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In the 21st century we may believe air travel is dangerous. In the era in which Mark Twain lived the same was felt for train travel. However, this short story allows the author to explain why he believed that lying in bed was much more dangerous and why he would by accident insurance whenever he was home, but felt entirely safe on the road. The train agent in the story may have wished he had never asked the author a question.

If you've ever felt a primal urge to eradicate a snake that disrupts your evening walk then this short story from acclaimed author Stephen Crane will make sense. The adrenaline and fear many experience comes through loud and clear, "Beware, beware, beware."

Tweedle Dee and brother Dum recited a bit of Wonderlandic poetry. Nonsensical? Yes, but this is a brilliant sample of the world Alice found herself. If there is a moral to this delightful poem it may be that it is not wise to be an oyster. On second thought, perhaps there is no discernible moral - just smile worthy fun.

What would the diary of Adam and Eve look like? What would the world look like to the first inhabitants of earth? Imagine Mark Twain guessing. This is the result of a fictitious romp through the Garden of Eden and beyond. This delightful trip takes a look at things through the eyes of both Adam as well as Eve.

"The True Story" shares what Twain describes as a "word for word" account of a story he heard from a former slave woman. Aunt Rachel seemed the happiest of women, yet the audience is taken to the auction block, the loss of husband and children, and the inhumanities of her early life. From slavery to freedom you'll catch a glimpse of the difficult journey of Aunt Rachel.

A Margery story. The storyteller interacts with a very young niece. No matter how he thinks to convince Margery that he needed a nap she refuses to follow. If you’ve ever had a child who asks lots of questions and dreams up new ways to command your attention you will identify with the trials of the storyteller. A short story from the mind of Winnie the Pooh creator A.A. Milne.

A good horse has an amazing effect on a rider – even if the rider knows nothing of horses. Our storyteller would make up whatever he needed to in order to keep the horse. He even kept his military mustache if it meant he could continue a companionship with Toby. Filled with a patchwork of humor from the mind of A.A. Milne, the author of Winnie the Pooh.

In an age where being an apprentice was normal the storyteller has the opportunity to discuss a new writing by 13-year-old Bobby. The conversation inspires the storyteller to complete his own version of the story. The result should bring a smile. Is it possible soap operas came from this short story conversation with the young writer? Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

A Margery story. The storyteller interacts with his niece who is just learning to speak. For his own benefit he is quick to interpret the word Gorkey - which apparently has more than one meaning. Relatable humor in this delightful shot story from the mind of Winnie the Pooh creator A.A. Milne.

When you find yourself in the company of one who knows very little, but thinks they are an expert you may be comfortable with the storyteller in this delightful short tale from A.A. Milne, the author of Winnie the Pooh. In this tale, the storyteller fancies himself an expert gardener. You may leave with other opinions. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

Perhaps there is a knack to being able to talk coherently to a two year-old, but this skill is lost on the storyteller in this highly relatable and humorous short story from the creator of Winnie the Pooh. Narrated by Glenn Hascall.

This is the story of Chum, a dog of incredible mischief and personality. Trying to find a new home for Chum is the prime objective of this tale. Is the storyteller the gardener, a son, or perhaps a neighbor? While we may never know it would seem he had more in common with the hapless dog, Chum, than we may suspect at first. A delightful short story from Winnie the Pooh author, A. A. Milne.

In an age of health reform it is still common for some to resist visiting a doctor. Follow this fun story from Winnie the Pooh creator A.A. Milne as a man visits the doctor and is as nervous as a cat on his last life. From his answers to actions this patient is as misunderstood as he was annoying to the doctor. This is a humorous short story through and through and delightfully relatable.

The award-winning author of Winnie the Pooh takes a look at what struggles one might face trying to gain weight and leaves the listener to wonder if our hero has actually gained any weight at all.

Before there was 'mall watching' there was Nathaniel Hawthorne. Watching a poor apple seller at the local railroad allows the author to share how he became connected to the old man and what he learned from him. There is no indication that the author actually spoke to the man, but you may just leave empathizing with a man observed.

"Geoffrey's Panklaggephone" is the equivalent of a sponge – for sound. This short story from humorist Ellis Parker Butler demonstrates that even the best inventions will have their quirks. Sometimes those quirks can make the invention useful in an application no one suspected.

Sherlock Holmes faced his nemesis Professor James Moriarty, but O. Henry’s Shamrock Jolnes faced the murderer Avery Knight. Is it possible Knight could use deductive reasoning better than the great New York detective? This delightful parody mirrors Doyle’s Holmes, but adds some well-placed humor.

If you've ever wondered what a tale of knights and dukes would look like through the mind of humorist Mark Twain? Travel back in time to the 1200s. Twain starts well setting the scene for a very interesting conflict. How will it resolve - or will it? The ending really shouldn't be a surprise for those who love the careless ease of Twains humor.

Who determines what stops the presses? Enter the world of Mark Twain who was handed an item from an emotional man late one night. The presses were stopped, the item run, and Twain was in trouble with his editor. Enjoy the humor as Twain tries to understand the importance of "Mr. Bloke’s Item".

Have you ever wondered what Mark Twain thought of Ben Franklin? In his typical humorous way Twain dwells on the maxims delivered by Franklin and expressed the lament most boys felt - who could live up to the wisdom of Franklin? In truth, Ben Franklin even poked fun at his own Poor Richard’s wisdom.