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From Washington Irving (1783—1859) to F. Scott Fitzgerald (1896—1940), the authors represented in this expansive American short story anthology invite you to see the world as they saw it.
Irving's culture-defining tales of American life-"The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" and "Rip Van Winkle"-offer a turn of events that both surprises and chills the reader. In "Bartleby," Herman Melville introduces us to a lawyer whose easy way of life is upended by...
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A great new collection of classic short fiction, brilliantly read by a selection of narratorsThis recording includes the following stories:- "The Lightening-Rod Man" by Herman Melville- "One of the Missing" by Ambrose Bierce- "The Leopard Man's Story" by Jack London- "Tennessee's Partner" by Bret Harte- "The New Catacomb" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle- "A Pair of Silk Stockings" by Kate Chopin- "My Watch" and "The Widow's Protest" by Mark Twain- "An Ideal...
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A Joe Bev Audio Theater Sampler, Volume 2 is an anthology representing more than forty years of storytelling by Joe Bevilacqua, a.k.a Joe Bev, the award-winning actor, writer, producer, and director.
Each half-hour is beautifully produced with original a cast of professional actors, sound effects, and music.
Volume 2 includes:
• "I'll Teach You! … or A Box of Nothing" by Joe Bevilacqua
• "A Call from the Storm" by Jim Nixon
• "Uncle Dunkle...
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The world-class writers featured in this collection are adept at conjuring the depth of passion that surrounds all stories of love and loss. The short story form is perfect for capturing the uplift and dizzying heights that accompany a new object of affection, as well as the queasy unease and bottomless longing of lost loves.This recording includes: "The Lady with the Dog," by Anton Chekhov; "Rappuccini's Daughter," by Nathaniel Hawthorne; "The Piazza,"...
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Enduring stories that are as relevant today as they were when written at the turn of the century by influential women writers. This audio recording includes: On the Divide and The Garden Lodge by Willa Cather; A Point at Issue, Desiree's Baby, A Pair of Silk Stockings, and The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin; Three Thanksgivings and The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman; and The Pelican and The Fullness of Life by Edith Wharton.
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Enjoy the traditions of holidays past with this classic collection of fun and touching stories. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, read by John Mawson.
Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus by Francis Pharcellus Church, read by Paul Boehmer.
The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry, read by Paul Boehmer'Twas the Night before Christmas by Clement C. Moore, read by Gregory Itzin.
Peace on Earth, Goodwill to Dogs by Eleanor Hallowell Abbott, read...
7) Waterlogg Classic Literature Pack: Anton Chekhov, O. Henry, Stephen Crane, and William Shakespeare
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This collection provides over five hours of radio dramatizations of some of the greatest literature ever written, as adapted, produced, and directed by Joe Bevilacqua.
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The Weird Circle radio show was an anthology of classic thrillers from the pens of the world's best-known and respected fiction authors of the nineteenth century. The focus was on stories of horror, suspense, and the supernatural by such authors as Edgar Allan Poe, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Mary Shelley, with an occasional drama by the likes of Emily Brontë, Charles Dickens, and George Eliot. For The Weird Circle, produced in New York by NBC and...
10) Feminine Shorts: Stories Reflecting the Challenges of Being Female at the Turn of the 20th Century
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From the National Women's History Alliance, by Bonnie Eisenberg and Mary Ruthsdotter, 1998:"1998 marked the 150th Anniversary of a movement by women to achieve full civil rights in this country. Over the past seven generations, dramatic social and legal changes have been accomplished that are now so accepted that they go unnoticed by people whose lives they have utterly changed. Many people who have lived through the recent decades of this process...
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Fourteen mysteries to test your inner sleuth! This collection includes "The Stolen White Elephant" by Mark Twain, narrated by Mauro Hantman; "The Fenchurch Street Mystery" by Baroness Orczy, narrated by Davina Porter; "Problem of the Superfluous Finger" by Jacques Futrelle, narrated by Stephen R. Thorne; "The Blue Sequin" by R. Austin Freeman, narrated by Simon Vance; "An Intangible Clue" by Anna Katharine Green, narrated by Angela Brazil; and "The...
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This recording presents a series of patriotic selections of unquestioned literary merit. The stories have been chosen with special regard to their effectiveness as avenues through which young people may experience the sentiments upon which love of native land depends. Featuring iconic American heroes such as Lincoln, Washington, and Davy Crockett, these selections will inspire an enthusiasm for the American spirit and a pronounced regard for the institutions...
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With timeless classics from some of the most notable names in literature, this Christmas story bundle is the perfect listen for the most wonderful time of the year.
This bundle includes: A Christmas Carol, Old Christmas, The Romance of a Christmas Card, The Adventure of the Christmas Pudding, A Christmas Dream, and How It Came True on Christmas Day, Christmas at Thompson Hall, A Country Christmas, The First Christmas Tree, A Christmas Tree, A Merry...
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A Joe Bev Audio Theater Sampler, Volume 1 is an anthology representing more than forty years of storytelling by Joe Bevilacqua, a.k.a Joe Bev, the award-winning actor, writer, producer, and director.
Each half-hour is beautifully produced with original a cast of professional actors, sound effects, and music.
Volume 1 includes:
• "The Mystery of the Creepy Hack Writer" by Joe Bevilacqua
• "Arise from the Angry Seas" by J. C. Del La Torre
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Here in one volume are seven great plays: Medea, The Tempest, The Imaginary Invalid, Camille, An Enemy of the People, Arms and the Man, and Uncle Vanya, all under the direction of veteran producer Yuri Rasovsky. This collection illustrates the development of European drama from ancient times to the threshold of the modern theater.
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During the hectic Christmas season, slow down with these heartwarming stories from some of literature's most beloved writers. In this collection, readers will discover lesser-known but tender stories and poems from classic authors they know and love. Each selection celebrates the beauty, mystery, and joy found in the season that commemorates Christ's birth. A Vintage Christmas includes stories from Louisa May Alcott, Charles Dickens, Nathaniel Hawthorne,...
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Immerse yourself. Savor the best storytelling from the greatest authors of the supernatural. The haunting language and brilliant rendition create an extraordinary atmosphere. This audio recording includes: "Ethan Brand" by Nathaniel Hawthorne - A lime-burner and his young son encounter the man searching for the Unpardonable Sin.; "The Yellow Sign" by Robert W. Chambers-Using the rich, gothic language of Poe, the author creates a similar shocking effect.;...
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This inspiring anthology collects enduring and entertaining stories that have enthralled young and old, by the cherished authors whose tales have captivated children for generations. Perfect for the family car trip or at-home listening, these recordings sparkle with the wit and wonder of time-tested storytelling. This audio recording includes: • "Moni the Goat-Boy" by Johanna Spyri• "An Adventure on Island Rock" by L. M. Montgomery• "Tom Thumb"...
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A treasure chest of the written and spoken word, this collection is read by brilliant actors who make this audio anthology a genuine treat for the listener. This audio recording includes: • "Reginald on House Parties" by Saki, narrated by Nigel Hawthorne• "The Sphinx Without a Secret" by Oscar Wilde, narrated by Martin Jarvis• "Tobermory" by Saki, narrated by Barbara Leigh-Hunt• "On Being Idle" by Jerome K. Jerome, narrated by Hugh Laurie•...
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These four recordings of twentieth-century American authors interpreting their own works were highly praised when first released in the 1960s. Today the cultural and historical value of these recordings makes them an essential part of our literary heritage.
In this collection, James Baldwin reads from Giovanni's Room and Another Country, exploring the challenges of being black and gay in mid-twentieth century America. William Styron reads about a...
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