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Robinson Crusoe

The original tale of survival, Robinson Crusoe is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations. This is the unabridged, first person account of a castaway and his thrilling story of being shipwrecked on a desert island for more than thirty years. For the listener’s greater enjoyment, this production clears away the confusion of certain old English phrases by replacing them with their modern equivalent. The meaning of every paragraph remains the same, but the book is delivered to the listener in an easy to understand and compelling way.

Privacy

by Robert W. Service | Writers

Robert W. Service’s poem uses a goldfish to underscore the challenges of constant scrutiny. The fish’s decline symbolizes the harms of perpetual observation. Service emphasizes the essentiality of privacy and the perils of exposure. The poem urges respect for boundaries and the value of solitude. It’s a call for compassion in an often intrusive world.

The Quitter

by Robert W. Service | Writers

Robert W. Service’s poem champions human resilience against adversity. It underscores the challenge of persevering in tough times and the ease of succumbing to despair. The poem encourages readers to stay persistent and value mental strength, asserting that true character shines in the face of challenges.

The Woman And The Angel

by Robert W. Service | Writers

In Robert W. Service’s poem, an angel descends to Earth, captivating many with his divine beauty. While many are enchanted, he resists earthly desires until a tempting woman questions his morals. As she challenges traditional values, God retrieves the angel to safeguard him, with Satan echoing the dismissal of age-old principles.

The Lost Scenes of Oz

by Andy Andrews | Writers

Step into the magical world of Oz with this captivating glimpse into the untold segments of the beloved classic. Although absent from the final film, the three scenes provide a deeper insight into the iconic characters. Featuring Dorothy and the Scarecrow in “On The Road Through the Forest,” “The Tin Woodman,” and “The Cowardly Lion,” these scenes enrich the tapestry of the timeless tale, adding layers to the narrative and offering a more comprehensive understanding of the world of Oz.

Scrabble

by Sean Dietrich | Writers

About a year ago. I met her in a hospital room. I arrived early, with my Scrabble game in tow.

The Great Gatsby

by F. Scott Fitzgerald | Audiobooks

Every American high school student takes a field trip to Long Island, New York, at some point, visiting the Roaring ’20s as only F. Scott Fitzgerald could write them. Thanks to its evocative setting, rich themes and masterful writing, The Great Gatsby has secured its standing as a required-reading staple as well as one of the greatest American novels ever written.

Fast Horses

by Andy Andrews | Writers

As of this writing, there are twenty-one horses running in the Kentucky Derby this afternoon. From Forte, currently 3 to 1, all the way to Reincarnate at 50 to 1, the odds are as widely spaced–if names are any indication–as the gap in their owner’s imaginations. Some of the names are great, some are not so great, and a couple are downright horrible.

Music Appreciation

by Leslie Anne Tarabella | Writers

My husband and I shared a sideways glance and silently mouthed a name that was loaded with low-class geekiness. We were listening to a live opera performance in the home of Vivaldi and Rossini, no less, and the name we whispered was “Bugs Bunny.” You can force the kids to grow up and let them roam around the world, but our American musical heritage will stay with us forever. Even if it was delivered by Saturday morning cartoons.

Super Bloom

by Gloria Gaither | Writers

After several drought years, California has been deluged with rain adding up to one of the wettest winters on record. The rainfall has filled the empty reservoirs and swollen the creeks and rivers. The parched hillsides and canyons that sweltered last summer and sent fire warnings throughout the state are now dazzling eyes with vibrant green.

The Curious Case of Benjamin Button

by F. Scott Fitzgerald | Audiobooks

Written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and published in 1922, this is one of the most intriguing tales you’ll ever hear. Born as an old man, Benjamin Button actually grows younger during the course of his life. Here is the story…

The Most Dangerous Game

by Richard Connell | Audiobooks

When a big-game hunter from New York falls off a yacht in the black of night, his only option is to swim for the nearest island. What’s waiting for him there will put all his hunting knowledge to the test as he fights for his life in this exciting adventure.