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In a small town far out West, 11 year old Pollyanna loses her mother then her dad to disease. The orphan is sent to be raised by her aunt who, unfortunately, does not want her but accepts her very reluctantly only out of 'duty'.
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Robert Southey, named Poet Laureate in 1813, crafted an influential biography, The Life of Nelson, honoring Britains greatest Naval hero, Horatio, Lord Viscount Nelson. Nelson, who fell in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, remains in memory for his...
An overview of the life and times of one of England's most beloved authors.
The Enchiridion (also translated as “Handbook” or “Manual”) of Epictetus is a short collection of Stoic precepts compiled by Arrian, a student of Epictetus.
"In the volume titled Incredible Adventures occur some of the finest tales which the author has yet produced, leading the fancy to wild rites on nocturnal hills, to secret and terrible aspects lurking behind stolid scenes, and to unimaginable vaults of mystery below the sands and pyramids of Egypt; all with a serious finesse and delicacy that convince where a…
Delve into the firsthand experiences of an American diplomat stationed in Brussels during the onset of World War I in 1914. The book is a compilation of curated entries from his daily journal, providing a unique lens into the tumultuous atmosphere...
Delve into the witty and satirical world of "Eve's Diary." This podcast offers a dramatic reading of Mark Twain's humorous and insightful take on the story of Adam and Eve. Enjoy Twain's unique blend of humor and social commentary in this delightful and thought-provoking listen.
