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    Fresh Air, Alice Randall and Julien Temple, Hörbuch, Digital, 46min
    Writer Alice Randall and film director Julien Temple on this edition of Fresh Air. Randall is the author of the controversial new parody of Gone with the Wind. Her book The Wind Done Gone retells the story of the ante-bellum South from the viewpoint of Cinnamon, a beautiful illegitimate mulatto woman, the daughter of a plantation-owning father, and a slave mother. And Temple's new film Pandaemonium is set in the 1880s and is about the relationship between two poets: William Woodsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. Temple is one of the early pioneers of music videos, directing the Kinks, Rolling Stones, David Bowie, and Janet Jackson. He's also directed documentaries. His other films include the 1995 Bullet and the 1999 Vigo. (Broadcast Date: July 3, 2001) Language: English. Narrator: Terry Gross. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/rt/whyy/010703/rt_whyy_010703_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Heart of Darkness, Hörbuch, Digital, 240min
    This classic tale of intrigue, mystery and adventure takes place on the ivory harvesting and trade route in the Congo, in the depths of Africa. In this audiobook, Marlow, a sea captain on a ship at anchor, retells a story of his assignment upon a steamer ship in the Congo to a group of his ship mates. During his mission he is asked to retrieve and return Kurtz, an ivory hunter with a resounding reputation where ever his name is mentioned, who delivers more ivory than all the other stations combined, and who has a reverenced effect on the natives. Passages and references from the book are sprinkled through other writings and "The Heart of Darkness" was the base content for the movie "Apocalypse Now" by Francis Ford Coppola. Language: English. Narrator: Michael Scott. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/edel/008421/bk_edel_008421_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Idylls of the King , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 548min
    This series of poems covers the story of the legendary hero, King Arthur, beginning with his first encounter with Guinevere, the woman who would become his queen on his search for the Holy Grail, to the betrayal of Guinevere and Sir Lancelot, and finally ending with Arthur's last battle. First published between 1859 and 1885 as a series of twelve poems, Idylls of the King retells the story of King Arthur with a unique and Victorian flavor beloved by many. Alfred Tennyson was one of the most prominent British poets of his time and today is still revered as a master poet. Tennyson's elegant prose adds color and vitality to the life and times of the legendary King Arthur, infusing the story with the values we have all come to expect from kingly heroes. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: David McCallion. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/113440/bk_acx0_113440_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    True to the Old Flag: A Tale of the American War of Independence , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 601min
    Bring history back to life through Jim Hodges' historically accurate, exciting, and edifying audio recordings. The Battles of Lexington and Concord, Bunker Hill, the Declaration of Independence, Washington crossing the Delaware, Saratoga, and the final surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown - these are the scenes that stir the soul of many an American. But to an Englishman, they do no such thing. This Henty novel retells these stirring tales but from a different perspective, helping listeners learn how the other side viewed this miraculous triumph of freedom that inspires millions throughout the world still today. The Henty Historical Novel Collection, written by George Henty in the 1800s, covers many time periods in history throughout the world. In this collection you will learn history, geography, and vocabulary while also discovering hero characters for your children to emulate. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Jim Hodges. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/blak/010107/bk_blak_010107_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Dearest Friends: A Jane Austen Inspired Novel (Austen Inspired Romance, Book 1) , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 881min
    The historical romance Dearest Friends retells Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice as a sensual adventure that will delight a modern audience. Fitzwilliam Darcy left Hertfordshire following a friend’s betrayal, but his heart remained with Elizabeth Bennet, the impertinent beauty who captured his attention in ways no woman ever had before. When he encounters her unexpectedly in London, he realizes he can no longer live without her and begins his pursuit for her hand. When he finds that Elizabeth is not free to marry, will he again walk away, or will he fight for the lady he loves?While Darcy and Elizabeth pursue their own happiness, around them friendships progress to love and infatuation leads to disappointment. Join a group of unlikely friends as they support our dear couple on their journey, each treading unique paths along the way.Warning: contains mature content ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: Brigid Lohrey. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/acx0/231346/bk_acx0_231346_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Tales from the Odyssey: Volume 1 , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 109min
    Mary Pope Osborne retells thrilling stories from Homer's Odyssey, one of the greatest epics of all time. Volume 1 includes: Book One, The One-Eyed Giant When Odysseus must leave his home to fight in the Trojan War, he never imagines that he'll be away from his family for so many years. Now, at long last, he is leading his men across the seas. But many dangers await them, and none is more terrifying than Polyphemus, the one-eyed giant. Book Two, The Land of the Dead Odysseus and his men have defeated the one-eyed giant, but its curse plagues them at every turn. Cast out to the open seas by the wind god, Odysseus and his men face giant cannibals and outwit a beautiful witch, who reveals Odysseus's next challenge, a journey to the mysterious and feared land of the dead. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: James Simmons. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/harp/001041/bk_harp_001041_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    In Bed with Susie Bright 21: Strip Tea Party, Hörbuch, Digital, 34min, (USK 18)
