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Bellarion, the Fortunate, by Raphael Sabatini

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 22:00:53 GMT

Bellarion, the Fortunate, by Raphael Sabatini
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Classic Tales Audiobooks · Sample of Bellarion, the Fortunate, by Raphael Sabatini. Narrated by BJ Harrison

When young, penniless Bellarion finds himself thrust into a murderous intrigue, his sharp wit and scholarly background allow him to see things invisible to others.

Set in 15^th century Italy, and cast with a rogues’ gallery of colorful villains, Bellarion adroitly navigates the complicated world of dukes, counts, and countesses to rise to unusual prominence and serve a purpose all his own.

Rafael Sabatini (1875 – 1950) was an Italian-English novelist and a short story writer. He produced over thirty novels, six nonfiction books, eight collections of short stories and various uncollected short stories.

Running time: 16 hours, 26 minutes

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The Yellow Rose, by Maurus Jokai

Fri, 3 Sep 2021 06:16:45 GMT

The Yellow Rose, by Maurus Jokai
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Only one yellow rose bush exists in the whole of the Hungarian Plain known as the Hortobágy, and its flowers are only given by the maiden who runs the Hortobágy Inn. But when she has a lover’s spat with her betrothed, and remembers a recipe for love she learned from a gypsy woman, how could she know that she would poison her beloved?

Maurus Jokai (Jokai Mór), one of Hungary’s greatest writers, spins a romantic yarn of Hungary’s horse culture. Narrator BJ Harrison gives the book all the narrative elements of an American Western. The result is a rich, immersive audiobook experience in a world of cattle, culture, and romance.

Running Time: 3 hours, 27 minutes

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The Black Tulip, by Alexandre Dumas

Thu, 2 Sep 2021 09:50:58 GMT

The Black Tulip, by Alexandre Dumas
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The Hague, 1672: A prize of 100,000 florins is offered to the person who can produce a perfectly black tulip – a feat considered impossible. But at the very moment when Cornelius van Bearle is on the brink of achieving the impossible feat, he is imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit. The story of his delicate tulip’s tumultuous journey to The Hague is absolutely riveting, and an event you don’t want to miss.

Running time: 8 hours, 24 minutes

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The Count of Monte Cristo, Volume 1 of 3, by Alexandre Dumas

Fri, 12 Dec 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The Count of Monte Cristo, Volume 1 of 3, by Alexandre Dumas
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"A piece of perfect storytelling."

-Robert Louis Stevenson

Trust. Betrayal. Revenge. The Count of Monte Cristo is quintessential masterpiece of Alexandre Dumas. In Edmond Dantes we find an early materialization of the modern superhero. He is a dashing young sailor imprisoned unjustly for treason. While in prison, he meets a holy man who imparts to him all his wisdom of languages, philosophy, science and literature. The abbe also divulges the profound secret of a hidden treasure. Dantes realizes that with such immense wealth one could do a generous amount of good for one’s friends. On the other hand, one could also wreak a hateful vengeance on one’s enemies.

Now freed from prison, and armed with untold riches, a wealth of intelligence, and a countenance utterly unrecognizable, Dantes fulfills his vow to wreak complete and utter revenge on those who conspired against him.

This audiobook contains part 1 of 3 of the unabridged saga of The Count of Monte Cristo. Final running time of all three volumes is estimated at 50 hours. When you purchase this product, you will be offered the audiobook in 3 formats:

The full audiobook in a bookmarkable single file (AAC format-industry standard/iTunes and Audible Quality-64kbps)
The full audiobook in a very high quality AAC format (HD- 192kbps - larger file size)
A zipped file of the individual mp3 files (HD quality music files - our ususal)

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Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare

Tue, 28 Oct 2014 06:23:00 GMT

Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare
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Pride, justice and vengeance. Aristocracy and democracy vie for ultimate power over Rome, and each faction violently erupts when Coriolanus takes the political stage. After receiving glorious accolades for taking an enemy city when the plebian soldiers cowered without the gates, the common people find his arrogance and pride offensive. Now, banished from the very city for which he was prepared to lay down his life, he strikes up an unholy alliance with his country's enemies. His intent is clear - to wreak upon Rome the full magnitude of his unparalleled revenge.

"You common cry of curs, whose breath I hate

as reek o'th'rotten fens; whose loves I prize

As the dead carcasses of unburied men

That do corrupt my air: I banish you,

And here remain with your uncertainty."

-Coriolanus, Act III, Scene 3

BJ Harrison revolutionized the Shakespeare/audiobook format in his groundbreaking production of Hamlet. Now he brings the perhaps lesser known but equally powerful Tragedy of Coriolanus onto the audio stage.

