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The Little Ghost Audiobook by Edna St. Vincent Milay

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edna St. Vincent Milay) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 09:57:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Little Ghost Author: Edna St. Vincent Milay Narrator: K. Anderson Yancy Format: Unabridged Length: 4 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-09 Publisher: SonicMovie.net Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: SonicMovies are premium audios with strong vocal performances enhanced by music and sound effects to such an extent that they sound like movies - hence, SonicMovies. Presented by Wollcott & Sheridan (WSAPL.com) / SonicMovie.net & K. Anderson Yancy.

Telling Tales of Civil Warriors Audiobook by Ambrose Bierce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ambrose Bierce) — Mon, 04 May 2009 02:12:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Telling Tales of Civil Warriors Author: Ambrose Bierce Narrator: Timothy Patrick Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-09 Publisher: American Listeners Theatre Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Telling Tales of Civil Warriors was recorded by Joel Block at The Production Block Studios. Critic Reviews: This book captures, in short, the niche in which audio excels: great tales well told. (Austin American-Statesman)

The Middle Toe of the Right Foot Audiobook by Ambrose Bierce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ambrose Bierce) — Wed, 16 May 2007 11:01:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Middle Toe of the Right Foot Author: Ambrose Bierce Narrator: Ivor Hugh Format: Unabridged Length: 21 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-07 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Ambrose Bierce was an American editorialist, journalist, short-story writer and satirist, who write many chilling stories of the supernatural. "The Middle Toe of the Right Foot" is one of his best. © and (P)1977 Jimcin Recordings Editorial Reviews: Actor Ivor Hugh delivers this tale of occult justice with chilling understatement and stark, forthright eloquence. The Middle Toe of the Right Foot follows one Mr. Manton, returning to the town where he brutally murdered his wife and children some 10 years prior. Manton is recognized and challenged to a knife duel, to be held at the abandoned house where he killed his family. Instead of a duel, however, Manton finds himself locked in a dark chamber of his former residence. Not the mere practical joke he initially suspected, Mantons predicament forces a reckoning with the ghosts of his bloodstained past. Members Reviews: Public domain horror A tale of human and ghostly revenge. Two men set to duel, but, in the end, there appears to be a more other-wordly cause to the final outcome. It all relates to the sad but minor disfigurement of a young woman, which led to her husband deciding to do away with the imperfect creature. The story does feel a bit slow and disjointed, with the first scenes coming near the end of the tale, and then jumping back and then far forward. Bierce might have been trying to get readers to start with the action, but it just comes out messy. I feel I'd have given an extra story if there was a slightly more logical passage of time. This story is in the public domain. I listened to the free audio production from Librivox's 13th Ghost and Horror Collection.

Jack London Short Stories Audiobook by Jack London

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack London) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:32:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jack London Short Stories Author: Jack London Narrator: Flo Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 08-05-09 Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The themes of man's inhumanity to man, as well as man pitted against the violence of nature, are vividly exposed in this sampling of Jack London's short stories. The titles included in this collection are "Love of Life", "Batard", "The House of Mapuhi", and "Mauki". ©2009 Audio Book Contractors, Inc.; (P)2009 Audio Book Contractors, Inc.

Edgar Allan Poe Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:22:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edgar Allan Poe Subtitle: Selected Stories Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Jimcin Recordings Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-08 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This book includes a mixture of single and dramatized renditions of the following 16 classic stories: ©1984 Jimcin Recordings; (P)1984 Jimcin Recordings Editorial Reviews: This is a grand collection of classic Edgar Allen Poe stories. It is a delightful treasure chest of Poe's macabre jewels - romantic, morbid, mysterious, grotesque, and poetic. No wonder Poe has remained insanely popular for over 180 years! The narrator of this audiobook is even-keeled and calm, but listeners will be thrilled and at the edge of their seat during this verbal display prose magic. Members Reviews: good but.... These stories are always great but the sound quality of this is pitiful.

Metzengerstein Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 18:48:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Metzengerstein Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: D. Candis Paule, Jeannine Torres, Kevin Yancy, Gary Zupkas, K. Anderson Yancy Format: Unabridged Length: 29 mins Language: English Release date: 07-16-09 Publisher: SonicMovie.net Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: SonicMovies are premium audios with strong vocal performances enhanced by music and sound effects to such an extent they sound like movies. Presented by Wollcott & Sheridan (WSAPL.com) / SonicMovie.net & K. Anderson Yancy. Members Reviews: Irrelevant Illustrations I bought this -- although I already own several copies and versions -- because it was illustrated. The preview gave no indication one way or the other what to expect from the illustrations, being a mere view of nature, but after purchasing the book I found the illustrations, which are sparse, have nothing whatever to do with the story. They couldn't be more irrelevant. The final illustration is clearly that of an oriental folktale involving some couple who find or adopt -- I'm guessing -- a child who is apparently born or grown out of something looking like a cantaloupe. All of the other illustrations are equally absurd. You would find images more closely resembling the story if you simply Googled the word "images" and looked up at one of them after every few paragraphs. The illustrations, too, are very small and difficult to see. So much for purchasing a book with illustrations.The story, of course, is great! I have no complaints about the author or his work.

Edward Mills and George Benton: A Tale Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:52:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edward Mills and George Benton: A Tale Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Jack Benson Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 03-05-08 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The story of two brothers, the white sheep and the black sheep of the family, is narrated in one of Twain's most satiric stories. © and (P)1979 Jimcin Recordings Editorial Reviews: This very short story by Mark Twain details the lives of cousins George and Edward, who are raised together as foster brothers. Edward is as saintly as George is evil, but it turns out that being good ain't all it's cracked up to be. Jack Benson gives a delightfully charming performance. He captures Twain's tongue-in-cheek tone with a bit of quiet fun. With perfect pacing and just the right amount of twang, Benson brings this mini tale to life; it is effortless to follow Benson's words. At less than 15 minutes, this ironic audiobook is a pearl.

A Christmas Album Audiobook by Clement Moore, Kate Wiggin, O. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Clement Moore) — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 04:20:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Christmas Album Author: Clement Moore, Kate Wiggin, O. Henry Narrator: Flo Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-08 Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, Inc. Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This yuletide celebration includes: The Nativity, "A Visit from Saint Nicholas" by Clement Moore, "The Birds' Christmas Carol" by Kate Wiggin, "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry, "Christmas Everywhere" by Phillips Brooks, and excerpts from: A Christmas Carol and The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens,The Peterkin Papers by Lucretia P. Hale, The Return of the Native by Thomas Hardy, Bracebridge Hall by Washington Irving, and The Wonder Clock by Howard Pyle. ©1987 Audio Book Contractors, Inc.; (P)2007 Audio Book Contractors, Inc.

Boston Blackie Audiobook by Jack Boyle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Boyle) — Fri, 09 Oct 2015 09:26:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Boston Blackie Author: Jack Boyle Narrator: Mike Dennis Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Friend to those who have no friend! Enemy to those who would make him an enemy! It's Boston Blackie, safecracker supreme and inspiration for countless Hollywood films as well as radio and TV shows. Jack Boyle's crime fiction short stories and novellas, set in San Francisco, featuring this timeless character were originally published in magazines in 1915 then compiled into this suspense collection in 1919. The stories, however, link from one to the next, so there is continuity throughout the audiobook. Members Reviews: An Old School Robin Hood Thief Story Is there anything you would change about this book? A bit more of Boston Blackie actually. Much of the book, while intricately tied to the main character, is about the supporting cast. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The most interesting is the concept of a thief with a inviolate code.The least interesting is the old style crime story, which is not nearly as interesting. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? The performance fit the style of the story well. Kind of like listening an old Radio drama.Dislike, not much really. Could you see Boston Blackie being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? It has been several times in the 30's and 40's. Done with more of a modern Robin Hood flair. To be remade today and modernized? Not sure. Any additional comments? If you like old pulp crime drama and film noir, then you will probably enjoy this.

A Jury of Her Peers Audiobook by Susan Glaspell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susan Glaspell) — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 10:14:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Jury of Her Peers Author: Susan Glaspell Narrator: Sara Morsey Format: Unabridged Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 01-09-17 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Susan Glaspell, one of the founders of the Provincetown Players, first published this short story adaptation of her popular one-act play Trifles in 1917. Both story and play have appeared in numerous anthologies. Inspired by events witnessed during her years as a court reporter in Iowa, Glaspell crafted a story in which two rural women deduce the details of a murder in which a housewife is accused of killing her husband. This nuanced tale revolves around the women's understanding the clues left amidst the "trifles" of the housewife's kitchen. Performed by professional regional actor Sara Morsey. Members Reviews: Five Stars Great short story! One of The Best Short Stories I Have Ever Read I read the short story, "A Jury of Her Peers". I did not read the play. The short story is one of the best short stories I have ever read. I am a retired police officer, 39 years, 31 as a detective. I will not risk spoiling this story. It is the story of a death. But to me, this story is so relevant on so many levels, I am extremely impressed. The men, the officials, seem smug and condescending. In the meantime the women, the "amateurs" figure everything out. What I can not figure out myself is, whether or not what they found would have hurt or helped the female under investigation; either then or now.... And I wonder how Susan Glaspell felt about it. I do not believe I have previously read anything by Susan Glaspell. But I assure you I intend to study her work further. This was excellent. As I previously stated I do not want to say or do anything to spoil the reading of this story for anyone. If, after reading this story, the reader has a further interest in the emergence of the issue of domestic violence, in literature, from the perspective of a FEMALE author, I respectfully recommend another short story, "Janet's Repentence" by George Eliot, birth name Mary Ann Evans. Very thought provoking a must read for history enthusiasts This is a short read but very thought provoking. The two women are truly a jury of peers of the acused in this story. It is a fictional account of a woman arrested for the murder of her husband in the early 1900's. The setting is a rural farm which gives the reader the sense of the isolation that farm women faced each day. The understanding of this isolation enhances the feelings & actions of the women & the desparation the acused must have felt that led her to murder her husband. The book started out as a play based on a real crime of similar nature that Susan Glaspell covered as a journalist for a Des Moines, Iowa newspaper. The crime is the subject of another book that I highly recommend as well. The book is Midnight Assassin: A Murder in America's Heartland by Patricia L. Bryan. The Jury of Her Peers Upon reading Susan Glaspell: a Critical Biography in high school, I learned that within the era of Glaspell's most important stories and plays, it was mainly unacceptable to talk outwardly about the issue faced by woman within their homes and marriages. For any writer who chose to raise awareness of these issues, it was necessary to sneak into hard questions and uncomfortable truths through innuendo and suggestion. Jury of Her Peers deals with the investigation of a man's "mysterious" murder.

Leave Her to Heaven Audiobook by Ben Ames Williams

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ben Ames Williams) — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 09:51:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Leave Her to Heaven Subtitle: Rediscovered Classics Author: Ben Ames Williams Narrator: Mike Dennis Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-16 Publisher: Chicago Review Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This classic best-selling novel about a man who encounters a woman whose power to destroy is as strong as her power to love evokes Hemingway in its naturalistic portrayal of elemental forces in both nature and humanity. Ellen's beauty was radiant, and Harland had been so struck with her personality and the strength of her character that he knew he could never leave her. When he found that she returned his adoration, he could marry her with joy, bothered just momentarily by a strange premonition. It was only later, when the premonition became a horrifying reality that he realized the glowing loveliness of the woman he had married was the true face of evil. Members Reviews: Hard to think about I had to pause several times during the book just to calm down. I was often outraged that Ellen could get away with so many of her wrongdoings. She was a completely selfish, horrible woman. I had a lot of anger for her. I really felt a connection to these characters and the story. There were so many beautiful words and scenes in this book. I think it captured so much of what I imagine that time period was like. I really enjoyed it. The performance was great. I didn't love the voice he used for Ruth, who was my favorite character, but Ellen was done very well. He captured the men perfectly. This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast. Great novel finally brought to audio Any additional comments? Chilling tale of a woman obsessed. Ellen Berent meets Richard Harland on a train and it's all downhill from there. Well-crafted tale of a bloodless woman who will stop at nothing to satisfy her desires. Narrator Mike Dennis brings this long novel to life with his no-nonsense style and sharp characterizations. Highly recommended. Five star Book a must read It is very rare for me to read a book and not be able to find any faults in it. This is one of those books that I could not find a flaw in. The narration is spot on perfect the writing is what you want when reading a book. It is engaging interesting captivating the characters are flawed but still yet lovable, at least most of them anyways. You will not go wrong if you buy this book, practically guarantee that you will not be able to put it down. I Will definitely go back to this novel again and again. Received this book from the author narrator or publisher for a honest review at no cost to myself Indeed a rediscovered classic! I was a bit worried that this was a somewhat long listen. I'm happy to say I listened quite eagerly and loved it all. I can see how this would not be every mystery lover's cup o tea. It's not an action thriller although it has some. I think I would class it in a psychological thriller in the same vein as Dial M for Murder. If you can appreciate old movies and better yet, love them then my bet it that you would like this very much! Great 'full-bodied' characters and insights into their thinking are some of the pluses. I couldn't wait to get back to listening to it. The narration was very well done although the Bostonian accent was grinding to my ears. I was gifted this book in exchange for an honest review which, in a nutshell, is a great listen! rewarded with another excellent story My parents were both avid readers and often discussed their reading choices with me.

The Purloined Letter Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 23:23:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Purloined Letter Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Walter Zimmerman, John Chatty Format: Abridged Length: 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-09 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: These stories are considered important forerunners of the modern detective story. The method Poe's detective, Dupin, uses to solve the crime was quite innovative. He tried to identify with the criminal and to "think like he would." In May of 1844 Poe wrote to James Russell Lowell that he considered it "perhaps the best of my tales of ratiocination" Editorial Reviews: In "The Purloined Letter", Edgar Allan Poe reprises his cunning private investigator C. Auguste Dupin. Among Poes most formative contributions to the literary canon, Dupins appearance predates English usage of the word "detective" itself, and the character no doubt bore a considerable influence on Arthur Conan Doyles eponymous Sherlock Holmes stories. Here Dupin is charged with recovering a stolen letter containing sensitive information. Dupin realizes that in order to crack this case hell have to beat the blackmailer at his own game. Performers Walter Zimmerman and John Chatty take turns as the storys principal characters, serving up snappy, quick-clipped riposte between the pointed Parisians. Members Reviews: Great Edgar,low quality sound it's a quick listen to a classic but the audio is terrible and could be easily re-read in HQ.

The Man in Lower Ten Audiobook by Mary Roberts Rinehart

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Roberts Rinehart) — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 14:30:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Man in Lower Ten Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-17 Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A young lawyer survives a ghastly train wreck only to be accused of murdering a man who accidentally fell asleep in the wrong berth! This is another whirlwind of a whodunit by the author of The Circular Staircase. Members Reviews: Dangerous Train Travel I understand from other reviews that this is an early Mary Rinehart mystery which may explain the confusing plot. I did enjoy the main characters, and I loved the 1906 setting. Cars were so rare that their owners named them, and trains were a vital part of American life--a great place for a murder. Worth the read. Caveat: Rinehart uses terms for African-Americans that are clearly offensive, and she portrays black servants as little more than children in adult bodies. It can be jarring in 2016. Too many coincidences! Novels of certain eras really love to have all of their characters impossibly connected, and this is one of them. It's just one unrealistic coincidence after another. For me, a few ridiculous connections in a novel are quaint, this many were annoying. Every character (including minor ones like a maid) have connections to multiple characters. For instance, the maid mentioned works for one of the suspects but also has an aunt working for the family of our hero's love interest. If that sounds confusing, it's because it is. It's like piecing together an incestuous family tree ("so he is the uncle, but also the brother?"). And why did Rinehart even feel the need to include such minute and silly details? It isn't just social and familial coincidences, though, the plot is full of them too. The murder is somehow simultaneous with two frauds (one related to the murder and one not), crimes of passion (again one related and one not), a silly musical chairs-type confluence of events, improbable actions by the criminals, AND a literal train wreck. ....SPOILER ALERT..... (((Then the ONLY survivors are ALL the people involved in the crime! Ugh.......)))) I didn't care for the love story, again because of too many silly coincidences, but also because there is a bit of damsel in distress to it, and because I don't really care for the girl. She has information in a murder investigation that could help keep the hero out of jail and hides it because it's a little embarrassing. She seems to fall for every guy (and gets proposed to by ALL men *eyeroll*), and is loved and adored by all, but we are never given any reason for this other than she is pretty. However, the main character is generally likeable (even though he betrays his best friend), and there are several funny bits and witty dialogue. 110 years old and still worth reading Mary Roberts Rinehart was one of the most popular and prolific American authors of the first half of the 20th Century. She's sometimes called "The American Agatha Christie." I often wonder what she thought about this back-handed compliment, since THE MAN IN LOWER TEN (her first book) preceded Christie's AFFAIR AT STYLES by 14 years. Both were female and prolific and wrote mysteries, but there are few other similarities that I can see. Whereas Christie followed the time-honored recipe of a professional detective and his sidekick, Rinehart's mysteries are novels with a mystery thrown in. Her characters (IMHO) are more finely drawn and her romances are witty and realistic. This is one of her books with a narrator and one of only three with a male narrator.

The Mysterious Island Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 07:40:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mysterious Island Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Andrea Giordani Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-16 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Jules Verne's The Mysterious Island is an epic adventure story that takes place during the American Civil War era. As a sequel to Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, the novel beings with a group of characters who must band together to survive after they escape imprisonment during the war by stealing a giant air balloon. As fate would have it, they get lost in a storm and crash land on an unknown island somewhere around New Zealand. The group uses the engineering skills of one of the members, Cyrus, in order to survive on the volcanic island. However, they are assisted by an unknown stranger throughout their stay whom supplies the group with a tool box, medicine (when one of the members falls ill), and a message in a bottle that asks the adventurers to rescue a man on a nearby island. With action-packed fighting, pirates, drama, and twists and turns, Verne's novel does a great job of showing the true adventuresome spirit, which Verne is well known for. The group eventually discovers the island's connection to the great Captain Nemo, and the story concludes with Captain Nemo's death and the group's return to the United States with one final gift from the great captain. Members Reviews: The story is great! The performance is bad. The performance left alot to be desired. I found myself turning the volume down because the way the reader pronounces an S sound. Terrible Narrator What didnt you like about Andrea Giordanis performance? Ms. Giordani isn't a native English speaker. She mispronounces many words, which makes it very distracting. Southern is pronounced south-rn; wound (injury) is wound (like a ball of yarn); corral is coral. Any additional comments? Mysterious Island is a wonderful book. Pick a different narration. Read by a computer Any additional comments? Terrible reading of a great story - I can only presume it was read by a computer - fell like asking for my money back!

Now, Voyager Audiobook by Olive Higgins Prouty

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Olive Higgins Prouty) — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 12:45:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Now, Voyager Subtitle: Femmes Fatales Author: Olive Higgins Prouty Narrator: Coleen Marlo Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: "Dont lets ask for the moon! We have the stars! The film that concludes with Bette Daviss famous word reaffirmed Daviss own stardom and changed the way Americans smoked cigarettes. But few contemporary fans of this story of a womans self-realization know its source. Olive Higgins Proutys 1941 novel Now, Voyager provides an even richer, deeper portrait of the inner life of its protagonist and the society she inhabits. Viewed from a distance of more than 60 years, it also offers fresh and quietly radical takes on psychiatric treatment, traditional family life, female desire, and womens agency. Boston blueblood Charlotte Vale has led an unhappy, sheltered life. Lonely, dowdy, repressed, and pushing 40, Charlotte finds salvation at a sanitarium, where she undergoes an emotional and physical transformation. After her extreme makeover, the new Charlotte tests her mettle by embarking on a cruise and finds herself in a torrid love affair with a married man which ends at the conclusion of the voyage. But only then can the real journey begin, as Charlotte is forced to navigate a new life for herself. While Now, Voyager is a tear-jerking romance, it is at the same time the empowering story of a woman who finds the strength to chart her own course in life; who discovers love, sex, and even motherhood outside of marriage; and who learns that men are, ultimately, dispensable in the quest for happiness and fulfillment. Members Reviews: The Inspiration for The Movie Classic Many cinema fans know that the 1940s were a box office heyday for Hollywood actresses. But many of us today don't realize that these great femme film vehicles were written by gifted women novelists, whose words brought these great characters to life. "Now, Voyager" the movie, was selected for preservation in the US National Film Registry by Library of Congress and concludes with one of the most famous romance quotes of cinema, "Don't let's ask for the moon! We have the stars!" The book gives a deeper, more nuanced look into the roles and psychological lives of women in 1930s America. When she escapes the oppression of her abusive mother, ugly duckling Charlotte blossoms, and sets sail on a trip to South America where she falls in love with a married man. Can she have it all? This is one of the best tales of falling in love, ever. Charlotte's experience of her first kiss, of being called "darling" for the first time, is the pinnacle of romantic storytelling. Sigh... Never out of time This is one story that never ages. The manners, the honor, the styles have disappeared. The feelings, the relationships are brand new and remain that way. Its a truly great book. Prouty wrote "chic books" and terrific ones. The five "vale" books are one of the best series ever. It would be a fine republishing venture to bring them out again. Th reader is a bit too young sounding and a director should have caught mispronunciations that jar.

The Boats of the Glen Carrig Audiobook by William Hope Hodgson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (William Hope Hodgson) — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 20:47:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Boats of the Glen Carrig Author: William Hope Hodgson Narrator: Mark Turetsky Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The survivors of the shipwrecked eighteenth-century vessel Glen Carrig fight for their lives amidst a vast continent of weeds. Mysterious wrecks, horrific monsters, and swashbuckling adventure! First published in 1907, The Boats of the "Glen Carrig" is a classic supernatural horror tale, praised by H. P. Lovecraft for its "brooding menace... impossible to surpass" Members Reviews: Less than the sum of its parts Would you try another book from William Hope Hodgson and/or Mark Turetsky? Yes. I read this book because I've enjoyed William Hope Hodgson's other work. I'm beginning to think that he's best suited for short stories and struggles with long-form fiction. Has The Boats of the Glen Carrig turned you off from other books in this genre? Of course not. How did the narrator detract from the book? Just not a lot of life to it. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Frustration and impatience. There was so much potential, but the events seemed to only happen in isolation. The book had lots of interesting things happening in it, but these seemed to leave no progressive impact.

Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Terror Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 01:01:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edgar Allan Poe's Tales of Terror Subtitle: Stories of Murder, Mayhem and Malevolence Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Bruce Blau, David Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-13 Publisher: Alcazar AudioWorks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: American poet, critic, and short-story writer Edgar Allan Poe is universally recognized for his cultivation of the macabre in fiction. His stories are characterized by an original kind of supernatural horror, often using the awareness of death as a catalyzing force in its own right. His tales and poems brim with psychological depth and intense imagery, made vivid through his musical language and hypnotic rhythms, which are especially captivating when heard aloud. This special audio collection features some of Poes best known classic stories, including: 1. The Tell Tale Heart 2. Facts in the Case of M. Valdemar 3. Hop Frog 4. Murder in the Rue Morgue 5. The Masque of the Red Death 6. The Pit and the Pendulum 7. The Fall of the House of Usher 8. The Black Cat 9. The Cask of Amontillado Edgar Allan Poe (18091849) was an American novelist and poet most famous for his tales of mystery and terror. Poe was also a literary innovator, credited with the invention of the detective story.

The Murders in the Rue Morgue Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 05:29:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Murders in the Rue Morgue Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Phil Chenevert Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Phil Chenevert narrates this classic Edgar Allan Poe tale of mystery and suspense. Members Reviews: The Alpha Detective Story The Murders in the Rue Morgue is a very small short story that was originally published in Grahamâs Magazine back in 1841. You could scarcely find a simpler plot. Two women are violently murdered in their own apartment by a killer whose entrance and escape seem impossible. Several male voices are heard during the time of the murder, one of which speaks in a language that none of the witnesses can identify. C. Auguste Dupin and his associate travel to the murder scene and solve the mystery. Dupin is regarded as the first detective (despite not being an actual detective) in the history of literature and The Murders in the Rue Morgue the first detective story. Itâs a very simple story but Edger Allen Poe has such a deft skill as a writer that it feels perfectly crafted even if the solution is revealed almost immediately after the mystery is presented. Poe would use Dupin in several more stories and he is likely the inspiration from some of literatures most acclaimed sleuths including Sherlock Holmes who first appeared in 1887. I really enjoyed the story and it can be easily read in its entirety in a single sitting over a coffee drink. If you donât like it, well, you wonât have spent much time from your life. Classic The book holds its own after all these years. Edgar Allen Poe is a genius. The story is magical and engaging Poor contrast, difficult reading. Just one question: my copy has a very poor contrast, making reading dificult. Other e-books OK. I think the same is occuring with THE MYSTERY OF MARIE ROGET. It looks like there is a bakground color, instead of black ink over a white sheet. Any help ? The original that others followed. Poe's character, Auguste Dupin, is the original ecentric detective. Conan Doyle copied him in his writings of Sherlock Holmes. Doyle used the same writing style, story set-ups and even copied some of Poe's plots. The Dupin stories were written forty years before Holmes. Five Stars Good novel.

The Bat Audiobook by Mary Roberts Rinehart

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Roberts Rinehart) — Thu, 08 May 2003 13:25:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bat Author: Mary Roberts Rinehart Narrator: Shelly Frasier Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-03 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The spirited and headstrong spinster is not easily fazed until one stormy night when she stumbles on a corpse. She musters all her nerves to play the vicious killer's deadly game and confront the Bat once and for all. The Bat, which draws from The Circular Staircase but adds some new plot complexities - namely the villainous Bat - shows Rinehart at the height of her career and is considered her greatest work. Editorial Reviews: The creator of Batman, Bob Kane, has cited the title character in this novel from Americas first great mystery writer, Mary Roberts Rinehart, as the inspiration for the "caped crusader". The Bat, co-written by Avery Hopwood in 1920, is about an unidentified criminal genius who has stolen over a million dollars and left a trail of murder victims. When wealthy spinster Cornelia Van Gorder arrives in her country house, she discovers that The Bat is rumored to be in the area. Soon, mysterious people begin showing up in her house. Shelly Frasier brings a theatrical flair to her performance as she accentuates the fun in Rineharts colorful characters and hardboiled prose. Members Reviews: Good radio drama This is a book more appropriate for listening than reading since it sounds very much like the play which gave it birth. The reader does justice to the tale which unfolds much as would one of the hour radio suspense dramas of the thirties through the fifties. To get the most from this sort of book one must suspend one's twenty first century sensibilities and return to the days when imagination alone provided pictures for the mind as one heard stories of buried treasure, secret rooms, loving juveniles and heroic old ladies. Since these days I most enjoy the bloodless mystery or detective story wherein bodies are simply props for the story not gory messes to be dissected, this book was quite satisfying as was the reader. Those who prefer modern variants of the hard boiled school or heroes and heroines who are no better, but just tougher, than the bad guys, should go elsewhere as should those who can't abide stereotyped characters who bemoan their fate and fall to pieces (loudly) in crisis. Drop some of your modern cynicism and sophistication and you will get a good couple of evenings from this book. The bat Boy this story had me hooked from the beginning. Suspense, plot twist, young love and murder. What's not to like? I kept having to remind myself that this book was written at a time when female characters were treated condescendingly and had no grit. Cornelia was fabulous, though. She was full of grit and wealthy enough to get life on her terms. Almost tedious to listen, but a great ending! This is so interwoven, it borders on confusion. Listen to the book in one pod of time. Upon further reflection, it really is well written. Well developed characters. THE BAT Loved it when I first read in print (50 years ago) and love it still, listening to it. Any chance of more Mary Roberts Reinhardt audio books? As many have already said, she's almost as witty as Dorothy L Sayers, and has far more style than Agatha Christie. This is genuine vintage stuff.

