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Nana Audiobook by Emile Zola

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emile Zola) — Mon, 07 Mar 2005 06:53:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nana Author: Emile Zola Narrator: Walter Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 03-07-05 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 86 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Zola's novels were attacked and even banned for their frankness and sordid detail, causing quite a bit of controversy in their day, with their strong emphasis on the unpleasant and unglamorous side of life. The underbelly of 19th century life was a theme for several of its authors, notably Dickens in English. Because of its film versions (which are considerably toned down) and its controversial subject matter, Nana is Zola's best known novel. It is the story of a prostitute in Paris just before the Franco-Prussian War of 1870. Editorial Reviews: Emile Zola was a master of naturalism, a 19th-century literary movement that used realism to show how people are affected by class and other social conditions. His novel Nana was derived from this approach and was a cultural phenomenon when first published, in 1880. The product of Paris slums, Nana Coupeau goes from a young prostitute to a showgirl. All the while, she seduces men and eventually destroys them. Throughout the story, Zola asks whether Nana is a cold-blooded user of these men or the one being exploited. Walter Zimmermans mid-Atlantic English and dry delivery, similar to a radio news anchor, suits this anthropological study of a woman of "ill repute". Members Reviews: A classic It's a pity people who are just trolling for a page turner sometimes rent books they can't handle. Perhaps the bad reviewers of this book should stick to bestsellers. This is a magnificent book and extremely well read. It may not be to everyone's taste but it is fascinating and intricate. Besides giving you a slice of Second Empire Paris and its night life, it has characters you care about, and makes you want to know what happens next, which are my two measures of a good story. No no What a disappointment. The narrator is reading the book, and not acting. there is no change in his inflections or accents as he changes characters and I nearly fell asleep several times. Yawn. I gave up after chapter 5 so this is not a reflection on the book, only upon this presentation. Tedious This title is a poor choice as an audio book. Zola's tedious and precise language is not very suitable to be heard, and the reader's monotone voice makes this a dull, unenjoyable title. I wish... I wish that I had read the two extant reviews before I purchased this. I fully agree with their assessments. Or, just as wise--I wish that I had sampled the audio before. He really does read much too slowly and monotonously. Because of this disappointing audiobook I now always try a sample before buying. I really love Zola and was so looking forward to this. I gave it two tries of less than an hour before ditching. But i do recommend Germinal in audiobook. icky I didn't enjoy this book on so many levels. The characters are the most unsympathetic lot you could ever have the bad fortune to spend 18 hours with. I couldn't decide if their conduct reminded me more of the impulse control of preschoolers, the backbiting and cattiness of middle school, or the predatory social interactions of a frat party--maybe all of the above, with sex for sale added in. The novel doesn't have the semblance of a plot until about a third of the way in, which makes the first third very slow going, especially since it introduces a plethora of characters that is takes a long time to sort out.

A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Audiobook by James Joyce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Joyce) — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:35:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man Author: James Joyce Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 01-25-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: In this largely autobiographical coming-of-age story, James Joyce describes the awakening young mind of a middle-class Irish Catholic boy named Stephen Dedalus. The story follows Stephens development from his early troubled boyhood through an adolescent crisis of faithpartially inspired by the famous hellfire sermon preached by Father Arnall, and partly by the guilt of his own precocious sexual adventuresto his discovery of his ultimate destiny as a poet. Written in a unique voice that reflects the age and emotional state of its protagonist, the novel explores questions of origin and source, authority and authorship, and the relationship of an artist to his family, culture, and race. With richly symbolic language and a boldly original style, this most personal of Joyces works confirms his place as one of the worlds greatest writers. Critic Reviews: So profound and beautiful and convincing a book is part of the lasting literature of our ageIn it is the promise of that new literaturenew both in form and contentthat will be the classics of tomorrow. (Herbert Gorman) "By far the most living and convincing picture that exists of an Irish Catholic upbringing. The technique is startling...A most memorable novel." (H. G. Wells) Members Reviews: Tough one to absorb in audio form The language is a crucial part and there's not much of a narrative, so this one is tough to do as an audio book.

Dante's Inferno Audiobook by iMinds

biacuaduc@gmail.com (iMinds) — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 03:53:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dante's Inferno Subtitle: The Arts Author: iMinds Narrator: Joel Richards Format: Unabridged Length: 8 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Learn about the story of Dantes Inferno with iMinds insightful knowledge series. Midway upon the journey of our life, I found myself in a forest dark, For the straightforward pathway had been lost. So begins the classic text of the Inferno, a medieval poem written in 14th century Italy. Along with its sequels, Purgatorio and Paradiso, it makes up the classic Divine Comedy. But what is the poem about? In the Inferno, the narrator of the tale travels through hell. This may strike the modern reader as a very strange premise for a story, but for medieval Europeans, religious texts were in abundance. Medieval Europe was characterised by devout Christianity, and so the Inferno concerns a Christian idea of what hell would be like. As the poem is religious, it is highly allegorical. So there are not many characters that the reader gets to know very well. However, the narrator is an important exception to this. Members Reviews: Watch out, not the book. Was not worth the bu, thought it would be the actual dantes inferno book or a summary, nope 8mins of a guy talking about the book.

Le Misanthrope Livre Audio par Molière

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Molière) — Wed, 20 Dec 2017 07:26:47 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Le Misanthrope Auteur: Molière Narrateur: Michel Bouquet, Renaud Mary, Geneviève Page, Jacques Castelot, Patrice Galbeau Format: Original Recording Durée: 45 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 12-20-17 Éditeur: Compagnie du Savoir Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: La pièce : Alceste, un grand seigneur encore très jeune, intelligent, fanatique du vrai, coléreux, atrabilaire, méprisant les hypocrisies mondaines, s'est épris d'une coquette, veuve à 20 ans. Il espère l'arracher à la frivolité des salons comme aux hommages de tous ceux qui la convoitent, obtenir d'elle un véritable amour. Célimène l'estime, elle a de l'affection pour lui, mais elle volette sans cesse devant tous, éblouissante, insaisissable, sans que jamais il ne puisse même la rencontrer seul à seule pour lui demander ses sentiments réels, un engagement définitif. Le jeu a trop duré. Alceste entend avoir aujourd'hui une explication décisive. L'obtiendra-t-il ? Sans cesse, des "fâcheux" s'interposent. Alceste envoie même à tous les diables son ami Philinte, dont les complaisances et la sagesse résignée l'irritent ce matin plus que jamais. A-t-il voulu se moquer constamment d'Alceste, nous rendre sensibles avant tout à ses ridicules ? Nous propose-t-il Philinte comme un modèle ? Critiques et comédiens n'ont pas cessé d'en discuter depuis trois siècles. Les circonstances de l'écriture du Misanthrope : 1665-1666, sombre période pour Molière. Il est malade et doit renoncer à jouer pour une longue période. Il essaie sans succès d'obtenir l'autorisation de jouer le Tartuffe en représentations publiques. Dom Juan reste interdit ; son mariage enfin n'est pas heureux, Armande a deux ans de moins que lui et lui fait sentir. Molière écrit donc le Misanthrope , son chef-d'œuvre. La pièce est créée le 4 juin, et Armande, sa femme, y joue le rôle de Célimène. ©2017 Compagnie du Savoir (P)2017 Compagnie du Savoir

The Stories of I.L. Peretz Audiobook by I.L. Peretz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (I.L. Peretz) — Fri, 22 Jul 2005 12:59:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Stories of I.L. Peretz Author: I.L. Peretz Narrator: George Guidall, Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-22-05 Publisher: JCC Audio Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This collection features the classic tales "If Not Higher", "Bontsche Schvayg", and "Three Gifts", a brand new translation of "All for a Pinch of Snuff", and a wonderful essay on this great writer and his times by Harvard Professor Ruth Wisse, author of The Modern Jewish Canon.

How It Is Audiobook by Samuel Beckett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Samuel Beckett) — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 07:02:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: How It Is Author: Samuel Beckett Narrator: Dermot Crowley Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 02-17-17 Publisher: Ukemi Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: How It Is, a landmark in 20th century literature, is one of the most challenging of Samuel Beckett's early novels. He published it first in French in 1961 and then in his own translation in 1964. He explained in a letter that it was the outpouring of a "'man' lying panting in the mud and dark murmuring his 'life' as he hears it obscurely uttered by a voice inside him.... The noise of his panting fills his ears and it is only when this abates that he can catch and murmur forth a fragment of what is being stated within...." It is written in short paragraphs without punctuation. Fragments of expression pour out, of memories, intentions, emotions. It is testing to read on the page, but in this extraordinary recording by Dermot Crowley, How It Is becomes more accessible and comprehensible than ever before. It is, from the start, mesmerizing, and as the character of the protagonist emerges through his words, moments of aggression, of tenderness, of loss and hopelessness become increasingly affecting. The novel is divided into three parts, as the opening paragraph indicates: 'How it was I quote before Pim with Pim after Pim how it is three parts I say it as I hear it [Paragraph] voice once without quaqua on all sides then in me when the panting stops tell me again finish telling me/invocation.' Members Reviews: Amazing performance A text that gains a new dimension when heard. The performance is in itself the offering of an interpretation: one possible way of organizing the phrases. The performance here goes a long way in illuminating Beckett's pathos and humor.

Oblomov Audiobook by I. A. Goncharov

biacuaduc@gmail.com (I. A. Goncharov) — Thu, 31 Jul 2014 20:29:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Oblomov Author: I. A. Goncharov Narrator: Vjacheslav Gerasimov Format: Original Recording Length: 17 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Roman Oblomov (1859), zavoevav ogromnyj uspeh, sprovociroval burnye spory. Storonniki odnogo mnenija traktovali oblomovshhinu kak simvol kosnosti Rossii s sovershenno inertnym i apatichnym glavnym geroem romana. Drugie videli v romane filosofskoe osmyslenie russkogo nacional'nogo haraktera, osobogo nravstvennogo puti, protivostojashhego suete vsepogloshhajushhego progressa. Nezavisimo ot literaturnoj kritiki, my imeem vozmozhnost' soprikosnut'sja s tonkim psihologicheskim risunkom, dushevnoj glubinoj geroja, mjagkim jumorom i lirizmom avtora. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Critic Reviews: Roman Oblomov (1859), zavoevav ogromnyj uspeh, sprovociroval burnye spory. Storonniki odnogo mnenija traktovali oblomovshhinu kak simvol kosnosti Rossii s sovershenno inertnym i apatichnym glavnym geroem romana. Drugie videli v romane filosofskoe osmyslenie russkogo nacional'nogo haraktera, osobogo nravstvennogo puti, protivostojashhego suete vsepogloshhajushhego progressa. Nezavisimo ot literaturnoj kritiki, my imeem vozmozhnost' soprikosnut'sja s tonkim psihologicheskim risunkom, dushevnoj glubinoj geroja, mjagkim jumorom i lirizmom avtora. Members Reviews: Part 2 is missing. What disappointed you about Oblomov? Part 2 is missing. There are 4 parts of the book and whole part 2 is missing. Please fix it. Loved this story!!! Performance is a bit theatrical, but I loved everything about this story! Carries with it a great life lesson. 19 , ! . . Highly recommended!

The Aran Islands Audiobook by J. M. Synge

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. M. Synge) — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 13:00:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Aran Islands Author: J. M. Synge Narrator: Donal Donnelly Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-17-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: J.M. Synge, one of the greatest English language playwrites of the 20th century, immortalized the Aran Islands and its people with vivid written portraits that are among the greatest in modern literature. Synges vibrant language and earthy themes breathtakingly capture the folklore and way of life that has since perished on these remote northern islands. As an aspiring writer in 1897, Synge was commanded by William Butler Yeats to, Go to the Aran Islands. Live there as one of the people themselves; express a life that has never found expression. Synge captures his first four visits to the islands in this magical book. However, their influence continued to permeate his work, including The Playboy of the Western World. Filled with the exuberant energy of an artist coming into his own, The Aran Islands provides an unforgettable look at a land that holds Irelands ancestral language, culture and uncorrupted heart. Synges lyrical glimpses into the past, coupled with Donal Donnellys rich, lilting voice transports listeners to these tiny Emerald Islands. Editorial Reviews: The Aran Islands are a tiny cluster of Irish-speaking lands off the western coast of Ireland, far removed from Irelands cultural and literary center. John Millington Synge, one of the wild boys of Irish writing, took a trip to the islands in 1898 on advice from William Butler Yeats. Soon after, he published "his first serious piece of work", this memoir of life on the traditional islands. Performed in a beautifully rolling Irish tenor by Donal Donnelly, The Aran Islands treats the listener to "long-legged pigs...playing in the surf", sweeping fogs, and a cast of unforgettable, rustic characters. A fresh memory in its time, The Aran Islands now has the whisper of elegy. Dont skip the introduction by the late contemporary master, Frank McCourt. Members Reviews: A glimpse of civilization's primitive past Any additional comments? This book is a very dark glimpse into a dying world that once existed through all of human civilization. Fairies and giants and ghost ships are as much a part of these people's real world as is God and the police who come onto the islands to kick people out of their homes. I do wonder, however, what Synge's intention was to portray these people as being so simple. He does admire their skill with the boats but he spends so much time with old men who tell tales that have no point that it's easy to think the whole island lives and thinks as these old men do. Yet the young men, Michael in particular, leaves the islands to find work elsewhere because he knows there is no future on those grey, wet rocks. And the other danger is that we get pulled into a nostalgic portrait of the islands that never really existed outside of the imaginations of these old men. Still, there are moments that are quite beautiful and telling as to how things really are on the Aran Islands. First is the priest, whom we never meet but are always told about braving the rough sees day after day and risking his life as he tends to his flock. Though we never meet this man, I couldn't get the image out of my head of a man dressed in priest's black, standing upright on a small boat tumbling upon the waves in a fierce gale. I would love to have heard his story. The other telling moment was for the funeral of the young man.

Viaje al centro de la tierra [Journey to the Center of the Earth] Audio Libro por Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 16:56:21 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Viaje al centro de la tierra [Journey to the Center of the Earth] Autor: Jules Verne Narrador: Antonio Ramírez Formato: Unabridged Duración: 7 hrs and 55 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-19-17 Editor: Editorial Libervox Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: El profesor Lidenbrock, que une a su condición de verdadero sabio una terquedad sin límites, descifra un viejo pergamino devolviendo pacientemente su sentido a los incomprensibles signos que en él se contienen. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Desconozco cómo es el libro en su lengua original, ... Desconozco cómo es el libro en su lengua original, pero la traducción parece fiel a un estilo anticuado. Es delicioso leer palabras que en mi castellano están en desuso. El texto tiene ciertos errores de tipografía. Si se supera el tono inicial del libro, el ritmo, como de otra época (lento, detallista, lleno de descripciones primorosas) se lee bastante fácil hasta el final. Es un clásico. un excelente libro si pero la impresión o fotocopiado es horrible.. pésimo pésimo .... un excelente libro si pero la impresión o fotocopiado es horrible ... las palabras tienen letras tan pegadas que aveces cuesta entender ... el formato un basura ... no no no me gusto para nada ... estoy muy molesta con este Simplemente Julio Verne... extraordinario... Una lectura que te transportará a un mundo extraordinario y te hará vivir una aventura al estilo Verne. Extremeley bad conditioned book Extremeley bad conditioned book. The letters are awful and the book looks like a bad and cheap copy. I am very disapointed! I will give it one start to submit the comment but even 1 is too much... Five Stars Great book, nice format

Demian Audiobook by Hermann Hesse

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hermann Hesse) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:53:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Demian Author: Hermann Hesse Narrator: Michael A. Smith Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-12 Publisher: Michael A. Smith Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 36 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The passionate account of a young man's growing awareness of his own identity, of his involvement in the secret and dangerous world of petty crime, and how, influenced by a precocious schoolmate, he rebels against convention and discovers not only the great joy of independence, but his own new powers for good and evil. ©1919 Hermann Hesse (P)2012 Michael A. Smith Members Reviews: i came here because of kpop i came here because of bts and i ended up enjoying the story more than i thought i would. would listen/read again. Enchanting What does Michael A. Smith bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I read the book in college, and Mr. Smith's voice makes the story flow. One can listen to the story without any distraction. Read the book, skip this audio What did you like best about Demian? What did you like least? I never write a bad review. But this masterpiece of a book is ruined here. Worst narration I've ever encountered, and the translation is also inferior. What was one of the most memorable moments of Demian? 'Demian' is a beautiful and powerful book, breaching spiritual and existential complexities that are still confounding and taboo in our current culture. It's profound, mystical, erotic and communicates highly esoteric topics expertly and poetically. How could the performance have been better? The narrator mispronounces words that any school child would know, and speaks for the characters in absurd affectations of voice. His inflection is monotone and unintelligent. Not suitable for such an important book. The reading was so bad I couldn't listen What disappointed you about Demian? Wow. I hated the way this was read. I found it listenable! I guess I'll read the book. What didnt you like about Michael A. Smiths performance? It was monotonous and depressing. To me, it sounded like someone being forced to read out loud in junior high school. Any additional comments? Please, someone else record this book! Stunning Story The story is amazingly written and Michael A. Smith did an amazing job narrating it! I lived in a dream world while listening to it

The Vicar of Wakefield Audiobook by Oliver Goldsmith

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Oliver Goldsmith) — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 15:49:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vicar of Wakefield Author: Oliver Goldsmith Narrator: Nicholas Farrell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-01-14 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: First published in 1766 and a perennial favorite since then, The Vicar of Wakefield is built around the naïve but loveable figure of Dr Primrose. He and his family live in rural bliss until disaster threatens to destroy their happiness: abduction, impoverishment, and betrayal combine to lay them low, but a surprising figure brings hope when all seems lost. Members Reviews: Well narrated classic novel The Vicar of Wakefield is a delightful book (from the late 18th or early 19th century), by Oliver Goldsmith (here narrated by Nicolas Farrell) that has held up as an engaging melodrama over a couple of centuries. The story concerns the Rev. Doctor Primrose and his family as they go from fortune to ruin, from living well to living precariously--typical of many stories of that time. If it seems a little predictable to us now, I suspect it was cherished by those who were reading it for the first time. The story shows Rev. Primrose having to find ways to manage one crisis after another--whether losing his income, having his daughter fall into a bad situation, or people who are not what they seem. Throughout it all, he appears always to hold on to his optimism, indeed, others have likened him to (the Book of) Job in the Bible. Although less sophisticated than most of what we read these days, the story still is a good listen--and a reminder of what kind of stories used to excite an audience. (And by the way, there is much to take from it for our current times as well--certain human characteristics don't change that much). There is good tension among the characters, and certainly everything moves quickly--from one dilemma to the next. The Rev. Primrose and other characters are like the players in many novels of the time, in that they are, for the most part, rather two-dimensional. Nicolas Farrell has done a very good job of bringing a fresh reading to us--and that is easily one of the best parts of this recording. If you are just yearning to have a fun read from the classics, this is quite good. Hohum Not much if you compare it to a dickens or a Trollope And the reader was beyond tiresome Excellant Audiobook This is an unexpected treat. Was not too sure if I should buy it, now very glad I did. I like stories of the past, anything from 12th C to 19th C. They give you a sense of how people thought, morals, & society in general. Too many areas of the story to pin down to one specific moment. So much of interest happening in this. Nicholas Farrell's calm melodious narration is why this book works for me. He takes you through the story in a good clear voice , with enough variation in tone to smoothly keep you interested to the very end. Genuine feel good story BEWARE plot spoilers. This book is at times very funny, and at others very sad. The titular Vicar and his family descend from good standing and wealth, to near poverty. They lose their children's reputations to wicked seducers, other children to death, nearly all perish when their house is burned to the ground, get swindled regularly by tricksters, and end up in a debtors prison. However at the end, all is restored, and more, with even a dead child coming back to life! The vicar 'narrates' the book, so all opinions are given via him, showing his thoughts about his wife, his situation etc with a slightly skewed but funny view point.

Nana (Rougon-Macquart 9) Livre Audio par Émile Zola

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Émile Zola) — Fri, 31 Jul 2015 08:60:14 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Nana (Rougon-Macquart 9) Auteur: Émile Zola Narrateur: Victor Vestia Format: Unabridged Durée: 16 hrs and 39 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 07-31-15 Éditeur: SonoBook Evaluation: 4.5 sur 5 sur 6 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Dans ce roman, on découvre une société dominée par le plaisir et l'argent, le milieu du théâtre parisien au 19ème siècle et de la prostitution, celui de l'aristocratie et de la grande bourgeoisie. À travers le personnage de Nana, jolie fille du ruisseau, prostituée et comédienne sans talent devenue célèbre courtisane, Zola décrit la déchéance d'une femme, et celle de la bonne société qui lui apporte ses amants, mais aussi la fin du Second Empire, qui se rue avec insouciance vers la guerre et la débâcle. Zola brûlait d'écrire Nana. "Je crois que ce sera bien raide. Je veux tout dire, et il y a des choses bien grosses. Vous serez content de la façon paternelle et bourgeoise dont je vais peindre les bonnes filles de joie." En fait de joie, l'actrice, Nana, dévore les hommes, croque les héritages et plonge les familles dans le désespoir. Belle et prodigue, elle mène une danse diabolique dans le Paris des lettres, de la finance et du plaisir. En se détruisant elle-même, elle donne le coup de grâce à une société condamnée, détestée par Zola. La fascinante description des mœurs d'une époque. © Domaine public (P)2015 Sonobook Revues par les critiques: Ils en ont dit... "Quel bouquin ! C'est raide et le bon Zola est un homme de génie !!" Gustave Flaubert Avis des membres: Des goûts et des couleurs J'ai malheureusement demandé à être remboursée pour ce livre, car le narrateur ne me convenait pas. En effet, je trouve la narration trop plate et sans émotions, sans vie. Pour comparaison dans mes goûts, j'ai bien aimé le narrateur du livre Le Parfum. Il s'agit bien sûr d'un avis très personnel. L'histoire et l'écriture ne m'ont également pas trop intéressée, ce qui ne m'a pas aidée. En effet, j'écoute actuellement un ouvrage où je ne suis pas entièrement satisfaite de la narratrice, mais le livre en lui-même me plaît relativement bien donc j'ai pu adapter mon oreille.

Kalevala: The Ancient Epic of Finland Audiobook by Elias Lonnrot, John Martin Crawford (translator)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elias Lonnrot) — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 22:43:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kalevala: The Ancient Epic of Finland Author: Elias Lonnrot, John Martin Crawford (translator) Narrator: Robert Bethune Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 03-02-11 Publisher: Freshwater Seas Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The Kalevala is the signature work of traditional Finnish culture. In story after story, it explores the human and divine world as understood by the traditional runic singers of the north. It sings of how the universe came to be, how the natural world works, how divine and supernatural worlds relate to the world of humankind, how human beings relate to each other, how good and evil and life and death function in the world. Many of the stories focus on Wainamoinen, "old and trustiy", an ancient singer, magician, and chieftain of the land of Kalevala. He plays a leading part in the struggle of the land of Kalevala against the land of Pohyola, the realm of warmth and light against the realm of cold and darkness. His brother, the blacksmith Ilmarinen, and the reckless young magician Lemminkainen, wage war with Louhi, the ancient woman, leader of the people of Pohyola. This is a war in which songs and magic are as much weapons as are swords and arrows, in which adventure can begin anywhere and victory is as much a matter of wit and ingenuity as of strength and courage. This recording is of the English translation of John Martin Crawford, which follows the original, traditional meter - the meter which Longfellow knew from the Kalevala and which he used in his famous Song of Hiawatha. In this translation, to help the listener follow the story, the names of characters and places are pronounced as they would be in English except for the leading character, Wainamoinen. Please enjoy these wonderful stories from a Nordic world of magic and adventure, of darkness and light! Members Reviews: Great Book This is John Martin Crawfords 1888 translation of the Kalevala. Though some of the language may be a little outdated it is one of the few English translations that tried to keep the original trochaic tetrameter rhyme pattern. While some may enjoy a more modern translation like Keith Bosleys 1989 translation (published by Oxford University Press), I dont think you could ask for a better translation to be read aloud. It almost becomes more of a song than a book. I love that the Kalevala not only has the warrior and magic events of a typical epic, but also some great scenes of home life such as the wedding feast. This is defiantly a book to listen too. Beer Making, Heroic Wooing, and Magical Singing! If you like epic poems like The Odyssey, if you are interested in a big influence on Tolkien (especially his Silmarillion), or if you enjoy fantasy full of exuberant imagination, you should read The Kalevala (1835/49) by Elias Lonnrot. As a doctor in the early 19th century, Lonnrot traveled around Finland listening to people singing the ancient stories of the legendary founding heroes of their land, copying the songs, and editing and assembling them into a coherent whole in 1835 and more completely in 1849.

Novelly [Russian Edition] Audiobook by Stefan Tsveyg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stefan Tsveyg) — Tue, 08 Dec 2015 10:51:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Novelly [Russian Edition] Author: Stefan Tsveyg Narrator: Grigoriy Antipenko, Vyacheslav Gerasimov, Vladimir Samoylov Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-15 Publisher: Mul'timediynoye izdatel'stvo Strel'bitskogo Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: V sbornike predstavleny izvestnyye novelly znamenitogo avstriyskogo pisatelya Stefana Tsveyga, neprevzoydennogo mastera psikhologicheskogo rasskaza:- Amok (Perevod D. M. Gorfinkelya)- Zakat odnogo serdtsa (Perevod P. S. Bernshteyn)- Smyateniye chuvstv (Perevod P. S. Bernshteyn)Eto proizvedeniya o neobyknovenno sil'nykh chuvstvakh, tolkayushchikh geroyev na podvigi i prestupleniya ... O bezumnoy strasti, nenavisti i lyubvi ... O gordosti i sposobnosti k samopozhertvovaniyu ... O terzaniyakh cheloveka, razryvayushchegosya mezhdu zhelaniyem i chuvstvom dolga, mezhdu svoyey vnutrenney prirodoy i normami obshchestva ...Blagodarya isklyuchitel'noy napryazhennosti i dramatizmu sobytiy, ostromu psikhologizmu, yarkim, neobychnym syuzhetam, novelly chitayutsya i slushayutsya na odnom dykhanii! Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

The Kill (La Curee) Audiobook by Émile Zola

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Émile Zola) — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 04:22:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kill (La Curee) Author: Émile Zola Narrator: Cate Barratt Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Émile Zola's The Kill is one part of the French author's 20-volume series about the fictitious Rougon-Macquart family during the Second French Empire, and it is rich with symbolism. Paris is awakening to unprecedented expansion, the future intoxicating, and in keeping with its penchant for excess, the aristocracy is caught up in the mad dash to devour as much of it as it can.

Drei Kriminalromane Hörbuch von Friedrich Dürrenmatt

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Friedrich Dürrenmatt) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 12:03:29 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Drei Kriminalromane Autor:: Friedrich Dürrenmatt Erzähler: Hans Korte Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 12 hrs and 3 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 11-23-11 Herausgeber: Diogenes Verlag AG Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 9 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: In "Der Richter und sein Henker" bereits todkrank, bleibt Kommissär Bärlach nicht viel Zeit, seinen ewigen Gegenspieler, den Meisterverbrecher Gastmann, zu überführen. Doch ein Mord (den nicht Gastmann begangen hat) scheint eine Möglichkeit zu bieten ... "Das Versprechen" behandelt ein ganz anderes Thema von jedoch trauriger Aktualität: Sexualverbrechen an Kindern. Verbissen ist hier Kommissär Matthäi auf der Jagd nach einem Kindermörder. Um ihn zur Strecke zu bringen, scheut er keine Gefahr. Enthalten sind die Kriminalromane: Mitglieder Bewertungen: Very well done performance Would you consider the audio edition of Drei Kriminalromane to be better than the print version? I absolutely think that it's very helpful to listen to the book. I tried to read "Der Richter und sein Henker," and stopped, because I just couldn't get into the story on my own. Hans Korte made the story's come to life and kept me listening all day long. I am native German and could understand the performance easily--the print versions were tougher to understand. I finished the books in one day at 2X speed and it feels like an accomplishment to have read something I wanted to read for a long time in such a short time. What did you like best about this story? There is a timelessness these stories. They are crime novels, but they have a timeless moral so to speak. They speak of evil, revenge, and the desire to bring justice into a world where that's not always possible. Which scene was your favorite? I'd have to say when in the third book the narrator goes into what could have become of the story if it were a film with a hero, which this book became with Heinz Ruehmann and Gert Froebe.

