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Our Young Folks Plutarch
Dive into the captivating world of ancient heroes with Our Young Folks Plutarch, where Rosalie Kaufman skillfully adapts Plutarchs timeless biographies for a younger audience. Written around 100 AD, Plutarch‚Äôs Lives offers a rich tapestry of personal stories that reveal the essence of great Greek and Roman figures. As Kaufman notes in her preface, ‚ÄúThe lives which we here present in a condensed simple form are prepared from those of Plutarch.‚Äù This collection emphasizes character over…
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Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 1-Pliny the Elder, John S. White
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 1 by Pliny the Elder, John S. White. Featured on Our Young Folks Plutarch. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 4-Pliny the Elder, John S. White
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 4 by Pliny the Elder, John S. White. Featured on Our Young Folks Plutarch. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 2-Pliny the Elder, John S. White
Boys' and Girls' Pliny Vol. 2 by Pliny the Elder, John S. White. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Young Folks' History of Germany-Charlotte Mary Yonge
Young Folks' History of Germany by Charlotte Mary Yonge. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Truculentus; The Churl-Titus Maccius Plautus
Truculentus; The Churl by Titus Maccius Plautus. This episode includes AI-generated content.
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Charles I-Jacob Abbott
"Charles I" by Jacob Abbott offers a compelling exploration of the life of one of England's most controversial monarchs. This biography delves into the…
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Diatessaron A Harmony of the Four Gospels-Tatian
"Diatessaron: A Harmony of the Four Gospels" by Tatian offers a unique synthesis of the four canonical Gospels, presenting a cohesive narrative that captures…
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Romance of a Mummy and Egypt-Théophile Gautier
"Romance of a Mummy and Egypt" by Théophile Gautier invites listeners into a captivating exploration of love intertwined with the mysteries of ancient Egypt…
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Three Girls in a Flat-Laura Hayes, Jean Loughborough, Enid Yandell
"Three Girls in a Flat" brings together the lives and adventures of Laura Hayes, Jean Loughborough, and Enid Yandell as they navigate the challenges of…
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History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 5, Chapter 25)-Thomas Babington Macaulay
"History of England, from the Accession of James II" by Thomas Babington Macaulay presents a detailed exploration of England's political and social landscape…
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Aristopia A Romance-History of the New World-Castello Newton Holford
"Aristopia: A Romance-History of the New World" by Castello Newton Holford invites listeners into a richly imagined narrative that combines elements of romance…
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Buffalo Bill from Prairie to Palace-John M. Burke
"Buffalo Bill from Prairie to Palace" by John M. Burke chronicles the remarkable journey of the legendary figure Buffalo Bill, tracing his evolution from…
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From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius
"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" delves into the rich history of Rome, chronicling its legendary beginnings and the events that shaped…
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Young Colonists A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars-G. A. Henty
"Young Colonists: A Story of the Zulu and Boer Wars" by G. A. Henty transports listeners to a time of conflict and courage in South Africa. This gripping tale…
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Agamemnon (Morshead Translation)-Aeschylus
Agamemnon, a powerful work by Aeschylus translated by Morshead, delves into themes of fate, justice, and the consequences of vengeance within the context of…
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Romance of Polar Exploration-G. Firth Scott
"Romance of Polar Exploration" by G. Firth Scott delves into the captivating narratives of polar expeditions, capturing the allure and challenges faced by…
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Canadians of Old-Philippe Aubert de Gaspé
"Canadians of Old" by Philippe Aubert de Gaspé offers a vivid exploration of early Canadian life, capturing the spirit and experiences of its people during a…
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Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 3-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus
"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 3-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" offers a rich exploration of the lives of notable figures from ancient Greece…
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Life and Adventures of Jack Engle An AutoBiography-Walt Whitman
"Life and Adventures of Jack Engle An AutoBiography" by Walt Whitman is a captivating exploration of identity and the human experience through the eyes of its…
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Astrophel and Stella-Sir Philip Sidney
"Astrophel and Stella" by Sir Philip Sidney is a poignant exploration of love and longing, encapsulating the complexities of desire and emotional turmoil. This…
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Early explorations in New South Wales A collection-Richard Hind Cambage, John Price
"Early Explorations in New South Wales" is a compelling collection by Richard Hind Cambage and John Price that delves into the significant journeys and…
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Actress in High Life An Episode in Winter Quarters-Susan Petigru King-Bowen
"Actress in High Life: An Episode in Winter Quarters" by Susan Petigru King-Bowen invites listeners into a captivating narrative set against the backdrop of…
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Eugene Onéguine-Alexander Pushkin
Eugene Onéguine by Alexander Pushkin is a timeless exploration of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships. This novel in verse captures the…
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Converts from Infidelity, Volume 1-Andrew Crichton
"Converts from Infidelity, Volume 1-Andrew Crichton" delves into the profound journey of individuals who have transitioned from doubt to faith, exploring the…
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Richard I-Jacob Abbott
"Richard I" by Jacob Abbott offers a captivating exploration of the life and reign of one of England's most legendary kings. This audiobook delves into the…
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Stories of Don Quixote written anew for young people-James Baldwin
"Stories of Don Quixote written anew for young people" by James Baldwin presents a fresh interpretation of Miguel de Cervantes' timeless tale, making it…
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Tattlings of a Retired Politician-Forrest Crissey
"Tattlings of a Retired Politician" by Forrest Crissey offers a unique glimpse into the world of politics through the eyes of someone who has stepped back from…
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History of England, from the Accession of James II - (Volume 5, Chapter 23)-Thomas Babington Macaulay
"History of England, from the Accession of James II" by Thomas Babington Macaulay delves into the significant events and transformations in England following…
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Queen Elizabeth-Jacob Abbott
"Queen Elizabeth" by Jacob Abbott offers an engaging exploration of the life and reign of one of history's most iconic monarchs. This biography captures the…
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Sir Robert Hart The Romance of a Great Career-Juliet Bredon
