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Rosetta Baskerville was the wife of George Baskerville, a missionary in Uganda. Some of the folktales in this book, published in 1922, are stories that Baskerville heard herself, while other stories she adapted from the Baganda folktales collected by Apollo Kaggwa [1864–1927]. You will find origin stories here, like "Why the Bat Sleeps All Through the Day," and "How the Grey Parrots Got Their Red Tails," along with many other animal stor…
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Set against the backdrop of the eccentric reign of Emperor Paul I of Russia, Vaninka stands as the most fictionalized tale in Dumas Celebrated Crimes series. This gripping narrative follows the story of a generals daughter, Vaninka, whose passionate...
The classic story of Sir Percy Blakeney and his alter ego, the Scarlet Pimpernel. A great adventure, set during the French Revolution.
Explore the mysterious world of "Mental Fascination" by William Walker Atkinson. This podcast delves into the powers of the mind, the influence of thought, and the secrets of personal magnetism, offering intriguing insights into the esoteric and metaphysical aspects of human psychology.
Seven short stories by Edith Wharton, American author of The House of Mirth. "The Hermit and the Wild Woman" (rather different than Wharton's usual fare) is about a religious hermit who retires from the world after childhood trauma, and his relationship with a former nun whose "sinful" desire to bathe has driven her out of her cloister. The remaining six stor…
Step into the world of romance and wit with "Cyrano de Bergerac." This podcast brings Edmond Rostand’s classic play to life, featuring the eloquent and brave Cyrano and his unspoken love for Roxane. Perfect for lovers of classic literature, drama, and poetic language.
