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Hear rare recording from some of the world's most-respected poets reading their own works: J. R. R. Tolkien, "The Hoard"; e. e. Cummings, "Prose Jottings"; Archibald Macleish, "The Old Man To The Lizard"; Ted Hughes, "Six Young Men"; May Swenson, "Naked In Borneo"; Marilyn Hacker, "The Dark Twin"; Kenneth Patchen, "23rd Street Runs into Heaven"; Edith Stillwell, "An Old Woman"; and Theodore Roethke, "The Bat".

These iconic works explore the depths of human suffering, identity, and transformation, showcasing some of the most profound voices of the 20th century. From the haunting reflections on war in All Quiet on the Western Front and A Farewell to Arms to the poetic expression of inner conflict in the works of Owen, Rosenberg, and Brooke, this collection provides a window into the world of writers who grappled with the aftermath of trauma and the search for meaning.

Most people aren't stuck because they lack information. They're stuck because they know what to do and can't quite do it consistently. The slow drift keeps winning.Chasing Excellence is for people who are already trying — working out, eating well, staying positive — but find themselves in the one-good-week, one-bad-week cycle.Ben Bergeron, Patrick Cummings, and a crew of authors, thinkers, and doers explore the five factors of health — how we eat, move, think, connect, and rest — and what it actually takes to crowd out the drift and build the life you keep almost living.New episodes ...

Forrest is invited by Dr. Thompson to “assist” him in examining his next patient—make that two! Much to Forrest’s pleasant surprise, the doc has conveniently scheduled Jennifer Monroe, a hot forty-something, to have her physical at the same time as her stepdaughter, Kayla! Not that this was an easy task! Both women are profoundly modest, and Kayla, a college-bound freshman, is as shy and innocent as they come. But in the end, both women wind up shivering in nothing but paper gowns as their two “doctors” take them to the outer limits of medical humiliation.

Brought to you by Penguin. 'We see with everything that we are' On the morning of 12 October 1654, in the Dutch city of Delft, a sudden explosion was followed by a thunderclap that could be heard more than seventy miles away. Carel Fabritius - now known across the world for his exquisite...

Named a Top 100 Must-Read Book of the Year by Time and a Best Book of the Year by The New Yorker * Winner of the 2024 Writers’ Prize for Nonfiction * Shortlisted for the Inaugural Women’s Prize for Nonfiction * Longlisted for the RSL Ondaatje Prize New York Times bestselling author Laura...

NOMINATED FOR THE 2019 NATIONAL BOOK CRITICS CIRCLE AWARD FOR AUTOBIOGRAPHY ONE OF NPR'S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR SHORTLISTED FOR THE BAILLIE GIFFORD PRIZE FOR NONFICTION SHORTLISTED FOR THE RATHBONES FOLIO PRIZE LONGLISTED FOR THE RSL ONDAATJE PRIZE The acclaimed New York Times bestselling author...

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A Wall Street Journal Top 10 Nonfiction Book of 2016 “As compelling and entertaining as a detective novel” (The Economist), the incredible true story—part art history and part mystery—of a Velázquez portrait that went missing and the obsessed nineteenth-century...

Tragedy left Merit as the guardian to two young kits, and he's in over his head. He needs help. He has no time for romance and doesn't think he needs it. He applies to Celestial Mates, willing to take the first available female, even a flat-faced, ugly human. What he gets is a woman whose mind challenges him and whose patience humbles him.  

In the newest entry in Charles Cumming's bestselling Box 88 series, master spy Lachlan Kite heads to Athens, Greece, after an old flame asks for help locating her missing son. Max Radinsky thought he was living the perfect life in Athens. But when his girlfriend, Yasmine, is forced to flee the...

Asgard Stories: Booktrack Edition adds an immersive musical soundtrack to your audiobook listening experience! This collection of classic stories delves into the fascinating lore of Norse mythology to reveal the tales of Odin, Thor, Freya, and more. Compiled over a century ago, Foster & Cummings' writings give life to the stories that inspired the Vikings and some of our most beloved pop culture today.  

"Another Charles Cumming triumph.” —Jason Matthews, bestselling author of The Kremlin's Candidate In this gripping contemporary thriller, a successful spy novelist is drawn into a real-life espionage plot when he’s ordered to find a mysterious fugitive on the alluring but deadly streets of...

From the internationally acclaimed, New York Times bestselling author of The Trinity Six, comes Charles Cumming's A Foreign Country, a compelling tale of deceit and betrayal, conspiracy and redemption. On the vacation of a lifetime in Egypt, an elderly French couple are brutally murdered. Days...

FROM SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR CHARLES CUMMING THE NEW THRILLER FOLLOWING CAREER SPY, LACHLAN KITE 'Nobody writes more enjoyable spy thrillers’ ANTHONY HOROWITZ ‘Charles Cumming has breathed new life into the spy novel’ BEN MACINTYRE 'The rightful inheritor of John le Carré's crown'...

Ray Cummings’ The Man Who Saved New York is a vintage science fiction adventure blending wartime suspense, strange psychic power, and pulp-era spectacle. When Porky discovers his consciousness can possess other beings, his unusual gift becomes New York’s last defense against a Nazi attack...

In a shadowy kingdom beyond our own, chaos reigns and danger lurks at every turn. When adventurers encounter Red Sensua, a figure shrouded in mystery, they find themselves thrust into a world of revolution and intrigue. With a knife glistening ominously, Sensua unleashes a wave of turmoil that challenges their courage and resolve. As they navigate this surreal landscape, they must confront not only external threats but also the fears that lie within. 'Phantoms of Reality' is a gripping tale that blends action, adventure, and the unknown. Join the journey as our heroes face impossible choices ...

When Lee Anthony and his friends are kidnapped, they plunge into a whirlwind of adventure that defies imagination. Forced aboard a mysterious vessel, they embark on an uncharted journey that leads them to a world where the laws of nature twist and turn in extraordinary ways. As they navigate this strange realm, they encounter bizarre creatures and mind-bending phenomena that challenge their understanding of reality itself. But the real conflict lies in their fight for survival. Can Lee uncover the secrets of their captors and find a way back home, or will the strange forces at play trap them ...

When Philip Grant embarks on a perilous mission in the mysterious Lowlands, he finds himself in a world where the fantastic and the sinister collide. As he navigates through strange landscapes and encounters unexpected allies and foes, each step brings him closer to uncovering the truth behind his assignment. Can he unravel the secrets hidden within this shadowy realm before it consumes him? Set against a backdrop of rich imagination, 'Jetta of the Lowlands' explores themes of bravery, curiosity, and the unknown. Ray Cummings crafts a gripping tale that keeps listeners on the edge of their ...

Immerse yourself in the lyrical beauty and emotional depth of poetry with "XLI Poems," a collection that celebrates the diverse forms and themes of verse. Each episode invites listeners to explore a rich tapestry of human experience through the lens of 41 carefully selected poems, ranging from intimate songs to profound sonnets. Delve into the innocence of childhood, the complexities of love, the weight of war, and the intricacies of identity as you discover the unique voices and styles that characterize these works. This podcast is not merely a single narrative but a series of unique ...

Poor Kelsey Williams! This 18-year-old high school senior is so excited about flying to London tomorrow for her class trip! Unfortunately, she innocently forgot to get a physical exam before she'll be allowed to leave. Not to worry… dirty-minded Headmaster Johnathan Spottisswoode has teamed up with the dirty-minded biology teacher to conduct a last-minute exam right here in school…under Johnathan's careful oversight, of course! The poor girl…it's bad enough to have to submit to any comprehensive medical exam.