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The Timeless Classic Persuasion

by Jane Austen ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

8 hours 40 min

Persuasion is a novel by Jane Austen that follows the story of Anne Elliot, an unmarried woman struggling to reconcile her feelings for a man she met and fell in love with eight years earlier, Captain Frederick Wentworth. The fast-paced novel explores themes of love, class, and social expectations in 19th-century England. Austen uses Anne's character to highlight the societal limitations placed ... Read more

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Persuasion is a novel by Jane Austen that follows the story of Anne Elliot, an unmarried woman struggling to reconcile her feelings for a man she met and fell in love with eight years earlier, Captain Frederick Wentworth. The fast-paced novel explores themes of love, class, and social expectations in 19th-century England. Austen uses Anne's character to highlight the societal limitations placed
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The Idiot

by Fyodor Dostoevsky ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

27 hours 16 min

A novel by the 19th-century Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published serially in The Russian Messenger in 1868–69. The title is an ironic reference to the central character of the novel, Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin, a young prince whose goodness, open-hearted simplicity, and guilelessness lead many of the more worldly characters he encounters to mistakenly assume that he lacks ... Read more

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A novel by the 19th-century Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky. It was first published serially in The Russian Messenger in 1868–69. The title is an ironic reference to the central character of the novel, Lev Nikolayevich Myshkin, a young prince whose goodness, open-hearted simplicity, and guilelessness lead many of the more worldly characters he encounters to mistakenly assume that he lacks
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1001 Nights, A

Arabian Nights

by Unknown ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

13 hours 34 min

"A Thousand Nights and a Night," also known as Arabian Nights, is a timeless collection of Middle Eastern folktales and stories that has captivated readers for centuries. Compiled over many centuries, the book features a rich tapestry of narratives, including adventure, romance, magic, and morality tales. The collection is framed by the story of Scheherazade, a clever and resourceful storyteller ... Read more

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"A Thousand Nights and a Night," also known as Arabian Nights, is a timeless collection of Middle Eastern folktales and stories that has captivated readers for centuries. Compiled over many centuries, the book features a rich tapestry of narratives, including adventure, romance, magic, and morality tales. The collection is framed by the story of Scheherazade, a clever and resourceful storyteller
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Sybil

by Benjamin Disraeli ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

16 hours 53 min

"Sybil" addresses the social and political issues of the working class during the early Victorian era. The novel follows the story of Charles Egremont, a young aristocrat, and Sybil, a working-class girl. Through their intertwined lives, Disraeli explores the stark contrast between the privileged upper class and the impoverished working masses. He delves into themes of social reform, labor rights, ... Read more

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"Sybil" addresses the social and political issues of the working class during the early Victorian era. The novel follows the story of Charles Egremont, a young aristocrat, and Sybil, a working-class girl. Through their intertwined lives, Disraeli explores the stark contrast between the privileged upper class and the impoverished working masses. He delves into themes of social reform, labor rights,
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midsummer's Night Dream, A

Full Cast Drama

by William Shakespeare ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

2 hours 22 min

One of William Shakespeare's most beloved and whimsical comedies. This enchanting play weaves together the stories of several groups of characters as they navigate the magical and mischievous world of the fairy kingdom and the Athenian woods. The play opens in the court of Athens, where Duke Theseus is preparing for his upcoming marriage to Hippolyta, the Queen of the Amazons. The young lovers, ... Read more

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One of William Shakespeare's most beloved and whimsical comedies. This enchanting play weaves together the stories of several groups of characters as they navigate the magical and mischievous world of the fairy kingdom and the Athenian woods. The play opens in the court of Athens, where Duke Theseus is preparing for his upcoming marriage to Hippolyta, the Queen of the Amazons. The young lovers,
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Hand Of Fu-Manchu, The

by Sax Rohmer ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

6 hours 30 min

"The Hand of Fu-Manchu" is a thrilling audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This classic novel by Sax Rohmer takes you on a gripping adventure filled with mystery, espionage, and a touch of the exotic. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the story follows the relentless pursuit of the diabolical Dr. Fu-Manchu, a mastermind criminal and genius of evil.As a dog ... Read more

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"The Hand of Fu-Manchu" is a thrilling audiobook that will keep you on the edge of your seat. This classic novel by Sax Rohmer takes you on a gripping adventure filled with mystery, espionage, and a touch of the exotic. Set against the backdrop of the early 20th century, the story follows the relentless pursuit of the diabolical Dr. Fu-Manchu, a mastermind criminal and genius of evil.As a dog
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Northanger Abbey Sense & Sensibility Pride & Prejudice