The Man in the Iron Mask Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Mon, 08 Dec 2014 11:33:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Man in the Iron Mask Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Geoffrey Sherman Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-14 Publisher: The Classic Collection Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The final rousing adventures of Alexandre Dumas' Three Musketeers Deep inside the dreaded Bastille, a twenty-three-year-old prisoner called merely "Philippe" has languished for eight long, dark years. He does not know his real name or what crime he is supposed to have committed. But Aramis, one of the original Three Musketeers, has bribed his way into the cell to reveal the shocking secret that has kept Philippe locked away from the world. That carefully concealed truth could topple Louis XIV, king of Francewhich is exactly Aramis' plan. A daring jailbreak, a brilliant masquerade, and a terrifying fight for the throne may make Aramis betray his sacred vow, "all for one, and one for all!" In this concluding episode of the Three Musketeers saga, the actions of Aramis and the other MusketeersAthos, Porthos, and the most dashing of them all, D'Artagnanbring either honor or disgraceand a horrifying punishment for the final loser in the battle royal. This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love. Members Reviews: Absolutely a great book, written long ago and full of dialogue What can you say. Absolutely a great book, written long ago and full of dialogue. One of my favorites. Five Stars I really like it. Love this story I have always enjoyed The Man in the Iron Mask by Dumas. The made for television version with Richard Chamberlain is one of my favorites. Reading this can be different from our more modern writers but the imagery and the way it is told is really something to take your time with and enjoy like a fine wine or delicious French dessert. This was delivered to my Kindle without any problems and I have spent many hours reading and re-reading one of my favorites. Thanks Kindle. Read the whole saga, not just this book. One of the greatest stories ever, by one of the greatest authors ever, and one of the best things I have ever read. And I have read a lot. Yes, there are typos in the text that were slightly annoying, but it did not in the least diminish the brilliance of Dumas' writing. If you think you are going to get the stories portrayed on film, you will soon be disabused of that idea. You will get so much more. I am still in awe of this literary masterpiece, meaning the entire epic from start to finish. Great, nothing else to say What is there to say but bravo. Read all five books in order with this being the last and you will never regret the time you spent with d`Artagnan in Dumas's wonderful world (normal English translations split the third book in three with this being the last book of those). One of the best examples of historical fiction I have read and it is highly recommended.

Madame Bovary Livre Audio par Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 00:23:15 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Madame Bovary Auteur: Gustave Flaubert Narrateur: Claude Cyriaque Format: Unabridged Durée: 13 hrs and 40 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 10-10-08 Éditeur: Le Livre qui parle Evaluation: 4.5 sur 5 sur 12 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Ce roman n'est pas seulement un drame, c'est un virulent réquisitoire contre la société bourgeoise, contre la médiocrité, contre les conventions, les formules toutes faites et les pensées sur mesure. Si Madame Bovary a conservé un immense succès auprès d'un très vaste public, c'est à son caractère profond d'humanité qu'elle le doit. Flaubert a réussi à rendre grand le banal et à donner à ce "cas" un caractère universel. L'auteur Décédé d'une attaque à Croisset en 1880, est né en 1821 à Rouen. Comme Marcel Proust, il était le second fils d'un médecin de renom et, comme Proust encore, quelque peu "l'idiot de la famille". Avec seulement six titres, on sait quel ensemble sans pareil un tel "emprunté" donna à la littérature. Le roman dit moderne doit tout ou presque à cet "homme-plume". (P) LQP 2006 Avis des membres: Excellent book I enjoyed this book thoroughly. It is an honest account of things that happen in life. Told directly and poetically.

Around the World in 80 Days Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Fri, 23 Jun 2017 13:12:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Around the World in 80 Days Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Michael Ward Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-17 Publisher: Michael Ward Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This famous classic of Jules Verne details the grand adventure of the French valet Passpartout and his unflappable master, one Phileas Fogg, in their journey around the world in 80 days, with Mr. Fogg's whole fortune at stake. Members Reviews: Around the World in 80 Days Everyone knows the basic story, but reading the book was quite painful and not enjoyable for a middle schooler who chose it from the summer reading list. It's written in a stuffy, 19th century style, which is great if one enjoys such writing. As an adult, I love the stuff, but it really was hard to wade through the formal prose and starchy descriptions. I don't recommend modernizing it, although that would introduce it to a generation that will otherwise not make an effort. Accompanies the Video Trip Having seen this television series of Michael Palin's trip, this is a nice way to refresh the memory. I understand that the book follows the video series very closely. I intend to read it at some time. I got it for my late husband and he did enjoy reading it. Mr. Palin's observations of the world were very interesting. David Niven was a perfect choice. Wonderful book. It evoked my memories of the original movie I watched in younger days. It is also quite a lesson in changing perceptions AND realities. It was, after all, written 143 years ago, and the world has changed a bit. Now you can circumnavigate the globe without even an engine (solar airplane), but between Homeland Security, customs officials everywhere, infrastructure maintenance failures and other modern inconveniences, Mr. Fogg's record might beat yours if you attempted the same route. I wonder if TripAdvisor could set me up . . . Good translation and nice themes One of the more simple works of Verne in my opinion. Good translation and nice themes. The characters themselves didn't attract me a great deal. Fine quality book and a fairly easy read. I Always Love This One I give it five stars. It's always a favorite. I read it with my eleven year old in our homeschool. She said, "It's not my favorite book, but it's okay." I, on the other hand, love the beauty behind the message of Mr. Fogg's journey. It would seem as though there really are some things in life that mean more than glory and riches. ;)

Gargantua Livre Audio par François Rabelais

biacuaduc@gmail.com (François Rabelais) — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 02:29:32 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Gargantua Auteur: François Rabelais Narrateur: Jacques Bonnaffé Format: Unabridged Durée: 2 hrs and 21 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 07-08-16 Éditeur: Éditions Thélème Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: De Gargantua (La vie très horrifique du grand Gargantua, père de Pantagruel, fils de Grandgousier), les Éditions Thélème ont surtout retenu la devise énoncée par les Thélémistes "Fay ce que voudras" ! L'utopique abbaye de Thélème, inventée par Rabelais, fut bâtie par le géant Gargantua pour son ami Frère Jean des Entommeures. Ce lieu avait pour vocation d'accueillir les jeunes gens bien nés, pour leurs études et leurs loisirs. Seuls le bon sens et la juste marche de la nature sont érigés en modèles. Toute règle étant contraire au libre arbitre, il n'y a pas de règle. © Domaine public (P)2002 Éditions Thélème Avis des membres: Great edition of a classic work Gargantua (French Edition) Bear in mind that I am reviewing the bilingual version of the mass market paperback (link above). We read this novel for my 4th-year college French class, and I loved it. It's a funny work and provides some good insights into the Enlightenment. The first half is grotesque and filled with poop-related humor, and the second half is a brilliant contrast to that. Gargantua is one of the great works of western literature. I particularly enjoyed this version of the text. I like having access to Rabelais' original words, but my French isn't advanced enough that I can easily keep up with that, and so it was good to sometimes switch to the more modern French translation. If you aren't at a point in your French studies that you can easily pick up this version of the text (or don't know French at all), then I highly recommend an English translation. There's a pretty good version for free on Kindle and you can find good copies on paperback or hardcover as well. But if you're looking for a way to read a classic work while also improving your French, the version I linked to is a good version. Also the paperback is a pretty good quality binding and seems fairly sturdy. Can't ask for more The product arrived quickly and exactly as described. I was particularly happy to receive the exact edition I requested, which can sometimes be a problem with 'classic' texts. Couldn't be more pleased. Un franais trop difficile Le franais de la Renaissance est trop difficile pour me permettre d'apprécier ce vieux texte dont les effets comiques sont aussi bien vieux. Cohen's and Putnam's translations for comparison This review piggy-backs on to the review of "A Reader" from 2006, which usually (and appropriately) has the most "helpful" votes and winds up on top. No doubt A Reader's review is so helpful because it compares different translations of the same passage, thus giving us a flavor of each (and, thankfully for those of us who have a little French, provides the original as well). These comparisons are useful in helping us decide which version fits our preferences. My purpose is to add to his/her review by offering two other translations for comparison: that of J.M.

Boule de suif / Le Horla Livre Audio par Guy de Maupassant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy de Maupassant) — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 11:33:55 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Boule de suif / Le Horla Auteur: Guy de Maupassant Narrateur: Hervé Lacroix Format: Abridged Durée: 2 hrs and 18 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 10-15-13 Éditeur: Compagnie du Savoir Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Les deux des plus grands textes de la littérature française réunis dans cette compilation pour le plus grand plaisir des admirateurs de Maupassant : Boule de suif : "Boule de suif est un chef-d'œuvre", écrivait Gustave Flaubert. Ce récit l'a imposé comme un maître de la nouvelle. L'histoire, inspirée d'un fait divers, se déroule pendant la guerre de 1870 : dix personnes fuyant Rouen envahi par les Prussiens ont pris place dans une diligence. Parmi elles, Elisabeth Rousset, une prostituée surnommée "Boule de suif" à cause de son embonpoint, se donnera à un officier prussien pour sauver les autres voyageurs qui pourtant la méprisent. L'espace clos de la diligence fait ressortir l'hypocrisie et la bassesse des bourgeois. Le Horla : Le Horla est une nouvelle fantastique de Guy de Maupassant écrite en 1887. C'est un des récits fantastiques les plus connus. Le Horla se présente sous la forme d'un journal inachevé qui laisse craindre que son propriétaire n'ait sombré dans la folie. Le narrateur sent la présence d'un être invisible autour de lui qu'il surnomme le "Horla". Tout au long de la nouvelle, le doute s'installe quant à la folie du personnage principal, ou plutôt de son aliénation, en référence à l'emprise du Horla. Un suspense haletant, un style brillant qui font du Horla un grand classique de la littérature. L'auteur Né en Normandie en 1850, vit ses jeunes années, seul avec sa mère séparée de son mari. De 1871 à 1880, il occupe de petits emplois dans différents ministères, tout en apprenant le métier d'écrivain auprès de Flaubert, ami d'enfance de sa mère. C'est une nouvelle, , qui lui vaut ses premiers succès. Il s'élève tout d'un coup au premier plan de l'actualité littéraire. De 1880 à 1891, il publie environ trois cents nouvelles et contes réunis en dix-huit volumes, ainsi que six romans. Il meurt fou en 1893, âgé de quarante-trois ans. Le narrateur Comédien de théâtre depuis plus de 10 ans, prête également sa voix pour des documentaires. © Compagnie du Savoir

Beowulf Audiobook by Julian Glover

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julian Glover) — Mon, 16 Nov 2015 07:43:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beowulf Author: Julian Glover Narrator: Julian Glover Format: Abridged Length: 1 hr and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 11-16-15 Publisher: silksoundbooks Limited Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The epic story of this heros battle against dragons, monsters, and their mothers is particularly suited to being recorded as an audiobook given that for the first 300 years of its existence it was only ever spoken. The first known (and indeed the only surviving manuscript) of the poem was written in AD 1,000. It survived Henry VIIIs attempts to destroy it (as a religious artifact) and a catastrophic fire that destroyed many other historical British documents - the marks of the fire are still visible on the manuscript, now safely housed in the British Museum. But the poem and indeed its mythical original tale date back to the eighth or ninth century and before that to the mythologies of Scandaniavia. It is because this poem is in itself an adaptation of ancient sagas that we have allowed ourselves the only abridgement or adaptation on the website! Julian Glovers version takes the poem back to its origins as a spoken tale. He has taken the essence of the poem and, with a scholarly eye to the British Museums manuscript, created a truly bardic performance. Beowulfs battles against Grendel (the monster who takes you in your sleep) and the original lethal female, his mother, who comes to avenge her sons killing, are faithfully transformed from their singed original to a roaring reality. Members Reviews: Wonderful performance Yes, it's abridged, but it's abridged intelligently and with an eye to the story and to the art of storytelling. I've only listened to it once, but it immediately became one of my two favorite versions (the other being George Guidall's reading of the Seamus Heaney translation). Julian Glover tells the story with passion and wit, dropping in a few phrases in Old English here and there, truly creating the sense of a bard reciting the story to a group of people sitting around a fire in the meadhall. The text, Glover tells us in an epilogue, is based on a Penguin edition, though he doesn't say which one; since he's been doing it onstage for years, presumably it's the prose version by David Wright from the late 50s. It's the whole story, right through the tale of the dragon and (***spoilers***) Beowulf's death. A fine piece of work, something I hope to listen to many times in the years ahead. Brilliant Beowulf I now have 5 versions of Beowulf and while all have something of merit, for a streamlined version trimming out the lineage of kings and battles etc. which always stop people from enjoying it all, this is wonderful. there is a short youtube clip "Julian Glover reads Beowulf" performing the Grendel/Beowulf fight which gives a great sense of the fireside "scop" performing the tale to guests. this is his complete performance material which is awesome, with a few Old English words and phrases tossed in which give again a great sense of the alliterative nature and cadence of the original. I would listen to him do an unabridged reading of the entire work with some OE. There are some wonderful lines and phrases in this translation that I've not heard before in the other 4 i've got. I look forward to listening to all 5 together.

Master and Man Audiobook by Leo Tolstoy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 01:26:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Master and Man Author: Leo Tolstoy Narrator: Walter Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 01-26-09 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Tolstoy is know primarily for his epic novels like War and Peace and Anna Karenina, but he also wrote a number of excellent short pieces that carry the same kind of themes on a much smaller scale. Two of the best are Master and Man and The Death of Ivan Ilych. In the story, a land owner named Vasili Andreevich Brekhunov takes along one of his peasants, Nikita, for a short journey to the house of the owner of a forest. He is impatient and wishes to get to the town more quickly to purchase the forest before other contenders can get there. They find themselves in the middle of a blizzard, but the master in his avarice wishes to press on. They eventually get lost off the road and they try to camp. The master's peasant soon finds himself suffering from hypothermia. The master attains a spiritual and moral revelation, and Tolstoy once again repeats one of his famous themes: that the only true happiness in life is found by living for others as the master acts a way he never thought was possible. Editorial Reviews: Famous for epic novels War and Peace and Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy also wrote psychologically adept, morally engaged short stories like "Master and Man". Tolstoys 1895 story concerns a journey taken by a landowner with one of his serfs into town, where the wealthy landowner will complete a business transaction. The two are caught in a blizzard. Its in this crisis that the "Master" is confronted with a revelation about humanitys true purpose in life. With his ringing voice, Walter Zimmerman offers a crisp, intelligent performance of this Russian masters humanist parable. Members Reviews: Tolstoy a great thinker and observer I think this author was an amazing thinker in his time. I should say he was ahead of his time. He writes this story as if he was there or this telling were part of his experience. He nails the thinking of the characters as one who might have know them. I felt bad about the horse in the end. The foolishness and the arrogance of the man in charge does not escape my own thoughts about some of the people I have met, not willing to listen to reason. It was amazing to see someone who was living in such an environment and should have understood the danger, but so full of himself that he ignored all the tell tale signs. He did vindicate his main character in the end in a very dramatic way. Tolstoy, one of the best writers ever. excellent. totally enngaging. naratorr quite wonderful! a most enngaging tolstoy offering! rread in onee sitting as unable to put it down!

Deutsche Novellen (Bibliothek der Klassiker) Hörbuch von div.

biacuaduc@gmail.com (div.) — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 01:32:33 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Deutsche Novellen (Bibliothek der Klassiker) Autor:: div. Erzähler: Sven Görtz, Jürgen Fritsche Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 35 hrs and 59 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 02-10-17 Herausgeber: Bäng Management & Verlag Bewertung: 4.5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: 18 der schönsten deutschen Novellen! Mit dabei: Zu diesem Titel erhalten Sie eine PDF-Datei, die nach dem Kauf automatisch Ihrer Bibliothek hinzugefügt wird. © gemeinfrei (P)2017 Bäng Management & Verlags GmbH & Co. KG

Under the Sunset Audiobook by Bram Stoker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bram Stoker) — Wed, 27 Dec 2017 10:16:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under the Sunset Author: Bram Stoker Narrator: Gerry O'Brien Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-17 Publisher: Punch Audio Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Under the Sunset was Bram Stoker's first collection of short stories. It is a collection of eight stories for children with 33 illustrations by W. Fitzgerald and W. V. Cockburn. It was first published in the UK in November 1881 by Sampson Low, Marston, Searle and Rivington, London. Members Reviews: A Collection of Children's Stories? While Stoker originally wrote this collection of eight short stores for children, I would be reluctant to read most of the stories to anyone under the age of ten. I found the stories themselves to be a rather mixed bag both in terms of theme and quality. My favorite by far was "The Invisible Giant." The eight stories in this collection are: Under the Sunset The Rose Prince The Invisible Giant The Shadow Builder How 7 Went Mad Lies and Lilies The Castle of the King The Wondrous Child While definitely not Stoker's best work, I enjoyed reading it all the same. ..or Bram Stoker's Fairy Tales After having read The Castle of the King in a large collection of ghost stories, I just had to check this book out. I'm willing to be that virtually everyone looking into this book is familiar with his more famous work, Dracula. I was more expecting, as the back of the book says, a few tales of terror. That's not what you'll get. To put it in a nutshell... imagine the guy who wrote Dracula wrote some Fairy Tales as well. It's exactly what you would expect. The result is a bunch of stories, ranging from the flagrantly biblical (The Rose Prince) to the unbelievably dark (The Shadow Maker, the Castle of the King). The stories tend towards sad rather than frightening, and if you're a normal parent, you might not want to read them to your children.... fortunately for me, I'm not a normal parent. Crazy parents rejoice! I am not satisfy. It is to short history for the price. I though it was a compilation of a few histories. I am not satisfy.

The Complete Essays of Montaigne Audiobook by Michel Eyquem de Montaigne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michel Eyquem de Montaigne) — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 15:46:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Complete Essays of Montaigne Author: Michel Eyquem de Montaigne Narrator: David McCallion Format: Unabridged Length: 47 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 01-19-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: One of the most remarkable figures of the Renaissance, Michel de Montaigne was a brilliant French philosopher and statesman whose work directly influenced René Descartes, Friedrich Nietzsche, Isaac Asimov and Jean-Jacques Rousseau. He was a humanist and a sceptic, with an insatiable and wide-ranging curiosity. In 1571, on his 38th birthday, he withdrew from public life and retired to the library in his castle tower, where he assembled a body of work that is still highly relevant today. This collection contains more than 100 chapters, written in a surprisingly accessible manner. He weaves together personal anecdotes, serious intellectual argument, and quotes from classical Greek and Roman philosophers. While this style was criticized during his lifetime as being overly self-indulgent, he has since been credited with popularizing the essay as a respectable literary form. Using his own experiences and judgement as a lens through which to view the world, his essays cover such disparate topics as war horses, cannibalism, and ancient customs; as well as heavyweight ideas such as war, death, religion and truth. Members Reviews: Cotton Quote from Loc 105 of the Kindle edition: ... Cotton Quote from Loc 105 of the Kindle edition: "The text of these volumes is taken from the first edition of Cotton's version ..." A FAMED AND INFLUENTIAL COLLECTION OF PHILOSOPHICAL ESSAYSA FAMED AND INFLUENTIAL COLLECTION OF PHILOSOPHICAL ESSAYS Michel Eyquem de Montaigne (1533-1592) was one of the most influential writers of the French Renaissance, known for popularizing the essay as a literary genre. The essays collected in this volume cover an amazing variety of subjects, such as sadness; idleness; liars; fear; pedantry; cannibals; sleep; prayers; age; drunkenness; f_rting; conscience; cruelty; virtue; repentance; vanity, and much more. In his section "To the Reader," he explains, "This book was written in good faith... It warns you from the outset that in it I have set myself no goal but a domestic and private one... I have dedicated it to the private convenience of my relatives and friends, so that when they have lost me (as soon they must), they may recover here some features of my habits and temperament, and by this means keep the knowledge they have had of me more complete and alive... I want to be seen here in my simple, natural, ordinary fashion, without straining or artifice; for it is myself that I portray... Had I been placed among those nations which are said to live still in the sweet freedom of nature's first laws, I assure you that I should very gladly have portrayed himself here entire and wholly naked." (Pg. 2) He states, "to philosophize is to learn to die. Cicero says that to philosophize is nothing else but to prepare for death... Now among the principal benefits of virtue is disdain for death." (Pg. 56-57) Later, he adds, "Every death should correspond with its life. We do not become different for dying. I always interpret the death by the life. And if they tell me of a death strong in appearance, attached to a feeble life, I maintain that it is produced by a feeble cause corresponding with the life." (Pg. 309) In a later essay, he observes, "If you don't know how to die, don't worry; Nature will tell you what to do on the spot, fully and adequately.

The Red and the Black Audiobook by Stendhal

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stendhal) — Sat, 03 Jul 1999 13:54:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Red and the Black Author: Stendhal Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-03-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 153 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Madame de Renal, a wealthy heiress who married the mayor of Verrieres, suddenly finds herself in love with handsome young Julien Sorel, her children's penniless but ambitious new tutor. After a lifetime of complying with all the social rules of French high society, the unassuming Madame de Renal has always regarded true love as the height of immorality, or the subject of fanciful novels. But after meeting the mysteriously charming Julien, both of their lives are transformed in unimaginable ways. Praised for its unflinching look at the hypocrisy of romantic conquests, Stendhal's The Red and the Black remains one of the 19th century's most affecting and passionate novels, and a major influence on modern fiction. (P)1988 by Recorded Books, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Of all the instruments that have ever been used for sketching or writing, Stendhal's traces the most delicate line." (Andre Gide) Members Reviews: Thanks, Audible.com! When I first purchased this book, I did not realize how poor I would find the sound quality...see my previous review. However, now Audible.com has found a recording with the highest possible sound rating...a "4". This is a vast improvement! The Red and the Black is a true 19th. Century classic. I think you will find your time rewarded. Almost perfect In one sense, there's no denying this book is a masterpiece. It seems as though Stendhal set out to dazzle the reader with his incredible understanding of human nature, and that he did. However, looking back at the audiobook after a few weeks have passed, I find it difficult to remember the actual plot. So in that sense, I feel as though the novel could have been a better novel. Nevertheless, I would certainly recommend it for the sheer psychological depth. And, as audiobooks go, the narration on this one is top-notch. As for the complaints about audio quality in some of the earlier comments: this has apparently been fixed, and the quality is perfectly acceptable. I wish it was better... I really wanted to listen to this book, but the audio quality was prohibitive... I hope that audible will find a better recording at some point, as this is great book. Perfectly Charming Rendition My download sounded just dandy. Davina Porter reads well, and her charming accent lends a delightful touch to this rendition of "The Red and the Black." Of all the books I read in college, this is the most memorable. Although many of the reviews I read here are unflattering, do not be deceived. If you enjoy wit, intrigue, and have a taste for period pieces, you will not be disappointed. Better listen up The audio quality is so poor that you cannot unterstand this audio book. it's a shame as I have always loved it and would love to hear it. Do not bother to download unless they redo it.

La dama boba [The Silly Lady] Audio Libro por Lope de Vega

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lope de Vega) — Wed, 31 May 2017 16:20:12 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: La dama boba [The Silly Lady] Autor: Lope de Vega Narrador: Pablo Lopez Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 47 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-31-17 Editor: Sonolibro Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 1 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: Octavio tiene de dos bellas hijas: Nise y Finea. Y considera que ha llegado el momento de casarlas. Nise es muy inteligente, refinada y discreta, y está enamorada de Laurencio un joven poeta. A Finea que es en apariencia torpe, insegura y, como todos dicen, boba, su tío le ha dado una buena dote, y muy interesado en ésta, Laurencio empieza a pretenderla, aunque su padre con quien quiere que se case realmente su hija es con Liseo. A medida que el amor va penetrando en su corazón, Finea va dejando atrás la torpeza y se convierte en una dama inteligente y prudente. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish.

Germinal Audiobook by Emile Zola

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emile Zola) — Thu, 02 Nov 2006 19:37:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Germinal Author: Emile Zola Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 11-02-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Published in 1885, Germinal helped establish Emile Zola an artist of unsparing candor as the leading figure in the French school of naturalistic fiction. André Gide chose this masterpiece as one of the ten best novels in the French language. Critic Reviews: "Few readers of audiobooks can match Frederick Davidson's remarkable skill....He's equal to the task, rendering this complex, yet worthwhile, novel accessible to all listeners." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Welcome Many have braved the unbelieveble trials that underground mining has put upon those who dare, but for the most part it was a decision made in good faith. Back in the days that Emile Zola wrote of there was no choice. He brings to light in an elequent way the sufferage that was put upon family, friends and even beasts. This is mining at its worst. As a hardrocker with 36 years I can say that it worked. Zola`s Treatise brought about many improvements for the coal miners, and after a fashion, hardrock miners as well. Few books have had so much impact. Amazing imagery Zola's book about the struggles of the French working class and the labor movement in the mid-1800's is conscious raising. It reminded me of Upton Sinclair's "The Jungle" in it's vivid portrayal of how working people struggled to simply put bread on the table while the bourgeoisie lived in comfort. The reader gave an excellent performance. As is typical with male readers, he struggles with the female voice. His pronunciation of the French names were superb. A modern book but over a hundred years old You may have heard about it in literary history class, but in order to really appreciate it you must read it. This is raw realism, undisguised mud, blood and sweat. People applaud writers like George RR Martin for adopting a "rough" style, but it's not a new invention. More than a hundred years ago writers like Zola turned their backs to the romantic worlds of Dickens and Dumas, got rid of the perfume and make-up, and pushed the reader out into the muck of the real world. This book could have been written yesterday and still be considered great. The fact that it's from the 19'th century makes it brilliant. The story isn't half bad either. In fact, it's really good. Good story, uninteresting characters The book tells a great story in terms of historical descriptions and details. The characters were, unfortunately, uninteresting and two-dimensional. I didn't really care about any of them, and I wasn't moved by what happened to each of them throughout. Fairly disappointing. An Important Book I can't decide if I really like this book or not. I certainly like a lot of things about it, especially the ending, but I got bogged down in it. I realize it is a classic and that everyone should read it, but it just got a little strung out for me. I think if I had been alive in the late 19th century I would have loved it, but it isn't as relevant now. However, I totally sympathize with the plight of the working man of the time. The working conditions were deplorable and wages were so low that a man could not support his family. Not just men, but women and children, and even very old people worked in the coal mines, anyone who was able bodied enough to hold down a job. But even with two, three, or four incomes per household, these families were starving and wearing rags.

The Satires Audiobook by Juvenal

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Juvenal) — Fri, 01 Dec 2006 15:19:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Satires Author: Juvenal Narrator: Charlton Griffin Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-06 Publisher: Audio Connoisseur Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Indeed, these masterpieces of biting social commentary could easily have been written today about any number of metropolitan areas we are all familiar with. Almost anyone who comes into contact with these vitriolic rants against the foibles of humanity will be struck by the similarities to our own times. There are many famous catch-phrases from Juvenal that listeners will immediately recognize ("One rotten apple spoils the whole barrel," among others.) Juvenal did not like Rome, or at least not what it had become by the late first century A.D. And, in poetry crackling with cynicism, outrage, and passion, he tells us in great detail precisely what he loathes about the times he lives in. In a rough, tough, and slashing manner, Juvenal has left us 16 satires on various subjects, including woman's vanity, sexual license, avaricious courtiers, base cupidity, heartless displays of vulgar wealth, hypocrisy, despicable aristocrats, back-stabbing social climbers, and vile superstitions. Nothing escaped his penetrating gaze. Little is known about Decimus Junius Juvenalis, the poet we know as Juvenal. He took up writing in his maturity and lived from about 60 to 140 A.D., a period that encompassed the reigns of Nero through Antoninus Pius. He is thought to have been a soldier, but all we know of him comes from his own pen. Although easily one of the greatest satirists of all time, he was practically unknown until about 200 years after his death. Translation by R. Humphries. Members Reviews: Well done ! This title brings to light the entertaining Satires of Juvenalis with a very good prologue and description of the time and place in which the poet wrote. I have listened to this production several times and still pick up some hidden treasure from this writer. Cheers! A Must-Have Makes modern satirists look like a bunch of half-wit milksops. Juvenals envenomed poetry is excellantly realised by the narrator, who sounds suitably disgusted at the depth and scope of Roman depravity. A classic that has surely grown in subversiveness.

