Literary Criticism audiobooks

The Famous Missions of California (UNABRIDGED)

By: William Henry HUDSON

Narrated by: Bonnie Jensen, Jesse Branham, Vicki Lipscomb & ...

Length: 1 hour 34 minutes

Abridged: No

Naturalist William Henry Hudson was born in Argentina of immigrant parents from England, and later settled there. He published books on ornithology and novels, and other books of far ranging interest. This is a short overview, which he calls a sketch, of the California Missions starting with the first travels of Father Junipero Serra to their... Read more

The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 3 (UNABRIDGED)

By: Charles F. Horne

Narrated by: Ruth Balmes, Randal Snyder, Jeffrey Keller & Ja...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

A comprehensive and readable account of the world's history, emphasizing the more important events, and presenting these as complete narratives in the master-words of the most eminent historians. This is volume 3 of 22, covering from 13 to 395 AD. Read more

The Making of a Bigot (UNABRIDGED)

By: Rose MACAULAY

Narrated by: Joseph Willard, Gwendolyn Shoemaker, Dorothy Si...

Length: 7 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

“How various is man! How multiplied his experience, his outlook, his conclusions!”—H. Belloc. “And every single one of them is right.”—R. Kipling. Written while Macaulay worked in the Propaganda Department of the War Office, and reflecting her own mysticism and skepticism of organized religion, The Making of a Bigot follows young Eddy Oliver... Read more

With the Judæans in the Palestine Campaign (Unabridged)

By: John Henry Patterson

Narrated by: Margaret Smith, Scott Yeager, David Solomon & K...

Length: 6 hours 31 minutes

Abridged: No

From the Preface: The formation of a Battalion of Jews for service in the British Army is an event without precedent in our annals, and the part played by such a unique unit is assured of a niche in history owing to the fact that it fought in Palestine, not only for the British cause, but also for the Restoration of the Jewish people to the... Read more

Nell and Her Grandfather (Unabridged)

By: author

Narrated by: Marianne Bullard, Sheri Welch, Rosemary Hunnicu...

Length: 2 hours 8 minutes

Abridged: No

If you have heard of the Dickens novel, The Old Curiosity Shop, and remember Nell Trent, the beautiful and virtuous young girl of "not quite fourteen", an orphan, who lived with her maternal grandfather in his shop of odds and ends, then you will understand that these stories take place in the same time period as the book and have the same... Read more

The Exiles of Florida (Unabridged)

By: Joshua Giddings

Narrated by: Ronnie Parsons, Patricia Riojas, Rebecca Bingha...

Length: 11 hours 27 minutes

Abridged: No

“The Author of the following work has endeavored to give a faithful record of … the Exiles of Florida. Torn from their native land, their friends and homes, they were sold in the markets of Carolina and Georgia. Feeling the hand of oppression bearing heavily upon them, they fled to Florida, and, under Spanish laws, became free. … At a time of... Read more

Colette

By: Michele Roberts

Narrated by: Katherine Anderson

Length: 4 hours 56 minutes

Abridged: No

The power of Colette's work comes from its modernist storytelling.



Colette was a pioneering, groundbreaking modernist writer, but has not always had her originality and worth recognized in Britain. Her work provocatively uses unstable narratives, gaps, silences, fairytale, mythical tropes, and sensual evocations of childhood, sex, and... Read more

The Trojan Women (Unabridged)

By: author

Narrated by: Joseph Bustamante, William Kelley, Bennie Pritc...

Length: 1 hour 42 minutes

Abridged: No

Euripides' play follows the fates of the women of Troy after their city has been sacked, their husbands killed, and as their remaining families are about to be taken away as slaves. However, it begins first with the gods Athena and Poseidon discussing ways to punish the Greek armies because they condoned Ajax the Lesser for dragging Cassandra... Read more

The Cinema of Orson Welles (Unabridged)

By: Peter Bogdanovich

Narrated by: Troy Winslow, Helen Ramos, Eduardo Clark & Jord...

Length: 54 minutes

Abridged: No

Step into the captivating world of cinematic genius with "The Cinema of Orson Welles" audiobook by Peter Bogdanovich. In this immersive exploration, acclaimed filmmaker and author Bogdanovich delves into the life and work of the iconic Orson Welles, offering a compelling narrative that unveils the enigmatic layers of the legendary director's... Read more

The Souls of the Streets and Other Little Papers (Unabridged)

By: ARTHUR RANSOME

Narrated by: Vincent Haines, Patricia Robinson, Barbara Enni...

Length: 52 minutes

Abridged: No

Embark on a captivating auditory journey through the bustling landscapes of Arthur Ransome's "The Souls of the Streets and Other Little Papers (Unabridged)." This audiobook invites listeners to explore the intricate tapestry of urban life as seen through the keen eyes of the renowned author. Ransome, celebrated for his timeless tales, delves... Read more

Sidney Martins Christmas (Unabridged)

By: author

Narrated by: Kenneth Zimmerman, Kelli Swanson, Melissa Brook...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Step into the enchanting world of "Sidney Martin's Christmas (Unabridged)" by Pansy, an audiobook that weaves a heartwarming tapestry of love, faith, and festive magic. Set against the backdrop of a quaint village, the story follows Sidney Martin, a spirited young soul determined to make this Christmas unforgettable. As snowflakes dance in the... Read more

Eyes and No Eyes and Other Stories (Unabridged)

By: Jane Taylor

Narrated by: Alisia Hegyi, Michele Lawson, Diane Weaver & Be...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Whatever will stimulate the observing tendencies of the young cannot but be of value to them. "Eyes and No Eyes" does this in a delightful way. The story is so natural that the child is wrapped up in it, and so it makes a deep impress upon him. Much less could be accomplished by simply telling him to observe, or lecturing upon the value of... Read more

Speeches (Unabridged)

By: Charles Dickens

Narrated by: Ronald Carpenter, Maudie Coleman, Gregory Riley...

