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As he was composing what was to become his most enduring and popular book, E. B. White was obeying that oft-repeated maxim: "Write what you know." Helpless pigs, silly geese, clever spiders, greedy rats - White knew all of these characters in the barns and stables where he spent his favorite hours. In The Story of Charlotte's Web, Michael Sims shows how White solved what critic Clifton Fadiman once called "the standing problem of the juvenile-fantasy writer: how to find, not another Alice, but another rabbit hole."

Legendary author and essayist E. B. White writes, "The essayist is a self-liberated man, sustained by the childish belief that everything he thinks about, everything that happens to him, is of general interest." Covering a large number of subjects, this classic collection features 31 of White's most memorable essays.

A quasi-memoir written from the perspective of Gertrude Stein's lifelong partner, The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas is a lively, playful account of the literary giant's vibrant life in the early twentieth century. Captivating and characteristically self-assured, this glittering memoir recounts Gertrude Stein and Alice Toklas's artistically rich life in Paris.

Known for his romantic and lyrical style of poetry, Yeats’s work was often inspired by Irish myths, spiritualism, love, longing and loss. His later work became more modernist in style, challenging poetic conventions and shifting to a political focus. In this definitive collection, you will find some of Yeats’s most noteworthy poems, written from the late nineteenth century right up until his death in 1939.

Sometimes self-fulfilling prophecies are not all they seem. Lord Arthur Savile is a young British aristocrat about to get married. Mr. Podgers tells people’s fortunes, and he has bad news for the groom: he will commit murder. Unable to get the thought off his mind, he decides to get it over with before entering into marriage, but things do not go as planned. Hear the darkly humorous short story "Lord Arthur Savile’s Crime" by Oscar Wilde from the late 19th century brought to life by B.J. Harrison. B. J.

Staatsanwalt Larry Green war nicht begeistert, als Richard Cosgrove – Kopf einer Geheimorganisation und der Mann, der eine ungeheure Faszination auf Larry ausübt – die Zusammenarbeit mit dem FBI suchte. Die geriet jedoch ins Stocken, als Shauns Team suspendiert wurde. Gegen jede Erwartung taucht Richard eines Tages unverhofft in Larrys Büro auf und erklärt, dass er die unschuldigen Agents schnellstmöglich entlasten will und dafür dessen Hilfe braucht.

From its birth in 1925 to the early days of the Cold War, The New Yorker slowly but surely took hold as the country's most prestigious, entertaining, and informative general-interest periodical. In Cast of Characters, Thomas Vinciguerra paints a portrait of the magazine's cadre of charming, wisecracking, driven, troubled, and brilliant writers and editors. He introduces us to Wolcott Gibbs, theater critic, all-around wit, and author of an infamous 1936 parody of Time magazine.

The Awakening of Europe by M. B. Synge is the third book in the series, Story of the World. Included in this history is a myriad of interesting men, women, and events that shaped Europe during the years 1520-1745. (Summary by Laura Caldwell)

The Crimes of Paris is a free audiobook written and performed by B. E. Hopkins, serialized in twenty-five half-hour episodes. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you listen to audiobooks. behopkins.substack.com

Are you a bibliophile or aspiring to begin your reading journey? You have found a tribe. Here, I intend we explore the fascinating word of books on topics cutting across Finance, Politics, Faith, Biographies, Relationships, etc. I am sure we can grow together by learning and create a vibrant community of readers. Welcome!

About UsArt is Life with Ryssa B. platform will deep dive into conversation with artists of diverse backgrounds and various artistry genres to enlighten, engage and share their perspective of art and their knowledge. Art is Life with Ryssa B. also seeks to offer insight and tips to those who want to learn more about different art forms, gain inspiration for their own projects or simply enjoy light-hearted and informative conversation with artists whose art impacts life with a witty, thorough, thought provoking host, Author, Poet and Playwright Ryssa B.

Another delightful example of an English writer poking fun at his countrymen, or maybe all races' reactions to someone from a different background. A series of adventures of a well educated foreigner in London which originally appeared weekly in Punch, sometimes with illustrations, dealing with the difficulties of fully understanding a different culture. The hero's perfect English reminds one of a quote from "My Fair Lady" ..."His English is too good, he said, "that clearly indicates that he is Foreign. Whereas other people are instructed in their native language English people aren't." (...

A weekly Tuesday readalong podcast currently covering Brandon Sanderson's Stormlight Archive. Apologies for the low audio quality of the first 3 episodes...we encountered technical difficulties. The smell of an independent podcast with 2 new podcasters sure is strong!

"The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark" is perhaps the most influential and widely acclaimed play by William Shakespeare. The tragedy follows Prince Hamlet as he concocts a plan to avenge the death of his father, who was murdered by his uncle Claudius in order to take the throne. Suspenseful, supernatural, moody, and full of twists, Hamlet is an exploration of the human condition, of the troubled psyche of the prince and his relationship with his mother and lover, as well as of pity, horror, and vengeance.

Gill & Lola discuss all things books and Booktok, from what we're reading to our opinions on indie authors and audio books. We may have some controversial views but our opinions are from our hearts and we won't sugar coat it! Join us regularly for a discussion where we voice our thoughts and occasionally push the boundaries! Our views are our own and we do not care if you disagree!!!

Join Kristopher Bernard each week as he discusses your favourite characters from movies, television, books and games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RAMUNNI KRISHNUNI RAHASYALU Ramayana is one of the two major Sanskrit epics of ancient Indian history, the other being the Mahabharata. Ramayana, traditionally ascribed to the Maharishi Valmiki, narrates the life of Rama, a legendary prince of Ayodhya city in the kingdom of Kosala. Mahabharata...

Immerse yourself in the compelling journey of Company B, 307th Infantry, as we uncover the bravery and sacrifices made during World War I. This podcast presents a rotating collection of audiobooks that highlight the experiences of soldiers within this storied unit, part of the distinguished 77th Division. Each episode invites listeners to explore the rigorous training at Camp Upton, New York, and the harrowing realities faced in the trenches of France. Through these narratives, we delve into themes of camaraderie, resilience, and the impact of war on both individuals and communities. This is ...

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Join Laura & Brittany as they share their stories and the "how to's" they learned on their journey to becoming authors in order to help and inspire listeners to also achieve their dreams. In this weekly podcast, aspiring authors and writers can tune in to learn more about the publishing process and other helpful tips with episodes and interviews ranging from how to get published to how to stay motivated.