The Comrade
Mazo de la Roche
Editora: Alien Ebooks
Sinopse
A wounded soldier in World War I comes across a woman and her newborn baby in the mud and misery of battle.
Editora: Alien Ebooks
A wounded soldier in World War I comes across a woman and her newborn baby in the mud and misery of battle.
The Classic Collection of William Shakespeare invites listeners on an immersive journey through the timeless power of language, love, betrayal, ambition, and imagination. This curated selection of Shakespeare's greatest plays—including Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth, and A Midsummer Night's Dream—captures the full spectrum of the human experience in words that still breathe fire centuries later. Presented in rich, clear narration, this audio edition brings new vitality to the Bard's legendary works. Whether you're discovering Shakespeare for the first time or returning to his world with fresh ears, each performance highlights the musicality, wit, and emotional depth that have made these plays eternal. No summaries, no simplifications—just Shakespeare as he was meant to be heard. Let the poetry unfold. Let the voices speak. Let the magic begin. Perfect for fans of classic literature, drama lovers, students, and those seeking the soul of storytelling in its purest form. Contents - Titus Andronicus - The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet - A Midsummer Night's Dream - The Tragedy of Julius Caesar - The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark - Troilus and Cressida - The Tragedy of Othello, Moor of Venice - The Tragedy of King Lear - The Tragedy of Macbeth - The Life of Timon of Athens - Antony and Cleopatra - The Tragedy of Coriolanus - Cymbeline, King of BritainVer livro
A classic tale from the inkwell of Joseph Conrad, the Secret Sharer is a short story set at sea. The narrator, a newly made Captain of his vessel, rescues a man he finds clinging to his ships rope-ladder. That man was once Chief Mate of a nearby ship, the Sephora, and is accused of murder during rough seas. What follows is a short but well formed tale about isolation, duality, and the struggle between the rational and irrational. Narrated by Michael Ward.Ver livro
The bookshelves of British literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From these Isles their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure. Among them is the English writer Mary Louisa Molesworth.Ver livro
'There is a land of the living and a land of the dead and the bridge is love, the only survival, the only meaning.' Published to worldwide acclaim in 1927, and the winner of the Pulitzer Prize, The Bridge of San Luis Rey is a profoundly moving and philosophical work that examines the meaning of life, death and fate. Set in eighteenth-century Peru, Wilder's masterpiece opens with the collapse of a rope bridge, sending five unsuspecting travellers to their deaths. In the aftermath, Brother Juniper, a Franciscan monk who was about to cross the bridge himself, sets out to understand why these particular individuals perished – was it chance, or part of a divine plan? As he pieces together the lives of the victims, their interwoven stories unfold in richly drawn portraits of passion, devotion, ambition and quiet tragedy. Elegantly crafted, The Bridge of San Luis Rey is a timeless exploration of human connection and spiritual inquiry – one that continues to resonate with readers nearly a century after its publication. Thornton Wilder (1897 – 1975) was an American novelist, playwright and lecturer. Over the course of his career Wilder won the Pulitzer Prize three times, became a visiting professor at Harvard University and served in the US Army Air Force to great success. Today, he is remembered for his plays, Our Town and The Skin of our Teeth.Ver livro
Published over a ten-year period between the years 1933 and 1943 while the writer was in exile, Thomas Mann’s Joseph and his Brothers is an epic four-part novel that works as a retelling of chapters twenty-one to thirty of the Book of Genesis. Described as a “Mythological novel”, It took Mann over sixteen years to write the novel and was considered by the writer as his greatest ever literary achievement. in this second volume subtitled ‘Young Joseph’, Mann shifts his focus to Joseph’s formative years, moving towards the novel’s ultimate conclusion where he is imprisoned by his brothers and sold into slavery. Deploying Mann’s signature capacity for incredible, often mesmerising detail, Joseph and His Brothers brings to life a world of mythology and legend, set within the ancient kingdoms of Egypt, Mesopotamia, and Palestine. The result is an impressive, awe-inspiring work of psychological depth – one that is replete with historical detail, ironic humour, and breathtaking grandeur. This recording is based on John E. Woods definitive English translation, providing an authoritative retelling that is worthy of Mann’s landmark work.Ver livro
Step into a world of calm storytelling with this British Bedtime Classics Collection, bringing together some of the most beloved works in classic literature in one soothing listening experience. This collection features Alice in Wonderland, its continuation Through the Looking Glass, Peter Pan and The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, all gently narrated in a calm British voice. With over 13 hours of timeless stories, this collection is ideal for evening listening, bedtime routines, relaxation, stress relief and peaceful background audio. Whether you are looking for a calming sleep story, a nostalgic journey into classic literature or a gentle way to quiet your mind, these stories are designed to be returned to again and again. Alice in Wonderland invites you into a dreamlike world of curiosity, imagination and unforgettable characters. Continue the journey in Through the Looking Glass, where Alice steps into a mirrored world filled with quiet wonder, playful logic and surreal encounters that make it perfect for calm, reflective listening. Peter Pan brings you to Neverland in a softer, more relaxed interpretation of the classic tale, filled with gentle adventure and familiar characters, while The Wonderful Wizard of Oz offers a comforting journey through a magical land that feels both nostalgic and soothing. Perfect for fans of audiobooks for sleep, bedtime stories for adults, relaxing narration, classic literature, calming British voices and long-form listening experiences. Return each night, pick up where you left off, or simply let the stories play as you drift into rest. Listen to the sample now..Ver livro