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  Mr Pim Passes By

  A. A. Milne

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  A.A. Milne will be forever associated with the timeless "Winnie the Pooh" books. In the Pooh stories and in his poetry for children Milne was able to enter the world of childhood in a unique way. Adults continue to enjoy the books as precious windows into their own childhood memories but also because the writing has a wry and winsome humour that speaks to any age. Yet Milne was a successful writer of humour long before he created these children's masterpieces, producing a fine body of articles, novels and plays. 
  "Mr Pim Passes By" is Milne's own adaptation of his successful play of the same name, first produced in 1919 and running for 246 performances. 
  The somewhat self-centred and over comfortable world of George Marden is suddenly disrupted by the arrival of the somewhat aged and confused Mr Pim. This seemingly routine social visit throws George and his family into a comic situation which raises serious questions about a past determined to rear its disturbing head! 
  Head Stories Audio presents " Mr Pim Passes By" by A. A. Milne - narrated by Simon Hester. With original music.

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  The Story of a Stuffed Elephant

  Laura Lee Hope

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  "He may be made of plush and cotton, but his heart is as big as a real elephant's!"
  
  Step into the magical world of the toy shop after dark! In The Story of a Stuffed Elephant, we meet a noble creature with soft tusks and a trunk that longs to be hugged. From the moment he is finished by the toy-maker, the Stuffed Elephant dreams of the adventures that await him in the "Great World" outside. His journey takes him from the crowded shelves of a department store to the arms of a playful child, and eventually into the company of other legendary toys like the Calico Clown and the Candy Rabbit. Through triumphs and mishaps, the Stuffed Elephant proves that being "just a toy" is the greatest adventure of all.
  
  The Secret Life of the Playroom: This story is a beautiful exploration of the "Make-Believe" philosophy—the idea that toys have their own adventures and friendships when the nursery lights go out. It encourages children to treat their toys with kindness, showing how a simple stuffed animal can be a brave protector and a loyal friend.
  
  A Window into Vintage Childhood: Written in 1922, this book reflects a world where toys were cherished treasures. It captures the charm of early 20th-century department stores, snowy Christmas mornings, and the simple, enduring joy of a first "best friend" made of cloth.
  
  Lessons in Resilience: The Stuffed Elephant's path isn't always easy. He faces the "perils" of being lost, the fear of the dark, and the uncertainty of new places. His quiet courage and optimistic spirit provide a gentle, comforting narrative that is perfect for bedtime reading.
  
  Give a gift of timeless wonder. Purchase "The Story of a Stuffed Elephant" today.

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  As You Like It - A Dramatic...

  William Shakespeare

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  Long theorized to be one of Shakespeare's mid-career works, As You Like It remains an evergreen favorite for audiences and scholars alike for its sparkling characters, pastoral setting, gorgeous prose and entertaining storylines that converge in fun and surprising ways. When several characters, including an elderly French duke, his headstrong daughter Rosalind, and Rosalind's handsome love interest Orlando, are forced to flee the kingdom and take refuge in the neighboring Forest of Arden, their adventures therein lead to a series of amusing encounters and mix-ups. Genders are reversed, courtships are developed, attractions are left unrequited, and the action reflected upon by the likes of witty fools and discontented courtiers. Who will end up with whom? Who will be left in the lurch? And will the pastoral chaos in Arden reach a satisfying resolution? You'll have to listen to find out!

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  Kew Gardens

  Virginia Woolf

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  First published in 1921 as part of her ground-breaking short-story collection Monday or Tuesday, Kew Gardens follows the thoughts of a set of characters walking past a flower bed in the royal botanic garden on a hot July day.
  Interweaving the thoughts of the characters with depictions of the natural world surrounding them, the narrative flows from mind to mind, from the tranquil flower bed to the bustling city outside.
  Written in Woolf's trademark style, brimming with keen observation and rich language, Kew Gardens is both a paean to the natural world and an empathetic exploration of human experience.
  'The light fell either upon the smooth, grey back of a pebble or the shell of a snail with its brown, circular veins, or, falling into a raindrop, it expanded with such intensity of red, blue and yellow the thin walls of water that one expected them to burst and disappear… Then the breeze stirred rather more briskly overhead and the colour was flashed into the air above, into the eyes of the men and women who walk in Kew Gardens in July.'

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  A Descent into the Maelström

  Sampi Books, Edgar Allan Poe

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  Edgar Allan Poe's "The Descent into the Maelström" is a tale that explores themes of survival and cunning in the face of imposing natural forces. Narrated by a man facing a colossal whirlpool, the story distils the tension between fear and reason, highlighting the human capacity to use intelligence to face seemingly insurmountable challenges.

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  The Cat That Walked by Himself -...

  Rudyard Kipling

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  'The Cat that Walked by Himself' is one of the most well-loved of Kipling's Just So Stories.
  This is a story about a cat who liked to walk wherever he wanted. Everything happened at those times when the animals were wild. They lived separately from people. The man was also wild. But he met the woman. She found a nice dry cave and made it their house. They were happy there. One evening the wild dog came to the cave. The woman promised the dog tasty bones for guarding her cave. Later the wild cow and the wild horse also came. She promised fresh grass to the cow and the horse for fresh milk and help with the housework. The cat watched it. He also wanted to be near fire and drink warm milk. Still the cat wanted to walk by himself as usual. The woman did not need such an animal. She needed useful animals. So she made a bargain with the cat.

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