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Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator

Welcome to the "Classic Short Stories Audiobook" podcast. Your go-to podcast for diving into the world of classic literature. Each episode brings to life the best short stories and novellas from renowned authors, expanding your literary horizons with timeless tales. Our library is ever-growing, with regular additions of new books to ensure there"s always something fresh for your listening pleasure. Narrated by an advanced AI, our podcast stands out for its consistent and smooth reading style,

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43:28

H. G. Wells - "The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham" -...

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/20

🎧 H.G. Wells - "The Story of the Late Mr. Elvesham" (1896) 🕰️🕯️A dark tale of identity, deception, and a chilling exchange of lives! 🌌✨ Edward Eden, a young and impoverished student, is offered the chance of a lifetime by the wealthy and enigmatic Mr. Elvesham: to inherit his fortune in exchange for becoming his heir. 💼💰 But when Eden wakes up the next morning, he discovers the horrifying truth—his body has been swapped with that of the old man. 🪞👴Trapped in a withering body, Eden realizes

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18:21

H.G. Wells - "The Diamond Maker" - 1895

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/18

🎧 H.G. Wells - "The Diamond Maker" (1895) 💎🕯️A tale of ambition, tragedy, and shimmering mystery! 🌌✨ On a dark and misty evening by the Thames, the narrator encounters a disheveled stranger who claims to have achieved the impossible: creating artificial diamonds. 💎⚗️ But this discovery has come at a great cost—poverty, ruin, and a life on the run from skeptics and swindlers. 🌫️🏚️ Is this man a visionary, cursed by his brilliance, or a desperate fraud? 🤔🔍In this gripping short story, H.G

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25:21

H. G. Wells - "The Remarkable Case of Davidson's...

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/17

🎧 H.G. Wells - "The Remarkable Case of Davidson's Eyes" (1895) 👁️🌊A mind-bending tale of perception and mystery! 🌌✨ Davidson, a man of science, suddenly finds his vision disconnected from his physical surroundings. Instead of seeing his London laboratory, he witnesses a distant and stormy seascape with a desolate shipwreck. 🏴‍☠️🌊Is it a distortion of the mind, or a bizarre scientific anomaly? 🧠🔍 In this gripping short story, H.G. Wells explores the fragile nature of human perception and the

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38:48

H. G. Wells - "The Stolen Body" - 1898

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/17

🎧 H.G. Wells - "The Stolen Body" (1898) 👻🕯️A haunting tale of science, spirit, and possession! 🌌✨ In this chilling short story, two friends dabble in the occult, experimenting with astral projection. When one of them succeeds in leaving his body, a sinister entity seizes the opportunity to possess the now-empty vessel. 😱🌀 Set against the eerie backdrop of Victorian England, this gripping narrative explores the boundaries between the physical and the metaphysical, the known and the unknown

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93:39

Rudyard Kipling - "France at War" - 1915

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/17

🎧 Rudyard Kipling - "France at War" (1915) 🇫🇷⚔️Step into the vivid reflections of renowned author Rudyard Kipling as he chronicles the realities of World War I in France. 🌍📖 This compelling collection of essays, written in 1915, captures the courage of French soldiers and the unwavering resilience of their civilians. 💪 With sharp observations, Kipling paints a portrait of a nation enduring the horrors of war, from shattered landscapes to heroic sacrifices made in the name of civilization

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17:06

H. G. Wells - "The Stolen Bacillus" - 1894

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/17

🎧 H.G. Wells - "The Stolen Bacillus" (1894) 🦠🔬Step into the brilliant mind of H.G. Wells with this sharp and ironic short story about science, deception, and unintended consequences. 🌍📖 In a Victorian-era laboratory, a bacteriologist proudly demonstrates a deadly cholera bacillus to a visitor, unaware that his guest is a radical anarchist with sinister intentions. 🕵️‍♂️💉 As the story unfolds, chaos ensues in the bustling streets of 19th-century London, culminating in a surprising and humorous

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28:22

Rabindranath Tagore - "The Hungry Stones" - 1916

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/11/16

🎥 "The Hungry Stones" by Rabindranath Tagore – A Nobel Laureate’s Timeless Tale! 🏆📖This is a haunting story from the renowned Rabindranath Tagore, the first non-European Nobel Prize winner in Literature. The Hungry Stones, published in 1916, is a blend of mystery, history, and the supernatural. 🏰 Set in an abandoned marble palace, the tale unfolds as a collector of cotton duties encounters the eerie remnants of a bygone era. 👻 Whispers of Persian maidens, unseen footsteps, and strange

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348:31

Willa Cather - Oh Pioneers! - 1913

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/08/01

Willa Cather - "Oh Pioneers!" is a novel, first published in 1913. The story is set in the fictional town of Hanover, Nebraska, at the turn of the 20th century, and follows the life of Alexandra Bergson, the daughter of Swedish immigrants. After her father's death, Alexandra takes charge of the family farm and works tirelessly to transform it into a prosperous enterprise. The novel explores themes of perseverance, the relationship between humans and the land, and the immigrant experience in America