Ana Karenina Audio Libro por Leo Tolstoy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Wed, 18 Oct 2006 11:21:20 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Ana Karenina Autor: Leo Tolstoy Narrador: full cast Formato: Abridged Duración: 2 hrs and 33 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 10-18-06 Editor: FonoLibro Inc. (Audiolibros - Audio Libros) Calificaciones: 3.5 de 5 de 16 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: La novela se desarrolla en la Rusia de los Zares, donde Ana Karenina, una hermosa mujer casada con un poderoso ministro del gobierno ruso, se enamora de un apuesto y rico oficial del ejército, el Conde Vronsky. Buscando la felicidad y desafiando las reglas y normas de la sociedad rusa, Ana Karenina, abandona su esposo e hijo para vivir con su amante, con devastadores resultados. Viva con este maravilloso audiolibro esta gran historia de amor, la cual levanta controversias y conflictos en la sociedad, familia y amigos, y que termina en un inesperado final. This audiobook is in Spanish.Este audiolibro es en Espanol. Reseñas Editoriales: Ana Karenina is the abridged Spanish-language version of Leo Tolstoys epic literary masterpiece that Fyodor Dostoyevsky called "a flawless work of art" and some critics believe is the greatest novel ever written. Robustly performed by a full and passionate cast of romantics, and often set to the accompaniment of dramatic music, the listener is swept away to 19th-century Russia and the ultimate tragedy and doomed relationship between Anna Karenina and Count Vronsky. Please note: this audiobook is performed in Spanish and - at just over 2 hours - is heavily edited from the original sprawling novel. Opiniones de los miembros: Good resume This narration give us a good brief about one of the greatest stories written by Tolstoy. No doubt in recommending.

Fuente Ovejuna [Ovejuna Fountain] Audio Libro por Lope de Vega

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lope de Vega) — Thu, 15 Jun 2017 11:33:29 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Fuente Ovejuna [Ovejuna Fountain] Autor: Lope de Vega Narrador: Chema Agulló Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 44 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-15-17 Editor: Audiomol Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: En 1476, los habitantes de una aldea andaluza llamada Fuente Ovejuna, hartos de soportar los abusos de su señor, se rebelaron unánimemente contra él. La rebelión acabó en asesinato. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Classic Spanish Theatre I used Fuenteovejuna as a textbook in my spanish-language theatre class. Even though it was for school and not my own choice, this is an excellent book. It talks a bit about Lope de Vega's (interesting) life, and has a verse translation. The one thing I would say is that don't expect the translation to be word-for-word. Since the original text is in verse, they translated it in verse for staging purposes. But it is an excellent translation. The spanish version is on the left side and english on the right, so as you are reading it you can simply look over if you are unsure of the translation of something. As far as the play itself, it is a very entertaining play and an inspiring story. In small sections, we staged the whole play and it was very entertaining to watch and perform. This is a classic from Spain's "golden age" and should not be passed up! Five Stars bought for dramaturgy class seller was awesome. Un clásico que siempre debe leerse. Es increíble ver el desarrollo de los personajes y la importancia de las feminidades en la historia. Excelente novela con un final lleno de leatad hacia el pueblo de Fuenteovejuna. Incluye varias lecciones de vida acerca del honor, el amor y la unión de un pueblo. Un clásico que siempre debe leerse. Five Stars Nice book Crap play, not sure why used in comparative literature courses. BORING and Talentless. Crap play

Madame Bovary Audiobook by Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Wed, 07 Jul 1999 07:53:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Madame Bovary Author: Gustave Flaubert Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 98 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Emma Bovary is not content to be the mere dutiful wife of a French country doctor. She yearns for excitement and a sense of romance that pulls at her so strongly she is powerless to resist, even though pursuing her dreams will exact a terrible price. Learn why Gustave Flaubert's compelling heroine has enchanted and puzzled readers for centuries. Critic Reviews: "If one were to ask, 'World, which is the most perfect novel ever written?,' the world would immediately answer: Madame Bovary." (Washington Post's Book World) Members Reviews: Good narrator, terrible recording The story is tried-and-true, filled with lust, greed, bad choices, and decay. Davina Porter is a wonderful narrator, and does well with the French language. However, this sounds like someone converted an ancient 8-track to digital, complete with squeaks, dragging, hisses, etc. At some points it was unlistenable. This classic deserves a fresh, new update! great story, bad recording Madame Bovary is a great story and Davina is a fantastic reader (she's great in Anna Karinina),but unfortunately they are both lost to poor sound quality. The audio is so muffled it takes a lot of effort to understand even a few words. Until a better recording is available, best stick with the book (a good translation is available on Barnes & Noble or Bantam Classics, but avoid Penguin Classics on this title; it's not very good). Now Here's a Story Divina Porter gave so much life to Madame Bovary, and of course with no small contribution by its author, the book has a permanent position in my mental book shelf. Hours and hours of listening feeling like I was watching Emma coming apart and taking down the entire cast with her. So well written, you love and pity Emma, feel sorry for Charles and loathe the symbolic money lender for giving her the ability to do it all. At the end all the tragic, tortured revelations, one glaring irony has a woman coming to collect a debt for Emma's lessons (lessons never taken but used as a cover up to her husband). The 'teacher' approaches poor Emma's suffering husband for a year of "lessons" not taken. Ah the turn of the screw, the turn of the phrase. On the surface you can read a tale of a "Scarlet O'Hara" in reverse, a woman with everything who longs for a perfect love in a perfect and handsome man. She has all the "things" she needs, but belives she is without love. Her doting husband loves and trusts her, too simple a man to suspect her betrayals. In the end he drinks with one of her lovers proclaiming no bad feelings toward the man. Until the end, his love for her, the very love she sought in every wrong situation, honored her and maintained his belief in her perfection, even as her old love letters fell from his hands. The effect of her never finding what she wants costs him all that his small medical practice provided. (There's no place like home. She had the slippers on all the time!) The side stories and political, religious and social commentary retell the trysts and errors that Emma commits on her road to ruin. The author uses Emma as the symbol of excess and the outcome as predictions of the future. Emma stands for the cost of immoral actions. Whether God or the taxman, someone gets paid. A compendium of archetypal characters we know and love, dressed in 3D emotion, vivid characterization; speaking words precise and poetic.

Kafka's Metamorphosis and Hesse's Siddhartha Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franz Kafka) — Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:14:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Kafka's Metamorphosis and Hesse's Siddhartha Subtitle: The Transformation of the Self Author: Franz Kafka, Hermann Hesse, Zakir Hossain Narrator: Richard Eckman Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 02-27-17 Publisher: ABSURD Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: ABSURD - a film and literary production house that is passionately committed to creating and appreciating the finest works of art and literature - has now introduced the Pure Wisdom series that intends to be a collection of the greatest literature - fiction and nonfiction - that awakened and have still been awakening mankind. This is the first book of Pure Wisdom series; it collects two finest literary works of all time - Franz Kafka's novella, The Metamorphosis, and Hermann Hesse's novel, Siddhartha. Kafka's The Metamorphosis is one of the greatest literary works in which the protagonist, a travelling salesman, wakes up one day to discover he has been transformed into a giant insect. The absurdity of life in The Metamorphosis shakes us all terribly with some question of our very existence - why are we here? What purpose does our existence have? Does it depend on what others think of us or are we valuable enough in our helpless existences to overcome the obstacles of perception? Siddhartha is one of the finest works of Hesse and one of the greatest books ever written. The novel is immensely beautiful; it deals with the spiritual journey of self-discovery of a man named Siddhartha during the time of the Gautama Buddha; a man who wants to know his true self completely.

La prisonnière ("À la recherche du temps perdu" lu par de grands acteurs 5)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcel Proust) — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 20:22:59 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: La prisonnière ("À la recherche du temps perdu" lu par de grands acteurs 5) Auteur: Marcel Proust Narrateur: André Dussolier Format: Unabridged Durée: 17 hrs and 9 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 11-30-17 Éditeur: Éditions Thélème Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: "La décroissance du jour me replongeant par le souvenir dans une atmosphère ancienne et fraîche, je la respirais avec les mêmes délices qu'Orphée l'air subtil, inconnu sur cette terre, des Champs Élysées. Mais déjà la journée finissait et j'étais envahi par la désolation du soir. Regardant machinalement à la pendule combien d'heures se passeraient avant qu'Albertine rentrât, je voyais que j'avais encore le temps de m'habiller et de descendre demander à ma propriétaire, Mme de Guermantes, des indications pour certaines jolies choses de toilette que je voulais donner à mon amie." Cet audio est accompagné d'un document annexe se trouvant dans votre bibliothèque après achat. © domaine public (P)2001 Éditions Thélème

Jenny Audiobook by Sigrid Undset

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sigrid Undset) — Tue, 27 Dec 2016 04:06:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jenny Author: Sigrid Undset Narrator: K. G. Cross Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-16 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Jenny is the story of Jenny Winge, a talented Norwegian painter who lives a free and independent life in Rome. Betraying her own ideals, she has an affair, resulting in a child out of wedlock, and decides to raise the child on her own. Undset gives a gripping portrayal of a woman struggling towards fulfillment and independence, who at the same time wrestles with mental problems. It is written with unflinching honesty, which makes her story as compelling today as it was nearly a century ago. When Jenny was published in 1911, Undset found herself called immoral - "this is a side of the free, artistic life that the vast majority of citizens would rather not know." Most famous for her later, historical fiction set in Catholic, medieval Scandinavia, Undset stands revealed with Jenny, her first major novel, as an unsparing, compassionate, magnificent realist, the creator of works that are at once thoroughly modern and of enduring interest. Members Reviews: Undset is an Astute Observer of Human Nature KG Cross navigates the portrayal of both male and female characters with ease. She is able to lend emotion and emphasis to each character in such a way that you forget she is the story's narrator. She IS Jenny to me. Well done! As for the story itself, it is classic Undset for those who are familiar with her work-starkly transparent writing that reveals word by word the beautiful and the brutal within each of the story's characters. So well has she captured various character traits that you will say to yourself "I know this person." She does an amazing job showing how small decisions pave the way to greater ones and ultimately change the course of one's life as well as the lives of those around them. There are dialogues that I listened to over and over because they were not only beautiful, but truthful in capturing the recognized and unrecognized desires of the human heart. The first Undset book I read was "Gunnar's Daughter," which I could not put down. It is short compared to her other works-you can read it in one day. I would love to hear KG Cross' narration of it and hope that Audible makes that one available soon. A very young Undtset I loved Sigrid Undset's novel Sigrid Lavransdatter, for which she won the Nobel Prize in 1953. So I was surprised at this hopelessly romantic story, full of unnecessary adjectives and breathless emotionality. Then I noticed it was written in 1903 and that explained it. A very young piece, from a writer full of promise.

Nouvelles orientales Livre Audio par Marguerite Yourcenar

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marguerite Yourcenar) — Tue, 02 Jun 2015 06:15:01 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Nouvelles orientales Auteur: Marguerite Yourcenar Narrateur: Christian Gonon Format: Unabridged Durée: 2 hrs and 38 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 06-02-15 Éditeur: Gallimard Evaluation: 4.5 sur 5 sur 4 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: De la Chine à la Grèce, des Balkans au Japon, les dix récits du recueil Nouvelles orientales sont inspirés de légendes venues d'ailleurs et témoignent du désir de montrer l'intime emmêlement du mythe et de la vie. Marguerite Yourcenar nous promène entre le rêve et la réalité, les choses et l'apparence des choses et médite sur le devenir des hommes, toujours en quête de sagesse. ©1938 Éditions Gallimard (P)2011 Éditions Gallimard Avis des membres: The long view. Like the previous reviewer, I have bought this book no less than five times, sharing it when the opportunity arises. I was introduced to this book in an advanced grammar class. Yourcenar's writing is succinct yet poetic, and her finely woven tales have created a psychological impact that will always be part of me. This may be the most carefully crafted book that I have ever read, English or French. Every time I read it, I'm surprised at how essential each detail is to the story, and at how well each event contributes to the overall tone. Each story depicts a unique relationship and reflects on the tattered fabric of humanity. Light Reading for Yourcenar Fans Early Yourcenar first published in 1938, revised 1978. Read it for the pleasure, for curiosity or for the author's exploration of the subject matter - or all three. There are ten parts to the collection, which are neither short stories, nor portraits of the personalities; I call them explorations, Yourcenar prefers "legends". Read the original French if you understand the language; so much is lost of her command and style in translation. Five Stars Excellent récit épuré, belle langue comme toujours.. one of the greatest 20th century writers has some fun Marguerite Yourcenar's Orient stretches from China and Japan to former Yugoslavia... I have only read this book in French, and doubt that a translation should even be attempted, since in all her books, the beauty of language is the most striking quality. Here, she retells a few Oriental tales, or legends, or imagines how they could have continued, from the point they were left off. Each and every story is a jewel, and they all share a deeply ironic, while also deeply sympathetic, and totally unsentimental, streak - typical of M.Y. I always felt that she had enormous fun playing around with these stories, chiseling them, deepening their shading, highlighting a color here, one there. I bought this copy for a friend who hadn't read any of her books. (Probably the 6th copy I buy...) Stories you will never forget! This collection of stories is fascinating. I loved Yourcenar's vivid descriptions and intriguing characters. Great read; great literature.

Der Stechlin Hörbuch von Theodor Fontane

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theodor Fontane) — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 21:27:39 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Der Stechlin Autor:: Theodor Fontane Erzähler: Hans Paetsch Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 14 hrs and 12 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-24-16 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Gibt es irgendwo auf der Welt ein Erdbeben, schießt eine Fontäne aus dem märkischen See Stechlin in den Himmel; geschieht etwas "Großes", steigt der Sage nach ein roter Hahn aus seinen Tiefen empor. Ganz in der Nähe des mystischen Gewässers - und ebenfalls in regem Austausch mit der Welt - lebt der gleichnamige Major a.D. Dubslav von Stechlin. In seinem Herrenhaus versammeln sich Vertreter aller Generationen und Stände zu ausladenden Gesprächen voller Witz und Brisanz. Mit seinem letzten großen Gesellschaftsroman skizziert Fontane unterhaltsam und pointiert die geistigen und politischen Strömungen der Jahrhundertwende - ungekürzt gelesen von Hans Paetsch. ©2016 rechtefrei (P)2016 DAV Mitglieder Bewertungen: Fantastic book and great quality representation One of Fontane's best writings, this is a great read. The book is represented beautifully. Recommended to everyone interested in a sophisticated book that engages you and makes you think about it for a long time Five Stars ein abgeklaertes Werk eines alten, klugen Schriftstellers

The Country Doctor Audiobook by Franz Kafka

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franz Kafka) — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 13:19:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Country Doctor Author: Franz Kafka Narrator: Glenn Hascall Format: Unabridged Length: 15 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-15 Publisher: Spoken Realms Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: An odd but well-loved short story following steps into madness. A country doctor has had more work than he can handle, and the stress seems to have taken him to a place that seems as at home in nightmares as in the madness of an overworked mind. Kafka's work often lends itself to the turmoil of the human mind. In this respect the story does not fail to impress. Narrated by Glenn Hascall. Members Reviews: ? Pirate copy? This appears to be an illegitimate copy. The copyrights aren't present, known of the usual publisher information. The typeset unusual. The cover says three stories but it contains only 2. The Hunger Artist is not contained in this book. The country doctor story is printed twice and the 2nd time is mislabeled as the Hinger Artist. Would not recommend this copy. It arrived quickly and was in good condition but did not contain the stories it claimed.

A Journey to the Center of the Earth Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Thu, 16 Dec 1999 11:26:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Journey to the Center of the Earth Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Norman Dietz Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: When geologist Otto Lidenbrock discovers an ancient manuscript describing a passageway to the center of the Earth, he prepares a subterranean expedition, and descends into an extinct volcano in Iceland. The explorers discover an amazing underground world, but will they ever return? Journey with these intrepid travelers as they dare to descend into a mysterious unknown world deep within the earth. Editorial Reviews: Norman Dietz sounds as if hes having as much fun performing this novel as listeners will have hearing it. As the storys first-person narrator, Axel, Dietz sounds appropriately incredulous as he tells the tale of his uncle, Professor Otto Lidenbrock. Dietz portrays Lidenbrock as an impatient, crazed man, incapable of focusing on more than one thing at a time. Lidenbrock is obsessed with an original runic manuscript that claims to reveal a passage to the center of the Earth. From chambers of combustible gases and a battle between prehistoric creatures to giant insects and a herd of mastodons, Dietz delivers a thrilling journey down into the depths of Jules Vernes imagination. Critic Reviews: "Its marvels still inspire feelings of awe and wonder. A Journey to the Center of the Earth will always have readers willing to follow." (The Washington Post) Members Reviews: It is HARD to grade Verne It is hard to grade Verne. The debacle that is the early English translations is well-documented and well-reported: names were changed, plots altered, sections cut. I mean come on, you are translating from French, not Mongolian. Learn the freaking metric system. Even some of the more precise translations don't seem to work well. Anyway, not being fluent in French I have no way to totally discriminate, all I know is several different translations disappointed me on multiple levels. This version is based on the 1871 translation published by Griffith and Farran. It is an abridged and altered translation. The professor's name has been changed from Lidenbrock to Hardwigg; Axel's name changed to Harry; Grauben's name was changed to Gretchen. There have been chapters left out, parts of other chapters have been changed, parts have been added to other chapters. That being said, you've got to hand it to Verne. He was climbing without a rope. So, again, back to how hard it is to grade Verne. How do you discount for the fact that he was a pioneer of scientific romances? I'm glad I read it, but will avoid the crappy translations in the future. Norman Dietz does a good job at narration. His voice doesn't grate and he subtly works his way through Verne's scientific adventure novel. A true classic I have read this book more than once it is a true classic that is ahead of its time good clean reading Beautiful Narration. The narrator does a magnificent job of bringing to life my favorite Jules Verne novel. The narration is clear and expertly delivered. I have listened to this audiobook many times, as it has a way of launching me clear of the daily cares into the utterly fantastic such as only Verne can deliver. wonderful journey. Great book. Opens the mind and imagination. Story teller has a great voice. I recommend this book. I science fiction novelty, not worth reading. If this book's a classic, it's only for its novel thinking of the time and not for any literary merit.

Ragged Trousered Philanthropists Audiobook by Robert Tressell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Tressell) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:01:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ragged Trousered Philanthropists Author: Robert Tressell Narrator: David Timson Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists is the classic working-class novel. It was written in 1906 by an impoverished house painter, Robert Tressell, and within its framework contains a manifesto for socialism. It tells of the appalling working conditions of a group of painters and decorators and their struggle to survive at the most basic level. It is moving, grimly humorous, and tragic. It has sold over six million copies worldwide since it was published, and it has the power to change lives. Members Reviews: A Sermon on Socialism A tedious waste of time. The narrator did a fine job with material that was utterly tiresome. Amazing performance of a classic A great book beautifully illuminated by the narrator. He breathes life into every sentence with an array of voices, humour, pathos, gravitas and even song. things don't change This book is as applicable today as it was when it was written. A fabulous book but very frustrating, I never tire of it. The audible book is excellent I picked up on bits which I had missed when reading it. A Classic It's interesting to listen to something that was written almost a century ago and hear a tale that still has echoes within today's times. Narration is superb, and the book has a great array of characters that there's never a dull moment. It doesn't matter which side of the political fence you are on, you will find this an intriguing window into the times in which it was written. Agree, disagree, makes no odds - it is a well constructed piece of writing. I found it highly entertaining, and have gained quite an insight into my own beliefs and values. Highly recommended. A superb book ! So relevant that, if in a more modern setting, could have been written yesterday ! More people need to read this book !

The Confessions Audiobook by Jean-Jacques Rousseau

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jean-Jacques Rousseau) — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 06:39:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Confessions Author: Jean-Jacques Rousseau Narrator: David McCallion Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Considered to be the first autobiography of its kind, The Confessions is two distinct books published seven years apart and covers the first 53 years of the author's life. The autobiographies of the time delved primarily into the individual's religious life, but Jean-Jacques Rousseau wanted to do something different. Instead of focusing on faith, he wrote about his thoughts and misadventures. Publication of The Confessions scandalized 18th-century Europe due to its graphic nature and the author's shameful adventures. If the modern listener is looking for a grand tour of Europe of the 18th century, Jean-Jacques Rousseau is the perfect tour guide. The author takes the listener on a journey of this long-ago era with firsthand accounts that are outrageous and amusing. Jean-Jacques Rousseau was a Genevan philosopher, writer, and composer of the 18th century and was instrumental across Europe in modern educational and political thought. Members Reviews: Jean Jacques Rousseau Where does The Confessions rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? To be allowed an intimate insight into the life, thoughts and struggles of a person who lived in the 1700's is a privilege and a gift. JJR gives this gift to the world. How could the performance have been better? I prefer the tone and voice adopted by this narrator when compared to other narrators of the same book, however the performance would be enhanced if the narrator had taken more trouble with pronunciation of french names and places. Any additional comments? Superb book

The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt by Albert Camus: Summary & Analysis Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dave Wallace) — Mon, 24 Apr 2017 13:32:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Rebel: An Essay on Man in Revolt by Albert Camus: Summary & Analysis Author: Dave Wallace Narrator: Kevin Theis Format: Unabridged Length: 25 mins Language: English Release date: 04-24-17 Publisher: Dave Wallace Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Note: This is a summary and analysis of The Rebel and not the original work. The Rebel is a 1951 book-length essay by Albert Camus, which treats both the metaphysical and the historical development of rebellion and revolution in societies, especially Western Europe. Camus relates writers and artists as diverse as Epicurus and Lucretius, Marquis de Sade, Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Friedrich Nietzsche, Max Stirner, André Breton, and others in an integrated, historical portrait of man in revolt. Examining both rebellion and revolt, which may be seen as the same phenomenon in personal and social frames, Camus examines several "countercultural" figures and movements from the history of Western thought and art, noting the importance of each in the overall development of revolutionary thought and philosophy. The work has received ongoing interest, influencing modern philosophers and authors such as Paul Berman and others. Members Reviews: Read the original - forget this one The review received a "D" grade from me, because it was so empty and didn't present Camus' points with any depth.. Also there were a few grammar and spelling mistakes that were frustrating. Individuals wanting to understand Camus must read the original if they really want to understand him.

The Count of Monte Cristo Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 21:51:43 GMT

The Decameron Audiobook by Giovanni Boccaccio

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Giovanni Boccaccio) — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 20:38:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Decameron Author: Giovanni Boccaccio Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-08 Publisher: CSA Word Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: A group of Florentine youths escape to the mountain countryside during the time of the plague, only to regale each other with vignettes of sex, vice, temptation, and come-uppance. This is a strictly adult listen, which will bring a little colour to your cheeks and have you laughing out loud. Members Reviews: Five Stars Good quality and cheap. Me encantó! Es emocionante leer acerca de la gente de la edad media,aún si se trata de fición ya que nos presenta datos del día a día de la gente común de aquel tiempo contada de primera mano por Boccaccio.Con toques de picardía, es una obra de una época,que se nos presenta,siglos después, con tan solo abrir y leer este maravilloso libro medieval. Humorous and enjoyable book to read Great book with lots of humor in the form of short stories. Would highly recommend to any English teacher or professor that teaches a class. No TOC This is for the Kindle version: Love the translation, it is far better than the free products. But, there is no table of contents. With 100 stories and a price of almost ten dollars, I figured that is what I was paying for. Really disappointed considering I got the print version for three dollars at a used book store. Great Read! The stories were fascinating and the entire book was well written (or possibly well translated). Some would perhaps think this book rather long but the stories themselves are fairly short making (most are only 3-4 pages long) making it easy to follow along with what's going on. Overall the stories are fun and all are entertaining.

Thus Spoke Zarathustra Audiobook by Friedrich Nietzsche

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Friedrich Nietzsche) — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 09:11:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thus Spoke Zarathustra Author: Friedrich Nietzsche Narrator: Alastair Cameron Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Thus Spoke Zarathustra is the fictional account of the travels and teaching of the prophet Zarathustra. One of the more controversial aspects of Nietzsche's work is that he puts forth the idea of human evolution and the transformation of modern humans from their ape-like ancestors. Nietzsche inserts a number of controversial ideas into his fictional account of Zarathustra, including some reoccurring themes such as the superman, a self-mastered individual who has achieved his full power and promotes the idea that the current state of human development is not the end result. Thus Spoke Zarathustra is both a work of philosophy and a fictional tale that will appeal to those looking for entertainment that will also spur deep thought. Members Reviews: My introduction to Nietzsche Until this book, I had put off reading for nearly 50 years any of Nietzsche's works, expecting that it would be worth my while one day to see how he supports his contention that our diety will cease to exist and subsequently leave a vacuum to be filled by a human being who will appear among us and set things right, surpassing all the myriad limitations previously known to plague mankind. I expected much more from this book then I found. On the whole, "Thus Spoke Zarathustra" failed to enlighten me. I think this book says less about the ills of society then it reveals a desperately lonely individual, plagued by narcissistic tendencies. I suppose he would will fit the description of a hero for many of our alienated youth today. Was it worth my time? â Only in so far as to have satiated my curiosity about Nietzsche. Screw Nietzsche I'm not sure why this would be Nietzsche's most celebrated work. I gathered that he is a butt hurt former catholic all pissed off about his religious upbringing. A bunch of whining in religious prose.

Gert Westphal liest Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Hörbuch von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe) — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:08:54 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Gert Westphal liest Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Untertitel: Die große Höredition Autor:: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Erzähler: Gert Westphal Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 63 hrs and 32 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-01-17 Herausgeber: Der Hörverlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der König der Vorleser trifft den Dichterfürsten. Wenn Deutschlands größter Dichter und Deutschlands bekannteste Stimme zusammenkommen, so ist das ein großer Glücksmoment für den Hörer. Denn wer könnte Goethes Figuren treffender charakterisieren, seine Sprachkunst funkelnder zur Geltung bringen, seine Gedanken souveräner nachvollziehen als der große Goethe-Interpret Gert Westphal? Es scheint, Goethe hat beim Schreiben dieser Worte schon den König der Vorleser vor sich gesehen: "Wenn ihr's nicht fühlt, ihr werdet's nicht erjagen, / Wenn es nicht aus der Seele dringt / Und mit urkräftigem Behagen / Die Herzen aller Hörer zwingt." Enthält: Zu diesem Titel erhalten Sie eine PDF-Datei, die nach dem Kauf automatisch Ihrer Bibliothek hinzugefügt wird. ©2017 der Hörverlag (P)2017 der Hörverlag

The Bet [Classic Tales Edition] Audiobook by Anton Chekhov

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anton Chekhov) — Thu, 16 Mar 2017 01:51:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bet [Classic Tales Edition] Author: Anton Chekhov Narrator: B.J. Harrison Format: Unabridged Length: 20 mins Language: English Release date: 03-16-17 Publisher: B.J. Harrison Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Many say that capital punishment is inhumane. But is it, in fact, more humane to take away life in one swift stroke, rather than condemn an individual to a lifetime in captivity? Two men place wagers, each backing a different side of the argument. After 15 years, this clumsy bet irrevocably changes their lives forever. Members Reviews: Excellent short story A great five minute read. A banker bets a lawyer 2 million that he can't stay imprisoned for 15 years. The lawyer can have wine, tobacco and books while in an enclosed room in the banker's house. Download the story and see what happens. Author Anton Pavlovich Chectov did what he does best.. Author Anton Pavlovich Chectov did what he does best.....gives you more questions to think about than answers. Very thoughtful book. This is one of my favorite books I read this book, The Bet, about a man living alone for fifteen years when I was very young and it made a great impression upon me. I think about it often. It is one of my favorite books. My favorite books are, first, the Hebrew Bible in its original Hebrew, which is filled with wisdom and very different and deeper than every translation that I read. Second, Maimonides' Guide of the Perplexed because it opened my mind to many new ideas, how to think, and not be afraid to think differently than the general community. I write one or two books on the Torah and Maimonides every year. Third, The Bet by A. Chekov, because it keeps making me think of what is important in life, the value of reading in solitude, and how to improve one's self and be all that one can be. Fourth, If Not Higher by I. L. Peretz where I learnt that there is something much higher than prayer and the worship of God, and what true worship of God really is. And fifth, Bontcha the Silent, also by I. L. Peretz, that reminds me often of the tragedies that people suffer in life, tragedies they cannot understand. a short story that everyone should read This classic should be read by all; and if you have a pre-teen or teenaged loved one, they should read it too! A classic everyone should read. Of course this short story was written to provoke the reader to think about life in a grand scale and is a classic that everyone should read and think about.

