Ancient & Classical in Literary Theory & Criticism & Fiction & Literature Audiobooks

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Penelope’s Bones

A New History of Homer’s World through the Women Written Out of It

by Emily Hauser ...

Narrated by Emily Hauser ...

Unabridged

16 hours 22 min

Weaving together literary and archaeological evidence, Emily Hauser illuminates the rich, intriguing lives of the real women behind Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey**.**Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scor ... Read more

$27.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Weaving together literary and archaeological evidence, Emily Hauser illuminates the rich, intriguing lives of the real women behind Homer’s Iliad and Odyssey**.**Achilles. Agamemnon. Odysseus. Hector. The lives of these and many other men in the greatest epics of ancient Greece have been pored over endlessly in the past three millennia. But these are not just tales about heroic men. There are scor
... Read more
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Mythology

by Edith Hamilton ...

Narrated by Suzanne Toren ...

Unabridged

14 hours 34 min

Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends—perfect for curious readers and academics alike.Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human ... Read more

$41.99 CAD

Dive into the timeless tales of gods and heroes in this bestselling A-to-Z encyclopedia detailing classic myths and legends—perfect for curious readers and academics alike.Edith Hamilton's mythology succeeds like no other book in bringing to life for the modern reader the Greek, Roman and Norse myths that are the keystone of Western culture-the stories of gods and heroes that have inspired human
... Read more
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Greek Mythology: The Gods, Goddesses, and Heroes Handbook

From Aphrodite to Zeus, a Profile of Who's Who in Greek Mythology

by Liv Albert ...

Narrated by Liv Albert ...

Unabridged

4 hours 56 min

Finally sort out who’s who in Greek mythology—from gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everyone in between!Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from Greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who’s who in classical lore!In Greek ... Read more

$24.99 CAD

Finally sort out who’s who in Greek mythology—from gods, goddesses, heroes, monsters, and everyone in between!Greek mythology continues to appear in popular movies and books today but have you ever wondered about where these characters started out? Discover the origins of your favorite characters from Greek mythology with this collection of profiles to tell you who’s who in classical lore!In Greek
... Read more
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Discourses and Selected Writings

by Epictetus ...

Narrated by Richard Goulding ...

Unabridged

8 hours 51 min

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by Richard Goulding, best known for Me Before You, The Iron Lady and The Windsors.Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD. His animated discussions were celebrated for their rhetorical wizardry and were written down by Arrian, his most famous pupil. Together ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by Richard Goulding, best known for Me Before You, The Iron Lady and The Windsors.Epictetus, a Greek stoic and freed slave, ran a thriving philosophy school in Nicropolis in the early second century AD. His animated discussions were celebrated for their rhetorical wizardry and were written down by Arrian, his most famous pupil. Together
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An Odyssey

A Father, a Son, and an Epic

by Daniel Mendelsohn ...

Narrated by Bronson Pinchot ...

Unabridged

10 hours 37 min

**Named a Best Book of 2017 by NPR, Library Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, and NewsdayA Kirkus Best Memoir of 2017Shortlisted for the 2017 Baillie Gifford PrizeFrom award-winning memoirist and critic, and bestselling author of The Lost: a deeply moving tale of a father and son's transformative journey in reading--and reliving--Homer's epic masterpiece.**When eighty-one-year-old Jay ... Read more

$27.99 CAD

**Named a Best Book of 2017 by NPR, Library Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, and NewsdayA Kirkus Best Memoir of 2017Shortlisted for the 2017 Baillie Gifford PrizeFrom award-winning memoirist and critic, and bestselling author of The Lost: a deeply moving tale of a father and son's transformative journey in reading--and reliving--Homer's epic masterpiece.**When eighty-one-year-old Jay
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The Book of Taliesin

Poems of Warfare and Praise in an Enchanted Britain

by Taliesin ...

Narrated by David Sibley ...

Unabridged

6 hours 16 min

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by David Sibley, best known for Henry V, War & Peace and Silent Witness. This definitive recording is translated by, and includes an introduction by Gwyneth Lewis and Rowan William.Taliesin's is one of the most important names in all Welsh literature - and one of its greatest mysteries. He has fascinated and inspired some of our greatest ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by David Sibley, best known for Henry V, War & Peace and Silent Witness. This definitive recording is translated by, and includes an introduction by Gwyneth Lewis and Rowan William.Taliesin's is one of the most important names in all Welsh literature - and one of its greatest mysteries. He has fascinated and inspired some of our greatest
... Read more
Audiobook

The Last Days of Socrates

by Plato, Christopher Rowe ...

