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Written primarily for children, James Baikie's 'peep' at ancient Egypt is a really well done, historical account of the ways of that fascinating land so many years ago. It has stood well the test of time, being both well researched and well written. It's a fun book for everyone, and families especially will enjoy listening together.

Written by a fictitious first-person narrator, this book puts a humorous spin on encounters with several famous people of the time. "I set forth from my office in London upon my pilgrimage to the shrines of the world's illustrious. Readers everywhere are interested in the home life of men who have made themselves factors in art, science, letters, and history, and to these people I was commissioned to go." This version has been read as full cast dramatic reading. -- Summary by TriciaG and from the book. Edited by linny Proof listeners: DrPGould, and Nemo Cast (of chapters with more than 2 ...

Typee: A Peep at Polynesian Life is the first book by American writer Herman Melville, published first in London, then New York, in 1846. Considered a classic in travel and adventure literature, the narrative is partly based on the author's actual experiences on the island Nuku Hiva in the South Pacific Marquesas Islands in 1842, liberally supplemented with imaginative reconstruction and adaptation of material from other books. The title comes from the valley of Taipivai, once known as Taipi.

Delve into the life of Rosalie, the daughter of a renowned traveling theater master, who seems to embody glamour and grace from the outside. Yet, behind her radiant smile lies a heart burdened with sorrow for her ailing mother and the struggles of a troubled life. Join Rosalie on her transformative journey as she discovers the love and care of the Good Shepherd, learning to trust Him for the strength she needs each day. (Summary by Abigail Rasmussen)

Embark on a whimsical journey through the eyes of a fictional narrator as they recount amusing encounters with some of historys most illustrious figures. Starting from an office in London, our narrator is on a delightful quest to uncover the home lives of those who have shaped art, science, literature, and history. This full-cast dramatic reading brings to life the charming anecdotes and vibrant personalities that define an era, promising laughter and insight for readers and listeners alike.

Written by a fictitious first-person narrator, this book puts a humorous spin on encounters with several famous people of the time. "I set forth from my office in London upon my pilgrimage to the shrines of the world's illustrious. Readers everywhere are interested in the home life of men who have made themselves factors in art, science, letters, and history, and to these people I was commissioned to go." -- Summary by TriciaG and from the book.

Peep This Noise is a podcast centered on critical analysis of media of all kinds. We’ll be aiming for an open minded, approachable discussion of a variety of topics in literature, film, music, theatre, games, and other forms of art. As we cover various pieces, we examine things like:Representation of ethnicity, belief, and gender in media;Framing and representation of disability in art;How writers explore and portray physical and emotional trauma;How various genres, including science fiction and fantasy, provide metaphors for and potential solutions to modern society’s most troubling ...

What started out as a virtual book club during quarantine has blossomed into a place to discover new books and new challenges in our reading journey. Join us each week as we talk about recent reads and recommendations.

Your classic novel cheat sheet, powered by sarcasm and red flags. Get the full plot and the hot takes in 10 minutes. This isn't your high school English class.Remember all those classic books you definitely read in high school? (Yeah, us neither.) Welcome to Snark Notes, the podcast that reads classic literature so you can finally sound like you did the homework. We know your To-Be-Read pile is a disaster and you just don't have time for 600 pages on whale feelings. That's why we do the reading for you and break it all down in 10 minutes. Each episode is a perfect two-part spilling of Classics...

Podcastle in the Sky is dedicated to examining anime in combination with a selected piece of pop-culture, cinema or literature. Join the Podcastle in the Sky crew as we discuss, compare and contrast everything from high art to pulp fiction.