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Kate Chopin's brilliant short story about an hour in the life of a young wife. When news arrives that Louise's husband has been killed in a railroad accident, her family and friends are careful to break it to her gently, knowing that she has a heart condition. Louise locks herself in her room for an hour, during which she realizes that this bereavement is the start of a new life of freedom and independence. But a much greater shock awaits her when she leaves her room and goes downstairs....

An experienced psychologist, Maggie carefully maintains emotional distance from her patients. But when she meets a young Indian woman who tried to kill herself, her professional detachment disintegrates. Cut off from her family in India, Lakshmi is desperately lonely and trapped in a loveless marriage to a domineering man who limits her world to their small restaurant and grocery store.

American author Kate Chopin's "The Story of an Hour" was written in April of 1894 and originally published in Vogue in December of that year. The title refers to the time elapsed between the moments at which the protagonist, Louise Mallard, hears that her husband is dead, then discovers that he is alive after all. The short story is a mainstay of feminist literary study.

Now, with The Golden Hour, Specktor blends memoir, cultural criticism, and narrative history to tell the story of the modern motion picture industry—illuminating the conflict between art and business that has played out over the last seventy-five years in Hollywood. Braiding his own story with that of his father, mother (a talented screenwriter whose career was cut short), and figures ranging from Jack Nicholson to CAA’s Michael Ovitz, Specktor reveals how Hollywood became a laboratory for the eternal struggle between art, labor, and capital.

Kate Chopin is a widely considered the forerunner to the feminist authors of the twentieth century. Focusing on themes of race and gender, her short stories largely center on life in rural Louisiana. In "The Story of an Hour," Louise Mallard has just learned that her husband is dead - believed to have died during a train accident. Her family fears that the news will kill Louise, who suffers from a weak heart.

Get ready for a whole new look into Jeff Kinney's Diary of a Wimpy Kid! Introducing the newest Wimpy Kid author - Rowley Jefferson! Rowley's best friend Greg Heffley has been chronicling his middle-school years in 13 Diary of a Wimpy Kid journals...and counting. But it's finally time for listeners to hear directly from Rowley in a journal of his own. Rowley writes about his experiences and agrees to play the role of biographer for Greg along the way. But Rowley is a poor choice for the job, and his "biography" of Greg is a hilarious mess.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages from the Bible. This audio covers creation and moves down through Biblical History to the time of Moses and the Israelites escape from Egypt.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages from the Bible. This title covers David's reign as Israel's king and move down through Biblical History to the time of Queen Esther.

Kate Chopin was an American author of short stories and novels, mostly with a Louisiana Creole background. Today she is now considered a forerunner of the feminist authors of the 20th century. This powerful story concerns a wife who learns that her overbearing husband has been killed. The short period of mourning turns to the hope of her new freedom - but then comes the very unexpected climax.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages from the Bible. This volume covers the stories of Daniel, Jesus' birth and His ministry.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages from the Bible. This album covers Israel's travels in the desert and moves down through Biblical History to the Saul and David.

Dramatized audio stories, for children of all ages, taken from history. Through this album you will learn about Columbus, the pilgrims, Alexander Graham Bell, the Wright brothers and many other characters of history.

Jenny Goldberg was as plain as any girl could be. She was often teased and called 'plain Jane', and she tried to laugh and be a good sport about it. However, when she was by herself, she would break down in tears and wonder why her life was so disappointing. She was in her twenties now...and decided that the only way she was ever going to get married was to go to a mail order bride auction and hopefully someone would want her. She had been thinking about this for several years...and had recently gotten the courage to go through with it. When the day of the auction finally arrived, she ...

Your Story Hour proudly presents a new set of exciting, dramatized stories. Listen as Desmond Doss, the courageous WW2 medic, saves the lives of 75 wounded American soldiers on Okinawa. Or return to the year 1781 as teenager Emily Geiger risks her life to carry a secret message from patriot officer Nathan Greene through enemy lines.

These dramatized audio stoires for children of all ages come from the New Testament and are about the early church including: Pentecost; Paul and his missionary journeys; and Peter, James and John.

Dramatized audio stories, for children of all ages, taken from history. Through this audio you will learn about Albert Schweitzer, George Muller, Florence Nightingale Clara Barton, Louis Pasteur and many other characters of history.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages. Through the stories in this work children will learn lessons about honesty, discipline, obedience, making friends and many other noble characteristics.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages. Through these stories, children will learn lessons about honesty, discipline, obedience, making friends and many other noble characteristics.

Join us for a soothing journey into dreamland with 'Sleep Stories for Adults,' the podcast that helps you unwind, relax, and drift into a peaceful slumber. Each episode features enchanting tales and calming narrations designed to ease your mind and guide you into a restful night's sleep. Experience the magic of bedtime stories crafted specifically for grown-ups, and wake up refreshed and rejuvenated. Sweet dreams await on 'Sleep Stories for Adults.

Dramatized audio stories for children of all ages. Through the stories in this audio children will learn lessons about honesty, discipline, obedience, making friends and many other noble characteristics.