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One of the most-renowned works of Premchand, Pratigya depicts the tormented life of the widows in Indian society. Amritrai, a widower, loves Prema, the sister of his deceased wife. But after listening to a pundit in an Arya Samaj temple, he pledges to marry a widow. Amritrai is looked upon with disdain by his friend Dannath for his pledge. How will Amritrai’s pledge affect his life and the lives of those around him?

The unapologetic intensity with which Emily Brontë wrote this story ensures that it will forever be considered one of the greatest works of English literature. A passionate tale of a chaotic and often violent love, Wuthering Heights transcends your average romance and, with its Gothic undertones, takes the listener on a journey through one man's lustful hunt for revenge.

One of the only two completed novels by the famous poet and playwright Jaishankar Prasad, Titli is a ‘social novel’ that addresses themes of feudalism, poverty and oppression of women. First published in 1933, this novel is a part of the ‘progressive’ phase of Hindi literature where various writers were creating works to reform and improve society.

Vibhin tilasmi, romanchkaari aur rahasyami kahaniyon ka sangreh.

आज तक कभी मनुष्य की वाणी से न सुनी गई बातें, मैं आपको सुनाने पर आमादा हूँ।.... उपन्यास में मेरे अपने जीवन-भर के अध्ययन का सार है....

Fyodor Dostoyevsky is a titanic figure among the world's great authors, and The Brothers Karamazov is often hailed as his finest novel. A masterpiece on many levels, it transcends the boundaries of a gripping murder mystery to become a moving account of the battle between love and hate, faith and despair, compassion and cruelty, good and evil.

The publication of Kanyasulkam in 1897 was a major turning point in Telugu literary history. It threw Telugu literature into the epoch of Modernism. The author of this legendary play was Gurajada Apparao. He is broadly considered the father of the Modernist movement in Telugu literature...

Brought to you by Penguin. Vernon Alverstoke sees no reason to put himself out for anyone. But when a distant connection asks for help, he is quickly plunged into one drama after another by the disorderly Merriville family. Surprisingly, he finds himself far from bored - especially when he...

Hero Wantage is desperate to change her fate. When the dashing Lord Sherry proposes out of the blue, Hero is overjoyed—she'll escape a life as a governess and, once they wed, he can finally claim his inheritance. But as Hero attempts to social climb in glamorous London society, Sherry is concerned that her naivety will ruin them both and takes drastic action. The chaos that follows will push friendships—and hearts—to breaking point.

In Premashram, celebrated Indian author Premchand offers a poignant exploration of rural life and social justice. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century India, the novel delves into the struggles of a village community grappling with social inequalities and the quest for reform. Through the experiences of its compelling characters, Premchand weaves a narrative rich in empathy and social critique. This powerful tale invites listeners to reflect on the impact of social change and the resilience of the human spirit.

Parineeta is a love story of Shekhar and Lalita, set in early twentieth-century Bengal. Lalita is in her late teens an

Chokher Bali reflects the social issues present in the time when Tagore wrote and deftly explores complex human emotions and relationships. Through the story of the widow Binodini and her relationship with Mahendra, Behari and Asha, Tagore portrays that no matter how many arduous the path of love is, true love will never be overpowered by lust.

Vibhin tilasmi, romanchkaari aur rahasyami kahaniyon ka sangreh.

Brought to you by Penguin. In this 1962 classic, a novelistic exploration of modern crime and punishment, Alex is the 15-year-old leader of his gang of "droogs" thriving in the ultraviolent future as prophetically imagined by Burgess. Speaking a bizarre Russian-derived slang, Alex and his...

From World Fantasy Lifetime Achievement Award winner Michael Moorcock comes the first volume in his Elric of Melniboné series. It is one of the most well-known and well-loved fantasy epics of the twentieth century: the story of Elric, emperor of the dying kingdom of Melniboné. For a hundred...

One of Jane Austen’s most beloved works, Pride and Prejudice, is vividly brought to life by Academy Award nominee Rosamund Pike ( Gone Girl). In her bright and energetic performance of this British classic, she expertly captures Austen’s signature wit and tone. Her attention to detail, her literary background, and her performance in the 2005 feature film version of the novel provide the perfect foundation from which to convey the story of Elizabeth Bennet, her four sisters, and the inimitable Mr. Darcy.

Hollywood icon Laura Dern breathes new life into Louisa May Alcott’s classic. With their father away at war, Meg, the oldest and prettiest sister, and Jo, the tomboy, take care of Beth, the shy one, and Amy, the artist. When their beloved 'Marmee' must leave to nurse Father, who is badly wounded in the war, the girls sustain themselves by putting to use the lessons of loyalty and patience they had learned from their family.

Abigail Wendover has no time for love. She is far too busy protecting her niece, who has fallen madly in love with a suspected fortune-hunter. But her efforts become vastly more complicated with the arrival of Miles Calverleigh, the black sheep of his family - a reckless bachelor with a scandalous past. Abby soon discovers that, despite successfully managing her niece's love life, she has far less control over her own unruly heart. 

The ultimate collection of great short stories by the best Russian classic authors. 1. "Her Lover" by Maxim Gorky 2. "The Empty Drum" by Count Leo Tolstoy 3. "The Hoop" by Fedor Sologub 4. "The District Doctor" by Ivan Turgenev 5. "The White Dog" by Fedor Sologub 6. "The Cloak" by Nikolai Gogol 7. "A Soothing Dream" by Fedor Sologub 8. "The Christmas Tree and the Wedding" by Fyodor Dostoyevsky 9. "A Work of Art" by Anton Chekhov 10. "Children Wiser Than Their Fathers" by Count Leo Tolstoy

Bram Stoker's masterpiece is at the same time intensely romantic and very modern. It unfolds the story of a Transylvanian Don Juan, the aristocratic Count Dracula who preys on desirous damsels.