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Pilgrim's Progress, The

by John Bunyan ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

12 hours 28 min

John Bunyan's classic allegory of the Christian journey of pilgrimage has never lost its power to teach the important truths of Faith. We may prefer our allegories to be a little more sophisticated these days, and feel that characters such as Mr Worldy Wise, Mr Talkative, Giant Despair , Mercy and Great Heart are far from subtle.Yet Bunyan never wanted us in any doubt as to the thrust of his story ... Read more

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John Bunyan's classic allegory of the Christian journey of pilgrimage has never lost its power to teach the important truths of Faith. We may prefer our allegories to be a little more sophisticated these days, and feel that characters such as Mr Worldy Wise, Mr Talkative, Giant Despair , Mercy and Great Heart are far from subtle.Yet Bunyan never wanted us in any doubt as to the thrust of his story
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Lord Peter Views the Body

by Dorothy L. Sayers ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

11 hours 33 min

"Lord Peter Views the Body," first published in 1928, stands as a brilliant testament to Dorothy L. Sayers' mastery of the detective genre. This collection of short stories offers readers an intimate glimpse into the world of Lord Peter Wimsey, one of the most beloved detectives in literary history. With his characteristic charm, incisive wit, and an unerring sense of justice, Lord Peter navigates ... Read more

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"Lord Peter Views the Body," first published in 1928, stands as a brilliant testament to Dorothy L. Sayers' mastery of the detective genre. This collection of short stories offers readers an intimate glimpse into the world of Lord Peter Wimsey, one of the most beloved detectives in literary history. With his characteristic charm, incisive wit, and an unerring sense of justice, Lord Peter navigates
... Read more
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Max Carrados

by Ernest Bramah ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Max Carrados Stories
Unabridged

8 hours 34 min

When Max Carrados first appeared in the pages of Ernest Bramah in 1913, readers were invited to reconsider one of the most enduring assumptions in detective fiction: that seeing is knowing.Carrados is blind. Yet he is never portrayed as diminished. Instead, his lack of sight sharpens the faculties upon which most of us scarcely rely. A faint irregularity in a footstep, the texture of paper beneath ... Read more

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When Max Carrados first appeared in the pages of Ernest Bramah in 1913, readers were invited to reconsider one of the most enduring assumptions in detective fiction: that seeing is knowing.Carrados is blind. Yet he is never portrayed as diminished. Instead, his lack of sight sharpens the faculties upon which most of us scarcely rely. A faint irregularity in a footstep, the texture of paper beneath
... Read more

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White Nights

by Fyodor Dostoyevsky ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

2 hours 2 min

White Nights is one of Dostoyevsky's shorter works told from the standpoint of an ultimate introvert, brought briefly out of his shell by love. It might have been written 170 years ago, but certain aspects of it are very relatable to the modern reader, especially to those of us who gravitate toward solitude and introversion. ... Read more

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White Nights is one of Dostoyevsky's shorter works told from the standpoint of an ultimate introvert, brought briefly out of his shell by love. It might have been written 170 years ago, but certain aspects of it are very relatable to the modern reader, especially to those of us who gravitate toward solitude and introversion.
... Read more
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Wind in the Willows, The

by Kenneth Grahame ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

6 hours 33 min

Although accepted to be a classic of children's literature, Kenneth Grahame's tale of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad is layered with the universal themes of nature, longing, belonging, awe and friendship; all woven around the exciting adventures of the incorrigible Mr Toad and his faithful companion's attempts to tame his wayward spirit. ... Read more

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Although accepted to be a classic of children's literature, Kenneth Grahame's tale of Mole, Ratty, Badger and Toad is layered with the universal themes of nature, longing, belonging, awe and friendship; all woven around the exciting adventures of the incorrigible Mr Toad and his faithful companion's attempts to tame his wayward spirit.
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Kipps

by H.G Wells ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

13 hours 55 min

First published in 1905 Kipps soon became H.G Wells’ most popular novel. It is a rags to riches story of a “simple soul” Arthur Kipps, a naïve young man who finds himself suddenly struggling to keep afloat in the deep waters of unlooked for wealth. He reaches out to those he considers his betters to anchor himself in this new world, so far removed from his relatively humble life of apprentice to a ... Read more

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First published in 1905 Kipps soon became H.G Wells’ most popular novel. It is a rags to riches story of a “simple soul” Arthur Kipps, a naïve young man who finds himself suddenly struggling to keep afloat in the deep waters of unlooked for wealth. He reaches out to those he considers his betters to anchor himself in this new world, so far removed from his relatively humble life of apprentice to a
... Read more
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Selected Short Stories by Saki

by Saki ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

2 hours 12 min

Here are 12 specially selected tales by one of the masters of this miniature art, Saki (H.H Munro). They range from the comic deception of "The Schartz Metterklume Method" to "The Cobweb", a subtle meditation on life, change and death. Also included is Munro's short essay "Birds on the Western Front", a poignant description of some of Nature's response to the devastation of war: written in the ... Read more

