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When Dorian Gray, a wealthy but naive young man, has his portrait painted, he rashly wishes that he could remain as youthful and beautiful as the handsome face in the portrait. Little does he realize that his wish will come true. But Gray¹s wanton lifestyle will eventually catch up with him, and the consequences of his reckless behavior will come to haunt him. Starring: Frank Perry, Budd Knapp, Robert Christie and others. Produced and Directed by Andrew Allan. Original Music Composed by Lucio Agostini. CBC Stage Series. Originally Broadcast 1950.

The second play in the volume is Alexandre Dumas' Camille. Marguerite Gauthier is a dying French courtesan who has won the heart of Armand Duval, a handsome young nobleman. Secretly, Armand¹s father persuades Marguerite to give up his son. Soon after, the father relents and Armand returns to Marguerite, but he may be too late as he finds her close to death. Starring: Barry Morse, Barbara Chilcott, Frank Peddie and others. Produced and Directed by Andrew Allan. Original Music Composed by Lucio Agostini. CBC Stage Series. Originally Broadcast 1950.

A Radio 4 dramatization starring Angharad Rees as Emma Woodhouse - clever and rich, with a comfortable home and a happy disposition. When her long-time companion leaves the household to marry, Emma decides to entertain herself by meddling in the affairs of her acquaintances.

Full-cast dramatizations bring to life four classic mysteries featuring the inimitable Sherlock Holmes--""Silver Blaze,"" ""The Yellow Face,"" ""The Stockbroker's Clerk,"" and ""The Gloria Scott.""

The War of the Worlds is a timeless science fiction novel by H.G. Wells. Taking place in London, it covers the fears, escape plans and struggles for reunion of families amidst an invasion from mars. An inspiration to artists of every sort from radio to literature to film, this is the original edition updated with a working table of contents for easy navigation.

Her career in homicide has taken her into the darkest depths of New York City’s underground—and sometimes Lieutenant Eve Dallas feels more comfortable in those kinds of places than in the high-rise, high-society world of her billionaire husband, Roarke. But while she’s no party girl, she’s managing to have a reasonably good time at the celebrity-packed bash celebrating the debut of The Icove Agenda. This time it’s Eve, not Roarke, who’s a guest of honor, since the film is based on one of her famous cases. Her partner, Peabody, is practically giddy over rubbing shoulders with Hollywood royalty. Eve, on the other hand, is more likely to roll her eyes than have stars in them. But she has to admit it’s a little spooky seeing the actress playing her, who looks almost like her long-lost twin. Not as unsettling, though, as seeing K. T. Harris, the actress who plays Peabody—drowned in the lap pool on the roof of the director’s luxury building. Talented but rude, and widely disliked, K.T. had made an embarrassing scene during dinner. She clearly liked being the center of attention. Now she’s at the center of a crime scene—and Eve is more than ready to get out of her high heels and strap on her holster, to step into the role she was born to play: cop.

Downton Abbey has captured the imagination of the nation. Written by Oscar-winning writer Julian Fellowes the show has become the benchmark for quality drama, and a commentary on all things British. Downton Abbey portrays a world of elegance and decadence, a world of duty and obedience and a world of romance and rivalry: this companion book, full of rich historical detail, takes fans deeper into that period than ever before. Step inside one of the most beautiful houses in Britain, past Carson the butler at the front door and into the grand hallway. Catch a glimpse of the family having drinks in the drawing room before dinner, dressed in their evening finery, whilst Lord Grantham finishes writing a letter in his study. Then climb the grand sweeping staircase to the maze of rooms upstairs and peak through Lady Mary's open door to see Anna, her maid, tidying scent bottles and jewellery on the ornate dressing table. Follow Anna down the servants' stairs and into the kitchens to watch Mrs Patmore frantically preparing dinner. Mrs Hughes keeps a watchful eye from her study and the world of Downton comes alive before you. Experience the inner workings of the downstairs life and be dazzled by the glamour of upstairs life with profiles of all the major characters, interviews with the actors, behind the scenes insights and in-depth information on costumes and props.

Written for J.R.R. Tolkien"s own children, The Hobbit met with instant critical acclaim when first published more than sixty years ago. Now recognized as a timeless classic with sales of more than 40 million copies worldwide, this introduction to Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Wizard, and the spectacular world of Middle-earth tells of the adventures of a reluctant hero, a powerful and dangerous ring, and the cruel dragon Smaug the Magnificent.

With a cast of characters that covers the whole spectrum of London life, from the grotesque nouveax riches Veneerings to the poverty-stricken Betty Higden, Dickens weaves a tapestry of tales that are by turns funny, moving the and tragic.  It is both a powerful satire on the corrupting power of wealth and a richly comic vision of the great city of Dickens' time.

Originally produced for BBC broadcast by the world's most talented creators of radio entertainment, this audio presentation of Dicken's last completed novel is brought magically to life.  Wtih a full cast and stirring music, Our Mutual Friend is an extraordinary dramatization listeners won't soon forget.

Written by the author of "Surfacing", "Lady Oracle", "Life Before Man" and "Bodily Harm", this science fiction story was shortlisted for the Booker Prize and was the winner of the Arthur C. Clarke Award for Science Fiction. This is a film tie-in reissue.