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"A volte guardava i feriti con invidia, pensando che chi aveva il corpo lacerato fosse particolarmente felice. Avrebbe voluto anche lui avere una ferita, il segno rosso del coraggio". Il classico americano sulla guerra e la paura, la vigliaccheria e il riscatto. "Perciò il suo libro è breve: nemmeno duecento pagine. Le gemme sono piccole" (Joseph Conrad). "È un libro in cui ogni paragrafo è essenziale" (Paul Auster). "Il freddo lasciò la terra con riluttanza, e la nebbia, diradandosi, rivelò un esercito accampato sulle colline".

The American Classics Collection: Volume II is a century-spanning collection of 15 classic novels, short stories, essay, and poetry by American authors, read by a cast of incredible narrators including Adam Sims; Nathan Osgood; Robert G. Slade; Jonathan Keeble, Katherine Fenton; and more. Included here are stories by some of the greatest writers of all time, including Herman Melville; Upton Sinclair; Mark Twain; Walt Whitman; F. Scott Fitzgerald; Thornton Wilder; Edith Wharton; Jack London; amongst a host of others.

Behind every battle fought during the American Civil War stood ordinary men and women whose lives were forever changed by extraordinary circumstances. In these seventeen classic stories and historical sketches, young soldiers confront the harsh realities of war, families are divided by loyalty...

Represented here are 16 short stories by seven great American writers, dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. Different in atmosphere and writing style, they nevertheless caught the mood and concerns of the day in a way that was distinctly American.

This is a collection of timeless westerns from some of the most well known authors of the genre. Included here are the following stories: “The Little Gold Miners” by Joaquin Miller, “Bulger’s Reputation” by Bret Harte, “The Leaf of Red Rose” by W. H. H. Murray, “The Secret of...

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. For America, as the century closes, she is becoming less isolated. Her industrial might, her rising military power are pulling her ever closer into the entangled globe of nations. Her authors flex ideas and lexicons with riveting tales of this astonishing society.

When we read or listen, words can have a transforming effect. Our mood can alter in the space of a few sentences from joy to sadness. And not just our mood. These words can affect us physically, they can engage our emotions and even in their sadness bring a lump to our throat and tears to our eyes. Sometimes the relief can be palpable. Our authors, from Anton Chekhov, Stephen Crane, Willa Cather, Katherine Mansfield and a wealth of others, are well aware of what their talents will evoke. Genius has many names.

Most people associate storms and other big weather with death - with the kind of force that makes each of us wonder about life, time, and the nature of our surroundings. The stories in Storm have more to say than that. Deep Blue offers compelling tales of shipwrecks and salvage, submarine adventure and free diving, nautical survival and cannibalism.

No nation has ever achieved the literary diversity of America. From nativist humor to immigrant triumph, Americans have recorded their visions and hopes better than anyone

Here are eight stories from master American writers of the 19th century. They vary from sinister tales by Ambrose Bierce - why is that window boarded up? - and a reflective moment in the life of a woman without children, but forced to look after children, to classic short stories by O. Henry and Stephen Crane. There is even an elegiac description of an eclipse by James Fenimore Cooper, author of The Last of the Mohicans.

Nella Braddy (1894–1973), a pioneer among female editors, compiled this seven-story collection and published Masterpieces of Adventure: Stories of Desert Places in 1922. It features seven authors: Egerton Castle, Stephen Crane, Selma Lagerlöf, Bret Harte, Thomas Hardy, O. Henry, and W. H...

Here are the stories of men at war, women against the city, small boats upon indifferent seas, and human beings caught in the hard machinery of chance. The Stephen Crane Library brings Crane’s works to life in full. Tales of courage, fear, poverty, pride, and the strange fellowship found in danger. Enter a world where the sea does not care, the battle does not wait, and every soul must discover what it is made of.

On a cold day, the 304th New York Infantry Regiment awaits battle beside a river. Eighteen-year-old Private Henry Fleming, remembering his reasons for enlisting as well as his mother's resulting protests, wonders whether he will remain brave in the face of fear or turn and run. The story follows...

The American Civil War was fought not only by armies, but by extraordinary individuals whose courage, ingenuity, and determination shaped the course of history. In these seventeen classic stories and historical accounts, daring raiders steal a locomotive deep behind enemy lines. Prisoners tunnel...

Young Henry Fleming, fueled by the romantic notions of glory and heroism, takes a leap into the chaos of the Civil War by enlisting in the Union Army. Yet, when the reality of battle crashes down on him, fear grips his heart, leading him to flee from his first encounter with combat. What follows is a haunting journey of self-doubt and the desperate quest for redemption. As Henry grapples with the shame of his cowardice, he imagines the judgment of his fellow soldiers, each scornful glance piercing deeper than any bullet. In "The Red Badge of Courage," Stephen Crane dives into the psyche of a ...

Dive into a realm where the monstrous and the human intertwine, exploring the complexities of fear, empathy, and the unseen struggles that shape our lives. "Monster and Other Stories" invites listeners to confront the darker aspects of human nature, unraveling tales that reveal how societal judgments and personal choices can transform us into the very things we fear. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rich tapestry of narratives that delve into the emotional landscapes of characters grappling with their own demons and the perceptions of those around them. This is not ...

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Whilomville, a mythical town that serves as the backdrop for a delightful collection of stories reflecting the quirks of human nature. This podcast invites you to explore a rotating selection of thirteen tales originally published in Harper's New Monthly Magazine, where humor and poignancy intertwine to reveal the complexities of life in this whimsical setting. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a variety of narratives that capture the spirit of a bygone era while resonating with contemporary themes. These unique explorations ...

Mit "Die Braut kommt nach Yellow Sky" schuf Stephen Crane eine der bekanntesten Kurzgeschichten der amerikanischen Western-Literatur. Der Sheriff Jack Potter kehrt mit seiner frisch angetrauten Frau nach Yellow Sky zurück – doch die Bewohner der kleinen Grenzstadt ahnen nichts von seiner Hochzeit. Während sich eine Konfrontation anbahnt, zeigt sich, dass sich der Wilde Westen bereits im Wandel befindet.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of short stories that celebrate the art of brevity and the power of narrative. "Selected Short Stories" invites listeners to explore a rotating collection that captures the essence of human experience through varied themes, including love, humor, and the quirks of everyday life. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing diverse voices and styles that highlight the unique ability of short fiction to provoke thought and evoke emotion. This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations, each crafted to deliver a punch of ...

A young soldier's dreams of battle glory clash with the nightmare of bloody reality. The Civil War battlefields are nothing like Henry Fleming had imagined them to be. Isn't it the duty of every living creature to save it's own life? Yet Henry is afraid to return to his regiment. His comrades are sure to sneer at his cowardice.