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SEA STORIES tells the entire tale. You will find excerpts of some of the most famous nautical stories of all time. Most of us have passed through a period of life during which we have ardently longed to be, if not actually a rover, a buccaneer, or a pirate, at least and really a sailor!

Marshall Bill Stone und sein Deputy Jeremiah Sanderson wollen den gesuchten Verbrecher George Turner ausliefern. Doch als sie in dem kleinen Ort in Dustville ankommen, bekommen sie es plötzlich mit lebenden Toten zu tun. Für sie und die restlichen Überlebenden kommt es zu einem Kampf auf Leben und Tod gegen die Untoten.

This is the audio program to play at home over Christmas or during the car journey to see relatives. Dylan Thomas, "The Little Match Girl," and "The Nutcracker" are read by Jenny Agutter with accompanying Tchaikovsky's music - this is a must for Christmas. It contains new recordings as well as some of the finest tracks from the Naxos AudioBooks catalogue.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. This decade is resplendent with literature and its many prodigiously talented authors who write on as varied a range of subjects as might be thought possible. Yet each is studded with careful literary precision and narrative verve. It is a remarkable decade.

Pool Hall buddies discover one of their bunch is harboring a visitor from Mars ... huh? And they try to enlist the help of Saul Bellow? Read this short story to find out what happens. A part of the Anthroposophical Fantasies series.

Mysteries Unlimited Dive into the enigmatic world of the unexplained with "Mysteries Unlimited," a captivating compilation of stories that will both inform and entertain. From chilling bigfoot encounters deep in the wilderness to eerie UFO sightings that defy logic, this collection brings together the most fascinating tales of the unexplained. Explore the haunting cases of missing persons that baffle investigators, uncover the secrets of lost treasures hidden in remote locations, and brace yourself for the raw power of nature with a harrowing bear attack story. Each narrative is ...

Anthroposophy, also known as Spiritual Science, is not known for fantastic literature, or fiction at all. So how can stories with titles like “Life on Mars,” or “The Girl in the Floppy Hat,” or “To Hunt a Nazi” qualify as anthroposophical. They do not … until now. Therefore, this book is groundbreaking. You may smile at times, even laugh; other stories may cause a lump in your throat, perhaps even a tear or two. Oh, and by the way, fundamentalists are advised not to partake of this fantastical frosting on their anthroposophical cake. Here, then, are thirteen provocative, ...

Man schreibt das Jahr 1327 Neuer Galaktischer Zeitrechnung. Nach einem tragischen Unfall stößt Perry Rhodan auf ein gigantisches Raumschiff unbekannter Herkunft. Mit einem kleinen Team dringt er in das Schiff vor - und kommt dabei einem Exodus auf die Spur, der über 50.000 Jahre vor unserer Zeit im sagenumwobenen Lemuria seinen Ausgang genommen hat. Doch was ist das Ziel dieser Reise?

Thomas Frank and Martin Boehme discuss productivity, personal finance, their weird llama obsession, and other interesting things. New episodes every other week.

An exceptional collection of strange and uncanny tales which cast various slants on that most grisly of events, the execution.

In Wind in the Willows, a collection of enchanting sketches from 1899, the author shares the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his lifelong journey. With a deft hand, he captures the mesmerizing tales of whales, sharks, and other deep-sea creatures, inviting shore-dwellers to experience the oceans wonders. These vivid Idylls, as he calls them, are some of the most striking depictions of the sea ever penned. Only a true sailor, who has navigated its vastness and mysteries, can truly appreciate its charms. Bullens writing, rich in scientific insight yet imbued with a sense...

Discover a tale of serendipity and insight with "We Are the Lucky Ones …". This engrossing narrative unravels the life of "Z", who navigates the vibrant yet challenging landscapes of the airline industry across various countries, only to be profoundly touched by the philosophical teachings of anthroposophy. This manuscript, stumbled upon unexpectedly by a young boy, offers more than just a personal memoir; it is an invitation to explore deeper existential insights and the fortunate realization of being part of something larger. Perfect for readers seeking a story that combines worldly ...

The author of the J R Murders remembers his own childhood in Brooklyn when Jackie Robinson was a godly brown figure in a Dodgers uniform – before the Dodgers absconded to Los Angeles, where the outfield pebbles were known to be small but made of gold. It hadn't been easy for Jackie as the first Black (Negro then) to play in the major leagues. Branch Rickey, the owner of the Brooklyn Dodgers, knew what he was getting into and once decided, he went full speed ahead. Read the story here about how two other Negro players with the initials J R and who also played on Negro League teams, were ...

Tödlicher Knoblauch - 28 skurrile Kürzestgeschichten. Die Printausgabe des vorliegenden Hörbuchs erschien im August 2025 unter dem Titel "Tödlicher Knoblauch" als Nr. 91 in der Reihe "Phantastische Miniaturen" in der Phantastischen Bibliothek Wetzlar.

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Teaching at a school in a favela, or slum, in Brazil is no easy task, but when black magic enters the picture, things get out of hand ... especially when it involves your own children. A part of the Anthroposophical Fantasies series of short stories.

Frank Thomas Bullen (April 5 1857 - March 1 1915), British author and novelist, was born of poor parents in Paddington, London, on 5 April 1857, and was educated for a few years at a dame school and Westbourne school, Paddington. In 1869 he went to sea and travelled to all parts of the world. OUR FIRST WHALE: Simultaneous ideas occurring to several people, or thought transference, whatever one likes to call the phenomenon, is too frequent an occurrence in most of our experience to occasion much surprise.

Don’t let the noise bury the lead. Join our round table discussion each and every week as kglobal brings you one smart take on a major communications story from the week that was. We read between the lines so you don’t have to and unpack the strategy – or lack thereof – behind the news. Into Focus is produced by kglobal and hosted by kglobal Chief Creative Officer and resident podcaster Tom Frank. Listen to a new episode every week and check us out on Instagram and LinkedIn for smart takes in the world of consulting, creative, and communications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

What really goes on inside a college basketball program? The Juniata Men’s Basketball Show gives you an all-access pass. Hosted by lifelong friends Tom Frank, Drew “Biz” Besket, and Head Coach Greg Curley—a 23-year veteran with 300+ wins—the show pulls back the curtain on Juniata Men’s Basketball like never before. From locker-room leadership and player development to recruiting, alumni stories, and the day-to-day challenges of running a Division III program, nothing is off-limits. You’ll hear directly from players, parents, alumni, and a coach who’s seen it all—wins, losses,...

Spannende Geschichten, klare Meinungen und ganz viel Leidenschaft für den Fußball - In „Glanzparade – die Show mit Buschmann, Fuss und Wagner“ sprechen die drei Grandseigneurs der Sportberichterstattung über die heißesten Themen auf- und abseits des Rasens. Die komplette Sendung zum Nachhören gibt es hier als Sky Podcast. Falls Du Lust auf noch mehr spannende Sport-Talks hast, findest Du alle Sky Sport Podcasts hier: Mia san vier - der FC Bayern Podcast von Sky Sport https://mia-san-vier-der-fc-bayern-podcast-von-sky-sport.blogs.audiorella.com Auffe Süd - der BVB-Podcast von Sky ...