The Furnished Room Audiobook by O. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (O. Henry) — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:45:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Furnished Room Author: O. Henry Narrator: Sandy J. Hotchkiss, Kevin Yancy, K. Anderson Yancy Format: Unabridged Length: 27 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-09 Publisher: SonicMovie.net Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: SonicMovies are premium audios with strong vocal performances enhanced by music and sound effects to such an extent they sound like movies, hence, SonicMovies. Presented by Wollcott & Sheridan (WSAPL.com) / SonicMovie.net & K. Anderson Yancy. Members Reviews: Too much "sonic" sound effects Monotone voice attempting to portray a "sotto voce" dramatic effect, with excessive, constant sonic sound effects intruding just a bit too much into the foreground, impeding my ability to distinguish the voice. And too much focus on verbal "credits" and promotion at the end. I listen to multiple pieces of audio at night, or in the car, or on the plane, and I want a minimum of fanfare coming in and going out.

A Modern Mephistopheles Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Wed, 13 May 2009 18:31:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Modern Mephistopheles Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: C. M. Hébert Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This chilling tale of greed, lust, and deception opens on a midwinter night when Felix Canaris, a despairing writer about to take his own life, is saved by a knock at the door. The mysterious visitor, a Jasper Helwyze, promises Felix fame and fortune in return for his complete devotion. Helwyze then plots to corrupt the overly ambitious Felix by cleverly manipulating the beautiful and innocent Gladys. And when Helwyze decides that he wants Gladys for himself, Felix must defend the adoring young woman from the destructive influence of his diabolical patron. Critic Reviews: "This tale of lust and deception will satisfy any who wants a novel of psychological tension and high drama....A complex, involving plot." (Midwest Book Review) Members Reviews: Secrets and Wicked Wealthy People If you enjoy Alcott's A Long Fatal Love Chase, The Inheritance, or any of her stories written under Banard, you'll enjoy A Modern Mephistopheles. Melodramatic, and suspenseful, its charm lies in it being like something Jo March might have written in her blood and thunder days. Solid narration, though at times too soft spoken that the audio must be turned up.

The Fall of the House of Usher Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 16:24:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fall of the House of Usher Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Mike Vendetti Format: Unabridged Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Award-winning audiobook narrator Mike Vendetti performs Edgar Allen Poe's The Fall of the House of Usher, one of Poe's best. Poe had a fear of being buried alive, and this theme runs through many of his tales, as it does this one. Poe may have also been a bit mad, and there is definitely madness in the House of Usher. Turn out the lights, and give this Gothic tale of horror a listen, but make sure you aren't alone. Members Reviews: Excellent recording! Mike Vendetti has the perfect voice for this story. The sound quality is very good.

The Red Lady Audiobook by Katharine Newlin Burt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Katharine Newlin Burt) — Thu, 24 Dec 2015 04:09:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Lady Author: Katharine Newlin Burt Narrator: Daniela Acitelli Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-24-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: When Janice Gale is offered a job as a housekeeper at a country place near Pine Cone, she is grateful and looking forward to finally attaining some stability and peace. The last thing Janice expects is to become involved in the search for stolen Russian jewels. To further complicate matters, Janice finds herself dangerously attracted to Paul Dabney, the charming and suspicious houseguest. If you love a good old-fashioned mystery complete with trap doors, strange guests, and frightening apparitions, you'll love The Red Lady. Members Reviews: Mystery with potential Would you try another book from Katharine Newlin Burt and/or Daniela Acitelli? I'm not in a hurry to read another Newlin Burt novel. The characters ran either hot or cold in a matter of page of narration. Ms. Acitelli did a fair job of narrating this piece. Overall, something wasn't quite right. Perhaps the style of narration did not fit the classic masterpiece mystery style this called for? Ms. Acitelli did keep me listening 'til the very end. Kudos to Ms. Acitelli. The overall accents for the various characters took away from the narration. I could not tell if the servants were southern negro or lower class English. I believe they were supposed to be uneducated, southern negro. What three words best describe Daniela Acitellis voice? Nice, articulate, storyteller Any additional comments? I received a copy of this audio via audiobookblast in exchange for an unbiased review. Entertaining mystery If you could sum up The Red Lady in three words, what would they be? atmospheric, creepy, mysterious. What did you like best about this story? I loved the overall gothic feel to the mystery. What about Daniela Acitellis performance did you like? I loved Daniela Acitelli's performance of The Red Lady. I liked her accent, expression and tone of voice which I thought complemented the historical nature of the novel. She does a good job of voicing the characters and I would certainly listen to more books narrated by her. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, this book is best listened to is one or two sittings in order to feel the overall creepiness of the setting and to enjoy the mystery unfold. Any additional comments? I received a copy in exchange for an honest review. Eerie Tale in Classic Style. If you could sum up The Red Lady in three words, what would they be? Ghostly Psychological Thriller. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Red Lady? When Janice thinks she was locked in her room only to find that Mr. Dabney is able to open it easily. Mr. Dabney proceeds to take her into the child's room and announces that a woman resembling her had scared the child to death. The dead little boy is holding a handful of her hair, and Janice is left wondering if she is mad. Which scene was your favorite? When Janice rescues a bewildered Mr. Dabney who thinks she is trying to kill him. She figures out what the thieves are doing and thwarts their plan to kill him. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? At a little over four hours, it was a bit long for one sitting. It took me three sittings. The narrator does an excellent job. Her voice is well matched to this story. She is easy to listen to. Any additional comments? This is an old book, so there are a few racist and sexist references in it. It is not pervasive, only a few sentences in the first chapters.

The Woman in the Alcove Audiobook by Anna Katharine Green

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anna Katharine Green) — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 14:58:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Woman in the Alcove Author: Anna Katharine Green Narrator: Lee Ann Howlett Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 04-18-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: During a high society party set in New York City in the early 1900s, a beautiful woman is murdered and her precious diamond stolen. A young woman attending the party had just accepted a marriage proposal from a handsome young man. Unfortunately, the young man is the prime suspect in the murder due to circumstantial evidence. From there, the story takes many twists and turns before the identity of the killer is finally revealed. Anna Katharine Green was one of the first writers of detective fiction in the US and was known for the legal accuracy of her stories. Members Reviews: An interesting but convoluted story. What did you love best about The Woman in the Alcove? The best aspect of the novel was the fact it was unknown - a 'lost classic', so to speak. But then again, there are reasons that some old books aren't better known. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? The language was far too purple, but then that was exactly what people expected at the turn of last century so it isn't completely fair for me to criticise it on that basis. But I got very tired of the fact that anything that could be said in one sentence was actually said in a paragraph. It meant the pace was slow and it was easy to drift off.Also, the denouement was so convoluted it actually defied all belief. I felt that a bit of a nod to Ockham's Razor wouldn't have gone astray with this book.Sadly, I didn't warm to the main character at all. I don't know whether it was the language, the narrator or simply the story, but I felt pretty hostile to Rita the whole way through. Have you listened to any of Lee Ann Howletts other performances before? How does this one compare? No, I haven't. But her performance was good and her accent felt true to life. Accents are the thing that make or break a performance for me and my pet hate is when narrators try to do accents foreign to their own and fail at it. I felt myself getting ready to cringe at the British accent, but fortunately the narrator felt it best not to really attempt it. That definitely raised the quality of the performance for me (I am British/Australian, so it is very noticeable to me when either of those accents are done badly). Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Not really, but that was because of the language and the very slow pace. I was curious as to what happened, but I knew it would take a while to get there. Any additional comments? I was provided this audiobook at no charge by the author, publisher and/or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review via Audiobook Boom A rather flat mystery I didn't overly care for this book. Perhaps it is a product of the time it was written, but I found it to be quite flat overall. The main character wasn't very well-rounded and seemed more like a plot device than an actual character. She took very little action herself and mostly just seemed to be someone who either overheard or was told different parts of the story. I really wanted to care for her plight and to care whether or not her fiance would be found innocent, but what I felt at the end of the story was just relief that it was over. (And yet, I did still find myself compelled to listen until the end, to find out what had really happened.) The audiobook narrator was okay.

The Black Cat Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Fri, 20 Mar 2015 05:56:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Cat Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: Glenn Hascall Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The dark strains of madness that permeate many of the works of Edgar Allan Poe make their way through this macabre story. This memorable short story bears a resemblance to Poe's Tell Tale Heart. In both stories guilt leaves a murderer with a singular choice. A classic narrated by Glenn Hascall. Members Reviews: Greater potential than realised The story is typical of Poe with cat mutilated and then killed but continues to an even greater crime. The twist is the way the crime is revealed. The problem is the description would have been much more effective as a sound. It is of course an audiobook so that is not an option. An easy and quick listen

The House of a Thousand Candles Audiobook by Meredith Nicholson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Meredith Nicholson) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:08:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The House of a Thousand Candles Author: Meredith Nicholson Narrator: Jim Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 03-20-13 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Jack Glenarm never liked architecture. He preferred adventure and excitement. His grandfather adored archeticture and lived in a strange incomplete mansion he called "The House of a Thousand Candles." Jack returns from his travels just in time to hear the reading of the old man's will. Jack is instructed to live in this odd out-of-the-way dwelling for a full year without leaving it in order to inherit it. With few other options he decides to move in. His only company is the valet that comes with the house and the chaplain of his next door neighbors - an elite girl's school. The silence of his first night in the dwelling is shattered by a gunshot and thus begins his "year of solitude". Shots in the dark, a mysterious young girl, footsteps that seem to go nowhere and a secret passageway lead him to danger, intrigue and mystery. His quiet year in the country turns into something entirely different as he soon finds himself absorbed in the most lively adventure of his life! Members Reviews: Exceptional story Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. Very suspenseful story. Was hard to stop listening once I got started. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? The twists and turns of the plot made it a real page turner. ( if there were pages in an audiobook! ) The twist at the end was a complete surprise. What does Jim Roberts bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Voices he gave to the characters were very distinct. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Wanted to cry when it was over. Book really "grabbed" me. Any additional comments? Great story well read. Highly recommend The reader sounds robotic!!! Can't even finish it! What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? I cannot even get past the readers style. It sounds robotic and non human. No emotion or fluctuation. HORRIBLE! Trying to get a refund. Would you be willing to try another one of Jim Robertss performances? NO!

The Thing on the Roof Audiobook by Robert E. Howard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert E. Howard) — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 11:08:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Thing on the Roof Author: Robert E. Howard Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Robert Ervin Howard (1906-1936) was an American writer of weird fiction and horror stories. The Thing on the Roof is a gruesome tale of Tussman, a scholar and explorer who becomes obsessed with finding a hidden treasure which he believes to be buried beneath the altar of the ruined Temple of the Toad in the jungles of Honduras. He only needs to obtain an original edition of 'The Black Book' - a mysterious volume by an eccentric 18th century explorer - to obtain the clues he will need to access the crypt. 'The Black Book' is obtained, and Tussman sets off to Central America...but the adventure takes a very different turn than he could ever have imagined. Members Reviews: Two Stars Quite a few typos in it. For instance, Lopez lives in a but. Weird Tales - and billed as such This is the third volume in a series (of 4) collections of works from the old Weird Tales magazine by Leo Margulies for Pyramid Books. Its quite a little collection: The Man Who Returned * Edmond Hamilton Spider Mansion * Fritz Leiber A Question of Etiquette * Robert Bloch The Sea Witch * Nictzin Dyalhis The Strange High House in the Mist * H. P. Lovecraft The Drifting Snow * August Derleth The Body-Masters * Frank Belknap Long Pigeons from Hell * Robert E. Howard If you have read any horror, or even genre fiction broadly, you should know all of those names. What's more, these are not exactly the least of their works: Stephen King was impressed by Pigeons from Hell as a true American horror story, and it is pretty good, and really creepy in a Southern Gothic way. Dyalhis' Sea Witch was excellent and moody, Hamilton's piece a nice little non-supernatural horror story, and if you don't like spiders, don't read Leiber's contribution. There is also a short introduction looking back on Weird Tales as a magazine, which is interesting if not groundbreaking (today, nearly 50 years after it was written). This is a great way to get to read these works in print for not a lot of money, assuming you can find it secondhand. Terrific Characterizaetion There's nothing quite like reading a Robert E. Howard story. Love his characterizations and that does not disappoint here. He captures his characters in a way few outside a much longer winded Stephen King can. Good pacing, great descriptions, fine action. Not at the level of Howard's Conan stories, but then what is? Old Fashioned and Uneven Pyramid Books published three paperback anthologies of stories from _Weird Tales_ in the early 1960s: _The Unexpected_ (1961), _Weird Tales_ (1964), and _Worlds of Weird_ (1965). All three credit Leo Margulies as the editor. But according to _The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction_ (1995), Sam Moskowitz ghost edited the last two. This seems likely. The first book consists of more modern-- and generally better-- stories. The latter two books are more old fashioned and uneven in quality. But perhaps they come a bit closer to giving the reader the flavor of the magazine during its golden years. _Weird Tales_ (1964) consists of eight stories published between 1931 and 1942. The stories are: Edmond Hamilton's "The Man Who Returned," Fritz Leiber's "Spider Mansion," Robert Bloch's "A Question of Etiquette," Nictzin Dyalhis's "The Sea Witch," H.P. Lovecraft's "The Strange High House in the Mist," August W.

Pigeons from Hell Audiobook by Robert E. Howard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert E. Howard) — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 03:36:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pigeons from Hell Author: Robert E. Howard Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Robert Ervin Howard ( 1906-1936) was an American writer of weird stories and horror fiction. Pigeons from Hell is a classic horror story set in a deserted old planters' house in the Deep South, where something unwholesome stalks the rooms. When two young men, Griswell and Branner, happen upon the old house on their vacation road trip and decide to stay there, terrible things begin to happen. Griswell awakes from a strange and terrifying dream and hears a strange and uncanny whistling. He sees Branner get up and walk out onto the landing and up the stairs, as though sleepwalking. Then there is a terrible scream...and Branner returns, carrying a hatchet dripping with blood and bits of brain. As Griswell looks on in horror, he sees that Branner's skull has been split in two...and that he is dead. Dead...but walking down the stairs with a bloody hatchet. In sheer terror he bursts through the window and flees the house.... But this is only the first episode of the terrifying tale.... Griswell is catapulted onto a roller coater of grisly adventures, each more horrific than the last. Members Reviews: Great story, terrible narrator The story itself is great, but the narrator totally took me out of it. She draws out the last word of every sentence in an attempt at sounding spookey, but its nothing but a distraction. I love listening to audiobooks and I love R. E. Howard, but trust me, I will never listen to this again and neither should you. Its better to just read the novella yourself.

The Great Gatsby (Dramatised) Audiobook by F. Scott Fitzgerald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. Scott Fitzgerald) — Thu, 24 May 2012 15:49:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great Gatsby (Dramatised) Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald Narrator: Bryan Dick, Andrew Scott Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This is a BBC Radio full-cast dramatisation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, starring Bryan Dick as Nick and Andrew Scott as Jay Gatsby. The greatest book on the fallibility of the American dream, The Great Gatsby, a portrait of the Jazz Age in all of its decadence and excess, is by far the most popular classic in modern American fiction. Self-made, self-invented millionaire Jay Gatsby embodies some of Fitzgerald's - and his country's - most abiding obsessions: money, ambition, greed, and the promise of new beginnings. Gatsby is the man who has everything ... but one thing will always be out of his reach. Members Reviews: A gripping tale of Love, Aristocracy and Identity Would you consider the audio edition of The Great Gatsby (Dramatised) to be better than the print version? I don't honestly know because I haven't read the entire unabridged or printed version. What does Bryan Dick and Andrew Scott bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? There are far more narrators than those two. This book features an entire cast of readers that adapt to give impressive personalities to the characters in the story. Of course this is also on the account of the writing, but the actors are by no means bad at portraying the characters.

The Fearsome Touch of Death Audiobook by Robert E. Howard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert E. Howard) — Thu, 09 Jul 2015 13:40:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fearsome Touch of Death Author: Robert E. Howard Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-09-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Robert Ervin Howard (January 22, 1906-June 11, 1936) was an American author renowned for his weird tales and horror fiction. The Fearsome Touch of Death is the story of a man who is holding an overnight vigil with a stranger's corpse in a remote house. In the dark of the remote house, he begins to hear and see strange sounds and visions. Or is he imagining things? Could there actually be something behind him in the dark? Is the dead man still on the bed, or is he up and moving around the room? Dare he light the lamp? Pure horror at it's creepiest!

The Detective Detector Audiobook by O. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (O. Henry) — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 12:19:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Detective Detector Author: O. Henry Narrator: Glenn Hascall Format: Unabridged Length: 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Sherlock Holmes faced his nemesis Professor James Moriarty, but O. Henrys Shamrock Jolnes faced the murderer Avery Knight. Is it possible Knight could use deductive reasoning better than the great New York detective? This delightful parody mirrors Doyles Holmes, but adds some well-placed humor.

The Murders in the Rue Morgue Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Wed, 10 Jul 2013 23:00:39 GMT

The Mystery of the Steel Room Audiobook by Thomas W. Hanshew

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas W. Hanshew) — Thu, 16 Jul 2015 10:38:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mystery of the Steel Room Author: Thomas W. Hanshew Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 47 mins Language: English Release date: 07-16-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Thomas W. Hanshew (1857-1914) was an American writer from New York. His best loved creation was the private detective Hamilton Cleek, known as "the man of the forty faces" for his incredible skill at disguise. Cleek is based in Clarges Street, London, where he is constantly consulted by Inspector Narkom of Scotland Yard. In The Mystery of the Steel Room, Cleek is called upon to solve a very strange case. A famous racehorse is under threat from saboteurs ahead of the derby. On the two previous nights, the groom guarding her has been attacked. The first was left paralyzed, the second was murdered. But nobody can work out how the saboteurs got into the locked stable, where the horse is guarded in an impenetrable steel cage. Cleek travels down to Suffolk to investigate and discovers that the whole situation is very sinister indeed....

The Mysterious Card Audiobook by Cleveland Moffett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cleveland Moffett) — Tue, 26 May 2015 00:38:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mysterious Card Subtitle: And the Card Unveiled Author: Cleveland Moffett Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Cleveland Moffett (1863-1926) was an American journalist and author who contributed articles and stories to magazines and weeklies. He first became famous with his short mystery story "The Mysterious Card", which was published in the Boston-based The Black Cat in 1895. This tale caused a sensation, partly because it did not reveal the answer to the puzzle posed, thereby gaining widespread attention and engaging his readers in speculation for months. It was followed up a year later by "The Mysterious Card Revealed", which finally provided the solution to the first riddle. In "The Mysterious Card" an American visiting Paris for the first time has a strange and terrible experience. A beautiful lady deliberately drops a card on his table at the Folies Bergeres with some writing on it in French. As he does not speak the language, he asks his hotel manager to translate. On reading the card, the manager immediately throws him out of the hotel. At the next hotel, the same thing happens. An old friend reacts just as badly and, like the previous two, refuses to explain what is on the card. He decides to hire a detective agency, but immediately he is arrested and imprisoned. But this is only the beginning of his woes. When he is released, he returns to his wife and shows her the card.... Both "The Mysterious Card" and "The The Mysterious Card Revealed" are included in this audiobook.

The Club of One-Eyed Men Audiobook by Arthur Somers Roche

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arthur Somers Roche) — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 04:13:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Club of One-Eyed Men Author: Arthur Somers Roche Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-15 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Arthur Somers Roche (1883-1935) was an American writer, best known for his fast-paced mystery thrillers. The Club of One-Eyed Men is an extraordinary crime story. The narrator is determined to turn himself into the master of all super-crooks if he can only find the right opportunity. Then suddenly one day in Paris, a strange set of circumstances which cannot be explained but can be no coincidence occur. He sees an American millionaire talking business with a notorious criminal in a Parisian nightclub. He sees the same criminal next day in a street which is packed with men who only have one eye. And then he boards the steamer to New York with the same American millionaire plus one of the one-eyed men he had bumped into on the previous day. And then an inexplicable crime is committed onboard the ship...and the route to stolen riches suddenly becomes apparent.

The Marionettes Audiobook by O. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (O. Henry) — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 08:10:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Marionettes Author: O. Henry Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 31 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-14 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The Marionettes tells the story of two disreputable men. One, Dr. James, is a suave doctor and also an assassin and safe-breaker. The other, Mr. Chandler, is a consumate wastrel, gambler, and wife beater. Each of the two adheres to a strict code of conduct and despises the other for their lack of morals. A chance encounter between the two of them not only throws their differences into sharp relief, but also leads to a monumental crime and bizarre atonement.

A Desperate Adventure Audiobook by Max Adeler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Max Adeler) — Mon, 21 Jul 2014 13:18:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Desperate Adventure Author: Max Adeler Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-21-14 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Max Adeler was the nom de plume of the American writer and humorist Charles Heber Clark (1841 - 1915). His tale A Desperate Adventure begins thus: "WANTED, four persons who are bent upon committing suicide, to engage in a hazardous adventure. Apply etc. to Captain Cowgill, No. 1, Blank Street after nine o'clock in the morning." From the applicants, Captain Cowgill selects three men and one young lady for a most unusual and bizarre quest...which ends in quite a different way to how any of the participants imagine.

The Game of Life and How to Play It Audiobook by Florence Scovel Shinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Florence Scovel Shinn) — Fri, 11 Dec 2015 03:20:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Game of Life and How to Play It Author: Florence Scovel Shinn Narrator: Rosemary Benson Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 12-11-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 101 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A key figure in the metaphysical movement known as New Thought, Florence Scovel Shinn has influenced many modern spiritual leaders, including Dr. Wayne Dyer, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Deepak Chopra, May McCarthy, and Louise Hay. Through stories of real-life situations and biblical tenets, Shinn teaches that the empowering use of positive attitude and affirmations can create a path to wealth, good health, and loving relationships. Intuition, love, and prosperity can expand through intentional thoughts and prayer. Members Reviews: Fantastic! this recording is fantastic! Rosemary Benson's voice is easy to listen to over and over again. I highly recommend this recording over the other one that is available in Audible. Endless Pearls of wisdom! this book had me at the end of my seat. waiting to hear about the next nugget. Information just kept on coming. Much better than most of that Law of attraction stuff written today. words that you can embrace and live better by amazing to hear the words come with such power and authority. the fact she was able to focus during this era is amazing also. great book and greater words to help you understand how to win. An amazing book I am enjoyed the content, and the performance it was perfect. The material may appear to some to be a bit out of date or a bit airy fairy, but give it a try Religious and Fluffy No actual methods or techniques. "Only focus on the word of God and everything will be good," may work for those in religious circles but not for those looking for actual techniques and the plans to implement.

Poor Richard's Almanac Audiobook by Benjamin Franklin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Benjamin Franklin) — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 22:28:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Poor Richard's Almanac Author: Benjamin Franklin Narrator: Robert Bethune Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-11 Publisher: Freshwater Seas Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The prefaces, proverbs, and poems of Benjamin Franklin, originally printed in editions of Poor Richard's Almanac for 1733 to 1758. As Benjamin Franklin himself put it: "Courteous Listener: Besides the astronomical Calculations, and other Things usually containd in Almanacks, which have their daily Use indeed while the Year continues, but then become of no Value, I have constantly interspers'd moral Sentences, prudent Maxims, and wise Sayings, many of them containing much good Sense in very few Words, and therefore apt to leave strong and lasting Impressions on the Memory of young Persons, whereby they may receive Benefit as long as they live, when both Almanack and Almanac-maker have been long thrown by and forgotten. If I now and then insert a Joke or two, that seem to have little in them, my Apology is, that such may have their Use, since perhaps for their Sake light airy Minds peruse the rest, and so are struck by somewhat of more Weight and Moment. The Verses on the Heads of the Months are also design'd to have the same Tendency. I need not tell thee that many of them are of my own Making. If thou hast any Judgment in Poetry, thou wilt easily discern the Workman from the Bungler. I know as well as thee, that I am no Poet born, and it is a Trade I never learnt, nor indeed could learn. If I make Verses 't is in SpightOf Nature and my Stars, I write. Why then should I give my Readers bad Lines of my own, when good Ones of other Peoples are so plenty? 'T is methinks a poor Excuse for the bad Entertainment of Guests that the Food we set before them, tho' coarse and ordinary, is of one's own raising, off ones own Plantation, [etc.] when there is Plenty of what is ten times better, to be had in the Market. On the contrary, I assure ye, my Friends, that I have procur'd the best I could for ye, and much good may it do ye. I am thy poor Friend, to serve thee, Richard Saunders." Since Ben Franklin would have been amazed at audiobooks, let these few details be added: unlike most editions of Poor Richard, this one includes essentially all of the text, not just the aphorisms and sayings. This gives you, Courteous Listener, a much better appreciation of how Franklin wrote and thought. In particular, you will find that the full body of the Poor Richard almanacs contains a great deal of religious and spiritual thought in which Franklin laid out and propounded his understanding of Christianity as it stood in his day. Last but not least, since a long parade of sayings, poems, etc., would be dull all strung together, this edition includes snippets of music between them, drawn from about four dozen Colonial-era tunes and imitating the sound of Colonial instruments such as flute, fife, lute, English guitar, music box, and harpsichord. May you enjoy it and draw benefit from it, as Ben himself would have wished! Members Reviews: lame music inbetween every quote This book is wonderful, the voice is perfect accept for the music and sound affects. The music would fit for a book for a toddler. Content Good But Disappointing Production Would you try another book from Benjamin Franklin and/or Robert Bethune? The writings of Benjamin Franklin were very enjoyable. This production was ruined for me by the loud irritating music between each passage. I found it necessary to listen with one hand on the volume. Else the words were too soft to hear or the music so loud I would go deaf.

