Classics audiobooks

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By: Egon Schott

Narrated by: Natascha Husar

Length: 6 hours 49 minutes

Abridged: No

Berichte eines Weltenbummlers, in der Tradition der Indianerromane von Karl May. Read more

A Christmas Carol

By: Charles Dickens

Narrated by: R. Douglas Patten

Length: 3 hours 7 minutes

Abridged: No

Step into the timeless tale of "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, a literary masterpiece that transcends generations with its enchanting blend of redemption, holiday spirit, and ghostly apparitions. Immerse yourself in the haunting journey of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly old man visited by the spectral embodiments of Christmas Past, Present,... Read more

Quicksand

By: Nella Larsen

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 5 hours 46 minutes

Abridged: No

Quicksand is a novel by American author Nella Larsen, first published in 1928. This is her first novel and she completed the first draft quickly. The novel was out of print from the 1930s to the 1970s. Quicksand is a work that explores both cross-cultural and interracial themes. Larsen dedicated the novel to her husband. Discussing the novel,... Read more

Noel Streatfeild: Ballet Shoes & more

By: Noel Streatfeild

Narrated by: Holliday Grainger, Charles Edwards, Abigail Tha...

Length: 4 hours 22 minutes

Abridged: No

Full-cast dramatisations of three of Noel Streatfeild's classic children's books

Rising to fame with her 1936 novel Ballet Shoes, Noel Streatfeild soon became one of the most popular authors of her day. She was one of the first winners of the Carnegie Medal and was awarded an OBE in 1983. She died in 1986, but her stories continue to captivate... Read more

The Buckingham Palace Connection and more

By: Ted Willis

Narrated by: Miriam Margolyes, Maurice Denham, Elizabeth Pro...

Length: 8 hours 59 minutes

Abridged: No

A collection of full-cast dramatisations from the renowned screenwriter and novelist Ted Willis

"There are great actors and intriguing premises in every one of the stories ... If you’d forgotten what an ingenious mind Ted Willis had, and what a gifted writer he was for espionage plots, then this collection is a timely reminder." Entertainment... Read more

Nussknacker und Mäusekönig

By: Ernst Theodor Amadeus Hoffmann & Hörbücher für ...

Narrated by: Yvonne Esins

Length: 2 hours 17 minutes

Abridged: No

Der Nussknacker und der Mäusekönig ist ein zeitloser Klassiker der Weihnachtsliteratur, der uns in eine zauberhafte Welt entführt. E. T. A. Hoffmann erzählt die Geschichte von Marie, einem kleinen Mädchen, das an Heiligabend ein ganz besonderes Geschenk erhält: einen Nussknacker. Doch in der Nacht erwacht der Nussknacker zum Leben und nimmt... Read more

King Solomon's Mines

By: H. Rider Haggard

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 7 hours 29 minutes

Abridged: No

"King Solomon's Mines" is a classic adventure novel written by H. Rider Haggard. The story follows the journey of Allan Quatermain, a hunter and explorer, as he leads a small expedition into the uncharted interior of Africa in search of the legendary diamond mines of King Solomon. The novel was first published in 1885 and has since become one of... Read more

The Mysterious Island

By: Jules Verne

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 18 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

The novel explores the survival and ingenuity of the protagonists as they work together to build a new life on the island. The group consists of Cyrus Smith, an engineer; Gideon Spilett, a journalist; Pencroff, a sailor; Harbert, a young boy; and Neb, a former slave. As they face various challenges, including hostile wildlife and strange... Read more

Sophocles’ Greek Tragedies: A BBC Radio Drama Collection

By: Sophocles

Narrated by: Fiona Shaw, Kristin Scott-Thomas, Kenneth Cranh...

Length: 6 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

A collection of full-cast dramatisations of Sophocles’ finest Greek tragedies

One of the three great tragic playwrights of ancient Greece, Sophocles wrote over 120 plays during his 60-year career, though only seven survive today. The most famous of these are the Theban Plays, all three of which are included in this collection alongside... Read more

Germinal

By: Emile Zola

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 17 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: No

Germinal" is set in the coal-mining region of northern France and revolves around the life of Étienne Lantier, a young miner who becomes involved in the struggles of the working class. The novel explores the harsh working conditions, poverty, and exploitation faced by the miners and their families. As Étienne becomes a key figure in organizing a... Read more

The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County

By: Mark Twain

Narrated by: Mark Bowen

Length: 16 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" is an 1865 short story by Mark Twain. It was his first great success as a writer and brought him national attention. The story has also been published as "Jim Smiley and His Jumping Frog" (its original title) and "The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County". In it, the narrator retells a... Read more

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

By: Mark Twain

Narrated by: Abigail Reno

Length: 7 hours 36 minutes

Abridged: No

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain is an 1876 novel about a young boy growing up along the Mississippi River. It is set in the 1840s in the fictional town of St. Petersburg, inspired by Hannibal, Missouri, where Twain lived as a boy. In the novel Tom Sawyer has several adventures, often with his friend, Huckleberry Finn. Originally a... Read more