- [The Diary of Anne Frank] Audiobook by Anne Frank

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anne Frank) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 17:56:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: - [The Diary of Anne Frank] Author: Anne Frank Narrator: - - Haiyinxiaomeng Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: BOVCM Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: 25194481 25194481 The complete list of authors includes - - Gao Xiaofei - translator. Please note: This audiobook is in Mandarin. : / : /

Der gute Mensch von Sezuan Hörbuch von Bertolt Brecht

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bertolt Brecht) — Fri, 12 Jan 2018 03:15:49 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Der gute Mensch von Sezuan Autor:: Bertolt Brecht Erzähler: Klausjürgen Wussow, Brigitte Swoboda Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 2 hrs and 3 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 01-12-18 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Wie soll ich gut sein, wenn alles so teuer ist? Oder anders gefragt: Kann ein an sich guter Mensch unter den widrigen Bedingungen dieser Welt überhaupt gut bleiben? Bei dieser Kernfrage des Parabelstücks "Der Gute Mensch" von Sezuan aus Brechts Exilzeit sind selbst die Götter mit ihrem Latein am Ende. Sie haben auf ihrer irdischen Inspektionsreise bisher vergeblich nach guten Menschen Ausschau gehalten. Nun glauben sie, mit der Prostituierten Shen Te (gesprochen von einer herausragenden Sonja Kehler) endlich fündig geworden zu sein. Bertolt Brecht verpackt sein hochpolitisches Stück in pralles, lebendiges und komödiantisches Volkstheater, hier als Hörspiel grandios umgesetzt. ©2018 Suhrkamp (P)2018 DAV

Alexis ou le Traité du Vain Combat Livre Audio par Marguerite Yourcenar

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marguerite Yourcenar) — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 09:08:25 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Alexis ou le Traité du Vain Combat Auteur: Marguerite Yourcenar Narrateur: Didier Sandre Format: Unabridged Durée: 3 hrs Langue: Français Date de publication: 06-01-15 Éditeur: Gallimard Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Comme tous les héros de Marguerite Yourcenar, Alexis s'interroge pour mieux comprendre le monde et mieux se comprendre lui-même. Il cherche à sortir d'une situation fausse qui est l'échec de son mariage. Une longue lettre forme tout le récit où il prend sa femme à témoin du vain combat qu'il a mené contre son penchant naturel et sa vocation véritable. ©1929 Au sans pareil (P)2004 Éditions Gallimard

The Last Cavalier Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:33:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Cavalier Subtitle: Being the Adventures of Count Sainte-Hermine in the Age of Napoleon Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 35 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 92 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The last cavalier is Count de Sainte-Hermine, Hector, whose elder brothers and father have fought and died for the Royalist cause during the French Revolution. For three years Hector has been languishing in prison when, in 1804, on the eve of Napoleon's coronation as emperor of France, he learns what is to be his due. Stripped of his title, denied the honour of his family name as well as the hand of the woman he loves, he is freed by Napoleon on the condition that he serve in the imperial forces. So it is in profound despair that Hector embarks on a succession of daring escapades as he courts death fearlessly. Yet again and again he wins glory, against brigands, bandits, the British, boa constrictors, sharks, tigers and crocodiles. At the Battle of Trafalgar, it is Hector's bullet that fells Nelson. But however far his adventures take him, from Burma's jungles to the wilds of Ireland, his destiny lies always with his father's enemy, Napoleon. Critic Reviews: It is rousing, big spirited, its action sweeping across oceans and continents, its hero gloriously indomitable. This newly discovered last novel of Alexandre Dumas, lost for 125 years in the archives of the National Library in Paris, completes the Dumas oeuvre. "Absolutely wonderful....Alexandre Dumas remains, now as ever, the Napoleon of storytellers." - (Washington Post) "James Bond, Indiana Jones, and many others owe a deep debt to Dumas, who stuffs his tales with thrilling exploits and exotic locales. No one with a pulse will be able to resist Dumas's lost classic." (Christian Science Monitor) Members Reviews: Dumas' uncompleted novel What is it about many 19th century novelists that they could write such gripping and well researched historical novels? The fascinating thing about this recently rediscovered novel of Alexandre Dumas set in the Napoleonic period, is its attention to historical detail and every chapter gives insights into the political and social tensions of that turbulent period. An excellent history lesson and a great story-line superbly narrated by Simon Prebble. And what a brilliant touch of Dumas to portray the hero as the french-man responsible for killing Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar. Pity that Dumas died without completing the novel, but even without an end worth every one of the 35+ hours in the car spent listening. This audio-book has motivated me to now go back and listen to the other Dumas novels that I first encountered as a teenager nearly 60 years ago. a word of warning My warning is: This book begins with about a two hour and fifteen minute introduction in which the author justifies the historical accuracy of his writings and especially in defense of The Last Cavalier. During this portion many aspects of the story will be shared before hand and for those who want a surprise you may want to skip the introduction. They do attempt to warn you about the disclosure, but do not give you any indication of how long it takes to skip it. Also, due to the fact that in many instances the author is reading from letters dealing with the story, it is not always obvious when the introduction ends and the novel begin. Additionally, this novel is not finished by Alexandre Dumas because he dies before it is completed.

Die großen Erzählungen Hörbuch von Thomas Mann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas Mann) — Mon, 23 Sep 2013 23:56:56 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Die großen Erzählungen Autor:: Thomas Mann Erzähler: Gert Westphal Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 13 hrs and 55 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-23-13 Herausgeber: Der Hörverlag Bewertung: 4.5 von 5 von 9 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Gert Westphal ist eine Legende: Die wohlklingende, modulationsreiche Stimme, sein untrügliches Gespür für Rhythmus, die souveränen Tempo- und Rollenwechsel, die kräftigen Dialektfarben - nicht umsonst hat DIE ZEIT ihn zum "König der Vorleser" gekürt. Besonders berühmt wurden seine Rezitationen Thomas Manns, dessen "oberster Mund" er war. Hier können wir wieder und wieder seinen großen Erzählungen lauschen, die aus der Enge des Sanatoriums über Venedig bis in die indische Märchenwelt führen. Zu diesem Titel erhalten Sie eine PDF-Datei, die nach dem Kauf automatisch Ihrer Bibliothek hinzugefügt wird.

Der fremde Freund / Drachenblut Hörbuch von Christoph Hein

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christoph Hein) — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 16:44:58 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Der fremde Freund / Drachenblut Autor:: Christoph Hein Erzähler: Christoph Hein Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 5 hrs and 15 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-24-16 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: DDR, Anfang der 80er-Jahre: Claudia ist Ärztin, geschieden und kinderlos. Als ihr Nachbar Henry eines Abends in ihre Wohnung stürmt und nicht mehr geht, lässt sie sich auf eine Beziehung mit ihm ein, die es trotz oberflächlicher Nähe nicht vermag, ihren Schutzpanzer aus Selbstverleugnung, Resignation und Gefühlskälte zu durchbrechen. Henry bleibt ihr fremd. Mit der vielgelobten Novelle "Der fremde Freund", die in Westdeutschland unter dem Titel "Drachenblut" erschien, gelang Christoph Hein der literarische Durchbruch im geteilten Deutschland. Eine schonungslose Geschichte über persönliche Entfremdung im Überwachungsstaat - gelesen vom Autor selbst. ©2016 Suhrkamp (P)2016 DAV

The Mysterious Island Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Tue, 13 May 2014 14:23:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Mysterious Island Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Gene Engene Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-14 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: During the Civil War, five Union soldiers and a dog quietly escape from the clutches of the Confederate Army at Richmond, Virginia by hot air balloon. Their intention was to simply drift safely over to the Union lines and rejoin their own troops. Instead, while aloft, they were caught in a high wind and whisked hundreds of miles out to sea. The men carried no provisions for survival and had no idea where they were. Under those circumstances their future was bleak. Worse yet, the balloon was leaking air and slowly deflating. As the balloon made its slow descent from the sky, the men were fortunate to spot an island in the distance. As the balloon dropped lower and lower it also drifted closer to the island. When the basket hit the sea, the partially deflated balloon dragged it violently across the surface and scattered the men among the waves. The men were able to swim to their only refuge...the mysterious island. At first the island was accomodating, but then it became more mysterious as unusual and strange happenings occured. Something deep in the depths of the island seemed to have control...something mysterious and unidentifiable.... Members Reviews: Old school still interesting Great tale, with unexpected cameo appearance. I especially enjoyed the narrator's characterizations. Ready for more. the book is great but... absolutely love the book! the narration on the other hand was a bit irritating at times. I'm not sure if he was too near the mic, but it was loud and almost as if he were spitting in the mic. There is also an echo that confused me because the echo came after what was spoken but the content was what was about to be spoken so it was ahead of the narrator. Loved the movie so decided to try this . . . This is not the Harryhausen movie at all but I really enjoyed it too. Dreaming of being on a deserted island is just that. This book has all the hard work it would take not just to survive but to thrive. I got to labor along with them and learn how it could be done. Wow! What an adventure! Incredible wildlife including animals and pirates. A lesson on life and redemption. Loved the narration too. Long and satisfying. Fantastic Story What made the experience of listening to The Mysterious Island the most enjoyable? The listening experience had its ups and downs. In particular often times while listening there appeared to be some type of background noise by the performer. What other book might you compare The Mysterious Island to and why? It was such an incredible story I really can't compare it to anything else. Which character as performed by Gene Engene was your favorite? All the characters were terrific. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The problem solving in the book was exceptional to think how long ago this was written. An absolute treasure of a book. Felt Like A Classic The narrator does an excellent job, the story is refreshing and keeps interest. Well worth.

The Good Soldier Svejk and His Fortunes in the World War [Russian Edition] Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jaroslav Hasek) — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 05:07:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Good Soldier Svejk and His Fortunes in the World War [Russian Edition] Author: Jaroslav Hasek Narrator: Vladimir Samoylov Format: Unabridged Length: 28 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-11 Publisher: New Internet Technologies Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Good-natured and garrulous, vejk becomes the Austro-Hungarian army's most loyal Czech soldier when he is called up on the outbreak of the First World War - although his bumbling attempts to get to the front serve only to prevent him from reaching it. Playing cards, getting drunk, and becoming a general nuisance, the resourceful vejk uses all his natural cunning and genial subterfuge to deal with the doctors, police, clergy, and officers who chivvy him towards battle. The story of a "little man" caught in a vast bureaucratic machine, The Good Soldier vejk combines dazzling wordplay and piercing satire to create a hilariously subversive depiction of the futility of war. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Members Reviews: The most entertaining book I've read in years! Interesting, hilarious, confusing at times, entertaining, addictive, amazing! This book was recommended to me by my parents and to be honest I don't really read books about war...at all. But after I started listening to this audio book I was hooked! Would recommend it to anyone! no story wahatsoever Would you try another book from Jaroslav Hasek and/or Vladimir Samoylov? no Has Pohozhdeniya bravogo soldata Shveyka [The Good Soldier Svejk and His Fortunes in the World War] turned you off from other books in this genre? Yes What didnt you like about Vladimir Samoylovs performance? no story. just empty talk What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? disappointment Any additional comments? very dull and boring book, waited for the story but it never came. It started and ended on the same note.

The Overcoat, The Lost Letter, and May Night, or the Drowned Maiden [Russian Edition] Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nikolai Gogol) — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:24:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Overcoat, The Lost Letter, and May Night, or the Drowned Maiden [Russian Edition] Author: Nikolai Gogol Narrator: Piotr Korshunkov Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 04-06-12 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This collection of stories by the great Russian writer Nikolai Gogol (1809-1852) contains a selection of brilliant stories that show listeners just why he is considered among the best short story writers of all time. Enjoy three of his best: "The Overcoat", "The Lost Letter", and "May Night, or the Drowned Maiden". Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Madame Bovary [Spanish Edition] Audio Libro por Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Fri, 16 Jun 2017 13:08:49 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Madame Bovary [Spanish Edition] Autor: Gustave Flaubert Narrador: Elisabet Egea Formato: Unabridged Duración: 13 hrs and 55 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-16-17 Editor: Audiomol Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 3 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: Madame Bovary narra la oscura tragedia de Emma Bovary, una mujer infelizmente casada, cuyos sueños chocan cruelmente con la realidad. Al hechizo que ejerce la figura de la protagonista hay que añadir la sabía combinación argumental de rebeldía, violencia, melodrama y sexo. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Excepcional novela; algunos errores en esta edición La primera vez que leí esta novela, tomé el libro de la biblioteca de mi universidad, hace varios años. Me dieron ganas de releerla y al no contar con una copia física, compré esta edición. La novela está increíblemente bien escrita, y es una de mis favoritas. Sin embargo, la edición de Kindle tiene algunos pocos errores; en particular, algunas "e" aparecen como "a"; como por ejemplo la frase "tan estirado e inmóvil", aparece como "tan estirado a inmóvil". No sé por qué no revisan esto o si esos errores están ahí a propósito, pero bueno... sólo por eso le doy cuatro estrellas en lugar de 5. Por lo demás, la edición bien y bastante bien traducida. Five Stars Excellent prose and captivating story. Me lo pude haber ahorrado... Es un clásico, pero me gustó muy poco. Para empezar, la traducción deja mucho que desear, supongo que en ella se pierde mucho del talento del autor. Tiene una cantidad de paja innecesaria, pudo omitir muchas descripciones y ahorrar tiempo al lector. He leído muchos clásicos y se que el ritmo es diferente, pero éste me pareció por momentos insufrible. Ningún personaje entrañable, un esposo con una ceguera increible y una mujer sumamente cínica y claramente vacía. La había leído hace tiempo pero ahora la disfruté más ... La había leído hace tiempo pero ahora la disfruté más, es una novela que se ha mantenido a través de los años, citada por innumerables autores, entre ellos Mario Vargas Llosa, que hay que leer, vale la pena. madame Bovary Madame Bovary es una excelente historia .envuelve una trama bien compleja y triste.donde su personaje central sufre grandes trastornos; viviendo in tormento interior por no encontrar LA respuesta a sus verdaderos problemas psicologicos que los llevan a autodestruirse y destruir los seres que las am an. Muy Buena.

Nathan der Weise Hörbuch von Gotthold Ephraim Lessing

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gotthold Ephraim Lessing) — Fri, 21 Feb 2014 21:50:02 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Nathan der Weise Autor:: Gotthold Ephraim Lessing Erzähler: Ernst F. Fürbringer, Edith Heerdegen, Erich Ponto, Elfriede Kuzmany, Lina Carstens Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 1 hr and 34 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 02-21-14 Herausgeber: SWR Edition Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Als der Jude Nathan während eines Waffenstillstands des Dritten Kreuzzugs von einer Geschäftsreise zurückkommt, erfährt er, dass seine Pflegetochter Recha von einem jungen christlichen Tempelherrn aus dem Feuer seines brennenden Hauses gerettet worden ist. Der Ordensritter wiederum verdankt sein Leben dem muslimischen Herrscher Jerusalems, Sultan Saladin, der ihn begnadigt hat, weil er seinem verstorbenen Bruder Assad ähnlich sieht. Saladin befindet sich in finanziellen Schwierigkeiten. Deswegen lässt er, auf Rat seiner Schwester Sittah, den vermögenden Nathan zu sich bringen, um dessen in ganz Jerusalem gerühmte Großzügigkeit auf die Probe zu stellen. Anstatt diesen aber direkt um Geld zu bitten, gibt Saladin vor, zunächst Nathans ebenfalls überall gepriesene Weisheit testen zu wollen, und fragt ihn nach der "wahren Religion". Nathan, von seinem Freund Al-Hafi bereits über Saladins Geldnöte unterrichtet und vor dessen finanzieller Leichtfertigkeit gewarnt, erkennt die Falle. Er entscheidet sich, Saladin "mit einem Märchen abzuspeisen", und beantwortet dessen Frage mit der Parabel, die drei großen Religionen als gleichwertige Ringe darstellt. Tief beeindruckt versteht Saladin dieses Gleichnis sofort. Von Nathans Humanität gerührt, bittet er diesen, von nun an dessen Freund sein zu dürfen. Nathan willigt gern ein und schenkt Saladin, ohne dass er darum gebeten worden wäre, obendrein ein großzügiges Darlehen. Der junge Tempelherr, der Recha zwar aus den Flammen gerettet, aber bisher als bloßes Judenmädchen kaum beachtet hat, wird von Nathan mit ihr zusammengeführt, verliebt sich Hals über Kopf in sie und möchte sie auf der Stelle heiraten. Sein Name jedoch lässt Nathan noch zögern, seine Einwilligung zu geben. Regie und Bearbeitung: Paul Hoffmann, Musik: Rolf Unkel. © Gemeinfrei (P)1956 SWR

All Quiet on the Western Front (Adaptation) Audiobook by Erich Maria Remarque, Tony Evans

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erich Maria Remarque) — Fri, 23 Jan 2015 00:17:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All Quiet on the Western Front (Adaptation) Author: Erich Maria Remarque, Tony Evans Narrator: Rob Penman Format: Abridged Length: 39 mins Language: English Release date: 01-23-15 Publisher: Real Reads Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: When Paul Büumer and his classmates join the army, nothing has prepared them for the death and destruction they witness. Machine guns, huge artillery shells, and poison gas create a nightmare world for these young men and their older comrades. For months and years, attack is followed by counterattack. Will any of Pauls friends survive long enough to return to their families and loved ones? Will there be a place for them at home when peace finally comes? Can any of these soldiers make sense of the massive conflict in which they are involved? Members Reviews: Truly a classic! What a great work of fiction. Feeling ashamed that I had never read this novel but heard so much about it, I finally got a copy and burned through the pages in 3 days. It certainly lived up to its name and legacy. The writing is to the point, Hemingway-esque, and rarely slows. Every fifth paragraph leaves one a jewel phrase or entire sentence that can qualify as a memorable quote. For example: "What do they expect of us if a time ever comes when this war is over? Through the years our business has been killing;--it was our first calling in life. Our knowledge of life is limited to death. What will happen afterwards? And what shall come of us?" In my opinion, the Nazis burned Remarque's books not because he changed his name to a non-German name, but because this book is filled with anti-war sentiment cloaked as it had to be in 1928 when this was first published. To have lived through war in the trenches as Remarque did, qualifies him to speak to the insanity of mass killing that is war. Let us all read his pages and imbibe the message of the cruelty and senselessness of war. I feel as if I want to go out and obtain a copy of every book Remarque ever published. Let his experience be our teacher; let his message endure. Let every school-kid in the world read and study these pages, so they come to know what war is. Let the decision-makers of the world pore over every passage, and ask themselves whether they will send their children to war. Let Remarque's works guide their decision. Truly a classic. Insight to war The character, Paul, gives us insight to the thoughts of our "enemy", was he an enemy or was he another young man caught up in the excitement of war, which would change as he faced death and destruction. Too often we look at war from only our perspective, this book caused me to realize that our enemy is not the foe we face in war, rather our enemy lies within ourselves and our senseless disregard for all of our brothers. Really meaningful book We saw men with their skull blasted open. Man who ran with his two feet cut off, they staggered with their splintered stomps onto the next shell hole. A lance corporal crawls a mile and a half on his smashed knees after him. We saw man in the dressing station and over his clapsed hand who has held bulge his intestines. We saw men without mouth, jaw and faces. The sun and the moon rises, shells wine and life ends Good read Interesting read to get another perspective and then compare to today's military issues and stories, somethings are more alike than not. The reviews for this book for the most part are on target.

San Manuel Bueno Martir Audio Libro por Miguel de Unamuno

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miguel de Unamuno) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:50:47 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: San Manuel Bueno Martir Autor: Miguel de Unamuno Narrador: Jesus Rois Frey Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 18 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 02-10-11 Editor: Audiomol Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 5 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: Ángela Carballino escribe la historia de don Manuel Bueno, párroco de su pueblecito, Valverde de Lucerna. Múltiples hechos lo muestran como un santo vivo, de carne y hueso, un dechado de amor a los hombres, especialmente a los más desgraciados, y entregado a consolar a los amargados y atediados, y ayudar a todos a bien morir. Sin embargo, algunos indicios hacen adivinar a Ángela que algo lo tortura interiormente: su actividad desbordante parece encubrir una infinita y eterna tristeza que con heroica santidad recataba a los ojos y los oídos de los demás. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: La inmortalidad del alma desde la óptica de Unamuno Excelente libro. Muestra indiscutible de que se puede hacer buena literatura con pocas páginas. En síntesis, la obra trata de exponer apretadamente la mayoría de premisas religiosas que tenia Unamuno. En este sentido, se puede notar la profunda angustia en que vive el personaje principal (San Manuel Bueno), la cual tiene como causa sus dudas sobre la resurrección y la vida venidera; dudas que a su vez eran compartidas por el autor. Pienso que el libro está diseñado más que nada para reflexionar sobre esta temática; no obstante, llama poderosamente la atención la resolución que toma San Manuel Bueno, él cual, a pesar de haber perdido su fe, parece optar por seguir el engaño... así, Unamuno nos deja con una obra abierta, en dónde es posible dar múltiples interpretaciones sobre la resolución de éste último. Muy recomendable; sin embargo, aconsejo al lector interesado en la obra de Unamuno que intente adentrarse a este pensador por medio de otros libros, ya que si empieza por este, pudiera caer en el error de que el autor pretende adoctrinar a los lectores en el ateismo, cuando en realidad me parece que solo expone sus dudas sobre la inmortalidad del alma, pero sin en sí ofrecer una respuesta a esta interrogante. A good high school edition, but not perfect Pay close attention to the label--if you're in a high school AP Spanish class or the equivalent, this is a great resource. The famous, highly allegorical Unamuno story, about a priest beloved by his flock yet who doubts the possibility of an afterlife, is of course a classic, and should be read regardless; and this edition provides a good way to read it. It includes helpful biographical and literary introductions, as well as thorough footnotes on vocabulary and some basic footnotes on literary or cultural allusions. Furthermore, all of this is in (reasonably sophisticated) Spanish, which is really important for learners of all levels. Nonetheless, there were problems. Sometimes the literary/cultural footnotes were too basic for someone with a decent knowledge of Catholicism, history, or Spain; and sometimes there was no footnote where there should have been, for something unclear or obscure.

An Enemy of the People Audiobook by Henrik Ibsen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henrik Ibsen) — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:01:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Enemy of the People Author: Henrik Ibsen Narrator: Flo Gibson Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-17 Publisher: Audio Book Contractors, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Dr. Stockman is ridiculed and persecuted by the town's politicians and townspeople for telling the truth about the town's polluted public baths. This theme of safety warnings and scientific data being ignored for political and economic gain can still be seen almost daily in today's news. Members Reviews: The Lesson Still Resonates Today This is a great story. I read it in college, and it stuck with me.I re-read it because of problems in the tourist industry of my hometown, which is causing serious health problems. This translation, while quite old, is still quite good and catches the flavor of the period. VERY TRUE STORY FOR TODAY This book, written in the form of a play, is as true today as when it was written. Don't let the fact that it is a "play" keep you from reading it! I never thought I would want to read a play either, but this one has changed my perspective on them. Rather than tell what the book is about, which ruins the story for me, I would just highly recommend that people read this. It's a good story with a good morality element. Exactly as described. My daughter loved it! Exactly as described. My daughter loved it! Great allegory of standing for whatâs right even when no ... Great allegory of standing for whatâs right even when no one stands with you. Loved this book and would recommend. Timeless Wonderful lessons in 2016. This second sentence is meant to fulfill kindles 16 word more requirement. Almost there. Oh, yeah!

Tainstvennyj ostrov (audiospektakl') Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 15:49:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Tainstvennyj ostrov (audiospektakl') Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Mikhail Kozakov, Oleg Gerasimov, Mikhail Gouldan, Alexander Kasyanov, Oleg Bourdelov, Oleg Sherbinin Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-13 Publisher: Cdcom Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: "Tainstvennyj ostrov" - odin iz samyh uvlekatel'nyh romanov francuzskogo pisatelja-fantasta Zhjulja Verna.Vo vremena grazhdanskoj vojny v SShA pjatero smel'chakov-severjan spasajutsja ot plena na vozdushnom share. Strashnaja burja vybrasyvaet ih na bereg neobitaemogo ostrova. Otvaga i talanty novyh poselencev ostrova pomogajut im obustroit' svoju zhizn'. Mirnoe prebyvanie "robinzonov" na ostrove narushaet ugroza napadenija piratov, no na pomoshh' prihodit tainstvennyj i vsemogushhij drug...Slushajte novyj radiospektakl' po znamenitomu romanu Zhjulja Verna "Tainstvennyj ostrov". V roli kapitana Nemo narodnyj artist Rossii Mihail Kozakov. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

The Count of Monte Cristo Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Thu, 26 Oct 2000 08:31:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Count of Monte Cristo Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Bill Homewood Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 10-26-00 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The Count of Monte Cristo is a tale of revenge and retribution. Edmond Dantes, a young, energetic sailor, is falsely accused of treason on his wedding day and incarcerated in the forbidding Chateau d'If prison. His escape and ultimate revenge on those who wronged him makes this one of the most thrilling stories in French literature, as compelling now as when it was first published in 1846. Editorial Reviews: Dumas's sweeping adventure tale of the wrongly imprisoned Edmond Dantés, his transformation into the Count of Monte Cristo, and the long and elaborate course of his revenge on his enemies could certainly be a challenge for audiobook listeners. The intricate plot and dozens of characters require 52 hours in this unabridged production. Fans of the novel will likely appreciate the care taken in the creation of this ambitious production. The recording is crisp and clean, narrator Bill Homewood's pace matches the action well, and the volume is consistent throughout. Homewood invests each character with personality and heart, and throughout the tale his narration remains clear, forceful, and committed. Members Reviews: The Count of Monte Cristo Excellent production and Bill Homewood is fantastic. Highly recommended. Get the unabridged version Note even as good as the cliff notes. Despite valiant narrative efforts, it is just too short. This version captures none of the grandeur, sweetness, scale, or depth of the book. Get the unabridged version.

12 contes de Maupassant Livre Audio par Guy de Maupassant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy de Maupassant) — Mon, 01 Dec 2014 19:08:59 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: 12 contes de Maupassant Auteur: Guy de Maupassant Narrateur: Fabienne Prost Format: Unabridged Durée: 2 hrs and 37 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 12-01-14 Éditeur: Compagnie du Savoir Evaluation: 4.5 sur 5 sur 8 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Maupassant reste un auteur majeur de la littérature française dont l'influence ne s'est jamais démentie. Les nouvelles sont autant de tableaux de mœurs, vivants témoignages intemporels des hommes, des femmes, de leurs vies et de leurs tourments, de leurs passions et de leurs travers. Voici les douze nouvelles de notre sélection : Maupassant a passé son enfance en Normandie où il rencontre Flaubert, ami de la famille, qui devient son maître spirituel. Après la guerre de 1870, dont l'épreuve de l'horreur garde une place centrale dans son œuvre, Maupassant côtoie avec son ami Flaubert les salons littéraires parisiens. Sa première publication, Boule de suif, est un succès. Mais, atteint par la syphilis, il sait qu'il a peu de temps à vivre et c'est dans l'urgence qu'il écrit des romans comme Une vie, Bel ami et surtout de nombreuses nouvelles, art dont il devient un maître. Son œuvre, d'abord tableau de mœurs ironiques, porte, à mesure que la folie le ronge, une véritable noirceur. Ses derniers écrits fantastiques comme Le Horla témoignent de l'emprise de la mort sur son esprit. Il tente de se suicider en 1892 mais c'est l'année suivante qu'il s'éteint, vaincu par la maladie. © Domaine public (P)2014 Compagnie du Savoir

The Double Audiobook by Fyodor Dostoevsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fyodor Dostoevsky) — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 13:49:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Double Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky Narrator: Alastair Cameron Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 02-15-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Usually timid and subservient, councilor Golyadkin has lately become worryingly paranoid. After being humiliatingly thrown out of a party for acting erratically, he runs off into the night where he is shocked to come across a man who appears to be his exact double. The double follows him home and begins to insinuate himself into every part of Golyadkin's life, and alternates between befriending him and cruelly taunting him. Worse still, the double has all the qualities that Golyadkin himself lacks such as charisma, self-assurance, and decisiveness. Considered to be a response to the work of Gogol, this book explores themes of loneliness, individualism and man's search for identity, told through the eyes of an extremely unreliable individual. Can Golyadkin get rid of the double before he takes over his life completely? Just who is this bizarre man, and why is he persecuting Golyadkin? Members Reviews: Thought provoking novella This novella (The Double) is a provocative exploration of sanity, sense of self, and perception. Dostoyevsky cleverly employs mirrors to focus one's contemplation on self-reflection, and when the dust all settles, nothing is truly certain. Who is the doppelganger? Who is crazy? The beauty of this book is that the answers to these questions and more can be lengthily discussed, debated, considered and, ultimately, reserved for another read and another discussion. I read this book as a part of Another Look Book Club, put on by Stanford University. The focus is on oft-overlooked, not-as-well-known classics which are short (<200pp). The discussion panel for this book included a Russian ex-pat, a Russian Literature professor and a Stanford Literature Professor. The discussion was lively and thought provoking, especially because each discussant had his/her own perspective and often it disagreed sharply with the others' perspectives. If you have a chance to look at the video of the discussion, you may enjoy it. This book is not easy to read and i suspect that is the point This book is not easy to read and i suspect that is the point. the main character is losing his mind and you get a front row seat. if you ever had a conversation with a mentally ill person think how long did that last? Now imagine being in that person's head. Not something you would do for fun. I'd rather watch an adapted movie. If you are insane, do you know it? A trip inside a deranged mind. Five Stars if you have read Kafka "the trial". Well The Double is its forerunner. Brilliantly written but tragic story from the inside of a ... Brilliantly written but tragic story from the inside of a man's insane perspective. Please don't let it happen to me. He is a great writer!

