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The Classic Oral Tradition Mega Collection gathers ancient epics, mythological works, fairy tales, folk traditions, and Native American stories from across cultures.

George Brisbane Scott Douglas (1856-1935), the Scottish poet and writer, published the book Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales in 1901. The literary genres of the book include comic, literary, nursery, and animal stories plus fairy tales of mythic creatures like the brownies, bogles, kelpies, and mermaids. Classified, tabulated, and scientifically labelled, these imaginative narratives are related in vernacular language, and have a timeless appeal to adults and children alike. Amongst the most popular stories are "The Fox’s Stratagem", and "The Bee and the Mouse".

Discover a guiding light for Christians seeking to live a godly life with Soul Food. This podcast delves into a variety of practical and spiritual topics, offering insights and inspiration for your faith journey. Join us as we explore meaningful conversations, backed by the thoughtful proof listening of Guero and Laura Victoria.

A collection of the most famous historic speeches from the twentieth century, including Franklin D. Roosevelt's declaration of war against Japan and Geoge Bush's Bombing of Iraq Speech.

[Contains explicit content] Why do we need generalists in an increasingly specialized world? Intel anthropologist Genevieve Bell and co-founder of Stanford's d.school George Kembel discuss. Revolutionary Insights is curated from the Computer History Museum's Revolutionaries interview series and is brought to you by Audible. This talk was originally recorded on September 13, 2012.

Using simple elegant words, the author reveals, enhances, and explains the Bibles most important lessons. The words of BibleVerse have the power to transform, inspire and change the lives of all that listen.

Dedicated to the Spirit within us all, these rhyming verses are intended to entertain, enlighten, and inspire.These verses were inspired from the heart, and contain thoughts of the spirit, affirmations, and prayers.

Written by an airline pilot and a clinical psychologist, this combination of practical explanation and self-help techniques is the definitive guide to help nervous passengers overcome their fear of flying. Lighthearted, unpatronising and informative.

Professional athletes, surgeons, first responders - all perform remarkable feats in the face of intense stress. Why do they thrive under pressure while others succumb? What separates the two is attitude. Resilient people meet adversity head on and bounce back from setbacks. They seem to naturally exude an inner strength - but studies show that resilience is something that anyone can build.

One of the world's most iconic movie stars, Kirk Douglas has distinguished himself as a producer, philanthropist, and author of ten works of fiction and memoir. Now, more than fifty years after the release of his enduring epic Spartacus, Douglas reveals the riveting drama behind the making of the legendary gladiator film. Douglas began producing the movie in the midst of the politically charged era when Hollywood’s moguls refused to hire anyone accused of Communist sympathies.

Dive into The House with the Green Shutters, a captivating novel by Scottish author George Douglas Brown, first published in 1901. Set against the backdrop of mid-19th century Ayrshire in the fictional town of Barbie—drawing inspiration from Browns own Ochiltree—the story boldly challenges the norms of the sentimental kailyard school and is often hailed as a precursor to the Scottish Renaissance. Follow the life of John Gourlay, a proud and stoic carrier, as he battles the malicious gossip and petty schemes of the envious townsfolk, known as the bodies. (Introduction by Wikipedia) *...

For centuries England has always had a leading and admired reputation for its poets and poetry. In this volume we explore those born in the West Midlands who created such revered, enduring and respected verse.