Length: 11 hours 2 minutes

Abridged: No

Speeches: Literary and Social is a collection of speeches given by Charles Dickens in various settings, including banquets, public gatherings, and charitable events. It includes Dickens' thoughts on literature, society, and philanthropy, as well as his personal experiences as a writer and public figure. With his signature wit and charm, Dickens... Read more

The Works of Robert G. Ingersoll, Volume 12 - Miscellany (Unabridged)

By: ROBERT G. INGERSOLL

Narrated by: Bertha Adank, Geneva Brady, Jeanne Simmons & Fr...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Enjoy listening to some of The Great Agnostic's fiery articles, speeches and introductory remarks at a variety of banquets, expositions (like the World's Fair), and celebrations in late 1800's America. The controversial Col. Ingersoll was one of the most sought after Toastmasters and speakers in his day, filling great lecture halls before,... Read more

The Last Test (Unabridged)

By: Adolphe Danziger de Castro

Narrated by: Katie Elliott, Crystal Lewis, Willie Abell & Jo...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Step into a world where reality bends and the boundaries between science and the supernatural blur in Adolphe Danziger de Castro's enthralling audiobook, "The Last Test (Unabridged)." In a gripping tale that transcends time and space, listeners will embark on a thrilling journey through the mysterious realms of the unknown. As the protagonist... Read more

Supernatural Horror in Literature (Unabridged)

By: H. P. LOVECRAFT

Narrated by: Lori Fisher, Victoria George, Viola Valliere & ...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

In this essay Lovecraft traces the history of hair-raising fictional stories with a focus on things that go bump in the night, starting with the examples from the Antiquity and ending with a detailed discussion of the works of his contemporaries. Read more

The Shining Pyramid (Unabridged)

By: Arthur MACHEN

Narrated by: Steven Dallas, Dennis Peck, Patricia Garrity & ...

Length: 8 hours 21 minutes

Abridged: No

For the first time ever, the complete contents of both the 1923 and 1925 editions of The Shining Pyramid are brought together in a single collection. Included are stories and essays that showcase the breath and depth of Arthur Machen's skill as both a storyteller and commentator of modern society. The title story is justly regarded as a classic... Read more

The Space-Eaters (Unabridged)

By: Frank Belknap LONG

Narrated by: Tiffany Cantu, Jesse Martinez, Byron Warden & R...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

A tremendous menace closed in upon the earth from outside the solar system—a powerful story of uncanny horror. Frank Belknap Long brings us the first work of cosmic horror within the Cthulhu Mythos not written by H. P. Lovecraft! Read more

Welsh Rarebit Tales (Unabridged)

By: Harle Oren Cummins

Narrated by: Anthony Vala, Edith Orefice, Ronald Parkerson &...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

Ever have a strange dream after a particularly big or heavy meal? Ever write those images down and ahve them published? That's what a certain book club did after an experiment of gastromonical proportions. Each of these odd and troubling tales came from an author who, under the influence of an excessive and savory meal, wrote down the macabre... Read more

Deliver Me from Eva (Unabridged)

By: Paul Bailey

Narrated by: Charlotte Matthey, Pamela Bahena, Virginia Kner...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

When a frequently published writer of historical novels lays a masterpiece of uninhibited, spine-chilling horror on a publisher's desk, the event is as rare and unexpected as angels in hades. And DELIVER ME FROM EVA is as rare as the event-take it from us. The book held our editor spellbound, as it will everyone who reads it. When he'd finished... Read more

Short Ghost and Horror Collection 071 (Unabridged)

By: Washington IRVING

Narrated by: Pamela Turnbow, Lillian Schaefer, Eric Bock & L...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

A collection of twenty stories featuring ghoulies, ghosties, four-legged beasts and things that go bump in the night. Expect shivers up your spine, the sound of a monstrous howl, and the occasional touch of wonder. Read more

Idle Tales (Unabridged)

By: Charlotte Riddell

Narrated by: Richard Harris, Justin Williams, Milan Davis & ...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

These stories are quite captivating hovering between mysteries & ghostly imaginings. The author was an Irish-born lady that seemed to like to write fiction stories that tied into having haunting endings, certainly leaving the reader feeling a bit chilled. Read more

Twilight Stories (Unabridged)

By: SUSAN COOLIDGE

Narrated by: Leona Roe, Leanna Yates, Cynthia Stinson & Mayr...

Length: 3 hours 48 minutes

Abridged: No

A collection of broad-ranging, mostly American stories and poems for children by various authors, including Margaret Sidney, Susan Coolidge, Joaquin Miller, Henry W. Longfellow, and Mrs. Amy Therese Powelson. Each poem or story is followed by an additional short rhyme, drawn from a variety of sources, but not attributed. Topics include history,... Read more

The Doctor's Red Lamp (Unabridged)

By: Charles Wells Moulton

Narrated by: Peggy Johnson, Charles Bloomquist, Amy Schaffer...

Length: TBA

Abridged: No

A fictional series of short stories from various authors, each containing stories of doctors. The compiled set of stories has various ranges, from stories of a sad and tragic ending, to those that have a romantic finish. Read more