Self-Reliance Audiobook by Ralph Waldo Emerson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ralph Waldo Emerson) — Wed, 25 May 2011 23:60:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Self-Reliance Author: Ralph Waldo Emerson Narrator: Kurt Andersen, Joyce Bean Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 241 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Redefining the classic essay, this modern edition of Ralph Waldo Emersons most famous work, Self-Reliance, includes self-reflections from both historical and contemporary luminaries. With quotes from the likes of Henry Ford and Helen Keller to modern-day thought leaders like Jesse Dylan, Steve Pressfield, and Milton Glaser, we're reminded of the relevance of Emersons powerful words today. Emersons words are timeless. Persuasive and convincing, he challenges readers to define their own sense of accomplishment and asks them to measure themselves against their own standards, not those of society. This famous orator has utter faith in individualism and doesnt invoke beyond what is humanly possible, he just believes deeply that each of us is capable of greatness. He asks us to define that greatness for ourselves and to be true to ourselves. At times harsh, at times comforting, Emersons words guide the reader to challenge their own beliefs and sense of self. This modern edition of Self-Reliance is ideal for graduates or those who are in the midst of a career or lifestyle change. Emerson's sage guidance wrapped in modern-day reflections is a great reminder about the potential within us all and that life is what you make of it. Members Reviews: Must re listen to this a few time! Classic Any additional comments? The first couple times it's hard to get the full message. Re listen for the best results Brilliant Words but Rushed Narration Would you consider the audio edition of Self-Reliance to be better than the print version? No, I think it would be much better to read this in print. I found the narration of this essay to consistently feel rushed, thus trivializing the words being spoken. I actually re-listened to this book at half speed on my iPod so that I could better bask in the words. Any additional comments? I still will re-listen to this audiobook because of how powerful Emerson's words are, but I will probably try to eventually find another version with more a contemplative inducing narration. My First Introduction to Emerson I didn't read any Ralph Waldo Emerson in school. I'm not sorry I didn't because now I think I can enjoy an appreciate it more. This was a great listen with some very interesting life-analysis. I'm not sure why this work isn't more relevant to and referenced by today's culture. Kurt Andersen did a fine read. I didn't quite understand the transition into Joyce's part of the book. Was that just expert commentary on parts of the book? Not quite as interesting. I wouldn't hesitate to pick up another book narrated by Mr. Andersen. Religious This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? A religious person it someone looking to hear about philosophical enlightenment through religion. The narrator narrates engagingly and the author writes in parables. What do you think your next listen will be? I wanted something engaging and interesting for my train ride. Which character as performed by Kurt Andersen and Joyce Bean was your favorite? Listening to Kurt now I suppose not yet listened to Joyce You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? It's well written, I enjoy the intellect behind it and philosophical references Any additional comments? How is this useful to recent graduates Food for thought Although a short work, many areas were repeated with only slight variations.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 06:31:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: Ian Lynch Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-11 Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 516 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The Scarlet Letter, Nathaniel Hawthornes, magnum opus, tells the story of Hester Prynne, who gives birth two years after separation from her husband and is condemned to wear the scarlet letter A on her breast as punishment for her adultery. She resists all attempts of the 17th century Boston clergy to make her reveal the name of her childs father while she struggles to create a new life of repentance and dignity. Members Reviews: Trust Me-- Try It! Where does The Scarlet Letter rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is the first audible I have listened to, and it is wonderful! The narration was great, and the plot was deep, but not beyond understanding. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Scarlet Letter? When the two lovers decide to leave the harsh world they face daily, and run away together. What does Ian Lynch bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I will be honest. This book would be a hard read. It is decently old, and the language can be difficult (although, as an 8th grader, I have read harder, so it isn't impossible). But, listening to it made it so that you could understand what was happening, even if you didn't understand the sentence. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No. Any additional comments? Be brave, and try it. This is my new favorite book! Even though it is old, it will have you on the edge of your seat one moment, and swept off your feet the next. It is romantic (and, in my opinion, romance is better with old English aka. Pride and Prejudice) and sometimes creepy. A joy to listen to Where does The Scarlet Letter rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This is among my top three. What did you like best about this story? I loved that that the story unfolds so beautifully. Although you know what is going to happen from the beginning it is very compelling and has lots of very lovely moments. What about Ian Lynchs performance did you like? I think the narrator made this perfect. He uses appropriate tone, pronunciation and pacing of delivery for the period in which the novel is based. The different characters- male/female/child whilst easily differentiated are not made into an over the top performance. First class narrator. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes Any additional comments? There is good use of music for chapter/scene breaks. Consider a different version I think I would have enjoyed this audiobook more if I had purchased a different version. I wasn't very impressed with the narrator, whose voice was often inexpressive. The language was so beautiful and eloquent, but the narration seemed very amateurish. I would recommend at least listening to a sample of this version or trying to find a different version all together. The story was a little bit hard to relate to since it takes place in a time with very different values and ideas about sin and punishment than today. Mediocre reading The story itself drags on and could easily be condensed into a short story. The reader attempts to vary his pitch for various characters, but comes across grating. Why do such strong women choose such weenies... Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, because it is well done. The preformance was very good and the story was excellent.

The Awakening Audiobook by Kate Chopin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kate Chopin) — Thu, 22 Jan 2009 02:57:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Awakening Author: Kate Chopin Narrator: Walter Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 01-22-09 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 150 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: However, her novel The Awakening, published 1899, drew a storm of criticism for its "shocking, morbid, and vulgar" story and quickly went out of print. The novel was not resurrected until the 1950s, when participants in the growing women's movement recognized its importance. Today, The Awakening is among the most-read American novels in colleges and universities and is considered an early example of American realism. Members Reviews: A Trembling. Bridge Between Tolstoy and Woolf Wow, not the book a financial advisor should read/listen to right before leaving his wife to go on a business trip. This is another novel where it seems more important (well timed) than it is actually good (well written). Don't get me wrong, I think this is a fine (and important) piece of literary fiction, but it just isn't GREAT fiction. Chopin, to me, is a little like a trembling bridge between Leo Tolstoy and Virginia Woolf that isn't as perfected as Tolstoy and not as consuming as Woolf, but feels like an adequate literary step between the two. Good value! I paid cash for this when I had no credits. For a dollar an hour, well, I don't know how they did it so inexpensively, but thank you very much. I gather this work is important to the women's movement and also as American literature. Being a lit major, I can now say I've listened. However, it will take another listen or two and some background study to appreciate the work better. Don't choose it for a fun listen; you'll be put to sleep, hardly awakened, with details of drawing rooms and calling cards and removing the hat and so on. This story is subtle, somewhat like Henry James. I remember wanting to shake the man in "Beast in the Jungle" and holler at him, "SHE LOVES YOU, LUNKHEAD!" That said, the story is almost embroidered on silk or painted with watercolors. The narrator gets the Southern accent nicely, but I never forget he is reading. Maybe this is because of the writing. He does read clearly and the whole production is quite flawless. So if your professor has assigned this work, download and enjoy. I know you will enjoy. OTOH for a really good listen, turn to Diana Gabaldon, Bryce Courtenay, or Alexander Dumas. Poignantly narrated, attentive and captivative What did you love best about The Awakening? Walter Zimmerman narrates vibrantly than Grace Conlin any day. What did you like best about this story? Listening to a male's voice was more appealing. Grace Conlin sounded like she was reading a college textbbook and sounded like a bore. What three words best describe Walter Zimmermans performance? He spoke with depth of an novel that has ranked as one in my top ten Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes...thrice. Any additional comments? Wonderful. I have many copies of this title and will treasure this story always. A surprisingly captivating story... If you could sum up The Awakening in three words, what would they be? A... What does Walter Zimmerman bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Walter's narrative is ideal for the story but could be a bit more captivating in its style. Any additional comments? This is about how we often accept less in life...

The Great Gatsby Audiobook by F. Scott Fitzgerald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. Scott Fitzgerald) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:32:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great Gatsby Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald Narrator: Jake Gyllenhaal Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 347 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Audie Award Finalist, Classic, 2014 F. Scott Fitzgeralds classic American novel of the Roaring Twenties is beloved by generations of readers and stands as his crowning work. This new audio edition, authorized by the Fitzgerald estate, is narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Jake Gyllenhaal (Brokeback Mountain). Gyllenhaal's performance is a faithful delivery in the voice of Nick Carraway, the Midwesterner turned New York bond salesman, who rents a small house next door to the mysterious millionaire Jay Gatsby. There, he has a firsthand view of Gatsbys lavish West Egg parties - and of his undying love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan. After meeting and losing Daisy during the war, Gatsby has made himself fabulously wealthy. Now, he believes that his only way to true happiness is to find his way back into Daisys life, and he uses Nick to try to reach her. What happens when the characters fantasies are confronted with reality makes for a startling conclusion to this iconic masterpiece. This special audio edition joins the upcoming film - as well as many other movie, radio, theater, and even video-game adaptations - as a fitting tribute to the cultural significance of Fitzgeralds Jazz Age classic, widely regarded as one of the greatest stories ever told. Members Reviews: Just the right reading style I was reluctant to listen to a book read by a screen actor, and one I don't particularly love. I thought the creators would be selling the name rather than a gifted reader. I was wrong. Not only did Jake Gyllenhall read the story well, he did so in an almost whispered style that I think captured the book's subtlety in supreme manor. I can highly recommend this audiobook. Nice voice, terrible voice acting. I was pretty excited when I saw this release. I hadn't read The Great Gatsby before, but I was aware of the soon to be released movie. I am a fan of Jake Gyllenhaal as an actor and I was curious about how his first audiobook narration would go. To be honest, the listening was very dissapointing. From the very beginning I noticed how Gyllenhaal was merely whispering his way through the book. At first I thought this was needed to keep a nostalgic mood for the novel introduction, but the pace, tone and volume kept exactly the same till the end. I even wondered wether Jake was trying very hard to sound what, sexy? Except that didn't work when he had to switch between different characters. When dialog occured, I had a very hard time distinguishing what character was supposed to be talking, the voice-acting being so plain. Only Tom and Gatsby sounded distinct (if not cued by hearing "oldsport" at the end of every Gatsby's line). Appart from them, even male and female characters were undistinguishable from each other, for they all had the same dull, muted voice of Nick, the narrator. Also, there's lack of emotion everywhere. Not even lines like "oh my god" (hint: near the end) sound convincing enough to me. When characters are supposed to be really angry, Jake makes them sound like presenting their arguments as-a-matter-of-fact-ly. Several times I found myself mentally repeating the lines with my own expression added to it, in order to try and enjoy the novel a bit more. Unfortunately, there's something else to add. There are several occasions in which listeners will notice audio editing, (i.e.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 11:50:00 GMT

Freckles Audiobook by Gene Stratton-Porter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gene Stratton-Porter) — Fri, 23 May 2008 08:34:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Freckles Author: Gene Stratton-Porter Narrator: Mary Starkey Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 05-23-08 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 109 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Freckles, a plucky young man, lands a job as a watchman for a lumber company that logs timber in a mysterious forest swamp called the Limberlost. ©1916 Gene Stratton Porter; (P)1985 Books in Motion Members Reviews: tear jerking, poor narration My disappointment is that the narrator reads like a competent mother or teacher to her children. I would have preferred an actor to read this who could have honored Freckles great language and Irish brogue, voiced the Angel and the other characters. The story was beautiful and well rounded--continuing through to the end of the tale where other authors would have dropped the reader. My only criticism is that I think Freckles should have been closer to 17-18 rather than 20. I understand his background intimidated him and made him more innocent than the average boy, but I felt his reactions to Angel were a little too naive. Loved the book. Highly recommended! A Beautiful, Old Fashioned Tale Written around 1904, this is a story of noble heart and good character during a time when love was pure and honor meant more than life. Freckles is a young man with only one hand who had been raised in an orphanage with no idea of who his parents were. He had gone through life consumed with the thought that his mother had cut off his hand and then abandoned him. Hungry and lonesome, he comes into a lumber camp in the Limberlost, a section of prime woods in rural Indiana, and applies for the job of watchman. The owner hires him without even looking at his missing hand, and thus begins a tale of honor and true love and Freckles grows into a man. Alone in the Limberlost, Freckles faces fears and dangers but refuses to quit as this is the only job he has and he desires to belong. Finally he discovers the beauty of the place and learns to love it and the creatures that live there. He is hired to protect the forest and does his best to do just that. In a clearing he creates a beautiful garden and one day takes his Swamp Angel to it. She falls in love with him but he refuses to allow himself to even consider it because he has no notion of his birth. She sets out to find out the truth. This is a beautiful story but is written in old fashioned terms and manner. It is a classic in literature. Doesn't get better! Gene Stratton-Porter is our favorite with the kids to travel with. She makes for very peaceful trips! We just wish she would have written more books! Heartwarming Classic Definitely one to own for a lifetime and to pass down through the generations. A heartwarming book that teaches boys what "real men" are. Virtuous, lovely, adventurous and an amazing example of a true classic. We also purchased the hard copy! Tender and tough Well read. There is sweet innocent love not only between a boy and girl, but also love of a terrible yet beautiful place. Love also in the blood relationship of family. Love in adoption as it truly is unconditional. Freckles is a must read for anyone wanting a well written book, but who wish for Godly influence.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:33:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-13 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Considered his masterpiece, The Scarlet Letter is Hawthorne's story of Hester Prynne and her daughter, Pearl, conceived through an adulterous affair with a Puritan pastor in 17th century Boston. From start to finish, the book explores the themes of law, guilt, and sin. Since its appearance in 1850, this magnificent book has been a perennial favorite among young and old, though it was extremely controversial when it was first published. Henry James described the novel thusly: "It is beautiful, admirable, extraordinary; it has in the highest degree that merit which I have spoken of as the mark of Hawthorne's best things - an indefinable purity and lightness of conception. One can often return to it; it supports familiarity and has the inexhaustible charm and mystery of great works of art." Members Reviews: Awesome! A masterpiece both in word and performance. Hawthorne weaves the tale while Griffin makes it come alive. Beautifully written. The story was absolutely wonderful. Sometimes hard to understand and stay along with the plot, but Charlton was mesmerizing. Would recommend for ages 16 and older. Masterpiece! Brilliantly read! I was blown away by the lofty language and the sheer brilliance of the author. I was also truly grateful and impressed by the talent of the narrator, that made the lofty language both authentic and easy to understand. Great story, but do not love the narrator I wish I'd heard this story with a different author. While he lends sufficient gravitas to the narration, the high-level vocabulary, and the historical nature of the story, to say nothing of the male characters, his treatment and voicing of the female characters - strong, vibrant women with complex personalities, make them sound like Tinkerbell. The falsetto he uses makes me think not of a woman, but of some animated caricature, and I feel that it does the entire storyline a grave disservice. No Introduction??? It's a part of the novel! Sometimes Audible really drops the ball. My guess is that someone who doesn't know anything about the Scarlet Letter presumes that the introduction is nonfiction and therefore extraneous. It is not. It is part of the novel. As I started listening to this, I was wondering if I had the wrong book until I realized that the introduction has been cut in its entirety. It's also quite a substantial introduction. It ends on page 65 of the book that I have in the house. It places everything in context and it's a big reason why this book was so successful. What are we expected to do? Scavenge through all of the copies to figure out which ones have the introduction? If they always read the entire texts, there would be no issues. Cutting corners is happening too frequently. Please, don't.

The Girl from Montana Audiobook by Grace Livingston Hill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Grace Livingston Hill) — Tue, 10 May 2016 08:17:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl from Montana Author: Grace Livingston Hill Narrator: Anne Hancock Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Elizabeth is utterly alone in her Montana cabin, shocked by the sudden, brutal death of her brother, the last of her family. His killer has threatened to return and claim her, and she has only one thought: to flee across country to the East and search for relatives she has never known. With the villain and his gang in pursuit, she rides across perilous terrain, encountering those who help her and those who, in their own way, are just as dangerous as the men she is fleeing. Along the way she meets a kind man who is trying to find his own escape, and a church group that teaches her more about the Lord to whom she prays. Grace Livingston Hill has created a strong-willed heroine who faces every misfortune with poise and fortitude. Elizabeth discovers that life in Philadelphia has challenges that require as much resilience as her cross-country trek. Will her grandmothers, aunt, and cousin accept her, and will she be able to conform to their ideas of proper social behavior? The girl from the mountains has her own standards, and they are not always compatible with high (or low) society.... Members Reviews: Wonderful book by Ms hill I love ms hill's books. They are wonderful clean Christian books. This was no exception. as I listened I wondered if the two young people would ever get together with all the obstacles put in front of them. l enjoyed this book very much and would recommend it to one and all.

Ethan Frome Audiobook by Edith Wharton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edith Wharton) — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 14:47:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ethan Frome Author: Edith Wharton Narrator: David McCallion Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-15 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: There may never have been a novel written about love and loss with more irony of poetry than Ethan Frome. Written almost exclusively in flashback, Ethan Frome has continued to draw attention and accolades since its publication in 1911 by famed writer Edith Wharton. When we are introduced to the novel's protagonist, we discover that he is married yet inconveniently in love with his wife's cousin, who is spending time with the family to help care for Ethan's sick wife. As the novel progresses, Ethan humbly and quietly keeps his affections to himself, in spite of mutual feelings from his wife's cousin. After hatching a plan to elope with Mattie (the love interest) and abandoning his wife, Ethan realizes that he cannot financially accomplish his goals. With their backs to the wall, and Mattie's impending displacement on the horizon, the two lovers decide to crash a sled into a tree and enjoy their final moments embracing one another. Upon awakening, Ethan finds that he is able-bodied and alive, but the object of his desire, Mattie, is merely alive. The novel leaves us with three characters beside a fire, living together for the rest of their days, only one of which has the ability to walk. Members Reviews: So sad. I would have prefer them to be happily ever after l, but it had to be ironic... BUY A DIFFERENT AUDIO-EDITION OR READ IT YOURSELF What would have made Ethan Frome better? A BETTER, MUCH BETTER READER Would you recommend Ethan Frome to your friends? Why or why not? I would recommend "Ethan Frome" to everyone--but NOT this audio-version of it. It is awful. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of David McCallion? Anybody more capable. Unfortunately, Mr. McCallion, who otherwise has a nice accent, has a terrible reading voice. The reader, when simulating/acting someone's part (esp. Frome's himself), forgets to switch back to narrator's voice and therefore the dialogues often overflow into the narrations resulting in an ugly and confusing effect. McCallion overdoes his imitations too. I started listening to this audiobook from the beginning three times! Each time I reached a saturation point (about 20 minutes into it) and could not listen any farther. Naturally, this opinion has nothing to do with the phenomenal talent of Wharton as a writer--I think she was a genius and one of my favorite of the great American classics.So, do read the book, by all means, it is beautiful: but either try a different reader (a woman, preferably) or read the hard copy. What character would you cut from Ethan Frome? None. Edith Wharton made no mistakes. David McCallion on the other hand.... Any additional comments? The publisher of this edition took the liberty of opening the book with a summary of the plot! (Incredible!) If you have not previously read the book, be ready to jump out of your skin because the listening experience begins with a spoiler of unsurpassed proportions.

The Greatest Gift Audiobook by Philip Van Doren Stern

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip Van Doren Stern) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:01:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Greatest Gift Subtitle: A Christmas Tale Author: Philip Van Doren Stern Narrator: Edward Herrmann Format: Unabridged Length: 50 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The heartwarming story that became the Christmas classic Its a Wonderful Life, now available in audio for the first time! For almost 70 years, people the world over have fallen in love with Frank Capras classic Christmas movie Its a Wonderful Life. But few of those fans know that Capras film was based on a short story by author Philip Van Doren Stern, which came to Stern in a dream one night. Unable at first to find a publisher for his evocative tale about a man named George Pratt who ponders suicide until he receives an opportunity to see what the world would be like without him, Stern ultimately published the story in a small pamphlet and sent it out as his 1943 Christmas card. One of those 200 cards found its way into the hands of Frank Capra, who shared it with Jimmy Stewart, and the film that resulted became the holiday tradition we cherish today. Now fans of Its a Wonderful Life, or anyone who loves the spirit of Christmas, can own the story that started it all in a charming audio edition thats perfect for holiday giving. It includes an Afterword by Sterns daughter, Marguerite Stern Robinson, that tells the story of how her fathers Christmas card became the movie beloved by generations of people around the world. Members Reviews: A must-read for any fan of IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE If you love learning about the story behind the story, this book is well worth the money (or credit). I only wish the story itself and the afterword (by the author's daughter) could have been longer! Great to learn the background to a Holiday classic Listened to the entire thing in 2 or 3 sessions. Fun to learn the history behind this uplifting story It's a Wonderful Life Primer The story is good, even better is the afterward, when Marguerite Stern Robinson, the author's daughter, tells how the story came about, was finally published, discovered by Frank Capra and made into the movie. In a time in America when a feel-good story was greatly needed, when many people were feeling like George . . . downtrodden, a failure at life, and broken in spirit . . . along came this story. Don't miss it! Change Your Life with "The Greatest Gift" Would you listen to The Greatest Gift again? Why? I listen to "The Greatest Gift" once a week--and often with a grandchild in my car. Which character as performed by Edward Herrmann was your favorite? Clarence Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Absolutely Any additional comments? Make it a habit. Great for learning the story behind the movie Any additional comments? As a fan of It's A Wonderful Life, it was great to learn the story behind the movie. How the tale evolved and how the short story struggled to find an audience and eventually was made into one of the most popular movies of all-time.

Ethan Frome Audiobook by Edith Wharton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edith Wharton) — Tue, 12 Sep 2017 03:30:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ethan Frome Author: Edith Wharton Narrator: Pete Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-17 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Burdened by poverty and spiritually dulled by a loveless marriage to Zeena, his older and ailing wife, Ethan Frome is emotionally stirred by the arrival of their youthful cousin, Mattie Silver, who becomes employed as household help. Mattie's presence not only brightens a gloomy house but also stirs long-dormant feelings in Ethan. However, their growing love for each other is discovered by the embittered Zeena, and it presages an ending to the tale that is both shocking and savagely ironic. Members Reviews: Oh, Edith, you've done it again! I love the emotions she evokes in her writings, but it's just so darn depressing. Ethan Frome isn't nearly as endearing as House of Mirth, but it still pulls at your heart. Somehow, despite his actions, you sympathize with Ethan to a point, lining for him to find peace even though you know it's hopeless. I think the reason I enjoyed House of Mirth more is because I didn't know the outcome of the story, so there was always some piece of me that held onto hope. In Ethan Frome, however, Wharton introduces Ethan as a depressed, disfigured man with secrets, then takes you back in time to how he came to that point. You begin the story knowing he ends up unhappy, so there isn't any room for hope. You're simply edged on by your curiosity to find out what exactly brought about his doomed existence in life. Despite not really caring for the story itself, I feel I must give Wharton her dues by rating at least 3 stars; her writing is just so beautiful! Like I said, I was curious from the get-go of how Ethan Frome got to where he was. I wanted to know what came of each character, even though I don't think I deeply cared for any of them. It's a strange kind of detached curiosity, almost like reading a bad gossip column (though written about 10x better lol). You must know what happens to the characters even though you'll probably discard the information shortly after finding it out. If you enjoyed Ethan Frome just a little, you must go on to read House of Mirth. I'm sure you'll enjoy it just as much, if not more. Ethan Frome and Summer Surprising character, not what I expected. He did not improve his life by falling in love with another woman. It was a sad book, about a dissatisfied man. His wife was sour and tried to get sympathy and attention by her ailments, but just succeeded in alienating her husband. He and his paramour tried to leave by committing suicide, and failed, and then had to suffer the consequences of this failure, for the rest of their lives. Summer was about a silly listless girl that took up with a newcomer. It was kind of creepy that the man who adopted and raised her wanted her for a lover and married her when the man who got her pregnant left her for his original fiance. Tragic but enjoyable 81. One of the most tragic characters in literature is Ethan Frome. I really enjoyed this work, the author uses wonderful words to describe her scenes of the country side. I also found that her discourses of the characters hold to the dialect of the area. The beginning and ending of the story are told as a narrative by a visitor to the village, the middle section is the story of Ethan and the history of his relationships. I have seen the visual with Liam Neeson in the role of Ethan and thought it was true to the book and wonderfully portrayed. A classic I read in High School I re-read this recently after not having read it in about 30 years.

The Wings of the Dove Audiobook by Henry James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henry James) — Wed, 10 Jan 2007 00:58:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wings of the Dove Author: Henry James Narrator: Wanda McCaddon Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This classic Henry James morality tale involves a triangle of friends and lovers doomed by overreaching desire and treachery. In early 20th-century London, Kate Croy is secretly engaged to Merton Denscher, a journalist possessing all the qualities of an ideal husband except money. By chance, Kate befriends American heiress Milly Theale, whom she learns is suffering from a mysterious fatal illness. Kate, who truly cares for Milly, devises a scheme to maximize their combined assets: she encourages Merton to take an interest in Milly, to seduce her, and finally, to marry her. By lending her lover to brighten Milly's few remaining days, Kate intends to make him a rich widower whom she herself can marry. But such well-laid plans are not enough for the subtlety of the heart. Critic Reviews: "James did nothing like an Englishman - or an American. He was a great fact in himself, a new world, a terra incognita that he would devote all his days to mapping for the rest of us....James was the master of the novel in English in a way that no one had ever been before; or has ever been since." (Gore Vidal) Members Reviews: Wings! Henry James is the man. This masterpiece can be read and listened to again and again -- it is never the same -- it changes and grows as we do. Great to have a new recording. What a shame that more of James books are not available on Audible. Good book - challenging read/listen The Wings of the Dove is a brilliant book, not just an alltime classic, but i think its' ideas were far ahead of its' time. I should say - it is a challenging read and listen - Henry James' writing fashion and condensed syntax is complex and requires patience, but i think it's worth the effort. Great all-around This is the book that got me interested in Henry James. This is not my favorite of his works, but it is wonderful nonetheless. James does romance with depth, humor, intelligence, and a sense of what is true. The narration is very well done; voices are distinct but not caricature. The audio is of good quality as well. If you like James, I would also suggest Edith Warton's works. Couldn't keep me awake. This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I really wanted to like this book, but I kept falling asleep whilst listening to it and when I played it back it was as if I had never even heard it before. I found it all so forgettable. I am not sure if it was the performance or the story, I suspect it was a little of both. A bit disappointed. Late Henry James - a challenge to read/hear Wings of the Dove is a very good story, and I very much liked the way the different lines of plot were woven together. However, the story is long, and with all due respect to this highly revered writer, I felt that the writing rambled a bit. Nadia May is one of my all-time favorite narrators. For this novel, though, she was mildly disappointing. Not all the voices of the characters were distinct. Two of the principal characters are American, while most of the rest are British. Ms May was not able to read the American dialogue consistently with a recognizable American accent.

The Belton Estate Audiobook by Anthony Trollope

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anthony Trollope) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:57:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Belton Estate Author: Anthony Trollope Narrator: Flo Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-08 Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Charming, loving Clara Amedroz is involved with two suitors. How she deals with this dilemma is full of humor and very moving. (P)2008 Audio Book Contractors, Inc. Members Reviews: Claire's Two Lovers This gentle story goes leisurely along as if there was no reason in the world to hurry. Indeed, there doesn't even seem to be a foreordained conclusion. Trollope writes as though he had no idea what was to come next; as if he was just as surprised as the reader. The story seems to ramble almost aimlessly but what delicious aimlessness. I think despite appearances, Trollope knew exactly what would come next; the seeming ramble is careful craft, an unsurpassed talent. This is a satisfying saunter through a gentle country romance albeit somewhat awkwardly with two charming suitors. Ah, but unexpected complications, setbacks, right angle turns and forks in the road are the forte of a Trollope story and makes him as fresh today as when first published in the mid 1800's. Trollope writes a love story Trollope was himself a bit dismissive of this unassuming work , maybe, because he did not juggle several dynamic stories in The Belton Estate, as he does in most of his novels. Nevertheless, it is a very affecting portrayal of two people "made for each other". The simplicity of the tale allowed Trollope to fully develop the excruciatingly annoying behavior of the characters who stand in the way of the happiness of the lovers. Trollope is a master at portraying the ordinary pettiness that causes most of life's problems. The Belton Estate, modest, but satisfying. Finishing up the Trollope novels I have been listening to the Anthony Trollope novels, mainly narrated by Timothy West. This story is very much along the lines of what Trollope liked to write about, but the quavers and loops of Flo Gibson are very off-putting. This was narrated before Audible really existed, but it is a huge disappointment to hear a generally good story get such a quirky performance. I will certainly think twice before I download another book narrated by Flo Gibson! Enjoyable - but with reservations A good story - although not on a par with the Barchester Chronicles or Palliser Novels. Sadly, Flo Gibson's reading detracted from my enjoyment. In my opinion she was not a good choice of reader for a Trollope novel. The accent was wrong and much of the humour was lost. I would love to have heard the book read by Timothy West. Hazel Shropshire I can only agree with the above review.A good book spoilt by the narrater whose monotonous tone and lack of characterisation did not make the story come alive to the listener.