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37:06

Sinclair Lewis - "Speed" - 1919

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/07/23

Sinclair Lewis - "Speed" - 1919 - In this gripping short story set in the 1920s, renowned racer J.T. Buffum is on a high-speed quest to break the cross-country road record from San Francisco to New York. As he tears through a small Nebraska town at two in the morning, the locals eagerly await his arrival, hoping to witness history in the making. Despite a brief mechanical setback in Apogee, Iowa, Buffum's determination and the support of the town’s skilled mechanics keep him on track. Along the way,

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28:47

Sinclair Lewis - "The Cat of the Stars" - 1919

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/07/22

Sinclair Lewis - "The Cat of the Stars":The Cat of the Stars is a fascinating short story about the far-reaching consequences of seemingly insignificant actions. It all starts when young Willis Stodeport pats a kitten named Adolphus Josephus Mudface. This small act sets off a chain of events: a delayed tram, a gambling night for a barber, a botched haircut, and missed business opportunities. Eventually, this series of coincidences leads to an international crisis and changes many lives. A masterful

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271:18

Asataro Miyamori - Tales of the Samurai

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/07/22

Asataro Miyamori - Tales of the SamuraiCONTENTS:Ungo-ZenjiThe Loyalty of a Boy SamuraiKatsuno’s RevengeA Wedding PresentThe Heroism of Torii KatsutakaThe Wrestling of a DaimioThe Story of Kimura ShigenariHonest Kyūsuké

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77:41

DHAMMAPADA - Buddhist Verses

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/07/20

DHAMMAPADA - Buddhist Verses: 📜🧘‍♂️✨ Immerse yourself in the timeless wisdom of the Dhammapada, a collection of Buddhist verses that offer profound insights and guidance. This audiobook brings to life the teachings of the Buddha, providing clarity and inspiration for your journey towards inner peace and enlightenment. Enjoy listening and let these ancient verses guide you to a more mindful and compassionate life.

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53:17

James Francis Dwyer - The bust of Lincoln - 1912

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/05/09

James Francis Dwyer - The bust of Lincoln (1912): In the poignant tale "The Bust of Lincoln," a fragile yet determined young man named John, confined by illness in a stifling room, finds solace and connection through an unlikely medium—a bust of Abraham Lincoln. As winter rages outside, John, grappling with the isolation of his condition, devises a method to communicate with the outside world, specifically with his dear friend Lulu, using the symbolic bust. The story unfolds in a small, snow-bound

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83:27

Franz Kafka - The Metamorphosis

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Franz Kafka - "The Metamorphosis" - is a profound tale that explores themes of alienation, identity, and the human condition. Kafka's celebrated literary style masterfully draws listeners into a bizarre yet strangely relatable universe, where the protagonist, Gregor Samsa, awakens to find himself transformed into a grotesque insect.

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31:27

Franz Kafka - The Great Wall of China

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Franz Kafka - "The Great Wall of China" is a mesmerizing story that interweaves themes of ambition, power, and the enigmatic nature of human endeavor. Kafka's masterful storytelling guides us through a series of reflections and anecdotes related to the construction of the colossal wall, revealing a deeper contemplation of time, authority, and the individual's place in history.

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70:00

Franz Kafka - In The Penal Colony

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Franz Kafka - "In the Penal Colony" is a powerful story that delves into themes of justice, power, and the human psyche. Kafka's distinctive literary style vividly brings to life a haunting world, where an officer and a visitor confront the brutal mechanics of a penal system and its horrifying execution apparatus.

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22:40

Franz Kafka - A Report for an Academy

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Franz Kafka - "A Report to an Academy" is a thought-provoking tale that explores themes of identity, freedom, and the complex nature of human existence. Through the perspective of an ape who has adopted human ways, Kafka masterfully guides us through a series of reflections on adaptation, civilization, and the essence of humanity.

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24:30

Franz Kafka - A Hunger Artist

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Franz Kafka - "A Hunger Artist" is a short story that explores themes of art, suffering, and the often misunderstood nature of the artist's dedication. The tale revolves around a performance artist known for his fasting feats, and his struggle for recognition in a world that cannot grasp the essence of his art.

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20:56

Edgar Allan Poe - Berenice

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/24

Edgar Allan Poe: "Berenice" is a short story that explores themes of obsession, decay, and the grotesque. The tale unfolds as the narrator becomes fixated on the teeth of his beloved cousin, Berenice, leading to a horrifying and unforgettable climax.

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14:30

Edgar Allan Poe - Eleonora

Classic Short Stories - AI Narrator ·

2024/03/23

Edgar Allan Poe - "Eleonora" is a short story that delves into the depths of love and the pain of loss. The story is set in an idyllic and mystical valley, where the narrator recounts his passionate love for his cousin Eleonora, and the profound sorrow that follows her untimely death.

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