The Double Audiobook by Fyodor Dostoevsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fyodor Dostoevsky) — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:47:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Double Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky Narrator: Stefan Rudnicki Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-09 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The Double illustrates Dostoevsky's uncanny ability at capturing the complexity of human emotion, especially the darker side of the human psyche. Critic Reviews: "Not one of the author's better-known works, this 1846 novel introduces Golyadkin, a man who one day meets his exact double....Golyadkin's happy life spirals downward into paranoia and neurosis as his friends begin to abandon him for the doppelganger." ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: Takeover of One's Self BOOK REVIEW: The Double by Fyodor Dostoevsky Takeover of Ones Self Jean A. Vachon WICKENBURG, AZ - Yakov Petrovich Golyadkin is a government clerk. In this poignant novel by one of the greatest Russian writers, Fyodo Dostoevsky, Golyadkin finds out to his dismay that a fellow clerk has taken over his identity. Before he discovers that he has a double, we are familiarized with Golyadkin, his habits, his dreams, his everyday actions. The novel is slow and reminds the reader of daily life. But the end result is poetic in that the author reflects on ordinary life and aspirations. The main character is approaching the end of his working life. He is getting old. What are his future prospects? And then appears this younger copy of himself. The comparison is severe and brings Golyadkin close to insanity. The psychological analysis in this short novel is fantastic! I was familiarized with the literary merit of Dostoevsky in the course of my university studies through the study of Crime and Punishment, The Idiot, and The Brothers Karamazov, a long time ago. These fantastic novels have enriched my understanding of life. The emotions, fears and difficulties of life that they describe are so real and haunting in their psychological analysis motivate me in strongly recommending the listening or reading of The Double, the story of the takeover of ones self. A nightmare A nightmare: Mr Goliadkin, a Russian bureaucrat, finds his life falling apart, and to make matters worse, someone who looks exactly like him, and has the same name, shows up and appears to be conspiring against him. Things do not end well for Mr Goliadkin. I can't think of anything else I've read by Dostoevsky where the narrator had such a loose grip on reality. The action is presented from Goliadkin's point of view, and it's hard to tell when he's seeing something for real and when he's hallucinating. The prose itself, with its repetitions of key words, especially proper names, begins to have a hallucinatory quality. Goliadkin slides into full-blown paranoia, and at times he takes us with him. Richard Pevar, in the introduction to his translation of the book - not the one used here - says two things about it that seem wrong to me.

The Three Musketeers Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Mon, 08 Dec 2014 01:00:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Three Musketeers Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Michael Page Format: Unabridged Length: 23 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 12-08-14 Publisher: The Classic Collection Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The young and headstrong D'Artagnan, having proven his bravery by dueling with each, becomes a friend of Athos, Porthos, and Aramis, members of the King's Musketeers. At the urging of the woman he loves, he and his friends head for England to reclaim two diamond studs that the Queen imprudently gave to her lover, the Duke of Buckingham. However, the chief minister of King Louis XIII will resort to anything to stop the Musketeers from interfering with his plan to ruin Queen Annes reputationeven murder. The Three Musketeers is one of the world's greatest adventure stories, and its heroes have become symbols of youth, daring, and friendship. Behind the flashing blades, Dumas explores the eternal conflict between good and evil. This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love. Members Reviews: Review On The Narrator, The Book Is A Classic Any additional comments? The best audio book I've ever listened to. My first experience with Michael Page. His voices for both male and female characters is great. There are so many characters in this book that it takes great skill to provide a different imaginary image for all of them. If Page had a limited amount of voices this book would have been lame. But he was a great narrator and I definitely looking forward to future books narrated by him.

A Sentimental Education Audiobook by Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Tue, 12 Nov 2013 20:29:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Sentimental Education Author: Gustave Flaubert Narrator: Jonathan Fried Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 18 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Frederic Moreau is a law student returning home to Normandy from Paris when he first notices Mme. Arnoux, a slender, dark woman several years older than himself. It is the beginning of an infatuation that will last a lifetime. He befriends her husband, an influential businessman, and their paths cross and re-cross over the years. Through financial upheaval, political turmoil, and countless affairs, Mme. Arnoux remains the constant, unattainable love of Moreau's life. Based on Flaubert's own youthful passion for an older woman, Sentimental Education blends love story, historical authenticity, and satire to create one of the greatest French novels of the nineteenth century.

The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen Audiobook by Rudolf Erich Raspe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rudolf Erich Raspe) — Thu, 01 Jun 2017 05:51:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen Author: Rudolf Erich Raspe Narrator: Roy Macready Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 06-01-17 Publisher: Spiders' House Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This is the first volume of The Travels and Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen by Rudolf Erich Raspe. The Baron relates his fantastical experiences and exploits, telling of the many singular incidents such as climbing to the moon on a beanstalk, riding on a cannonball, being swallowed by a fish and being rescued from its insides, flying on an eagle from Margate to America, and many other incredible adventures, and challenges anyone who doubts him, asserting he is "a traveler of veracity!" Members Reviews: Great for Children, Entertaining for Adults. I got this on Kindle. There were no illustrations, though I can imagine that illustrating a book such as this could be great fun. The stories are stories that you have heard whether or not you have ever read the Surprising Adventures of Baron Munchausen, but these are the originals. Great stories to read to children and grandchildren before bed. Even more entertaining for the adults. I read this Raspe book 65 years ago. Bought ... I read this Raspe book 65 years ago. Bought it for my grandson. Why 4 stars and not 5? Unfortunately, no illustrations ... Unlimeted Fantasy with esquisite This book is wonderful combination of great adventures that any kid will find amazing and any adult will thin as unbelievable. And if that is not enough, Gustave Doreâs illustrations are worth a million words. Five Stars The book is funny and it is a must read. This piece is part of general knowledge. Follow the Baron! Good older book. Great perspective 9n liars and lying.

The Voyage Out Audiobook by Virginia Woolf

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Virginia Woolf) — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:51:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Voyage Out Author: Virginia Woolf Narrator: Wanda McCaddon Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 01-11-11 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Rachel Vinrace, Virginia Woolf's first heroine, is a motherless young woman who, at 24, embarks on a sea voyage with a party of other English folk to South America. Guileless, and with only a smattering of education, Rachel is taken under the wing of her aunt Helen, who wishes to teach Rachel "how to live." Arriving in Santa Marina, a village on the South American coast, Rachel and Helen are introduced to a group of English expatriates. Among them is the young, sensitive Terence Hewet, an aspiring writer, with whom Rachel falls in love. But theirs is ultimately a tale of doomed love, set against a chorus of other stories and other points of view, as the narrative shifts focus between its central and peripheral characters. Less formally experimental than her later novels, The Voyage Out nonetheless clearly lays bare the poetic style and innovative technique---with its multiple figures of consciousness, its detailed portraits of characters' inner lives, and its constant shifting between the quotidian and the profound---that are the signature of Woolf's fiction. Members Reviews: Perceptive, sensitive, well performed Perceptively and sensitively performed as there are many characters and dialogue propels the novel forward. A very satisfactory reading and listening experience, observant, detailed, crafted masterly. This is a novel readers should read, put on their reading list, whether one is going through the classic or not. Read beyond Virginia Woolf's To the Lighthouse and Mrs. Dalloway. I'm going now to Jacob's Room.

Skazki Pushkina Audiobook by Aleksandr Pushkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aleksandr Pushkin) — Tue, 26 Nov 2013 17:29:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Skazki Pushkina Author: Aleksandr Pushkin Narrator: Vadim Maksimov, Denis Nekrasov, Stepan Starchikov Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 11-26-13 Publisher: Cdcom Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Skazki A.S. PushkinaSoderzhanie:1. Skazka o rybake i rybke 2. Skazka o mertvoj carevne i o semi bogatyrjah 3. Skazka o Saltane 4. Skazka o pope i o rabotnike ego Balde. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Money Audiobook by Émile Zola, Valerie Minogue (translator)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Émile Zola) — Wed, 13 Aug 2014 15:14:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Money Author: Émile Zola, Valerie Minogue (translator) Narrator: Napoleon Ryan Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The irresistible power of money, a lever that can lift the world. Love and money are the only things. Aristide Rougon, known as Saccard, is a failed property speculator determined to make his way once more in Paris. Unscrupulous, seductive, and with unbounded ambition, he schemes and manipulates his way to power. Financial undertakings in the Middle East lead to the establishment of a powerful new bank and speculation on the stock market; Saccard meanwhile conducts his love life as energetically as he does his business, and his empire is seemingly unstoppable. Saccard, last encountered in The Kill (La Curée) in Zola's Rougon-Macquart series, is a complex figure whose story intricately intertwines the worlds of politics, finance, and the press. The repercussions of his dealings on all levels of society resonate disturbingly with the financial scandals of more recent times. This is the first new translation for more than 100 years, and the first unabridged translation in English. The edition includes a wide-ranging introduction and useful historical notes. Members Reviews: A forgotten gem Wall Street shenanigans are nothing new. Zola wrote about the French equivalent in 1891. Zola's works stand the test of time and it's a shame he is read so little today. Saccard is deliciously bad. You can't help liking him just for his shear mendacity and financial chutzpah. A 19th c. version of Bernie Madoff . Napolean Ryan is perfect as a narrator every bit as brilliant with character voice as Fredrick Davidson. Old School Bernie Madoff! Amazing book about the rise and fall of a Madoff's great-great-great-great-great French grandfather! The greatest lesson we can learn from history is that history repeats itself and if we don't learn from the past then we are destined to repeat it.

The Three Musketeers (Dramatized) Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Wed, 03 May 2000 06:47:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Three Musketeers (Dramatized) Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: full cast Format: Highlights Length: 2 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-00 Publisher: Monterey SoundWorks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This exciting full-cast presentation is like nothing you've ever heard before! Critic Reviews: "With swelling musical background and the clash of swordplay, the St. Charles Players bring back the feeling of radio theatre in their rendition of the classic tale by Alexandre Dumas." (School Library Journal) Members Reviews: Dramatic ?!?!? I knew this was a dramatic reading when I got it but,.. nowhere did it say it was a 'bad' dramatic reading. Not very well done, not exciting. Glad I got it out of thr bargain bin.

Great French and Russian Short Stories, Volume 2 Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:06:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Great French and Russian Short Stories, Volume 2 Author: Leo Tolstoy, Alexander Poushkin, Gustave Flaubert Narrator: Walter Zimmerman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 07-15-08 Publisher: Jimcin Recordings Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: No one plumbs deeper depths of the psyche than French and Russian authors. This second wide-ranging collection of 19th-century literary masterworks, presented in their entirety, not only entertains, but provides insight into 19th-century mores and the mysteries of human nature. This second collection contains works by some of the most famous names in French and Russian literature and includes: ©1986 Jimcin Recordings; (P)1986 Jimcin Recordings Editorial Reviews: Authors contained in this short story collection include Pushkin, Tolstoy, Flaubert, and Francois Coppe among others. Walter Zimmerman's subdued and reflective voice establishes a no-frills listening experience; the deep emotions of each story comes from the language itself, and his ponderous tone reflects the collection's overall moral gravity. Listeners will enjoy this lucid performance of classic - albeit some of the lesser known - 19th-century French and Russian stories. Members Reviews: Great stories, read adequately, usually Narration on this is of the older sort, when acting was more subdued and more monotone readings ruled. There are some strange voices and some dry flat performances, but if you can work through that, the stories are gold. But I have a hard time listening for long as it makes me a little tired. I think that is as plain as things can be, so I will not elaborate. I really enjoy the selection and every one of them has charm and value.

Tristes tropiques Livre Audio par Claude Lévi-Strauss

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Claude Lévi-Strauss) — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 13:48:15 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Tristes tropiques Sous-titre: 1ère partie Auteur: Claude Lévi-Strauss Narrateur: Jean-Pierre Lorit Format: Unabridged Durée: 6 hrs and 35 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 09-21-12 Éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés Evaluation: 3 sur 5 sur 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: "Je hais les voyages et les explorateurs", toute première phrase de l'ouvrage, affirme sans détour son rejet de l'exotisme comme porte vers le sensationnel. Il s'agit ici d'un voyage bien plus philosophique, retour sur les études de terrain qui ont formé son esprit d'ethnologue. Comment se positionner face à l'autre, face à des cultures aux structures si différentes ? Quelles sont les valeurs intrinsèques de l'Homme ? Sur quoi baser une société ? Tristes Tropiques permet de suivre l'émerveillement du jeune homme mais aussi le résultat des réflexions du scientifique après plusieurs décennies d'études ; et cette association si originale donne à l'œuvre sa puissance si particulière. Ouvrage sans égal de l'ethnographie contemporaine, destiné à large public, Tristes Tropiques nous transporte. Au travers de la réalité quotidienne d'un jeune homme parti à la découverte de l'altérité des cultures, Claude Lévi-Strauss dépeint les émerveillements mais aussi les difficultés du voyage. Nous suivons avec passion le travail de l'ethnologue, ses réflexions et ses interrogations sur les tribus du Brésil et d'Asie auprès desquelles il vit pendant plusieurs mois, mais aussi sa mise en perspective des ressorts de notre société occidentale. Claude Lévi-Strauss nous livre les clés intellectuelles pour la compréhension du monde, des civilisations. Son voyage philosophique questionne la place de l'homme dans la nature et notre rapport à l'autre. La succession Lévi-Strauss et les Editions Plon ont décidé d'offrir une version sonore intégrale du texte en confiant la production aux Editions Frémeaux & Associés. Enfin, le musée du Quai Branly qui n'aurait sans doute jamais existé sans la lutte contre les préjugés de Claude Lévi-Strauss, apporte aujourd'hui son soutien à cette œuvre incarnée. Amoureux de la langue, Jean-Pierre Lorit rend l'intégralité de l'œuvre accessible et fluide par une lecture pleine de sens et de rythme. ©2012 Editions Plon - Frémeaux et Associés (P)2012 Groupe Frémeaux Colombini SAS Revues par les critiques: La presse en parle ""Je hais les voyages et les explorateurs". La toute première phrase de Tristes Tropiques, ouvrage sans égal de l'ethnographie contemporaine et véritable voyage philosophique, affirme d'emblée le rejet, par Claude Lévi-Strauss, de l'exotisme comme porte vers le sensationnel. Figure fondatrice de la pensée structuraliste, anthropologue et penseur, Claude Lévi-Strauss (1908-2009) est aussi sorti du strict cadre des études académiques. En 1955, le fameux Tristes tropiques l'a fait connaître et apprécier de multiples lecteurs.

Metamorphosis Audiobook by Franz Kafka

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franz Kafka) — Wed, 31 Aug 2016 15:03:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Metamorphosis Author: Franz Kafka Narrator: Monroe Clark McBride Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-16 Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: As travelling salesman Gregor Samsa awoke one morning from uneasy dreams, he found himself transformed in his bed into a gigantic insect. He was lying on his hard - as if it were armor-plated - back, and when he lifted his head a little he could see his domelike brown belly divided into stiff arched segments, on top of which the bed quilt could hardly stay in place and was about to slide off completely. His numerous legs, which were pitifully thin compared to the rest of his bulk, waved helplessly before his eyes. Members Reviews: Portable and well translated! This is a well-translated, very portable version of a truly extraordinary book. If you're looking for the most affordable version of The Metamorphosis, this is the best fit I've found! It's clear and engaging, and has slightly simpler vocabulary than many. This means it would be great for a classroom setting or as a gift for a younger reader, a current English learner, or anyone who doesn't enjoy being sent to the dictionary when they're trying to enjoy a book. The story itself is fresh as ever--while this isn't personally my favorite of Kafka's work, I love the absurdism and the economy of language that he employs within it! I was very pleased with the binding quality as well, and there are several amusing graphics inside the book that made it just that bit more fun to read. The biggest selling point for me personally was the size-- I'm a pack rat, so it is often difficult to find books that will fit wherever I need them to. This has made a wonderful addition to my commute this week, for the price of a Starbucks order or a single decent sock. You can't go wrong! The Trial: [Original Edition] Paperback â December 24, 2016 - Don't Buy This Version Don't Like It: Initial Review here - is for this specific edition The Trial: [Original Edition] Paperback â December 24, 2016 - it's a cut and paste Gutenberg book project file in the super tiniest font. Impossible to read. I'm jumping over to another version and will re-visit with actual book review now that I can read that.The Trial: [Original Edition] That one can waste away their life at a company (or with people) ... The Metamorphosis is one of those books that you either read in high school or you never read at all. I heard so many people talking about The Metamorphosis and I thought that I wouldn't ever read the book and all of the puns, allusions and themes discussed between friends would just go over my head for the rest of my life. I finally decided to give the book a shot. I was quite surprised by how short the book is, and yet how relateable it is to my current life expectations and experience. The Metamorphosis is a book I would suggest to everyone to read. As I make my way from college to "being an adult" the concept discussed in the first part of the book I found to be the most relevant. Kafka discusses having a job and the expectations of having a job. That one can waste away their life at a company (or with people) that do not value you as a human being can do significant harm to your being. Anyways, great book, I'm happy I decided to read it.

Der Sandmann Hörbuch von E. T. A. Hoffmann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (E. T. A. Hoffmann) — Fri, 11 May 2007 10:00:00 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Der Sandmann Autor:: E. T. A. Hoffmann Erzähler: Alexis Krüger Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 1 hr and 12 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-11-07 Herausgeber: BUCHFUNK Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Wie kaum ein zweites Mal ist es Hoffmann in der Geschichte des armen Studenten Nathanael gelungen, sein ureigenstes Mittel, die unauflösbare Mehrdeutigkeit des Erzählten, ins Werk zu setzen. Sprecher Alexis Krüger schafft es, uns mit seiner Interpretation des "Sandmann" den nach-metaphysisch lachenden Philosophen-Hoffmann zu präsentieren. Alexis Krüger steckt auch hinter der Filmfigur "Beutolomäus", die vielen aus dem KI.KA bekannt sein dürfte. Der Sandmann liegt in der Reihe "phonetics classics" in einer gekürzten Fassung vor, ohne dass der Text dadurch an Inhalt und Eindringlichkeit einbüßt. Mitglieder Bewertungen: great energy! a great classic sci-fi horror - read with passion and very clear. worth listening to multiples times for those learning german

Siddharta [Spanish Edition] Audio Libro por Hermann Hesse

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hermann Hesse) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 16:28:44 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Siddharta [Spanish Edition] Autor: Hermann Hesse Narrador: Joaquin Rodrigo Madrigal Formato: Abridged Duración: 3 hrs and 54 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 08-09-16 Editor: Alberich Ediciones Mexico Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 21 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: La novela ambientada en la India tradicional, relata la vida de "Siddharta" , unjoven que se convierte en hombre para quien el camino de la verdad pasapor la renuncia y la comprensión de la unidad que subyace en todo loexistente. En sus páginas, el autor ofrece todas las opciones espiritualesdel hombre.Durante el relato "Hermann Hesse" propone las muy diversos encrucijadasespirituales en los que todo ser humano, de cualquier cultura y epoca, puedeencontrarse sobre los que aprovecha para reflexionar. Lo mas representativode la espiritualidad oriental al servicio del occidental. Todo un lujo literario queHermann Hesse resuelve con algo mas que oficio y profundidad. Su sencillez,su estilo poético, de gran belleza narrativa, su profundidad emocional, suespiritualidad y sensualidad hacen de esta novela una de las mas fascinantesexperiencias literarias.Hermann Hesse, Premio Nobel de Literatura en 1946. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Excelente! Desde el comienzo hasta el final - maravilloso! lo disfruté al máximo. Especialmente recomendado para aquellos que buscan las fortalezas del espíritu.

The Hand Audiobook by Georges Simenon, Linda Coverdale - Translator

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Georges Simenon) — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 18:08:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hand Author: Georges Simenon, Linda Coverdale - Translator Narrator: Peter Brooke Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 6 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: A new translation of George Simenon's taut, devastating psychological novel set in American suburbia. The inspiration for the new play by award-winning playwright David Hare. 'I had begun, God knows why, tearing a corner off of everyday truth, begun seeing myself in another kind of mirror, and now the whole of the old, more or less comfortable truth was falling to pieces.' Confident and successful, New York advertising executive Ray Sanders takes what he wants from life. When he goes missing in a snowstorm in Connecticut one evening, his closest friend begins to reassess his loyalties, gambling with Ray's fate and his own future. Members Reviews: predecessor of Gone Girl Upon listening to this, I wonder whether Gillian Flynn has read it and used it as a model for Gone Girl. The psychological perspective is superbly written, and you can feel the agony of a the protagonist in a oppressive marriage. There is also an echo of Poe's Tell Tale Heart in terms of the narrative voice which is awesome, and it is perdectly paced. Many novels that could be excellent are reduced to mediocrity by poor pacing and this author masters it. Simenon psychology For many people, Simenon is Maigret and Paris. This is neither, and demonstrates the breadth of Simenon's writing and the depth of his understanding of human nature, and of women in particular. A disturbing but compelling psychological study set in America. Well read and thoroughly recommended, albeit a chilly read.

En Busca Del Tiempo Perdido, Pt. 1 Audio Libro por Marcel Proust

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcel Proust) — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 20:21:36 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: En Busca Del Tiempo Perdido, Pt. 1 Subtitular: Por El Camino De Swann (Texto Completo) Autor: Marcel Proust Narrador: Daniel Quintero Formato: Unabridged Duración: 3 hrs and 21 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 11-26-07 Editor: Yoyo USA, Inc Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 23 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: This monumental masterpiece by Marcel Proust (1871-1922) is an immense portrait of an entire society and is considered as one of the greatest novels in all literature. As its title shows, Proust tried to recover in his work what the past had been, and in doing so, made an incisive analysis of his times, with unforgettable characters - most of them were based on his acquaintances. This work reflects one of the foremost travels through the subconscious ever written. Opiniones de los miembros: This one is not unabridged Any additional comments? I was hoping to have Proust's seven books unabridged, but they're in fact abridged. Big disappointment. Audible should fix this information. No es versión completa!!! What did you like best about this story? Would you be willing to try another one of Daniel Quinteros performances? Could you see En Busca Del Tiempo Perdido, Pt. 1 being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? Any additional comments? NOT unabriged at all... it's onlya a brief of less that half original. SCAM. excelente bellisimo libro. una delicia que invita a seguir leyendo a Proust. la narracion hace amena la lectura

Catriona Audiobook by Robert Louis Stevenson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Louis Stevenson) — Thu, 23 Mar 2006 04:00:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Catriona Author: Robert Louis Stevenson Narrator: Frederick Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 03-23-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Catriona, first published in 1893, is the sequel to Kidnapped and continues the adventures of David Balfour and his friend Alan Breck. Balfour returns to the city in order to defend Breck against false charges in the Appin murder. In so doing, he becomes a pawn in a game between feuding Scottish clans; he also sets eyes on a young woman whose involvement in the same matter becomes as central to his actions as his desire to vindicate his comrade in arms. (P)1997 Blackstone Audiobooks Critic Reviews: "Frederick Davidson delivers the text of this nineteenth-century novel with a thoroughly convincing variety of Scottish brogues and English accents." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: A treat This was an unexpected treat. I read "Kidnapped" in high school (and have listened to several audiobook versions since), but I never got around to reading the sequel. It is, in some ways, an even more interesting story than its predecessor. David Balfour here completes the process of growing up that he began in the highlands of Scotland. "Catriona" shows the final unfolding of the events that began with the Appin murder. In the process, David is kidnapped again, finds friends in unexpected places, and falls in love. His alliances are complicated: there are few complete saints or sinners here, and even his greatest benefactors are motivated more than a little by self-interest. In the process, David demonstrates physical courage, but more importantly he also shows great moral courage. There's also, unexpectedly, some sexual tension. David never labels it as such, and Stevenson is discreet in the best Victorian manner, but at one point in the book it's clear that's what's going on. At that point, David and Catriona are thrown together in close proximity, but it's not just the frustrations of love that drive David into frightening mood swings, complete with slammed doors and paroxysms of guilt. Frederick Davidson is an acquired taste, as I've said in other reviews. I acquired the taste a few years ago and can listen to him now with pleasure and even affection; but my first reaction to his unusual voice was dismay. So I understand that this audiobook may not be to everyone's taste. But if you liked "Kidnapped," and you enjoy Stevenson, and you want to find out how things turned out for David, Alan, and the rest of the gang, give this one a try. A delightful book It's hard to say what I liked best about this book -- the writing, the story, the narration -- but it was just one of those books that was so enjoyable to listen to sitting in a park by a pond with ducks and geese, that it will always stay in my memory. The story carries one along effortlessly as you get to know the characters and discover their dilemma. A delightful book that will leave you wanting more. Sequel to Kidnapped The story is about David Balfour (main character of Kidnapped) further adventures. This romatic sequel was written in about 1893 (seven years after Kidnapped). This story stands on it's own, and you do NOT need to read Kidnapped to fully enjoy this book. Be prepared that this story requires more focused listening because of the language used during the period. Be sure to listen to the sample. The story is narrated by Fredrich Davidson who has many excellent voices.

Dubliners Audiobook by James Joyce

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Joyce) — Thu, 30 Jun 2016 15:49:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dubliners Subtitle: A Volume in the Collected Stories of the World's Greatest Writers Series Author: James Joyce Narrator: Gerry O'Brien Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-16 Publisher: Punch Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Dubliners is a collection of 15 short stories by James Joyce, first published in 1914. They form a naturalistic depiction of Irish middle class life in and around Dublin in the early years of the 20th century. The initial stories in the collection are narrated by child protagonists, and as the stories continue, they deal with the lives and concerns of progressively older people. This is in line with Joyce's tripartite division of the collection into childhood, adolescence, and maturity. The stories were written when Irish nationalism was at its peak, and a search for a national identity and purpose was raging. At a crossroads of history and culture, Ireland was jolted by various converging ideas and influences. They center on Joyce's idea of an epiphany: a moment where a character experiences a life-changing self-understanding or illumination. Many of the characters in Dubliners later appear in minor roles in Joyce's novel Ulysses. Members Reviews: Loved it! "Dubliners" is a mosaic of life in that city near the turn of the last century. Sometimes poignant, sometimes wickedly funny, sometimes soaring, it includes people up and down the social scale, but mostly down. Many of the characters return in Joyce's later novels "Portrait of the Artist" and "Ulysses." Gerry O'Brien, as he showed in "Portrait," is a wonderful narrator and is particularly wonderful with Joyce. There is something light and seemingly effortless about his reading, right up to the last haunting sentence of the last story, "The Dead." I hope he's able at some point to record "Ulysses" as well. I can't imagine anybody I'd rather listen to, or any narrator I'd be more willing to trust it to.

Around the World in Eighty Days Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Wed, 13 Jan 2016 13:38:55 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Around the World in Eighty Days Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Bill Homewood Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-16 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Undoubtedly one of the most celebrated tales of all time, this is both high-octane thriller and fascinating travelogue. Phileas Fogg, intrepid Victorian gentleman about town, accepts a wager that he cannot travel around the world in 80 days. Naturally, he immediately sets off, accompanied by his French manservant, Passepartout. They are pursued by a police officer, Detective Fix, who is foolishly convinced that Fogg is a bank robber. Much hilarity ensues. On the way, Fogg bravely rescues Aouda, a beautiful Indian princess, from a ceremony of ritual sacrifice. Unexpectedly, our thriller becomes a love story. Members Reviews: Absolutely Gripping A fantastic story set in the Victorian world, with ups and downs and a fair bit of sly humour, all conveyed superbly by the narrator, who never fails to keep you deeply enthralled in the plot and the characters. Pick this up, you won't regret it.