The Call of the Canyon Audiobook by Zane Grey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Zane Grey) — Fri, 25 Apr 2014 21:32:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Call of the Canyon Author: Zane Grey Narrator: Jim Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-14 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: From the master of the western comes a tale of love tested by the rugged life of the American Southwest. Glenn Kilbourne returned from World War I a changed man. Suffering from shell shock and disillusioned by what he witnessed, he can no longer stomach his high-flying former life in New York City. In the canyons of Arizona he finds a kind of peace with himself, and has no desire to go back to his old life. Where does this leave his glamorous fiancé Carley? Can she too grow to love life in the Wild West, far away from the high society she is used to? Zane Grey is one of Americas favorite authors, with a love of the West that shines through in his many novels. Members Reviews: Get The Endorphins Working This was quite a sad, wee book. An engaged couple are struggling to cope when the man comes back from the war shell-shocked. Initially, the woman isn't very sympathetic, so the man heads out West to see if fresh air and hard work will fix him. Realising she was too harsh, she follows him to see if they can patch up their relationship.

The Awakening Audiobook by Kate Chopin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kate Chopin) — Mon, 04 Aug 2003 12:20:31 GMT

The Lost Continent Audiobook by Edgar Rice Burroughs

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Rice Burroughs) — Wed, 11 Nov 2015 02:26:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lost Continent Subtitle: Original Title: Beyond Thirty Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs Narrator: Finn J.D. John Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-11-15 Publisher: Pulp-Lit Productions Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: It's AD 2137 - To civilized Americans, Europe exists only as a legend, an ancient mythic land, a civilization that went mad back in 1914 and tore itself to pieces in a blood-mad frenzy, forcing America to cut off all contact for its own protection. No American has seen Europe or any European for more than two centuries. But now, a combination of bad weather and a subordinate's treachery forces Lieutenant Jefferson Turck of the Pan-American Navy across that line. He finds himself marooned at sea in a small boat, in which he makes his way to the nearest land. There he finds himself on the shore of a wild land teeming with savage tigers and primitive tribesmen - a land that was once called England.... Members Reviews: Nope Great classic but poorly read. I have many, many audible books and will keep buying but this one should have been read by someone with more interesting or suitable style. Sorry Mr. John.

The Efficiency Expert Audiobook by Edgar Rice Burroughs

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Rice Burroughs) — Fri, 29 May 2015 20:31:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Efficiency Expert Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs Narrator: Paul Woodson Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Jimmy Torrance, Jr., was a champion athlete in college, if not the brightest scholar. Upon graduation in 1919, he emerges starry-eyed into the grand metropolis of Chicago, cocksure that he will immediately be hired as the manager of a large business. But the real world differs measurably from Jimmy's grandiose expectations. As the rough-and-tumble, gritty world of Chicago knocks the scrappy youngster down a few pegs, he crosses paths with all the archetypal characters of early pulp fiction: Little Eva, the hooker with a heart of gold; Harold Bince, the scheming embezzler; Elizabeth Compton and Harriet Holden, two classy society ladies; and, most intriguingly, The Lizard, a sagacious safe cracker and pickpocket who just might hold the key to Jimmy's future. Written by the grandfather of science fiction and master pulp writer Edgar Rice Burroughs (author of Tarzan and John Carter of Mars), this oft-overlooked urban adventure of the 1910s-1920s brings all the classic elements of a gripping story into one short novel about an enterprising, determined young man out to begin his professional career in the real world - even if it means pawning his possessions, consorting with criminals, and forging his recommendation letters to land his first "respectable" job. Professional film and stage actor/narrator Paul Woodson brings this American classic to life, bringing to life each of the over 30 characters in this coming-of-age piece, which is by turns both dramatic and comical. Members Reviews: Coming of age ~ hard lessons, but wisely learned Would you consider the audio edition of The Efficiency Expert to be better than the print version? I always enjoy any narration that Paul Woodson does. Who was your favorite character and why? Little Eva because society labeled her a prostitute. It was her way to survive the life she was handed. She also had a heart of gold. Any additional comments? Not often do I step back into the classics and well I should. They hold the interest of generations through the author's ability and message conveyed. This one was brought to life for me by narrator Paul Woodson.Jimmy Torrance could have been any one of us. He barely got through college, but realized through comments from his father he hadnt pleased him and in hindsight he hadnt pleased himself. With the gumption of I can do better, he seeks his first job in Chicago. Preferring that, to an offer his father had for work in the family business.His lessons are numerous in a city of riches and poverty. The message the author conveys to me is one should never spurn those who have less nor give them a fair shake as you should with all society, whether it be a prostitute or even a pickpocket. And what we currently say, what goes around comes around, is very much in evidence in this lovely, entertaining, coming of age story of a young man trying to find his worth in a world quick to accuse and slander.If it hadnt been for my admiration of the quality of productions Paul Woodson does, I would not have encountered any of Mr. Burroughs' works other than the famous Tarzan of the Apes, a fantasy, which I loved. I also found he has written many more books that are now in the public domain. Per chance this is your chance to be introduced to his work, if you aren't already.We read and listen to so many marvelous authors of our time. However, it is nice to be able to recount the marvels of past authors.

An Inhabitant of Carcosa Audiobook by Ambrose Bierce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ambrose Bierce) — Thu, 03 Apr 2014 02:32:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Inhabitant of Carcosa Author: Ambrose Bierce Narrator: Jim Moon Format: Unabridged Length: 29 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Ambrose Bierce's classic weird tale, first published in 1886, brings us the eerie visons of a feverish man, and introduces to the world the strange realm of Carcosa. Following this telling is a commentary tracing the origins, influence and importance of this Bierce story. Members Reviews: Omfg this was not worth the $3 I paid for it, understanding that that is the minimum price that can be charged well fair enough. But the analysis that the end was actually fascinating especially since I obtained this story for my own personal research is a writer and so for me it actually was worth it, but if you are simply interested in the works of Ambrose Bierce there has to be an anthology somewhere on Audible that contains more works by Ambrose Bierce instead of the singular short story because the actual short story in this simple 29 minutes of narrative is actually only 13 minutes whereas he goes to the second half of the narrative talking about the actual history of the story and its impact on literature which was very valuable for me but if you're simply looking for a narrated version of the story you should look elsewhere his narrative style is very similar to Captain Kirk in a really bad First Take

Industrial Revolution Audiobook by Poul Anderson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Poul Anderson) — Wed, 20 Aug 2014 10:12:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Industrial Revolution Author: Poul Anderson Narrator: Tom Weiss Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 1.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: An enterprising company has set up a mining endeavor on an asteroid to collect, process, and sell atmospheric gas products. The company, called Sword, is initially successful until an unnamed government tries to stamp out freedom and free enterprise in the Belt so the gases and minerals can be sent back to Earth, essentially trying to establish the business as a colony. Early Poul Anderson with a great finish. Members Reviews: Not history, but science fiction in the fine old style. This novella is another in Poul Anderson's "Belter" stories about the industrialization of the asteroid. As you'd expect with an Anderson, there's a good deal of scientific background neatly worked in, techno-optimism, and a satisfying amount of hugger-mugger as the misguided villains try to stamp out freedom and free enterprise in the Belt. It rolls right along and wraps up nicely, as you'd expect from one of the great masters of classic science fiction. Of course it's dated, not so much for the technology but for the conditions today, still it's nice to be reminded what it was like to dream big. OK short story / novella in large-print book format. not IMHO one of Anderson's better stories Good Retro Scifi The retro style of scifi is refreshing. I found myself chuckling in a few places where futuristic notions of space life are actually be considered antiquated in today's information age, like have communication with earth but still receiving paper "newsfaxes" for information. Anderson Early Anderson -- and certainly not one of his best. Luckily he got better with practice. Interesting from standpoint of his writing development. Content is incorrect The content doesn't match the cover. It appears to be the middle of a fictional story having nothing to do with the industrial revolution.

The Dwarf Audiobook by Ray Bradbury

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ray Bradbury) — Wed, 20 May 2015 10:46:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dwarf Author: Ray Bradbury Narrator: Mike Vendetti Format: Unabridged Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The scene is a rundown boardwalk with carnival attractions. Ralph Banghart manages a house of mirrors where the "Dwarf", Mr. Bigelow, comes to view himself as large, normal. Ralph Banghart is a bully, and when his friend, Aimee, takes pity on Mr. Bigelow, Ralph becomes jealous. Although his bullying had been behind Mr. Bigelow's back, Ralph decides to switch the mirror in the house of mirrors to one that makes Bigelow appear tiny instead of large. Mr. Bigelow is a writer, and the line "I am a dwarf and I am a murderer. The two things cannot be separated. One is the cause of the other" appears in a story he has written in a magazine Aimee discovers. It becomes very prophetic.

Little Women Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Tue, 18 Jul 2006 23:36:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little Women Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: Barbara Caruso Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 07-18-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 946 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Most people know this book from the Academy Award-winning motion picture starring Winona Ryder. Now, introduce them to the sparkling American classic behind the movie: a charming portrait of the joys and hardships of the four sisters in Civil War New England. Separated by the war from their beloved parents, these "little women" struggle to find their place in the world. Editorial Reviews: Barbara Caruso's rendering is wonderful. She skillfully combines the voices of a fairly large cast. Just as splendidly, she presents the text in an old-fashioned style, tone and pronunciation befitting the setting of the story. The four sisters, though each unique, must be a challenge even for several voices, but Caruso's solo voice always enthralls. The performance is worthwhile no matter what previous experience with Little Women the listener has. Critic Reviews: "Barbara Caruso gives a delightful reading of an old-fashioned, reassuring classic. For all ages." (Lawrence Eagle Tribune) Members Reviews: definitely worth a listen I agree w the first reviewer - the narrator is absolute perfection for this particular story. In listening, I realized that my beloved childhood book was most certainly abridged, for this one does go on a bit :-) And it reflects some odd notions of the time. Of course, the puritan work ethic reigns supreme, but also the place of women, class distinctions (even tho the March's were poor; evidently the Irish were poorer). A LOT of sentimentality, so if you didn't like this as a child, you're not going to like it as an adult. But if you keep the time frame and point of view of the author in mind, it's really a delightful listen. Glad I waited for this release! What a wonderful reading by Barbara Caruso! She brings this book to life. I almost bought the other unabridged version, but I held out for another one to be released--and I'm glad I did! This reading is so much better. If you love Little Women, don't hesitate to buy this. Timeless Listen I first listened to this book, read by this narrator, at age thirteen, and I was thrilled to find it again. The book itself can only be called comfortable, and Caruso's warm, gentle but expressive voice seems meant to read it. She speaks by turns as the motherly Mrs. March, the rough and wild tomboy Jo, gentle Meg, prim Amy, shy, quiet Beth, or even such characters as Laurie, pensive and mischievous by turns, and his gruff but kindly grandfather, and never fails to sound natural. I have been disappointed with other renderings of the story, such as the recent film, simply because they were not as well acted as this one. I always feel as if I'm listening to it being read by the author herself. Maybe it's classified as a book for children and teens; maybe it was written over a century ago. But the story of the four sisters can never be outdated or outgrown. Timeless nuggets of wisdom What did you love best about Little Women? I have to admit that I read this at the request of my wife who was covering it with our home schooled children. I was not excited about it as I prefer more "sensational" writings as the character "Joe" puts it.

The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood Audiobook by Howard Pyle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Howard Pyle) — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 08:03:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood Author: Howard Pyle Narrator: David Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-07 Publisher: Alcazar AudioWorks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Howard Pyle's exciting and hilarious tales of Robin Hood and his merry band of Outlaws who reigned over Sherwood Forest doing many good deeds for the poor, and deserved misdeeds for the pompous and haughty rich. Table of Contents Author's Preface Chapter 01: How Robin Hood Came to Be an Outlaw Chapter 02: Robin Hood and the Tinker Chapter 03: The Shooting Match at Nottingham Town Chapter 04: Will Stutely Rescued by His Companions Chapter 05: Robin Hood Turns Butcher Chapter 06: Little John Goes to Nottingham Fair Chapter 07: How Little John Lived at the Sheriff's Chapter 08: Little John and the Tanner of Blyth Chapter 09: Robin Hood and Will Scarlet Chapter 10: The Adventure with Midge the Miller's Son Chapter 11: Robin Hood and Allan a Dale Chapter 12: Robin Hood Seeks the Curtal Friar Chapter 13: Robin Hood Compasses a Marriage Chapter 14: Robin Hood Aids a Sorrowful Knight Chapter 15: How Sir Richard of the Lea Paid His Debts Chapter 16: Little John Turns Barefoot Friar Chapter 17: Robin Hood Turns Beggar Chapter 18: Robin Hood Shoots Before Queen Eleanor Chapter 19: The Chase of Robin Hood Chapter 20: Robin Hood and Guy of Gisbourne Chapter 21: King Richard Comes to Sherwood Forest Epilogue Howard Pyle was born on March 5, 1853 in Wilmington, Delaware. From the time he was a very small boy he loved pictures, especially the pictures in storybooks. Among his favorites were Grimms German Fairy Tales and Arabian Nights. At the age of twenty-one, Pyle began to contribute illustrations and fables to St. Nicholas magazine and later went on to write and illustrate books for children. His first was The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood in 1883. Many more books followed. He also taught illustration at the Drexel Institute in Philadelphia and later set up his own art school in Wilmington. He died on November 9, 1911, in Florence, Italy. Members Reviews: Great presentation of a classic story The reader, David Thorn, takes his time to evoke moods, gives each character a distinctive voice, and speaks with a classic English accent. I listened to the samples of other readers' versions. One didn't create distinctive character voices. Another's way of reading sounded almost like a sneer to me. A third, while avoiding both these problems, spoke at a pace that moved the story forward (resulting in a recording a full hour shorter than this one), but failed to linger long enough over descriptive passages to evoke the mood of each scene. Howard Pyle's book is a classic, the first modern (1883) attempt to bring the various Robin Hood ballads together in a single narrative, while preserving the feel of medieval prose--all the more remarkable because Pyle was American, not English. (Pyle is perhaps best-remembered for his painting and drawing. He taught and influenced several other classic illustrators in the "Brandywine School," including N. C. Wyeth. For "Robin Hood," he provided "medieval" pen-and-ink drawings and decorations, a perfect marriage of image and text.) This is a book I've loved since childhood, and I'm happy to find a reading that does justice to it. Jolly good Having read, listened to, and viewed multiple versions of the Robin Hood story, this is, to me, the jolliest version. It must be the writing that was used for the Errol Flynn movie, Robin and Marion, and many others since. However, this reading is the best so far.

The Story of King Arthur and His Knights Audiobook by Howard Pyle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Howard Pyle) — Mon, 02 Jul 2007 10:16:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Story of King Arthur and His Knights Author: Howard Pyle Narrator: David Thorn Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-07 Publisher: Alcazar AudioWorks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 141 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Howard Pyle (who also wrote The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood) weaves the tales of chivalrous Knights, the magic sword of Excalibur, the Magician Merlin the Wise, and the legendary Arthur, later to become King of Britain. Pyle describes bouts of jousting, and knightly jealousies played out in grand style. Even in our present day, these stories last and challenge us to be our best, truthful, brave, and always wanting to right wrongs to those who cannot speak up for themselves. Howard Pyle was born on March 5, 1853 in Wilmington, Delaware. From the time he was a very small boy he loved pictures, especially the pictures in storybooks. Among his favorites were Grimms German Fairy Tales and Arabian Nights. At the age of twenty-one, Pyle began to contribute illustrations and fables to St. Nicholas magazine and later went on to write and illustrate books for children. His first was The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood in 1883. Many more books followed, including Pepper and Salt; or, Seasoning for Young Folk, Otto of the Silver Hand, Howard Pyles Book of Pirates, and The Story of King Arthur and His Knights. He also taught illustration at the Drexel Institute in Philadelphia and later set up his own art school in Wilmington. He died on November 9, 1911, in Florence, Italy.-Amazon.com Members Reviews: An Entertaining Account of Arthurs Early Days For a complete adult telling of the stories of King Arthur, listen to Malory or T. H. White, because Pyles The Story of King Arthur and His Knights is only the first of his books about Arthur, recounting Arthurs birth and youth and winning of Excalibur and Guinevere, and then Merlins fate and the stories of Sir Pellias and Sir Gawaine. Moreover, Pyle moralizes after the episodes, telling us, for example, that although we may not literally become knights with swords, we may wield truth (Excalibur) and faith (its scabbard). As for David Thorns reading, his nearly tongue-in-cheek delivery was perfect for Jonathan Strouds Heroes of the Valley, but almost seems out of place here, for Pyle reveres Arthur, the most honorable, gentle Knight who ever lived in all the world, and his knights, while Thorns heroes often sound nasally arrogant. And a woman reads Pyles chapter titles and descriptions with an American accent and syrupy manner, jarring next to Thorns British English. And each chapter closes with repetitive pseudo medieval music fit for a cheap computer game. Nonetheless, there is much to enjoy and admire in this audiobook. Pyle assumes a vivid and muscular medieval style, as when Arthur jousts a knight out of his saddle like a windmillwhirling in the air and smiting the earth so that the ground shuddered beneath him. Or as when Arthur delivers some justice: At this, the face of that knight fell all pale, like to ashes, and he emitted a sound similar to the sound made by a hare when the hound lays hold upon it. Then King Arthur catched him very violently by the arm, and he catched the locket and brake it away from about the knight's neck, and upon that the knight shrieked very loud, and fell down upon his knees and besought mercy of the King, and there was great uproar in that place. And the Story of King Arthur has plenty of exciting and humorous moments and scenes of sublime wonder and beauty.

Pollyanna Audiobook by Eleanor H. Porter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eleanor H. Porter) — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 05:11:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pollyanna Author: Eleanor H. Porter Narrator: Laura Lefkow Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-07 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Since it first appeared in 1913, Pollyanna has become an enduring favorite with children. The tale of an orphan who maintains a strongly positive view of the world despite adversity has a strong affect on listeners of all ages, even in the 21st century - and especially when read with such warmth by Laura Lefkow. Editorial Reviews: A sincere thank you to the talented Laurel Lefkow for presenting this splendid 1913 classic in such a delightful manner that even somewhat jaded contemporary listeners will be enchanted. Pollyanna's sweetly innocent personality and her "glad game" of seeing the best in every situation are in stark contrast to the personalities of her sour and bitter Aunt Polly and even the maid, Nancy, who befriends Pollyanna during her sad early days. Each of these very different characters is warmly rendered by Lefkow. When Pollyanna is badly injured, her beliefs are challenged, a turn of events that brings an element of realism to this old-fashioned story. Members Reviews: Pollyanna REALLY Grows Up! We read the sequels to 'Five Little Peppers'. We read the sequel to 'Heidi'. None of them really grew up. But Pollyanna does! The book begins with Pollyanna still a little girl, but able to "Walk, Walk, Walk!" She manages to spread her cheer to a lonely woman mourning the loss of a beloved nephew before she really 'grows up', appearing in chapter 16 as a twenty-year-old young woman - really. Now the fun begins. Remember Jimmy Bean? Well, he's grown up too, and is the pride and joy of his adopted father John Pendleton. Even though trouble has come to Pollyanna and her aunt, causing Aunt Polly to become once again much too grim and unhappy, Pollyanna, Jimmy and some visiting friends manage to keep things upbeat and lively after all. That's the basic outline. Inbetween comes two mysteries and enough romance to satisfy the most romantic of us all. We can't tell, but more than one couple makes a match in this book! But for us, the best part of this book is still... Pollyanna REALLY grows up! "There, what did I tell you?" says Pollyanna to Jimmy Bean - and to us, it seems. "Even you were worried, it seems, lest I should be at twenty just what I was at ten!" You're right, Pollyanna. You're not! Rejoice! More Pollyanna! For those who couldn't get enough of the glad little girl, here's the rest of her story. Pollyanna indeed grows up, but just enough to find love and of course bring joy and gladness to more people, especially those who then return the favor. Her future is secure, and it isn't dependent on physical beauty, a refreshing departure from plot lines written for today's youth. Labeled "The Glad Series" but with only two books in it, one can't help wondering if Eleanor Porter had subsequent volumes in mind. Would she have gone into the mission field? What about children? And what will happen to Mrs. Chilton? If you enjoy wholesome stories that challenge your thinking, this book (and its predecessor) will have you trying to play the "glad game, " too. I know it did for me! Love this edition of a touching classic! This is part of the 4th grade Core Knowledge curriculum. It is abridged to make this touching classic more readable, but it still remains challenging for a typical 4th grader.

Otter Tales Audiobook by Dennis Waller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dennis Waller) — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 07:10:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Otter Tales Subtitle: Stories of the Land Otter Man and Other Spirit Stories based on the Folklore of the Tlingit of Southeastern Alaska Author: Dennis Waller Narrator: Ted Brooks Format: Unabridged Length: 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-15 Publisher: dennis waller Ratings: 1 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Land Otter Man, aka, The Kushtaka Kushtaka or Kooshdakhaa is a Tlingit word meaning land otter man. The Kushtaka is on one hand the nemeses of the Tlingit people, yet necessary to their Shamans who play a critical role in the survival of the Tlingits. The Tlingit people are as mysterious in their beliefs as the Kushtaka, making for strange bedfellows. Otter Tales - Stories of the Land Otter Man and Other Spirit Stories Based on the Folklore of the Tlingit of Southeastern Alaska is an excerpt from the book, In Search of the Kushtaka by Dennis Waller. The purpose of these 10 stories is to serve as an introduction into the myths and legends of the Tlingit People. Members Reviews: Very Interesting Read About the Kushtaka (Land Otter Man) Myths I have read both the Otter Tales and Dennis Waller's book Kushtaka and his researches are amazing. This book is a good introduction to the folklore of the Tlingit people. Dennis is THE expert to turn to on Tlingit folklore and myth, but there is something more than just folklore here, there are clues to something bigger going on that links to the Nephilim, fallen angels, and supernatural beings that live amongst us. I have drawn a lot of excellent ideas from Waller's books, and would highly recommend it to anyone interested in mythology, mysticism, and ancient astronaut/alien theory, INTERESTING When Myth becomes altered by legends, readers receives Otter Tales by Dennis Waller. Its a wonderful and brilliantly written book that tells the stories of the Tlingit People of Southeastern Alaska, strange & mysterious indegenious folks, shamans and all. This book would definitely peak the interest of readers into this kind of stuff or historical stuff or folklore, its a widely interesting topic that has held the attention of many for quite a few generations. An act of passing legends from one generation to the next to preserve a culture of the past The purpose of Otter Tales is to introduce the myths and legends, passed along from one generation to the next as a way of transmitting the core values and beliefs of the Tlingit culture. The Kushtaka is at once the nemesis of the Tlingit people as well as the source of wonder and inspiration, and these tales illuminate the relationship between use of allegory and the truth it reveals, which is especially intriguing here, as we are excavating a culture of the past. There are several common scenarios in these tales, most of which describe a transition between the realm of humans and that of the Kushaka: and the change entailed by it: Here are several examples: man is taken by the land otters comes back and becomes a shaman. Upon death, he returns to the land of the land otters to heal or rescue someone. He is resurrected to the realm of the living, bringing special gifts. The thin border between realmsâthe human and animal realms, the dead and the livingâis tested and stretched in many symbolic ways. I feel indebted to Dennis Waller for bringing these tales, resurrecting them from an earlier publication by John R. Swanson, which I see as an act of passing them from one generation to the next. Five stars. Stories about the Truth I've long been a fan of mythology and Native American folklore.

Little Women Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Mon, 18 Dec 2006 22:47:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little Women Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: C. M. Hébert Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-18-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 216 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This favorite book for children, based on the author's own youthful experiences, describes the family life of the Marches in a small New England community. Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy March are raised in genteel poverty by their loving mother, Marmee, while their father serves as a chaplain during the American Civil War. Jo, at 15, is ungainly, unconventional, and enterprising, with an ambition to be an author. Meg, a year older, is pretty and wishes to be a lady. Beth is a delicate child of 13 with a taste for music. Amy is a blonde beauty of 12. The story explores their domestic adventures, their attempts to increase the family's small income, their friendship with the neighboring Laurence family, and their later love affairs and destinies as women. (P)1999 Blackstone Audio Inc. Critic Reviews: "C. M. Herbert reads the story with the gentle affection and conviction one imagines in Jo March as she reads to her elderly aunt." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: A very good reading of a classic I was surprised at the negative comments of another reviewer about the reader, C.M. Hebert, of this version of Little Women. I found the reader to be warm and lively and to have conveyed well the old-fashioned moralism combined with a genuine love for her characters that rescues Alcott's classic from merely being larded with bromides or unbearably treacly. Because let's face it, this is a very sentimental book, but the characters are so loveable and so sympathetic that the reader overlooks this quality and just goes along for the ride. And C.M. Hebert, with her amused tone, well conveys this spirit. A few technical issues I would give a five-star review but there are chapters out of order and part of one chapter missing entirely. Narrator does a good job except for a few overdone accents (Esther the French maid of Aunt March is nearly impossible to understand). When the narrator relaxes, she has a very pleasant voice reminiscent of Susan Sarandon. This is one of my favorite books, so I hope the glitches are fixed so many more people can enjoy the story. A must read classic Charming and fun. If I read, it was as an adolescent, but as an adult, this was thoroughly enjoyable. Don't consider this as an old-fashined, classic for girls - I think anybody would enjoy the story of these four girls, their family and friends around the period of the American Civil War. Wonderful Story and Performance Would you listen to Little Women again? Why? I'd consider listening to this again with one of my children or nieces. It was a wholesome story that was incredibly moving. What was one of the most memorable moments of Little Women? I felt so bad for Laurie at his low point, but chuckled because I knew that Jo was right. Which scene was your favorite? I enjoyed the girls playing at Pilgrim's Progress, but I was moved the most by Beth's final days. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Four diamonds in the rough: cut, polished and sparkle in love's light. Any additional comments? Read this book at your own peril. I listened to it as an audio book and can attest that you will laugh, cry, celebrate and mourn along with the characters in this book.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 01:37:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Matt Armstrong Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-11 Publisher: Open Book Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 181 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: One of the most enduring American novels of all time, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn follows the adventures of Huck Finn and a runaway slave named Jim as they travel down the Mississippi river on a raft--all in order to help Jim win his freedom from slavery. Told in Twain's unique style, Huck Finn's story is one of the greatest tales of love, respect, and human decency, told through the eyes of an unlearned, but big-hearted, boy. Members Reviews: New life to an old Classic! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I have read this book many times over as both a child and an adult. Mark Armstrong's performance was first rate! Speaking as an African-American, I must also congratulate audible for choosing to use the original terminology in accordance to the time and the writings of Mark Twain. It is an inert part of our American History and because, plain and simple,that's just the way things were. Which scene was your favorite? The performance of the "Royal- None -Such". Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Would have loved to, but a girls gotta get her beauty sleep. Any additional comments? Thanks once again for not succumbing to the in-authenticity so prevalent today.Bravo! Two thumbs up! Love the story and the narration! The narrator brings the characters to life with his mastery of accents. Mark Twain is a master story-teller. Excellent A superlative performance of a very challenging text. Armstrong's recording makes Twain's style come alive, without the characterizations becoming grating or tiresome - much more easily said than done. A Classic It is a classic story from a much different time in America. The narrator does a great job with all the characters. The derogatory racial words are offensive but it must considered when the book was written. Very entertaining. Great second part of the adventures of... After finishing the fantastic reading "the adventures of Tom Sawyer" narrated by Grover Gardner, I had to listen to the continuation (i.e. this book). While the first book is written from a teller's (actually Marc Twain's) viewpoint, this book tells the story from the perspective of Huckleberry Finn. I recommend to first listening to "the adventures of Tom Sawyer" before starting this one.

