Editora: Greenbooks Editore
Just So Stories is a collection of Rudyard Kipling's animal tales in which we learn about 'How the Whale got his Throat', 'How the Camel got his Hump', 'How the Rhinoceros got his Skin', 'How the Leopard got his Spots', 'The Elephant's Child', 'The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo', 'The Beginning of the Armadilloes'.
"The Adventure of the Engineer's Thumb", one of the 56 short Sherlock Holmes stories written by British author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, is the ninth of the twelve stories collected in The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes. The story was first published in Strand Magazine in March 1892. Dr. Watson notes that this is one of only two cases which he personally brought to the attention of Sherlock Holmes. The story, set in 1889, mainly consists of a young London consultant hydraulic engineer, Mr. Victor Hatherley, recounting strange happenings of the night before, first to Dr. Watson, who dresses the stump where Mr. Hatherley's thumb has been cut off, and then to Sherlock Holmes himself.Ver livro
Introducing the captivating digital audiobook version of "Catherine Howard: The Throne, The Tomb, and The Scaffold" - a historical play in 3 acts, written by none other than the celebrated author Alexandre Dumas. Prepare to be transported to the tumultuous era of English history, where the doomed fifth wife of Henry VIII comes to life in this enthralling dramatic reading. With its subtitle highlighting its origins as an adaptation of Dumas' renowned play, this audiobook promises to deliver a spellbinding experience like no other. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of the Tudor period as Dumas weaves his signature storytelling magic. Step into the court of Henry VIII, a world of intrigue, power struggles, and forbidden love, where Catherine Howard's fate hangs in the balance. Dumas, renowned for his timeless masterpiece "The Musketeers," showcases his extraordinary talent once again, bringing to life the captivating characters, enthralling dialogues, and gripping plot twists that have made him a literary legend. His masterful prose, combined with the impeccable translation by W. D. Suter, ensures that every word resonates with emotion and authenticity. And what better subject for such a tale than Catherine Howard herself? This tragic figure, married to one of England's most notorious monarchs, captures our imagination with her beauty, charm, and ultimately, her tragic downfall. Through Dumas' intricate storytelling, we delve into the complexities of her life, her rise to power, her illicit affairs, and the events that led to her untimely end.Ver livro
Francis Bret Harte (1839-1902) was an American short story writer and poet, best remembered for his short stories set against the background of the California gold rush. He himself set off at the age of 15 to become a gold miner and absorbed the rough atmosphere of the mining camps, which he used as a setting against which the interplay of human emotions stands out poignantly. "Miggles" is an outstanding example of his humorously tender style which made his stories so popular.Ver livro
TV star James Warwick and award-winning narrator/comedienne Alison Larkin co-star in this accessible, dazzlingly funny two-actor production of The Importance of Being Earnest—a trivial comedy for serious people.We're in England in 1895. Algy and Jack are debonair bachelors-about-town who plan to court Gwendolen and Cecily, despite opposition from the formidable Lady Bracknell.Jack was adopted as a baby, and discovering the truth surrounding his mysterious origins becomes critical to his future happiness.This co-production between Alison Larkin Presents and Steven Jay Cohen is unique in that it is the first 'full cast' audio production performed by two people.James Warwick's many starring roles on television including Tommy in Agatha Christie's Partners in Crime Tommy and Tuppence series on PBS for Masterpiece Theater. He has also played many leading roles on Broadway and in the West End, originating the role of Brad in The Rocky Horror Show and playing King Arthur in Camelot. His last starring role in an Oscar Wilde play was in Peter Hall's production of The Ideal Husband on Broadway.Alison Larkin is the award-winning narrator of over 150 audiobooks, an internationally acclaimed comedienne and the bestselling author of The English American, a novel. Hailed by The Times as "hugely entertaining" and by AudioFile Magazine as "unparalleled...a narrator to seek out" she is the perfect choice to play all the women in Oscar Wilde's most famous play.Ver livro
The Innocents: A Story for Lovers is a 1917 novel by Sinclair Lewis.This distinctive pulp novel follows a longtime married couple as they vacation away from their home in New York City and contemplate starting a business.Ver livro
This second volume continues the masterly unabridged reading of the short stories. It contains the last six stories from the collection: Clay, A Painful Case, Ivy Day in the Committee Room, A Mother, Grace, and perhaps the most well-known of all the stories (and the longest), The Dead. Narrated by Jim Norton. A Naxos AudioBooks media production.Ver livro
