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  The Red Badge of Courage

  Stephen Crane

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  On a cold day, the 304th New York Infantry Regiment awaits battle beside a river. Eighteen-year-old Private Henry Fleming, remembering his reasons for enlisting as well as his mother's resulting protests, wonders whether he will remain brave in the face of fear or turn and run. The story follows Fleming on the fateful days to come, through flight and redemption, injury and the horrors of war. The Red Badge of Courage received generally positive reviews from critics on its initial publication; in particular, it was said to be a remarkably modern and original work., the original 1895 publication went through ten editions in the first year alone, making Crane an overnight success at the age of twenty-four. 
  This bestselling book in both the US and the States, praised for its sense of realism is reproduced here, narrated by Michael Ward.

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  Into the Sun - One of the first...

  Robert Duncan Milne

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  Robert Duncan Milne was born on 7th June 1844 in Cupar in Fife, Scotland. 
   
  Little is known of the life of this extraordinary author who created some of the most appealing science fiction stories ever written.   
   
  As an adult he lived in San Francisco and wrote short stories for local newspapers and periodicals of the time and principally for The Argonaut, the political and literary newspaper heavyweight of the area. 
   
  Robert Duncan Milne died in San Francisco, California on 15th December 1899.  He was 55. 
   
  Into the Sun is a compelling narrative of what happens when the doomed Earth falls into the sun.  Is survival possible?

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  The Pilgrim's Progress

  John Bunyan

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  Once the most deeply cherished book in English-speaking households other than Bible itself, John Bunyan’s The Pilgrim's Progress is the allegorical tale of Christian the pilgrim on his journey to the Celestial City. Along the way, Christian encounters both worthy companions and dreadful adversaries. Although this book was written more than three hundred years ago, this stirring spiritual narrative still bears the power to challenge and encourage readers on their own spiritual journeys. 
   
  About the Hendrickson Christian Classics series: 
  Acts of faith always start with a small “yes”—so how can you get better at hearing his call? Learning from trusted elders and writers in Christianity who walked before us is a fantastic way to begin! Whether you are looking to get more out of Scripture, be challenged by God’s relentless love, or gain a greater understanding for how Jesus reveals himself, the Hendrickson Christian Classics series will inspire and provoke you into a deeper relationship with the Lord. 
   
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  The Hendrickson Christian Classics are for you if you want to:Learn how to experience the Holy Spirit’s presence dailyGet a handle on Christian classics (like The Pilgrim’s Progress and others)Take your understanding of Scripture to a deeper levelImmerse yourself in these spiritual Christian classics! 
  Dive deep into these amazing masterworks and experience some of the greatest Christian classics, all masterfully narrated by Emmy Award winner Stephen Johnston: 
  The Pilgrim’s Progress (by John Bunyan)Absolute Surrender (by Andrew Murray)The Practice of the Presence of God (by Brother Lawrence)How to Pray and How to Study the Bible (by R.A. Torrey)Heretics (by G.K. Chesterton)Humility (by Andrew Murray)In His Steps (by Charles Sheldon)The Imitation of Christ (by Thomas a Kempis)The Kneeling Christian (by Albert Richardson)Orthodoxy (by G.K. Chesterton)

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  The Little Prince

  Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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  Audiobook The Little Prince is a novella written and illustrated by French writer and military pilot Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. It was first published in English and French in the United States by Reynal & Hitchcock in April 1943 and was published posthumously in France following liberation; Saint-Exupéry's works had been banned by the Vichy Regime. The story follows a young prince who visits various planets, including Earth, and addresses themes of loneliness, friendship, love, and loss. Despite its style as a children's book, The Little Prince makes observations about life, adults, and human nature. 
  The Little Prince became Saint-Exupéry's most successful work, selling an estimated 140 million copies worldwide, which makes it one of the best-selling in history. The book has been translated into over 505 different languages and dialects worldwide, being the second most translated work ever published, trailing only the Bible.The Little Prince has been adapted to numerous art forms and media, including audio recordings, radio plays, live stage, film, cinema television, ballet, and opera.

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  A Journey to the Center of the...

  Jules Verne

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  Embark on an extraordinary expedition in this timeless science fiction masterpiece by Jules Verne. A Journey to the Center of the Earth takes you deep below the Earth's surface on a thrilling adventure filled with wonder, danger, and discovery. 
  Follow Professor Lidenbrock, his nephew Axel, and their intrepid guide, Hans, as they navigate mysterious caverns, encounter prehistoric creatures, and uncover ancient secrets hidden beneath the Earth's crust. With vivid descriptions and relentless excitement, this audiobook brings Verne's visionary imagination to life, offering a story that will captivate listeners of all ages. 
  Perfect for fans of exploration, science, and daring escapades, A Journey to the Center of the Earth is a voyage you won't soon forget.

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  First Men in the Moon - A...

  Mr Punch

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  In this exciting adaptation of the novel by H.G.Wells set in 1900 we join the eccentric professor Cavor (Sir Donald Sinden) and the rakish free loading Charles Bedford (James Bolam) on their extraordinary journey to the moon in a huge metal sphere resplendent with drape curtains, gentleman’s arm chairs and brass fittings. 
    
  Once upon the moon’s surface they discover more than they bargained for - within the centre of the moon there is life! Taken prisoner by the calculating Selenites, our heroes and their crew are soon subjected to mind experiments and terror. Responding as they only know how, with violence, only one of our space travellers will return to earth!  
    
  Cast 
  Sir Donald Sinden as Cavor 
  James Bolam as Bedford 
  Gary Olson as Manson 
  Tom Georgeson as Spike 
  Jilly Bond as Elise 
  Kerry Shale as the Selenites 
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  Chris Pavlos 
  Anthony Jackson 
  Ali Hames 
  Robert Whelan 
  Nick Mercer  
  & full supporting cast 
    
  Dramatisation:          Joe Dunlop 
  Music:                       Robert Rigby 
  Director:                    Martin Jameson 
  Producer:                  Michael Cameron & Stewart Richards 
    
  © & ℗ 2022 Mr Punch Audiobooks Ltd

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