    In this week's Front Page, Susie asks "Are you zoned for sex clubs?" as she takes a look at the convoluted logic behind an effort to close sexually-oriented businesses in Pasco County, Florida. In her Media Whore department, it's story time as Susie retells one of her all-time favorites - when Susie and her female friends arranged a tea party where six hand-picked naked men poured tea and waited on them hand and foot. This is a party where the set-up was as much fun as the event. And, in this week's, Try This at Home mailbag, Susie answers a question from a man who loves women romantically but doesn't find women appealing sexually. Don't forget - you can ask Susie your confidential questions about sex and sexuality by sending mail to susie@audible.com.For Adults Only: Explicit language. Must be 18 years of age to purchase. Language: English. Narrator: Susie Bright. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/pf/suzy/010508/pf_suzy_010508_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    A Little History of Religion , Hörbuch, Digital, ungekürzt, 549min
    In an era of hardening religious attitudes and explosive religious violence, this book offers a welcome antidote. Richard Holloway retells the entire history of religion - from the dawn of religious belief to the 21st century - with deepest respect and a keen commitment to accuracy. Writing for those with faith and those without, and especially for young listeners, he encourages curiosity and tolerance, accentuates nuance and mystery and calmly restores a sense of the value of faith. Ranging far beyond the major world religions of Judaism, Islam, Christianity, Buddhism, and Hinduism, Holloway also examines where religious belief comes from, the search for meaning throughout history, today's fascinations with Scientology and creationism, religiously motivated violence, hostilities between religious people and secularists and more. Holloway proves an empathic yet discerning guide to the enduring significance of faith and its power from ancient times to our own. ungekürzt. Language: English. Narrator: James Bryce. Audio sample: https://samples.audible.de/bk/adbl/027018/bk_adbl_027018_sample.mp3. Digital audiobook in aax.
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    Heroes (eBook, ePUB)
    IMAGINE SANDALS ON YOUR FEET, A SWORD IN YOUR HAND, HOT SUN BEATING DOWN ON YOUR BRONZE HELMET. ENTER THE WORLD OF STEPHEN FRY'S SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER, HEROESOrder TROY now, Stephen Fry's bewitching retelling of the most legendary story ever toldIn this companion to his bestselling Mythos, Stephen Fry gloriously retells the epic myths of the Greek heroes - which will be loved by young and old alike.'An odyssey through Greek mythology. Brilliant . . . all hail Stephen Fry' Daily Mail___________Few mere mortals have ever embarked on such bold and heart-stirring adventures, overcome myriad monstrous perils, or outwitted scheming vengeful gods, quite as stylishly and triumphantly as Greek heroes.In this companion to his bestselling Mythos, Stephen Fry brilliantly retells these dramatic, funny, tragic and timeless tales.Join Jason aboard the Argo as he quests for the Golden Fleece. See Atalanta - who was raised by bears - outrun any man before being tricked with golden apples. Witness wily Oedipus solve the riddle of the Sphinx and discover how Bellerophon captures the winged horse Pegasus to help him slay the monster Chimera.Filled with white-knuckle chases and battles, impossible puzzles and riddles, acts of base cowardice and real bravery, not to mention murders and selfless sacrifices, Heroes is the story of what we mortals are truly capable of - at our worst and our very best.'A romp through the lives of ancient Greek gods. Fry is at his story-telling best . . . the gods will be pleased' Times'Assured and engaging. The pace is lively, the jokes are genuinely funny' Guardian'An Olympian feat. The gods seem to be smiling on Fry - his myths are definitely a hit' Evening Standard'Just as delightful and difficult to put down as the first. Heroes makes the stories relatable without skimping on the gory details, or sacrificing the truths of the myth. It's rich, it's funny and you'll feel like you've learned a lot' Herald___________If you like the sound of Heroes, you'll love Mythos - Fry's first foray into the enthralling world of Greek mythology.Praise for Mythos:'Ebullient and funny' Times'Entertaining and edifying' Daily Telegraph'A rollicking good read' Independent'The Greek gods of the past become relatable as pop culture, modern literature and music are woven throughout. Joyfully informal yet full of the literary legacy' Guardian
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    Born in Blackness
    In a sweeping narrative that traverses 600 years, one that eloquently weaves precise historical detail with poignant personal reportage, Pulitzer Prize finalist Howard W. French retells the story of medieval and emerging Africa, demonstrating how the economic ascendancy of Europe, the anchoring of democracy in America and the fulfillment of so-called Enlightenment ideals all grew out of Europe's dehumanising engagement with the "darkest" continent. Born in Blackness dramatically retrieves the lives of major African historical figures whose stories have been repeatedly etiolated and erased over centuries, from unimaginably rich medieval African emperors who traded with Asia; to Kongo sovereigns who heroically battled seventeenth-century European powers; to ex-slaves who liberated Haitians from bondage. In doing so, French tells the story of gold, tobacco, sugar and cotton-and the greatest "commodity" of all, the millions of people brought in chains from Africa to the New World, whose reclaimed histories fundamentally help explain our present world.
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