Verlag: Alien Ebooks
This story revisits the children Gillian and Diggory, first encountered in the author's book Beside a Norman Tower, and now about 4 years older.
"Man's soul has always been a battleground; now the battlefield is the atom itself." Written on the eve of WWI, this startlingly prophetic novel famously predicted the invention of "Atomic Bombs." Wells imagines a world where the discovery of a radioactive element, Carolinum, grants humanity limitless power—and the means for total destruction. The Nuclear Prophecy: Decades before the Manhattan Project, Wells described bombs dropped from "aeroplanes" that created "continuous" radioactive explosions, rendering cities uninhabitable. From Ruin to Utopia: After a devastating "Last War," survivors gather to dismantle nationalism and currency, forging a unified World State fueled by clean atomic energy. A Modern Warning: A profound meditation on whether human political structures can survive the immense power of our own technology. Witness the birth of the atomic age. Purchase "The World Set Free" today.Zum Buch
This abridged performance of the last of Shakespeare's plays founded on English history was recorded in 1952. Henry VIII was first published in the 1623 folio edition of Shakespeare's plays. This performance stars Dame Sybil Thorndike, Sir Lewis Casson & Ralph Truman (as King Henry VIII).Zum Buch
Written by the British author Hugh Lofting, is the first of his Doctor Dolittle books, a series of children's novels about a man who learns to talk to animals and becomes their champion around the world. In this book, we are told how Dr John Dolittle came to learn the language of animals, and become and animal doctor. His journey to Africa to treat the sick Monkeys, and his return back to England. Narrated by Michael Ward.Zum Buch
The classic novel, 'Gone With The Wind' is a very captivating story, which takes place during American Civil War in Georgia. Originally published in 1936, became an instant best-seller, earning Margaret Mitchell the 1937 Pulitzer Prize as a first-time novelist. Later, the novel was adapted into a 1939 American film, which won various Academy Awards. Gone With The Wind tells the story of the Southern belle, privileged Scarlett O'Hara who fought for survival during the War and Reconstruction Period in the eighteen century. A story of love, passion, hope, and loss. With unforgettable characters that have captured the readers' hearts for over eighty years.Zum Buch
Journey back to the magical land of Oz with L. Frank Baum’s "Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz." When an earthquake transports Dorothy, her cat, and her cousins to the strange land of the Mangaboos, they reunite with the beloved Wizard. Together, they navigate through wondrous kingdoms filled with vegetable people, invisible creatures, and formidable challenges. Rich with imagination and adventure, this enchanting tale celebrates friendship, bravery, and the endless wonders of Baum’s extraordinary world.Zum Buch
Jane Austen’s timeless romance, enhanced by the energy of the storm. Step into the world of Persuasion, one of Jane Austen’s most profound and emotionally stirring novels, in an entirely new listening experience—where the rhythm of thunderstorms deepens every longing glance, every moment of regret, and every pulse of hope. With Meditation Sounds of Thunderstorms Persuasion - Jane Austen, this digital audio edition blends Austen’s masterful storytelling with the atmospheric power of nature, immersing you in Anne Elliot’s journey of love, loss, and second chances, accompanied by the rolling thunder and soothing rainfall. • Austen’s Genius, Reimagined – Experience Persuasion like never before, heightened by the storm’s emotional intensity. • A Meditative and Dramatic Escape – The soundscape of thunderstorms adds depth and reflection, drawing you deeper into Austen’s world. • Perfect for Austen Devotees & Romance Lovers – Whether you’re revisiting a favorite classic or discovering it for the first time, this edition offers an unforgettable experience.Zum Buch