Tom Sawyer, Detective Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 02:25:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Sawyer, Detective Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A return trip down the Mississippi River to Uncle Silas's farm is just the beginning of a yarn that includes twins, a diamond heist, a confidence man, a murder, and enough twists and turns to satisfy an avid mystery fan. Tom Sawyer attempts to solve a mysterious murder, and along the way, Mark Twain examines the social customs, legal system, and family expectations of the time as only Twain could. A sequel to The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and Tom Sawyer Abroad, this is Mark Twain's satirical take on the immensely popular detective novels of the time. Like the two preceding novels, the story is told using the first-person narrative voice of Huck Finn. Once a staple of juvenile fiction, then banned as politically incorrect, Twain's well-told story brings to life its time and place. Critic Reviews: "A careful and conscious artist, Twain became a master of the technical devices of exaggeration, irreverence, and deadpan seriousness; sensitive to the sound of language, he introduced colloquial speech into American fiction." (The Reader's Encyclopedia) "Twain's best work is not only classic humorous writing but a graphic picture of the 19h-century American scene." (Chambers Biographical Dictionary) Members Reviews: Two Minor Classics in One Convenient Volume Mark Twain's 1876 novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer and its 1884 follow-up The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn are two of American literature's most famous works and the latter one of its most acclaimed. It may thus seem strange that 1894's Tom Sawyer Abroad and 1896's Tom Sawyer, Detective are now almost obscure. The truth is that this is not entirely undeserved. Huck Finn is a masterpiece of world literature, and anyone expecting them to be anywhere near it will be sorely disappointed. They lack the more famous work's seriousness and ambitiousness, making them inevitably minor. However, like nearly everything else Twain wrote, they are eminently readable, very entertaining, and often funny. Fans of Twain's lighter work, especially Tom Sawyer, will love them, and there is something for all to appreciate it. They are notable for taking the series and its characters in surprising new directions, for example leaving the rural South for distant Egypt in Abroad and adding character development in both. Though not great literary works in other respects, they perform surprisingly well in the latter area. Those eager for more adventures from Tom, Huck, and Jim will certainly warm to them. Like the book that bears his name, they are narrated by Huck with all his delightfully provincial grammar and spelling; "prostitution" for "prosecution" in Detective's court scene is my laugh aloud favorite. His naveté and ignorance also come into play in skillfully unprecedented ways, particularly in Detective. The two novels are now often packaged together, which makes sense in many ways. Both are short - about one hundred pages each - and of course have many of the same characters and numerous other similarities. Those who like one will probably like the other, making an omnibus convenient and, depending on the edition, perhaps cost efficient. Those who want only bare bones can easily find cheaper editions, but this is the one for enthusiasts.

The Call of the Wild Audiobook by Jack London

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack London) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 14:39:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Call of the Wild Author: Jack London Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-12 Publisher: Mission Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Jack London's The Call of the Wild was written in 1903, but Buck's gripping adventure makes for a thrilling listen on audio more than 100 years after it was first published. This gripping story follows the adventures of the loyal dog Buck, who is stolen from his comfortable family home and forced into the harsh life of an Alaskan sled dog. Passed from master to master, Buck embarks on an extraordinary journey that ends with his becoming the legendary leader of a wolf pack. Generally considered to be London's greatest achievement, The Call of the Wild brought him international acclaim when it was published. His story of the dog Buck, who learns to survive in the bleak Yukon wilderness, is viewed by many as his symbolic autobiography. Critic Reviews: "To this day Jack London is the most widely read American writer in the world." (E. L. Doctorow, New York Times Book Review) "No other popular writer of his time did any better writing than you will find in The Call of the Wild." (H. L. Mencken.) Members Reviews: Wonderfully done classic The narration by Dufris make the story leap off the page (or out of the headphones, more correctly) directly into your very presence. This is a great listen for vacation. The whole family will thrill at Buck's adventures. This is a classic very well done. Ten year old son loved this book My ten year old son loved this audiobook. We started listening to it together in the car, but he finished it on his own because he did not want to wait for another car trip. The narrator did a good job expressing the character's sounds and emotions. A classic! If you could sum up The Call of the Wild in three words, what would they be? Ultimate Dog story Would you recommend The Call of the Wild to your friends? Why or why not? I would only recommed to serious readers... It is extremely detailed in places and sometimes hard to maintain my attention Which scene was your favorite? The Dog being saved from certain death If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? I think it has already been made a film

Little Women Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:00:10 GMT

Lad Audiobook by Albert Payson Terhune

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Albert Payson Terhune) — Tue, 31 Jul 2007 16:16:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lad Subtitle: A Dog Author: Albert Payson Terhune Narrator: Bobbie Frohman Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-07 Publisher: Alcazar AudioWorks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Lad: A Dog is a novelized version of twelve short stories about a fantastic collie named Lad. Lad is a noble creature, risking life and limb in defense of the vulnerable. Many people believe Lad: A Dog was the basis for the highly popular "Lassie" series which gripped the imagination of children and adults alike, as has this book for generations past. Table of Contents: Chapter 01: His Mate Chapter 02: "Quiet!" Chapter 03: A Miracle of Two Chapter 04: His Little Son Chapter 05: For a Bit of Ribbon Chapter 06: Lost! Chapter 07: The Throwback Chapter 08: The Gold Hat Chapter 09: Speaking of Utility Chapter 10: The Killer Chapter 11: Wolf Chapter 12: In the Day of Battle Afterword Albert Payson Terhune (1872 1942) was born in Newark, New Jersey, the son of two writers, his Father also a prominent minister. Terhune had great success in two endeavors, writing and dog breeding. Originally a journalist, Terhune turned his family's summer home into a successful Collie breeding Kennel and devoted himself to writing fiction, mostly dog-themed. Members Reviews: Lad I read this book when I was in elementary school, and when I found it on Audible, I just had to get it. I am so glad I did. It is a wonderful book and I have really enjoyed listening to it. It brought back wonderful memories. If you have ever loved a dog, you will love this book. Wonderful story This should be on every dog lovers list. Although written almost 100 years ago it loses nothing of its potency as an enchanting tale of canine courage. Anyone who has watched the 'Lassie' films will love this but be warned, you will need the tissues handy from time to time! It is certainly up there with the likes of Black Beauty and 101 Dalmatians as one of the very best animal stories as Lad's adventures both on and off 'The Place' are beautifully related.

Tik-Tok of Oz Audiobook by L Frank Baum

biacuaduc@gmail.com (L Frank Baum) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 00:20:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tik-Tok of Oz Subtitle: Wizard of Oz, Book 8, Special Annotated Edition Author: L Frank Baum Narrator: Ron Knowles Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Tik-Tok of Oz is the eighth Oz book. The story begins in a faraway corner of Oz, in the small country of Oogaboo. There, Queen Ann Soforth musters an unlikely army and sets off to conquer the rest of Oz. Meanwhile, a girl from Oklahoma named Betsy Bobbin and her companion, Hank the mule, are shipwrecked and washed ashore in the Rose Kingdom, a magical land of talking roses. There they meet the Shaggy Man, who is on a quest to rescue his brother from the clutches of the evil Nome King. Betsy, Hank, and the Rose Princess join the Shaggy Man on his journey, and before long they meet up with Polychrome, the Rainbow's Daughter; Tik-Tok; and Queen Ann with her army.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Mon, 12 May 2008 19:51:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Garrick Hagon Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-08 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 98 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This is the story of a boy's adventures growing up in a small town on the banks of the Mississippi river over 100 years ago. The cheerful, adventurous hero plays truant to form a pirate band and, together with his best friend, Huckleberry Finn, finds fun, excitement, and buried treasure along the shores of the great river. Members Reviews: Well read, some technical issues This is a well-done reading of the classic story, with a lively narrator doing a good job with the various voices, young and old, male and female. In the version we downloaded, many of the chapters have a skip at the very end -- the next chapter begins by cutting off the last word or two of the chapter just ending. Though not critical, it's a bit annoying. Still worth listening to, though. I'd forgotten what a charming fellow our friend Tom was, and the story brought him back to the top of my mind. My 9-year-old has thoroughly enjoyed listening to the story as well. I think that Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn lend themselves to audiobooks, as reading all the Mississipi accents the way Twain wrote them can be a bit of a chore, especially for the younger set, who have no trouble understanding and following the audiobooks. When she's older, my daughter will have some foundation upon which to build her reading. HAHA! Great narration... This book would not have been so enjoyable to listen, if the narrator had been different. Too funny! I am just drawn in and can see Tom and characters in my mind, clear as day. I loved the stumble when it came to winning the bible. David and who? There are a few snipettes of the audio that are cut out. Someone wasn't watching what they were doing. But these can be skipped over. It would be nice to see an updated audio prepared. If this were a paper book, then the missing pages would be cause for return to the seller. Because this book is in the public domain, the text is easily found. If you want a funny story, the kind that are dismissed because "boys will be boys" then you should really enjoy this audiobook because of this specific narration. Good but I've had better Story is mostly for kids and there are some technical issues, but altogether it was a good listen. Amazing I loved the story and plot but it wasn't perfect because of the narration but overall it was good I just loved the "Southern" accent - really great! Would you consider the audio edition of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer to be better than the print version? Don't think it was better - I have a very active imagination! but I certainly found the relating of the story with a 'Southern' accent brought the characters to life. Well done!

Rose in Bloom Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 22:03:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rose in Bloom Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: C.M. Hebert Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Rose's greatest attraction undoubtedly is that she's such a "real girl". She has her trials and disappointments, her temptations and failures. But with the aid of loving counsel and a level head, she manages to turn out into a thoroughly lovable, admirable woman. When Rose returns home from a trip abroad with her dear uncle, Dr. Alec, and her devoted companion, Phoebe, she discovers that her riches do not bring happiness in themselves. She learns that balls and parties bring pain as well as pleasure, and discovers how to weather love affairs while also helping her eight gallant cousins over their ups and downs. This is an unusually delightful book. Members Reviews: Charming I first read the books Eight Cousins and Rose in Bloom at 10. Now, in my late 50's, I find them more charming and engaging than ever. Rose Campbell Chooses C. M. Hebert does a delightful narration of "Rose in Bloom", part two of "Eight Cousins". She has quite a number of excellent performances of Alcott stories to her credit. Beneath the warm lighthearted glow of her stories, Louisa May Alcott deals with very substantial issues which each person must decide. Each must decide or decide by not deciding what kind of a person one is going to be. Through tiny steps, thoughts and deeds, we each slowly, step by step, choose the person we become. For Rose Campbell, she must decide whether to be the queen of ballroom gaiety or something more substantial. She has inherited vast wealth and can do as she likes. For her seven grown up cousins, a time to choose has also arrived. In fact, we find the die was cast in their childhood and now we watch the results. The choices become fewer and fewer as they become men and women reaching their potential or falling tragically short. Some say Louisa May Alcott is only an author of children's books. I do not. While children can read and enjoy her books, there is much food for thought for adults. The thought occurred to me that Ms. Alcott, Jane Austen, Charlotte, Emily and Anne Bronte, all maiden women, (well, Charlotte did marry but only a few months before her death so I am not sure that counts) all had a better insight of how men think and what motivates them than all the creators of these modern caricatures of men we find on television, movies and in books. Very enjoyable sequel. Audio was well done. Good Alcott story of Rose and the rest of the Campbell clan. Easy listening. Recommended book. Verbose and silly This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I can't imagine Has Rose in Bloom turned you off from other books in this genre? Perhaps. It left a really bad taste. Did C.M. Hebert do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? No What character would you cut from Rose in Bloom? All of them. Any additional comments? As an English teacher, I am not put off by the quaint and Victorian, but this was the worst listening experience I've had.

Little Women Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 11:37:49 GMT

The Red Badge of Courage Audiobook by Stephen Crane

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Crane) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 11:16:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red Badge of Courage Author: Stephen Crane Narrator: Chris Hendrie Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-10-12 Publisher: Chris Hendrie AudiobookstoLife Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: One of the great war novels, this unabridged audiobook explores the conflicting emotions of a young union soldier as he is thrust into the American Civil War. Actor Chris Hendrie powerfully recreates the young soldier's journey through the fear and horror of war and ultimately brings him to courage and valor. Members Reviews: I felt like I was at war How would I behave and feel if thrust into battle? Easy to declare that one is patriotic and in agreement with a cause, to get in line and sign up, but how about the day in and day out part of battle? The waiting, the social intercourse with fellow fighters, the gear, following without question a commander, could I do that? How does the average 19-23 year old feel in those situations? This book conjures up thoughts, feelings, emotions that put you on the front line. Well written and a good story, the killer combo. A Reflection Upon Man's Emotions During Battle This is not a book about a specific person, or about a specific battle. Our protagonist isn't even given a name, age or home, save during his musings back to when he quit seminary school (indicating probably about 18 years old, and from the Northeast), and bade farewell to his mother, who called him Henry. We meet "the youth", as he's called throughout, while he's waiting to be sent to battle for the first time. The youth must have been a Northern soldier, and the battle must have been in Virginia; other than that, this book is more generic with regard to events, and about emotions, changes in soldiers, and their reactions to events. Halfway through this book: "The youth took note of a remarkable change in his comrade since those days of camp life upon the river bank. He seemed no more to be continually regarding the proportions of his personal prowess. He was not furious at small words that pricked his conceits. He was no more a loud young soldier. There was about him now a fine reliance...." Toward the end of the battle: "...The lieutenant, also, was unscathed in his position at the rear. He had continued to curse, but it was not with the air of a man who was using his last box of oaths..." At the end of the book: "A specter of reproach came to him. There loomed the dogging memory of the tattered soldier - he who, gored by bullets and faint for blood, had fretted concerning an imagined wound in another; he who had loaned his last of strength and intellect for the tall soldier; he who, blind with weariness and pain, had been deserted in the field..." A powerful reflection upon the changing of a man during the course of a battle. It's slow reading, because it does warrant reflection. An absolute, all-time classic - a haunting, harrowing ... An absolute, all-time classic - a haunting, harrowing account of war, by a writer who never served in the military, never heard a shot fired in anger. The simplicity and clarity of Crane's plot and writing style make this one of the most mesmerizing, haunting accounts of war imaginable. There is a reason this book is still read more than a century after it was written, a century and a half since the war was fought that is its subject. I devoured this in 2 sittings. A Universal Classic, not just American This is a classic I missed in my youth that I am glad I finally read.

Rip Van Winkle Audiobook by Washington Irving

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Washington Irving) — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 01:28:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rip Van Winkle Author: Washington Irving Narrator: Christian Rummel Format: Unabridged Length: 39 mins Language: English Release date: 03-10-08 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 394 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Rip Van Winkle lives in a nice village at the foot of New York's Catskill Mountains. One autumn day he escapes his nagging wife by wandering up the mountains. After encountering strangely dressed men, rumored to be the ghosts of Henry Hudson's crew, who are playing nine-pins, and after drinking some of their liquor, he settles down under a shady tree and falls asleep. He wakes up 20 years later and returns to his village. Editorial Reviews: Christian Rummel brings Washington Irvings classic American tale to life in this audio edition of Rip Van Winkle. With its playful performance, young and old alike will delight at the story of funny old Rips strange experiences in the woods of New Yorks Catskill mountains, bowling and drinking with peculiar figures, and taking a nap that lasts 20 years too long. This tale that tackles the supernatural with humor, along with his more macabre The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, situated Washington Irving firmly in the cannon of American folklore and made Rip one of its most memorable characters. Whether you know the story or not it's worth returning to again and again - like a ghost from the past or a dream of lost time. Members Reviews: Excellent Story! Listen with your Children! My six year old son and I listened to this story on our way to Family Camp and thoroughly enjoyed it. Of course how could you beat any story written by Washington Irving. As well as, Christian Rummel's excellent narration. Thanks for making this wonderful classic available. A Classic Invitation I knew this story from long ago, but its memory was vague. It's wonderful to read a great piece of literature and be reminded: classics are rarely formidable; they are simply wonderful stories, told wonderfully well. (It's nice if they're read wonderfully, too, and this one is.) Quick, enjoyable story I have never read, or had read to me, the story of Rip Van Winkle. This was rather cute and nicely narrated. The phone keep ringing during this audio and I finally had to turn off the ringer. Once I backed up for the final time I really enjoyed some of the references to adults. I am sure this is always classified as a children's story, but I couldn't help wonder how many children know what being hen pecked means. Worth a few good laughs. Nice Reread I read this years ago....ole Ripp slept for 20 years and woke up away from his wife who he would allege, hound him, and went from a citizen of England to a United States Citizen while asleep! Full of lessons for kids What made the experience of listening to Rip Van Winkle the most enjoyable? Having someone else read it to me. I always read with my same voice and the readers do different impressions. What was one of the most memorable moments of Rip Van Winkle? Rip is caught neglecting his family and in the end it's excepted as fact rather then being rebuffed.

The Gift of the Magi Audiobook by O. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (O. Henry) — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 11:05:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gift of the Magi Author: O. Henry Narrator: Max Bollinger Format: Unabridged Length: 13 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-16 Publisher: Interactive Media Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The magi, as you know, were wise men - wonderfully wise men - who brought gifts to the newborn King of the Jews in the manger. They invented the art of giving Christmas presents. Being wise, their gifts were no doubt wise ones, possibly bearing the privilege of exchange in case of duplication. And here I have lamely related to you the uneventful chronicle of two foolish children in a flat who most unwisely sacrificed for each other the greatest treasures of their house. Read in English, unabridged. Members Reviews: Five Stars Fast shipping - great price. My favorite Christmas story, Very different time and language Great story but very expensive for a pamphlet sized book. Wonderful to read anytime but especially at Christmas Classic O.Henry. Wonderful to read anytime but especially at Christmas. I am going to make that a tradition. Four Stars Classic story, simple presentation. I wish I could find a more kid-friendly telling, but this did the trick. Timeless lesson in the gift of giving I have always loved the morale of this short story by o henry since I was little. It is a classic reminder about the purpose and specialness one experiences from giving to others freely and out of pure LOVE.

Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera, or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Appleton) — Wed, 02 May 2012 18:30:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera, or, Thrilling Adventures While Taking Moving Pictures Author: Victor Appleton Narrator: John Michaels Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-12 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Book 14 of the Tom Swift series, Tom Swift and His Wizard Camera, finds our hero, the young inventor Tom Swift, approached by a moving picture distributor, Mr. Period, to not only invent a better motion picture camera, but to take his airship and film exciting events. Off to Africa go Tom, Ned Newton, Mr. Damon, Mr. Nestor, and the friendly giant Koku to film wars between the natives, fights between the animals, and stampedes of the elephants. Of course our hero does not let him down. Want to film an avalanche? No problem. It's off to Switzerland in the mighty airship with only one stop for gas. But wait folks, there is more! How about a narrow escape from a volcano eruption in South America? Every chapter is a cliffhanger, leaving the listener chomping at the bit for more. Members Reviews: Tom Swift Produces a Travelogue In the previous book Tom Swift managed to acquire a ten foot tall giant which he renamed Koku and apparently the author now intends to keep him as part of the team. His incredible strength comes in useful several times but it's still an odd addition to the group. In this book Tom Swift is hired to develop a new kind of movie camera and then travel the world filming dramatic events (avalanches, volcanic eruptions, brush fires etc). This being the early 1900's, most people would have never seen these occurrences and would pay good money to see a film. Tom and his group that now includes Koku and Mary Nester's father set off in Tom Swift's hybrid balloon/plane. I've read every Tom Swift book up to this point and they almost all follow a few set templates. In this case it's the classic Tom Swift inventing some new device/vehicle and a rival group attempting to steal it. The Swift compound has been broken in to so many times one wonders why Tom is the least bit surprised any more. They make several trips to Europe and two to Africa while avoiding their rivals. It's a decent book and I'm always glad when Andy Foger keeps his ugly mug out of the story but it's all just so darn forgettable. It's an ok book, nothing special. Aimless Wanderings I have been reading the Tom Swift series from the beginning. This book is the 14th in the series, published in 1912. I believe it is the worst of the series so far. Series like this have a usual format, and this book strays from the Tom Swift format. There is no antagonist. Many things are standard for Tom Swift, however. Each book is about an adventure surrounding a new technology. Here it is the motion picture. Cinemas were pretty new and quite successful in 1912. Here is the challenge from the money man James Period: "I want you to invent a new kind of moving picture camera. A small light one--waorked by electricity--a regular wizard camera. I want you to take it up in an airship with you, and then go to all sorts of wild and strange countries, Africa, India--the jungles--get pictures of wild animals at peace and fighting--herds of elephants--get scenes of native wars--earthquakes--eruptions of volcanoes--all the newest and most wonderful pictures you can." A new character, introduced in the previous volume, is Koku, a giant from the jungles of South America. Koku is to replace Eradicate, who is too old to go on adventures now. They go out and take movies of the various things on the list, having to overcome mostly nature.

Tom Swift and His Great Searchlight Audiobook by Victor Appleton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Appleton) — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:53:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Swift and His Great Searchlight Subtitle: On the Border for Uncle Sam Author: Victor Appleton Narrator: John Michaels Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 05-09-12 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Book number 15 of the Tom Swift series finds our hero pursuing smugglers across the Canadian border. In his friends and a custom agent had to Canada in Tom's mighty airship equipped with the world's greatest Searchlight in search of smugglers were using Shopton as a destination. Of course along the way, Tom and his friends have several hair-raising experiences. This book was originally published in 1912, and attitudes and expressions were different from today, and some may find the language in this material offensive. Members Reviews: Pure nostalgia For 95? Crickets. That's swell. Don't listen while driving. Twenty word minimum requirements is stupid. This narration is bad Great story, great book, poor narration. Emphasis in many sentences is misplaced. Every sentence, lol

A Garland for Girls Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 21:48:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Garland for Girls Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: C. M. Hebert Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Using real-life boys and girls as the characters in her fascinating chronicles, Alcott wrote a series of delightful stories, filled with sunshine and encouragement. Her interesting plots, surprise endings, and understandings of people make fascinating listening. Rich girls, poor girls, haughty girls, timid girls, clever girls, and silly girls - all the sorts of girls who make up a world float through this audiobook. Before you've finished, you will feel that you have known each one, almost as well as your own best friends. Critic Reviews: "A fitting, though neglected, capstone to Alcott's career as a woman of letters." (Janet Badia Phegley, Reading Women: Literary Figures and Cultural Icons from the Victorian Age to the Present) Members Reviews: For the Mind and Heart C. M. Hebert does her usual excellent job narrating these stories which end too soon. From "May Flowers" I learned a great deal about struggling shop girls, ordinary workers and even street con artists. L.M. Alcott paints the tough life in cities of the America of the 1800's as if she lived that life. Her brush strokes are fine and her colors vivid. How the group of girls tried to make life better for the poor was quite amusing at times. "An Ivy Spray and Ladies' Slippers" is a good Cinderella story without the evil stepmother although there are some thoughtless friends. Two sisters fall into poverty due to the deaths of their parents. I was struck by the attitudes of some of the well-off young people toward working people in "Water-Lilies". They remind me of trailer park trash types who create big scenes over some minor mistake at the checkout counter. A person who behaves in this way can't be my friend. Any one of these little stories could have been turned into novels including the final three, "Poppies and Wheat", "Little Button-Rose" and "Mountain-Laurel and Maiden-Hair". In one of her books, there is an interesting passage which has been stuck in my mind for years. In a discussion of books and authors, in particular Mary Ann Evans a.k.a. George Eliot's "Romula" Alcott writes "The mind is there but the heart is missing." I've chewed that over wondering what was meant. She and Jane Austen for instance, allow the reader inside her characters' hearts so I think she meant that Evans didn't. The Alcotts belonged to that transplanted German movement called Transcendentalists which is a self improvement program for body and mind, a taking responsibility for every aspect of one's life, what is put into one's mind is as important as what one takes into one's body. This seems to be a recurring theme in this collection and there is a mind and a heart.

Tom Sawyer, Detective Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:34:10 GMT

Tom Sawyer Abroad Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Thu, 16 Dec 1999 18:06:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tom Sawyer Abroad Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Norman Dietz Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Two of the greatest heroes in children's literature, Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn, join forces in this classic tale from master storyteller Mark Twain. Tom and Huck are kidnapped by a mad scientist in a balloon-powered airship who plans to fly around the world then crash in flames - taking the boys with him. But when the madman falls overboard during a storm over the Atlantic Ocean, the youngsters are forced to use all their wits to save themselves from further perils aboard the runaway airship. (P)1996 by Recorded Books, Inc.; Cover Art ©1996 by Nate Pinnock Editorial Reviews: This less well known of Mark Twain's novels is a real find for fans because it includes Tom, Huckleberry Finn, and Jim. Narrator Norman Dietz draws each of the characters with distinction. His Southern drawl and delivery of the grammar of the time add authenticity. The three share many debates as they travel - hearing them make their points is fun. Tom Sawyer seems a know-it-all, at times; however, its as though Twain is speaking to listeners himself. His sometimes cynical views of politics, religion, and the world are humorous and spot-on even for today. Critic Reviews: "All of the Tom Sawyer books can be read and enjoyed by children." (Tom Doherty Associates, Inc.) Members Reviews: Mark Twain the Genus Yes, the genius. No one else could or can replicate his way. I have mentioned to friends this reading and they give me the âlook.â Why, I read this when I was a kid. And I say read it again. Mark Twain lives today for us to live another time. Thank you my good friend. The Complete Tom Sawyer It is great to have all of these works together. My childhood all over It was like reliving my childhood all over again. I especially remember cuddling up on rainy days being riveted to the many adventures. After msny years............ I read it many years ago in Spanishb and finally found the time to read it English. Both Great!!!! Excellent service. :) Excellent! Everything that has been ordered has been great. The arrival times has been on time or even a bit earlier. Complete satisfaction. :)

The Patchwork Girl of Oz Audiobook by L Frank Baum

biacuaduc@gmail.com (L Frank Baum) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 03:03:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Patchwork Girl of Oz Subtitle: Wizard of Oz, Book 7, Special Annotated Edition Author: L Frank Baum Narrator: Ron Knowles Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-10 Publisher: RP Audio Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The Patchwork Girl of Oz is the seventh Oz book. In this book, you follow the adventures of a new band of characters as they explore the wondrous Land of Oz. Forced to venture out of the dark forest, Unc Nunkie and Ojo the Unlucky call on the Crooked Magician, who introduces them to his latest creation: a living girl made out of patchwork quilts and cotton stuffing. But when an accident leaves beloved Unc Nunkie a motionless statue, it is up to Ojo to save him. In his search for the magic ingredients that will restore his uncle to life, Ojo is joined by the Patchwork Girl and by the conceited Glass Cat, who boasts of her hard ruby heart, the resourceful Shaggy Man, and the lovable block-headed Woozy, whose tail hairs are just one of the things Ojo needs to rescue Une Nunkie. As they travel to the Emerald City, home of the wise and powerful Ozma, they meet Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and Toto. But no one proves more loyal than the Patchwork Girl, who, although she was brought to life as a servant, is determined to see the world for herself. Members Reviews: Like being a kid again It amazing how in the adult world we often forget what its like to be a child. How simple imagination can make the most mundane and dull task seem fun and fruitful. This book, along with many others in the Oz series, captures that magical feeling rather well. Things that would otherwise seem silly and pointless become beautifully crafted parts of the story and remind you that no part is too small to be important. It was about 3/4th through that I realized how deeply this book touched me. It brought a smile to my face nearly every time I picked it up. It set my imagination into work again, after years of feeling dusty and unused. I suggest, for anyone young or old, to give at least one of the Oz books at try - this one, in particular, is a great place to start. It does a wonderful job of introducing you to the rich history and world of Oz. No pictures; many typographical errors There are no pictures in this edition at all. Most, maybe all, of the original editions did have some pictures, which I would have liked to have seen. Also, as with the other free editions in this series, there are many typographical errors, mainly misspellings. There is also the occasional bit of text that's randomly bold for no apparent reason. I suspect that a printed copy of the book was scanned and run through OCR, with no follow-up accuracy check. The story itself is pretty good. Although all of this series is clearly written for children, it's entertaining enough for adults to enjoy reading as well. But as an adult, I couldn't help but notice that many of the characters in all of these Oz stories, including the central characters, are often conceited, arrogant, and rude, yet at the same time, quite polite about it. sumptuous My mom has a partial collection of old hardbound Wizard of Oz books. Long believing they were out of print, she has despaired of ever completing her collection. For her birthday I thought I would complete her collection. Alas! This was the first one that showed up: it's so beautiful that I wish I had just completed the collection for myself and got my mother some dandelions or something. In my opinion, you're really missing something if you go for the paperback versions of these 14 Oz books.

