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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle by Washington Irving, both appear in his book The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent. His historical works include biographies of George Washington, Oliver Goldsmith and Muhammad, and several histories of 15th century Spain dealing with subjects such as Christopher Columbus, the Moors, and the Alhambra. Irving served as the U.S. ambassador to Spain from 1842 to 1846. Irving made his literary debut in 1802 with a series of observational letters to the Morning Chronicle, written under the pseudonym Jonathan Oldstyle.

Theodore Roosevelt Jr., often referred to as Teddy Roosevelt, was an American statesman, politician, conservationist, naturalist, and writer who served as the 26th president of the United States from 1901 to 1909. He previously served as 33rd governor of New York from 1899 to 1900 and the 25th vice president of the United States from March to September 1901. Roosevelt emerged as a leader of the Republican Party and became a driving force for the anti-trust policy while supporting Progressive Era policies in the early 20th century.

In this inspirational, spiritual biography of Lord Jesus; a simple man from Nazareth who changed the world forever by his compassion, humility, truth ,and love. Here is an audiobook adventure for all spiritual beings - regardless of the faith with which they identify. Let the light, love, and life-changing story of Jesus continue to inspire us all and cast a great light in this dark, temporary world of so much needless sorrow, torment, and division.

Burmese Commissioner Nayland Smith and his faithful friend Dr. Petrie continue their fight against the evil genius of Dr. Fu Manchu when they seek to save the good doctor's lost love and protect the British Empire from disaster when their malignant enemy returns to England.

Edward Alexander Crowley (born October 12, 1875, Royal Leamington Spa, England - died December 1, 1947, Hastings) was a British occultist, writer, and mountaineer who was a practitioner of “magick” (as he spelled it) and called himself "the Beast 666". He was denounced in his own time for his decadent lifestyle and had few followers, but he became an iconic cult figure after his death.

The recordings that Linda Tripp surreptitiously made of her conversations with Monica Lewinsky about Lewinsky's affair with President Clinton have mesmerized the nation and are bound to become as much a part of our national consciousness as the Watergate tapes. We've read about the scandal and the people involved - we've heard the pundits' opinions and the politicians' spins - but now we are finally able to hear two of the key participants - in their own words - and to get a glimpse of the people behind the headlines.

Howard's End is about three families in England at the beginning of the twentieth century. The three families represent different gradations of the Edwardian middle class: the Wilcoxes, who are rich capitalists with a fortune made in the Colonies; the half-German Schlegel siblings (Margaret, Tibby, and Helen), who represent the intellectual bourgeoisie and have a lot in common with the real-life Bloomsbury Group; and the Basts, a couple who are struggling members of the lower-middle class. The Schlegel sisters try to help the poor Basts and try to make the Wilcoxes less prejudiced.

As a longtime friend of the Moody Blues, author Geoffrey Giuliano managed original lead singer Denny Laine and worked with keyboardist Mike Pinder on several projects. The group's first manager, the late Tony Secunda, was partners with Geoffrey for two decades in various publishing and musical ventures. As such, he has a unique perspective on the amazing life and times of the band as witnessed here in this in-depth audio history of perhaps the first truly New Age group, the fabulous Moody Blues.

A House to Let is a short story originally published in 1858 in the Christmas edition of Dickens' Household Words magazine. The plot concerns an elderly woman, Sophonisba, who notices signs of life in a supposedly empty dilapidated house (the eponymous "House to Let") opposite her own, and employs the efforts of an elderly admirer, Jabez Jarber, and her servant, Trottle, to discover what is happening within.

Welcome to the world of Jane Austen, one of the most beloved authors in the English language. Austen's works are known for their wit, social commentary, and romantic storylines that have captivated readers for generations.

Winnie-the-Pooh also called Pooh Bear and Pooh, is a fictional anthropomorphic teddy bear created by English author A. A. Milne and English illustrator E. H. Shepard. The first collection of stories about the character was the book Winnie-the-Pooh, and this was followed by The House at Pooh Corner.

Jim Morrison, the enigmatic frontman of the iconic rock band The Doors, lived a life filled with artistic expression, rebellion, and introspection. Born in 1943, Morrison's raw talent as a singer, songwriter, and poet was matched only by his charismatic stage presence and unconventional lifestyle. His music, poetry, and provocative persona continue to captivate audiences, making him an enduring figure in rock and roll history.

Having earned a unique place in world history, as perhaps the predominate force behind the Cuban revolution, Che stands as a shining example of what can be achieved by unshakable will and stalwart idealism. In this rare collection of original speeches and interviews, in Che’s own voice, we come to know the man behind the myth in a way never before possible. Forget the propaganda, fake news, and blatant lies about this genuine revolutionary hero and listen to the man himself.

The media ran exaggerated accounts of his bravado and colorful personality, styling him as a Robin Hood figure. In response, J. Edgar Hoover, then director of the Bureau of Investigation (BOI), used Dillinger and his gang as his campaign platform to evolve the BOI into the Federal Bureau of Investigation, developing more sophisticated investigative techniques as weapons against organized crime.

Selected Short Stories is a collection of some of F. Scott Fitzgerald's most memorable and thought-provoking works. Published in 1931, the collection includes several of his best-known stories, such as "The Diamond as Big as the Ritz," "Bernice Bobs Her Hair," and "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." These stories explore themes of social class, love, loss, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. Fitzgerald's writing style is characterized by its elegance, wit, and poetic language, making his stories both engaging and thought-provoking.

Towards the end of her time, Katherine Hepburn became closer to her extended family dividing time between her New York townhouse and New England estate. She once commented she was "America's grandmother", so beloved was she to people everywhere. In the second part of this homespun look at Hepburn's life, Kate speaks candidly about her life after Hollywood following the death of her beloved, Spencer Tracey.

As a close friend of Geoffrey Giuliano the amazing life of LSD advocate Dr. Timothy Leary is examined through the microscope of his great, abiding achievements as a philosopher, researcher, psychologist, and shaman. From his controversial, early days at Harvard University, to the heady heights of his time as a counter-culture hero and international fugitive, here is Timothy Leary, in his own words and of those who knew him best.

The Dharmapada is a collection of sayings of the Buddha in verse form. The original version of the work is in the Khuddaka Nikaya, a division of the Pali canon of Theravada Buddhism. Here is the perfect audiobook for everyone interested in expanding their own distant spiritual horizons, both ethically and philosophically. For every dedicated Buddhist, Eastern philosopher, student of classic literature, simple and curious commuter, and all school and university systems, this is the esoteric, inspirational audiobook for you.

In this dynamic, hard-hitting audiobook, music biographer Geoffrey Giuliano examines the turbulent life and times of contemporary legends U2 and Sting. With an in-depth, insightful narration by the author, as well as rare archival, unheard interviews - here is the perfect collection celebrating the great U2 and Sting for every dedicated fan, music historian, the media, as well as all school, library, institutional, and university collections. An ultra-rare, exciting audio biography!

"A Passage to India" is a novel written by E.M. Forster and published in 1924. It explores the complexities of human relationships and the clash of cultures during the British Raj in India. The novel revolves around the experiences of various characters, both British and Indian, in the fictional city of Chandrapore. The main plot follows Dr. Aziz, a young Indian Muslim physician, and his interactions with a British schoolteacher named Adela Quested.