Fausto [Faust] Audio Libro por Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 03:16:51 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Fausto [Faust] Autor: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Narrador: Franco Patiño, Aldo Lumbía, Marciel Moya, Anabel Thanos, Marcelo Garraza, Mariano Peñaflor, Hugo Bazán Formato: Abridged Duración: 1 hr and 38 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-13 Editor: Audiolibros Colección Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 20 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: El doctor Fausto es, en cierta forma, un cadáver: vive junto a su propia muerte. En una ciudad decrépita se celebra una convención médica. Allí, Fausto encuentra a Santos, un antiguo paciente que afirma haber sido desahuciado por éste ocho años atrás. Santos es un ser grosero, inquietante y seductor que guiará a Fausto a través de un viaje alucinante por su propia conciencia: Los deseos de Fausto son órdenes para Santos. Pero no todos los deseos son aceptables: en ellos cabe el odio, la muerte, la destrucción. Contra ellos tendrá que luchar Fausto. Contra sus propios deseos. Contra Santos. Contra sí mismo. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Great Find I tried to get this book in English, but the versions here are either too monotone or I couldn't follow the poetic language. This version was awesome. I loved it. Excelente version abreviada Muy buena la versión, pero recuerde que es abreviada, y se dejan por fuera elementos importantes. abreviado Audio libro muuuuy abreviado. No es el libro completo... y me he quedado muy decepcionada Resumen muy básico y algo sobreactuado What do you think the narrator could have done better? La música de fondo resultó molesta con frecuencia, quitaba la atención de la trama y parecía compuesta como para una telenovela. Además, para el "Fausto viejo" debieron haber utilizado a un actor con una voz acorde a la edad, en lugar de uno que sonaba igual que el "Fausto joven". Any additional comments? La narración está muy básica considerando que se basa en una historia cuyo libro es muy largo, pero como resumen general es buena. me encanto. le entendí más que al libro. muy bien me encanto. le entendí más que al libro que esta mas revuelto. muy bien. gracias

Zapiski yunogo vracha Audiobook by M.A. Bulgakov

biacuaduc@gmail.com (M.A. Bulgakov) — Wed, 08 Oct 2014 04:08:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Zapiski yunogo vracha Author: M.A. Bulgakov Narrator: Vladimir Samoylov Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-08-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Tsikl Zapiski yunogo vracha i drugie rasskazyi pisatelya, predstavlennyie v audioknige, imeli svoim materialom realnyie zhiznennyie obstoyatelstva - sluzhbu Bulgakova v kachestve zemskogo vracha v Smolenskoy gubernii. Rabota nad tsiklom, vidimo, stala perehodnoy ot trudov i dney zemskogo vracha k trudu literaturnomu.Tsikl rasskazov Zapiski yunogo vracha (Polotentse s petuhom, Kreschenie povorotom, Stalnoe gorlo, Vyuga, Tma egipetskaya, Propavshiy glaz, Zvezdnaya syip) a takzhe rasskazyi Morfiy, Neobyiknovennyie priklyucheniya doktora, Krasnaya korona, Kitayskaya istoriya, Nalet, Bogema, Zapiski na manzhetah ob'edinyaet meditsinskaya tema. V osnovu etih rasskazov legli realnyie zhiznennyie obstoyatelstva sluzhbyi Bulgakova v kachestve zemskogo vracha v Smolenskoy gubernii. Rabota nad tsiklom, vidimo, stala perehodnoy ot trudov i dney zemskogo vracha k trudu literaturnomu. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Members Reviews: Russian doctor difficult but funny adventures Loved the book. nice to here what the life had been back 1917 and how people were feeling at revolution. some stories are funny, some are very emotional.

Les Misérables Audiobook by Victor Hugo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Hugo) — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 06:35:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Les Misérables Author: Victor Hugo Narrator: Christopher Cazenove Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Set in the Parisian underworld and plotted like a detective story, Les Misérables follows Jean Valjean, originally an honest peasant, who has been imprisoned for 19 years for stealing a loaf of bread to feed his sister's starving family. A hardened criminal upon his release, he eventually reforms, becoming a successful industrialist and town mayor. Despite this, he is haunted by an impulsive former crime and is pursued relentlessly by the police inspector, Javert. Hugo describes early 19th-century France with a sweeping power that gives his novel epic stature. Among the most famous chapters are the account of the battle of Waterloo and Valjean's flight through the Paris sewers. Members Reviews: Meant to get the unabridged So much detail is missed in this abridged version it is almost not worth getting. Still a great story, but wish I had the unabridged version. Unabridged Not! What would have made Les Misérables better? This is a kids version of the story You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? didn't finish not what I was looking for Enjoyable version of a classic I really enjoyed this abridged version .... A quick recap for those who love Les Mis

The Hunchback of Notre Dame Audiobook by Victor Hugo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Hugo) — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 03:13:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hunchback of Notre Dame Author: Victor Hugo Narrator: Julie Christie Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-14-17 Publisher: Phoenix Books Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: This tale of a man with no comfortable place in scandalous medieval Europe has become the story of a poignant hero. When Quasimodo, the hunchback of Notre Dame, appears before the masses as the "Pope of Fools", the crowd beholds an enormous cyclops-like creature. His whole body seems a twisted grimace. Yet, with all his deformity, there is a certain grace and agility in him and he possesses an endearing passion...and when the gypsy Esmerelda stands between his two executioners, Quasimodo makes the ultimate sacrifice. Narrated by Academy Award winning actress Julie Christie, best known for her starring roles in Shampoo and Finding Neverland and her leading role as Lara in Dr. Zhivago. Members Reviews: A deserved classic Another tragic work full of love, passion, tears and horror from a true master prose. It took me years to get around to reading it, I thank God that I finally did Five Stars Have always enjoyed reading Hugo Who is Quasimodo? Great introduction to Quasimodo for young readers. My fourth grade grandson can read in his own A great and powerful book by a great and powerful author. It is always worthwhile to read a classic novel. Victor Hugo is among the four of five greatest writers of all time. Four Stars Good read but skimmed thru most of the obsessive detail about city of Paris description and Paris architecture, etc.

The Black Tulip Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 05:14:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Black Tulip Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Peter Joyce Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-11 Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: When tulip-grower Cornelius van Baerle is framed for treason and sentenced to death, he is powerless against the brutal factional politics that put him in prison. But Rosa, the jailers daughter, is beautiful and strong-willed, and when they fall in love she determines not only to save him but also to grow the near mythical flower: the black tulip.S et in the savage turmoil of Hollands late 17th century, this intimate novel celebrates the power of integrity over obsession, and tolerance over violence; and it creates in the black tulip a symbol of humanitys potential. Editorial Reviews: The quest to grow a black tulip doesn't have the same narrative appeal as Dumas's Count of Monte Cristo or Three Musketeers, but it provides adventure enough for those who love the great melodramas of the nineteenth century. Peter Joyce delivers a fine rendition of Dumas's meaty prose and is especially good at depicting villains and brutal jailers, less effective at conveying his nubile heroine. Although this is a lesser work by Dumas, the author's judicious detachment, voiced so well in Joyce's calm and untroubled delivery, holds the promise throughout that innocence will triumph and justice eventually prevail: The villain will be vanquished, and the power of the black tulip will somehow open the prison doors and unite the fateful lovers. Members Reviews: Terrific Thanks Audible. I have been able to enjoy this book due to the great reading of Peter Joyce. I had tried several times to listen to this book by a different narrator but without success. A simple story Less complex and enjoyable than either The Count of Montechristo or The Three Musketeers. While the presenter is great with the narration, a few parts of the character voices (especially when they are weepy) are grating. But he has a strong and clear voice otherwise. Love and romance I enjoyed The Count of Monte Christo and Queen Margot. I liked the 3 Musketeers and the rest of that series, but I loved this book. Tulips, murder, love, and mystery The Black Tulip is an engaging romp through Holland in 1673 when religious differences cost people their lives in brutal fashion and tulip bulbs were so highly valued as to provide fodder for a tale of spying, mystery and imprisonment. Alexandre Dumas is on a par with Walter Scott for creating novels filled with intrigue, mystery, action and passion. Other reviewers have praised Dumas' gift for dialogue. I find that his dialogue is elevated, yet still usually a pleasure to read. It is, however, unlikely to be reflective of the reality of speech of the uneducated peasant characters. On the other hand, his appreciation for human motivations and personlities is superb, his sense of pacing in building suspense keeps the pages turning, and his third person narration style is highly entertaining. His asides to his "gentle readers" lend personal warmth, amusement, and intimacy to his tale. While this novel does not provide great philosophic depth, that would be equivalent to criticizing shrimp for not tasting like steak. My only real complaint is the overblown romance scenes with the constrained desires, pent up yearning, and prudery of Walt Disney's Cinderella.

Without Love, It's Easier to Live [Russian Edition] Audiobook by Leo Tolstoy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Mon, 27 Mar 2017 03:13:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Without Love, It's Easier to Live [Russian Edition] Author: Leo Tolstoy Narrator: Dmitry Kuznetsov Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 03-27-17 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: "Bez ljubvi zhit' legche" - vospominanija, ispoved' L'va Nikolaevicha Tolstogo, russkogo pisatelja i myslitelja. Ego vospominanija o svoej chelovecheskoj prirode, kotoraja sklonna k ubijstvam, dujeljam, kartezhnym igram, k pol'zovaniju chuzhimi blagami, k kaznjam, bludu i obmanu. No v protivoves jetomu vsegda stavalo stremlenie k luchshemu. "Bez ljubvi zhit' legche. No bez nejo net smysla" glavnaja ideja Tolstogo. Avtor schital, chto jeta kniga kuda bolee polezna i interesna, chem vse te 12 tomov ego "hudozhestvennoj boltovni". Please note: This audiobook is in Russian. Members Reviews: amazing amazing. all of it. have trouble finding right words. wish my children were fluent in Russian...

Les liaisons dangereuses Livre Audio par Pierre Choderlos de Laclos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pierre Choderlos de Laclos) — Thu, 10 Feb 2005 03:16:00 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Les liaisons dangereuses Auteur: Pierre Choderlos de Laclos Narrateur: Ludmilla Mikael, Didier Sandre Format: Unabridged Durée: 11 hrs and 50 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 02-10-05 Éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 7 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Dès leur parution en 1782, Les liaisons dangereuses connaissent un engouement, une vogue qui ne se dément pas. Bonheur des mots, passion d'une intrigue conduite comme un drame classique, Les liaisons conduisent dans les méandres du cœur humain, pétri d'amour et de vanité, mais aussi au sein d'une société marquée du double sceau de la frivolité et de la destruction. Entendre Les liaisons dangereuses, c'est plonger dans l'univers obscur des âmes avec, pour seul guide, son libre arbitre. Il faut faire table rase de tous préjugés, moraux ou idéologiques, et être prêt à frôler, jusqu'à l'ivresse, la perte... Une lecture en forme de marche horlogère - tout est en place pour l'exquise mécanique. Ludmilla Mikael, en très élégante mais implacable Mme de Merteuil, engage la pique acérée de sa plume avec le Vicomte de Valmont. Ce dernier, par la voix de Didier Sandre, réplique pas à pas. Il y a du duel, sous les froissements de la soie, il y a des claquements affreux dans le bruissement des parquets. Chaudes, allantes, mais déterminées comme une tactique militaire, comme un chef d'œuvre de maîtrise, les réponses de Valmont esquissent la fascinante gestuelle d'un classicisme parfait. Mais ce ballet-là qui est celui du désir, est celui de la mort aussi. L'auteur naît en 1741, dans une famille de la petite noblesse. Capitaine d'artillerie à la carrière honorable, il ne se fait remarquer que par sa participation à l'élaboration du "boulet creux" (obus). Il épouse en 1786 Marie-Soulange Duperré, dont il a un fils en 1784. Son chef d'oeuvre: , qui met en scène des aristocrates libertins, fait scandale lors de sa parution, mais Choderlos de Laclos a aussi écrit des texte plus conventionnels: traités de stratégie militaire, essais, poésie... A la Révolution, Laclos, s'inscrit au Club des Jacobins en 1790, et est nommé commissaire du pouvoir exécutif en 1792. Sous la Terreur, il est incarcéré à deux reprises, et libéré le 1er décembre 1794. La chute de Robespierre le sauve de l'échafaud. Laclos participe à la victoire de Valmy, puis au coup d'État du 18 Brumaire. En 1800, il est nommé général de brigade dans l'artillerie, par décision de Napoléon Bonaparte, puis commandant de l'artillerie de l'armée d'observation, en Italie, où il meurt en 1803. © Frémeaux & Associés - Groupe Frémeaux Colombini S.A., 2001 (P) Frémeaux & Associés - Groupe Frémeaux Colombini S.A., 2001 Revues par les critiques: Ils en ont dit... "Laclos révéla les rêves de son temps en leur donnant vie. En les faisant entrer dans le domaine des rêves de tous, celui où les hommes promis à la mort contemplent avec envie les personnages illusoirement maîtres de leur destin." André Malraux

Exemplary Novels Audiobook by Miguel de Cervantes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miguel de Cervantes) — Thu, 29 Dec 2016 09:17:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Exemplary Novels Subtitle: Translated by Edith Grossman Author: Miguel de Cervantes Narrator: Luis Moreno Format: Unabridged Length: 21 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 12-29-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Edith Grossman, celebrated for her brilliant translation of Don Quixote, offers a dazzling new version of another Cervantes classic, on the 400th anniversary of his death. The 12 novellas gathered together in Exemplary Novels reveal the extraordinary breadth of Cervantes' imagination: his nearly limitless ability to create characters, invent plots, and entertain listeners across continents and centuries. Edith Grossman's eagerly awaited translation brings this timeless classic to English-language listeners in an edition that will delight those already familiar with Cervantes' work as well as those about to be enchanted for the first time. Roberto Gonzalez Echevarria's illuminating introduction to the volume serves as both an appreciation of Cervantes's brilliance and a critical guide to the novellas and their significance. Cervantes published his book in Spain in 1613. The assemblage of unique characters (eloquent witches, talking dogs, Gypsy orphans, and an array of others), the twisting plots, and the moral heart at the core of each tale proved irresistible to his enthusiastic audience. Then as now, Cervantes' listeners find pure entertainment in his works, but also a subtle artistry that invites deeper investigation. Members Reviews: Five Stars Enjoyable Four Stars I love his novels. Cervantes "Other" Famous Novel It can be a curse for an author to have a magnus opus because it can overshadow their other great works. As you hear Cervantes' name, pictures of knights errant, comical squires, and "giant" windmills instantly pop into your mind (you just can't help it!). The Exemplary Novels of Cervantes is a collection of short stories or novellas that impart some kind of moral lesson. If you have read Don Quixote and liked it, I would highly suggest you read this book. If you haven't but are interested in the daily happenings in 16th century Spain, you should also read it. More than the Man of La Mancha Cervantes wrote a lot of stories. The more you read the more you see he writes the same thing a lot. But it's still fun to read. Yo soy Yo. Okay translation, all 12 works I was comparing with someone who had the Oxford edition translation, and we liked his better, but this was a fine way to read "La Gitanilla," and the price was right (free).

The Gambler Audiobook by Fyodor Dostoevsky, C. J. Hogarth (translator)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fyodor Dostoevsky) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:26:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gambler Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky, C. J. Hogarth (translator) Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-11 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: The Gambler is a psychologically probing novel concerning the gambling episodes, tangled love affairs, and complicated lives of Alexis Ivanovitch, a young gambling addict; Polina Alexandrovna, the woman he loves; a pair of French adventurers; and other characters. Narrated by Alexis, this short novel is based on Fyodor Dostoevsky's own experiences as a compulsive gambler. Like so many characters in Dostoevsky's novels, Alexis is trying to break through the wall of the established order and the human condition itself, but instead he is drawn into the vortex of the roulette wheel. This version of The Gambler is the translation by C. J. Hogarth. Members Reviews: Great book, great narration, proper pronunciation This is the 6th or 7th Dostoevsky audio book that I've listened to on Audible and Michael Kramer is the first narrator I have found that pronounces the names correctly. This is important because the names are repeated so often in Dostoevsky book... Nastasia PhiliPOVNA, Nastasia PhiliPOVNA, Nastasia PhiliPOVNA... No! Stop it! It is Nastasia PhiLIPovna! Michael Kramer did a great job. I hope he narrates more Dostoevsky books. Didn't like the story Boring plot I expected much more.... I enjoyed a few of his other books and I might try another one

Journey to the Center of the Earth Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 09:01:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Journey to the Center of the Earth Author: Jules Verne Narrator: David Colacci Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-04-15 Publisher: The Classic Collection Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 21 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Witness Jules Verne's uncanny ability to predict the future possibilities of science.... On their quest to reach the very core of the Earth, Professor Lindenbrock and his nephew, Axel, gain access to the interior by travelling north to cold and barren Iceland, where they enter the subterranean regions through the cone of the extinct volcano Sneffels. In their descent, they must interpret nature backward passing through the strata of successively earlier and earlier periods, eventually finding themselves in a marvelous underground world filled with exotic plants and long-extinct animals. A journey as fantastic as it is predictive, Journey to the Center of the Earth shows Verne at the height of his career. This novel is part of Brilliance Audio's extensive Classic Collection, bringing you timeless masterpieces that you and your family are sure to love. Members Reviews: If you love Earth Sciences, you'll love this! If you could sum up Journey to the Center of the Earth in three words, what would they be? I would say that to sum it up, the book was effectively an intellectuals tale into the abyss of the mind and the possibility of something greater than we will ever know. Who was your favorite character and why? I would say the Icelander... He was epic. What about David Colaccis performance did you like? I think he did his emotions quite well. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Nope. Any additional comments? A+ excilent scfi classic, a must read!!!! Where does Journey to the Center of the Earth rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? very nice What other book might you compare Journey to the Center of the Earth to and why? at the earth's core by Edgar Rice Burrows Which character as performed by David Colacci was your favorite? I'd say the professor Any additional comments? If you like books where you never know what to expect, then this book is for you. It makes you wonder what the center of the earth is really like.

The Metamorphosis Audiobook by Franz Kafka

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franz Kafka) — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 02:46:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Metamorphosis Author: Franz Kafka Narrator: Nicky Whichelow Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Franz Kafka's Metamorphosis tells the story of Gregor, the only son of the Samsa family. One morning upon waking up, Gregor, a traveling salesman, discovers that his body has somehow transformed into an insect-like creature; but his mind is somehow still intact. Although not surprised by the change, Gregor's family is disgusted, and his father ends up injuring Gregor while trying to keep him in his bedroom. Distressed by the disconnect with himself, his family, and his inability to support his family, Gregor becomes a depressed stupor under his couch where he decides to stop eating and believes that his family would be better off if he were not alive. Gregor is not the only one who undergoes a change, as his sister transforms from young girl with no responsibilities to a mature woman who takes care of Gregor and begins to work and support the family in place of Gregor. This story, written by Kafka, is a deep psychological exploration into human emotions. Members Reviews: Not a favorite Narration is without emotion. Story is the same. The language is too stiff. Perhaps the original German is better.

Trois contes Livre Audio par Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 09:59:04 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Trois contes Auteur: Gustave Flaubert Narrateur: Sophie Chauveau Format: Unabridged Durée: 3 hrs and 14 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 06-21-16 Éditeur: Éditions Thélème Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Pendant un demi-siècle, les bourgeois de Pont l'Évêque envièrent à Mme Aubain sa servante Félicité. Pour cent francs par an, elle faisait la cuisine et le ménage, cousait, lavait, repassait, savait brider un cheval, engraisser les volailles, battre le beurre, et resta fidèle à sa maîtresse - qui cependant n'était pas une personne agréable. Ce recueil contient Un cœur simple, La Légende de Saint Julien l'Hospitalier, Hérodias. © Domaine public (P)2008 Éditions Thélème Avis des membres: One does not rate Flaubert ! But ... One does not rate Flaubert ! However a small detail I have to mention. In ordering the book I was hoping to receive the very same edition and the very same cover, yes the one with the parrot. The parrot is very important and it shows up hillariously and magnificently in one of the stories, entitled Un coeur simple . I received a student oriented edition ( folio plus classique) with extra commentary which I appreciate of course and with a different cover which Is interesting but not the one I expected to receive. You see I really wanted that cover .So I am both happy and unhappy with my purchase. This is Flaubert after all how can one complain about a book written by Flaubert? I wish Amazon was more prone to clarify for the buyer what exactly he or she is going to be receiving especially when it comes to books with many available formats and editions. For some of us these things matter. Great stories / flimsy book The stories are of course magnificent. C'est Flaubert, alors! The book itself is really more of a flimsy "plaquette" (booklet) that won't hold up very long. Also, the print is rather small. Five Stars One of the many great works of Gustave Flaubert. Five Stars Merveilleux ... Not a real book but an unpaginated plaquette, apparently ... Not a real book but an unpaginated plaquette, apparently run off on demand. See my rview of Le Tentation de Ste Antoine.

Devils Audiobook by Fyodor Dostoevsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fyodor Dostoevsky) — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 23:46:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devils Author: Fyodor Dostoevsky Narrator: Alastair Cameron Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 12-15-16 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Devils, by Fyodor Dostoevsky, is a classic political satire exploring the effects of imported European ideologies such as atheism and nihilism on Christian Russia. Based on the true-life political murder of Ivan Ivanov by the revolutionary Sergey Nechayev, Dostoevsky wrote this tale of society scandals, doomed marriages and fatally misguided idealism after returning from exile in Siberia. Set in a fictional provincial town near St. Petersburg, the story follows failed academic Stepan Verkhovensky as his patroness forces him to become engaged to her ward Darya. The marriage is a scheme to prevent Darya from marrying the patroness' own son, the strong but amoral Stavrogin. Later, the youthful idealism of Stepan's son Pyotr becomes his downfall as he assembled a terrorist cell bent on ushering in the revolution, preferably with Stavrogin at its head. What happened to Stavrogin that he became so cruel? Who is the mysterious stranger Marya, who claims to know Stavrogin from his time in St. Petersburg? Will the nihilist plot be discovered in time, or will the town descend into murder and mayhem? Members Reviews: Unlistenable Like in being harangued by a phony 19th century preacher - awful reading, grossly overstated, singsong intonation of every sentence. You don't want this reading.

La vida de Lazarillo de Tormes, y de sus fortunas y adversidades [The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Escucha Libros S.L.N.E.) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 16:18:60 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: La vida de Lazarillo de Tormes, y de sus fortunas y adversidades [The Life of Lazarillo de Tormes and of His Fortunes and Adversities] Autor: Escucha Libros S.L.N.E. Narrador: Victoria Mesas, Jose Larru Formato: Unabridged Duración: 1 hr and 59 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 06-12-13 Editor: Escucha Libros S.L.N.E. Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 11 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: Esta obra es una de las más importantes muestras de novela picaresca española. Lázaro, el protagonista de la historia, narra las aventuras y desventuras que vive al servicio de diferentes amos. El hambre y la miseria en la que vive con estos amos hace que Lázaro tenga que recurrir a pícaras artimañas para poder sobrevivir. Estas divertidas anécdotas están plagadas de irónicas reflexiones sobre la vida del siglo XVI en España. This work is one of the most important examples of Spanish picaresque novel. Lazarus, the protagonist of the story, tells the adventures he lives serving different masters. Hunger and misery in which he lives with these masters makes Lazarus have to use naughty tricks to survive. These amusing stories are full with ironic reflections about life during the 16th century in Spain. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish.

El Príncipe [The Prince] Audio Libro por Nicolás Maquiavelo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nicolás Maquiavelo) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:27:28 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: El Príncipe [The Prince] Autor: Nicolás Maquiavelo Narrador: Aldo Lumbía, Hugo Bazán, Leone Arias Formato: Abridged Duración: 2 hrs and 3 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-22-13 Editor: Audiolibros Colección Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 13 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: En esta obra Maquiavelo enumera las condiciones que han de caracterizar a un príncipe, entendida esta figura como la cabeza o jefe del Estado. Podemos decir que es un libro práctico, pues pretende dar normas de acción. Intentó el autor teorizar sobre la naturaleza del Estado, sobre la sociedad en que se sustenta y sobre todo en las formas de adquirir y perder el poder y las formas de mantenerse en él. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: ¡Maravilloso narrador! El libro es un poco difícil de entender pero la narración te mantiene interesada en los temas que el autor aborda.

Ich ließ meinen Engel lange nicht los Hörbuch von Rainer Maria Rilke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rainer Maria Rilke) — Thu, 15 Sep 2016 05:48:35 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Ich ließ meinen Engel lange nicht los Autor:: Rainer Maria Rilke Erzähler: Christian Berkel, Anna Thalbach Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 1 hr and 1 min Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-15-16 Herausgeber: Audiobuch Verlag OHG Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Anna Thalbach und Christian Berkel interpretieren in diesem Hörbuch die Worte eines der größten Dichter deutscher Sprache: Rainer Maria Rilke. Aus diesem wunderbaren Bündnis von Dichtkunst und Sprechkunst entsteht ein besinnliches, die Seele berührendes Erlebnis, das nicht nur Rilke-Kennern das Herz erwärmt. © gemeinfrei (P)2016 Audiobuch Verlag OHG

The Prince Audiobook by Niccolò Machiavelli

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Niccolò Machiavelli) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:35:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Prince Author: Niccolò Machiavelli Narrator: Emma Topping Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 04-16-12 Publisher: Saland Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Claimed to be one of the first works of modern philosophy, this unabridged version of The Prince is read by Emma Topping. This classic of political writing is Machiavelli's most notorious work. A treatise on gaining and maintaining political power, this is the work that inspired the use of the term "Machiavellian". Members Reviews: A Must Read for All People Although this is a difficult read, you should read it because it is an accurate description of how people behave and react. The challenge is getting past the strange names, and places. Once you get past that, you can absorb the brillance of Machiavelli.

The Petty Demon [Russian Edition] Audiobook by Fyodor Sologub

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fyodor Sologub) — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 09:41:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Petty Demon [Russian Edition] Author: Fyodor Sologub Narrator: Piotr Korshunkov Format: Abridged Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-12 Publisher: IDDK Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Petty Demon, one of the most important novels in Russian literature, recounts the story of the morally corrupt Peredonov, who becomes insane and paranoid during his struggle to be promoted to governmental inspector of his province. Fyodor Sologub (Fyodor Kuzmich Teternikov, 1863 - 1927) was a Russian Symbolist poet, novelist, playwright and essayist. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Netochka Nezvanova [Russian Edition] Audiobook by F. M. Dostoevskij

biacuaduc@gmail.com (F. M. Dostoevskij) — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 04:28:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Netochka Nezvanova [Russian Edition] Author: F. M. Dostoevskij Narrator: Tat'jana Telegina Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-14 Publisher: Dmytro Strelbytskyy Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Netochka Nezvanova - povest, napisannaya vskore posle Belyih nochey. No v otlichie ot poeticheskih, hrupkih oschuscheniy goroda u geroya Belyih nochey zdes romanticheski zaostrennyie peterburgskie kontrastyi, boleznenno voshedshie v dushu rebenka devochki, prevrativshie ee zhizn v strannyiy, fantasticheskiy haos, kogda ee detskoe voobrazhenie ne v silah spravitsya s realnostyu etih kontrastov. Iz knigi G.B.Ponomarevoy Dostoevskiy: Ya zanimayus etoy taynoy Critic Reviews: Netochka Nezvanova - povest, napisannaya vskore posle Belyih nochey. No v otlichie ot poeticheskih, hrupkih oschuscheniy goroda u geroya Belyih nochey zdes romanticheski zaostrennyie peterburgskie kontrastyi, boleznenno voshedshie v dushu rebenka devochki, prevrativshie ee zhizn v strannyiy, fantasticheskiy haos, kogda ee detskoe voobrazhenie ne v silah spravitsya s realnostyu etih kontrastov. Iz knigi G.B.Ponomarevoy Dostoevskiy: Ya zanimayus etoy taynoy Members Reviews: Not His Best Work IMO not F.D'.s best work by a long shot. Skip this one if you have not yet read C & P or the Brothers K. Far superior to N.N. I would also place the Idiot ahead of N.N. Unforgettable Characters! This is an unfinished novel which features some unforgettable character portraits. I'm thinking escpecially of Nitochka's step-father who is as memorable as any character ever created by Dostoyevsky. It is well worth reading even though it was unfinished because of Dostoyevsky's arrest for translating a banned book into the russian language. Dostoyevsky is often too wordy in all of his novels but he is still my favorite author because his novels are so compelling, his characters so real and his writing so beautiful and so hard to stop reading. If you haven't read Dostoyevsky (also spelled Dostoevsky) you may not want to start with this novel. I would start, as I did start a long time ago, with Crime And Punishment. In defense of the third part I am not in the habit of writing reviews, but I feel compelled to respond to the many negative comments regarding the third part of the story, which I regard as the best. There is perhaps some merit to the claim that the last section lacks some of the polish and relative coherence of the rest of the book, but I don't regard this as a real deficiency. These very features help the reader experience some of the same doubt, uncertainty, and ungroundedness that is experienced and depicted by the narrator Netochka. This makes the final section feel especially vivid and alive. The personalities of three main characters of the third section are all artfully depicted. The depiction of the husband is especially masterful. The letter is also brilliant, and seems to hint at times of the style, if not the substance, of Notes from Underground. Generally, this section seems to presage Dostoevsky's later masterworks more than the rest of the book. I wish he had been able to finish the novel, but the brilliant fragments to be found in this text make it well worth reading. Dostoevsky never ceases to amaze, and this book is no exception Dostoevsky never ceases to amaze, and this book is no exception. No words with how in awe I am of this story.

