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Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson invite listeners, for the last time, into the world of criminal puzzles. The most famous detective duo gradually approaches the solution to the mysteries of the criminal underworld. This time, among other things, they explain the theft of a precious jewel, search for the "vampire" of Sussex, and solve the mystery of the disappearance of the young wife of a paint merchant.

Edward Pendrick, the sole survivor of a shipwreck, lands on a mysterious island inhabited by the eccentric, brilliant scientist Dr. Moreau and his assistant Montgomery. Dr. Moreau's passion is physiology - he incessantly works on crossbreeding various animal species, simultaneously enriching them with human traits. These horrifying and macabre experiments soon spiral out of control, unleashing true horror on the island.

"The Time Machine," first published in 1895, is one of the most important novels in the history of world science fiction literature. The plot focuses on the fate of the scientist, the Time Traveler, who, with the help of a self-constructed device, travels to the distant future, where he encounters two distinct human races–the Eloi and the Morlocks.

“The Yellow Wallpaper” whispers secrets from its peeling edges, a silent witness to a woman’s descent into madness. In the dim light of her secluded room, she grapples with more than just faded wallpaper; it’s her sanity that unravels thread by thread. As the moon casts eerie shadows, the yellow hue takes on a life of its own, revealing cryptic patterns—a dance of confinement and rebellion.

The calm prevailing on Baker Street is interrupted by the visit of Mary Morstan. A beautiful, young woman seeks help from Sherlock Holmes. It turns out that for the past 10 years, on the anniversary of her father's mysterious disappearance, someone sends her a precious pearl. This time, however, she also received a letter, in which there is a proposal for a meeting.

Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson are investigating a mysterious murder. John Douglas, a wealthy man with a mysterious and unknown past, is the victim. Suspicions of committing the murder fall on, among others, a friend of the house, the victim's spouse, a mysterious avenger...

The Memories of Sherlock Holmes is a collection of eleven stories about the famous London detective. Holmes, along with his friend Dr. Watson, as always, takes on the challenge of solving many complicated mysteries. One of them leads to a deadly encounter with Professor Moriarty, a dangerous yet brilliant criminal and Holmes's greatest adversary. The meeting takes place near the Reichenbach Falls. Will Holmes return?

The White People leads us into a mesmerizing world where sin and sainthood dance on a razor's edge. Ambrose, the enigmatic philosopher, challenges conventional wisdom, blurring the lines between good and evil, unveiling the enthralling beauty of sin and the austerity of sainthood.

As a result of the experiment, Griffin becomes invisible. In an attempt to conceal his condition, the mad scientist wraps himself in bandages, but this only arouses suspicion among the villagers he arrives to work on reversing the process. He desires to become a normal man again while also exploiting his invention to amass a fortune. Unfortunately, subsequent attempts yield no results, and the frustrated Griffin begins to terrorize the villagers...

A reanimated Roman soldier, Valerius, finds himself in a ruined world centuries after his time. Unable to connect with modern society, he retreats into isolation until he meets Isabell, who tries to show him the beauty of the rebuilt Rome. Despite her efforts, Valerius remains haunted by the past and sets off to explore humanity's progress before his inevitable demise. This poignant tale mirrors themes from "Frankenstein" and delves into the posthuman experience, the last remnants of a bygone era, and the intersection of race and politics.

In 1826, Roger Dodsworth emerges from a centuries-old coma in the Alps, captivating the world. The media frenzy and hoax blur fact and fiction, while Mary Shelley weaves a tragicomic tale around Dodsworth's resurrection.

In a remote Welsh village, forbidden love and secrets converge. When Rosina, banished by her guardian, disappears, Henry embarks on a desperate search. Guided by whispers of the Invisible Girl, he discovers her hidden in a ruin. Love triumphs, forgiveness prevails. Mary Shelley's haunting tale unveils the power of redemption.