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This multicast dramatisation of Arabian Nights: Volume 1 is an Audible Original reenvisioning of three iconic tales - with a twist. Adapted by the great Marty Ross, whose previous audio dramas include Romeo and Jude, Dark Shadows, Doctor Who and Blood and Stone, listeners can expect to hear Sheherezade, Ali Baba & 40 Thieves and Julnar the Sea Born as they've never done before.

1847. Tiefste Armut ist in Irland allgegenwärtig. Der Kartoffelpilz breitet sich rasend schnell aus und verwandelt hunderttausende Hektar Acker Kartoffeln–die Hauptnahrungsquelle der Iren–in einen übelriechenden Brei. Eine noch nie dagewesene Hungersnot trifft die Bevölkerung–der Tod hält reiche Beute.

Victoria’s reign was long and presided over the restless expansion of the British Empire and reams of creative genius. Within these volumes we can bring only a glimpse of the richness, beauty and words of their poets and their musings on this remarkable age. Many are world renowned - Tennyson, Browning, Arnold, Kipling, Austin, Hopkins, Hardy and Swinburne. Some almost forgotten - Patmore, Newbolt, Synge. And some are barely noted - Lyall, Meynell and Merdeith. But together they encompass a great poetical age.

In the cutthroat world of 15th-century Italy, the infamous Borgia family rises to power through a deadly mix of ambition, betrayal, and scandal. Alexandre Dumas delves deep into the chilling legacy of the Borgias, unraveling a story that intertwines political machinations with personal vendettas. As the notorious Pope Alexander VI orchestrates a web of intrigue, listeners will witness the lengths to which individuals will go to secure their place in history, including murder, deception, and manipulation. But the dark narrative doesn't end there. Dumas also brings to light the tragic tale of ...

The question of the suppression of the slave-trade is so intimately connected with the questions as to its rise, the system of American slavery, and the whole colonial policy of the eighteenth century, that it is difficult to isolate it, and at the same time to avoid superficiality on the one hand, and unscientific narrowness of view on the other. While I could not hope entirely to overcome such a difficulty, I nevertheless trust that I have succeeded in rendering this monograph a small contribution to the scientific study of slavery and the American Negro. (Summary by W.E. Burghardt Du Bois)

In the captivating tale of Clarissa Harlowe, we meet a beautiful and virtuous young lady caught in the web of her familys newfound wealth and their ambitions for social elevation. As her relatives pressure her to marry the wealthy but unfeeling Roger Solmes, Clarissas spirit remains unyielding. Determined to preserve her autonomy and moral integrity, she is lured by the charming yet cunning Lovelace into a daring escape. Yet, unlike many of her contemporaries, Clarissa dreams not of marriage but of a peaceful life of independence. (Summary by Wikipedia)

Meet Eric Bogosian's unforgettable characters - the stud, the drug dealer, the money-hungry guru, and the molecule-spewing derelict on the train. Bogosian performed these solos as well as some of his other favorite riffs from his OBIE-award winning shows, Sex, Drugs, Rock & Roll, Pounding Nails in the Floor with My Forehead and Wake Up and Smell the Coffee live at the Bowery Poetry Club in NYC on July 28, 2003. The Worst of Bogosian, Volume One is available only from Audible.

Shakespeare's most profound and practical quotations, from A to Z, volume 1. Produced and narrated by John Fiore

Biographies of Raphael Santi, Murillo, Peter Paul Rubens, and Albrecht Durer. This is a wonderful tool for art study as there are references for further study, as well as ideas for language arts to incorporate into the study. Summary by Laura Caldwell

Since 1959, Chicago's Second City improvisational comedy troupe has played a critical role in developing some of the most successful comedians in the United States and Canada. Comedians such as Alan Arkin, Joan Rivers, James Belushi, Bill Murray, Mike Myers, and Richard Kind, to name a few, have all performed with The Second City.

When Pierre Bezukhov unexpectedly inherits a vast fortune, he finds himself drawn into the turbulent world of Russian high society during the Napoleonic Wars. In the first volume of Leo Tolstoy's masterpiece, 'War and Peace,' the intricate lives of aristocrats, soldiers, and commoners intertwine against the backdrop of historical upheaval. As friendships are forged and rivalries ignite, listeners will witness the personal struggles of characters like the passionate Natasha Rostova and the ambitious Prince Andrei Bolkonsky, each wrestling with their own desires and the harsh realities of war. ...