Not only is the text well interpreted and presented, the play has been optimized for the audiobook format. To make the text more understandable in the audio format, an introduction is read at the beginning of each act. Also, each speaker is clearly marked with his own voice and narrative tags. This is the perfect way to discover the wonders of Shakespeare in an audio format. Students and Shakespeare veterans alike will enjoy this powerful production.

Running Time: 4 hours, 18 minutes

When you purchase this product, you will be offered the audiobook in 3 formats:

The full audiobook in a bookmarkable single file (AAC format-industry standard/iTunes and Audible Quality-64kbps)

The full audiobook in a very high quality AAC format (HD- 192kbps - larger file size)

A zipped file of the individual mp3 files (HD quality music files - our ususal)

Choose the format that works best for you!

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#1- King Solomon's Mines, by H. Rider Haggard

Fri, 6 Jun 2014 00:01:00 GMT

#1- King Solomon's Mines, by H. Rider Haggard
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Legends tell of an unknown, hidden country where King Solomon's treasure is secreted. Many have searched for Solomon's diamonds and have never returned from their mysterious journey. Sir Henry Curtis' brother was lost on just such an adventure. Now, with a secret map, a regal guide, and the aid of Allan Quatermain, the renowned safari hunter, a group of 3 Englishmen journey to a secret land of witch doctors, warriors, and ancient mysteries.

This is one of the best-selling novels of the 19th century, and has inspired countless adventure stories, including the Indiana Jones movies and Edgar Rice Burrough's Tarzan series. It's an adventure epic you won't want to miss!

Running Time: 9 hours, 3 minutes

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The Master of Ballantrae, by Robert Louis Stevenson

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 02:01:00 GMT

The Master of Ballantrae, by Robert Louis Stevenson
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The year is 1745, and Prince Charlie of the defeated royal house of Stuart, has just returned to Scottish soil. A weighty choice faces every Scottish man. Should he stitch a white cockade to his hat and join the fight to restore James, Prince Charlie's father to the British throne? Or should he stay at home and back George II, the reigning King. One Lowland family, the Duries of Durisdeer and Ballantrae, believe they've found a clever way to sidestep the decision. With the toss of a coin, a choice is made that will haunt their lives forever.

Critics consider this to be Stevenson's greatest work. For, though there is plenty of adventure, (including midnight duels, pirates and smugglers), the true merit of the novel comes from the author's masterly portrayal of the fraternal enemies. If you've never read this book, you won't want to miss this!

Running Time: 8 hours, 50 minutes

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Ivanhoe, by Sir Walter Scott

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 04:27:00 GMT

Ivanhoe, by Sir Walter Scott
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Prince John has assembled a collection of avaricious nobles to take control of England while Richard the Lionhearted is imprisoned in Austria. This threatens to bring the country to civil war between the Norman nobles and the conquered Saxons. Standing above it all is Wilfred of Ivanhoe, a disinherited Saxon knight who has fought in the Holy Land. Now returned, he wishes to wed the fair Rowena, the highborn Saxon noble, in spite of the seemingly insurmountable obstacles that stand in his way. With dozens of colorful characters, clashing swords, burning castles, kings in disguise and damsels in distress, Ivanhoe remains Scott's best-loved novel of historical romance.

Running time: 20 hours, 31 minutes

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The Man Who Would Be King, by Rudyard Kipling

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 21:08:00 GMT

The Man Who Would Be King, by Rudyard Kipling
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Through the sands of the scalding deserts of India, two loafing vagabonds follow a half scribbled map, heading for a land they hope to conquer.

Running time: 1 hour, 32 minutes

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Eclipse of the Crescent Moon, by Géza Gárdonyi

Sat, 12 Feb 2011 20:30:00 GMT

Eclipse of the Crescent Moon, by Géza Gárdonyi
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In 1541,the crown of Hungary is up for grabs. King John, seeing that the Austrians were attacking with an innumerable force, petitions the Turks for assistance. King John then dies, leaving an infant son. While the Turkish army was en route, the Hungarians rally their forces, and beat back the Austrians themselves. Then, just as the Austrians are beating their final retreat, the main Turkish army arrives at the castle in Buda. And among their number is the sultan himself. In the years that follow, the Turks relentlessly invade Hungary, their efforts culminating in the siege of the castle at Eger. The Turkish army numbers over 200,000. The Hungarian defenders number only 2,000. Now it’s your turn to take part in the adventure, and journey to the land of medieval Hungary.

Running Time: 9 hours, 50 minutes

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