Showing results for "sleep" in Literary History & Criticism

Relax with our sleep stories, read in a calming voice to help you unwind at bedtime. Each episode has a story or excerpt from our library of classics. For full audiobooks and more, visit our website, AiReadToMe.com.

In this eye-opening six-part series, Dr. Franziska Kohlt looks at the concept of dreams through the lens of the stories that feature them. You’ll visit the enchanted slumbering land of Sleeping Beauty and the dark and mysterious realm of The Sandman. You’ll explore the ironic dreaming devices of Slaughterhouse-Five; the trippy, fantastical world of Alice in Wonderland; and many more on the quest to deconstruct the symbolism and intent of the dreams that are part of the narrative—or even, in some cases, that are characters in the narrative.

UNLOCKING THE POWER OF SLEEP AND DREAMS

Miss Marple Sleep Stories – Relax with timeless mystery stories, cozy detective tales, and peaceful bedtime storytelling inspired by the world of Miss Marple. Enjoy classic mysteries, village secrets, intriguing investigations, and relaxing stories designed for nighttime listening and sleep.Perfect for fans of Miss Marple, mystery stories, detective stories, cozy mysteries, bedtime stories, sleep stories, relaxing stories, classic crime fiction, and nighttime storytelling.Listen, relax, and let each mystery carry you gently into the night.

creates long-form Victorian sleep stories for adults, designed to support deep sleep, relaxation, and natural insomnia relief. This channel features calm, softly narrated bedtime stories set in Victorian England, with cozy atmospheres and a slow, unhurried pace. Each story unfolds gently through candlelit rooms, quiet streets, old libraries, country inns, and forgotten gardens — inspired by the timeless mood of Dickensian-era. These sleep stories are carefully crafted to quiet racing thoughts, ease anxiety, and help the body and mind relax into deep, peaceful rest. There are no sudden sounds...

In 1954, at the start of the Cold War, the Soviet military offered four political prisoners their freedom if they participated in an experiment requiring them to remain awake for 14 days while under the influence of a powerful stimulant gas. The prisoners ultimately reverted to murder, self-mutilation, and madness. None survived. In 2018, Dr. Roy Wallis, an esteemed psychology professor at UC Berkeley, is attempting to recreate the same experiment. What begins innocently enough, however, morphs into a nightmare.

Classic Books for Sleep features calm, peaceful readings of public-domain books selected to help you relax, unwind, and drift off to sleep. Each episode brings you classic literature, forgotten stories, vintage essays, and quiet old-world writing presented in a slow, gentle style created for bedtime listening. Settle in, close your eyes, and let the soothing rhythm of timeless books carry you toward sleep. 📚 Explore the complete Free Audiobook Library in one convenient place and help us keep classic audiobooks freely available: https://www.patreon.com/freeaudiobooklibraryBecome a supporter ...

Whimsical stories, fantasies and snippets from old tales read out in a way intended to lull you to sleep.

Irish ASMR: Learn in Your Dreams Do you love mythology but struggle to find the time? Do you wish you could fall asleep faster and wake up smarter? Then this channel is for you! Welcome to The Sleepy Scholar, the channel where I whisper to you about interesting subjects with an Irish perspective. From history and culture to science and literature, I cover a wide range of topics that will stimulate your curiosity and soothe your senses. Whether you need help falling asleep or you want to expand your mind, I'm here for you. Join me every week for a new episode of The Sleepy Scholar. #folklore

Muggle Snuggle is an unofficial Harry Potter fan podcast that explores the characters, plots, themes, symbolism, books, and films of the Wizarding World in the calmest and most deliberately uneventful way possible.Each episode takes a familiar topic from the Harry Potter series and discusses it slowly, gently, and in extraordinary detail. Character development, magical history, relationships, locations, theories, and storytelling choices are transformed into low-energy conversations designed to be interesting enough to enjoy—but soothing enough to help you drift toward sleep.There are no ...

Explore the timeless classic "Jane Eyre," narrated in a soothing and gentle voice that brings the story to life. This full audiobook invites you into the world of Jane, an orphaned girl who rises from a difficult childhood to find love and independence. Perfect for quiet moments or cozy evenings, let this audiobook be your companion as you immerse yourself in Brontë's beautifully woven tale of resilience and passion. Tune in and enjoy a literary experience that will warm your heart and inspire your spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for a podcast that's, well, a little crazy.This is a true crime podcast designed for quiet, reflective moments—a place to explore captivating stories and mysteries that are thought-provoking, yet never overwhelming.True Crime Stories for (No) Sleep exists because of your support. You can enjoy the show ad-free by subscribing to Dreams and Crimes on Apple Podcasts. Thank you for helping us keep these stories alive.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/true-crime-stories-for-no-sleep--6172897/support.

Welcome to the Cozy Whisper In this soothing space, our gentle female voice will guide you through some of the most beloved fairy tales from around the world, creating a calming atmosphere perfect for winding down after a long day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the turn of the twentieth century, sleep began to be seen not merely as a passive state but as an active, dynamic process crucial to our understanding of consciousness and identity. In Sleep Works, cultural historian and literary scholar Sebastian P. Klinger explores the intriguing...

Aristotle was a Greek philosopher and polymath during the Classical period in Ancient Greece. His writings cover many subjects including physics, biology, zoology, metaphysics, logic, ethics, aesthetics, poetry, theatre, music, rhetoric, psychology, linguistics, economics, politics and government.

El detective Philip Marlowe se enfrenta a un caso que promete ser sencillo: el viejo general Sternwood, paralítico y extremadamente rico, ha recibido una nota de chantaje que concierne a su hija menor, la salvaje Carmen. Recorriendo la ciudad desde su despacho en Hollywood Boulevard hasta las mansiones de los barrios residenciales, Marlowe deberá adentrarse en un laberinto de perversidad cada vez más oscuro. Esta edición reúne también los dos relatos pulp, publicados en la revista Black Mask, que Chandler canibalizó para escribir la novela: Asesino bajo la lluvia (1935) y El telón (1936).

LibriVox volunteers bring you 13 recordings of Ere Sleep Comes Down to Soothe the Weary Eyes by Paul Laurence Dunbar. This was the fortnightly poetry project for June 28th, 2009.

Chandler's dark first novel is full of endlessly inventive wordplay, with the wry, cynical, private detective Philip Marlowe. Join the investigation with Jonathan Lethem ( Gun, With Occasional Music and Fortress of Solitude), Judith Freeman ( The Long Embrace: Raymond Chandler and The Woman He Loved), and Rich Cohen ( Sweet and Low: A Family Story) as they compare notes on Chandler's grand style, its place in the mystery canon, and its influence on their work.

Step into the mystical world of "Whispers of Ancient Japan," your gateway to the timeless legends and hidden folklore of the land of the rising sun. From the enchanting moonlit bamboo groves and snow-covered peaks to tales of brave samurai, mysterious spirits (Yokai), and ancient gods, we bring the heart of Japanese storytelling to your ears. Each episode features a classic Japanese tale, narrated in a gentle, soothing ASMR whisper designed to melt away stress and guide you into a deep, peaceful sleep.

Sleep Stories Collection is a rotating public-domain audiobook show of calm, bedtime, and quiet-hour classics. Each episode is a complete book that already found listeners on other Sol Good Media podcasts, gathered here because it fits the collection. New titles move through the feed, so there is always another story waiting. More free classic audiobooks at solgoodmedia.com.