Narrated by Justin Avoth, Laurence Dobiesz ...

Unabridged

6 hours 35 min

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by Justin Avoth and Laurence Dobiesz. This definitive recording includes an introduction by Christopher Rowe read by Justin Avoth.'Consider just this, and give your minds to this alone: whether or not what I say is just'Plato's account of Socrates' trial and death (399 BC) is a significant moment in Classical literature and the life of ... Read more

$23.99 CAD

Brought to you by Penguin.This Penguin Classic is performed by Justin Avoth and Laurence Dobiesz. This definitive recording includes an introduction by Christopher Rowe read by Justin Avoth.'Consider just this, and give your minds to this alone: whether or not what I say is just'Plato's account of Socrates' trial and death (399 BC) is a significant moment in Classical literature and the life of
... Read more
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Woodland Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland

narrated by the author

by Lisa Schneidau ...

Narrated by Lisa Schneidau ...

Unabridged

6 hours 17 min

Once upon a time, most of Britain and Ireland was covered in woodland. Many of the trees have been cleared, but our connection with the wildwood remains. It is a place of danger, adventure and transformation, where anything could happen. Here is a collection of traditional folk tales of oak, ash and thorn, of hunting forests and rebellion, timber and triumph in battle, wild ghosts and woodwoses. ... Read more

$15.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Once upon a time, most of Britain and Ireland was covered in woodland. Many of the trees have been cleared, but our connection with the wildwood remains. It is a place of danger, adventure and transformation, where anything could happen. Here is a collection of traditional folk tales of oak, ash and thorn, of hunting forests and rebellion, timber and triumph in battle, wild ghosts and woodwoses.
... Read more
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50 Bedtime Stories for 9-12-Year-Olds -Tales of Imagination, Creativity, and Life Lessons

Morale Stores for Kids 9-12years old that teaches values such as kindness, honesty, bravery, perseverance and more.

by Julian Gaetana Andres ...

Narrated by Digital Voice Madelyn G ...

Unabridged

47 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.50 Bedtime Stories for 9-12-Year-Olds :Tales of Imagination, Creativity, and Life LessonsMorale Stores for Kids 9-12years old that teaches values such as kindness, honesty, bravery, perseverance and more.Embark on a magical journey filled with wonder, creativity, and valuable life lessons in "50 Bedtime Stories for 9-12 Years Old: Tales of Imagination, ... Read more

$10.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.50 Bedtime Stories for 9-12-Year-Olds :Tales of Imagination, Creativity, and Life LessonsMorale Stores for Kids 9-12years old that teaches values such as kindness, honesty, bravery, perseverance and more.Embark on a magical journey filled with wonder, creativity, and valuable life lessons in "50 Bedtime Stories for 9-12 Years Old: Tales of Imagination,
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CELTIC MYTHOLOGY

A Compelling Path Retracing Celtic Mythology. From Celtic Gods & Goddesses to Heroes and Legendary Creatures. Tales of Myths & Legends, Sagas, and Beliefs

by NEIL LEWIS ...

Narrated by Perdens Studio ...

Unabridged

4 hours 11 min

Explore the Legendary Mythos and Fantastical Stories of one of the World’s Oldest Mythologies, Celtic!The ancient, mysterious Celtic people left behind little evidence of their way of life, but their vibrant folklore and stories resonate throughout the ages to inspire and intrigue people to this very day. Inside this gripping audiobook, you’ll be taken on a journey through time to the legends of ... Read more

$20.54 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Explore the Legendary Mythos and Fantastical Stories of one of the World’s Oldest Mythologies, Celtic!The ancient, mysterious Celtic people left behind little evidence of their way of life, but their vibrant folklore and stories resonate throughout the ages to inspire and intrigue people to this very day. Inside this gripping audiobook, you’ll be taken on a journey through time to the legends of
... Read more
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Norse Mythology

Timeless Tales of Norse Myths - Sagas & Legends of Gods, Goddesses, Giants, Heroes, Magical Creatures and Viking Beliefs

by James Gaiman ...

