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Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Relive the timeless tales in "Fifty Famous Stories Retold." This podcast brings to life classic stories that have captivated generations. Each episode offers a dramatic reading of a well-loved tale, perfect for listeners of all ages who appreciate the power of storytelling and the magic of timeless narratives.
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Episodes
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Black Folk Tales-Erick Berry
"Black Folk Tales" by Erick Berry is a captivating collection that delves into the rich tapestry of African American folklore. These tales reflect the…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Magic Umbrella-David Cory
Magic Umbrella by David Cory invites listeners into a whimsical world where imagination knows no bounds. This enchanting tale captures the essence of childhood…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Wanderings of Oisin-William Butler Yeats
"Wanderings of Oisin" by William Butler Yeats invites listeners on a lyrical journey through the mythic landscapes of Irish folklore, exploring themes of love…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Fasti-Publius (Ovid) Ovidius Naso
Fasti-Publius, authored by the renowned poet Ovidius Naso, explores the Roman calendar and its festivals, weaving together mythology and cultural practices…
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Granny's Wonderful Chair (Dramatic Reading)-Frances Browne
"Granny's Wonderful Chair" by Frances Browne is a delightful tale that captures the magic and charm of a beloved family heirloom. This dramatic reading brings…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees-Johnny Gruelle
"Raggedy Ann and Andy and the Camel with the Wrinkled Knees" by Johnny Gruelle invites listeners into a whimsical world where beloved toys embark on charming…
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Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 18-Various
"Myths and Legends Around the World" by Collection 18-Various invites listeners on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of global folklore. This…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Fables of Pilpay-Abdullah Ibn al-Muqaffaʿ
"Fables of Pilpay-Abdullah Ibn al-Muqaffaʿ" is a timeless collection of moral tales that explore the complexities of human nature through engaging narratives…
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Key of Gold 23 Czech Folk Tales-Joseph Baudis
"Key of Gold 23 Czech Folk Tales" by Joseph Baudis is a captivating collection that brings to life the rich tapestry of Czech folklore. These tales, steeped in…
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Wind Wagon-David Cory
"Wind Wagon" by David Cory is a captivating tale that transports listeners to a world of adventure and exploration. This story celebrates the spirit of…
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Patchwork Girl of Oz-L. Frank Baum
"Patchwork Girl of Oz" by L. Frank Baum is a delightful tale that continues the enchanting adventures in the magical land of Oz. This story introduces readers…
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New Alice in the Old Wonderland-Anna Matlack Richards
"New Alice in the Old Wonderland" by Anna Matlack Richards invites listeners back into the whimsical world of Wonderland, reimagined through the eyes of a…
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Magic Soap Bubble-David Cory
"Magic Soap Bubble" by David Cory invites listeners into a whimsical world where imagination takes flight. This enchanting tale captures the essence of…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Arthurian Miscellany-Various
"Arthurian Miscellany-Various" invites listeners into the enchanting world of Arthurian legends, where chivalry, bravery, and timeless tales intertwine. This…
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Undine-Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué
"Undine" by Friedrich de la Motte Fouqué is a timeless tale that explores themes of love, transformation, and the intersection of the human and supernatural…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio (selections from Volume 1)-Songling Pu
"Strange Stories From a Chinese Studio," a selection from Volume 1 by Songling Pu, offers a captivating glimpse into the rich tapestry of Chinese folklore and…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Fables of Phaedrus-Phaedrus
"Fables of Phaedrus-Phaedrus" presents a timeless collection of fables that delve into the intricacies of human nature and moral lessons. Each tale serves as a…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice-Homer
Explore the timeless beauty of "Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice," a collection that showcases the rich tapestry of ancient Greek…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Folk-Lore and Legends Scandinavian-Charles John Tibbits
"Folk-Lore and Legends Scandinavian" by Charles John Tibbits invites listeners into a rich tapestry of tales that capture the essence of Scandinavian culture…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Topaz Story Book Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe'en, and Thanksgiving-Ada M. Skinner, Eleanor L. Skinner
