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  • Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk-John Howell

    Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk-John Howell
    Nov 8 2026
    Life and Adventures of Alexander Selkirk by John Howell.

    This work was the true story of Alexander Selkirk (1676 to December 13, 1721), a Scottish sailor who was employed in a number of different trades during his early life. As a young man, Selkirk learned the skills of tanning and shoemaking, and later became a buccaneer (a government-sanctioned pirate) on the Cinque Ports, working his way up to the position of ship's sailing master or navigator. But in the case of Selkirk, his experiences would eventually help him to survive his isolation on a deserted island in the Juan Fernández archipelago, off the coast of Chile, where he spent 52 months before being rescued. Certainly this theme is at the heart of what makes it so timeless, but it includes an exploration into the story of who Selkirk was before the adventure began.

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    3 ore e 30 min
  • History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 5-Friedrich Schiller

    History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 5-Friedrich Schiller
    Nov 7 2026
    History of the Thirty Years War, Volume 5 by Friedrich Schiller.

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    2 ore e 27 min
  • Gods and Mr Perrin-Hugh Walpole

    Gods and Mr Perrin-Hugh Walpole
    Nov 6 2026
    Gods and Mr Perrin by Hugh Walpole.

    The book is probably better known under the title ‘Mr Perrin and Mr Traill’, later made into a well-known film in 1948. Perrin and Traill are masters at a grim old-fashioned second-rate boarding public school in Cornwall – Perrin has been there many years and the youthful Traill has just arrived. The book concerns the growing antagonism between the two which turns into active dislike following an unfortunate incident and which eventually has devastating consequences. The author vividly captures the dreadful nature of such a cloistered society and the stultifying effect it has on the pupils, their teachers and the other adults in the community.

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    6 ore e 41 min
  • How the Mastiffs Went to Iceland-Anthony Trollope

    How the Mastiffs Went to Iceland-Anthony Trollope
    Nov 5 2026
    How the Mastiffs Went to Iceland by Anthony Trollope.

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    1 ora e 50 min
  • X Minus One - Project Mastodon

    X Minus One - Project Mastodon
    Nov 4 2026
    X Minus One by Project Mastodon.

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    23 min
  • X Minus One - Project Mastodon

    X Minus One - Project Mastodon
    Nov 3 2026
    X Minus One by Project Mastodon.

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    23 min
  • Beach of Dreams-H. De Vere Stacpoole

    Beach of Dreams-H. De Vere Stacpoole
    Nov 2 2026
    Beach of Dreams by H. De Vere Stacpoole.

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    7 ore e 54 min
  • Seed Thoughts-Joseph Caryl

    Seed Thoughts-Joseph Caryl
    Oct 31 2026
    "Seed Thoughts" by Joseph Caryl invites listeners into a profound exploration of faith and reflection. This work encourages deep contemplation on spiritual matters, making it a timeless resource for anyone seeking to enrich their understanding of belief and its implications in daily life. Caryl's insights resonate with the enduring human quest for meaning, providing a thoughtful framework for navigating life's challenges and uncertainties. As listeners engage with these seed thoughts, they may find inspiration to cultivate their own spiritual growth and foster a deeper connection to their beliefs, making this audiobook a valuable companion for today's seekers and thinkers alike.

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    3 ore e 9 min