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The Classic Tales Podcast B.J. Harrison
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Every week, join award-winning narrator B.J. Harrison as he narrates the greatest stories the world has ever known. From the jungles of South America to the Mississippi Delta, from Victorian England to the sands of the Arabian desert, join us on a fantastic journey through the words of the world's greatest authors. Critically-acclaimed and highly recommended for anyone who loves a good story with plenty of substance.
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The Man Who Corrupted Hadleyburg, by Mark Twain VINTAGE
When an offended stranger seeks to corrupt the town, will the good citizens of Hadleyburg stand up to the test? Mark Twain, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
A Vintage Episode is released every Tuesday. If you have found value in the show, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com, and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday.
Keep an ear open for our Kickstarter for The Golden Triangle – the seventh novel in the Arsène Lupin series. We’ll let you know when we’re ready to kick off.
Some consider today’s story a replay of the Garden of Eden story. Twain was very interested in pointing out the vulnerability of folks who overtly professed piety and purity. Whether it’s Pudd’nhead Wilson, Huckleberry Finn, or The Prince and the Pauper, oftentimes reading Twain leads to introspection, and a reinvestigation of things we may have taken for granted. Of course, he leads you to this personal place with his razor wit and wisdom. I hope you like our journey to Hadleyburg.
And now, The Man Who Corrupted Hadleyburg, by Mark Twain
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Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest, by P.G. Wodehouse
Will Jeeves rally round when the goggle-eyed Wilmot is foisted on Berty? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
The Vintage Episode for the week is “The Man Who Corrupted Hadleyburg”, by Mark Twain. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday.
If you have found value in the show, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you.
Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter for as little as $5 a month. As a thank you gesture, we’ll send you a coupon code every month for $8 off any audiobook order. Give more, and you get more! Thanks for helping us out.
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Today’s story is another in the series of P.G. Wodehouse short stories found in the volume My Man Jeeves. In case you haven’t noticed, I’m recording anew all the stories in this volume. Some we’ve heard before, and some we haven’t. So while today’s story has shown up before, I hope you won’t mind it again, recorded 15 years later.
And now, Jeeves and the Unbidden Guest, by P.G. Wodehouse.
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Ligeia, by Edgar Allan Poe VINTAGE
When the brilliant, raven-haired beauty Ligeia falls ill, will her genius be enough to help her recover? Edgar Allan Poe, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
A Vintage Episode is released every Tuesday. If the show has helped you find comfort, peace, or a quiet place to mentally rest, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com, and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday.
Keep an ear open for our Kickstarter for The Golden Triangle – the seventh novel in the Arsène Lupin series. We’ll let you know when we’re ready to kick off.
Playwright and critic George Bernard Shaw said of today’s story, “The story of the Lady Ligeia is not merely one of the wonders of literature: it is unparalleled and unapproached”. I hope you like it.
And now, Ligeia, by Edgar Allan Poe
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Jeeves and the Hard-Boiled Egg, by P.G. Wodehouse
How can Jeeves help wrangle Bicky’s uncle – the hard-boiled egg? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
The Vintage Episode for the week is “Ligeia”, by Edgar Allan Poe. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday.
If the show has helped alleviate your stress, if it’s given you comfort, or if you’ve been able to discover authors and stories you might have missed on your own, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you.
Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter for as little as $5 a month. As a thank you gesture, we’ll send you a coupon code every month for $8 off any audiobook order. Give more, and you get more! Thanks for helping us out.
Go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a supporter today.
Today’s story is another in the series of P.G. Wodehouse short stories found in the volume My Man Jeeves. In case you haven’t noticed, I’m recording anew all the stories in this volume. Some we’ve heard before, and some we haven’t. So while today’s story showed up as a vintage episode a few weeks back, I hope you won’t mind it again, recorded 15 years later.
And now, Jeeves and the Hard-Boiled Egg, by P.G. Wodehouse
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A Slip Under the Microscope, by H.G. Wells VINTAGE
Hill makes a mistake in his critical biology exam. Should he fess up and take the consequences, or keep his secret forever? H.G. Wells, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to this Vintage Episode of The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
A Vintage Episode is released every Tuesday. If the show has helped you find comfort, peace, or a quiet place to mentally rest, please help us to help more people like you by going to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com, and becoming a supporter. New stories are coming your way on Friday.
Keep an ear open for our Kickstarter for The Golden Triangle – the seventh novel in the Arsène Lupin series. We’ll let you know when we’re ready to kick off.
And now, A Slip Under the Microscope, by H.G. Wells
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Helping Freddie, by P.G. Wodehouse
A seaside excursion is just the thing to mend a broken heart. Unless the lady in question is vacationing there, too. How can Freddie’s friends lend a hand? P.G. Wodehouse, today on The Classic Tales Podcast.
Welcome to The Classic Tales Podcast. Thank you for listening.
The Vintage Episode for the week is “A Slip Under the Microscope”, by H.G. Wells. Be sure to check it out on Tuesday.
If the show has helped alleviate your stress, if it’s given you comfort, or if you’ve been able to discover beloved authors and stories you might have missed on your own, please consider becoming a monthly supporter. Help us to help other folks like you.
Please go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a monthly supporter for as little as $5 a month. As a thank you gesture, we’ll send you a coupon code every month for $8 off any audiobook order. Give more, and you get more! Thanks for helping us out.
Go to http://classictalesaudiobooks.com and become a supporter today.
And now, Helping Freddie, by P.G. Wodehouse.
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