Explore the enchanting world of "Topaz Story Book: Stories and Legends of Autumn, Hallowe'en, and Thanksgiving" by Ada M. Skinner and Eleanor L. Skinner, where…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Golden Porch-W. M. L. Hutchinson
"Golden Porch" by W. M. L. Hutchinson invites listeners into a world where simplicity and beauty intertwine, offering a poignant exploration of life’s enduring…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
American Indian Fairy Tales-William Trowbridge Larned, Henry R. Schoolcraft
"American Indian Fairy Tales," compiled by William Trowbridge Larned and Henry R. Schoolcraft, presents a captivating collection of traditional stories that…
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Sunken Garden and Other Poems-Walter de la Mare
"Sunken Garden and Other Poems" by Walter de la Mare invites listeners into a world of lyrical beauty and profound reflection. This collection showcases de la…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Indian Fairy Book-Henry R. Schoolcraft
The "Indian Fairy Book" by Henry R. Schoolcraft is a captivating collection that brings to life the rich traditions and folklore of Native American cultures…
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Childe Roland and Other Poems-Robert Browning
"Childe Roland and Other Poems" by Robert Browning showcases the poet's mastery of vivid imagery and complex themes, encapsulating the essence of human…
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Blue Bird A Fairy Play in Six Acts-Maurice Maeterlinck
"Blue Bird: A Fairy Play in Six Acts" by Maurice Maeterlinck invites listeners into a whimsical exploration of the human quest for happiness and fulfillment…
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Stone Axe Of Burkamukk-Mary Grant Bruce
"Stone Axe Of Burkamukk" by Mary Grant Bruce is a captivating tale that explores the timeless themes of resilience and the connection to one's heritage. Set…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Wigwam Evenings Sioux Folk Tales Retold-Elaine Goodale Eastman, Charles Alexander Eastman
"Wigwam Evenings Sioux Folk Tales Retold" by Elaine Goodale Eastman and Charles Alexander Eastman brings to life the rich tapestry of Sioux folklore through…
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John Dough and the Cherub-L. Frank Baum
"John Dough and the Cherub" by L. Frank Baum invites listeners into a whimsical adventure filled with magic and wonder. The story revolves around the charming…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
American Myths and Legends, Volume 1-Charles M. Skinner
"American Myths and Legends, Volume 1" by Charles M. Skinner delves into the rich tapestry of American folklore, exploring the stories that have shaped the…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Lucian's Dialogues Volume 2 The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods-Lucian of Samosata
Lucian's Dialogues Volume 2, The Dialogues of the Sea-Gods, presents a captivating exploration of the mythical world beneath the waves, where the sea-gods…
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Venus and Adonis
"Venus and Adonis" is a timeless narrative that explores the themes of love, desire, and the interplay between beauty and mortality. This poignant tale…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
EDWY A Poem, in Three Parts-Ann Radcliffe
"EDWY: A Poem, in Three Parts" by Ann Radcliffe invites listeners into a lyrical exploration that showcases the enduring power of poetic storytelling. This…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Favorite Fairy Tales Retold-Julia Darrow Cowles
Favorite Fairy Tales Retold by Julia Darrow Cowles brings classic tales to life with a fresh perspective, inviting listeners to revisit beloved stories that…
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Three Good Giants-François Rabelais
"Three Good Giants" by François Rabelais invites listeners into a whimsical world where giants embody the themes of strength, kindness, and the complexities of…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Old Fashioned Fairy Tales-Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing
"Old Fashioned Fairy Tales" by Juliana Horatia Gatty Ewing invites listeners into a world of timeless enchantment and moral lessons, where classic tales are…
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Dealings of Captain Sharkey and Other Stories of Pirates-Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
"Dealings of Captain Sharkey and Other Stories of Pirates" by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle invites listeners into a thrilling world of swashbuckling adventures and…
Fifty Famous Stories Retold1 - Venus and Adonis
"1" by Venus and Adonis explores the timeless themes of love, desire, and the complexities of human relationships. This captivating tale delves into the…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Dramatic Version of Greek Myths and Hero Tales-Fanny Amanda Comstock
