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Fisherman and his Soul

Fisherman and his Soul

By: Oscar Wilde
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 The Fisherman and his Soul is a captivating fairy tale, first published in November 1891 as part of Wilde’s “A House of Pomegranates.” This enchanting story follows a fisherman who, upon capturing a mermaid, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her. However, to be united with his beloved, he must relinquish his soul, which embarks on its own thrilling adventures. Will their forbidden love withstand the trials that lie ahead? Additionally, this reader has beautifully narrated the other three tales from “A House of Pomegranates,” available in the LibriVox Short Story Collections, volumes 37, 38, and 39. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)Copyright Legends & Fairy Tales Art Christianity Literary History & Criticism Spirituality
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  • 002 - The Fisherman and his Soul Part 2

    002 - The Fisherman and his Soul Part 2
    Dec 3 2025
    The Fisherman and his Soul is a captivating fairy tale, first published in November 1891 as part of Wilde’s “A House of Pomegranates.” This enchanting story follows a fisherman who, upon capturing a mermaid, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her. However, to be united with his beloved, he must relinquish his soul, which embarks on its own thrilling adventures. Will their forbidden love withstand the trials that lie ahead? Additionally, this reader has beautifully narrated the other three tales from “A House of Pomegranates,” available in the LibriVox Short Story Collections, volumes 37, 38, and 39. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)
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    39 mins
  • 001 - The Fisherman and his Soul Part 1

    001 - The Fisherman and his Soul Part 1
    Dec 3 2025
    The Fisherman and his Soul is a captivating fairy tale, first published in November 1891 as part of Wilde’s “A House of Pomegranates.” This enchanting story follows a fisherman who, upon capturing a mermaid, finds himself irresistibly drawn to her. However, to be united with his beloved, he must relinquish his soul, which embarks on its own thrilling adventures. Will their forbidden love withstand the trials that lie ahead? Additionally, this reader has beautifully narrated the other three tales from “A House of Pomegranates,” available in the LibriVox Short Story Collections, volumes 37, 38, and 39. (Summary by Gregg Margarite)
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    41 mins
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