes with her sense of duty. As ...

Murder and family secrets, a touch of romance and deeply-felt revenge – with the twist of all twists – make up the perfect audiobook, One Good Deed, from one of the world's bestselling thriller writers, David Baldacci. 'One of his finest books. Great character, great story, great portrait of...

Drei Frauen zwischen Hoffnung, Freiheit und Neuanfang. St. Peter an der Nordsee, 1953. Anni, Edith und Helena haben eines gemeinsam: Nach den Kriegsjahren wollen sie das Leben genießen und den Neubeginn wagen. Annis Traum ist es, das Hotel ihrer Eltern zu modernisieren, doch ihr Vater weigert sich, ihr sein Geschäft zu überlassen. Edith kämpft für die Rechte der Frauen, dann bekommt sie ein Angebot, das sie zwar finanziell absichern würde, aber ihren Idealen widerspricht.

At the height of their popularity, Harriet Martineaus *Illustrations of Political Economy* aimed to transform the complex theories of political economy into captivating and accessible social fiction. Through her engaging dramatizations, Martineau sought to educate and empower a diverse readership, including women and the working class, who were often sidelined from these crucial discussions. Each volume features a unique collection of short, didactic novellas that illuminate various economic principles, offering stories that are as entertaining as they are enlightening. The publication of ...

Two Bestselling Agatha Christie Novels in One Great Audiobook The Man in the Brown Suit is Agatha Christie at her best, as a young woman makes a dangerous decision to investigate a shocking “accidental” death she witnesses at a London tube station. Pretty, young Anne came to London looking...

A 2025 Audie Awards WINNER | A WOMAN EVOLVE BOOK CLUB PICK | A NORTH CAROLINA READS PICK | A Christy Award WINNER | A 2024 American Fiction Award WINNER | Best Historical Fiction of 2024 (She Reads) | FEATURED IN GMA, WASHINGTON POST, AND ESSENCE | There is only one known queen who truly ruled a...

C. S. Lewis offers a magisterial take on the literature and poetry of one of the most consequential periods in world history, providing deep insight into some of the greatest writers of the age, including Edmund Spenser, William Shakespeare, William Tyndale, John Knox, Dr. Johnson, Richard...

“BEST NONFICTION BOOK OF THE 20TH CENTURY.” —Time Volume 1 of the gripping epic masterpiece, Solzhenitsyn's chilling report of his arrest and interrogation, which exposed to the world the vast bureaucracy of secret police that haunted Soviet society. Features a new foreword by Anne...

The meticulous detective Hercule Poirot suspects the worst of the death of a dentist in this classic mystery by Queen of Whodunits, Agatha Christie. Even the great detective Hercule Poirot harbored a deep and abiding fear of the dentist, so it was with some trepidation that he arrived at the...

The turn of the 20th century saw radical developments in all art forms and particularly in poetry. The first volume of this series features the work of nine significant poets whose careers cover the period from the late 19th century to the early 20th century.

'Who can resist a smart, resourceful and independent Regency heroine? Prepare to fall head over heels' Good Housekeeping 1812 London Up-and-coming novelist Jane Austen joins forces with London's most esteemed investigative duo – the infamous Dora Fitz-Pennington and disgraced son of a Viscount...

This is the podcast where we read, admire, and react to (and occasionally recoil in horror from!) the issue of Weird Tales magazine that was on the newsstands exactly 100 years ago this month. Join Non-Euclidian Kris, Cyclopean Kris, Cthonian Finn, and Darksome Marcus and as they read and talk about what’s changed in 100 years, what has aged well and what has absolutely NOT, and read hilarious classified ads for things like telekinesis training, pimple cream, over-the-counter abortifacients and mail-order .32 automatics. Join us!

The Elizabethan age had almost departed, and the world had seen the rise of great European empires that continued to hunt with mischief between themselves as they traversed the globe in search of more spoils and territories. In England the Civil War had brought about the will of Parliament and the replacement of the Crown as the governing body. But with these Puritan times, and the subsequent Restoration, poetry had entered a golden age. John Milton, John Dryden and Ben Jonson are but a few of the luminaries whose great verse followed in the wake of the immortal William Shakespeare.

For much of history women have been seen rather than heard. Their thoughts, their views have lain too long in the shadows of our culture. Whilst this traditional view has some merit, it is not entirely accurate. Here, gathered together in these volumes, we can, through their words, experience their lives; we can hear their voices, their thoughts, joys, loves and losses. For the female poet there was always the confining hand of men to instruct that their time was perhaps spent more productively elsewhere. These lines, these gilded verses, often protest otherwise.

For the female poet there was always the confining hand of men to instruct that their time was perhaps spent more productively elsewhere. These lines, these gilded verses often protest otherwise. The contribution of women in these earlier centuries is immense, and in this series we bring together poets who have created some of the most beautiful and expressive verses ever written. And remember these words, these telling lines, have been written against the grain of society's male bias. With their remembered words these female poets have given us a history that we can all now share.

For much of history women have been seen rather than heard. Their thoughts, their views, have lain too long in the shadows of our culture. Whilst this traditional view has some merit it is not entirely accurate. Here, gathered together in these volumes, we can, through their words, experience their lives; we can hear their voices, their thoughts, joys, loves and losses. For the female poet there was always the confining hand of men to instruct that their time was perhaps spent more productively elsewhere. These lines, these gilded verses, often protest otherwise.

Dive into the thrilling adventure of Swiss Family Robinson, told in simple, one-syllable words. Lucy Aikin, writing as Mary Godolphin, masterfully captures the essence of this beloved tale, making it accessible for all readers. Follow a brave family as they navigate the challenges of being shipwrecked on a remote island. With resourcefulness and teamwork, they not only survive but thrive in their new home. This adaptation is perfect for non-native English speakers looking to enhance their skills while enjoying a classic story. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)

In a seafaring Cornish family, young Hugh Tregarthen feels the pull of the ocean, yet he yearns for a path that diverges from family tradition. Despite his mothers concerns, he embraces the vital role of coxswain for a lifeboat, a position that stirs both pride and worry in her heart. One fateful morning, as he prepares to board his beloved boat, Janet, his mother shares a chilling dream that leaves a lingering sense of dread. Hugh dismisses her fears with a laugh, but little does he know—sometimes, dreams have a way of becoming reality. - Summary by Lynne Thompson