DescriptionThe fascinating life of storyteller and humorist Mark Twain is revealed in this one-man performance based on Twain's writings. Veteran actor McAvoy Layne reveals the sparkling Twain personality throughout. The early years of Samuel Clemens (not yet "Mark Twain"), the Mississippi River experiences, and his move to the silver mining area of Nevada are portrayed in the first-half. The second-half weaves some of the most famous tales, from "The Blue Jay Yarn" to "The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, " into the history of this most colorful author. Amusing stories from Letters from the Sandwich Islands and questions from the live audience conclude the performance.
DescriptionTorn by a quirk of fate from his life as a dilettante and intellectual, Humphrey van Weydon finds himself at the whim of the ruthless Wolf Larsen. The 2 men - the one youthful, idealistic, and upper-class, the other ruthless, dangerous, self-taught, and self-determined - inevitably become adversaries. As he does in Call of the Wild and White Fang, Jack London dramatizes in this story the violent encounter between safe, genteel comfort and a brutal set of circumstances.
DescriptionIn this remarkable new novel, Belva Plain creates a brilliant portrayal of a man's descent from idealistic beginnings into a world of dishonesty and greed - and of the two women who love him. Rob MacDaniels, a schoolteacher with noble intentions, comes into a little money, enabling him to go to law school. Upon graduation, he goes to work for a fine, honorable firm, and marries the daughter of the senior partner, leaving behind the hometown girl he had planned to wed. From then on his career brings enormous successes but then takes a shocking turn that changes his life, the life of his family, and reverberates into the next generation.
DescriptionOver 2 hours of humorous stories for your listening enjoyment. This audiobook contains the following: "Taking the Biscuit" by Paul Lewis, read by James Bolam "The Way to a Man's Heart" by Norma Harrs, read by Julia McKenzie "Edward's Problem" by Norma Harrs, read by Hayley Mills "Wish You Were Here" by Paul Lewis, read by Penelope Keith "Dear Mr Previn" by Judy Gardiner, read by Prunella Scales "Twenty Five" by Judy Gardiner, read by Brian Blessed "Goodbye Gertie" by Judy Gardiner, read by June Whitfield "A Likely Story" by Charles Caldwell, ready by Andrew Sachs…
DescriptionCitando sus palabras "tragedias de horrores y escenas de maldad, con intermedios de hazanas virtuosas". Pero lo grande de la novela, es su riqueza argumental, que tiene como fondo la Guerra de los Treinta Anos y la dominacion espanola de Italia, ademas del interes que tienen las peripecias de los protagonistas Renzo y Lucia, que solo pueden casarse despues de vicisitudes sin cuento. Considered the greatest novel in Italian literature, Manzoni himself described it as a collection of "tragedies of horrors and scenes of wickedness with intervals of virtuous feats". But the greatest thing in this novel is its argumental richness that has as a background in the Thirty Years War and the Spanish invasion of Italy.
DescriptionAfter Neil Sadler returns to his hometown following the tragic death of his wife, he is reunited with Mary Beeken, whose alcoholic husband brings her no end of misery. As a devastating event from the past bleeds into the present, Neil and Mary strive to resurrect hope for the future. Christy Award-winner Ann Tatlock is hailed for her elegantly constructed tales and complex characterizations.
DescriptionBen Riller is the most successful producer on Broadway, but his newest production is in danger of closing before it opens. In his stressed-out condition, Ben is hearing the voice of his long-dead father, and they're having a running argument about life, love, and other people's money. When the late Louie leads Ben to some old friends of his, Ben suddenly becomes involved with two generations of wonderful underworld characters. But one of them pulls the trapdoor under Ben's feet, forcing him to choose between moral and financial ruin. The Best Revenge takes us on a vastly entertaining excursion behind the scenes of the Great White Way, where the drama is often more suspenseful than anything that happens onstage - and where the best revenge is, of course, success.
DescriptionLouis L'Amour brings you the authentic West as you've never heard it before. These classic stories complete with a full cast, stirring music, and sound effects sweep you back to the glory days of the late 1800s. Love and the Cactus Kid Folks far and wide know that the Cactus Kid can handle a pistol with the best of them. But for all his skill and coolness under fire, there's just one small weakness he can't seem to overcome, and it may prove the death of him. Medicine Ground The Cactus Kid is on his way to the spring dance to meet his best girl, Bess O'Neal. As the Kid ambles through the lonely mountain trail toward town, two men emerge from the darkness, Miguel and Lobo Fernandez of the menacing Fernandez brothers. And what they want from the Cactus Kid is vengeance.
DescriptionBillboard magazine had this to say about The World's Shortest Stories Vol. 1, "What is most impressive in this collection of great stories is the sheer variety. Let's hope a second volume of these tiny gems will not be long in coming!" Well, here it is! Love and death, and all of the horror in between. A second helping of the most amazing short stories ever written; each one just 55 words long! Imagine O. Henry's tales if he'd only had the back of a business card to write upon. Includes stories from Peanuts creator Charles Schulz, Barnaby Conrad, Alfred C. Martino, Neil Steinberg, Herbert Gold, Norman Lear, Larry Niven, and more.
DescriptionAlentejo Blue is the story of the picturesque village of Mamarrosa told through the lives of those who live there and those who are passing through, children and old men, expatriates of all ages, tourists and locals. For some, such as Teresa, a b…
