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In the picturesque setting of Picketts Gap, a fierce battle brews between rival railroads vying to lay tracks through the heart of the community. Thirteen-year-old Dannie Pickett is determined to protect his grandfathers farm and the graveyard where his beloved mother rests. As tensions rise, Dannie finds himself on a mission to uncover the truth about which railroad was first to survey the land. With a major snowstorm looming, he must summon all his courage and resilience to set the record straight and stand up for what truly matters. (Summary by Donald Cummings)

Dive into the captivating world of Riverpark Academy, where rising discontent among cadets sparks a bold revolt against the institutions authority. What begins as an unauthorized holiday leads a group of adventurous cadets on a thrilling escapade to a circus, challenging the rigid confines of their lives. Follow the journey of one cadet as he grapples with dishonor and disgrace, determined to restore his integrity and reclaim his sense of honor. - Summary by Donald Cummings

“The Iliad“ is an epic by the ancient Greek poet Homer, which recounts some of the significant events of the final weeks of the Trojan War and the Greek siege of the city of Troy...

The ancient Greeks revered Homer and Hesiod and often cited their names together in theological and theological works. While the two could have been contemporaries, some estimate that Hesiod lived up to 100 years after Homer. Sappho was an ancient Greek poetess and musician. She pioneered song lyrics and the ancient Greeks included her in the canon of nine lyric poets. Plato even numbered her among the Parnassian goddesses, referring to her as the tenth muse.

"The Homeric Hymns: Ancient Literature" invites readers on a timeless journey through the mythological tapestry of ancient Greece. This collection of the Homeric Hymns, attributed to the legendary poet Homer, presents a vivid and poetic exploration of the pantheon of Greek gods and goddesses. These hymns, originating in the archaic period of Greek history, serve as both spiritual invocations and poetic tributes to the deities of Olympus.

Explore the intricate dance between mortality and vitality in "Lord of Death and the Queen of Life," a podcast dedicated to the captivating themes of life, death, and the unknown. Each episode invites listeners to delve into a rotating collection of complete audiobooks that traverse the realms of science fiction and fantasy, where explorers confront ancient civilizations and the technologies that challenge their very existence. As the characters grapple with the legacies left behind by those who came before, they illuminate the eternal struggle between creation and destruction, hope and ...

This translation of The Iliad equals Fitzgerald's earlier Odyssey in power and imagination. It recreates the original action as conceived by Homer, using fresh and flexible blank verse that is both lyrical and dramatic. * This audiobook edition includes a downloadable PDF containing Notes on the...

It takes a village to fall in love. Set in Scotland, on the Isle of Skye, we meet Harry and Emilia, who have always been best friends, well, until they complicated everything by sleeping together. Drunk and alone on New Year’s Eve, Emilia phones up the TV’s psychic and spills out all of her sorrows. When her friends propose to stay in a cabin in the middle of nowhere for Christmas, Emilia jumps at the chance, but the atmosphere quickly dampens when Harry announces his girlfriend will be joining them.

I was the wife who felt broken.
 He was the husband who needed to be liked. 
I hid my pain. 
He hid behind kindness.
 I doubted my worth. 
He performed his. Now, I’m finding my voice.
 And he’s learning to stand in truth. I’m Robyn, a domestic abuse survivor turned relationship coach, and this is Mr. Nice Guy & the Broken Wife, a space for couples who want to heal from the past and build a marriage grounded in truth, safety, and connection. If you’ve ever felt stuck in resentment, misunderstood by your partner, or unsure how to break the patterns that keep you apart, you’...

As exhilarating today as they were at the time of being written, Homer's epic poems transport the listener on a courageous and daring journey at the heart of one of the most infamous wars in history. Discover the heroism and compassion of soldiers at the close of the Trojan War in The Iliad, as well as the devastating aftermath of the conflict in The Odyssey. Exploring themes such as bravery, mortality and homecoming, both works are a unique insight into ancient Greek culture.

Hello there, my name is Matt Homer and welcome to Homer’s Podyssey: Conversations on Purpose.Let me tell you exactly what this new venture is all about.Over the years, I have had the pleasure of meeting a host of really kind, generous and talented people all with really exciting stories to tell. These include producers, musicians, actors, writers and researchers; and that's just for starters!I gave this podcast the subtitle “Conversations on Purpose” because I wanted to find a word which unifies the different discussions that I hope to have on the show. That word, for me, was “purpose...

Dive into the captivating world of the Normans, the formidable Northmen who, with their ships, carved out empires and left lasting legacies across Europe. In these eight insightful lectures delivered in Boston in 1915, esteemed Harvard medievalist Charles Homer Haskins explores the remarkable achievements of these Viking descendants. From the bold conquests of William the Conqueror and the reign of Henry II to the storied lives of Richard the Lion-Hearted and the unfortunate King John, Haskins paints a vivid picture of the Normans transformation into influential rulers of France, England, and ...

In Devolutionist, a group of daring space travelers delves into the enigmatic Venusian techniques of telepathic space travel, embarking on an extraordinary journey beyond our solar system to the earthlike planet Capellette in the Capella star system. In Emancipatrix, their adventures continue on the planet Sanus orbiting the star Arcturus. In both captivating worlds, they find themselves entangled in the complex struggles and challenges faced by the local inhabitants, uncovering mysteries and forging alliances along the way. This is Book Two of the thrilling Dr. Kinney adventures. (Summary by ...

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Dive into the captivating and ironic world of British criminals in Book of Scoundrels. This fascinating exploration focuses on pre-Victorian pickpockets, highwaymen, and thieves, introducing you to notorious figures such as Moll Cutpurse, the Queen of Thieves, Jonathan Wild, the Thief-taker General, and the daring Captain Hind. The journey begins with a thought-provoking essay on the artistic merits of thievery, followed by a series of engaging short biographies that bring these colorful characters to life. Summary by Greg Lewin.

«Илиада» Гомера–сокровище античной литературы, фундаментальная книга, с которой следует познакомиться абсолютно всем. Слушая эту поэму, вы окунётесь в историю о легендарной троянской войне, почувствуете атмосферу тех времён, полную храбрых героев, ожесточённых сражений и древних богов, которые влияли на судьбы людей и определяли ход событий.

Legendary Ancient Greek stories.

The ancient story and legend of Odysseus's return home.

The Odyssey by Homer in the Samuel Butler translation, narrated by Michael Bronks. Follow Odysseus through treacherous seas, encounters with gods like Athena and Poseidon, and mythical creatures such as the Cyclops and Sirens. Experience the epic journey of Greek mythology, heroism, and adventure that defines The Odyssey in its full, timeless form.

Genau wie die Odyssee selbst dauerte das Großprojekt des Kölners Walter Stehling zehn Jahre von seiner Idee bis zur Veröffentlichung. Und genau wie Homers antikes Meisterwerk verspricht die kölsche Übersetzung zumindest im Rheinland zu weltliterarischem Ruhm zu gelangen. Nach der Vorlage von Johann Heinrich Voss wurde der Klassiker von Stehling brillant übersetzt und bisweilen urkölsch und urkomisch eingesprochen.