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This Audiobook contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names Dracula [Washington Irving] The Dunwich Horror [H. P. Lovecraft] The Legend of Sleepy Hollow [Washington Irving] Frankenstein [Mary Shelley] Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde [Robert Louis Stevenson] A Halloween Wraith [William Black] The Turn of the Screw [Henry James] The Raven [Edgar Allan Poe] Carmilla [Joseph Thomas Sheridan Le Fanu ] The Phantom of the Opera [Gaston Leroux] Also Available 10 Masterpieces ...

James W. C. Pennington presents a gripping and inspiring account of courage and resilience in The Fugitive Blacksmith. This audiobook tells the story of Pennington’s own life—born into slavery, he overcame immense hardship to gain freedom, education, and a voice as a writer and abolitionist, offering listeners a firsthand perspective on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in the 19th century.Pennington’s narrative is both compelling and...

In "The Fugitive Blacksmith," James W. C. Pennington weaves a compelling narrative that explores themes of freedom, identity, and resilience against the backdrop of 19th-century America. This poignant novel, rich in emotional depth and historical detail, chronicles the life of a free Black man who escapes the shackles of slavery, using his skills as a blacksmith to forge not only metal but also his destiny. Pennington's prose blends vivid imagery with stark realism, evoking the struggles o...

Pennington shares his early life on a Maryland plantation, detailing the harsh realities and inhuman treatment he endured. After a courageous escape, he describes his trials and encounters as he moved northward, risking recapture in his pursuit of freedom. Pennington vividly portrays his transformation from a blacksmith to a respected minister and intellectual, despite the immense obstacles faced by formerly enslaved individuals in a prejudiced society.Pennington’s narrative transcends his...

The dark side of our society is everywhere. Whether or not we are aware that it exists, it has an impact on our lives, our dreams and our ability to achieve.People who have been able to master the techniques of dark psychology, and discover the hidden techniques of manipulation have experienced tremendous results throughout their lives. Not only have they used the techniques of dark psychology to remove the obstacles that prevent them from achieving success, but they have used the ...

It is quite likely that the "Village Blacksmith" will not suit the taste of some of our friends -- he does not suit our own exactly; but he pleases a great many people, as is evident from the fact that a great many editions of his Life have been issued in Great Britain and in the United States. Perhaps some of the incidents recorded by his biographer will stumble the faith of the reader; but we have been assured by some who had personal acquaintance with Mr. Hick -- among...

"Native American Studies" is an interdisciplinary collection which examines the history, culture, religion and language of indigenous people in North America. This meticulously edited collection explores the life of the biggest Native American tribes; including: Cherokee, Iroquois, Sioux, Navajo, Zuñi, Apache, Seminole and Eskimo. Contents: History: The North American Indian The Cherokee Nation of Indians The Seminole Indians of Florida The Central Eskimo The Siouan Indians Calendar Histor...

In "The Essays of Adam Smith," an influential collection of his essays written during the 18th century, Smith explores a range of topics, from moral philosophy to economics and the nature of human relationships. His prose is characterized by clarity and eloquence, reflecting the Enlightenment ideals of reason and empiricism. These essays are foundational texts in both moral philosophy and economic theory, merging his philosophical inquiries with practical considerations of trade and commer...

This autobiography recounts Pennington’s escape from slavery and his transformation into a minister, scholar, and abolitionist. The narrative combines personal struggle with intellectual growth, illustrating how education and faith became tools of liberation. It stands as a testament to resilience and moral courage in the fight against slavery.

A biography of the first credentialed African American physician in the United States, a vital nineteenth-century abolitionist and statesman.The heart of the whites must be changed, thoroughly, entirely, permanently changed . . . and men, colored men, must go to work to produce that conviction—of the eternal equality of the Human Race—which is the first principle of good government—of Bible politics. This must be done, but how?Dr. James McCune Smit...

E-artnow present the anthology of the most impactful slave narratives. The collection includes the memoirs, letters and biographies of former slaves, with the thousands of recorded interviews made in the South until 1970s: Frederick Douglass: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave Life and Times of Frederick Douglass My Bondage and My Freedom Harriet Jacobs: Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Harriet: The Moses of Her People Booker T. Washington: Up From Slavery ...