Little Women Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 17:29:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Little Women Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: Jean Smart Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-26-09 Publisher: Audio Holdings, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This is the classic story of a year in the life of the March family. We learn of their troubles and their joys, and come to identify with the characters: Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy. While their father is away in the civil war, the sisters with their mother work to maintain a content and serene home. ©2009 Public Domain; (P)2009 Audio Holdings, LLC Members Reviews: A look Down Memory Lane I have good memories of my time as a teen. It has been over 60 years since I discovered this book. It showed the strengths and weaknesses of a family. I recommend this to a teenage girl. Old language may be difficult but one could understand most of it. I admired the character Jo. She knew herself and was Abe to make hard decisions that benefited her later in life. This is my all time favorite book. I bought this as a Christmas present ... This is my all time favorite book. I bought this as a Christmas present for a special little girl. She said she can't wait to read it. I told her let me know how she liked it. I'm hoping she loves it as much as I do. A timeless classic. I have reread this book several times. I own a hard copy, but got the download so I can carry it with me more easily. It's great for reading on a plane, or just lying in the hammock. I don't have to worry about messing up my precious book. I never tire of the story or the characters. They are continually fresh and charming to me. I read this book first when I was in high school, 40 years ago, and have read it every couple years since. I also enjoy the movies. The more recent one is my favorite. Good Lessons and Representation of various Personalities I really enjoyed this book and the personalities represented. The only thing I didn't completely enjoy was the impression that I got that works are the way to heaven and the careful wording in regards to Biblical concepts, but I understand why an author may do so to keep from turning people off from the good lessons that can be drawn from this book. Best book <3 Best book ever! LITTLE WOMEN is a classic I revisit so often I have parts of the text memorized. I loved the way it was set in the past (Civil War era) but the relationships and problems felt real, and that I could relate to them despite living in the 1990s, 2000s, 2010s, etc. Jo March is a spunky girl with a good heart who doesn't always do the right thing and I think many women and men can relate to that. The writing is good enough, and never really drags but I do wish some parts had slowed downâdespite thisâa very serious favorite of mine.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 04:14:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Dick Cavett Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-09 Publisher: Audio Holdings, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Huck Finn can no longer stand his life at home, so he fakes his own death. While camping, he discovers the runaway slave, Jim. Together, Huck and Jim travel down the mighty Mississippi River in a series of adventures with a cast of unforgettable characters. (P)2009 Audio Holdings, LLC Editorial Reviews: Dick Cavett performs this most well-known of Mark Twains books, the scathingly satirical Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, which follows the titular Huck - first encountered in Twains earlier Adventures of Tom Sawyer - on his journey down the Mississippi and into the American south, where a variety of escalating incidents play into the novels central themes of race, racism, and self-identity. Cavetts performance is defined by a conversational tone which complements Twains own use of accessible language and colloquialisms to paint an accurate and sometimes damning portrait of a region experiencing an identity in deep flux. Cavett brings a lively comic energy to this high-action audiobook, as well as effectively emphasizing the novels serious social themes. Members Reviews: Great Bedtime Reader All of the Illustrated Chosen Classics are great bedtime readers. My wife sits in the hall of the children's bedrooms and reads these stories to them at bedtime. The difference between these books and the traditional novels is that these stories move very fast. My son, in particular, will hear one of these abridged classic novels and, if he likes it, will then read the full unabridged version on his own. Kind of gives our kids a taste of the classics without having to start reading a really large and sometimes overwhelming looking book. My son is 10 and my daughter is 15. We have about 30 of these types of books in our library. A Classic Still Like many people of my age (62), I read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as a child because at that time it was widely perceived to be a child's or young adult's book. This is unfortunate as it is not nor has it ever been directed at the young. In my rereading I discovered for the first time why it is still called the original great American novel. Huckleberry, like Twain, is opinionated and perceptive. His narration and point of view drive the novel forward. Rather than relegate this work to the children's shelves or castigate it as racist, folks should embrace this novel for what it is, a bildungsroman that shows the growth of a country as well as the growth of its young protagonist. It captivated a classroom full of surly teens I teach English, and the junior year in North Carolina is devoted to American literature. I approached Huck Finn with no small amount of trepidation because of Twain's use of vernacular. I ran into the same problem with "Their Eyes Were Watching God" and solved that by listening to Ruby Dee's audio recording, which students loved. I purchased this recording of Huck Finn, and it was to die for fabulous. Students read along in their books as we listened to the recording, and it helped bring the characters and the story alive for them. They laughed when I hoped they would laugh, and they understood the novel so much better by being able to listen to it. This recording was invaluable. Reading this book as an adult is a whole different ... Reading this book as an adult is a whole different experience. I'm fairly sure the versions I read as a child were watered down.

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Sun, 01 Apr 2012 18:52:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Trevor White Format: Abridged Length: 1 hr and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Trevor White reads Mark Twain's timeless tale about friendship and loyalty set in America's Deep South. Tom Sawyer is a fun-loving and adventurous boy who always tries to keep one step ahead of his long-suffering Aunt Polly. Who wouldn't want to skip school when there are adventures to be had along the banks of the Mississippi River? Tom gets into plenty of scrapes with his friend Huckleberry Finn. But the innocent and child-like japes turn for the worse as the two boys witness an event that has them fearing for their lives.... Buried treasure, danger, excitement and the infamous Injun Joe all feature in this tale of two boys' zest for adventure. Members Reviews: Great Bedtime Reader All of the Illustrated Chosen Classics are great bedtime readers. My wife sits in the hall of the children's bedrooms and reads these stories to them at bedtime. The difference between these books and the traditional novels is that these stories move very fast. My son, in particular, will hear one of these abridged classic novels and, if he likes it, will then read the full unabridged version on his own. Kind of gives our kids a taste of the classics without having to start reading a really large and sometimes overwhelming looking book. My son is 10 and my daughter is 15. We have about 30 of these types of books in our library. A Classic Still Like many people of my age (62), I read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as a child because at that time it was widely perceived to be a child's or young adult's book. This is unfortunate as it is not nor has it ever been directed at the young. In my rereading I discovered for the first time why it is still called the original great American novel. Huckleberry, like Twain, is opinionated and perceptive. His narration and point of view drive the novel forward. Rather than relegate this work to the children's shelves or castigate it as racist, folks should embrace this novel for what it is, a bildungsroman that shows the growth of a country as well as the growth of its young protagonist. It captivated a classroom full of surly teens I teach English, and the junior year in North Carolina is devoted to American literature. I approached Huck Finn with no small amount of trepidation because of Twain's use of vernacular. I ran into the same problem with "Their Eyes Were Watching God" and solved that by listening to Ruby Dee's audio recording, which students loved. I purchased this recording of Huck Finn, and it was to die for fabulous. Students read along in their books as we listened to the recording, and it helped bring the characters and the story alive for them. They laughed when I hoped they would laugh, and they understood the novel so much better by being able to listen to it. This recording was invaluable. Reading this book as an adult is a whole different ... Reading this book as an adult is a whole different experience. I'm fairly sure the versions I read as a child were watered down. I don't have any memory of murder and mayhem in the versions I read as a child. All the same it was highly entertaining and deserving of being a classic. Friendship and mischieviousness. I grew up reading this book, a story about Huckleberry Finn and his adventurous life on the Mississippi River as a boy.

Treasure Island Audiobook by Robert Louis Stevenson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Louis Stevenson) — Fri, 28 Jul 2006 09:05:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Treasure Island Author: Robert Louis Stevenson Narrator: John Chatty Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-06 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Since its publication in 1883, Treasure Island has remained one of the great tales of the sea. The story is told through the eyes of young Jim Hawkins, who first hears the tales of buried pirate treasure while working in his father's tavern. Once he actually meets some of those pirates, the action moves from the tavern, to the the high seas, and then to a secret island. A true adventure classic. ©1979 Jimcin Recordings Editorial Reviews: Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island is a timeless adventure story that takes place across the sea and on an enchanted island. This audiobook rendition is a delightful way to experience the book, whether it be for a first or recurring encounter. John Chatty's voice is full of lyric movement, and his performance adds much to the poetry of Stevenson's language - and much to the personalities of pirates. This is the kind of tale that needs to be heard out loud. Chatty allows the listener to imagine she is at the very seaside bar where the book's narrator,Jim Hawkins, first heard the tales told here. Critic Reviews: "Narrator Chatty is not only eloquent, but talented as well. Very believably he assumes all the voices, which run from the gutteral noises of pirate Morgan to the upper-class tones of Doctor Livesey." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Excellent Excellent reading. Narrator has perfect voice for this story.

Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz Audiobook by L Frank Baum

biacuaduc@gmail.com (L Frank Baum) — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 00:26:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz Author: L Frank Baum Narrator: Rebecca Thomas Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: On her way to a ranch outside San Francisco, Dorothy is caught in an earthquake that sends her; her escort, Zeb; and her kitten, Eureka, to a familiar land and familiar faces. But when Eureka is accused of eating Princess Ozma's pet piglet, she stands trial and risks death. Members Reviews: The Wizard is Back!!!! L. Frank Baum fourth installment in the Oz series is âDorothy and the Wizard in Ozâ. This book takes us on another adventure with Dorothy. This time Dorothy is joined by her second cousin, Zeb and her cat Eureka and a horse named Jim. On the way they encounter an earthquake which takes them deep into the earth to the Land of the Mangaboos. Here they are re-united with the wizard whom we last bid goodbye in âThe Wonderful Wizard of Ozâ. Together, along with the wizardâs nine piglets, they must escape this whacky land. Towards the end we also get to meet Ozma, the sawhorse and the magical Emerald City. I loved these Oz books in my childhood and now have ... I loved these Oz books in my childhood and now have been reading this one a chapter at a time w my 5 yr old granddaughter who is enthralled by the whimsical imagination that Frank L. Baum exudes in his writing. The hardcover book is well worth the cost and the illustrations throughout are beautiful as well. Love that I was able to order through Amazon! Great backstory Dorothy is visiting California when an earthquake strikes, sending Dorothy, Eureka her cat, Zeb, and Jim and his horse-cart inside the earth. Soon the Wizard and his nine piglets join them. Together, they embark on an adventure through the earth dealing with angry vegetables, invisible people and bears, and wooden gargoyles. Eventually they end up back in Oz where they are happily reunited with many old friends and the back story of Oz and the Wizard is explained. Like the other Oz books, this fourth one included lots of fun wordplay. The story of OZPINHEAD was funny. I enjoyed Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz very much. I highly recommend it to people of all ages, especially those who are Oz fans. A nightmare In the lightest sense of the word. Meant to be a more lighthearted tale from the Land of Oz this to me is one of the more terrifying with the description of the countries inside the earth. But a very interesting read. Delightful and Charming... This book IS a good read, and merits 3.5 stars. However, it doesn't reach the stellar quality of the Wizard of OZ. This book is a reunion of sorts, and I enjoyed it very much. It is hard to put down. Amazon has made so many great books available via PRIME. I can no longer read a book without large print. Amazon's free kindle for PRIME members provides me with text that is so clear and readable. Amazon has no other PRIME service that can TOUCH their magnificent TREASURE of the greatest literature. I highly recommend this book, and ALL of the great works available to the PRIME subscriber. YES! I am a very HAPPY subscriber. I have a world class library at my fingertips, and it is available at a key stroke...

Tom Sawyer Abroad Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 07:30:23 GMT

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:09:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Author: Mark Twain Narrator: Robbie Benson Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-09 Publisher: Audio Holdings, LLC Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Mark Twain's lively tale of the scrapes and adventures of boyhood is set in Missouri, where Tom Sawyer and his friend Huckleberry Finn have the kinds of adventures many boys can only imagine - along with trying to impress girls, especially Becky Thatcher; fights and stunts in the schoolyard; getting lost (and saved) in a cave; and playing on the Mississippi River. (P)2009 Audio Holdings, LLC Members Reviews: Great Bedtime Reader All of the Illustrated Chosen Classics are great bedtime readers. My wife sits in the hall of the children's bedrooms and reads these stories to them at bedtime. The difference between these books and the traditional novels is that these stories move very fast. My son, in particular, will hear one of these abridged classic novels and, if he likes it, will then read the full unabridged version on his own. Kind of gives our kids a taste of the classics without having to start reading a really large and sometimes overwhelming looking book. My son is 10 and my daughter is 15. We have about 30 of these types of books in our library. A Classic Still Like many people of my age (62), I read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as a child because at that time it was widely perceived to be a child's or young adult's book. This is unfortunate as it is not nor has it ever been directed at the young. In my rereading I discovered for the first time why it is still called the original great American novel. Huckleberry, like Twain, is opinionated and perceptive. His narration and point of view drive the novel forward. Rather than relegate this work to the children's shelves or castigate it as racist, folks should embrace this novel for what it is, a bildungsroman that shows the growth of a country as well as the growth of its young protagonist. It captivated a classroom full of surly teens I teach English, and the junior year in North Carolina is devoted to American literature. I approached Huck Finn with no small amount of trepidation because of Twain's use of vernacular. I ran into the same problem with "Their Eyes Were Watching God" and solved that by listening to Ruby Dee's audio recording, which students loved. I purchased this recording of Huck Finn, and it was to die for fabulous. Students read along in their books as we listened to the recording, and it helped bring the characters and the story alive for them. They laughed when I hoped they would laugh, and they understood the novel so much better by being able to listen to it. This recording was invaluable. Reading this book as an adult is a whole different ... Reading this book as an adult is a whole different experience. I'm fairly sure the versions I read as a child were watered down. I don't have any memory of murder and mayhem in the versions I read as a child. All the same it was highly entertaining and deserving of being a classic. Friendship and mischieviousness. I grew up reading this book, a story about Huckleberry Finn and his adventurous life on the Mississippi River as a boy. He would be considered a hoodlum in this day and age, at the time it was written he was an orphan and had no one to help him grow with morals however he is a rather a good boy with pretty good morals and this story is a classic. The story is also about friendship.

Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby Audiobook by Joel Chandler Harris

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joel Chandler Harris) — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 17:08:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby Author: Joel Chandler Harris Narrator: Glenn Hascall Format: Unabridged Length: 14 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Glenn Hascall does a marvelous job of narrating Joel Chandler Harris' tale of Brer Fox's attempt to capture Brer Rabbit. The fox is cunning, but the rabbit is cleaver and a bit devious. Members Reviews: Classic Story with Depth of Meaning This classic story, "Brer Rabbit and the Tar Baby" is a short read. The language in the dialogue is written in the tradition of the Old South, and at times, slows the reading a bit, but worth plowing through. The"tar baby" illustration shows up in stories from many cultures throughout the world: African, Hispanic, Apache and Cherokee, just to name a few. Today, we think of "tar baby" as a metaphor for a situation in which further involvement makes it difficult from which to escape. There are also those who consider the term a racial slur. As I read this story, I noticed Brer Rabbit became offended at the Tar Baby for not responding when Brer Rabbit said hello. He then took it upon himself to teach the Tar Baby some manners. This story has great depth and many applications. Two applications that stand out to me are: Brer Rabbit was trying to physically control the actions of another by using force. In our society today, we see this played out in arenas that range from personal relationships (adults and children) to political preferences. A spiritual application stems from the word "offense." In the Bible, the Greek word for "offense" is "scandalon," meaning "snare or stumbling-block." Satan sets "snares" for mankind, trying to trap us into thoughts and behaviors that are difficult from which to escape, i.e. habits in attitudes or actions. In this story, Brer Fox, desiring to eat Brer Rabbit, set a trap for him. Brer Rabbit used his thinking skills to overcome the consequences and escaped. I am thankful God provides us a way of escape when we fall into the snares of the enemy. I think this is one of those books that could be read multiple times, with different treasures surfacing with each read. Five Stars listen to the Rabbit, he caught on. Mighty tough reading My Southern father use to read this story to me as a child. It is really hard to understand the story the way it is written. A childhood classic! I loved this as a child and now that I am looking forward to being a "modern" grandmother, I had to have it on my Kindle. Still an old classic that I still love today -- expressive reading is a great attention-getter with squirmy little ones. Five Stars Terrific!

The Great Gatsby Audiobook by F. Scott Fitzgerald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. Scott Fitzgerald) — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:25:36 GMT

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:13:09 GMT

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Wed, 12 Apr 2006 21:08:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: John Chatty, Cindy Hardin Killavey Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-06 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This recording does not include Hawthorne's essay, "The Customs House". Editorial Reviews: This classic novel of adultery in 17th-century Boston, Nathaniel Hawthorne's best-known work, is given new life in this performance. While this is an older recording with a sound quality that's less than sharp at times, performers John Chatty and Cindy Hardin Killavey are excellent actors whose voices convey real dramatic depth. Although much of the setting and events may seem old-fashioned to modern listeners, the themes of loneliness, passion, guilt, remorse, and fortitude remain relevant, as does Hawthorne's excellent writing. Critic Reviews: "In a clear, distinct style, the narrators bring the difficult words and phrases to life; their delivery fosters the stern, forlorn atmosphere associated with Puritan New England. This technically excellent recording is recommended as a classic." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Something Missing "This audiobook does not include Hawthorne's essay The Customs House," says the blurb. That "essay" is not a separate work, but considered the prologue to the novel. It describes how the narrator, working in the customs house 200 years after the action of the story, discovers a bundle of papers, wrapped in a piece of scarlet cloth (the scarlet letter). After reading the papers, he composes the novel. This audiobook jumps right to the action, with Hester Prynne being let out of prison. That's a lot of information to be missing, and I think, reason enough to pick one of the other versions available. There is also a tin-can sound quality at times, but I got used to that. very poor quality production Any additional comments? The production quality of this audio book was very poor and took away from the enjoyment of the story. At times the characters sounded as if they were in a tin can, I could often hear other voices in the background, and at times there was an echo. The narrator was good but the actress playing Hester sounded as though she was reading right from the book for the very first time. I do not recommend this version at all. Poor Audio Quality This classic book is read with several different actors, which is nice, but the quality of their recordings varies greatly. The recording of Hester Prynne's voice is so poor that I can often not understand what she is saying. I recommend that you choose another version. Poor quality and incomplete. Unfortunately, because I was familiar with the novel, I did not read the Publisher's Summary, which mentioned that "The Custom House" was not included in this version. As mentioned in an earlier review, that portion of the novel is of considerate value, and should have been included. Otherwise, this should be listed as "Abridged." Add to that the poorest audio quality of any Audible book, and you have a very poor product. Story is a classic, but reading is dull Although dated, the story is a classic with universal messages of society. There is a reason why this book is still being read, even with its period language. However, I found the male narrator's rendition to be dull and unenthusiastic.

Daisy Miller Audiobook by Henry James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henry James) — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 14:27:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Daisy Miller Author: Henry James Narrator: Wendy Ellison Mullen Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-12 Publisher: Elliott Bay Recording Company Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Daisy Miller is one of Henry James' most haunting characters. In this reading, Mullen brings her to life in all her innocent playfulness and melancholic yearning. Members Reviews: Satisfied I tore the copy my school gave me, but this came quickly and it was a really good price! great to reread and E-read for free Read long ago in hardcover, great to reread and E-read for free! Excellent I read this during a trip to the grand hotels along the Lake Geneva waterfront in Vevey and Montreux, Switzerland, where Henry James set this work. He is an exquisite portraitist, able to conjure up just the right collection of details, internal and external, to make the characters come alive, even though the world of manners, money, and rigid sexual morals has since become almost unrecognizable. The cruelty of social condemnation, especially of those trying to make it into the circle of the accepted wealthy, the urge to marry and marry well, has been the theme of so many works that it's amazing there is anything much at all original left to say. But James repeatedly surprises in this arena. Another unsatisfying ending from Henry James Now that I have read a handful of Henry James tomes I am beginning to believe that he is not the author for me. He writes well, and the story is interesting, but I am just getting tired of never having a satisfying ending to one of his stories. Perhaps he took a perverse pleasure in twists and turns of plot, especially at the end. If you want the standard formulaic happy ending, Henry James is not your author. I dont have a problem with an unexpected ending, but I get tired of never feeling satisfied by the "turn" of the story. Just my 2 cents. I'm not saying I will never read another Henry James novel, but probably not for a long time. in good just what I ordered, in good shape

The Minister's Wooing Audiobook by Harriet Beecher Stowe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Harriet Beecher Stowe) — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 19:56:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Minister's Wooing Author: Harriet Beecher Stowe Narrator: Melbra Sibrel Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Harriet Beecher Stowe's domestic comedy is a powerful examination of slavery, Protestant theology, and gender differences in early America. First published in 1859, and set in 18th-century Newport, Rhode Island, The Minister's Wooing is a historical novel and domestic comedy that satirizes Calvinism, celebrating its intellectual and moral integrity while critiquing its rigid theology. Mary Scudder lives with her widowed mother in a modest middle-class home. Dr. Hopkins, a Calvinist minister who boards with them, is dedicated to helping the slaves arriving at Newport and calls for the abolition of slavery. The pious Mary admires him but is also in love with the passionate but skeptical James Marvyn who, hungry for adventure, joins the crew of a ship setting sail for exotic destinations. When James is presumed lost at sea, Mary fears for his soul, and consents to marry the good Doctor. With important insights on slavery, history, and gender, as well as characters based on historical figures, The Minister's Wooing is, as Susan Harris notes in her Introduction, "an historical novel, like Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter or Catharine Sedgwick's Hope Leslie or A New England Tale; it is an attempt through fiction to create a moral, intellectual, and affective history for New England." Editorial Reviews: Harriet Beecher Stowes sentimental romance blends fiction and morality, social criticism and spiritual thought, all while painting a picture of late 19th-century New England, filled with history and characters drawn from real life. The story concerns Marie Scudder and her choice of a husband. The Minister Samuel Hopkins is an honorable man, an abolitionist and religious reformer, but Marys heart lies with James, a young man presumed lost at sea. Melbra Sibrel gives a lyrically paced performance that much prose of the time lends itself, making this important historical document and moving romance a joy to listen to. Members Reviews: Wonderful book, lousy narrator First, the good news. This book is wonderful; full of the insight, wit and import that made Uncle Tom's Cabin so critical. Stowe was keenly observant and quick to call something wrong when it was wrong. In this story, she still holds to her anti-slavery stand, though it is a secondary issue here. This book alone would have put her among Americas best and most important authors. Well worth the listen. Second, the bad news. The narrator does a poor job. Her accents are horrible, and her mispronunciations jar the ear a bit. The real problem, however, is that she reads the book in a mocking manner. She treats what is serious in the book cynically, as if it were her place to let us know that the opinions expressed are somehow out of date or silly. I prefer to make those judgments myself, and not have to fight the narrator. Overall, she seems to treat the book with contempt. Third point is that the review incorrectly implies that Stowe was mocking the Calvinist theology. Nothing could be further from truth. It is imposing 21st century thoughts on a 19th century writer. Stowe was the daughter of Lyman Beecher, sister of Henry Ward Beecher and wife of Calvin Stowe, all important figures in American Calvinism. She was certainly not criticizing the theology, though she seems to have been arguing for a softer interpretation of predestination. Overall, don't let the narrator keep you from this book.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Tue, 10 May 2011 03:47:31 GMT

The Wings of the Dove Audiobook by Henry James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henry James) — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 01:54:53 GMT

The Mysterious Key and What it Opened Audiobook by Louisa May Alcott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louisa May Alcott) — Thu, 01 May 2014 07:17:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mysterious Key and What it Opened Author: Louisa May Alcott Narrator: Elizabeth Klett Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This suspenseful novella focuses on the dark secret that haunts the aristocratic Trevlyn family since the untimely death of Sir Richard Trevlyn. His widow keeps the key to the mystery inside a locket, which she never takes off. When a charming stranger with ulterior motives gains access to Lady Trevlyn and her young daughter, will he unlock the family secrets along with their hearts? Fans of Alcotts Little Women and her heroine Jo Marchs racy stories will delight in this Victorian sensation novel. Members Reviews: Unusual mystery from Alcott; wonderful narration Would you listen to The Mysterious Key and What it Opened again? Why? Yes, it was a fun listen. The mystery kept me engaged and yet I also found it relaxing to listen to the story. Have you listened to any of Elizabeth Kletts other performances before? How does this one compare? Yes, she is a favorite narrator of mine. She has a pleasing voice, and also does wonderful accents and characterizations for the different people in the story. I would recommend her as a reliably excellent performer. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, I wasn't able to but it was a good length to listen straight through. It would make a good one to listen to on a drive. Any additional comments? This is not a "typical' Alcott but I'm glad that I have heard it. Definitely would recommend this. Great Novella Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Elizabeth Klett does an amazing job at bringing these wonderful characters to life and recreating all the mystery, suspense and emotion of a well-written, classic story. The storyline drew me in and I kept wanting to hear more. What does Elizabeth Klett bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I love the expression Elizabeth puts into her books and she carries off different accents well, especially if the book is not American based. I have listened to many of her recordings and she is a favourite of mine in her narration. I listen to audiobooks so it frees my hands to knit or iron. Any additional comments? I would highly recommend listening to this book to lovers of classics, mysteries, romance and historical fiction. Very interesting story that keeps your attention Have you listened to any of Elizabeth Kletts other performances before? How does this one compare? Elizabeth Klett is consistent in her work and a "go to" narrator for me. She is outstanding at adding dimension and personality to each character with her narrative style. She's always a pleasure to listen to and easy to follow. Any additional comments? This is a book if mystery and intrigue and keeps engaged and guessing throughout. Definitely a fun and easy read with an interesting twist. I can easily recommend it. Enjoyable Novella by the Author of Little Women I love Louisa May Alcott's classic novel Little Women, so it was enjoyable to listen to this very different short novel which is more suspenseful and sensational. Elizabeth Klett does a nice job narrating, with British accents for the various characters.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Thu, 26 Oct 2000 09:05:59 GMT

