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Beric, a dashing young British chieftain, must fight for liberty from the forests of his homeland, where he defies the legendary Roman legions, to the Roman Colosseum, where he must employ gladiatorial skills to defend a persecuted Christian girl. G.A. Henty provides fascinating details of life in a Roman villa, in the imperial palace, and in the villages of the tribal Britons; and accurately shows the strengths that allowed the Romans to conquer their empire and the weaknesses that would end it. Set in A.D. 62.

During the depths of the Great Depression, Seabiscuit won against incredible odds and uplifted the hearts of Americans from the streets to the White House. Ralph Moody recounts the thrilling tale of the plucky horse who refused to quit, the down-on-his-luck jockey who didn't let horrendous accidents keep him out of the saddle, and the taciturn trainer who brought out the best in both.

Renowned voice actor Jim Weiss brings young listeners delightful tellings of Aesop's Fables, plus lively tales from Grimm, Chaucer, and others. Also features Jim's famous performance of "The Tortoise and the Hare." Perfect for children who are ready to move beyond music to recordings of the spoken word.

Laugh out loud! Jim Weiss mixes together some of the funniest stories and poems from the world's wittiest authors for a recording that delights the entire family.

Three of the most popular mysteries of all time in one audiobook. Includes stories of Sherlock Holmes, Father Brown, and Edgar Allan Poe's detective Auguste Dupin. Adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss.

In this iconic mystery, Holmes and Watson must unravel more than one mystery before time runs out as they confront a cunning foe who will stop at nothing to accomplish a dreadful goal. But is that foe human or the result of a centuries-old curse? Come to the foggy English moors to learn the truth about The Hound of the Baskervilles, in this audio adaptation performed by Jim Weiss.

Experience Jim Weiss's hilarious tellings of "The Gingerbread Man," "The Three Little Pigs", and others, each with a multitude of character voices. A lush bouquet of stories for young listeners! You and your children will be enthralled by Jim Weiss's tellings of "The Gingerbread Man," "The Three Little Pigs", and the African folk tale, "Why Flies Buzz," each with unique character voices; touching versions of Hans Christian Andersen's beloved "Thumbelina" and "The Ugly Duckling," and the classic "Dick Whittington and His Cat," with its famously satisfying ending.

Jim Weiss performs favorite tales and delightful songs to sing or dance along with. Includes "Snow White and Rose Red," "Sleeping Beauty," and "The Twelve Dancing Princesses."

Everyone is in a panic--a dragon has been discovered in a cave near the town! The people call for that famous dragon-slaying knight, Saint George, to defeat the monstrous beast. But when one smart little boy actually meets the dragon, he finds a harmless, friendly creature who would much rather write poems than burn villages.

Jim Weiss brings you a big recording full of surprises; with original songs and the very best folktales for listeners of all sizes. Expect giant grins all around.

Master storyteller Jim Weiss brings young listeners the glorious richness of two of Shakespeare's best loved plays, on a level children can grasp. Renowned storyteller Jim Weiss brings us the magic and mistaken identities of A Midsummer Night's Dream, and the comedy of The Taming of the Shrew.

Wiggily Longears is a rabbit and a gentleman who has brought joy to generations of readers. Better known as Uncle Wiggily, he is both kindhearted and resourceful. Howard R. Garris's charming modern classics offer gentle lessons amid laughter as the clever, courteous rabbit ingeniously helps his animal and human friends. Jim Weiss narrates an assortment of favorites adapted from the book for this "must have" audio-recording for the very young and the young at heart.

Young listeners will be captivated by Mark Twain's remarkable adventure story of two young boys who exchange identities and learn the nature of true nobility. Adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss. A classic adventure set in medieval England, this tale is brought to a new generation by master storyteller Jim Weiss. The whole family will enjoy listening to Mark Twain's remarkable adventure story of two young boys who exchange identities and learn the nature of true nobility.

This three-part audio series sheds light on the stormy present by exploring the turbulent past. Through the surprising tales of three divisive presidential elections, master storyteller Jim Weiss explores the flexibility of America's democratic system, and the resilience of its people.

Exciting retellings of "Goldilocks & the Three Bears," "Rumpelstiltskin," and more, from master storyteller Jim Weiss. These six stories include beloved classics like "Rumplestiltskin" along with less-familiar tales like "The Bremen Town Musicians" that are sure to become new favorites. There's also a bonus song!

Jim Weiss performs thrilling, engaging poetry for listeners from middle school age through adults. Covering a tremendous assortment from three centuries and three continents, the recording presents works by, and tells the stories of, master poets from the U.S., England, Wales, India, and Ireland.

This audiobook, abridged and adapted by Jim Weiss, conveys Mark Twain's humorous tale of childhood and adventure. In one of America's most beloved stories, young Tom Sawyer shares silly and serious adventures with his pals Huckleberry Finn and Becky Thatcher. Mark Twain's wise and witty observations of human nature are ever-present in this humorous and beloved classic of childhood friendship and adventure.

One of G.A. Henty's most stirring adventures tells the story of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce as they battle the brutal seizure of their native Scotland by England's King Edward I (1326-1314). With the Scottish heroes is the courageous young Archie Forbes, whose daring, insightful mind is as sharp as his flashing sword.

Acclaimed storyteller Jim Weiss takes listeners from palace plots to treasure chambers, from the inner rooms of a mysterious temple to the middle of a thundering chariot charge. From roaring battles to whispered court intrigue, from desert wastelands to luxurious palaces, Jim Weiss leads you through a civilization fifty centuries old, spinning vivid stories of remarkable rulers (Hatshepsut, Akhenaten, Ramesses II and more), the Nile River that made it all possible, and the thrilling discovery of King Tutankhamun's treasure-laden tomb.