Narrated by Toby Brier, Sara Cooney ...

Series Audiobook 1 - Mythology Series
Unabridged

6 hours 23 min

Do you want to find out the real and fascinating history of the Vikings?Step into the fantastical realm of Norse Gods, Heroes, Giants and Magical Creatures!Uncover the ancient tale of the fortification of Asgard, the Great Kingdom of the Nordic Gods, and the chilling story behind the binding of Fenrir.The incredible story of Loki, <stro... ... Read more

$12.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Do you want to find out the real and fascinating history of the Vikings?Step into the fantastical realm of Norse Gods, Heroes, Giants and Magical Creatures!Uncover the ancient tale of the fortification of Asgard, the Great Kingdom of the Nordic Gods, and the chilling story behind the binding of Fenrir.The incredible story of Loki, <stro...
... Read more
Audiobook

Mythologies of the World: The Great Collection

Classic Stories From the Greek, Celtic, Norse & Egyptian Mythology - Myths and Legends, Rituals and Beliefs of Gods, Giants, Heroes, Monsters and Magical Creatures From the World’s Most Ancient Civilization

by James Gaiman ...

Narrated by Toby Brier, Simon Lewis, Neil Brown, Sara Cooney ...

Series Audiobook 5 - Mythology Series
Unabridged

27 hours 25 min

Are you ready to discover the world's oldest mythologies?We live in a modern world that explains most myths and legends. However, there is still much that cannot be explained. To better understand who we are, it is essential to know where we came from and the cultures of our past.Mythologies of The World succeeds like no other audiobook in bringing to life for the modern listener the Norse, Celtic ... Read more

$23.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Are you ready to discover the world's oldest mythologies?We live in a modern world that explains most myths and legends. However, there is still much that cannot be explained. To better understand who we are, it is essential to know where we came from and the cultures of our past.Mythologies of The World succeeds like no other audiobook in bringing to life for the modern listener the Norse, Celtic
... Read more
Audiobook

Finn McCool

Irish Heroes

by History Nerds ...

Narrated by Theodore Zephyr ...

Series Audiobook 3 - Celtic Heroes and Legends
Unabridged

56 min

Finn McCool is a legendary figure of Irish folklore, known for his bravery and superhuman strength. But who was the real Finn McCool? In this concise history book, you will discover the true story of this iconic hero. From his childhood and his famous battle with the Scottish giant, to his love life and eventual demise, this book tells the tale of one of Ireland's most celebrated characters. ... Read more

$8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Finn McCool is a legendary figure of Irish folklore, known for his bravery and superhuman strength. But who was the real Finn McCool? In this concise history book, you will discover the true story of this iconic hero. From his childhood and his famous battle with the Scottish giant, to his love life and eventual demise, this book tells the tale of one of Ireland's most celebrated characters.
... Read more
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NORSE MYTHOLOGY

A Compelling Path Retracing Viking Mythology & Legacy. From Norse Gods to Heroes. Tales of Viking Myths, Beliefs, Rituals, and Legends

by NEIL LEWIS ...

Narrated by Perdens Studio ...

Unabridged

3 hours 44 min

Unveil the Rich Mythology and Classic Tales from the Infamous Viking Warriors.The Norse are a legendary people who ruled the seas across Scandinavia and Europe with an iron fist, making their place in history as a race of terrifying warriors with unending bravery and skill in combat. Their tales of raiding and pillaging brought with them a powerful and gripping mythos, detailing all-powerful Gods, ... Read more

$17.80 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Unveil the Rich Mythology and Classic Tales from the Infamous Viking Warriors.The Norse are a legendary people who ruled the seas across Scandinavia and Europe with an iron fist, making their place in history as a race of terrifying warriors with unending bravery and skill in combat. Their tales of raiding and pillaging brought with them a powerful and gripping mythos, detailing all-powerful Gods,
... Read more
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Mythologie Grecque et Romaine

Héros et Demi-Dieux

by Jean Humbert ...

Narrated by Yannick Lopez ...

