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Show Boat

Show Boat

By: Edna Ferber
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Summary
 First published in 1926, Show Boat weaves the rich tapestry of the Hawks-Ravenal family across three generations and the enchanting Cotton Blossom Floating Palace Theatre as it journeys along the Mississippi River and beyond. Spanning the Reconstruction Era of the 1880s to the vibrant Gilded Age and Roaring Twenties, this timeless tale has captivated audiences through its adaptation into a Broadway musical in 1927 and various film versions, including both a silent film and a partial talkie in 1929. Please note, the narrative contains themes of race, particularly anti-Black stereotypes and derogatory language, and it is LibriVoxs policy to present texts as written. - Summary by TriciaG

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    Adventure Club With The Fleet - Ralph Henry Barbour
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    Adventure Club With The Fleet - Ralph Henry Barbour.

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    5 hrs and 42 mins
  • Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton-Oliver Optic

    Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton-Oliver Optic
    Nov 7 2026
    Boat Club; or, The Bunkers of Rippleton by Oliver Optic.

    The Bunkers are a group of rebellious boys who make life miserable for many on the shores of an upstate New York Lake. Captain Sedley's son, Frank, has a run in with the boys and decides to start a boat club for his son and his friends.They learn the operation of the boat, cooperation and discipline. In the course of the story, they also show up the Bunkers.

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    4 hrs and 23 mins
  • Diamond Sutra and Heart Sutra-Unknown

    Diamond Sutra and Heart Sutra-Unknown
    Oct 31 2026
    The "Diamond Sutra and Heart Sutra" offers profound insights into the nature of reality and the practice of compassion, serving as essential texts in Buddhist philosophy. These sutras challenge listeners to explore the concepts of emptiness and the interconnectedness of all beings, making them timeless teachings that resonate deeply in today's world. Their exploration of wisdom and the path to enlightenment encourages a reflective journey that remains relevant for anyone seeking inner peace and understanding. Engaging with these texts invites a transformative experience, reminding us of the enduring power of spiritual inquiry and the pursuit of truth.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
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