Editora: Legorreta
Ulysses by James Joyce A modernist masterpiece, Ulysses follows Leopold Bloom through a single day in Dublin. Blending stream-of-consciousness narrative with mythological parallels, Joyce explores themes of identity, memory, and the mundane, revolutionizing literary form and language in the process.
More classic horror narrations on Jonathan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JonathanDunneHorrorAudiobooks Title: The Fearsome Touch of Death Author: Robert E. Howard Narrator: Jonathan Dunne Original Publication: 1932 Public Domain: No Series Placement: Timeless Terrors No. 92 Description: The Fearsome Touch of Death is a gripping example of Robert E. Howard’s signature blend of visceral action and supernatural dread—where mortal combat meets cosmic terror. Set in a shadowed, dangerous world of warriors and dark forces, the story follows a hero whose very survival is tested against ancient, malevolent powers. Howard’s narrative combines raw physicality with a relentless sense of impending doom. From the first page, the story immerses readers in unyielding peril. The villainous presence in the tale embodies both supernatural potency and human cunning, creating a tension that is immediate, unavoidable, and deadly. Howard escalates suspense through relentless pacing, vivid combat, and the palpable threat of the unknown. Unlike slower, more cerebral horror, The Fearsome Touch of Death revels in the tangible clash of strength, skill, and primal fear. Civilization, morality, and intellect offer little defense against forces that operate on an older, more merciless scale. Howard’s prose delivers terror through action, confrontation, and the sheer inevitability of the hero’s—and humanity’s—vulnerability. Narrated by Amazon-bestselling horror author Jonathan Dunne, this performance amplifies the story’s pulse-pounding tension and brutal atmosphere. The Fearsome Touch of Death stands as a landmark of Howard’s early twentieth-century horror—where courage, mortality, and cosmic indifference collide, leaving no character untouched by the shadow of death.Ver livro
"The Great Gatsby" is a classic novel written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, first published in 1925. The story is set in the summer of 1922 and is narrated by Nick Carraway, a young man who moves to Long Island, New York, and becomes entangled in the lives of his mysterious and wealthy neighbor, Jay Gatsby, and his cousin, Daisy Buchanan.Ver livro
Young bride-to-be Dolly must overcome several obstacles in this hilarious, sardonic novella by Julia Strachey set in 1930s England. Following an excellent film adaptation in 2012, this audio edition of Cheerful Weather for the Wedding is read by internationally acclaimed actress Miriam Margoyles. Dolly is twenty-three and about to marry the Honourable Owen Bigham. Her wedding day is filled with hasty and chaotic preparations for the entire household. Matters are complicated further by Dolly swigging from a bottle of Jamaica rum, which she later transfers into the folds of her white dress. Will she arrive at her own wedding on time, or will the fumbling advances of Joseph, the man she really loves, get in the way? Cheerful Weather for the Wedding is part of the Persephone Audiobook Collection, a series of forgotten classics including neglected fiction and non-fiction by women writers. This edition was first published in 1932 by Leonard and Virginia Woolf’s Hogarth Press. It includes a preface by the late author Frances Partridge, a longtime friend of Strachey’s who wrote her biography, Julia, A Portrait of Julia Strachey (1983).‘A very cute, clever, indeed rather remarkable acidulated story . . . I think it is astonishingly good – complete and sharp and individual’ – Virginia WoolfVer livro
First published in 1892 and co-written with Lloyd Osbourne, The Wrecker is a gripping tale of mystery, adventure, and moral ambiguity set against the vast, unpredictable expanse of the Pacific. When Loudon Dodd, a struggling artist living in Paris, unexpectedly inherits a modest fortune, he uses it to invest in what seems like a promising opportunity: the purchase of a wrecked ship stranded on a remote Pacific island. What begins as a speculative business venture quickly spirals into a dangerous quest to uncover the truth behind the ship's destruction and the sinister events surrounding it. As Dodd journeys from Europe to the islands of the South Seas, he is drawn into a web of deception, greed, and hidden crimes. Along the way, he encounters a vivid cast of characters—adventurers, con men, traders, and outcasts—each with their own secrets and motives. The deeper Dodd investigates, the clearer it becomes that the wreck is no accident, and that powerful forces will go to great lengths to keep the truth buried. Blending elements of detective fiction, maritime adventure, and psychological drama, The Wrecker explores the darker side of human ambition and the ethical compromises people make in the pursuit of wealth and power. Stevenson's masterful storytelling brings to life exotic locales, tense confrontations, and a steadily unfolding mystery that challenges the protagonist's ideals and courage. Rich in atmosphere and suspense, The Wrecker stands as a compelling example of Stevenson's ability to move beyond straightforward adventure into complex moral terrain. It is a novel that examines not only the perils of the sea, but also the treacherous depths of the human soul—making it an enduring and thought-provoking read for lovers of classic literature and mystery alike.Ver livro
G K Chesterton (29 May 1874 – 14 June 1936) was a poet, novelist, playwright, literary commentator, editor, biographer, journalist, orator and theologian. He was often dubbed as the “prince of paradox” for his light whimsical style that often addressed serious issues such as politics and religion. The latter was as a member and defender of the Christian faith and the former was shaped by a distrust of concentrated wealth and power. He advocated Distributionism and said that every man should be allowed to own "three acres and a cow." These political views have spread round the world, crediting Chesterton as the father of the “small is beautiful” movement. It is also said to have influenced Gandhi in seeking a genuine nationalism for India rather than imitating the British state. Chesterton was remarkably prolific but perhaps his most famous creation is Father Brown. Within this character Chesterton’s clever writing and profound ideas reveal truths, often with humour as the detective priest pursues the answers to his cases.Ver livro
A Blaze is a short story by Katherine Mansfield: “Max, you silly devil, you’ll break your neck if you go careering down the slide that way. Drop it, and come to the Club House with me and get some coffee.” - “I’ve had enough for to-day. I’m damp all through. There, give us a cigarette, Victor, old man. When are you going home?”Ver livro
