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During The Blitz of 1941, as Nazi bombers flew overhead, George Orwell penned this stirring analysis of England and its people. Whilst not shying away from the difficulties of the nation, and the fractuous nature of its divisions, Orwell places a premium on the country's ability to come together in a time of crisis and protect its democratic values, even in the most dire of circumstances.

The French Classics Collection brings together 18 of the greatest works of fiction ever written in French - here collected into one audiobook and all translated into English. Featuring grand epics of love, loss, and survival, as in Les Miserables, to tales of adventure in Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth, and romances such as Madame Bovary, alongside many more grand stories from 17th, 18th, and 19th century France, this collection will whisk you away into other worlds with some of the greatest characters in literature within some of the greatest novels ever written.

In this beautifully evocative essay, Virginia Woolf transforms a simple errand—a trip to buy a pencil—into a mesmerizing exploration of city life, memory, identity, and the quiet drama of everyday existence. As she drifts through the winter streets of London, Woolf captures fleeting moments, passing faces, and the rhythm of urban solitude with her signature lyricism and insight.

The Complete Baron Trump Novels Collection step into a world of adventure, intrigue, and fantastical discoveries. Follow the curious and brave young Baron Trump as he embarks on mind-bending journeys that will take him to places both strange and mysterious. Perfect for lovers of adventure, historical fiction, and timeless storytelling, this collection is an unforgettable journey filled with mystery, excitement, and wonder.

In this, the final collection of Sherlock Holmes adventures, the intrepid detective and his faithful companion Dr Watson examine and solve twelve cases that puzzle clients, baffle the police and provide listeners with the thrill of the chase. These mysteries - involving an illustrious client and a Sussex vampire; the problems of Thor Bridge and of the Lion's Mane; a creeping man and the three-gabled house - all test the bravery of Dr Watson and the brilliant mind of Mr Sherlock Homes, the greatest detective we have ever known.

This exceptional collection brings together three of literature’s most influential and beloved novels. Each story offers a rich tapestry of adventure, moral reflection, and unforgettable characters, spanning centuries and cultures yet united by their timeless exploration of the human condition.

This extraordinary collection brings together two of literature’s most monumental works, each a masterful exploration of betrayal, morality, and the resilience of the human soul. From the treacherous intrigues of Parisian society to the relentless pursuit of justice across Europe, these novels offer readers timeless adventures and profound moral insight.

Step into the world of Alexandre Dumas, where honor, betrayal, love, and vengeance collide in stories that have captivated readers for generations. This essential collection includes two of Dumas’s most celebrated novels, showcasing his talent for crafting unforgettable characters, breathtaking plots, and timeless drama.

Essays on London provide an acute and perceptive insight into early twentieth century city life. Including profound meditations on the rhythm of life on Oxford Street and the consumerism that drives it, vivid descriptions of the epic cathedrals that pave the streets and the place of religion in contemporary society, and an intimate sketch of a charming woman who is a Londoner to her core, these eloquent snapshots of the city are told with Woolf’s trademark intimacy and self-awareness.

At its heart is Rachel Vinrace, a young woman embarking on a sea voyage that becomes a profound exploration of identity, love, and the fragile boundaries between freedom and convention. Through innovative prose and keen psychological insight, Woolf captures both the beauty and unease of the human experience. By turns satirical, poignant and quietly devastating, The Voyage Out is an extraordinary meditation on youth, society and purpose.

Dive into the incisive mind of George Orwell through his most powerful novels, ground-breaking reportage, and unforgettable essays. This collection brings together Orwell’s sharp political insight, moral clarity, and unmatched storytelling, offering listeners a panoramic view of a writer whose work continues to resonate across generations.

A beautiful young woman becomes intrigued with a charming, but severely shallow, young man at the theatre: Beauplaisir. Witnessing his treatment of some of the ladies there, she disguises herself as ‘Fantomina’, to determine whether his behaviour would change towards her. After a short fling, Beauplaisir tires of her and leaves, much to her outrage. Fantomina then takes on a series of alternative personas in a bid to re-capture his attention.

Charles Dickens: 5 Essential Novels & A Christmas Carol brings together all the five most revered novels written during Dickens' lifetime, as well as his iconic Christmas story. In this collection you'll hear Stephen Fry narrating Great Expectations, Scrooge's ghostly journey narrated by Jason Isaacs, David Rintoul leading us through David Copperfield, and other award-winning narrators bringing Dickens' most beloved stories to life.

When an old mariner stops a wedding guest to recount the eerie tale of his voyage, the story unfolds like a dark, mesmerizing dream. The mariner, cursed for his reckless act of killing an albatross, finds himself and his crew trapped in a desolate, supernatural world of endless sea and sky. As they battle the elements and face the consequences of their actions, the mariner must come to terms with the grave sins he’s committed, while the ocean itself seems to conspire against him.

Written during the English Civil War, of which Hobbes had first-hand experience, Leviathan argues for political rule by an absolute authority. Hobbes claimed that human nature was, at its core, ruthless and brutal: people were selfish, self-interested and likely to cause conflict for one another. In order to combat this chaos, individuals ought to submit to a sovereign – a ‘Leviathan’ – in exchange for order, security and peace.

In Three Men on the Bummel, Jerome K. Jerome returns with more witty misadventures in the lives of the lovable trio—George, Harris, and the narrator—this time setting out on a cycling tour through the German countryside. Expect the same delightful chaos as they trade in their boat for bicycles and embark on what was supposed to be a relaxing and picturesque journey.

A thrilling and haunting tale of love, obsession, and madness set against the dark and dramatic backdrop of Paris's legendary opera house. Christine Daaé, a beautiful and talented young singer, finds herself caught between two men: the charming Raoul, her childhood love, and the enigmatic Phantom, a mysterious and disfigured genius who lives in the shadows beneath the opera house. As the Phantom's obsession with Christine grows, he manipulates the world around her, creating chaos and terror in the opera house in a desperate bid for her affection.

In this groundbreaking novel, The Blacker the Berry delves into the complex intersection of race, identity, and colorism within the Black community. The story follows Emma Lou Morgan, a young woman struggling with her own internalized racism as she navigates a world where lighter skin is often seen as more desirable. Emma Lou’s journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance is a raw and poignant exploration of the pain that comes with being judged by the color of one’s skin—not only by society at large but by those within one’s own community.

Bertie Wooster, a bumbling English gentleman based in London, is in need of a new valet after firing his previous one for stealing. Enter unflappable, clever Jeeves. Set in a world of upper-class eccentricities, Jeeves proceeds to save Bertie from doomed romantic entanglements, financial scrapes and various other comic mishaps. With stories such as ‘Jeeves Takes Charge’, ‘Fixing It for Freddie’ and ‘The Rummy Affair of Old Biffy’, Carry On, Jeeves shows Wodehouse at his wittiest, and remains an integral part of the illustrious Jeeves canon.

A classic for the ages, The Inimitable Jeeves is a hilarious collection of interconnected stories chronicling the misadventures of the affable but often clueless Bertie Wooster. From disastrous matchmaking schemes to run-ins with formidable aunts – not to mention keeping bumbling friends like Bingo Little safe from romantic catastrophe – each tale showcases Wodehouse’s trademark wit, sharp dialogue and the thoroughly entertaining dynamic between Bertie and his unflappable sidekick...