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Born into a religious Jewish family in Poland, Urke Nachalnik writes about his life of crime as one of Poland's most fascinating underworld figures. His biographical narrative garnered instant success, hitting bestseller lists and even being serialized in Jewish newspapers in New York. Set against the backdrop of World War I, he brutally recounts his evolution from a struggling youth to a master thief, revealing the moral dilemmas, fleeting loyalties, and raw humanity of his experiences.

Vu Trong Phung is considered one of the most influential figures of 20th century Vietnamese literature, with several of his works taught in Vietnamese schools. Often compared to Balzac, his works were banned in Northern Vietnam until the 1980s, as they were deemed "obscene". The Lottery Winner narrates the story of Phuc who unexpectedly wins the lottery, and his life—and the lives of those around him—takes a dramatic and often hilarious turn. Listen to or read the whole story on https://www.outlandia.media/collections/the-catalog/products/the-lottery-winner

Hailing from an illustrious circle of authors - childhood friends with Marcel Proust, son of the novelist Alphonse Daudet, and grandson-in-law of Victor Hugo - Leon Daudet was a key member of the French literary establishment, known for his sharp wit and controversial opinions. A compelling tale of manipulation and moral ambiguity filled with dark humor, The Matchmaker centers on a cunning matchmaker who wields her influence to orchestrate relationships and events for her own gain. Listen to/Read the whole book on https://www.outlandia.media/

Written by Danish Nobel laureate and the father of the modern Danish novel, Henrik Pontoppidan, Realm of the Dead (1912–1916) paints a stark portrait of Denmark in the wake of democracy’s apparent triumph in 1901. Against a backdrop of decaying political ideals, unbridled capitalism, and the corruption of art and the press, the novel delves into the struggles of a young, progressive squire burdened by illness and unfulfilled reformist dreams. Listen to or read the whole book on www.outlandia.media

One of Turkiye's most influential authors and often likened to Charles Dickens, Hüseyin Rahmi Gürpınar addressed issues like superstition, class struggles, and gender dynamics with a mix of realism and humor. Set in Istanbul, this sharp and humorous satirical story captures the hysteria surrounding the predicted approach of Halley's Comet in 1919. Against a backdrop of apocalyptic fears and superstitions, the story follows İrfan Galip, a modern - yet conservative - young man, as he navigates his budding romance with a mysterious woman. Listen to the whole book on https://...