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

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The Great Gatsby Audiobook by F. Scott Fitzgerald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. Scott Fitzgerald) — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:50:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Great Gatsby Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald Narrator: Chris Hendrie Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-13 Publisher: Chris Hendrie / AudiobookstoLife Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: After the smashing success of his first novel, This Side of Paradise, written when he was 23, F. Scott Fitzgerald rocked the literary world with his masterpiece, The Great Gatsby, in l925 - a passionate love story about a poor young man's unwavering love for the lovely Daisy, belle of Louisville. Told with extraordinarily beautiful language, Fitzgerald's characters sizzle with vitality and life as Gatsby pursues the love of his life amid the splendor of his Long Island estate by throwing truly amazing parties set to the music of the Jazz Age. Members Reviews: Great Reading of Gatsby What did you love best about The Great Gatsby? This has been a great reading of a classic! Very Lovely! What was one of the most memorable moments of The Great Gatsby? When Gadsby realizes who he really is. Any additional comments? This is a great reading. it reminded me of the books read to me as a child! Wonderful reading of Fitzgerald Masterpiece. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I downloaded "The Great Gatsby" after watching the movie in the theaters. I loved Chris Hendrie's narration. His soothing voice and narration of the characters really brought the book to life. It was the perfect way to spend time sitting in LA traffic...suddenly I didn't mind my hour long commute. Terrific reading, wonderful story...I'd highly recommend downloading this audiobook! What does Chris Hendrie bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Chris Hendrie is a talented actor and narrates the story beautifully. His performance is entertaining and the story really comes to life. Any additional comments? I highly recommend downloading this audiobook -- very enjoyable!!! Rekindled Appreciation Not having listened to audio books often, I did not know whether I would appreciate revisiting F. Scott Fitzgerald this way. However, once I got going, the narration by Chris Hendrie pulled me into the story with a renewed interest in these great characters, but also a great appreciation of the language and imagery of the work. I especially appreciated the ease with which Hendrie moves from character to character--making each distinct in their dialogue without interrupting the driving flow of the narration. That is not easy to do. And his charming ability to be the men and the women, without trying to do some kind of voiceover imitation of a woman, made the book easy to listen to and never distracted me from the work itself. All in all, a great classic brought to life by a terrific performance. One which rekindled my interest in the author himself.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:50:54 GMT

The Trail of the Lonesome Pine Audiobook by John Fox

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Fox) — Fri, 14 May 2010 20:42:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Trail of the Lonesome Pine Author: John Fox Narrator: John Michaels Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 05-14-10 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This novel by John Fox, Jr., narrated by John Michaels, captures the essence of pre coal-mining life in the Eastern Kentucky mountains, isolated since the Revolutionary War, as the residents move into the 20th century. Fox weaves the love story of Hale, an outsider, and June Tolliver, a mountain girl, against the background of coal companies ravaging the mountains and a 30-year fued between the Tollivers and the Falins. In language lyrical and poetic, Fox describes the beauty of the mountains and the promise of love delayed. An Appalachian Pygmalian. Critic Reviews: "A classic of Appalachian literature. Through this romance runs the social and political drama of eastern Kentucky's mountain people.... Fox can help us, even now, to consider what Appalachia finally means to its people." (Appalachian Journal) Members Reviews: Poor production What disappointed you about The Trail of the Lonesome Pine? The producer had the narrator say end of chapter at the end of each chapter. This kills the moment. I would rather have a pause so I can savor the final sentence of the chapter. Then announce the next chapter. Any additional comments? The story itself is very enjoyable especially if you enjoy historical fiction. This Classic Book Deserves a New Recording This Book is a Classic that was turned into the 6th longest running outdoor drama, still running in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. It tells of the rise and fall of a potential coal mining town in the Blue Ridge and the rise and fall of a man who invested in the town. It also traces the reversing roles of the out of town stranger and a mountain girl he falls in love with. As he helps her become educated and learn to live in the style of the outside world, he gradually looses his polish and falls into the life and habits of the mountain folk. There is excitement and danger as the outside world comes to try to "tame" the feuding clans of the mountains. The tension of the changes in the mountain girl and the outsider strains their relationship in unexpected ways. The narrator of the book sounds stilted, as if he read the book in the early days of it's publication, in the early 1900's. The recording sounds as old, with the sound skipping or coming and going now and then. It would be lovely to have an up-to-date recording to breath life into this true classic. too draggy didn't finish it - found the narration a little tough to listen to in spots, just didn't draw me in Unlistenable At first I thought this was narrated by some type of voice generation computer, but then I realized that was impossible because even a computer with random voice inflection could achieve a much higher rate of appropriate word emphasis than this narration. It seems the narrator is intentionally emphasizing the wrong word or phrase in a sentence to either make the sentence uninteligible or to run it on to the next sentence such that both are uninteligible. Nine hours of this would be much more effective to extract information or drive the victim insane than currently accepted torture methods.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Tue, 11 May 2010 12:43:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: Michael Learned Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 05-11-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Written in the winter of 1849, The Scarlet Letter unfolds the story of Hester Prynne, a young woman branded as an adulteress in the harsh Puritan world of 17th-century New England. As Hester calls on her inner strength to transcend her shame, the scarlet letter ceases to be a stigma and finally becomes Hester's symbol of self-affirmation. This dramatic reading heightens the sense of lyric poetry that permeates every line of Nathaniel Hawthorne's great novel. Members Reviews: Long on "Tell", Short on "Show" Nathaniel Hawthorne's gift for style is indefatigable. Throughout the novel, his command of language delivers masterful prose dense with descriptive power. And therein lies his great weakness. He has a genius for mining the meaning from every action, every movement, indeed, every word of dialogue, but in his exegetical fervor he neglects to simply describe what is happening. What little description he provides is overshadowed by the towering commentary surrounding it. Perhaps that is why the Puritans are held in such a dismal light in this novel: aside from their intolerance serving as a plot device, they were known for their exegetical prowess, and Hawthorne simply detested in others what was never fully realized within himself. (This speculation serves only to amuse myself.) Nevertheless, this novel ought to be mandatory reading for all Americans and all students of American culture. Readers and writers alike will only come away from it aesthectically edified and intellectually enhanced. Good story. Not so good book. I liked the story very much. It was a good story and my enjoyment of it was much more than I expected to get out of it. The writing bothered me though. It was a "tell, don't show" book instead of the usual "show don't tell". The characters would have been much more interesting if we actually got to see the experiences that we were told about or if we were shown an actual conversation instead of the majority of conversions just being relayed via the narrator. Captivating read It is a classic for a reason...the story is spell-bounding and, once you start it, you won't want to put it down if you're a reader like me? The sacrifices this woman made for her daughter were of the nature only a loving and sorrowful Mother could be capable of. Highly reccomended slow at first, the author is telling of his own world experience Not necessarily a religious story, but one filled with humanity. The young fly into life. This story helps illumine the sometimes treacherous path testing each human heart. Therefore, it is worth pausing and listening to the silence that tells of more than surface, but fills the true space of life that requires living truly. Hester is truly a heroine of our times. She never denies the worst in herself as if to conceal...but plainly communicates who she is always in unvarnished clarity for the service of anyone, but especially pearl. Her strength in the worst is to be highly lauded. Very moving written 250 years ago. A good peek into the Puritans of the day. Overall, it was quite a good book. It reflected the Puritan ways of the time and the guilt people carried with them as a result. It also, unfortunately, carried the flowery language of the day when it was written, so that lost a point from me.

Daisy Miller Audiobook by Henry James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henry James) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:15:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Daisy Miller Author: Henry James Narrator: Tammy Grimes Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-09 Publisher: Audio Holdings, LLC Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Daisy Miller is a beautiful and flirtatious rich young American visiting a Swiss spa. There she meets upper class expatriate American, Frederick Winterbourne, who is warned about her reckless ways with men by his aunt. Their relationship and Daisy's with the Italian lawyer Mr. Giovanelli leads to a climactic scene in the Coliseum in Rome, followed by tragedy and regret. (P)2009 Audio Holdings, LLC Members Reviews: Dated okay book, rather dated.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:08:43 GMT

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 05:05:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: Kristen Underwood Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Set in an early New England colony, the novel shows the terrible impact a single, passionate act has on the lives of three members of the community: the fiery, tortured Reverend Dimmesdale; the obsessed, vengeful Chillingworth; and the defiant Hester Prynne, who, unwilling to name her partner in adultery, is condemned to wear a scarlet "A" on the breast of her gown for the remainder of her life. With The Scarlet Letter, Hawthorne became the first American novelist to forge from our Puritan heritage a universal classic, a masterful exploration of humanity's unending struggle with sin, guilt, and pride. Critic Reviews: "After hearing this novel, readers will understand why it continues to be a classic." (AudioFile Magazine) Members Reviews: Classic story, monotone narration I was writing an essay that included Hawthorne's classic novel and I wanted to hear it out loud. There are several versions to choose from. If you're interested in listening to the Scarlet Letter, I would not pick this one. There is hardly any inflection in the narrator's voice; she just drones on and on as if she's some kind of machine. Granted this was written in the 19th century, and Hawthorne may be more suited to reading silently in your head. But I can't help but feel someone could pull it off. As for the novel itself, well, it's a work of genius. Hawthorne was interested above all else in the "unpardonable sin."--the violation of the human heart. I've read it about three times, and the ending gets me every time. This is dark, depressing stuff, though, not light beach fare. First time reader/listener I knew nothing of this book prior to listening. The ending surprised me and I did not see it coming. The writing is old English and the listener must follow along conscientiously. I really enjoyed the story and the "stone casting" theme of a time not so different than now. I would recommend. Good narration, it may be difficult to follow if road noise is excessive or traffic is raging. Calm Sunday drives should be fine times for listening. true rendition this version is well done and true to the original text An American Charles Dickens? Dickens and Nathaniel Hawthorne were near contemporariies with the Scarlett Letter appearing in the same year as David Copperfield - interesting then for British readers to do a compare and contrast. London creeping into decay against the aspirant Commonwealth of Massachusetts - and Salem in particular. Today, Salem looks all the more picturesque for its murky background set in the greenery, close to the beautiful New England coastline and 'establishment' to its Democratic core - whilst London is now the post-modern wasteland and Dickens World, the current commercial venture on the cultural horizon offers a family of four one night's bed and breakfast for ?99 plus a chance to thrill to The Great Expectations Boat Ride. A good reading of a great read.

The Wings of the Dove Audiobook by Henry James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henry James) — Mon, 27 Nov 2000 20:54:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wings of the Dove Author: Henry James Narrator: William Hope Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-27-00 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Milly Theale is a young, beautiful, and fabulously wealthy American. When she arrives in London and meets the equally beautiful but impoverished Kate Croy, they form an intimate friendship. But nothing is as it seems; materialism, romance, self-delusion, and ultimately fatal illness, insidiously contaminate the glamorous social whirl. © and (P)1997 NAXOS AudioBooks Ltd. Editorial Reviews: William Hope uses his voice well to give varied voices to men and women, both British and American and of various ages, in this novel of transatlantic complications between an ailing American heiress and the passionate British couple driven to use her. Hope's Brits, especially Mrs. Lowder, tend to caricature. Still, he has command of James's complex sentences, and his pacing, accenting, and emphasis often make them clearer to hear than they are to read, an achievement that is considerable. Members Reviews: Depth One of two of my favorite Henry James stories. He has written with such power and depth of understanding of the times. Encompassing! He paints with language like others a brush...This book requires the readers strictest attention and is well worth ones devotion!! wings of the dove Henry James at his best. The understatement is wonderful throughout. The plot is thin but the characterisations make up for it. I loved it, but not the first time through. Five stars means I loved it, but not the first time through. If I hadn't had some moral obligation to finish it, I doubt I would have. The prose is as dense as The Master gets, and that's jungle-thick. The second time through, I began to see why it has earned the praise it has as one of Henry James's great novels. By the third time through, I thought it was brilliant, and would gladly read it a fourth time, and more. But like most great works of art, it doesn't yield up its rewards easily. The density of the prose isn't Henry James trying to be difficult. This is an author (probably in many conversations and correspondences with his brother, the great psychologist William James) determined to express the very complicated psychology of complex human beings, a psychology that steps forward and backward and sideways . No character is just one thing: a conniving money-grubber, a social-climbing heiress, a thwarted lover, a very rich American naif. Each of these characters reveals layer upon layer of contradictory motives, second and third thoughts, unexpected generosities. Several of them are troubled by the ethics of their motives, and the final pages will leave you wondering whose ethics will prevail. But that's as James intended. "I honor George Eliot above all other novelists," he said, "but she tells too much." Henry James, for all his words, makes you, the reader, complete his late novels. Wings of the Dove Couldn't finish it.

The Scarlet Letter Audiobook by Nathaniel Hawthorne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nathaniel Hawthorne) — Wed, 18 Aug 2004 19:15:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Letter Author: Nathaniel Hawthorne Narrator: Annie Wauters Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 08-18-04 Publisher: Findaway World Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A young Puritan woman gives birth to an illegitimate child in 17th-century New England and must endure public condemnation and the burden of a terrible secret. (P)Commuter's Library Members Reviews: Review of The Scarlet Letter Excellent audio rendation of the book. It was entertaining, thought provoking and insightful. Totally enjoyed this recording. How not to read a book Annie Wauters, the reader, over-dramatizes events and over-characterizes voices. Must she lower her voice to a grating rasp to depict Roger Chillingsworth, or raise it to a squeeky falsetto for Pearl? A tiresome listen. Skip the first 1:39:00 of this book The first hour and thirty-nine minutes of this book is a painfully boring introduction by the author, just rambling on about his life and how he came across a scarlet letter while working in a customs house and decided to write a story about it. I kept listening because I figured the intro wouldn't be very long, but I was wrong. The only valuable piece of info from the intro is that the book is based on a true story. (It would have taken him the equivalent of 3 minutes to explain that!) Do yourself a favor and skip ahead! The story was OK, but not as good as I had hoped. (The intro may have left a bad taste in my mouth.) Obviously Worth my While Believe it or not I missed reading this in high school. So now after several decades of exposure to the lessons, morals, and imagery this classic has gifted the public domain, I found the actual event of finally reading the book to be somewhat anticlimactic. To my surprise, I already had the essential plot down; I was already aware of the great hypocracy of the Puritans, and I already knew that poor Hester Prynne was a victim of said society. So while I can't be critical of this novel, I do come away from it wondering why we choke our poor 9th graders with it so that they never dare read another Hawthorne novel in their lives. Hawthorne's other stories can be so much easier to grasp and still convey many and most of the same important lessons. The narration was fine, though irritating in spots as he tended to the overdramatic interpretation of some of the characters' speech. I wonder if "reading" this again via a different narrator would have left me with a better impression of the book itself. Classic Good Listening I agree that the first 1 hour and 39 minutes was a waste of time. Wish I would have read other comments before I started listening to boring introduction. Skip the introduction...and forward to 1 hour and 39 minutes and listen to the first chapter.

Passing Audiobook by Nella Larsen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nella Larsen) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 20:09:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Passing Author: Nella Larsen Narrator: Robin Miles Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-12 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: First published to critical acclaim in 1929, Passing is a remarkable exploration of the shifting racial and sexual boundaries in 1920s New York, and still carries relevance today as a modern classic. Irene Redfield is a woman with an enviable life. She and her successful husband, Brian, share a comfortable Harlem townhouse with their sons. But everything changes on the day she encounters a long-lost childhood friend. Clare Kendry - light-skinned, charming and beautiful - tells Irene how she left behind the black neighbourhood of her adolescence and began passing for white, hiding her true identity from everyone, including her racist husband.... Members Reviews: Read it! Really enjoyed this book. Thought provoking, not what it appears to be While the language is straightforward and rather plain, the characters are complex and somewhat confusing. The narrator is unreliable, to the extent that the reader is not even sure what happens at the end of the novel. It's a fast read (barely over 100 pages) but it leaves the reader wondering about motivations, desires, and outcomes. Five Stars One of my favorite books now. This is a great novel to read if you are into analyzing characters ... This is a great novel to read if you are into analyzing characters and are into doing research to further understand the characters. Overall, it was an easy read and for the most part it was enjoyable. A great Novella The Novella is clearly and beautifully written. It talks to your feeling and describes the characters' reaction as typical humans who so many people can relate to. It is a wonderful reading experience, you would just feel yourself in another world. Love it.

The Martian Chronicles Audiobook by Ray Bradbury

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ray Bradbury) — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:09:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Martian Chronicles Author: Ray Bradbury Narrator: Mark Boyett Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 10-21-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 637 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Mars was a distant shore, and the men spread upon it in wave.... Each wave different, and each wave stronger. Ray Bradbury is a storyteller without peer, a poet of the possible, and, indisputably, one of America's most beloved authors. In a much-celebrated literary career that has spanned six decades, he has produced an astonishing body of work: unforgettable novels, including Fahrenheit 451 and Something Wicked This Way Comes; essays, theatrical works, screenplays and teleplays; The Illustrated Mein, Dandelion Wine, The October Country, and numerous other superb short story collections. But of all the dazzling stars in the vast Bradbury universe, none shines more luminous than these masterful chronicles of Earth's settlement of the fourth world from the sun. Bradbury's Mars is a place of hope, dreams, and metaphor - of crystal pillars and fossil seas - where a fine dust settles on the great, empty cities of a silently destroyed civilization. It is here the invaders have come to despoil and commercialize, to grow and to learn - first a trickle, then a torrent, rushing from a world with no future toward a promise of tomorrow. The Earthman conquers Mars...and then is conquered by it, lulled by dangerous lies of comfort and familiarity, and enchanted by the lingering glamour of an ancient, mysterious native race. Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles is a classic work of 20th-century literature whose extraordinary power and imagination remain undimmed by time's passage. In connected, chronological stories, a true grandmaster once again enthralls, delights, and challenges us with his vision and his heart - starkly and stunningly exposing in brilliant spacelight our strength, our weakness, our folly, and our poignant humanity on a strange and breathtaking world where humanity does not belong. Members Reviews: The Original. Great Stories, Great Narrator. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? The Martian Chronicles is a classic for a reason. In recent years editors have monkeyed with the stories, changing the timeline of the story and removing some stories/adding others. This is the original lineup, with a great narrator. You should be aware, though, that most of the core stories were written in different years and published in pulp magazines first, and not in the order they appear in the book. This leads to little inconsistencies that are bothersome if you try to view the stories as a coherent whole. Instead, you should think of each story as happening in a slightly different dimension from the last one. Appreciate the stories on their own and don't get hung up on little differences. Stirring. Dated, yet timeless; beautifully narrated. I was almost disappointed when it ended. I want to somehow know more. Best Narrator The Martian Chronicles is a collection of short stories that are beautifully woven together to make for a haunting read. The over-arching story takes place in the future when earth is amidst chaos and nuclear war is about to erupt. Earth men make many expeditions to the red planet to escape and search for life. You'll have to listen to find out what happens when they get there. Mark Boyett does an amazing job with the narration.

The Scarlet Plague [Classic Tales Edition] Audiobook by Jack London

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack London) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 01:47:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Plague [Classic Tales Edition] Author: Jack London Narrator: B.J. Harrison Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: B.J. Harrison Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 105 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Twelve billionaires rule the United States, while those called freemen are forced to serve the rich. But that was 60 years ago, before the Scarlet Plague. In this post-apocalyptic novella, a ragged and tattered old man tells his progeny of what life was like before The Scarlet Plague appeared - and wiped out civilization as they knew it. Members Reviews: wonderful listen very relevant today! amazing how this book reflects what could happen anytime with world leaders pandering to corporations short but good A short Vivid tale of the aftermath of the Scarlet plague in San Francisco CA short read for the commute It's an Interesting take on a possible dystopian world skillfully narrated from a deserted beach. BJ Harrison really brings life to these old tales Out of the mouths of babes will a new civilization begin. This story is about a man telling his grandson and two other boys about the Scarlet Plague, its beginnings, and the re-structuring of society as a result. The former richest leaders reduced to squalor and servitude. Formerly well-regarded men known previously as doctors becoming superstitious with the new change. The effects of the reduction in population of 8 billion down to a few hundred and its effects upon nature, including the un-domestication of the dog, the wild overgrowth of farmland, and farm animals themselves devouring each other without the structure once provided by man. This is a very interesting story told by a good narrator. Jack London is an author I would definitely read more of. A Tale Of The End Jack London's story of the demise of human kind and its' new.frightening re-start gives one a belief and feeling of prehistoric suffering forthcoming. His great command of the language is brilliant. And though this book is not in the classic sphere of a Call Of The Wild and others, the depth to which he can pierce your soul while producing imagery that is real is extraordinary as always. B.J.s narrative is a tour de' force, eloquently expressing the tale and its characters as they are, and a lively revelation ,prediction, of an unsettling subject matter.

The Antelope Wife Audiobook by Louise Erdrich

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Louise Erdrich) — Thu, 16 Dec 1999 13:48:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Antelope Wife Author: Louise Erdrich Narrator: Louise Erdrich Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: The author of Love Medicine brings an unforgettable novel about the irrevocable patterns set in motion by certain fateful acts. A soldier deserts the cavalry during a cruel raid on an Ojibwa village to chase a dog bearing on its back a baby on a cradle board strung with breathtaking blue beads. Generations later, a fast-talking trader kidnaps a silent and graceful woman from a powwow. In a haunting re-creation of a native tale, the woman is part antelope. Hunter and hunted change identities, and nothing is ever the same for those involved. Critic Reviews: "The Antelope Wife stands as one of [Louise Erdrich's] most powerful and fully imagined novels yet...the book marks a happy return to the elliptical, dreamlike storytelling of Ms. Erdrich's earliest novels." (Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times) Members Reviews: I could not get past the recording of this book. How did the narrator detract from the book? The audio quality is not good. It sounds like the author read into a cassette player. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Frustration! I have enjoyed other works by this author and this recording was not good. sound is so awful, I could not listen This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I love Louise Erdrich's works, and was expecting a great experience, but the sound was so awful that I could not stand listening to more than 5 minutes of the novel. Antelope Wife I started listening to The Antelope Wife and the audio quality is terrible. Whenever the narrator, Louise Erdrich, pronounces a word with an [s] in it, it is so whistlie it nearly gives me a headache. I thought I could improve the audio quality by choosing a better download audio quality but none is available. I think you should warn listeners that the audio is awful or you might consider trying to upgrade its quality. I think you should refund my money for this particular audiobook as I will not be able to listen to it. Didn't listen to it. The audio was so bad I couldn't listen. The sound quality is awful!! I think I would really be enjoying the author reading her own work here, if it weren't for the terrible sound quality! It sounds like she's speaking from under a big pile of pillows...or maybe underwater. It's almost unlistenable--the worst sound I've ever heard on an audio book. What was the publisher thinking when they put out this embarrassment--or Audible, for that matter, when they decided to keep selling it, in spite of all the reviews saying that the sound is terrible?

The Nine Billion Names of God Audiobook by Arthur C. Clarke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arthur C. Clarke) — Fri, 20 May 2016 01:07:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Nine Billion Names of God Author: Arthur C. Clarke Narrator: Steven Jay Cohen Format: Unabridged Length: 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Words have power. Some words have more power than others. So when a group of monks seek to enlist modern technology in their quest to list all nine billion names of god, there is no telling what may happen. Arthur C. Clarke walks the line between science and mysticism in this thought-provoking tale. The story was selected in 1970 by the Science Fiction Writers of America as one of the best science fiction short stories published before the creation of the Nebula Awards. It was published in The Science Fiction Hall of Fame, Volume One, 1929-1964. In 2004, it won the retrospective Hugo Award for Best Short Story for the year 1954. Members Reviews: GREAT Short Story! Awesome classic sci-fi with a very good narrator. In the true style of philosophical/speculative sci-fi.

Anthem Audiobook by Ayn Rand

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ayn Rand) — Thu, 06 Jul 2017 05:41:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anthem Author: Ayn Rand Narrator: Andrew Garman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Ayn Rand's classic tale of a dystopian future of the great "We" - a world that deprives individuals of a name or independence - that anticipates her later masterpieces, The Fountainhead and Atlas Shrugged. They existed only to serve the state. They were conceived in controlled Palaces of Mating. They died in the Home of the Useless. From cradle to grave, the crowd was one - the great WE. In all that was left of humanity, there was only one man who dared to think, seek, and love. He lived in the dark ages of the future. In a loveless world, he dared to love the woman of his choice. In an age that had lost all trace of science and civilization, he had the courage to seek and find knowledge. But these were not the crimes for which he would be hunted. He was marked for death because he had committed the unpardonable sin: He had stood forth from the mindless human herd. He was a man alone. He had rediscovered the lost and holy word - I. "I worship individuals for their highest possibilities as individuals, and I loathe humanity, for its failure to live up to these possibilities."-Ayn Rand Members Reviews: Definitely a must-read for anyone into philosophy I was recommended this book by a friend, and I do not regret it at all. The book is hard to follow for a specific reason which I won't really go into. But for the sake of the book, Ayn Rand had to make it like that to prove her point. I do feel like she over-exaggerates her philosophy, and that can drive away potential readers who feel like she's too much of a nut-job. Another very interesting point; There are two versions of this book in one. The first is the official publication of Anthem, the second being Ayn Rand's rough draft. The rough draft kind of lets you into the mind of the writer, how they think of what to take out and what to keep. It's awfully brief too for being such a good book. But certainly something everyone into philosophy needs to read, because this can redefine your ideas. Anthem, An inspired read I read this book when I was in college and it is more relevant today than it was then. Ayn Rand grew up in the Soviet Union during the rise of communism and has lived first hand the brutality of collective thinking and it's threat to individual freedom and the pursuit of happiness. This book takes about 2 hours to read, but it will last you a lifetime. and is admittedly pretty short for one of her books Anthem can feel a little dry and confusing sometimes, but an attentive reading will net you the main ideas and overall themes of the story. It is not dissimilar to Rand's other works, and is admittedly pretty short for one of her books. If you're new to Rand and want a decent introduction to her writing, this would be my pick for you. Short and Simple A very short and incredibly symbolic read, Anthem is nothing like Rand's other books, but the theme of individualism is very clear. This is a perfect introduction to Ayn Rand for younger kids (middle school+), but is not as representative of her ideology as Atlas Shrugged or The Fountainhead. It's definitely something worth reading for a day if you've enjoyed her other works, but do not let its simplicity limit your views of her works. I like this book I like this book. It is very useful for advanced leaner of English, because the vocabularies and grammar are not too complicated. In addition, the novel is very interesting.

