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Aeneid
Dive into the captivating world of Virgils The Aeneid, a timeless Latin epic from the 1st century BC that weaves the legendary tale of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to forge the roots of Rome. Through the poems first six books, journey alongside Aeneas as he navigates a treacherous path from the ashes of Troy to the shores of Italy. The latter half chronicles the Trojans fierce battle against the Latins, ultimately leading to their triumph and Aeneas’ legacy. Commissioned by Emperor Augustus…
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Genji Monogatari (The Tale of Genji)-Murasaki Shikibu
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Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church
"Stories from Virgil" by Alfred John Church offers a captivating exploration of the timeless tales that have shaped literary tradition. This collection brings…
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Blue Bird A Fairy Play in Six Acts-Maurice Maeterlinck
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Parallel Lives of the Noble Greeks and Romans Vol. 4-Lucius Mestrius Plutarchus
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Trachiniai (Campbell Translation)-Sophocles
"Trachiniai," translated by Campbell, is a powerful work by Sophocles that delves into themes of fate, identity, and the complexities of human emotion. This…
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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 narratives of Greek mythology and heroic legends through…
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Prelude-William Wordsworth
"Prelude" by William Wordsworth is a profound exploration of the poet's own development and the evolution of his thoughts on nature, humanity, and the role of…
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Sylvie and Bruno-Lewis Carroll
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Canadians of Old-Philippe Aubert de Gaspé
"Canadians of Old-Philippe Aubert de Gaspé" offers a rich exploration of early Canadian life through the lens of its author, Philippe Aubert de Gaspé. This…
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Ajax (Campbell Translation)-Sophocles
Ajax, a powerful warrior from the Trojan War, grapples with themes of honor, madness, and the consequences of pride in Sophocles' poignant tragedy. The…
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Ballad of the White Horse (Version 3)-G. K. Chesterton
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Alcestis (Way Translation)-Euripides
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Peace-Aristophanes
"Peace-Aristophanes" is a timeless comedic play that explores the themes of war and peace through the lens of ancient Greek society. Aristophanes masterfully…
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Prose Edda (Brodeur Translation)-Snorri Sturleson
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Lays of Ancient Rome-Thomas Babington Macaulay
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EDWY A Poem, in Three Parts-Ann Radcliffe
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Venus and Adonis
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Argonautica-Apollonius Rhodius
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Tales of 1927 A Selection of Folktales, Fables, and Legends from Books Published in 1927-Various
"Tales of 1927" is a captivating collection that brings together a variety of folktales, fables, and legends from books published in the remarkable year of…
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Faust I-Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
"Faust I" by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe is a profound exploration of the human condition, delving into themes of ambition, desire, and the quest for meaning…
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Imperialism and World Politics, Part 3 of 4-Parker Thomas Moon
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Herodotus' Histories Vol 2-Herodotus
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Deirdre-James Stephens
"Deirdre-James Stephens" invites listeners into a profound exploration of the human experience, touching on themes of identity, resilience, and the quest for…
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Power of Sympathy; or, the Triumph of Nature Founded in Truth-William Hill Brown
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Three Hundred Aesop's Fables-Aesop
"Three Hundred Aesop's Fables" is a timeless collection of moral tales attributed to Aesop, featuring a variety of animals and their interactions that impart…
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Poems of the Great War-Various
"Poems of the Great War" is a powerful anthology that captures the raw emotions and profound reflections of those who experienced one of history's most…
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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 conversations among deities of the sea, showcasing Lucian of…
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Gaudenzia, Pride of the Palio-Marguerite Henry
"Gaudenzia, Pride of the Palio" by Marguerite Henry is a captivating tale that celebrates the bond between humans and horses, set against the backdrop of the…
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Golden Porch-W. M. L. Hutchinson
"Golden Porch" by W. M. L. Hutchinson invites listeners into a world rich with evocative imagery and profound reflection. This work resonates with timeless…
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Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 18-Various
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Gracchi, Marius and Sulla-A. H. Beesly
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History of Minnesota and Tales of the Frontier, Part 1-Charles E. Flandrau
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Medea (Way Translation)-Euripides
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Trees and Other Poems-Joyce Kilmer
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Timaeus-Plato (Πλάτων)
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Century of Roundels-Algernon Charles Swinburne
"Century of Roundels" by Algernon Charles Swinburne is a captivating collection of poetic reflections that showcases the author's mastery of language and form…
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Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Báb-Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbás
Traveller’s Narrative Written to Illustrate the Episode of the Bábi-Abdu’l-Bahá ‘Abbas offers a profound exploration of the pivotal moments in the lives of…
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All for Love; or, The World Well Lost-John Dryden
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Stratagems and The Aqueducts of Rome-Sextus Julius Frontinus
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Lost God-Francis William Bourdillon
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Lays of Ancient Rome (Version 2)-Thomas Babington Macaulay
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Antony and Cleopatra-William Shakespeare
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Philoctetes (Campbell Translation)-Sophocles
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Germania-Publius Cornelius Tacitus
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Philoctetes-Sophocles
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Havelok the Dane A Legend of Old Grimsby and Lincoln-Charles Watts Whistler
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Mabinogion, Volume 2-Anonymous
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Perils of Pauline (dramatic reading)-Charles Goddard
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Homeric Hymns, Epigrams, and The Battle of Frogs and Mice-Homer
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Children of Odin-Pádraic Colum
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Philippics-Marcus Tullius Cicero
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Trojan Women (Murray Translation)-Euripides
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Hero and Leander-George Chapman, Christopher Marlowe
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Suppliant Maidens (Morshead Translation)-Aeschylus
"Suppliant Maidens," translated by Morshead, is a powerful work by Aeschylus that explores themes of refuge, justice, and the plight of the vulnerable. The…
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Pharsalia; Dramatic Episodes of the Civil Wars-Lucan
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War and Peace, Book 10 1812-Leo Tolstoy
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Stories from Virgil-Alfred John Church
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