Embark on a compelling journey through the complexities of ambition and disillusionment, as suggested by the poignant title "American Tragedy, Volume 1." This podcast delves into the intricacies of the human experience against the backdrop of the American dream, where aspirations clash with harsh realities. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, exploring narratives that reflect the struggles of individuals caught in the throes of desire, societal expectation, and moral dilemmas. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that illuminate the darker facets of ...

Gilbertina 'Jill' Trecastle takes a bold leap from her privileged life, trading the comforts of high society for the unpredictable world of a traveling lady's-maid. In this riveting first volume of Amy Dillwyn's action-packed adventure, Jill embraces her independence, navigating the challenges of service and the dangers that come with her new role. As she journeys through unfamiliar towns and meets a colorful cast of characters, Jill's spirit and resourcefulness shine, but not without trials that test her resolve. At the heart of her journey lies a fierce desire for freedom and self-discovery,...

Who does not delight in oratory? How we gather to hear even an ordinary speaker! How often is a jury swayed and controlled by the appeals of counsel! Do we not all feel the magic of the power, and when occasionally we are permitted to listen to a great orator how completely we lose ourselves and yield in willing submission to the imperious and impetuous flow of his speech! We have not confined ourselves to any one profession or field of eloquence. The pulpit, the bar, the halls of legislation, and the popular assembly have each and all been called upon for their best contributions. The single ...

American Myths and Legends is another collection of folklore from author Charles M. Skinner, whose exhaustive and expansive work in the field popularized many of these stories in the public imagination. It is intended as a follow-up work to his multivolume magnum opus, Myths and Legends of Our Own Land. This is the first of two volumes. - Summary by ChuckW

It is 1992, just after the USSR was dissolved and free market economy was declared. Without corresponding legislature, law enforcement and even cultural tradition, the country dived into a chaos of an unrestrained freedom. A group of young scientists and a few their friends, some with special military training, decided to investigate the Patomskiy crater, located in the middle of Siberia - just north-east of the Lake Baikal, on the border between the main Russian gold mining region and diamond fields of Yakutia.

Volume 1 contains these 12 essays: 1.) "Americans on a Visit to the Emperor of Russia." 2.) "The Austrian Edison keeping school again" 3.) "The Canvasser's tale." 4.) "The Czar's Soliloquy." 5.) "English as She is Taught." 6.) "Grasses in the South." 7.) "Hawaii." 8.) "A Helpless Situation." 9.) "How I Escaped being Killed in a Duel." 10.) "Important to Whom it may Concern." 11.) "The Austrian Edison Keeping School Again" 12.) "Jim's Investments, and King Sollermun." (Summary by John Greenman)This show includes AI-generated content.

Henrietta is a strong willed young lady who will not give in to her aunt and marry the suitors she proposes. She runs away and adventure ensues. However she meets one young man who she is quite taken with but he does not share all about himself and Henrietta finds herself in some tricky situations. (Summary by Michele Eaton)This LibriVox audiobook is a dramatic reading of volume 1 of this book. Cast list: Henrietta Courteney (Clelia): Michele EatonMiss Woodby (Celinda): Amanda FridayMrs Eccles: Victoria PLady Manning: Elizabeth KlettCoachman, Chaplain and Earl Courtney: tovarischTall Lean ...

It was Godwin, in his Enquiry concerning Political Justice (2 vols., 1793), who was the first to formulate the political and economical conceptions of anarchism, even though he did not give that name to the ideas developed in his remarkable work. Laws, he wrote, are not a product of the wisdom of our ancestors: they are the product of their passions, their timidity, their jealousies and their ambition. The remedy they offer is worse than the evils they pretend to cure. - Summary by Peter Kropotkin (1842-1921)This show includes AI-generated content.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant tapestry of Parisian society as you explore "Mysteries of Paris - Volume 1 (version 2)," where the intricate dynamics of class, identity, and human connection take center stage. This podcast invites listeners to navigate the shadows and secrets of the city, revealing the lives of both the privileged and the downtrodden through a series of compelling audiobooks. Each episode showcases a new complete audiobook, weaving together tales that delve into the complexities of urban life, the struggles of the marginalized, and the unexpected heroism found within the heart...