Abridged

1 hour 42 min

Mythologie Grecque et Romaine : Héros et Demi-Dieux.Conçu comme un guide destiné au plus grand nombre, cet ouvrage avait pour sous-titre "Introduction facile et méthodique à la lecture des poètes." L'objectif de son auteur, Jean Humbert, était d'écrire un livre "qui pût instruire sans ennui, qui fût clair avec décence, où la narration s’animât, et où l’unité de récit, ce point capital, ne fût pas ... Read more

$9.62 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Mythologie Grecque et Romaine : Héros et Demi-Dieux.Conçu comme un guide destiné au plus grand nombre, cet ouvrage avait pour sous-titre "Introduction facile et méthodique à la lecture des poètes." L'objectif de son auteur, Jean Humbert, était d'écrire un livre "qui pût instruire sans ennui, qui fût clair avec décence, où la narration s’animât, et où l’unité de récit, ce point capital, ne fût pas
... Read more
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Mapinguari

O Terror das Florestas Brasileiras

by Vinícius Lescio ...

Narrated by Public Play Editora, Vinícius Lescio, Vinícius Lescio ...

Series series Mapinguari - O Terror das Florestas Brasileiras
Unabridged

15 min

Mapinguari representa os mistérios que permeiam o progresso que destrói as florestas e a conservação delas. O livro aborda as desigualdades sociais entre a cidade e o campo e as diferentes formas de vida entre a devastação da Amazônia e a relação do país com os povos indígenas. ... Read more

$1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Mapinguari representa os mistérios que permeiam o progresso que destrói as florestas e a conservação delas. O livro aborda as desigualdades sociais entre a cidade e o campo e as diferentes formas de vida entre a devastação da Amazônia e a relação do país com os povos indígenas.
... Read more
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Navigating the Stars

Maori Creation Myths

by Witi Ihimaera Smiler ...

Narrated by Witi Ihimaera Smiler ...

Unabridged

18 hours 39 min

From master storyteller Witi Ihimaera, a spellbinding and provocative retelling of traditional Maori myths for the twenty-first century.In this milestone volume, Ihimaera traces the history of the Maori people through their creation myths. He follows Tawhaki up the vines into the firmament, Hine-titama down into the land of the dead, Maui to the ends of the earth, and the giants and turehu who ... Read more

$36.27 CAD

From master storyteller Witi Ihimaera, a spellbinding and provocative retelling of traditional Maori myths for the twenty-first century.In this milestone volume, Ihimaera traces the history of the Maori people through their creation myths. He follows Tawhaki up the vines into the firmament, Hine-titama down into the land of the dead, Maui to the ends of the earth, and the giants and turehu who
... Read more
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Bad Girls of Ancient Greece

Myths and Legends from the Baddies that Started it all

by Lizzy Tiffin ...

Narrated by Madeleine Leslay ...

Unabridged

9 hours

You’ve heard all about the ‘brilliant men’ of ancient myth, but what about the scheming and scandalous women who were so often lost in their shadow?Bad Girls of Ancient Greece contains profiles of wayward wives, mad mothers, scandalous sisters and damsels, that quite frankly, caused others A LOT of stress in the ancient world.With the ever-growing popularity of mythological retellings, Lizzy ... Read more

$34.99 CAD

You’ve heard all about the ‘brilliant men’ of ancient myth, but what about the scheming and scandalous women who were so often lost in their shadow?Bad Girls of Ancient Greece contains profiles of wayward wives, mad mothers, scandalous sisters and damsels, that quite frankly, caused others A LOT of stress in the ancient world.With the ever-growing popularity of mythological retellings, Lizzy
... Read more
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Dawn of Sumerian History and The Origin of Anunnaki Temples, The

by RYAN MOORHEN ...

Narrated by Robbie Smith ...

Unabridged

2 hours 42 min

In their origin, the great cities of the Sumerians were little more than collections of rude huts constructed at first of reeds cut in the marshes and gradually giving place to rather more substantial buildings of clay and sun-dried brick. From the very beginning, the shrine of the Anunnaki Gods played an essential part in the foundation and subsequent development of each center of the population. ... Read more

$7.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

In their origin, the great cities of the Sumerians were little more than collections of rude huts constructed at first of reeds cut in the marshes and gradually giving place to rather more substantial buildings of clay and sun-dried brick. From the very beginning, the shrine of the Anunnaki Gods played an essential part in the foundation and subsequent development of each center of the population.
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Das Märchen vom Rumpelstilzchen

by Gebrüder Grimm ...

