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This short poem should be required listening between father and son. Here are profound bits of wisdom and common sense that can help any young boy strive to be more of a man. Reimagined here as something akin to cowboy poetry, the poem is performed by Glenn Hascall.

Acclaimed author Beatrix Potter comes through with another classic about two misguided mice who struggle with the pretend food they find in Jane’s dollhouse. It seems mice will do what mice do, but perhaps it will come out right in the end.

The six-year-old got his nickname from the famous nursery tale, but he was to become both child tyrant and profound hero. A tale from British India and the pen of lauded author Rudyard Kipling. You will likely see yourself or someone you know in Wee Willie Winkie, and you may find yourself applauding the courage that can be found in strong-willed children.

Paul Revere is the subject, and his famous ride is the adventure found in this short poem by acclaimed author Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.

All short stories are open to interpretation and philosophical dialogue, but this memorable tale from acclaimed author Virginia Woolf might be described as a case study in the mentality of hoarding or at the very least an obsession. What would John give up to discover and collect a very unusual group of items? Would this collection improve his life, or would it give way to madness?

C. T. Studd was one of the Cambridge Seven in the 1800s. These men dedicated their lives to Christian missions work. This bold treatise by Studd encourages Christians to be bold in sharing their faith - to contain inner granite rather than melting chocolate. This is an impassioned look at taking faith seriously in a time when comfort was sought with greater enthusiasm.

This memorable tale written by the author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz follows a mannequin who is brought to life by a mischievous elf. More modern stories bear a resemblance to this story as audiences are encouraged to suspend belief and follow the lives and times of inanimate objects.

Follow the adventures of two young school boys who are best friends and have a secret super hero identity. In this audiobook Len & Fen have problems with a giant robot at their school.

Another fable of discovery by Wizard of Oz penman L. Frank Baum. What some polar bears thought was a flaw in their leader may have nothing to do with courage and bravery in the face of battle. Perhaps character is forged some place other than good looks. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This short story by Stephen Crane and narrated by Glenn Hascall portrays a veteran of the Civil War accompanied by his grandson in a grocery store where the veteran admits that yes he was frightened when in battle. The grandson is disappointed that his grandfather would admit he was frightened, but of course the grandson could not - nor can anyone who has not witnessed it - fully appreciate the horror of that field. But later on the grandfather demonstrates that although he feels fear he is a hero.

A former President is co-author of this concise look at one of America's most noted frontiersmen. Teddy Roosevelt was well known for his own love of the outdoors so it seems very natural for him to interact with this story of America's growth into new territories. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

If you have ever wondered why doctors can sometimes seem detached and non-emotional, perhaps this short story from Russian author Ivan Tergenev can help explain. This is part confession, part love story, and filled with regret. This memorable tale also shows that it may be easier to share a confession with a complete stranger.

Narrator and actor Glenn Hascall does a masterful job creating Edgar Allen Poe's madman endeavoring to convince the listener of his sanity while describing the murder he committed.

Author L. Frank Baum crafted a series of stories that took Mother Goose rhymes and created full stories as fun companions to the rhymes. When Baum wasn’t writing his Wizard of Oz stories, this was a way for him to create meaningful stories. Take a trip with Humpty Dumpty and Coutchie-Coulou as they leave the nest for a human kingdom. A memorable short story narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Two old friends meet for a visit. The remembrances of Woodifield caused the “Boss” to come face-to-face with the death of his son in the war. Once alone the idle observance of a fly gives all of us many things to consider.

Benjamin Bunny and Peter Rabbit are on a rescue mission. Tommy Brock, a rather devious badger has taken Benjamin's children. A property dispute between Tommy Brock and Mr. Tod (a disreputable fox) turns out to be just what Benjamin and Peter need to stage a rescue. A fun short story for all ages from the pen of Beatrix Potter. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A jumping contest between a flea, a grasshopper and a leap-frog for the hand of a princess leads to some interesting perspectives on life. The fact this is a classic from Hans Christian Andersen doesn't hurt. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

If you’ve ever felt taken advantage of you may identify with an unlikely character in this classic Hans Christian Andersen short story. Sometimes fables end differently than we think. Narrated by Glenn Hascall

Perhaps the second most read book of the Bible, you will no doubt listen more than once to the Book of Proverbs masterfully narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Perhaps it should come as no surprise that an author would entertain a variety of Sprites while weaving new tales - the good, the bad and the popular. However, one unruly sprite ultimately brings a greater perspective to the life of the author. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.