The Outlaw of Torn Audiobook by Edgar Rice Burroughs

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Rice Burroughs) — Wed, 04 Nov 2015 08:48:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Outlaw of Torn Author: Edgar Rice Burroughs Narrator: David Stifel Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 11-04-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A swashbuckling romp through medieval England from the author of Tarzan of the Apes! Edgar Rice Burroughs tells us the story of the lost English prince, Richard, whom fate turns into an outlaw preying on the nobility of England. With tons of adventure, cross, and double cross, this tale will keep you engrossed from beginning to end. Members Reviews: Good story ,Good read Good classic Just because it's old docent cause it to loose flavor. Very well read with exhalent characterization. A treat to hear! Great story by one of my favorite authors... I wish the narrator's talent had been able to keep up. His inflection was all over the place and alas, there were too many characters for him to get voices for. Probably Burroughs' worst work What disappointed you about The Outlaw of Torn? I love every Burroughs book I've ever read. But this one is SO BORING. Ninety minutes in, I had to return it. What three words best describe David Stifels voice? Non-regional

The Scarlet Plague Audiobook by Jack London

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack London) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:44:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Scarlet Plague Author: Jack London Narrator: Emma Topping Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-10 Publisher: Saland Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: This post-apocalyptic fiction novel takes place in 2072, sixty years after an uncontrollable epidemic, the Red Death, has depopulated the planet. James Howard Smith is one of the few survivors of the pre-plague era left alive in the San Francisco area, and as he realizes his time grows short, he tries to impart the value of knowledge and wisdom to his grandsons. Members Reviews: 1912, 2013 and 2073 Jack London wrote this in 1912 about a plague in 2013 that destroys most of the world's population. The last survivor of the plague tries to tell the story of mankind and the plague to the youth of 2073. The plague was caused by microbes, as Smith tries to explain to the backward people that have come to populate the new world. He must use simple words, for they are uneducated. Humans live in tribes named after the cities their ancestors lived in. After the plague, there is chaos, lawlessness, and the usual. The description of microbiology is very well told and I wonder how the public of 1912 responded to it. The story of chaos and lawlessness is an old story today, included in most apocalyptic literature. It is old hat today, and I believe was even an old worn out theme in 1912. I was ok with the story, but I have read better stories from Jack London and I believe it better to get a collection of his stories instead of just one. Call of the Wild is my favorite of what I have read. Smith is an old man who was born and raised in California, yet Saland Publishing decided to use a young British woman to read the story. She reads well, but I would have preferred a man who speaks American English for a story written about an American. They make it seem that Americans can't write classic lit and a British accent is necessary to make it an actual classic.

Some Words with a Mummy Audiobook by Edgar Allan Poe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edgar Allan Poe) — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 22:33:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Some Words with a Mummy Author: Edgar Allan Poe Narrator: David Ian Davies Format: Unabridged Length: 39 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-14 Publisher: One Voice Recordings Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: An ancient Egyptian mummy comes to life, but not to chase anyone around a tomb. This is a science fiction story, not a tale of horror. If you look carefully, you'll find a little sarcastic humor here and there. The mummy has a story of his own to tell, and it's quite an interesting one, to say the least. Another example of Poe's fantastic imagination. Members Reviews: Coffin humor Some Words with a Mummy, a story by Edgar Allen Poe, was originally published in the April 1845 issue of American Review: A Whig Journal. Though considered a short story, itâs a relatively long one, perhaps approaching novella length. Here Poe tries his hand at humor, and succeeds quite admirably. Despite the living dead subject matter, this is not a horror story, but rather a satire, and at times is quite hilarious. The unnamed narrator is invited to a scientific event at the home of his friend, Dr. Ponnonner. The doctor will be opening an ancient Egyptian sarcophagus to examine the mummy within, and a select group of colleagues gather to watch. Given the title of the story, I donât think Iâm giving too much away by saying that these modern men of science have a conversation with the mummy. As the American tomb raiders grill their newfound acquaintance on life in ancient Egypt, and vice versa, it becomes difficult to tell which of the two cultures is the more advanced and which the more primitive. Poe satirizes the hubris of scientists and historians, and along the way manages to take digs at everything from the transcendentalist movement to American democracy. Iâm not a diehard Poe fan. I find his work hit-and-miss, but I enjoyed this story greatly and was impressed by his comedic skills. Here Poe exhibits the sort of cynical humor and biting wit that one might expect from Voltaire. A lot of times humor doesnât hold up well over time, but this work, though published over a century and a half ago, is still fresh enough to make todayâs reader laugh out loud. It's So Poe SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY is a creative, well written short story. Poe is amazing, though he wrote in the Victorian age his stories have such a fresh, modern out look to them. He is so talented at satire and this story has an incredible funny ending with his sarcastic touch. If you like satire, I highly recommend this short story. It's So Poe SOME WORDS WITH A MUMMY is a creative, well written short story. Poe is amazing, though he wrote in the Victorian age his stories have such a fresh, modern out look to them. He is so talented at satire and this story has an incredible funny ending with his sarcastic touch. If you like satire, I highly recommend this short story.

The Yellow Sign Audiobook by Robert W. Chambers

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert W. Chambers) — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 03:55:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Yellow Sign Author: Robert W. Chambers Narrator: Mike Vendetti Format: Unabridged Length: 46 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-14 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: From The King in Yellow: Anyone who possesses, even by accident, a copy of the sign is susceptible to some form of insidious mind control, or possession, by the King in Yellow or one of his heirs. The stories also suggest that the original creator of the sign was not human and possibly came from a strange alternate dimension that contains an ominous and ancient city known as Carcosa. The finder of the sign gives it as a gift to her future lover with disasterous results! Members Reviews: In the same vein as his contemporaries. I don't agree entirely with the reviews of this work by some of Chambers' contemporaries (that is, that he proposes fantastic concepts but fails miserably in doing so), however, like many of his contemporaries, the reads can feel somewhat dry or burdensome. Not so much so that it totally detracts from the reading of his shorts, but enough that the first few might take you longer than a normal short to plow through, simply because you're not sure when it's going to "pick up," or start flowing better. The ideas are superb (plays that are the epitome of art and, thus, drive men mad) and if you give yourself away to what horror was at the time (read: suspense, tension, the tightening of the string, NOT just campy shock value moments), you can't help but enjoy the stories. The first is particularly impressive. The King in Yellow - interesting, but doesn't last Chambers' first glut of short stories are dark, broad in scope, filled with bizarre characters, differing writing styles, wonderful imagery and plots brimming with imagination and terror - worthy of the foreword by H.P. Lovecraft himself. By the time the reader gets about half way through, however, things have changed. Characters simply blend, with no real definition or motivation, stories appear to be unconnected middles and simply meander to no conclusion in particular. While all of the initial stories have a link (even tenuously) to the titular 'King', this is simply dispensed with, with the last two stories being of gaudy romance. Over all, worth a look, but be prepared for some disappointment! The shadows lengthen/In Carcosa Human beings are fascinated by that which causes madness in us. Why would the Internet have pretty much memeified Cthulhu if we weren't? And one of the most tantalizing bringers of horror and madness is "The King in Yellow," a collection of Robert Chambers' short stories that are loosely tied together by a mysterious play of exquisite horror. The horror stories compiled here are some of the best classic horror that can be found, full of the tattered decay of the unseen and the spellbinding magic that mere words can only hint at... and the problem is that the second half of the collection is just not as interesting. The first four stories are all tied together by "The King In Yellow," a play whose story and characters are never really explored beyond a few snatches of song and some descriptions of the world where it takes place ("... twin suns sink into the lake of Hali... I saw the towers of Carcosa behind the moon").

Youth Audiobook by Isaac Asimov

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Isaac Asimov) — Fri, 18 Oct 2013 18:49:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Youth Author: Isaac Asimov Narrator: Darla Middlebrook Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-13 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Slim and Red decide to train the to small animals Red has captured as a circus act. You can imagine the chagrin of Red's father an important industrialist realizes that the small animals are actually surviving aliens who have traveled to this world to open up an interstellar trade relationship. There are lots of possibilities here, so listen along as Darla Middlebrook transports us to the world of Isaac Asimov. Members Reviews: An Asimov Classic With a Poor Reader Any additional comments? I might have enjoyed this one a little more had the reader been even a LITTLE better than she was. (Check out the audio sample to see what I mean.) There were times where I honestly would not have been able to decipher what emotion she was going for had there not been the context that surrounded it. Very odd. That aside, this is yet ANOTHER great short story of Asimov's that, as usual, is completely unique. The story is told through 3 separate view points which each compliment one another instead of confusing matters. It's funny, although I have read quite a few collections of this author's works (especially in the short-story format), I had never come across this one until now. Nothing SPECTACULAR, but definitely worth checking out if you like any of Asimov's other material. 8.4 / 10 Great Story A classic Sci-Fi story, short, and fun, I enjoyed it. AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY

Figures of Earth Audiobook by James Branch Cabell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Branch Cabell) — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 03:22:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Figures of Earth Subtitle: A Comedy of Appearances Author: James Branch Cabell Narrator: Robert Blumenfeld Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 09-25-12 Publisher: Neil Gaiman Presents Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Award-winning author, narrator, and screenwriter Neil Gaiman personally selected this book, and, using the tools of the Audiobook Creation Exchange (ACX), cast the narrator and produced this work for his audiobook label, Neil Gaiman Presents. A few words from Neil on Figures of Earth: "After a first round of very strong but not quite perfect auditions, I told the actors that 'the most important thing with Cabell is being able to deadpan a joke. The books are written by a Virginia Gentleman who is capable of making the dirtiest of dirty jokes with a straight face, and who is writing High Fantasy and Poetry, too.' Robert Blumenfeld captured the accent and wit of a man who corresponded with H.L. Mencken, Sinclair Lewis, and in his lifetime counted Mark Twain among his fans!" Figures of Earth, subtitled "A Comedy of Appearances", follows the vicissitudes of Dom Manuel the Redeemer from his lowly swineherd origins through his unlikely elevation to the Count of Poictesme, and beyond. Published in 1921, it was the second volume of The Biography of Manuel, Cabells great work about an imaginary land that also managed to skewer the world of his upbringing as a Southern Gentleman of Virginia, and nearly everything else, besides! Poor Manuel starts out life as a lowly swineherd, but rises to become the famous Dom Manuel, the legendary, even mythic, hero of many of Cabells novels. He begins, like the simpleton in "Jack in the Beanstalk" and other folktales, by taking literally his mothers advice to go out and make a figure in the world and makes Figures of clay. But Manuel turns out to be a master of guile, a trickster hero, if you will. His guiding motto is: The world wishes to be deceived. Learn more about and . Members Reviews: To be read many times This is one of his shorter novels, but incredibly rich from beginning to end. I don't consider it inferior to any of his books. Some readers will be completely befuddled by his references to obscure mytholigies, his strange spelling of what turn out to be familiar names, and his use of anagrams. My recomendation is to read it. If the names of gods and queens have no resonance, read them as characters in the novel. Don't waste time looking for Manuel's County on a map. This is a fantasy grounded firmly in a fantatsic view of history and human nature and human mythlogy. At some point something may click. It's not like a secret being revealed; it's just another layer to the story. One of the central dynamics is the contrast between youth and age. This alone may inspire a re-reading. Some may be put off by Cabell's jaundiced view of humanity, its strivings, and its hypocricies. Others may be put off by the clear immoralty of its characters and its raucous blending of fantasy and history. Don't feel sorry for such people; they cause more misery than they suffer. Brace Yourself for Wonder Absolutely a must eat relevant to ur times. A superb word smith creation. well done This reading like that of Jurgen was exceptionally well done. Both of these I would categorize as remarkable nonsense of the most useful nature. Crazy great story, my personal favorite of Cabell, of course I have not read it all.

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (Dramatised) Audiobook by Robert M. Pirsig

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert M. Pirsig) — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 20:42:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (Dramatised) Author: Robert M. Pirsig Narrator: James Purefoy Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-12 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: James Purefoy stars in this BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation of Robert M. Pirsig's multi-million best-selling philosophical novel. One of the most important and influential books of the past half-century, Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance tells the iconic story of a father and son's motorcycle trip across America in the 1960s. Yet it also describes a personal and philosophical journey, asking questions along the way about how to live a meaningful life. Now dramatised for the first time by Peter Flannery (Our Friends in the North, George Gently, The Devil's Whore) and starring James Purefoy (Rome, Injustice, Ironclad), this full-cast drama adds a new and original dimension to a true modern classic. Members Reviews: I should have bought the book. pro: I liked that it was dramatized con: it was too abridged. To sum it up: create a dramatized unabridged version because what I heard was good. Very Engaging and though provoking Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? yes, the book is dramatised and it makes it very interesting to listen. The use of mild music is also soothing and adds to the drama It is not the story it claims to be! Avoid! It is not the story it claims to be! Avoid! Had to buy the real version again ... The story in this audible is wired amazing! great to hear this book again really good. I listen to this book a while back while visiting Spain. I feel like I understand the setting of the book a little more by listening this short part dramatized. def worth listening too if you like the book or audio. A good story perhaps too dramatized What made the experience of listening to Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (Dramatised) the most enjoyable? The dramatization is done quite well, and at times you can feel the emotion coming through the characters voices. Who was your favorite character and why? I wish I could say the child was my favorite character, but he seemed to be a brat. The father in present sense was perhaps not likable, due to his roughness, but you could empathize with him. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? It's very short making it a easy to listen through in a couple of hours.

At the Mountains of Madness Audiobook by HP Lovecraft

biacuaduc@gmail.com (HP Lovecraft) — Mon, 16 Dec 2013 02:29:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: At the Mountains of Madness Author: HP Lovecraft Narrator: Richard Coyle Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-13 Publisher: Spokenworld Audio/Ladbroke Audio Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 100 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: At the Mountains of Madness tells the first-person tale of geologist William Dyer, a professor from Miskatonic University in the USA. He writes to disclose hitherto unknown and closely kept secrets in the hope that he can deter a planned and much publicized scientific expedition to Antarctica. For he has been there and seen the unimaginable horrors that lay beyond the mountains. At the Mountains of Madness was written by HP Lovecraft in 1931, originally a serialised story published in Astounding Stories magazine in the US. While considered by fans to be part of the Cthulhu Mythos stories that HPL is most famous for, some academics argue that the author was actually demythologising much of his earlier work. Whichever it is, the story is massively popular, and there are talks of a movie adaptation by Steven Spielberg and Guillermo Del Toro in the offing. This 2010 adaptation comprises 5 episodes, originally aired on BBC Radio 4 Extra, and offered here in exclusive Extended Editions. Members Reviews: An essential to the cthulhu mythos. Firstly, the readers performance in this and his reading of the shadow over innsmouth was outstanding. These audio books are also a perfect example of how an orchestral track should be used to improve a recording. the addition of radio static, and howling arctic winds during parts of the story made for a very immersive experience. As for the story itself, it contains important history regarding the old ones, as well as a first hand encounter with the thing that should not be, making this an essential listen for any fan of the cthulhu mythos. Brilliant in story and production value Where does At the Mountains of Madness rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? One of the best IMHO. The production values are the best you can get for HP Lovecraft audio retellings. The narration is top notch and the background music and eerie sound effects that provide for and set the mood of a disturbingly desolate landscape (for which this story relies upon for its setting) is fantastic beyond words, again IMHO. As for the story well it's one of HP Lovecraft's best works and part of the awesome Cthulhu mythos. What was one of the most memorable moments of At the Mountains of Madness? The entire story is memorable however if I had to pick a point in the story I'd say it's chapter 2 and beyond in this audio tale because this is when you get into the meat of the story and the disturbing and fascinating Cthulhu mythos. What does Richard Coyle bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? His narration and pattern of speech for this story sets the perfect mood and tempo for this audio tale. This audio tale puts the listener on a path that demonstrates the greatness of HP Lovecraft's work. Alongside the chilling feeling you get from listening to this wonderfully fascinating yet disturbing story that is very well produced and delightfully narrated. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Gothic Horror Sci-Fi Any additional comments? I want more from this producer and performer. Richard Coyle is awesome.

The Grapes of Wrath (Dramatised) Audiobook by John Steinbeck

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Steinbeck) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:18:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Grapes of Wrath (Dramatised) Author: John Steinbeck Narrator: Robert Sheehan, Michelle Fairley, Zubin Varla Format: Original Recording Length: 2 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-13 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Set against the backdrop of America's Great Depression and Dust Bowl, a family of farmers from Oklahoma head west in search of work, only to discover thousands like them are also on the move. Following a violent altercation with some locals, they head back on the road with their dream of a promised land in tatters. And life is set to get much worse for the Joads.... John Steinbeck's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about economic migration and the endurance of the human spirit is dramatized by Donna Franceschild and directed by Kirsty Williams. Members Reviews: Soap Opera Would you try another book from John Steinbeck and/or the narrators? I liked the dramatized version but would not read another book by John Steinbeck. It was really boring to read so that's why I got an audio book. What could John Steinbeck have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? The topic just wasn't for me. The accents distracted from the story line, though they were realistic. Which scene was your favorite? The dancing scenes. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Perhaps, just because it gives a good feel for the time. Probably not in theaters but at home. Any additional comments? The unfortunate thing about the dramatized version is that it cuts out a lot of the book but it makes it more enjoyable to have the drama.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Audiobook by Washington Irving, Jerry Robbins (dramatization)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Washington Irving) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:07:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Subtitle: A Radio Dramatization Author: Washington Irving, Jerry Robbins (dramatization) Narrator: Jerry Robbins, The Colonial Radio Players Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-11 Publisher: The Colonial Radio Theatre on Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 94 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Ichabod Crane, a lanky, lean, superstitious school master, arrives to teach the children of Sleepy Hollow. As he vies for the attention of the lovely Katrina Van Tassel, his rival for her attention is the town rowdy, Brom Bones. Brom tries to scare Ichabod away with local superstitions and ghost tales. And soon enough, the ill-fated schoolmaster encounters a terrifying legend come to life: the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow. Meticulously adapted to stay true to the mood and flavor of the book Washington Irving is most famous for, this Colonial Radio presentation won the Charles Ogle Award for the Best Fantasy Production of 2005. Members Reviews: Return of the Classic! Another quality performance by the Colonial Radio Players. Faithful to Washington Irving's original story, the first American fairy tale comes to life in such a way as to feel like the audio was stripped from an animated production. With original music and sound effects, this is a performance best listened to by the light of a single candle so as to add to the ambiance. Hard to hear dialogue... Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? Despite the great performance by the voice actors, the dialogue was hard to distinguish from the excessive ambient sounds and background music. Too bad as I love this story, as well as other offerings from Colonial Radio. So no, my time and money were wasted on this occasion. Who was your favorite character and why? Crane was done well. Which scene was your favorite? The opening was confusing...then just weird...but when you realize what is going on, it is really quite chilling! Do you think The Legend of Sleepy Hollow needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No. It is a standalone classic. Not in need of a sequel. Any additional comments? Maybe it's the speakers in my Kindle...I dislike giving a bad review for such a great company. If you have better sound equipment you might be fine with the dialogue. Very Faithful Adaptation Large portions of this adaptation are taken directly from Washington Irving's text. The first few pages and the ending are nearly unabridged readings. In-between, sentences are quoted verbatim as the structure follows closely the original story. The dramatized portions include songs (similar to the Disney animated adaptation) and other whimsy as well as sound effects and music. The thrilling finale is read with suitably theatrical gusto and is completely unabridged from the original text. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is perhaps the ultimate Halloween story, and this rendition does it proud. Very entertaining Who was your favorite character and why? James as he was very intelligent, sensible and down to earth. Which character as performed by Jerry Robbins and The Colonial Radio Players was your favorite? All the characters were performed brilliantly. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Some humour and most enjoyable due to the presentation. Any additional comments? I love this radio performance format and the sound effects are so realistic it's a treat. Caught by the Hessian! Jerry Robbins and the Colonial Radio Theater have created an outstanding example of radio drama capturing Washington Irving's shadowy tale of marauding ghosts and goblins.

Classic English and Irish Dramas starring Laurence Olivier and John Gielgud, Volume 3 Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theatre Royal) — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 08:26:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Classic English and Irish Dramas starring Laurence Olivier and John Gielgud, Volume 3 Author: Theatre Royal, Oscar Wilde Narrator: Laurence Olivier Format: Original Recording Length: 40 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-11 Publisher: Heritage Media Ltd Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Fully restored and remastered, Heritage Media presents the greatest of vintage artists in classic dramas from English and Irish Literature. Here is the legendary Laurence Olivier starring in The Canterville Ghost, adapted from the original tale by Oscar Wilde and Laurence Olivier starring in 'Lord Arthur Savill's Crime' adapted from the original tale by Oscar Wilde. Theatre Royal is a unique series of classic radio dramas produced in the 1950's by the late Harry Alan Towers. Starring the leading theatre artists of the day it is the only series of radio dramas in which Laurence Olivier ever appeared. He was joined by Ralph Richardson, John Gielgud, Orson Welles, Robert Morley, John Mills, Michael Redgrave, Trevor Howard, Robert Donut, Alec Guinness and Margaret Lockwood. Over the Years, Theatre Royal has received a glittering array of accolades, including: vivid, tense, and compressed.( Classic radio) Great fun to listen to and, as radio history, they are unsurpassed. (Sunday Telegraph) Voices like these justify the Golden Days tag. We won't hear their like again. (Sunday Times) A must for archive fans. The excitement of vintage radio drama with strong storylines. (Radio Times.) Editorial Reviews: On this lovingly restored and remastered third volume of Classic English and Irish Dramas, the legendary British actor Sir Laurence Olivier regales listeners with stellar performances in two Theatre Royal dramatizations of stories by the stupendous writer Oscar Wilde. In "The Canterville Ghost", Olivier displays his comedic side as a spirit who fails to frighten the family whom he is haunting. The consummate thespian then beguiles as the title character in "Lord Arthur Saviles Crime", a madcap romp featuring a cast of eccentric high-society characters.

For Whom the Bell Tolls Audiobook by Ernest Hemingway

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ernest Hemingway) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 13:22:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: For Whom the Bell Tolls Subtitle: Retro Audio (Dramatised): Retro Audio Author: Ernest Hemingway Narrator: Gary Cooper, Ingrid Bergman, Full cast Format: Abridged Length: 59 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-09 Publisher: Andrews UK Limited Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: One of the Classic Radio Theatre productions you will want to listen to over and over again! Members Reviews: SACRILEDGE What would have made For Whom the Bell Tolls better? Straight narration. Or better actors. How did the narrator detract from the book? It's hard to know where to begin ... the dramatisation is appalling in every aspect. Totally ruined one of my favourite books. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? No Any additional comments? This version should not be for sale

Age of Innocence (Dramatised) Audiobook by Edith Wharton, Jane Rogers (dramatisation)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Edith Wharton) — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 01:14:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Age of Innocence (Dramatised) Author: Edith Wharton, Jane Rogers (dramatisation) Narrator: Andrew Wincott, Susanne Bertish Format: Original Recording Length: 1 hr and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-10 Publisher: BBC Worldwide Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: A full-cast dramatisation of Edith Wharton's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel about a passionate love affair that breaks all the rules of the restrictive high society of 1870s New York. In the exclusive world of upper-class New York, in which attendance at balls and dinners passes for occupation, Newland Archer anticipates his marriage to May Welland, a beautiful young girl from a suitable family who knows nothing and expects everything. Into this well-ordered community Mays cousin, the captivating and exotic Countess Olenska, arrives. She has returned from Europe after the collapse of her marriage and alternately enchants and outrages New York society with her cosmopolitan lifestyle. Newland is sympathetic to her escape from a loveless marriage, and as his sympathy deepens into love he not only gains insight into the brutality of societys treatment of women, but also discovers the real anguish of loving outside its rules. Dramatised by Jane Rogers, starring Andrew Wincott and Susanne Bertish. Members Reviews: Beautifully done This is a fine, fine adaptation of a loved work. The acting is first class, although perhaps some American ears might find the accents imperfect. Its too short, and that's why it has a 4 and not 5 stars, but it is really excellent and true to the text and the original work. A very serious effort. I heard it on BBC Radio 4 when it came out, and I was delighted it was available for purchase soon afterward. Really happy to have this in my library. brendan

A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court Audiobook by Mark Twain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Twain) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:33:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court Author: Mark Twain Narrator: NBC Theater Format: Original Recording Length: 56 mins Language: English Release date: 06-22-10 Publisher: Saland Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Mark Twain's story of Hank Morgan, a 19th-century resident of Hartford, Connecticut, who, after a blow to the head, awakens to find himself inexplicably transported back in time to early medieval England at the time of the legendary King Arthur. Members Reviews: Clever adaptation, but I still own the Simon & Schuster audio cassette tape of this NBC Theatre production, and it is superior in many respects. In the Audible adaptation, there is a spot where the audio glitches out; as my 30+ year old cassette tape is still clear and intact, I don't see an excuse for audio glitches to be present in this version. If you can overlook what amounts to a ten second hiccough in the recording (fairly early on), this is a fun adaptation. NBC did a great job with the production, and Wally Maher makes an excellent Yankee. Great story I had some trouble understanding the north eastern accent of the Yankee. Also the tone was not very clear. I think it is probably a very good production but I did have trouble understanding and hearing everything over the music as well. Fun and educational Very fun Exciting and very funny loved this book so much it is abridged so be carefull when referencing it

Classic American Dramas Starring Laurence Olivier, Volume 2 Audiobook by Theatre Royal, Bret Harte

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theatre Royal) — Fri, 22 Apr 2011 02:19:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/783/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Classic American Dramas Starring Laurence Olivier, Volume 2 Author: Theatre Royal, Bret Harte Narrator: Laurence Olivier Format: Original Recording Length: 54 mins Language: English Release date: 04-22-11 Publisher: Heritage Media Ltd Genres: Classics, American Literature Publisher's Summary: Fully restored and remastered, Heritage Media presents the greatest of vintage artists in classic dramas of the early Americas. Here is the legendary Laurence Olivier starring in The Luck of Roaring Camp, adapted from the original tale by Bret Harte and The Outcasts of Poker Flat also adapted by Bret Harte. Theatre Royal is a unique series of classic radio dramas produced in the 1950's by the late Harry Alan Towers. Starring the leading theatre artists of the day it is the only series of radio dramas in which Laurence Olivier ever appeared. He was joined by Ralph Richardson, John Gielgud, Orson Welles, Robert Morley, John Mills, Michael Redgrave, Trevor Howard, Robert Donut, Alec Guinness and Margaret Lockwood. Over the Years, Theatre Royal has received a glittering array of accolades, including: vivid, tense, and compressed.( Classic radio) Great fun to listen to and, as radio history, they are unsurpassed. (Sunday Telegraph) Voices like these justify the Golden Days tag. We won't hear their like again. (Sunday Times) A must for archive fans. The excitement of vintage radio drama with strong storylines. (Radio Times.) Editorial Reviews: The Theatre Royal presents Classic American Dramas Starring Laurence Olivier is a delightful restoration of a historical treasure. Laurence Olivier stars in two separate radio dramas, each adapted for the radio waves by Bret Harte. Known for his legendary Shakespeare performances, Oliviers timeless and stately voice elevates these golden-age radio plays into performances to be cherished by both Olivier fans and casual listeners alike. Performances such as this only serve to affirm Oliviers revered reputation as one of the greatest voice actors of all time.