3 Audiobooks Full Cast Drama

by Jane Austen ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

32 hours 16 min

Jane Austen, born on December 16, 1775, in Hampshire, England, remains a cherished figure in the world of literature. Her novels, set in the early 19th century, provide readers with timeless tales of love, society, and human nature.Austen's novels are celebrated for their keen social commentary and insightful exploration of the complexities of human relationships. Her heroines, like Elizabeth ... Read more

$34.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Jane Austen, born on December 16, 1775, in Hampshire, England, remains a cherished figure in the world of literature. Her novels, set in the early 19th century, provide readers with timeless tales of love, society, and human nature.Austen's novels are celebrated for their keen social commentary and insightful exploration of the complexities of human relationships. Her heroines, like Elizabeth
... Read more
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Tempest, The

Full Cast Drama

by William Shakespeare ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

3 hours 8 min

The Tempest is a play by William Shakespeare, probably written in 1610–1611, and thought to be one of the last plays that he wrote alone. After the first scene, which takes place on a ship at sea during a tempest, the rest of the story is set on a remote island, where Prospero, a complex and contradictory character, lives with his daughter Miranda, and his two servants: Caliban, a savage monster ... Read more

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The Tempest is a play by William Shakespeare, probably written in 1610–1611, and thought to be one of the last plays that he wrote alone. After the first scene, which takes place on a ship at sea during a tempest, the rest of the story is set on a remote island, where Prospero, a complex and contradictory character, lives with his daughter Miranda, and his two servants: Caliban, a savage monster
... Read more
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Pride And Prejudice

by Jane Austen ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

11 hours 25 min

Welcome to the world of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Austen's works are known for their wit, social commentary, and romantic storylines that have captivated readers for generations.This audiobook is an introduction to the life and works of Jane Austen and will provide a glimpse into her world and the literary legacy she left behind. From her early years as ... Read more

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Welcome to the world of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Austen's works are known for their wit, social commentary, and romantic storylines that have captivated readers for generations.This audiobook is an introduction to the life and works of Jane Austen and will provide a glimpse into her world and the literary legacy she left behind. From her early years as
... Read more

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Jude the Obscure

by Thomas Hardy ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

14 hours 18 min

A powerful critique of Victorian society's social constraints and the crushing weight of expectations. The story revolves around Jude Fawley, a working-class dreamer with aspirations of becoming a scholar at the prestigious university in Christminster. Hindered by societal norms, Jude's ambitions are thwarted at every turn, leading him into complicated relationships and heart-wrenching decisions. ... Read more

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A powerful critique of Victorian society's social constraints and the crushing weight of expectations. The story revolves around Jude Fawley, a working-class dreamer with aspirations of becoming a scholar at the prestigious university in Christminster. Hindered by societal norms, Jude's ambitions are thwarted at every turn, leading him into complicated relationships and heart-wrenching decisions.
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The Woman in White

by Wilkie Collins ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

30 hours 6 min

A trailblazing work in the mystery and sensation fiction genres, "The Woman in White" enthralls readers with its complex plot, intriguing characters, and spine-tingling atmosphere. The story begins with Walter Hartright's chance encounter with a mysterious woman in white, setting off a chain of events that unravels dark secrets, mistaken identities, and psychological suspense. As the narrative ... Read more

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A trailblazing work in the mystery and sensation fiction genres, "The Woman in White" enthralls readers with its complex plot, intriguing characters, and spine-tingling atmosphere. The story begins with Walter Hartright's chance encounter with a mysterious woman in white, setting off a chain of events that unravels dark secrets, mistaken identities, and psychological suspense. As the narrative
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Taming Of The Shrew

by William Shakespeare ...

Narrated by Geoffrey Giuliano, The Arc ...

Unabridged

2 hours 54 min

"The Taming of the Shrew" is one of William Shakespeare's timeless comedies. In this classic play, the story revolves around the courtship of a headstrong woman named Katherina, often referred to as Kate, and the efforts of a suitor, Petruchio, to "tame" her. The play is set in the Italian city of Padua and is filled with humor, wit, and clever wordplay, which are hallmarks of Shakespearean comedy ... Read more

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"The Taming of the Shrew" is one of William Shakespeare's timeless comedies. In this classic play, the story revolves around the courtship of a headstrong woman named Katherina, often referred to as Kate, and the efforts of a suitor, Petruchio, to "tame" her. The play is set in the Italian city of Padua and is filled with humor, wit, and clever wordplay, which are hallmarks of Shakespearean comedy
... Read more

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