Dead Souls

By: Nikolái Gogol

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 13 hours 9 minutes

Abridged: No

"Dead Souls" follows the protagonist, Chichikov, as he travels through the Russian countryside attempting to purchase deceased serfs, or "dead souls," from landowners. In this satirical masterpiece, Gogol explores the flaws and absurdities of Russian society during the 19th century, providing a critical commentary on social and moral issues. Read more

Charles Dickens - Short Stories

By: Charles Dickens

Narrated by: Various

Length: 2 hours 47 minutes

Abridged: No

Step into the enchanting world of Charles Dickens with this captivating digital audiobook collection of short stories.
Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season with 'A Christmas Tree' and explore the warmth and nostalgia of 'A Tale of the Good Old Times.' Delve into the interconnected tales of 'The Holly Tree,' where each branch unveils... Read more

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland - Abridged

By: Lewis Carroll

Narrated by: Gill Mills

Length: 2 hours 20 minutes

Abridged: Yes

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll is a timeless literary classic that transports readers into a whimsical realm of fantasy and imagination. Penned by the English author Charles Lutwidge Dodgson under the pseudonym Lewis Carroll, this enchanting tale was first published in 1865 and has since captivated generations with its... Read more

Lumen

By: J.J. Fischer

Narrated by: Stacey Glemboski

Length: 12 hours 59 minutes

Abridged: No

What if erasing the past cost more than you were willing to pay?
 
Having narrowly escaped their enemies, Sephone, Dorian, and Cass continue their search for the elusive Silvertongue, the only one with knowledge of the Reliquary’s whereabouts. But time is running out for Sephone, and with Dorian accused of high treason, the quest takes on a new... Read more

Just Patty and When Patty Went to College: Two Audiobook Box Set

By: Jean Webster

Narrated by: Rebecca H. Lee

Length: 9 hours 26 minutes

Abridged: No

Patty Wyatt is a fun-loving, headstrong, and intelligent girl who gets herself into mischief and learns valuable lessons, both in and out of the classroom. Now you can hear the complete story in this box set, from Patty’s boarding school days to her college life. Just Patty was masterfully crafted by Jean Webster as a prequel to her classic... Read more

The Best of Katherine Mansfield

By: Katherine Mansfield

Narrated by: Gabrielle de Cuir, Justine Eyre, Nan McNamara, ...

Length: 10 hours 23 minutes

Abridged: No

“But we can’t possibly have a garden-party with a man dead just outside the front gate.”— “The Garden-Party” by Katherine MansfieldSkyboat Media presents The Best of Katherine Mansfield, an original compilation of stories from one of the defining writers of modernist fiction. Katherine Mansfield’s stories shine a light on the duality and the... Read more

The Adventures Of Huckleberry Finn

By: Mark Twain

Narrated by: Sharon Plummer

Length: 8 hours 15 minutes

Abridged: No

Nowadays The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is the most famous and popular novel by an American writer Mark Twain (his real name is Samuel Langhorne Clemens). Huckleberry Finn is a teenager who runs away from his alcoholic father that was constantly beating him. On the way, an escaped black slave Jim, whose master was going to sell him to more... Read more

The Secret Agent

By: Joseph Conrad

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 9 hours

Abridged: No

"The Secret Agent" is a novel written by Joseph Conrad, first published in 1907. The story is set in London in the late 19th century and revolves around the activities of a group of anarchists and a plot to strike a blow against the oppressive government. The central character, Mr. Verloc, is a secret agent tasked with infiltrating the anarchist... Read more

The Vicar of Wakefield

By: Oliver Goldsmith

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 5 hours 50 minutes

Abridged: No

The story revolves around the vicar's family, their trials, and tribulations, including financial difficulties, social challenges, and unexpected twists of fate. Despite the hardships, the vicar remains steadfast in his commitment to his principles and his love for his family. The novel explores themes of resilience, morality, and the importance... Read more

The Beach House in Bar Harbor

By: Amy Rafferty

Narrated by: Ann Richardson

Length: 8 hours 2 minutes

Abridged: No

Grab your tissues and go on a journey to Bar Harbor, by Amy Rafferty, "The Queen Of Gorgeous Clean Mystery Romance" in the Secrets In Maine Series. A heartwarming mystery family saga set in a charming beach resort town in New England. The Beach House In Bar Harbor is a heartwarming tale that follows the story of Thorn Wright, a single father... Read more

The Decameron. Volume II

By: Giovanni Boccaccio

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 14 hours 37 minutes

Abridged: No

"The Decameron" is a collection of novellas by Italian author Giovanni Boccaccio, written between 1348 and 1353. It is a masterpiece of Italian literature and a significant work of early Renaissance literature. The frame narrative of "The Decameron" revolves around ten individuals who flee plague-ridden Florence and take refuge in a villa in the... Read more

The Life and Opinions of Tristram Shandy, Gentleman

By: Laurence Sterne

Narrated by: Jason Smith (Male Synthesized Voice)

Length: 17 hours 10 minutes

Abridged: No

Tristram Shandy is a satirical and experimental work that takes a unique approach to storytelling. Rather than following a linear narrative, the book is a chaotic and digressive account of the life and opinions of its narrator, Tristram Shandy. The novel incorporates various elements, including humorous anecdotes, reflections on philosophy, and... Read more