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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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The Arabian Nights is part of the Barnes & Noble Classics series, which offers quality editions at affordable prices to the student and the general reader, including new scholarship, thoughtful design, and pages of carefully crafted extras. Here are some of the remarkable features of Barnes & Noble Classics:
• New introductions commissioned from today's top writers and scholars
• Biographies of the authors
• Chronologies of contemporary historical,...
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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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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.
5) 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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All the stories in Standing Her Ground have been chosen to celebrate the skill, the passion and achievements of women writers spanning one hundred years of innovation.
Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition is edited by Harriet Sanders.
Edith Wharton was the first...
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Feel the breathtaking tingle of suspense. Share the captivating horror of the supernatural in these six complete stories presented by a masterful reader.This audio recording includes:• "A Watcher by the Dead" by Ambrose Bierce-A corpse brings death, dereliction, and madness to those who would play with it.• "The Body-Snatchers" by Robert Louis Stevenson-A never-ending demand for bodies for medical dissection delivers nightly horrors.• "Adventure...
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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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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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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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This wonderful collection of eighteen short stories includes work by some of literature's most treasured names, including Mark Twain, Edgar Allan Poe, James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Oscar Wilde, and many more. This superlative treasury includes "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe; "A Piece of String" by Guy Le Maupassant; "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin; "The Mark on the Wall" by Virginia Woolf; "Nuns at Lunch" by...
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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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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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Listen to this audio collection of classic dog stories read by an ensemble cast of treasured readers - including Lorelei King, Samuel West, Thomas Judd, Imogen Church and Gordon Kennedy.
From the grit of a frontier man's dog, from pampered lapdog to wayward mongrel, from faithful guard dog to strong willed pet they're all here in Classic Dog Stories – the perfect audiobook for dog lovers everywhere.
In this entertaining collection, dogs of all...
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As the nights draw in and Halloween is just around the corner, what better to listen to than this collection of seriously spooky stories about ghosts, ghouls and things that go bump in the night. Read to you by an ensemble cast of unforgettable readers - including Imogen Church, Samuel West, Thomas Judd and Robert G. Slade.
Ghost stories became hugely popular during the nineteenth century and the Victorians became the masters of the genre. This deliciously...
17) The Time Machine
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The Time Machine cemented author H.G. Wells as the father of modern science fiction. In it, the Time Traveller embarks on a staggering journey 800,000 years into the future, where he is propelled to the age of a slowly dying Earth. There he encounters the highly evolved Eloi, as well as the brutish Morlocks who lurk beneath in tunnels. The Time Machine offers a harrowing and penetrating look into a proposed future for mankind, and illuminates its...
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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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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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