Camille Audiobook by Alexandre Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alexandre Dumas) — Tue, 01 May 2012 07:34:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Camille Subtitle: or, The Lady of the Camellias Author: Alexandre Dumas Narrator: Roe Kendall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Men of great wealth bought her love. She gave it to only one. Marguerite Gautier, the greatest beauty in Paris, was known to all as the Lady of the Camellias because she was never seen without her favorite flowers. She was luxuriously kept by the richest men in France, who thronged to her boudoir to lay their fortunes at her feet. She lived violently, spending herself and her money in reckless abandon. She had many lovers, but she never really loved - until she met Armand Duval. Realizing that her only assets in life were her face and figure, Marguerite had learned how to make men pay. But what happens to a cool, calculating beauty when she herself suffers the wound of love? Critic Reviews: One of the greatest love stories of the world. (Henry James) Members Reviews: Good writing, but somewhat depressing. Wouldn't have finished it if I was reading. Sad commentary on 17th century France's treatment of women and their plight in this world (and probably the rest of the world). Seriously Dated Sensational, syrupy romance involving a French nobleman of middling importance and a tubercular courtesan. This book isn't that long, but you can fast forward 20 minutes at a time and not miss a thing.

Madame Bovary Audio Libro por Gustave Flaubert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gustave Flaubert) — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 01:06:49 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: Madame Bovary Autor: Gustave Flaubert Narrador: FonoLibro Formato: Abridged Duración: 1 hr and 46 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 11-15-07 Editor: FonoLibro Inc. (Audiolibros - Audio Libros) Calificaciones: 3.5 de 5 de 13 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: FonoLibro se enorgullece en presentar el audiolibro en español de una de las obras más controversiales e importantes de la literatura universal, Madame Bovary de Gustavo Flaubert, quién fue llevado a juicio, acusado de inmoralidad, al lanzarse este libro. Emma Bovary es una hermosa y ambicionada mujer, quién esta aburrida de su matrimonio con un medico, quien no le llena sus fantasías, ni aspiraciones sociales. En ese tiempo Emma conoce a Rodolfo Boulanger, un rico hacendado, quién se convierte en su amante. Emma propone a Rodolfo huir a París, pero él no acepta y la abandona. Posteriormente tiene un romance con un asistente legal; Todo esto la lleva a generar unos gastos que no puede soportar. Su esposo no sabe nada de sus aventuras amorosas, ni del derroche y caprichos de Emma que le han llevado a la bancarrota. Descubra en este audiolibro el desenlace inesperado de una de las más famosas novelas de la literatura universal. FonoLibro trae una magnífica producción dramatizada con un elenco completo, maravillosa música y efectos de sonido que dan vida a la controversial historia de Madame Bovary.This audiobook is in Spanish. Este audiolibro es en Espanol. Reseñas Editoriales: Narrated with amorous masculinity by FonoLibro, this is the Spanish retelling of Madame Bovary, Gustave Flauberts literary classic and one of the most scandalous books of its day. The story focuses on Emma Bovary, a bored married housewife who desperately hungers for beauty and status and the desires of the flesh. Were described her erotic extramarital sexual affairs with a series of gentlemen in sumptuous detail. Madame Bovary is still as passionate and titillating today as it was upon its infamous release in 1856 and is perhaps best enjoyed with a fine bottle of wine. Please note: This audiobook is performed in Spanish. Crítica Comentarios: "Si uno le preguntara al El Mundo cual es la mejor novela jamás escrita, El Mundo inmediatamente contestaría Madame Bovary." (Washington Post's Book World) Opiniones de los miembros: Buen libro Entretenido... el narrador te mantiene inmerso en la historia y la emoción, lo disfrute mucho

Notre-Dame de Paris Livre Audio par Victor Hugo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Hugo) — Mon, 22 Nov 2004 19:36:18 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Notre-Dame de Paris Auteur: Victor Hugo Narrateur: André Dussollier Format: Abridged Durée: 4 hrs and 22 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 11-22-04 Éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: L'action de Notre-Dame de Paris, qui comprend onze livres, débute le 6 janvier 1482. Elle s'étend sur six mois et se termine en juillet. En ce jour de l'épiphanie, dans la grande salle du palais de justice, se joue le Bon jugement de madame la Vierge, un mystère dont l'auteur n'est autre que le poète Pierre Gringoire. Mais la représentation est interrompue afin de permettre l'élection du pape des fous à la manière flamande, c'est-à-dire au moyen d'un concours de grimaces. Cette année-là, c'est Quasimodo, le sonneur de Notre-Dame, difforme, bossu et sourd qui emporte le titre. D'autres distractions font concurrence au mystère de Gringoire. Sur la place de Grève une jeune égyptienne, la Esmeralda, chante, danse et envoûte la foule avec des tours diaboliques qu'elle exécute en compagnie de sa chèvre blanche aux cornes dorées, Djali. Soudain, arrive l'archidiacre de Notre-Dame. Il dépouille Quasimodo des attributs ecclésiastiques dont l'a revêtu la consécration populaire. Le père Gringoire, dépité parce que le public boude son œuvre se met à suivre Esmeralda, la danseuse des rues. Brusquement, la jeune fille se fait attaquer. C'est Quasimodo qui tente de l'enlever. Gringoire essaie de s'interposer, mais il est précipité sur le pavé. Sans l'intervention du capitaine Phoebus de Châteaupers, la jeune bohémienne était perdue. Ce dernier fait arrêter Quasimodo par ses archers. Pendant ce temps Gringoire, qui s'est égaré dans le Paris nocturne de la cour des miracles, est condamné par le roi des truands Clopin Trouillefou, à la pendaison. C'est alors que survient Esmeralda : elle accepte, selon les coutumes des truands, d'épouser le poète pour lui sauver la vie. L'auteur Poète, romancier, auteur de théâtre, critique, journaliste, historien, est sans conteste l'un des géants de la littérature française. Pourtant les critiques à son égard ne manquent pas. André Gide lorsqu'on lui demandait quel était le plus grand poète français, répondait, mi-admiratif, mi-ironique : "Victor Hugo, hélas". Quant à Cocteau il n'hésitait pas, lui non plus, à se moquer : "Victor Hugo était un fou qui se prenait pour Victor Hugo". Il faut dire que l'auteur des et des a allié à la fois ambition, longévité, puissance de travail et génie, ce qui ne pouvait que concourir à ce mélange de fascination et d'irritation qu'il suscite encore aujourd'hui. Le narrateur passe son enfance près de Thonon-les-Bains. Il débute au théâtre à l'école à dix ans. Après son bac, il obtient deux licences de lettres modernes et une maîtrise. A 23 ans, il gagne Paris et suit les cours d'Art Dramatique, puis entre au Conservatoire dont il ressort avec un premier prix, en 1972. François Truffaut le remarque et le fait tourner dans son premier film.

Der Verschollene Hörbuch von Franz Kafka

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Franz Kafka) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 04:59:14 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Der Verschollene Autor:: Franz Kafka Erzähler: Peter Simonischek Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 10 hrs and 7 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-14-17 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der in Prag aufgewachsene Karl Rossmann wird im Alter von sechzehn Jahren von seinen Eltern nach Amerika geschickt. Auf seiner unfreiwilligen Reise durch das Land trifft er Heizer, Bankiers und Senatoren, trunkene Maschinenschlosser, Liftboys, einsame Mädchen, Studenten und Laufburschen. Wie ein Blatt im Wind wird der junge Karl durch alle Gesellschaftsklassen Amerikas geweht, immer abwärts geht die Reise. Kafkas unvollständig gebliebener Roman wurde postum erstmals unter dem Titel "Amerika" veröffentlicht. Peter Simonischek gibt dem verstoßenen Sohn, der in der Gesellschaft seinen Platz sucht, eine Stimme. ©2017 Der Audio Verlag (P)2017 Der Audio Verlag

Favorite Irish Fairy Tales Audiobook by Philip Smith

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Philip Smith) — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 07:12:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Favorite Irish Fairy Tales Author: Philip Smith Narrator: Des Keogh Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-13 Publisher: Dover Publications Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Six Gaelic tales of wonder and adventure, read in an authentic brogue by actor Des Keogh, transport wee listeners to a magic world of leprechauns and giants. Members Reviews: Nice quick listen Great quick lunch time listen of light stories. child appropriate. not Grimm Brothers style tales.

Die Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge Hörbuch von Rainer Maria Rilke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rainer Maria Rilke) — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 09:31:59 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Die Aufzeichnungen des Malte Laurids Brigge Autor:: Rainer Maria Rilke Erzähler: Klaus Nägelen Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 7 hrs and 10 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 03-24-16 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Nach dem Tod seiner Eltern kommt der mittellose dänische Adlige Malte Laurids Brigge um 1900 nach Paris, um sich dort als Dichter durchzuschlagen. Doch die Stadt seiner Träume erweist sich als Ort des Elends und der Hässlichkeit. Überwältigt vom Geruch der Armut schildert der 28-Jährige seine Eindrücke in Tagebucheinträgen voller Eindringlichkeit und Poesie. Rilkes Werk über Schicksal und Identität, Kunst und Gesellschaft gilt als erster großer Roman der literarischen Moderne. Ungekürzt gelesen von Klaus Nägelen, verbinden sich die fragmentarischen Aufzeichnungen Maltes zum beeindruckenden Zeugnis einer Identitätskrise zur Zeit des Fin de Siècle. ©2016 gemeinfrei (P)2016 DAV Mitglieder Bewertungen: Don't buy this version. Great novel---Don't buy this version. Unless you really hate the German alphabet and prefer 'ae' to an 'ä', 'ss' to an 'ß', etc. and would prefer to have none of the original page breaks / chapters, avoid this version. Seriously illegible in this format. A Prose Anthem to Dystopia The only prose novel by R.M. Rilke is an account of various, unconnected happenings to a young Danish nobleman while visiting Paris. He is battling his loneliness in the big city, which he comes to see as a cruel metropolis to all its inhabitants.

Das Fräulein von Scuderi Hörbuch von E. T. A. Hoffmann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (E. T. A. Hoffmann) — Fri, 09 Aug 2013 07:36:60 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Das Fräulein von Scuderi Autor:: E. T. A. Hoffmann Erzähler: Brigitte Trübenbach Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 3 hrs and 16 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 08-09-13 Herausgeber: BUCHFUNK Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Paris 1680. Eine rätselhafte Mordserie hält die Metropole in Atem. Die Opfer sind allesamt adlige Männer, die mit einem Schmuckgeschenk auf dem Weg zu ihrer Geliebten sind - und immer wird dieses Schmuckstück gestohlen. Das 73-jährige Fräulein Scuderi, angesehene Dichterin am Hof König Ludwigs XIV, gerät in den Strudel dieser Verbrechen und findet sich bald in der Rolle der Ermittlerin wieder. ©1986 Reclam (P)2013 BUCHFUNK Verlag

El Conde de Montecristo [The Count of Monte Cristo] Audio Libro por Alejandro Dumas

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alejandro Dumas) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:08:27 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: El Conde de Montecristo [The Count of Monte Cristo] Autor: Alejandro Dumas Narrador: Aldo Lumbía, Miguel Durán, Tomás Moro, Franco Patiño, Mariano Peñaflor, Erica Berán, Rolando Aguero Formato: Abridged Duración: 1 hr and 49 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-20-13 Editor: Audiolibros Colección Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 10 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: El clásico de Alejandro Dumas El Conde de Montecristo cuenta la historia de un hombre inocente injustamente encarcelado, que elabora un brillante plan para vengarse de los que le traicionaron. El joven marinero Edmond Dantés (Jim Caviezel) es un hombre honrado y cándido que lleva una vida tranquila. Entre sus planes está casarse con la hermosa Mercedes, pero todo se complica repentinamente cuando su mejor amigo Fernando, deseoso de conquistar a Mercedes, lo traiciona. Condenado a cumplir una injusta condena en la siniestra prisión de la isla del Castillo de If, Edmond vivirá una auténtica pesadilla que durará trece años. Obsesionado por el inesperado destino que le tenía deparada la vida, deja de lado sus convicciones sobre el bien y el mal y se alimenta de pensamientos vengativos contra los que le traicionaron. Dantes elabora un plan de fuga y consigue escapar de la cárcel. Así es como se convierte en el misterioso y acaudalado Conde de Montecristo. Siguiendo su implacable plan, se introduce en los salones de la nobleza francesa y empieza a destruir de forma sistemática a todos los hombres que le manipularon y condenaron a prisión. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Two Stars I di not like this version...european spanish Five Stars Es un buen libro This is my favorite book of all time This is my favorite book of all time, I Love it and From time to time I will keep reading it to my Grandchildrens. Five Stars Es un excelente libro. Aún después de terminar de leer he quedado extrañando al Conde de Montecristo. one of the best novels ever written From my point of view, one of the best novels ever written.

The Chemical Wedding of Christian Rosencreutz Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johann Valentin Andreae) — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 07:58:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chemical Wedding of Christian Rosencreutz Subtitle: A Romance in Eight Days Author: Johann Valentin Andreae, John Crowley - translator Narrator: John Crowley Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Often described as an alchemical allegory, John Crowley instead decided this is "the first science fiction novel". After all, "it's fiction; it's about the possibilities of a science; and it's a novel". No matter what else it might be, it's definitely one of the great outlandish stories in Western literature. Members Reviews: Trippy This is considered the foundational text of the Rosicrucian order, a secret society of alchemists traveling through Europe during the 1600s. Also, as Crowley points out, this is arguably the first science fiction story ever written. I won't pretend I understand almost any of the symbolism, but I still had fun with this, especially the early steampunk-esque technologies. If any of this sounds interesting to you, check it out!

La Guerra y la Paz [War and Peace] Audio Libro por Leo Tolstoy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Thu, 15 Nov 2007 21:45:35 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: La Guerra y la Paz [War and Peace] Autor: Leo Tolstoy Narrador: FonoLibro Formato: Abridged Duración: 1 hr and 50 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 11-15-07 Editor: FonoLibro Inc. (Audiolibros - Audio Libros) Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 25 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: FonoLibro se enorgullece en presentar el audiolibro en español de la obra maestra de León Tolstoi, La Guerra y La Paz.. En 1928 durante la invasión de Napoleón a Rusia, cinco familias, algunas pobres y otras aristocráticas viven con miseria y tragedia de perder a sus seres queridos en la guerra. Los personajes principales incluyen El Principe Andrey Bolkonsky un cínico aristócrata transformado por la guerra, Pedro Bezukhov un joven idealista en busca de felicidad espiritual, y Natasha Rostova, hija del Conde. Cada uno de estos personajes a medida que se desarrollan se enamoran, comenten errores, se sacrifican y se ven afectados por la guerra. Tolstoi describe magníficamente la vida de familias Rusas durante la guerra napoleónica, y FonoLibro les brinda en una maravillosa producción dramatizada con un elenco completo, música de la época y efectos de sonido que le harán vivir la historia. This audiobook is in Spanish. Este audiolibro es en Espanol. Reseñas Editoriales: Boldly narrated with adventurous bluster by FonoLibro, La Guerra la Paz is the abridged Spanish translation of Leo Tolstoys masterwork, War and Peace, the legendary Russian epic of historical fiction concerning the devastating French invasion of Russia in 1812. This grand, sweeping story with a revolving cast of characters goes from the ballrooms to the battlefields, and features exquisitely described scenes of political upheaval, love and heartbreak, death and despair, and faint glimmers of hope. This title is firmly entrenched on an extremely short list of true all-time classics. Please note: this audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Libro esta incompleto:'( se pierde muchisimo Libro esta incompleto:'( se pierde muchisimo de un libro tan bueno. as as ad as Interesting story Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes because it gives a very good idea of what was going on during those days in that country Would you recommend La Guerra y la Paz [War and Peace] to your friends? Why or why not? I answered already Would you listen to another book narrated by the narrator? Yes Could you see La Guerra y la Paz [War and Peace] being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No I do not see it for that purpose

Die schwarze Spinne Hörbuch von Jeremias Gotthelf

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeremias Gotthelf) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 19:16:19 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Die schwarze Spinne Autor:: Jeremias Gotthelf Erzähler: Rainer Buck Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 3 hrs and 52 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-19-14 Herausgeber: Audible Studios Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Thomas Mann bewunderte Gotthelfs Novelle von 1842 "wie kaum ein zweites Stück Weltliteratur". In einer überaus kunstvollen Komposition führt Gotthelf eine idyllische Rahmenhandlung und schauerliche alte Sagen um Teufelspakt und göttliches Strafgericht zu einer gleichnishaften Erzählung über christlich-humanistische Vorstellungen von Gut und Böse zusammen. Seine präzise Darstellung von Schuldzuschreibung, kollektiver Verdrängung und dem Schicksal stigmatisierter Außenseiter ist nach wie vor hochaktuell. >> Diese ungekürzte Hörbuch-Fassung wird Ihnen exklusiv von Audible präsentiert und ist ausschließlich im Download erhältlich. © Gemeinfrei (P)2014 Audible GmbH Mitglieder Bewertungen: A classic I'd read "Die schwarze Spinne" in school, back in the day, and thought it would be fun to read it again. It was, though I'd forgotten that 20% of the novella is devoted not to the actual story, but to describing a child's baptism in Gotthelf's time and the idiosyncrasies of society. It's historically and sociologically interesting, and will still get wry smiles from modern readers who recognize themselves or their great-aunts in some of those characters, but editors today would have cut it mercilessly. As is usual with Gotthelf, once the story gets moving, it's a compelling narrative. Unlike his longer works, this novella works as a fable, disguised as the history of way-back-when, but those extra 20% make Gotthelf's point that the threat isn't gone in our day. Sumiswald - the setting - is a real town that still exists today, but as to the historical accuracy of the names mentioned in the story I have no idea. It's a pretty quick read, well written, quirky, and appropriately creepy for a deal-with-the-devil story. For persons who believe the devil takes the form of ... For persons who believe the devil takes the form of a black spider and is on the lookout for newborn babies Interesting story and representative of the time and location I read this on a long flight and had a hard time putting it down. It reminds me of an old, scary, fairytale. There is a central religious/superstitious theme with a good story, plus an interesting window on the way the world looked to people at that time and place. Was a bit slow to get started but worth it. Five Stars I am so glad that these classic Swiss author has at least one of his works available. Great Five Stars Captivant,

Hermann und Dorothea Hörbuch von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe) — Tue, 22 Sep 2015 09:41:46 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Hermann und Dorothea Autor:: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Erzähler: Gert Westphal Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 2 hrs and 22 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-22-15 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Als der wohlhabende Hermann die schöne Dorothea zum ersten Mal sieht, ist es um ihn geschehen. Mit einem Flüchtlingszug macht sie Rast in seiner Heimatstadt am Rhein. Zu schüchtern, um ihr seine Liebe zu gestehen, bietet er der mittellosen Angebeteten zunächst eine Anstellung als Magd. Dorothea willigt ein, denn auch ihre Gefühle sind entfacht. Es ist der Beginn einer unvergessenen Liebesgeschichte. Goethes Idyll über die Liebe von Hermann und Dorothea ist ein Klassiker der romantischen Dichtung und ein bewegendes Plädoyer für die Liebesheirat jenseits von Standesgrenzen. In neun Gesängen vorgetragen von Gert Westphal. © Gemeinfrei (P)2015 DAV

Niels Lyhne Audiobook by J. P. Jacobsen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. P. Jacobsen) — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 02:28:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Niels Lyhne Author: J. P. Jacobsen Narrator: Dan Schlosser Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-12 Publisher: Viatone Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Niels Lyhne er en aspirerende digter, der er splittet mellem romantik og realitet, tro og fornuft. Romanen strkker sig fra 1837 til 1864 og omhandler episoder fra hovedpersonens barndom, ungdom og manddom. Centralt i vrket str Niels ulykkelige krlighedsforhold til seks forskellige kvinder og hans sgen efter mening. Niels Lyhne er i sin struktur opbygget som en klassisk dannelsesroman, men frem for at udvikle sig gr bogens hovedperson i st og ender sit liv i total desillusion. Please note: This audiobook is in Danish. Critic Reviews: J.P. Jacobsens roman Niels Lyhne er den bedste roman fra 1800-tallet. Den handler om al den sknhed, poesi kan skabe, og som tragisk ikke ndrer det mindste p den verden, vi lever i og af (Bo Hakon Jrgensen) Niels Lyhne er verdensromanen i dansk litteratur. (Niels Barfoed) Niels Lyhne er den bedste bog i vort rhundrede (Henrik Ibsen)

The Phantom of the Opera Audiobook by Gaston Leroux

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gaston Leroux) — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 14:54:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Phantom of the Opera Author: Gaston Leroux Narrator: Philippe Duquenoy Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 08-14-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Something strange is afoot at the Paris Opera House. When staff and performers spot a skeleton dressed in dinner attire, tales of the opera house ghost begin to surface. The new manager dismisses the stories as overactive imaginations, but chaos ensues, and encounters with the phantom become increasingly frightening. Who is the mysterious phantom that haunts the theater after the crowds have left for the night? How can he enter locked rooms and get from place to place so quickly? What is his connection to the beautiful and talented Christine? Gaston Leroux injects the perfect combination of gothic tension and horror in his classic tale of the dark and foreboding. First published in 1909 in serial format, The Phantom of the Opera quickly became one of the most beloved gothic tales of the Victorian era, earning its place as one of the greatest stories of all time. Members Reviews: Absolutely, thrilling... The Phantom of the Opera by Gaston Leroux is quite a tale. Dark, intense, and dramatic. Every page builds the momentum. Suspenseful and cleverly written. The Phantom Ghost is not a ghost at all. But a mere mortal. Yet he brings upon fear and darkness at the Opera. Love, jealous, and murder. This was an interesting piece of literature. I was in love. It had everything I expected and more. Gaston Leroux was a great writer. His words lured me deeper into his fictional world, The Phantom of the Opera. Music, death, and drama at the center. Absolutely, fascinating to read. I recommend this book to readers worldwide. I bought this copy from my local bookstore. A classic that never gets old This is one of those stories that is such a classic that it gets periodic remakes in every medium. It's been retold in books (Susan Kay), masterfully parodied (Terry Pratchett), turned into a movie, a musical, you name it. Despite his inhuman visage, Erik's tortured tale of love and suffering speaks to us all. This is also one of the oldest books I know of to employ the "I am a researcher presenting my notes and interviews about events that really happened" plot device, and it carries that off well too, particularly as it helps to preserve some of the mystery surrounding Erik. He was guilty of not a few horrors I really struggled with this book in a lot of ways. The hero and heroine are both such ninnies that I really couldn't root for either of them. Christine is meant to be angelic, but the way she leads on the phantom seems quite contemptible. She does it to save her life, of course, but it still seems heartless and cruel (which reaction, I suppose, proves that Erik, the phantom, is the most sympathetic character in the story). Raoul, often described as a lad or boy or child, was hard to like also. His mercurial shifts from belief in Christine's innocence to accusing her of every possible betrayal were exhausting to read. And I have a hard time with a hero who, within the same scene, bursts into a "mad laugh" only to follow it by bursting into tears. Not that he's the only one who bursts into laughter or tears at every turn. All the characters did it. I was really hoping someone would just react by nodding occasionally, but alas, every scene involved extremes of some sort. The structure of the book was not something I enjoyed either. The conceit--that the narrator is reconstructing these events from diaries, reports, journals, etc.--made for a very uneven reading experience.

Utopia Audiobook by Thomas More

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas More) — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 11:54:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Utopia Author: Thomas More Narrator: Alastair Cameron Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-17 Publisher: A.R.N. Publications Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: First published in 1516, Utopia creates a vision of the perfect society. Thomas More was the first great thinker to bring the idea of a utopian society to the forefront of western thought. More's Utopia is considered to be one of the most influential works in western literature, introducing the idea that all men are created equal and should be treated with equal respect. Within Utopia, the listener is taken to an island where there is an idealistic community with complete social harmony. In Utopia, the community owns all property and everyone works and contributes to society which has a balance of religious and social tolerance. Throughout history, Thomas More's Utopia has been the inspiration of many social movements. Although many of More's critics believe this type of utopia to be unachievable in human societies, his work does paint a picture of what life could be like if it were possible. Members Reviews: Even with Illustrations, This Book Primarily for Interested Historians In a classic what-was-I-thinking moment, I purchased âUtopia,â a 600-year-old book billed on Amazon as a ââfiction and socio-political satire.â I am two-thirds of the way through the book, and I am guessing that satire meant something else in the early 1500s. The book actually reads as a long-winded, mostly one-sided conversation, almost like reading ancient philosophy. As I plowed further and further into the book, I began to create furrows of my own. While I suppose it is unfair to inject todayâs world into (the not yet Sir) Thomas Moreâs creation, it was too tempting to ignore the opportunity. Almost. The book talks about Utopia, an island protected from the outside world by natural boundaries that would give the most seasoned sailor pause. All the sins and temptations of the world are ignored or ridiculed here, a world where everyone works (including doing their turn at the farm), plays, studies, and even is given at least eight hours of time to sleep. Anyone who breaks the law becomes a slave, and performs the menial work for the rest of the populace. Today, we might view this combination of socialism/communism/slavery as something abhorrent, or at least an impossibility. There are many parts of this perfect society which would not make sense today, although it was tempting to consider that Utopia had no lawyersâor wouldnât that make sense, either? Hmmâ They also condoned state-sanctioned suicide, meaning as long as you received permission from the powers-that-be, it was okay to poison yourself. Or starve yourself. Or whatever worked. While this book could have been considered controversial by 16th Century standards and brushes up alongside treason (the opening bits of king-praising were probably a life-saving requirement), the presentation in todayâs world is a bit quaint at best and best suited primarily for those who are students of history or of Sir Thomas More. As a historical piece of literature, I would give it five stars. Judged against 16th Century readers, it is a fantasy that can only be wished for; for modern readers, a tough slog that causes more questions to emerge than the potential problems it hopes to solve. Three stars. Need to mention, this illustrated version is not worth the price, which also had a bearing on the final decision of three stars.

