Pamela, Samuel Richardson’s tale of a beautiful teenage servant-girl protecting her virtue from the amorous advances of her master, created a furore on its publication in 1740. The reading public was split into two factions: those who accepted the story as an encouragement to virtuous behaviour, and those who saw it as disguised pornography. Written in the form of a series of letters from Pamela to her parents, Pamela is a landmark in the development of the English novel.

This audiobook is narrated by Indira Varma and Tom Burke.As recommended by the BBC Radio 2 Book Club'A mystery, a love story and a ghost story, all at once. I didn’t want it to end' - S J WatsonThey say we'll never know what happened to those men.They say the sea keeps its secrets . . .Cornwall, 1972. Three keepers vanish from a remote lighthouse, miles from t...

Full-cast dramatisations of John Fowles' three best-known novels, with star castsJohn Fowles won international acclaim for his innovative, allusive novels The Collector, The Magus and The French Lieutenant's Woman. All were critical and commercial successes, translated into several languages and adapted as feature films. This collection brings together the BBC Radio adaptations of these three modern classics, with stellar casts including J...

Nicholas Urfe, a young British graduate, runs away from his monotonous life to take up a teaching post on the small Greek island of Phraxos. There he meets the enigmatic figure of Maurice Conchis, and slowly gets drawn into a world full of strange encounters and psychological tricks on Conchis's estate at Bourani.When Conchis introduces Nicholas to the enchanting and mysterious Lily Montgomery, reality and illusion begin to intertwine. But what strange game is Conchis playing with ...

Shamela is a bawdy, spirited and hilarious response to Samuel Richardson’s hugely popular 1740 novel, Pamela. In this pointed satire, Shamela (which transpires to be the real name of Richardson’s Pamela) reveals the ulterior motives behind the events that took place in Pamela. Shamela is unlike the virtuous young lady portrayed in Richardson’s novel and she takes command of her master, Squire Booby. Our heroine has planned it all out from the start and she is determined to entrap her maste...

Twelve dramatisations of the best love stories ever written, performed by star castsTreat yourself to this stunning collection of classic stories of love, loss, obstacles overcome and desperate attraction. This is a beautiful, moving and at times thrilling listen which takes you on a journey through the greatest tales of romance ever told. These unmissable, dramatised novels feature stellar performances from fantastic casts including Vanessa Kirby, Hiftu Qu...

Penguin presents the audiobook edition of You Were Gone by Tim Weaver, read by Joe Coen, Rachel Bavidge and Tom Burke.Three days after Christmas, a woman walks into a police station. She has no phone and no ID, just a piece of paper with the name of investigator David Raker on it. She tells officers that Raker is her husband.SHE SAYS SHE'S MY WIFE.When he turns up at the station, Raker is stunned. The woman looks exactly li...

With five Division I national championships to its credit-most recently in 2012-the men’s hockey program at Boston College is a force to be reckoned with year after year. Tales from the Boston College Hockey Locker Room details the long and highly successful history of ice hockey at Boston College, from the informal ice polo” competition held among students at BC’s original campus in the South End of Boston in the 1890s, to the establishment of a formal varsity ice hockey program...

Volume I of "Tom Burke of 'Ours'" likely introduces readers to the main character, Tom Burke, and his experiences as a soldier. The novel may follow Burke's journey from his humble beginnings in Ireland to his enlistment in the British army, where he becomes involved in various military campaigns and adventures.Charles James Lever was known for his vivid and humorous portrayal of Irish life and characters, and "Tom Burke of 'Ours'" is likely no exception. The novel is probably filled with ...

Tom Burke Of "Ours" VOL. I is a novel set against the backdrop of military life during the Napoleonic Wars, focusing on family dynamics, loss, and personal struggle. The story examines the impact of familial neglect and favoritism, exploring the emotional challenges faced by a young boy in a difficult period of his life. It delves into the complexities of relationships, particularly within a family where affection is scarce and expectations are heavy. The novel also reflects on the themes ...

The complete canon of the Brontë sisters' classic novels, dramatised by bestselling author Rachel JoyceJane Eyre by Charlotte BrontëOrphan Jane falls in love with the enigmatic Rochester, but he is concealing a dark secret.Wuthering Heights by Emily BrontëOn the bleak Yorkshire moors, Heathcliff and Cathy’s elemental passion runs wild – but t...

In Volume II, readers can expect to encounter more of the colorful characters, humorous situations, and exciting adventures that characterize Lever's writing. The novel may delve deeper into Burke's personal journey, his relationships with fellow soldiers, and his encounters with enemies on the battlefield.As with Volume I, Volume II of "Tom Burke of 'Ours'" likely offers a vivid and entertaining portrayal of military life during the Napoleonic era, filled with lively dialogue, dramatic sc...