Narrated by Claus Vester ...

Series Audiobook 13 - Grimms
Unabridged

8 min

Die Tochter eines Müllers wird vom König gezwungen, Stroh zu Gold zu spinnen. Ein kleines Männchen bietet ihr Hilfe an und fordert dafür ihren zukünftigen Erstgeborenen. Als die Königin das Kind geboren hat, versucht sie, den Namen des Männchens zu erraten, und entgeht durch eine List dem verhängnisvollen Versprechen. ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Die Tochter eines Müllers wird vom König gezwungen, Stroh zu Gold zu spinnen. Ein kleines Männchen bietet ihr Hilfe an und fordert dafür ihren zukünftigen Erstgeborenen. Als die Königin das Kind geboren hat, versucht sie, den Namen des Männchens zu erraten, und entgeht durch eine List dem verhängnisvollen Versprechen.
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Poetics

by Aristotle, S. H. Butcher - translator ...

Narrated by Daniel Dorse ...

Unabridged

1 hour 50 min

Delve into the timeless principles of storytelling and drama with "Poetics" by Aristotle, now available as a captivating audiobook. In this seminal work, Aristotle explores the fundamentals of literature, offering invaluable insights into the art of crafting compelling narratives and engaging characters.Listeners will be enthralled by Aristotle's analysis of tragedy, comedy, and epic poetry, as he ... Read more

$1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Delve into the timeless principles of storytelling and drama with "Poetics" by Aristotle, now available as a captivating audiobook. In this seminal work, Aristotle explores the fundamentals of literature, offering invaluable insights into the art of crafting compelling narratives and engaging characters.Listeners will be enthralled by Aristotle's analysis of tragedy, comedy, and epic poetry, as he
... Read more
Audiobook

Das Märchen vom gestiefelten Kater

by Gebrüder Grimm ...

Narrated by Claus Vester ...

Series Audiobook 10 - Grimms
Unabridged

11 min

Ein Kater, der Stiefel trägt, hilft seinem armen Herrn, ein mächtiger Graf zu werden. Durch Tricks und Klugheit gewinnt er das Vertrauen des Königs und verschafft seinem Herrn Reichtum und Ansehen. ... Read more

$5.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ein Kater, der Stiefel trägt, hilft seinem armen Herrn, ein mächtiger Graf zu werden. Durch Tricks und Klugheit gewinnt er das Vertrauen des Königs und verschafft seinem Herrn Reichtum und Ansehen.
... Read more
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Das Märchen vom Aschenputtel

by Gebrüder Grimm ...

Narrated by Claus Vester ...

Series Audiobook 8 - Grimms
Unabridged

16 min

Ein Mädchen, das von ihrer Stiefmutter und deren Töchtern schlecht behandelt wird, erhält durch einen magischen Baum ein wunderschönes Kleid und tanzt mit dem Prinzen. Am Ende erkennt er sie als seine wahre Braut. ... Read more

$6.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

Ein Mädchen, das von ihrer Stiefmutter und deren Töchtern schlecht behandelt wird, erhält durch einen magischen Baum ein wunderschönes Kleid und tanzt mit dem Prinzen. Am Ende erkennt er sie als seine wahre Braut.
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INTERESTING STORYBOOK FOR INQUISITIVE KIDS AGES 6-10

Amazing and Interesting Stories for Kids with Fun and Joy

by Angela Jenkins ...

Narrated by Annette Martin ...

Unabridged

1 hour 42 min

Are you looking for some interesting bedtime stories?Does your kid love to read fiction?Do you want to develop the reading skill of your kid?If yes, you are going to have this incredible "Interesting Storybook for Inquisitive Kids" to satisfy your kid's curious nature.Stories have always been and will continue to be an integral element of human culture. We learn about one an... ... Read more

$6.99 CAD

Are you looking for some interesting bedtime stories?Does your kid love to read fiction?Do you want to develop the reading skill of your kid?If yes, you are going to have this incredible "Interesting Storybook for Inquisitive Kids" to satisfy your kid's curious nature.Stories have always been and will continue to be an integral element of human culture. We learn about one an...
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