Les contes de la Bécasse Livre Audio par Guy de Maupassant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy de Maupassant) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:07:09 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Les contes de la Bécasse Auteur: Guy de Maupassant Narrateur: Fabienne Prost Format: Unabridged Durée: 3 hrs and 38 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 04-28-09 Éditeur: CaracoLivres Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Les contes de la Bécasse sont un recueil de dix-sept nouvelles, où l'auteur met en scène ses contemporains avec humour et férocité. Du cochon de Morin au Menuet, jouant sur différents registres, d'un milieu à un autre, Guy de Maupassant pose un regard parfois tendre, parfois ironique sur les grandeurs et les misères de son temps. L'auteur Né en Normandie en 1850, vit ses jeunes années, seul avec sa mère séparée de son mari. De 1871 à 1880, il occupe de petits emplois dans différents ministères, tout en apprenant le métier d'écrivain auprès de Flaubert, ami d'enfance de sa mère. C'est une nouvelle, , qui lui vaut ses premiers succès. Il s'élève tout d'un coup au premier plan de l'actualité littéraire. De 1880 à 1891, il publie environ trois cents nouvelles et contes réunis en dix-huit volumes, ainsi que six romans. Il meurt fou en 1893, âgé de quarante-trois ans. La narratrice En ayant commencé le théâtre dans la troupe de Didier George Gabily, auteur-metteur en scène, s'est très vite intéressée à la petite musique des voix. Puis elle a animé un magazine de société pendant deux ans sur la station de radio Aligre fm. Bricoleuse, touche à tout, assez tôt son parcours l'a fait se frotter aux mots, et à la voix, à travers ses expériences théâtrales et radiophoniques. Actuellement, à la tête de Caracolivres, elle souhaite mettre en avant des classiques étrangers, mais aussi des classiques français et des ouvrages jeunesse. © Caracolivres 2008

El Corsario Negro [The Black Corsair] Audio Libro por Emilio Salgari

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emilio Salgari) — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:21:42 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: El Corsario Negro [The Black Corsair] Autor: Emilio Salgari Narrador: Sonolibro Formato: Abridged Duración: 2 hrs and 47 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 07-19-12 Editor: Sonolibro Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 11 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: Corsario igual a pirata, asesino y ladrón? Nada más lejos de la verdad. 2 horas y 46 minutos de grabación dramatizada En la oscuridad de la noche, el corsario negro con dos de sus más fieles seguidores entran sigilosamente en Maracaibo para descolgar el cuerpo de su hermano, ahorcado en la plaza pública por el gobernador Van Guld. En su viaje de vuelta a la isla de Tortuga, en su barco El Rayo, para dar un entierro marinero a su hermano el mar, sin buscarlo no le queda más remedio que entablar combate con un barco español al que tras dura lucha apresan. Entre los viajeros se encuentra una duquesa que inmediatamente se enamora del corsario negro en el que ve a un verdadero caballero, aunque todos los demás siempre han visto en él solamente un filibustero. A pesar de perseguirlo por todo Maracaibo el corsario negro no consigue dar con el escurridizo Van Guld, y en una de estas lides el catalán, uno de sus hombres le informa sobre algo que va a cambiar radicalmente su vida. El corsario es un hombre de honor y cuando da su palabra de algo tiene que cumplirlo, aunque ello suponga romperle el corazón. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: fraude. pesimo, es una pena pagar por un producto que no es lo que se espera. pague por un audiolibro. no la version "adaptada" del mismo. deberia de decir que es version adaptada en el titulo Una lástima que esté abreviado!! Un libro excelente, pero la abreviación es una decepción... Salgari merece mas!!! Se pierde toda la magia de la historia...

Nachdenken über Christa T. Hörbuch von Christa Wolf

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christa Wolf) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 18:41:06 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Nachdenken über Christa T. Autor:: Christa Wolf Erzähler: Ursula Langrock Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 6 hrs and 16 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-14-17 Herausgeber: Der Audio Verlag Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Im Alter von nur 36 Jahren stirbt Christa T. an Leukämie. Ihre frühere Schulkameradin, die Erzählerin des Romans, durchstreift den Nachlass ihrer verstorbenen Freundin und nähert sich einer zerrissenen Frau. Voller Idealismus und Träume, schwankend zwischen der geforderten Anpassung und gewünschter Selbstverwirklichung, fand diese in der Welt keinen Platz für sich. In der versuchten Annäherung wird die Erzählerin zunehmend auf sich selbst und ihr eigenes Leben zurückgeworfen. "Nachdenken über Christa T." begründete den Weltruhm von Christa Wolf und zählt zu den wichtigsten Werken der deutschen Nachkriegsliteratur. ©2017 Der Audio Verlag (P)2017 Der Audio Verlag

El Fantasma de la Ópera [The Phantom of the Opera] Audio Libro por Gastón Leroux

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gastón Leroux) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 16:40:60 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Título: El Fantasma de la Ópera [The Phantom of the Opera] Autor: Gastón Leroux Narrador: Javier Carbone, Consuelo Pinto, Leonel Arias, Miguel Duran, Sebastian Crespin, Jorge Mansilla, Adrian Flores Formato: Abridged Duración: 1 hr and 55 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 03-27-13 Editor: Audiolibros Colección Calificaciones: 4 de 5 de 2 votos Categorías: Classics, European Literature Resumen del editor: En esta obra Maquiavelo enumera las condiciones que han de caracterizar a un príncipe, entendida esta figura como la cabeza o jefe del Estado. Podemos decir que es un libro práctico, pues pretende dar normas de acción. Intentó el autor teorizar sobre la naturaleza del Estado, sobre la sociedad en que se sustenta y sobre todo en las formas de adquirir y perder el poder y las formas de mantenerse en él. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish.

Die Leiden des jungen Werther Hörbuch von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Johann Wolfgang von Goethe) — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 11:32:13 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Die Leiden des jungen Werther Autor:: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe Erzähler: Maximilian Laprell Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 5 hrs and 15 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 09-19-14 Herausgeber: Audible Studios Bewertung: 4.5 von 5 von 9 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der 1774 erschienene Briefroman "Die Leiden des jungen Werther" von Johann Wolfgang von Goethe spielt in der Zeit um 1771 in der deutschen Kleinstadt Wahlheim und handelt von dem jungen Rechtspraktikanten Werther, der sich unglücklich in die bereits verlobte Lotte verliebt und am Ende Selbstmord begeht. Seine Gedanken und Handlungen hält er in den Briefen an seinen Freund Wilhelm fest. >> Diese ungekürzte Hörbuch-Fassung wird Ihnen exklusiv von Audible präsentiert und ist ausschließlich im Download erhältlich. © Gemeinfrei (P)2014 Audible GmbH Mitglieder Bewertungen: excellent narration of this Goethe classic This work has been excellently narrated. Goethe is said to have been embarrassed by this work in his later years. Yet it is a powerful tale which inspired Massenet to write an opera.

Les liaisons dangereuses Livre Audio par Pierre Choderlos de Laclos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Pierre Choderlos de Laclos) — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 10:60:37 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Les liaisons dangereuses Auteur: Pierre Choderlos de Laclos Narrateur: Karin Viard, Thibault de Montalembert Format: Abridged Durée: 8 hrs and 46 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 06-01-15 Éditeur: Gallimard Evaluation: 4 sur 5 sur 4 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Roman épistolaire, roman de mœurs, roman d'analyse des comportements amoureux, Les liaisons dangereuses est l'œuvre de la pluralité. Les passions s'y déchaînent, laissant peu de place à l'amour, relayé par la vanité, le calcul et le brûlant désir. La conquête amoureuse est vécue comme une guerre qui déploie une stratégie et une tactique sans merci. Cette guerre, c'est la marquise de Merteuil et le vicomte de Valmont qui la mènent, tout entiers voués au culte de la gloire et de la victoire amoureuse, choisissant pour victimes de leur perversité les plus purs et les plus innocents. ©1972 Éditions Gallimard (P)2014 Éditions Gallimard Avis des membres: I love that this book is what the movie "Cruel Intentions" ... I love that this book is what the movie "Cruel Intentions" is based on, and it still seems scandalous even though it was written in the 1700's! My only complaint is that I feel it is a little too long with small print for me to have enough patience to read the whole book. Wonderful. I saw this play in March 2015. If another local theater does it, I am so auditioning for it. Best book of all time, but print is too small This is my favorite novel of all time. I'm French, and an author. During a move last year, my original copy was lost. To find this one seemed a godsend. The only problem is that the print is minuscule. It is so tiny that I have to use a magnifying glass to decipher it. What's there is ok, BUT... "Acting addition" means that several scenes have been cut. I don't recommend this version. Laclos' Libertine Lust Dangerous Liaisons (1782) is an epistolary novel, the print candy of the voyeur with the slightest degree of imagination. Laclos has penned letters that weave an intricate toile of lives, loves and hates set in French estates, countrysides and city scapes. Letters between the two leads, a lechorous libertine male (gentelman is unwarrented in his case) and a Grand Dame of French society (on the surface, manipulative witch is far more accurate) for the crux of the story. They spend their time manipulating those around them, creating love affairs, while having strings of assignations with the (guilty and trouble) puppets. During the course of manipulations an increasing antipathy forms between the two main characters. The manipulated are portrayed in the conspirator's letters as insipid, stupid near sock puppets - yet in their own letters they are a moral balance to leading couple. If you are looking for a guide to manipulation, an etiquette book for the erotic libertine lifestyle, or a well crafted `hate' `love' story, then Laclos' Dangerous Liasions (1782), is an excellent choice.

Le côté de Guermantes (À la recherche du temps perdu 3) Livre Audio par Marcel Proust

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcel Proust) — Thu, 19 Feb 2015 23:03:59 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Le côté de Guermantes (À la recherche du temps perdu 3) Auteur: Marcel Proust Narrateur: Daniel Mesguich Format: Abridged Durée: 4 hrs and 55 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 02-19-15 Éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 7 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés propose une anthologie d'À la recherche du temps perdu. La quintessence du chef-d'œuvre de Marcel Proust est ici choisie avec soin et finesse par Paul Desalmand puis transmise, avec une justesse et une maîtrise de la langue remarquables, par Daniel Mesguich qui met tout son talent au service de la beauté et du sens du texte. Un voyage au cœur de cette œuvre immense et grandiose dans laquelle Marcel Proust peint avec précision, humour et subtilité les circonvolutions de la psychologie humaine. Le côté de Guermantes : Ce troisième volet de la Recherche est marqué par l'installation du narrateur et de sa famille dans un nouveau foyer, près de la demeure des Guermantes. Le quotidien de notre héros se trouve rythmé par la vie de ses prestigieux voisins, qu'il ne tarde pas à côtoyer grâce à la bienveillance de Saint-Loup. L'entrée dans le "jeu de la vie mondaine" s'accompagne chez le narrateur d'un éveil à la sensualité. Entre idéalisation et fantasme, il voit renaître sa passion pour la duchesse et renoue avec Albertine. Figure amoureuse ou maternelle, jeune ou vieillissante, la femme devient source d'attirance, de mystère et d'admiration. Avec finesse et profondeur, Daniel Mesguich donne vie à ces caractères tout en laissant poindre la finitude des êtres et des choses. ©2015 Frémeaux & Associés (P)2015 Frémeaux & Associés Avis des membres: Magique Une histoire magnifique, passionnante, un grand classique avec des personnages si attachants!! Je recommande vivement les trois volumes!

Candide ou l'optimisme Livre Audio par Voltaire

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Voltaire) — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 20:44:34 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Candide ou l'optimisme Auteur: Voltaire Narrateur: Frédéric Chevaux Format: Unabridged Durée: 3 hrs and 22 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 11-18-14 Éditeur: Compagnie du Savoir Evaluation: 4.5 sur 5 sur 21 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Candide ou l'optimisme est un conte philosophique de Voltaire paru à Genève en janvier 1759. Il a été réédité vingt fois du vivant de l'auteur, ce qui en fait un des plus grands succès littéraires français de l'époque. Candide est un jeune garçon vivant au château du baron de Thunderten-tronckh qui se trouve en Westphalie. Il a pour maître Pangloss, philosophe qui enseigne la "métaphysico-théologo-cosmolonigologie", et qui professait, à l'instar de Leibniz, que l'on vit dans le meilleur des mondes possibles. Candide est chassé de ce meilleur des mondes possibles à la suite d'un baiser interdit échangé avec Cunégonde, la fille du Baron. Candide découvre alors le monde, et va de déconvenue en déconvenue sur les chemins d'un long voyage initiatique. Candide est une œuvre majeure de la littérature française, universelle et fascinante par sa modernité et les interrogations qu'elle pose sur le Bien et le Mal, notamment. © Domaine public (P)2014 Compagnie du Savoir Avis des membres: Great book but atypical format for hardcover disrupts reading flow Candide is an excellent story, a concise yet conceptually soaring diatribe that unblinkingly lampoons the stigmas and realities of Voltaires time. The book is packed with scenarios that will make you laugh and cringe at once. I give four stars because the formatting on the hardcover book is a bit weird due to extra spaces in between paragraphs. This extra spacing disrupts the flow of reading and seems as if the publisher was trying to make the book more pages than it actually warranted with respect to the typical font and format of a novel or novella. The best of all possible reviews I decided to revisit this book after almost 40 years since my high school French class. It's amazing what reading it again after such a long time does for your perspective. Glad I picked it up again. Satirical Genius Voltaire is a satirical genius, he leaves few stones unturned in this short novel. The critical responses are useful resources if you have to write a report for the book or need further insight into Voltaires mind. A quick witty romp! What a fun read! I thoroughly enjoyed it. It is relatively short and moves quickly, so it's great if you want something witty without much commitment. hilarious This book is a combination of genius, logical argument and humor. It is definitely hilarious. I laughed so hard as I read this book that i had never before. I highly recommend this book. it makes you think about the world around you and the people and their sufferings yet you only laugh at it. It does not make you sad.

Effi Briest Hörbuch von Theodor Fontane

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Theodor Fontane) — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:47:00 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Effi Briest Autor:: Theodor Fontane Erzähler: Brigitte Trübenbach Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 12 hrs and 31 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-24-13 Herausgeber: BUCHFUNK Bewertung: 4.5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Effi heiratet als siebzehnjähriges Mädchen auf Zureden ihrer Mutter den mehr als doppelt so alten Baron von Innstetten. Dieser behandelt Effi nicht nur wie ein Kind, sondern vernachlässigt sie zugunsten seiner Karriere. Oft allein gelassen und vereinsamt geht Effi eine flüchtige Liebschaft mit dem Major von Crampas ein. Als Innstetten Jahre später dessen Liebesbriefe entdeckt, ist er außerstande, Effi zu verzeihen. Zwanghaft einem überholten Ehrenkodex verhaftet, tötet er den verflossenen Liebhaber im Duell und lässt sich scheiden. Effi ist fortan gesellschaftlich geächtet und wird sogar von ihren Eltern verstoßen. Erst drei Jahre später sind diese bereit, die inzwischen todkranke Effi wieder aufzunehmen. ©2013 BUCHFUNK Verlag (P)2013 BUCHFUNK Verlag

Povesti Belkina Audiobook by Aleksandr Pushkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aleksandr Pushkin) — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 09:21:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Povesti Belkina Subtitle: audiospektakl' Author: Aleksandr Pushkin Narrator: Oleg Bourdelov, Oleg Gerasimov, Artyom Karapetyan, Alexander Kovryzhnykh, Yuliya Lobanova, Nikolaj Denisov, Anastasiya Tarasova Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-14 Publisher: Cdcom Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Povesti Belkina. Radiospektakl'V jetih istorijah, kak i v zhizni, tragedija tesno pereplelas' s ironiej, a vozvyshennoe so smeshnym. Nad oficerom Sil'vio smejalas' sama sud'ba v obraze blestjashhego i udachlivogo sopernika. Kak ni brosit' vyzov jetoj sud'be! I kak ni predostavit' ej pravo streljat' pervoj? ("VYSTREL")Mozhno li poljubit' cheloveka, s kotorym vy obvenchalis' po oshibke? ("METEL''") A najti svoe schast'e s tem, kto dolzhen byl brosit' tebja na proizvol sud'by? ("STANCIONNYJ SMOTRITEL''")Kogo priglasit' na novosel'e neljudimomu grobovshhiku, krome blagodarnyh mertvecov-klientov? ("GROBOVShhIK")I, nakonec, zachem znatnoj baryshne vydavat' sebja za krest'janku vo vremja svidanij? ("BARYShNJa-KREST''JaNKA")Soderzhanie:VystrelMetel'Stancionnyj smotritel'GrobovshhikBaryshnja-krest'janka. Please note: this audiobook is in Russian.

Lykke-Per Audiobook by Henrik Pontoppidan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Henrik Pontoppidan) — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:60:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lykke-Per Author: Henrik Pontoppidan Narrator: Dan Schlosser Format: Unabridged Length: 26 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-27-12 Publisher: Viatone Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Nobelpristageren Henrik Pontoppidans bermte udviklingsroman om prstesnnen Per Sidenius, der gr oprr mod det traditionsbundne og livsforsagende, religise milj, han vokser op i. Han kapper familiebndene og drager til Kbenhavn og kaster sig over det naturvidenskabelige studium for at realisere sine store projekter og drmme. Per tror p sig selv og fr via sin forlovelse med Jacobe indpas i indflydelsesrige kredse med mulighed for at realisere de store ambitioner. Men s melder fortiden sig, og Per kastes ud i en eksistentiel krise. Pontoppidans sprog er bde smukt og bramfrit, den grumme humor sprudler, og ironien tser. Den eksistentielle sgen efter mening er stadig lige aktuel. Hans psykologiske personskildringer er nuancerede og fascinerende. Samtidig fr vi et fremragende tidsbillede af Danmark i slutningen af 1800-tallet. Please note: This audiobook is in Danish. Critic Reviews: "At intet er sort eller hvidt, men findes i utallige nuancer. Bogen er s fremragende, at jeg vil tro, at enhver, der bliver grebet af den, vil kunne se noget i den, fordi den er s menneskelig." (Ida Jessen)

Wecker liest Rilke Hörbuch von Rainer Maria Rilke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rainer Maria Rilke) — Thu, 10 May 2012 18:54:26 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Wecker liest Rilke Autor:: Rainer Maria Rilke Erzähler: Konstantin Wecker Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 56 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-10-12 Herausgeber: Edel Germany GmbH Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Herausgekommen sind 41 Gedichte, die der Musiker rezitiert und mit dem Klavier begleitet: "Ich habe die Gedichte nicht als Schauspieler, sondern als Sänger gelesen, denn für mich war Lyrik schon immer mit der Musik verwandt." Aus Respekt vor den Wortklängen seines Lehrmeisters hielt sich der Liedermacher und Komponist mit seinen Tasten-Improvisationen dezent zurück: "Die neuen Melodien sollen die Gedichte nicht vertonen, sondern zu ihnen hinführen. Mit dem Hörbuch "Wecker liest Rilke" möchte der Lyriker und Sänger die Zuhörer und Zuhörerinnen für die Poesie dieses unvergleichlichen Dichters begeistern: "Lyrik will gehört werden, und ich rate jedem, der noch keinen rechten Zugang zur Lyrik gefunden hat, sich Gedichten erst mal wie der Musik oder einem Mandala zu nähern, sich ohne Sicherung in die Bilderfluten zu stürzen." Konstantin Wecker gelingt es Rilkes Verse lebendig zu machen. Das macht dieses Hörbuch zu einem Geschenk der Besinnung in einer unruhigen Zeit.

Maupassant et les femmes Livre Audio par Guy de Maupassant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy de Maupassant) — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 22:38:39 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Maupassant et les femmes Sous-titre: Nouvelles Auteur: Guy de Maupassant Narrateur: Miou Miou Format: Unabridged Durée: 2 hrs and 19 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 08-13-07 Éditeur: Frémeaux & Associés Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Ces quelques nouvelles témoignent de la précision avec laquelle Maupassant s'attache à observer les femmes et de l'intérêt qu'il porte à leurs diverses existences. Elles trouvent toujours un angle de vision original pour nous faire toucher du doigt la vérité des expériences réinventées par la fiction. Elles soulignent enfin la présence en Maupassant d'un véritable amoureux des femmes, qui les critique ou qui les plaint, mais qui surtout tente de les comprendre. L'auteur Né en Normandie en 1850, vit ses jeunes années, seul avec sa mère séparée de son mari. De 1871 à 1880, il occupe de petits emplois dans différents ministères, tout en apprenant le métier d'écrivain auprès de Flaubert, ami d'enfance de sa mère. C'est une nouvelle, , qui lui vaut ses premiers succès. Il s'élève tout d'un coup au premier plan de l'actualité littéraire. De 1880 à 1891, il publie environ trois cents nouvelles et contes réunis en dix-huit volumes, ainsi que six romans. Il meurt fou en 1893, âgé de quarante-trois ans. La narratrice , de son vrai nom Sylvette Herry, a commencé sa carrière de comédienne il y a plus de 35 ans, après avoir été apprentie tapissière. En 1969, elle rencontre Coluche, Romin Bouteille et Patrick Dewaere, et intègre le Café de la Gare qui prône un théâtre d'improvisation et dégagé des contraintes commerciales. C'est Coluche qui lui trouve le surnom de Miou Miou qu'elle gardera comme nom de scène. Elle est réellement révélée au grand public en 1974, avec Les Valseuses de Bertrand Blier, dans lequel elle forme un trio aux moeurs très libres avec Partick Dewaere et Gérard Depardieu. En 1979, elle reçoit le César de la meilleure actrice pour La Dérobade de Daniel Duval avec son rôle de prostituée courageuse qui souhaite retrouver la liberté. A partir des années 80, elle obtient des rôles plus profonds et plus charismatiques, ce qui lui permet de montrer l'étendue de son talent à travers des films tels que Femme Flic et Coup de foudre. Au théâtre, elle joue aux côtés de Sami Frey dans La Musica Deuxième, pièce écrite et mise en scène par Marguerite Duras. Elle interprète Andromaque dans une mise en scène de Roger Planchon, et joue notamment dans la pièce écrite par Jean-Marie Laclavetine, Voyage au Luxembourg... Ses nombreuses collaborations avec de grands réalisateurs ou étrangers (Louis Malle, Bertrand Blier, Luigi Comencini, Patrice Leconte, Michel Deville ou Georges Lautner) lui valent de connaître une très grande popularité auprès du public. Dans Milou en Mai de Louis Malle, Miou Miou excelle dans son rôle de bourgeoise comme dans La Lectrice de Michel Deville où sa sensualité témoigne une nouvelle fois de l'étendue de son talent. (p) et © Frémeaux et Associés / Groupe Frémeaux Colombini SAS 2007

Fathers and Sons [Russian Edition] Audiobook by Ivan Turgenev

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ivan Turgenev) — Fri, 03 May 2013 07:26:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fathers and Sons [Russian Edition] Author: Ivan Turgenev Narrator: Boris Hasanov Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-03-13 Publisher: New Internet Technologies Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: When Arkady Petrovich returns home from college, his father finds his eager, naïve son changed almost beyond recognition, for the impressionable Arkady has fallen under the powerful influence of the friend he has brought home with him. A self-proclaimed nihilist, the ardent young Bazarov shocks Arkady's father with his criticisms of the landowning way of life and his determination to overthrow the traditional values of contemporary society. Vividly capturing the hopes and fears, regrets and delusions of a changing Russia around the middle of the 19th century, Fathers and Sons is Ivan Turgenev's masterpiece. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Drakula Audiobook by Bram Stoker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bram Stoker) — Tue, 31 Dec 2013 11:29:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drakula Author: Bram Stoker Narrator: Evgeniya Afanasyeva, Diomid Vinogradov, Sergey Kirsanov, Elena Morozova, Stepan Starchikov, Evgeny Ternovskiy Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-13 Publisher: Cdcom Publishing Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: Roman Brema Stokera obshheizvestnaja klassika vampirskogo zhanra, a ego graf Drakula poistine bessmertnoe sushhestvo, perezhivshee mnozhestvo jekranizacij i stavshee voploshheniem vsego samogo kovarnogo i tainstvennogo, na chto tol'ko sposobna chelovecheskaja fantazija. Vam predstoit uslyshat' pjat' golosov, povestvujushhih o perezhityh imi koshmarnyh vstrechah s Drakuloj. Devushka Ljusi, poluchivshaja smertel'nyj ukus i postepenno stanovjashhajasja vampirom, ee vozljublennyj, ne nahodjashhij sebe mesta ot otchajan'ja, muzhestvennyj vrach, raspoznajushhij zloveshhie simptomy Otryvki iz ih dnevnikov i pisem shag za shagom budut priblizhat' vas k razgadke zloveshhej tajny. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Gert Westphal liest Thomas Mann Hörbuch von Thomas Mann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas Mann) — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 02:52:20 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titel: Gert Westphal liest Thomas Mann Autor:: Thomas Mann Erzähler: Gert Westphal Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 26 hrs and 39 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 11-21-16 Herausgeber: Der Hörverlag Bewertung: 5 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Classics, European Literature Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Der Zauberer und der König der Vorleser. Gert Westphal ist eine Legende: Die wohlklingende, modulationsreiche Stimme, sein untrügliches Gespür für Rhythmus, die souveränen Tempo- und Rollenwechsel, die kräftigen Dialektfarben - nicht umsonst hat die ZEIT ihn zum "König der Vorleser" gekürt. Besonders berühmt wurden seine Rezitationen Thomas Manns, dessen "oberster Mund" (Katja Mann) er war. In dieser Edition kann man wieder und wieder dessen großen Erzählungen und Romanen lauschen. Enthält: ©2016 Der Hörverlag (P)2016 Der Hörverlag

Hernanani - C'est la bataille : Le jeu dans la littérature Livre Audio

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michel Pimpant) — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 11:11:29 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> Titre: Hernanani - C'est la bataille : Le jeu dans la littérature Auteur: Michel Pimpant, Quentin Leclerc Narrateur: Michel Pimpant, Quentin Leclerc Format: Unabridged Durée: 44 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 03-17-16 Éditeur: Audible Studios Evaluation: 3 sur 5 sur 1 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Résumé de l'éditeur: Hernanani, c'est le nouveau rendez-vous qui fait bien plaisir sur la littérature ! À la croisée des siècles, des écrivains d'hier et d'aujourd'hui, des courants littéraires, et des petits clashes dans le respect, retrouvez Michel Pimpant et Quentin Leclerc pour une petite discussion au calme autour d'un sujet littéraire gourmand et croquant ! Dans ce podcast, les thèmes abordés porteront sur le jeu dans la littérature : Bibliographie : Extraits de livres audio sur le site d'Audible : Extraits lus par Quentin et Michel : L'extrait proposé représente l'intégralité de l'œuvre. >> Cet podcast vous est proposé en exclusivité par Audible et est uniquement disponible en téléchargement. ©2016 Michel Pimpant / Quentin Leclerc (P)2016 Audible FR

War and Peace, Part 2 Audiobook by Leo Tolstoy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Leo Tolstoy) — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 07:33:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: War and Peace, Part 2 Author: Leo Tolstoy Narrator: Edward Petherbridge Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 07-19-12 Publisher: The Copyright Group Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: At a glittering society party in St Petersburg in 1805, conversations are dominated by the prospect of war. Terror swiftly engulfs the country as Napoleons army marches on Russia, and the lives of three young people are changed forever. The stories of quixotic Pierre, cynical Andrey, and impetuous Natasha interweave with a huge cast, from aristocrats and peasants, to soldiers and Napoleon himself. In War and Peace (1868-9), Tolstoy entwines grand themes - conflict and love, birth and death, free will and fate - with unforgettable scenes of 19th-century Russia to create a magnificent epic of human life in all its imperfection and grandeur.

A Queer Night in Paris Audiobook by Guy de Maupassant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Guy de Maupassant) — Fri, 08 Nov 2013 19:05:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Queer Night in Paris Author: Guy de Maupassant Narrator: Cathy Dobson Format: Unabridged Length: 20 mins Language: English Release date: 11-08-13 Publisher: Red Door Audiobooks Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: M. Savalle, a small-town notary and amateur operatic singer with pretensions, travels to Paris to visit the opera and takes the opportunity to rub shoulders with famous artists in the cafés of Montmartre. He is unexpectedly invited to a housewarming party by a notable painter...but things do not go at all as he expected. His host vanishes unexpectedly and M. Savalle is left in charge of the occasion. When the guests arrive, they mistake him for the waiter...and from there things only get worse.

A Journey to the Centre of the Earth Audiobook by Jules Verne

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jules Verne) — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:31:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/897/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Journey to the Centre of the Earth Author: Jules Verne Narrator: Noel Gibilaro Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-10 Publisher: Alpha DVD LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Classics, European Literature Publisher's Summary: A Journey to the Centre of the Earth is a classic 1864 science-fiction novel written by Jules Verne. The main character is Professor Von Hardwigg who believes there are volcanic tubes going toward the center of the Earth. Professor Von Hardwigg, his nephew Axel, and their guide Hans encounter many adventures, including prehistoric animals and natural hazards, eventually coming to the surface again in southern Italy. The living organisms they meet reflect geological time; just as the rock layers become older and older the deeper they travel, the animals become more and more ancient the closer they come to the center of the Earth. Members Reviews: Not for sci-fi fans Is there anything you would change about this book? This book reads like a technical journal from a field of study I have no clue about. So much technical jargon I didn't understand, I found it hard to follow the story. I'm sure geologists would enjoy this much more than I did.