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Before TV’s The Twilight Zone, there was radio’s The Inner Sanctum Mystery, Lights Out!, The Weird Circle, and so many other great mysteries starring Orson Welles, Jane Wyman, Dana Andrews, Edmond O’Brien, James Cagney, and more. Volume 2 contains 10 exciting stories from The Black Museum, That Chase, and Crime Classics.

Cling to the edge of your seat for the Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The Green Hornet, and The Third Man. Hear classic stories brought to radio by celebrity casts, such as Brave New World with William Conrad, The Pickwick Papers starring Orson Welles, and so many more. Volume 3 contains 10 exciting stories from Cloak and Dagger, Crime Classics, Crime Does Not Pay, The Damon Runyon Theatre, and Dangerous Assignment.

The sounds and voices of the First World War.

A brilliant collection taking an in-depth look at our world from the incredible coral reefs to the dangerous volcanoes, plus a bonus nature-themed poetry collection for the whole family to enjoy. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to four...

Meet Margaritta, ‘The Sex Tapes’ editor, also known as the ‘Scandalous Scandinavian’, who will introduce you to a thrilling world of adult confessions. Just listen to her amazing collection of ‘Readers’ Letters’, from people like you, who are into really imaginative sex and unbelievably wild erotic fantasies! Hear Mrs L.W. of Bayswater, London who tells us how she fulfilled her husband’s hottest fantasy and Larry of Wolverhampton who bares his fangs and everything else…

This anthology of horror and suspense features seven spine-tingling stories to entice your imagination, including Every Now and Then by George Zarr, The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe, How to Shed 180 Pounds by Pete Lutz, Personal Delivery by George Zarr, A Visitor from Egypt by Frank Belknap Long Jr, Dark Road to Nowhere by Joey Ouellette, and The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe. Sound effects and music chillingly enhance each story.

Dive into the profound history captured in Slave Narratives, a remarkable collection stemming from the Federal Writers Project, supported by the Library of Congress and the Works Progress Administration. This volume features verbatim accounts from personal interviews with former slaves conducted between 1936 and 1938. Each life history is meticulously recorded, preserving the narrators voices and memories. These narratives provide invaluable insights into the experiences of those who lived through slavery, offering a unique perspective on American folk history directly from the lips of ...

Dive into a delightful collection of eleven short works and book chapters that capture the essence of Christmas and the surrounding festive season. Curated and summarized by David Wales, this podcast offers a charming mix of stories that celebrate the spirit of the holidays.

The editor believes that the tales within the Boy Scouts Book of Campfire Stories serve as delightful companions for the adventurous spirit. Whether read or shared around a crackling fire, these stories are designed to inspire, entertain, and thrill, leaving a lasting impression on young minds.

Three 'witness' insights into history. In 'That Door' by Elizabeth Kuti (read by Eleanor Bron), it is Wittenberg, 1517 and Brother Martin meets the indomitable Frau Sprenger. In 'Nothing but Blue Skies' by Dominic Power (read by Elizabeth Mastrantonio), Katherine Rudd, now 97, recalls events on...

The first award-winning season of The Classic Tales Podcast, topping the iTunes charts as the #3 overall podcast. Here B.J. Harrison reintroduces the world to the greatest short fiction ever written, from Poe, Dickens, Hardy, Stevenson, Fitzgerald and many, many others

Blackstone Audio presents an eclectic mix of stories, plays and sketches dedicated to the thinking paranoiac. Gore, sex, horror, literature and edifying morals - what more could you want from an audiobook?

Throughout the long centuries of human history is the want, and the need, to share information, to exchange ideas and for that knowledge and experience, for curiosity and learning, to be the basis of a civil society. In this volume we offer up a small selection of talents from the literary landscape of Continental Europe and its male authors whose time has now come again.

Presenting an audio anthology of Victorian ghost stories to chill you to the bone this holiday season.

Dive into the captivating world of Mentor 1, where the Mentor Association invites you to explore a treasure trove of knowledge spanning art, literature, science, nature, history, and travel. Established to ignite curiosity and appreciation among the public, this association published a visually stunning magazine bi-monthly, featuring engaging articles often penned by esteemed experts of the time. Each issue is not only informative but also designed to be accessible and affordable. This collection offers a delightful selection of writings from issues published between 1913 and 1919, providing a...

Explore the poignant and powerful voices of former slaves in Mississippi Slave Narratives Volume IX. This collection, part of the Federal Writers Project supported by the Library of Congress and the Works Progress Administration, features verbatim accounts from personal interviews conducted between 1936 and 1938. These narratives, meticulously recorded in the narrators own words, offer a vital glimpse into the lives and experiences of those who lived through slavery. As a significant contribution to folk history, these life histories serve as an essential resource, preserving the memories and ...

Dive into the rich tapestry of European history with Cambridge Modern History, Volume 01, The Renaissance. This remarkable work, published between 1902 and 1912 under the vision of Lord Acton, encompasses a universal history from 1450 to 1910. Edited by renowned scholars A.W. Ward, G.W. Prothero, and Stanley Leathes, it aims to provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the modern historical landscape. The series not only chronicles significant events but also weaves a narrative that highlights the interconnectedness of nations and their roles in shaping humanitys journey. As the ...

The Cambridge Modern History is an authoritative series that chronicles the sweeping history from 1450 to 1910, published in 14 volumes between 1902 and 1912. Conceived by Lord Acton, this monumental work aimed to deliver objective, collaborative scholarship, expertly edited by A.W. Ward, G.W. Prothero, and Stanley Leathes. This particular volume delves into the Thirty Years War—a complex conflict with profound origins and far-reaching consequences. It tells the tale of how this war, which ignited in the Empires eastern borderlands, gradually engulfed Europe, reshaping the ambitions of ...

This collection brings together the Farewell and last addresses of all 43 former U.S. presidents. Beginning with George Washingtons iconic Farewell Address of 1796, which remains a cornerstone of American republicanism, this anthology highlights the wisdom shared by these leaders. Washingtons address, crafted with significant input from Hamilton, underscores the essential nature of national unity, the importance of the Constitution, and the dangers of political factions. He championed morality as vital to governance and cautioned against foreign entanglements and partisanship, urging a focus ...

Discover the poignant stories within the Slave Narratives, a remarkable collection born from the Federal Writers Project, sponsored by the Library of Congress and the Works Progress Administration. This first volume focuses on Alabama and features verbatim accounts gathered from personal interviews with former slaves conducted between 1936 and 1938. These narratives, recorded as closely as possible in the narrators own words, provide a vital glimpse into the lived experiences of those who endured the trials of slavery. They are more than just stories; they are a unique form of folk history, ...