"Dramatic Version of Greek Myths and Hero Tales" by Fanny Amanda Comstock brings to life the timeless stories of Greek mythology and heroic legends through a…
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Three Hundred Aesop's Fables-Aesop
"Three Hundred Aesop's Fables" is a timeless collection of short stories attributed to Aesop, featuring a wide array of fables that convey moral lessons…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius
"From the Foundation of the City Vol. 01-Titus Livius" delves into the rich historical tapestry of ancient Rome, capturing the essence of its legendary…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847-Hans Christian Andersen
Hans Christian Andersen's "Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847" presents a captivating collection of his timeless tales, showcasing the…
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Mintage-Elbert Hubbard
Mintage by Elbert Hubbard is a thought-provoking exploration of the value of creativity and the art of crafting unique ideas. Hubbard's insights encourage…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Odyssey for Boys and Girls-Alfred John Church
"Odyssey for Boys and Girls" by Alfred John Church invites listeners into the enchanting world of ancient myths and heroic adventures. This retelling of the…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church
"Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church" offers a captivating collection of narratives that delve into timeless themes of heroism, morality, and the human…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Augustan Books of Modern Poetry Emily Brontë-Emily Brontë
"Augustan Books of Modern Poetry Emily Brontë" presents the timeless works of one of the most celebrated poets of the 19th century, Emily Brontë. Renowned for…
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Christmas Reindeer-Thornton W. Burgess
Christmas Reindeer by Thornton W. Burgess captures the enchanting spirit of the holiday season through the lens of nature and its creatures. This timeless tale…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Fifty-One Tales-Lord Dunsany
Fifty-One Tales by Lord Dunsany presents a captivating collection of imaginative stories that transport listeners to realms of fantasy and wonder. Dunsany's…
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Fifty Famous Stories Retold - James Baldwin
Fifty Famous Stories Retold by James Baldwin is a captivating collection that brings to life legendary heroes and significant historical events through…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Stories from Pentamerone-Giambattista Basile
"Stories from Pentamerone" by Giambattista Basile is a captivating collection of fairy tales that has influenced countless storytellers throughout the ages…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Aino Folk-Tales-Basil Hall Chamberlain
Aino Folk-Tales by Basil Hall Chamberlain presents a captivating collection of traditional tales from the Ainu people of Japan, rich in cultural significance…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Birdie and His Fairy Friends-Margaret T. Canby
"Birdie and His Fairy Friends" by Margaret T. Canby invites listeners into a whimsical world where the enchanting adventures of Birdie and his fairy companions…
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 11 (Fables 251-275)-Aesop
Aesop's Fables, Volume 11 presents a collection of timeless tales, specifically Fables 251-275, that encapsulate moral lessons through the clever use of…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Stories from the Ballads, Told to the Children-Mary Esther Miller MacGregor
"Stories from the Ballads, Told to the Children" by Mary Esther Miller MacGregor invites listeners into a world of timeless tales, beautifully retold for…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Myths and Legends of the Sioux-Marie L. McLaughlin
"Myths and Legends of the Sioux" by Marie L. McLaughlin invites listeners into the rich tapestry of Sioux culture through its captivating tales and timeless…
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Grampa In Oz-Ruth Plumly Thompson
"Grampa In Oz" by Ruth Plumly Thompson invites listeners into a whimsical adventure in the enchanting land of Oz, where imagination knows no bounds. This…
- Fifty Famous Stories Retold
Animal Fables from the Dark Continent-Alphonso Orenzo Stafford
"Animal Fables from the Dark Continent" by Alphonso Orenzo Stafford presents a collection of captivating tales that draw upon the rich tradition of African…
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India's Love Lyrics-Laurence Hope
India's Love Lyrics by Laurence Hope is a poignant collection of poems that beautifully captures the essence of love, longing, and the rich cultural tapestry…
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Aesop's Fables, Volume 01 (Fables 1-25)-Aesop
Aesop's Fables, Volume 01 presents a collection of timeless tales that encapsulate moral lessons through the clever use of animals and their interactions. Each…
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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 offers a fresh retelling of the classic tale, making it accessible and engaging for…