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Dive into a delightful collection of short stories crafted especially for young girls. Featuring timeless tales like The Kings Daughter, The Old Brown House, A Story for School Girls, What One Lie Did, Two Ways of Reading the Bible, Courtesy to Strangers, Live for Something, and Jennie Browning, each story offers a gentle lesson that inspires and entertains. Perfect for sparking imagination and moral reflection in young minds. (Summary by WoollyBee)

Dive into the humorous world of John Colliers Tim Bobbin, a delightful comic dialogue that showcases his unique take on the 18th-century South Lancashire dialect. Join Tummus (Thomas) as he recounts a series of comical misadventures during a trip to Rochdale, all while following an errand for his master. First published in 1746, this engaging text evolved through subsequent editions, featuring an expanded narrative, a preface where Collier critiques publishers who pirated his works, and an enriched glossary. The reading presented here is from the final version of the 1862 edition, which ...

Dive into LibriVox’s Short Story Collection 043, featuring a delightful assortment of 20 captivating short stories in the public domain, expertly narrated by a talented group of LibriVox volunteers.

Dive into a delightful assortment of short humorous tales, each originally published before 1923. These witty works will tickle your funny bone and transport you to a time when laughter was cherished. (Summary by BellonaTimes)

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this ninth installment, youll discover a rich collection of 37 short stories and poems from 31 talented authors, each guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and a chuckle to your heart. Join us for an entertaining journey through the humorous landscape of American literature! (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with the fourth volume of this captivating 10-volume series. Featuring 40 engaging short stories and poems from 33 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and amuse listeners with its rich tapestry of comedic narratives. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with Volume 10 of this captivating series. Featuring an engaging collection of 62 short stories and poems from 42 talented authors, this volume promises to entertain and amuse listeners of all ages. Join us for a journey filled with laughter and insight! (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with this second volume of our captivating 10-part series. Featuring 44 charming short stories and poems from 31 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and bring a smile to your face. Edited by the renowned American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915), this volume is a treasure trove for lovers of humor and storytelling. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this third installment, youll find a collection of 45 engaging short stories and poems from 33 talented authors. This volume promises to entertain and amuse listeners with its rich tapestry of humor. Edited by the renowned American humorist Marshall Pinckney Wilder (1859 - 1915), this series is sure to bring a smile to your face. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into a captivating collection of tales crafted especially for young readers! This volume features enchanting stories from the North, the Rhine, Greece and Rome, as well as tales from the Hudson River and delightful animal fables. Ideal for sparking imagination and wonder, each story is expertly narrated by DrPGould.

Film Reel Rewind: Movie Trailers from the 1980s, Volume 2 includes trailers for the following movies: A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy (1982), Big (1988), Christmas Vacation (1989), Das Boot (1981), Lady Chatterly's Lover (1981), Last Exit to Brooklyn (1989), Man with One Red Shoe (1985), Popeye (1980), Reds (1981), St. Elmo's Fire (1985), Tank (1984), The Color of Money (1986), The Cook, the Thief, His Wife & Her Lover (1989), The Karate Kid (1984), Up the Academy (1980).

Over 50 VERY short stories by classic fairy tale authors including Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Alfred Percival Graves, Watty Piper, and many more! Most stories are under three minutes, and suitable for even those with the shortest attention spans!

Dive into the delightful world of American wit and humor with this first volume of a captivating 10-volume series. Featuring 53 enchanting short stories and poems from 44 talented authors, this collection promises to entertain and amuse listeners of all ages. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this fifth installment, youll discover 43 engaging short stories and poems by 32 talented authors, each brimming with wit and charm. Perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a lighthearted escape, this volume promises to entertain and amuse. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into Volume 2 of this delightful ten-volume collection, showcasing the wit and humor of Americas most beloved wordsmiths. Featuring a rich tapestry of amusing tales, clever observations, and charming anecdotes, this installment includes works from iconic writers like Ambrose Bierce, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Mark Twain, and Bret Harte. Join Lynne Thompson as she guides you through these timeless pieces that continue to tickle our funny bones.

One day, a daring editor may curate a comprehensive anthology that encapsulates the wit and humor found throughout Canadian literature. While this collection does not aim for such lofty aspirations, it does present a delightful selection of works from some of our most celebrated writers. These pieces, familiar to many Canadian readers, are sure to bring a smile and a sense of nostalgia, making them all the more enjoyable.

Dive into a delightful collection of ten comic pieces from the 16th century and earlier, thoughtfully compiled and edited by Frederick Furnivall for private circulation in 1871. Join narrator Grant Hurlock as he brings these humorous gems to life, offering a glimpse into the wit and charm of a bygone era.

Dive into the delightful world of The Wit and Humor of America, a captivating 10-volume series. In this sixth installment, youll discover a curated collection of 55 short stories and poems from 42 talented authors. Prepare to be entertained and uplifted as each piece brings a unique perspective on humor. (Summary by Linette Geisel)

Dive into the enchanting world of King Arthur and his legendary Knights of the Round Table. This captivating collection delves into the timeless tales that have shaped British literature for centuries, weaving together themes of mystical wizardry, the quest for the Holy Grail, chivalric ideals, and unforgettable romance.

To define Nigeria is to tell a half-truth. Many have tried, but most have concluded that it is impossible to capture the true scope and significance of Africa’s most populous nation through words or images. Yet here, through personal essays from twenty-four of its writers, a more accurate...