"Sir Robert Hart: The Romance of a Great Career" by Juliet Bredon delves into the remarkable life of Sir Robert Hart, a prominent figure in the history of…
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Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark (version 4)-William Shakespeare
"Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark" is a timeless exploration of themes such as revenge, madness, and the complexities of the human condition. Shakespeare's…
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Last Galley, Impressions and Tales-Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
"Last Galley, Impressions and Tales" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle offers a captivating collection of reflections and narratives that showcase the author's keen…
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Gorgias-Benjamin Jowett, Plato (Πλάτων)
"Gorgias" by Plato, translated by Benjamin Jowett, delves into the nature of rhetoric and the ethical implications of persuasion. This dialogue explores the…
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Shooting Party-Anton Chekhov
"Shooting Party" by Anton Chekhov captures the essence of a gathering that unfolds amidst the backdrop of a hunting expedition, where the complexities of human…
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Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus
"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 2" by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus delves into the lives of remarkable figures from ancient Greece and Rome…
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Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 1-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus
"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 1" by Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus offers a compelling exploration of the lives and virtues of notable…
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Garthowen A Story of a Welsh Homestead-Allen Raine
"Garthowen: A Story of a Welsh Homestead" by Allen Raine invites listeners into the heart of rural Wales, exploring the life and struggles of a homestead. This…
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Hannibal-Jacob Abbott
Hannibal by Jacob Abbott is a captivating exploration of the life and achievements of the legendary Carthaginian general, Hannibal Barca. This audiobook delves…
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Histories, Volume 1-Polybius
"Histories, Volume 1-Polybius" offers a profound exploration of the rise and fall of the Roman Republic, capturing the intricate political dynamics and…
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Mary Queen of Scots-Jacob Abbott
"Mary Queen of Scots" by Jacob Abbott presents a captivating exploration of the life of one of history's most intriguing figures. This biography delves into…
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Bible in Its Making-Mildred Duff, Noel Hope
"Bible in Its Making" by Mildred Duff and Noel Hope explores the fascinating origins and development of the Bible, providing insights into how this sacred text…
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Castle Rackrent-Maria Edgeworth
"Castle Rackrent" by Maria Edgeworth is a captivating exploration of the decline of an Irish estate through the eyes of its long-serving steward. This tale of…
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“The Flu” A Brief History of Influenza in U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii-A. Mouritz
“The Flu” A Brief History of Influenza in U. S. America, Europe, Hawaii by A. Mouritz delves into the historical impact of influenza across various regions…
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Anne Severn and the Fieldings-May Sinclair
"Anne Severn and the Fieldings" by May Sinclair invites listeners into a world of complex relationships and the exploration of personal identity. The narrative…
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Home and the World-Rabindranath Tagore
"Home and the World" by Rabindranath Tagore explores the intricate relationship between personal desires and social responsibilities, set against the backdrop…
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Maid of Maiden Lane (dramatic reading)-Amelia E. Barr
"Maid of Maiden Lane," a dramatic reading by Amelia E. Barr, invites listeners into a richly woven narrative that captures the essence of its time. This tale…
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Alexander the Great-Jacob Abbott
"Alexander the Great" by Jacob Abbott offers a captivating exploration of the life and achievements of one of history's most iconic figures. This audiobook…
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History of the Church of Christ Century IV-Joseph Milner
"History of the Church of Christ Century IV" by Joseph Milner explores the significant developments and events in the Christian church during the fourth…
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Germania-Publius Cornelius Tacitus
"Germania" by Publius Cornelius Tacitus offers a vivid exploration of the customs, geography, and tribes of ancient Germany as observed by the Roman historian…
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Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4-Parker Thomas Moon
"Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4" by Parker Thomas Moon delves into the complexities of imperialism and its far-reaching effects on global…
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William the Conqueror-Jacob Abbott
"William the Conqueror" by Jacob Abbott explores the life and legacy of one of history's most influential figures, highlighting his rise from Duke of Normandy…
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History of the Church of Christ Century III-Joseph Milner
"History of the Church of Christ Century III" by Joseph Milner offers an insightful exploration of the development and challenges faced by the Church of Christ…
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Consolation of Philosophy (Version 2)-Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius
"Consolation of Philosophy" by Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius is a profound exploration of the nature of happiness, the role of fortune, and the quest for…
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Hagar's Daughter. A Story of Southern Caste Prejudice-Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins
"Hagar's Daughter" by Pauline Elizabeth Hopkins explores the deeply entrenched caste prejudice of the Southern United States. Through its compelling narrative…
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Historical Newspaper Articles, Volume 2-Various
"Historical Newspaper Articles, Volume 2-Various" invites listeners to explore a curated collection of newspaper articles that capture significant moments and…
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Story of Japan-Robert van Bergen
"Story of Japan" by Robert van Bergen offers a captivating exploration of Japan's rich history and culture, providing listeners with a unique perspective on…
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Eclogues-Virgil
"Eclogues" by Virgil is a collection of pastoral poems that celebrate the beauty of nature and the simplicity of rural life, reflecting themes of love, loss…
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Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus
"Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 7-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus" delves into the lives of celebrated figures from ancient Greece and Rome…
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St. George and St. Michael, Volume 3-George MacDonald
St. George and St. Michael, Volume 3 by George MacDonald is a captivating exploration of themes such as bravery, morality, and the eternal struggle between…
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Peace-Aristophanes
"Peace" by Aristophanes is a timeless comedic play that explores themes of war and the yearning for peace in a society ravaged by conflict. Through sharp wit…