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LibriVox volunteers bring you 17 recordings of The Dream by John Donne. This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for July 17, 2011.John Donne was an English poet, satirist, lawyer, and priest who is considered a prominent representative of the metaphysical poets of the period. His works are notable for their mimetic and sensual style and include sonnets, love poetry, religious poems, Latin translations, epigrams, elegies, songs, satires and sermons. His poetry is noted for its vibrancy of language and inventiveness of metaphor, especially as compared to that of his contemporaries. (summary from...

LibriVox volunteers bring you 14 recordings of A Dream by Thomas Frederick Young This was the Fortnightly Poetry project for October 26, 2025. ------ Thomas Frederick Young was a Canadian poet. In the Preface to CANADA AND OTHER POEMS BY T. F. YOUNG. (1887) he writes "Pedantic critics may find fault with my modest productions, and perhaps justly, in regard to grammatical construction, and mechanical arrangement, but I shall be satisfied, if the public discern a vein of true poetry glittering here and there through what I have just written." Our Halloween Fortnightly follows a common theme in ...

At the Mountains of Madness by H. P. Lovecraft is a groundbreaking work of cosmic horror that takes listeners on an unforgettable expedition into the frozen heart of Antarctica. When a scientific research team discovers the remains of an ancient, long-lost civilization buried beneath the ice, curiosity soon gives way to fear as impossible truths begin to emerge. Strange fossils, colossal stone cities, and terrifying evidence of prehistoric life challenge humanity's understanding of history and existence itself. As the explorers venture deeper into the unknown, they encounter unimaginable ...

Olive Schreiner, a pioneering South African writer and intellectual born in 1855 to missionary parents in the Eastern Cape, emerged as one of the earliest advocates for womens rights. Fiercely critical of British Imperialism, she opposed its racist policies toward the Boers, Jews, Indians, and the Black communities of South Africa. Her outspoken support for the Boers led to the burning of her manuscripts and home during the Anglo-Boer War, as well as her internment in a concentration camp for several years. Schreiners debut novel, The Story of an African Farm, published in 1883, became an ...

Summary from A Practical Guide to Self-Hypnosis:This book is written in terms that are comprehensible to the layman. The step-by-step instructions should afford the reader a means of acquiring self-hypnosis. The necessary material is here. The reader need only follow the instructions as they are given. It is the author's hope that you will, through the selective use of self-hypnosis, arrive at a more rewarding, well-adjusted, and fuller life.

This is a collection of 20 stories and/or poems, contributed by Librivox volunteers, pertaining to dreams. ( ~ Michele Fry)

This is a collection of 20 stories and/or poems, contributed by LibriVox volunteers, pertaining to dreams. - Summary by Michele Fry

This is a collection of 20 stories and/or poems, contributed by Librivox volunteers, pertaining to dreams. ( ~ Michele Fry)

Bloomsbury presents Adorned in Dreams: Fashion and Modernity by Elizabeth Wilson, read by Madeleine Leslay When Adorned in Dreams was first published in 1985, Angela Carter described the book as ‘the best I have read on the subject, bar none.’ From haute couture to haberdashery, and...

Uncle’s Dream by Fyodor Dostoyevsky was written following his five year exile to Siberia where he was sent to serve in a hard labor camp. Following what could only have been a harrowing and harsh existence in Russia’s infamous prison for political and social prisoners, one would expect Dostoyevsky’s work to have been dark and bitter. Rather, Uncle’s Dream is a humorous and yet scathing commentary on Russian provincial high-society.The story of elderly Prince K. who comes to visit the town of Mordasoff, lorded over by the imperious Maria Alexandrovna, is one of love, hate, deceit and ...

Explore the whimsical and enchanting world of love, magic, and mischief as inspired by Shakespeare's classic tale of tangled affections and playful spirits. This podcast brings together a rotating collection of full-length audiobooks, each one offering a unique take on the magical interplay between reality and illusion. Every week, a different audiobook is featured, showcasing a variety of perspectives, time periods, and styles. This is not a single narrative but a diverse exploration of stories that captivate and intrigue. Whether you're seeking insight, learning, or a delightful escape, ...

William Wilfred Campbell was a Canadian author and poet. Some of his poems are among the most famous Canadian poems of all time, and many contemporary Canadians interested in poetry may be familiar with one or two of his poems. The rest of his work is not very well-known today - a pitiful oversight. This collection contains 36 of his poems, and may serve as a good reintroduction into Campbell's poetry. - Summary by Carolin

This is a volume of poetry by Rosa Muholland. The poetry in this volume is varied, some read like fairy tales, some have a slightly sinister aspect. All poems share the very skillful execution of the verses, and the beauty of the images they evoke. - Summary by Carolin

The Iliad by Homer is a legendary sonnet set during the Trojan Conflict, zeroing in on the contention between the Greek legend Achilles and the Trojan sovereign Hector. The sonnet starts with Achilles' indignation after his authority, Agamemnon, claims away his reward, the lady Briseis. Achilles pulls out from the fight, prompting Greek misfortunes. As the Trojans, drove by Hector, make strides, Achilles' companion Patroclus wears Achilles' protection and is killed by Hector. Irritated, Achilles gets back to fight, kills Hector, and disrespects his body. At last, Lord Priam of Troy asks ...

This is a volume of poetry by American poet Leigh Gordon Giltner. - Summary by Carolin

UTV-founder and pioneer of the media industry, Ronnie Screwvala is one of India’s most successful first-generation entrepreneurs. An avid philanthropist, he has penned ‘Dream with Your Eyes Open: An Entrepreneurial Journey’ as one of the most inspiring entrepreneurial self-help books. Ronnie provides a relentless pursuit of entrepreneurial glory and describes how others can learn from the same. The book is filled with incidents, thoughts and behind-the-scenes anecdotes of Screwvala’s career that would help young business-oriented minds to gain more knowledgeable insight into the ins ...

Venus in Furs by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch is a psychological novel exploring themes of love, power, and erotic obsession. The story follows Severin, a man who desires to be dominated by the beautiful Wanda von Dunajew. He persuades her to take him as her slave, signing a contract that grants her total control. As Wanda grows more ruthless, Severin realizes the dangers of his fantasies. The novel delves into the complexities of desire, submission, and the shifting dynamics of relationships. It is a key work in exploring masochism, a term later derived from the author’s name. Summary from ...

Haggard's interest in spiritualism and reincarnation underlie this tale of life, death, and "working out [one's] destiny." - Summary by John R Moore

Around the World in Eighty Days is one of Jules Verne's most famous adventure novels and a timeless classic of world literature. First published in 1873, the story follows the remarkable journey of Phileas Fogg, a wealthy and disciplined English gentleman who accepts an extraordinary wager: he must travel around the world in just eighty days.Accompanied by his loyal servant Passepartout, Fogg embarks on a thrilling race against time that takes him across continents, oceans, and cultures. From the bustling streets of London to the exotic landscapes of India, Hong Kong, Japan, and America, every...

Actor and writer Jess Kaplan talks to creatives about rejection - the auditions they didn't book, the projects that fell apart, and the dreams that had to change shape. We're having real conversations - uncomfortable, hilarious, and deeply human - about what happens when our dreams don't go as planned.