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    • Riders to the Sea Cover
      by LovelyMay *Riders to the Sea* by John Millington Synge is a poignant one-act play that portrays a mother’s struggle with the relentless loss of family members to the sea, highlighting themes of fate, grief, and the harshness of nature.
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      by LovelyMay The Lady of Lyons by Edward Bulwer-Lytton is a romantic melodrama set in 19th-century France, telling the story of a young woman, Pauline, who is torn between the affections of two men, while themes of love, honor, and social expectations unfold amidst moments of high emotion and tragic misunderstandings.
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      The Seagull

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      by LovelyMay The Sea-Gull by Anton Chekhov is a poignant play that explores the complexities of love, ambition, and artistic aspiration, following the intertwined lives of a group of characters, including a young writer, a famous actress, and a disillusioned poet, whose personal and professional struggles lead to tragic outcomes.
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      by LovelyMay Letters on Literature by Susan Fenimore Cooper is a collection of insightful essays and personal letters that explore a wide range of literary topics, offering reflections on the art of writing, the role of literature in society, and the works of notable authors, all framed within the context of 19th-century American culture.
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      by LovelyMay She Stoops to Conquer by Oliver Goldsmith is a celebrated 18th-century comedy of manners that masterfully intertwines romance, humor, and satire. The play revolves around the schemes and misunderstandings that arise when young Charles Marlow, awkward around high-born women but confident with those of lower status, mistakes the home of his intended bride, Kate Hardcastle, for an inn. Taking advantage of the confusion, Kate pretends to be a barmaid to win his affection in her own clever way. With its engaging plot, sharp wit, and commentary on social conventions, the play remains a timeless exploration of love, identity, and the follies of human behavior.
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      by LovelyMay Letters to Dead Authors by Andrew Lang is a unique and imaginative collection of fictional letters addressed to great literary figures of the past, such as Shakespeare, Dickens, and Homer. In these witty and reflective letters, Lang pays tribute to their works, explores their influence on literature and culture, and humorously engages with their characters and themes. This charming book is both a celebration of classic literature and a playful meditation on the timeless connection between readers and writers.
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      Uncle Vanya

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      by LovelyMay Uncle Vanya by Anton Chekhov is a poignant and bittersweet play that explores themes of unfulfilled dreams, love, and the search for meaning in rural Russia. Set on a deteriorating estate, the story revolves around the lives of Uncle Vanya, his niece Sonya, and the arrival of Professor Serebryakov and his young wife Yelena, whose presence disrupts the household. As long-buried resentments and desires surface, the characters grapple with their frustrations, longings, and the harsh realities of life. With Chekhov’s masterful blend of humor and tragedy, Uncle Vanya captures the complexity of human emotions and the universal struggle for purpose and happiness.
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      by LovelyMay Buttered Side Down by Edna Ferber is a delightful collection of short stories that offers witty, poignant, and insightful glimpses into the lives of everyday people. Published in 1912, the stories explore themes of love, ambition, hardship, and the unpredictable nature of life, often emphasizing the humor and irony in ordinary circumstances. With Ferber’s sharp observations and engaging prose, the collection captures the struggles and triumphs of its characters, making it a timeless celebration of human resilience and spirit.
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      by LovelyMay A Mountain Woman by Ridgwell Cullum is a captivating tale set in the wilderness, following the life of a determined and resourceful woman who faces the harsh realities of mountain life while dealing with love, survival, and the complexities of human relationships. The novel explores themes of strength, perseverance, and the enduring spirit of the frontier.
    • ON OFFICIAL DUTY Cover
      by LovelyMay "It has all been according to the regulation," he said, smiling naively as he looked at the examining magistrate with his watery eyes, evidently wishing to suggest by that smile that now everything was satisfactory, that everything had turned out well. He helped the examining magistrate into the sledge, tucked the covering round him, and said: "I hope you will be comfortable." The sledge moved off. Lyzhin looked round for the last time to say good-by to Loshadin, but the latter was no longer by the…
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