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Here are 12 specially selected tales by one of the masters of this miniature art, Saki (H.H Munro). They range from the comic deception of "The Schartz Metterklume Method" to "The Cobweb", a subtle meditation on life, change and death. Also included is Munro's short essay "Birds on the Western Front", a poignant description of some of Nature's response to the devastation of war: written in the
... Read more
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Sign of Four, The

by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Unabridged

4 hours 43 min

Sherlock Holmes makes his second literary appearance in this thrilling novella by Conan Doyle. In addition to a gripping tale of murder, lost treasure and revenge the author begins to flesh out his famous detective, with fascinating insights into his character, habits,methods and philosophy.Simon Hester performs this new reading; the third instalment in the Head Stories Audio complete Sherlock ... Read more

$7.65 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

Sherlock Holmes makes his second literary appearance in this thrilling novella by Conan Doyle. In addition to a gripping tale of murder, lost treasure and revenge the author begins to flesh out his famous detective, with fascinating insights into his character, habits,methods and philosophy.Simon Hester performs this new reading; the third instalment in the Head Stories Audio complete Sherlock
... Read more
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Prisoner of Zenda, The

by Anthony Hope, Anthony Hope, Anthony Hope ...

Narrated by Simon Hester, Simon Hester, Simon Hester ...

Series Audiobook 1 - The Ruritanian Novels by Anthony Hope
Unabridged

5 hours 59 min

Rudolf Rassendyll, a carefree young man, doing all he can to avoid settling down in life, suddenly finds himself in the centre of royal intrigue in which he must play a role that will test all of his bravery and resolve. However his biggest test comes when the choice is between true love and duty.The classic romantic adventure, much imitated but never bettered, beautifully narrated with verve and ... Read more

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Rudolf Rassendyll, a carefree young man, doing all he can to avoid settling down in life, suddenly finds himself in the centre of royal intrigue in which he must play a role that will test all of his bravery and resolve. However his biggest test comes when the choice is between true love and duty.The classic romantic adventure, much imitated but never bettered, beautifully narrated with verve and
... Read more

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Meet Mr Mulliner

by P.G. Wodehouse ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Mr Mulliner Series by P.G. Wodehouse
Unabridged

6 hours 50 min

In Mr Mulliner, P.G Wodehouse (1881 -1975) has created a conduit for all manner of tall tales. The amiable gentleman happily regales the drinkers in the Angler’s Rest Pub with fascinating stories, usually about his own relatives, which range from the somewhat dubious, to the downright unbelievable.Welcome to this eccentric world inhabited by Curates and Bishops high on health tonic, and a lovesick ... Read more

$9.45 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

In Mr Mulliner, P.G Wodehouse (1881 -1975) has created a conduit for all manner of tall tales. The amiable gentleman happily regales the drinkers in the Angler’s Rest Pub with fascinating stories, usually about his own relatives, which range from the somewhat dubious, to the downright unbelievable.Welcome to this eccentric world inhabited by Curates and Bishops high on health tonic, and a lovesick
... Read more
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Blue Fairy Book, The

by Andrew Lang ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Andrew Lang - The Fairy Tale Books
Unabridged

15 hours 9 min

Andrew Lang (1844–1912) in collaboration with his wife Leonora Blanche Alleyne (1851-1933) published The Blue Fairy Book in 1889 and it was to become the first of a series of twenty five collections of fantastical tales from around the world, ending with “The Strange Story Book” published in 1923.In this first collection we find many of the traditional favourites from the “Fairy Tale” world, ... Read more

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Andrew Lang (1844–1912) in collaboration with his wife Leonora Blanche Alleyne (1851-1933) published The Blue Fairy Book in 1889 and it was to become the first of a series of twenty five collections of fantastical tales from around the world, ending with “The Strange Story Book” published in 1923.In this first collection we find many of the traditional favourites from the “Fairy Tale” world,
... Read more
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Princess and the Goblin, The

by George MacDonald ...

Narrated by Simon Hester ...

Series Audiobook 1 - George MacDonald Fantasy Works
Unabridged

5 hours 52 min

The Princess and the Goblin, first published in 1872, is a timeless tale of courage, imagination, and the triumph of light over darkness. Written by George MacDonald, a pioneer of modern fantasy literature, who was to influence both C.S Lewis and Tolkien, this enchanting story has captured the hearts of readers young and old for over a century. It remains one of MacDonald's most celebrated works, ... Read more

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The Princess and the Goblin, first published in 1872, is a timeless tale of courage, imagination, and the triumph of light over darkness. Written by George MacDonald, a pioneer of modern fantasy literature, who was to influence both C.S Lewis and Tolkien, this enchanting story has captured the hearts of readers young and old for over a century. It remains one of MacDonald's most celebrated works,
... Read more

Also available as: eBooks