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Two red-headed comedians revisit classic kids’ books. Will our childhood treasures stand the test of time? Or will we be forced to make fun of them on a podcast?

Pollyanna by Eleanor H. Porter. "Pollyanna," a novel by Eleanor H. Porter published in 1913, tells the story of an optimistic orphaned girl who comes to live with her austere Aunt Polly Harrington. The narrative revolves around Pollyanna's unyielding cheerfulness and her creation of the "Glad Game," a practice of finding something to be glad about in any situation. Despite Aunt Polly's disapproval and a challenging living environment in an uncomfortable attic room, Pollyanna's bright spirit gradually wins over the hearts of those around her, including the reclusive gentleman John Pendleton ...

Eleanor Constance Lodge, (1869-1936), was the first woman to receive a Doctorate of Letters from the University of Oxford. In this short survey, the 180 years between 1273 and 1453 are characterized as a period of "transition--a time in which medieval characteristics were decaying and modern characteristics were growing up." This is the age of Joan of Arc, of the recovery of Spain from the Moors, of the failed Crusades of the Teutonic Knights, and of the union of Poland and Lithuania under the strong house of Jagello. The Swiss Republic rose, while schism divided the Papacy and the German ...

Only 15-years-old, Eleanor Vane is very happy with her lot: educated in an expensive finishing school in Paris, the apple of her father's eye, and disposed to be kind. Of course there are things missing: she does not remember her mother who died when she was young. But at least she has her father... Until he unexpectedly dies. Now Eleanor is at the mercy of her half-siblings who were never in touch with her, and the rest of the world who would consider her an orphaned beggar. Sent to work as a lady's companion to an old friend of her late father's, Eleanor might, just might, be able to win a ...

Rainy Week by Eleanor Hallowell Abbott. A couple invite people of different walks of life to their cottage along the beach, during the rainiest week of the year. The gathered people are unknowing actors in a carefully crafted play that is created by inviting personalities that can be manipulated by the ever changing environment, or by other nearby personalities. ( Glenn Koster, Jr.) “To be indeed absolutely explicit experience has proved, with an almost chemical accuracy, that, quite regardless of "age, sex, or previous condition of servitude," this particular combination of Romantic ...

Eleanor Wachtel in Conversation with... launches a new series of captivating interviews with internationally acclaimed writers. True to her renowned talent, Eleanor Wachtel, the iconic host of Writers & Company on CBC Radio for several decades, will lead these rich and inspiring conversations. A unique opportunity to explore literature in a fresh light.

An uplifting new podcast from bestselling author Eleanor Ray for book lovers everywhere. Special guest writers each episode will share insights into their creative process, journey to publication, reading recommendations, and we find joy in what we do.

Leitura completa do livro "Senhorita Billy" de Eleanor H. Porter. (Livro exclusivo dos assinantes do clube de leitores da Pedra Azul Editora)m e lido com exclusividade para os sócios do clube Sons da Leitura. Esse livro tem 179 páginas e teremos a leitura completa Esse é o 22º livro lido pelo clube Sons da Leitura. Para ter acesso a leitura completa , deve assinar o clube. Para acompanhar nossas leituras mensais, deve-se tornar sócio do clube "Sons da Leitura". Informações sobre o clube e efetuar a assinatura nesse link: ⁠https://www.euamoleitura.com.br/pagina/...

The Moberly–Jourdain incident was an event that occurred on 10 August 1901 in the gardens of the Petit Trianon, involving two female academics, Charlotte Anne Moberly and Eleanor Jourdain. The women were both from educated backgrounds. During a trip to Versailles, they visited the Petit Trianon, a small château in the grounds of the Palace of Versailles, where they allegedly experienced a time slip, and saw Marie Antoinette as well as other people of the same period. After researching the history of the palace, and comparing notes of their experience, they published their work in a book ...

Welcome to the Keys of the Kingdom Podcast where we talk all things fantasy and science-fiction in the Keys of the Kingdom world and in other worlds! This audio podcast focuses on all things books, authors, and the fantasy and supernatural realms!