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Wonderful Adventures of Phra the Phoenician

Wonderful Adventures of Phra the Phoenician

By: Edwin Lester Arnold
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 Dive into the captivating saga of Phra, a daring Phoenician merchant and warrior who settles in southern England as the devoted husband of Blodwen, a beautiful British princess. After meeting a tragic end during the Roman invasion, Phra awakens centuries later to discover that Blodwen has intricately tattooed the history of their family and village across his body. As he navigates through moments of suspended animation, Phra finds himself at the heart of pivotal events, from the Roman departure to the Norman conquest and the Hundred Years War. Throughout his journey, Blodwen appears to him in ghostly form and as a series of enchanting lovers. Prepare for a tale filled with adventure, epic battles, romance, and mystery, along with sharp insights on the futility of war. And for those who stick around until the end, brace yourself for a touch of whimsical science featuring a chaotic steam-powered robot. Originally published in the Illustrated London News and later released as a book, Phras remarkable adventures found new life in the 1970s as part of the Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson)Copyright International Ambient Sounds
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  • 025 - Chapter 23

    025 - Chapter 23
    Jan 25 2026
    Dive into the captivating saga of Phra, a daring Phoenician merchant and warrior who settles in southern England as the devoted husband of Blodwen, a beautiful British princess. After meeting a tragic end during the Roman invasion, Phra awakens centuries later to discover that Blodwen has intricately tattooed the history of their family and village across his body. As he navigates through moments of suspended animation, Phra finds himself at the heart of pivotal events, from the Roman departure to the Norman conquest and the Hundred Years War. Throughout his journey, Blodwen appears to him in ghostly form and as a series of enchanting lovers. Prepare for a tale filled with adventure, epic battles, romance, and mystery, along with sharp insights on the futility of war. And for those who stick around until the end, brace yourself for a touch of whimsical science featuring a chaotic steam-powered robot. Originally published in the Illustrated London News and later released as a book, Phras remarkable adventures found new life in the 1970s as part of the Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson)
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    42 mins
  • 024 - Chapter 22

    024 - Chapter 22
    Jan 24 2026
    Dive into the captivating saga of Phra, a daring Phoenician merchant and warrior who settles in southern England as the devoted husband of Blodwen, a beautiful British princess. After meeting a tragic end during the Roman invasion, Phra awakens centuries later to discover that Blodwen has intricately tattooed the history of their family and village across his body. As he navigates through moments of suspended animation, Phra finds himself at the heart of pivotal events, from the Roman departure to the Norman conquest and the Hundred Years War. Throughout his journey, Blodwen appears to him in ghostly form and as a series of enchanting lovers. Prepare for a tale filled with adventure, epic battles, romance, and mystery, along with sharp insights on the futility of war. And for those who stick around until the end, brace yourself for a touch of whimsical science featuring a chaotic steam-powered robot. Originally published in the Illustrated London News and later released as a book, Phras remarkable adventures found new life in the 1970s as part of the Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson)
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    40 mins
  • 023 - Chapter 21

    023 - Chapter 21
    Jan 23 2026
    Dive into the captivating saga of Phra, a daring Phoenician merchant and warrior who settles in southern England as the devoted husband of Blodwen, a beautiful British princess. After meeting a tragic end during the Roman invasion, Phra awakens centuries later to discover that Blodwen has intricately tattooed the history of their family and village across his body. As he navigates through moments of suspended animation, Phra finds himself at the heart of pivotal events, from the Roman departure to the Norman conquest and the Hundred Years War. Throughout his journey, Blodwen appears to him in ghostly form and as a series of enchanting lovers. Prepare for a tale filled with adventure, epic battles, romance, and mystery, along with sharp insights on the futility of war. And for those who stick around until the end, brace yourself for a touch of whimsical science featuring a chaotic steam-powered robot. Originally published in the Illustrated London News and later released as a book, Phras remarkable adventures found new life in the 1970s as part of the Newcastle Forgotten Fantasy Library. (Phil Benson)
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    30 mins
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