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The year 1972 saw the beginning of a five-year span in which Stevie Wonder released five groundbreaking, critically acclaimed albums, garnering him more than half a dozen Grammys and more than 10 million albums sold, securing his place as one of the most important American musicians and songwriters in history. For the first time, uncover the untold story of an extraordinary artistic journey that shaped the greatest creative era in popular music history.

When Roxana Robinson’s definitive biography of O’Keeffe was first published in 1989, it received rave reviews and was named a New York Times Notable Book of the Year. This new edition features a new foreword by the author, setting O’Keefe in an artistic context over the last thirty years since the book was first published, as well as previously unpublished letters of the young O’Keeffe to her lover, Arthur MacMahon. This book also relates the story of Robinson’s own encounter with the artist.

Dive into the enchanting world of classic literature with Robinson Crusoe in Words of One Syllable, a unique adaptation by Mary Godolphin, the pseudonym of Lucy Aikin. She brilliantly translated timeless tales into simple, single-syllable language, making them accessible and engaging for young readers. This particular volume is based on Daniel Defoes iconic work, often hailed as the first English novel, published in 1719. Godolphin’s talent also shines through her adaptations of Bunyans Pilgrims Progress and Wyss Swiss Family Robinson. As a complement to my previous recordings for ...

​"It’s Not Robinson Crusoe But..." is the podcast that treats classic and modern literature as a genuine guidebook for life. Every week, we break down an epic, a classic, or a controversial novel—from The Moonstone to Crime and Punishment, The Secret History to Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy and many more—to uncover their hidden manual for navigating modern anxiety, ethical dilemmas, power struggles, and the chaos of the mundane. Stop just reading books; start living by them.

La Scuola dei Robinson è uno dei romanzi d’avventura più freschi e sorprendenti di Jules Verne.La storia segue la famiglia Godfrey, protagonista di un naufragio che li costringe a sopravvivere su un’isola deserta, affrontando pericoli, ingegno, imprevisti e scoperte continue. L’isola, apparentemente paradisiaca, nasconde insidie naturali, misteri e rivelazioni che mettono alla prova il coraggio e la capacità di adattamento dei personaggi. Verne unisce elementi educativi con il gusto dell’esplorazione, creando un racconto che alterna momenti di tensione, episodi divertenti e lezioni...

Maureen Lipman and Patrick Barlow star in a full-cast dramatisation of the classic children's tale. When Dorothy and her dog, Toto, are whisked away from Kansas by a cyclone, they arrive in the strange land of the Munchkins. Setting off on a magical journey, they are befriended by the Tinman...

In an era of fake news and new fault lines in global politics, millions of listeners turn to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme each morning to help them make sense of the world around them. The first ever book from the iconic programme marks 60 years of programming with 60 world-changing stories. Covering everything from the fall of the Berlin Wall and the Anti-Apartheid Movement to the emergence of Brit Art and space exploration, artificial intelligence and machine learning, Today explores events as they happened and reveals how they changed the world around us.

Mairead Robinson talks to authors on their latest publications

Let’s be honest is a podcast of honest views and topics people don’t talk about

Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe follows the story of a young Englishman who defies his father’s wishes and embarks on a sea voyage. After a shipwreck, he becomes stranded on a deserted island, where he must learn to survive alone. Over the years, he builds shelter, grows food, and tames animals. His solitude ends when he rescues a native, Friday, from cannibals. Together, they defend the island and eventually escape. The novel explores themes of survival, self-reliance, and civilization, making it a timeless adventure classic. Summary by Dream AudioBooks

The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe (of York, Mariner Who lived Eight and Twenty Years all alone in an un-inhabited Island on the Coast of America, near the Mouth of the Great River of Oroonoque; Having been cast on Shore by Shipwreck, where in all the Men perished but Himself. With An Account how he was at last as strangely deliver'd by Pyrates) is a novel by Daniel Defoe, first published in 1719 and sometimes regarded as the first novel in English. The book is a fictional autobiography of the title character, an English castaway who spends 28 years on a remote ...

Kevin Hart presents comedy club legend Keith Robinson, who brings his in-your-face style to everything from the moment he stopped liking his own son to the real reason why Obama was elected. It's everything you might expect from the man who taught Kevin Hart how to be a comedian.

Young Robinson Crusoe has a burning ambition to be a sailor. Paying no attention to his parents’ warnings he runs away to sea to embark on a series of thrilling adventures: struggles with Barbary pirates, a shipwreck and the extraordinary meeting with Man Friday... Roy Marsden plays the older...

Welcome to Whatchu Thinkin’; Salon Talks with Sy Robinson, where we indulge in candid discussions about a wide range of topics, covering everything that can be discussed in the salon. Join us as we dive into thought-provoking conversations that touch on various aspects of life, from personal experiences to current events. Consider this podcast as a form of therapy, where we not only explore hair-related topics but also delve into deeper subjects that can help you reflect, grow, and find inspiration. Get ready to engage in meaningful conversations that will leave you feeling enlightened and ...

In this podcast, the author of The Opalstar Chronicles will be reading chapters from Book 1 of the series: "The Boy Named Topaz", as well as sharing thoughts and inspirations that have helped create the narrative.

A brief, child-friendly summary of Robinson Crusoe’s iconic adventure, shipwreck, survival, and solitude. A great intro to a classic. Discover hundreds of ad-free audiobooks, soothing sounds for sleep and meditation, and more—unwind and learn at www.adfreebooks.com!

Experience King Lear as a powerful full-cast drama with entertaining and enlightening commentary that explains what's what and who's who as the plot unfolds. To help you get the most out of Shakespeare, the narrator offers historical insights and background information, so you can enjoy the jokes, appreciate the references, and get a real sense of Shakespeare's world.

Dave Mather and Pete Robinson stop off for a short chat and a song whilst touring the best folk clubs around the UK - virtually.

Islas de Robinson propone un recorrido musical desde los 60 hasta nuestros días.

A young orphaned boy, shunned by aristocrats, finds strength through resilience and a loyal dog named Fox. Inspired by Robinson Crusoe, he carves out a life on the streets of Paris, demonstrating the virtues of industry, perseverance, and independence.