E.T.A. Hoffman’s classic children’s tale, The Nutcracker, is perhaps best known as the basis for Russian composer Tchaikovsky’s extraordinarily popular ballet, composed in 1892 and performed throughout the world every year at holiday time.This original tale, written in 1816, tells the story of a seven year old girl, Marie Stahlbaum, and her favorite Christmas toy, a Nutcracker, who comes alive and, defeats the evil Mouse King in battle, and then whisks Mar...

The Cricket on The Hearth. A Fairy TaleChristmas is always perfect time for holiday and reading classic Christmas Stories. May you be reminded of all the most important thing in your life this christmas. And this wonderful collection brings together of classic christmas stories by Frances Browne, Willa Cather, and E.T.A Hoffman. Enjoy the list, and most of all Merry Christmas to all..Share Joy Happiness to people you care for and get the most of this year Christmas!!Contents:The Christmas ...

Step into a magical world of whimsy and wonder with The Nutcracker and The Mouse King by E.T.A. Hoffman, brought to life by the captivating narration of Luke Oldham. This timeless holiday tale follows Clara on an enchanting journey, where her Nutcracker prince battles the mischievous Mouse King and guides her to a fantastical kingdom filled with dazzling sights and unforgettable characters.Perfect for listeners of all ages, this audiobook captures the joy and mystery of on...

Another collection of great classic novellas by superb storytellers:"Pigeons from Hell" by Robert E. Howard"The Cremona Violin" by E. T. A. Hoffman"Pomegranate Seed" by Edith Wharton"Room Number Ten" by Bessie Kyffin-Taylor"The Screaming Skull' by F. Marion Crawford"The Wolf Book" by Henry Chapman Mercer"Absolute Evil" by Julian Hawthorne"The Legend" by Edith Wharton"The Twins" by Bessie Kyffin-Ta...

Stories included -: Dracula's Guest by Bram Stoker, The Mark Of The Beast by Rudyard Kipling, Aurelia by E.T.A. Hoffman, Mrs. Amworth by E.F. Benson, Ligeia by Edgar Allan Poe.